🌱 American Rescue Plan Approved + TikTok Challenge In Schools

Good morning, neighbors! It's me again, Sean Peek, your host of the Bentonville Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy; breezy, cooler. High: 42 Low: 25.

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Here are the top stories today in Bentonville:

1. The Benton County Quorum Court on Thursday night approved an ordinance packed with items to be funded by the American Rescue Plan. Fiscal 2022 American Rescue Plan appropriations include phase I of a triage center at the county jail for $100,000. The first phase will cover programming and conceptual design for the proposed triage facility along with a master plan for future growth at the jail campus on Southwest 14th Street. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
2. Word is spreading regarding a viral TikTok challenge that encourages students to bring weapons to their schools on December 17. Northwest Arkansas school representatives have begun to react, including Dr. Debbie Jones, Superintendent of Bentonville Schools. (KNWA)
3. A project to coordinate Bentonville's traffic signals is intended to improve traffic in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)

Today in Bentonville:

• In American Waters Exhibit At Crystal Bridges Museum Of American Art (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Each year the Bentonville Police Department recognizes certain employees for going above and beyond their duties and serving our citizens at a high level. During this process, the department recognizes employees at three different levels which are Officer of the Year, Telecommunicator of the Year, and Professional Staff Member of the Year. (Facebook)
• Bentonville Firefighters will be doing live-fire training at Featherston and SW 28th street this week through Saturday." (Facebook)
• During the month of December, City employees are being recognized for years of service. The City of Bentonville is thanking employees for their commitment to Bentonville. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.