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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville will host its annual Spring Tree Giveaway on April 12 at the Municipal Complex on SW Municipal Dr.— residents can pick up free trees including Red Maple, Paw Paw, Redbud, Tulip Poplar, White Flowering Dogwood, Green Giant, and Baldcypress. This long-standing event aims to boost local tree canopies— a key part of the city's effort to enhance residential landscapes. 5 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stars of HGTV’s Fixer to Fabulous Dave and Jenny Marrs opened Marrs on Main in downtown Bentonville on April 4—this new retail store at Bentonville Square sells furniture, woven rugs, art, and handmade goods from local artisans. The store is near the pedestrian walkway on A Street and aims to offer a warm space where each item tells a story. 5 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville West High School principal Jonathon Guthrie was named state principal of the year Friday by the Arkansas Association of Secondary School Principals—recognizing his focus on student safety and inclusion since the school's opening in 2016. He led initiatives such as daily words of encouragement and committees that involve staff and students in decision-making. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A group of young women learned cooking skills in a hands-on culinary program on Friday at Brightwater in Bentonville. Sixty-five students from 16 high schools prepared a community meal with experienced female chefs — NWACC and Thaden School organized the event. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Arkansas law enforcement agencies including teams in Bella Vista, Fayetteville, Rogers and Fort Smith will join a national campaign from Monday through April 14 to deter distracted driving. Officers will step up stops and ticket drivers who text while driving — warning that fines can reach up to $250 for a first offense. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Northwest Arkansas Naturals rallied from an 11-2 deficit—scoring 10 runs in the eighth inning—to win 12-11 over Tulsa at OneOK Field on Friday night. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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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Music on the Mountain Family Day
6-8 p.m. — Mount Sequoyah Center, Inc. — Donations welcomed — Celebrate Arkansas roots with live performances from talented local artists and family-friendly entertainment.
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7th Annual Kid's Splash & Dash
2-3:30 p.m. — Bentonville Community Center — Registration required — A fun-filled race event for kids with a purpose to support MS research.
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Certified Network Defense (CND) v3 Training
10 AM – 10 AM — Regus - Bentonville - Beau Terre — Tuition required — Enhance your skills with comprehensive ethical hacking training to prepare for the CEH exam.
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Sessanta V 2.0: Primus, Puscifer & A Perfect Circle Live Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Walmart AMP — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with iconic bands Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle on one stage.
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