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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bastazo and Salvador Technologies have launched Bastazo Rapid Recovery, a new cybersecurity product for industrial control systems that speeds recovery during attacks by allowing isolated patch testing. The solution is partly supported by a $1.1 million federal grant and serves energy, water, and manufacturing sectors. NWA Business Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville School District approved replacing the field turf and refurbishing the track at Bentonville West High School (saving about $500,000 under budget) with work set to begin in May. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is proposing new rules to create a pesticide classification for feral hogs and repeal fair practice guidelines for catfish processors. The proposed changes are under review and may affect agricultural practices statewide. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas women's basketball beat Kansas City 92-77 at Bud Walton Arena on Wednesday for its 10th win. Taleyah Jones scored 24 points while Bonnie Deas had 14 points and 16 rebounds — UMKC stayed close at times. The Arkansas Traveler
- ➤ High school teams played competitive basketball on Tuesday—Greenland won 70 to 20 with Cooper scoring 22 points, Lavaca edged Lamar in triple overtime, and Benton secured a 74 to 45 win led by Spratt's 18 points. Several schools recorded strong performances that showcased local talent and school pride. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Coach Kyle Pennington's Bentonville Tigers will host Friday's XNA Showcase with an opening game against Springfield Kickapoo at 7 p.m. at Bentonville West & are set to challenge themselves as they prepare for a push toward the state tournament. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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The Nutcracker - 13th Annual Production
7-9 p.m. — Arend Arts Center — Ticket information available — Experience the beloved holiday classic set to Tchaikovsky's enchanting score.
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Noon Year's Eve Celebration
10 AM-1 PM — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with artmaking, live music, and a festive noon countdown for families.
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