Good morning, Springdale.

Walmart said it will remove synthetic dyes and additives from about 1,000 private label products—including brands like Marketside, bettergoods, Freshness Guaranteed and Great Value—by January 2027, replacing them with natural ingredients.

Officials at the Culinary Innovation Center in Bentonville showed reformulated items that use natural color sources, joining other major food companies in addressing health concerns.

Southwest Junior High School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday after students began classes in the new 153,868 sq-ft building last year, and local leaders celebrated the $46.7 million project completed by Baldwin & Shell Construction Co. The modern facility offers new classrooms, a library, a gym, and multipurpose spaces to enhance student learning.

A Springdale woman said her bad experiences with caregivers during her parents' home care have led her to push for changes to Arkansas law—she plans to work with lawmakers to improve care for families.

Pinnacle Hills Promenade in Rogers is hosting a Pink Bag event with the Cancer Challenge today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the event will provide (150 free pink bags) to cancer survivors along with crafts, information, and local resources.

Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman answered questions from the WholeHogSports message boards—offering predictions for this weekend’s college football games.

On Friday at 8 p.m. at Bud Walton Arena — Dylan Earl performed his album release show 'Level-Headed Even Smile' while head coach Calipari introduced the Razorback team with contests like three-point shooting and dunk competitions.

The event offered free entertainment and set the stage for the team as they prepared for their October 11 game against Tennessee.

On Friday-night, Bentonville West’s VJ Warren led his team to a win over Springdale with a performance that impressed local fans.

Arkansas Symbols Day at Shiloh Museum

8:30 a.m. — Shiloh Museum — Volunteer opportunity — Help engage young students with the state bird, the Mockingbird, at this educational outreach event.

Fall Fun at Farmland Adventures

3-9 p.m. — Farmland Adventures — Ticket required — Enjoy a giant corn maze, pumpkin picking, pony rides, and family-friendly activities this fall.

35th Annual Ozark Regional Arts & Crafts Festival

9 AM – 8 PM — Northwest Arkansas Convention Center — $18.6M predicted spend — Celebrate local artistry with a wide array of handcrafted goods at this beloved festival.

Halloween Boxing Show

6-10:30 p.m. — Springdale Civic Center — Costumes encouraged — Experience a night of boxing, community fun, and trick-or-treat festivities.

Gobbler Race Series 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

8 a.m. — Shaw Family Park, Springdale, AR — Registration required — Lace up your running shoes for a festive community challenge with 5K, 10K, and half marathon options.