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Alpha Gamma Delta donates $10K to provide food for those facing food insecurity in Craighead
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas was awarded a $10,000 grant from the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation to provide and distribute fresh produce to neighbors facing food insecurity and hunger in Craighead County.
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Bill and Alice Nix Farm Day set for Saturday in Jonesboro
Arkansas State University will celebrate the rich history of agriculture in the state at the annual Bill and Alice Nix Farm Day, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Judd Hill Farmers’ Market.
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Daylight Saving Time to end soon
It’s almost time to fall back with Daylight Saving Time (DST) coming to an end.
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Delta Center and A-State launch NEA Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy
Arkansas State University's Delta Center for Economic Development and the College of Liberal Arts and Communication announced Tuesday the launch of the Northeast Arkansas Regional Leadership Accelerator Academy.
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A-State soccer makes venue change to Wednesday match due to weather
Arkansas State women's soccer has announced that Wednesday's match against Coastal Carolina has been moved to Blazer Field at Valley View High School on due to projected weather and current field conditions.
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St. Bernards Foundation’s 6th annual Wings and Clays event scheduled
The St. Bernards Foundation has added a dinner to its list of activities at its sixth annual Wings and Clays event, benefiting the St. Bernards Heart Care Center.
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Sociology and Criminology Association to host West Memphis Three panel discussion
A panel discussion presented by the Sociology and Criminology Association will be held on campus at Arkansas State University and will include attorneys who defended the three men known as the West Memphis Three.
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Abigail Spain, CJ Sterrett crowned A-State Homecoming Queen and King
Arkansas State University wrapped up Homecoming festivities on Saturday night with the crowning of Homecoming King and Queen.
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November Neighborhood Cleanup in Jonesboro relocated
November's Neighborhood Cleanup has been relocated, the City of Jonesboro announced Tuesday.
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Downtown Jonesboro roads to be closed for JPD Trunk or Treat event
Multiple roads in downtown Jonesboro will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, Oct. 29, for the Jonesboro Police Department's Trunk or Treat Block Party.
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Man accused of sexual assault in Lake City
A man is facing a felony charge after law enforcement said he entered a Craighead County home and repeatedly asked two victims to perform sexual acts.
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A-State alumni and biotech leaders secure $3M NIH grant
Arkansas State University is celebrating a major milestone achieved by alumni.
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Pets of the Week Oct. 27
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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Red Wolves finish play at Destination Orlando
The sixth-ranked Arkansas State women's bowling team finished out competition at Destination Orlando, finishing 16th among 24 teams.
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UPDATE | Shooting reported on Airport Road
One person was taken to an area hospital following an apparent shooting at the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1991
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A-State Football defeats Georgia Southern, 34-24
A-State rushes for 266 yards and four touchdowns en route to defeating the Eagles on a rainy night in Jonesboro
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Griffin MBA student at A-State earns prestigious PMP® certification
Maliha Razvi Ali, a Master of Business Administration student in the Neil Griffin College of Business at Arkansas State University, has achieved a major milestone in her academic and professional journey.
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New Brookland intermediate school ‘starting to take shape,’ on track for 2026 opening
Construction on Brookland Public School’s new intermediate school is moving forward, with its opening date looking to be on track.
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2 additional people arrested in connection with downtown Jonesboro fight
Two more people have been arrested in connection with a fight in downtown Jonesboro that occurred earlier this month.
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A-State announces plans for baseball ‘Player Development Center’ facility
The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Friday that plans are proceeding with the construction of a proposed 40,000 square-foot baseball Player Development Center that will overlook right field at Tomlinson Stadium and Slayton Family Field.
