Good morning, Jonesboro.

As Northeast Arkansas rice harvest continues, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture warns that widespread burn bans and dry, hot conditions could drive hazardous smoke across highways, reminding farmers to check local restrictions and report burns in advance; drivers should slow down when smoke reduces visibility.

Jonesboro-based Dr. Amanda Deel — the first osteopathic board president — was installed at a dinner ceremony in North Little Rock last Friday, and she will serve a one-year term leading the state's largest family medicine organization.

Westside High School received the highest votes in the Fox Football Faceoff on Friday night, earning $250 for its athletic booster club before beating Hoxie 23 to 7 — the cross-town rivalry continues as fans prepare to vote Monday for next week’s matchup between Valley View and Jonesboro.

In Saturday night's season opener, Arkansas State lost 42-24 to Memphis as Trey Owens started with 325 passing yards and 33 rushing yards but threw 4 interceptions.

Head coach Butch Jones announced Owens will remain the starter as the team will host West Georgia at Centennial Bank Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 12.

A-State rugby team, ranked number nine, beat Indiana, ranked number fifteen, in its season opener on Thursday at Luna Sports Grill.

Live coverage highlighted strong play from both teams and set the stage for a competitive season.

Arkansas State volleyball swept the Best Western Invitational in Ohio on Friday while the Red Wolves women’s soccer extended their unbeaten run to three matches.

Coach Butch Jones held a press conference after a Memphis loss at Luna Sports Grill.