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Bentonville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Walton Family Foundation announced a five-year strategy to improve housing, transportation, workforce development and infrastructure in Northwest Arkansas — a move aimed at easing pressures from rapid growth. The plan, shared this week, intends to support quality of life as communities expand. 5 News
- ➤ The president announced a plan to dismantle the National Forest Service that would shutter regional offices and research labs key to protecting 3 million acres of Arkansas forest. Rep. French Hill is reviewing the proposal + other delegation members have yet to speak up. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local brunch spots will serve special Mother's Day meals, but reservations are required; families are advised to call their favorite spot (confirm details) (for seating) as the holiday nears. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rogers High School’s Mounties won their seventh consecutive conference title and reached a 13-game win streak as coach Matt Melson said playing hacky sack in practice keeps the team relaxed + united. 5 News
- ➤ At Jonesboro High School, the class 6A state track meet ended with Bentonville topping the boys contest with a score of 135 and the girls contest with 196.5 — individual event winners included Marcus Myhan in high jump and Chase Keller in long jump. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ High school baseball and softball games delivered strong tournament results as Booneville, Cotter and Pulaski Academy won regional matches in Greenland and Bentonville set a state home run record against Rogers while White Hall outpaced Texarkana in a late contest. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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The Phlegms Turned Down
8 p.m. — The Momentary — $10 ($8/members) — Enjoy a unique storytelling performance from local rock band The Phlegms in a stripped-down format.
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OMW presents FINAL DESCENT
4-7 p.m. — Legends Air Center at Thaden Field — Concessions available — Witness the new OMW tag team champions defend their title amidst thrilling wrestling action.
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Volunteer Orientation
1-3 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — Free entry — Engage with the community by becoming a volunteer and support the vibrant arts scene.
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RØDE House Happy Hour Featuring FRAWG!
5-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy drink specials and live grunge rock from local band FRAWG! in a vibrant setting.
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RØDE House Happy Hour Trivia Night
5-9 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Enjoy drink specials and test your knowledge with trivia hosted by Joshie Simmons.
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Glow Run
8:45-10:00 p.m. — Memorial Park — Entry fee applies — Experience a vibrant night run with glowing participants under the stars in Bentonville.
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Dam Slam Pickleball Tournament
All day — Osage Park — $40 — Compete in this thrilling pickleball tournament featuring men's, women's, and mixed doubles.
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