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Arvest Bank gifts NEA teachers money for classroom supplies
Bank provided $500 to each educator as part of its annual “We Love Teachers” initiative.
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Reese Worthington crowned Miss Arkansas State University
Reese Worthington, a freshman accounting major from Bonne Terre, Missouri, was crowned the 51st Miss Arkansas State University Wednesday night.
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Art projects of regional high schools to be featured in annual BAM ‘Inspired’ exhibition
Bradbury Art Museum will host an opening reception for “hikâye | story” and the annual “Inspired” exhibition from 5 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13.
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Man held on $350K bond accused of burglary, attempted murder, other felonies in Jonesboro
A man is being held on a $350,000 cash/surety bond after Jonesboro police said he forced his way into a victim’s home, choked her unconscious, and fired a handgun at her while her children were present.
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OPINION | The benefits of deer hunting and how it helps in conservation
With a little planning, deer days can be a great time to be in the woods.
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Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale scheduled
The Friends of the Library will be holding its second annual FOL Book Sale later in November at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.
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Which candidates have filed for office in Craighead County?
As candidates begin filing for the March 3, 2026, Arkansas primary election, JRN has compiled a list of Craighead County candidate filings.
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Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council accepting donations for annual MYAC Giving Tree, new Traveling Giving Tree
The Mayor’s Youth Advancement Council is now accepting donations for its second annual Giving Tree, as well as its new Traveling Giving Tree.
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Arkansas Liberal Arts and Humanities Day to debut at State Capitol in November
The inaugural Arkansas Liberal Arts and Humanities Day will be held at the Arkansas State Capitol on Thursday, Nov. 13, largely through the leadership of Arkansas State University representatives.
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Little Caesars opens newest restaurant in Jonesboro
A new Little Caesars opened Tuesday in Jonesboro.
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Affidavit: Man ran away from Jonesboro police station during conversation, arrested while hiding in home
A conversation with police quickly escalated after Jonesboro police said a man ran away from the police station, leading to him being found in another person’s home in hiding.
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A-State women fall in season opener to Ball State
Arkansas State women’s basketball faced an early deficit and used a 20-0 run to take the lead, but the Red Wolves came up just short in a 68-66 opening-night setback to Ball State at First National Bank Arena.
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A-State men’s basketball takes down Ohio in first game of Pannone era
The Arkansas State men’s basketball team (1-0, 0-0 SBC) erased a seven-point second half deficit to take down Ohio (0-1, 0-0 MAC) in an 89-85 victory on Monday night at The Convocation Center.
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Sheriff’s race develops on first day of candidate filing
Previously announced candidate Jason Allen as well as Randy Eggers file as Republican candidates for Sheriff
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Annie Camp Junior High EAST students prepare for 2025 EAST Feast
Annie Camp Junior High School EAST students are beginning preparations for the annual EAST Feast in December.
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7th suspect arrested in connection with downtown Jonesboro fight
Another person has been arrested in connection with October’s downtown Jonesboro fight, making it the seventh arrest in the investigation.
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Parkinson Voice Project ‘Speak Out!’ seeking participants; free speech therapy
The Department of Communication Disorders at Arkansas State University is the Speak Out! Therapy and Research Center in the state.
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Pets of the Week Nov. 3
JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present “Pets of the Week.” We will feature a handful of animals each week.
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Craighead County to honor veterans through Operation Green Light
Craighead County is joining counties across the state and nation in participating in the National Association of Counties' Operation Green Light campaign, a visible effort to honor and support veterans.
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ROTC to induct 3 members into Hall of Heroes during 29th annual ceremony
The Department of Military Science at Arkansas State University will induct three new members into the ROTC Hall of Heroes during its 29th annual ceremony.
