Good morning, Springdale.

Organizers held the Rodeo of the Ozarks as scheduled Thursday despite rain leaving parts of the arena muddy — gates opened at 6 p.m. with main events starting at 7:30 p.m. while weather conditions were closely monitored and guests were advised to bring rain gear.

AAA predicts record-breaking Fourth of July travel from Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, July 5.

Travelers in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley are advised to leave early and check vehicle battery + tires as storms may delay their trips.

Walmart manager Leo Garcia used training from a Google AI certification course to build an app that helps truck drivers find extra loads and get home sooner; Walmart is reviewing the tool for broader use and plans to train its workforce in AI.

ReCap Ventures, a New York-based real estate firm, bought Robinson Park apartments on Columbia Place in Lowell for $4.8M in late May.

The four two-story buildings house 33 units and add to the firm's portfolio of over 900 units in Northwest Arkansas.

Arkansas basketball will host 2027 big man Caleb Ourigou for his official visit starting today — coach Calipari expects him to impress after strong camp play.

Earlier, Little Rock Parkview running back Sadiq Goji, who received a scholarship offer, said his visit left a positive impression.

Matt Jones and Christina Long featured on the WholeHogSportsPodcast discussing a busy week for Arkansas sports.

They covered Razorback Stadium naming rights, NBA Draft updates and offseason baseball developments for local fans.

Stanley Peters, a 3-star defensive back from Seminary, committed to Arkansas football yesterday at the Opening event at Nike headquarters in Beaverton, Ore+ beating out offers from Ole Miss and Mississippi State following a campus visit to Fayetteville from June 5 to 7.

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.

Anastasia The Musical

Various times — Arts One Presents — $25-$45 — Experience a dazzling journey from the twilight of the Russian Empire to 1920s Paris with a brave young woman's quest to discover her past.