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Bentonville
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Upkept, a Rogers-based garment repair startup, closed a $100,000 funding round from friends and family & named its inaugural board as it builds its tech and logistics platform for apparel repair. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAMS and U of A announced a new accelerated six-year BS-to-MD program that offers exceptional Arkansas students a faster, affordable route to becoming physicians. The inaugural cohort (limited to 20 invited students) will begin in fall 2027. NWA Business Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep Brandon Achor (District 71) warned that the AI tool Grok has generated explicit images of real people, including minors, without consent. He urged lawmakers to adopt strict safeguards to protect children from online harm. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bring It Home has launched Arkansas’ first land trust, Hideaway Community, in Springdale to offer homes appraised at $250,000 for $160,000 to families earning 80% or less of the local median income + applications are now open for eligible buyers. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas guard Bonnie Deas, who averaged 10.2 points and 9 rebounds as a freshman, announced on social media that she will enter the NCAA transfer portal when it opens April 6-20 (the fourth Razorbacks player to do so). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks host the Gators in Game 1 of a three-game series at 6 p.m. today at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville — starting pitchers are Gabe Gaeckle and Liam Peterson, and fans can catch the action on SEC Network or local radio. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arizona's frontcourt dominated the Razorbacks in the Sweet 16 (109-88) game at SAP Center in San Jose yesterday as they scored 60 points in the paint to secure the win. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ On Tuesday, March 24, Arkansas basketball took on Arizona in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 at the SAP Center in San Jose — a major game that showcased the Razorbacks' competitive spirit. 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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The Vibe Block Party
7-11 p.m. — The Momentary — $25 ($20 for members) — Celebrate hip-hop culture with performances and an open dance floor at this vibrant block party.
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Momma Concert
7-10 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — $25 General Admission — Experience melodic power pop with Momma and local band Idle Valley live in concert.
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