Good morning, Springdale.

Community Clinic and the Fayetteville/Springdale Elks Lodge kicked off Red Ribbon Week on Oct23 by hosting speakers Ray Lozano and Dahlia Lozano at six area schools and the Boys and Girls Club of Fayetteville—teaching youth about drug awareness—while sharing drug prevention details with seven school districts. The American Red Cross is urging blood donors with events and incentives from Oct27 to Nov16.

Local storytellers in Springdale are shifting their focus to Ozark folklore—drawing inspiration from forgotten places and restless spirits as the cool autumn air sets in, a trend that brings a new eerie twist to their work.

Violent Ends — a revenge thriller directed and written by John-Michael Powell — is set in the hollers of the Ozarks and features complex Arkansan characters with intense scenes that leave a lasting impact on viewers.

Award-winning features writer Monica Hooper highlighted the film’s vivid violence as a tool to draw the audience into its gritty world.

Ozark Regional Transit is ready to install 24 new bus shelters in Springdale and across Benton and Washington counties to offer riders safe, comfortable stops (cities must provide concrete pads for installation).

Arkansas lost 33-24 to Auburn yesterday as senior tight end Rohan Jones gained 127 yards on three catches and set a milestone as the first tight end with multiple 100-yard games since 2015—while junior defensive lineman Quincy Rhodes Jr. recorded two sacks and redshirt senior Kani Walker made nine tackles including an interception returned for a touchdown.

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.

Johnny Molina in Concert

9 p.m. — VIBRA NIGHT CLUB — Tickets available — Experience a night of live music featuring Johnny Molina and his father Aniceto's hits.

Sassafras Succulent Pumpkin Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Sassafras Springs Vineyard and Winery — $40 per person — Create your own succulent pumpkin while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine.

The Pickleball DRS Christmas Classic 2025

3 AM – 8 AM — Springdale Recreation Center — Cost not specified — Compete in an exciting all-ages pickleball tournament in Springdale.