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Northwest Arkansas National Airport set a new record in May when 117,821 passengers flew from its terminal—this exceeded the previous high of 109,923 from October.

Officials said the surge shows the region’s expanding travel needs and expect more records as summer travel picks up.

In celebration of Black Music Month, three renowned Arkansas artists—gospel singer Smokie Norful, opera singer Kristin Lewis and hip-hop artist Epiphany Morrow—share how their local roots shape their international careers.

Each artist reflects on early church experiences and community influences to honor Arkansas’s deep musical heritage.

Two Bentonville-based chefs, Rafael Rios and Matthew Cooper, were named finalists in the Best Chef: South category at the 2025 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards held Monday at the Lyric Opera of Chicago - Bentonville was the only city with two finalists out of five nominees.

The Arkansas Board of Corrections hired attorney Abtin Mehdizadegan for a civil suit against Attorney General Tim Griffin, but the AG’s office said the board cannot choose its own lawyer—only the governor can make that decision.

The board certified its need for outside counsel while facing issues over unpaid fees and allegations of breaking state procurement and open-records laws.

On-Site Tour at The Gardens

9 AM – 7 PM — The Gardens at Arkanshire Senior Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living with top-rated dining and activities.