Last year, I really took a break from setting any kinds of reading goals or even keeping track of my reading. And it was super relaxing…but also, I wish I had kept track. So, here I am this year setting goals and trying to keep track. I feel like I say this every year and […]
Archives for February 3, 2023
[VIDEO] Local legislators speak on new bills: Education, drag queens, used cars, internet tax, solar panels, more
Several legislators representing Saline County Arkansas gathered on Friday morning, February 3rd, 2023 to update the public on which bills are coming up for vote currently. They also took public questions about education, drag queens, solar panels, and more. The next breakfast is February 24th, 2023, and the public is always invited. Watch MySaline.com for […]
[VIDEO] Bryant Schools issues statement on incident with pictures of juveniles
On Monday, January 30, 2023, the parent of a student at Bryant Public Schools posted a live video on Facebook, expressing her disappointment with an incident where she became aware that at least one picture of her daughter was shared via electronic message with an unknown person, and without her permission. The video went viral […]
CoorsTek brings “Academy” to Benton to grow their own technical workforce
Soon local residents will be able to train for a technical career by taking courses directly from the employer. CoorsTek in Benton, Arkansas will partner with local schools and government to accomplish this. The nationwide company is expanding its innovative onboarding and training initiative called the CoorsTek Academy. It has already been in operation at their […]
Saline County HR committee to discuss communications position on Feb 6th
The Saline County Human Resources Committee will meet on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. to discuss a new position. It is a request to rerate/reclassify the County Judge Communications Manager. This would include a change of title to Communications Director, increased general management experience, increased essential duties and responsibilities associated with marketing Saline […]
ARDOT crews to close Interstate 30 lanes overnight through February
Construction to widen Interstate 30 to six lanes in Saline County requires overnight lane closures. Weather permitting, crews will be working in the eastbound and westbound lanes between U.S. Highway 70 (Exit 111) and Sevier Street in Benton (Exit 116). This continues the ongoing work to widen the Interstate, and lane closures will be periodically […]