A 24-year-old man faces multiple state charges and a potential federal indictment following an armed confrontation and subsequent struggle with law enforcement at a local mobile home park in May. Alan Valenciano Hernandez was arrested on the morning of May 8, 2026, at the Mobile Home Park located at 26270 Interstate 30, Alexander, after […]
DOJ launches $300M ‘Model Cities’ Initiative to combat crime and restore law and order
The Justice Department announced a federal push to reshape urban public safety on Wednesday, $300 million in grant money available. It’s called the “Model Cities Initiative” (MCI). Read more below. The program will select up to four U.S. cities to receive concentrated federal funding aimed at executing a “whole-of-city” approach to drastically reduce crime rates […]
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 […]
Be aware of the dates and deadlines for the 2026 General Election
As the 2026 general election approaches, MySaline has all the dates and deadlines from the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office. This includes the upcoming federal, state, constitutional, and city/municipal races across the state. Read more below. Jul/Aug – Petitions and Filings For independent groups and citizen initiative organizations looking to put measures before voters on […]
Saline County Airport Commission to meet May 19th to consider event policy
The Saline County Airport Commission will meet with several items for consideration. Read more below The meeting will be May 19th at 6:00 p.m. Meetings are held at Saline County Regional Airport. That’s in the Conference Room at the Airport Terminal Building, located at 1100 Hill Farm Rd. Bryant, AR 72022. Agenda I. Call to […]
Arkansas lawmaker proposes gas tax “holiday” to combat surging prices; Opponents say roads will suffer
As gas prices across Arkansas hover around $4.00 per gallon, State Representative Kendon Underwood (R-16) is following federal efforts, calling for an emergency suspension of state fuel taxes. The proposal, announced Thursday, seeks a 90-day suspension of the state’s 24.7-cent gasoline tax and 28.5-cent diesel fuel tax. Underwood is requesting that Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders […]
Saline County to consider decreasing library millage and increasing bilingual pay, May 18th
The Saline County Quorum Court is scheduled to convene for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.. The session will be held in Courtroom #3 of the Saline County Courthouse. Read more below. The meeting will be preceded by an HR Committee meeting at 5:30 p.m.. Doors to the courthouse […]
As Presidential Fitness Test returns to schools, Arkansas Governor launches “Razorback Ready” Challenge
Compete in the statewide fitness challenge and your school could get a visit from the Arkansas Razorbacks basketball coach. Read more below. Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, alongside the Arkansas Department of Education, announced Monday the launch of the #RazorbackReady2026 challenge, a statewide effort aimed at promoting student fitness and healthier lifestyles. The initiative coincides with […]
U.S. Forestry says quartz mining proposal near Paron could impact Saline County land, water service
More than 300 acres of Ouachita National Forest under review; residents urged to comment A federal proposal to allow quartz mining in the Ouachita National Forest is drawing attention in Saline County, where several of the nominated sites are located near Paron and within watersheds that feed into the Saline River. Read more below. The […]
Benton Guard Sergeant, others discuss service member quality of life with U.S. Senator Boozman
United States Senator John Boozman met with members of the Enlisted Association of the Arkansas National Guard in his Washington, D.C. office to discuss efforts bolstering quality of life for those who serve. At the meeting was Sergeant First Class Louis Jackson of Benton. He is State Secretary for the Enlisted Association of the Arkansas […]
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