Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
Good morning, Bentonville.
The Fuel Accelerator program announced its fourth HealthTech cohort (eight startups and new entrepreneur in residence Diana McDaniel from Springdale) which will kick off on March 10 at Fly OZ Lounge at Thaden Field with a program lasting 10 weeks offering curriculum, capital and connections to address health care challenges.
Walmart (headquartered in Bentonville) expects to outfit all 4,600 of its U.S. stores with digital shelf pricing labels by year's end, a move that will update pricing across its locations.
Kroger posted a fourth-quarter net profit of $861 million with earnings of $1.35 per share for the quarter ended Jan.
31, beating analyst forecasts of $1.20 per share. The company, which has 26 local stores, also saw a 20% rise in adjusted e-commerce sales.
Arkansas tenant farmers face rising cropland rent as high production expenses and low commodity prices add financial pressure.
These increased costs challenge farming operations across the state.
Today, Bentonville High School students competed in a 60-second pitch contest with Ignite Studies Program and Street Junkie and had a chance to win $500, while student Arjun Paradkar, who launched Home Facts, said the contest boosted his confidence.
Advocates at the NWA Center for Sexual Assault in Springdale say ongoing high-profile coverage may trigger survivors — adding to their trauma, the center offers free counseling, emergency exams, and a 24/7 crisis line.
Community members are invited to volunteer or donate, helping survivors access needed care.
The No. 9 Arkansas softball team’s SEC series opener against No. 12 Georgia is moved to 2 p.m. today in Fayetteville due to a forecast for rain — with severe thunderstorms expected Friday night and the three-game series continuing Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m.
Arkansas basketball secured a 105-85 blowout win over Texas on Wednesday, Mar.
4 at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville—highlighted by strong plays from Trevon Brazile and Meleek Thomas. The win demonstrated the team's strong momentum in the contest.
After a slow start, Bentonville West turned the game around to win 52-33 over Little Rock Central in Bryant on Thursday — advancing to the state tournament semifinals.
Hallie Ford made a key steal to spark the winning run.
Former Arkansas football players remembered Lou Holtz's lessons after he died Wednesday at age 89.
The legendary coach inspired local teams and his timeless advice (he urged players to value time and teamwork) continues to shape careers.
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.
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.
Easter Egg Shoot Weekend
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — The Quiver Archery Range — $20 — Celebrate Easter with family-friendly archery fun while aiming for candy-filled eggs.
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