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2 weeks ago in World
Pope will be admitted to hospital Tuesday for lung nodule surgery, Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to the hospital on Tuesday in the late morning, ahead of surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical tests.
Red Wolves Shine in Four-Set Victory Over South Alabama
Three Red Wolves recorded career highs in kills as Arkansas State volleyball (9-8, 5-1 SBC) completed a series sweep of South Alabama (7-11, 2-4 SBC) with a 3-1 (28-26, 21-25, 25-16, 25-17) victory on Saturday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.
JRN Pets of the Week: Amelda and Crema
In this week's spotlight, we have Amelda, who is intelligent and energetic, and the young and playful Crema, both just waiting to be adopted.
Study: Arkansas Ranks as 5th Least Safe State in America
A new study has placed Arkansas in the bottom five of all U.S. states, citing high rates of traffic fatalities, violent crime, and workplace injuries.
Nettleton Raiders Win Second Straight Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Earn $250 Booster Club Donation
Nettleton won the game 43-33, extending its winning streak to four games
Maloney and Whitlock Lead the Red Wolves to Victory Over South Alabama, 3-0
Mia Maloney and Kaitlin Whitlock recorded standout performances and powered Arkansas State volleyball (8-8, 4-1 SBC) to a 3-0 (25-19, 29-27, 25-21) victory over South Alabama (7-10, 2-3 SBC) on Friday night inside First National Bank Arena.
GCT Relies on Dominant Ground Game, Brookland Miscues for 38-20 Homecoming Win
On Greene County Tech’s homecoming night, the team put on a show for the students and alumni with a 38-20 blowout against the Brookland Bearcats.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear and a Pro Football Hall of Famer, dies at 86
Mike Ditka, who personified the toughness and grit of Chicago in a Hall of Fame career as a player and coach of the Bears and the leader of arguably the most dominant team in NFL history, has died. He was 86.
2 weeks ago in World
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake shakes Panama, prompting evacuations
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday morning, shaking buildings in the capital and prompting evacuations.
City Council Approves Downtown Jonesboro Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure
According to the resolution, pedestrian all-stops would be installed at three intersections along Washington Avenue in downtown Jonesboro.
Green and Parsons Discuss Economy, Privacy in District 1 Debate on ASU-TV
Two challengers vying for the U.S. House of Representatives District 1 seat squared off over the economy, government surveillance, and higher education during a live televised debate Thursday night.
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Announces Grand Opening Date for Jonesboro Location
Over the summer, the restaurant underwent extensive hiring efforts to bring on approximately 85 team members for the Jonesboro location.
Proposed Public Safety Sales Tax in Jonesboro Debated on KLEK 102.5
Representatives from both sides of the proposed public safety sales tax ballot issue debated Wednesday night.
Jonesboro Gas Prices Creep Up as National Average Sees Slight Drop Despite Autumn Records
Local drivers are seeing a slight increase at the pump this week as gas prices in Jonesboro nudge closer to the $4 mark, even as the national average experienced a modest dip.
2 weeks ago in National
Isaias strengthens into a dangerous Category 3 hurricane on track toward the US Gulf Coast
Isaias strengthened Friday into a major hurricane as it headed toward the U.S. Gulf Coast, where final preparations were being made for potentially life-threatening storm surges and high winds.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Bucks entering uncertain new era as they adjust to life without Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tyler Herro understands the skepticism surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks now that they've traded away Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP who led the franchise to its first title in half a century.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Lightsaber Darth Vader used in ‘I am your father’ duel in ‘Empire Strikes Back’ goes up for auction
In July, a lightsaber with Luke Skywalker's severed hand from "The Empire Strikes Back" sold for $3.75 million at auction, the highest price ever fetched for a prop used in a "Star Wars" film according to the auction house. Now, someone can buy the saber that did the severing.
A-State Dedicates College of Veterinary Medicine’s Equine Barn
Dubbed the "Dash Goff Equine Center – Nodouble Barn" it is named after Dash Goff, who gifted $1 million to the CVM, which officially opened and started classes in August.
UPDATE | Power Restored to Portion of A-State Campus After Outage
A portion of the Arkansas State University campus has had its power restored following an outage.
