Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
Good morning, Bentonville.
Ozark Hill Hikers are hosting a $4 walk on May 27 in Bentonville, with registration from 8:30 to 9 a.m. at Casey's convenience store on SE J St, as walkers choose a 5- or 10-kilometer route along Coler Creek & past the singing bridge and Airship Cafe.
OZ Trails Bike Park in Bella Vista is open now to founding members who are riding Arkansas’s first chairlift-served mountain bike park; it will open to the public on June 12 with bike rentals available and dining options coming soon.
Rotary clubs across Northwest Arkansas are hosting free meal events from May 15-23 in Springdale, Rogers, Fayetteville, and Bentonville to help with food insecurity; hundreds benefited from the Springdale meals at Luther George Park.
These outreach efforts aim to ease the burden of rising grocery, housing, and gas costs.
Bentonville-based Walmart is forecast to post an 8% net income gain in Q1 fiscal 2027, with adjusted EPS rising to 66 cents from 61 cents and revenue exceeding $174.8B, boosted by 24% growth in global e-commerce (after cutting 1,000 tech jobs under CEO John Furner).
SGS opened a new bicycle testing lab in Bentonville that focuses on quality checks, safety standards, and development for U.S. bikes.
The lab strengthens the local link to the future of cycling.
Dan + Shay will kick off their North America tour at Walmart AMP in Rogers on Friday, Oct.
23 with guest artists Josh Ross and Tyler Hubbard; gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.
A study by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission found that black bass in Beaver Lake thrived this spring during nighttime electrofishing, with record catch rates and sizes noted.
Tournament data ranks the lake second for bass fishing quality, promising a bright future for local anglers.
State Sen. Jim Petty called the affordable housing shortage a crisis as local group Groundwork announced plans to boost housing statewide by building more rooftops so teachers, laborers & service workers can afford to live near their jobs.
The top-seeded Razorbacks men's golf team shot a 9-under 275 on Monday at Trysting Tree Golf Club in the Corvallis Regional, finishing three shots behind the lead.
The team showed balanced play with solid rounds from all golfers.
The Razorbacks will begin their postseason at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. after Tuesday’s game between Tennessee and South Carolina decides their opponent (rain is forecast for Wednesday), as they seek a chance to host a regional event.
Arkansas coach John Calipari extended scholarship offers to three 5-star prospects for the Nike EYBL Session II in Memphis this past weekend, marking a key move for the team.
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.
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.
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.
Dam Slam Pickleball Tournament
All day — Osage Park — $40 — Compete in this thrilling pickleball tournament featuring men's, women's, and mixed doubles.
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.
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.
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.
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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