Summer is here. I can tell because I have 2 metric tons of dust in my lungs from mowing the other day. My electric meter is spinning like a skydiver’s altimeter when the parachute doesn’t open. And yellowjackets are buzzing around all angry…wait…they are never not angry. No matter, I know summer when I see […]
Legends of the Fall with Jason
There are many fears in life. Some are rational, some not so much. Politicians seem to deal only in fear nowadays, because it’s such an easy emotion to tap into and manipulate. I bet I could fill a book with fears I wasted time on that never happened, or ones I worried about so much that I seemed […]
Local owners to offer pizza made fresh at Bryant restaurant
Look for a new pizza restaurant from a familiar face in Bryant. It’s not a chain or a franchise. It’s owned by someone who grew up in Saline County – and in the restaurant business. Brian Krikorian is the son of Serge and Mary Krikorian who you may know from Dinner’s Ready and Vibrant Occasions […]
Unprocessed Processed Wraps with Jason
The main tenet of my eating philosophy that I’ve practiced for the last eight years is to avoid as much pre-processed foods as possible. That has to be taken with a common sense approach. Unless you are only eating fruits and vegetables you grow yourself, and livestock or wild game that you raise, almost all foods that […]
“The Krogers” shopping center sells for over $9 million to Florida company
A shopping center in Benton, Arkansas just changed hands from a Little Rock company, to one in Plantation, in South Florida. Saline County Assessor records show the deal closed on May 10, 2023 for the sale of Benton Commons. Locals will know this property in the 1400 block of Military Road as “the Krogers.” The […]
Company to match Tuesday donations to feed Arkansas kids in the summer
On Tuesday, May 23, your donation to Arkansas Foodbank will be doubled. The Bailey Foundation will match up to $10,000 in financial gifts to the organization. In partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs, this will help provide food boxes to children and their families through the summer feeding program. Donate at this link and […]
Food prep company in Bryant calls it quits after 7 years; Selling off kitchen
A food prep company in Bryant announced they will close for good this week. Owner Tamara Baka issued the statement that Elite Meals will close, and beginning Thursday, May 25th, they are selling off their appliances and equipment. While the customers may be sad, Baka is relieved that she will be able to spend time […]
Pick up chicken -n- fish lunch on Thursday to support Habitat
Eat with friends and family while supporting a great cause. Habitat for Humanity of Saline County will host their Chicken -N- Fish Fry on Thursday. Come by the ReStore location at 122 S Market St in Downtown Benton for a grab -n- go box lunch. The meal includes 3-pc catfish, 1-pc chicken strip, baked beans, […]
Paron Mayfest features car show, baggo, bounce houses and more on May 20th
It’s time for the annual Paron Mayfest. Come to the Paron Community Center on Saturday, May 20th between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. There’s going to be live music, food vendors, arts & crafts, a kid zone, baggo tournament and a car show. See the flyers below for more info and sign up for the […]
Recipe Throwback: Jason says Trust the Process (and don’t trust the processed)
Jason says Trust the Process (and don’t trust the processed) Folks, it’s time for a rebrand. Just like with food and lifestyle choices, sometimes you have to take a step back, evaluate where you are, and make some changes. I had to google my articles to refer to a past recipe, and there are a plethora […]
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