MySaline proudly announces the Official Nominees List for the 2026 Saline County Favorites! NOMINEES If you’re a Nominee, fill out this form so we can contact you if you win! CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT NOMINEES FORM CORRECTIONS If you need to correct us on a spelling or a wrong category choice, please email [email protected] […]
State leaders to attend opening of new nursing and rehab facility in Benton
The Arkansas Health Care Association will host a grand opening celebration for the newly constructed Willow Ridge Nursing and Rehab facility in Benton on Thursday, July 2. The event will welcome the community to the new center and feature appearances by several state officials. The celebration will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. […]
City of Benton announces more details for Buc-ee’s grand opening August 17th
The City of Benton has officially confirmed the long-awaited grand opening details of its new Buc-ee’s Travel Center. Read more below. GRAND OPENING The popular convenience store chain will open its doors to the public on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 at 6 a.m. at the new location, 1400 Highway 229 in Benton. At 10:00 a.m., […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at Rookh Italian and Indian Restaurant Wednesday July 15th at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their July Luncheon at Rookh Italian and Indian Restaurant, Wednesday, July 15th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Come ready to chat and make some new friends! Luncheon Details: – Lunch is Dutch Treat: just order and pay your meal. – Don’t […]
CORRECTION – Benton to Consider Grants, and New Rezoning Ordinances at June 22 Meeting
The Benton City Council will consider multiple grant applications, and rezoning ordinances during its upcoming regular meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026. The evening will begin with a 5:30 p.m. agenda session at Benton City Hall, followed immediately by the formal council meeting. BENTON CITY COUNCIL AGENDA June 22, 2026 5:30 P.M. Agenda Meeting COUNCIL […]
Bryant agenda June 18th includes a Church, Dispensary, Fireworks, and Titles
The Bryant Development and Review Committee will meet Thursday, June 18, 2026, to consider multiple permits for seasonal firework stands and a new building expansion for First Baptist Church. The meeting begins at 9:00 AM at the Boswell Municipal Complex City Hall Conference Room, located at 210 SW 3rd Street, and remains open to the […]
Bryant Chamber urges City to stop Greyhound bus service at gas station, citing passenger concerns
The Bryant Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors sent an official letter to Bryant Mayor Chris Treat this week, requesting that the city help terminate Greyhound bus operations at a local fuel station. Chamber officials cite a severe increase in loitering, panhandling, and other nefarious activities reported by nearby business owners as the primary […]
Battle of the Bands: 6 local bands to compete for Cash and Third Thursday gig
Six local musical acts will compete for hundreds of dollars in cash prizes at the upcoming Retro Rose Battle of the Bands in downtown Benton. The two-day event will determine which two bands advance to perform on the main stage during the city’s popular Third Thursday event in July. See below for more info, […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at Riverside Grocery Wednesday June 17th at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their June Luncheon at Riverside Grocery, Wednesday, June 17th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Come ready to chat and make some new friends! Luncheon Details: – Lunch is Dutch Treat: just order and pay your meal. – Don’t forget to bring […]
Bryant Chamber President Shane Knight announces resignation, new job
Shane Knight, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce, has formally announced his resignation after leading the business organization for the past 27 months. In an official letter distributed to the Chamber’s Board of Directors and general membership on June 4, 2026, Knight confirmed that his final day serving […]