Good morning, Bentonville.

Walmart announced that it will hold three Christmas holiday sales events both in stores and online this year.

The first sale is scheduled for Nov. 14—16 with early online access for Walmart+ members at 6 p.m. on Nov. 13, followed by an online-only sale from Nov. 25—27, a combined sale from Nov. 28—30, and a Cyber Monday sale on Dec. 1 with early access at 6 p.m. on Nov. 30.

Washington Junior High will become Bentonville’s sixth parent-choice school next fall and will offer International Baccalaureate programming starting in 2026-27—a change that brings a new global focus to its curriculum.

School and district officials celebrated the announcement with a special event that highlighted the school’s strong academic record and partnerships with local institutions.

During the closing moments of Thursday night games, defensive players from Bentonville and Farmington stepped up for their teams.

Bentonville’s Connor Davis and Farmington’s Bailey made big stops — earning them co-Players of the Week honors.

After trailing by 15 in the first half, the Razorbacks rallied to win 99-75 over Memphis on Monday night, with Meleek Thomas and Darius Acuff Jr. leading the effort—Coach Calipari praised the blend of returners and veterans as the team now prepares to face Southern University at Bud Walton 6:00 p.m. on Monday.

Bentonville’s Connor Davis made a key stop in the closing minutes of his team's rare Thursday night game—Farmington’s Bailey also delivered an important defensive play as his team tried to seal the win.

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.

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.

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.