Good morning, Rogers.

Bentonville-based Walmart completed the $1.4 billion purchase of Vibe.co on Tuesday — a self-service streaming TV ad platform that will boost Walmart Connect’s ability to integrate streaming, digital and in-store services.

Wright’s Barbecue opened its sixth location Tuesday at 1738 Interstate 30 in Benton, featuring a 5,000 sqft space serving slow-smoked meats and sides.

The Bap opened July 29 on Bowman Road in west Little Rock, offering authentic Korean comfort food in a renovated former Buffalo Grill space.

Walton Arts Center is selling single tickets for all 11 Broadway shows in its 2026-2027 season, featuring national tours and returning favorites such as Dirty Dancing and Jersey Boys; tickets, box office service (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and cocktail classes are available online or by calling 479.443.5600.

Walton Arts Center has released tickets and season packages for its 35th anniversary lineup with new productions and popular shows including Hadestown and The Sound of Music.

The center will host a free drop-in open house Thursday, Aug. 27 (4:30-6:45 p.m.) with program overviews at 5 and 6 p.m.

Rogers Historical Museum and Rogers Public Library offer Museum and Me (a free, hour-long program for preschoolers ages 3-5) every 2nd Tuesday from September through May at 9:00 a.m. The next session on Sept.

8 features square dancing with only 30 spots available online.

AR Crisis Center launched its peer support line today to offer immediate mental health help to community members in Rogers.

The service is available 24/7 + connects callers with trained peers for confidential support.

Ron Roberts met with media on Wednesday, Aug.

5 to discuss fall camp and preseason practices for Arkansas football; his remarks detailed the plans for training sessions ahead of the season.