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Bentonville
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oz Trails Bike Park in Bella Vista will open on June 12 — after over a year of preparation — featuring nearly 20 miles of biking and hiking trails for all riders, plus a chair lift, art displays, and live music venues. 5 News
- ➤ A group of riders from the Long Road Home Project will ride 220 miles from Bentonville to Little Rock in the second week of April to raise foster care awareness. They will cover 13 to 14 miles daily and stop at the fairgrounds on April 9 for a meet-and-greet. 4029 News
- ➤ At Northwest Arkansas National Airport, 92 TSA officers are serving without pay during the shutdown as they maintain security operations; airport officials are asking community members to donate food and gift cards (not cash) to support them. Businesses can coordinate with Olivia Tyler if they wish to join the effort. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is suing multiple insurance companies to clarify its policy terms following a fatal crash in 2023 + the suit questions whether the company acted as a freight broker or motor carrier. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Southwestern Electric Power Co. introduced its Pay as You Go program on Tuesday to let customers prepay their electricity bills by deducting usage from a prepaid balance. The program — available to customers with qualifying smart meters in Arkansas — requires no security deposit or credit check. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville-area farmers face higher fertilizer costs as the war with Iran disrupts supply through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing prices to around $790 per ton during spring season—costs that, combined with rising diesel prices, may lead to higher grocery bills for local consumers. 4029 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC reported one case in Arkansas from a recall of superfood supplements, which led to 97 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations nationwide by March 17 — officials advise residents to discard the affected items. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas gymnast Morgan Price, a first-year transfer who scored the school’s first perfect 10 on Feb. 20, was named one of seven finalists for the AAI Award—given to the top senior female college gymnast—and she and her fellow finalists will be honored at the NCAA championships next month in Fort Worth. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Springdale Har-Ber and Bentonville West boys teams played at Wildcat Stadium on Tuesday and finished with a 0-0 tie after both goalies saved 11 shots in cold 20 mph winds. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks ended their 18-game homestand with a 9-4 win over Northern Colorado at Baum-Walker Stadium. Freshman right-hander Peyton Lee pitched 5 scoreless innings (supporting team rest for their upcoming SEC road series on Friday) as Arkansas looked to capitalize on key opportunities. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas football coaches David Johnson and Morgan Turner met with media on March 18 to discuss spring practice plans during a session in Fayetteville. Players Jaden Platt and Sutton Smith added details about training strategies & expectations for the upcoming season. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas men's basketball coach John Calipari and Razorback players previewed their NCAA Tournament game vs. Hawaii during a press conference held Wednesday, Mar. 18 in Portland, Ore. The team will face Hawaii soon & local fans are set to cheer them on. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Date Nights in the Garden: Rose Propagation
5:30-7 p.m. — Peel Museum & Botanical Garden — $30 per couple — Enjoy a romantic evening learning rose propagation while exploring the beautiful gardens.
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IF4™ Film Festival
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Jones Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate fly-fishing culture with world-class films and inspiring stories.
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Wiz Khalifa Live in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Check venue for pricing — Experience the electrifying performance of multi-platinum artist Wiz Khalifa as he showcases his greatest hits.
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