Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Springdale.
Chai, a shy one-year-old labrador-husky mix weighing 54 pounds, is ready for adoption at the Washington County Animal Shelter (2859 S.
Tim Helder Drive, Fayetteville, Ark). Interested adopters can call 479-695-3450 or apply online.
In April, the Arkansas Department of Commerce reported that unemployment stayed at 4.3% as the civilian labor force dropped by 853 workers and employment reached record highs; the figures show mixed job market trends — fewer unemployed amid lower workforce participation.
A new 130-acre development, Trade Winds, in Springdale will build 170 single-family homes + 171 townhomes and 55,000 sqft of retail space.
Groundbreaking occurred on April 24 and developers plan to finish 70 homes by the end of 2027 to meet regional housing demand.
Arkansas softball player Dakota Kennedy went 3 for 4 with 3 RBI in Friday's NCAA (Super Regional) at Bogle Park, powering a 14-5 run-rule win over Duke.
Her postseason average climbed to .579 as she keeps the Razorbacks one win away from the Women’s College World Series.
Springdale Har-Ber rallied with six unanswered runs in the fourth and fifth innings to beat Bryant 6-2 in the Class 6A state baseball final at Majestic Park.
Brooks Baxendale went 3 for 3 and earned MVP honors as the Wildcats overcame an early two-run deficit.
Coach Dave Van Horn and players Camden Kozeal and Gabe Gaeckle recapped the Razorbacks' SEC Tournament win over Texas on Friday during a press conference, sharing key game details with reporters.
Arkansas softball coach Courtney Deifel & players Karlie Davison, Tianna Bell & Dakota Kennedy recapped the Razorbacks' Game 1 win over Duke during the NCAA Fayetteville Super Regional on Friday, May 22 at Bogle Park in Fayetteville.
2026 Springdale Rotary Pig Trail Mud Run
8 AM – 1 PM — Ecclesia College — Ticket prices start at $89 — Get muddy and tackle 20+ obstacles for a great cause.
Nike Volleyball Camp at University of Arkansas
9 a.m. — University Recreation + Wellness, Fayetteville, AR — $455 — Elevate your game with expert coaching and classroom sessions at this enriching girls' volleyball camp.
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