The number of people homeless in NW Arkansas has grown +10% since 2007… Written on May 30, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
It is estimated that on any given night approximately 1,287 adults and youth in Benton and Washington Counties are homeless. This is a +10% increase since the previous census in 2007.
Click on the image at the right to download a copy of the 2009 NW Arkansas Point-In-Time Census (download link http://sociology.uark.edu/2852.htm).
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The number of people homeless in NW Arkansas has grown +10% since 2007… Written on May 30, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
Results of the 2009 NW Arkansas Point-in-Time Homeless Census
Rock the Runway PHOTOS! Written on May 29, 2009, by Jody Dilday.
A HUGE thanks to Eric Molle for sharing these fantastic photos from last week’s Rock the Runway!
Rock the Runway PHOTOS! Written on May 29, 2009, by Jody Dilday.
A HUGE thanks to Eric Molle for sharing these fantastic photos from last week’s Rock the Runway!
Amazing people taking a step towards action… Written on May 25, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
Last week the Benton County Daily Record reported that Helping Hands food pantry would be out of food within a week. Upon hearing the news a message was quickly sent out as a call for Good Neighbor Food Drive hosts, and our Bella Vista neighbors responded quickly.
Within just 9 days after the newspaper article…the first [...]
The power of one… Written on May 25, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
…proof that one person can make a huge difference
USO Canteen Dance Saturday Written on May 22, 2009, by Brad Lawless.
If you’re looking for something different to do this Memorial Day, check out the Canteen Dance benefiting the USO at the Arkansas Air Museum in Fayetteville. Featuring music, entertainment and great cuisine from more than 10 area restaurants, the dance takes place Saturday, May 23 from 6:30 – 11:30.
Tickets are $45/person or $400 for [...]
Thank you to Glad Manufacturing Plant in Rogers! Written on May 20, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
Huge thank you to the employees of Glad Manufacturing Plant in Rogers for their Partnership!
Deeply saddened (ref: NWANews Article – An Inspirational force to believe in) Written on May 19, 2009, by Mike Rusch.
…just a few thoughts on comments made in today’s paper regarding issues of Homelessness and Seven Hills and the Salvation Army