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Conway
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 13, the Conway Police Department and other local law enforcement agencies will host Tip-A-Cop at Colton’s Steak House to raise money for Special Olympics Arkansas—joining forces to support the charity. Log Cabin Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Greenbrier student Anna Hooten was selected as one of 25 new members for UA Little Rock’s Donaghey Scholars Honors Program. The program rewards academic excellence & offers leadership opportunities. Log Cabin Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Rick Crawford proposed a new farm relief bill that would let Arkansas farmers receive 50% of their safety net payments early amid a worsening agriculture crisis, with the plan also suspending 2025 payment limits. The legislation, known as the Bridge the Gap for Rural Communities Act, may help farmers meet loan payments due in February but faces uncertainty due to the government shutdown. ABC7
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration warned residents that scam texts asking for bank account details are circulating and said the department never texts for refunds—officials noted that scammers are changing the messages to steal money. ABC7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baptist Health Medical Center in Conway will offer special lung cancer screening appointments on November 8 to help residents detect the disease early + the center hopes the new schedule will improve early diagnosis. Log Cabin Democrat
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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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Ghost-to-Gobble 5k
1-3 p.m. — Conway, AR — Registration Fee Required — Celebrate Halloween with a spirited 5k run that's festive and fun for the whole family.
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Trout Fishing in America Concert
4-10 p.m. — Windgate Center for Fine & Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a multi-generational musical journey with dynamic performances from the beloved duo.
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Watercolor Fall Wreath Painting Class
6-8 p.m. — The Studio Downtown — All materials provided — Learn to paint a beautiful fall wreath in this beginner-friendly watercolor class.
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