Saline Health System welcomed the community to its Works of Heart art show on Feb. 26, celebrating American Heart Month while showcasing artwork created by local high school students. The event, held in the hospital atrium, featured heart-themed artwork submitted by students in grades 9–12. Community members attended the free event and participated by voting […]
Benton Parks to host Youth Fishing Spring Camps in March
Young anglers will have the chance to cast their lines and learn the basics of fishing during the 2026 Youth Fishing Spring Camp hosted by Benton Parks & Recreation. Read more below. The camp is offered in partnership with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and will feature two sessions: Session 1: March 9–13, 2026 […]
Metroplan awards Benton & Bryant big grants for big grants for specific trails
Metroplan has awarded $1,675,000 in Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding to six projects across Central Arkansas, including over $600,000 trail projects in Benton and Bryant. Read more below. The Metroplan Board of Directors approved the funding as part of the federal Transportation Alternatives Program, which supports bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, multimodal safety improvements, and intersection […]
9th Annual Wild Game Dinner Mar 14th features various foods, auctions & raffle
The 9th Annual Dale Mize Memorial Wild Game Dinner is Saturday, March 14, 2026. Come from 5-7 p.m. to the Christian Life Center. The entrance is on West Sevier Street. READ MORE BELOW The main attraction of the event are the unique dishes featuring wild game, in years past, booths have featured beaver, alligator, […]
McClendon’s Appliance closes it’s doors permanently; Owner retiring
McClendon’s Appliance Store has been in business since 1947. But owner Glen McClendon published a goodbye letter on Friday night February 27, 2026 – nearly 80 years later. Read more below. The store sold Firestone merchandise when it first opened, and in later years, they added to the lineup, with hardware and furniture, but ultimately, […]
Sign up now for the 2026 Saline River Canoe Race & Family Festival in Benton April 25th
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 […]
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