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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.
4 days ago
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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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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City of Jonesboro to hold food drive face-off
For the next month, three Jonesboro city departments will engage in a friendly competition, all to make sure children are fed in the region.
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Jonesboro Library to host fall break activities
The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library has announced a series of activities for kids and tweens over fall break.
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ARDOT asks for public comment on proposed improvements in Brookland
ARDOT is conducting an in-person public involvement meeting to discuss proposed improvements to two intersections on Highway 49 in Brookland.
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Arkansas State Baseball Signs Three Recruits to 2026 Signing Class
Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced the signing of three players for the 2027 season.
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NEAt Little Merry Market to raise funds for TAPS
The NEAt Crafting Guild is hosting the first ever NEAt Little Merry Market, benefiting The Arkansas Pet Savers (TAPS).
5 days ago
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority cluster retreat meets this weekend at Red Wolf Convention Center
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. will be hosting its Arkansas Cluster Service project on Friday, benefiting the Hope House/SURE Foundation in Jonesboro.
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A-State baseball’s Chase Richter to return for 2025-26 season
Arkansas State head baseball coach Mike Silva announced the return of left-handed pitcher Chase Richter for the 2025-26 season.
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Affidavit: Man pulls gun on victim, threatens to kill her after seeing text from ex-husband
A man is facing multiple charges after police said he attacked a victim, injured her, and threatened to kill her, himself, and officers.
5 days ago
Harrisburg man accused of leading officers on high-speed chase in Jonesboro
A Harrisburg man is being held on a $100,000 cash/surety bond after police said he led officers on a high-speed chase in Jonesboro.
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A-State volleyball adds 3 signees to 2026 roster
Arkansas State volleyball head coach Brian Gerwig announced the addition of three signees to the 2026 roster on Wednesday.
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EDITORIAL: Stay safe from bears during deer season
As folks head to deer camp, it's good to know how many of those camps are located in bear country and how to stay safe.
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Red Wolves women’s basketball fall on road at Missouri
Arkansas State women’s basketball fell behind late in the first quarter Tuesday night.
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Methodist Family Health purchases hospital, plans to open acute facility for children in Jonesboro
Methodist Family Health purchased the Arkansas Continued Care Hospital in Jonesboro to open a 70-bed psychiatric facility for children.
