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Republican Party of Arkansas Executive Committee repeals delegates’ approval of ‘closed primaries’ among other action items
Division in the state republican party played out Thursday as the party's rules committee repealed some actions taken at the state convention, including the creation of closed primaries.
Ag for Autism Community Fest coming to ASU Activity Center
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A nonprofit is holding an event where there will be fun and games for families with autistic children, all for a purpose. Ag for Autism is hosting its community fest on Saturday, July 27, at the Student Activity Center on the Arkansas State University-Jonesboro campus. The...
Jonesboro offers $75,000 in grants to homeowners for repairs
Jonesboro is offering some help to homeowners in taking care of repairs. The city's community development block grant is funding $75,000 into the homeowner rehab assistance program. The program provides financial assistance to low and moderate-income families in the city. To qualify, your home must meet HUD's income guidelines and...
Foundation of the Arts brings some Disney fun to stage
Got weekend plans? Foundation of the Arts presents Disney’s “Finding Nemo, Jr.”. This stage play is an adaptation of the original film and is being put on by a cast of students. Foundation of the Arts has ticket information online.
Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship Awarded to Ann Marie Long
JONESBORO – Ann Marie Long, who graduated from Arkansas State University this spring with bachelor’s degrees in political science and history, has been awarded a $8,500 Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship. “I am honored to have received this graduate fellowship. Phi Kappa Phi’s dedication to helping students pursue educational...
A-State scholarship expanded to better benefit future students
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - On Wednesday, Arkansas State University announced in a news release updates and improvements to the A-State Promise Plus Scholarship. A-State Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields spoke about the reasons behind these enhancements and how they’re aimed at making the scholarship even more beneficial for incoming students.
Arkansas House, Senate Democrats say they are all in for Harris
(The Center Square) - The Arkansas House and Senate Democratic caucuses said they unanimously support Vice President Kamala Harris in her presidential bid, just days after Arkansas delegates pledged to support Harris at next month's Democratic National Convention. The Democratic Party of Arkansas said Tuesday that the caucuses were among the first to announce their support for her. “No one is better prepared than Kamala Harris to lead this country...
Arkansas natives who have won Olympic gold medals
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — While the state of Arkansas might not have any major professional teams, the Natural State has been well represented on an even bigger stage: The Olympics, the top global competition in the world. Since 1924, 18 Arkansas-born athletes have won at least one Olympic gold...
McKissic, Foreman, Lee, & Rhone in 2024 class of Arkansas State Hall of Honor
The Arkansas State Lettermen’s Club will induct four new members into A-State’s Hall of Honor during its 44th annual banquet, to be held Friday, October 25, at the Woodard McAlister Family Club inside the Johnny Allison Tower of Centennial Bank Stadium. Women’s pole vaulter Stephanie Foreman Adams, baseball’s...
ASU and Encompass Health teaming up for next weeks 'Parkinson's Boot Camp'
Arkansas State and Encompass health are coming together to put on their 4th Parkinson's Boot Camp next week, Monday - Friday, from 1 pm to 4 pm. ASU and Encompass Health teaming up for next weeks 'Parkinson's Boot Camp'. Arkansas State and Encompass health are coming together to put on...
Higher Learning Commission reaffirms A-State accreditation for next 10 years
JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Edited News Release) - The Higher Learning Commission, the institutional accrediting body for Arkansas State University, has notified Chancellor Todd Shields of its decision to accept the visiting team’s report on A-State, thereby reaffirming the institution’s accreditation. The HLC team visited the campus in April for...
Valley View School District requests meal applications for funding free meals
The Valley View School District is asking parents to complete an application to determine funding for its free meal program. The district says each year, the meal applications are necessary to determine the amount of money the district will have to supply the food. The school says thanks to a...
Emails and details released from JPD saturation detail
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – July 26, 2024 – Last weekend, JPD organized and implemented a “Saturation Detail” in Jonesboro. The agency called for outside help from the Arkansas State Police to aid in the event focused on saturating the area with law enforcement throughout the day and night on Friday, July 19.
Radio Group Launches Truck Giveaway
Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – The Jonesboro Radio Group, operator of six radio stations in the Jonesboro market, announced the beginning of a ten-week promotion, the “Ford Maverick and Money Sweepstakes.”. One lucky person will win a 2024 fully loaded Tremor edition Ford Maverick Truck. The truck...
Lawsuit Alleges Racial, Illegal Arrest by Poinsett County Deputies
HARRISBURG, Ark. — A man who claims he was falsely arrested has filed a lawsuit alleging several constitutional and civil rights violations by the sheriff’s department in Poinsett County. The lawsuit was filed on June 25, 2024 in United States District Court, in the Eastern District of Arkansas....
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