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Fred Stecher (right), a World War II veteran from Fayetteville, is greeted by friends and family Wednesday during a surprise celebration of his 100th birthday at Shelton Tucker Craft American Legion Post 27 in Fayetteville. Stecher was given a police escort to the Legion hall where he was greeted by a large crowd of family and friends before a short program. Visit nwaonline.com/photo for today's photo gallery.

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Each community park in the city — Bryce Davis, Gulley, Walker and Wilson — has its own vibe, said Ted Jack, park planning superintendent.

Riders make their way along Emma Avenue past a sign advertising the Rodeo of the Ozarks while driving a group of wild mares and foals to Parsons Stadium to kick off the 78th Rodeo of the Ozarks in downtown Springdale.

Riders make their way along Emma Avenue past a sign advertising the Rodeo of the Ozarks while driving a group of wild mares and foals to Parsons Stadium to kick off the 78th Rodeo of the Ozarks in downtown Springdale.