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Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

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Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • AQ Chicken House is hiring about 80 employees for its new downtown location, with in-person interviews starting Wednesday, May 6 at 100 W. Emma Ave. (Walk-ins are welcome, but online applicants receive priority).  NWA Business Journal
  • Tyson Foods Inc., based in Springdale, posted a turnaround profit of $260M for its second quarter on Monday even as its beef segment faced rising losses.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

CULTURE NEWS

  • A postcard from 1908 shows a letter from Springdale that tells Little Bill about picking cotton and school with teacher Walter, while a Frisco train arrived at the depot with a wagon ready to load freight — a historical snapshot shared by Ray Hanley of Arkansas Postcard Past.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
  • A decade after its launch, the Arkansas Quilt Trail now displays colorful outdoor art in nearly one third of the state’s 75 counties, inviting residents to explore local installations.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Gas prices have climbed by 30 cents per gallon in the past week (according to AAA), and local businesses face rising costs that may affect operations. Firms continue to adjust their strategies to remain competitive in today’s market.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
  • On Monday, Entergy Corp. and Entergy Arkansas leaders discussed upgrading power infrastructure to support industrial growth, attract new customers, and keep rates affordable; the companies plan to share further strategy details soon.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A state Senate committee approved Girls State and an alternative conference for high school students yesterday — giving them access to the chamber floor to explore legislative processes. The measure will offer a hands-on leadership experience for future civic leaders.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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