UPDATE OCT 25, 2023 If you’re wondering why the Crain RV & Motorsports businesses in Benton look empty right now, it’s because Crain is no longer there. They sold the land and property to another recreational vehicle company. According to the Saline County Assessor’s records, a company called FRHP Lincolnshire bought it. Records say they […]
One boutique leaves, another moves in; Downtown Benton businesses shuffle
It was the Summer of 2021 when a young woman, fresh out of college started a boutique in downtown Benton. Well, Willow & Grace will be leaving Main Street soon. But don’t worry, because they are going to be right around the corner at South Street. It’s been a few weeks since the previous shop […]
Sanders resigns from Bryant Chamber instead of taking hiatus to be mayor; Board seeks permanent CEO
MySaline reported last week that the Bryant Chamber is looking for an interim CEO. The article was correct at the time. But things have a way of changing… The Chamber Board issued a statement on Friday evening, October 6th, that says they are actually going to start looking for a permanent replacement. The first line […]
Local couple announces opening date for coffee shop in Alcoa area
UPDATE OCT 5, 2023 We’ve seen the Bryant location of this coffee shop open just a few months ago in April. In June, we knew there would be a second Saline County location of Scooter’s Coffee in Benton. The newest location will be at 1921 Arkansas Highway 5 North, at the intersection of Alcoa Road. […]
So close to opening – Here’s the update on the Benton/Bryant Whataburger
UPDATE OCT 3, 2023 Because Whataburger is now hiring managers and other staff, you may have seen an orange tent out in front of their location at 7250 Alcoa Road in Benton. They are currently doing open interviews in person from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. They plan on hiring around 140 staff members before opening. […]
Bryant Chamber Board works to replace CEO by Friday; Interim is 5 months
UPDATE OCT 3, 2023 Many in the Bryant area business community are curious who will be the interim CEO for the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce. We have more information today on the Chamber Board’s activities. But first, some background: How did we get here? Rhonda Sanders is taking a 5-month hiatus from the position […]
Saline Co Executive Association Hosting Fish Fundraiser for Scholarships October 19th
The Saline County Executive Association is teaming up with Riverside Grocery and Catering to host a lunchtime fundraiser to benefit the SCEA Scholarship Fund. The event will be held at First Security Bank in Benton (204 W. Carpenter Street) on October 19th from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm. Pre order your plate of fish and […]
Benton Planning Commission to discuss expanding subdivision Tuesday night.
The City of Benton Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, October 3, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 114 S. East St. This meeting’s agenda is as follows: PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023 6:00 PM Establish a Quorum/Call to Order Approve Minutes from September 5th, 2023 Planning & Zoning Meeting Board of Adjustments […]
Drive thru coffee shop to replace gas station in Benton
UPDATE SEPT 28, 2023 Anyone driving by on Military Road has likely noticed a landscape change since a few days ago. That’s when a building for the new 7 Brew dropped out of the sky. I was going to say “seemingly” dropped, but it was literally set in place by a crane, with the building […]
Mama B’s owner “spills the tea” on how this new Benton restaurant came to be
You might know Carolyn Fikes-Moody from growing up in Benton and Bryant, or you might have seen her managing the KFC restaurant in Benton. Maybe you know her through her two grown kids. She’s been working at the same KFC since forever because that fried chicken life has been passed down through generations. She went […]
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