Features
6 days ago in Features
Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?
After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.
4 weeks ago in Features
At 91, Dale ‘Grey Beard’ Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
Dale Sanders, whose trail name is Grey Beard, first set the Appalachian Trail record in 2017 at age 82. Four years later, his 83-year-old friend M.J. Eberhart, aka Nimblewill Nomad, took the title. But within months, Sanders announced his plan for a comeback.
Trending
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says
Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.
New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III
A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.
Lifestyle
1 week ago in Lifestyle
There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home
The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
22 essential questions to ask when buying a house
Ally Financial reports 22 essential questions to ask when buying a house, covering budget, property condition, neighborhood, and offer details for informed decisions.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Budgeting for kids’ sports and back-to-school activities
CreditFresh reports on budgeting for kids' sports and back-to-school activities, emphasizing planning for total costs to avoid surprises and manage expenses efficiently.
Sports
4 days ago in Sports
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight set for December in Cardiff
The long-awaited bout between British boxers Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place Dec. 11 in Cardiff, a promoter said Thursday. The two former heavyweight world champions will meet at the Principality Stadium, promoter Turki Alalshikh said on social media.
5 days ago in Sports
Giants QB Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending knee surgery, AP source says
New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery on his left knee, according to a person with knowledge of the details of the injury.
5 days ago in Sports, Trending
Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says
Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.
5 days ago in Sports
Alvarez hits 41st homer and drives in 3 as Astros blank Mariners 7-0 to tie Rangers atop AL West
Yordan Alvarez resumed his Triple Crown push with a home run and three RBIs as the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners 7-0 on Tuesday night to pull even with Texas atop the AL West.
6 days ago in Sports
Jaxson Dart injures his knee as several Giants stars get banged up in loss to Rams
If there were a list of most important New York Giants, seemingly all those key players got hurt at some point during a 28-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, starting with quarterback Jaxson Dart injuring his left knee during his team's first series.
1 week ago in Sports
Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?
The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.
1 week ago in Sports
Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars
Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions
Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.
Events
News from Jonesboro Right Now
Homeschool Fair to be Offered at A-State’s HPMEC
“The purpose of the event is to inform parents of the homeschooling programming and resources the community has to offer,” said Shannon Williams, site director of HPMEC.
2 hours ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local Spotlight, News
Lake City Fire Department Upgrading Equipment Through Grants: ‘We’re Able to Help You Faster and Safer’
Lake City's Fire Department has received numerous grants and donations over the year, which the department's fire chief says has helped it purchase and upgrade necessary equipment to better serve its community.
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
Twenty Arrests Made in Craighead County Sex Offender Compliance Operation, Deemed ‘Huge Success’
The Craighead County Sheriff’s Office has released new details regarding a recent multi-agency crackdown that led to the arrest of 20 registered sex offenders for compliance violations.
4 hours ago in Education, News
Calvin White Named as Next A-State Chancellor
The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees on Monday approved the appointment of Dr. Calvin White Jr. as the next chancellor of A-State.
4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
Harrisburg Mayor Orders Flock Cameras to be Taken Offline Amid Privacy Concerns
The ongoing debate over automated license plate readers has taken a visible turn in Poinsett County, where Harrisburg Mayor Justin Kimble ordered the city's Flock cameras be covered with black trash bags and taken offline.
5 hours ago in Community, News
DHS Releases ARHOME Outreach Toolkit Ahead of Full Launch of New Requirement
Resources now available on website, plus video series featuring former TV reporter to play at county offices
6 hours ago in Community, Education, News
A-State to Host Leadership Excellence Conference this Month
The conference will celebrate a significant milestone.
Entertainment
5 days ago in Entertainment
Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’
When Robert Pattinson first got the script for "Primetime," a dramatization of NBC Dateline's "To Catch a Predator" and the controversial sting operation that would lead to its cancellation, he was amazed it hadn't been made into a movie already.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Music
How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time
Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.
6 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says
Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family representative says
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at age 27, a family representative said. Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
