Good morning, Springdale.

Outdoor Saturday events are set throughout the area with Springdale’s Jones Center hosting a summer campout (with live music, a movie and campfire cooking) Friday and Saturday, and free astronomy night scheduled at Hobbs State Park starting at 6:30 p.m. Additional cleanups and walks are available nearby.

Drivers noted that the new highway connector, opened just before Labor Day weekend, saved valuable minutes on trips to Northwest Arkansas National Airport.

The route links Highway 642 with the Springdale Northern Bypass (now Interstate 42) as part of a $400 million project.

Bentonville Tigers maintained their top ranking with a 20 to 14 win over Conway on Friday as quarterback Evan Canode and receiver Sam Dunn made key plays.

They will host Springdale Har-Ber on Sept. 25 to begin 7A-West play (this victory adds to their record against No. 2 teams).

Coach Ryan Silverfield said the Razorbacks need a creative plan to boost their run game after averaging just 3 yards per carry in a 31-14 win over North Alabama, and the team will face No. 21 Utah (Saturday at 9:15 p.m. in Salt Lake City).

Arkansas Razorbacks defeated North Alabama 31-14 on Saturday at Reynolds Razorback Stadium.

Coach Ryan Silverfield’s team showed strong defense but faced penalties and turnovers that dampened their season opener.

Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield previewed the Razorbacks’ upcoming Week 2 contest at Utah during a press conference—explaining team strategy and key matchups as the team prepares for the game.