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7 days ago in National
Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation
Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.
7 days ago in National, Trending
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.
Jason Aldean Benefit Concert in Forrest City Raises $170K for Arkansas Food Banks
The concert marked Greenway’s 8th annual food bank fundraiser to feature Aldean, continuing a long-standing commitment to turning community support into meaningful impact.
A-State Media Students Capture 55 Awards in State Association Competition
Arkansas State University students earned 55 awards at the Arkansas College Media Association’s annual spring convention.
Primary School Students Gather on A-State Campus for Earth Day Celebration
"If you teach somebody at a young age, how important it is to recycle, how important it is to conserve things, then they'll take it into their adulthood."
Library Partners with Keep Jonesboro Beautiful for Earth Month Litter Kit Distribution
This initiative supports a shared goal of fostering community pride, responsibility, and environmental awareness throughout Jonesboro during Earth Month and beyond.
Discussion Regarding Location for Second Jonesboro Police Station Continues in Committee
The Public Safety Committee on Tuesday heard more discussions regarding the location of a second police station in Jonesboro.
Committee Recommends Ordinance Establishing Sports Advisory Committee to Jonesboro City Council
The Public Services Council Committee unanimously forwarded an ordinance Tuesday night that will create a Sports Advisory Committee.
Clear Community Priorities Emerged During Plan Jonesboro Design Week
Through open houses, pop-up conversations, and topic-focused discussions, participants shared ideas that will help guide Jonesboro’s growth over the next 30 years.
A-State Scores 16 Runs in One Inning in win over UCA
Red Wolves defeat in-state rival UCA 20-10 in Jonesboro
ASPSF Awards 42 Spring Scholarships to Single Parents in Craighead County
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund congratulates 42 Spring 2026 scholarship recipients from Craighead County.
Lake City Student is Contestant in Nationwide Junior Ranger Contest
A Lake City sixth grader is in the running to be a Junior Ranger, and he needs the community to vote for him.
A-State’s Office of Financial Aid to Offer Preparation Sessions
The three events, held April 21-23, will go over three different topics.
Championship Pro Rodeo Returning to Jonesboro, 2,000 Pound Bull to Make Appearance Downtown
Tickets are now on sale for the First Choice Farm and Lawn Championship Rodeo presented by Big River Steel. The rodeo will be in Jonesboro on April 24 and 25.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.
1 week ago in Entertainment
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme.
1 week ago in National
Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year
A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
1 week 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.
Jonesboro Police Department to Operate Two Prescription Drug Drop-Off Locations on Saturday
Arkansas Drug Take Back Day is hosted each April and October across the state and is intended to give people a safe and secure way to dispose of medications and prescription drugs.