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 **Weather Forecast** **This Afternoon:** Expect sunny skies, with a high near 87°F. A gentle south wind around 10 mph will provide a pleasant breeze. **Tonight:** Cloud cover will increase, bringing partly cloudy conditions with a low around 67°F. Initially, a southeast wind of 5 to 10 mph will prevail, shifting to the northwest after midnight. Winds may gust as high as 20 mph. **Monday:** The morning will start with mostly cloudy skies, gradually giving way to clearing by mid-morning. Anticipate a high near 87°F. Initially, an east wind of 5 to 10 mph will transition to a southerly flow of 10 to 15 mph, potentially gusting up to 30 mph. **Monday Night:** Mostly clear conditions are expected, with a low around 70°F. A steady south wind around 10 mph will persist, with gusts as high as 25 mph. **Tuesday:** Mostly sunny skies will prevail, accompanied by a high near 88°F. A south wind of 10 to 20 mph will bring occasional gusts reaching up to 30 mph. **Tuesday Night:** There is a 50...

A proposed detachment and annexation agreement between the City of Rogers and the City of Cave Springs is currently under consideration, necessitating legislative action from both municipal councils. Initial ordinances have been passed by both cities: Rogers City Council Ordinance 24-17 and Cave Springs City Council Ordinance 2024-04. To facilitate public discourse and engagement, an in-person public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. The hearing will take place at Rogers City Hall, located at 301 W. Chestnut St., Rogers, Arkansas. Specifically, this session will address Cave Springs Ordinance No. 2024-04, which proposes the simultaneous detachment and annexation of lands currently situated in Rogers, Benton County, Arkansas. Interested parties, including municipal officials from both cities, as well as property owners within the area slated for detachment and annexation, are invited to attend the public hearing. This forum provides an opportunity for st...

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Renowned Fayetteville-based artist Joëlle Storet has embarked on a monumental endeavor to enrich the city's public art collection with the creation of the Nelson Hackett Boulevard mural. Spanning an impressive 90 feet, this vibrant installment promises to captivate both pedestrians and motorists alike. Drawing from her unique background, Storet infuses her work with inspiration gleaned from her Belgian-Congolese heritage, having immigrated to the United States from Austria in 2001. Her selection for this prestigious project came through a collaborative effort involving the Fayetteville Arts Council, members of the Historic District Commission, and the Black Historic Preservation Commission. Anticipated to be completed by June 15th, the mural's installation may necessitate brief closures of sidewalk sections and buffer spaces along Nelson Hackett. To ensure safety, the City of Fayetteville urges vigilance from drivers and pedestrians, advising them to heed s...

Siloam Springs, May 17, 2024 -As summer approaches, outdoor enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the start of the season at Siloam Springs Kayak Park. Starting this weekend, on Saturday, May 18th, the park will commence its summer weekend schedule, complete with updated hours and parking regulations. During weekends and holidays, the park will welcome visitors from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Weekend and holiday parking will be available at a rate of $10 per car. Management of weekend parking at Siloam Springs Kayak Park will be overseen by Illinois River RV Campground & Floats. For weekday adventurers, parking will remain free from sunrise to sunset. Travis Chaney, Parks and Recreation Manager, emphasized, "The safety of our visitors is our utmost concern." To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, visitors are reminded to adhere to the following guidelines: 1. Always wear a life jacket. 2. Utilize a boat or tube when navigating through the rapids; free swimming is prohibited. 3. Consum...

Fayetteville, May 19, 2024 - Downtown Fayetteville will be abuzz with excitement as the annual Strawberry Festival kicks off this weekend. However, residents and commuters should be aware of street closures in the area to accommodate the festivities. Beginning at 8:00 am, several thoroughfares will be closed to vehicular traffic. The Downtown Square will be off-limits to vehicles, as well as portions of Block Avenue from Center Street to Spring Street, and Meadow Street from East Avenue to Church Avenue. These closures are necessary to ensure the safety and enjoyment of festival attendees. Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes and exercise caution when navigating the area during the closure period. The festival officially begins at 12:00 pm and is slated to continue until 8:00 pm. Following the conclusion of the event, the closed streets will reopen to regular traffic. For more information on street closures and a detailed site map, please refer to the 'Additional Info...