Go Farther in the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid at Adventure Subaru

Adventure meets efficiency in the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid, now available at Adventure Subaru in Fayetteville. With an impressive range of up to 581 miles*, standard symmetrical all-wheel drive, and Subaru’s legendary safety and reliability, the Forester Hybrid is built to take you farther, while using less.

At Adventure Subaru, we make finding your perfect vehicle simple and stress-free, with a team that values transparency and community as much as performance and innovation.

Discover the future of adventure: efficient, capable, and ready for anything.

*Estimated range based on manufacturer data. Actual mileage may vary.

The Meteor Guitar Gallery Moving, Starts GoFundMe

The Meteor Guitar Gallery is leaving its longtime location with just a few weeks to prepare.

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover the costs of moving and planning next steps. So far, the campaign has raised over $3,300.

First United Methodist Church of Bentonville is looking for partners to help it build affordable housing on its downtown Bentonville campus.

Michelle J. Morris, lead pastor at First United Methodist, has firsthand experience with the difficulties of the Bentonville housing market.

She joined the church staff a few years ago. First, she rented a house but got booted because the owner sold it for a “ton of money.” At another rental, the rent kept increasing.

Now, she lives full-time in an RV on land owned by a church member, despite making a “good salary” from the church.

Sponsor Message from Medlin Park Condos

Which Would You Pick?

Option 1: $350,000

An empty ⅓-acre lot, about four miles from downtown Bentonville.

Option 2: $301,900

A beautiful 2-bed, 2-bath condominium with top-tier amenities—just minutes from dining, shopping, and major employers.

Medlin Park offers one of Bentonville’s best opportunities for homeownership, with floor plans from studios to three bedrooms. Find your fit today.

How Are Bentonville Schools Performing?

Bentonville Schools received high marks on its most recent state report card, with 20 schools earning A’s and four receiving B’s for the 2024-2025 school year.

These rankings indicate higher academic performance than much of the rest of the state. However, it’s difficult to compare this year’s results to past rankings because of changes in how the state evaluates schools.

A popular local Facebook page with thousands of followers has repeatedly shared inaccurate or fabricated community updates, including information about projects that never happened and events that do not appear to have occurred.

After hearing from 63 people at two public forums, Bentonville Schools moved forward with eliminating class rankings for high school students. The Board of Education voted on October 21 to discontinue the practice.

Class rank will no longer appear on academic transcripts, and high schools will no longer name a valedictorian or salutatorian. Students who were in the top ten at each high school at the time of the change will receive a commemorative letter. If a student applies for a scholarship or award that requires class rank, the district can send that information directly to the awarding organization.

Sponsor Message from Best Friends NWA

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There are dozens of pets at Best Friends NWA waiting for a loving home like yours. To meet any of these adorable pets, email [email protected]. See all adoptable pets here.

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Now Open: Townie Burgers & Bevvies

The latest addition to our new bars and restaurants list is Townie Burgers & Bevvies, which is now open at 219 S Main St in downtown Bentonville.

The menu features about a dozen burgers and sandwiches in the $15 price range, plus appetizers and salads. The drink menu includes wine, cocktails, and three beers on tap, with more canned options available.

Local food influencer Joseph Nguyen (@HangryPedalerNWA) already has it “in the running for best burger place in NWA.”

Community Announcements

A book club for every kind of reader (Two Friends Bookstore + Cafe)
Over 350 Local Makers Gather for One Epic Day in Fayetteville (NWA Makers Club)

These are paid messages from community organizations. Submit yours here.

Things To Do This Week

Fright at the Meteor
Friday, Oct. 31 @ Meteor Guitar Gallery
A Halloween party with live music, giveaways, and a costume contest.

Costumes, Candy and Cops Carnival
Friday, October 31 @ Benton County Fairgrounds
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office hosts its annual Halloween carnival with trunk-or-treating, games, food, and community activities. Admission is one non-perishable food item.

Chess Fest
Saturday, Nov. 1 @ Bentonville Public Library
A free community chess event with a tournament, beginner lessons, casual play, crafts, and puzzles to celebrate the end of the outdoor chess season.

Plant Wave: Hear Plants “Sing”
Saturday–Sunday, Nov. 1–2 @ Crystal Bridges (Foundations of American Art Gallery)
A free drop-in meditation experience using plant sonification technology to create calming soundscapes from live plants, available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.