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14 hours ago in National, Trending
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.
Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth
Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats
John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.
Nation/World
14 hours ago in National
Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80.
14 hours ago in National
Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation
Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.
14 hours ago in National, Trending
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.
2 days ago in National
Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year
A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth
Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.
3 days ago in National
And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race
The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.
Entertainment
14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.
14 hours ago in Entertainment
An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’
To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, "Heated Rivalry" author Rachel Reid and director-screenwriter Jacob Tierney walked on to the main event stage at New York's Jacob Javits Convention Center. The two Canadians have been international celebrities for just a few months, and still find themselves wondering if all the noise is for someone else.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.
Concerts/Events
News from Jonesboro Right Now
14 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Community, Food, Giving Guide, News
Jason Aldean Benefit Concert in Forrest City Raises $170K for Arkansas Food Banks
The concert marked Greenway’s 8th annual food bank fundraiser to feature Aldean, continuing a long-standing commitment to turning community support into meaningful impact.
15 hours ago in Education, News
A-State Media Students Capture 55 Awards in State Association Competition
Arkansas State University students earned 55 awards at the Arkansas College Media Association’s annual spring convention.
15 hours ago in Community, Education, News, Outdoors
Primary School Students Gather on A-State Campus for Earth Day Celebration
"If you teach somebody at a young age, how important it is to recycle, how important it is to conserve things, then they'll take it into their adulthood."
16 hours ago in Business, Food, News
Abby Cakes in Jonesboro Announces Closure
Abby Cakes announced it will soon be closing.
17 hours ago in Community, News
Library Partners with Keep Jonesboro Beautiful for Earth Month Litter Kit Distribution
This initiative supports a shared goal of fostering community pride, responsibility, and environmental awareness throughout Jonesboro during Earth Month and beyond.
17 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Government & Politics, News
Discussion Regarding Location for Second Jonesboro Police Station Continues in Committee
The Public Safety Committee on Tuesday heard more discussions regarding the location of a second police station in Jonesboro.
21 hours ago in Community, Government & Politics, News, Sports
Committee Recommends Ordinance Establishing Sports Advisory Committee to Jonesboro City Council
The Public Services Council Committee unanimously forwarded an ordinance Tuesday night that will create a Sports Advisory Committee.
21 hours ago in Community, Government & Politics, News
Clear Community Priorities Emerged During Plan Jonesboro Design Week
Through open houses, pop-up conversations, and topic-focused discussions, participants shared ideas that will help guide Jonesboro’s growth over the next 30 years.
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