🌱 Jury Trials Suspended Again + "State Of The Chamber" Returns

Welcome back, Bentonville! Here's everything you need to know to get this Wednesday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny; breezy in the p.m. High: 57 Low: 30.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Bentonville today:

1. Benton County judges have extended the suspension of jury trials due to ongoing concerns about COVID-19. Judge Tom Smith signed an order on Monday suspending jury trials until Feb. 24, citing a desire to "play it safe for the sake of jurors, lawyers, and witnesses." All other court business will continue as scheduled. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
2. The Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce announced that the 96th annual "State of the Chamber" meeting will take place in person this year at the Bentonville High School Tiger Athletic Complex. The awards lunch will recognize outstanding achievements and acts of service by the Chamber, community members, and local businesses. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Mar. 8 at 11:30 a.m. (KNWA)
3. In honor of Library Lover's Month, February's "Cofee with the Mayor" event will feature the Bentonville Public Library. Bentonville Public Library Director Hadi Dudley will join Mayor Stephanie Orman to review the various services and resources offered by the library. Tune into the virtual event on Feb. 15 at 8:00 a.m. (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Teen Book Club At Bentonville Public Library (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Gearing up for the ACT? Register today for a free ACT Prep Class at the Bentonville Public Library. (Facebook)
• The Run Bentonville Half Marathon is less than two months away on Apr. 2! Know someone traveling into town for the marathon? Invite them to stay the whole weekend and discover all the fun that Bentonville has to offer. (Facebook)
• Who is ready to hit the sand this spring? Register now for Adult Sand Volleyball at Memorial Park. There are two divisions: Recreational (6v6) and Competitive (4v4). (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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.