News

Log jams to be removed from the Cache River

Johnathan Reaves — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:04:53 +0000

Work is expected to start soon on clearing the Cache River. Since the 1940's, silt, logs, and other forms of debris have clogged the Cache River in Jackson County near Grubbs. The result includes four log jams, two of which are each at least a mile wide each. KASU's Johnathan Reaves explains the problem and how it is being addressed in this report.

Osteopathic medical school in Jonesboro is being explored

Johnathan Reaves — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:47:12 +0000

Arkansas State University continues to explore public and private partnerships in relation to placing an osteopathic medical school in Jonesboro. To provide a perspective of what an osteopathic medical school would mean to Jonesboro and the region, KASU's Johnathan Reaves talks with Radiation Oncologist Dr. John Lynch and medical student Josh Potter.

Side By Side from Illinois helps Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro

Johnathan Reaves — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:26:45 +0000

This week, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Jonesboro has had help in the construction of three homes in North Jonesboro. 92 people from the Grace United Methodist Church in Naperville, Illinois have been in Jonesboro this week, participating in a mission trip called Side By Side. KASU's Johnathan Reaves files this report.

Public Meetings on the 2014 State Water Plan to be held

Johnathan Reaves — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:52:49 +0000

The Arkansas Natural Resources Conservation Service is holding area public meetings about the 2014 State Water Plan. KASU's Johnathan Reaves explains what the water plan is and why it is needed.

Meetings will be held in the KASU listening area at the following times:

Arkansas State University getting ready for iPad use in the fall

Johnathan Reaves — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:49:02 +0000

Arkansas State University is making sure the entire Jonesboro campus is a Wi-Fi hot spot as freshmen are required to bring iPads to class in the fall. KASU's Johnathan Reaves gives an update on what ASU is doing to get ready for the fall; he also tells why iPads are being required for class.

Those who can't afford an iPad can rent one from ASU. Deadline to apply for rentals is June 15th. More information is available by clicking on this link.

Arkansas State University explores setting up an osteopathic medical school in Jonesboro

Johnathan Reaves — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:04:42 +0000

Arkansas State University is exploring public-private partnerships to establish an osteopathic medical school that would help expand primary health care availability throughout the mid-South, Chancellor Tim Hudson announced today.

ASU System President Charles Welch authorized Hudson to work with local leaders and representatives of existing osteopathic medical schools on a feasibility study for the project.

“Arkansas State has a long tradition of creating programs that meet state needs,” Hudson said.

Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission moves forward on convention center

Johnathan Reaves — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:55:37 +0000

The Jonesboro Advertising and Promotion Commission are moving forward with a plan that could eventually place a convention center and a hotel in Jonesboro. KASU's Johnathan Reaves was at yesterday's meeting and files this report.

Arkansas State University requiring incoming freshmen to bring iPads to class

Johnathan Reaves — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:51:10 +0000

Arkansas State University is the first university in the state and one of the first in the nation to require that incoming freshmen this fall use iPads to enhance their education learning experience. KASU's Johnathan Reaves tells more in this report.

Jonesboro conducting study on extension of Parker Road

Johnathan Reaves — Fri, 31 May 2013 12:51:36 +0000

The city of Jonesboro is conducting a study to determine the feasibility of extending Parker Road from Strawfloor to Washington Avenue. Officials are gathering public opinion on the extension of Parker Road by conducting a survey. Click on this link for the survey. KASU's Johnathan Reaves tells more in this story.

Jackson County Circuit Clerk resigns; search for replacement underway

Johnathan Reaves — Fri, 31 May 2013 12:13:46 +0000

After a three week investigation into alleged wrongdoing in the Jackson County Circuit Clerk's office, Circuit Clerk Lisa Turner has resigned. The Jackson County Quorum Court is conducting the search for a replacement to fill out the remaining term. KASU's Johnathan Reaves gives an update on the search, as well as Jackson County's new jail.