This Tuesday is the last day to register to vote in the upcoming Arkansas general election, and there are a variety of ways to register to ensure your voice is heard. 

• Register to vote: You can register online, or pick up an application at your local library, DMV, or revenue office. Follow this voter guide for important information on when and where to vote. 
• Know the issues: This comprehensive voter guide on Arkansas Ballot Issues can help you be an informed voter before you get to the ballots.

Learn more about this year’s general election HERE. 

Catch some great fall vibes in Downtown Springdale all month during the 6th annual Ozarktober, a celebration of fall in the Ozarks including live music, halloween & haunted train rides, a bonfire, and brews. 

• It’s getting lit: This Friday, Oct 14, join the community for a free bonfire event at Shiloh Square from 6-9p and enjoy fire pits for s'mores, live music, and activities for kids. 
• All aboard: Sunday, Oct 16, the Mountains & Mimosas Train Brunch will roll down the Arkansas Missouri Railroad while passengers enjoy a multi-course meal and entertainment all while taking in the scenic views of the Ozarks. 

You can find tickets and a schedule of the various Ozarktober events HERE. 

With a highly anticipated season approaching, fans can get a sneak peak at the Razorback Men’s Basketball team during the Red-White Scrimmage this Sunday, Oct 16, at Barnhill Arena. 

• The schedule: The remainder of the 2022-23 non-conference schedule has been released featuring some exciting matchups with Oklahoma, Baylor, and the Maui Invitational tournament.
• The line-up: Musselman’s team roster is stacked this year with four returning players and 11 newcomers, including five transfers and six highly-sought after freshmen recruits. 

Find more info about Razorbacks Men’s Basketball HERE. 

A local biotech company is making world news with the launch of Auria, an at-home breast health assessment test that uses tears as a non-invasive source for the early detection of breast abnormalities. 

• Cheers to last year: Last October, Namida Lab partnered with breweries across NWA for Tears on Tap to supply tear samples to further research & development for Auria. Thanks to community support, Auria is now available!
• Happy tears: Early breast cancer detection can make all the difference, and Namida Lab, with help of the NWA community, has something to be proud of this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Learn more about Auria HERE. 

OZCX Weekend, a festival style cyclo-cross event, begins this Friday at Fayetteville’s Centennial Park featuring elite-level, internationally sanctioned races, amateur and kid friendly races, and the 2022 Walmart UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup. 

• Family fun: The three day festival is filled with wacky shenanigans for the whole family; so put on a silly costume and come join the fun. All ticket sales will benefit Arkansas Children’s Northwest. 
• Global friends: The Cyclo-cross World Cup attracts cyclists and CX enthusiasts from around the world! Spend some time in Fayetteville this weekend and form international friendships as NWA plays host to this global event! 

Find a full schedule of the event and reserve tickets HERE.