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A-State Announces New John A. Bobango / Pi Kappa Alpha Endowed Scholarship

“I have always believed in cultivating leaders who uphold integrity, character and service,” Bobango said. “Supporting students at Arkansas State is a meaningful way to help strengthen those values in future generations.”

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Family Crisis Center Announces April Events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Family Crisis Center, Inc., invites the community to participate in several impactful events throughout April.

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1,067 Craighead votes cast in one-race runoff election

Senator Kim Hammer leading Bryan Norris for Secretary of State statewide Tuesday night

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Red Wolves Battle in 11-9 Loss at Memphis

A-State mounted a valiant multi-inning comeback highlighted by six home runs

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A-State’s Martinez Earns Sun Belt Player of the Week on Three-Home Run Weekend

The Sun Belt Conference announced Tuesday that Arkansas State’s freshman catcher/infielder Derek Martinez was named Sun Belt Week 7 Conference Player of the Week.

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Brunch Edition of Culinary Crawl Set for April in Downtown Jonesboro

The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance's Culinary Crawl is returning in April, but this time with a brunch twist.

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Events scheduled in April at Jonesboro library

Several events are scheduled at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library in April.

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Design Week for Plan Jonesboro Begins

"What we hear from the community this week is critical to building out the plan in this next year."

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Runoff Election Day for Secretary of State in Craighead County

The election is between state Sen. Kim Hammer (R-Benton) and Bryan Norris. Polling places will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

4 weeks ago

Arkansas State Women’s Basketball Advance to WNIT Fab 4

Rogers Scores Career-High 20 points in 71-53 Win over Cleveland State

4 weeks ago

KLEK 102.5 FM and Glory 104.3 FM to Host Community Bible Giveaway in Jonesboro for Easter

Community members are invited to stop by and receive a free Bible for themselves, their families, or someone in need.

4 weeks ago

Pets of the Week // March 30

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.”

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NYITCOM at A-State Announces 10-Year Anniversary Celebration

Jonesboro medical school will host dinner event on May 21.

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Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club to Host Special Evening Meeting on Tuesday

This meeting aims to update current and prospective club members who cannot make the usual morning meeting time.

4 weeks ago

NEA CAC Raises Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month in Craighead County and Beyond

Throughout April, the Northeast Arkansas Children’s Advocacy Center will lead awareness efforts, educational outreach, and community engagement initiatives to keep children safe.

4 weeks ago

A-State Dominates on the Mound in 2-1 Win over James Madison

Red Wolves take weekend series with James Madison

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Leachville man dies following March 13 accident

Tony Leo Hawkins died March 24 at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro Woman Wins $5,000 Shopping Spree

Linda Pendergrass of Jonesboro was announced as the winner

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