Good morning, Springdale.

Washington County lifted its burn ban Friday after recent rainfall eased dry conditions.

The county said it would monitor wildfire risks for the next 10 days and may reinstate the ban if conditions worsen — officials urge safe burning practices.

Gardening expert Janet Carson (retired UA Cooperative Extension specialist) explained that high heat caused peony bushes to brown and stressed Hinoki cypress, advising gardeners to prune spent hydrangea blooms and monitor nutgrass when using new compost.

Local gardeners in Springdale are advised to clean up fallen leaves and spent vegetables while planting pansies, violas, and gourds as October cools down — these steps help boost fall color and winter plant health.

Experts recommend proper watering and sanitation to support recovery from this summer's drought.

Arkansas baseball will host Little Rock in a doubleheader exhibition game today at 5 p.m. at Baum-Walker Stadium as part of the Diamond Classic (tickets range from $17 to $27), even as the baseball game overlaps with the football game against Texas A&M.

The Razorbacks face Texas A&M today at 6 p.m. in College Station as part of an eight-game SEC slate; coach Ryan Silverfield aims to extend the series lead of 42-37-3 against the Aggies.

Springdale Har-Ber defeated Rogers Heritage 45-12 on Friday night at Wildcat Stadium as Brice Owens threw three first-quarter touchdowns — completing 10-of-12 passes for 163 yards and scoring an 18-yard rush — while the team forced three turnovers.

The Arkansas volleyball team lost 3-1 to Georgia on Friday in its second straight SEC match, despite winning the opening set.

The Razorbacks will face South Carolina on Sunday at noon as they continue their road trip.

Arkansas’ soccer team played Missouri on Friday at Razorback Field and saw a last-second goal disallowed, turning a near win into a 1+1 draw.

The team now faces pressure to improve consistency as they navigate postseason challenges.