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Tornado Relief

Benton County Relief Fund Offers Financial Assistance To Storm Victims

The Benton County Relief Fund has been launched to provide short-term financial assistance to households impacted by the devastating storms of May 26 and support local nonprofits in their disaster response efforts.

• Apply For Aid: Households in Benton County directly impacted by the May 26 storms and earning $125,000 or less annually are eligible for the fund. Residents will also receive customized resource plans connecting them to as many resources as possible to ensure their needs are met.

• Join The Cause: The fund has already received contributions from Excellerate Foundation, Walton Family Foundation, and Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield, but the scope of the storm damage means that more help is desperately needed — 100% of donations will go directly to relief efforts.

Apply for aid HERE or donate to the fund HERE.

Highlight

Bentonville Makes The Headlines As One Of America’s Latest Boomtowns

CNBC’s Melissa Repko recently shared an article highlighting Bentonville’s evolution into a place with world-class art and outdoor amenities as a result of being home to the world’s largest retailer — and, consequently, a rise in the cost of living.

• Mo’ Money: Walmart has fueled the area's growth, bringing incredible new amenities ranging from hipster coffee shops and chef-driven restaurants to art museums and a new medical school — amenities one might expect to find in places like Austin or even New York City.

• Mo’ Problems Opportunities: At the same time, the cost of living has skyrocketed, raising concerns about affordability and the displacement of longtime residents. NWA’s population is expected to hit 1M by 2050, so we’re definitely experiencing growing pains. The article also highlights the efforts being taken by area leaders and nonprofits to help the area grow with intention.

Read the full article on CNBC HERE.

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Fast Races, Family Fun, and Free Tacos: Don’t Miss The Next Family Bike Night In Springdale

Roll back into Downtown Springdale for the final Family Bike Night of the season, including family bike rides, an obstacle course, a glow ride, and the last race of the 2024 Natural State Criterium Series this Wednesday, Jun 12, from 4:30-9p

• Fastest Lap: The Natural State Crit is a high-energy, spectator-friendly race around a closed course in the Outdoor Dining District in Downtown Springdale — the largest mid-week criterium in the country! Over $10,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded throughout the series.

• Glow Off: Enjoy an evening at one of the delicious restaurants in the Outdoor Dining District, where you can purchase a to-go drink to sip while witnessing the fast-paced bike event. After the race, hop on the racecourse for a family-friendly glow ride from 8-9p.

Find more information about Family Bike Night HERE.

Events

Donell Jones, Cameo, And Twista To Perform At The 2024 Freedom Festival

Celebrate the 2024 Juneteenth during the 4th Annual Freedom Festival returns to Downtown Springdale in celebration of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 15, from 2-9:30p.

• Where I Wanna Be: Freedom Festival is one of Arkansas’s largest commemorations of Juneteenth, the federal holiday marking the ending of slavery in the United States. Over 4,300 people attended last year’s festival to reflect and share in a festival of music, food, and fun.

• Slow Jamz: The Festival will include a kid’s zone with activities, a vendor market featuring local entrepreneurs, a live fashion show, giveaways, and an incredible array of musical talent, including Soul Train-nominated R&B artist Donell Jones, iconic funk band Cameo, and Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist Twista.

Find more details about Freedom Festival HERE.

Arts & Culture

Celebrate National Cupcake Lovers Day During June’s Art On The Bricks In Downtown Rogers

Experience the “Art of the Cupcake” and an exciting array of activities and exhibits by regional artists and locally owned businesses during the Art on the Bricks celebration in Downtown Rogers this Thursday, Jun 13, from 4:30-7:30p.

• Celebrating the Arts: Every second Thursday of the month, more than a dozen galleries, shops, and restaurants partner with area artists around a new theme to highlight the creative talent of community members and support the local creative economy in Downtown Rogers.

• Frosting On Top: Enjoy art exhibitions in local shops, listen to live music, and interact with artists and makers from the region while indulging in the delicious art of cupcakes. Better Homes & Gardens will also host its 2nd Annual Pub Crawl during the event!

Learn more about Art on the Bricks and find an interactive map of participating vendors HERE.

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In other news…

• 🎶 Duly Noted: Gather with family and friends over an excellent selection of German-inspired beer and delicious wood-fired pizzas at Goat Lab Brewery. Don't miss this week's Note-able Wednesday, featuring live music, great beer, and communal vibes.*

• 🫗 Salud: Thanks to a generous contribution by CARDS Recycling, all GA tickets to the upcoming Noche en Jalisco event will be available for half price, $75. Noche en Jalisco will celebrate the rich culture of Jalisco, Mexico, with premium tequila tastings, authentic Mexican cuisine, and lively music at the Ledger on Jun 15.

• 🕺 Pink Tux To The Prom: Join an 80s-inspired bar crawl through Downtown Bentonville next Saturday, Jun 15, from 11a-9p. See participating bars and restaurants HERE.

• 🎨 All Around Art: Today is the deadline to apply for the Artists 360 program. Organized by the Mid-America Arts Alliance, the program provides professional development and awards up to $300,000 in grants to local artists.

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