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Celebrate the Men Who Inspire Us: Nominate for KLEK’s Inaugural Men’s Appreciation Month!
Updated 10/9/24 KLEK is excited to announce our inaugural Men's Appreciation Month, taking place this November! Just as we honored the amazing women in our community earlier this year, we now want to recognize and celebrate the incredible men who make a difference in...
Kwanzaa CommUNITY Awards 2024 Nominations Extended to Oct. 25
Updated 10/9/24 Get ready to celebrate the incredible work being done in our community at the 2nd Annual KLEK Kwanzaa CommUNITY Awards! This exciting event highlights individuals and organizations that embody the seven guiding principles of Kwanzaa: Unity,...
A-State Block Party Set for September 6 as part of Annual Paint The Town Red Week
JONESBORO, Ark. (8/21/24) – Details about the Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce's 27th annual Paint the Town Red Week have been announced, including plans for its traditional A-State Block Party that will take place in downtown Jonesboro the evening before...
A-State Men’s Cross Country Picked Second in SBC Preseason Coaches Poll
JONESBORO, Ark. (8/21/24) – Arkansas State men's cross country was picked to finish second in the Sun Belt Conference's preseason coaches poll, announced by the league office Wednesday. The Red Wolves received one first-place vote and were picked behind Appalachian...
ASU-Newport Awarded $200K ITAC Planning Grant for Training Program
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$3.5 Million in Federal Funding for Jonesboro Advances in U.S. Senate
Courtesty of the City of Jonesboro/Johnathan Reaves, Delta Digital News ServiceThe U.S. Senate has advanced legislation out of the Senate Appropriations Committee that includes funding for the City of Jonesboro. The $3.5 million will be for public safety...
New football teams coming to NEA
Two recently formed semi-pro football teams to represent NEA in the Triumph Football League Delta Digital News Service Monday, July 29, 2024 By Avery Jones | Editor BLYTHEVILLE and PARAGOULD, Ark. — Joshua Hall, a store manager in Blytheville and semi-professional...
ALICE in Northeast Arkansas: A Deep Dive into Community Efforts and the Role of North Jonesboro Community Development Corporation
NJCDC in Northeast Arkansas advocates for marginalized communities, focusing on healthcare education and supporting the ALICE population.
Celebrating 30 Years of Sunday Night Slow Jams: Multiple Cities Declare June 21st “Slow Jams® Day”
From one A.M. Radio Station to a Global Movement Alexander Bofill, staff writer San Diego: In a heartwarming tribute to the enduring appeal of romantic melodies and the power of radio, Mayor Todd Gloria of San Diego has proclaimed June 21st as “Slow Jams Day®.” This...
ALICE Populations in Northeast Arkansas Face Mental Health Struggles Amid Financial Hardships
Jonesboro, AR - May 22, 2024 - In a significant community conversation this morning on 102.5 FM, host LaGanzie Kale delved into the mental health challenges faced by ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) populations in Northeast Arkansas. Joined by Kenya...