Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
Good morning, Bentonville.
In February, local governments in Northwest Arkansas reported record or near-record sales tax receipts, but city and county officials remain cautious as they forecast the year ahead—uncertain about future revenue trends.
One current and six former Razorback track and field athletes won medals in eight events at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China this weekend—Amber Anning made history by winning gold in the women’s 400 while U.S. sprinters swept the men’s event.
At Amica Mutual Pavilion on Saturday, the Arkansas men's basketball team beat St. John's 75 to 66 and reached the Sweet 16 because Billy Richmond III scored 16 points and hit a key free throw with four seconds left.
Coach Calipari said his team played hard and used the phrase 'two dogs, one bone' to show their will to win.
The Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team landed at Northwest Arkansas National Airport Saturday night after beating St. John's to move into the Sweet 16—fans at the terminal greeted the team as they now prepare to face Texas Tech.
The third-ranked Razorbacks baseball team made history by beating South Carolina 11-4 on Sunday at Baum-Walker Stadium and winning 23 of their first 25 games—an achievement in the Dave Van Horn era.
They will host Missouri State for a single midweek game at 6 p.m. Tuesday.
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.
Mountain Bike Jump Skills Clinic
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — North Bentonville Trail — Registration required — Learn the fundamentals of mountain bike jumping from World Champion Anneke Beerten.
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