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US Pro Cup p/b Ozark Foundation comes to Fayetteville, Arkansas, ahead of the Paris Summer Olympics.
Beginning on Wednesday, April 3rd, Centennial Park in Northwest Arkansas will host four days of racing, with more than thirteen countries participating, including nations as far away as New Zealand and Switzerland. The Hors Category XCO race on Saturday will be the only one in North America for 2024 and will provide riders and countries with significant UCI qualification points leading up to the summer games. In addition, the largest cross-country-specific race in North America will see over forty-one US states represented on the start line, with both pros and amateurs competing.
Keep Arkansas Beautiful Commission to open applications for two additional Clean Waterway Grants
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (March 27, 2024) — Keep Arkansas Beautiful (KAB) to reopen public applications for two additional 2024 Clean Waterways Grant that will assist communities with the installation of trash booms on Arkansas waterways. These grants will award up to $2,600 to each of the selected city or county governments, companies or organizations seeking to reduce litter along their local waterways.
Temporary Closure of Razorback Greenway at I-49 Tunnel
Bentonville Parks and Recreation has announced a temporary closure of the Razorback Greenway Trail. The closure will extend from the south tunnel entrance of I-49 heading north to Bentonville County 40. This section is important as it connects residents and visitors from Bentonville to Bella Vista. The purpose of the closure is to upgrade a portion of the existing trail to concrete to provide a more robust trail surface and better pedestrian and biking accessibility. Additionally, Bentonville Parks and Recreation staff will plant trees to provide much-needed shade and enhance the experience for trail users.
Experience the Total Eclipse at Hot Springs National Park
April 4 – 7, 2024. Even though totality will last just a few minutes, visitors will have many opportunities to participate in special events in the days leading up to the Eclipse. Park rangers are working with scientists from NASA, NOAA, and Earth to Sky to coordinate fun events, programs, and presentations throughout the community. These programs are all free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Learn more about space weather, ongoing NASA research, the impact of eclipses on Earth, eclipse dynamics, and more. Additionally, the park is hosting a 2-day “Eclipse Fest!” on Arlington Lawn with interactive activities, demonstrations, and presentations from the visiting scientists.
The Eclipse is Not the Only Thing Happening in the Skies this Spring
The following article was written by Danielle Smith with the Public News Service Public News Service. Spring marks the season for annual migrations for numerous bird species, with Arkansas hosting a total of 428 avian varieties. Experts said birdwatchers are encouraged to be vigilant, as they may encounter countless species...
Crystal Bridges Opens Exquisite Creatures With Lectures by Artist and Author/Birdwatcher
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is celebrating the opening of its newest exhibition, Exquisite Creatures, with a weekend of events that honor the beauty of nature. On March 15, there will be a special opening lecture by the exhibition’s artist, Christopher Marley. KUAF News Director Kyle Kellam will host the lecture, which will delve into the incredible connection between art and nature.
Arkansas State Parks Enters Agreement with AmeriCorps, Engage Arkansas, and Arkansas Parks and Recreation Foundation
LITTLE ROCK — Secretary Shea Lewis was joined by leaders for AmeriCorps, Engage Arkansas, and the Arkansas Parks & Recreation Foundation gathered at Pinnacle Mountain State Park on March 11 for the official signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding designed to create a framework for increased conservation programs and environmental activities in Arkansas.
Buffalo National River Announces Canoe & Kayak Rental Concession Business Opportunity
Harrison, AR: The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a prospectus soliciting proposals to provide canoe rentals and transportation (shuttle) services to visitors at Buffalo National River. The NPS intends to award twelve (12) concession contracts. The new contracts will be for a term of ten (10) years. Interested parties...
Big Dam Bridge Will Be Closed During the 4th Week of March
Beginning Monday, March 25th through Friday, March 29th, the Big Dam Bridge, which spans across Murray Lock and Dam, will be temporarily closed to all traffic between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. This closure is necessary for a routine bridge inspection conducted by officials from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
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