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Monday, May 5th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A recent storm in Van Buren County knocked down trees and blew the roof off a staff house at Rabbit Ridge Farms, causing significant damage to the property. The family-run farm kept its schedule of serving brunch and hosting events—asking neighbors to support its rebuilding efforts. 5 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ John Brown University in Siloam Springs and KLRC have launched a new FM radio station, Real FM — broadcasting on 100.3-FM with a mix of mainstream and Christian pop and hip-hop music across Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale and nearby areas. The channel, which replaced the frequency formerly used by KURM Radio after almost 45 years, now airs local shows including segments from JBU work-study students at KLRC’s office on N. Broadway St. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Downtown Bentonville businesses face parking shortages due to construction closing a section of Northeast Second Street between Northeast A and North Main — drivers are urged to allow extra travel time. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State transfer receiver Jalen Brown committed to the University of Arkansas after his official visit to Fayetteville, with coach Ronnie Fouch helping secure his scholarship. The 4-star recruit from Miami — who ran a 100-meter in 10.65 seconds at Gulliver Prep — said he looked forward to working with Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Bentonville Bike Fest 2025
1 PM – 5 PM — Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Journey — Ticketed entry — Celebrate biking culture with races, demos, and local food in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Hippo Campus Concert
8:00 - 9:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $71 — Last-minute concert tickets available for an evening of indie tunes with Hippo Campus.
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