The Faytteville Public Library's expansion project continues and we get a tour, with masks on and safety in mind, from Sam Palmer, the director of facilities at the library. The construction and renovation of the existing library space is scheduled for completion this fall.

The Walton Arts Center specializes in bringing people together to enjoy the arts. Even now, with the venue closed to the public, the mission continues with streamed virtual performances and weekend performances called heARTS to Homes .

In our next Business As Unusual segment, we head to Hillfolk Shop at Bentonville's 8th Street Market. Co-owners Trisha Logan and Bea Apple have taken their textile and craft shop entirely online selling a variety of products, including home crafting kits and face masks. Now, as they get ready to reopen their storefront, they'll have to figure out how to merge the two aspects of their business in one space.

Born in Wichita, Kan. in 1928, June Esther Bacon-Bercey gravitated toward science, and at a young age, her teachers encouraged her to pursue STEM studies. She would eventually become the first African American woman to receive a bachelor's degree in meteorology from UCLA. Bacon-Bercey would study meteorological impacts of atomic testing sites, and in 1971, she was hired by NBC affiliate WGRZ. Although she was hesitant about becoming an on-air personality for fear of diminishing the seriousness

Sarah Huckabee Sanders left her job as President Donald Trump's press secretary last year and returned to Arkansas for what many speculate could be a run for governor. On this week's Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report, she discusses a new nonprofit venture aimed at helping businesses during the pandemic.

In recognition of National Emergency Services Week, Northwest Arkansas Central EMS , which provides emergency ambulance services to Fayetteville and most of Washington County, is launching a new awareness campaign and celebrating a 40th anniversary. Chief Becky Stewart is encouraging county residents to consider enrolling in Central EMS cost-saving Paramedic Ambulance Membership Plan.

Today's coronavirus response briefing was led by Arkansas Secretary of Health Nate Smith while Governor Asa Hutchinson traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with the president and vice president. Much of the briefing focused on stressing the importance of safe workplaces as reopening continue. Smith said keeping businesses safe is a critical part of the process. To watch the full briefing, click here .

Many local news outlets, like newspapers and tv and radio stations, are suffering financially during the pandemic, but there is an effort to get local media some financial relief in the form of a legislative aid package. Helping lead the effort to convince lawmakers the assistance is vital is NewsGuild President Jon Schluess, who is both a former Arkansas resident and voice on KUAF.

NWA Food Bank is allowing volunteers to work in its garden again starting this week. The fresh produce will be distributed through the organization's mobile food pantries.

The Fayetteville Housing Authority is seeking sponsors to help fund individual raised garden beds for the residents of Hillcrest Towers. A donation of $375 will cover the cost of the bed, the soil, a commemorative plaque, and the landscaping around the bed. For more information, click here .