Bentonville Local News – Friday, January 9th, 2026

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Friday, January 9th, 2026

Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Walmart has named technology leader Shishir Mehrotra, CEO of Superhuman, to its board to serve on its compensation + technology and e-commerce committees. He brings a long career that includes roles at YouTube and Coda and is expected to help guide Walmart’s tech-powered growth. NWA Business Journal

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The EPA has dropped its objections to renewing five wastewater treatment plant permits in Northwest Arkansas — letting local facilities continue operations as planned. Federal court documents confirm the decision, which clears the way for planned upgrades. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

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