Join the Benton Fire Department in a celebration of the city’s new ISO rating. ISO stands for Insurance Services Office. When the tasting number is lower, insurance rates can be lower as a result. Come to the Downtown Benton Farmers Market on Saturday, May 7th at 2pm for a ceremony and refreshments. The Market is […]
[Video] Civitan Apartments in Benton on Fire Monday Afternoon
The Civitan Apartments at Jackman and Bird St are currently on fire. Benton Fire Department is on the scene. These apartments off affordable housing for those over age 62 and those with developmental disabilities. Video Below. Bekka Wilkerson of Civitan stated that everyone got out of the building with no injuries, including animals. The staff […]
Sunday’s wind + dryness are a recipe for brush fires
While Saline County is not currently under a burn ban, fire danger will be ramping up on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Little Rock. A dry cold front brings breezy and dry conditions to a state that is running below average on rainfall lately. A dry cold front will move across Arkansas […]
Benton’s Fire Station #6 Currently Under Construction Across the River
If you’ve been wondering what’s being built next to the new Saline County Career and Technical Center – and I know you have, because I’ve gotten plenty of messages about – here’s your answer. The Benton Fire Department is building a new station #6 to serve the area. The population has been there for years, […]
State Police reports 2 deceased after house fire in Glen Rose area
The bodies of a man and woman were discovered inside a Hot Spring County residence, in the Glen Rose area, early Tuesday morning, according to Arkansas State Police (ASP). A statement from ASP said that a residence in the 4600 block of Military Road, north of Malvern, was also the scene of a fire that […]
9 Tips from East End FD to Keep Your Kids Safe this Halloween; Also come get their candy
The East End Volunteer Fire Department wants this year’s trick-or-treating for your children to be a safe one. The FD will offer its annual safe trick-or-treating alternative along with 9 safety tips below to keep in mind while celebrating. Unless an emergency calls the firefighters away, doors will be open, and firefighters will be handing […]
Salem community votes for first fire dues increase in 27 years
UPDATE OCT 13, 2021 An election finally went the way of a local fire district after 27 years with no increase in the dues. Salem Fire & Rescue thanked community residents for voting in the dues election Tuesday night. “We want to thank everyone who came out today to vote in our Special Election.” The […]
Utility company repairs “large gas leak” at Saint-Gobain just outside Bryant
UPDATE Oct 9, 2021, 12:15AM The Bryant & Salem Fire Departments have cleared the scene and the gas leak has been capped, according to Brandon Guillot, OEM Director. PREVIOUSLY Oct 8, 2021, 11:28PM Responders are on the scene of a gas leak at a Saline County company, according to Bryant Police Department. The PD released […]
Electric company’s program donates over $2K each to Saline County organizations
First Electric Cooperative’s (FEC) member-supported Operation Round-Up program awarded $16,674 to 12 local organizations in July, including two Saline County organizations. FEC members can volunteer to enroll in Operation Round-Up to have their electric bill rounded up to the next even dollar amount each month. They have donated more than $1.3 million for local service […]
Deadline is Aug 1st for Bryant residents to sign up for Citizen Fire Academy
Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a firefighter? ???? Bryant Fire Department is now registering citizens for Citizen Fire Academy. The Bryant Fire Department (BFD) recognizes the importance of maintaining a close relationship with the citizens we serve. In an effort to further promote this relationship, the BFD has developed a program […]
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