Submitted anonymously. To the Editor: I have been blessed to serve at the Benton Warming Center from the first time it opened, hosted by the Northside Church of Christ where everyone was welcomed with open arms into a warm, clean, safe place to stay. We are so fortunate to live in a community where our […]
Letters to the Editor: Saline County man says critic of sheriff candidate omitted info
By Carl S. of Saline County To the Editor: I’ve been following our local descent into madness also known as the Sheriff’s race and what I saw on Friday was the lowest of the low. We had a citizen who is also a candidate’s brother-in-law take to Facebook to share his “research” into another candidate, […]
Letters to the Editor: Benton man asks for investigation in Sheriff candidate’s handling of Boys on the Tracks evidence
By Charles Cross To the Editor, As a long-time Saline County resident and former law enforcement investigator, I am writing to express concern regarding public statements made by Richard Friend, a certified law enforcement officer and current candidate for Saline County Sheriff, about his handling of investigative materials connected to the well-known “Boys on the […]
Letters: Alexander resident believes Mayor Herrmann unfairly criticized, although she is uncovering financial issues
An Alexander resident believes Alexander Mayor Crystal Herrmann has been unfairly criticized. Says she has worked with Legislative Audit office to uncover financial issues with City staff and elected officials. Submitted anonymously on November 20, 2025: Good morning, Shelli. I’m reaching out as a concerned taxpayer who is increasingly frustrated with the narrative that Mayor […]
Letters to the Editor: Two readers compelled to write rebuttals to letter comparing MAGA to cults
Two readers compelled to write rebuttals to letter comparing MAGA to cults It’s typical for a Letter to the Editor to inspire others to write a rebuttal letter. In the case of the recent letter comparing MAGA/President Trump supporters to cults, there were two rebuttal letters sent to MySaline. The following letters are from Jacob […]
Letters to the Editor: Benton man researches historic cults; Feels similarity to current government
Benton man researches historic cults; Feels similarity to current government By Chris Caldwell We’ve heard the word “cult” thrown around a lot when talking about the MAGA movement. I’ll be honest, I’ve said it too, and I believe that’s exactly what it is. Let’s really break this down though, right here, right now. What is […]
Letter to the Editor: Parent calls for Benton School Board to focus on behavior, if not equality regarding dress code
Parent calls for Benton School Board to focus on behavior, if not equality regarding dress code: Dear Benton School Board, Since you sent out parent “surveys” today and I’m absolutely certain my comments at the end of that “survey” will be all but dismissed just like they have been at past school board meetings, I […]
Thousands of followers and nearly 18 years later, Shelli rolls some highlights and says thanks
Let me hold your attention for a second because I’ve got something to say. Thanks everyone for following MySaline! I’m so grateful for the amount of people that take even a second out of their day to pay attention to something we’re doing. When I started the website in the Summer of 2007, I had […]
Republican PAC President admonishes Republican Committee in Letter to the Editor
President of the Republican Party of Saline County PAC Steve Lux writes the following Letter to the Editor on June 3, 2024 — NO CONFIDENCE IN THE SALINE COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE The purpose of the Saline County Republican Committee, the purpose of any party committee or other official party organization, is to aid in the […]
Paper ballots is the subject of Senator Hammer’s letter to the editor
Arkansas Senator Kim Hammer of District 16 writes on Feb 27, 2024 — If Your Vote Hasn’t Been Stolen Then Why? There is a movement to take Saline County voting away from our current secure voting system to a total paper ballot system. In Saline County, let alone the rest of the state, there is […]