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2 days ago in Features

Foraging revival: How wild food enthusiasts are reconnecting with nature

Humans have been foraging long before they developed the agricultural tools some 12,000 years ago that quickly overshadowed the ancient act that helped sustain early humans. Yet foraging enthusiasts say the search for wild mushrooms, edible plants, shellfish and seaweed has grown more popular in recent years as people tout their rare finds.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

One path to kick-starting a healthier lifestyle: Start small

Wellness advice seems to be everywhere these days, but change can be hard. How do you start a journey toward better health that you can stick with, and not be overwhelmed?

2 days ago in World

For the first time in nearly six decades, a Syrian president steps up to speak at the UN

Turning the page on decades of distance, Syria's president addressed the U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday, marking the first time any president from his country has done so in almost 60 years.

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Jonesboro man accused of stealing over $62K in check forgery scheme

Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he stole more than $62,000 from a business he was working at by forging and cashing customer checks.

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$750K bond given to man accused of raping child on multiple occasions

A man is being held on a $750,000 cash/surety bond after Jonesboro police said he raped a child on multiple occasions.

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A-State men’s basketball finalizes 2025-26 non-conference schedule

The 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the A-State men's basketball team has been finalized.

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Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Festival updates

With the 2025 Downtown Jonesboro BBQ Festival this weekend, BBQ Fest chairman Tim McCall gave some last-minute updates regarding road closures and new entertainment.

2 days ago in National

Camp Mystic plans to reopen in Texas next summer, a year after floods killed 27

The owners of Camp Mystic say they plan to partially reopen next summer the all-girls camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed during catastrophic floods that swept through the Texas Hill Country in July.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Emotional Jimmy Kimmel says in late-night return he never intended to make light of Kirk’s killing

Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday after a nearly weeklong suspension and, in an emotional monologue where he appeared close to tears, said that he wasn't trying to joke about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

2 days ago in National

3 people shot at immigration facility in Dallas and the shooter is dead, official says

Three people have been shot at an Immigration and U.S. Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas and the shooter is dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the agency's director said.

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Hemingway novel focus of upcoming reading retreat at A-State Heritage Site; scholarships available

HMPEC will host its next reading retreat from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. The retreat will be followed by a reception from 6 to 8 p.m.  

3 days ago in National

Man who represented himself is found guilty of trying to assassinate Trump at Florida golf course

The man who was charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course last year tried to stab himself in the neck with a pen shortly after being found guilty of all counts on Tuesday.

3 days ago in Sports

MLB will use robot umpires in 2026

Robot umpires are getting called up to the big leagues next season. Major League Baseball's 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System in the major leagues in 2026.

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Craighead County Community Foundation awards over $48K in grants to nonprofits

The Craighead County Community Foundation announced the 2025 Giving Tree Grant recipients during an award ceremony on Tuesday morning.

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First National Bank Arena to go fully cashless Oct. 1

First National Bank Arena will be a fully cashless venue beginning Oct. 1.

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Tornado siren in Jonesboro down for repairs

A tornado siren is temporarily down for repairs.

3 days ago in Sports

The Padres earn a playoff spot for the 4th time in 6 seasons

The San Diego Padres are headed back to the playoffs for the fourth time in six seasons. The Padres clinched a playoff berth with a 5-4, 11-inning win against the three-time NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night.

3 days ago in Sports

Lions run over the Ravens, sack Lamar Jackson 7 times in a 38-30 win over Baltimore

Punishing all night — and tricky when they had to be — the Detroit Lions battered the Baltimore Ravens with a performance that epitomized everything they've become under coach Dan Campbell.

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A-State to host Lab Safety Awareness Week with live demonstrations

Every day, students at Arkansas State University are immersed in educational experiences to prepare them for their future careers. Many of those experiences are spent in laboratories across campus. 

4 days ago in Sports

CeeDee Lamb has high ankle sprain that could sideline star Cowboys receiver multiple games

The Dallas Cowboys say CeeDee Lamb sustained a high ankle sprain in a 31-14 loss to Chicago, an injury that figures to sideline the star receiver at least one game and possibly more.

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Upcoming Halloween events in Craighead County

With October right around the corner, JRN has compiled a list of upcoming family-friendly Halloween events in Craighead County.

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ brings revolution to the (very) big screen

Paul Thomas Anderson spent about 20 years writing "One Battle After Another." After two decades, it's never felt more relevant.

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Q&A: Mariah Carey enters ‘the era of me’ with her first album in 7 years

Seven years after her last album and 35 years into a powerhouse career, Mariah Carey continues her reign as the queen of pop and R&B with "Here for It All."

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Lice concerns rise as children return to school. Here’s what parents can do

Children have returned to school and are bringing home stories about the things they learned and the friends they made. But some parents are concerned they could also be bringing home a tiny nuisance — lice.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

One path to kick-starting a healthier lifestyle: Start small

Wellness advice seems to be everywhere these days, but change can be hard. How do you start a journey toward better health that you can stick with, and not be overwhelmed?