Good morning, Bentonville.

The Bentonville Area Chamber named Emily Medlock interim executive director in a board announcement Monday; Brandom Gengelbach will step down Saturday and assist the transition, and Medlock — who joined the chamber in May 2026 as director of business development — will maintain member services and plan for 2027.

Walmart buyers met 125 prospective suppliers at an (Open Call) in Bentonville and said suppliers must show how their product meets customer needs, fit Walmart's assortment, and prove they can scale and handle supply-chain and timing demands to win and keep a deal.

The Multicultural Center and United Greek Council held “Culture Not a Costume” on Sept.

29 (Unity House) to explain how cultural appropriation spreads harmful stereotypes and to give students ways to research and avoid insensitive Halloween costumes.

Ozark Hill Hikers will lead a walk with registration from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Pea Ridge National Military Park visitor center (15930 E.

Arkansas 62, near Garfield); there’s a $4 fee and 5K and 10K paved routes with interpretive battle signs along the way.

Matt Jones and Anthony Kristensen discuss Arkansas' 76-72 exhibition win over Gonzaga on the WholeHogSports Daily podcast (they break down key plays and what it means for the season).