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Rogers
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City officials urge Rogers residents to place trash and recycling carts out by 6 a.m. or the night before their scheduled collection day as collection routes may be delayed by the ongoing Bikes, Blues & BBQ rally, which began Wednesday and runs through Saturday. The event will also cause road closures and transit route changes downtown while police and county officers maintain extra presence for safety. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lukas Nelson will perform live at The Hall tomorrow—tickets should be ready for fans. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Frisco Inferno Barbecue Competition will bring bikes, blues and barbecue to Rogers—uniting live music, bike displays and food vendors in one festive event. Organizers plan to highlight local talent—ensuring a vibrant celebration for the community. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state Department of Shared Administrative Services did not have updated figures on the 264 government employees furloughed on Wednesday during a federal shutdown—this came after earlier estimates that the executive branch agencies would furlough these employees if the shutdown took effect. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced yesterday that Arkansas is accepting proposals for its application to the $50 billion federal rural health fund. Health policy experts say the fund will only partially compensate for Medicaid spending cuts—officials will review the proposals carefully. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Conway’s Yinyoe Yang won her second consecutive Class 6A state girls golf individual championship at Lost Springs Golf & Athletic Club on Wednesday morning by shooting a 3-under 69 and finishing three strokes ahead of Lillie York. Mount St. Mary claimed its third straight team title with a seven-stroke win in overall scoring — marking a strong performance in the tournament. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Rhett Lashlee, SMU's football coach and Arkansas native, is viewed as a top candidate to lead Arkansas football if he leaves for Fayetteville—this potential move comes amid upcoming conference realignment that could change SMU's path. His decision may signal a major shift in college football as the sport adjusts to new competitive rules. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Junior H Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the vibrant sounds of Junior H as part of the $AD BOYZ LIVE & BROKEN TOUR.
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Alex Warren: Cheaper than Therapy Tour
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket info available — Experience a night of rock and pop music with Alex Warren in Rogers.
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3rd Annual Rogers, AR Ostomy 5K
8-11 a.m. — The Railyard Bike Park — Registration required — Lace up your shoes for a community-run that promotes ostomy awareness and resilience.
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