Good morning, Jonesboro.

Groups held a prayer rally along Highway 18 from Blytheville to Jonesboro to remember those lost in multiple crashes since 2023 + six sites connected via livestream to honor victims and call for safer driving.

Organizers said the rally brought the community together in a time of shared grief and hope.

Mary Dutton’s 1967 novel Thorpe examines race relations in a fictional Arkansas town—drawing comparisons to To Kill a Mockingbird—and was later adapted into a TV movie in 1980.

Oaklawn raised the first America 250 flag on Saturday morning in Hot Springs at Larry Snyder Winner's Circle — a flag showing America 250 Arkansas on a state outline — with Secretary of State Cole Jester and local officials present.

More state semiquincentennial events are planned.

Greenwood quarterback Kane Archer battled a challenging senior season as he led the Bulldogs to a state championship game while setting records with over 3,500 passing yards, 1,300 rushing yards, and 62 total touchdowns (34 passing, 28 rushing).

Arkansas and Tennessee played a tied first half at Bud Walton Arena on Saturday, Jan.

3—Darius Acuff led a key run while Trevon Brazile boosted the crowd. Both teams entered the SEC opener with 10-3 nonconference records and continued to battle in a closely contested game.

The Bearcats edged the Raiders in overtime to win the NEA title + the 78th Northeast Arkansas Invitational concluded today in Jonesboro.

Arkansas State Women's Hoops beat ULM 89-71 on Jan.

3 as they secured their 10th straight win using a confident performance on the court.

On Saturday, Jan. 3, Arkansas State’s men’s basketball team fell to James Madison after Matt Hayman scored 23 points — the game showcased his effort amid the team’s overall struggles.

Arkansas football lost two quarterbacks and now seeks a new option.

Memphis freshman AJ Hill, rated ESPN's No. 7 pocket passer, will visit on Saturday + his father said the move is part of the coach's plan to boost the team.