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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ 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. 4029 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ 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. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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8 AM – 11 AM — Forester Park — Registration required — Enhance your soccer skills before the fall season with expert coaching.
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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.
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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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