In early November, Northwest Arkansas welcomed BEK Restaurant & European Gourmet Market, a family-owned restaurant rooted in Afghan culture, hospitality, and the courage it takes to begin again. From the moment you step inside BEK, it is clear this is more than a place to eat. The food carries generations of tradition, and the welcome…
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Fayetteville Mardi Gras Parade
The 33rd annual Fayetteville Mardi Gras celebration returns on Saturday, February 14, 2026, with the beloved Fat Saturday Parade of Fools kicking things off at 2 p.m. This family-friendly tradition begins on the Historic Downtown…
When Saturday February 14 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where Mardi Gras Parade
Dickson St
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Individuals participated in Employment Programs (in 2025)
768
Individuals received vital Immigration and Legal Services such as citizenship and green card applications (in 2025)
280
Youth participants engaged in Youth Services (in 2025)
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Students participated in after-school programming (in 2025)