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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The city of Bentonville will build a new recreation center for people 50 and older at 215 SW A Street, set to open in the first half of 2026. The $23 million center will have a cafe lounge, fitness center and group classes while adding staff and volunteer roles and will charge $15 a month for locals and $19 for others—funded by city dollars and a Walton Family Foundation grant. 4029 News
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials in Rogers announced that Rainbow Road will be closed to through traffic between Wallis Road and Spring Water Way beginning Monday for reconstruction that includes new curb, gutter and storm drainage improvements. Detour routes using Mt. Hebron Road, Wallis Road and Shores Avenue are in place, and the closure will last through late October. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ State and local leaders met Thursday in Cave Springs to address rising housing costs by proposing changes to zoning rules and improvements to sewer capacity — key issues that affect local development. They plan to use state bond measures and update local ordinances to boost housing affordability in the region. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ State Rep. Austin McCollum announced his candidacy for county judge in Benton County after Judge Barry Moehring said he would not seek another term—Justice of the Peace Carrie Smith of Rogers is also running. McCollum, who has strong local ties and more than $60,000 in campaign funds, said he will focus on fiscal responsibility—addressing jail overcrowding, supporting law enforcement, investing in roads, and using technology to improve services. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football games are scheduled on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday across the region. Local teams are in focus today as Bentonville West plays Cabot and Conway hosts Bentonville — adding to the busy week of match-ups. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Unwound Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $71 — Catch an electrifying performance by Unwound with last-minute tickets available.
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Japanese Breakfast Live Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Buckyball At The Momentary — Cost not specified — Experience the acclaimed Japanese Breakfast as they perform tracks from their latest album.
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From Orchard to Glass: Bentonville’s Apple History
5-7 p.m. — Peel Museum & Botanical Garden — Ticketed event — Explore Bentonville’s apple heritage with guided history, orchard exploration, and distillery tastings.
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Jenna and the Soul Shakers Live
6-9 p.m. — Bike Rack Brewing Co. — Free admission — Experience high-energy soul and groove tunes that will keep you dancing all night long.
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NWA Bike-a-Palooza
A bike party for everyone hosted by local NWA cycling clubs to benefit Pedal It Forward.
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