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Sunday, September 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The 121st Benton County Fair opened on Friday and will run through Sept. 27 at the Benton County Fairgrounds—featuring rides, games, food trucks and a petting zoo for visitors to enjoy.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

BUSINESS NEWS

  • dunnhumby launched its Incubate business incubator last Thursday to help startups in data science, artificial intelligence and retail tech during Bentonville's Retail Innovation Week at 21c Museum Hotel, and the firm is accepting proposals through an online portal. Fayetteville will host the Northwest Arkansas regional report on Oct. 23 at Town Center, and the Arkansas Index ended Friday at 920.44 — down 7.07 points with only Dillard's and Murphy USA gaining ground.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Dunnhumby announced its new startup help program, dunnhumby Incubate, during Retail Innovation Week in Bentonville to help early stage companies in data science and retail tech work with its experts. Fayetteville will host the annual Northwest Arkansas Region Report on Oct. 23 at Fayetteville Town Center—economists will share key trends during the luncheon while the Arkansas Index closed at 920.44, down 7.07 points.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EDUCATION NEWS

  • School officials say Bentonville School District will vote on Oct. 21 on whether to eliminate the class ranking system as they believe it can harm students in college applications—public forums will be held on Tuesday at Bentonville High School and Thursday at West High School starting at 6 p.m. for parent and student feedback.  Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • On Friday night, Bentonville's football team showed strength in offense, defense — and special teams to secure a win that improved its record to 3-0.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
  • Bentonville played strongly on offense, defense—and special teams Friday night to secure a win.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Bentonville SPEED: Race Event

    6 PM — Old Tiger Track — Entry fee required — Experience a thrilling race with ASICS and Run With Us Pasadena.

    Mon, 9/22/25

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  • Food & Film | Ratatouille Screening

    11 PM–1 AM — Momentary — $25, $13 for kids — Experience a flavorful night watching Ratatouille with themed snacks and fun for all ages.

    Fri, 9/26/25

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  • That Mexican OT Concert

    8-11 p.m. — The Momentary — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of That Mexican OT in an iconic venue.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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  • UP.Summit Community Day 2025

    11 AM – 5 PM — Bentonville Municipal Airport — Free entry — Explore the future of mobility with interactive exhibits, airshows, and a unique balloon launch.

    Sun, 9/28/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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