Friday, May 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Audrey Rousseau celebrated her 103rd birthday at a bank in Centerton today and shared her simple tips for a long life. She said she eats right, walks every day, reads, and does puzzles (her advice for staying active) to help others keep healthy. 4029 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lincoln man was arrested on May 11 after he allegedly ran over a man on Chamber Springs Road near Siloam Springs—he faces charges of aggravated assault and first-degree battery and is held on a $100,000 bond—with a court appearance set for June 16. KNWA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Virtual Academy plans to welcome hundreds more students this fall after the state's Charter Authorizing Panel recommended a 1,500-student cap increase on Thursday—this move will let the academy expand its enrollment for the coming term. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Springdale School Board approved pay raises for district employees that will take effect next year — it also approved a $200,000 purchase of a home near Treehouse Pantry to support school operations. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Springdale School Board approved pay raises for school district employees that will take effect next year and approved the $200,000 purchase of a home near Treehouse Pantry — a move that will support district needs. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville attorney Max Deitchler resigned from his Washington County Election Commission seat after serving since 2014 — he is now considering a run for the state House. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Majo Aguilar Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Enjoy great music and drinks with friends at this all-ages event.
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2025 Springdale Rotary Pig Trail Mud Run
8 AM — Ecclesia College — Cost info not provided — Tackle over 20 obstacles and enjoy the thrill of a muddy 5K race.
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