Saturday, December 7th, 2024

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Good morning, Bentonville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pea Ridge Police Department collaborates with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks and C.O.P.S. for a Blue Blood Drive to honor fallen officers and support their families, encouraging donations on Kevin Apple Day. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-vehicle collision on I-49 in Benton County resulted in injuries and significant traffic delays. 4029 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Prosecutors recommend a 51-month prison sentence for Nathan Earl Hughes for his actions during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, including striking a police officer. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A Bentonville man was sentenced to over 16 years in prison and must pay $16,330,814 for defrauding government COVID-19 relief programs. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Austin Booth, the director of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission since July 2021, is set to become the CEO of Banded Holdings, a leading company in the waterfowl hunting industry, in January. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Walmart introduces a pilot program using the Aira app, aiming to enhance shopping accessibility for customers with visual impairments by providing live navigational help in-store. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bentonville Coach Jody Grant praises senior Jonah Knapp's impactful football performance, despite not fitting the typical physical profile for his position. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bentonville's senior football players Jonah Knapp and AJ Looney, though smaller in size, showcase exceptional talent as they advance to the Class 7A state championship game. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Griffin Mason shines as a key running back for Shiloh Christian, contributing significantly in their upcoming Class 6A state championship game against Greenwood. Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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December Swift-Fest Extravaganza
Celebrate Taylor Swift's most iconic hits and her latest album with fellow fans at a festive party featuring a friendship bracelet station, photo opportunities, and a costume contest.
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Peel After Hours: Christmas Celebration
Experience a festive evening at the Peel Museum with seasonal activities, including meeting Santa, guided tours, and holiday shopping.
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Bentonville Holiday Market - Local Makers Event
A vibrant holiday market featuring local makers, ideal for finding last-minute Christmas gifts before the Bentonville Christmas parade.
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Landlord Lunch: Automating Property Management for Time and Cost Savings
The event features a discussion led by property manager Garrett Ham on how automation can enhance efficiency and reduce costs in property management, focusing on its application for small to medium portfolios.
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