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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bella Vista Community Church (75 E. Lancashire Blvd) will host the BVCC Kids Summer Arts and Science Camp 2025 for children ages 6 through 12 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 14-18; registration ends June 27, fees are $10 per child or $20 per family, and classes include watercolor painting, clay sculpture, music and drama, STEAM, yard art, rock painting, Joy of Flight, and science investigation with snacks provided. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms and a rollover on Friday morning caused multiple accidents on Interstate 49—heavy traffic from the Walmart Shareholders Celebration backed up vehicles for miles. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walmart announced that its drone delivery service will expand to Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa, making it the first retailer to scale drone deliveries across five states. The new program will launch at 100 stores and builds on operations in Bentonville and Dallas-Fort Worth — with over 150,000 deliveries completed since 2021. 4029 News
- ➤ Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said on Friday, June 6 that the company will keep raising wages for its 2.1 million workers while spending $1 billion on training and education over the next few years. He noted that U.S. hourly wages have risen sharply over the last decade and that Walmart is adjusting its supply chain and tariffs—steps meant to support workers and suppliers for the future. NWA Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Federal prosecutors charged the two founders of a Springdale nonprofit with wire fraud, theft & tax evasion after a magistrate judge issued an order Friday that showed they stole from more than 100 victims. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain and lightning moved through Northwest Arkansas this morning, leaving hundreds without power. SWEPCO reported 300 customers near Wagon Wheel Rd—Highway 264 in Springdale will see power restored by 8:00 a.m., while Arkansas Electric Cooperative reported 258 outages statewide, including in Benton and Washington counties. 4029 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Athletics unveiled the Razorback Volleyball 2025 schedule that shows an exhibition game on August 23 at Little Rock, 26 regular season matches including 15 SEC contests, and a SEC Volleyball Tournament from Nov. 21 to Nov. 26 in Savannah, Ga. — reserved season ticket renewals and general admission sales will open Monday, June 9 with game times and TV details to be announced. 5 News
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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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Kid's Night: It's All About Hue
11 PM – 1 AM — Crystal Bridges Museum — Check for ticket info — A creative evening for kids focused on color and fun while parents unwind.
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Yoga in the Garden
8-9 a.m. — Peel Museum & Botanical Garden — Free entry — Experience a refreshing yoga session surrounded by nature every Saturday morning.
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Summer Camp: Sketchbook for Young Artists
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Eleven at Crystal Bridges — $200 ($160 for members) — A weeklong day camp for budding artists to explore drawing techniques and unleash their creativity.
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An Afternoon with Al Roker
1-2 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — $30 ($25 for members) — Engage in a lively discussion with America’s beloved weatherman about his career and his new educational project.
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Howard County Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — George's Majestic Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Texas country sound of Brandon Howard and his band opening for rising star Tristan Roberson.
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Summer Series: History & Culture of the Bow
5:30-6:30 p.m. — The Quiver Archery Range — $25 — Explore the fascinating evolution of archery from ancient tools to modern innovations through storytelling and demonstrations.
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