Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
Good morning, Rogers.
Arkansas’s general revenue collections increased by $39.3 million in May to reach $624.6 million from stronger individual and sales tax receipts, and the figures exceeded forecasts by $9.7 million, according to the state Department of Finance and Administration (indicating stable economic growth).
Arkansans submitted 54,442 applications for Educational Freedom Accounts ahead of the 2026-27 school year as the state closed the window on Monday.
The program offers funds for tuition and homeschool costs while critics say it may not fully support public schools.
Officials approved the final design for a western concourse expansion and a new parking deck as part of the nearly complete $36M terminal renovation at the airport.
Construction will begin this fall with the concourse expected by fall 2028, and the board also approved buying 100 acres for future expansion.
Arkansas men's basketball team is set to begin a multi-year series against Arizona on Dec.
19 at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix as part of the Naismith Hall of Fame Series, with additional games scheduled in the 2027-28 and 2028-29 seasons and a likely fourth game in the 2029-30 season.
Benton guard Peyton Bolding (class of 2027) is featured as an in-state prospect who impressed with steady scoring and leadership last season, posting 10 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists per game while helping his team remain undefeated in conference play and attracting interest from Arkansas Tech and Ouachita Baptist.
HARDY Concert at Walmart AMP
7-8:30 p.m. — Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion — Ticket info available — Experience a night of live music with HARDY in Rogers, AR.
Mumford & Sons Concert
7:30-9:00 PM — The Walmart AMP — Cost info TBA — Experience the uplifting folk sounds of Mumford & Sons with special guest Dylan Gossett.
AdventureCon 2026
— Fri, Jun 12 – Sun, Jun 14 — Rogers Convention Center — Entry fee information pending — Explore a whimsical forest of board games and tabletop gaming at this annual gathering.
Second Time Around Music
7-11 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Check the box for a night of high-energy covers from the ‘80s, ‘90s, and 2000s with Second Time Around!
Bob Dylan Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets available — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan live with special guest Lucinda Williams.
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