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The RESTORE Hub awarded $2M grant for IPSE program

A-State's RESTORE Hub receives $2M for inclusivity programs to support students with disabilities.

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Early voting for Nettleton Public Schools millage continues

Early voting for the proposed millage increase for Nettleton Public Schools continued this week.

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Parker McCollum coming to First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro

Parker McCollum announces Jonesboro as part of 2026 Tour.

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ARDOT to host meeting on proposed road connection project in Jonesboro

The Arkansas Department of Transportation will be hosting a public hearing next week to discuss plans and environmental assessments for a proposed new road project in Jonesboro.

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Ronaldo risks ban at World Cup after red card for elbowing Ireland defender in qualifying game

Cristiano Ronaldo is at serious risk of being banned for the first game of the 2026 World Cup if Portugal qualifies as expected. The soccer superstar was sent off for elbowing Ireland defender Dara O'Shea in the second half of a qualifying game Thursday that Portugal lost 2-0 in Dublin.

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Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv kills 6 people and injures at least 35

Russia unleashed a major missile and drone barrage on Kyiv early Friday, killing six people, leaving gaping holes in apartment buildings and starting fires as the sound of explosions boomed across the city and lit up the night sky.

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Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2025 Latin Grammys, capping an electric night

It should come as a shock to no one: The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards were all about Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican superstar won album of the year for his landmark release "Debí Tirar Más Fotos."

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Ohtani is unanimous MVP for 4th time in winning NL honor as Judge edges Raleigh for 3rd AL accolade

Shohei Ohtani likes winning Most Valuable Player awards. He loves winning the World Series even more. The two-way Japanese star did both for a second season in a row for the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning his fourth career MVP on Thursday night while unanimously earning the National League honor.

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Walmart CEO, Doug McMillon to retire in January

Walmart Inc. announced today that long-time CEO Doug McMillon will retire in January in a surprise move.

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A-State men’s basketball announces 2025-26 upcoming themes, activities and food drives

Arkansas State Athletics unveils themes and promotions for the 2025-26 men’s basketball non-conference schedule.

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ASK THE EXPERT | Chris West Plumbing explains NuFlow Technologies’ pipelining technology

How can homeowners tell if they have potential plumbing problems? The following are some sights and sounds that indicate it is time to call Chris West Plumbing.

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The Nutcracker Ballet comes to Forum Theater in Jonesboro

The Nutcracker Ballet, presented by the Foundation of Arts (FOA), will once again grace The Forum stage later this month.

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Doritos and Cheetos dial back the bright orange in new versions without artificial ingredients

PepsiCo said Thursday it's launching toned-down versions of its bright orange snacks that won't have any artificial colors or flavors. Doritos and Cheetos Simply NKD will hit store shelves on Dec. 1.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Sarah Jessica Parker to be honored with Carol Burnett Award at the Golden Globes

Sarah Jessica Parker is going from someone who gives out prizes to getting one. The Emmy- and Screen Actors Guild Award-winner — and judge for the 2025 Booker Prize — was named Thursday as the recipient of the Carol Burnett Award for her "outstanding contributions to television on or off screen."

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Texans’ C.J. Stroud to miss second game due to concussion; Davis Mills to start

Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud is still recovering from a concussion and will miss a second straight game Sunday when the Texans visit the Tennessee Titans.

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Carlos Alcaraz seals year-ending No. 1 ranking with another win at the ATP Finals

Carlos Alcaraz secured the year-ending No. 1 ranking in men's tennis on Thursday by beating Lorenzo Musetti to sweep his group at the ATP Finals.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Blue Origin launches huge rocket carrying twin NASA spacecraft to Mars

Blue Origin launched its huge New Glenn rocket Thursday with a pair of NASA spacecraft destined for Mars. It was only the second flight of the rocket that Jeff Bezos' company and NASA are counting on to get people and supplies to the moon.

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Jonesboro executives honored at Executive of the Year award ceremony

Business leaders in Jonesboro were recognized at the Arkansas Business Executive of Year event on Thursday.

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A-State cross country to open postseason competition at NCAA South Regional Championships

Arkansas State cross country begins postseason competition on Friday, Nov. 14, at the NCAA South Central Regional Championships in Fayetteville.

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DHS announces SNAP benefit funding to be reinstated

DHS advises SNAP beneficiaries will receive full benefit amounts for November late tonight into tomorrow.

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‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

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It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

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New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

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Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

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Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

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Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.