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Jonesboro library hosting various events in March
Several events are scheduled through March at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
Nancy Benson Ward establishes endowed scholarship to honor late brother
A $100,000 gift from Nancy Benson Ward will support future veterinary students at Arkansas State University through the newly established Dr. Bill W. Benson Memorial Scholarship.
Jonesboro High School becomes first in NEA to install “Next Grad” college kiosk
Students leaving the Jonesboro High School cafeteria are now being greeted by a new digital window into their future.
Winners of 24th Annual Delta Awards announced
The 24th Annual Delta Awards, in recognition of tourism excellence in Eastern Arkansas, were presented at Cooper Alumni Center on campus at Arkansas State University.
Gov. Sanders appoints Heather Maxey to ASU System Board of Trustees
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Heather Maxey of Mountain Home to a seven-year term on the Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees.
Arkansas ranks 3rd in nation for highest grocery spending; Jonesboro shoppers feel the strain
According to data released by WalletHub, Arkansas ranks third in the nation for the highest percentage of income spent on groceries.
9 hours ago in Olympics, Sports
Mikaela Shiffrin remembers her late father after winning Olympic slalom gold
Mikaela Shiffrin stood atop the Olympic podium, looking almost in disbelief at the gold medal around her neck. The American skiing star hadn't simply won a slalom race...
9 hours ago in National, Trending
Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance
Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....
10 hours ago in Music
U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events
U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...
10 hours ago in Trending, World
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Epstein
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former British prince who was stripped of his royal titles because of his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein...
10 hours ago in Music
A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...
Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club awards new scholarship to NYITCOM’s Bloesch
JUH Lions Clubs is the first civic organization to establish a scholarship for NYITCOM at A-State students.
10 hours ago in Olympics, Sports
US defeats Sweden and Canada beats Czechia in OT to reach the semifinals at the Olympics
When the U.S. gave up a tying goal to Sweden with 91 seconds left in the quarterfinals at the Olympics, even the most seasoned players were on edge...
Kevin Prater Band to perform at Bluegrass Monday
The Kevin Prater Band will perform traditional bluegrass and a variety of acoustic music at the next KASU-FM Bluegrass Monday concert.
Shannon scores 22 as Red Wolves cruise over Bobcats
Arkansas State took the early lead and built on it throughout the game to beat Texas State Wednesday evening at Strahan Arena.
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Love Your Heart: A Pharmacist’s Guide to Staying Heart Healthy
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, but the good news is that many risk factors can be managed with the right support, education, and care.
Voting Underway for 7th Annual Best of Northeast Arkansas Awards
Visitors can cast ballots for their favorite local businesses, organizations, services and places across more than 200 categories
Bono woman held on $100K bond for sex offender registry violation
A Bono woman is being held on a $100,000 bond after authorities said she failed to register as a sex offender following a recent sentencing amendment.
1 day ago in Sports
Kyrie Irving won’t play this season for the Mavericks as he continues recovery from knee injury
Kyrie Irving won't play this season as the star guard for the Dallas Mavericks continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained almost a year ago. The nine-time All-Star and the team made the announcement Wednesday, two days before the Mavericks return from the All-Star break.
1 day ago in Entertainment
A movie that takes liberties with ‘Wuthering Heights’? Scholars are OK with that
If you're looking for someone to debate the new "Wuthering Heights" movie with, you might want to start with Lucasta Miller. She's a British author, editor and critic who has published an acclaimed study of the Brontë sisters and wrote the preface for the Penguin Classics edition of "Wuthering Heights."