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1 week ago in Features, Trending

3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.

2 weeks ago in Features, World

A 13-year-old Australian boy swims for hours to save his mother and siblings who were swept away

A 13-year-old boy is credited with saving his family after he swam for four hours in choppy waters off the coast of Western Australia to alert authorities that his mother and two younger siblings had been swept away.

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6 hours ago in Sports, Trending

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

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.

7 hours 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

29 minutes ago in Food, Lifestyle, News

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

Fresh

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.

3 hours ago in Lifestyle, News

Pets of the Week – Feb. 16

Janet and Starla Pets of the week

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

1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Education, Lifestyle, News

A-State museum celebrates Black History Month’s origins

Dr. Carter G. Woodson

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.

3 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.

3 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.

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

Multiple workshops planned in February at Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library

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

3 days ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Education, Entertainment, Government & Politics, Lifestyle, News

Plan Jonesboro open house gathers feedback

residents look at boards at earle belle community center for plan jonesboro

The open house was an informal, drop-in discussion where residents could chat and share their thoughts on what they enjoy about Jonesboro, and how the city could improve. 

3 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, News, Wellness

Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon roadblocks open in Northeast Arkansas

make-a-wish-roadblocks

The 28th annual Have-A-Heart Wish-A-Thon is finally here, and communities in Craighead County have the opportunity to grant wishes through donations during this once-a-year event.

Sports

6 hours 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.

6 hours ago in Sports, Trending

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

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.

3 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.

3 days ago in Sports

A healthy Shohei Ohtani eyes the one major award he hasn’t won — a Cy Young Award

Shohei Ohtani is a five-time All-Star, a four-time Most Valuable Player, a two-time World Series winner and a World Baseball Classic champion, giving him a sparkling baseball resume that no current player can touch. The only major honor he hasn't won? A Cy Young Award.

3 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.

3 days ago in Olympics, Sports

Norway’s Klaebo makes history on skis, ties all-time Winter Olympics gold record

Friday the 13th will be remembered as a lucky day for Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. Norway's cross-country skiing star tied an all‑time Winter Games record by winning his eighth gold medal Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The 29‑year‑old claimed victory in the men's 10 kilometer interval‑start race, for his third gold at the 2026 games.

4 days ago in Olympics, Sports

Chloe Kim falls short of Olympic three-peat, taking silver as Choi Gaon wins women’s halfpipe

Chloe Kim fell short in her bid to become the first Olympic snowboarder to win three consecutive gold medals, finishing second to Choi Gaon of South Korea in the women's halfpipe on Thursday.

4 days ago in Sports

Chloe Kim on deck for chance at third straight Olympic gold

Now, it's Chloe Kim's turn to grasp a special spot in snowboarding's record book. Kim will be in the halfpipe Thursday night, trying to become the first snowboarder to win three straight Olympic gold medals.

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    29 minutes ago in Food, Lifestyle, News

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

    Fresh

    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 hour ago in Education, News

    ASU System Board of Trustees hears update on A-State College of Veterinary Medicine

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    rendering of the a-state college of veterinary medicine

    A-State's upcoming College of Veterinary Medicine remains on track for a fall opening with accreditation and facility construction proceeding as expected, A-State Chancellor Todd Shields told board members.

    3 hours ago in Lifestyle, News

    Pets of the Week – Feb. 16

    Janet and Starla Pets of the week

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

    5 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food, News

    Several club meetings scheduled at Jonesboro library

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

    7 hours ago in News, Sports & Outdoors

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

    the 2025 Alphas and A.T.L.A.S. 5K

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

    20 hours ago in News

    Jonesboro Police investigate fatal train accident

    Jonesboro Police investigate fatal train accident

    Police say a train struck a pedestrian near Ellis Lane and Prospect Road

    21 hours ago in News, Sports & Outdoors

    A-State Baseball Sweeps Stony Brook

    Red Wolves Sweep Stony Brook

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

    Entertainment

    6 hours 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.

    5 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food, News

    Several club meetings scheduled at Jonesboro library

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

    3 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.

    3 days ago in Entertainment

    After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead

    Eight hundred episodes, 37 seasons, and one four-fingered family that refuses to age. As "The Simpsons" hits a milestone few series have ever glimpsed this weekend, the architects behind Springfield are reflecting on the choices that turned crude 1987 shorts from "The Tracey Ullman Show" into a cultural juggernaut.

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