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Community
Washington & Benton County Gear Up For Primaries
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The Mar 3 primary elections are almost here, with early voting starting this week, and Benton and Washington County voters have key local races on the ballot.
Judge The Future: Voters in both counties will choose a county judge and other local leadership positions, helping shape the direction of Benton and Washington County governments for the coming term.
What Else Is On The Ballot: Ballots also feature sheriff and judicial races, along with other local offices and measures that impact public safety, courts, and community services. Fayetteville residents will vote on the proposed 2026 Bond.
Learn more about what is on the ballot HERE.
Sports
Northwest Arkansas Soccer Scene Continues To Grow
Northwest Arkansas Community College’s inaugural men’s and women’s soccer seasons will kick off this fall, and the program’s home pitch is officially set.
Pitch Perfect Start: Rogers Heritage High School has been selected as NWACC’s home stadium for the 2026 season, beginning in September. The venue will host the college’s pilot teams, featuring rosters filled with athletes from around the globe.
Field Of Big Dreams: Since first announcing plans, Ozark United FC, a professional soccer club set for Rogers, has outgrown its original site and shifted to a 36-acre location that allows for a stadium, mixed-use development, and long-term growth.
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Pete the Cat Brings Groovy Fun to Jones Center
Head to the Jones Center this Saturday, Feb 21, for a high-spirited FanJam family musical starring everyone’s favorite cool cat, Pete the Cat.
FamJam Fun for Everyone: As part of the Jones Center’s FamJam series, this lively production invites families to move, play, and learn together. Kids are encouraged to dance along as Pete the Cat takes the stage in a story packed with positivity and adventure, perfect for making Saturday plans easy and memorable.
More Than Just a Show: Your ticket also unlocks extra fun, including recreation time at the pools and ice rink. Tickets are $10 for the public and $8 for members, making it an affordable outing for all ages.
Grab your tickets HERE.
Arts & Culture
New Art Space Opens In Downtown Fayetteville
IRiS Art Haus & Supply Co, a new art space, has officially opened its doors in Downtown Fayetteville.
ThInk Outside The Box: IRiS is built around the idea that creativity looks different for everyone. So, the shop stocks quality materials for a range of mediums like analog photography, painting, sketching, printmaking, and more.A Palette Of Friends: Beyond retail, IRiS offers room for artists of all ages to create side by side. The team is collaborating with local artists and small businesses to launch a workshop schedule in early Mar 2026, adding even more opportunities to learn with others.
Follow along HERE.
Restaurants
One Of NWA’s Only French Culinary Concepts
Bienvenue Restaurant/Bistro16 opened in Downtown Springdale in 2024 as one of Northwest Arkansas’s first French restaurants, quickly becoming a go-to for elevated dining.
Springdale Goes French: The intimate French concept pairs exceptional service with a great atmosphere, making it ideal for date nights, celebrations, and time with loved ones. Favorite dishes include Chateaubriand of elk, bouillabaisse linguini, and duck confit pithivier.
French Flair: Bienvenue/Bistro16 is one of ten NWA restaurants featured on the 2026 Daily Dine Card, unlocking a one-time 20% discount at each stop as you explore the region’s best flavors.
Snag a dine card for your next date night HERE.
P.S. Snag a bulk order of 10 or more Dine Cards for 50% off using code BULKORDER.
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In other news…
🍾 Find Me in the Club: Discussing literature is easy. Talking to each other is hard. The Book Club Play is a smart, sharp comedy about hot takes, cold shoulders, and what happens when a book club's darkest secrets come to light. Jan 28–Feb 22 at TheatreSquared. Purchase tickets HERE.*
💪 Burn, Baby, Burn: Looking for a fitness refresh? Burn Boot Camp is rolling out a 4-week pass for $69 at its Fayetteville, Springdale, and Rogers locations. Expect high-energy workouts, motivating trainers, and a no-strings-attached way to jump back into a routine.*
🧹 Clean home, happy heart! If you need a deep clean or just need help cleaning your home on a regular basis, reach out to NWA Cleaners. Get a quote HERE.*
🏞️ Plot Twist: Walmart purchased 35 acres of land for $6M in Gravette. What do you think the land will be for?
🦉 Owl Be There: A Great Horned Owl will be released back into the wild at the Berksdale Golf Course in Bella Vista on Sunday, Feb 22, at 4p.
🌳 Tree-mendous Selections: The City of Fayetteville has nominated five trees from around town to win the 2026 Amazing Tree of Fayetteville award. Which is your favorite?
🧘 Stretch Your Limits: Self Love Studio Fitness will lead a Healthy Habits Workshop in Springdale on Saturday, Feb 21, starting at 12p.
🧑⚖️ Law & Order: The Arkansas Attorney General recently opened a satellite office in Fayetteville, helping to expand legal services to the region and educational opportunities at the U of A’s law school.
🤝 Power Hour: Women in Networking NWA will host an event this morning, Wednesday, Feb 18, at 11a, in Rogers.
💼 Job Board: Find exciting new job opportunities or find great candidates by posting your open positions on our Job Board.
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