Good morning, Bentonville.

Giving Machines have been installed at Bentonville Square to offer holiday donation options from $5 to $150 for local and global charities.

They opened at noon on Dec. 11 and will run until Dec. 28 — a family-friendly boost to local holiday activities.

The 808 Ranch in Anderson announced it will expand its Precision Genetics Angus program through a new lease with Adams Cattle Co.— The expansion adds 400 Angus cattle and 1,752 acres on Cowskin Prairie, south of its Elk location.

The Arkansas Cinema Society will screen two films next week at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (501 E.), giving local film lovers a sneak peek at new cinematic offerings.

The Ozark boys basketball team won their game over Bergman in Pea Ridge as Coach Brad Johnson's defense turned to offense with three consecutive stops—known as 'kills'—that spurred the victory.

Coach Ryan Silverfield begins his debut season at Arkansas facing a tough slate that includes four teams that each won at least 10 games, key SEC contests against Georgia on Sept.

19 and Texas A&M on Oct. 3, and rivalry action against LSU on Thanksgiving weekend as the schedule was revealed on the SEC Network.

Arkansas Lithium Technology Accelerator VIP Demo Day

5:30-7 p.m. — Record Downtown — Free entry — Witness innovative lithium tech pitches from Arkansas' emerging energy startups.

The Nutcracker - 13th Annual Production

7-9 p.m. — Arend Arts Center — Ticket information available — Experience the beloved holiday classic set to Tchaikovsky's enchanting score.

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

10 AM-1 PM — Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with artmaking, live music, and a festive noon countdown for families.