Frank's Hot Chicken on 870 Deals!

If you still didn't like the NBA's newest All-Star Game format, you probably just don't like All-Star games. That seemed to be the sports sphere's consensus after the U.S.-against-the-world, round-robin tournament Sunday produced three thrilling mini-games and several impressive individual performances.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Presidents Day 2026: Here’s what’s open and closed on the holiday

Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.

Lifestyle

3 hours ago in Food, Lifestyle, News

Kiwanis Pancake Day scheduled for March 7 in Jonesboro

Kiwanis Pancake Day has long been a popular and successful civic club fundraiser in Northeast Arkansas. In 2025, the club sold more than 2,000 tickets.

6 hours ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

1 day ago in Food, Lifestyle, News

Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas using ‘Vivery’ system to streamline food access

One of the most beneficial aspects of the program is immediate communication as it puts real-time resources in the hands of those in need.

1 day ago in Lifestyle, News

Pets of the Week – Feb. 16

JRN has partnered with the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society to feature “Pets of the Week."

2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Education, Lifestyle, News

A-State museum celebrates Black History Month’s origins

Dr. Gary Edwards will speak on the racial climate of the era and how African American communities in Arkansas reacted to the call to celebrate.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, News, Wellness

Annual Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon raises over $540,000 in Northeast Arkansas

The Wish-A-Thon is hosted by Jonesboro Media Group, KAIT, and Make-A-Wish Mid-South. The exact total for this year's event is $544,198.84 and counting.

4 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, News

Cybersecurity tips to protect against scams from Jonesboro banks

Jonesboro banks are warning against various scams as scam tactics evolve.

4 days ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, News, Sports & Outdoors, Wellness

Multiple workshops planned in February at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has several events planned for all ages during February.

Entertainment

1 day ago in Entertainment

Powered by women, ‘Wuthering Heights’ digs up $34.8 million at the box office for a No. 1 debut

Emerald Fennell's bold reimagining of "Wuthering Heights" brought crowds of women to movie theaters this weekend.

1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food, News

Several club meetings scheduled at Jonesboro library

Several clubs are scheduled to meet at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library during February.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Sports

Taylor Swift rumors spiked ticket sales for Pebble Beach golf tournament

Pebble Beach had an extra buzz Friday morning with rumors swirling in the cool Pacific breeze Swift would be there to watch her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, playing in the PGA Tour event that combines corporate CEOs and celebrities with golf's best.

Sports

6 hours ago in Sports

Dolphins releasing star receiver Tyreek Hill in major roster cuts

The Dolphins released star receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday, ending the All-Pro's four-year tenure in Miami. Hill, who turns 32 on March 1, is recovering from a season-ending injury suffered in a game against the New York Jets on Sept. 29 that required surgery to repair significant damage to his left knee, including a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

1 day ago in Olympics, Sports

Bold new US trio eyes Olympic figure skating gold while serving as role models for a new generation

The trio of U.S. women targeting Olympic figure skating gold Tuesday night are not the dainty ice princesses of yesteryear.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Good game, bad dunk contest. The highs and lows of an eventful NBA All-Star weekend

1 day ago in News, Sports & Outdoors

Alphas & A.T.L.A.S. 5K Run & Walk for Autism to be held April 11 in Jonesboro

The 5K aims to raise awareness for autism during Autism Acceptance Month.

2 days ago in News, Sports & Outdoors

A-State Baseball Sweeps Stony Brook

Three home runs in the seventh led to a 12-5 eight-inning win

2 days ago in News, Sports & Outdoors

A-State Men Fall Against South Alabama

A-State Falls in Hard-Fought Contest Versus South Alabama

Red Wolves battled into overtime against South Alabama for the second time this season before falling in a 92-88 decision

4 days ago in Sports

Chris Paul, the ‘Point God,’ retires as All-Star weekend begins, ending a 21-season NBA run

Chris Paul, the "Point God" who was a 12-time All-Star selection and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced his retirement on Friday in the capper of a 21-season career that will surely merit induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame.