The Justice Department announced a federal push to reshape urban public safety on Wednesday, $300 million in grant money available. It’s called the “Model Cities Initiative” (MCI). Read more below. The program will select up to four U.S. cities to receive concentrated federal funding aimed at executing a “whole-of-city” approach to drastically reduce crime rates […]
Saline County students have until June 5th to apply for SCEA scholarship
Local students have an exclusive opportunity to secure financial aid for the upcoming school year as the Saline County Executive Association (SCEA) officially opens applications for its annual scholarship program. Read more below. Scholarship Details & Eligibility Requirements The SCEA scholarship is designed specifically to support Saline County residents pursuing higher education. To qualify, applicants […]
IHOP staff in Benton says location will close permanently in May
The International House of Pancakes (IHOP) restaurant in Benton is set to close its doors permanently later this spring, according to staff at the location. Employees stated the restaurant, at 17821 Interstate 30 in Benton, Arkansas, expects to have its final day of operation on May 24, 2026. A “for sale” sign has been placed on […]
Brothers Open Pizza Restaurant at Shopping Center in Bauxite
A new restaurant is open in the Bauxite Depot shopping center at 7076 Bauxite Hwy (Arkansas Hwy 183). They bring a favorite food – pizza – to the growing community. Brothers John and David Pettit opened Railway Pizza in Bauxite at the very left end of The Bauxite Depot. David told MySaline that the restaurant […]
Metroplan awards Benton & Bryant big grants for big grants for specific trails
Metroplan has awarded $1,675,000 in Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding to six projects across Central Arkansas, including over $600,000 trail projects in Benton and Bryant. Read more below. The Metroplan Board of Directors approved the funding as part of the federal Transportation Alternatives Program, which supports bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, multimodal safety improvements, and intersection […]
New indoor shooting range in Benton to offer training, safety, memberships… and silence outside the building
ORIGINAL ARTICLE FEB 10, 2026 UPDATE FEB 11, 2026 A former beloved costume shop is gone and a hotel and indoor shooting range will be built in its place. I spoke with the owner on Wednesday, and he shot me straight on everything that this new business will be. Read more and see the list […]
A larger Sonic restaurant is set to reopen in Benton; Now interviewing for several positions
We told you last Fall that the Sonic Drive-In location in Benton would be demolished and would rise again. Well it did fall and we have video, but we also have news about it coming back. Read more below. This location of Sonic, at 1703 Military Road in Benton, Arkansas, has been so popular that […]
Someone bought the winning Natural State Jackpot ticket worth $680,000; Sold in North Little Rock
Arkansas has another mystery winner of a big lottery prize – not as big as the amount that the anonymous Powerball® winner took home in January, but it would be a life-changing amount to many people. Read more below. One lucky Arkansas lottery player is holding a ticket worth $680,000, after the Natural State Jackpot […]
Letters: Alexander resident believes Mayor Herrmann unfairly criticized, although she is uncovering financial issues
An Alexander resident believes Alexander Mayor Crystal Herrmann has been unfairly criticized. Says she has worked with Legislative Audit office to uncover financial issues with City staff and elected officials. Submitted anonymously on November 20, 2025: Good morning, Shelli. I’m reaching out as a concerned taxpayer who is increasingly frustrated with the narrative that Mayor […]
Property Taxes in Saline County – Learn about the voluntary tax, 4 ways to pay, and the deadline
Have you paid your property taxes? The deadline to pay is Tuesday, October 15, 2026, and after that, there are penalties. The Saline County Tax Collector’s office are 4 ways to pay, including some extended hours for in-person payments. Read below to learn: What’s the Voluntary Tax? 4 Ways to Pay Deadline & Extended Hours […]
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