Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Families in our area have many outdoor events coming soon — a slingshot session at 2 p.m. Thursday in Springdale to prep for a marksmanship challenge, a fishing fun day at Shaw Family Park at 9 a.m. Friday, and free used fishing reels at Hunt Family Nature Center.
Additional events include a free fly fishing class for teachers at Bentonville West High School on Aug 6, a family hike at Devil’s Den State Park at 9 a.m. on Aug 8, a duck-hunting program on Aug 9 in Springdale, a grass carp removal contest in Bella Vista lakes, and volunteer shifts at Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area.
🏈 Sports
Arkansas has scheduled a football game with North Alabama on September 5 in Fayetteville — the contract was found through a FOIA request and the matchup is expected to serve as the season opener during Labor Day Weekend.
The game is part of a 2026 nonconference slate that also includes games at Utah, Memphis and Tulsa.
🎉 Rogers Events
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The Ghost Inside
7-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy show from multi-platinum Danish rock band Volbeat blending hard rock with elements of punk and metal.
NW Section Scholarship Bowling Tournament
12-7 p.m. — Fast Lane Entertainment — Entry fee applies — Join the excitement at the 12th Annual NWA AIA Bowling Tournament with 60 team slots available.
Founders Classical Academy Rogers - Kindergarten Meet the Teacher
3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — Kindergarten students can meet their teachers, classmates, and tour their classrooms before the school year begins.
School Tours for Prospective 7-12th grade students
Thinking about joining our creative community? Come see what makes Arkansas Arts Academy a unique and innovative learning environment. Tour our beautiful campus, explore our performance spaces, learn about our arts-integrated curriculum, meet staff, and ask questions. Spaces available for fall enrollment. School starts August 13, 2025, Tuesday, August 5th from 5:30-6:30, 506 West Poplar Street, Rogers 72756. Don't miss this opportunity to discover all that AAA offers and how your student can be a part of it.
School Tours for Prospective 7-12th grade students
Thinking about joining our creative community? Come see what makes Arkansas Arts Academy a unique and innovative learning environment. Tour our beautiful campus, explore our performance spaces, learn about our arts-integrated curriculum, meet staff, and ask questions. Spaces available for fall enrollment. School starts August 13, 2025, Tuesday, August 5th from 5:30-6:30, 506 West Poplar Street, Rogers 72756. Don't miss this opportunity to discover all that AAA offers and how your student can be a part of it.
FCA Rogers Meet the Teacher Event
3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — 1st-6th graders discover their new classrooms and meet their teachers and classmates.
Meet the Teacher Night for Grades 7-12
3-4 p.m. — Founders Classical Academy - Rogers — Free entry — Meet your teachers and classmates while exploring new classrooms ahead of the school year.
Lukas Wigington Live at JJ's Grill
6 PM – 12 AM — JJ's Grill Rogers — Cover TBA — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from Rogers' very own singer-songwriter Lukas Wigington.
Railyard Live Concert Series: Papadosio
7-10 p.m. — Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic sounds of Papadosio blending prog rock, livetronica, and jazz in an immersive concert.
Big Time Rush Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Walmart AMP — Tickets vary in price from $70 — Enjoy live music from the popular boy band Big Time Rush.
Putt for Paws Fundraiser featuring Lukas Wigington
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Foghorn's Wings Burgers & More — Check website for details — Enjoy a day of music and mini-golf while supporting a good cause for pets.
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