2.7 Seconds On A Bull Named Zuri 🐂

The Natural State of Mind: The report cites Northwest Arkansas and its thriving marketplace as the reason for The Natural State’s growth.

Stats Don’t Lie: People are moving to Northwest Arkansas, drawn by corporate headquarters such as Walmart, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt, as well as lower costs, tax benefits, and quality-of-life appeal. It also states that remote workers are choosing NWA as well.

No Ticket, No Problem: The event is a free two-day celebration where art galleries will be transformed into retro supermarket experiences.

Go DJ, That’s My DJ: Guests can also roller skate outside to DJ-ed 80s and 90s hits, and take a guided tour of the gallery. No tickets are required for the event.

Sittin’ on the Front Porch: The event celebrates a new partnership between Front Porch and Hometown Collective, who are teaming up to bring a new townhome development to College Ave in Fayetteville. The launch party will serve as the first public look at what is in the works.

Walk This Way: The event is hosted at Walk Your Plans NWA, NWA's only facility built for architects, designers, and builders to refine and showcase their plans.

2.7 Seconds On A Bull: Starting at 8p both nights, Professional Bull Riders from across the country will take on some of the toughest bulls in the sport.

Challenge Accepted: The event is a part of PBR’s Challenger Series.

Teamwork Makes Dream Work: Zuri’s new home follows a collaborative rescue with Oakland Zoo that gave her a permanent sanctuary after years of uncertainty in the captive wildlife trade.

Home Sweet Home: Zuri is expected to receive an individualized care plan at Turpentine Creek, which will support long-term health and well-being for the rest of her life.

🍽️ Chew On This: Fayetteville Restaurant Week will return July 17–26 with its biggest lineup yet, featuring dozens of local restaurants serving exclusive menus, prix-fixe dinners, specialty dishes, and limited-time offers. From burgers and BBQ to fine dining and international flavors, it’s the perfect excuse to explore the city’s culinary scene. Learn more HERE.*

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🌭 Bun Appétit: Northwest Arkansas residents are invited to a community BBQ at Generations Bank’s headquarters in Rogers on Friday, Jul 17, from 11a-1p.

🐗 Hall Yeah! Eight former Razorbacks were named to the 2026 University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor class.

🤝 Around the World: Canopy Northwest Arkansas will host an Immigrant Owned Business Expo at the Fayetteville Public Library on Thursday, Jul 16, from 6-8p.

🗣️ Your Voice Matters: The City of Fayetteville is developing a reimagined Downtown Plan with the help of community input.

🍒 A Cherry Good Deal: There will be a truckload sale of Georgia peaches and dark cherries at the Kingswood Golf Course in Bella Vista on Friday, Jul 17, around 10a.

🚧 Don’t Take It For Granted: A smaller city in Northwest Arkansas was awarded a grant of more than $17M for road projects.

🍷 Wine Not Sing? The Tontitown Winery will host a Sip & Sing night on Saturday, Jul 18, from 7-10p.

⚾️ Pro Hogs: Three former Razorback baseball players were selected in the first round of the MLB Draft over the weekend.

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

💼 Job Board: Find exciting new job opportunities or find great candidates by posting your open positions on our Job Board.

AQ Chicken is seeking a Back of House.

The City of Rogers is seeking a Recreation Operations Superintendent.

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