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News
1 month ago
Arkansas unemployment hits 4.2% but Jonesboro job growth outpaces state and nation, economist says

The dynamic of unemployment and employment numbers rising simultaneously is what economists call a “growing labor force.”

Education
1 month ago
A-State and campus community celebrate Black History Month 

In recognition of Black History Month, Arkansas State University will host several events to celebrate, commemorate and educate the campus community.

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Education
1 month ago
Arkansas State University’s enrollment growth continues into Spring 2026

Traditional, on-campus enrollment climbed to 8,141, an 8.4% increase from last year.

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Education
1 month ago
Brookland school district asks for 3.95-mill increase

The increase would be used to fund district facility improvements.

An A-State nursing student practices hands-on clinical skills during a simulation lab exercise.
Education
1 month ago
U.S. Sen. John Boozman secures $9 million for healthcare simulation expansion at Arkansas State University

The expansion will enable A-State to increase enrollment in its nursing and social work programs, strengthening the pipeline of clinic-ready professionals entering the workforce.

Education
1 month ago
Westside Consolidated School District not dismissing early on Thursday

Westside Consolidated School District students will no longer dismiss early on Thursday due to last week’s school closures.

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Back to School Guide
1 month ago
School Closings

Here’s an updated list of school closures and delayed starts for the area.

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Education
1 month ago
A-State vet school exploring potential partnership with ASU Beebe vet tech program

It is just one of many partnerships A-State is exploring for the CVM, which also includes area veterinarians, government agencies, and more.

Education
1 month ago
Arkansas State responds to recent reports of “hateful and deeply inappropriate behavior” on campus

A-State Chancellor Todd Shields released a statement Sunday evening in response to reports of “hateful and deeply inappropriate behavior” on campus.

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News
1 month ago
Area school leaders weigh Monday classes after weeklong weather shutdown

Leaders across Northeast Arkansas are spending Sunday closely monitoring road conditions as they consider whether classes can safely resume on Monday

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