Over 100 residents came to a countywide town hall meeting about animal control on Monday night. The meeting was called by Saline County Judge Matt Brumley, after a teen girl in an unincorporated area of the county lost her life due to an attack by several dogs, and then there was another dog attack in the […]
Shelli’s Tips – Create a Facebook event that gets guests at your event!
This might become a new column for me. Just tips that help you do life. Hopefully you’ll learn something, but you might also teach me something extra after you read. The topic might be about Facebook things one day, Microsoft Word the next, then maybe driving, cooking, pets, government processes, grammar, or any number of […]
Boil water notice issued after outage in Hwy 70 area, according to Southwest Water
UPDATE MONDAY JUNE 23, 2025 230PM: Notice of a boil order for Salina Springs subdivision. This includes Salina Springs Drive and Mt. Vista Rd. Please boil any water you plan to consume, until further notice. EARLIER MONDAY 815AM: Southwest Water Users is reporting a Water Outage on Monday morning, June 23, 2025, as of 8:07 […]
After 52 years of the Old River Bridge being out of operation, Saline County announces ribbon cutting June 24th
Saline County officials announced Friday afternoon that the ribbon cutting ceremony for the long-awaited restoration of the historic Old River Bridge will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Read more below. Located at the Saline River, the Old River Bridge first opened on July 15, 1891 and served travelers for decades […]
The Library’s Bookmobile is CANCELLED for Haskell June 26th
Oh darn! The bookmobile vehicle is out for repairs. That means unfortunately their trip to Haskell this week has been cancelled. The Library says they apologize for any inconvenience and hope to have another one soon! The Bookmobile normally comes to Haskell on the 4th Thursdays of the month. READ MORE BELOW Pop by the […]
Bryant PD arrests suspect in triple murder case near middle school
UPDATE JUNE 22, 2025, 6:30 P.M. The Bryant Police Department has arrested a suspect in the triple murder case near the middle school off Zuber Road. Their statement follows: FROM BRYANT POLICE, SUN JUNE 22, 2025: This evening, at approximately 3:30 PM, Bryant Officers and Saline County Sheriff Deputies apprehended 34-year-old Jarrod Mitchell. Mitchell was […]
UPDATE – Benton PD still seeking 2nd dog in mauling of woman; Police report, Graphic pictures & video included
UPDATE JUNE 20, 2025, 430PM The following is (1) the statement from the Benton Police Department, (2) the full police report narrative, and (3) photos and video from the victim. The Benton Police Department responded to the 3000 block of Edison Avenue just before 3:30 a.m. on Friday June 20, 2025, in reference to an […]
Benton booby trapping suspect name released; no bond amount set
UPDATE JUNE 19, 2025, 8:30AM The suspect in the alleged booby trap arrest has been named. Robert Sheridan is charged with “Booby Trap Unlawful to Install/Maintain – Felony.” He was booked at the Saline County Detention Center at 3:09 p.m. on June 18th. A bond amount has not been set at this time. ORIGINAL STORY […]
Saline County Murder suspect flees in stolen vehicle; 3 agencies join to capture him
On June 15, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., the Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) received a call on Terrace Drive for an unknown emergency. According to the SCSO, while deputies were on their way to the scene, dispatch was informed that someone was deceased at the residence. Read more below. Deputies stated in a report that […]
Benton Chamber awards seven $1000 scholarships to area students in 2025
The Benton Area Chamber of Commerce presented seven scholarships to graduating seniors in 2025. The monetary awards were $1,000 each. See the list of recipients below: Students submitted applications information about their school, community, and church activities, a high school transcript, and letters of recommendation. Winners were selected by the Chamber Scholarship Committee. It’s comprised […]
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