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2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.
A-State stands second in Bubas Cup Race through fall semester
The Sun Belt Conference announced Monday updated standings for the 2025-26 Vic Bubas Cup, the league’s all-sports award.
2 weeks ago in National
Search for the Brown University shooter resumes as questions swirl about campus security
Authorities knocked on doors Monday searching for any video there might be of the Brown University gunman, who could be seen in grainy footage walking away from the weekend attack that killed two students and wounded nine others.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Rob Reiner’s son Nick arrested after the director and his wife were found dead at their home
Rob Reiner's younger son, Nick Reiner, was in jail Monday after being booked for what investigators believe was the fatal stabbing of the director-actor and his wife at their Los Angeles home a day earlier, authorities said.
Pets of the Week – Dec. 15
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.”
Arkansas State Police investigating accidental shooting in Jonesboro
Arkansas State Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred in Jonesboro.
Fisher Street Community in Action preparing for Christmas toy giveaway
Donations for the giveaway are being accepted up until Dec. 18.
Who is the “The Dancing Man” of Jonesboro?
Ozzy Neil Rose has become known for his exuberant dancing down Jonesboro roadways.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘Zootopia 2’ reclaims No. 1 spot at box office, grosses $1B worldwide
"Zootopia 2" regained the No. 1 spot at the domestic box office with $26.3 million in its third weekend of release, according to studio estimates Sunday, as The Walt Disney Co. animated sequel became the year's second film to gross $1 billion worldwide.
2 weeks ago in National
Authorities say they will release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting
A person of interest detained after a Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine will be released after law enforcement authorities determined there was no basis to keep the individual in custody, officials said Sunday night.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
All I want for Christmas is the Olympics. Mariah Carey to perform at Milan Cortina opening ceremony
Mariah Carey is going to add some American pop-star pedigree to the opening ceremony for the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise
A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL and Chiefs say he’s considering surgical options
Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while trying to keep the Kansas City Chiefs' postseason hopes alive in the waning seconds of a 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, and the two-time MVP quarterback was considering surgical options.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons feared to have torn ACL, AP source says
Micah Parsons is believed to have suffered a torn ACL in his left knee, a person with knowledge of the All-Pro pass rusher's injury told The Associated Press on Sunday.
New shelters to be installed at JET bus stops across Jonesboro
Work will begin soon on 45 new bus shelters.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Rob Reiner, son of a comedy giant who became one in turn, dies at 78
Rob Reiner, the son of a comedy giant who became one himself as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally …" and "This Is Spinal Tap," has died. He was 78.
2 weeks ago in World
Australia to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre
Australian leaders promised Monday to immediately overhaul already-tough gun control laws after a mass shooting targeted a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach.
Crawford: Farm Aid Helps, But Long-Term Fixes Needed
Congressman Rick Crawford cautioned this week that the funding is only a partial solution to deeper challenges in the agricultural economy
A-State Falls in Final Minute at Rice
A-State held the lead with one minute remaining at Rice but a late burst of offense from the opposition resulted in a 77-76 defeat
Wreaths Across America Honors Veterans at Pine Log Cemetery
Veterans were remembered, honored and their legacies preserved Saturday during the annual Wreaths Across America ceremony
