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UA SystemUA trustees hear an athletics review that calls on the whole university to pull togetherIf you've wondered what the University of Arkansas athletics review found, Friday's special board meeting gave the first details. Trustees ordered the review in September, and outgoing system president Jay Silveria named five areas for alignment. "Arkansas is not going to achieve its potential in athletics without everyone pulling in the same direction," he said.Today’s editionRead RazorbacksArkansas hosts No. 17 South Carolina at 6:45 p.m. Saturday with the Gamecocks favored by 7.5 pointsIf you're heading to Fayetteville, kickoff is 6:45 p.m. Saturday at Reynolds Razorback Stadium, and the game is on SEC Network. Arkansas is 3-6 and 1-5 in the SEC, fresh off a 26-23 loss at Auburn in which it gave up a 10-3 halftime lead. South Carolina (6-3, 4-3 SEC) has climbed to No. 17 in the College Football Playoff rankings and has won four straight.Today’s editionRead Regional NewsThe NWA Council says the region faces $6 billion in road needs and has more than 10,000 open jobsIf you drive Northwest Arkansas roads, Thursday's Northwest Arkansas Council annual meeting had a big number for you: the region faces $6 billion in road and transportation needs through 2050. Council President Nelson Peacock told the 180 members at The Record in Bentonville, "It's likely we're going to have to solve these problems on our own." Infrastructure needs, from transportation and wastewater capacity to workforce development and early-stage capital funding, topped the list for 55% of council membership.Friday’s editionRead RazorbacksArkansas hosts a hot South Carolina team Saturday at 6:45 p.m. in FayettevilleIf you're heading to Reynolds Razorback Stadium Saturday night, the Hogs (3-6, 1-5 SEC) host South Carolina. The Gamecocks are 6-3 and 4-3 in the SEC, and they're No. 17 in the College Football Playoff rankings.Friday’s editionRead Har-Ber SportsHar-Ber star Syniah Coachman signs with Arkansas and opens her senior season tonightIf you've watched Har-Ber hoops, you saw this one coming. Senior guard Syniah Coachman signed her letter of intent to play at Arkansas Wednesday at a ceremony at the school. The 6-footer is regarded as the state's best 2027 prospect, and she's the highest-ranked player to sign with the Razorbacks since five-star Taliah Scott in 2023.Thursday’s editionRead RazorbacksSouth Carolina's quarterback is questionable for Saturday's game at ArkansasIf you're planning Saturday night, South Carolina kicks off at Arkansas at 6:45 p.m. on SEC Network. The No. 17 Gamecocks (6-3, 4-3 SEC) put quarterback LaNorris Sellers on the first availability report as questionable. He hurt his left ankle in the second quarter of last week's 17-9 win over Texas A&M, then scored the clinching 41-yard touchdown with 1:19 left.Thursday’s editionRead County GovernmentWashington County's proposed one-year data center pause moves to the full Quorum CourtIf you live in unincorporated Washington County, listen up. The County Services Committee recommended a yearlong moratorium on data centers Monday night, 9-5 with one abstention. The ordinance proposes that for one year, no application for data center development in unincorporated areas would be accepted.Wednesday’s editionRead RazorbacksArkansas women's basketball escapes Kansas City 89-81 to stay unbeatenArkansas women's basketball is 3-0 after an 89-81 win over Kansas City on Monday night at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. Coach Kelsi Musick recapped the win in a press conference afterward.Wednesday’s editionRead RazorbacksArkansas hosts No. 20 South Carolina at 6:45 p.m. SaturdayIf you're going to Saturday's game, expect a tough one. No. 20 South Carolina visits Reynolds Razorback Stadium at 6:45 p.m., and the Gamecocks (6-3, 4-3 SEC) have won four straight. The Razorbacks are 3-6 and 1-5 in the SEC.Tuesday’s editionRead RazorbacksThe SEC set Arkansas at Texas for 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21Mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 21. Arkansas and Texas will kick off at 2:30 p.m. in Austin, the SEC announced Monday. Texas leads the series 58-23 and has won the last two matchups.Tuesday’s editionRead Hogs FootballAuburn rallies past Arkansas 26-23 on a field goal with 33 seconds leftIf you caught the Hogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday, you saw a game flip at halftime. Auburn rallied from a 10-point first-half deficit to beat Arkansas 26-23, and Alex McPherson's 43-yard field goal was the difference.Monday’s editionRead Northwest ArkansasFayetteville awards $81,253 in federal grants to seven nonprofitsIf you know a Northwest Arkansas nonprofit, here's where some federal money landed. Fayetteville awarded $81,253 in Community Development Block Grant funding, a city news release said. The money comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.Monday’s editionRead BentonvilleThe Amazeum's new Hangout opens in Bentonville with a space for kids up to age 6If you've got little ones, the Scott Family Amazeum has a new place to play. The Hangout opened to the public Saturday, Nov. 7, and the new addition was officially opened at 10 a.m., with the Early Learning Advancement Center inside The Hangout. The space is built for children from birth through age 6.Sunday’s editionRead RazorbacksArkansas falls 26-23 at Auburn as Byrum Brown runs for 120 yardsIf you watched the Hogs on Saturday, you saw a game that turned at halftime. Arkansas lost 26-23 at Auburn, and coach Ryan Silverfield called it a tale of two halves while expressing pride in his team's effort. The defense held Auburn quarterback Byrum Brown to minus-3 rushing yards in the first half, but couldn't stop him after the break.Sunday’s editionRead

Around Springdale

From KATV, khbs and 12 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. KATV1 hour ago

    Little Rock Christian cruises past Springdale 45-6 in first round of 7A playoffs

    Also reported bykhbs

  2. KATV2 hours ago

    Bryant falls short of 14-point comeback against Rogers with failed two-point conversion

  3. khbs4 hours ago

    A freezing start to the weekend in Arkansas

    Drake Foley says freezing temperatures will stick around the entire area through Saturday morning, with chilly temperatures

  4. Southwest Times Record6 hours ago

    What channel is Arkansas football vs South Carolina on today? Time, TV schedule

    What channel is the Arkansas football vs South Carolina game on tonight? How to watch, including time, TV schedule, live streaming info, game odds.

  5. Magnolia Banner News6 hours ago

    Hogs, Gamecocks meet tonight in SEC action

    FAYETTEVILLE -- A constant concern among coaches presiding over struggling teams is "losing the locker room," an event that can cause player loyalty to fracture and send a bad season spinning further off the rails.

  6. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette8 hours ago

    High school basketball roundups

    FRIDAY'S GAMES

  7. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette8 hours ago

    High school basketball scores

    Friday's scores

  8. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette8 hours ago

    West hangs more than half a hundred on Little Rock Central, winning 54-7

    CENTERTON -- Bentonville West wanted to start the game in the right way against Little Rock Central.

  9. KNWA FOX2410 hours ago

    GAME STORY: No. 19 Arkansas builds big early cushion, fights off second-half surge to outlast in-state foe UCA, 79-66, at BWA

    By Kevin McPherson FAYETTEVILLE — The 19th-ranked Arkansas Razorbacks continue to be a youthful work in progress, and though they won by a double-digit margin, 79-66 over in-state Division 1 foe Central Arkansas on Friday at Bud Walton Arena, their performance checked up well short of stellar. The Razorbacks (3-1) fought off multiple second-half runs

  10. 5NEWS11 hours ago

    Springdale vs Little Rock Christian | Football Friday Night: Playoffs Round 1

    Highlights from the Springdale vs. Little Rock Christian Round 1 playoff matchup on Nov. 13, 2026.

  11. 5NEWS11 hours ago

    Little Rock Central vs Bentonville West | Football Friday Night: Playoffs Round 1

    Highlights from the Little Rock Central vs. Bentonville West Round 1 playoff matchup on Nov. 13, 2026.

    Also reported bykhbs

  12. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette11 hours ago

    Springdale Har-Ber rolls over Cabot in first-round victory

    SPRINGDALE -- On the six-year anniversary of Springdale Har-Ber's last postseason win, the Wildcats put on a show to open play in the Class 7A playoffs.

  13. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette11 hours ago

    Haden Hall throws four touchdown passes in the first as Little Rock Christian downs Springdale

    Little Rock Christian wasted little time in moving Friday night. The Warriors used 31 unanswered first half points to blow by Springdale in the first round of the Class 7A playoffs, taking a 45-6 victory over the Bulldogs at Warrior Field in Little Rock.

  14. Best of Arkansas Sports11 hours ago

    John Calipari Says After Arkansas' UCA Win He's Not Pushing Players At This Point

    After a closer-than-expected win over UCA, John Calipari admitted he's had to flex a familiar coaching muscle with his young team.

    Also reported byKNWA FOX24Arkansas Razorbacks

  15. KTLO11 hours ago

    Arkansas High School football playoff scores

    7A Caobt 0, Springdale Har-Ber 42 Little Rock Central 7, Bentonville West 54 Rogers 31, Bryant 30 Springdale 6, Little Rock Christian 45 6A El Dorado 41, Fort Smith Southside 17 Jonesboro 50, Lake Hamilton 49 OT

  16. KY312 hours ago

    Richmond’s 21 points lead No. 19 Arkansas past Central Arkansas

    Miikka Muurinen had 11 points, two blocks, and three steals for the Razorbacks (3-1).

    Also reported byThe Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  17. khbs12 hours ago

    FAA ground stop disrupts travelers’ plans to get home

    Passengers at Northwest Arkansas National Airport and a Fayetteville man grounded in Dallas described delays and uncertainty during a nationwide flight disruption ordered by the FAA.

  18. khbs12 hours ago

    Farmington defeats Texarkana 60-22 in Class 5A playoff opener

    Farmington defeated Texarkana 60-22 in its Class 5A playoff opener, with quarterback Slade Norwood helping lead the Cardinals’ offense.

  19. khbs12 hours ago

    Har-Ber rolls past Cabot in playoff opener

    The Wildcats advance to face North Little Rock in the 7A State Quarterfinals.

  20. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette12 hours ago

    John Calipari press conference: Arkansas basketball skates by Central Arkansas

    Calipari, Billy Richmond and Jeremiah Wilkinson answered questions after the Razorbacks defeated the Bears.

  21. Arkansas Razorbacks12 hours ago

    Richmond III and Wilkinson Recap Win Over UCA

  22. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette13 hours ago

    Arkansas volleyball drops home match to No. 15 Vanderbilt

    The Commodores took control of the match in the third set to stay in second place in the SEC.

  23. The Courier13 hours ago

    Hogs host No. 20 Gamecocks at Razorback Stadium

    FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas is set to host No. 20 South Carolina Saturday night and once again the opponent has a quarterback who can put the team on his back.

    Also reported bykhbs

  24. khbs13 hours ago

    Realtors stranded in Charlotte driving home to Rogers

    Group rented van after connecting flight was cancelled due to FAA ground stop.

  25. Southwest Times Record14 hours ago

    Check out our Arkansas basketball vs Central Arkansas photo gallery: Best images

  26. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette14 hours ago

    Bentonville City Council, Planning Commission debate future land use plan, zoning code

    BENTONVILLE -- The City Council and Planning Commission are divided on how to review and process property rezoning requests in the context of a new future land use plan and zoning code.

  27. KNWA FOX2415 hours ago

    Northwest Arkansas animal shelters collaborating to better equip shelter staff across the region

    Shelters in the Northwest Arkansas Animal Alliance are coming together for regular trainings for shelter staff members across the region, sharing knowledge and resources in hopes of helping more animals find their forever homes.

  28. khbs15 hours ago

    There’s Still Time to Give to the 40/29 and The Arkansas CW Turkey Drive

    ❤️ Our community came together to help neighbors in need, and there’s still time to make a difference! 🦃 See how you can give.

  29. KNWA FOX2415 hours ago

    NWA’s only Spanish-language print paper to close

    La Prensa Libre AR, the only all-Spanish print newspaper between Northwest Arkansas, Tulsa, Memphis and Kansas City, will stop circulating December 28. Its final edition will publish December 30.

  30. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette15 hours ago

    Ozarks system VA workers fear retaliation for reporting safety concerns, inspectors find

    FAYETTEVILLE -- Fear of retaliation makes employees hesitant to report safety concerns at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks, a report released Friday states.

    Also reported byTHV11

  31. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette16 hours ago

    Summit examines Northwest Arkansas growth trends, new Centerton town center

    FAYETTEVILLE -- Regional leaders on Friday agreed examining the data behind Northwest Arkansas' changing population, economy and development patterns is crucial to understanding where the region is headed.

  32. khbs16 hours ago

    Leron Jackson: A Living Example

    The Springdale senior linebacker leads his team in tackles while navigating hearing loss

  33. KNWA FOX2416 hours ago

    Fearless Friday NWA Scoreboard: Week 11

    Fearless Friday is in full swing across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley for Week 11 of the high school football season!

  34. KNWA FOX2416 hours ago

    Temporary closure scheduled for Fayetteville park during bridge installation project

    Some parts of a park in northern Fayetteville will close next week as the city plans to install a new feature.

  35. Best of Arkansas Sports16 hours ago

    UA Transfer Fulfills Boast That Vols’ Would-Be Troll Couldn’t In Trip to Fayetteville

    TJ Metcalf had himself a belt-snapping time. So did a good chunk of the 12 former Razorbacks who played on Saturday.

  36. Arkansas Razorbacks16 hours ago

    WATCH: Saturdays in the SEC

  37. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette17 hours ago

    WATCH: Unpacking the Issue | Water Needs in Growing Northwest Arkansas

    Northwest Arkansas is growing fast. By 2050, the region is expected to reach a population of 1 million. New homes, new neighborhoods and new businesses are reshaping the region. But all that growth depends on a variety of factors, including one of the basic necessities for life: a reliable supply of clean water. This installment of Unpacking the Issue explores water needs in growing Northwest Arkansas.

  38. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette17 hours ago

    Fayetteville’s Veterans Park to have temporary closure

    FAYETTEVILLE -- Veterans Memorial Park will be partially closed next week for improvements.

  39. KNWA FOX2417 hours ago

    Bentonville's R.E. Baker Elementary School could close

    Also reported by5NEWS

  40. khbs17 hours ago

    Even colder air arrives Saturday morning in Northwest Arkansas, River Valley

    Sub-freezing temperatures settle in again overnight in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

In brief

The short notes of Daily Springdale’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Har-BerSpringdale Har-Ber opened the Class 7A playoffs with a dominant home win over Cabot, scoring 42 points.

    Springdale Har-Ber opened the Class 7A playoffs with a dominant home win over Cabot, scoring 42 points. It came on the six-year anniversary of the Wildcats' last postseason win. Har-Ber now faces North Little Rock in the 7A quarterfinals.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: khbs, Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • BulldogsSpringdale's season ended Friday with a 45-6 loss at Little Rock Christian in the first round of the 7A playoffs.

    Springdale's season ended Friday with a 45-6 loss at Little Rock Christian in the first round of the 7A playoffs. The Warriors used 31 unanswered first-half points, and quarterback Haden Hall threw four first-half touchdown passes. Springdale had lost its final two games by a combined 72-3 before Friday.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: khbs, The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • Leron JacksonSpringdale senior linebacker Leron Jackson leads his team in tackles and ranks among the top 20 players in the state in that category.

    Springdale senior linebacker Leron Jackson leads his team in tackles and ranks among the top 20 players in the state in that category. He was born hard of hearing and has worn hearing aids for most of his life.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: khbs

  • Place SummitRegional leaders wrapped up the Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas' Place Summit in Fayetteville on Friday, focusing on the data behind the region's population, economy and development.

    Regional leaders wrapped up the Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas' Place Summit in Fayetteville on Friday, focusing on the data behind the region's population, economy and development. On Thursday, city and county planning officials took part in a simulation that put them in the role of developers, balancing housing, businesses and park space. Author Marc Dunkelman gave the keynote on the difficulty of completing projects even with support.

    Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSources: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, khbs, Talk Business & Politics

  • VA reportA report released Friday by the VA Office of Inspector General says fear of retaliation makes employees hesitant to report safety concerns at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks.

    A report released Friday by the VA Office of Inspector General says fear of retaliation makes employees hesitant to report safety concerns at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks. Employees in some departments said supervisors or service leaders were perceived as discouraging reports. They said small departments made it easy for leaders to identify who submitted one. Many veterans and their families gathered at the same Fayetteville VA system to celebrate their service.

    Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSources: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, THV11

  • NWA CouncilThe Northwest Arkansas Council held its annual meeting at The Record in downtown Bentonville on Thursday.

    The Northwest Arkansas Council held its annual meeting at The Record in downtown Bentonville on Thursday. CEO Nelson Peacock said the council's Onward FX program saw significant progress on the region's lack of access to early stage capital.

    Around Arkansas · Today’s editionSource: KUAF Public Radio

  • Har-BerSpringdale Har-Ber guard Syniah Coachman made her Sept.

    Springdale Har-Ber guard Syniah Coachman made her Sept. 22 commitment official Wednesday morning at Wildcat Arena, signing her letter of intent to play for the Arkansas women's basketball team. She always wanted to play Division I basketball but didn't want to leave Northwest Arkansas.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Whole Hog Sports

  • HoopsArkansas men's basketball hosts Central Arkansas Friday at 7 p.m.

    Arkansas men's basketball hosts Central Arkansas Friday at 7 p.m. at Bud Walton Arena, and the Razorbacks lead the series 10-0. They won last year's meeting 93-56 and beat Robert Morris 76-53 Wednesday. The game streams on ESPN+ and SEC Network+.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSources: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, KARK

  • VolleyballArkansas volleyball (13-11, 5-8), winners of four of its past six matches, closes the regular season at home in Barnhill Arena.

    Arkansas volleyball (13-11, 5-8), winners of four of its past six matches, closes the regular season at home in Barnhill Arena. No. 15 Vanderbilt visits Friday at 7 p.m., and Missouri comes Sunday at 2 p.m. for Senior Day.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • HelmetsArkansas football will wear patriotic-themed helmet decals Saturday for its Military Appreciation game, with the Razorback logo in a red, white and blue American flag design.

    Arkansas football will wear patriotic-themed helmet decals Saturday for its Military Appreciation game, with the Razorback logo in a red, white and blue American flag design. The Hogs wore them twice before, most recently in a 31-28 win over Mississippi State on Nov. 6, 2021.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • GymnasticsArkansas gymnastics coach Chris Brooks signed five athletes to his first class on National Signing Day, a group ranked No.

    Arkansas gymnastics coach Chris Brooks signed five athletes to his first class on National Signing Day, a group ranked No. 4 by College Gym News. The signees are Arianna Espinoza, Cambry Haynes, Mariah Moore, Camryn Shepard and Karelyn Vega.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette