News across Benton County
Bentonville nonprofit advances to final round of NASA challenge
Bentonville-based nonprofit research organization Autonomic Resilience Collective recently advanced to the final stage of a NASA challenge to design a food system to sustain people living on Mars. The challenge...
Gengelbach to step down as Bentonville chamber leader
Brandom Gengelbach will step down as president and CEO of the Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce on Oct. 31, three years after being hired to lead the business organization. No...
Combined sales tax revenue up more than 2% in four Northwest Arkansas cities
Sales tax revenue reports from Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers and Springdale were a mixed bag in September. The combined cities reported monthly sales tax revenue of $9.965 million, up 2.35% from...
City of Rogers Launches Pattern Zone Program to Streamline Homebuilding
The City of Rogers has launched the Pattern Zone Program. This new initiative provides free, preapproved residential building plans, helping residents and builders move more quickly from concept to construction.
City of Rogers Celebrates America's 250th
The City of Rogers is inviting residents and visitors to take part in a community-wide celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary with special events, historic programs, and an interactive citywide History Hunt designed to bring local history to life.
City of Rogers to Partner with Humane Society to Provide Free Spay and Neuter Services for Residents
The Rogers City Council has approved a partnership with the Humane Society for Animals, Inc. to provide free spay and neuter services for Rogers residents.
Mayor Hines Delivers 2026 State of the City Address
Mayor Greg Hines delivered the 2026 State of the City Address this evening before the City Council meeting, highlighting the City of Rogers’ accomplishments over the past year and outlining priorities for the future.
City of Rogers Begins Construction on New Fire Station 4 and an Improved Olive Street Park
The City of Rogers has begun a major project that will strengthen public safety while also creating a vibrant new neighborhood destination. The project includes construction of a new Fire Station 4, followed by the construction of a new Olive Street Park.
XNA sees narrow dip in outbound passenger traffic in August
Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) in Benton County saw its second year-over-year decrease in enplanements, or passengers flying out, after two consecutive record-high months this year. Still, airport officials expect...
Hotel Vin Rogers opens in Pinnacle Hills
A more than $72 million hotel recently opened in the Pinnacle Hills area of Rogers with three food-and-beverage concepts, an outdoor pool, and more than 10,000 square feet of event...
Ravenwood Boulevard Paving Project
TRAFFIC NOTICE: Ravenwood Boulevard paving project will begin on Monday, September 21st. Work is scheduled to be completed by Friday, October 23rd, weather permitting.
RPD Makes Arrest Following Investigation into August 27 Fatal Traffic Collision
The Rogers Police Department has completed its investigation into a fatal traffic collision that occurred on August 27, 2026, on South 26th Street near South Fitzroy Place.