Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Good morning, Rogers.
Northwest Arkansas National Airport announced a nonstop flight to Pensacola starting in September — Breeze Airways will operate flights on Thursdays and Sundays, beginning September 4 — to expand travel options in the region.
Replacement IDs and licenses will temporarily be processed online starting Monday — a change due to REAL ID processing — as announced by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.
The Rogers DMV was crowded on Wednesday as residents rushed to get a REAL ID because it is the first day that a REAL ID or passport is needed for air travel.
Officials from the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration said that around 10,000 IDs are issued daily — many customers had to leave due to long wait times.
Bri Ellis, a senior first baseman from Houston, hit a walk-off grand slam against Georgia in Athens that broke Arkansas’s season home run record and set a new RBI record at 72—surpassing previous marks.
She will get more chances in upcoming SEC and NCAA Tournament games to further challenge the conference record.
Matt Jones and Christina Long discussed Wehiwa Aloy's player of the year candidacy and the Razorbacks chance for a top 8 seed on their weekday podcast—Marty Burlsworth joined to explain the history and plans for the annual Burlsworth Football Camps held each May.
Summer Sports Camp Soccer for Ages 7-15
8 AM – 11 AM — Forester Park — Registration required — Enhance your soccer skills before the fall season with expert coaching.
Simple Minds Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets from $54 — Experience the iconic sounds of Simple Minds live in Rogers, AR.
Thomas Rhett Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets starting at $57 — Enjoy an evening of country music with Thomas Rhett under the stars.
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