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Sam Hoisington
Sam HoisingtonI founded The Bentonville Bulletin in April 2024 to bring trustworthy local news to my neighbors. Running an indie news site is a hard, but I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve my hometown. I'm a graduate of Bentonville High School and earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Arkansas Tech University. You can reach me at [email protected].

“Walkable” Subdivision Coming to an Unwalkable Part of Bentonville

“Walkable” Subdivision Coming to an Unwalkable Part of Bentonville

No, the new development planned for the west side of Bentonville doesn’t fit its surroundings. But that’s not what it was evaluated against.

Mar 13, 2026
Robots Will Start Mowing Bentonville Parks

Robots Will Start Mowing Bentonville Parks

Bentonville is getting robot lawnmowers. Two GPS-guided machines will begin mowing park fields by summertime.

Mar 11, 2026
Live Nation Proposes 2,500-Capacity Music Venue in Downtown Bentonville

Live Nation Proposes 2,500-Capacity Music Venue in Downtown Bentonville

Mar 10, 2026
By the Numbers: Bentonville City Government in 2025

By the Numbers: Bentonville City Government in 2025

Here’s a look at key stats from city government operations last year.

Mar 9, 2026
How Bentonville Is Doing, According to the Mayor

How Bentonville Is Doing, According to the Mayor

Mar 9, 2026
Beyond Books: 15 Things the Bentonville Public Library Offers

Beyond Books: 15 Things the Bentonville Public Library Offers

You can check out telescopes, borrow metal detectors, play video games, record podcasts, use 3D printers — and even get help researching your family tree.

Mar 9, 2026
What Readers Said in The Bentonville Bulletin’s Latest Survey

What Readers Said in The Bentonville Bulletin’s Latest Survey

Mar 8, 2026
30+ Things to Do in Bentonville in March
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30+ Things to Do in Bentonville in March

Mar 2, 2026
February News Recap

February News Recap

Here’s some recent Bentonville news you may have missed.

Feb 28, 2026
Cardboard Is the Star of This New Amazeum Exhibit

Cardboard Is the Star of This New Amazeum Exhibit

Cardboard is the first material in a new concept built around creative limits, collaboration and hands-on experimentation.

Feb 28, 2026
Bentonville Considers Noise Enforcement Changes

Bentonville Considers Noise Enforcement Changes

The Bentonville City Council discussed increasing fines and other enforcement strategies for noise ordinance violations.

Feb 27, 2026
Fry Opens in Downtown Bentonville With Affordable Drinks

Fry Opens in Downtown Bentonville With Affordable Drinks

Feb 23, 2026
The Inside Story of How Meteor Guitar Gallery Found a New Home

The Inside Story of How Meteor Guitar Gallery Found a New Home

With limited time to raise money, one local investor took a leap of faith.

Feb 20, 2026
Doe's Eat Place Closes after 20+ Years of Steaks, Memories and Celebrities

Doe's Eat Place Closes after 20+ Years of Steaks, Memories and Celebrities

Family says new business opportunities prompted decision as Walton Boulevard property hits the market.

Feb 16, 2026
5 Ways Bentonville Changed Public Art Policies After Mural Controversy
Mural

5 Ways Bentonville Changed Public Art Policies After Mural Controversy

The changes come after a dispute over a trailside mural generated significant controversy last year.

Feb 11, 2026
Ice House Redevelopment Plans Include Condos, Retail and a Rooftop Garden

Ice House Redevelopment Plans Include Condos, Retail and a Rooftop Garden

Feb 9, 2026
Redevelopment Begins at Former Walmart Home Office Campus

Redevelopment Begins at Former Walmart Home Office Campus

Plans for the site include a new STEM-focused college, along with office, hotel, multifamily and retail components.

Feb 9, 2026
January News Recap
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January News Recap

Here’s a quick recap of news you may have missed last month.

Feb 3, 2026
20+ Things to Do in Bentonville in February
Events

20+ Things to Do in Bentonville in February

Feb 2, 2026
The Meteor Has a New Home, If They Raise $650,000 in Two Weeks

The Meteor Has a New Home, If They Raise $650,000 in Two Weeks

Wedding venue by day, concerts at night: the plan to save both The Meteor and The Ravington with “community ownership.”

Feb 2, 2026
Free Downtown Bentonville Bus Route Coming by April

Free Downtown Bentonville Bus Route Coming by April

Could this be a breakthrough moment for “the bus?”

Jan 31, 2026
AI Tool Will Help Students With Coursework, Teachers With Grading

AI Tool Will Help Students With Coursework, Teachers With Grading

Jan 26, 2026
Centerton Wants to Be More Than Just a Place to Live

Centerton Wants to Be More Than Just a Place to Live

Jan 19, 2026
Clementine’s Ice Cream Now Open in Bentonville. Some Flavors Are Booze-Infused.
Local Businesses

Clementine’s Ice Cream Now Open in Bentonville. Some Flavors Are Booze-Infused.

On the menu: about 20 flavors of ice cream, including alcohol-infused and dairy-free options.

Jan 17, 2026
Bentonville Named to New York Times’ 52 Places to Go List for 2026

Bentonville Named to New York Times’ 52 Places to Go List for 2026

Jan 12, 2026
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