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Bentonville
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Local law enforcement agencies are searching the rugged Ozark Mountains for fugitive Grant Hardin, who escaped from Calico Rock prison on Sunday by impersonating a law officer — officials said he may be hiding in one of nearly 2,000 caves in the area — as they use canines, drones and helicopters to track him. 5 News
- ➤ A judge ordered a Bentonville man accused of killing his nephew to undergo a mental evaluation — the test will determine if he is fit to stand trial. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Bentonville Film Festival will host a conversation with longtime weatherman Al Roker on June 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Great Hall (tickets are $30), where he will discuss his career and introduce his new animated STEM series Weather Hunters for young viewers. NWA Business Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trey Reid of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission says Bentonville residents have reported black bear sightings as young males leave their mothers' territory to search for food. He adds that hunters must apply by June 1 for elk permits—an in-person drawing set for June 27 and 28—and that deer permits open on June 1 while a special duck season weekend for veterans and youth is planned for the first weekend in February after the regular season ends on January 31. 5 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville added a state-of-the-art Boston Dynamics robot dog to its Bomb Squad to help disable explosives and go over stairs and open doors—equipment bought with Homeland Security grants. Bomb Squad technicians will train to use the new asset as it makes Bentonville only the second city in the state to have this kind of tool. 5 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville Tigers baseball Coach Todd Abbott stepped down from his role after 25 years and will remain a teacher in the district. He earned over 350 wins and helped more than 100 players join college and professional teams — he said his focus was on building lasting relationships. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Explore Osage Summer Camp
8 AM – 12 PM — Osage Park — $190/week — Kids will explore wetlands and participate in fun outdoor activities including archery, games, and nature crafts.
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Ozarks At Large Live Broadcast
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Bentonville Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate 35 years of Ozarks at Large with a special live broadcast from the heart of Bentonville.
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Let’s Talk: Is It Possible to Avoid Dementia?
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM — Helen R Walton Children's Enrichment Center — Free entry — Explore common myths about aging and memory loss in this informative seminar.
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~ Benjamin Disraeli
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