🌱 Walmart AMP Goes Cashless In 2022 + Local Traffic Ticket Scams

Rise and shine, Bentonville! Let's get you started this Friday with everything you need to know going on around town today.

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First, today's weather:

Periods of sun; breezy, humid. High: 79 Low: 66.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Bentonville:

1. As the Summer 2022 concert season approaches, many Bentonville residents will flock to Walmart AMP to see their favorite singer or group perform. But it's important to note that the venue will be going cashless this 2022 season. Customers will still be able to purchase tickets at the box office using cash, but merchants and vendors inside the venue will only take debit or credit cards or mobile payments, including Google Pay and Apple Pay. Walmart AMP general manager Nick Zazal hope that this will cut down on wait times for concert-goers and enhance their overall experience. (Fayetteville Flyer)
2. Bentonville drivers who frequently pass through Springdale should beware of ticket scams! The Springdale Police are reporting an uptick in email-based traffic ticket scams. Residents have been receiving emails warning them that their car was caught on a traffic camera while running a red light. The email provides a link for digital payment of the fine, but police warn that this is a scam. They advise residents not to pay or click on the link but instead delete the email. (KFSM 5Newsonline)
3. It's clear that Bentonville residents care about the environment, and those who want to celebrate Earth Day have many opportunities to do so! Today, there will be a prairie to table dinner featuring Cherokee Chef Nico Albert, and tomorrow Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, author of Earth Medicines will be giving a book talk and signing. Check out these events and more at the link. (Monah.org)

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Today in Bentonville:

• Spring Wreath Creations At Common Dwellings (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Goat yoga returns to downtown Bentonville! This May First Friday, goat yoga will take place in Bentonville Square. Get your tickets here before they sell out fast! (Facebook)
• Mayor Stephanie Orman will help Bentonville Public Library welcome author Keith O'Brien on April 30 at 11 a.m. The public is invited to attend the presentation, book sale, and book signing at the Library. (Facebook)
• Did you miss the last Bentonville Connections Meeting? You have one more opportunity to attend on Thursday, Apr. 28! Mayor Stephanie Orman, City Council members, and city staff will engage residents in a conversation about public safety, property maintenance, and a variety of Bentonville quality of life initiatives. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for another 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.