Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
Good morning, Bentonville.
💼 Business
Bentonville startup Sober Sidekick was named a finalist for the Kraft Prize for Excellence and Innovation in Community Health with its peer-led app aimed at reducing relapse rates in substance use treatment.
The prize finalists were chosen from nearly 150 nationwide applications—Sober Sidekick and Mae received $10,000 each while St. Louis-based ThriveLink won $100,000.
Lauren Blanco, co-founder and CEO of Markham & Fitz, will move to Brooklyn in early October while keeping a fractional CEO role to boost the chocolate business nationally.
Anders Olsen is promoted to director of operations to lead local efforts in Bentonville as the company grows.
Northwest Arkansas Council’s Onward FX program will bring entrepreneurs to Little Rock on October 29 and 30 for pre-arranged meetings and curated sessions with over 24 investment groups.
Officials say the event will help local startups access capital for growth—strengthening business opportunities in the region.
🌲 Environment
The Northwest Arkansas Land Trust announced that 62 acres on Beaver Lake in the Sonora community is under a conservation easement donated by Jacklyn Perry Ryan to protect the lake’s clean drinking water and local farmland.
The Beaver Water District contributed funds for source water protection so the property remains agricultural and safeguarded against future development — including the Highway 412 East Bypass.
🏛️ Government
A section of Southeast 10th Street is closed from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Oct.
17 for work on the Thaden Elementary School Project—set to add five acres to the campus—while Southeast Second Street is reduced to a one-lane flagging work zone from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. until Oct. 10 for electric relocation work with possible weather delays.
🏈 Sports
Bentonville’s Lady Tigers won a 3-0 match over Fayetteville’s Lady Purple Bulldogs on Tuesday at Tiger Arena (25-22, 25-23, 25-22).
Both coaches (Hannah Berry and Jessica Phelan) said the early momentum proved key to the win.
Bentonville's Lady Tigers won 3-0 against Fayetteville Tuesday night at Tiger Arena.
Both coaches said the momentum shifted at the end of the first set—sparking the sweep.
The University of Arkansas football team scored 28 points in the first half of each of its opening four games but struggled in the second half with turnovers and lower scores in losses to Ole Miss and Memphis—Coach Pittman said the team must improve its play to close games.
They are working on better ball security and play-calling ahead of their home game against No. 22 Notre Dame.
🎉 Bentonville Events
Submit an event →
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.
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.
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.
Big Diamond Comedy Festival Showcase
7-8:30 p.m. — Beardedgoat — Tickets required — Enjoy high-energy sets from the best emerging comedians in the nation.
Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Momentary — $72 GA / $48 Member GA / $37 Student GA — Experience an unforgettable night of reggae with two Grammy-winning legends live!
Japanese Breakfast Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — $76-$1,231 — Experience an eclectic evening with the indie pop sounds of Japanese Breakfast.
Exclusive Wine Dinner at River Grille
6:30 p.m. — River Grille — Cost not specified — Experience an evening with celebrated French wine leaders and indulge in exquisite pairings.
Second Saturday: Story Time Celebration
11 a.m.-4 p.m. — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — Free entry — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with bilingual stories, artmaking, and gallery adventures for the whole family.
Life Time Little Sugar MTB
8:20 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. — Coler Mountain Bike Preserve — Check website for registration details — Experience a thrilling mountain biking event with scenic trails.
Concert by Lucius
7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Tickets start at $36 — Enjoy a captivating live performance by the indie-pop duo Lucius at this local venue.
🏠 Bentonville Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Bentonville Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Bentonville Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Bentonville.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.