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NYITCOM at A-State Holds White Coat Ceremony to Welcome Class of 2030
The Class of 2030 is the 11th class on NYITCOM’s Arkansas campus representing 23 different states, including 26 new medical students from Arkansas
New ASU Leaders Promise Continuity, Collaboration as Shields and White Begin New Roles
Shields and White say Arkansas State's momentum will continue through teamwork, communication and a shared vision for the future
City of Jonesboro Clarifies Zoning Codes in Tractor Supply Relocation Denial
Following a variance denial at a recent Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA) meeting, the city of Jonesboro is working to clarify the application of its redevelopment codes and explore a potential compromise with TSC.
Stafford and Frigo Earn National Marconi Award Nomination
Longtime 104.9 The Fox morning team among five finalists nationwide for Small Market Personality of the Year
Murder Suspect Held on $2M Bond After High-Speed Chase Ends in Rollover near Bay
A man wanted for murder in Tennessee is facing a slew of new charges in Arkansas following a high-speed chase involving a tactical intervention by state troopers.
Man Involved in Fatal July Shooting in Jonesboro Faces Drug Charges, 35K Bond
A Jonesboro man faces a felony drug charge after police, executing a search warrant following a fatal July 6 shooting, found marijuana inside his home, according to court documents.
A-State UPD Maintains National Law Enforcement Accreditation by CALEA
The Arkansas State University Police Department was awarded national accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.
Paragould Day Care Worker Charged with Felony Battery After Toddler Injured
A local day care worker faces a felony charge after state officials and law enforcement investigated an incident that left a 3-year-old child with injuries.
NYITCOM’s Rajagopalan Receives $573K Grant for Cardiovascular Disease Research
This funding will further his research regarding the impact thyroid dysfunction has on cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States.
1 day ago in Sports
Deebo Samuel returns to the 49ers on a 1-year deal worth up to $7M, AP source says
The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back former All-Pro Deebo Samuel for a second stint after starting receiver Ricky Pearsall got sidelined by a knee injury.
1 day ago in Sports
Pressure rises on Infantino and FIFA’s World Cup investor plan as adviser resigns and Asia opposes
Pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity grew Friday as his senior adviser who sat on a White House panel resigned and Asia's soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Actor Storm Reid hopes music reveals another side, introducing listeners to the real her
Storm Reid knows how the world sees her: an accomplished, polished actor who always seems to have it all together. Through new music, the Emmy-winner hopes listeners discover another side of her.
1 day ago in National
New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging ‘illegal gambling operation’
New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi on Friday, calling it an "illegal, unlicensed gambling operation" as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits.
Land Auction Scheduled for Craighead, Mississippi, and Poinsett Counties
Bidders will soon have the opportunity to purchase tax-delinquent property across three Northeast Arkansas counties in a single event.
Lauren Alaina to Perform Free Pregame Concert at A-State’s Tailgate City
Grand Ole Opry member to headline Tailgate City before Sept. 12 Red Wolves home opener against West Georgia
2 days ago in Sports
Royals lefty Noah Cameron has a no-hitter broken up by the Twins’ Ryan Jeffers to start the 7th
Kansas City Royals left-hander Noah Cameron took a no-hitter into the seventh inning on Thursday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins before Ryan Jeffers broke it up with a leadoff single.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin
Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."
2 days ago in Sports
European nations vow FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino private equity plan as opposition spreads
European nations agreed Thursday to boycott the World Cup and all other FIFA competitions to protest Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in soccer's biggest tournament to private equity investors. The North American soccer body rejected his plan later the same day.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.
A-State Professor Helping Military Veterans Through Concussion Screening Tool
One Arkansas State University professor is using a sports medicine assessment originally developed for student-athletes to help military veterans after returning from deployment.
