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2 weeks ago in Sports

Mets to retire Carlos Beltrán’s No. 15 in ceremony before he enters team’s hall of fame on Sept. 19

The New York Mets will retire Carlos Beltrán's No. 15 and he will enter the team's hall of fame before their home game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 19.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay could soon be freed

A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days after a judge granted him $ 1 million bond on Monday.

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Two Additional Suspects Arrested in $20K Jonesboro Bank Fraud Scheme

A second suspect faces charges after being arrested in connection with a coordinated scheme to defraud a Jonesboro bank of thousands of dollars.

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Food Truck Stolen in Jonesboro Found Damaged

A food truck that had been reported stolen early Monday morning has been found damaged in Jonesboro.

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$25K Endowment Established to Support Rockabilly Exhibit at A-State Museum 

The gift was made from the estate of Norris “Ray” Dacus of Mountain Home and facilitated by his niece, Dana Kennedy of Jonesboro, to honor his life and love of music in perpetuity.

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A-State Athletics Announces Expanded Leadership Role for Dr. Cliff Harrell

“Cliff is an exceptional administrator, and his leadership, professionalism, and relationship‑driven approach make him uniquely qualified for this expanded role."

Tarah Richardson Birthday

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Reflecting on the Future of Jonesboro Right Now

"The era of Jonesboro Right Now that I get to oversee is, in my mind, the most exhilarating yet. I am here as JRN steps into the future."

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

Mixed reviews didn't dissuade mass audiences from buying tickets to the "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie," which scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood movie.

2 weeks ago in Religion, World

Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran

Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to lay down arms and seek peace to global conflicts through dialogue, but he departed from a tradition of listing the world's woes by name in the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica.

2 weeks ago in Trending, World

Artemis II astronauts race to set a new distance record from Earth and behold the moon’s far side

With the moon looming ever larger, the Artemis II astronauts raced to set a new distance record Monday from Earth on a lunar fly-around promising magnificent views of the far side never seen before by eye.

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Arkansas Law Enforcement Reminds Drivers to Drive Phone-Free

From April 6-13, Arkansas law enforcement statewide will work together to enforce laws prohibiting distracted driving behind the wheel.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Can a single therapy session make a difference? Experts say yes, with the right mindset

Experts say an increasing number of people who, at least for now, have decided to forgo the weeks, months or even years that traditional therapy implies in favor of a more targeted approach.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Dodgers and Yankees off to impressive starts, and Ohtani and Judge are just starting to hit

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are off to good starts — and their MVPs are finally starting to hit. Shohei Ohtani hadn't driven in a run until Friday, then homered in that game and again Sunday. He and Aaron Judge each have three straight multihit games.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women’s basketball title

It's mission accomplished for UCLA. Gabriela Jaquez, Lauren Betts and the rest of the UCLA seniors secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London

Pressure was mounting Sunday on American rapper Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a London music festival this summer, after criticism from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Savannah Guthrie back at ‘Today’ anchor desk for the first time since her mother’s disappearance

Savannah Guthrie was back and almost all business at NBC's "Today" show anchor desk on Monday, marking a return for the first time in more than two months since her mother's disappearance.

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College of Veterinary Medicine at A-State Receives Approval to Recruit First Class

It has received the necessary approval, which is a Letter of “Reasonable Assurance” from the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Council on Education. 

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Keep Jonesboro Beautiful Partners With City for Multiple Clean-up Events Ahead of Earth Day

As Earth Day approaches, the City of Jonesboro and the Keep Jonesboro Beautiful (KJB) Commission are calling on residents to help keep the area clean, green, and beautiful.

Rachel Rudd Birthday

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Reflecting on Growth at Jonesboro Right Now

I could not be prouder of where JRN has come in the past two years.

A-State Bowling Punches Ticket to Cleveland for NCAA Championship

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A-State headed to Bowling Final Four

Red Wolves defeated Nebraska in a thrilling Saturday afternoon match

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1 day ago in Entertainment

Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list

Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.

1 day ago in Entertainment

South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS

South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

1 day ago in Trending, World

Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth

Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.