Rogers Local News – Friday, December 5th, 2025

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Friday, December 5th, 2025

Good morning, Rogers. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Residents in Springdale opposed SWEPCO's proposed rate hike—reduced from 27.3% to 24%—as they rallied and spoke at a hearing at NWACC on Thursday, voicing concerns over rising costs and proposed investments in the Flint Creek Coal Plant. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

HEALTH NEWS

➤ The 2025 March of Dimes Report Card showed maternal and infant health improved with lower severe morbidity but still faced a 12.1% preterm birth rate. New policies like the Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies Act (which expands telemonitoring and paid leave for teachers) aim to boost prenatal care and support families. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

REAL ESTATE NEWS

➤ The Levi Hospital Board announced (six months after ceasing treatment) that its century-old building at 300 Prospect Ave. will be demolished. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Northwest Arkansas Community College announced new name, image and likeness opportunities + unveiled its inaugural conference soccer schedule. Student athletes can register for online merchandise stores and compete on teams that begin in fall 2026, with matches scheduled from Sept. 2 to Nov. 1. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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ROGERS REAL ESTATE

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ROGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS

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