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Springdale
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Springdale-based coffee shop 7 Brew announced it will open a new walkthrough store at the University of Arkansas campus this fall (exact location and date not yet confirmed). 5 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ AMFA will stage Kaia Kater while Folk Club hosts Kray van Kirk for live music events in Springdale later this week — drawing community fans to vibrant local venues. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Senate President Pro Tempore Bart Hester (R-Cave Springs) said on Wednesday he will not cap the Educational Freedom Account program that helps parents pay for private, parochial or home school tuition. His stance reinforces the state’s commitment to equal education opportunities. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas TV announced it began the process of disaffiliating from PBS after state funding cuts reduced its financial cushion, prompting a review of alternatives while still providing PBS shows through apps (where many programs remain free or low-cost) and delivering emergency alerts plus educational content statewide. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ethan Westerman and Anthony Kristensen of WholeHogSports Daily Podcast break down key questions for Arkansas men’s basketball as teams weigh player returns + transfer portal options ahead of the offseason. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ After Bentonville pitchers shut down Springdale Har-Ber 3-0 early in the game, the Wildcats rallied with a strong comeback that shifted the field's momentum. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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NWA Naturals Home Opener
7:05-9 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the arrival of spring with high-energy baseball and post-game fireworks.
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Hogeye Marathon & Relays
7 AM - 9 AM — Springdale Arkansas — Fundraising event for local charities — Celebrate the 50th annual marathon with a scenic 26.2-mile course.
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Wichita Wind Surge vs. Northwest Arkansas Naturals
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball matchup under the spring sky.
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Swan Lake
7-9:30 p.m. — Pat Walker Theater — Celebrate the first locally produced Swan Lake in Northwest Arkansas performed by the Ozark Ballet Theater.
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Swan Lake Performance
2-4:30 p.m. — Pat Walker Theater — Tickets from $36 to $42 — Experience the magic of this classic ballet performance.
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