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2 weeks ago

Jackson leads A-State men’s basketball past Missouri State

The Arkansas State men's basketball team completed a 16-point comeback to defeat Missouri State.

2 weeks ago

DJA’s Culinary Crawl to give patrons taste of downtown Jonesboro

In Celebration of Small Business Saturday, the Downtown Jonesboro Alliance (DJA) will be holding its second annual Culinary Crawl in downtown Jonesboro.

2 weeks ago

Schmidt named to Haskins Award Final Fall Watch List

Arkansas State men's golf senior Thomas Schmidt earned a spot on the 2025-2026 Haskins Awards presented by Stifel Final Fall Watch List.

3 weeks ago

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet to open Jonesboro location

Ollie's Bargain Outlet has leased 30,000 square feet for its first Jonesboro location.

3 weeks ago

Engineering and Computer Science Alumni Academy adds new members

Arkansas State University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science (CoECS) welcomed alumni and friends for the annual gathering of the CoECS Alumni Academy.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal continues to feed those in need

After almost 30 years, the Jonesboro Community Thanksgiving Meal is continuing to feed those in need.

3 weeks ago

International Studies Veterans Day program honors military men and women

The International Studies Elementary Magnet School held its fourth annual Veterans Day Program honoring United States military service men and women.

3 weeks ago

A-State Theatre Department presents ‘The Thanksgiving Play’

Arkansas State University’s Department of Theatre continues its 2025 - 26 season with “The Thanksgiving Play” by Larissa FastHorse, a sharp, satirical comedy that examines the challenges of celebrating and teaching Thanksgiving in modern America.

3 weeks ago

A-State men’s basketball to end November with Thanksgiving MTE

Arkansas State Athletics announced details for the men’s basketball team’s first edition of the Arkansas State Thanksgiving MTE on Monday, consisting of three games scheduled from Nov. 24-28 inside First National Bank Arena.

3 weeks ago

Downtown Jonesboro restoration project honors legacy of late CNI president

What began as a project to revitalize a downtown Jonesboro building has become a tribute to a late business leader and the employees who stayed with his company.

3 weeks ago

Pets of the Week Nov. 10

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.

3 weeks ago

Jonesboro sanitation routes to be on adjusted schedule for Veterans Day week

Due to the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Jonesboro sanitation routes will be on adjusted schedules this week.

3 weeks ago

A-State adds solar scooter charging stations across campus

Arkansas State University has added 10 new solar charging stations for scooters across its campus.

3 weeks ago

ASK THE EXPERT | Spread holiday cheer with The Roof Raider Clause

Roof Raiders is known for more than just roofing. We’re neighbors, friends and community supporters who believe every child deserves a little extra magic during the holidays.