The Saline County Fair Association announces the launch of a $300,000 restoration campaign after a severe winter storm in January caused extensive damage to the Saline County Fairgrounds, threatening key events including the annual fair and rodeo. Read more below. Association leaders say the storm destroyed or heavily damaged multiple core facilities, including the rodeo […]
Benton Police detain suspects after gunfire reported off Salem Road
Benton Police responded to reports of gunfire Tuesday morning in a residential area and detained all individuals believed to be involved within about 30 minutes, according to authorities. Officers were called to the area of Kimberly Drive and Rolla Road around 10:40 a.m. on April 28 after multiple callers reported hearing repeated gunshots and seeing […]
Benton Softball and Baseball look to stay consistent approaching final stretch of the season
BTown Sports Network breaks down the week in 2026 Benton Panthers Baseball & Softball. The Lady Panthers stay dominant as they have all season. They started a doubleheader off with a 16-0 win and a 15-0 over Mount St. Mary’s. With the doubleheader, Audrey Digiovanna was perfect from the plate going 4-4 with 6 RBI. […]
Benton Mayor recuses himself before Council votes down rezoning request for Christian school
Normally a ten-person group of elected officials, Benton City Council filled one vacant position this week and still only had nine votes available in their regular meeting on April 27th. An organization looking to build a private school off Interstate 30’s Exit 114 asked for a change that ended up taking away one council member’s […]
Kids Shoot Free at “Jake’s Day” Outdoor Event in Hot Springs on May 30
Families across Central Arkansas are invited to enjoy a free, fun-filled day outdoors at Jake’s Day, hosted by the Central Arkansas chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). The event will take place Friday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Smoke N’ Chips Clay Shooting Park, located at 451 10 Mile […]
How the Ball Bounces with Bekka: We Need to Talk About the Stands
Alright… I’m just going to say it. The stands have gotten a little out of control. Not always. Not everywhere. But enough that if you’ve been to a few games this season, you know exactly what I’m talking about. And before anyone gets defensive — I’m including myself in this conversation. Because once you’ve been […]
Plenty on Benton Council agenda April 27th for new member Slaughter’s first meeting
The Benton City Council will meet Monday, April 27 at City Hall, marking the first regular meeting for newly appointed council member Chad Slaughter. Slaughter will represent Ward 3, Position 1, filling the remainder of the term previously held by Bill Donnor, who passed away in February. Donnor’s term was set to run through the […]
Benton officer stops to help but finds woman with warrant in infant death case
A traffic stop in Benton resulted in the arrest of a Little Rock woman already facing a first-degree murder charge connected to the death of an infant, according to authorities. READ MORE BELOW The Benton Police Department reported that Officer Wilfong discovered a vehicle stopped in the roadway with hazard lights activated near Carpenter […]
Tom Farmer announces he seeks to continue service as Benton mayor
Benton Mayor Tom Farmer announced on April 22, 2026 he plans to seek re-election in 2026. Read his full campaign announcement below. All candidate announcements are their own words. Mayor Tom Farmer considers his job as mayor of Benton to be one of service and he hopes to continue serving residents of Benton moving forward, […]
Lamont Cornwell Announces Campaign for Benton City Council, Ward 5
Benton resident Lamont Cornwell announced on April 22, 2026 his intent to run for the office of City Council. Read his full campaign announcement below. All candidate announcements are their own words. Lamont Cornwell, a veteran economic development leader and former state legislator, has officially announced his campaign for Benton City Council, Ward 5, in […]
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