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šŸŒ± Inside ATUā€™s new Create and Co. space for Russellville teens

Russellville, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Russellville! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Inside ATUā€™s new Create and Co. space for Russellville teens
  • How Russellville residents can trade canned goods for court fine relief
  • Why Russellville just made a top Southern towns list for 2026

Also on today's calendar: Shaw Revolver at Tennille's Steakhouse & Seafood and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Some sun, then clouds; hot, with a high of 93 and low of 72 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Thursday: Warm with a t-storm or two, temps: high: 90, low: 73.
  • Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 78 and low of 70 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ ATU GEAR UP celebrates opening of Create and Co. (rivervalleydemocratgazette.com) ā€” Russellville students now have access to Create and Co., a new hands-on learning space at Arkansas Tech University designed for Russellville and Clarksville High School GEAR UP participants. Backed by a multi-year federal grant, the space will host family workshops, connect teens with local industry partners, and eventually expand into a larger STEM innovation lab serving more than 1,100 area students.
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ā€¢ Food 4 Fines initiative to support summer, holiday food programs for kids and families (katv.com) ā€” If you have eligible district court fines in Russellville this October, you can cut your balance by donating nonperishable food items that will support River Valley Food 4 Kids programs. Each unopened, in-date item is worth $10 off, up to 10 items, with donations accepted at participating courts in Russellville and neighboring Pope County communities.
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ā€¢ 10 Best Places To Call Home In The Southern United States In 2026 (worldatlas.com) ā€” Russellville earns a spot on a new list of top Southern towns to live in, highlighted for its relatively affordable home prices and strong outdoor lifestyle. The piece spotlights Bona Dea Trails, the expanding Russellville Park System Master Plan, and Arkansas Techā€™s role in keeping the community active and social, while comparing Russellville with other budget-friendly Southern cities.
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šŸ“ø Around Russellville

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šŸ—“ Upcoming Events in Russellville

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šŸ—“ Events Nearby

    Thursday October 1
  • FLU Shots at the Library - DHS
    Arkansas River Valley Regional Library, 501 North Front Street, Dardanelle
    10:00 am
    • Friday October 2
  • Computer Beginners Class
    Arkansas River Valley Regional Library, 501 N Front St, Dardanelle
    11:00 am

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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Lost Frenchie her name is Gamora & golden lab is retriever mix is Milo.
    Please message me if you see them! Or posts about them. The frenchie has an AirTag and it looks like someone may have picked them up. (Nextdoor Russellville)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Russellville. Apply here.
  • Cracker Barrel Old Country Store posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Russellville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Russellville here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Clarksville

  • Clarksville High School Pursues Conservation Designation; Board Approves New Softball Scoreboard (thegraphic.org)
  • Clarksville Sets December Election For Referendum; Voters To Decide Fate Of Revenue Bonds (thegraphic.org)
  • CCU Adopts Ratepayer Protection Pledge (thegraphic.org)

Morrilton

  • CHI St. Vincent Morrilton celebrates Heritage Week (kvom.com)

Ok Russellville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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