Good morning, Springdale.

Legacy Bank appointed co-CEOs Carl George and Charles George of George’s Inc. to its board on Thursday, Oct.

8 (their grandfather and father helped found the bank) as the bank builds on a long family tradition.

Local journalists and students will perform skits in Springdale at the annual NWA Gridiron Show on Oct.

29-30 at The Jones Center — 922 E. Emma Ave., raising funds for journalism scholarships. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m.

Producers Rice Mill in Stuttgart remains busy handling up to 400 trucks a day despite projections of the lowest long-grain acreage since 1977.

Mill President Keith Glover said high input costs & rising diesel prices have tightened volumes, which could affect shipment logistics this harvest.

The University of Arkansas College of Engineering has launched Vision 2035, a 10-year plan to boost local engineering talent by starting a three-year STEM Roots program in six counties.

The initiative aims to add 1,300 STEM-ready graduates + improved scholarships and faculty to close a growing workforce gap.

Lindsay Rankin, a Bernice Young Elementary special education teacher, was named the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year on Thursday morning at the school with Gov. Sarah Sanders and Education Secretary Jacob Oliva present, recognizing her commitment to inclusive learning for all students.

The Arkansas Department of Health hosts a free maternal and women's health event Saturday at the Jones Center (922 E.

Emma Ave.) where local families can meet care providers, ask questions, and receive size one diapers and baby wipes on a first-come basis.

A new guide highlights over 150 things to do in Northwest Arkansas featuring outdoor recreation, family fun, nightlife and museums.

The resource covers Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers and Springdale and lists activities reachable within an hour of travel.

Arkansas volleyball hosts No. 9 Texas at Barnhill Arena today at 7 p.m. and will play No. 12 Texas A&M Sunday at noon, marking their first four straight home matches as they aim to break a SEC losing streak.

Former Arkansas football star Felix Jones (2007 All-American) was named to the 2026 SEC Football Legends class and will be honored at the SEC Football Weekend of Champions on Dec.

4 to 5 in Atlanta.