The event is the alliance’s biggest fundraiser of the year, providing funds to support the organization’s mission of revitalizing downtown Springdale.
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Work to begin on new road to Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA)
The new road will feature a four-lane interstate stretching from the XNA entrance at Hwy. 264 to Hwy. 612, also known as the Springdale Bypass.
Downtown bike racing returns to Springdale this month
A spectator-friendly bike racing series will return to downtown Springdale for another season this month.
Four-day wellness festival to feature Jewel, Arianna Huffington, Tonya Lewis Lee
The event coincides with the opening of The Portal: An Art Experience by Jewel.
Naturals to start 2024 season with back-to-back fireworks shows
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals will open the 2024 season with a three-game series against the Tulsa Drillers this weekend at Arvest Ballpark.
Groups unveil state’s first firefly sanctuary
Officials said Coler Mountain Bike Preserve’s long grass, native plants, and pesticide-free management make it an ideal home for fireflies
Affordable housing project breaks ground in Springdale
Work has begun on a new attainable-housing development in downtown Springdale.
Group to offer free class on how to photograph an eclipse
The class is open to anyone, regardless of their photography skill level.
Investigation underway for body found in XNA parking lot
The body was discovered inside a parked vehicle in one of the airport’s parking lots Wednesday morning, according to a statement from an airport spokesperson.
Investment group to reopen AQ Chicken in Springdale
A 75-year Springdale restaurant that closed earlier this year is set to reopen under new ownership.
John Conlee, Quiet Riot, Jackyl, and more to perform at Bikes, Blues & BBQ in Rogers, Eureka this week
Bikes, Blues & BBQ rolls in to Rogers and Eureka Springs on Wednesday, Sept. 20 and will run through Saturday, Sept. 23 this year.
Arkansas attorney general OKs legality of Bentonville’s affordable teacher housing approach
A Northwest Arkansas school district will further consider a proposal to build affordable housing for teachers this month following initial approval of the project by Arkansas’ attorney general on Tuesday.
Silver Dollar City to build new $30 million Fire in the Hole roller coaster
Silver Dollar City this week announced plans to build a new Fire In The Hole roller coaster that will open in spring 2024.
Local groups donate 4,000 backpacks to low-income families
The collaboration was part of the annual Fresh Start: BackPacks for Kids initiative, which aims to equip students with the tools they need to succeed at school.
Onyx Coffee Lab plans chocolate-focused concept in downtown Springdale
The cafe will also serve breakfast, pastries and lunch alongside house-made ice creams and a small offering of natural wines.