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Saga Announces Partnership with University of Florida College of Journalism, Communications

Partnership expands commercial Sales, strengthens student opportunities, and advances the future of local broadcasting

1 week ago

Arkansas State Police Release Details on Fatal Pedestrian Accident

Arkansas State Police have released the name of the victim in a fatal pedestrian accident on Tuesday.

1 week ago

Repeat Offender Faces New Charges Following Jonesboro Hospital Assaults

A man faces a string of new felony charges after medical staff reported a series of violent incidents between two Jonesboro hospitals in a span of almost two weeks.

1 week ago

Jonesboro Police Chief Honored for Lifesaving Act

The Jonesboro Police Department's (JPD) chief was honored during Tuesday's city council meeting for saving a resident's life.

1 week ago

Jonesboro Man Accused of Sexually Grooming Child

A Jonesboro man is behind bars after police said he sexually groomed a child.

1 week ago

St. Bernards Celebrates Reopening of Remodeled and Expanded Gift Shop

"It's just a labor of love. The volunteers have worked so hard in order to expand," said Pat Farmer, manager of St. Bernards' Volunteer Services. "We're just excited to have a place that people want to come to."

1 week ago

New Sensory-Friendly Tommy’s Room Opens in Paragould

For lead trainer Macie Headley, Tommy's Room represents much more than another service, it tells the story of how her family's journey inspired a mission to serve others.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro City Council Hears Update on Progress of NEA Children’s Museum

The museum will feature numerous exhibits, including weather, agriculture, the human body, and more, as well as a low-sensory area.

2 weeks ago

Arkansas Teen Fatalities in Crashes Drop 54%, but Jonesboro Faces Different Traffic Hazards

New data shows that while speeding may be driving the majority of fatal teen crashes across Arkansas, the streets of Jonesboro are seeing a different problem: Distracted drivers.

2 weeks ago

A-State’s Omar Hussein to Compete at World Athletics U20 Championships

The St. Louis native will compete in the men’s shot put.

2 weeks ago

Jonesboro Library to Host Red Cross Blood Drive

Each donor will receive a $20 Amazon gift card via email.

2 weeks ago

A-State ASBTDC to Host Free ‘Funding Your Business’ Workshop in Paragould

The workshop is designed for startup and existing business owners who need funding to launch, expand, or strengthen operations.

2 weeks ago

Fall Scholarships Available for Single Parents in Craighead County

Applications accepted through Sept. 1; awards range from $400 to $1,600.

2 weeks ago

Catalyst NEA 2026 to Explore AI, Cybersecurity Research Partnerships, Workforce Development and Rural Health

Tickets and sponsorships now available for Nov. 5 Economic Development and Leadership Forums.

2 weeks ago

Candidates Continue Filing for Craighead County Municipal Races

Candidate filings in municipal races across Craighead County are in full swing.

2 weeks ago

Valley View High School Construction Targets January Opening, Adds Band Facility

The construction of the 22,149 square-foot building was approved in January 2025 and has seen significant progress over the last year.

2 weeks ago

Paragould Man Held on $250K Bond, Accused of Sexually Assaulting Underage Victim

A Paragould man is behind bars on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said he sexually assaulted an underage victim on multiple occasions while living together.

2 weeks ago

JRN Pets of the Week: Meet Sonny and Agatha

Each week, Jonesboro Right Now teams up with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society (NEAHS) to feature local pets available for adoption.

Northeast Arkansas donates more than 33,000 school supplies during 21st annual Stuff the Bus Nearly $10,000 in cash donations will purchase thousands more supplies for students across Region 8

2 weeks ago

Northeast Arkansas Donates More Than 33,000 School Supplies During 21st Annual Stuff the Bus

Nearly $10,000 in cash donations will purchase thousands more supplies for students

2 weeks ago

Duck Classic Returns for its 24th Year in December, Aims to Top a Record-Breaking Year

One of Northeast Arkansas's largest traditions is gearing up for its 24th year as the annual Duck Classic prepares to return this December.

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Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois

A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Film academy to honor Colman Domingo, Charlize Theron and John Carpenter at museum gala

Actors Colman Domingo, Charlize Theron and filmmaker John Carpenter are set to be honored at the Academy Museum Gala this fall. The red carpet for the annual fundraising event, now in its sixth year, has become a reliably starry and glamorous affair — a West Coast rival to New York's Met Gala. This year's edition will take place on the evening of Oct. 17 in Los Angeles.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Marc Anthony, Chayanne and more to play benefit concert for Venezuela and Colombia earthquake relief

Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi, Chayanne, Feid, Jay Wheeler and many more will perform at an international benefit concert livestreamed from Miami on Sunday to raise money for those impacted by devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin

A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos, a well-known Nintendo game collector, that he had a box of Super Mario cartridges that had been sitting in storage for years. It stopped Ganos in his tracks.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

3 big questions to ask your aging parents

One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.