🌱 Roads Improve After Storm + New Restaurant Inspection Report

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

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 56 Low: 29.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Bentonville today:

1. Road conditions in Benton County have improved following last week's winter weather. According to county road officials, most main roads were cleared of all major trouble spots by Monday morning. Drivers are still advised to use caution and watch for ice patches, especially on side roads and rural routes. (4029tv)
2. The latest Benton County restaurant inspection report was released on Monday. Lacarreta Kitchen, Marco's Pizza, and India Plaza were among several restaurants cited for critical violations. Critical violations are any factors leading to foodborne illness and are expected to be corrected immediately. (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
3. Several companies in and around the Bentonville area are hiring. Funko, Cisco, and Vivian Health are among the companies that have recently listed new employment opportunities. The current openings span a range of industries that includes sales, operations, and healthcare. (Bentonville Patch)

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Today in Bentonville:

• First Edition Adult Book Club At Bentonville Public Library (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Find out why the "Hip Hop Lives Here" campaign is working to put hip-hop music on the main stage across the region in the latest episode of "DWTN Now" from Downtown Bentonville. (Facebook)
• The Arkansas distribution program for free at-home COVID-19 tests has ended. Thanks to the efforts of many agencies and partners, including the Bentonville Fire Department and the ADH Benton County Health Unit, 1.5 million iHealth at-home tests were distributed in communities across the state. (Facebook)
• Join travel host Antonio Williams as he takes you on a unique Bentonville experience during each episode of "A New American Town," featuring outdoor adventures, mountain biking, art, culture, and some amazing food. (Facebook)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.