Daily
Conway
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct. 1, the UCA Honors College held its annual Stone Dam Creek Clean up event titled 'Don't Trash Your Planet' from 4 p.m. to 5:30 in a park near Bear Village. Only eight of the 29 sign-ups attended—participants said the cleanup kept their campus environment looking nice. The Echo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UCA administration approved a contract with Google to give students access to the Gemini AI program and is preparing faculty training to guide ethical use—Dr. Amy Hawkins said disclosures on assignments will help maintain academic integrity. The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Academic Leadership is reviewing policies from major universities as AI use grows. The Echo
- ➤ Today, Dr. Leslie Graybeal announced that ILS will hold a Halloween dance on Oct. 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for special needs adults, and the meeting also covered a $7,177 funding request for UCA homecoming events along with a $1,980 ask by the cyber security club for the National Cyber League — with funding talks set to continue at the next meeting on Oct. 13. The Echo
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Education has chosen two Faulkner County teachers for the first Arkansas Excellence in Teaching Fellowship Program—an effort to improve classroom instruction. They will receive mentorship and support to enhance their teaching skills. Log Cabin Democrat
- ➤ Dr. Mary Bane Lackie, vice president at UCA and president of the UCA Foundation Inc., was named the 2025 Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the Arkansas Chapter of AFP—she has 39 years of experience and helped raise over $124 million, with her award recognition coming at the National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon on Nov. 6. The Echo
- ➤ UCA student Angelica Thomas was honored as a Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact for her civic leadership spanning 38 states & Washington, D.C. The honor marks her commitment to public service in higher education. Log Cabin Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers have hired Excel Services Corporation to study whether small modular nuclear reactors can replace retiring coal plants and meet rising energy needs—Rep. Jack Ladyman said the report will review designs, safety, and financial benefits with results expected within 10 months. Pope County is eyed as a promising location for expanding nuclear power in Arkansas. ABC7
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RetroFest Arkansas 2025
11 AM – 5 PM — Conway Expo and Event Center — Ticket prices vary — A nostalgic celebration featuring vintage games, clothing, and iconic personalities.
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Front Porch Bluegrass Concert
8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Kings Live Music — Ticket prices not specified — Experience high-energy bluegrass with a blend of old-time mountain sounds.
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Indigo Girls Concert
7-10 p.m. — Reynolds Performance Hall — Tickets required — Experience the timeless harmonies of iconic folk music duo Indigo Girls.
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City of Colleges Half Marathon
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run — — Buffalo Alumni Hall, Conway, AR — Great running festival for all ages and abilities.
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Voices of Liberty Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Windgate Center for Fine & Performing Arts — VOICES TICKETS — Experience a powerful musical journey featuring Rossini and Sibelius.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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