Northwest Arkansas News

Walmart to limit number of customers in stores Walmart is limiting access to its U.S. stores and staff will monitor checkout lines to help comply with social distancing recommendations, the company said Frid... by John Magsam - April 4, 2020

Northwest Arkansas high school graduation ceremonies in limbo School districts have yet to decide what to do about graduation ceremonies this spring for Northwest Arkansas high schools. by Dave Perozek - April 4, 2020

Walmart's annual party canceled amid virus crisis Walmart Inc. has canceled its annual employee celebration week and will hold its formal shareholders meeting online, on June 3, the company said Friday. by Serenah McKay, Nathan Owens - April 4, 2020

Hospitals conserve protective equipment Hospital officials in Northwest Arkansas say they have enough personal protective equipment, but they are bracing to run low as more people are diagnosed with ... by Alex Golden - April 4, 2020

No people, no money prompts review of vendor agreements at XNA Airport officials are looking for ways, including negotiating temporary contract amendments, to help vendors and operators survive the financial hit they're tak... by Ron Wood - April 4, 2020

Schools closed, but facility projects proceed in Northwest Arkansas The covid-19 outbreak hasn't slowed construction and maintenance projects in local school districts. by Dave Perozek - April 4, 2020

Trophy shops take hit from virus-canceled sports In the back room of Benton Trophy & Awards, a football player is laying down on the job. by SARAH KOCHER St. Cloud Times - April 4, 2020

FRIDAY, APRIL 3: Five things to know about covid-19 in Arkansas As our state deals with the spread of covid-19 in the midst of a global outbreak, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will publish five things you need to know each w... April 3, 2020

VIERNES, 3 de ABRIL: Cinco hechos importantes sobre la covid-19 en Arkansas Cinco hechos importantes sobre la coronavirus en Arkansas esta semana: by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette - April 3, 2020

Walmart to hold annual Shareholders’ Meeting online Walmart, Inc.’s annual Shareholders’ Meeting set for June 3 will be online-only this year due to the coronavirus outbreak. by Serenah McKay - April 3, 2020

UA allows students pass/no credit choice The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville will allow undergraduate students to choose a pass/no credit grading option after receiving letter grades for their spr... April 3, 2020

U.S. closes Buffalo National River The Buffalo National River has been temporarily closed in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. by Bill Bowden - April 3, 2020

Meals getting to hungry residents in Northwest Arkansas People who need a meal can still get one from churches and organizations, but in most instances, it'll have to be to-go. by Stacy Ryburn - April 3, 2020

Rogers farmers market will not open May 2 The Downtown Rogers Farmers Market will not open May 2 to help prevent the spread of covid-19, according to a news release from the Rogers-Lowell Area Chamber o... by NWA Democrat-Gazette - April 3, 2020

End in sight for completing Interstate 49 around Bella Vista Missouri highway officials approved a plan to complete their remaining portion of the Bella Vista Bypass, also known as the Interstate 49 Missouri/Arkansas Con... by Ron Wood - April 3, 2020