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π± See which Washington County kitchens passed and which ones struggled
Also, don't miss Ghoul's Night Out Pumpkin Decorating on the Elkins Patch calendar

Hi Elkins! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
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In today's newsletter:
- See which Washington County kitchens passed and which ones struggled
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: More clouds than sun, temps: high: 86, low: 71.
- Thursday: Humid with a t-storm or two, with a high of 81 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Washington County Restaurant Inspections: Dead cockroaches on the floor; live ants on the sugar bag (nwaonline.com) — Washington County's latest restaurant inspection report shows how dozens of kitchens fared across Fayetteville, Springdale, Farmington and other nearby towns, and notes that Orthodox Farmhouse Brewery in Elkins had no violations during this period. The detailed list highlights priority food-safety issues like improper temperatures, sanitizer problems, pests and missing health policies, giving Elkins residents a clear picture of where area establishments stand.
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📸 Around Elkins
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Elkins
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★ Featured events ★
- Ghoul's Night Out Pumpkin Decorating →
352 North Center Street, Elkins
6:00 pm
Saturday October 3
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Other local events
- VB vs Gravette*
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
4:00 pm - 7th/JHFB @ Berryville*
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
5:30 pm - Varsity FB vs Berryville* (Homecoming)
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
7:00 pm - VB vs Neosho, MO (Senior Night)
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
4:30 pm - Washington - Student Flu Shots
Washington Elementary School Fayetteville, AR 72701
8:15 am - VB @ Prairie Grove*
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
4:00 pm
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
📣 Elkins Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Bid Opening: 2027 Bulk Bids →
City Hall, 113 W Mountain St, Fayetteville
2:00 pm - Tentative: Bid Opening: 2027 Bulk Bids →
113 W Mountain St, Fayetteville
2:00 pm - VB @ Green Forest*
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
4:00 pm - XC @ Huntsville Eagles Invitational
Elkins School District Elkins, AR 72727
4:30 pm - City Council Agenda Session →
City Hall, 113 W. Mountain St, Fayetteville
4:30 pm
Tuesday September 29
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member in Fayetteville. Apply here.
- LongHorn Steakhouse posted a job opening for Server in Fayetteville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Elkins here.
🗞 Nearby News
Fayetteville
- ROAR holds Fayetteville walk for long-term care advocacy (nwahomepage.com)
- Square 2 Square bike ride takes over Razorback Greenway Oct. 3 (nwahomepage.com)
- Police officers honored for heroic actions during Fayetteville shootout (nwaonline.com)
Springdale
- Free Hispanic Heritage Festival set for Luther George Park (nwahomepage.com)
Ok Elkins! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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