Thanks to Ken Yang for this report: Arkansas COVID-19 Update for THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2020. Please Continue Being Safe and Practicing Social Distancing. Education announcements today! There are currently 26,052 cases (up 806) • 110 out of 806 in correctional facilities • 5,751 active cases (131 nursing homes, 444 correctional facilities, 5,176 community) • Of […]
If you’re wondering how you’re going to handle school this Fall, Connect Academy for Children has the solution!
If you’re wondering how you’re going to handle school this Fall, Connect Academy for Children has the solution! Choosing Virtual doesn’t mean your child has to be stuck behind a computer screen, all alone for the entire school year. And, it doesn’t mean you have to make a choice between your child’s academic success, social […]
City of Bryant to Host 4th of July Pops In the Park
Join the City of Bryant and the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce for July 4th Fireworks and Food trucks at 6:00 p.m. at Bishop Park! The event will have free admission and parking. Don’t forget to bring your blankets & chairs or watch from your car. **Please remember to social distance** Seating will be available […]
Back to School Survey: Answer 7 Questions About Home or Virtual Learning and See Everyone’s Results
Fill out the survey below and then you can look at everyone else’s answers. The 2020-2021 school year will be like no other we’ve experienced, with a pandemic causing every parent to make decisions about where exactly their child or children will be sitting during educational time. Internet and transportation are big issues as well […]
Blood Drive in Benton July 2nd includes free Covid-19 Antibody test for adults + shirt and Magic Springs ticket
The Benton Event Center will host a blood drive in their Banquet Hall on Thursday, July 2nd from 10:00am-5:00pm.  Donors 18+ can receive a free COVID-19 antibody test. Plus, all donors will receive a free t-shirt, one free entry to Magic Springs Theme and Water Park & entry to win a $250 gas card courtesy of Big Red […]
Feedback from Local Students Shows the Impact of Quarantine on Their Mental Health
Survey data shows COVID-19 has, without a doubt, had a major impact on the youth in our community. As directed by Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, school districts in Bauxite, Benton, Bryant, and Harmony Grove closed for classes in mid-March to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Saline County. Students transitioned to Alternate Method of Instruction […]
Club in Bryant addresses lack of diversity in advertisement; plans to pull it
A billboard in Bryant is causing a stir among the community, due to a lack of racial diversity. There is a new billboard image on Reynolds Road that shows five Caucasian football players in Bryant Hornets uniforms. The sign is a promotion for the Boys and Girls Club of Bryant. The Club issued a statement […]
Benton Parks and Recreation to Host Princess In The Park On June 27th
Benton Parks & Recreation will host Princess in the Park on Saturday, June 27th from 10:00am-12:00pm at Riverside Park. The cost is $25 for your little princess and activities include: 1. Choreographed dance performance 2. Interactive storybook reading 3. Song Performances 4. Dance and Etiquette Lessons 5. Princess Meet & Greet Contact Grant Watts to […]
FREE Food Drive-Thru June 15th at Benton Foursquare Church
Benton Foursquare is very excited to partner with the Federal Government, in cooperation with 180 Diaster Relief, Go Fresh, and local Foursquare Churches to offer our community Food Box deliveries! Their trailer will be bringing a delivery of produce, fruit and dairy, including milk. Please help us spread the word! Pick ups will begin Monday […]
Wednesday COVID Update: Phase 2 Begins June 15th But Keep Being Careful
Here are some Key Notes, Statistics, and Video for Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson’s news update on the COVID-19 pandemic, along with updates and guidance from Dr. Nate Smith, Secretary of Health. The governor began with some charts to show progress of the virus in the state, including some regional breakdown. Before making an announcement that […]
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