Onsite vs Online Learning: How will most people attend school in 2020-21? Three weeks ago, on July 9th, Ark. Governor Asa Hutchinson announced that the 2020-21 school year will begin the week of August 24, and no later than August 26. This Thursday, school districts in Saline County have begun releasing calendars for the upcoming […]
Locals to volunteer homeschool knowledge in video call July 19th to help other parents
Parents, if you’re considering doing homeschooling with your children, there is the opportunity to participate in a video conference with other parents who have lots of experience in this area. A group of local parents are volunteering to share their knowledge to help others navigate the upcoming school year. Carla Hardwick, one of the organizing […]
Boys & Girls Club to host 4th Annual 50’s Swinging Summer Bash and Car Show Aug 15th
The Boys and Girls Club of Saline County will host the 50’s Swinging Summer Bash and Car Show to benefit the Cedar Mountain Club in Hot Springs Village. Come out on August 15th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for for classic cars, food, swinging tunes and vendor booths. Face masks are recommended and the […]
Royal Theatre presents Vintage in concert, a live & streaming benefit for renovations
The Royal Theatre will host the live concert and streaming debut performance of Vintage, a local rock band that covers tunes from the 70s to the present. The concert will be held on July 19th at 7:00 p.m. with limited seating and an option for livestreaming. Proceeds from the event will go to assist the […]
Anna’s Avenue – Two opportunities for youth to pursue music learning in a pandemic
The longer days and freedom from school that summer brings makes this season the perfect time for kids and teens to broaden their horizons and explore new hobbies–like picking up a musical instrument! But how has the pandemic affected music opportunities in Saline County? And what can one expect when signing up for music lessons […]
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 […]
Royal Theatre members not taking a break during pandemic
You’ve heard the phrase “the show must go on” – well if the Royal Players and Young Players community theater members in historic downtown Benton were able to produce shows at this time, they certainly would. But there is still a lot of activity in and around the Royal Theatre where they normally perform. The […]
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 […]
Summer reading nets brain benefits and prizes
The Saline County Library is offering a virtual Summer Reading program this summer through BeanStack, and participants can register for challenges based on their ages all summer. Remember, you get prizes based on how many days you read. For example, if you sign up on July 15th, you will only have time to receive the […]
Amber Alert: Infant Girl with African American Male Age 27
The West Memphis Police Department has requested activation of a Arkansas AMBER Alert. Point of contact for additional information is Det. Matt Jarrett who can be contacted by calling (870) 732-7525. Majesty McClanton Age and/or DOB: 12/1/2019 Missing Date: 6/23/2020 Missing Time: 11:45 am Missing from City: West Memphis Missing from County: Crittenden Sex: Female Race: Black Height: Unknown Weight: Unknown Hair: Unknown Eyes: Unknown Complexion is described as: Unknown […]
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