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Arkansas State’s Chen to make historic debut on Winter Olympic stage
Junior thrower Menachem Chen is set to become the 12th Olympian in Arkansas State track and field’s history when he competes at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
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Jonesboro Fire Department releases 2025 Annual Performance Report
"This past year was one of unprecedented activity for our department. As Jonesboro grows, so does our commitment to your safety," the report said.
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A-State and campus community celebrate Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month, Arkansas State University will host several events to celebrate, commemorate and educate the campus community.
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What to know for tax season 2026
Whether an individual files their own returns or hires a professional, Jonesboro Right Now has information on how to get the most out of tax season.
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Red Wolves secure comeback win at Coastal Carolina
Arkansas State men’s basketball outscored Coastal Carolina in the final minute to secure a win on Wednesday night.
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Committees meet to discuss how to align Jonesboro sports tourism, youth sports
Officials from multiple city committees met Tuesday morning to discuss how to best align youth sports and sports tourism in the city of Jonesboro.
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Arkansas State University’s enrollment growth continues into Spring 2026
Traditional, on-campus enrollment climbed to 8,141, an 8.4% increase from last year.
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Jonesboro representatives for Arkansas Narcotic Officers’ Association represent the state at national coalition
ANOA's mission is to "unite police officers and other law enforcement professionals who share a common interest in drug enforcement in a collaborative effort to reduce the supply and demand of illicit drugs and illegally diverted drugs."
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A-State’s women’s basketball team score most threes of the season in win over Carolina
Arkansas State overcame a late push from Coastal Carolina with 16 threes made to reach the 20th win of the season on Wednesday evening at First National Bank Arena.
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Paragould man held on $1.5M bond, accused of raping child multiple times
Russell Hawkins, 61, was arrested and booked into the Greene County Detention Center.
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Valentine’s Day events across Craighead County
Love is in the air, and JRN has made a list of Valentine's Day events across Craighead County to help you celebrate.
3 weeks ago
Trumann woman accused of firing taser at officers following chase
A Trumann woman is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after police said she fired a taser at law enforcement officers following a high-speed chase in Jonesboro Tuesday.
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A-State’s Engskov and Quiller named to preseason All-Sun Belt Team
Senior Patrick Engskov and Redshirt Sophomore Ashton Quiller were tabbed to the preseason all-conference team.
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Arkansas Community Foundation of Greene County awards grant to Together We Foster
Together We Foster has locations that serve multiple counties in Northeast Arkansas, including both Craighead and Greene counties.
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Delta National Small Prints Exhibition opens, 2026 purchase awards announced
Juror Ann Johnson selected prints to receive purchase awards. The award-winning art pieces become part of BAM's permanent collection.
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Brookland school district asks for 3.95-mill increase
The increase would be used to fund district facility improvements.
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Copenhaver responds to City Stars debacle
While concluding the Mayor's Report during the city council meeting, Copenhaver went to the podium to speak, saying he wanted to confirm the facts and dispel misinformation regarding City Stars.
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Jonesboro’s Foundation of Arts announces The Prince of Egypt tickets on sale
The musical is based on the animated film and the Bible's book of Exodus, telling the story of Moses.
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U.S. Sen. John Boozman secures $9 million for healthcare simulation expansion at Arkansas State University
The expansion will enable A-State to increase enrollment in its nursing and social work programs, strengthening the pipeline of clinic-ready professionals entering the workforce.
3 weeks ago
InnovAsian building 175,000-square-foot food manufacturing facility in Jonesboro
The state-of-the-art frozen food manufacturing facility will create approximately 200 new jobs to boost local economy.
