Saturday, July 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Equestrian Bridges in Rogers relaunched its Trailblazers program on Thursday to offer equine therapy to veterans who served the country. The nonprofit seeks volunteers to join the program as it works to help veterans heal. KNWA
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Springdale police ended their investigation into a June drowning at Shaw Family Park when a 6-year-old boy went missing and was later found unresponsive in a pond—he was taken to the hospital and died with no charges filed. KNWA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Single Parent Scholarship Fund of NWA named Frankie Rankin its new CEO on July 24 — she replaces Tyler Clark who resigned in January and will lead efforts to expand scholarship programs while the nonprofit moves forward with a $7 million campaign for a new headquarters in Springdale. NWA Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Elkins issued a first-degree murder warrant for 31-year-old Cade Malvern Becton—accused in the December shooting death of Anastasia "Asia" Turner—after evidence tied him to the fatal incident and he is already held on firearm possession charges. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four: First Steps opened locally on July 25 and has been praised for capturing the family feel of the comics with Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and others leading a thrilling adventure that sets up future Marvel connections—Critics highlight its retro 1960s style and engaging action as the film marks a new chapter for the iconic heroes. Fayetteville Flyer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kayaking in Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri stays popular as rivers like the Buffalo, Kings, Elk, and Illinois offer both calm floats and whitewater thrills for paddlers of every level. Local outfitters require life jackets and offer rentals to keep these water adventures safe — a measure that supports fun and caution for everyone. Northwest Arkansas Travel Guide
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Major League Fishing will return its Bass Pro Tour to Beaver Lake from April 30–May 3, 2026, where 51 top anglers will compete for $150,000 in prize money and season-long points. The event in Rogers is expected to boost the local economy — hotels, restaurants and gas stations will see increased business — as family-friendly watch parties bring fans together. 5 News
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Furniture Friends Fundraiser Ballgame
7:05-9 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — $12 per person — Enjoy an exciting baseball game while supporting local charity efforts.
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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.
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