Good morning, Bentonville.

Multiple emergency responders contained a brush fire that ignited around Beaver Lake Friday afternoon as high winds accelerated its spread near homes — the Hickory Creek, Lowell, Washington County AR Forestry and Highway 94 East Fire Departments worked quickly — and no injuries have been reported.

After selling its single-family homebuilding arm for $1B to a Florida-based firm, Rausch Companies in Fayetteville will shift its focus to its other divisions—moves set to guide the next phase of the business.

AtWork Bentonville opened its first staffing agency at 2927 W.

Walnut St. in Rogers on March 11 under owner Mike Beazer. Glide Xpress Car Wash will hold four grand openings this month + its Bentonville site is set for March 21 while Spartan Investment Group acquired three self-storage facilities in Northwest Arkansas + including a 269-unit site in Bentonville, with additional sites in Rogers and Springdale.

On March 22, the Shiloh Museum will spotlight Marshallese culture in an event that honors a long-running partnership (dating back to 1987).

Master canoe builder Liton Beasa will build a Marshallese KorKor from locally sourced sycamore wood with plans to feature it during upcoming cultural celebrations.

Joy Harjo, the 23rd Poet Laureate who at 73 once planned to stay home and watch movies, will speak on March 23 at Crystal Bridges during the American Sunrise: Indigenous Art exhibition.

The event features works like Home of the Brave and marks the final day of the show — giving locals a chance to experience indigenous art up close.

Between March 6 and March 12, 2025, many local residents and businesses filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, with one case coming from Bentonville on March 11—showing financial stress in our area.

This list includes filings from various cities that indicate a broad trend of economic difficulty.

The Arkansas Senate passed a bill that would end fines and fees in juvenile courts and shift the cost to the state to ease family burdens.

Lawmakers say the bill may lower youth reoffenses (a goal linked to similar reforms elsewhere).

Nine emerging health tech businesses have landed in Northwest Arkansas — they offer tools to predict death, reduce chronic illness and simplify medical records — as they join a cohort to get advice and support from industry experts.

Junkin' Market Days NWA

1-5 p.m. | Washington County Fairgrounds | $5 General Admission | Discover unique products from local small business owners at this vibrant indoor market.

Welcome to Spring Fair

1 PM | Oxford Ridge Pavilion | Free entry | Enjoy a variety of local foods, crafts, and community activities at this vibrant spring fair.

Big Box Karaoke Event

8:15-10:15 p.m. — Big Box Karaoke — No cover charge — Connect with fellow 20s and 30s locals while enjoying a night of karaoke fun.

Tomorrow’s Heirlooms XIX Quilt Show

9 AM - 4 PM — Benton County Fairgrounds & Expo — Entry Fee Applies — Explore a vibrant display of hundreds of quilts alongside vendors and food.

Northwest Arkansas Gem & Mineral Society Show

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Sat) & 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Sun) — Bentonville Armory — Entry details not specified — Explore a vibrant rock and mineral showcase featuring a variety of exhibits and activities.

Dr. Compton Native Tree & Plant Sale: Spring

7 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Compton Gardens and Arboretum — Free entry — Explore 70+ varieties of native plants and trees in support of local biodiversity.