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Health

$46M Healthcare Campus in the Works for Rogers

A new healthcare campus is set to be built in Rogers, increasing the region’s access to state-of-the-art medical facilities.

• Phasing In: Prime Healthcare Properties announced its acquisition of 9.03 acres at the intersection of Promenade Blvd and Oak St. and plans to develop a three-building campus spanning 115,000ft² .  Completion of Phase One is expected by Q3 of 2024.

• Healthy Communities: Aligned with the region's strategic initiative to enhance healthcare services, improve quality of life, and establish Northwest Arkansas as a healthcare destination, this project will deliver Class-A medical office space to Rogers.

See what Phase One of the development entails HERE.

Events

Enjoy Live Music, Good Food, and Great Company During The Johnson Square Summer Series

The Johnson Square Summer Series continues this Friday, Jul 28, filling the streets with games, giveaways, and live music starting at 7p.

• Party Time: The summer series takes place every fourth Friday through August, providing opportunities to grab food and beverages from nearby restaurants like Hail Fellow Well Met! and Pizzeria Ruby while enjoying live music and time with the local Johnson community.

• On Stage: This month’s free live music performance will feature the intimate acoustic tracks and psychedelic-inspired guitar riffs of Kin & Company. Check out these local artists before the show on Spotify or Soundcloud!

Find more event details for this Friday HERE.

Sponsored by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Last Chance to Catch Diego Rivera’s America—Now in its Final Weekend

Don’t miss your chance to see this striking exhibition before it’s gone! Only on view at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art until July 31, this must-see experience features works that haven’t left Mexico for 20 years—and won’t for another two decades.

• Rivera's Legacy: Diego Rivera's America showcases a broad range of Rivera's drawings, easel paintings, frescoes, and more, examining the social and cultural life of Mexico and the United States from the 1920s to the 1940s.

• Unveiled: The collection includes rarely-seen works from private collections, contributions on loan from museums in the US and Mexico, and three significant paintings by Frida Kahlo, including a self-portrait of her with Rivera.

Witness this rare exhibition before July 31. Reserve tickets HERE.

Guide

NWA Daily's Swimming Spots and Splash Pad Guide

We got a bit spoiled last weekend with some mild summer weather, but that classic Arkansas summer heat and humidity is ramping back up! Here are a few places around Northwest Arkansas to help you stay cool.

• Swim Spots: Northwest Arkansas is home to incredible aquatic centers, both indoor and outdoor, featuring Olympic-sized swimming pools for lap swimmers and epic water slides for the kids and kids-at-heart!

• Splash Pads: Several City Parks in the area have added splash pads in recent years, adding fun water elements to some already incredible parks and playgrounds. A few spots on the list just opened this summer!

Explore our guide to Swimming Spots and Splash Pads HERE.

Events

The 6th Annual Veterans Village Golf Tournament Supports Safe Housing for Homeless Veterans

Arkansas Veterans Village, a local non-profit dedicated to providing transitional housing for military veterans, is thrilled to announce the 6th Annual Golf Tournament will be hosted at Paradise Valley Country Club on Sep 18.

• Welcome Home: Since its establishment in 2016, Arkansas Veteran Village Corp. has successfully housed 95 veterans, with 18 currently being provided shelter. Proceeds from the golf tournament provide nearly one-third of the organization's annual budget, with 96% of all donations going directly toward transitional housing for homeless veterans.

• Scramble Time: Gather your team of four and participate in the scramble format tournament. Prizes will be awarded for each flight, and a silent auction will be held to raise additional funds. There are also sponsorship and volunteer opportunities for those looking to join the cause!

Register your team today or sponsor the tournament HERE.

Employment

Cool Jobs In NWA

Looking for a job? Check out the wide range of positions posted to our community board:

• Interested in joining our NWA Daily team in a full-time sales role? Email us your resume or Linkedin page, and let’s talk!

• Join the team at Crystal Bridges in directing community engagement as Outreach Manager.

• Join Fossil Cove as a Bartender/Beervangelist at their Fayetteville Tasting Room.

• Find several other listings in the Health, Education, and Retail industries.

Looking to fill a job? Post it HERE.

NWA Daily Picks

In other news…

• 🎵 Find your voice: Craft your singing and acting skills, nail auditions, and get cast in shows with the help of U of A Theater instructor Betsy Jilka. Join her for a five-week Basics of Singing Class, beginning Aug 9, or Musical Theatre Class, Aug 10, at Folk School of Fayetteville. You can also contact Betsy for Private Voice Lessons.*

• 🌊 Dripping in Blue: Support the work of Kendrick Fincher Hydration for Life by joining the 2023 Homecoming Gala — an evening of dinner, libations, dancing, speakers, a silent auction, music, and more on Aug 12!*

• ⛑️ Safety Sam: Take your outdoor adventuring to the next level and get your Wilderness First Aid Certification this weekend at the Hobbs State Park Visitors Center, Jul 29-30.

• 📅 Ditch the FOMO: Post your upcoming events on our Events Page, and stay in the know about upcoming events mentioned in the newsletter.

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