Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First Friday Live is returning to Bentonville Square starting April 3 and running through Oct. 2 with the free monthly event held 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and featuring food trucks, local vendors, and family-friendly activities — all open to the public. 4029 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a tough game on Sunday at College Station, the Razorbacks women's basketball team lost 78-57 to Texas A&M as they shot 33% from the field. Coach Kelsi Musick (in her first season) said the team must improve before they travel to Norman on Thursday to face the Sooners. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ During Arkansas' 94–86 win over Missouri at Bud Walton Arena on Saturday, Feb. 21, guard Billy Richmond scored a team-high 21 points and added 4 assists, 3 steals, 2 blocks, and 1 rebound while stepping in as a starter (with Karter Knox out indefinitely). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Atalyia Rijo's 3-run homer in the fifth inning powered the Razorbacks to a 9-8 win over Northwestern, marking their first close win this season (13-1). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas baseball Razorbacks and Xavier face off in Game 3 today at noon in Fayetteville (a chilly day adds to the game’s challenge). The Razorbacks seek the sweep after wins Friday and Saturday as Colin Fisher takes the mound while Xavier counters with Jack DeTienne. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Candlelight Jazz: Cyrille Aimée
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — $41 ($33 for members) — Enjoy an enchanting evening of jazz with Cyrille Aimée in a transformed Great Hall setting.
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