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4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Paramount and Warner Bros are now one Hollywood giant: Skydance. Here’s how we got here

It's official: Skydance-owned Paramount has closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The companies completed the deal on Tuesday, ushering in a new Hollywood giant with the now shorter "Skydance" nametag.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

One income, two retirements: How couples can protect their future

For a lot of people, a one-size-fits-all retirement plan just doesn't fit. Their family circumstances call for a more custom-made approach.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Jannik Sinner to miss the rest of the year due to knee inflammation

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner announced he will be out for the rest of the year as he continues to deal with an injured knee. Sinner has not played since July when he beat Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon final. He withdrew from the U.S. Open because of a right knee injury.

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Northbound Lanes of U.S. 63/63B Blocked Due to Accident

The northbound lanes at an intersection are blocked due to an accident, according to Jonesboro E911 dispatch.

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Panda Express Coming to Paragould

Haag Brown announces new restaurant for former Starbucks location along West Kingshighway

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Trumann Man Accused of Breaking into Jonesboro Home and Assaulting Woman

A Trumann man is behind bars after police said he broke into a Jonesboro home, assaulted a woman, and returned days later to attempt to force his way inside again.

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SHARP PHO Names Katie Prescott as Next CEO

Prescott has served as General Counsel for SHARP (St. Bernards Healthcare Associated Regional Providers) since April 2021, drafting and reviewing all legal documents, counseling on legal compliance and providing strategic advisement.

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Dr. William McLean Appointed Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor at A-State

Arkansas State University Chancellor Dr. Calvin White Jr. has announced the permanent appointment of Dr. William McLean as provost and executive vice chancellor.

Road closure sign: orange barricade with traffic cones and a bold 'ROAD CLOSURE' text overlay; logo in the top-right corner.

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Part of Main Street in Downtown Jonesboro to Close Monday

A temporary road closure will be in effect on Main Street in downtown Jonesboro Monday night.

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‘Turning Hope into Real Change’: NEA Community Walks to End Alzheimer’s

Families, friends, and local businesses hit the pavement Saturday to raise funds and awareness at Northeast Arkansas's annual Walk to End Alzheimer's.

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Jackson Joins NYITCOM at A-State Clinical Medicine Faculty

Becomes first alumnus to serve as full-time faculty member

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The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas Announces Housing Development for Adults with Disabilities

The Village of TLC will feature 20 accessible apartments designed to provide residents with the opportunity to live as independently as possible while remaining connected to the services and support they need.

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Beignets & Brew Opens First Jonesboro Location

The new Sweet Spot marks the brand’s second Arkansas location and the first Beignets & Brew for franchisees Cody & Kristen McPherson.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Olympics, Trending

Brisbane 2032 launches a cockatoo emblem for Olympics and Paralympics after an accidental leak

The cockatoo has won out over the kangaroo, the koala and the bin chicken to become the emblem of the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics — after a bit of an embarrassing social media leak.

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Martinez-Jaramillo Secures Runner-Up Finish as A-State Posts Strong Performance at CBU Invitational

Carlo Martinez-Jaramillo and Erika Krueger recorded top-five finishes and seven Red Wolves secured personal bests as Arkansas State cross country competed at the CBU Invitational on Saturday morning at the Shelby Farms Cross Country Course.

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Study Ranks Arkansas 8th in the U.S. for Rising Mortgage Interest Rates

A new study shows mortgage interest rates are up for Arkansas substantially compared to most of the nation.

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Dedication Ceremony of Dash Goff Equine Center – Nodouble Barn Next Week

Students at the College of Veterinary Medicine have a new learning tool they will use for hands-on learning at Arkansas State University.  

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Arvest Foundation Awards $4K Grant to Nettleton’s University Heights School of Medical Arts

The grant will be used to fund the school’s participation in The Amazing Shake and Global Amazing Shake competitions.

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Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Comes to Jonesboro Next Spring

Every possession turns into showtime bringing the fun, joy and history only the Globetrotters can deliver.

More than 3,000 people attended Saturday’s event at Cavenaugh CDJR, where 20-year-old ASU freshman Cayden Stevenson won his first vehicle ever.

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20-Year-Old Jonesboro Man Wins Jeep Wrangler in 26th Annual Giveaway

Jonesboro’s Cayden Stevenson takes home a 2025 Jeep Wrangler after thousands gathered for the 10-week promotion finale.

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22 hours ago in News, Sports

Red Wolves Clinch Sun Belt West Division Title in Five-Set Thriller Versus Troy

Arkansas State volleyball (15-8, 11-1 SBC) withstood strong competition from Troy (13-8, 8-4 SBC) and clinched the Sun Belt West Division title in a 3-2 (25-18, 23-25, 25-18, 23-25, 15-9) thriller on Saturday afternoon inside First National Bank Arena.

2 days ago in News, Sports

A-State Extends Winning Streak With Four-Set Win Over Troy

As a team, A-State hit .309 in the match and tallied 57 kills alongside 54 assists, 59 digs and 11 total blocks.

2 days ago in News, Sports

Valley View Wins Fox Football Faceoff Vote, Nettleton Takes 6-0 Victory on the Field

Blazer fans earn $250 for athletic booster club as the season-long promotion heads into its regular-season finale