What’s Next for the Bentonville Ballroom Project?

The music venue proposed for downtown Bentonville has sailed through its first approvals with no opposition from residents and no objections from the City Council or Planning Commission.

Music Venue Proposal Goes Before Planning Commission Tuesday

The project goes before the Planning Commission for the first time on Tuesday, March 17.

5 City-Owned Properties May (Or May Not) Hit the Market Soon

Should city leaders weigh the community benefit of redevelopment proposals, or simply sell to the highest bidder?

“Walkable” Subdivision Coming to an Unwalkable Part of Bentonville

The new development planned for the west side of Bentonville doesn’t fit its surroundings. But that’s not what it was evaluated against.

Robots Will Start Mowing Bentonville Parks

The parks department is getting robot lawnmowers. Two GPS-guided machines will begin mowing fields by summertime.

By the Numbers: Bentonville City Government in 2025

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

How Bentonville Is Doing, According to the Mayor

Despite identifying some challenges facing the city, Mayor Stephanie Orman says that Bentonville is “strong, resilient and vibrant.”

Bentonville Considers Noise Enforcement Changes

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

Inside Bentonville’s New Adult Recreation Center Opening This Summer

The new wellness and gathering space for residents 50 and up could begin welcoming members as early as June.

Bentonville Approves $239M Sewer Deal with Alice L. Walton Foundation Despite Developer Objections

Developers are ultimately on the hook for paying back the loans.

When Will Water Leak Repairs Be Finished? It’s Hard to Say.

Progress is being made, but additional leaks are springing up.

About 311: Bentonville’s Website for Resident Complaints

Alice L. Walton Foundation Offers to Finance Bentonville Sewer Overhaul

City plans to pass costs along to new developments.

5 City-Owned Properties That Could Be Redeveloped One Day

What You Need to Know About Next Year’s City Budget

Bentonville Public Library Receives State Aid for the First Time

How the City Council Works in Bentonville

The City Council makes big decisions. But who are they, and how does it all work? Here’s your guide.

The Rebate Hunter: NWA Business Unlocks Cash for Local Companies

A business based in Northwest Arkansas, salestaxrebate.com, is nearing $1 million in rebates claimed for local clients this year.

What Should Bentonville Do About Historic Preservation?

Questions guiding the discussion: How strict should historic preservation rules be? Can the city impose new height limits downtown?

Bentonville History Museum Could Become Part of City Government

Water Leak Repairs Starting to Pay Off

Why The City Of Bentonville Is In A Budget Crunch

New Compromise Proposed For All Bike(r)s Welcome Mural

Bentonville Sewer Rates Likely Increasing Soon

Accusation of Hidden Trans Flag Behind 'All Bike(r)s Welcome' Mural Complaints

The City Council discussed the mural’s future at its August 12 meeting but came to no conclusion.