Good morning, Bentonville.

Families gathered at Bentonville Square for First Friday yesterday and enjoyed food trucks & local vendors until 8 p.m. Organizers say the event will return every month until October.

On Friday in Bentonville Square, community members gathered for the annual Cherishing Children Rally to honor children affected by abuse and neglect and call for better support services.

Officials and advocates stressed online safety measures and counseling resources (with pinwheels placed as lasting symbols).

Good Friday was observed yesterday as the start of Easter weekend when Cross Church in Springdale held services in English, Spanish and American Sign Language to help community members reflect on the meaning of Jesus' sacrifice.

The church welcomes all who have questions about faith as the community looks forward to Easter Sunday.

Early Saturday storms caused damage throughout the River Valley, with strong winds and heavy rain hitting Van Buren and Alma.

Emergency crews are assessing reports near the Field of Dreams sports complex — a downed tree is blocking Riverfront Drive.

Arkansas National Guard will deploy 130 soldiers from the 142nd Field Artillery Brigade to southwest Asia.

A sendoff ceremony with Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is planned Monday at the Bentonville Armed Forces Reserve Center before the unit reports to Fort Bliss for processing on a nine-month assignment (supporting operations).

Local high school soccer games saw Shiloh Christian beat Van Buren 6-0, Springdale Har-Ber win 5-0, Rogers claim a 4-0 victory, and Siloam Springs secure a shutout against Greenwood today (with standout goals from Brooklynn Henry, Mesa Broquard and John Shearin).

Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and his players Ryder Helfrick and Hunter Dietz recapped the Razorbacks' Game 2 win over Auburn on Friday.

Arkansas and Auburn will play Game 2 tonight at Plainsman Park with first pitch at 6 p.m.—Auburn won 10-2 last night and Arkansas will counter with lefty Hunter Dietz facing Auburn’s starter Jake Marciano.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

RØDE House Happy Hour with Trivia

5-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy drink specials and test your knowledge with trivia alongside live music from local artists.