Grab your paddle — registration is now open for the 2026 Lyle Park Saline River Race & Family Festival in April. Benton Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Saline River Canoe, will host the annual race on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The event begins at Peeler Bend and ends at Lyle Park, covering approximately 4 […]
Sip and Paint at this downtown Benton event March 27th
Benton Parks & Recreation is hosting a 21+ Sip & Paint in March at the Farmers Market. Register by March 20th. Read all the info below. Benton Parks & Recreation is bringing back its popular Sip & Paint Night on Friday, March 27, 2026, offering a relaxed evening of creativity, conversation, and drinks in […]
Benton planning officials to consider changes to several residential properties, March 3rd
The Benton Planning Commission will consider changes to several residential properties on Tuesday night. This includes potential developments at Gattin Rd, Edison Av, N Market St, and Sorrells Rd, as well as subdivisions off Congo Rd, Wise Rd, and Jackman St. Read the full agenda with images below. BENTON PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, March […]
Saline County Fairgrounds reveal plans to rebuild “bigger and better” after ice storm collapses arena
Six inches of ice proved too much for the arena roof at the Saline County Fairgrounds in January. The ice caused a catastrophic collapse over the rodeo and bleachers. It also led to the loss of a livestock barn. The Saline County Fair Association is now working with county leaders and an architect to rebuild […]
Benton’s St. Patrick’s Day 5K & Little Leprechaun Run Returns March 14
Benton Parks and Recreation is inviting the community back for one of its favorite traditions — the 9th Annual St. Patrick’s Day 5K and Little Leprechaun Fun Run, presented by Justin Minton Law Firm. The festive event takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the River Center Parking Lot at Riverside Park, located at […]
Benton meeting Monday to consider trail bids, multi-family zoning, grant for historic survey & training, sign appeal
Benton City Council will consider several matters for a vote on Monday night, February 23, 2026, including a connector trail at Ralph Bunche, properties switching to multi-family, a $17,000 historic grant, software purchase for the City Prosecutor, surplus property, new water pumps and a UV system upgrade, and a business appealing their sign denial. Read […]
Arkansas Libertarian Party announces nominees for 2026 election
At their annual convention over the weekend, the members of the Libertarian Party of Arkansas nominated candidates for the 2026 general election. The list of nominated candidates is as follows: FEDERAL US Senate – Jeff Wadlin, Bentonville US Congress, District 1 – Steve G. Parsons, Lakeview US Congress, District 3 – Bobby Wilson, Bentonville STATE Governor […]
Buy Girl Scout cookies at one of these events, Feb 20-Mar 21 in Benton or Bryant
Are you looking for Girl Scout cookies? It’s that time of year when Girls Scouts are setting up around town to sell them. We made a list of all the places you can find Girl Scouts selling cookies, from February 20th until March 21st, 2026. Choose a cookie sales event from the list below. Fri Feb […]
Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express” shows in Benton Feb 12-22
There’s going to be a murder in Benton! The Royal Players will present Agatha Christie’s iconic whodunit Murder on the Orient Express at The Royal Theatre this February, with performances running February 12-15 and 19-22. The stage adaptation by Ken Ludwig brings suspense, secrets, and sleuthing to Benton’s historic downtown theater. Set aboard a luxurious […]
Benton Police capture stabbing suspect near schools
Benton Schools were temporarily on precautionary lockdown Thursday morning as officers from the Benton Police Department pursued a suspect who allegedly stabbed someone at a location near the schools. READ MORE BELOW At approximately 9:00 a.m. this morning, officers responded to a reported stabbing in the area of Cox Street. When officers arrived, they located […]
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