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🌱 How the Naturals fell in Tuesday’s opener at Arvest Ballpark
Springdale, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Springdale! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How the Naturals fell in Tuesday’s opener at Arvest Ballpark
- How the new XNA connector could change Springdale-area airport trips
Also on today's calendar: NWA Book Fest Kids 2026 and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 63 degrees.
- Thursday: Becoming cloudy, temps: high: 84, low: 66.
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• De Vries, Arnold lead RockHounds past Naturals (mrt.com) — Springdale baseball fans saw the Midland RockHounds open their series with a 10-3 win over the Northwest Arkansas Naturals at Arvest Ballpark on Tuesday night. Top prospect Jamie Arnold threw seven shutout innings, while Leo De Vries drove in two runs, and the teams return to the Springdale field again Wednesday at 7:05 p.m. 
• XNA remains on growth trajectory, names new CFO (talkbusiness.net) — A new connector road tying the Springdale Northern Bypass to XNA is progressing faster than expected, potentially finishing by late summer or early fall. With passenger counts and fares rising, the airport is also expanding facilities, planning a new roundabout, and promoting Ashton Collier to chief financial officer, shaping how Springdale-area travelers reach and use XNA.
📸 Around Springdale
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Upcoming Events in
Springdale
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★ Featured events ★
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Midland RockHounds at Northwest Arkansas Naturals →
Arvest Ballpark, 3000 S Gene George Blvd, Springdale
7:05 pm
Wednesday June 3
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Other local events
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NWA Book Fest Kids 2026 →
The Apollo on Emma, 308 W Emma Ave, Springdale
10:00 am -
The 10th Anniversary Street Dinner Downtown →
Downtown Springdale, 115 W Emma Ave, Springdale
5:00 pm -
Buena Vibra Fest in Springdale →
VIBRA NIGHT CLUB, 2323 S Old Missouri Rd A, Springdale
9:00 pm
Sunday June 7
Friday June 19
📣 Springdale Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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HHS Office Open
Beth Kirksey Middle School Rogers, AR 72756
7:30 am -
Urban Forestry Advisory Board →
Fayetteville, AR Calendar, 100 W Rock St, Suite 246, Fayetteville
4:00 pm -
Bid Opening: Bid 26-36, Construction – Mission Blvd Sidewalk →
Fayetteville, AR Calendar, 113 W Mountain St, Fayetteville
2:00 pm -
Planning Commission Agenda Session and Tour →
Fayetteville, AR Calendar, 100 W Rock St, Suite 246, Fayetteville
4:30 pm -
Spring Into Circus →
Fayetteville, AR Calendar, 1087 S Block Avenue, Fayetteville
5:00 pm -
Washington - Book Bridge - outside of the gym
Washington Elementary School Fayetteville, AR 72701
6:00 pm -
Weekend Starts Series in the Upper Ramble →
Fayetteville, AR Calendar, 251 N West Ave, Fayetteville
5:30 pm -
Railyard Live Concert Series - Hillberry Weekend - Bluegrass Night →
City of Rogers Butterfield Stage - 101 East Cherry Street Rogers AR 72756
6:45 pm
Wednesday June 3
Thursday June 4
Friday June 5
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Northwest Arkansas gamers, parents, tabletop players, and nerds of all kinds:
I'm exploring the idea of opening a community gaming lounge called **The Guild Hall**. The vision is a safe, welcoming place where people can gather… (Nextdoor Habberton Ridge) - Still have this sweet girl who was dropped off & not only found my neighborhood but also found some kindness.
If any of you or your friends are looking for a very sweet pup, please let me know. She’ll be a great pup for someone! As of today, she has had all… (Nextdoor Legendary)
- Pilot Travel Centers, LLC posted a job opening for Janitorial Maintenance in Springdale. Apply here.
- Sam's Club posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Springdale. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Springdale here.
🗞 Nearby News
Fayetteville
- Hospitality company to take over operations of Fayetteville hotel (nwahomepage.com)
- Fayetteville school board narrows future middle school name to four finalists (fayettevilleflyer.com)
- New Fayetteville program aims to simplify business startup process (5newsonline.com)
Rogers
- Rogers launches pre-approved building program (nwahomepage.com)
Ok Springdale! 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: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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