Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Rogers.
At a conference at the Rogers Convention Center on Monday morning, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Gov. Sarah Sanders said American farmers faced their worst economic crisis since the 1980s due to low market prices and rising costs.
They said relief payments for emergency aid are planned to be presented to Congress this fall—trade deals to ease the crisis are also underway.
Community classes—one-time workshops open to the public—are returning to Northwest Arkansas Community College this fall with a baking class called Nuts About Honey on Wednesday led by Chef Ana Saenz and an oil-free cooking workshop with Dr. Michael Henderson and Chef Michael Drazsnzak on Sept. 29 for participants age 14 and up. The college will also offer two design lab classes at its Bentonville campus next month—a ceramic workshop on Oct. 2 and a farmhouse coffee table building session on Oct. 18 for families.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Monday that direct payments for emergency relief are being planned to help farmers facing high costs and low prices amid trade struggles—Governor Sanders and agricultural groups described the situation as the worst farm crisis since the 1980s.
Pediatrics Plus opened a new farm campus in Little Flock outside Rogers on Monday to expand its nature-based therapy program for children.
The outdoor facility offers occupational, physical and speech-language therapy along with applied behavior analysis through activities like feeding animals and planting gardens.
Keith Allison from Retriever Ridge Kennels in Pea Ridge held a demonstration at Springdale nature center where his retrievers showed waterfowl hunting skills—leaping into cold water to impress local duck hunters.
Matt Jones and Christina Long recalled Arkansas' 41-35 loss to Ole Miss in a podcast—Taylor McGregor from ESPN added her view on the game.
Blink 182 Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Tickets from $49 — Catch Blink 182 live in an electrifying concert at the Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion.
Jon Pardi Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion — Tickets from $48 — Catch the latest hits and enjoy a night of country music with Jon Pardi.
Arkansas Home Show
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Rogers Convention Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of home improvement professionals and get inspired for your next project.
Lukas Wigington Live
6 PM — JJ's Grill Rogers — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes from local singer-songwriter Lukas Wigington.
NWA Fall Job Fair
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Rogers Activity Center — Free entry — Connect with local employers and bring your resume to explore job opportunities.
Junior H Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the vibrant sounds of Junior H as part of the $AD BOYZ LIVE & BROKEN TOUR.
Alex Warren: Cheaper than Therapy Tour
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Ticket info available — Experience a night of rock and pop music with Alex Warren in Rogers.
3rd Annual Rogers, AR Ostomy 5K
8-11 a.m. — The Railyard Bike Park — Registration required — Lace up your shoes for a community-run that promotes ostomy awareness and resilience.
Pierce The Veil - Tour 2025
6:30-8 p.m. — The Walmart AMP — Check for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying and cathartic energy of Pierce The Veil live on their biggest headline tour yet.
War Eagle Craft Fair
5 a.m. — 11037 High Sky Inn Rd. — Admission fee varies — Explore over 250 booths showcasing handcrafted products in a beautiful fall setting by the river.
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