Lifestyle
5 hours ago
ASK THE EXPERT: After the winter storm Roof Raiders is ready to help
After the recent winter storm that swept across our area, now is the time to check on the condition of your roof.
3 days ago
Community invited to help shape Jonesboro’s future
Plan Jonesboro kicks off with open house to be held on Feb. 12 at Earl Bell Community Center
4 days ago
Where are those darn keys? Tricks for remembering where you put things
With a scarf dangling from your coat pocket and those gloves left behind at the coffee shop, there are simply more things to lose in winter. That's not counting your misplaced keys at home or those exasperated moments looking for your phone when you say, "I just had it!"
5 days ago
Being a night owl may not be great for your heart but you can do something about it
Being a night owl can be bad for your heart. That may sound surprising but a large study found people who are more active late at night — when most of the population is winding down or already asleep — have poorer overall heart health than the average person.
5 days ago
Eating snow cones or snow cream can be a winter delight, if done safely
As the recent winter storm recedes, residents of lesser-affected areas might be tempted to whip up bowls of "snow cream" — snow combined with milk, sugar and vanilla — after seeing techniques demonstrated on TikTok. Others might want to try "sugar on snow," a taffy-like confection made by pouring hot maple syrup onto a plate of snow.
6 days ago
What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats
Southwest Airlines passengers made their final boarding-time scrambles for seats on Monday as the carrier prepared to end the open-seating system that distinguished it from other airlines for more than a half‑century.
6 days ago
Boot Barn announces Jonesboro location
The new store will be in the same center as Best Buy, which recently announced its return to Jonesboro.
6 days ago
ASK THE EXPERT | Prioritize Cardiovascular Health this February
In Northeast Arkansas, where heart disease remains the leading cause of death, awareness is more than a buzzword. It’s a necessity.
7 days ago
Shoveling snow? Over-exertion and cold temps can raise your heart risks
Pennsylvania health officials announced three snow-removal related deaths Sunday. All were between the ages of 60 to 84. The Lehigh County coroner's office cautioned people to take breaks and avoid over-exerting themselves.
1 week ago
Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are
Your watch says you had three hours of deep sleep. Should you believe it? Millions of people rely on phone apps and wearable devices like rings, smartwatches and sensors to monitor how well they're sleeping, but these trackers don't necessarily measure sleep directly.
1 week ago
Northeast Arkansas Snow Days
JonesboroRightNow is featuring snow day photos from user submissions.
1 week ago
What to know about FDA’s review of new Zyn advertising proposal
Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn, the flavored nicotine pouches that have generated billions in sales while going viral on social media.
1 week ago
New Jonesboro Parks director promises ‘accountability trail’ for youth sports funds
Jim Stearns was named director of the department on Jan. 14, a few weeks after former director Danny Kapales resigned from the position.
1 week ago
To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.
2 weeks ago
Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe. These dangers can include carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia and frozen pipes that can burst and make homes unlivable.
2 weeks ago
Updates presented on Jonesboro sports complex
Officials provided updates on the construction of the upcoming Ridge Athletics Center during Tuesday's city council meeting.
2 weeks ago
Best Buy returning to Jonesboro
A company spokesperson told JRN that they could confirm that Best Buy has plans to open later this year at 2010 Caraway Road.
2 weeks ago
This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model
For subscribers to The New York Times who are as interested in solving Wordle or filling in the crossword puzzle as in reading the latest political or business news, Wednesday is a big day.
2 weeks ago
Jonesboro community celebrates MLK Day with parade, program
Around 200 people braved the cold air Monday morning to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
3 weeks ago
Fifth consecutive Big Squirrel Challenge held at Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center in Jonesboro
The challenge was part of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s statewide event, bringing together hunters from across the region to celebrate Arkansas’ outdoor traditions.
