The Crew Checks out the new Sharky's Modern Mexican Kitchen

The Crew had a chance to check out Sharky’s Modern Mexican Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant chain based in Westlake Village, California that just openeed its first location in Arkansas.  They held their Grand Opening on August 22nd and presented a check to the Arkansas Children's Hospital .  Sharky's has 30 locations on the west coast, this will be the first Sharky's east of Las Vegas.  We had a chance to talk to the owner and check out one of the most popular dishes.  Check it out below.  

Interview with Sharky's Co-Franchise Owner Kevin Betts

Cooking with General Manager Mathew

Sharky's is located at 3000 Pinnacle Hills Parkway in Rogers.

Grand Opening Cermony

Gallery from Sharky's

The CW Wins Big at Teen Choice Awards!

The CW had a great showing at the Teen Choice Awards, including a dominate performance by "Riverdale", which won all 10 awards it was nominated for.  Congratulations to all the winners, below is a list of all the winners!

Choice Drama TV Show: Riverdale
Choice Drama TV Actor: Cole Sprouse — Riverdale
Choice Drama TV Actress: Lili Reinhart — Riverdale
Choice TV Villain: Mark Consuelos – Riverdale
Choice Action TV Show: The Flash
Choice Action TV Actor: Grant Gustin — The Flash
Choice Action TV Actress: Melissa Benoist — Supergirl
Choice Comedy TV Actor: Jaime Camil — Jane the Virgin
Choice Comedy TV Actress: Gina Rodriguez — Jane the Virgin
Choice Breakout TV Star: Vanessa Morgan – Riverdale
Choice TV Ship: Cole Sprouse & Lili Reinhart – Riverdale
Choice Liplock: Cole Sprouse & Lili Reinhart – Riverdale
Choice Hissy Fit: Madelaine Petsch – Riverdale
Choice Scene Stealer: Vanessa Morgan – Riverdale
Choice Male Hottie: Cole Sprouse – Riverdale

Noah Davis Stopped by ABC 40/29's Studio to talk about American Idol Auditions

Noah Davis stopped by our sister station ABC 40/29's Studio to talk about this upcoming American Idol Auditions.  The Arkansas CW Crew had a chance to speak with Noah about his experience on American Idol and upcoming Auditions in Little Rock on September 12th. Check out what he had to say below.

Noah Davis (of Royal, Arkansas) had his audition go viral and was among the most viewed auditions ever on American Idol.  Noah was best known for his exchange with Katy Perry  about the term "Wig" and dream of owning an alpaca.  Even though Noah was cut before Top 24 he returned during the finale of Season 1 and was presented with an alpaca by Ryan Seacrest and Lionel Richie.  (Photo: Noah Davis on left and Katy Perry on right-photo provided by American Idol)

Don't miss out on your chance to try out for American Idol. Click here   American Idol Auditions  for more information and where to find a city near you.

Do The Ozarks 30 minute Special on August 19th at 10 am

Follow the Crew as the take you on adventure through Silver Dollar City. "Do The Ozarks-Silver Dollar City" 30 minute special is brought to you by McLarty Daniel, Silver Dollar City,  Branson Convention and Visitors Bureau.  It will air this Sunday at 10 am on the Arkansas CW.  Check out the video below.

Here is a list of where you can find The Arkansas CW in our area.

Antenna: 29.2 or 40.2

Cox Cable:  4 or  2004

AT&T U-verse: 30 or 1030

DirecTV: 41
DISH: 21 

Mars Backpack Giveaway helps children prepare for new school year...

Mars, The Arkansas CW and 40/29 gave away 600 backpacks during a 3 hour event.  Families were able to spin for prizes, had a chance to win bikes, check out a fire engine, entertainment, free ice cream and get free hair cuts.  We want to wish our community a great school year!

Thank you to all our sponsors and vendors who continue to  donate each year and make the children of our community a priority, your dedication and service continue to make this a successful event.  The Cave and Designer Barber offered FREE haircuts on location!  Entertainment was provided by Fun City Pizza, Free Ice Cream from Freddy’s Frozen Custard, and 6 bikes given away to kids at event from Pacific Cycle.  Plus, free books from Disney's "Magic of Storytelling" presented by McLarty Daniel, Rogers Fire Department and Free Identity kits from the Rogers Police Department. 

We also want to thank the companies whose donation of items for the backpacks made this event possible: Walmart, Crayola, Elmer's Glue, McDonalds, NWA Community Clinic,  Arby's and The Cave.  Check out the video and gallery below.

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CW Casts Batwoman for Fall Arrowverse Crossover!

Ruby Rose has been selected to play the masked hero of Gotham City.  Rose, whose acting credits include John Wick: Chapter 2, Pitch Perfect 3 and Netflix show Orange is the New Black, will be introduced this fall during the annual Arrowverse Crossover. 

A standalone series about Batwoman (Kate Kane) is currently in development for the CW 2019-2020 TV Season.