Jessica Hester has been recognized as one of the ten outstanding Urban Land Institute women for her leadership and dedication to advancing gender equity in the commercial real estate industry. Her work as CEO/Founder/Principal Architect of VERDANT Studio, located in Downtown Rogers, reflects her commitment to shaping communities and enhancing quality of life. It's inspiring to see individuals like Hester making significant contributions to their industry and communities.

Urban Land Institute is a global network of professionals in every sector of real estate development and land use, from private enterprise to public service. ULI focuses on best practices in real estate development, housing, transportation, and related topics. Locally, ULI Northwest Arkansas serves as a trusted and relied-upon network of leaders advancing responsible land use and development. Locally and globally, the organization focuses on best practices in real estate development, housing, transportation, and related topics. 

 

Are you ready for an educational revolution in Rogers-Bentonville? We are thrilled to announce that the construction of the highly anticipated LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville Secondary campus is progressing at an impressive pace, set to open its doors in August 2025! This monumental project promises to bring cutting-edge education and innovation to our community, catering to the diverse needs of our students and fostering a culture of academic excellence.

Big Heart Bread is a home-based, benevolent bakery in Rogers. Founder and baker, Laurie Anderson, bakes Artisanal sourdough breads, and donates the proceeds to organizations that serve children in the community. Baking and giving away bread began as a hobby during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Quickly her passion for sourdough baking blossomed into a thriving endeavor with a heartwarming mission. Positive feedback from friends and family ignited her entrepreneurial spirit, leading her to channel her love for baking into something greater. She discovered she could use the proceeds to help others in the community. Through word of mouth and social media, coworkers, friends and neighbors responded with moral support and more and more orders.

Workforce Development is a top priority for the Rogers Lowell Chamber in 2024. With over 9,000 open jobs across the NWA region, the Chamber works hard each day to help employers fill these positions and develop the workforce of tomorrow. April had four distinct workforce events devoted to showcasing career pathways to students and helping employers hire to fill jobs.

Workforce Development is a top priority for the Rogers Lowell Chamber in 2024. With over 9,000 open jobs across the NWA region, the Chamber works hard each day to help employers fill these positions and develop the workforce of tomorrow. April had four distinct workforce events devoted to showcasing career pathways to students and helping employers hire to fill jobs.

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Workforce Development is a top priority for the Rogers Lowell Chamber in 2024. With over 9,000 open jobs across the NWA region, the Chamber works hard each day to help employers fill these positions and develop the workforce of tomorrow. April had four distinct workforce events devoted to showcasing career pathways to students and helping employers hire to fill jobs. This article breaks down each event and explains why they matter.

Workforce Development is a top priority for the Rogers Lowell Chamber in 2024. With over 9,000 open jobs across the NWA region, the Chamber works hard each day to help employers fill these positions and develop the workforce of tomorrow. April had four distinct workforce events devoted to showcasing career pathways to students and helping employers hire to fill jobs.

“Barks on the Bricks – The UltiMUTT Art Walk” is set to transform Downtown Rogers into a vibrant celebration of pets and artistry. Scheduled for 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, 2024, This event promises an exciting ...

All The Buzz: Onyx Coffee Lab recently opened a video production studio in Downtown Rogers that not only provides them with a dedicated space for content creation but also offers a valuable resource for film crews, producers, photographers, and creatives in the area.

 

Sharing the love: 2nd Street Studio is located at 219 N. Second Street, fosters collaboration and supports the local creative economy. Having a permanent location like 2nd Street Studio not only streamlines Onyx's promotional and educational efforts but also opens up opportunities for others to access professional studio space.