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Pride parade marches on in Fayetteville as crowds beat the heat
Pride Parade Marches On in Fayetteville Despite Sweltering Heat. Despite the scorching temperature reaching 98 degrees and a heat index of 108, the crowds at the annual Pride parade in Fayetteville showed their solidarity and dedication to the LGBTQ+ community. The event, which kicked off at 11 a.m., was well-attended, with thousands braving the heat to celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
Quality Inn on MLK in Fayetteville to be converted into affordable housing complex
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Affordable housing is an ongoing issue across Northwest Arkansas. In April, the Fayetteville City Council declared a housing crisis. At the last council meeting on June 25, the manager for Countdown Properties LLC Brandon Scallion proposed the plan of converting the Quality Inn motel off Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard into affordable housing.
Mission Boulevard Trail work to close Eastwood Drive at Mission Boulevard for two weeks
FAYETTEVILLE — The entrance to Eastwood Drive from Mission Boulevard will be closed to vehicle traffic for two weeks starting today (July 2). The closure will occur during working hours, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., with traffic detoured to the nearby Kings Drive. The closure is part of...
Fayetteville Animal Services extending free adoption event
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Fayetteville Animal Services is waiving adoption fees now through Independence Day celebrations for its Big Summer Blowout adoption event. According to Animal Services Superintendent Justine Lentz, shelters tend to reach their capacity during the summer. "We have numerous amazing pups and a few adorable kitties eagerly...
Celebrate July 4th at an annual fireworks spectacular
You can celebrate July 4th with an annual event at the Walmart AMP. Watch as Jennifer Wilson, with Walton Arts Center joins KNWA Today/FOX24 to share details on Walmart AMP presents: Fireworks Spectacular with the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas. Tickets are free for Rogers residents, however, tickets need to be picked up in person at […]
Fayetteville public meetings: July 1-5, 2024
Fayetteville gears up for another week of public meetings, with various bodies and commissions gathering to discuss and address key community issues. Similar to previous weeks, the agendas are diverse and tailored to the specific responsibilities of each group. Meetings Highlights. Planning Commission and City Council Agenda Sessions are scheduled...
Thousands turn out for Northwest Arkansas Pride events
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — This weekend was the biggest turn out ever for NWA Pride Weekend since it started in 2004. Board of Directors President of NWA Equality Jafet Malave projected more than 35,000 people attended this weekend's festivities. Malave believes this is a perfect opportunity to support his community.
Fayetteville installs new EV charging station near Dickson Street
FAYETTEVILLE — Drivers of electric vehicles have another option for charging their EV in the downtown area. The city last week installed a new EV charging station on Level 2 of the West Avenue parking deck. It’s the fifth location to receive a public charging station in the downtown and Dickson Street entertainment districts.
Arkansas receives $40 million in federal infrastructure grants
Three Arkansas infrastructure projects will receive $40 million in federal funding as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced Wednesday. The funding is part of $1.8 billion in awards from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program. Wednesday’s announcement brings...
Prairie Grove issues .2 million in school construction bonds to fund trio of projects
Prairie Grove Issues .2 Million in School Construction Bonds. Prairie Grove School District has issued .2 million in school construction bonds, marking a significant step towards funding a trio of projects aimed at enhancing the district’s infrastructure. This move comes as part of the district’s broader plan to invest in its facilities and improve the educational environment for students.
Fayetteville City Council preview: July 2, 2024
New rules for short-term rental business license suspension and revocation. Intent to implement new user fee study recommendations. Rezoning request at 4260 W. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Requiring new appointments to the Housing Crisis Task Force. Rush Truck Centers purchase agreement approval. Lewis Ford Sales purchase agreement approval. Potable...
Fayetteville to host Startup World Cup regional qualifier
A regional qualifier for the global finale of the Startup World Cup will take place in Fayetteville this summer. Startup Junkie Consulting of Fayetteville was selected to host the event, which will offer local entrepreneurs a platform to showcase their ideas and compete for a chance to win a $1 million investment.
Yvonne Richardson Community Center breaks ground on expansion, improvement project
Last Friday, Fayetteville Mayor Lioneld Jordan kicked off the groundbreaking ceremony for the Yvonne Richardson Community Center's new expansion. “My friends, this expansion will enable us to serve more youth, teens, and adults, and provide new opportunities for our community,” he said. “This place, my friends, sometimes gives people some hope where they don’t even think they’ve got a prayer.”
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