ROGERS, AR—The Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (VA) is partnering with Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk in November to feature the art of U.S. Military Veterans as the nation prepares to celebrate Veterans Day. The Rogers Experimental House, located at 121 W Walnut Street, will showcase the creative works of veterans and other artists during the 2^nd Thursday art walk from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., Thursday, November 10. Live music, artist demonstrations, and art and crafts exhibits will commemorate the service and talent of military veterans. A reception, sponsored by Kirk Pearson, US Air Force Veteran and owner of, LaborMax Staffing is also planned. Related items of interest include: Civil War art and artifacts and a display of military uniforms from past decades. Downtown Rogers businesses will also host pop-up galleries with art by Rogers Public School Students and a variety of artists.

October 22, 2022 is National Make a Dog's Day and we are celebrating in Downtown Rogers!  The Downtown Rogers community is known for their love dogs EVERY DAY, and this is an extra special day to spread information about dogs’ importance in our lives and how much they can improve our days with their love and loyalty. This is also a day to encourage people to adopt from shelters and provide a better life for at least one dog. Humans mean the world to a dog, and it is time we ensure they get everything they deserve.

The Rogers Rotary Club has served as a driving force for economic development in Rogers and Northwest Arkansas.

Polka music and lederhosen will take over Butterfield Stage from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 101 E Cherry Street in Downtown Rogers. The 7^th Annual Rogers Oktoberfest is hosted by the Rotary Club of Downtown Rogers and the Optimist Club of Rogers. The craft beer festival features an Oktoberfest theme, from blue-and-white decorations to stein-hoist competitions.

The Rogers Christmas Parade is set to sparkle through downtown as the City of Rogers confirms information about this year’s parade. The parade will follow its traditional route and take place on its traditional date, the first Friday in December. This year’s parade is being coordinated by the Rotary Clubs of Rogers and is sponsored by First National Bank of NWA.  It all starts December 2nd at 7pm in downtown Rogers. 

Rogers Public Schools Career & Technical Education (CTE) has increased the number of partnerships with local businesses, industries, nonprofit and civic organizations significantly over the past several years.

Election Day is just around the corner with early voting starting on October 24 for the General Election on November 8. The last day to register to vote is October 11. There’s a lot to be voted on, from candidates in local and state races to several ballot issues. In this issue, we help you breakdown the issues, introduce the candidates, and answer some of your questions about the looming election.

The Rogers Historical Museum presents a two day walking tour in Downtown Rogers.  “Ghost Walks” will begin outside of the museum October 27 - 28, 2022.