🌱 More Street Improvements Announced + More Toy Donations Needed

Happy Thursday, people of Bentonville! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening around town today.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and cooler. High: 56 Low: 46.

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Here are the top stories today in Bentonville:

1. During its last meeting of the year on Tuesday night, the City Council approved agreements for a handful of street improvements. A bid award went to Crossland Heavy Contractors to do street infrastructure improvements that include a protected bicycle lane on Northwest Third and Southwest Eighth streets. (Arkansas Online)
2. The number of Benton County children in need of Christmas presents has grown from 2,000 to now more than 3,800. Bentonville residents can donate toys until Dec. 17 at the Care Community Center in Rogers located at 2510 N. 17th St. Suite 202. (KNWA)

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Today in Bentonville:

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

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From my notebook:

• Downtown Bentonville Inc. is inviting you for photos with Santa Claus that will be available at Market @ Record on Saturday, December 18th from 9 a.m. to noon. (Facebook)
• A couple of years ago, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson detailed specific computer science goals for students across the state. Bentonville Schools is proud to say Bentonville High School and Bentonville West High are leading the charge when it comes to implementing the Governor's goals and making sure all high school students are exposed to the benefits of computer science. (Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new 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.