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🌱 Why Springdale’s long-running SOAR after-school program is shutting down May 7

Springdale, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Springdale’s long-running SOAR after-school program is shutting down May 7
  • How a Springdale blood donation scores you free summer fun
  • How a Springdale fifth-grader mapped a 950-mile Trail of Tears ride

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Cloudy, with a high of 64 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 60, low: 39.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 62 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. SOAR after-school program in Springdale set to close in May (nwahomepage.com) — Families in Springdale are losing a major childcare option as the SOAR after-school program, which has served local elementary students for 13 years, shuts down on May 7 due to financial and operational challenges. The nonprofit has provided homework help, meals, enrichment activities, and college jobs, leaving students and staff saddened by the loss of a supportive community space.
   

2. Blood donors can get free summer fun pass from CBCO (koamnewsnow.com) — Springdale residents who donate blood with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks in May or June can give at the local donor center and earn a Give & Go Fun Pass worth over $245. Perks include free Northwest Arkansas Naturals tickets in Springdale plus other regional attractions. One donation can help save up to three lives.
   

3. Springdale fifth-grader's digital map chronicles teacher's 950-mile bike ride along Trail of Tears (nwaonline.com) — A Springdale fifth-grader at John Tyson Elementary created a detailed digital map tracing her coach’s 950-mile Ride of Removal along the Trail of Tears, honoring Cherokee history. Her self-taught project, based on Har-Ber High teacher Nika West’s journey, has earned statewide recognition and interest from regional organizations eager to share her work.
   

4. Severe weather leaves Springdale home with major damage for the second time (5newsonline.com) — A Springdale woman on Purple Martin Road is repairing her home again after severe weather sent a tree crashing through her roof, mirroring a similar incident four years ago. Despite major damage and a frightening close call for her and her dog, she plans to stay, while crews work to remove debris and start cleanup.
   

5. Non-profit organizations unite for Raise NWA Capstone Gathering (nwahomepage.com) — Nonprofits from across Northwest Arkansas met at Springdale’s Jones Center to mark three years of the Raise NWA program and plan a capstone fourth year focused on sustainability. Organizers will keep hosting quarterly gatherings in different NWA cities to help charities boost funding, outreach, and long-term impact.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

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