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Jonesboro professor receives grant to study zoo reptiles
A-State's Dr. Lori Neuman-Lee has received a $605,140 grant and will partner with zoos across the country.
A-State men’s basketball falls in matchup at Saint Mary’s, 85-72
A-State falls to Saint Mary's after late second-half surge ends hopes.
Life Strategies Counseling of Arkansas to close multiple locations, including the one in Jonesboro
The mental health center will close next month.
Potential Traffic Delay: JET Transfer Center at Caraway and Matthews
An SUV was seen to have hit a blockade at the Jet Station at Caraway and Matthews.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Paris wax museum unveils new Diana figure in ‘revenge dress,’ decades after her death in the city
A wax museum in Paris on Thursday unveiled a new figure of the late Princess Diana depicted in a black dress that has come to be known as her " revenge dress," decades after her tragic death in the city.
1 week ago in Sports
Lando Norris will tie McLaren record with 150th start at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Lando Norris will tie David Coulthard as the most-tenured driver in McLaren history when the lights go out for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where the current Formula 1 points leader will make his 150th career start.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Building an emergency fund can feel daunting, but these tips can help
Maybe your car broke down, your computer was stolen, or you had a surprise visit to urgent care. Emergencies are inevitable, but you can prepare to deal with them by building an emergency fund.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip
Studying abroad can be challenging in unexpected ways. Experts say that's why students need to study up on not only safety precautions and cultural differences, but also the emotional shifts that may come with leaving home — and returning to it.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours ‘Til Dawn’ Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says
The Weeknd's lengthy tour, which launched in Philadelphia in July 2022 and runs through September 2026, has officially grossed $1.004 billion with approximately 7.55 million tickets sold across 153 tour dates, Live Nation said Thursday.
United Way’s “Week of Warmth” starting soon
Holiday fundraiser invites Jonesboro residents to "Dine with Purpose".
1 week ago in National
Melania Trump and Usha Vance are making an early holiday visit with North Carolina military families
Melania Trump and Usha Vance took their first trip together, spending time in North Carolina on Wednesday with service members and their families to show appreciation for their service and sacrifice as the holidays approach.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Brendan Fraser’s new horizons include ‘Rental Family’ and rental hedgehogs
Brendan Fraser has his first leading role since 2022's "The Whale", in "Rental Family," a Tokyo-set drama by the filmmaker Hikari. In it, Fraser plays a struggling actor who, out of desperation, takes a job with a small agency that hires out actors to fulfill roles in real people's lives.
1 week ago in Sports
MLB’s new media deals with ESPN, NBC, and Netflix total $800M annually
ESPN and Major League Baseball appeared headed for an ugly separation after the network opted out of its rights deal in February. Nine months later, it appears to be the best thing to happen to both parties.
1 week ago in Sports
Rookie QB Shedeur Sanders will make his first NFL start for the Browns on Sunday in Las Vegas
A natural showman, one of the many gifts inherited from his famous father, Shedeur Sanders is already hyping his first NFL start. It will happen on a 100-yard-long stage in America's entertainment mecca.
Man accused of causing nearly $85K in damages to employer’s truck in Jonesboro crash
A man already in custody for driving while intoxicated faces additional charges for stealing his employer’s truck.
Jonesboro woman arrested on a fourth DWI charge after officers find open pill bottle
The arrest came during a police stop when police found an open pill bottle in her lap.
A-State hosting free seminar on AI in business
Registration is required to attend this free informational event.
Jonesboro hires new grants and community development director
Chris Richey hired for economic and community development role in Jonesboro.
Jonesboro city council approves construction manager for E-911/Real Time Crime Center
Bailey Contractors named construction manager; Bracket-Krennerich named architect for E-911/Real Time Crime Center.
Fatality reported in rural Craighead County wreck
A Craighead County man is dead after a fatal crash at the intersection of U.S. Highway 49 and County Road 928.
