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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Church notes share upcoming events for local families including a summer arts camp at Bella Vista Community Church from July 14 to 18 for kids ages 6 to 12 (registration opens Monday and ends June 27) and Vacation Bible School sessions at Bella Vista Lutheran Church from June 23 to 26 and at First Presbyterian of Springdale from July 7 to 11. Other notices include an Islam 101 course at Bentonville Islamic Center on Sundays at 5:30 p.m., a Sonday Riders meetup tomorrow at 2 p.m., weekly prayer gatherings, choir rehearsals and food pantry services. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chandler Equipment Inc. of Springdale purchased Starwood Customs on April 14th—its 15,000-square-foot Lowell store at 411 N. Goad Springs Road will serve as a regional hub for its vehicle customization services. Owners Morgan and Chris Chandler announced the deal on May 16, noting the purchase strengthens their retail operations while keeping the store's name. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Northwest Arkansas Community College Board of Trustees voted to give President Dennis Rittle a raise (and extend his contract) in Bentonville, so his job now lasts until 2032 (the decision was made at a recent meeting). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas baseball team ended a three-game run without home runs when Brent Iredale, Ryder Helfrick — and Logan Maxwell hit long balls to beat No. 14 Tennessee 8-6 on Friday at Baum-Walker Stadium. The win earned them a top four seed with a double bye in next week's SEC Tournament. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Benton’s Panthers defeated White Hall 15-0 on Friday afternoon at the Benton Sports Complex in just three innings as they scored 14 runs in the second inning. The team will face Maumelle today — with a state championship spot at stake. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Felt Pennant Workshop
6:30-8:45 p.m. — Rick's Bakery — Complimentary snacks and drinks — Craft a unique, hand-sewn felt pennant in this fun workshop for all skill levels.
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15th Annual Founder's Crawfish Boil
12-4 p.m. — George's Majestic Lounge — Ticket required — Enjoy 2lbs of crawfish along with corn, potatoes, and sausage while listening to live music by Squash Garden.
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Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — JJ's Live — Tickets available online or at the door — Rock out to the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin with Zoso at JJ's Live.
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Sow and Savor Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Thaden School, Bentonville — Cost info not provided — Explore the journey of food from farm to table with hands-on garden activities.
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Simple Minds Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Walmart AMP — Tickets from $47 — Experience an unforgettable night with the iconic sounds of Simple Minds.
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The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — JJ's Live — Ticketed event — Experience note-for-note renditions of Beatles classics that will make you feel like you're watching the real thing.
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Hammer Lane Hippies Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Kingfish — No cover — Experience a powerhouse trio blending country, blues, and rock with original music.
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Ashtyn Barbaree Live Performance
2-6 p.m. — Fayetteville Public Library — Free entry — Experience the enchanting Americana sounds of Ashtyn Barbaree in a captivating live show.
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