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Jonesboro EAST students working on digital trail map, trash reporting project at nature center

The project gets kids outside and teaches them about nature, graphic design, public speaking, problem-solving, and more.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Met Gala guests (and the rest of us) learn the next dress code: ‘Fashion is Art’

You certainly don't have to tell Beyoncé this: Fashion, when deployed properly, is nothing less than art. Now, the fashion-forward superstar will have another chance to make the point.

2 weeks ago in Olympics, Sports

Hughes scores in overtime as US beats Canada for first men’s hockey gold at the Olympics since 1980

Jack Hughes scored less than 2 minutes into overtime and the U.S. beat Canada 2-1 in the gold medal final at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday, earning the nation's third men's title at the Games and its first since the "Miracle on Ice" in 1980 — 46 years to the day of the upset over the mighty Soviet Union, too.

2 weeks ago in National

Snowfall intensifies in Northeast, with many stuck at home under blizzard warnings and travel bans

Millions of people in New York City and a large swath of the northeastern U.S. were stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings Monday as heavy snow and strong winds intensified, creating whiteout conditions in the densely populated region.

2 weeks ago in Trending, World

25 Mexican National Guard troops killed in Jalisco after cartel leader’s capture, official says

Mexico Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch said Monday 25 members of the National Guard were killed in Jalisco in six separate attacks following the capture of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.

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First-ever Great Big Beautiful Flea Market scheduled in Bay

"In our small way, we're trying to bring things to our town," said Tami Hamilton Williams, co-chair of Bay Community Events.

Arkansas State Takes Rubber Match in 9-2 Win Over Eastern Illinois

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Arkansas State Takes Rubber Match in 9-2 Win Over Eastern Illinois

Dylan Farley and Kole Turner commanded the mound to take the weekend at Slayton Family Field at Tomlinson Stadium

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Area students ‘Thrown to the Wolves’ in annual innovators competition 

At this event, students will present their projects and inventions in a “Shark Tank” inspired competition.  

A physician’s perspective on benefits, risks, and realistic expectations

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Dr. Shane Speights on GLP-1 weight loss drugs

A physician’s perspective on benefits, risks, and realistic expectations

Red Wolf Women Rattle off 19 Threes in at Louisiana

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Red Wolf Women Rattle off 19 Threes in at Louisiana

The Lady Red Wolves set the record for most made threes against a Division I opponent in program history with 19

Offensive Surge Propels A-State Past ULM in Road Finale, 102-94

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Offensive Surge Propels A-State Men Past ULM

A-State set a new program record for road wins in a season with a 102-94 decision over ULM

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Eastern Illinois takes first game of series at Arkansas State

Arkansas State was unable to overcome Eastern Illinois in the first game of the series Friday afternoon.

Martez Mug

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Affidavit: Man assumed brother’s identity to evade authorities, arrested in Jonesboro

Police said a man with an active violent felony warrant out of Illinois managed to evade authorities for years by living under his brother’s identity.

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A-State Museum to host annual Through a Child’s Eyes exhibition 

“Most every day, small children see something for the first time…and their brains go bananas with joy and curiosity,” says museum educator Jill Kary.

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Jonesboro man faces felony threat charge after domestic disturbance

A Jonesboro man is facing a felony terroristic threatening charge after police said he assaulted his wife and threatened to kill her during a domestic dispute.

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Proposal for potential police department facility sent to Jonesboro City Council

According to the proposed lease agreement the city would lease the First United Methodist Church's Jonesboro youth building.

Upshaw mug shot

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Jonesboro woman accused of abandoning children in unsanitary home, running from police

Court documents stated a routine traffic stop escalated into a foot chase and the discovery of young children left alone in an unsanitary home.

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Helicopter called to 2-vehicle crash in Craighead County

A helicopter was called to the scene of a crash in rural Craighead County Friday afternoon.

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A-State Theatre debuts Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5: The Musical’ 

Arkansas State University's Department of Theatre will begin the Spring semester with a production of "9 to 5: The Musical," featuring music by Dolly Parton.

Brookland Water Tower

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Brookland superintendent confirms multiple educators face non-renewal amid funding drop

Meetings were held earlier this week with some certified licensed educators to let them know they would not be recommended for contract renewal next year.

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4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The Guess Who plan the band’s first official US tour in over two decades

Two principal songwriters of The Guess Who — the band that crafted the hit song "American Woman" — will tour America itself later this year for the first time in over two decades.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s ‘Matter of Time’

The first time Eddie Vedder toured without Pearl Jam, he made some glaring mistakes onstage and felt discouraged. A few shows later, he ran into Bruce Springsteen, who told him that performing solo is terrifying but that vulnerability can be a force to harness.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations

Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.

2 weeks ago in Music

U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events

U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...

2 weeks ago in Music

A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer

A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...