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3 weeks ago in National, Trending

Tropical Storm Isaias forms, is forecast to become a hurricane and hit US Gulf Coast this week

Tropical Storm Isaias formed early Wednesday in the warm waters off eastern Mexico and forecasters said it was expected to strengthen into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season before hitting the U.S. Gulf Coast later in the week.

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Jonesboro Police Department Accepting Donations for Trunk or Treat

The Jonesboro Police Department is accepting donations for its upcoming Trunk or Treat in downtown Jonesboro.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Harry Kane scores on record-tying 125th appearance for England

Harry Kane made a record-tying 125th appearance for England in the Nations League match against Czechia at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday — and marked the occasion with another goal.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Nicole Kidman, Zendaya and hovering cars see Paris Fashion Week go out on a high

Louis Vuitton closed Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday evening with Zendaya in the audience and car sculptures hovering above the runway at the Louvre Museum. It was the final major show of a spring runway season that began in New York last month.

Group of diverse adults at a ribbon-cutting event outside a brick building, holding a red ribbon and a sign about diaper drives.

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AAF NEA Announces the Diaper Storehouse in Jonesboro as 2026 ADvocacy Recipient

Over the next few months, AAF NEA will work with The Diaper Storehouse on creative projects supporting its mission and continued growth.

From empty bleachers to a record deal: Jonesboro's TRIPPP becomes first signing of HARDY's mockingbird records

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Jonesboro’s TRIPPP Becomes First Artist Signed to HARDY’s Mockingbird Records

Nearly a decade after three Jonesboro brothers began chasing a music dream, JD, Chaz and Treyson Stafford are entering a new chapter with one of country music's biggest stars in their corner

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Nominations Being Sought for A-State’s Ninth Annual Living Legends Awards

Preparations are underway for the ninth annual Living Legends Awards, which will be held during the Black History Month celebrations early next year.  

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Family Crisis Center in Jonesboro Awarded $29,400 Strategic Impact Grant

The grant will fund FCC’s Strategic Planning and Organizational Readiness Initiative.

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City of Jonesboro to Break Ground on Caraway Road Expansion

The approximately $5.5 million project will expand Caraway Road to 5 lanes from I-555 to Latourette Drive and then transition to three lanes to Glenn Place.

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Nettleton Students Speak with International Space Station Astronaut through Amateur Radio

"This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where everyone gets to talk to an astronaut live, and on top of that, we weren't just communicating with Ham radio, we got to see them," said Haley Bagwell, EAST facilitator at UHSMA.

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Jonesboro Employee Accused of Stealing Over $10K in Jewelry from Workplace, Pawning Items

Police arrested a Jonesboro woman after they said she stole over $10,000 in jewelry from her workplace and sold several items to area pawn shops.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Paramount and Warner Bros are now one Hollywood giant: Skydance. Here’s how we got here

It's official: Skydance-owned Paramount has closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The companies completed the deal on Tuesday, ushering in a new Hollywood giant with the now shorter "Skydance" nametag.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

One income, two retirements: How couples can protect their future

For a lot of people, a one-size-fits-all retirement plan just doesn't fit. Their family circumstances call for a more custom-made approach.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Jannik Sinner to miss the rest of the year due to knee inflammation

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner announced he will be out for the rest of the year as he continues to deal with an injured knee. Sinner has not played since July when he beat Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon final. He withdrew from the U.S. Open because of a right knee injury.

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Northbound Lanes of U.S. 63/63B Blocked Due to Accident

The northbound lanes at an intersection are blocked due to an accident, according to Jonesboro E911 dispatch.

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Panda Express Coming to Paragould

Haag Brown announces new restaurant for former Starbucks location along West Kingshighway

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Trumann Man Accused of Breaking into Jonesboro Home and Assaulting Woman

A Trumann man is behind bars after police said he broke into a Jonesboro home, assaulted a woman, and returned days later to attempt to force his way inside again.

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SHARP PHO Names Katie Prescott as Next CEO

Prescott has served as General Counsel for SHARP (St. Bernards Healthcare Associated Regional Providers) since April 2021, drafting and reviewing all legal documents, counseling on legal compliance and providing strategic advisement.

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Dr. William McLean Appointed Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor at A-State

Arkansas State University Chancellor Dr. Calvin White Jr. has announced the permanent appointment of Dr. William McLean as provost and executive vice chancellor.

Road closure sign: orange barricade with traffic cones and a bold 'ROAD CLOSURE' text overlay; logo in the top-right corner.

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Part of Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro to Close Monday

A temporary road closure will be in effect on Main Street in downtown Jonesboro Monday night.

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4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California

The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies

For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’

Jay-Z once told John Legend, "You're our voice." But Pharrell Williams had another idea for Legend's signature baritone: Sometimes, let it do more talking than singing.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring

For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Quavo talks new album, fatherhood, viral ‘Hotel Lobby’ and working on Migos project with Offset

The Grammy-nominated rapper is moving forward with fatherhood, healing and a sense of purpose. Now a father to...