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Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bentonville hosted its final outdoor farmers market of the 2025 season Saturday—rain slowed sales for vendors who still offered fresh produce, crafts, and sweet treats. The market will move indoors at Record Downtown starting Nov. 1 and run until March 21. 4029 News
- ➤ Neighbors across Northwest Arkansas completed a three-day, 30-mile trek from Bentonville to Fayetteville on Saturday—raising more than $22,000 to build housing for people with disabilities recovering from homelessness. Organizers from New Beginnings said the inaugural event let walkers learn firsthand about the challenges faced by those without safe shelter. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former Walmart COO Jack Shewmaker's classic truck collection will be auctioned in Dallas at Dickies Arena from Oct. 29 through 31 by Mecum Auctions — auctioneers say the trucks have been carefully maintained for collectors. They stated local buyers will have one last chance to bid and honor his legacy — a tribute to his impact on Northwest Arkansas. 5 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Nov. 8, the Capital Hotel will open for Opus Ball XLI, the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's main fundraiser. Diana Brandon—who is known for her deep passion for music—will host the event. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city completed the quarter-mile brick-lined, pedestrian-only walkway in downtown Bentonville after nearly two years of construction and will hold a grand opening event on Nov. 15 with yoga, street performers, live art and music—part of its ongoing Quilt of Parks project. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Food bank officials warned Friday that when SNAP benefits ran out Saturday due to the government shutdown, private charities could not fill the gap. They noted that 222,000 Arkansans in 118,000 households already relied on SNAP—rising food costs and rents have driven up local pantry demand. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas beat Cincinnati 89-61 on Friday night at Bud Walton Arena — freshman guards scored 35 points combined. The team will travel to Memphis on Oct. 27 for their final exhibition game before the season opener. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ Arkansas lost 33-24 to Auburn at home on Oct. 25, extending their losing streak. The Razorbacks threw multiple turnovers and fell behind early—letting Auburn build a lead that they never relinquished. 5 News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Painting with a Purpose - Spay Arkansas
7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with friends as you paint and support a worthy cause.
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Bentonville Enduro
Two-day event — Fri, Nov 21 – Sun, Nov 23 — Hand Cut Hollow — Entry fee required — Race through 70 miles of epic trails in the adrenaline-pumping finale of the Arkansas Enduro Series.
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