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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Huckabee Sanders announced on Sept. 9 that the Arkansas National Guard will support ICE by providing up to 40 unarmed guardsmen for detainee transport and administrative tasks in areas including Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Camp Robinson — a measure that has already raised local concerns. Immigrant rights groups in Springdale urged residents to carry yellow Know Your Rights cards so they are ready for any contact with authorities. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Before the House voted on its short-term funding measure Friday, Rep. Steve Womack said Congress may not pass the bill by the weekend—raising the risk of a government shutdown. Lawmakers continue to debate spending measures that might delay federal funding. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ After Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced on Sept. 9 that the National Guard would provide up to 40 unarmed members to assist ICE with administrative tasks at sites including Little Rock and Fayetteville, local groups cautioned residents to be ready for any checks by authorities. Immigrant rights advocates advised people to carry yellow cards—guidelines for protecting rights—when interacting with officials and said there is no evidence that mass raids were planned. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local gardener wrote in asking how best to plant seeds from his Empress Wu hosta, noting that the seed pods on its flower stems may yield seedlings that differ from the parent plant+ he is looking for guidance on proper care. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Baptist Prep Eagles won a game over the Episcopal Collegiate Wildcats by a score of 55—14 on Friday night in their fight for Cantrell Road supremacy. The team started slow but made key plays by junior Aaron Fletcher and his teammates to earn their second trophy in a row. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Blink 182 Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets from $49 — Catch Blink 182 live in an electrifying concert at the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion.
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Jon Pardi Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion — Tickets from $48 — Catch the latest hits and enjoy a night of country music with Jon Pardi.
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Arkansas Home Show
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of home improvement professionals and get inspired for your next project.
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Lukas Wigington Live
6 PM — JJ's Grill Rogers — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes from local singer-songwriter Lukas Wigington.
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