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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.

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

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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

Jonesboro Woman Wins $5,000 Shopping Spree

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Jonesboro Woman Wins $5,000 Shopping Spree

Linda Pendergrass of Jonesboro was announced as the winner

A-State Hits Five Home Runs to win 11-9 Win over James Madison

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A-State Hits Five Home Runs to win 11-9 Win over James Madison

Arkansas State scored all 11 runs off homers

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Police: Jonesboro Man Used Helmet to Attack Neighbor Before Passing Out in Her Apartment

Court documents state that a Jonesboro man assaulted his neighbor with a motorcycle helmet, trapped her in her home, and then passed out while looking for property he claimed his neighbor had taken.

AState advances to great 8 WNIT

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Red Wolves Advance to WNIT Great Eight

Arkansas State tied a program record and set a WNIT record 20 threes made.

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City of Jonesboro Seeking to Improve Pedestrian Safety Downtown

Following a fatal pedestrian accident in downtown Jonesboro, plans to improve pedestrian safety are under review by city leadership.

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Jonesboro Man Faces Life in Prison Following Drug Bust, Bonds Total $1.5M

19-year-old Namarion Jerome Rodgers is behind bars on two bonds totaling $1.5 million after agents found drugs and prescription pills at his home.

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Retiring Faculty Members Recognized at 2026 Honors Convocation

This year, 11 retiring faculty members were honored.

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Whataburger to open in Jonesboro in April

The first guest in each drive-thru lane and in line for the dining room will receive a gift basket from Whataburger.

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A-State to Host Arkansas State Supreme Court in Appeals on Wheels Visit

“This program brings the court to universities and high schools across the state to hold oral arguments in real cases,” said Dr. Stacy Dewald, assistant professor of criminology. 

4 weeks ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use

In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.

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Tom Brady says he’s weighed coming out of retirement, but the NFL doesn’t like the idea

Tom Brady revealed in an interview released on Thursday that he considered coming out of retirement, but the National Football League wasn't particularly receptive to the idea.

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Savannah Guthrie to return to ‘Today’ on April 6 after mother’s disappearance

After a two-month absence sparked by her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction, Savannah Guthrie will return to NBC's "Today" show next month, saying in an interview that aired Friday "joy will be my protest."

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Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library Announces 2026 Concert Series

The library will host four live performances throughout the year, offering free entertainment for the community.

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Faculty Awards Presented during Convocation of Scholars Program at A-State

The seven recipients of the 2025-26 Faculty Excellence Awards were announced during the annual Faculty Honors Convocation.

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Arkansas Department of Agriculture Urges Public to Stay Alert as Wildfire Risk Increases

The entire state has been designated at a high wildfire risk through March 29, and more than half of all counties are currently under burn bans.

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Brookland man killed in Izard County tanker crash involving Jonesboro company

Fatal Highway 58 crash involving a Star Transportation fuel tanker prompts cleanup operations days later.

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Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God

By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…

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It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show

Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.

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Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

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Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

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Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London

Pressure was mounting Sunday on American rapper Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a London music festival this summer, after criticism from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.