Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
Good morning, Springdale.
This weekend’s winter storm pushed hundreds into warming centers; Saved By Grace Church in Springdale opened Sunday night to serve 65 people and now needs supplies, while CREW shelters will pause on Wednesday and Thursday to reset before reopening Friday ahead of a cold front.
The Springdale Senior Center closed early Sunday when a sprinkler malfunction flooded the facility with nearly ankle-deep water at 2:30 a.m.; firefighters used squeegees to clear the water and repairs are underway so the center should reopen in a few days (Captain Justin Pinkley provided details).
Capital Factory launched Station NWA in Bentonville to support innovation in supply chain, logistics and manufacturing thanks to a $1.5 million Walton Family Foundation grant.
The nonprofit hub is hiring an executive director to develop startup mentoring, educational programs and investor engagement.
TheatreSquared stages comedy 'The Book Club Play' from today with previews at 7:30 p.m., opening Friday, Jan.
30 at T2 until Feb. 15 as the play explores group dynamics in a fun book club setting and features related events like a book fair on Jan. 31.
Apple Seeds Teaching Farm will add new locations in Northwest and central Arkansas to meet growing demand for hands-on food education.
The nonprofit, based in Fayetteville, serves more than 20,000 students yearly and shares fresh produce with families in need.
The Arkansas Public Service Commission approved a 23% rate hike that will increase a typical SWEPCO bill from $76 to $94 starting in February.
The new rates come after local concerns over spending on the Flint Creek Power Plant (SWEPCO will study retiring the plant and pursuing cleaner energy).
Hospitals in Rogers report a spike in emergency room visits after icy weather led to slips and falls during brief trips outdoors—officials say about 20 patients are treated daily and warn older adults and infants face extra risks from both outdoor falls and indoor hazards.
Winter weather delayed the 6A-West Conference girls race scheduled for today, which may complicate the upcoming league schedule as teams adjust their plans.
Coaches hope improved conditions will allow the race to be played later.
The Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball team won 83-79 over Oklahoma on Tuesday night in Norman after Trevon Brazile blocked a crucial shot & secured the first Norman win since Dec.
10, 1977. Freshman guard Meleek Thomas added key free throws as the team rallied late in the game.
Record-breaking quarterbacks Kane Archer of Greenwood and Jeff Regan of Rogers were named to the Scott McDonald/Arkansas Sports Media Super Team+ the honor recognizes their achievements in local football as voted by regional sports media.
Arkansas Razorbacks are set to face Oklahoma Sooners today at 6 p.m. at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, coming off two road losses + aiming to snap their losing streak and improve defense while marking their first visit to Norman since December 2011.
Galentines Celebration at Topgolf
6-9 p.m. — Topgolf Rogers — Free entry — Celebrate friendship with games and fun at this lively opening event of the year.
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