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2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade
Shohei Ohtani likes winning Most Valuable Player awards. He loves winning the World Series even more. The two-way Japanese star did both for a second season in a row for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning his fourth career MVP on Thursday night while unanimously earning the National League honor.
Walmart CEO, Doug McMillon to retire in January
Walmart Inc. announced today that long-time CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January in a surprise move.
A-State men’s basketball announces 2025-26 upcoming themes, activities and food drives
Arkansas State Athletics unveils themes and promotions for the 2025-26 men’s basketball non-conference schedule.
2 weeks ago in , Plumbing Expert
ASK THE EXPERT | Chris West Plumbing explains NuFlow Technologies’ pipelining technology
How can homeowners tell if they have potential plumbing problems? The following are some sights and sounds that indicate it is time to call Chris West Plumbing.
The Nutcracker Ballet comes to Forum Theater in Jonesboro
The Nutcracker Ballet, presented by the Foundation of Arts (FOA), will once again grace The Forum stage later this month.
2 weeks ago in Features, Trending
Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients
PepsiCo said Thursday it's launching toned-down versions of its bright orange snacks that won't have any artificial colors or flavors. Doritos and Cheetos Simply NKD will hit store shelves on Dec. 1.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Sarah Jessica Parker to be honored with Carol Burnett Award at the Golden Globes
Sarah Jessica Parker is going from someone who gives out prizes to getting one. The Emmy- and Screen Actors Guild Award-winner — and judge for the 2025 Booker Prize — was named Thursday as the recipient of the Carol Burnett Award for her "outstanding contributions to television on or off screen."
2 weeks ago in Sports
Texans’ C.J. Stroud to miss second game due to concussion; Davis Mills to start
Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud is still recovering from a concussion and will miss a second straight game Sunday when the Texans visit the Tennessee Titans.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz seals year-ending No. 1 ranking with another win at the ATP Finals
Carlos Alcaraz secured the year-ending No. 1 ranking in men's tennis on Thursday by beating Lorenzo Musetti to sweep his group at the ATP Finals.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Blue Origin launches huge rocket carrying twin NASA spacecraft to Mars
Blue Origin launched its huge New Glenn rocket Thursday with a pair of NASA spacecraft destined for Mars. It was only the second flight of the rocket that Jeff Bezos' company and NASA are counting on to get people and supplies to the moon.
Jonesboro executives honored at Executive of the Year award ceremony
Business leaders in Jonesboro were recognized at the Arkansas Business Executive of Year event on Thursday.
A-State cross country to open postseason competition at NCAA South Regional Championships
Arkansas State cross country begins postseason competition on Friday, Nov. 14, at the NCAA South Central Regional Championships in Fayetteville.
DHS announces SNAP benefit funding to be reinstated
DHS advises SNAP beneficiaries will receive full benefit amounts for November late tonight into tomorrow.
City of Jonesboro to hold food drive face-off
For the next month, three Jonesboro city departments will engage in a friendly competition, all to make sure children are fed in the region.
Jonesboro Library to host fall break activities
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has announced a series of activities for kids and tweens over fall break.
ARDOT asks for public comment on proposed improvements in Brookland
ARDOT is conducting an in-person public involvement meeting to discuss proposed improvements to two intersections on Highway 49 in Brookland.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Cowboys’ hearts heavy after the death of Marshawn Kneeland, coach Brian Schottenheimer says
Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Wednesday that his heart and the hearts of his players are still heavy after the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, and that they continue to share, laugh and cry after the loss of their teammate last week.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Nikola Jokic scores 55 points to match NBA season high, Nuggets beat Clippers for 6th straight win
Nikola Jokic had 55 points, tying the highest-scoring performance in the NBA this season, and 12 rebounds and the Denver Nuggets beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 130-116 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight victory.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
9 pitch-perfect holiday gifts for the music lovers in your life
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer Shopping for a music fan is no easy task. It seems like it should…
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Bill Murray, Elle Fanning and Elvis Costello celebrate Sofia Coppola at MoMA benefit
When Sofia Coppola was 20 years old and figuring out who she wanted to be in the world, Angelica Huston offered some advice: "Not everyone's going to love you. Don't waste your time on the people who don't," Coppola recalled Wednesday night in New York at the Museum of Modern Art Film Benefit, where she was being honored for her films.
