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THE SPOTLIGHT | Red Wolf Alum Liam Hicks Heads to the World Series

For the first time in program history, Arkansas State will have an alumnus appear in the Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series championship with Rays catcher Liam Hicks.

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Jonesboro City Council Declines Private Club Permit for Proposed Restaurant Near Math and Science School

The ordinance had a 6-5 split vote from the council (with one member absent), halting plans to bring a full-service steak and seafood restaurant to a lot at 2740 N. Church St. that has sat vacant for over 30 years.

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A-State Announces 2026 Homecoming Court; King, Queen to Be Crowned Saturday

Five women and five men, all nominated by the student body, will represent the university on the Homecoming court.

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Sixth Annual Jonesboro Oktoberfest Raises Funds for All Saints Classical Lutheran School

The evening celebrated German culture with live music, traditional food, and games, serving as a primary annual fundraiser for All Saints Classical Lutheran School.

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Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume

Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.

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A-State Student Research Paper Wins First Place at Regional SWAAG Conference

SWAAG is a regional conference for geographers from Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma and Mexico.

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The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

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LeBron James is set to open his 24th season in New York when his 76ers visit the Knicks

There was a plausible scenario where LeBron James would open his record 24th NBA season at Madison Square Garden — only in a New York Knicks uniform. His agent, Rich Paul, said over the summer the Knicks would have been James' first choice in free agency had New York not won its first NBA championship since 1973 last season.

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Eagles are not being punished for handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood clots, AP source says

The Philadelphia Eagles are not being disciplined for how they handled quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clots, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

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John Turturro, thief of New York characters, stars in ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’

John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988. Through his life as a New Yorker, his most reliable reservoir of inspiration has been the sidewalks and subway cars around him.

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Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS

Christina Applegate, who has candidly shared raw details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, revealed Monday her doctor says she doesn't have the autoimmune disease and was misdiagnosed.

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Craighead County Placed Under Burn Ban

A burn ban has been issued for Craighead County effective immediately and until further notice.

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Prince Harry says he wants to work out relationship with brother and father

Prince Harry has said he wants his disagreements with his brother Prince William and his father King Charles III to "work out." In an interview with GQ magazine about grief and family, recorded in New York in late September and published on Tuesday, Harry was asked if he grieves his "complicated" relationship with his father and brother.

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UPDATE | Nettleton STEAM Precautionary Lockdown Lifted Following Shots-Heard Report; Three Suspects Detained

The precautionary lockdown at Nettleton STEAM was lifted Tuesday afternoon after police successfully detained a third and final suspect connected to a nearby incident.

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Nothin’ Fancy Returns to Bluegrass Monday Stage on Oct. 26

The concert is part of the Bluegrass Monday concert series presented by KASU 91.9 FM.

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Collum and Madigan Earn Sun Belt Player of the Week Honors

Arkansas State volleyball right-side hitter Addison Collum and setter Erin Madigan earned Sun Belt Conference weekly honors following standout performances on Oct. 16 and 17 at Georgia Southern.

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Jonesboro Man Accused of Peering into Child’s Bedroom Window, Held on $200K Bond

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after police said he was caught on home security cameras repeatedly looking into the bedroom window of a child.

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Curfews bring calm to Paris as France cracks down on weekend rioters

Paris returned to calm on Tuesday after its first quiet night since a weekend marred by France's worst rioting in years, as authorities imposed curfews in several cities in an effort to prevent another round of rioting and looting.

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‘The Simpsons’ resurrects Apu after nearly a decade of silence

Across 38 seasons of "The Simpsons," the Halloween-themed "Treehouse of Horror" episodes have always been a treat of spooky stand-alone storylines. On Sunday, the show surprised viewers with a major resurrection: Apu, the beloved Kwik-E-Mart operator who had not been heard for the better part of a decade, spoke once again in Springfield.

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Díaz, Caminero and Peralta lead Rays to 7-3 win over Guardians and a trip to the World Series

Yandy Díaz's bat backed up his boast, and the Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series again. Díaz and Junior Caminero each hit a two-run homer, Freddy Peralta pitched 5 1/3 gritty innings and the Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night to win their third pennant in 29 seasons as a major league franchise.

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‘Rent’ musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: ‘No day but today’

Jordan Fisher was in middle school when he first heard it. He was at his first cast party, gathering with fellow performers around his drama teacher's piano after some community theater.

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The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

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Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies

For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.

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Tom Cruise to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute

Tom Cruise is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI's board of trustees said Wednesday The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre on April 24 next year.

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World Series preview: Surprising Rays-Brewers showdown to open with Jacob Misiorowski’s record heat

The Miz will try to whiz his famous fastball by batters on baseball's biggest stage, opening a new-look World Series between teams guaranteed to produce a first-time champion.