A-State Announces 2026 Homecoming Court; King, Queen to Be Crowned Saturday

Jonesboro, AR – Contributed – The Arkansas State University Homecoming court was announced Monday evening during Into the Cosmos, part of Homecoming Week festivities hosted by the Student Activities Board (SAB). Five women and five men, all nominated by the student body, will represent the university on the...

Big Bell Tailgate kicks off rivalry week in Paragould

PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The Paragould Chamber Foundation will host the inaugural Big Bell Tailgate to kick off the annual “Battle for the Bell” rivalry week between Paragould High School and Greene County Tech High School. The Big Bell Tailgate begins at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3,...

State takeover of MSCS paused again

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools is on pause again. MSCS Oversight Board Chair Billy Orgel told Action News 5 that Chancellor JoeDae Jenkins ordered another pause Monday after several recent filings. Orgel said the board has not received the written order but postponed its...

Harrisburg ousts Flippin at regional

HOXIE — The Flippin Lady Bobcats could not match power with Harrisburg, falling in three sets to the Lady Hornets in the 3A-East Region Tournament at Hoxie High School. Harrisburg super sophomore Calijo Heeb slammed down 22 kills, and the Lady Hornets put down 44 as a team to post a 25-19, 25-13, 25-14 victory to end the Lady Bobcats’ season Monday night.

Plan could signal another superintendent search for MSCS

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A consulting firm appears to be laying the groundwork for a superintendent search at Memphis-Shelby County Schools, as the state oversight board prepares to get back to work after a months-long hiatus. If this plan is approved, it could set the stage for the fourth superintendent search in the last five years. […]

2026 Regional Volleyball Tournament Central

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The postseason begins in high school volleyball in 4A, 3A, and 2A. Southside, Hoxie, and Piggott are hosting Regional Tournaments. The top 4 in each regional clinch spots to the State Tournament. We’ll update this page with scores and more. 2026 4A East Volleyball Regional...

AState Student Research Paper Wins First Place at Regional SWAAG Conference

JONESBORO – An Arkansas State University student recently won first place in the undergraduate paper category at the annual Southwestern Division American Association of Geographers (SWAAG) conference. Jessica Harvey, a senior environmental science and Honors College student of Lawton, Okla., presented research she had conducted over the summer in...

ASU System Board approves IT management, security enhancements

JONESBORO, Ark. — The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees today approved four policies designed to enhance information technology management and security on all its campuses. The policies include revising the existing Appropriate Use of Information and Technology Resources Policy while adding an Artificial Intelligence Governance Policy, Data...

$200K donation gives Whitehaven families a helping hand

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A Fairley High School graduate is giving back in a big way, helping Whitehaven families struggling to pay rent, keep the lights on, and put food on the table. J.W. Gibson and his wife, Kathy Gibson, are donating $200,000 to help Fairley students and their families cover immediate needs, including rent, utilities, groceries, and childcare.

Nashville Schools Could Be Next After Memphis, GOP Lawmaker Warns

Metro Nashville Public Schools Headquarters — District Facing Possible State Takeover. A Tennessee state representative is publicly pushing the idea that Metro Nashville Public Schools could be the state's next target for a takeover, following the model just applied to Memphis. Rep. Scott Cepicky, a Republican from Culleoka, says he met privately with MNPS Superintendent Dr. Adrienne Battle and her vice chairman to discuss student performance, and he wants House Speaker Cameron Sexton to order a forensic audit of the district as a first step.

2A and 3A regionals start today at St. Joseph High School and Hoxie

The Cotter Lady Warriors won the 2A-2 District volleyball tournament last week by defeating the Izard County Lady Cougars 3-0. The Lady Warriors will go on to the regionals as the top seeded team from the 2A-2 conference and Izard County will be the number 2 seed. The Viola Lady Longhorns will also be in the regionals after playing in the consolation match on Thursday.

ESPN bringing ‘Sportscenter’ to University of Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - ESPN is bringing its flagship show Sportscenter to the University of Memphis. The show will be broadcast from Tiger Lane on Thursday, October 22 before the Tigers’ matchup with East Carolina. The show will be broadcast at 4 p.m. ahead of the 6:30 kickoff, with...

ASU System Board of Trustees Hears A-State Updates, Approves Resolutions

Jonesboro, AR – Jonesboro Right Now – The ASU System Board of Trustees on Friday approved resolutions concerning the system and Arkansas State University, as well as heard updates regarding A-State. During the president’s reports, recently named A-State chancellor Dr. Calvin White presented updates on the university, including...

Arkansas State students take fall break to rest, catch up on work

Arkansas State University students began fall break Thursday, taking a few days off from classes to rest, recharge and catch up on schoolwork. While many students used the brief break to head home, others stayed on campus to make the most of the time off. A-State student Lily Agee said...

Wynne set for pivotal 5A East matchup with Batesville

WYNNE — The Wynne Yellowjackets ended a four-game losing streak to Valley View last week in Jonesboro, beating the Blazers 28-14. Wynne will return to Yellowjacket Stadium tonight against a familiar 5A East foe in Batesville. However, Wynne coach Randy Coleman said it’s a different-looking Batesville team. “It’s...

Jonesboro planning commission declines to recommend rezoning near elementary school

Backpack Program Drives Teacher to Become Mrs. Arkansas-America

Many girls grow up competing in pageants and dream of one day representing their state on a national stage, but the story was different for Ashton Haywood, Mrs. Arkansas-America 2026. Her journey started when she became an art teacher at Nettleton STEAM Elementary School in Jonesboro. “My first year of...

Towery family establishes scholarship to honor longtime A-State educator

JONESBORO, Ark. — A new scholarship at Arkansas State University will support future educators while honoring the life and legacy of a beloved faculty member whose decades of service helped shape generations of teachers across Arkansas. Following the passing of Ronald Wade Towery in May 2025, his wife, Pam...

Brookland school board approves ‘dangerous intersection’ resolution

BROOKLAND, Ark. (KAIT) - The Brookland School Board voted 4-0 Monday to approve a resolution declaring the intersection of U.S. Highway 49 and School Street a “dangerous intersection.” One member of the five-person board did not participate in the vote, citing a conflict of interest. With the resolution...

Jonesboro school board approves grant for fruit and vegetable program

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - The Jonesboro Public Schools board voted unanimously to approve a grant funding the next year of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for elementary students at five schools in the district. The program provides fresh fruits and vegetables to elementary age students as a supplementary food...