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1. Compass Academy car show revs up funds for new all-inclusive playground in Conway (katv.com) — Compass Academy is hosting a car show this weekend at 225 Tilt Road in Conway to raise money for an all-inclusive playground serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. Expect classic cars, food trucks, bouncy houses, and family activities, plus chances for local businesses and residents to donate, sponsor, or volunteer to support the school's growing programs.
2. Progress continues on Lake Conway renovation (kvom.com) — Work on the massive Lake Conway renovation has passed the three-year mark, with a new spillway, dam, and bridges moving closer to completion. Lower water levels from drought are actually speeding construction, while new habitat structures and spawning beds promise better fishing and more stable water levels for Conway-area residents once the five-year project wraps up.
3. Conway Regional Adds to Gastroenterology Team (armoneyandpolitics.com) — Conway Regional Health System has expanded its gastroenterology team by adding Dr. Anasua Deb, who is now accepting new patients at the Conway Regional Gastroenterology Center. With her advanced training and research background, the move aims to shorten wait times and improve access to specialized digestive care for Conway and central Arkansas residents.
4. Tale of two cities: Why this SC town is often confused with one 905 miles away (thestate.com) — Conway shares the spotlight in a feature comparing it with Conway, South Carolina, highlighting how often the two cities are mixed up online. The story walks through each city's history, colleges, downtown character, and even a tongue-in-cheek petition about which Conway should keep the name, underscoring Conway's growth and "City of Colleges" identity.
5. Rex Nelson's high school football rankings: After five weeks (arkansasonline.com) — Conway High's football team is ranked No. 2 overall in Arkansas and No. 2 in Class 7A after five weeks of play, putting the Wampus Cats firmly in the statewide spotlight. The updated rankings highlight how Conway stacks up against other top programs, giving local fans a clear sense of where their team stands heading into the heart of conference play.
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