UPDATE June 1, 2021 The Benton School Board met Tuesday night June 1st to discuss staff bonuses. Board Directors accepted $1500 bonus proposals from certified and classified staff as presented by a group, including the Certified Personnel Policies Committee (PPC) Chair, Melissa Hilson; and the Classified Personnel Policies Committee (CPPC) Chair, Brian Lowrance. Dr. Mike […]
Benton School Board special lunch meeting May 25th to discuss use of Relief funds
The Benton School Board will hold a special meeting Tuesday, May 25, 11:30 a.m. to discuss how best to use the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Funds. The meeting will be located at the Chenault Administration Building, 207 W. Conway Street, Benton, AR 72015.
IRS says those living homeless can apply for stimulus payments
Are you living homeless and have not gotten a stimulus check (Economic Impact Payment) from the US government? Or do you know someone like this? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is trying to reach individuals who do not normally file a tax return because they do not have enough income requiring them to file. […]
DHS launches programs for Arkansans to apply for rent relief
The Arkansas Department of Human Services launched the new Arkansas Rent Relief Program this week to offer rent and utility help to eligible Arkansans. With the support of the Governor and State Legislature, DHS will give financial help to eligible renters who are unable to pay upcoming rent and utilities or who have overdue rent […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: 5 Ways to Buy a Home That Won’t Bust Your Budget
5 Ways to Buy a Home That Won’t Bust Your Budget Buying a house is one of the most significant financial decisions of your life. Many first-time buyers believe such a decision involves going “all-in.” Buying a house does not mean you have to overextend your finances. There are many ways that you can buy […]
Learn about Benton’s proposed A&P tax; then attend public meeting May 17th – Video Interview, Project Pictures, Laws, Misinformation
The City of Benton will hold a third public hearing in an effort to inform the public and encourage involvement with the proposal for a new Advertising and Promotions tax (A&P tax). This would be a City ordinance to establish a 1.5% sales tax on hospitality businesses in the city limits of Benton, Arkansas, to […]
Benton PD says fake money found in use locally
There has been an increase in counterfeit money passed as payment in the city of Benton, according to Benton Police Department. Here are photos (above and below) of what they have recently found being used. These particular twenty dollar bills are made for use in motion pictures. If you come in contact with any kind […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: Does Your Buyer’s Agent Have You Covered?
Does Your Buyer’s Agent Have You Covered? Buying a house is a complicated process no matter how many times you’ve done it, but the right real estate agent can make life much easier. Any buyer’s agent can tell you that they’ll have you covered, but the best agents will earn your business by showing it. […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: The Truth About Selling a Home “As Is”
The Truth About Selling a Home “As Is” Selling a home “as is” is often viewed as a convenient option for homeowners who are looking to move on from a particular property. In some cases, the seller wants to transact quickly or may not have the financial resources available to make the repairs. Selling a home as is […]
Deadline extended to May 1st on these two scholarships for Bauxite students
Two local groups are opening applications to award scholarships to Bauxite students. The Bauxite Old Timers and the Bauxite Class of 1965 will each award a $2,000 scholarship to a student due to graduate in the class of 2021. (Scroll down to read more.) Requirements for the two scholarships are almost identical. Recipients must: Be […]
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