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3 weeks ago
Annual STEAMFest Returns to A-State Museum
“We’re most creative when we’re playing," said Jill Kary, curator of education at the museum. “In other words, true genius happens when we allow ourselves to fail without fear.”
3 weeks ago
Country Duo Lan Law to Perform as Part of Jonesboro Library’s 2026 Concert Series
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library announced an upcoming live performance as part of its 2026 Concert Series featuring country duo Lan Law.
3 weeks ago
A-State Athletics Mourns Passing of Radio Broadcaster JC Cox
"JC was not only a cherished member of our radio broadcast team... he was more importantly a great friend and inspiration to us and countless others," the athletics department shared.
3 weeks ago
Downtown Jonesboro Alliance to Host Its First ‘Meal on Main’ in October
"We have various downtown restaurants and chefs participating in this to bring us a really excellent meal. I think it's gonna be a really special evening for everybody," said DJA executive director Sarah Doss.
3 weeks ago
Jonesboro Rotary Club, Valley View Students Partner for September Food Drive
In a community-wide effort to keep local students fed outside of school hours, the Rotary Club of Jonesboro has partnered with the one of its Interact Clubs at Valley View High School for a month-long food drive.
3 weeks ago
Red Wolves Fall in Non-Conference Finale Versus Illinois, 3-0
Arkansas State volleyball (4-7, 0-0 SBC) dropped a 3-0 (15-25, 22-25, 23-25) decision against Illinois (8-3, 0-0 Big Ten) to conclude the A-State Invitational on Sunday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.
3 weeks ago
JRN Pets of the Week: Oliver and June
Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society (NEAHS) to feature local pets available for adoption.
4 weeks ago
Study Shows Arkansas is Near the Bottom for ‘Happiest States’ in the U.S.
If you've been feeling a little exhausted or stressed lately, you certainly aren't alone in the Natural State.
4 weeks ago
Trey Stafford inducted into Arkansas Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame
Jonesboro broadcaster joins four other Arkansas broadcasting veterans in the 2026 Hall of Fame class
4 weeks ago
AGFC: Inspect Treestands Now to Avoid Catastrophe During Deer Hunting Season
A quick trip to inspect your stand and hunting location is well worth the effort if it means coming home safely at the end of each hunt later this year.
4 weeks ago
THE SPOTLIGHT | From JD Outlaw to JD Justice: The Fox’s New Voice Finds a Home in Northeast Arkansas
After a career that has taken him from Minnesota to Michigan and several stops in between, J.D. Justice has landed in Jonesboro — and 13 days in, he already sounds like he plans to stick around.
4 weeks ago
Trumann Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Paragould Takes the Game
Wildcats earn $250 for booster club after fans rally behind their school; Paragould wins Friday night
4 weeks ago
Arkansas Celebrates Rice Month with Inaugural Rice in Schools Conference and Program Expansion
During the 2025–2026 school year, 20 schools participated in the Rice in Schools initiative, providing 4,668 students with hands-on cooking labs and taste tests.
4 weeks ago
Gov. Sanders Announces Framework to Assist Families on CES Waitlist
DHS will begin work on providing supportive living services to families currently on the CES waitlist, all of whom are automatically enrolled in the Provider-Led Arkansas Shared Savings Entity.
4 weeks ago
A-State Completes Competition at Southern Showcase
Arkansas State cross country completed competition at the Southern Showcase last Saturday in Huntsville, AL.
4 weeks ago
Arkansas Unemployment Drops to 3.9% in August as Employment Hits Record High
Over the past year, Arkansas has added 22,140 employed residents compared to August 2025.
4 weeks ago
A-State Men’s Basketball Adds Corey Brewer to 2026-27 Coaching Staff
Arkansas State men’s basketball head coach Ryan Pannone announced Thursday that NCAA and NBA champion Corey Brewer has joined the Red Wolves as an assistant coach.
4 weeks ago
Jonesboro A&P Commission Hears Updates on Tax Collections, Projects, and More
The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission heard some updates on upcoming projects, tax collections and cash positions, and more during its meeting Thursday.
4 weeks ago
Trial Dates Set for Suspect in Trumann Murder Case
The suspect in the murder of a woman in Trumann whose remains were discovered last month is slated to return to court in October.
4 weeks ago
THE SPOTLIGHT | How a Nettleton Teacher Took Her Cause to Mrs. America
For Ashton Haywood, a middle school pact to attend Arkansas State University didn't just lead to a college degree–it sparked a commitment to Northeast Arkansas, propelling the Nettleton educator all the way to the Mrs. America stage to fight for her students.
