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Bentonville
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stephanie Cornell announced on Thursday that she will step down as executive director of the Walton Family Foundation at the end of this year — she said she wants more time to focus on family and will work until December to ensure a smooth transition. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Stephanie Cornell announced Thursday that she will step down as executive director of the Walton Family Foundation at the end of this year to spend more time with her family—she will remain in the role through December to ensure a smooth transition. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Stephanie Cornell announced on Thursday that she will step down as executive director of the Walton Family Foundation at the end of this year—she said her decision comes from a desire to spend more time with her family while ensuring a smooth transition. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville officials said the city will close East Central Avenue between South Main and Southeast F streets from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Aug. 29 and Sept. 2 to 5 for utility line work and will also close Southeast B Street from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 3—weather or other factors may delay the closures—and officials will post updates. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas attorney general has appealed a federal judge's decision that blocked a law requiring the Ten Commandments be posted in public schools— the judge also refused to dismiss a lawsuit claiming the law is unconstitutional in Fayetteville. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville will close East Central Avenue between South Main and Southeast F streets from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Aug. 29 and Sept. 2 to 5 for utility line work. Southeast B Street between East Central Avenue and Southeast Second Street will also be closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on Sept. 3—city officials say weather may postpone the work—and plans may change due to conditions. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Latin Dance Night with En Fuego
7–11 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — $20 ($18 for members) — Celebrate diversity through rhythm with a salsa lesson and social dancing.
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STREAM Family Day
11 AM – 3 PM — Eleven at Crystal Bridges — Free entry — Celebrate the return to school with a day of hands-on STREAM activities at the museum.
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78th Original Ozark Folk Festival
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Eureka Springs Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate music and crafts at America's longest-running folk festival.
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Junkin’ Market Days NWA
1 PM - 5 PM — Washington County Fairgrounds — Check for entry fee — Shop, sip, savor, and discover unique finds at this two-day market.
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Pancho Barraza Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $105 — Enjoy a night of vibrant music with Pancho Barraza at a cozy venue in Bentonville.
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