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Bentonville
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KB Smith, a 100-year-old World War II veteran from Bella Vista, recalled his D-Day experience and enlisting after Pearl Harbor on Veterans Day—he advised younger generations to show patience and credited his long life to his faith and a supportive wife. 4029 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tiffany Krumins and her father Brian Dunsha have created a new probiotic called Opu that comes as a dissolvable powder in mint and mocha flavors and as a chocolate, and it will soon be sold at Walmart for a bit less than on Amazon. They won a golden ticket through Walmart’s Open Call via RangeMe and plan to start distribution in April—adding local workers to their small team as they grow. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ The annual black walnut harvest is underway in the northern Ozarks, offering extra income for local families and boosting a growing commercial industry. Wild-foraged walnuts are sold by weight at local hulling centers until Saturday at an opening price of $16 per 100 pounds + growers are planning orchards for long-term profits. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Economists said Arkansas farmers face a grim outlook heading into 2026—data has been obscured by the government shutdown, and agronomists reported mixed trends for row crops as the 2025 harvest wrapped up. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Local leaders at the Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce presented Bold Bentonville, an economic development plan focused on upgrading infrastructure, expanding retail and enhancing community assets to address rising affordability challenges. Stakeholders will complete feedback reviews by Friday — and the plan will seek public and private funding to secure $1.5 million per year over a five‐year span as the city prepares for future growth. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ John Brown University in Siloam Springs said that President Chip Pollard and his wife, Carey, received the Mark Simmons Service Above Self Award while professor Joe Walenciak received the Rotary Impact Award on Oct. 14. Pollard led many building projects at the university, and Walenciak has helped young people in Guatemala build leadership skills. NWA Business Journal
- ➤ Bentonville’s Thaden School received the Andrea Palladio International Prize last month in Vicenza, Italy for its campus design— the award honored the school’s teamwork with its design partners on the 30-acre campus. The school, which serves over 335 students, plans to expand to a K-12 program next year. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Veterans Day event on Tuesday honored Gold Star families and veterans with elected officials attending—Margaret Jones said the event eases the pain felt by families who lost a loved one in military service. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ RV owners should winterize their vehicles before cold weather by draining the water system, sealing leaks, parking in safe covered areas, protecting tires, disconnecting batteries and cleaning out food to deter pests—local Shelter agents in Bella Vista, Bentonville and Rogers, including Scott Comiskey, Matthew Hillis, Sean Garrison and Derek Wardlow, are available to advise on proper RV coverage. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A food article shares four side dish recipes that may outdo the usual turkey and pie at Thanksgiving and gives clear steps for making them. The piece offers a fresh twist for holiday meals in a simple, easy-to-follow way. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school basketball games on Tuesday and Monday saw Farmington, Harrison and Bentonville West win convincingly with standout performances, including a successful coaching debut by Farmington and a strong season-opening win by Bentonville West over Shiloh Christian—local teams secured big margins in several contests. In college soccer, John Brown University men fell 2 to 1 in extra time in the Sooner Athletic tournament final after Henrique Duarte’s 99th minute penalty kick gave Oklahoma City an automatic NAIA berth. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville's girls basketball team opened the season with an 81-64 win over Greenwood (with strong plays from Thrasher and Moore) and now must find the best way to use their backcourt duo. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green said Tuesday he is good to play in Saturday’s 11:45 a.m. game against LSU in Baton Rouge after an MRI confirmed his injury from the Mississippi State game on Nov. 1 did not hold him back — his hit near the goal line caused a brief whiplash but left him ready for action — as the team looks forward to the contest. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Winter Market
4-10 p.m. — 507 SE E St, Bentonville, AR — Free entry — Enjoy a festive shopping experience with local crafts and cocoa.
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Broker Panel 2025
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Duley Group | Keller Williams — Tickets available for a nominal fee — Gain insights from top brokers in NWA commercial real estate at this insightful panel discussion.
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The Snowman: A Family Concert
2-8 p.m. — Walton Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a magical holiday concert featuring a special screening of The Snowman with live orchestral accompaniment.
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