If you would like to have a full obituary published with pictures, click here to get started: www.mysaline.com/submit-obits Steven Bruce Gregory Steven Bruce Gregory, 96, of Benton, Arkansas, peacefully passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born in Mountainburg, Arkansas, on July 3, 1929, to Clarence and Betty Gregory. Steven lived a life defined […]
Convicted Saline County double-murderer Timothy Wallace seeks executive clemency from Arkansas governor
Timothy Wallace, a Saline County man convicted in 2007 of the double murder of his ex-wife and her acquaintance, is seeking executive clemency from the Governor of Arkansas. State authorities are currently accepting public feedback on the application ahead of a scheduled review by the Arkansas Parole Board. Read more below. The application for Executive […]
Teen charged after shooting leaves man in critical condition in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood
A male teen has been arrested and charged with first-degree battery following an early morning shooting in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood that left a victim in critical condition. Police have taken the suspect into custody and are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident on William Lane. Read more below. The suspect, identified as […]
Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas August 6th
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, August 6, 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 […]
Benton Police & Fire Unions give endorsement to Father for Mayor
Benton Mayor Tom Farmer has secured official endorsements from the city’s police and fire unions as he campaigns for a third term in the upcoming Nov. 3 election. The endorsements come in a period of public safety expansion, including new facilities, equipment upgrades, and increased staffing levels across both departments. Read more below. Farmer announced […]
Municipal candidate filing finishes with 41 unopposed seats, lots of challengers for others
Municipal candidates are finished filing to run for office, and the August 5th deadline has passed. Several offices drew challengers, particularly in the City of Benton. However there are 41 candidates who managed to file unopposed, and they have all but won the election already. Correction 08/07/26: There was a candidate mistakenly listed for Alexander […]
Update: Court records show arrested Shannon Hills officer has history of domestic abuse allegations
UPDATE: AUG 5, 2026 4:30PM ORIGINAL: AUG 4, 2026, 11AM Newly released police and court documents reveal that a Shannon Hills police officer arrested Tuesday on domestic assault charges has a history of prior domestic incidents involving the same victim dating back to 2021. Joaquin Silvestre Alvarado, 37, was placed on administrative leave after his […]
After 84 years,WWII soldier Billy Keele returns home to Arkansas for burial; Flags ordered at half staff
A World War II soldier who survived the Bataan Death March and died in a Japanese prisoner of war camp in 1942 will finally be laid to rest with full military honors this Friday at the Fort Smith National Cemetery. The long-awaited homecoming of Technician 5th Grade William Paul “Billy” Keele follows the federal identification […]
Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas August 5th
If you would like to have a full obituary published with pictures, click here to get started: www.mysaline.com/submit-obits William Ray Salyers William Ray Salyers, 78, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026. William was born on January 17, 1948 in War, West Virginia to Arvil and Virgie Salyers. He was a father, […]
Benton Parks Committee to discuss athletic field turf at August 11 meeting
The Benton Parks Committee will meet on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, to hold a discussion regarding athletic field turf, potentially signaling future upgrades to the city’s sports complexes. The session will begin at 5 p.m. at City Council Chambers, at 410 River Street. Read the agenda, along with the previous meeting’s minutes below. AGENDA – […]