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May Neighborhood Cleanup Scheduled in Jonesboro
Jonesboro's next Neighborhood Cleanup is scheduled for early May.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Taylor Swift files 3 new trademark applications. One expert says it is to curb AI threats
Taylor Swift filed three new trademark applications with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, a move one legal expert theorizes it is to protect her voice and image from potential misuse through artificial intelligence.
5 days ago in Sports
Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015
Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.
5 days ago in Sports
NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season
The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season — a much-expected development that's been in the works for years.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby
Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.
5 days ago in National
Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.
Top Sciences and Mathematics Students Named during Convocation of Scholars
The Beck College of Sciences and Mathematics at Arkansas State University recognized its most outstanding graduating students during the 2025-26 academic year.
School Closings
Some schools have announced early dismissals in response to incoming severe weather.
Hope Found of Northeast Arkansas’s Annual Ride Against Trafficking Scheduled
Motorcyclists, bikers and Jeep drivers can soon ride to help end human trafficking.
Public Storm Shelters in Craighead County and Paragould
JRN has compiled a list of public storm shelters across Craighead County and Paragould.
National Weather Service Places Craighead County Under Tornado Watch
The watch is in effect until 10 p.m. and includes nine other counties in NEA.
A-State Athletics Launches Volleyball and Basketball 2026-27 Season Ticket Renewal Process, New Tickets on Sale Now
The Arkansas State University Athletics Department announced Monday that it has launched its 2026-27 season ticket renewal process for volleyball and basketball.
Craighead County Road Work Delayed Due to Weather Conditions
The Craighead County Road Department is delaying road work on a county road due to weather conditions.
Harrisburg Senior Secures Over $6 Million in Scholarships, Chooses A-State
Klaire Harper recently earned acceptance to 87 colleges and universities across the country and has received over $6 million in scholarship offers.
ASU System Board of Trustees Appoints Broadway as Interim Three Rivers Chancellor
The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees Monday in a special meeting voted to appoint Shane Broadway, system vice president for university relations, to the additional role of interim chancellor of ASU Three Rivers.
6 days ago in Sports
Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead
Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there's little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.
6 days ago in Entertainment
Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said.
Craighead County Under Enhanced Thunderstorm Risk
According to the National Weather Service, Craighead and surrounding counties are under an enhanced risk for severe thunderstorms, thunderstorm wind, and excessive rainfall for Tuesday into the evening.
Library Clock Tower Lightings Will Celebrate A-State and Local 2026 Graduates
During the month of May, Arkansas State University will light the clock tower of Dean B. Ellis Library in special recognition of graduating students.
UPDATE | Tornado Warning for Southeastern Craighead County Cancelled
The tornado warning for southwestern Craighead and northeastern Poinsett counties has expired due to the tornado threat diminishing.
