The City of Fayetteville has a few ideas for how to go about improving the walkability in the Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd area in south Fayetteville, and it wants public input. 

• Better streets: The area between Walker Park and Archibald Yell Blvd. is considered to be the “priority zone.” The concept designs proposed include new sidewalks, crosswalk safety improvements, traffic calming, vegetation clearing, and curb ramps. 
• People’s opinion: There are 5 walkability improvement proposals complete with a map and photos that locals are encouraged to review and provide feedback. Input is being gathered by a 5-10 minute questionnaire. 

Check out the plans HERE. 

J.B. Hunt Transportation announced yesterday that it is giving $1.25m to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). 

• Healthy community: Mental health and stability are things the transport service company has integrated into its culture, so “now more than ever” J.B. Hunt wants to be a positive force for those who may be fighting this battle. 
• Effort: The $1.25m is going toward a variety of AFSP programs and organizations nationwide that will spread education and resources throughout communities. J.B. Hunt’s goal is to reduce the annual suicide fate 20% by 2025. 

Read the full press release HERE. 

When entering into the housing market, it’s a night and day difference when you have experts representing the best of the industry. 

• Assistance: Inventory of homes is still low, meaning if you’re looking to buy, your offer needs to stand out from the rest. Real Estate professionals at McMullen Realty Group can help you do just that.
• Advice: A few tips for the current market are: know your budget, be ready to move fast, craft a strong, fair offer, understand the seller, and bargain well. Don’t worry, McMullen realtors are prepared to walk with you every step of the way. 

Call 479.326.0124 to connect with an agent today.

It’s time again for the employers and potential employees to mingle at the largest and longest running job fair in Arkansas.

• What: The 2021 Northwest Arkansas Fall Job Fair is today from 10a-3p at the Frisco Station Mall located at 100 N. Dixieland Road in Rogers. 
• Who: Employers from 51 different businesses have registered for exhibits at the event. Job seekers are encouraged to bring resumes to hand out to potential employers. 

For more details on the event, click HERE. 

The Momentary is importing 25 tons of sand to set the stage for an award winning exhibition in the interior tower space.

• Expanding art: Sun & Sea is an art installation that is a combination of visual art, music, and theatre that is at the museum today through Saturday (Oct 6-9). 
• Feel special? The exhibition was created by an all-female creative team and premiered in 2019 in Venice. It will be at the Momentary as the 3rd ever location in the US. 

For tickets and more information, click HERE.