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Paragould Man Accused of Sexual Assault of Child, Arrested on $250K Bond
A Paragould man was arrested after police said he sexually assaulted a child between the ages of five and ten who was staying at his home.
Living Legends Honorees Named at Eighth Annual Event at A-State
More than 30 people have been honored as Living Legends since the award's inception in 2019.
Jonesboro Art Teachers Receive Awards from JUH Lions
The Jonesboro University Heights Lions Club recently presented three veteran art teachers with Dalstrom Distinguished Service Awards during school ceremonies.
5 hours ago in National
Takeaways from primaries featuring Spencer Pratt, a missing congressman and a rare Trump setback
Here are takeaways from primary elections Tuesday in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota.
5 hours ago in Entertainment
Lawyers for Lively and Baldoni battle in a New York court despite settling claims weeks ago
On Monday, lawyers for Blake Lively were back in court, trying to get a judge to make Baldoni pay her legal bills plus other penalties. They said she's entitled to the money under a California law because Justin Baldoni's countersuit, which claimed she had defamed and extorted him, was thrown out last year by a judge.
5 hours ago in Sports
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares
Injuries to some of soccer's star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup. All three have been included in their national team squads for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but others have not been so fortunate.
5 hours ago in Sports
Caleb Williams strikes jump-throw pose for Madden NFL 27 cover
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was announced Tuesday as EA Sports' cover athlete for Madden NFL 27. On the standard cover, Williams is depicted in a body position similar to his pivotal, scrambling, fourth-and-8 jump pass to Rome Odunze in a stirring comeback victory over Green Bay in a wild card playoff game on Jan. 10.
Garth Brooks Makes Surprise Appearance at Arkansas Country Music Awards; The Fox wins Station of the Year
Garth Brooks Surprise, Hall of Fame Honors and Local Winners Highlight 2026 Arkansas Country Music Awards
22 hours ago in Sports
Josh Jacobs practicing with Packers again while prosecutors consider whether to file charges
Green Bay's Josh Jacobs is practicing with the Packers while prosecutors consider whether to file charges against the three-time Pro Bowl running back following his arrest on domestic abuse allegations.
Secure Foundation Counseling Named Provider for Success Academy
The transition comes after the campus' previous provider, Methodist Family Health, unexpectedly notified school officials that they could no longer provide services to the Success Academy.
Apply for a WMA Deer Hunting Permit by July 1
The AGFC conducts special draw hunts in many popular areas to maintain healthy deer herds and high-quality hunting experiences.
Democratic Candidates to Host Listening Session with Farmers, Rural Voters in Bay
Democratic candidates will be hosting a listening session with Craighead County farmers and rural voters later in June.
City of Jonesboro Receives Federal Grant to Enhance Officer Safety with New Protective Equipment
The funding supports the purchase of 38 new Armor Express Raven 2.0 tactical SWAT carrier systems for JPD officers.
Jonesboro Students Among 1,200 University of Central Arkansas Graduates
The university conferred approximately 1,200 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates.
Golden Knights and Hurricanes built their Stanley Cup Final teams in different ways
On the eve of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, one of the general managers involved laid out his thinking when making roster moves.
How Families Can Use Arkansas 529 Plans for Jonesboro Higher Education
The statewide Arkansas Brighter Future 529 Plan issued a reminder last week about the benefits of educational savings accounts.
Ryan Pannone Basketball Camps Set for Summer 2026
Registration is open for the 2026 Ryan Pannone Basketball Camps scheduled in June and July at the Red Wolf Center on the campus of Arkansas State University.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup
World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world's most-watched sporting event.
2 days ago in Sports
Browns trading 2-time AP Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to Rams, AP sources say
The Cleveland Browns are trading two-time AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in a blockbuster deal, three people briefed on the move told The Associated Press on Monday.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married
Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are married, local officials in London confirmed to The Associated Press. They tied the knot Sunday at Old Marylebone Town Hall.