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Arkansas State Police Say Don’t Risk it on 4/20: Drive High or Get a DWI
On “4/20” — a day associated with marijuana — some might observe increased marijuana use. But no matter the day, the message is the same: If You Feel Different, You Drive Different. Drive High, Get A DWI.
Jury Finds Paragould Man Guilty of 10 Counts of Distributing, Possessing, or Viewing Matter Depicting Sexually Explicit Conduct of a Child
A Paragould man was found guilty of 10 counts of distributing, possessing, or viewing matter depicting sexually explicit conduct of a child by a Greene County jury.
3 weeks ago in National
Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.
3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods
Rory McIlroy is the Masters champion again, this time without falling to his knees on the 18th green and sobbing over finally achieving his lifelong dream.
3 weeks ago in Sports
NBA play-in games are set: Heat-Hornets, Magic-76ers, Suns-Blazers, Clippers-Warriors
The play-in tournament field is set, and just like that the postseason has arrived in the NBA. First up: an elimination game in Charlotte. The ninth-place Hornets will take on the 10th-place Miami Heat on Tuesday night (7:30 p.m. Eastern) in a win-or-go-home game to open the play-in tournament.
3 weeks ago in Music, Lifestyle
It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show
Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Britney Spears enters substance abuse treatment facility weeks after her arrest on suspicion of DUI
Britney Spears has entered a substance abuse treatment facility just over a month after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Ovechkin response to fans’ request for 1 more year: ‘I’ll think about it’
If this was indeed the final home game of Alex Ovechkin's sensational NHL career, the Washington Capitals star collected enough memories to take him deep into retirement. From the opening faceoff to the celebratory post-game skate in which he waved gratefully to the adoring fans, Ovechkin enjoyed one heck of a day. Best of all, the Capitals won Sunday to remain in the playoff hunt.
3 weeks ago in Features, Trending
Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity
Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.
Craighead County Issues Burn Ban Due to Increased Fire Hazard
The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning until further notice.
Nettleton High School EAST Students to Host 10th Touch a Truck Event
"The vehicles themselves, the children are able to touch them. They get to learn about them, go inside them, depending on what it is, and really just enjoy it," said NHS EAST student Avery Sample.
Ollie’s Announces Openings in Jonesboro and Paragould
A grand opening celebration has been set for Ollie's locations in Jonesboro and Paragould for April 22 at 9 a.m.
Red Wolves Salvage Finale, Show Fight Against No. 11 Coastal Carolina
Five-run fifth inning powers Arkansas State past nationally ranked Chanticleers after two late-game losses
Winners of Porchlight Film Festival Hosted in Downtown Jonesboro Announced
The winners of the Porchlight Film Festival were announced during a ceremony Sunday that concluded the three-day celebration of all things movies.
Salary policy up for second reading at Quorum Court meeting
A private club permit application is also on Monday night's agenda
Beautiful Saturday contributes to successful events
Several fun events were held on Saturday across the area
Bono man killed in crash on I-57 in Jackson County
David Roberts was killed, Angela Roberts was injured in the single-vehicle accident
A-State Bowling ends season at NCAA Final Four
No. 2 Vanderbilt and No. 5 Wichita State downed the third-ranked Arkansas State women’s bowling team Friday
Students’ Commitment Honored at Here2Hired Signing Day Hosted by Jonesboro Unlimited
Here2Hired was designed by Jonesboro Unlimited to strengthen the region’s workforce pipeline by connecting graduating seniors with career opportunities.
$250K Bond Set for West Memphis Sex Offender Accused of Repeatedly Failing to Register
A West Memphis sex offender is being held on a $250,000 cash/surety bond after police said he failed to register his address and comply with reporting requirements following his release from custody last July.
