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Elections
6 hours ago
Democrat Shamal Carter Takes Solo Stage in Arkansas District 36 Debate on ASU-TV

On Thursday night, what was billed as a political debate for the Arkansas House of Representatives District 36 race quickly transitioned into a solo town-hall-style forum.

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Weather Updates
6 hours ago
Craighead County Burn Ban Lifted Due to Rainfall

Due to the recent rainfall, conditions have improved, reducing the risk of wildfires and making it safe to resume controlled outdoor burning.

Sports
7 hours ago
Resilient Red Wolves Take Down Louisiana in Four Sets, 3-1

Despite facing late deficits in the third and fourth sets, Arkansas State volleyball (7-7, 3-0 SBC) mounted successful comebacks to defeat Louisiana (6-10, 1-2 SBC) by a score of 3-1 (25-16, 19-25, 27-25, 25-21) on Thursday night inside Earl K. Long Gym.

Crime & Safety
8 hours ago
Jonesboro Man Accused of Attacking Victim with Beer Bottle, Held on $250K Bond

A Jonesboro man is being held on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said he struck a victim with a beer bottle and beat them while on the ground, causing injury.

Weather Updates
9 hours ago
WEATHER OUTLOOK | Cooler Temperatures, Plenty of Sunshine in Craighead County Next Week

The first full week of October looks to be a good one in Craighead County, especially as many recover from the brutal heat wave that ended late last month.

Education
23 hours ago
Jonesboro Student at UCA Honored as Newman Civic Fellow

The Newman Civic Fellowship is a yearlong program that recognizes students who stand out for their leadership potential and commitment to creating positive change in communities.

News
24 hours ago
Founder of The Children’s Clinic, Dr. Charles ‘Pete’ Kemp, Passes Away at 97

Dr. Charles E. “Pete” Kemp, the founder of The Children’s Clinic in Jonesboro, passed away Thursday morning at St. Bernards Medical Center.

Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Rape Charges Dropped Against Jonesboro Man Over ‘Credibility Concerns’ Involving Victim’s Family

Court documents show that rape charges against a Jonesboro man have been dropped by prosecutors due to “credibility concerns” in regard to the victim’s family.

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