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Fire At Recycling Center In Rogers Sends Up Smoke Plume Visible For Miles

Yesterday afternoon around 3p, Marck Industries Recycling Center in Rogers caught on fire, sending up an enormous plume of smoke and ash that could be seen from as far away as Bella Vista, Fayetteville, and Eureka Springs.

• Four-Alarm Fire: The Rogers Fire Department classified the incident as a four-alarm fire, meaning the entire building was on fire. The fire may continue to burn for several days but has been deemed manageable. So far, over 3,000 gallons of water have been used to fight the flames, and departments from all over NWA have been working together to extinguish the fire.

• Smoke Alert: Due to the fire, a hazardous smoke warning was issued, urging nearby residents, especially those with respiratory concerns, to stay inside. One worker at the facility was taken to the hospital for excessive smoke inhalation, but thankfully, all workers were accounted for.

KNWA shared several photos, videos, and time-lapses of the fire and smoke plume HERE.

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Launch Your Passion For Technology During The NWA Tech Summit

NWA Tech Summit, the heartland’s premiere technology conference, returns for its 11th year the weekend of Oct 28-29.

• Innovation Station: This year’s Homegrown theme emphasizes the region’s technological leadership and the unique contributions of local entrepreneurs and innovators. The Summit provides an unmatched opportunity for the local and national community of executives, entrepreneurs, practitioners, students, and educators to network.

• Right To Win: Hosted at the Rogers Convention Center, the two-day tech extravaganza will highlight the region’s ‘Right to Win’ technologies that provide NWA a competitive advantage over other parts of the country: Retail Value Chain, Advanced Mobility, HealthTech, and Emerging Technology. Over 2,000 people attended last year’s event with more expected this time around!

Learn more and get tickets HERE.

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Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats To Close Out The 2024 Season At The Walmart AMP

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats will perform their unique blend of folk, rock, and R&B at the Walmart AMP on Tuesday, Oct 29, joined by opener Gregory Alan Isakov.

• Howling At Nothing: The Chicago Tribune has described Nathaniel Rateliff as “one of the most powerful voices in folk music!” The band is known for its brass-heavy arrangements, gritty vocals, and a live performance style that combines the rawness of old-school rock with a Southern soul vibe.

• Last Call: The nights are getting colder, and the 2024 Cox Concert Series at the Walmart AMP is coming to a close. Send it off in style with Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats and start saving the dates for the 2025 season, which already has a few shows on the calendar.

Get four lawn tickets for just $99 HERE.

Events

Amazing Events Coming Up At The Amazeum

The Amazeum in Bentonville is constantly providing great resources and a lot of fun for kids and families in our community! Here are two upcoming events worth special mention:

• For The Teachers: Educator Night Out on Thursday, Oct 24, is a free event for educators to explore the Amazeum, participate in interactive professional development sessions, and network with other educators! Sessions are led by local educators and organizations to provide perspectives on creating belonging through STEAM.

• Sensory Friendly: HallowZing on Friday, Oct 25, is a special night for children with special needs, their siblings, and grown-ups to have the Amazeum all to themselves! Dive into the wonders of STEAM in a setting designed to accommodate everyone's unique way of enjoying the Halloween season. Tickets are just $2 and free for members.

Find these events and more on the Amazeum calendar HERE.

Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Northwest Arkansas Breweries

There have already been several Oktoberfest events around Northwest Arkansas this month, but it’s not too late to join the community in celebrating good people and great beer by visiting Northwest Arkansas’s fantastic local breweries.

• Brewing: Northwest Arkansas has developed an incredible beer scene with numerous local breweries to enjoy and more popping up all the time. Everyone has their favorite, but we can all agree on one thing—local is best!

• Try ‘Em All: If you’re up for a challenge, visit all 23 stops along the famous Fayetteville Ale Trail. Passports can be picked up at the Experience Fayetteville Visitors Center, ordered online, or found at any of the participating breweries. Once the passport has been stamped at each location, it can be turned in for an Ale Trail Finisher stein.

Check out our guide to local breweries HERE.

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In other news…

• 📝 504 & IEP Basics: Learn the difference between 504 Plans and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and what parents and guardians should understand to work well with their public schools in a free workshop at Nelms Dyslexia Center in Fayetteville next Tuesday, Oct 22, from 6-7p.*

• 🔑 Unlock Growth: Looking to grow your business or network with other professionals? Join the Razorback Network Group at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale this Tuesday, Oct 22, from 7-8:30a to learn how joining Business Network International (BNI) can unlock opportunities for your business. Register here.*

• 💡 Shine Bright: We’re partnering with NWA Illuminations to give away a free Christmas lights installation this holiday season. Visit our Facebook or Instagram to enter!

• 🍺 Cheers to 20 Years: Every Thursday in October, $1 from every pint sold at Crisis Brewing in Fayetteville will be donated to the Fayetteville Public Library Foundation in honor of the library’s 20-year anniversary at its iconic Mountain St. location.

• 🛣️ In The Zone: Fayetteville City Council has approved a major rezoning proposal for the 71B Corridor, aimed at making the road safer, beautifying and improving the infrastructure, and encouraging redevelopment of the properties to include residential uses that would add more housing to the city.

• 🎄 You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out: Arkansas Public Theatre in Rogers is hosting open auditions for the upcoming production of A Christmas Story at Arkansas Arts Academy on Monday, Oct 28, at 7p.

• 🍱 Dim Sum Good Food: Bentoville just announced its next dining event, an Elevated Dim Sum culinary experience hosted at the Momentary Tower Bar in Bentonville on Sunday, Nov 3, at noon.

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• 📅 Events Calendar: Find and post upcoming events in Northwest Arkansas on our Events Calendar!

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