Black-Owned NWA has announced its third annual Northwest Arkansas Black-Owned Business Expo will take place this month at The Apollo on Emma in Springdale. In accordance with celebrating Black History Month, Jasmine Hudson and J’aron “Jae” Merchant are on a mission to amplify, celebrate and highlight local Black-owned businesses across Northwest Arkansas. “This…
Some tough news broke this morning out of Little Rock’s SoMa district: Esters is officially shutting its doors for good at the end of February. The eatery, known for its unique plant-based menu, announced the news on Facebook Tuesday morning. “Well folks, it’s been a helluva journey, but it’s unfortunately time to wind it…
A new Malayan tiger, Jaya, has arrived at the Little Rock Zoo, making it the perfect addition to the zoo family as 2022 is marked the “Year of the Tiger.” Jaya previously was at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, and transferred to Little Rock Zoo at the recommendation of the Association of Zoos and…
We have no shortage of food news throughout Arkansas, so each week, we’ll be providing you with a snapshot of the goings-on inside the culinary world, from events to specials to restaurant openings to awards. Do you have news to share? Please email our editor, Dustin Jayroe, at [email protected] Charlie’s Place, a new music venue,…
