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1 week ago in Entertainment
Judge grants Blake Lively $400,000 of $8M in legal fees she sought in film fight with Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively will get just over $400,000 of the $8 million she sought in legal costs from actor and director Justin Baldoni after they settled their fight over the production of their 2024 film "It Ends With Us," a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
1 week ago in World
At least 160 killed and hundreds missing after flash floods in Nepal and China
Massive flash floods in a border area of Nepal and China on Wednesday killed at least 160 people and left hundreds of tourists, workers and others missing after sweeping through communities and bringing travel in some areas to a halt. Experts said an avalanche from a glacier was the likely cause in the warming Himalaya region.
Bells Ringing Across A-State Campus After Repairs Made Over the Summer
Over the summer, work was completed on the clock tower of Dean B. Ellis Library to repair not only the hands of one of four clocks, but also the bells so they would once again ring.
Arkansas Imagination Library Mourns Dolly Parton, Pledges to Carry Legacy Forward
"Thank you, Dolly. We will always love you," the Arkansas Imagination Library said.
Arkansas to Receive $172M in $17.1 Billion Multistate Settlement with Meta Over Child Safety
The agreement resolves lawsuits from 51 attorney generals that allege the tech giant misled the public about the addictive nature of its platform and impact on children's mental health.
Weight Limit for Craighead County Road Presented During Quorum Court Meeting
An ordinance to establish a weight limit on a county road was read before the full Craighead County Quorum Court Monday evening.
Nonpartisan Organization Invites Jonesboro Residents to Explore How Americans Can ‘Disagree Better’
The program will provide participants with tools for listening more effectively, communicating across divides, and finding common ground without requiring agreement on every issue.
1 week ago in Sports
Olympic champion Alysa Liu takes season off after Milan gold, promises her return to the ice
Olympic figure skating champion Alysa Liu is taking the season off following her triumph in Milan. This time, she is certain she will be back.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
There are few inalienable truths: Everyone was born, everyone will die, and everyone loved Dolly Parton. Larger-than-life at 5-foot-nothing, the country star, actor, philanthropist, entrepreneur and theme park enthusiast who died Tuesday, transcended celebrity in rhinestones and fringe.
Jonesboro Office Building Sold to Young Investment Company LLC for $5.8M
The $5.8 million transaction represents another investment in Jonesboro’s commercial real estate market and continues the local ownership of one of the city’s most prominent office properties.
ARDOT Expands Street Smart Children’s Road Safety Education Program for 2026-27 School Year
The Arkansas Department of Transportation has launched Phase Two of its award-winning children’s road safety education program, known as Street Smart.
1 week ago in National
Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
City Water and Light of Jonesboro Board Approves Rate Increases, Bonds to Fund New Plant Construction
The City Water and Light (CWL) of Jonesboro board on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution to increase electric rates, as well as a resolution to secure bond financing to fund building a new gas plant.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.
BAM in Jonesboro Receives Prestigious National Endowment for the Arts ‘Big Read’ Grant
Throughout the academic year, BAM will collaborate with A-State departments and community organizations across Northeast Arkansas to present a wide range of public programs.
Paragould Woman Accused of Hitting Victim with Keys, Throwing Knife During Argument
A Paragould woman is behind bars after police said she struck a victim in the face with a set of keys, threatened to kill him, and threw a knife at him during an argument.
Jonesboro Man Accused of Intimidating Victim in Firearm Possession Case
Police arrested a Jonesboro man after they said he attempted to intimidate a witness in his brother's firearm possession case.
Jonesboro Shooters Claim National Titles at AIM Grand Nationals
Sending just 20 members divided into four squads, the team brought home a haul of 34 awards, which included 24 individual medals and 10 squad medals.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well
Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the season record in the same game.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
