Good morning, Springdale.

Soon, Pearson Broadcasting Group will complete the sale of Fort Smith-based KISR as its 93.7 frequency converts to ESPN Arkansas & the programming shifts to 93.1 FM, pending FCC approval with the deal expected this summer.

Northwest Arkansas Community College in Bentonville said it is asking the state to add $8 million annually to address funding inequities as current support falls short.

The Arkansas Health Care Association celebrates the graduation of its first School of Nursing class with 66 nurse students receiving certificates during ceremonies in Little Rock, Rogers + Jonesboro this week.

The graduates will soon take the NCLEX exam to become fully licensed LPNs.

The Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour will take place at Beaver Lake from April 30 through May 3, marking the first national level tournament since 2017 when FLW events visited, and Bentonville's Greg Bohannan expects anglers to target largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass amid shifting water levels.

Arkansas basketball guard Meleek Thomas announced his entry into the NBA Draft Monday on social media and kept his college eligibility, meaning he can return to school before the May-28 withdrawal deadline if he does not receive a first-round grade.

Arkansas baseball third baseman TJ Pompey earned his first SEC player of the week award on Monday after a series where he went 7 for 16 with two home runs against Little Rock and Alabama.

His improved performance (seen last week) boosted his average and confidence.

Prep tight end George VanSandt committed to the Hogs a few days ago after visiting Fayetteville & receiving a scholarship offer from Arkansas.

His decision brings fresh talent to the team.

Arkansas softball pitcher Payton Burnham pitched 14 2/3 scoreless innings over the last two weekends and is set to start Friday against No. 2 Oklahoma.

Coach Courtney Deifel said Burnham’s recovery and improved stamina are expected to boost the Razorbacks’ postseason push.

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.

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.

Swan Lake Performance

2-4:30 p.m. — Pat Walker Theater — Tickets from $36 to $42 — Experience the magic of this classic ballet performance.

Los Inquietos Del Norte Concert

8 PM - 4 AM — Springdale Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of live music and regional sounds with Los Inquietos Del Norte.