A Group of Investors Just Made The Potential For New Film Jobs In Northwest Arkansas A Possibility.

A group of investors just made the potential for new film jobs in Northwest Arkansas a possibility.  Emmy Award Winning Producer Jason Netter of Kickstart Entertainment join forces with Zak and Tom Heald of Intercut Productions to create Farm Studios – a new, state-of-the-art film and media production studio located in Hiwasse, Arkansas.  We had a chance to speak with Emmy Award Winning Producer Jason Netter.  Watch below.

Interview with Emmy Award Winning Producer Jason Netter

From Press Release:
Versatile, and designed to meet nearly every need for productions, large and small, Farm Studios will provide rentable production space for any film, television series, commercial, and multimedia content. In addition to the rentable shooting space, the facility will offer production offices, a hair & make up room, VIP lounges, state-of-the-art conference room, and a full kitchen. 

The addition of a vibrant film studio and production hub is expected to translate into the creation of both temporary and sustainable jobs in the area via employment opportunities for Arkansas’ freelance creative talent. In addition, both incoming and local productions will contribute to the economic growth of the state, due to spending with local businesses, companies, and vendors hired by those productions. 

Netter, an Emmy Award-winning producer of films like WANTED, and TV series like “Preacher”, sees the potential for major film and television projects like those being drawn to the area. The rapid ascension in the film industry’s eyes of the Bentonville Film Festival, with filmmakers from around the country and the world attending the festival with their films each year, is another indicator of the potential for business and entertainment industry synergy for the creative film community.  

Netter also cited the natural beauty of the region as an essential draw for film cameras, saying, “This place is simply amazing. The diverse landscapes – from the plains to the mountains - and changing seasons will provide our clients with many natural production opportunities to add to the interior work we’ll be able to accommodate on our sound-stage.”

Along with the many production-friendly features that Farm Studios will provide, the facility will also serve as a hub for creativity and a gathering place for local industry professionals and students of the craft. The studio will also partner with area schools, colleges and universities to provide digital media, film and broadcast students with access to a world-class facility, equipment and professionals that will support education, assist, and help grow the local community of creative talent. 

For a full introduction to Farm Studios and the various services offered, visit farmstudiosnwa.com.

Read full Press Release here.

We follow SDOD trainer Marsha Wyatt as she checks out a possible donation dog, Titus

"Service Dogs of Distinction" is a non-profit organization with the goal of providing quality service dogs to veterans with PTSD, TBI or related illness.  This organization searches for rescued dogs that will fit their program from local animal shelters, donations and rescue organizations.  We follow co-founder and trainer Marsha Wyatt as she checks out a possible donation dog, Titus...watch below.  

Twenty-two veterans a day commit suicide.  These men and women feel alone, misunderstood and devalued as human beings. These rescued dogs bring hope to veterans and a chance for a better life.  In many local cases, "Service Dogs of Distinction" is a veteran's last resort because Department of Veteran's Affairs does not provide nor reimburse veterans for service dogs.

If you are a veteran or know a veteran suffering from PTSD, TBI or related illness and are in need of a service dog or would like to make a donation or get involved please contact them at:

 For more information on the organization or how to donate go here:  

servicedogsofdistinction.org

info@servicedogsofdistinction.org

Client Coordinator/Co-Founder

Marsha@servicedogsofdistinction.org

President and Founder

Don@servicedogsofdistinction.org

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Interview with stars of the New CW show "Roswell, New Mexico"

Jeremy had an opportunity to sit down with Jeanine Mason & Nathan Parsons,  the stars of the new CW show "Roswell, New Mexico". You can catch "Roswell, New Mexico" Tuesdays after The Flash on The Arkansas CW. Check out the interview below!

Below is a list where you can find The Arkansas Cw in our area!

Channel Listings: 

Free Over the Air Antenna: 40.2 or 29.2

Cox Cable: 4 or 2004

AT&T U-Verse: 30 or 1030

DirecTV: 41

Dish: 21

"Roswell, New Mexico"

After reluctantly returning to her tourist-trap hometown of Roswell, New Mexico, Liz Ortecho (Jeanine Mason) daughter of undocumented immigrants discovers a shocking truth about her teenage crush who is now a police officer: Max (Nathan Parsons) is an alien who has kept his unearthly abilities hidden his entire life. She protects his secret as the two reconnect and begin to investigate his origins, but when a violent attack and long-standing government cover-up point to a greater alien presence on Earth, the politics of fear and hatred threaten to expose him and destroy their deepening romance.

Interview With Actor Josh Swickard Who Plays on ABC's General Hospital

We had a chance to interview Actor Josh Swickard who plays on ABC's General Hospital as Harrison Chase.  Josh Swickard was at the 40/29 and the Arkansas CW's Women's Lifestyle Expo at the Encore Event Center in Springdale Arkansas this past weekend. 

Josh plays at new police officer and brother to Doctor Flynn on ABC's Soap Opera General Hospital.  You can watch General Hospital weekends at 1 PM on ABC 40/49.   Click below for his interview.

40/29 and The Arkansas CW NWA Women's Lifestyle Expo Jan 12th and 13th

This coming weekend marks return of the 9th annual 40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW NWA WOMEN’S LIFESTYLE EXPO January 12-13, 2018 at The Encore Event Center located at 1106 N Old Missouri Rd Springdale, AR 72764. Parking is free.  (North of the Jones Center)

Our Women’s Lifestyle Event will host regional and local companies with more than 150 booths offering the very best in shopping, fashion, food, kids services, entertainment cosmetics, jewelry, travel, financial planning and offer enter to win contests and lots of free goodies. 


40/29 & THE ARKANSAS CW ARE PROUD PARTNERS OF THE WOMEN’S LIVING EXPO! 

Show hours: Saturday, 10am to 5pm and Sunday, 11am to 4pm.

Tickets: $7 general admission, $5 with a discount coupon and children 8 and under are free. 

$2 off admission cards available at participating Harps stores or online at NWA Women's Expo website

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

MEET GENERAL HOSPITAL'S HARRISON CHASE  

General Hospital's Harrison Chase played by Josh Swickard will be appearing at the Expo on Saturday January 12th at 1pm. Hang out at his FanFest and receive a free autographed picture.  Sponsored by The Jones Center.

MASTERCHEF SEASON 7 CHAMPION SHAUN O’NEALE AT THE EXPO Sponsored by HARPS! 

With his elevated plating and big bold flavors, Chef Shaun O'Neale dominated and won the MasterChef competition. Having the honor to cook for and learn from true masters in the culinary world has only intensified Shaun's passion in the kitchen as he now moves on to the next phase as a chef and author of My Modern American Table. Sponsored by HARPS.  Click here for more info:  womenslifestyleexpo.com

STOP BY THE ARKANSAS CW BOOTH AND MEET THE ARKANSAS CW CREW! 

UPDATE FACEBOOK WITH A SUPERHERO PHOTO FROM THE ARKANSAS CW CREW!  The Arkansas CW Crew consists of local street team members, who are entertainers and online correspondents for local interviews on the Arkansas CW Blog...  www.thearkasnascwcrew.com 


SPEND SOME TIME WITH THE 40/29 GET READY WEATHER TEAM!

We will be Giving away a FREE TV for the lucky winner of the GET READY WEATHER QUIZ!  The 40/29 GET READY WEATHER TEAM will quizz the audience and one lucky winner will walk away with a brand new TV.  Study up and we’ll see you at the Expo on Saturday January 12th at 12:30!

ARKANSAS BEEF COUNCIL CELEBRITY CHEF COOK-OFF 

features the kitchen clash between MASTERCHEF Champion, Chef Shaun O’Neale, and Executive Chef Dale Davis from Indigo Sky Casino and Resort on Sunday January 13th at 2pm. Cheer on your favorite Chef as they create their specialty Beef Tenderloin recipe for a panel of judges who will award the Grand Prize.

KICKSTART A NEW CAREER 

Representatives from Harding University, Northwest Arkansas Community College, Paul Mitchell the School AR and Petra Allied Health on Sunday January 13th at 2pm. They will offer strategies to forge a new career path, help you to update your skill set to compete effectively and discover careers that are relevant to today’s market and are financially rewarding.

“YOU LOOK JUST LIKE YOUR MOTHER” – DO YOU?

Calling all mothers and daughters who look alike! Registered mother and daughter duos will walk the runway on Saturday January 12th at 2pm and our panel of judges will determine the Mother/Daughter pair that look the most alike. A Mother Daughter Spa Day at Spa Botanica will be awarded to the winning mother and daughter and gifts from Dillard’s and Mary Kay Cosmetics to 2nd and 3rd place winners. All entries receive a free ticket to the Expo. Register at www.womenslifestyleexpo.com. Sponsored by Kix 104, Magic 107.9 and Hot Mix 101.9

THE MODERN MAN is our first ever Men’s Fashion Show by Osage Creek Premium Clothing and new to the Expo is SUSTAINABLE FASHION: A STYLE FOR EVERY STORY by a-Line Consignment Boutique.
INDULGE YOURSELF with a free makeover, manicure, facial or massage and find you new style.

THE EXPO’S SPECIALTY FOOD PAVILION features yummy foods from All Natural Dips, Arkansas Beef Council, Back Yard Burgers, Chuck’s Cake Shoppe, Evolve Juicery & Kitchen, Indigo Sky Casino, Juice Palm, Marketplace Catering, Mike’s All Purpose Seasonings, Nothing Bundt Cakes, On The Border, Organo Gold, PDQ Meals, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Snack Lab and Zaxby’s.

THE HOME PAVILION is all about livability and style. From the unique to the extraordinary in home decorating and remodeling. Visit our Avenue Design Co./Urban Forge showcase and visit with the Experts and we know you'll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.

WE CELEBRATE TEACHERS on Sunday January 13th for the lasting contributions they make to our children’s lives. We are offering FREE admission to teachers from pre-school to 12th grade, School Staff Members and Student Teachers. Just show your school ID at the box office to receive a complimentary

 MORE THAN 150 BOOTH OFFERING AMAZING SHOPPING AND PRIZE GIVEAWAYS! 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION GO TO WWW.WOMENSLIFESTYLEEXPO.COM

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Proud Partner of the 40/29 and The Arkansas CW NWA Women's Living Expo!

Enter for your chance to win Tickets to Hot Club of San Francisco's Cinema Vivant

Don't miss your chance to enjoy a night of silent film and live gypsy jazz with Hot Club of San Francisco's "Cinema Vivant".  Thursday, January 10 at 7pm at Walton Arts Center.  Click below to enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets.

Click here to enter!

Click here for official rules!

The Hot Club of San Francisco presents Cinema Vivant, an evening of vintage silent films accompanied by live gypsy swing. Featuring two films by the famed European stop-action filmmaker Ladislaw Starewicz, this charming performance celebrates music of the past with intricate, scorching and often brilliant renditions of the film’s original scores.

For more information click here!