Due to the predicted weather forecast for this evening, Bryant Summer Nights has been cancelled for tonight, according to the organizers, the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce. They posted on social media that the heavy rain preceding the event created a concern for the setup process for entertainment, inflatables, vendors, and others. The good news […]
7 Brew, Tru Hotel coming to Benton; June 2nd meeting eyes annexing Dobbs Creek, designating neighborhoods
The Benton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its next public meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. inside the City Hall Council Chambers. They will consider requests from new businesses, neighborhoods, and rules about neighborhoods. The June agenda is listed below, but first, here’s a recap from the May 5th meeting. At […]
Harmony Grove & Career Campus Grad Awarded National Technical Honor Society Scholarship
A local graduate’s outstanding performance in career and technical education has earned him a prestigious national honor. Daxton Eddy, a recent graduate of Harmony Grove High School and the Saline County Career Technical Campus (SCCTC), was recently awarded the $1,000 Jon H. Poteat Scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). Eddy was a standout […]
Harmony Grove athlete awarded $2,000 scholarship from local businesses
A local student-athlete from Harmony Grove High School has been named a recipient of a prestigious statewide scholarship. Sierra Cottingham, a graduate of Harmony Grove, is one of four students chosen from a pool of more than 75 applicants across Arkansas to receive the 2026 Rock City Running and Kinco Constructors Student-Athlete Scholarship. Cottingham will […]
An orthodontist, fireworks & subdivisions – Bryant to meet May 28th to consider developments
The Bryant Development and Review Committee will meet to consider a range of properties, including fireworks stands, an orthodontist and several subdivisions. The meeting begins at at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the Bishop Park Administration Building conference room. Read more below. AGENDA: Bryant Development and Review Committee Meeting Boswell Municipal Complex – […]
FBI to brief Benton businesses on emerging “Nihilistic Violent Extremism” threat June 11th
The Benton Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that a Special Agent from the FBI’s Little Rock Field Office will headline its upcoming member luncheon on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The presentation, titled “Nihilistic Violent Extremism: Understanding the Threat,” will focus on an emerging safety issue characterized by individuals or groups who encourage and glorify […]
Mid-Town Plumbing Acquires Bain Heat & Air
Two of Central Arkansas’ prominent home service providers are joining forces, as Benton-based Mid-Town Plumbing announced Wednesday the acquisition of local HVAC competitor Bain Heat & Air. Read more below. The strategic merger unites the two organizations into a single residential and commercial service operation covering the broader Central Arkansas region. Financial terms of the […]
Outdoor RC racing track “I-30 RC Speed Bowl” brings high-speed sport to Bryant
A new sporting venue is bringing the fast-paced, high-energy world of radio-controlled racing to Saline County. I-30 RC Speed Bowl, located in Bryant, is officially open for the season, offering a dedicated space for both seasoned remote-control drivers and curious newcomers to test their skills on the track. Read more below. The track is the […]
Ladies: Come Lunch, Laugh, and Network at TaMolly’s Wednesday May 20th at LOL Luncheon
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – will host their May Luncheon at TaMolly’s in Bryant, Wednesday, May 20th 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 […]
Wright’s, Rina’s, Buc-ee’s & Boone/Alcoa Property- MySaline’s Business Update May 13, 2026
Occasionally there’s a lot of news at once, so we just pop it all into one article. Hopefully this will answer some questions you’ve been having about local business developments like Wright’s Barbecue, Buc-ee’s Travel Center, Rina’s Kitchen and the new development at Boone and Alcoa Roads. Read more below. First off, MySaline has a […]