Sports
3 hours ago
A-State ties program record for steals in 41-Point win over Louisiana
The 28 steals also ties the Sun Belt record for most steals in a league game.
4 hours ago
Jonesboro High School step team surprised with $50,000 ‘Walking Together’ grant
On Jan. 15, Jonesboro High School (JHS) staff members presented a check to the school’s Tau Delta Pi Step Team.
6 hours ago
A-State suffers setback at South Alabama
Arkansas State men’s basketball fell in a 91-87 overtime decision at South Alabama on Thursday night inside The Mitchell Center.
21 hours ago
St. Bernards, Valley View launch on-campus sports medicine clinic to reduce lost class time
The clinic offers physical therapy to any student, athlete or not, and staff member to enable them to stay on campus and avoid missing days.
23 hours ago
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes: ‘I want to be ready for Week 1’ after ACL surgery
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes intends to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Mahomes had surgery in mid-December to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and he said during a Zoom call Thursday that his rehab is "hitting all the checkpoints" that could get him back for summer workouts and perhaps even training camp this fall.
1 day ago
Craighead County issues burn ban due to increased fire hazard
This directive was requested from the Craighead County District Fire Chiefs, in collaboration with the Arkansas Forestry Services, to protect lives and property.
1 day ago
Jonesboro angler hooks first Legacy Lunker bass in Village Creek State Park
Kevin Riney called the Legacy Lunker Hotline as soon as he caught the fish.
1 day ago
McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational
Rory McIlroy posted a 5-under 66 to lead by one stroke after the first round of the Dubai Invitational on Thursday.
1 day ago
Coco Gauff and Venus Williams set for potential Australian Open meeting in 2nd round
Coco Gauff and Venus Williams could meet in the second round of the Australian Open, another potential chapter in a tennis tale that started with a 15-year-old on her Grand Slam debut beating a seven-time major winner at Wimbledon.
1 day ago
John Harbaugh and the Giants are working on a deal to make him their coach, AP sources say
John Harbaugh and the New York Giants are working on an agreement to make him the team's head coach, three people with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.
2 days ago
Oregon QB Dante Moore says he’ll return to the Ducks rather than declare for the NFL draft
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has decided to return to the Ducks next season rather than declare for the NFL draft. Moore, 20, announced his decision on Wednesday on ESPN.
2 days ago
Dell Curry is getting his No. 30 jersey retired by Charlotte in March
The Charlotte Hornets announced Wednesday that Dell Curry — the father of Stephen and Seth Curry — will get his No. 30 retired in a ceremony on March 19 when the team plays host to the Orlando Magic.
2 days ago
Stearns selected as Jonesboro Parks director
As director of Parks and Recreation, Stearns will manage a staff of approximately 160 full and part-time employees and an additional 50 seasonal staffers.
2 days ago
Diamondbacks acquire 8-time All-Star 3B Nolan Arenado in a deal with the Cardinals
The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade Tuesday with the St. Louis Cardinals, adding an accomplished veteran to a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time since a surprise World Series run in 2023.
3 days 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.
4 days ago
Stafford’s late TD pass to Parkinson lifts the Rams past the Panthers 34-31 in tense playoff opener
Puka Nacua stepped into the huddle with the Los Angeles Rams trailing by four with 2:38 left, the home crowd roaring and his team's season on the line. He never thought twice about losing. "Never a doubt — No. 9 is with us," Nacau said with a wide smile in reference to the team's 37-year-old All-Pro quarterback, Matthew Stafford.
4 days ago
Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers
Caleb Williams dropped back, pump-faked and found DJ Moore wide open down the sideline for the go-ahead touchdown. His latest clutch throw propelled the Chicago Bears to yet another improbable comeback win and kept their breakout season going for at least another round of the postseason.
4 days ago
Purdy, 49ers eliminate defending Super Bowl champion Eagles with 23-19 win in wild-card game
Brock Purdy threw a go-ahead 4-yard touchdown pass to Christian McCaffrey late in the fourth quarter, San Francisco used a trick play on a TD toss from Jennings to McCaffrey, and the 49ers eliminated the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles with a 23-19 wild-card victory Sunday.
6 days ago
A-State women end 12-game win streak
86-64 loss to Troy on Saturday afternoon at Trojan Arena
6 days ago
A-State Men Fend Off Texas State
Senior guard Jalen Hampton recorded his 10th career double-double