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Hello Springdale! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Birdie and Brews opens, $68 million office sale, and Muttminster Dog Show + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Shifts in Arkansas education: Renee Johnson became the Arkansas Education Association’s executive director on February 16, and three Rogers campuses earned Cambridge International status, creating Arkansas’ first K-12 pathway for students in our area — get all the details.

Mid-tier offices change hands: 22 office buildings in Rogers and Bentonville sold for $68 million, consolidating ownership under an Orion Capital affiliate and serving healthcare, professional services, and Walmart linked tenants — get all the details.

Local couple’s passion project: A new indoor golf and entertainment spot in nearby Rogers, Birdie and Brews, has opened, offering year-round swings for families and a self-serve drink option for adults, rain or shine — read the full story.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Play Texas Hold’Em benefiting Special Olympics Arkansas
• Try a beginner-friendly indoor triathlon
• Sip, sample, and plan your wedding
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.

As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.

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🫶 We got your back

Shareable bites, easy vibe: Whether it’s a low-key date or a group hang, The Five6 pairs small plates and creative cocktails with conversation-friendly energy. It’s the kind of spot where you drift in, share a few things, and sink into the brick-and-tap glow that makes weeknights simple, social, and a little special.

Upgrade your trail kit: From trail shoes and breathable layers to camp-ready packs and kid-proof socks, Gearhead Outfitters keeps Northwest Arkansas dialed with quality brands and friendly, know-the-ropes staff. When your closet says “meh” and Beaver Lake or the Greenway are calling, this crew refreshes your kit without fuss.

Big-screen comfort, unlocked: With reclining seats, in-seat ordering, and cocktails, Malco Springdale Cinema Grill turns movie night into a mini vacation. Bring a friend, choose a new release, and let the group chat buzz on mute while you sink in for a couple of blissful hours.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

💒 Sleeping Beauty Act III: Aurora’s Wedding @ Marsha Jones Performing Arts Center at Har-Ber High School | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Think you know your fairy-tale finales? Come watch Sleeping Beauty Act III, Aurora’s Wedding, with 80 Conservatory students twirling like they cleaned their rooms, and a polished Pas de Quatre by NWA Ballet Theatre. It’s charming, family friendly, and smugly elegant, like Sunday best.

🐗 Woo Pig Series 1 @ NWA | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – Nothing says spring in NWA like hauling lawn chairs, chasing foul balls, and calling the Hogs. Sign your squad for the Woo Pig Series, a three-game guarantee bracket seeded by points for $355, and select teams snag Razorback tickets to Arkansas vs Georgia, which feels like a win already.

🐍 Rogers Reptile Expo @ Rogers Convention Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – The country’s biggest reptile expo rolls into Rogers, with the Show Me crew bringing snakes, geckos, frogs, and serious houseplant envy. Browse tanks, feeders, and bioactive goodies, or gawk and ask questions. No pressure to adopt a scaly roommate, unless you fall in love.

🐶 Muttminster Dog Show @ Jones Center | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Think your terrier is your twin? Muttminster is an all-day dog show with quirky categories like Most Like Their Owner and Fashionista, vendors with treats and gear, free to watch, $10 per dog to compete, plus a ticketed Puppy Pals stunt finale.

🎨 Paint N Take Sundays @ Chaos Games | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Free Paint N Take Sundays is rolling in with minis, paints, and zero pressure, so you can call it art and mean it. Bring your own paints and minis if you like, or just show up, sip, and zone out with friends, family, or solitude.

💍 Silver + Stone Ring Workshop @ Kaleidoscope Collective | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Make a ring you want to wear with Squiggle Workshop’s Becca Hewitt. Beginner-friendly, materials included, you’ll learn precious metal clay and stone setting, then pick up your fired masterpiece a week later. Only 8 spots, $110, consider it an upgrade from your glue gun era.

📄 Origami Workshop @ First United Methodist Church | Sunday (3/8) at 5:30 PM – Origami and fellowship, no membership card required. First Youth is hosting a free workshop led by Vicki Melhart, dinner included, conversation encouraged. Fold a crane, trade stories, and enjoy a night where the only thing complicated is the paper, not the company.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Springdale report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 68°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 88%

Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy, with a high near 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy, with a low around 56. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

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Tomorrow – High: 71°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 62%

Showers and thunderstorms likely before 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

All-brick new construction in Benedetto brings West Springdale convenience near Har-Ber High School. Highlights include custom cabinetry, granite, pot filler, double ovens, and Frigidaire Professional appliances, plus tankless water heater with recirculation. A covered patio with outdoor fireplace pairs with an oversized garage with epoxied floor, 18- and 9-foot doors, and belt-driven openers. Community pool and pickleball top it off.

Take a peek inside →