Good morning, Bentonville.

Lamar Steiger and his wife Shari said their 1,000-acre property between Pea Ridge and Bentonville will be used for a ranch expansion that continues an agricultural legacy begun in 1970 — the project will boost quality beef production as subdivisions replace farmland.

Bobby Bittle started his gym business in Bentonville when the area had no gym for heavy lifters and expanded it from his first J Street Gym in 2018 to new locations in Springdale, Rogers and Bentonville—with recent openings at Bella Vista Barbell and Chop Barbell.

The company is a finalist for the Northwest Arkansas Outstanding Business Awards (Startup Business) with winners to be announced at a luncheon on April 9.

Joseph Rupe opened Horizon Roofing, Solar and Exteriors in April 2023 after nearly 20 years running his family auto service business, and the company quickly grew to serve Fort Smith, Hot Springs and Northwest Arkansas.

Revenue increased 97% and net profit climbed 510% by last year, and Horizon is a finalist for a local business award — the winner will be announced tomorrow at a luncheon.

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art held an event on April 6 to honor two Bentonville students for their 2025 Scholastic Art Awards submissions—Madison Bosquez from Bentonville West and Autumn Nguyen from the Thaden School received Gold Key medals and their artwork is on display in the Community Gallery through May 5.

The City of Bentonville will hold a public meeting on April 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the Rotary Room at the Public Library to update zoning and development codes as part of Plan Bentonville Phase 2—residents can learn about the process and share their ideas.

Benton County health inspectors conducted restaurant inspections from March 24 to March 27 and found many food safety violations at several restaurants—ranging from improper food storage and incorrect temperatures to expired permits.

The issues were noted at establishments in Siloam Springs, Rogers and Bentonville and may increase the risk of foodborne illness.

The Bentonville Tigers softball team is ranked No.1 in the state and No.20 nationally by Sports Illustrated, and head coach Kent Early said the team practices daily to build on a legacy of winning.

Left fielder Demi Donahoe noted that players feel the challenge motivates them+ they are focused on working hard for another championship.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pedaler's Bash 2025

2 AM – 3 PM — Pedaler's Pub — Registration required — Experience an epic 44-mile endurance mountain bike race in the heart of Bentonville.

Garden Party Fundraiser

2-4 p.m. — Peel Museum & Botanical Garden — Support a noble cause — Celebrate with Bubbly & Bingo to aid children in need.