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Bentonville
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire on the roof of the under-construction Adult Recreation Center last week may delay the project as city officials have yet to set a new completion date—damage assessments are ongoing. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Internationally known artist Nicholas Galanin visited Bentonville for the first time to share his thoughts at Crystal Bridges Museum after winning the Don Tyson Prize. He said his work challenges old ways and celebrates his Tlingit heritage while sparking talks about protecting culture and land. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas received a $5 million gift from the Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation to support the Land of Opportunity Scholarship—designed to boost educational access for students from all 75 counties—and the three-year campaign, which launched Nov. 12, had raised 64% of its goal as of April 1. 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After signing a bill that allows nitrogen gas for executions, Gov. Sanders said on Friday that she is not in a hurry to resume the practice since the state last carried out an execution in 2017—her remarks came as lawmakers finished their session. State officials will take careful steps before using the new method in the future. 5 News
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders appealed a federal denial of two major disaster declarations yesterday—after severe March storms killed three and injured 32 people. She seeks federal aid to help local communities recover. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A fire on the roof of the under-construction Adult Recreation Center occurred last week in downtown Bentonville and may delay its completion, the city said (the delay period is not yet determined) (more details will follow). Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Benton County fire marshal issued a 24-hour countywide burn ban Friday at 10:45 a.m.—the ban was in effect until 10:45 a.m. Saturday. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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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Rule of Three Race
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fly Oz Club — Registration required — Experience a unique mix of road, gravel, and MTB racing with community awards and festivities.
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