Good morning, Springdale.

Gas prices averaged $3.62 per gallon on Thursday in Arkansas as falling oil costs brought relief to Springdale drivers—AAA data shows national averages near $4 a gallon.

Gwen Ford Faulkenberry, an award-winning columnist and educator from Ozark, is celebrated for sharing her family heritage and passion for teaching through her vodcast that highlights local voices.

Her work offers Springdale readers a fresh look at community pride and an education legacy.

Northwest Technical Institute's board approved most tuition and fee increases for the upcoming academic year, setting in-state tuition at $85 and out-of-state at $90 per credit hour, while delaying changes to the nursing graduation fee (to address nurse cost concerns).

Ilia Frolov, an 18-year-old big man, completed his official visit to Arkansas Thursday morning and pledged to join the Razorbacks for the 2026—27 season; ESPN’s recruiting director Paul Biancardi said Frolov impressed scouts with his jump shots and versatile play after his Adidas Euro Camp stint in Italy.

The Arkansas men’s track and field team clinched its 44th national championship when the red flag above John McDonnell Field was updated to 53—marking 53 combined national titles for men and women—during a ceremony on Thursday, June 18.

Athletics director Hunter Yurachek praised new head coach Doug Case’s leadership as the program builds on this success.

Mariners pitching prospect Kade Anderson impressed Travelers fans in a recent doubleheader by striking out six in 6+ innings and earning Texas League pitcher of the week honors, while the team plans to keep him at Class AA until injuries prompt a potential call-up later this season.

Arkansas softball signed Boston transfer outfielder Kylie Doherty on Thursday.

The 5 ft 8 Patriot League Player of the Year, who hit .404 and set program records with the Terriers, joins as the third transfer addition for the Razorbacks this offseason.

Kendall Yarnell, a 5-foot-9 transfer player from Kansas who hit .344 with 15 home runs at UCF last season, announced her commitment to Arkansas softball on Thursday through social media—making her the fourth transfer addition as she visited the Razorbacks on Wednesday.

Lucinda Williams Concert

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of three-time Grammy Winner Lucinda Williams on her current tour.

Midland RockHounds vs. Northwest Arkansas Naturals

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting baseball showdown as the RockHounds take on the Naturals.