Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Bentonville.
Harps partners with healthcare fintech NationsBenefits to let eligible health-plan members use its prepaid card for health, grocery & essential products at regional stores.
A business luncheon occurs June 4 at Hilton Garden Inn in Fayetteville at 11:30 a.m. and the Arkansas Index closed at 1,121.30, up 4.45.
Bentonville High School held its commencement ceremony on May 16 at Tiger Stadium.
Graduates tossed their caps and received diplomas as friends and families celebrated their milestone.
Southwestern Electric Power Company is sponsoring the Land of Opportunity scholarship program, pledging $500,000 to help about 100 University of Arkansas students manage college costs this fall with financial aid plus career counseling, mentoring, and internships in Arkansas.
The Bentonville School District approved $1 million in contracts with two lawn care providers — Envy and OPW — on Tuesday to enhance outdoor maintenance at schools and facilities.
The board also updated the athletics codebook to add tryout guidelines and revise complaint procedures for next school year.
On Wednesday in Springdale, Cabot senior Jalyn Hart led the decathlon with 3,517 points and Fayetteville senior Matti Moore topped the heptathlon with a 14.83 sec run in the 100 hurdles.
The contest resumes at 9 a.m. today.
The Bentonville Tigers face Springdale Har-Ber in the Class 6A state championship game at Hot Springs Lakeside Friday at 10 a.m. Chriss Salinas, who moved from Rogers for his senior year and tallied 17 goals with 16 assists, leads the team aiming for its first title since 2016.
Springdale Har-Ber coach Randy Osnes said his softball team will use the same strategy from earlier meetings as they face Bentonville in the state championship game at 4 p.m. Friday at Majestic Park in Hot Springs (after splitting the season on the road).
Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and players Zack Stewart + Tate McGuire met with media on Wednesday to recap the Razorbacks' SEC Tournament win over Tennessee.
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.
USPA Tested and Open 2026 Ozark Open
All day — The J Street Gym — No refunds — Compete in both Tested and Non-Tested Divisions at this official powerlifting event.
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