Good morning, Bentonville.

In Bentonville, Serafina Lalany leads StartupNWA and has launched Onward HQ as a hub where local startups can network, find investors, and grow—plans include more venture capital events and a $50 million pooled investment fund.

Her experience in Houston and Boston guides efforts to close the funding gap for companies aiming to scale.

Bentonville-based Airship Coffee opened its fifth café at the new Walmart headquarters (810 Customer Drive).

The 1,800-square-foot venue offers a larger porch for outdoor seating and operates on weekdays.

A homeless Springdale man pleaded guilty to kidnapping and robbing a man at gunpoint, stealing his car, and robbing his friends—he will spend 15 years in prison.

HG3708 Holdings LLC of Bentonville bought 29 lots with 46 cottage homes on Pleasant Grove Road in Rogers for $13.24 million—averaging $456,628 per lot.

Other local deals include a $5.87 million commercial building in Farmington, a $4.4 million land sale in Springdale, and a 60-acre Benton County broiler farm sold for $4.2 million.

Roni Ben-Hur Trio Live at Crystal Bridges

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — $55 — Experience an intimate evening of world-class jazz in a stunning setting with acclaimed musicians.

Acoustic Evening with Jonah Kagen

7-9:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $18 and up — Experience intimate acoustic storytelling through heartfelt melodies and engaging performances.

John PayCheck Concert

7 PM – 11 PM — Meteor Guitar Gallery — Check website for ticket prices — Awesome Night of Country with the One and Only John Paycheck.

Summer Camp: Nature Explorers at Crystal Bridges

9:00 AM - 4:30 PM — Eleven at Crystal Bridges — $200 ($160 for members) — Uncover the wonders of nature and art in this weeklong camp for kids aged 8 to 10.

Alanna Royale Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Tickets start at $177 — Experience a live performance by Alanna Royale for an exciting night of music.

Gregory Alan Isakov in Concert

8:00–9:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $32–$162 — Experience the poetic lyricism of Gregory Alan Isakov alongside local duo Smokey and the Mirror in a memorable outdoor summer concert.

How to Increase Mountain Biking Endurance

5:30-7 p.m. — Coler Mountain Bike Preserve Grove — $40 — Boost your mountain biking endurance with practical fitness strategies and mileage tips.

Brain Health Initiative Mindful Triathlon

8 AM – 1 PM — Thaden School, Bentonville, AR — Free entry — Participate in a triathlon focused on improving brain health with expert-led seminars and community resources.

Still Woozy Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $37-212 — Experience the vibrant psychedelic melodies of Still Woozy at this outdoor concert featuring local opener MODELING.

Headshots Event in Bentonville

9-11 a.m. — Ledger Bentonville — $125 for a professional headshot — Book your discounted headshot appointment on the first Tuesday of every month downtown.