Features
3 weeks ago in Features
Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help
One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd.
1 month ago in Features, Trending
Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity
Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.
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22 hours ago in Sports, Trending
30 days out, Los Angeles is ready for the World Cup. The playing surface? Not just yet
The U.S. men open at SoFi Stadium (to be known as Los Angeles Stadium) against Paraguay on June 12, the first of eight matches to be played at the NFL stadium in Inglewood. The field was all dirt on Tuesday.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
2026 NFL schedule: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants is Week 1 Sunday night game
The Dallas Cowboys are set to visit the New York Giants in the first Sunday night game of the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 13. The league on Monday announced the Week 1 matchup of NFC East rivals at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Lifestyle
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Pediatricians group finds kids of all ages need regular recess for physical and mental health
Recess isn't just a fun break for grade schoolers. It's crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leading pediatricians group, which just released the first new guidance in 13 years about this unstructured time at school and how it needs to be protected.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Olivia and Liam top the list of most popular US baby names for the seventh year running
Olivia and Liam for a seventh year in a row topped the list of names for babies born in the United States in 2025. The Social Security Administration annually tracks the names given to girls and boys in each state, with lists dating back to 1880.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo
Nayomie Mendoza has become accustomed to how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the U.S.: the platters of tacos, the pitchers of margaritas and the jubilant sounds of mariachi bands.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach
Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors
Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails
Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.
Sports
4 hours ago in Sports
Benson breaks tie on birthday, Sabres beat Canadiens 3-2 in Game 4 to even series
Zach Benson broke a tie on a third-period power play on his 21st birthday and the Buffalo Sabres beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Tuesday night in Game 4 to even the Eastern Conference semifinal series.
4 hours ago in Sports
Dorofeyev scores in OT to give Golden Knights 3-2 win over Ducks and 3-2 series lead
Pavel Dorofeyev has made a name for himself with his shot from the right circle, the epitome of a skilled player making the best use of his talents by setting the Vegas record for power-play goals with 20 this season.
5 hours ago in Sports
Wembanyama responds to ejection with a dominant Game 5 as Spurs rout Wolves
Victor Wembanyama had at least one teammate who hoped the San Antonio Spurs superstar would return angry. His coach expected a mature approach from Wembanyama after his first career ejection a game earlier.
5 hours ago in Sports
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, a veteran of 7 NBA seasons, dies at 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died, the NBA team and his agents announced Tuesday, and a person familiar with the investigation into his death said an autopsy was planned to determine the exact cause.
22 hours ago in Sports
Sinner matches Djokovic record with 31st straight Masters win. Coco Gauff reaches Italian Open semis
The records keep coming for Jannik Sinner. The top-ranked Sinner beat qualifier Andrea Pellegrino 6-2, 6-3 to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals on Tuesday and match Novak Djokovic's record with a 31st consecutive Masters Series victory.
22 hours ago in Sports, Trending
30 days out, Los Angeles is ready for the World Cup. The playing surface? Not just yet
The U.S. men open at SoFi Stadium (to be known as Los Angeles Stadium) against Paraguay on June 12, the first of eight matches to be played at the NFL stadium in Inglewood. The field was all dirt on Tuesday.
1 day ago in Sports
What might LeBron James do next? He has plenty of options for next season and beyond
LeBron James has options. He could stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. He could decide to join another team. He could even retire and end the longest career in NBA history. He knows all this. He just doesn't know the answer.
1 day ago in Sports
2026 NFL schedule: Bills stadium debuts Week 2, Cowboys at Giants Week 1, vs. Eagles on Thanksgiving
The Buffalo Bills' first regular-season game in their new stadium will be against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 and will kick off Amazon Prime Video's "Thursday Night Football" schedule. The matchup was one of three announced by the NFL on Monday as NBC, Fox and Prime Video made their upfront presentations to advertisers.
News from Jonesboro Right Now
1 hour ago in Business, Community, Crime & Safety, News
Gearhead Outfitters Presents $10K Check to Jonesboro D.A.R.E.
"This is really what it's all about, is just giving back to the community, investing in young people, and just supporting this town."
2 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
Paragould Man Charged After Alleged Hammer Assault on Teenager During Domestic Disturbance
A Paragould man is behind bars after police said he tried to attack a teenager with a hammer and fought another man during a domestic disturbance.
2 hours ago in Community, Newcomers Guide, News, Pet Lovers Guide
The Spotlight | A Jonesboro Animal Rescue that Never Clocks Out
Angie Heringer is the founder and director of ARC Angels 4 Animals, a Jonesboro-based nonprofit dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming animals that have nowhere else to turn.
3 hours ago in Government & Politics, News
NEA Legislator Named Nuclear State Champion
Representative Jack Ladyman has been named a Nuclear State Champion.
5 hours ago in Education, News
A-State Student Receives Gilman Scholarship to Study in Taiwan
One Arkansas State University student will spend her summer abroad after being awarded a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.
6 hours ago in Christie Matthews – General Sales Manager, Jonesboro Media Group, Community, Health & Wellness, Local Experts, Local Spotlight, Native Advertising, News, Senior Living, Sports
Four Hidden Golf Gems. One Big Deal.
870Deals Launches $234 Golf Package for Just $117
23 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Community, News, Summer Fun Guide
Sunset Sessions to Return to Craighead Forest Park Bandshell Starting Later in May
Sunset sessions will be returning to the Bandshell at Craighead Forest Park starting in late May.
Entertainment
4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2027 Grammy Awards announce key dates: What to know
Who is ready for the 2027 Grammy Awards? You'll have to wait until Feb. 7, 2027, when the 69th annual ceremony once again airs live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, it was announced Tuesday during the Disney Upfront presentation in New York.
4 hours ago in Entertainment
Conan O’Brien to return as Oscars host in 2027
Conan O'Brien's era as Oscars host is becoming a trilogy. The Emmy-winner and comedian will be back to host the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, film academy leaders said Tuesday.
4 hours ago in Entertainment
Sandra Oh, Kumail Nanjiani and Bowen Yang are in a HBO doc on being Asian American, Pacific Islander
Timed for release during AAPI Heritage Month, "The A List: 15 Stories from Asian and Pacific Diasporas" drops Wednesday on HBO Max. It's the latest in "The List Series" created by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders. The franchise has previously produced documentaries on prominent Black, Latino and LGBTQ+ Americans.
5 hours ago in Entertainment
Corleone crime family returns in a new ‘Godfather’ novel for 2027 release by Random House
Decades after the last "Godfather" movie and more than 10 years since the last "Godfather" novel, the story of the Corleone crime family has a new chapter, presented for the first time from a woman's point of view.
