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Fifth consecutive Big Squirrel Challenge held at Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center in Jonesboro

Crowley's Ridge Nature Center Big Squirrel Challenge

The challenge was part of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s statewide event, bringing together hunters from across the region to celebrate Arkansas’ outdoor traditions.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, News

Pets of the Week – Jan. 12

a white/tan dog (left) and a gray cat (right) for adoption

JRN has partnered with area animal shelters to present "Pets of the Week"

5 days ago in Lifestyle

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

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Oregon QB Dante Moore says he’ll return to the Ducks rather than declare for the NFL draft

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Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to the Ducks next season rather than declare for the NFL draft. Moore, 20, announced his decision on Wednesday on ESPN.

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Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March

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The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday that Dell Curry — the father of Stephen and Seth Curry — will get his No. 30 retired in a ceremony on March 19 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.

3 hours ago in Crime, Government & Politics, News, Sports & Outdoors

Stearns selected as Jonesboro Parks director

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As director of Parks and Recreation, Stearns will manage a staff of approximately 160 full and part-time employees and an additional 50 seasonal staffers.

8 hours ago in Sports

Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado in a deal with the Cardinals

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade Tuesday with the St. Louis Cardinals, adding an accomplished veteran to a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time since a surprise World Series run in 2023.

24 hours ago in Education, Lifestyle, News, Sports & Outdoors

Fifth consecutive Big Squirrel Challenge held at Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center in Jonesboro

The challenge was part of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s statewide event, bringing together hunters from across the region to celebrate Arkansas’ outdoor traditions.

2 days ago in Sports

Stafford’s late TD pass to Parkinson lifts the Rams past the Panthers 34-31 in tense playoff opener

Puka Nacua stepped into the huddle with the Los Angeles Rams trailing by four with 2:38 left, the home crowd roaring and his team's season on the line. He never thought twice about losing. "Never a doubt — No. 9 is with us," Nacau said with a wide smile in reference to the team's 37-year-old All-Pro quarterback, Matthew Stafford.

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Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers

Caleb Williams dropped back, pump-faked and found DJ Moore wide open down the sideline for the go-ahead touchdown. His latest clutch throw propelled the Chicago Bears to yet another improbable comeback win and kept their breakout season going for at least another round of the postseason.

2 days ago in Sports

Purdy, 49ers eliminate defending Super Bowl champion Eagles with 23-19 win in wild-card game

Brock Purdy threw a go-ahead 4-yard touchdown pass to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter, San Francisco used a trick play on a TD toss from Jennings to McCaffrey, and the 49ers eliminated the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles with a 23-19 wild-card victory Sunday.

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Danish official says there’s a ‘fundamental disagreement’ with Trump over Greenland

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A top Danish official said Wednesday that a "fundamental disagreement" over Greenland remains with President Donald Trump after holding highly anticipated White House talks with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns

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The State Department said Wednesday it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia and Somalia, whose nationals the Trump administration has deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.

8 hours ago in National

Luxury retailer Saks seeks bankruptcy protection overwhelmed by debt

The owner of Saks Fifth Avenue is seeking bankruptcy protection, buffeted by rising competition and the massive debt it took on to buy its rival in the luxury sector, Neiman Marcus, just over a year ago.

8 hours ago in World

Iran signals fast trials and executions for protesters as crackdown death toll exceeds 2,500

Iran's judiciary head said Wednesday there would be fast trials and executions ahead for suspects detained in nationwide protests despite a warning from U.S. President Donald Trump.

8 hours ago in National

Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good’s death

Federal officers dropped tear gas and sprayed eye irritant at activists Tuesday during another day of confrontations in Minneapolis, while students miles away walked out of a suburban school to protest the Trump administration's bold immigration sweeps.

1 day ago in National

Bringing charges against the Fed: What we do (and don’t) know

President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated his confrontation with the Federal Reserve, his Justice Department investigating and threatening a criminal indictment of the independent central bank and serving it with subpoenas.

2 days ago in World

Trump says Iran wants to negotiate as the death toll in protests rises to at least 572

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran wants to negotiate with Washington after his threat to strike the Islamic Republic over its crackdown on protesters, a move coming as activists said Monday that the death toll in nationwide demonstrations rose to at least 572.

2 days ago in National

George Floyd and Renee Good: 5 years between Minneapolis videos, and confusion has increased

Five years ago, video images from a Minneapolis street showing a police officer kneeling on the neck of George Floyd as his life slipped away ignited a social movement. Now, videos from another Minneapolis street showing the last moments of Renee Good's life are central to another debate about law enforcement in America.

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The Systems Group expands Northeast Arkansas presence with Jonesboro facility

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Google street view of Life strategies building

The group will occupy the recently closed Life Strategies Counseling building

3 hours ago in Crime, Government & Politics, News, Sports & Outdoors

Stearns selected as Jonesboro Parks director

As director of Parks and Recreation, Stearns will manage a staff of approximately 160 full and part-time employees and an additional 50 seasonal staffers.

5 hours ago in Government & Politics, News

Fatal accident involving two semi-trucks blocks traffic in Jonesboro

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The area will be blocked until the scene can be cleared by emergency crews.

6 hours ago in Government & Politics, News

Which candidates will be on the primary ballots in Craighead County?

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a man holds a pen to paper in front of a white sign that says vote with an american flag on it

As the primary elections draw closer, JRN has compiled a list of candidates that will appear on Craighead County ballots.

8 hours ago in News

Jonesboro chapter celebrates Phi Beta Sigma’s 112th Founders’ Day, installs new officers

group photo of fraternity dressed in blue

Nu Tau Sigma, the Jonesboro chapter of Phi Beta Sigma, commemorated the fraternity’s 112th Founders’ Day.

24 hours ago in Education, Lifestyle, News, Sports & Outdoors

Fifth consecutive Big Squirrel Challenge held at Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center in Jonesboro

The challenge was part of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s statewide event, bringing together hunters from across the region to celebrate Arkansas’ outdoor traditions.

Entertainment

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Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

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Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.

8 hours ago in Entertainment

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

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