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Bentonville
Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Larry Wheaton built his career at Arvest Bank starting in 1991, working his way from fixing ATMs to becoming a senior vice president as he valued strong relationships and teamwork. He credits always showing up and embracing change — lessons that guide his leadership today. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Downar Patterson of Ozark Catholic Academy in Tontitown is set to travel to Greece this summer as the only Arkansan chosen for the FutureDocs Abroad Program. She will spend two weeks shadowing physicians and observing surgeries to boost her future in medicine. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Arkansas all-American tight end Hunter Henry and former defensive lineman Eric Gregory now with the New England Patriots hold local ties to Super Bowl LX. Henry achieved 60 catches (768 receiving yards), while Gregory could see defensive snaps during the event. 4029 News
- ➤ Freshman pitcher Peyton Lee impressed at Baum-Walker Stadium Sunday during a scrimmage that positioned him as a strong contender for the team’s No. 4 starter—his standout effort could boost his role as the season unfolds. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas men’s basketball coach John Calipari scrapped box-out drills for a focus on aggressive rebounds + his shorthanded Razorbacks won 88-68 at Mississippi State on Saturday. The team now gears up for an 8 p.m. tipoff at LSU Tuesday. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Check with ticketing for costs — Experience a unique candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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The 502s Live in Bentonville
7-11 p.m. — The Momentary — Tickets available — Catch The 502s performing live at the Send It South Bike & Music Festival.
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Arkansas Gardening School
Arkansas Gardening School is a horticultural symposium for beginner home gardeners, featuring expert-led programs by horticulturists, garden designers, and landscape architects. Through interactive talks and Q&A sessions, participants will learn to create beautiful, sustainable, and successful gardens in the Ozarks. Full schedule available now!
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Sound Bath Experience | The Gentle Thaw
3:30-4:30 p.m. — 507 SE E St, Bentonville, AR — $20 ($15 for members) — Experience a calming sound bath focusing on inner movement and creative spark during the gentle thaw of spring.
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