Daily
Springdale
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Springdale. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement and nonprofit groups in Northwest Arkansas urged residents to plan safe trick-or-treat routes and avoid homes of high-risk offenders after authorities released lists of addresses. Community organizers scheduled family events — including a carnival and a pet-friendly celebration — to help make Halloween fun and secure. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the University of Arkansas Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences revised its mission statement to focus on training adaptable and curious leaders who can meet modern challenges. The new statement was developed after over 115 hours of discussion with 19 schools and will guide future plans to expand student opportunities and research that benefits society — a change aimed at preparing students for a complex world. KNWA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local residents with ties to Jamaica are closely watching Hurricane Melissa as the Category 5 storm is forecast to hit Jamaica by tomorrow morning—Dominique Blake, a Fayetteville business owner and former Olympian, said she keeps in touch with loved ones using cell phones and FaceTime. 4029 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An official from the Arkansas Department of Health said the WIC program for low-income women and children is running on carry-forward dollars and may only operate until mid-November if the government shutdown continues. He noted that the program costs about $5 million a month and received a $300 million lifeline from the White House & may need more funding to keep benefits running. KNWA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide from the Northwest Arkansas Travel Guide lists the best restaurants in the region—covering Bentonville, Eureka Springs, Rogers and Springdale. It features local favorites like MJ Pizzeria and Susan’s Restaurant, which are praised for their quality meals. Northwest Arkansas Travel Guide
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Matt Jones and Christina Long discussed the Razorbacks' 33-24 loss to Auburn—while noting coaching changes as Arkansas seeks a new coach. Anthony Kristensen explained the team beat Cincinnati on Friday and played an exhibition game in Memphis on Monday night. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas' 14th-ranked Razorbacks played against Memphis in a preseason exhibition game at FedEx Forum Monday night at 8:25 p.m. on ESPNU—coach John Calipari returned to the arena for the first time since coaching Memphis as the team prepared for its season opener. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
-
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.
-
15th Annual Downtown Springdale Turkey Trot
8-10 a.m. — Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square — Registration fee varies — Support the Springdale High School Bulldog Football program through a fun 5K and 1-mile run.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You have to go through the slow to find the fast.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Springdale
Welcome to the Daily Springdale, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Springdale, Arkansas community. If you like the Daily Springdale, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Springdale.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Springdale and across Arkansas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Springdale
A free Springdale community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyspringdale.com/sitemap