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Sikeston School Board approves free lunch program for the 2019-2020 school year
The Sikeston School Board has approved the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) for the 2019-2020 school year.
Teaching kids how to care for kids
When an emergency happens, some Region 8 kids will be able to spring into action.
History redone at local museum
The Randolph County Heritage Museum decided to redo their layout and structure in order to better display the county's history.
Southeast Missouri State University and Three Rivers College receive portion of Mo. $30 billion budget
Missouri Governor Mike Parson has signed a $30 billion budget outlining spending for the next fiscal year.
Teacher accused of statutory rape involving a former student
Mary Beth McManus was arrested on June 5 and is out on a $25,000 bond.
A-State Garage is moving to campus
Move to campus will make it more accessible to students and save money.
Read a book and get a haircut
Need a haircut? How about reading a book!
Don’t let summer fun become a tragedy
Just a few days ago, a child nearly drowned at the Jonesboro Pool and Recreation Center.
Rhodes College to challenge former student’s ‘gender bias’ lawsuit
A former Rhodes College student is now suing the school.
Louisiana principal resigns after being arrested at strip club while on school field trip
Holy Family Principal Michael Comeau was arrested Thursday, May 30 in Washington, D.C. at a strip club.
Gr8 Job: Pocahontas OM team finishes 3rd place in world competition
It took months of planning and work by students but an area Odyssey of the Mind team recently picked up third place in a world competition for the second year in a row.
Jonesboro student competes in National Spelling Bee
A Blessed Sacrament student represented Jonesboro in the Scripps National Spelling Bee on Tuesday.
Museum houses veteran history year-round
The Wings of Honor Museum in Walnut Ridge houses pictures, uniforms and other memorabilia from our wars’ past.
Fishing derby teaches fun, helps children learn the outdoors
Fishing on the Ridge Fishing derby had their lake stocked and ready for their annual event.Crowley Ridge State Park worked along with the Game and Fish to have 200 stocked catfish ready for Saturday’s derby.
A-State Chancellor surprises two special teachers
Chancellor Damphousse surprised two Mississippi teachers with their diplomas.
University of Arkansas approves tuition hike at most schools
The University of Arkansas' board of trustees has voted to increase tuition or fees at virtually every campus in the school's system
Pup and Circumstance: Pooch steals show at high school graduation
The fern wasn't the only thing that got drowned out. The valedictorian, apparently not realizing what was happening, got drowned out by the laughter.
First woman in state to receive master’s degree in judicial studies
The program focuses on issues concerning a modern judiciary and covers the crossover between the law and economics, behavioral science, the media and medicine.
Program opens doors to lower income students
The program is also geared towards high school students who are economically disadvantaged.
Arkansas to host national summit on computer science
Arkansas' governor says more than two dozen states are participating in an inaugural summit next month on computer science
Lady Liberty gets some limelight
The City of Paragould got national attention for their replica of the Statue of Liberty. The statue made national news.
GR8 JOB: Students earn valuable Microsoft certifications
Students have been certified as a Microsoft Office Specialist in Microsoft Word, Excel or PowerPoint.
Snapchat predator allegedly blackmailing teens for nude photos
Sutton Calahan, 17, couldn’t believe a recent message he got on Snapchat. He says it came from an unknown account.
Survey: Pay is biggest driver behind teachers quitting
A new survey reveals that low pay is the biggest reason Missouri teachers leave the profession
First responders train for tomorrow’s emergencies
The organization is run solely by volunteers who have helped make a difference.
Substitute teacher accused of having sex with student
Paragould police arrested a substitute teacher after they say she had “inappropriate sexual contact” with a student.
Missouri bill tightens caps for in-home child-care providers
Missouri lawmakers have passed legislation limiting the number of young children at in-home child-care providers
Little Rock school leaders delay vote on marijuana policy
An advisory board has delayed a vote on whether to recommend banning Little Rock School District employees from using medical marijuana on district property
Gr8 Job: Golden named Teacher of the Year
A teacher who people say is humble and kind was rewarded Thursday with the KAIT Teacher of the Year Award.
Caught on Cam: Driver nearly hits 10-year-old trying to board school bus
A 33 second video shows how close a fourth grader came to being hit by an SUV that failed to stop for a school bus.
Band director remembered through leadership scholarship
Greene County Tech High School held its annual scholarship ceremony.
Arkansas schools receive thousands of dollars
The money will fund nearly 200 classroom projects.
Mural springs up in community garden
Kids from the MicroSociety Magnet School spent their morning painting a mural in the Westend Community Garden in Jonesboro.
Suicide rates up for rural farmers
Famers and those who live in rural areas have higher suicide rates due to lack of mental health care, according to the CDC.
Shelby County Schools looking into new app to help students report bullying
Fernando Montiel’s family says he was bullied, but they had no idea until after he took his own life. Neither did his school district. Now Shelby County Schools is looking into new technology to help make it easier and safer for students to report bullying.
Utter introduced as A-State Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
Dr. Alan Utter appeared with A-State Chancellor Kelly Damphousse during a press conference Wednesday.
Louisiana twins earn $1.3 million each in college scholarships
Brin and Nial Wilson have been recruited by numerous colleges throughout the United States.
College student collects her diploma after double lung, liver transplant
Kathryn Norris had cystic fibrosis, a chronic genetic disorder that makes it harder to breathe over time.
UCA, ASU-Beebe to sign ‘bear partners’ agreement
The University of Central Arkansas and Arkansas State University-Beebe will sign a ‘bear partners’ agreement next Monday.
Therapy dog featured in Mid-South school’s yearbook
He's among the top dogs at Lausanne Collegiate School, and he's pretty popular with the ladies.
Jumping for joy, then jumping into careers
A-State held their spring graduation ceremonies with over 2,000 diplomas handed out to students.At Saturday’s graduation, graduates from all different majors, minors and emphasis areas gathered to walk across the stage to receive their diploma.
Southeast MO State Board of Regents raise tuition, fees for fall 2019
The Board of Regents approved an $11.75 per credit hour increase in in-state undergraduate tuition and a $1 per credit hour increase in the maintenance and repair general fee.
Large donation made to performing arts program
Arkansas State University - Mountain Home received a gift of stock valued at more than $200,000.
Missouri lawmakers reject in-state tuition for immigrants
Missouri lawmakers have backed out of a deal to allow colleges and universities to charge in-state tuition to students living in the U.S. illegally
After financial uncertainty, private school says it will stay open
Concordia Christian Academy will remain open for another year.
Pre-K students help make an officer safer
Pre-K students and teachers with Gosnell Elementary organized and collected donations
University of Memphis president testifies before Congress about college completion
University of Memphis President Dr. David Rudd testified before Congress Thursday about the successful work the school has done with under-privileged students.
Students baited hooks instead of sharpening pencils at school
250 children threw in their hooks and tried their luck as beginning fishermen.
WATCH: Bus driver saves student from speeding car
A spokesman for the school district hopes the video will plainly show the dangers of passing a stopped school bus.
Professor starts a new chapter
One A-State professor was honored Wednesday as she celebrates her career milestone among students, colleagues and friends.Dr. Lynita Cooksey taught at A-State for 26 years and began her journey there as a student.
Gas leak closes Bay schools for 2nd consecutive day
A gas leak is closing Bay schools for two days in a row.
Students recognized by Governor Asa Hutchinson
Izard County Consolidated School District students Bethany Simmons and Maura Thomason traveled to Little Rock on April 27.
Students take their art to the streets
College students repaint historic mural
Generous donation made to scholarship fund
A donation was recently made to the Dick Clay Memorial Scholarship by an A-State graduate.
‘He died a hero.’ Student killed trying to stop UNCC gunman escorted home
21-year-old Riley Howell was shot and killed, but his actions delayed the shooter, giving police more time to respond and fellow students a chance to escape.
Lockdown lifted at Tuckerman, Swifton schools
Jackson County sheriff’s deputies have given the all clear at Tuckerman and Swifton schools after a social media threat placed them on lockdown.
BRTC fights to protect those who can’t protect themselves
A total of 34 children lost their lives last year in Arkansas due to child abuse or neglect.
Greene County officially becomes storm ready
Recognized by the NWS, this means the community has taken the proper steps to give citizens information on severe weather.
NYITCOM receives grant to ‘nurture young, talented minds’
The funds will be used to mentor underrepresented and low-income high school students
AR governor comes to West Memphis to promote computer science
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson will visit West Memphis on Tuesday as part of his annual tour to promote computer science education to students.
Newport’s Senior Signing Day celebrates academics
Seniors at Newport High School were honored on Monday for pursuing higher education.
Batting to battle drugs in Craighead County
The D.A.R.E. program held its 20th annual Raid Softball Tournament this weekend, with over 30 teams in attendance.