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3 weeks ago

A-State Men Drop Matchup at Georgia State

Arkansas State men’s basketball fell in an 82-81 decision at Georgia State

3 weeks ago

Northeast Arkansas Snow Days

JonesboroRightNow is featuring snow day photos from user submissions.

3 weeks ago

A-State women’s basketball game against James Madison delayed indefinitely

The game was originally scheduled for Sat. Jan. 24 with tip-off at 11 a.m.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE | Free rides to Jonesboro warming centers not affected by JET closure

Despite Jonesboro Economic Transit (JET) services closing, rides to warming centers will not be affected.

3 weeks ago

Closures happening across Jonesboro in response to winter weather

Multiple services are announcing closures or reduced hours in response to severe winter weather moving through the area.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE | Power outages in Craighead County

Due to the winter storm, some in Northeast Arkansas found themselves without power on Saturday Morning.

3 weeks ago

Craighead County, Jonesboro agencies preparing for winter weather

Agencies across Jonesboro are preparing for incoming winter weather and say they are ready for whatever happens.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE | Warming shelters open across Craighead County

As temperatures plunge this week, warming shelters will be open across Jonesboro.

3 weeks ago

Lake City Animal Control officer accused of injuring multiple dogs, filing a false report

Cameron Tyler Casey, 34, appeared before District Judge David Boling on Jan. 23, who found probable cause to charge him.

3 weeks ago

Sanders deploys nearly 170 guardsmen in preparation for winter storm in Arkansas

The Arkansas National Guard will staff 28 winter weather response teams to assist Arkansas State Police.

3 weeks ago

New Jonesboro Parks director promises ‘accountability trail’ for youth sports funds

Jim Stearns was named director of the department on Jan. 14, a few weeks after former director Danny Kapales resigned from the position.

3 weeks ago

UPDATE | Winter storm warning: Snow begins tonight, 5-8 inches forecasted for Jonesboro

Craighead County remains under the threat of severe winter weather heading into this weekend.

3 weeks ago

Second-Half Surge Propels A-State Men to Victory

Senior guard Jalen Hampton posted his second double-double of the 2025-26 campaign and led Arkansas State men’s basketball to an impressive 85-68 win at Georgia Southern

4 weeks ago

Craighead County: Tips to prepare for winter weather

As essential services prepare for winter weather in Craighead County, below are some tips and tricks for the cold.

4 weeks ago

State of emergency declared before winter storm by governor

The executive order authorizes $250,000 from the Governor's Disaster Response and Recovery Fund.

4 weeks ago

Craighead County under winter storm warning

Craighead County has been placed under a winter storm warning that becomes effective Friday.

4 weeks ago

Arkansas Department of Transportation crews poised and ready for statewide winter storm

Arkansas is expecting to see a significant winter weather event – which will include significant snowfall, sleet, freezing rain, and ice – that is expected to arrive Friday afternoon.

4 weeks ago

Jonesboro man accused of stealing truck, sharing stolen cash with friends during weekend spree

Police said over $5,000 worth of items were taken along with the vehicle.

4 weeks ago

Five Red Wolves hit double digits in 84-55 win over Old Dominion

Arkansas State locked down Old Dominion to just 25 percent shooting Wednesday to surge to the 84-55 win in First National Bank Arena.

4 weeks ago

ASK THE EXPERT | Chris West Plumbing offers tips to protect your home during winter weather

Frozen pipes can eventually burst and cause major damage to your home.

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3 days ago in Entertainment, Sports

Taylor Swift rumors spiked ticket sales for Pebble Beach golf tournament

Pebble Beach had an extra buzz Friday morning with rumors swirling in the cool Pacific breeze Swift would be there to watch her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, playing in the PGA Tour event that combines corporate CEOs and celebrities with golf's best.

3 days ago in Entertainment

After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead

Eight hundred episodes, 37 seasons, and one four-fingered family that refuses to age. As "The Simpsons" hits a milestone few series have ever glimpsed this weekend, the architects behind Springfield are reflecting on the choices that turned crude 1987 shorts from "The Tracey Ullman Show" into a cultural juggernaut.

3 days ago in Education, Entertainment, News

A-State graduate finalist in intercollegiate broadcast competition  

Cutler holding a snake during her trip to Peru.

When Makenzie “Kenzi” Cutler was considering how to approach her semester class project, a documentary, she began thinking beyond the classroom and set her sights on the Amazon jungle.