A Benton Parks and Recreation employee was honored recently as 2024 Arkansas Swimming Age Group Coach of the Year, according to a statement released from Benton Parks and Recreation Director Stephanie Jones. READ MORE BELOW Adam Nelsen serves as the Aquatics Director for the City of Benton. He is a huge asset to the City […]
Bekka says it’s time to stop it. And stop it right now.
I’m angry and I’m absolutely fed up. There is an issue in the lives of our young people that supersedes anything else we are dealing with on a daily basis and it’s time we call out the elephant in the room and figure out what we, as individuals, as groups, and as a community are […]
Ron Stailey, 1954-2024 – Marine Veteran, Host of Benton’s “Tradio” Host, dies at age 70
James “Ron” Ronald Stailey, Sr., passed away on July 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, friendship, and dedication. Born on May 10, 1954, in North Little, AR, Ron lived a full life filled with adventure, selflessness, and camaraderie. After graduating from North Little Rock High school, and getting his Communications Degree at […]
Make an appointment for Saline County back-to-school immunization clinic Aug 16
The Saline County Health Unit, part of the Arkansas Department of Health, will host a vaccine clinic on August 16th for children going back to school. The hours will be 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. READ MORE BELOW Appointment slots are open now. Call 501-303-5650 to get on the schedule. They are offering all required […]
ARDOT to close Interstate 30 Ramp Wednesday in Benton
Construction to widen Interstate 30 (I-30) to six lanes in Saline County requires the closure of the South Street on-ramp to I-30 westbound in Benton from 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 through 6 a.m. Thursday, July 18. See the detour map below, provided by ARDOT. Weather permitting, crews will close the ramp to allow traffic […]
Obituary – Former Benton Mayor Richard “Rick” Stephen Holland dies July 15, 2024
Richard Stephen Holland, 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Rick was born in Benton, Arkansas, on October 17, 1954. Born to the late Bernard Worth Holland and Gracie Duncan Holland, Rick is predeceased by his parents and his brother George Holland. He is survived by his beloved wife […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at Lost Pizza TODAY at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their July Luncheon at Blue Heaven TODAY, Wednesday, July 17th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. This month they are also collecting non-perishable food items to share with local food pantries. This month’s speaker is Kris Boulton from the Saline County […]
CANCELLED FOR 2024 – Saline County Pride sets October 5th as date for 3rd annual fest in Benton
The 3rd Annual Saline County Pridefest HAS BEEN CANCELLED for Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Benton. READ MORE BELOW Come to Tyndall Park for a day of shopping and fun. The festival is has live entertainment, unique vendors and a variety of food and drink vendors. Saline County Pride Fest celebrates the local LGBTQ+ community. […]
Bekka Invites you to Meet Her in St. Louie
The perks of being a nonprofit organization are usually more altruistic than anything else, but every now and then there are some little added bonus exceptions. For example, last year I was able to write a grant for The EMpact One Foundation with the St. Louis Cardinals charitable giving foundation known as Cardinals Care that […]
Learn about 7 historic Saline County buildings at Gann Museum’s exhibit beginning June 13th
The Gann Museum of Saline County will open a new exhibit on Thursday, June 13, 2024. “Building History” features seven historic buildings in Benton, Bryant, and Bauxite. The Saline County Courthouse is one of them. The other six buildings serve completely different functions. SCROLL DOWN 👇 TO READ MORE The exhibit includes: • Saline County […]
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