Good morning, Springdale.

USDA announced the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers Program to help small and mid-sized beef processors in Arkansas with up to $500 million in aid.

The program will support independent plants amid low cattle supplies and rising beef prices (processors must be U.S. owned) to keep local supply chains strong.

Residents can celebrate the Fourth of July weekend with cultural events around the area.

Highlights include an opera series at Inspiration Point Center in Eureka Springs, a free Block Party in Springdale on July 11, and summer movie nights at Shaw Family Park on July 10.

Community Clinic in Springdale announced plans to acquire Baptist Health primary care clinics in Fort Smith, Van Buren, Alma & Greenwood pending regulatory approval.

The expansion will bring whole-person care to the River Valley once finalized.

Defensive back Rashaad Silver, a 3-star recruit from Decatur, committed Wednesday to join Arkansas football.

He visited campus on April 4 and in early June, and he chose the Razorbacks over scholarship offers from multiple schools.

Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn was elected to the ABCA Hall of Fame and will be inducted Jan.

8 at the ABCA Convention in Chicago. He becomes the second home-state coach to receive the honor.

Last night, Springdale fans gathered at a local venue to watch Team USA in their World Cup round of 32 match.

The crowd, filled with red, white & blue, cheered as supporters hoped for the team's first knockout win since 2002.

The Arkansas track and field teams have made roster moves since the season ended less than three weeks ago by signing 11 new male athletes (including transfers from the SEC) and nine new female athletes (with power conference additions).

Freshman Kyiah Prestridge has become a key player for Arkansas women's basketball after joining in August 2025, showing strong work ethic and versatility.

Coach Musick praised her unique skills (playing both inside and outside) and noted she adds extra flexibility (as a mismatch player) to the offense.

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.