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Sports
1 year ago
Jonesboro boys’ basketball defeats West Memphis 72-43

The Jonesboro Hurricanes varsity boys’ basketball team cruised to a 7-0 overall record after defeating the West Memphis Blue Devils on Tuesday at the Don Riggs Hurricane Gym.

Education
1 year ago
A-State audit reveals over $525,000 in “questionable payments” to international recruitment agents

An Arkansas State University internal audit revealed “questionable payments” exceeding $525,000 to international recruitment agents. 

Community
1 year ago
FSCIA needing toys for its 8th annual Christmas Toy Drive and Giveaway

Local nonprofit Fisher Street Community in Action (FSCIA) needs toy donations as it holds its 8th annual Christmas Toy Drive and Giveaway. 

Education
1 year ago
A-State announces Fall Commencement information

Approximately 2,000 students are on track to receive their degrees at the Fall Commencement ceremony this Saturday.

Food
1 year ago
FSCIA helping feed those in need through Free Soup Wednesdays

The Fisher Street Community in Action (FSCIA) started serving free soup every Wednesday to combat hunger in Jonesboro.

Sports
1 year ago
A-State Baseball prospect showcase announced for January

Arkansas State baseball head coach Mike Silva announced Tuesday the date and times for an upcoming winter camp at Tomlinson Stadium-Slayton Family Field.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
City of Jonesboro awarded Justice Assistance Grant over $39,000

Grant funds will be used to purchase new, in-vehicle laptops, printers, and scanners for the traffic division of the Jonesboro Police Department. Additionally, funding will assist in improving the department’s fitness facility.

Arts & Entertainment
1 year ago
A-State takes home awards in Jonesboro Christmas Parade

Arkansas State University was awarded first place for the Sound of the Natural State in the band competition and second place in the float competition in the 77th annual Jonesboro Christmas Parade.

News
1 year ago
Trial set for dispute over old Citizens Bank building

Arguments over contracts regarding the Citizens Bank property will be heard next year, a judge ruled Wednesday.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Second arrest made in connection with shooting involving Poinsett Co. judge

The Poinsett County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest related to the shooting incident involving Judge Ron Hunter.