🌱 Students Return To School Wednesday + Shelter Pets Available

Good morning, Bentonville! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Bentonville.

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and breezy. High: 47 Low: 30.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Bentonville today:

1. Bentonville students will join others across northwest Arkansas this week in returning to in-person classes. The return to classrooms has not been delayed even as COVID-19 cases continue to multiply. Students in Bentonville and Rogers will return to school on Wednesday, and face masks are not required by any schools in the area at this time. (4029tv.com)
2. The Bentonville Police Department's bomb squad responded to help with the investigation of an improvised explosive device that was used to damage a park bench in Bella Vista over the weekend. Police did not find any damage to other structures besides the bench, and there were no injuries. Officials say they do not believe there is any reason for the public to be concerned for their safety at this time. (Arkansas Online)
3. Many animal shelters in Bentonville are currently working to fulfill adoptions. There are currently several cats and dogs available for adoption at local shelters including Oakwood Tails Of Hope and the Best Friends Animal Society. Over 6 million companion animals are given to adoption agencies each year nationwide. (Bentonville Patch)

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Today in Bentonville:

• In American Waters Exhibit At Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (All Day)

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From my notebook:

• Hit the ground running in 2022 by participating in the Valentine's Day 4k or 8k race on Saturday, Feb. 12. Register with your "sole" mate and meet your fellow runners on the Bentonville Square. (Facebook)
• The Bentonville Fire Department participated in a tree contest at The Meadows Assisted Living facility and won the award for "Most Unique" tree. (Facebook)

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— 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.