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A-State Powers Past Louisiana Tech in Four Sets
A-State concludes the series against Louisiana Tech on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 1 p.m. inside the Thomas Assembly Center.
Nettleton Tops 5A East Conference in Offensive Shootout Win Over Wynne
Following the regular season finale win, the Raiders will open up their 5A playoff run against the Mills Comets, while the Yellowjackets will take on the Little Rock Parkview Patriots. Both matchups kick off on Nov. 13.
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Paragould Earns Arkansas Stroke Ready Hospital Designation
The designation recognizes hospitals that meet state standards for providing timely stroke care.
Ridgepointe Country Club Breaks Ground on New Arkansas State Golf Facility
According to Arkansas State men’s golf head coach Mike Hagen, the reason for the facility’s construction came from the team’s need for a training location in case of inclement weather.
Christmas at the Park Returns to Jonesboro with New Attractions and Two Ways to Celebrate
New light displays will join returning favorites along a drive-through route spanning more than a half-mile and featuring over 400,000 lights.
Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Child Sexual Abuse Material Case
Court documents say Anthony Graves pled guilty to 20 felony counts of distributing, possessing, or viewing matter depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child.
Volunteers, Desserts Needed as Organizers Prepare for 30th Year of Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal
"It's just fun to see the people from year to year," said event organizer Barbara Sanders. "Whoever's hungry or lonely that day, that's where they just need to go."
Catalyst NEA Highlights Partnerships Driving Arkansas Innovation and Growth
Chancellor Calvin White Jr. said the forum reflects the university's commitment to connecting education, research and industry in ways that benefit students and the communities they will serve.
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Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant
Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.
1 week ago in Sports
Several coaches on the hot seat need major turnarounds in the second half to keep their jobs
NFL owners have been more patient this season. At least one coach was fired by Week 9 in each year since 2022 but there haven't been any dismissals so far. The Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard, though. Several coaches could be in trouble if they don't turn things around quickly.
1 week ago in Sports
Jaguars thrash the depleted Ravens 33-10 for their 5th win in 6 games
With their top two quarterbacks injured, the Baltimore Ravens were prepared to use any trick necessary in their attempt to keep the game competitive against Jacksonville. That included snapping the ball directly to Derrick Henry on quite a few occasions.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.
Jonesboro City Council Approves Ordinance on Camping Restrictions in City Parks, Parking Lots
The Jonesboro City Council on Thursday approved an ordinance designed to crack down on unauthorized camping in city parks and parking lots.
Trial for Former DHS Worker Facing 40+ Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges Pushed to 2027
Gregory Daffron was arrested in September after an investigation initiated by two cybertips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
Downtown Road Closures Announced for Friday’s Grain & Gather Block Party
City officials are urging motorists to plan alternate routes in advance and to exercise caution when driving near the downtown area throughout the day.
Horn Selected to Sun Belt Third Team All-Conference
Horn also earned conference offensive player of the week recognition for her efforts against ULM, scoring two goals and adding to a third with an assist.
Deceased Male Identified as a Suspect in Preakness Drive Shooting
Jonesboro police have identified the deceased individual in Wednesday afternoon’s shooting on Preakness Drive as a suspect in the incident.
Former Ducks Unlimited Volunteer in Paragould Accused of Making $100K in Unauthorized Transactions
Court documents say that between April 2023 and September 2026, Exum had made multiple unauthorized transactions that totaled over $100,000.
Students, Leaders, and Partners United to Fight Hunger at the 2026 Arkansas College Hunger Summit in Jonesboro
The Summit provided opportunities for participants to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and explore practical approaches to improving food access for Arkansas college students.
Emerson Ambulance Service Presents Sensory Bags to Jonesboro Police Department
Emerson Ambulance Service presented the Jonesboro Police Department with sensory bags on Wednesday that aim to help officers as they assist neurodivergent individuals when responding to calls.
