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Bono man killed in crash on I-57 in Jackson County
David Roberts was killed, Angela Roberts was injured in the single-vehicle accident
A-State Bowling ends season at NCAA Final Four
No. 2 Vanderbilt and No. 5 Wichita State downed the third-ranked Arkansas State women’s bowling team Friday
Students’ Commitment Honored at Here2Hired Signing Day Hosted by Jonesboro Unlimited
Here2Hired was designed by Jonesboro Unlimited to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline by connecting graduating seniors with career opportunities.
$250K Bond Set for West Memphis Sex Offender Accused of Repeatedly Failing to Register
A West Memphis sex offender is being held on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said he failed to register his address and comply with reporting requirements following his release from custody last July.
Greene County Public Library Awarded Arkansas Heritage Grant for Memory Lab Equipment
The funding will support the purchase of specialized equipment for a new Memory Lab to be housed in the library’s S.S. Lipscomb Genealogy & History Research Center.
Fourth Suspect Arrested in $20K Jonesboro Bank Fraud Scheme
The arrest is the result of an investigation that began when First National Bank alerted the Jonesboro Police Department to a group of five suspects.
A-State Theatre Presents Ken Ludwig’s ‘Leading Ladies’
From acclaimed comic playwright Ken Ludwig, "Leading Ladies" is a side-splitting farce packed with outrageous disguises, romantic entanglements, and hilarious cases of mistaken identity.
Brighter Together: Jonesboro Welcomes Back the Annual Color Me D.A.R.E. Fun Run
The annual Color Me D.A.R.E. Fun Run returns for its 10th year on Saturday, April 25, offering a free morning of music, physical activity, and community connection.
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Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate, Paul Stanley.
2 weeks ago in National
Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins clinch a playoff spot, ending their 3-year drought
For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons.
2 weeks ago in Sports
McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut
Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.
Greene County Jury Finds Haney Guilty of Two Counts of Rape
A Greene County jury found Jamie Haney, 47, guilty of two counts of rape and sentenced him to a total of 60 years in prison, according to a press release from Prosecuting Attorney Sonia Hagood's office.
Bill and Alice Nix Spring Farm Day is Saturday
Attendees can enjoy family-friendly activities, including games, food, music and live demonstrations.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall
The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.
2 weeks ago in Sports
76ers say Joel Embiid will have surgery for appendicitis with no timeline for his return
Joel Embiid was diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery on Thursday in Houston, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 76ers are scheduled to play at the Rockets on Thursday night.
April Events Scheduled at the Jonesboro Library
Events for everyone, from tweens to adults, are scheduled at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
Daughters Bring Back Bowling Tournament to Honor Westside Teacher, Benefit Scholarship
The Jonesboro community is invited to hit the lanes at Hijinx next month for a cause that strikes close to home for one family.
A-State Leads Sun Belt’s Vic Bubas Cup Standings Through Winter Season
Arkansas State sits atop the standings after piling up 75.0 points through 10 sports scored.
Winner of Jonesboro Right Now’s Second Birthday Celebration Giveaway Announced
The winner for Jonesboro Right Now's second birthday, $1,000 giveaway has been named!
