The 2nd Annual Saline County Pridefest is set for Saturday, October 14th. Come to Tyndall Park in Benton for a day of shopping and fun. The event is from 12 – 5 p.m. outdoors. If you’d like to be a vendor, the fee is $25 or for non-profits, it’s $15. The spaces are 10×10 feet. […]
Great Grandson tells the history of downtown Benton’s Smith-Caldwell Drugstore
After the sudden closing of Smith-Caldwell Drugstore on August 17, 2023, nostalgia grew for the years past with the historic pharmacy, soda fountain, boutique and registry. Mark Smith of Benton, Arkansas was gracious to share his account of the history of his family’s Smith-Caldwell Drugstore: With all the talk of the recent closing of Smith-Caldwell, my […]
Nominate someone now for Benton Mayor’s SALT award
Submit someone in Benton for the Mayor’s SALT award. The City of Benton announced an award to recognize a citizen in the community. SALT stand for Service, Advocacy, Leadership and Together. Service – This is a person in the Benton community who has tirelessly worked with and for the community to make Benton a better […]
Single Parents can apply now for these scholarships for Spring 2024
The Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) is accepting scholarship applications for the Spring 2024 semester through Oct. 15 at aspsf.org/applynow. Single parents enrolled at trade schools, community colleges, and universities can receive up to $1,600 in spring 2024 to help pay for expenses that get in the way of their education. This can […]
[PODCAST] – Five South podcast interviews the characters and history makers in Saline County – Listen here!
There’s a new podcast streaming and it’s put out by someone local that knows how to talk. Chris Treat is the Parks & Rec Director in Bryant, Arkansas, but that’s not really the topic of discussion on his show, “FIVE SOUTH.” Chris wants to get into the lives of people in Saline County and show […]
Hornets & Panthers – Make your appointment to compete in the Salt Bowl Blood Drive Aug 24th
Calling all Hornets and Panthers for the annual Salt Bowl blood drive. Every year, the two schools compete in football, but also in who can donate the most blood to ARKBI. Here are two donation events coming up on Thursday. You can use the link to make an appointment. The Bryant Community Salt Bowl Blood […]
LOL networking group to collect items for Humane Society of Saline County at Monthly Meeting August 16th
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – is having their next meeting on Wednesday, August 16th. The meeting starts at noon at Eat My Catfish in Benton. This month they will gather donations for the The Humane Society of Saline County. Requested items include the following: Paper Towels 39 Gallon […]
Beloved entertainer Cactus Vick is the subject of history presentation August 10th
Cactus Vick, entertainer of Arkansas children in the 1960s and ’70s will be the subject of the presentation on Thursday, August 10th at 7:00 p.m. Come to see his daughter, Angela Vick Hall, speak about him at the Saline County History & Heritage Society. The address is 123 North Market Street downtown Benton. His name […]
Be a background actor in this TV series filming in Benton
Act now! A TV production company is shooting a series for a couple more days in Benton and they need actors. The Agency Inc is hosting a casting call for background actors. This is a paid gig for Monday, July 31st and/or Tuesday, August 1st. If you are interested, and available, send a snapshot, along […]
Benton girl brings title of Royal International Preteen home from Florida competition
Congratulations are in order for a Saline County girl with a new crown. Amelia Lisowe, age 12, of Benton, won the title of Royal International Preteen at the Royal International Miss pageant in Orlando, Florida July 10-15. Lisowe competed with 37 others ages 11-13 from all over the world. Her categories were private interview, personal […]
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