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Lauren Alaina to Perform Free Pregame Concert at A-State's Tailgate City Sept. 12

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Lauren Alaina to Perform Free Pregame Concert at A-State’s Tailgate City

Grand Ole Opry member to headline Tailgate City before Sept. 12 Red Wolves home opener against West Georgia

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Royals lefty Noah Cameron has a no-hitter broken up by the Twins’ Ryan Jeffers to start the 7th

Kansas City Royals left-hander Noah Cameron took a no-hitter into the seventh inning on Thursday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins before Ryan Jeffers broke it up with a leadoff single.

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Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin

Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."

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European nations vow FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino private equity plan as opposition spreads

European nations agreed Thursday to boycott the World Cup and all other FIFA competitions to protest Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in soccer's biggest tournament to private equity investors. The North American soccer body rejected his plan later the same day.

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The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.

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A-State Professor Helping Military Veterans Through Concussion Screening Tool

One Arkansas State University professor is using a sports medicine assessment originally developed for student-athletes to help military veterans after returning from deployment.

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Minor Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on US 49 in Brookland

A minor driver in a Ford F-150 was killed in a motor vehicle accident just after midnight on July 29.

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AGFC Dove Fields Available for Permit-Based Hunting; Apply Aug. 1-15

All permitted fields will open to hunting on a first-come, first-served basis the Monday after opening weekend and be available throughout dove season.

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UAMS Researchers Seeking Participants for Summer Pregnancy Study

As part of the UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation’s Maternal and Reproductive Community Health Center, researchers are looking for women living in Arkansas who are pregnant between now and October to participate in the study.

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Best Buy Opens Doors in Jonesboro, Marking Return Six Years After Tornado

Crowds gathered outside the doors ahead of the ribbon-cutting to check out the new showroom and take advantage of grand opening festivities.

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“Boots on Main” Beginner Line Dancing Workshop Coming to Downtown Jonesboro

Stage, Too and Coast Line Dance are hosting a line-dancing workshop called "Boots on Main," designed for dancers of all experience levels, including absolute beginners.

16 hours ago in National

Father who gave his son the gun used in a Georgia high school shooting to be sentenced

A sentencing hearing was underway Thursday for a man who gave his son the gun used to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia after he was convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter.

16 hours ago in Entertainment

Glen Hansard, Irish musician who won Oscar for ‘Once,’ dies in motorcycle crash

Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, who won an Academy Award for the 2007 film "Once," died in a motorcycle crash on the outskirts of Dublin early Wednesday, his management said. He was 56.

16 hours ago in Sports

Taysom Hill announces the end of his time with the Saints, but not his retirement from the NFL

Taysom Hill, a former BYU quarterback who evolved into a productive multi-position player for the New Orleans Saints, has announced that he won't be returning to the team with which he spent his first nine NFL seasons.

16 hours ago in Entertainment

Wildfires force George Clooney’s family to evacuate their home in southern France

George Clooney has said his family has been forced to evacuate their home in southeastern France as a wildfire burned nearby, his agent said Thursday.

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Music Lineup Announced for 16th Annual Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music Festival

The sounds of music and smell of barbecue will soon be returning to downtown Jonesboro as organizers prepare for the 16th annual Downtown Jonesboro BBQ and Music Festival in late September.

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Amanda Carpenter to Represent A-State with ORAU’s Rural Health Initiatives

Driven by multiple challenges to the nation’s rural health and healthcare, ORAU is taking steps to engage its member institutions in a collective search for solutions.

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Local Art League to Showcase Northeast Arkansas Talent in Late-Summer Events

Northeast Arkansas is home to a community of artistic talent, and one group is working to bring those creators to the forefront in the months ahead.

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Chasing Catfish After Hours: Passive Fishing Offers Sweat-Free Summer Angling Opportunity

Arkansas weather has finally reached the melting point for even the most dedicated daytime anglers, but there’s still a way to supply a late-summer fish fry with tasty fillets.

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Jonesboro Public Library to Host Pet Adoption Preparation Program

This program will help community members learn how to prepare their homes and families before adopting a new furry friend.

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