A Great First for Arkansas: Benton Is Getting Buc-ee’s!
If you’ve driven through Tennessee, Texas, Alabama, or Florida, you already know the legend of Buc-ee's - the mega-travel center famous for spotless restrooms, walls of snacks, endless fuel pumps, and that little beaver mascot who somehow convinces you to buy a t-shirt you didn’t know you needed.
Get ready Arkansas - our time has come!
The brand-new Buc-ee’s Benton location (Exit 114) officially opens August 17, 2026 and this one is B-I-G!
How Big Is It?
Buc-ee’s will be 75,000 square feet - making it one of the largest Buc-ee’s locations in the country.
This store will include:
120 fueling pumps
Electric vehicle charging stations
750 parking spaces
Creating 250 jobs for the area
Legendary cleanest bathrooms you’ve ever seen.
Why Do People Go Wild for Buc-ee’s?
It’s not just a gas station - it’s an experience. You'll find these famous attraction in Buc-ee’s
The famous restrooms (people seriously rate them like tourist attractions)
An entire barbecue counter with brisket sliced right in front of you
The frozen drink and fountain wall
A jerky wall with every flavor imaginable
A massive gift shop full of home décor, snacks, beaver swag, and the most random-but-perfect road trip items
No matter your reason, the Benton Buc-ee’s is expected to draw around 5 million visitors a year.
If you’ve ever wanted to work at Buc-ee’s (great pay, great benefits, and they’re known for treating employees well). Go the Official Buc-ee's Site and find "Join Our Team" hiring link.
Let’s Talk Buc-ee’s!
Ask anyone - "Have you ever been to Buc-ee’s before?" or "What’s your favorite attraction?"
Get ready for a ton of answers. Some say they like the brisket, the drinks, or the jerky. Others say Buc-ee’s has the cleanest bathrooms, while many others say thay like shopping among crowds of friendly people and employees.
What do you like best about Buc-ee’s?
Drop your answer in comment box below - and get ready for the beaver Arkansas...
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How to Spot the Space Station from Your Backyard Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
If you enjoy stargazing, check out HUBBLESITE - Tonight's Sky... This site provides an astrological view of the sky for each month. You'll be able to view planets in the constellations, identify space objects and depictions of Greek gods and goddesses in the early evening, midnight or morning sky. This is an excellent website for backyard stargazers.
Get the monthly video guide with the entire yearly YouTube presentations of Tonight's Sky
Track the International Space Station (ISS) When It Flies Over Your Home...
Spot The Station - Get the free app by NASA - Johnson Space Center to predict the approximate time and location the International Space Station will fly over your home. NASA has compiled a massive list of sighting opportunities worldwide that allows you to search by your specific city when ISS will be visible for you to see with your eye.
Did you know that the ISS travels at a speed of 17,150 miles per hour - while orbiting 250 miles above the Earth? Because of this, it is only visible for a few minutes, and circles the Earth once every 92 minutes. The best viewing times are at dust and dawn.
How to View International Space Station without a telescope!" by WSAV3
1. Go to: https://www.nasa.gov/spot-the-station/ and enter your Country, State, and City (Example: United States - Arkansas - Little Rock). The site will tell you the exact timing and direction for tonight’s pass. Notice the sighting dates and times ISS is visible.
2. Look for both the direction and elevation it appears above the horizon, and track it until it reaches maximum height (shown in degrees). At this point, ISS disappears above the horizon. If this sighting is viewed at a low angle (say 10 degrees), you should position yourself at a higher point in in your city - away from trees or mountains where you can see the horizon.
3. To determine if you have an adaquate viewing angle, extend your arm outward with a fist facing North of the horizon, the top of your fist will be about 10 degrees. If there is anything blocking your view, move to a higher elevation to view ISS.
EarthSky Tonight - Get a Daily and Monthly Schedule of Celestial Events See what's happening each night through the end of each month. Watch the sky between dusk and nightfall and use the sky chart to find spectacular views. Never miss a celestial event... https://earthsky.org/tonight/
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Dickey-Stephens Park welcomes the Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club back to the field as they kick-off 125 years of baseball! Get a free Travelers 125th Anniversary Jersey given away Saturday 4/11/2026 to first 1,000 fans to arrive in the park...
This blog features a complimentary schedule provided by mib.com for games played April through September of this year. It includes game times, ticket information, and links to promotions and live games.
Dickey - Stephens Park has the best concessions of any public ball park in Arkansas. There are plenty of restrooms, lots of wheel chair accessible locations, and the park has a first aid station. All concessions must be paid with a credit or debit card. Concessions menu items - as of 4-9-2026 include (click photo to enlarge):
The prices for concessions at Dickey-Stephens Park are generally in line with other minor league ballparks.
Parking at Dickey-Stephens Park - Travelers game parking at Dickey-Stephens Park is $7.12 (pay with a debit or credit card ) to park. Parking is available on the west side of the Broadway Bridges staffed by Dickey-Stephens Park personnel. You should make plans to arrive at the game early (between 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm) for the best parking.
Parking is orderly with assistants directing you to your stall, but the lot fills-up quickly. If you leave prior to game ending, there are usually no traffic issues.
Travelers Game Promotions and Tickets
You can reserve home plate box seating or field box seating for your group. Groups can also reserve pavilions, picnic areas, the party deck, and the Dickey Room.
Fans can expect a range of ballpark giveaways, theme nights and special events - such as bobblehead giveaways, family night, military appreciation events, and activities tied to holidays, community celebrations, and park promotions (fireworks nights, $3 nights, and more)...
General Admission : Many games have tickets starting around $9 - $20 for basic seating. Single Game Ticketscan be purchased online or at the Ticket Office prior to game.
Join The Arkansas Mission of Mercy (ArMOM) in hosting a free dental clinic April 10 - 11, 2026 at Conway Expo Center, located at 2505 E Oak St, Conway, AR 72032.
Directions: TakeI-40 toExit 129in Conway. Turn ontoDave Ward Drive, then right ontoEast Oak Street - theConway Expo Center will be on your right.
Hours: Early-morning registration (patients line up very early) - clinics typically begin seeing patients around 6:00 am and run until capacity is reached each day (often mid-afternoon).
Services Offered:
Dental cleanings
Fillings
Extractions
All services are completely free of charge.
Who Can Attend
Open to all: The clinic is open to both children and adults - anyone who needs care can come.
No insurance or income requirements: You do not need dental insurance, proof of income, or eligibility paperwork.
First-come, first-served: Patients are served in the order they arrive each day. Registration starts very early (often before sunrise) because there are limited treatment slots each day.
Health considerations: There are no strict qualifying standards, but severe medical issues like fever, uncontrolled blood pressure, very high blood sugar, or a history of excessive bleeding may prevent treatment for safety reasons.
Children & Minors: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the visit.
Appointments & Applications
No Appointments Needed: You do not need to fill out an application or make an appointment in advance. Just arrive early and get in line at registration to receive an entry time and choice of available procedures.
Tips for Attendees
Arrive Early: Clinics often have more people than slots - getting there early improves the chance of being seen. Note: In previous years, lines have begun forming around 2:00 am on the morning of the clinic.
Plan for Potential Wait: Treatment capacity is typically limited (e.g., around 800 patients over the two days).
Today, Wendy’s is offering a free small frosty and small fries at participating locations as part of their “Free Dunks for America” campaign. The offer is in-store only, no purchase is needed, and it’s available while supplies last - just for today. Make sure you check that your local Wendy’s is participating - 4/7/2026 only!
Key Dates (Men’s Tournament - 2026) Selection Sunday: March 15, 2026 (Bracket Reveal) First Four: March 17 - 18, 2026 Round of 64: March 19 - 20, 2026 Round of 32: March 21 - 22, 2026 Sweet 16: March 26 - 27, 2026 Elite Eight: March 28 - 29, 2026 Final Four: April 4, 2026 (Indianapolis) National Championship: April 6, 2026 (Indianapolis)
Watch NCAA March Madness Live Apps, Streaming & TV Guide - Watch NCAA college basketball tournament games using the official March Madness Live app from NCAA Digital.The app works on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Android phones, tablets, Roku, Fire TV, and Smart TVs. Sign-in with your cable, satellite, or live TV provider login...
Games are broadcast across CBS and Turner Sports networks.
Selection Sunday: CBS
First Four: TBS and truTV
First & Second Rounds: CBS, TNT, TBS, truTV
Sweet 16 / Elite Eight: CBS and TBS
Final Four: CBS
National Championship: CBS
Best Streaming Services to Watch March Madness Without Cable
These services provide access to the networks that carry the tournament.
Paramount+ - Watch CBS games, including the Final Four and National Championship. Plans start around $5.99/month (Essential Plan) with limited commercials. https://www.paramountplus.com/
Paramount+ does not include Turner networks (TBS, TNT, truTV).
Other Streaming Options - Services that include all March Madness channels may include:
• YouTube TV • Hulu + Live TV • Sling TV • DirecTV Stream • Fubo
These services carry CBS, TNT, TBS, and truTV, which allows you to watch the full tournament.
Listen to 2026 NCAA
March Madness Games on Popular
Sports Radio Stations
CBS Sports Radio - Sports Radio AM 1240
"Alexa, play CBS Sports Radio" or
"Alexa, play WFAN 66 AM"
Here are some popular CBS Sports Radio stations
that will be broadcasting games absolutely FREE…
·WFAN 66 AM - 101.9 FM in New York City
·WBZFM - The Sports Hub 98.5 in Boston
·KILT 610 AM in Houston
·KFAN 100.3 FM in Minneapolis
·WIP 94.1 FM in Philadelphia
·WJFK 106.7 FM in Washington D.C.
·WSCR 670 AM in Chicago
·KRLD 105.3 FM in Dallas
·KNBR 680 AM - 104.5 FM in San Francisco
·KDKA 93.7 FM in Pittsburgh
·WXYT 97.1 FM in Detroit
·KMOX 1120 AM in St. Louis
·WQAM 560 AM in Miami
·WJZ 105.7 FM in Baltimore
·KXNT 1140 AM - 100.5 FM in Las Vegas
·KKFN 104.3 FM in Denver
·KHTK 1140 AM in Sacramento
ESPN
Radio - "Alexa, play ESPN Radio" or “Alexa, 97.3 ESPN Radio”
ESPN Radio will carry live 2026 March Madness Games
for both men’s and women’s tournaments.
These stations also feature sports talk shows,
podcasts, and news updates:
·WEPN 98.7 FM in New York
·ESPN 710 AM in Los Angeles
·WMVP 1000 AM in Chicago
·WEEI 850 AM in Boston
NBC
Sports Radio AM 1060 - "Alexa, play NBC Sports Radio"
NBC Sports is one of the official broadcasters of
the tournament along with CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
Westwood One Sports "Alexa, Open Westwood One Sports” then
say, "Schedule" then follow the NCAA game schedule to listen to live
game coverage.“Alexa, listen live”
Westwood One is the official network radio partner
of the NCAA and has a large number of affiliate stations across the
country.
FOX Sports Radio - "Alexa, play FOX Sports
Radio" or "Alexa, play
KGME 910 Phoenix Radio"
Listen to NCAA 2026 March Madness Games absolutely
FREE with tournament brackets, live updates and more. Watch live on FOX Sports
website…
SiriusXM Radio – “Alexa, play Westwood One on SiriusXM
Radio"– Channel 375
Listen with your paid subscription to live men and
women college basketball during March Madness. Features daily coverage of
conference and tournament broadcasts on SiriusXM
Big Ten Radio (Ch. 372), SiriusXM SEC Radio
(Ch. 374) and SiriusXM Westwood One (Ch. 375).
March
Madness WBB App (Women)-Get the 2026 March Madness Women's Basketball App –
It is a FREE app for live game updates. Find valuable information about teams,
games, players and more…
Listen to LIVE broadcasts of all March Madness games... What game would you like? Say your favorite team name-For example: Say, "Ohio State" Say, "Live Game" or "Schedule" or "Exit"
Razorback Fans Spotlight...
The Arkansas Razorbacks enter the 2026 NCAA March Madness Tournament as No.4 seed team in the West. The Razorbacks finished the season with a 26 - 8 record and secured a spot in the NCAA tournament.
Arkansas will tip-off in Round of 64 against No. 13 seed Hawaii. The game is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, 3:25 PM CT at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. The game will be broadcast on TBS.
Listen Live on the Radio (Play-by-Play) Say, "Alexa, Play KABZ-FM Little Rock, 103.7 Radio"
If the Razorbacks win against Hawaii, they will advance to Round of 32 and face the winner of the game between No. 5 Wisconsin and No. 12 High Point. That second-round game would then take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
The Razorbacks are tough and knows how to step up and win! Thanks Coach Cal and team for bringing back the Razorback fire.
Let's Go Hogs!
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When an opposing player misses two consecutive free‐throws in the 4th quarter of a NBA Wizards home game, fans in the DC Metro area “score a Free Chick-fil-A Sandwich in the Chick-fil-A App” the next day.
Check your Chick-fil-A App after the game (or next morning) to claim your tasty reward! Fans have one day to claim the offer, and 5 days to redeem at participating locations.
Thanks for Supporting the Washington Wizards!
Steps to Claim Your Reward
Download and open the Chick-fil-A App.
Enable location permissions to confirm you're in Metro DC extended area - from LaVale and Frederick, MD, to Fredericksburg, VA, and California, MD.
Once an opposing player misses two consecutive free‐throws in the 4th quarter of a Wizards home game, the promotion appears in the app.