Benton Mayor Tom Farmer, along with city staff and local clergy people, are coming together with the community to create a wall of prayer. Beginning on Friday, April 17th, there will be a lattice wall under the pavilion at the downtown Benton Farmers Market (map). The idea is to coordinate with the National Day of […]
WOW presents live streaming series StrongHER: A Series on Well-Being, on Fridays
Womens Own Worth (WOW) will be live streaming a new series called StrongHER to help those who may be experiencing stress, depression, or anxiety during a time of crisis. These are weekly sessions at 2 p.m. on Fridays, focused on bringing viewers a more positive purpose and healthier well-being. These events are free and you […]
Benton’s CADC office offering free wi-fi for school or work use
The Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) is reaching out to the community that may need internet service to complete school work or telecommute for work. “As a community action agency, it is our duty at times like this to really adapt to the needs of our communities,” Randy Morris, the CEO of CADC stated. “We […]
Chalk, Bears, Eggs & Cars – A social gathering from afar
We have some great things that you can do this weekend – involving chalk, bears, eggs and your car – to beat the boredom of quarantine. MySaline has a page that is normally packed with events, especially in Spring, but the pandemic of COVID-19 has caused nearly everything to be cancelled or rescheduled. However, we […]
AAA Cancels All Spring Sports Due to COVID-19
There will be no Spring Sports in 2020 for Arkansas students, according to a statement that Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) published on their website on Thursday, April 9th. That statement with the details follows: After multiple conversations with the Arkansas Department of Health, the Governor’s Office, the Arkansas Department of Education, and with the announcement […]
Downtown Benton Farmers Market not opening yet, but you can contact vendors with this list
The Farmers Market in historic downtown Benton normally begins its annual open season in the Spring. In 2020, due to the pandemic, the schedule is uncertain. However, the farmers and other vendors still have things for sale, and if you would like to contact them, we’ve made a list for you below. Artistic Creations, 501-303-8304, […]
Recycle Saline cancels April Meeting, Shredding Event & Fashion Bash
Due to current circumstances with Covid-19 and the guidelines for social distancing, Recycle Saline has decided to cancel all April 2020 Events. Below is a list of the April events that will be canceled. April 15, 2020 – Saline County RSWMD Board Meeting April 18, 2020– Electronic & Paper Shredding event scheduled to be held […]
State Parks – What’s Open, What’s Not and How They are Cleaning for COVID-19
At this time, all Arkansas State Parks remain available to visitors in a limited capacity during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Below is a breakdown of What is open, limited or closed Specific park info How state parks are dealing with COVID-19. What is open: Day use areas, such trails used for hiking, mountain biking, […]
Saline County Library Closing Indefinitely for In-Person Customers
The Library is staying closed indefinitely. At first it was restricted access and then closed until March 30th, but now… it’s wait and see. The Saline County Library board voted to remain closed for the safety of the community and will announce a reopening date when they have a clear idea of the safest time, […]
Small Businesses – See the Checklist for Emergency Loans Through the CARES Act
The Benton Chamber is continuously looking through programs to help small businesses in this time of pandemic. Please refer to www.bentonchamber.com for this information. Last week, the United States Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act that allocated $350 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed during this pandemic and to […]
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