🌱 Osage Creek Bridge + 'Custody Protect' Program First In State

Morning, Bentonville! Let's get you started this Monday with everything you need to know going on today in Bentonville.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny and not as cold. High: 44 Low: 28.

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Here are the top stories today in Bentonville:

1. According to Benton County officials, work on the longest bridge in unincorporated Benton County is set to wrap up this year. Osage Creek Bridge on Old Arkansas 68 will span 502 feet when finished. The estimated cost is $2.33 million. The cost-sharing is 80% in federal aid, 18% in state aid, and 2% in county money. (Subscription: Arkansas Online)
2. The Benton County Sheriff's Office is the first in Arkansas to use a jail program to help aid detainees who may be in medical distress. The sheriff's office implemented Custody Protect a month ago, said Maj. Bob Bersi. It allows jail officials to get an automatic alert if an inmate is in a medical crisis, which means they can get aid to him quickly, Bersi said. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
3. If you're on the hunt for a new house, take a look at this list of the five most recent homes to hit the market in the Bentonville area. On this list, you will find potential homes at a variety of price points, such as a house for $75,000, and another with 5 beds and 3.5 baths for $612,000. (Bentonville Patch)

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Today in Bentonville:

• GEAR UP: The Science of Bikes At Amazeum (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Bentonville Street Crews are pretreating hills, bridges, and overpasses with salt brine this evening, as below-freezing temperatures have moved into the area. Travel safe and stay warm. (Facebook)
• The City of Bentonville wishes you a new year filled with hope that joy and success follow you in every sector of life and throughout our City. City officials look forward to serving this community in 2022. (Facebook)
• Frigid temperatures are here! The cold will drive animals to search for warmth, which could be in your car. Before you start driving, bang on the hood, honk your horn and check underneath your vehicle to flush out unwanted hitchhikers. (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.