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UPDATE | Nettleton STEAM Precautionary Lockdown Lifted Following Shots-Heard Report; Three Suspects Detained
The precautionary lockdown at Nettleton STEAM was lifted Tuesday afternoon after police successfully detained a third and final suspect connected to a nearby incident.
Nothin’ Fancy Returns to Bluegrass Monday Stage on Oct. 26
The concert is part of the Bluegrass Monday concert series presented by KASU 91.9 FM.
Collum and Madigan Earn Sun Belt Player of the Week Honors
Arkansas State volleyball right-side hitter Addison Collum and setter Erin Madigan earned Sun Belt Conference weekly honors following standout performances on Oct. 16 and 17 at Georgia Southern.
Jonesboro Man Accused of Peering into Child’s Bedroom Window, Held on $200K Bond
A Jonesboro man is being held on a $200,000 cash/surety bond after police said he was caught on home security cameras repeatedly looking into the bedroom window of a child.
2 weeks ago in World
Curfews bring calm to Paris as France cracks down on weekend rioters
Paris returned to calm on Tuesday after its first quiet night since a weekend marred by France's worst rioting in years, as authorities imposed curfews in several cities in an effort to prevent another round of rioting and looting.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘The Simpsons’ resurrects Apu after nearly a decade of silence
Across 38 seasons of "The Simpsons," the Halloween-themed "Treehouse of Horror" episodes have always been a treat of spooky stand-alone storylines. On Sunday, the show surprised viewers with a major resurrection: Apu, the beloved Kwik-E-Mart operator who had not been heard for the better part of a decade, spoke once again in Springfield.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Díaz, Caminero and Peralta lead Rays to 7-3 win over Guardians and a trip to the World Series
Yandy Díaz's bat backed up his boast, and the Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series again. Díaz and Junior Caminero each hit a two-run homer, Freddy Peralta pitched 5 1/3 gritty innings and the Rays beat the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series on Monday night to win their third pennant in 29 seasons as a major league franchise.
Two Arrested, Face Felony Charges After Westwood Drive Shooting
Two Jonesboro men are facing felony charges following a Friday shooting on Westwood Drive that left a juvenile wounded.
Three More Greene County Jail Employees Fired Following September Inmate Death, Bringing Total to 12
Greene County Sheriff Brad Snyder has announced the termination of three additional detention center employees in connection to the September death of 18-year-old inmate Atiyana Willis.
Sheriff Explains Misdemeanor Charges in GCT Probe While School District Stays Silent on Discipline
In the wake of harassment citations issued in the Greene County Tech locker room investigation, local law enforcement is clarifying the legal limits of the charges, while the school district declined to comment on player discipline.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Florida is No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25 men’s poll as Duke, Illini also receive first-place votes
Florida will start the men's college basketball season where it ended it two seasons ago: No. 1. The Gators were the overwhelming pick to top the preseason AP Top 25 on Monday, receiving 47 of the 59 first-place votes from a panel of national media.
2 weeks ago in National
Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death
Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, AP source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Monday.
Jonesboro’s Public Transit System to Offer Free Rides to Early Vote
Voters wanting to cast their ballots early can catch a free ride to the Craighead County Election Annex with Jonesboro's public transit system.
‘Looking Ahead with Vision’: Jonesboro Leaders to Explore Innovation, Leadership, and the Future of Northeast Arkansas
The event will bring together leaders from local government, higher education, and community development to explore how leadership, innovation, community investment, and education can work together to shape the future of Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas.
Taylor and Ferguson Earn Preseason All-SBC Honors; Red Wolves Picked First in Preseason Poll
Arkansas State men’s basketball guards Layne Taylor and Tameron Ferguson were named to the Preseason All-Sun Belt Second Team, and the Red Wolves were picked first in the preseason coaches poll, the league announced Monday.
Man Accused of Sending Death Threats to Victim, Calling During Paragould Police Interview
A man faces a felony charge after Paragould police said he continually called a victim and sent text messages threatening to kill them and later confessed when he called the victim during a police interview.
Crislyn Rose Named Preseason Player of the Year, Red Wolves Selected Third
Arkansas State’s fourth year guard Crislyn Rose was recognized with the Sun Belt’s Preseason Player of the Year award and Preseason First Team All-Sun Belt. The Red Wolves were also voted third in the Preseason Coaches’ Poll.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
6 ways to plan fall and holiday travel after the hottest summer on record
Vogo reports that over 70% of U.S. travelers plan to adjust their fall and holiday trips to avoid extreme heat, focusing on cooler destinations and budgeting for comfort.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Rasmussen shines as Rays beat Guardians 3-1 in Game 5 to take a 3-2 ALCS lead
Tampa Bay's Jonny DeLuca figured it was going to be a quiet day for the outfielders with Drew Rasmussen on the mound for Game 5 of the AL Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians.
