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Conway
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Conway Corp promoted Peyton Freeman to Plant Maintenance Worker at the Roger Q Mills Jr. Water Treatment Plant + the appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to maintaining reliable local water services. Log Cabin Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At tonight’s LRSD board meeting in Conway, officials celebrated improved test scores in ELA, math & science and outlined plans to cut $15 million from the budget. They also discussed new measures to expand student dental care and address staffing reductions. Arkansas Times
- ➤ The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton’s Automotive Service Technology lab received a $150,000 sponsorship from Winrock Automotive Group to upgrade its program (college officials confirmed). Log Cabin Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local senior service groups report that client demand is growing faster than available funding, and they urge officials to address the shortfall in upcoming budget talks. THV 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Former Arkansas House Speaker Shane Broadway underwent quadruple bypass surgery at Arkansas Heart Hospital after experiencing chest pain in September. He now encourages others to monitor their heart health—especially those with a family history of heart disease—to help prevent similar emergencies. ABC7
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Chase Race and Paws
7:59-9:45 a.m. — Simon Park — Entry fee varies — Run or walk in a family-friendly 2-mile race with a competitive spirit under a beautiful Arkansas sky.
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The Music Man
7:30 p.m. — Reynolds Performance Hall — Family-friendly musical — Enjoy the timeless comedy of a fast-talking salesman and his transformation through love.
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Bellarmine Knights vs Central Arkansas Bears Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Bear Stadium — Secure your seats now — Feel the thrill of college baseball action as the Bellarmine Knights take on the Central Arkansas Bears.
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