Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Rogers.
Residents in Rogers can join the USPS annual 'Stamp Out Hunger' food drive on Saturday, May 9, by placing non-perishable items next to their mailbox or dropping them off at the local post office (marking the drive's 33rd year as the nation’s largest one-day effort).
Walton Arts Center announced student finalists for the 2025-26 Diamond Awards and will hold a ceremony on Saturday, May 23 at 5 pm, featuring school performances in categories (best actor, best supporting, and ensemble) while honoring an arts educator with the Sparkle Award.
Valery Saul, the Arkansas Symphony’s associate conductor, is set to lead the Masterworks concerts season finale this weekend—replacing the guest conductor.
Studio On The Block is marking a new chapter in local theater with a play that starts when a screenplay falls unexpectedly into two actors' hands (fueling creative collaboration) and showcases innovative artistic efforts in our community.
Erin Rowe, founder of Ozark Culinary Tours and author of An Ozark Culinary History, leads food tours that let locals experience Northwest Arkansas culinary traditions.
Her work connects people to place and brings historic flavors to life.
The City of Rogers hosts a topping out ceremony for the new Fire Station 4 today at 2:30 p.m. at 2424 W Olive Street—city leaders will mark the milestone with remarks and a beam signing to boost emergency response as the area grows.
A blood drive is scheduled at First United Methodist Church in downtown Rogers — interested donors can sign up online.
The event was announced on Wed, Apr. 29.
Bentonville and Bentonville West tied 2 to 2 Wednesday evening at the Tiger Athletic Complex after key goals by Chloe McCory and Addie Sharp and an own goal that evened the score.
Both teams will face Springdale opponents Friday as they vie for tighter standings.
The WholeHogSports Daily Podcast featured former tennis pro Patrick McEnroe and Matt Brown from Extra Points discussing the Razorbacks' decision to cut the men’s and women’s tennis programs, and the conversation examined the impact on local tennis in Arkansas.
Jim Gaffigan Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with the eight-time Grammy nominated comedian and top touring performer.
Concert with Wilco
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $37-$147 — Enjoy an evening with Wilco, a pioneering band in independent music with Grammy-winning talents.
Railyard Live Concert Series: Tributes to Iconic Bands
7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Free entry — Enjoy tribute performances to Alanis Morissette, Green Day, and Third Eye Blind in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Zacarias Ferreira Live Concert
9 p.m. — VIBRA NIGHT CLUB — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of regional music with Zacarias Ferreira.
Open Stage Night
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Music Depot — $5 cover — A collaborative night for artists to showcase their talents and jam together.
Dave Matthews Band Summer Tour
7:30 PM — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the rhythm of the road with the iconic Dave Matthews Band in an energetic live performance.
PawPalooza Adoption Event
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with local adoptions and pet-friendly activities.
Cole Phillips Concert
7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Ticketed event — Enjoy the raw authenticity and powerful vocals of rising country star Cole Phillips.
Black Crowes Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-bending sounds of the Black Crowes in their electrifying live show.
Taylorville - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
8-11 p.m. — The Walmart AMP, 5079 W Northgate Rd, Rogers, AR — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in a night of Taylor Swift's chart-topping hits and cherished deep cuts.
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