🌱 Officer Awarded By Secret Service + Lady Tigers Coach Retires

Morning, people of Bentonville! It's me again, Sean Peek, your host of the Bentonville Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny and milder. High: 52 Low: 28.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Bentonville today:

1. A Bentonville police officer received a prestigious award from the United States Secret Service. Sergeant Josh Woodhams has been recognized as one of the Top Digital Forensic Examiners in the country, beating out nearly 2,800 other law enforcement officials who specialize in digital forensics. Woodhams was one of only 50 digital forensic examiners in the country to receive the award. (KNWA)
2. Michelle Smith is stepping down after 15 years as Bentonville High School's volleyball coach. Smith announced the news on Wednesday, sharing that she will be leaving the Lady Tigers to focus on her family. During her tenure as coach, Smith has led the team to 388 career victories and six state titles. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
3. Two new Mexican restaurants are coming to downtown Bentonville. Both Bentonville Taco and Tamale Co. and Azul Tequila Bistro plan to open their doors in the coming months. Both restaurants already have several successful locations across northwest Arkansas. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Art Market At Bentonville Square (9:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Bentonville Fire Department and Human Resources Team helped distribute 5,600 COVID-19 in-home test kits during a drive-thru even on Thursday. (Facebook)
• See two new exhibits at 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville! "Wim Botha: Still Life with Discontent" and "Truth or Dare: A Reality Show" are now on display. (Facebook)
• Multiple members of the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce are celebrating 20 years (or more) of membership this month. Congratulations to all members! (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for your next 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.