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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Darius Hart’s spring break trip turned chaotic as delays and reroutes extended his journey home by three days; his missed XNA flight and long TSA lines left him stranded in Northwest Arkansas + forced him to ask for extra work time. 4029 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Walmart AMP will host summer concerts with Kesha (joined by Chromeo and MEEK) performing on Aug. 5, TLC and Salt-N-Pepa headlining the IT'S ICONIC tour on Sept. 29, and Dirty Heads and 311 playing on Aug. 26; presale tickets begin today at 10 a.m. 4029 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogers School District is recommending salary schedule increases that would give teachers and staff a minimum pay of $55,000 next year, pending School Board approval next month. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Record-breaking heat and low moisture have prompted burn bans in several counties including Washington and Benton. A grass fire near Lake Wedington was quickly contained by multiple fire departments (according to deputy director Kyle Curry), and strong winds keep wildfire risks high in the region. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Benton County health inspectors found food outlets with safety violations from March 9 to 12, noting issues like improper temperatures and sanitation at several sites—raw eggs near ready-to-eat foods and a compromised hot dog vacuum seal at Walgreens. The report warns of food safety risks. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hikers can choose a high or low route along the 1.4-mile Bench Rock Trail at Indian Creek Park near Beaver Lake to enjoy forest views and open vistas. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 4 Arkansas Razorbacks secured their first SEC road series win over South Carolina—winning 22-6 in Game 1 and rallying in extra innings in Game 2—before dropping Game 3; the Hogs will play Central Arkansas on Tuesday at Baum-Walker Stadium. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Darius Acuff broke Kareem Reid’s long-held men’s basketball assists record during an NCAA Tournament game on Thursday, March 19, using advice Reid gave him at the 2025 Allen Iverson Roundball Classic. His performance marks a milestone in his rising college career. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The 37th annual Ozark Mountain Bike Festival will take place at Devil's Den State Park from April 3-5. It will feature guided rides, skills clinics, a kids obstacle course, and a big splash contest in Lee Creek (helmets required). 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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RØDE House Happy Hour featuring Bee Balm
5-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy drink specials and free live music from Bee Balm at this Wednesday evening happy hour.
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Random Rab at COLLIDE Nightclub
8 PM – 12 AM — The Momentary — Tickets required — Experience an energetic fusion of global sounds at Bentonville's monthly pop-up electronic music event.
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