Only a few sites in Arkansas will receive the Arkansas 250 Historical Marker, and Bauxite is one of them. And it’s the first unveiling ceremony. Read more below about the event. Read More Below The Saline County 250 Commission, in partnership with the Arkansas 250 Commission, will host From the Mines to the Frontlines on […]
Learn the history of the Southwest Trail in this program in Benton, Oct 9th
Join Saline County History & Heritage Society for the October program on the history and development of the Southwest Trail. The speaker will be historian Randy Hees. READ MORE BELOW COST Show your support for history by attending this presentation, and bring a friend. There’s no charge to attend, and guests are welcome. WHEN The […]
Saline County tax pays off Career Center 6 years early; Bond Burning Ceremony October 1st
Saline County residents are done paying for the Career Center and it’s time to torch the paperwork – literally. 🔥Read more below about the event. The Saline County Judge’s office issued a statement that there will be a Bond Burning Ceremony, on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Career Technical Campus. This […]
Learn the history of Rural Dale in Saline County as Steve Perdue presents on Sept 11th
Join Saline County History & Heritage Society (SCHHS) for the September program on Railroad History. READ MORE BELOW PROGRAM This program on Rural Dale will be presented by Steve Perdue. He’s an historian for Saline County. He’s also past president of SCHHS, former library director, and history teacher. The Rural Dale area has a rich […]
Bring a bell to ring at the DAR celebration of National Constitution Week; Ceremony Sept 17th at Courthouse
Daughters of the American Revolution plan to celebrate Constitution Week with bell ringing ceremony at the Veterans Memorial at the Saline County Courthouse on September 17th. Read more below. From September 17-23, 2025, communities throughout the nation will be celebrating the spirit and meaning of the United States Constitution. September 17, 1787 marks the anniversary […]
Coach Fite tells Tales of Rivalry in Saline County at history meeting Aug 14th
Join Saline County History & Heritage Society for the August program on “Salty Sports” – Tales of Rivalry in Saline County. Former State Senator and former Football Coach, Dwight Fight will speak to members of Saline County History & Heritage Society on Thursday. Read more below. It’s a tale of two teams. Actually several tales […]
Saline County Courthouse to get repairs to bell tower and more, with $137K AHPP grant
Grants are helping to preserve our Saline County Courthouse. Last year, it was the roof. This year, it’s a few things, including the bell tower. READ MORE BELOW Saline County has been awarded a $137,000 grant from the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program (AHPP) through the County Courthouse Restoration Grant program. This funding will support the […]
Saline County to fix up historic Downtown Benton building with grant money
An historic building in downtown Benton will soon get some needed love, thanks to a big grant. READ MORE BELOW Saline County has been awarded a $24,333.33 grant from the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program (AHPP) through the Option 2 Grant Program to fund the replacement of the roof on the historic Independent Order of Odd […]
Learn the history of Arkansas Government at this presentation on July 10th
Join Saline County History & Heritage Society for the July program on the History of Arkansas Government. READ MORE BELOW WHO Mark Kalkbrenner will give the presentation. He is a history teacher at AR Connections Academy, as well as a Saline County resident. WHEN The event is Thursday, July 10th, 2025. The program begins at […]
After 52 years of the Old River Bridge being out of operation, Saline County announces ribbon cutting June 24th
Saline County officials announced Friday afternoon that the ribbon cutting ceremony for the long-awaited restoration of the historic Old River Bridge will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Read more below. Located at the Saline River, the Old River Bridge first opened on July 15, 1891 and served travelers for decades […]
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