🌱 Funds Raised For Cyclist's Medical Expenses + Restaurant Inspection

Hey, Bentonville! Let's get you all caught up to start this Tuesday, April 12 off on an informed note. Here are the most important things going on around Bentonville today.

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First, today's weather:

Warmer; an afternoon t-storm. High: 75 Low: 60.

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Here are the top three stories today in Bentonville:

1. The Benton County cycling community is raising funds to support a fellow cyclist suffering from severe burns. Samuel Riester is in the ICU with burns covering most of his body after an accident occurred while he was working on his truck. A GoFundMe has been set up for Riester and has collected more than $34,000 so far. (KFSM 5Newsonline)
2. Are you in the market for a new career or looking for a different job? Patch, with the help of ZipRecruiter, has compiled an extensive list of local Bentonville employers looking to fill full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions. Click to see the full list. (Bentonville Patch)
3. Is your favorite Benton County restaurant clean? Benton County has published its recent list of restaurant inspections that details critical and noncritical violations. Click to see the full list to ensure that your next restaurant experience is free of foodborne illness. (Arkansas Online)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Ribbon Cutting - Eyes on the Square At The Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The City of Bentonville is hiring 20 firefighters this year. Click here to apply before the Jun. 3 test date. (Facebook)
• The Bentonville High School Color Guard is recruiting. Open Fall Guard auditions will take place from Apr. 25-29 in the South Commons at BHS from 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. (Facebook)
• The newest episode of the New American Town podcast features Visit Bentonville's President. Give it a listen on Buzzsprout. (Facebook)

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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.