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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic on Interstate 49 in Fayetteville slowed sharply after a multi-vehicle crash near exit 66 on April 24 at 7:16 a.m.—injuries were reported, but their severity remains unknown. KNWA
- ➤ Firetrucks have blocked all northbound lanes of I-49— a multivehicle crash near mile marker 65 has resulted in injuries and involves a commercial vehicle, according to the transportation department. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lowell-based J.B. Hunt Transport Services held its annual shareholders meeting on April 24th where proposals were approved by at least 90% of shareholders and former Walmart executive Brett Biggs was elected to the board—CEO Shelley Simpson reviewed strong 2024 records and set priorities for scaling investments and boosting returns in 2025. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Springdale-based Tyson Foods agreed to pay $50 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging pork price fixing from 2014 to 2018—ending its involvement in the long-running litigation without admitting wrongdoing. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Leaders from the Northwest Arkansas Council and University of Central Arkansas held an educational roundtable at the Fayetteville Town Center on Wednesday to discuss how local colleges prepare students for work—focusing on workforce readiness and community growth. Panelists from UCA, the University of Arkansas and Northwest Arkansas Community College shared insights on how higher education can meet the needs of the region. KNWA
- ➤ NorthWest Arkansas Community College held a roundtable yesterday to reveal a 25-year plan that will add student and faculty housing, academic buildings, and three new sports teams—costing over $1 billion while keeping fees and tuition the same. The college expects enrollment to grow to 30,000 and plans to break ground soon. KNWA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Arkansas football coach Sam Pittman said he will breathe a huge sigh of relief when the NCAA spring transfer portal closes at midnight today—he noted that the Razorbacks have made several moves, including signing Florida State quarterback Trever Jackson, as they work to reach 85 roster spots after quarterback Madden Iamaleava entered the portal. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Demo Derby
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