There were lots of questions and speculation, but the latest suspicion is that this is an Aldi’s, (which my wife is very happy about).
The reasons for this suspicion mainly is that Aldi is hiring a store manager for a new store in Russellville. Plus if you drive by that area, you’ll see a vinyl banner that says “coming soon, Aldi”. I would have grabbed a pic, but it was raining that day.
We reached out to Haag Brown Commercial Real Estate and Development, the source of the original post, asking for confirmation, but all they would say is..
We do not confirm those things until we are permitted to. We are not permitted to disclose what we are doing there yet.
A major national brand has secured a prime 2.46 AC site right across from Walmart at 2400 East Main Street—and construction is already underway! 🚧
Get ready for new jobs and even more retail energy in one of the city’s busiest corridors. 🤩
We’ve truly enjoyed being a part of Russellville’s development over the years, with projects including 7Brew, Sumo Japanese Steakhouse, Slim Chickens, Freddy’s, Buffalo Wild Wings & now this one! Any guesses on who might be joining all these amazing businesses? 🤔
Who has the best pizza in Russellville? You can vote for as many as you like and be sure to leave a comment under “additional comments” to further explain your selection.
Have you ever wondered what your child would enjoy doing in Russellville? Maybe you think it’s time for your child to go outside and take a few breaths of fresh air, but you wonder what you could do in town?
If you can think of something fern for kids in Russellville that’s not on the page, please share it in the comments section below.
Russellville is a small town. But, there are quite a few things that it has to offer. Some of those things are excellent for children to do, but let’s face it. Sometimes it’s hard to find the things that are worth while which is why we have found them for you.
Here are some fun things for your child to do in (and around) Russellville city limits.
PCLS Teens-Only Seating Area With Lots of Fun
The Pope County Library System does many things for children from toddlers to teens. For teens specifically, the Pope County Library System created a teens-only seating area with board games, graphic novels, and puzzles.
This indoor Nerf arena is a perfect place for any kid party or get-together. In this arena, your kids can have a blast (pun intended) with a plethora of Nerf blasters in all different shapes and sizes. It’s worth a shot (pun also intended)!
Russellville has a number of 4-H clubs. Some are general while others are specific to a certain thing. But, with all of them available, your child will likely find at least one that he/she will love. Here are some of Russellville’s 4-H clubs.
Russellville also has an aquatic center that your children can enjoy. The area is great for budget-friendly fun! Only $4 for children 0-11 and $5 for children 12 or older.
Check Out The Russellville Skatepark
Is your kid into skating? Why not take them over to the Russellville skatepark. It’s free admission!
Let Your Children Play at a City Park
Of course, Russellville has a city park. Younger kids will love to play there. Oh, and I almost forgot the splash pad! Let your child play in the water on hot summer days!
Check Out Local Animals at The Lake Dardanelle State Park Visitor Center
Arkansas as a whole is known for it’s nature. In fact, it’s known as “The Natural State”! It is one of my favorite parts of the state and you can enjoy nature in the Lake Dardanelle State Park by checking out the visitor center to learn about local animals and even get to see some of them live!
Teach Your Child Pottery at Potter Worx
Pottery Worx is a Russellville business dedicated to pottery. Your child can make his or her own mug, bowl, plate, or anything else they can make with pottery!
Get Your Child Involved In Boy/Cub/Girl Scouts
Of course, Russellville has both Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and even Cub Scouts for younger kids. For Boy Scouts, check out troops 214 and 182. For Girl Scouts, check out troops 182G and for the Cub Scouts, check out pack 182.
Finding those places where kids eat free can really help when deciding where to eat. Not every place can let kids eat free, but we found a variety of restaurants in Russellville and have them listed here. Not all of these are free, some are low cost. They are all listed below.
Where Kids Eat Free in Russellville
Where Kids Can Get Reduced Meal Prices in Russellville
This delicious zucchini bread takes advantage of all the fresh summer zucchini growing so well here in the River Valley of Arkansas. It is one of my favorite summer treats and a great way to use up those big zucchini you may have let grow a little too large in the summer lol!
What is Zucchini Bread?
If you aren’t familiar with zucchini bread you’ll be happy to learn that it is a type of quick bread that is similar to banana or pumpkin bread, just with grated zucchini.
Zucchini is the green cousin to the yellow summer squash and it is very easy to find in Arkansas. You can pick it up at many farmer’s markets, grocery stores, and most like your neighbor, lol.
In the past, I’ve tried other zucchini bread recipes out there but they were either not sweet enough or overly sweet, so I’m not afraid to mention that myself and my family have deemed this the best zucchini bread recipe ever.
Thanks to my dear Aunt Barabara for this recipe, I sure miss her, but always think of here when I make this recipe!
To some the thought of using summer squash in a sweet bread may be foreign but trust me here, you don’t taste an overwhelming squash flavor at all.
The zucchini is shredded so finely that you only see pretty green flecks scattered through the slices, but the squash adds much-needed moisture to this sweet treat that is super nice.
Just imagine a lightly spiced cakey loaf with a moist crumb and a nice crunch from some walnuts. To me, this loaf has the perfect amount of sweetness and it is a great way to use up all the extra zucchini if you are a gardener like me.
Do You Have To Peel and Remove The Seeds From The Zucchini For Zucchini Bread?
Zucchini is a tasty summer squash that has very mild-tasting flesh, with a thin green skin that is fine to be eaten.
There is no reason to peel the zucchini first before shredding it for this bread recipe. As I mentioned above, the skin is very thin and tender so it cooks fine in the bread and you’ll never know it is there.
I simply wash the zucchini well first and check for any damaged spots that may need to be removed, but other than that the squash is ready to be shredded.
The same goes for the seeds. Zucchini, if picked at peek size, doesn’t have very large seeds and they can be left alone as you shred the squash.
They will help add moisture to your zucchini bread. However, if you have a rather large zucchini and the seeds have gotten larger and tougher I do recommend scooping them out of the squash before you shred it when you need to use up the larger squash.
This Fresh Zucchini Bread will have your kids begging for more squash…in bread form!
Here’s the recipe!
Ingredients
Ingredients
2 eggs
1 cup of sugar
3/4 cup of packed brown sugar
1 cup of oil
1/4 cup of milk or water
2 cups of shredded zucchini
2 cups of all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons of cinnamon
2 teaspoons of baking soda
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of chopped pecan or walnuts
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit and grease and flour a 9×5 loaf pan. It is important to grease and lightly flower this bread because this zucchini bread will stick if you don’t.
To a mixing bowl add the eggs, sugars, oil, and milk. Mix well until combined.
Next, add in the shredded zucchini and mix again.
Finally add in the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nuts and mix thoroughly until there are no dry ingredients left unmixed.
Spray your 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray and then dust it very well with a couple of tablespoons of flour making sure to get the bottom and the sides of the loaf pan coated well. Dump any excess flour out of the loaf pan.
Add the bread batter to the loaf pan and spread it out evenly. If desired sprinkle a few walnuts on top and place it in the oven to bake for 60 to 75 minutes. Start testing the center of the loaf at 60 minutes.
The total cooking time will depend on the thickness of your loaf and your oven. The loaf in my photos took 73 minutes to bake completely in my oven. It is done when a toothpick comes out of the center clean.
Let the bread cool for about 5 to 10 minutes then carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool completely before slicing to serve. This bread also freezes beautifully!
We looked all over Russellville to find the best deals in Russellville. We found a bunch, but far from them all.
If you know of, or are promoting a special or deal in Russellville, feel free to add your voice to this article. You can either leave a comment in the comment section or add your deal to the deal section or both. It’s free.
After years of pouring our hearts into Foodies, the time has come for us to say goodbye. Due to rising costs, a struggling small-business economy, and slowing traffic, Foodies Restaurant & Grill will be closing permanently.
This place has been our home — a dream built from scratch, a space filled with laughter, long nights, creativity, teamwork, and a community we’ve grown to love deeply.
Thank you for letting us feed you, serve you, and be part of your lives.
Before we close our doors for the final time, we want to give everyone a chance to enjoy their favorite Foodies meal one last time.
📅 We will be open tomorrow, and possibly the next few days, with a limited menu.
Once we sell out, that will be our final goodbye.
If Foodies has ever made you smile — if you’ve ever had a favorite gyro, a burger you bragged about, or a meal that hit the spot —
this is your last chance to come share that moment with us.
From the bottom of our hearts: thank you, Russellville.
You can share your news story in the Russellville Voice.
Market on 65 is a 40,000 sq. ft. indoor vendors market featuring 95+ unique vendors and 50+ booths filled with antiques, handmade goods, vintage treasures, collectibles, and more. During the Clinton Chuckwagon Festival, we’re hosting Junktion on 65, a week-long open house celebrating our brand-new event space, The Junction on 65.
Explore our indoor market, browse outdoor vendor booths and 8×8 covered tent spaces, meet vendors during daily table showcases, and sip fresh coffee from The Apothecary all week long.
Start Date: August 25, 2025 , End Date: August 30, 2025
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