🌱 Bentonville Park Plans Proceed + Coffee With The Mayor

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First, today's weather:

Some sun, then turning cloudy. High: 55 Low: 28.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bentonville:

1. On Tuesday night, the Bentonville City Council approved agreements for two city park projects. Councilmembers unanimously approved an agreement for preconstruction services for the Phillips Park Project, as well as an amended agreement including design services for the downtown Bentonville Green. (Free: 4News Online; Subscription: Arkansas Online)
2. On the third Tuesday of each month from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Mayor Stephanie Orman hosts a virtual "Coffee with the Mayor" event. This month's Coffee with the Mayor will take place on Tuesday, Mar. 15, and will highlight Bentonville Parks and Recreation. Registration is required to receive the virtual attendance link. (Press Release Desk)
3. Northwest Arkansas' booming beer scene got a shout-out in Freightwaves, encouraging readers to visit the area for its innovative microbreweries and flavor-focused taverns. Featured on the list is local favorite Bentonville Brewing Co., which features 24 taps, German-style pub food, and various food trucks on-site. (Freightwaves)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Ribbon Cutting - Branches Mission Lab (11:30 AM)
• 2022 Build Bentonville Lunch - Q1 The Entrepreneurship Ecosystem In Bentonville - Greater Bentonville Chamber of Commerce (11:30 AM)

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From my notebook:

• According to an economist at the University of Arkansas, gas prices will keep climbing as the war continues. (4029tv)
• Catch the full DWTN Now interview with Geena Davis, actress and co-founder of Bentonville Film Festival, on Saturday, Mar. 19 at 8:30 a.m. on KNWA! (Facebook)
• The Amazeum is offering two bonus days for the community to play during spring break! (Facebook)

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— 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.