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October 10, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Union Cavalry in NWA, Porgy & Bess, Spiro Agnew, ‘Good Vibrations,’ more, in MySaline’s Daily History October 10th

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Saline County, Arkansas No well-documented Saline County event specifically dated October 10 was found in today’s research. Arkansas 1863 — Union cavalry operating in northeastern Arkansas continued its movements during the Buckskull expedition. Federal troops had been moving through Lawrence County in search of Confederate guerrillas and encountered resistance on October 10. Read more at: […]

October 9, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Bryant High School 2026 Homecoming Court announced ahead of Oct. 23 game vs. Cabot

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Bryant High School has officially named the 13 students selected by their peers to represent the 2026 Homecoming Court during festivities scheduled for Friday, Oct. 23, at Hornet Stadium. The evening celebration will feature the presentation of the court, the crowning of the 2026 Homecoming Queen, and a varsity football matchup against the Cabot Panthers. […]

October 9, 2026 By Bekka Wilkerson

Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas October 9th

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If you would like to have a full obituary published with pictures, click here to get started: www.mysaline.com/submit-obits Christopher Michael New Christopher Michael New, born October 12, 1973, at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away October 5, 2026, following a brief illness. Christopher was the son of Kennie Sue Bailey Birch and […]

October 9, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Property Tax deadline Oct 15th – Learn the “cheat code” for helping with animals, storms & the jail

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The Saline County Collector’s Office is reminding property owners that the deadline to pay 2025 personal property and real estate taxes is Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. County Collector Jennifer Carter urged taxpayers to submit payments on time to avoid late penalties and support local public services. Read more below. State law mandates that all tax […]

October 9, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Union Reaches Clarksville; also Yale, Peter the Great, Strawberry Fields in MySaline’s Daily History October 9th

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Saline County, Arkansas No well-documented Saline County event specifically dated October 9 was found in today’s research. Arkansas 1863 — Union forces continued their reconnaissance from Little Rock toward Monticello and Mount Elba. Federal cavalry under Colonel William A. Ritter returned to Pine Bluff on October 9 after searching the countryside for Confederate forces and […]

October 8, 2026 By Shelli Poole

See the list of Ballot Issues & Candidates in the 2026 General Election

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The following are Ballot Issues and Candidates for races touching Saline County, Arkansas. There are five proposed ballot issues: Issue No. 1: A proposed constitutional amendment titled “The Citizens Only Voting Amendment,” specifying that only U.S. citizens meeting elector qualifications under the Arkansas Constitution may vote in state or local elections. Issue No. 2: A […]

October 8, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Mexican-American War, KOKY Radio 1st Day, Microwave Oven Invented : MySaline’s Daily History October 8th

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Saline County, Arkansas No well-documented Saline County event specifically dated October 8 was found in today’s research. Arkansas 1846 — Arkansas troops cross the Rio Grande during the Mexican-American War. Arkansas soldiers serving under General John E. Wool crossed the Rio Grande into Mexico on October 8 as part of the Army of the Center. […]

October 8, 2026 By Bekka Wilkerson

Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas October 8th

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If you would like to have a full obituary published with pictures, click here to get started: www.mysaline.com/submit-obits No additional Saline County Obituaries were available for Thursday, October 8th, 2026. Check back tomorrow for updates or click the link below for previous days postings. READ MORE OBITUARIES BELOW If you would like to have a […]

October 7, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Saline County Planning Meeting Oct 8: Private school eyes Hwy 70 after rejected Benton site

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The Saline County Planning Board will consider a site plan on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, for a proposed private school along U.S. Highway 70. This is the same educational project that previously sought to build near Interstate 30’s Exit 114 across from Buc-ee’s in Benton. The application, submitted by Hope Consulting, comes after months of […]

October 7, 2026 By Shelli Poole

Old Fashioned Day returns to Benton Oct 10 with 125 vendors, contests, mechanical bull & Copper Flats

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Downtown Benton will host the 52nd annual Old Fashioned Day on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026, bringing more than 125 craft vendors, live entertainment, and family activities to the Saline County Courthouse grounds. Celebrating this year’s theme, “Stars, Stripes & Small-Town Vibes,” the free festival runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and benefits Senior Citizen […]