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$100K Bond Set for Jonesboro Man Accused of Assaulting and Threatening to Kill Girlfriend
A Jonesboro man with a criminal history is behind bars again after police said he assaulted his girlfriend and threatened her life in front of her daughter.
A-State’s Leadership in Banking Series Returns to Delta Center for Economic Development
The six monthly sessions bring banking professionals from across the region together to discuss current topics, trends and skills relevant to the banking industry.
University of Arkansas Chancellor’s List Includes Jonesboro Students
To qualify for the Chancellor's List, undergraduate students must attain a 4.0 grade-point average for the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours of coursework required for graduation.
Ritter Communications Adds Jerry Sorrentino as VP of OSP Construction and Engineering
In this role, Sorrentino oversees all daily activities related to OSP construction, engineering, permitting, and audits across all Ritter Communications and RightFiber markets.
AGFC: Keep Your Trout Healthy for the Next Angler on the Line
Anglers looking to catch their share in the cool water should add a little more precaution to their catch-and-release regimen.
A-State Faculty Promotions and Tenure for 2026-27 are Approved by Board of Trustees
Arkansas State University has promoted 21 faculty members in academic rank and awarded tenure to 14.
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Inflation hits 3-year high, highlighting affordability challenge for Americans
Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near.
A-State Students Place Second at Trumpet Competition
The result places A-State among the leading collegiate music programs represented on one of the most prominent international stages for brass chamber music.
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NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency's plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon. The announcement came two months after Artemis II's record-breaking trip around the moon that surpassed the distance record of Apollo 13.
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Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings
Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a trust his parents established for him, saying he needs it to help in his defense against charges that he killed them.
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FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years
Federal health regulators on Tuesday signed off on the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years, giving Americans access to a skin-protecting chemical long used in Europe and other parts of the world.
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Serena returns: Williams makes a winning comeback in doubles at Queen’s Club with Mboko
After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams showed she still has plenty of power to her game as she made a winning return at Queen's Club on Tuesday.
The Learning Center Launches “Keys to Independence” Housing Initiative for Adults with Disabilities
TLC has announced the launch of a capital campaign to build Keys to Independence, a new housing community designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
City of Jonesboro Offering Cooling Stations Across Town as Temperatures Climb
As summer temperatures continue to climb, the City of Jonesboro is offering community cooling stations around town.
Jonesboro Library Launches ‘Library to Go’ Service to Homebound Jonesboro Residents
Participants may receive up to four books per delivery, selected by library staff from a personalized request list using materials available from the library’s collections.
University of Central Arkansas Announces Spring 2026 Presidential Scholars and Dean’s List, Jonesboro Students Among Honorees
Eligibility on the Dean's List requires at least a 3.5 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.
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With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive
Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.
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A government-commissioned study found drinking risks. US guidelines didn’t feature its findings
The findings of the study, in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, were in line with years of research, saying that health risks go up with just one drink a day and no level of alcohol has a protective effect on mortality.
Foster Care Initiative Enrolls Craighead County Youth in Trump Account Savings Program
The program, created under the federal legislation titled "One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act", aims to bridge the financial gap many foster youth face as they transition into adulthood.
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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama shakes off Game 2 miss by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals
Victor Wembanyama sat in Manhattan's Gramercy Park on Sunday and drew the statue of 19th-century Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth. Turns out, it was the perfect mind-clearing activity that helped him shake off his miss at the buzzer in Game 2 and take over Game 3 of the NBA Finals, preventing the San Antonio Spurs from getting pushed to the brink of elimination.
