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Special Reveal during “Paint the Town Red”
Story by DDNS Reporter Allie Carson Arkansas State University Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields (left) and Jonesboro Mayor Harold Copenhavor (right) after the unveiling of new street signs in downtown Jonesboro that have the new Red Wolves logo on them. Photo courtesy of...
New I-55 Bridge Named after Local Legends
Information from the Tennessee Department of Transportation MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE—In a powerful celebration of culture and history, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) proudly announce that the new...
Nominate a Local Hero: KLEK’s 2nd Annual Men’s Appreciation Month Returns This November
KLEK is proud to announce the return of Men’s Appreciation Month this November! After the success of last year’s inaugural celebration, we’re once again recognizing the incredible men in our community who uplift, inspire, and make a positive difference in our lives....
Jonesboro Convention Center to Host Four-Day Game Fest
Story by DDNS Reporter Luke Morse Players compete in a tabletop miniature game during NEA Game Fest. The four-day convention brings together gaming enthusiasts for tournaments, open play, and charity fundraising in support of the Friends of the Library. Photo courtesy...
Sullivan Talks Library Funding, DEI at Town Hall
Story by DDNS Reporter Shailey Wooldridge State Senator Dan Sullivan (R) speaks during a town hall meeting in Jonesboro. Photo courtesy of DDNS reporter Shailey Wooldridge. State Sen. Dan Sullivan hosted a town hall on May 3 at the Craighead County Jonesboro Public...
Red Wolves for St. Jude Surpasses Goal
Story from DDNS Reporter Shailey Wooldridge Members of Red Wolves for St. Judge who attended the Scarlet Formal pose with a check of the amount raised for the 2024-2025 fundraising year, totaling $71,475. Members who raised $100 or more for St. Judge were invited to...
Lake City Fire Fee Increase Discussed
Story by DDNS Reporter Shailey Wooldridge Lake City Fire Chief Hunter Timms presents during a recent Craighead County Quorum Court meeting. Photo by DDNS Reporter Shailey Wooldridge The Lake City Fire District has not had a fire fee increase since 1999, leading to...
A-State Media Students Win 60 Awards at State Conference
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas State University’s student media outlets from the School of Media and Journalism earned 60 awards at the Arkansas College Media Association’s annual spring conference and awards banquet. The Herald, A-State’s student newspaper, won 52...
Six A-State Students Selected for Distinguished Service Awards
Courtesy of Arkansas State University JONESBORO – Six outstanding students from Arkansas State University have been selected as Distinguished Service Award (DSA) winners for 2024-2025. The DSA recipients will be recognized during the Convocation of Scholars as the...
Northeast Arkansas Career and Technical Center celebrates 50 years
Story by DDNS Reporter Shailey Wooldridge Photo courtesy of the Northeast Arkansas Career and Technical Center The Northeast Arkansas Career and Technical Center (NEACTC) celebrated 50 years of opening doors for students on Friday, March 14. “It’s just nice that I’m...