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Regional NewsNorthwest Arkansas Council focuses on workers and roads at its annual meetingIf you wonder what keeps regional leaders up at night, Thursday's Northwest Arkansas Council annual meeting in Bentonville had two answers: workers and roads. Council President and CEO Nelson Peacock said the region has more than 10,000 open jobs. A new Gallup survey, commissioned by the Walton Family Foundation, looked at how well schools and employers connect.Rogers BondsRogers voters approve all six parts of a $457.25 million bond issueIf you live in Rogers, you said yes on Nov. 3. Voters approved all six parts of a $457.25 million bond issue and extended the city's existing 1% local sales tax to help repay it. Support ran from 58% for the refunding bonds to 75% for streets and fire, according to unofficial results.High School SportsHar-Ber star Syniah Coachman signs with Arkansas and opens her senior season tonightIf you follow Har-Ber hoops, this is a big week. Senior guard Syniah Coachman, regarded as the state's best 2027 prospect, signed her letter of intent with Arkansas at a ceremony at Springdale Har-Ber. She's a four-star prospect nationally and is set to be the highest-ranked player to sign with Arkansas since five-star Taliah Scott in 2023.County GovernmentA Washington County committee has advanced a one-year pause on data centersThe Washington County Quorum Court's County Services Committee advanced a proposal Monday night for a yearlong moratorium on data centers. It now goes to the full quorum court for formal discussion and a possible vote.CommunityToday's Cancer Challenge Telethon airs from Rogers as Highlands Oncology plans a second site thereIf you're in Rogers today, the Cancer Challenge Telethon is broadcasting live all day on KNWA/FOX24. Jaclyn House starts as early as 5 a.m., with Reagan Wynn alongside her. All the money stays in Northwest Arkansas. Community Clinic, a past grant recipient, has used it for colon care, cancer detection and breast screening programs.HousingFayetteville's housing voucher waitlist is open for the first time since 2021If you're a very low-income family living in Washington County outside Springdale, the Fayetteville Housing Authority has reopened its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Applications opened at 8 a.m. Monday.Friday Night FootballBentonville holds off Bentonville West 24-21 and earns a playoff byeIf you missed Friday's 7A West showdown, Bentonville beat Bentonville West 24-21 and earned a playoff bye. It wasn't a comfortable night, either: the Tigers were shut out in the second half.

Around Rogers

From khbs, KATV and 13 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. khbs3 hours ago

    Flights resume but travelers still dealing with delays, on khbs

    The hours-long nationwide ground stop lifted Friday evening, but travelers are dealing with delays, rebooking, and cancellations on Saturday morning.

  2. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago

    High school basketball roundups, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    FRIDAY'S GAMES

  3. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago

    High school basketball scores, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    Friday's scores

  4. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette10 hours ago

    West hangs more than half a hundred on Little Rock Central, winning 54-7, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    CENTERTON -- Bentonville West wanted to start the game in the right way against Little Rock Central.

  5. 5NEWS13 hours ago

    Little Rock Central vs Bentonville West | Football Friday Night: Playoffs Round 1, on 5NEWS

    Highlights from the Little Rock Central vs. Bentonville West Round 1 playoff matchup on Nov. 13, 2026.

    Also reported bykhbs

  6. 5NEWS13 hours ago

    Springdale vs Little Rock Christian | Football Friday Night: Playoffs Round 1, on 5NEWS

    Highlights from the Springdale vs. Little Rock Christian Round 1 playoff matchup on Nov. 13, 2026.

  7. The Turner Report13 hours ago

    Randy Turner book signing Saturday at Prologue Bookstore in Neosho, on The Turner Report

    The series of signings I've held for my book When Jesse James Came to Pineville comes to an end Saturday (November 14) when I'll be Prologue Bookstore on the Neosho Square from 12 noon to 2 p.m.In addition to the Jesse James book, which tells the story of the making of the movie Jesse James in Pineville in 1938, copies of my earlier non-fiction books will be available for purchase, including the

  8. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette13 hours ago

    Springdale Har-Ber rolls over Cabot in first-round victory, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    SPRINGDALE -- On the six-year anniversary of Springdale Har-Ber's last postseason win, the Wildcats put on a show to open play in the Class 7A playoffs.

  9. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette13 hours ago

    Haden Hall throws four touchdown passes in the first as Little Rock Christian downs Springdale, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    Little Rock Christian wasted little time in moving Friday night. The Warriors used 31 unanswered first half points to blow by Springdale in the first round of the Class 7A playoffs, taking a 45-6 victory over the Bulldogs at Warrior Field in Little Rock.

  10. KTLO13 hours ago

    Arkansas High School football playoff scores, on KTLO

    7A Caobt 0, Springdale Har-Ber 42 Little Rock Central 7, Bentonville West 54 Rogers 31, Bryant 30 Springdale 6, Little Rock Christian 45 6A El Dorado 41, Fort Smith Southside 17 Jonesboro 50, Lake Hamilton 49 OT

  11. khbs14 hours ago

    FAA ground stop disrupts travelers’ plans to get home, on khbs

    Passengers at Northwest Arkansas National Airport and a Fayetteville man grounded in Dallas described delays and uncertainty during a nationwide flight disruption ordered by the FAA.

  12. khbs14 hours ago

    Har-Ber rolls past Cabot in playoff opener, on khbs

    The Wildcats advance to face North Little Rock in the 7A State Quarterfinals.

  13. khbs16 hours ago

    Realtors stranded in Charlotte driving home to Rogers, on khbs

    Group rented van after connecting flight was cancelled due to FAA ground stop.

  14. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette16 hours ago

    Bentonville City Council, Planning Commission debate future land use plan, zoning code, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    BENTONVILLE -- The City Council and Planning Commission are divided on how to review and process property rezoning requests in the context of a new future land use plan and zoning code.

  15. khbs17 hours ago

    There’s Still Time to Give to the 40/29 and The Arkansas CW Turkey Drive, on khbs

    ❤️ Our community came together to help neighbors in need, and there’s still time to make a difference! 🦃 See how you can give.

  16. KNWA FOX2417 hours ago

    NWA’s only Spanish-language print paper to close, on KNWA FOX24

    La Prensa Libre AR, the only all-Spanish print newspaper between Northwest Arkansas, Tulsa, Memphis and Kansas City, will stop circulating December 28. Its final edition will publish December 30.

  17. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette17 hours ago

    Church notes: Advent service announced, food pantry collections for Thanksgiving requested, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    Bella Vista Community Church, 75 E. Lancashire Blvd., is an evangelical interdenominational church. Adult or teen Bible Fellowship classes are held Sundays at 9 a.m. with worship service at 10 a.m.

  18. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette18 hours ago

    Summit examines Northwest Arkansas growth trends, new Centerton town center, on The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    FAYETTEVILLE -- Regional leaders on Friday agreed examining the data behind Northwest Arkansas' changing population, economy and development patterns is crucial to understanding where the region is headed.

  19. khbs18 hours ago

    Leron Jackson: A Living Example, on khbs

    The Springdale senior linebacker leads his team in tackles while navigating hearing loss

  20. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette19 hours ago

    WATCH: Unpacking the Issue | Water Needs in Growing Northwest Arkansas, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    Northwest Arkansas is growing fast. By 2050, the region is expected to reach a population of 1 million. New homes, new neighborhoods and new businesses are reshaping the region. But all that growth depends on a variety of factors, including one of the basic necessities for life: a reliable supply of clean water. This installment of Unpacking the Issue explores water needs in growing Northwest Arkansas.

  21. khbs20 hours ago

    Northwest Arkansas National Airport, Fort Smith Regional Airport impacted by nationwide ground stop, on khbs

    The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered a nationwide ground stop Friday for all airports, impacting flights at Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) and the Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM).

    Also reported byKNWA FOX24

  22. Northwest Arkansas Council21 hours ago

    Annual Meeting Highlights Regional Collaboration and the Work Ahead, on Northwest Arkansas Council

    Regional collaboration helped build Northwest Arkansas into what it is today, and its next chapter will require even stronger connections among local governments, businesses, schools and community organizations.

  23. Newstalk KZRG22 hours ago

    200+ adoptable pets take over Crystal Bridges from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Saturday, on Newstalk KZRG

    Third annual Best Friends Super Adoption in Northwest Arkansas will feature fee-waived pet adoptions, food vendors, giveaways, and more.

  24. Arkansas Catholic22 hours ago

    Special Olympics Arkansas promotes human dignity, on Arkansas Catholic

    The Knights of Columbus in Arkansas partner with Special Olympics to promote dignity and support athletes with intellectual disabilities.

  25. KUAF Public RadioYesterday

    NWA Council weighs progress against looming infrastructure costs, on KUAF Public Radio

    At its annual meeting, the Northwest Arkansas Council highlighted startup investment through Onward FX while warning of wastewater needs and a $3 billion transportation funding gap.

    Also reported byNorthwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  26. KUAF Public RadioYesterday

    Comedian Ashley Austin Morris returns to Springdale’s Jones Center, on KUAF Public Radio

    Ahead of her Nov. 20 show at the Jones Center, comedian Ashley Austin Morris talks about audience chemistry, her Southern roots, acting versus stand-up and building new material.

  27. KTLOYesterday

    Donna Lee Floyd, Mountain Home (Eddie’s), on KTLO

    Donna Lee Floyd, daughter of the late Leo and Erma Lee Smith, was born November 1, 1944 in Oxford, Arkansas. She departed this life November 10, 2026 in Rogers, Arkansas at the age of 82. She grew

  28. Talk Business & PoliticsYesterday

    High school students train as community health workers, on Talk Business & Politics

    Community health worker (CHW) professions are gaining the attention of high school students in Northwest Arkansas. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation provides...

  29. KNWA FOX24Yesterday

    Bella Vista mayor issued fine, letter for using city resources for campaign, on KNWA FOX24

    The Arkansas Ethics Commission’s investigation into Bella Vista Mayor John Flynn’s use of city resources for campaign materials has concluded with a public letter and a $50 fine.

  30. Best of Arkansas SportsYesterday

    UCA Guard’s Roundabout Journey Brings Him Back to Where His Razorback Memories Began, on Best of Arkansas Sports

    For Central Arkansas’ Tucker Anderson, the road seems to lead back to where it all began. Friday’s stop at BWA is no different.

  31. KNWA FOX24Yesterday

    Thanksgiving Giving, Holiday Lights & More NWA Events, on KNWA FOX24

    From helping families enjoy a Thanksgiving meal to celebrating the start of the holiday season, there are plenty of ways to connect with our Northwest Arkansas community! We're highlighting a free Thanksgiving dinner in Siloam Springs, opportunities to support the Northwest Arkansas and River Valley food banks, and the upcoming holiday lighting celebrations in Fayetteville and Bentonville.

  32. Fayetteville FlyerYesterday

    Review: Depp’s ‘Ebenezer’ far from a humbug, on Fayetteville Flyer

    Johnny Depp offeres a funny, sad and in the end tender performance as the character we all know too well.

  33. KNWA FOX24Yesterday

    KidsUnited Rogers Scores Big With Young Soccer Players, on KNWA FOX24

    Goooooal! We're kicking it with KidsUnited in Rogers, where children are learning soccer fundamentals while building confidence, teamwork, and social skills. We visit with Jessica to explore the indoor training facility, learn about programs for beginners and more experienced players, and discover how families can try their first class for free!

  34. KNWA FOX24Yesterday

    Northwest Arkansas Community College dedicates EMS lab to former director, on KNWA FOX24

    BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — The Northwest Arkansas Community College has dedicated its EMS lab to its former EMS director for his 30 years of service. Jamin Snarr retired in January after influencing generations of EMS professionals across the region. The vast majority of EMS providers in Northwest Arkansas have either been directly taught by Snarr

  35. 5NEWSYesterday

    Bentonville holiday season guide talks attractions for visitors and residents, on 5NEWS

    Visit Bentonville also has a visitor's guide for those who may have family come in for a visit.

  36. 5NEWSYesterday

    Local veterans reflect on a life of service on Veteran's day, on 5NEWS

    There are many ways our area honors veterans, including the Bella Vista Wall of Honor inscribed with thousands of names.

  37. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-GazetteYesterday

    Rogers coaches knew OL Frazier would be special, on Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    ROGERS -- Henry Frazier has been on the Rogers football coaching staff's radar since he was an eighth-grader at Kirksey Middle School.

In brief

The short notes of Daily Rogers’ last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • PlayoffsRogers lost 54-31 to Bentonville West in Friday's playoff games.

    Rogers lost 54-31 to Bentonville West in Friday's playoff games. Farmington beat Wynne 60-21 in 5A.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KTLO

  • XNAA nationwide FAA ground stop halted flights at Northwest Arkansas National Airport on Friday because of a communications issue affecting air traffic operations.

    A nationwide FAA ground stop halted flights at Northwest Arkansas National Airport on Friday because of a communications issue affecting air traffic operations. Spokesperson Olivia Tyler said it was expected to stay in place until at least 10 p.m. Two visitors from Upland, Indiana, said their American Airlines flights had been changed three times. Flying today? We suggest checking your flight status before you head to XNA.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: KNWA FOX24, khbs

  • Place SummitRegional leaders wrapped up the Place Summit in Fayetteville on Friday, agreeing that the data behind the region's population, economy and development patterns is crucial.

    Regional leaders wrapped up the Place Summit in Fayetteville on Friday, agreeing that the data behind the region's population, economy and development patterns is crucial. The three-day conference, now in its fifth year, opened Wednesday evening at the Graduate Hotel. Dan Smith of Colliers Arkansas led a session on that data.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, nwaonline.com

  • NWA CouncilThe Northwest Arkansas Council held its annual meeting Thursday at The Record in downtown Bentonville, and CEO Nelson Peacock pointed to progress on Onward FX, a program aimed at the region's lack of early-stage capital.

    The Northwest Arkansas Council held its annual meeting Thursday at The Record in downtown Bentonville, and CEO Nelson Peacock pointed to progress on Onward FX, a program aimed at the region's lack of early-stage capital.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: KUAF Public Radio

  • Pet adoptionThe third annual Best Friends Super Adoption runs today from 10 a.m.

    The third annual Best Friends Super Adoption runs today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Crystal Bridges, with more than 200 adoptable pets from 12 shelters and rescue groups. Best Friends Animal Society is covering all adoption fees.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Newstalk KZRG

  • Signing dayThe Scudder triplets, Katherine, Anna and Elizabeth, signed with Texas Christian on Wednesday.

    The Scudder triplets, Katherine, Anna and Elizabeth, signed with Texas Christian on Wednesday. They headed the signing class in Marlin Berry Arena.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • Girls hoopsGravette's Couri Eden intercepted a pass in the final seconds to lift the Lady Lions past the Lady Mounties 53-50 Thursday night in Rogers.

    Gravette's Couri Eden intercepted a pass in the final seconds to lift the Lady Lions past the Lady Mounties 53-50 Thursday night in Rogers. Eden, a sophomore guard, also made 1 of 2 free throws with less than 10 seconds left.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • JazzJazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut will perform at the Victory Theater in downtown Rogers next Wednesday.

    Jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut will perform at the Victory Theater in downtown Rogers next Wednesday. He'll receive the Giants of Jazz Award on Nov. 28.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: KUAF Public Radio

  • Bentonville schoolsR.E. Baker Elementary will close, Superintendent Debbie Jones said, and the question is when.

    R.E. Baker Elementary will close, Superintendent Debbie Jones said, and the question is when. Parents pressed administrators Thursday night on rezoning and how students would adjust.

    Around Arkansas · Friday’s editionSource: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

  • Signing daySpringdale Har-Ber guard Syniah Coachman signed her letter of intent Wednesday to play for the Arkansas women's basketball team.

    Springdale Har-Ber guard Syniah Coachman signed her letter of intent Wednesday to play for the Arkansas women's basketball team. She made her commitment on Sept. 22.

    Around Arkansas · Friday’s editionSource: Whole Hog Sports

  • VolleyballThe Razorbacks close the regular season at Barnhill Arena.

    The Razorbacks close the regular season at Barnhill Arena. They host No. 15 Vanderbilt at 7 p.m. Friday, then Missouri at 2 p.m. Sunday for Senior Day.

    Around Arkansas · Friday’s editionSource: Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette