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Monday, August 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Students in Northwest Arkansas are returning to redesigned schools with new amenities this month after summer break—officials say the updates will offer modern classrooms and improved technology for the new school year. The changes aim to support student learning as the school year begins.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
  • Some students will return to Northwest Arkansas schools with new amenities—like smart boards and updated libraries—ready for the new school year, as building improvements from the summer help create better learning spaces. School officials said the refreshed facilities will support student learning when classes resume later this month.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A federal agency approved Arkansas’ request to use Medicaid funds for short-term psychiatric hospital stays for adults — state officials said the decision would expand mental health and substance abuse treatment for poor Arkansans. The approval is expected to broaden access to care for those in need.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Tue, 8/5/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 8/5/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/7/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Dirt Church Gravel Ride

    9-11 a.m. — Magnolia Cycles — Free entry — Participate in a friendly no-drop gravel ride welcoming all riders and bikes.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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