🌱 1 Dead In Deerfield Blvd Fire + Nonprofit Premieres New Film

Happy Friday, Bentonville! Here's everything you need to know to start today off on an informed note, shall we? Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Windy; a bit of morning rain. High: 53 Low: 35.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Bentonville today:

1. A 65-year-old man is dead following a house fire on Deerfield Boulevard early Thursday morning. Authorities say fire crews responded after a witness spotted the burning duplex around 6:24 a.m., arriving within five minutes and bringing the flames under control in another seven. The man was the only person inside the house, and the Bentonville Fire Department is still investigating the cause of the blaze. (KNWA)
2. A conservation nonprofit premiered a new documentary about the Buffalo River in Bentonville on Thursday. The film was produced by The Ozark Society, a group founded in 1962 by Dr. Neil Compton of Bentonville in an effort to help save the Buffalo River from dams. The film can be streamed online for free at the Ozark Society's website and will also screen again tomorrow, Mar. 19, at Compton Gardens & Arboretum. (4029tv)
3. The stretch of the Trail of Two Cities in Bentonville between Southwest I Street and Southwest Stone Boulevard is temporarily closed. Cyclists and pedestrians on the trail are asked to follow the marked detour route along the sidewalk until the trail reopens. The temporary closure was prompted by utility construction along the trail, which is expected to reopen next Friday, Mar. 25. (KNWA)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Evening With The Maestro At Arkansas Philharmonic Orchestra (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Join the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Mar. 24, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Cherokee Casino and Hotel for Benton County After Hours. This event is a great opportunity to meet new people, make connections and learn about what's happening in the community. (Facebook)
• Mayor Stephanie Orman swore in two new officers for the Bentonville Police Department On Wednesday. Both officers are uncertified and will attend the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy in addition to the field training program. (Facebook)
• Join The Oxford American magazine for an evening of music and conversation at the 21c Museum Hotel! The live taping of the Points South podcast takes place next Monday, Mar. 21, at 7:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.