Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
Good morning, Bentonville.
Vintage Market Days are returning at the Benton County Fairgrounds for a weekend of thrifting for locally made crafts, original art, clothing, home decor, seasonal foods, and plants — the event runs from April 11 until today and offers general admission from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On April 9, Benton County Sheriff's Office recovered its K9 memorial statue after suspect Hector—caught on camera while delivering food for DoorDash—took it without permission and claimed he was trying to surprise the office; he now faces theft and criminal mischief charges.
Arkansas hospitals on the brink of closure will have to wait longer for reimbursement relief after a bill to raise rates failed in the House.
During a 109-play scrimmage at Reynolds Razorback Stadium, redshirt senior linebacker Xavian Sorey Jr. led the Razorbacks defense with three sacks, six tackles and an interception from a roll-out pass late in the workout.
Defensive coordinator Travis Williams praised his progress—while Coach Sam Pittman plans to add defensive players when the NCAA transfer portal reopens on April 16.
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.
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