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Bentonville
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Profiles of the Northwest Arkansas Outstanding Business Awards finalists were posted today (Monday, Mar. 9) as the community celebrates diverse business achievements. The awards luncheon will take place tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Springdale where winners will be announced. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ A subsidiary of Community Health Systems signed a definitive agreement with Freeman Health System to sell assets of four hospitals in Bentonville, Springdale, Willow Creek & Siloam Springs for $112 million, with the transaction expected to close in the second quarter. 5 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogers School Board voters reelected all three incumbents to six-year terms on Tuesday as Lockhart, Gairhan, and Phillips retained a combined 26 years of service. The NWACC Board of Trustees also saw reelections as Pointer and Branscum won contested races while Latimer ran unopposed. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Siloam Springs officials are exploring a virtual landfill project that converts waste into fuel to address local waste challenges, state Rep. Steve Unger said. Tom Waggoner presented the idea at a waste-to-energy conference at the Public Library — a potential boost for regional sustainability. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Inspections on Feb. 23 and 24 in Washington County detected multiple sanitation violations at local restaurants in Springdale and Fayetteville – issues include missing employee health policies and improper food storage practices. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Richland Creek offers a whitewater rafting adventure that highlights Arkansas's scenic waterways for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy the natural routes that attract families and thrill-seekers this season. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas basketball's freshman guard Meleek Thomas scored 28 points to lead the Razorbacks to an 88-84 overtime win over Missouri on Saturday (Mizzou Arena) when injured star Darius Acuff was sidelined. His strong play boosts the team's confidence as they prepare for a SEC Tournament matchup. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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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NWA Naturals Home Opener
7:05-9:00 p.m. — Arvest Ballpark — Family-friendly fun — Experience the thrill of the NWA Naturals' season home opener with a lively atmosphere and post-game fireworks.
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NWA German Language Table
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bauhaus Biergarten — Free entry — Practice your German at this friendly language table for all skill levels.
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