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🌱 How did Springdale third-graders fare under new LEARNS reading rules?

Springdale, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Springdale! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Springdale third-graders fare under new LEARNS reading rules?
  • What’s at stake in the federal trial of Springdale’s 2nd Milk?
  • How Springdale fans turned Luther George Park into World Cup central

Also on today's calendar: Buena Vibra Fest in Springdale and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 87 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 85, low: 68.
  • Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 78 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. More details revealed on reading requirements for Arkansas third-graders (nwahomepage.com) — Springdale families are learning how the LEARNS Act’s new reading rules will affect local third-graders, with district data showing nearly all students advanced thanks to exemptions and re-testing. Board members heard that only two students were ultimately retained, a far better outcome than statewide averages still being finalized.
   

2. Federal fraud trial for Springdale nonprofit 2nd Milk continues Wednesday (4029tv.com) — A federal fraud trial involving leaders of Springdale-based nonprofit 2nd Milk is underway in Fayetteville, examining allegations that more than $1 million in charity funds were diverted to personal expenses. Prosecutors say donors were misled about work supporting families in Malawi, and the proceedings are expected to continue for several weeks.
   

3. World Cup watch party draws Springdale fans together (4029tv.com) — Springdale soccer fans packed Luther George Park to watch the World Cup opener together, turning the match into a lively community gathering. Neighbors waved flags, wore jerseys, and shared national pride, with organizers saying events like this show how the tournament unites Northwest Arkansas through a shared love of the game.
   

4. Hobbs Award presented at SBC to Dr. Ryan Blackwell (baptistmessenger.com) — A Baptist leader with deep ties to Cross Church in Springdale has received a major denominational service award from Oklahoma Baptist University during the Southern Baptist Convention meeting. Dr. Ryan Blackwell, now CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, was honored in Orlando, with his years of leadership at the growing Springdale church highlighted as a key part of his ministry journey.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Springdale

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