Good morning, Bentonville.

Analysts predict Tyson Foods will report a 13.2% earnings increase on Monday, Aug.

3, with adjusted earnings per share at $1.03 and revenue at $14.14 billion (driven by strong chicken and prepared foods sales).

Enter by midnight on Aug.

9 for a chance to win four VIP tickets for SOAR NWA at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Bentonville. The festival runs from 5 to 10 p.m. on Aug. 14 and 15 and offers balloon rides, live music, food trucks for guests 21 and older.

A new Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows Northwest Arkansas added 8,600 nonfarm jobs in June, increasing its total to 308,600 with a jobless rate of 3.6% while other regional metros experienced stable or higher jobless rates & the report highlights Northwest Arkansas as the standout amid statewide slower job growth.

Chancellor Charles Robinson announced Friday that the University of Arkansas raised $169.6 million for the 2026 fiscal year; the total, which covers cash + gifts in kind, planned gifts and new pledges received from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, marks its fifth highest fundraising record.

Gardening experts advise Bentonville residents to water plants early and use rain gauges as hot, dry weather is expected through early September.

They suggest planting fall vegetables now and caring for spring bloomers to help gardens thrive.

Cushman & Wakefield / Sage Partners’ Mid-Year Market Summary shows that Northwest Arkansas commercial real estate stayed in strong demand during the first six months, with industrial, office, and retail vacancies below national levels and rents steady.

The report notes growing tenant interest in quality space.

Arkansas women’s basketball added three games to its 2026-27 schedule.

The Razorbacks will host an exhibition against Cameron on Oct. 29 — play Kansas City on Nov. 9 and face Louisiana-Monroe on Dec. 28.

The Razorbacks won 106-59 over the Bahamas in Nassau during a summer exhibition game, and Kenny Payne, Jordan Smith & Abdou Toure answered questions at a post-game press conference.

The team kicked off their summer schedule with a strong performance.

At Arkansas Volleyball Network Media Day last Friday at Summerwood Sports in Alexander, Valley View coach Margie McGee said her seniors are eager to end their title drought since 2021 and face tough 5A-East Conference opponents.

The team will rely on strong defense and leadership to boost their season.