Good morning, Springdale.

Arkansas Tech University–Ozark campus has been awarded more than $1.3 million in a U.S. Department of Education grant to support student services for first-generation, low-income, and disabled students.

The new grant will extend support, mentorship, and counseling until 2030—helping boost college retention and graduation rates.

Arkansas health insurers have proposed a 26.2% rate increase for individual plans in 2026 covering ARHOME & healthcare.gov enrollees, a jump from last year's 6.2% rise.

The higher rates, driven by the ending of enhanced premium tax credits and rising medical costs, must be approved by the Insurance Commissioner before taking effect on Jan 1.

La Torcia Brick Oven Pizza, set in a former gas station and open since around 2004, serves pizzas, sandwiches, pasta and a unique dish called panuzzo that many locals enjoy in Springdale.

Its menu shows choices beyond typical pies — with options like gluten-free crusts and creative toppings — that make it a standout spot.

On Saturday evening, the local wrestling community in Rogers honored Kevin Nikel—known as Ivan Warsaw—as other wrestlers stepped in at the Rogers Convention Center after he was shot and killed earlier this month in the Beaver Shores area.

Furniture Friends Fundraiser Ballgame

7:05-9 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — $12 per person — Enjoy an exciting baseball game while supporting local charity efforts.

Author Talk: Connie Cottingham

2-3 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Discover local activities with author Connie Cottingham as she shares insights from her book about Bentonville and Rogers.