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3 weeks ago

A-State Museum to host annual Through a Child’s Eyes exhibition 

“Most every day, small children see something for the first time…and their brains go bananas with joy and curiosity,” says museum educator Jill Kary.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro man faces felony threat charge after domestic disturbance

A Jonesboro man is facing a felony terroristic threatening charge after police said he assaulted his wife and threatened to kill her during a domestic dispute.

4 weeks ago

Proposal for potential police department facility sent to Jonesboro City Council

According to the proposed lease agreement the city would lease the First United Methodist Church's Jonesboro youth building.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro woman accused of abandoning children in unsanitary home, running from police

Court documents stated a routine traffic stop escalated into a foot chase and the discovery of young children left alone in an unsanitary home.

4 weeks ago

Helicopter called to 2-vehicle crash in Craighead County

A helicopter was called to the scene of a crash in rural Craighead County Friday afternoon.

4 weeks ago

A-State Theatre debuts Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5: The Musical’ 

Arkansas State University's Department of Theatre will begin the Spring semester with a production of "9 to 5: The Musical," featuring music by Dolly Parton.

4 weeks ago

Brookland superintendent confirms multiple educators face non-renewal amid funding drop

Meetings were held earlier this week with some certified licensed educators to let them know they would not be recommended for contract renewal next year.

4 weeks ago

Multiple fire departments respond to a fire east of Jonesboro

Multiple agencies are responding to a fire east of Jonesboro in Craighead County.

4 weeks ago

A first-of-its-kind sensory gym is coming to Jonesboro

Zachary’s Sensory Gym will be a membership-based, nonprofit play area and event space for special needs individuals.

4 weeks ago

Department of Art + Design hosts Print Symposium and Mid-South Print Exhibition

“There has been a recent resurgence in popularity of this print technology that acts as a cross between a photocopier and screen printing for self-publishing zines, posters and comics.” 

4 weeks ago

Jackson’s 31-point performance fuels Red Wolves in win at Louisiana

The win marks the first time A-State has won back-to-back road games versus the Ragin’ Cajuns and ties the program record for road wins in a season.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro library hosting various events in March

Several events are scheduled through March at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

4 weeks ago

Nancy Benson Ward establishes endowed scholarship to honor late brother

A $100,000 gift from Nancy Benson Ward will support future veterinary students at Arkansas State University through the newly established Dr. Bill W. Benson Memorial Scholarship.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro High School becomes first in NEA to install “NextGrad” college kiosk

Students leaving the Jonesboro High School cafeteria are now being greeted by a new digital window into their future.

4 weeks ago

Winners of 24th Annual Delta Awards announced

The 24th Annual Delta Awards, in recognition of tourism excellence in Eastern Arkansas, were presented at Cooper Alumni Center on campus at Arkansas State University. 

4 weeks ago

Gov. Sanders appoints Heather Maxey to ASU System Board of Trustees 

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Heather Maxey of Mountain Home to a seven-year term on the Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees.

4 weeks ago

Arkansas ranks 3rd in nation for highest grocery spending; Jonesboro shoppers feel the strain

According to data released by WalletHub, Arkansas ranks third in the nation for the highest percentage of income spent on groceries.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club awards new scholarship to NYITCOM’s Bloesch

JUH Lions Clubs is the first civic organization to establish a scholarship for NYITCOM at A-State students.

4 weeks ago

Kevin Prater Band to perform at Bluegrass Monday

The Kevin Prater Band will perform traditional bluegrass and a variety of acoustic music at the next KASU-FM Bluegrass Monday concert.

4 weeks ago

Shannon scores 22 as Red Wolves cruise over Bobcats

Arkansas State took the early lead and built on it throughout the game to beat Texas State Wednesday evening at Strahan Arena.

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