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A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters
The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him
A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling "Friends" star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100
Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.
3 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63
The five fabulous transfers who make up Michigan coach Dusty May's starting lineup got down and dirty with the rest of the Wolverines — coming out with the national title trophy Monday night after muscling their way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.
World
3 days ago in World
Trump warns a ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if a deal with Iran isn’t reached
Airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran on Tuesday, and Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a "whole civilization will die tonight" if Tehran does not meet his latest deadline for the Islamic Republic to agree to a deal that includes reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
Artemis II kicks off trip around the moon after surpassing Apollo 13’s distance record
With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.
Pope Leo urges peace in first Easter Mass as Christians celebrate in Jerusalem, Gaza and Tehran
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to lay down arms and seek peace to global conflicts through dialogue, but he departed from a tradition of listing the world's woes by name in the Urbi et Orbi blessing from the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica.
Artemis II astronauts race to set a new distance record from Earth and behold the moon’s far side
With the moon looming ever larger, the Artemis II astronauts raced to set a new distance record Monday from Earth on a lunar fly-around promising magnificent views of the far side never seen before by eye.
2 weeks ago in World
Afghanistan releases American national Dennis Coyle after more than a year
Afghanistan's Taliban authorities on Tuesday released American academic Dennis Coyle after holding him for over a year, with the foreign ministry saying the release came on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, the Muslim holiday that marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
3 weeks ago in World
US won’t strike Iran’s power plants for 5 days, extending Trump deadline on reopening Hormuz strait
President Donald Trump extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz to international shipping, saying Monday that the U.S. would hold off on threatened strikes against Iranian power plants for five days.
News from Jonesboro Right Now
27 minutes ago in Community, Local Spotlight, News, Outdoors
Brighter Together: Jonesboro Welcomes Back the Annual Color Me D.A.R.E. Fun Run
The annual Color Me D.A.R.E. Fun Run returns for its 10th year on Saturday, April 25, offering a free morning of music, physical activity, and community connection.
4 hours ago in Crime & Safety, News
Greene County Jury Finds Haney Guilty of Two Counts of Rape
A Greene County jury found Jamie Haney, 47, guilty of two counts of rape and sentenced him to a total of 60 years in prison, according to a press release from Prosecuting Attorney Sonia Hagood's office.
5 hours ago in Agriculture, Community, News
Bill and Alice Nix Spring Farm Day is Saturday
Attendees can enjoy family-friendly activities, including games, food, music and live demonstrations.
21 hours ago in Arts & Entertainment, Community, Education, News
April Events Scheduled at the Jonesboro Library
Events for everyone, from tweens to adults, are scheduled at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
22 hours ago in Community, Education, Giving Guide, News, Sports
Daughters Bring Back Bowling Tournament to Honor Westside Teacher, Benefit Scholarship
The Jonesboro community is invited to hit the lanes at Hijinx next month for a cause that strikes close to home for one family.
A-State Leads Sun Belt’s Vic Bubas Cup Standings Through Winter Season
Arkansas State sits atop the standings after piling up 75.0 points through 10 sports scored.
Winner of Jonesboro Right Now’s Second Birthday Celebration Giveaway Announced
The winner for Jonesboro Right Now's second birthday, $1,000 giveaway has been named!
Entertainment
4 hours ago in Entertainment
Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location
Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate, Paul Stanley.
22 hours ago in Entertainment
Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall
The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea
A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women
Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Kevin Hart and Jason Kelce are among the celebrity caddies at Augusta National’s Par 3 Contest
Comedian Kevin Hart captured the mood of the Par 3 Contest at Augusta National when he showed up as Bryson DeChambeau's caddie — and sounded ready to take over the rest of the operation if need be.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘Ketamine Queen’ gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry the drugs that killed him
A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling "Friends" star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023.
