Good morning, Bentonville.

Jim von Gremp, a former Walmart executive, state legislator and philanthropist, died at his Bentonville home on Oct.

12 at 75 after battling cancer for five years—his funeral will be held on Nov. 1 at Fellowship Bentonville with a visitation at 10 a.m.

Authorities said Southeast 10th Street between South Main and Southeast Benton is closed every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Oct.

31 for work on the Thaden Elementary School expansion project — the school is adding five acres to its campus and work will finish by fall 2026.

Today, thousands gather in Bentonville for the 10-day Big Sugar Classic festival that celebrates mountain and gravel biking in the community.

The event began on Oct. 10 and features the Little Sugar Mountain Bike Race while the Big Sugar Gravel Race and Gravel Rave are scheduled for Saturday — drawing cyclists and boosting local business.

Bentonville’s football team is about to start a tough four-game stretch with three road games, including a big 7A-West Conference match against rival Fayetteville—Coach Jody Grant said his undefeated team is excited and set to win to boost their playoff hopes.

Bentonville’s undefeated football team will start a tough four-game stretch with three games on the road, including a key 7A-West Conference match in Fayetteville.

Coach Jody Grant said the players are ready to learn from past losses and compete strongly.

Bentonville volleyball swept Fort Smith Northside Thursday night — after trailing by one point in the third set at 24-23 — to improve their league record to 14-0.

Blues Traveler Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Momentary — Tickets starting at $56 — Enjoy a night of live blues music with Blues Traveler in Bentonville.

Wagoneer LYXE and Buckshot Princess Concert

7-11:59 p.m. — Meteor Guitar Gallery — Check event page for details — Come have some fun with Wagoneer LYXE and Buckshot Princess rocking the Meteor.

Arkansas Bioinformatics Consortium Conference

10 AM – 1 PM — Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas - Hotel, Spa & Convention Center — Registration required — Explore transformative technologies shaping the future of bioinformatics.

Gramps Morgan Country Reggae Concert

8-11:30 p.m. — Meteor Guitar Gallery — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant blend of reggae and country music featuring Gramps Morgan and friends.

Ozark Society Fall Meeting

6 PM-10 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Bentonville — Attendees can explore the Ozark region with recreational activities and a chance to honor the society's founder.

The Rise Challenge Series

7-10 a.m. — Coler Mountain Bike Preserve — $50 — Tackle Coler’s legendary 185-step climb in a thrilling race to the top and bottom.

An Evening with Ree Drummond

6-7:30 p.m. — Arend Arts Center — Ticket purchase includes a signed cookbook — Engage in culinary conversation with The Pioneer Woman and explore her essential recipes.

The Tell Tourney

12-3 p.m. — The Quiver Archery Range — Entry fee to be confirmed — Test your aim in an exciting archery challenge inspired by the legendary shot of William Tell.