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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Jonesboro. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UA-East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City is accepting chancellor applications with submissions due by midnight March 18. A 14-member committee seeks leaders with higher education experience to ensure a smooth handover before Cathie Cline retires on July 1. Delta Digital News Service
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Health is reviewing an updated immunization policy (per a federal guideline) after a federal agency stopped recommending the hepatitis B shot for newborns. The department does not expect to change current school vaccine rules. Delta Digital News Service
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Red Wolves women's basketball team now has a 10-3 record and the men's team stands at 9-4 after their latest wins in Jonesboro. The teams remain focused as they prepare for upcoming games. K8 News
- ➤ The Arkansas men’s basketball team ended its nonconference series with a 94-85 loss to Houston Saturday night at the Prudential Center. Coach Calipari said the team must play better as it prepares for a final tune-up game against James Madison on Dec. 29 at Walton Arena. Delta Digital News Service
- ➤ On Sunday, Dec. 21, Pocahontas defeated Gosnell in the 2025 NEA Tournament first round + advanced to the next stage of play. The girls' team will prepare for its upcoming matches. K8 News
- ➤ Jenna Lawrence posted a double-double as Arkansas women’s basketball improved to 11-3 in a game played yesterday, keeping the team in strong contention for upcoming regional matches. K8 News
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