Ask me about my Weimaraner 🐕

Happy first day of spring! To celebrate, we’ve teamed up with Bee Organized NWA to give away a 3-hour organization or packing service — a $420 value. Enter the drawing via our Instagram.

Events

Ride For Research During the 4th Annual Gravel Fest for MS

It’s almost time for the 4th Annual Gravel Fest for MS, a two-day ride through scenic backroads of the Ozarks on May 3-4.

• Good Gravel: Riders can choose from routes ranging from 25 to 60 miles, with both race and non-race formats. For those who need it, accommodations include mini A-frame and tent camping at Bentonville Bike Camp, or rooms can be booked at the Motto Hotel with a special bike valet service.

• Great Friends: Registration includes aid station support with snacks and hydration, meals, snacks, beer, a DJ, live music, fire pits, and s’mores. Proceeds from the event will support Rampy MS Research Foundation's continued multiple sclerosis research at UAMS in Little Rock, Northwestern University in Chicago, and the University of California at San Francisco.

Book your spot now for an unforgettable weekend HERE.

Startups

Applications Open for Spring 2025 VC Immersion Program

StartupNWA is now accepting applications for its Spring 2025 VC Immersion series, a program designed to connect entrepreneurs with top venture capitalists on May 14.

• Invest in Arkansas: Since launching, the VC Immersion series has facilitated $6.7M in early-stage funding for Arkansas startups and engaged more than 35 VC firms. This year, 22 firms from 12 states are confirmed to participate, collectively representing over $1.63B in managed assets.

• Curated Connections: Selected startups will have exclusive access to one-on-one meetings with investors, expanding their networks and funding opportunities. All applicants will also be included in StartupNWA’s deal database, giving them exposure to 150+ institutional investors nationwide.

Applications close Apr 7, with selections announced by May 1. Startups can apply HERE.

Sponsored by the Momentary

Last Chance to Experience 'Best in Show' at the Momentary

Time is running out to visit the Momentary's joyful and celebratory exhibition, Best in Show: Pets in Contemporary Photography, before it closes on Sunday, Apr 13.

• Celebrating Pets: This free exhibition showcases the work of 25 global artists who explore the roles pets play in our culture, symbolizing status, power, loyalty, compassion, and companionship. Highlights include William Wegman's iconic Weimaraner portraits, Walter Chandoha's pioneering cat photography, and Sophie Gamand's endearing images of dogs during bath time.

• Pets Welcome: This one isn't just for us humans! The Momentary invites visitors to bring their leashed pets into the galleries, adding to the fun of this animal companion-themed exhibit.

Learn more about the exhibit and plan your visit HERE.

Music

SoNA Closes 2024-25 Season & Bids Farewell To Director Paul Hess

The Symphony of Northwest Arkansas will conclude its 2024-25 MainStage season with American Voices: Rhapsody in Blue on Saturday, April 19, at Walton Arts Center.

• Celebrating American Music: The evening will feature George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Stewart Goodyear, alongside works by Arkansas native Florence Price and William Grant Still, known as the “Dean of African American Composers.”

• A Special Farewell: This performance marks the final MainStage concert under Music Director Paul Haas after 15 seasons with SoNA. A complimentary post-show toast will honor his leadership.

Tickets range from $37 to $62, with student discounts available. Get yours HERE.

Throwback Thursday

History Keeps Turning at Johnson Mill

The next time you pull into Johnson — perhaps on your way to grab some Pizzaria Ruby — maybe you’ll wonder about that historic-looking mill just off I-49. It’s one of the oldest landmarks in Northwest Arkansas and the center of Johnson’s long history.

• From Mill to Town: Originally built as Truesdale’s Mill in the 1830s, the site became a cornerstone of early settlement life. After being burned during the Civil War, it was rebuilt in 1865 by J.Q. Johnson, who eventually became the town’s namesake. The mill stayed in operation until 1978.

• A New Chapter: In 1990, architect James Lambeth transformed the mill into Inn at the Mill, a boutique hotel that preserved the mill’s rustic charm. Today, it stands as both a historic landmark and a symbol of Johnson’s enduring legacy.

Learn more about Johnson Mill’s history HERE.

NWA Daily Picks

In other news…

• 🎣 Catfishing, 1602 Style: Mistaken identities, over-the-top pranks, and love letters gone wildly wrong—Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night is the original rom-com with a mischievous twist. See the mayhem unfold live on stage in TheatreSquared's modern verse translation now through Mar 30! Snag your seats today at theatre2.org.*

• 🐝 Busy Bees: It’s time for some spring cleaning! So we’re teaming up with Bee Organized NWA to give away a 3-hour organization or packing service with 2 Bees (a $420 value)! Head over to our Instagram to enter.*

• 🧗Wall To Wall Fun: Boulders & Brews Climbing Gym’s Summer Camps provide fun activities for kids ages 6-12 years old as they learn climbing skills, enjoy arts & crafts, make new friends, and have a blast. Get a jump on summer and register today!*

• 🚗 Time for a Road Trip: Autio has over 20,000+ professionally narrated stories that play automatically as you explore—including several stories right here in Northwest Arkansas, like the Battle of Pea Ridge and the history of Johnson Mill. Download Autio and get your first 5 stories free.*

• 🥜 Spread the Love: Northwest Health is hosting its annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive to support the NWA Food Bank. Donations are being accepted through Monday, Mar 24. Find a drop-off location HERE.

• 🥯 Bagel Time: Dallas-based Benny’s Bagels is bringing its fresh, made-from-scratch bagels to Fayetteville, taking over the spot formerly occupied by Eureka Pizza on Leverette Ave.

• 🥳 Join The Club: Our daily newsletter is completely free, but if you simply love what we’re doing, you can support our work by joining our NWA Daily Fan Club!

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Employment

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