Benton and Bryant Public Schools will co-host their Joint Annual Child Find Meeting and Consultation on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, for local private school and homeschool providers. The annual meeting offers an opportunity for representatives to discuss special education needs and learn about evaluation and support services for students with disabilities during the 2026–2027 school […]
Saline Memorial Hospitals holds luminary ceremony in honor of those lost due to suicide
“He was a wonderful brother and uncle, who loved to play catch with us. He just couldn’t find relief from the pain. He’s always in our hearts.” “Sometimes the people that seem the strongest are suffering the most.” “He was an Army veteran with PTSD; he took his life on July 15, 2020. The worst […]
State Land Auction finished but you can still redeem or purchase tax-delinquent property
A recent public auction of tax-delinquent properties across Saline, Grant, Hot Spring, and Perry counties generated nearly $1.4 million in total sales, according to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands office. The regional auction drew 142 registered bidders who purchased 231 parcels, returning delinquent properties to active local tax rolls. Read more below. What already […]
Annual ‘The Beat Goes On’ 5K Sept 19th to support new hospital food pantry
Community members, runners, and families can register for the annual “The Beat Goes On” 5K, returning to Benton on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. Proceeds from the 5K will directly benefit Saline Memorial Hospital’s new “Food is Medicine” Choice Pantry to support health and nutrition across Saline County. Read more below. The annual 5K event, hosted […]
Recycle Saline to hold drop-off event Oct 3rd for tires, electronics, and plastics
Recycle Saline is hosting its monthly Saturday recycling drop-off event on Oct. 3rd, allowing local residents to easily dispose of household recyclables, electronics, and tires. The special weekend collection will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the organization’s main collection facility. Read more below. The event is held at the Recycle Saline […]
Benton committees to review Southwest Trail land swap, police drone contract, and park upgrades Sept. 15
Multiple Benton City Council committees will convene on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, to consider a packed agenda featuring a proposed land swap for the Southwest Trail development, a new police drone contract, and several major city equipment and park purchases. The public meetings are scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at […]
Free Mix & Mingle Sept 24th to feature ‘Fit & Fabulous’ fashion show at Saline Memorial
The Benton Area Chamber of Commerce and Saline Health System will host a free Mix & Mingle community event on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, at Saline Memorial Hospital. The drop-in gathering will highlight a “Fit & Fabulous” fashion show featuring patients from Saline Health System’s weight-loss program walking the runway to share their personal transformations. […]
Live music, 100 vendors, food, kid zone & more at 52nd annual Old Fashioned Day, Oct 10th
Live music, kid zone, 100 vendors, food trucks, vintage tractors, talent show and more will be at the 52nd Annual Old Fashioned Day in downtown Benton. Plan on coming to the Saline County Courthouse Square on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Read more below. With free admission, the event will […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at Whole Hog Wednesday September 16th at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their September Luncheon at Whole Hog in Bryant, Wednesday, September 16th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Come ready to chat and make some new friends! Luncheon Details: – Lunch is Dutch Treat: just order and pay your meal. – Don’t forget […]
Benton Middle School Library awarded $3,500 grant to modernize book collection
Benton Middle School has received a $3,500 Youth Literacy Grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to refresh and modernize its library collection for the school’s nearly 800 students. Read more below. Benton Middle School was selected as one of only 28 organizations in Arkansas to receive funding from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation during this […]