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Bentonville
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walmart and Amazon are competing to speed up online deliveries in rural areas; a Bentonville Walmart Supercenter now offers same-day deliveries within 30 miles using robotics + mapping technology while Amazon builds micro hubs to reduce wait times. 4029 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The state Board of Education proposed four new rules with a 30-day comment period that cover accelerated learning, isolated school funding, and restroom policy for public schools; board member Randy Henderson will replace Adrienne Woods as chair on June 30. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas universities announced new educational opportunities today & the University of Arkansas opened a $1.5M scholarship for needy architecture students & UALR named Jeremy Ecke as dean starting July 1 & UCA received a $10K Innovation Award to aid first-generation students & the ASU System unveiled scholarships for adult learners. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Summer is approaching and creek fishing season will be prime from June to October, offering Arkansas anglers scenic streams and rivers — including the Buffalo National River and Crooked Creek — to catch trophy bass. Residents are encouraged to plan early outings for a rewarding experience in the great outdoors. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas basketball coaches, including John Calipari, are scouting elite class of 2027 prospects during the NCAA live evaluation period that began Friday and ends today. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville’s softball team clinched a win in the Class 6A state semifinal against Bentonville West on Saturday+ they delivered key hits throughout the game to maintain control. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Arkansas Razorbacks earned a win (16-12) against Kentucky in their final regular-season game as Zack Stewart doubled his SEC production to boost the team’s play. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Benton Panthers rallied with nine runs in one inning to beat Greene County Tech 15-7 at Bruce Hunt Field on Saturday, advancing to next week's championship against reigning champion Valley View. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ At Fayetteville's Bulldog Stadium Saturday, Springdale Har-Ber rallied from a three-run deficit to win a 6-4 Class 6A semifinal against defending champion Rogers — with Coach Dustin Helmkamp praising every Wildcat player after the game. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Nike Volleyball Camp at University of Arkansas
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — University Recreation + Wellness (HPER Bldg.) — $455 — Girls ages 10-14 can elevate their volleyball skills through expert instruction and engaging classroom sessions in a fun environment.
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Courtyard Sessions | Orquesta Afinke
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Free entry — Relax with live salsa, cumbia, and bachata from the vibrant Orquesta Afinke.
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Community Concert with Big Piph & Tomorrow Maybe
6-11:59 p.m. — The Momentary Green — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of Hip Hop, soul, and funk with family-friendly activities.
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Summer Camp | Puppet Makers (Ages 5-7)
1:30 p.m. — Eleven at Crystal Bridges — $200 ($160 for members) — Young artists will explore painting techniques through messy, fun creativity.
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