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5 days ago

Homecoming Week to feature student events, alumni reunions and Red Wolves football

Arkansas State University is ready to celebrate Homecoming Week 2025, "Red Wolves Road Trip," with a variety of events for students, alumni and the community.

5 days ago

A-State officials celebrate topping off of College of Veterinary Medicine

Claps filled the air as crews lifted the final beam into place at Arkansas State University's upcoming College of Veterinary Medicine building on Monday.

5 days ago

Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to display flags for Columbus/Indigenous People’s Day

The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club is displaying flags across community businesses and buildings in recognition of Columbus/Indigenous People's Day.

7 days ago

Fall Fest brings community, commerce to downtown Jonesboro

People took to downtown Jonesboro Saturday afternoon, getting a feel of the fall season while enjoying some food, music, and having family-friendly fun.

7 days ago

ARDOT begins improvements to Hwy. 49 / Parker Road intersection

The Arkansas Department of Transportation has begun improvements on the Highway 49 (Southwest Drive) and Parker Road intersection.

7 days ago

Construction of new ADA playground moving quickly at University Heights Lions Club Park

The City of Jonesboro recently announced that playground upgrades were underway at the University Heights Lions Club Park.

1 week ago

NEA Baptist and UnitedHealthcare seek resolution to coverage changes before November deadline

As annual health insurance renewals roll out, patients covered by UnitedHealthcare may see some changes in their coverage with NEA Baptist.

1 week ago

$500K bond set for Lake City man accused of hitting victim with hammer

A Lake City man is being held on a $500,000 cash/surety bond after law enforcement said he hit a victim in the head with a hammer during an argument, causing her to go to the hospital.

1 week ago

Jonesboro library announces new community food pantries

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library announced two new community food pantries on Friday.

1 week ago

Neurosurgeon Dr. Maheen Khan joins St. Bernards

St. Bernards Healthcare announced the addition of Maheen Khan, M.D., to the healthcare system’s growing team of expert neurosurgeons.

1 week ago

Sanders allocates more funding for April storms, flooding relief

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed an executive order authorizing more disaster relief funding in response to April's severe storms and flooding.

1 week ago

A-State announces renewals for 2026 season tickets

The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Thursday the opening of baseball season ticket renewals for the 2026 season.

1 week ago

Jonesboro roads to be reduced to one lane for Pink Warrior 5K

Roads in Jonesboro will be temporarily reduced to one lane on Saturday for the St. Bernards Foundation Pink Warrior 5K Walk/Run.

1 week ago

A-State’s College of Veterinary Medicine to host topping off ceremony 

The anticipated opening of A-State College of Veterinary Medicine is less than a year away, so the university will be hosting a topping off ceremony next week to celebrate.

1 week ago

A-State Trombone Studio to present holiday concert at Jonesboro library

Members of the Arkansas State University Trombone Studio will perform a holiday concert in December at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library as part of its 2025 Library Concert Series.

1 week ago

NEA Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for next weekend in Jonesboro

The 2025 Northeast Arkansas Walk to End Alzheimer's is set for next weekend on the Arkansas State University campus.

1 week ago

University Heights Elementary, NYITCOM unveil new Little Free Library

NYITCOM at A-State unveiled a new Little Free Library located in front of University Heights Elementary School in a dedication ceremony Wednesday afternoon.

1 week ago

Ladyman announces re-election campaign for Arkansas House District 32

Rep. Jack Ladyman (R-Jonesboro) announced he intends to run for re-election for District 32 in the Arkansas House of Representatives.

1 week ago

UPDATE | Jonesboro police investigating Wednesday afternoon shooting

Jonesboro police officers are investigating a Wednesday afternoon shooting.

1 week ago

Career Readiness Center to host showcase for future students

An initiative at Arkansas State University is gaining traction as plans continue for the new CREST Center.  

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FOA to host 2 sessions of Breakfast with Ballerinas this year

The Foundation of Arts will be holding two separate sessions of Breakfast with Ballerinas this year, giving little dancers another chance to meet some of the FOA’s ballerinas and enjoy some breakfast.

17 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, News

Bluegrass Monday welcomes Gary Brewer and the Kentucky Ramblers

Gary Brewer and the Kentucky Ramblers will perform a concert of bluegrass music on Oct. 27 as part of KASU's Bluegrass Monday concert series.

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Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food, News

Red Wolf Renaissance Fair to return to Jonesboro in November

Fantasy and history will collide next month as the Red Wolf Renaissance Fair returns to Craighead Forest Park for the second year to raise awareness for red wolf conservation.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.