News » Page 7

2 weeks ago in

BA Eats Closes Southwest Drive Location, Consolidates Operations to The Yard

In a statement released Wednesday, the local eatery cited rises in rent, food costs, and labor expenses as the primary factors driving the closure.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

John Legend on Pharrell’s musical push, Jay-Z’s praise and new creative challenges with ‘Muse’

Jay-Z once told John Legend, "You're our voice." But Pharrell Williams had another idea for Legend's signature baritone: Sometimes, let it do more talking than singing.

2 weeks ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

2 weeks ago in

GOJO Expands its Fleet with Buses with Improved Driver Safety, Passenger Loading Features

GOJO, the public transportation system of Jonesboro, has recently new received new ADA-compliant buses along its regular route services.

2 weeks ago in , Mark Rees – Owner, Rees Law Firm

THE EXPERT | What Does ‘Joint Custody’ Actually Mean in Arkansas?

Rees Law Firm offers this overview of what parents should know about child custody in Arkansas.

2 weeks ago in

Two Men Face Felony Charges Following Tuesday Incident Near Nettleton STEAM

Two Jonesboro men are behind bars following an investigation into a "shots heard" report Tuesday afternoon that prompted a precautionary lockdown at the Nettleton STEAM school.

2 weeks ago in

Arvest Bank Warns About Bank Impersonator Scams

Arvest Bank is warning customers about the rise of impersonator scams following the release of the Federal Trade Commission’s latest data.

2 weeks ago in

ROTC at A-State to Induct Three Members into Hall of Heroes in 32nd Annual Ceremony

The Department of Military Science at Arkansas State University will induct three members into the ROTC Hall of Heroes during its 32nd annual ceremony.  

2 weeks ago in

THE SPOTLIGHT | Red Wolf Alum Liam Hicks Heads to the World Series

For the first time in program history, Arkansas State will have an alumnus appear in the Major League Baseball (MLB) World Series championship with Rays catcher Liam Hicks.

2 weeks ago in

Jonesboro City Council Declines Private Club Permit for Proposed Restaurant Near Math and Science School

The ordinance had a 6-5 split vote from the council (with one member absent), halting plans to bring a full-service steak and seafood restaurant to a lot at 2740 N. Church St. that has sat vacant for over 30 years.

2 weeks ago in

A-State Announces 2026 Homecoming Court; King, Queen to Be Crowned Saturday

Five women and five men, all nominated by the student body, will represent the university on the Homecoming court.

2 weeks ago in

Sixth Annual Jonesboro Oktoberfest Raises Funds for All Saints Classical Lutheran School

The evening celebrated German culture with live music, traditional food, and games, serving as a primary annual fundraiser for All Saints Classical Lutheran School.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume

Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.

2 weeks ago in

A-State Student Research Paper Wins First Place at Regional SWAAG Conference

SWAAG is a regional conference for geographers from Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma and Mexico.

2 weeks ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

2 weeks ago in Sports

LeBron James is set to open his 24th season in New York when his 76ers visit the Knicks

There was a plausible scenario where LeBron James would open his record 24th NBA season at Madison Square Garden — only in a New York Knicks uniform. His agent, Rich Paul, said over the summer the Knicks would have been James' first choice in free agency had New York not won its first NBA championship since 1973 last season.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Eagles are not being punished for handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood clots, AP source says

The Philadelphia Eagles are not being disciplined for how they handled quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clots, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

John Turturro, thief of New York characters, stars in ‘The Only Living Pickpocket in New York’

John Turturro grew up in Hollis, Queens, and has lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn, since 1988. Through his life as a New Yorker, his most reliable reservoir of inspiration has been the sidewalks and subway cars around him.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS

Christina Applegate, who has candidly shared raw details about her journey with multiple sclerosis for years, revealed Monday her doctor says she doesn't have the autoimmune disease and was misdiagnosed.

image of fireman putting out fire with Burn Ban in foreground

2 weeks ago in

Craighead County Placed Under Burn Ban

A burn ban has been issued for Craighead County effective immediately and until further notice.

This Week in Jonesboro

Recent Headlines

57 minutes ago in News, Sports

A-State Falls in Hard-Fought Matchup Versus Ragin’ Cajuns, 2-1

Fresh

Kennedy Horn was responsible for the Scarlet & Black’s lone goal in the contest while Maddy Tapley led the team with three shots.

2 hours ago in Sports

Christian Walker, Matt Olson win 4th Gold Gloves and Wilyer Abreu gets his 3rd

Fresh

First basemen Christian Walker of Houston and Matt Olson of Atlanta won their fourth Gold Gloves on Sunday while Boston right fielder Wilyer Abreu won the fielding honor for the third year in a row.

2 hours ago in Entertainment

Holiday gifts for movie lovers, from Robert Pattinson nesting dolls to a podcast’s perfume

Let's start with the bad news: That A24 Dior T-shirt that you may have seen on Robert Pattinson and Sabrina Carpenter? It's not for sale. But you know what is? A nesting-doll set featuring Pattinson's A24 movie characters, from "Primetime" and "The Drama" to "The Lighthouse" and "Good Time."