Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE) have officially launched the Arkansas ACCESS Portal, a new universal application system designed to streamline the college admissions process for high school seniors across the state. The online platform allows students to apply to up to five participating higher education institutions using a single […]
Saline County to address new animal control ordinance and trail funding at August 17 meeting
The Saline County Quorum Court will meet on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, to vote on several key community issues, including the second reading of a comprehensive animal control ordinance and a resolution for new trail funding. The public meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. inside Courtroom #3 at the Saline County Courthouse. Read more below. […]
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 […]
Benton Street Committee to Discuss Current Project Updates August 11th
The City of Benton Street and Drainage Committee will be held on August 11, 2026 in Council Chambers at 5:00 pm, Immediately following the regular Parks Committee Meeting. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. Meeting Agenda City of Benton Streets and Drainage Committee Meeting August 11, 2026 […]
After 84 years,WWII soldier Billy Keele returns home to Arkansas for burial; Flags ordered at half staff
A World War II soldier who survived the Bataan Death March and died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp in 1942 will finally be laid to rest with full military honors this Friday at the Fort Smith National Cemetery. The long-awaited homecoming of Technician 5th Grade William Paul “Billy” Keele follows the federal identification […]
Saline County to discuss funding for Southwest Trail & boat safety patrols; Meeting August 3rd
Two Saline County Quorum Court committees will meet Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, to discuss several items. including funding for a new trailhead on the Southwest Trail and restructuring boating safety patrol funds. The Public Works and Safety Committee and the Finance Committee are scheduled to convene at 6 p.m. in Courtroom #3 of the […]
Bryant Water and Wastewater Committee to Meet August 4th
The Bryant Water and Wastewater Committee will meet August 4th to consider several items. See the full agenda below for details. This meeting begins at 6:00 PM and will be held at the Boswell Municipal Complex located at 210 SW 3rd Street in Bryant. All city council meetings are open to the public and […]
Tax-Free Weekend is August 1-2 in Arkansas; See the items that qualify
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced the details for the 2026 sales tax holiday, offering shoppers a chance to save on apparel, electronics, and essential back-to-school items. The 48-hour tax-free weekend will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and run through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. Read all of the […]
Bryant to consider business sign, furniture store addition, more; Meeting July 30th
Ashley Furniture is expanding, Andrew Hunters Woods subdivision asks for a replat, and the Take 5 Carwash has a new owner. Read more below. The Bryant Development and Review Committee will meet on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to review commercial and residential developments, including a final plat for a new Ashley Furniture location. The meeting […]
Property Values: What your letter from Saline County does and doesn’t mean
Saline County property owners recently received a “Notice of Real Estate Value Change” in the mail, prompting questions about potential tax increases. Trevor Villines, Communications Director for the County issued a statement to help owners understand the letter, why some values increased, and what it does and doesn’t mean. He also explains how property tax […]