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Bentonville Bike Festival 2026
Woodstock and Snoopy Runners.

It’s the Great Pumpkin!

For those unfamiliar with The Great Pumpkin, Linus van Pelt said, “There are three things I have learned never to discuss with people: religion, politics, and the Great Pumpkin.”  I’m

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Ready. Set. Glow

Not knowing what to expect, I returned to Batesville on the last night before fall.  It was actually jacket weather.  I couldn’t believe it.  This was the fourth time this

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The Final Lap for Sara

Over 250 runners gathered at Batesville High school for the seventh and final Sara Low Memorial 5K held on Saturday, September 7, 2013.  It was a beautiful day similar to

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As always, everyone had a great time.

New course, but still classic

Holidays and races compliment each other well.  Valentine’s Day races give you the opportunity to share your love of running in February and Turkey Trots are a cornucopia of fun

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Firecracker 5K
The large crowd starts the Firecracker Fast 5K.

An Independence Day Tradition

I was discussing the abundance of new outdoor events in central Arkansas with a friend the other day; runs, bicycle rides and races, paddling, climbing events, etc. Something he said

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Photo credit: Mark Fonville

9th Annual River City 5k

No one can ever say the Arkansas River Trail is neglected in terms of usage.  Cyclists and runners can be found relaxing, training, or racing.  How many races can you

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Race to Remember 2013

Race to Remember can be considered the race to officially kick off the summer running season.  That statement alone could be a deterrent for a potential participant.  The middle of

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