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Helicopter called to 2-vehicle crash in Craighead County

A helicopter was called to the scene of a crash in rural Craighead County Friday afternoon.

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Jackson’s 31-point performance fuels Red Wolves in win at Louisiana

The win marks the first time A-State has won back-to-back road games versus the Ragin’ Cajuns and ties the program record for road wins in a season.

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Arts & Culture
23 hours ago
Jonesboro library hosting various events in March

Several events are scheduled through March at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

Education
1 day ago
Nancy Benson Ward establishes endowed scholarship to honor late brother

A $100,000 gift from Nancy Benson Ward will support future veterinary students at Arkansas State University through the newly established Dr. Bill W. Benson Memorial Scholarship.

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Education
1 day ago
Jonesboro High School becomes first in NEA to install “NextGrad” college kiosk

Students leaving the Jonesboro High School cafeteria are now being greeted by a new digital window into their future.

Business
1 day ago
Winners of 24th Annual Delta Awards announced

The 24th Annual Delta Awards, in recognition of tourism excellence in Eastern Arkansas, were presented at Cooper Alumni Center on campus at Arkansas State University. 

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Education
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Gov. Sanders appoints Heather Maxey to ASU System Board of Trustees 

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Heather Maxey of Mountain Home to a seven-year term on the Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees.

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Food
1 day ago
Arkansas ranks 3rd in nation for highest grocery spending; Jonesboro shoppers feel the strain

According to data released by WalletHub, Arkansas ranks third in the nation for the highest percentage of income spent on groceries.

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