You might want to leave a little extra time Thomas Saccente covers Bentonville and Benton County news for the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette He has spent most of his life in Arkansas and started his professional journalism career in Fort Smith in 2015 He began working for the Democrat-Gazette in 2019 covering the River Valley before moving to Northwest Arkansas in 2024 This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers LLC Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing House of Songs hosts their second SongRider Showcase at FreshGrass Festival this year Monica Hooper is an award-winning features writer specializing in entertainment news for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley she has interviewed a diverse range of luminaries While she enjoys spotlighting these renowned figures Monica's true passion lies in celebrating the vibrant local arts scene She delights in uncovering and showcasing the unique talents of the musicians writers and actors who enrich her community Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette BENTONVILLE -- A Bentonville woman told a detective she played dead after her son shot her three times in the.. Tracy Neal is an award-winning reporter who covers criminal justice (courts and crime) for the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette He’s been a reporter in Northwest Arkansas for more than two decades We build & promote a welcoming and lively downtown through experiences Note:  The images posted are concept renderings of the project ‍Please read the below PRESS RELEASE from Blue Crane: Blue Crane and development partner Riverside of Austin announced a mixed-use project located on Second Street between NE A and North Main in downtown Bentonville This development will introduce new residential units while preserving key elements of the Bentonville square Utility relocation associated with the project started earlier this month and construction is expected to begin in early 2026 The development will proceed within Bentonville's current zoning framework as the project team prepares to submit plans through the city's Large Scale Development process this fall “We really tried to create a space that honors the square's importance while carefully introducing new architecture and amenities to serve our growing community." said Brian Shaw a member of the development team at Blue Crane “This project represents an exciting vision for Bentonville's future—a thoughtful blend of contemporary design that respects the city's heritage.” visitors to the north side of the square will experience Bentonville's rich character and history restoring a deeper connection to the city’s past The design blends historic elements – with storefronts that reflect the designs of the original brick commercial buildings built in the 1880s – with more modern architecture off the square The project will also restore and preserve the historic Benton County Jail which is recognized on the National Historic Registry A key component of this project is the reimagining of the Arvest Bank branch on the square the Arvest Bank branch will remain downtown temporarily relocating to 215 NW A Street to ensure service continuity "Arvest is part of the downtown Bentonville fabric and remains committed to serving the community," said Chad Evans "We look forward to welcoming our customers to a next-generation bank and community room on the square." The development will add new residential units to downtown Bentonville bringing residents who will support local businesses retail and dining spaces will complement existing businesses while introducing new shopping experiences to the square these additions will create a more comprehensive shopping district appealing to both residents and visitors alike An underground parking structure will provide convenient access while preserving the pedestrian-friendly walkable character that makes downtown Bentonville special The project includes public spaces connecting with community assets such as the All-American Trail supporting Bentonville's identity as the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™ "The North Main project is an investment in Bentonville's future," Barrett Lepore "We're creating a place that will bring full time residents and new amenities downtown while contributing to Bentonville's thriving Blue Crane and Riverside have engaged Herzog & de Meuron for the design the development balances respect for Bentonville's past with the needs of its growing community The north side of the square was last renovated in the 1980s when the majority of the original buildings were rebuilt. 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Anyone who came of age in the '80s will get a chuckle—or groan—out of the Walmart advertising inserts that cleverly have been turned into wallpaper of fresh faced youngsters in questionable jeans and haircuts And don’t miss Dolly Parton’s colorful vintage outfit that’s on display to acknowledge her work with the Walmart Foundation on hurricane relief expect lines outside on the main square for the museum’s popular Spark Café ice cream shop Northwest Arkansas’s Onyx Coffee Lab was just named best shop in North America expect a long line right off the square for your heavenly jolt the Faherty haberdashery takes up a stunning original bank building with its vault still intact And with food trucks and drinks establishments all around you could literally spend the day just around the square Bentonville is officially the Mountain Biking Capital of the World but the city’s biking guide outlines 29 separate greenways alone the Coler Mountain Bike Preserve is not only for bikers but it’s where you’ll find just as many families strolling the main concrete artery to land up some 20 minutes later at the café Airship at the Homestead Sit on swings inside the open-walled concrete structure to enjoy your tacos and beer Part of Bentonvile's OZ Art NWA public arts program Stefan Sagmeister’s "Lakes and Rivers" shimmering fish are next to the Ledger building with its bike ramp to the roof If biking does call you, The YT Mill an outlet of this high-end German made brand you can sit back with a beer in their gym-sized space and contemplate your choices of a wheels purchase the six-story copper-clad and glass Ledger offices and cultural hub is surely the only building you’ve ever ridden up on outdoor switchback ramps that you can simply pedal up the outside of a building It also has an Airship coffee shop downstairs for good measure in this coffee mad town Lovely mosaic tiles of native Ozark insects are placed all along the concrete path Up top is the perfect vantage point to take in another of Austrian graphic artist Stefan Sagmeister’s works of a different scale Plastered several-stories high on a parking garage concrete wall next door Lakes and Rivers (2023) is made up of countless stainless steel disks that form two fish whose scales shimmer and shake in the breeze The mesmerizing creation is just one of 400 works in the citywide OZ Art NWA program With restaurants popping up all over and attracting accomplished chefs, Bentonville city’s dining guide lists 207 establishments. A speakeasy behind an art gallery, the tiki room meets high design Callisto bar is as smart a venue as any you’d find in Brooklyn with exotic cocktails you’ve never heard of For all that’s brand new in Bentonville, take an hour and get a feel for the past at the Peel Museum & Botanical Garden The late 19th-century mansion is filled with furnishings and personal artifacts such as a fine wedding dress that belonged to the Peel family of apple orchard owners from the time when Bentonville was the orchard town the Moshe Safdie-designed Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has built a major collection Nearby, your entry into the Museum of Native American History is dramatic enough with a mammoth skeleton that shrieks as you open the door Arrowheads and pottery galore go back millennia while Plains Indians headdresses and Osage war clubs represent just some of the holdings from the recent past Even if you’re not looking to join Walmart it makes for yet another fine and easy bike ride to reach the company’s new lake-and native-landscaped campus along a section of the 40 mile-long Razorback Greenway As you zip around Bentonville by foot or on two wheels you’ll enjoy all the charms for sure of a small town But you ain’t really in small town America at all here anymore has emerged as a must-visit family-friendly getaway Bentonville, Arkansas, has emerged as a lively artistic and culinary destination, driven by the influence of the renowned Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and with plenty to capture the attention of parents and children alike it's also a perfect getaway for families making it an attractive choice for families wanting to get outdoors The town also believes in making art accessible, which has driven the creation of over 100 public works of art from sculptures to murals to neon displays Both the visitors and locals delight in creativity—whether it's a sculpture in the park or a dish placed before them at the table admiring a bronze pig named “Stella” by artist André Harvey or watching the wind move the stainless steel spheres of Yayoi Kusama’s “Narcissus Garden” across a pond there’s something to delight in around every bend in the road For those whose children are past the stroller stage the quarter-mile gravel Crystal Springs trail takes you to the heart of the grounds where 54°F water bubbles up from the ground at the rate of over 100 gallons a minute Esther’s Loop offers an easy 4.5-mile unpaved trail that winds around streams with multiple bridges perfect for biking or walking Older teens may be up for the moderate challenge of the 3.3-mile Oscar’s Loop; it has rougher terrain and some steep inclines Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art seamlessly blends contemporary architecture with the natural landscape Designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie it features striking glass-and-wood pavilions that span over serene water features Each day brings a new craft suggestion inspired by the museum’s collection but there’s no pressure to follow the plan—guests are welcome to experiment with the provided supplies and let their imagination take the lead Before heading outdoors, a stop at Eleven is well worth it Bathed in natural light and overlooking the museum’s lush grounds the restaurant serves up gourmet sandwiches and salads relocated from the banks of a flooding river in New Jersey gives visitors a peek into his vision of a perfect "Usonian" home—comfortable middle class living space with a connection to nature There’s thrills for children of all ages at the Scott Family Amazeum Conduct science experiments with chocolate at the Hershey’s Lab and raining water at the Nature Valley Water Amazements and use a flashlight to follow a dark path to a cave The exterior of Walton's 5&10 store, which is now the Walmart Museum in Bentonville. Photograph by Walter Bibikow, mauritius images GmbH/Alamy Stock PhotoThen head to Bentonville Square and take in the surrounding boutique shops and art galleries. Bike to the top of the Ledger building a six-story building with switchbacks harkening back to Bentonville’s love of mountain biking (Related: 10 iconic dishes to try in the Southern states) BENTONVILLE -- A heavily traveled intersection in the city will experience lane closures for four days next week The southwest and southeast corners of the intersection of Medical Center Parkway and Southeast Walton Boulevard will see lane closures from 9-11 a.m Workers will be installing a traffic signal at the intersection CENTERTON -- A team of Bentonville West High School students is being recognized nationally for developing an app capable of detecting oral cancer Three West students won the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow national STEM competition and received a $100,000 prize package for their work developing the AI-powered app Teams from four schools nationwide were selected as winners of the 15th annual competition The West project was named the winner for Arkansas earlier this year and received a $12,000 Samsung technology prize package for their school The West team -- senior Ronak Pai and juniors LalitAditya Kameshwaran and Veera Sai Joshik Unnam -- developed the app for affordable and non-intrusive oral cancer screenings BENTONVILLE — Bentonville High School Principal Jack Loyd died Thursday after an illness the School District said in a social media post Friday his beautiful extended family and his family at Bentonville High,” the post states Walton Foundation has secured 100 acres in Bentonville for a proposed health care campus which will include a cardiac care facility aimed at expanding specialty medical services in Northwest Arkansas the site offers easy access to major highways and Interstate 49 making it a convenient location for patients across the region This initiative follows the Foundation’s announcement last September of a 30-year, $700 million affiliation agreement with Mercy and Heartland Whole Health Institute The collaboration aims to enhance health care access bringing its expertise in cardiovascular care to the effort Mercy has committed $350 million toward building a state-of-the-art cardiac center in Rogers while the Foundation has pledged an equal amount to establish an outpatient specialty care center in Bentonville Studies indicate that Northwest Arkansas residents often travel out of the region for specialized medical services with an estimated $695 million in health care spending leaving the area annually “Residents of our region deserve access to affordable, high-quality specialty care right here at home,” said Alice Walton, founder of the Alice L. Walton Foundation “Staying close to your home and family during times of medical need is an important part of healing and improving well-being.” Planning and design for the Bentonville facility are currently underway Mercy is already expanding its cardiac care offerings Construction has begun at Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas to add 20 intensive care unit beds and 12 recovery beds alongside the recent opening of three new operating suites and 22 medical-surgical beds Mercy has recruited more than 130 new medical professionals and recently opened five new clinics in Northwest Arkansas Mercy and Cleveland Clinic are working to assess the region’s cardiovascular needs and develop a long-term strategy for the new cardiac care center The partnership is expected to bring world-class expertise to the area ensuring that patients receive top-tier heart care without having to leave the region Photo Credit: Forbes READ ALSO: Zafasi Named Development Director at Little Rock Public Radio Copyright © 2025 Arkansas Money and Politics BENTONVILLE -- City water customers will start paying double for their service to enable the city to keep up with increased operating costs for its infrastructure reduce water loss and address future capital needs Thunderstorms and heavy rains moved through Northwest Arkansas on Friday flooded roads and the postponement of the Bentonville Half Marathon The National Weather Service issued alerts in all area counties warning of the prospect of flash flooding throughout the day “No one offers to show me a cool rock anymore Adulthood is so dumb,” or so the popular meme goes It’s too bad the author of that cheeky post didn’t know about the Spring Gem Mineral and Jewelry Show sponsored by the Northwest Arkansas Gem and Mineral Society AR - Downtown Bentonville’s favorite tradition is back The highly anticipated return of First Friday kicks off on April 4th Downtown Bentonville Incorporated invites the community on a ‘Passport to Adventure’ – a season-long journey that transforms each First Friday into a new location Spanning seven events from April to October and take the community on a trip without leaving the heart of Downtown Bentonville works to promote community and enhance the Downtown Bentonville experience for everyone DBI is excited about a new destination that will draw shoppers from near and far and is partnering with Dave and Jenny Marrs to share the news of the opening of Marrs on Main Dave & Jenny Marrs Announce Grand Opening of Second Store 2025) — Beloved HGTV stars and local business owners Dave  and Jenny Marrs are thrilled to announce the grand opening of their second retail location Marrs On Main will expand on the couple’s signature aesthetic offering thoughtfully curated home goods and furniture that reflect their passion for meaningful design and community which Jenny describes as “a shop filled with pieces that create a sense of home and beauty,” will be a natural extension of their original store “We’ve poured our hearts into making Marrs On Main a place where people can walk in and feel instantly at home,” said Jenny Marrs and welcoming—with  furniture and decor pieces that are meant to last and be loved.” The store's interior showcases timeless craftsmanship and rich textures From handwoven rugs to heirloom-quality furniture “We’ve curated pieces that will live with you and make your house a home,” Jenny added in a recent post a ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. and Jenny Marrs will host a special book signing event at 5:00 p.m and experience the charm and warmth of Marrs On Main firsthand Marrs On Main is located at 111 S Main Street For more information, follow @marrsonmain on Instagram or visit www.marrsonmain.com BENTONVILLE -- The opening of the new 85,000-square-foot Heartland Whole Health Institute building Thursday marked the first day art and wellness officially merged on the Crystal Bridges campus The institute was founded in 2019 by Walton daughter of the late Walmart founder Sam Walton to work with the health care industry "in developing a whole-health approach that considers the needs of the whole person with the goal of preventing disease and sustaining wellness," according to a news release from the institute said the institute is in the business of broadening access to whole-health care by developing care models and programs that incorporate a blend of art and wellness for hospitals The three-story facility was designed by Marlon Blackwell Architects with the first floor open to the public and the second and third floors dedicated to office space for the institute and other nonprofit organizations founded by Walton including the Art Bridges Foundation and the Alice L founding partner of Marlon Blackwell Architects said the building was designed to be the gateway to the Crystal Bridges campus which will include the Alice Walton School of Medicine come July 14 The institute's building is meant to marry art bringing cohesion and harmony to the campus Part of bringing whole health to the region is providing a space for people to experience whole health for themselves and the institute's new building does that by inspiring calmness and connection to nature The building's features that are open to the public include art galleries the institute features curved structures and building materials including stone textured material and views to the campus trails connect visitors to the environment while the building exposes them to art and artistry Many who attended the institute's ribbon cutting and first tour Thursday expressed feeling calmed by the building's interior and comforting A college student at the University of Arkansas said the amount of structural curves inside as well as the minimal artificial light made for a nice with wool felt on the walls flanking the staircase drawn from the site's topography and Ozark forests enhance the connection to nature and place and create an atmosphere to nurture the whole self," Blackwell said Inspired by a painting in the Crystal Bridges art collection "Kindred Spirits," the design team selected textiles in a comparable natural color palette "With felt acoustic wall panels in a variety of greens and grays and wool broadloom carpeting that emulate moss and rock the interiors evoke spending time in nature surrounded by textures and colors," said Ati Blackwell another founding partner of Marlon Blackwell Architects In addition to the architectural and interior artistry "The Art of Whole Health," is just past the lobby and curated by the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art featuring more than 25 works of art ranging from sculpture to paintings and photographs "With the institute opening on the campus of a world-class museum of art we have the opportunity to help visitors experience art and wellness offerings and how they can aid whole health -- our physical emotional and social well-being," Pirtle said "We're inspired by Marlon Blackwell Architects' welcoming design for this building and look forward to providing a new destination for visitors on Crystal Bridges Campus." the institute and Crystal Bridges will welcome visitors with free programming held at the facility featuring plaster walls and a conical skylight Gael Langdon earned her degree in journalism from Harding University She spent the early years after graduation working for a digital news startup and as a freelance writer and editor Gael enjoys investigative work and has passions for traveling learning and seeing the world through the eyes of others BENTONVILLE — A new hotel with 142 rooms is on track to open late this year just off the city’s downtown square The Compton will be a welcoming home base for outdoor enthusiasts according to a news release from Practice Hospitality invites the community on a "Passport to Adventure" - A season-long journey that transforms the Square each First Friday into a new location We are thrilled to have Walmart back as our presenting sponsor for the 2025 season We also want to give a big THANK YOU to our incredible community partners April First Friday is generously sponsored by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Family Fun Land will feature fun for the whole family - Pet's Place:  All things pet palooza The Mermaid’s Escape & Temple of Razum and NWA Rolling Video Games Crystal Bridges will be showing up in a big way for April First Friday Picture this: a fun activation that celebrates their latest special exhibition Drop by to check out their expanded Mobile Art Lab and more information on this iconic exhibition KAWS has been creating a cast of iconic characters steeped in the American zeitgeist that populate his work Each with their own distinct personality pulled in part from their creator these characters have been a constant throughline in the artist’s career The exhibition takes its title and thematic jumping-off point from the sculpture titled FAMILY (2021) which brings together four of KAWS’ characters posed in the style of a family portrait the relationships between the figures can be complex and astonishingly heartfelt entryways into human emotions KAWS: FAMILY at Crystal Bridges is KAWS’ Arkansas solo exhibition debut 11:00 AM Lunch on the Square - The Food Truck lineup is listed below 12:00 PM  Mommy & Me Yoga on the Square with Yoga Story 3:00 - 9:00 PM First Friday booths and activations are officially open We are pumped to partner with City Sessions NWA for April's music activations Here’s the full food truck lineup for April: Stroll up Main Street for these food truck options… Neighborhoods make their return for our 2025 First Friday season Divided into two distinct zones: Venture Village Each zone will be packed with fun vendors and activity booths for you to explore Tune into your sense of adventure and community and get ready for a stellar time Downtown Bentonville Inc.’s Sensory Alley is an inclusive space for individuals who experience barriers in attending First Friday We want all individuals who experience these barriers to have a safe and inclusive space inside the First Friday footprint in order to attend and enjoy First Friday all individuals requiring support must be accompanied by a family member/caregiver while visiting the space our friends at Powerback Pediatrics are taking over *Sensory Alley is generously funded by The Schmieding Foundation Incorporated FBC hosts a FREE KIDS ZONE including bouncy houses we will have a new non-profit partner for each month April’s non-profit partner is the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter be sure to stop by the NWA Children’s Shelter Booth and learn how you can make a difference Help Kids Pack for a Brighter Future! Every great adventure begins with a packed bag. The shelter needs suitcases to help the children they serve transition with dignity and ease. Check out their list of needs to see how else you can best support them Whether you're donating or spreading the word every little bit helps these kids feel safe We want to offer as much guidance as possible when it comes to parking downtown because we know it can get tricky Please remember that roads directly around the Bentonville Square will be closed to accommodate the crowds Use this link here to access our updated Downtown Bentonville Parking Map Downtown Bentonville Parking Map As always, we recommend carpooling with your friends and family. Arrive in Downtown Bentonville early and explore the many shops and restaurants this sweet town has to offer. To explore more, click the link here @DowntownBentonville is the official social media account for Downtown Bentonville Inc  We’ll post all event updates on our accounts first and be sure to check out our stories for fun sneak peeks Be sure to tag us for a chance to have your photos and videos reshared FAYETTEVILLE -- The matchup between the 6A-West Conference's final unbeaten girls soccer teams did not disappoint Tuesday night AR - One of Bentonville’s favorite annual traditions is coming back as Downtown Bentonville Incorporated announces the return of the Bentonville Farmers Market and artists will pack the Downtown Square and other surrounding areas  The Bentonville Farmers Market will continue for 29 consecutive weeks  The market runs every Saturday from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM we're eager to build on that momentum and bring another fantastic market to our community.” Dylan Taylor “While we look forward to the completed promenade we've thoughtfully adjusted our layout to continue offering the fresh produce and unique artisan crafts that our loyal customers have come to expect and love at our market.”   With upgrades happening to area streets and several construction projects ongoing in the downtown area there will be some changes to the footprint the Farmers Market will also have booth space in the Benton County Courthouse parking lot  This lot is located between 2nd Street and Central Avenue DBI is grateful to Judge Barry Moehring and his Benton County team for helping find a new location for the weekly market The 2025 season plans to continue the record-setting pace of the previous three seasons  The Bentonville Farmers Market has also been named the #1 farmers market in Arkansas for the past two years by the American Farmland Trust The Bentonville Farmers Market is made possible by our amazing sponsors including Deep Roots Health Center and our ‘Official Hydration Sponsor’ Drip Drop Hydration This event is made possible by our wonderful community partners BENTONVILLE -- Firefighters battled a fire downtown Wednesday on the roof of the under-construction Adult Recreation Center Wednesday after materials being staged on the roof caught fire It made for an imposing fire on the roof of the building behind the Ledger on Main Street "It was not a threat to the Ledger," he said Boydston said it was difficult for firefighters to reach the fire He said construction crews did a good job of evacuating and there were no injuries among the crews or firefighters BENTONVILLE -- A Bentonville pastor responded Thursday to the arrest of one of his church's volunteers who is accused of sexually abusing two minors who attended Calvary Church's youth ministry BENTONVILLE -- A Rogers man is accused of breaking into his parents' home and trying to kill his mother with a crossbow a student-led provisions shop opens at Brightwater in Bentonville Click here to see more photos from the ceremony and first day of operation where he studied philosophy before deciding to become a journalist He developed a passion for photography while documenting the Occupy movement in 2012 His career brought him to an internship with The Arizona Republic and then the Tampa Bay Times before joining the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette staff