Parkway Drug officially opened its doors Monday, establishing a new independent pharmaceutical option along the Bryant Parkway corridor. The 3,600-square-foot facility, located at 4707 Bryant Parkway, Alexander, was constructed to provide prescription services and patient consultations to residents in Bryant and surrounding Saline County. Read more below. The new pharmacy sits on a two-acre […]
How the Ball Bounces with Bekka: It’s a Trap
For as long as I can remember, I’ve told my kids the same thing. “Don’t grow up…” “…it’s a trap.” They usually roll their eyes. Oliver has started doing it too. And honestly, I don’t blame them. Because from a kid’s perspective, adulthood looks pretty great. You get to do all the fun “big kid” stuff and you […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at Lost Pizza Wednesday August 19th at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their July Luncheon at Lost Pizza Company in Benton, Wednesday, August 19th 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 […]
Saline Home Builders to Host Annual “Fore the Builders” Golf Tournament Sept 17th
The Saline Home Builders Association is preparing to host its 2026 “Fore the Builders” Golf Tournament on Thursday, Sept. 17, at the Hurricane Golf & Country Club. The upcoming community event features two separate flights, meals for participants, and various prize opportunities. Read more below. The tournament will host two scheduled flights for teams. Morning […]
Police narrative reveals murder victim from Saline County recorded his own death on cell phone
UPDATE AUG 12, 2026 EARLIER: JUL 15, 2026 Chilling details have emerged in the capital murder case with suspects Yudith Cicard Reyes and Luis Felipe Reyes-Isabel of Saline County, Arkansas. Court records reveal that the victim, Jose Miguel Quiroz-Mata, recorded his own fatal shooting on his cell phone. Read more below. Quiroz-Mata, age 44, was […]
Habitat for Humanity will host 2nd annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Oct 15th
Habitat for Humanity will present their second annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. This fun fundraiser will have dinner and a show, along with pre-show hors d’oevres. There will also be a silent and live auction, and casino games. Sponsored by Ridout Lumber Company and Saline County Home Builders Association, the event is set for […]
Bryant Parks Committee to to hold regular meeting August 11th to Present Mid Year Financials and Aquatics Annual Report
The regular monthly Bryant Parks Committee will meet Tuesday, August 11th. This meeting is open to the public and Bryant residents are encouraged to attend. The meeting will begin at 6:00 PM and is held at the Bishop Park Administration Building – Conference Room. Bryant Parks Committee Bishop Park Administration Building – Conference Room […]
How the Ball Bounces with Bekka: Nobody Wins the First Practice
Back to school has always been one of my favorite times of the year. While it marks the first official end of summer – something I don’t necessarily relish – it also brings around a whole world of new beginnings. New shoes. New Outfits. New Backpacks. The anticipation of a new school year. But […]
Teen charged after shooting leaves man in critical condition in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood
A male teen has been arrested and charged with first-degree battery following an early morning shooting in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood that left a victim in critical condition. Police have taken the suspect into custody and are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident on William Lane. Read more below. The suspect, identified as […]
Municipal candidate filing finishes with 41 unopposed seats, lots of challengers for others
Municipal candidates are finished filing to run for office, and the August 5th deadline has passed. Several offices drew challengers, particularly in the City of Benton. However there are 41 candidates who managed to file unopposed, and they have all but won the election already. Correction 08/07/26: There was a candidate mistakenly listed for Alexander […]