Bentonville Local News – Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.

CULTURE NEWS

➤ Benton native Hendrix Yancey, who played 13 on Stranger Things, reflects on her journey — recalling strict COVID protocols and heartwarming cast friendships — ahead of the two-hour series finale dropping at 7 p.m. on Netflix. 5 News

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Bentonville Islamic Center will offer an Islam 101 course at Bella Vista Community Church (75 E. Lancashire Blvd.) to help residents learn about the faith. Additional details about registration will be announced soon. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ Janet Carson, a local gardening expert, advises residents to review last year's garden performance and plan for the coming season. She recommends fertilizing seasonal winter color when the weather warms (a tip for a thriving garden). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
➤ Gardening experts say gardenias flourish best in large containers that are moved indoors as winter nears, a tip useful for northern parts of the state. A Prairie Grove resident asked if a cape jasmine cutting from a family plant can thrive in the local climate (gardening advice). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Arkansas football starting offensive lineman E'Marion Harris announced on Instagram Friday that he is entering the transfer portal amid a broader Razorback roster shakeup. The 6-7, 313-pound lineman has a year of eligibility left + several teammates also made moves. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
➤ Two transfer offensive linemen and one transfer defensive back, including a LSU transfer, plan to visit the Arkansas football program in the coming days. They will meet with local staff to explore potential roles with the team. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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