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Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Bingo Night July 23rd Vendors and Sponsors apply now for Downtown Benton Third Thursday

January 8, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Hear photographer Matt Albright speak at Jan 15th History Society meeting

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Join Saline County History & Heritage Society (SCHHS) for this month’s program, featuring photographer Matt Albright. Read more below. Albright is the owner/operator of Albright Drone. He has captured the gaze of hundreds of thousands of viewers locally, with his artful eye for photography and videography. Saline County residents may recognize his work showcased on […]

January 8, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Two face several charges after dog attack sends girl & mother to hospital

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    UPDATE THU JAN 8, 2026 ORIGINAL PUBLISHED JAN 7, 2026 The Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) responded Wednesday morning January 7th, to a dog attack that injured a girl and her mother. Read more below about the attack and the dog owners. The incident occurred in the Diamond Hills Cove area of Alexander. […]

January 7, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Merchants & Farmers Bank adds three Saline County residents to the team

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Merchants & Farmers Bank welcomes three Saline County residents in new roles with the institution – two board members and one Vice President. The Board of Merchants & Farmers Financial Corporation recent elected Paul Childress & Sarah Farmer to join as Directors. The bank also recently hired Laura R. Westbrook as Vice President / Trust […]

January 6, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Haskell to consider water & sewer improvements, $400K street grant – Meeting Jan 12th

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  The Haskell City Council will meet January 12th to consider water & sewer improvements and a grant for a street project. See the full agenda below for details. AGENDA Call to Order… Pledge of Allegiance & Prayer… Roll Call… Declaration of a Quorum Approve Minutes of December 8, 2025 City Council meeting DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS: • Water/Wastewater/Streets Police […]

January 6, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Benton Animal Services Shares 8 Dos & Don’ts for Handling Stray Animals

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The City of Benton Animal Services Department is reminding residents what to do — and what not to do — when encountering a stray animal in their neighborhood. The department has released a public guide aimed at helping reunite lost pets with their owners while ensuring safety for both the animals and the community. Read […]

January 5, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Saline County to review plans for two subdivisions Jan 8th

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The Saline County Planning Board will consider a few property developments at the meeting January 8th. The public is invited to this meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Saline County Courthouse. Read more below. AGENDA ROLL CALL: Layne Penfield, Chairman ●  Randy Ives ● Matt Nalley ●  Kylie Parker ●  Sherry Spann ●  Justin McCauley ●  […]

January 5, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Library adds 5,000 cardholders, doubles charity donations and Winter Challenge is on!

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The Saline County Library is celebrating a year of remarkable growth and community impact as it wraps up 2025 and steps into 2026 with renewed energy. From issuing over 5,000 new library cards to more than doubling donations in its Battle of the Businesses charity drive, the library has strengthened its presence across Saline County […]

January 5, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Saline County Law Enforcement Invited to Appreciation Breakfast, Jan 8

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Law enforcement officers across Saline County are invited to enjoy a free breakfast and community gratitude at the first annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Breakfast, hosted by Hospice Home Care. Read more below. The event will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. at Benton First Assembly, located at 1801 Hot […]

January 5, 2026 By Shelli Poole

“Building Bridges, Not Barriers” – Benton to Celebrate MLK Day with events Jan 17 & 19

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The City of Benton will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of community-wide events on January 17th and 19th. The theme in 2026 is “Building Bridges, Not Barriers.” See the list of events below. This year’s celebration encourages unity and solidarity through a range of inclusive activities […]

January 5, 2026 By Shelli Poole

ARDOT can now see your phone use while in a work zone

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  Starting mid-January, if you’re driving in an Arkansas highway work zone, expect that a camera will see into your vehicle to know whether you’re illegally using a smart phone or other electronic device. ARDOT will display warning signs, and law enforcement will be ready to issue citations in person. Read more below. The Arkansas […]