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Springdale
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Reddin stepped down Tuesday as director of The Van and The One after citing a medical condition — he founded both nonprofits over a decade ago to serve those in need locally. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rogers-based Harvest Group acquired Austin-based Cartograph Tuesday (April 14) to boost its Amazon business as part of a larger expansion. The deal nearly doubled its Amazon team, strengthening its support for emerging brands. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Tontitown-based Central States Inc. announced that CEO Jim Sliker will move to chairman and veteran executive Kurt Weaver will become CEO on June 1 as the company prepares for its next growth phase. NWA Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The bar at 23 N. Block Avenue is hosting Lost Souls — a tiki-themed pop-up featuring themed drinks, giant shark decor, and a graphic novel tale by local illustrator Gustav Carlson. Special Tiki Dog nights occur on Friday and Saturday through April 26. Fayetteville Flyer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Springdale School District is accepting applications for a vacant Zone 2 School Board seat until May 29 (review district guidelines for details). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn held a press conference — recapping his team's 12-2 win over UAPB in North Little Rock — and highlighted the squad's strong play ahead of upcoming contests. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas football announced that Cal Poly transfer punter Jesse Ehrlich committed Tuesday to join the team, showing off a 43.1-yard punt average and an undefeated block record. The 6-2, 200-pound Australian native is expected to add depth to the squad this season. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Fayetteville linebacker Will Caston committed to Arkansas for the 2027 class on Tuesday. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound athlete picked the Razorbacks over five other schools and ran fast camps; his father Marvin lettered for Arkansas (1996-99). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Christina Long and Tom Murphy discuss challenges in assessing Arkansas football’s 2026 roster on the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast (available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube) as they explain upgraded positions and what coach Ryan Silverfield may need for a promising first season. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ At spring practice No. 10 Tuesday, Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield reversed the usual drill order so media watched closed segments 90 minutes later. The team wrapped the workout with a fun 'War on the Hill' competition & special teams work in cool, overcast conditions. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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Conjunto Invensible and La M Norteña Concert
8 p.m. — Pachanga Night Club — Ticket prices available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of renowned Mexican regional music as Conjunto Invensible and La M Norteña take the stage.
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