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Click at right or left to view slideshow above. • Watch for details on the next cleanup at facebook.com/canoearkansas • Photos courtesy of Saline River Canoe & Saline County Government. Dozens of community members gathered along the Saline River on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, for the Great Saline County Cleanup, removing 135 bags of trash, […]
Low-income residents in Central Arkansas have until Sept. 30 to submit applications for the 2026 Summer Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), according to an announcement from the Central Arkansas Development Council. The program provides financial aid to help eligible households manage seasonal energy costs across CADC’s 19-county service area. Read more below. CADC […]
The Saline County Library in Benton is hosting a unique, hands-on workshop designed to help dads, grandfathers, and male caregivers master the basics of styling hair. Read more below. The upcoming “Braids and Bonds” event will feature a professional stylist teaching essential techniques, offering a chance for caregivers and children to bond while learning practical […]
As summer temperatures continue to climb, the City of Bryant is providing a safe haven for residents to escape the extreme heat. The Bishop Center lobby has been designated as a public cooling center, offering a place for community members to rest and hydrate during peak heat hours. Read more below. Located at 6401 Boone […]
For more than a decade, visitors walking through the front doors of Saline Health System were greeted by the same familiar voice — warm, talkative and always ready with directions or a story. For children, there was often an added bonus: a teddy bear delivered with the enthusiasm of someone who never tired of giving […]
Arkansas kids are getting a $120 boost for groceries this summer. The state just opened applications for the 2026 Summer EBT program, designed to keep students fueled and healthy while school is out. Many families will get this benefit automatically, but you’ll want to check the details to make sure you don’t miss out on […]
BENTON, Ark. (May 14, 2026) – From postpartum support resources and car seat safety checks to party planning and children’s boutiques, the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair will connect growing families with hands-on education, expert guidance and family fun at the Benton Event Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Hosted by Saline […]
Residents across Saline County will have an opportunity to help fight hunger in two different ways during the annual Stamp Out Hunger Day on Saturday, May 9. You can donate food or you can volunteer at the pantry, or actually you can do both. Read more below. The Stamp Out Hunger nationwide effort allows residents […]
BENTON, Ark. (April 29, 2026) — Saline Memorial Hospital and the Saline County Library are partnering to host Living Stories, an event designed to spark understanding, reduce stigma and create meaningful conversations around mental health. The event will be held at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, […]
Many Arkansans receiving SNAP benefits from the State may be affected by a major policy shift at DHS. The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) announced that it will be required for certain recipients to participate in an Employment & Training (E&T) program. Read more below. The new rules took effect in April 2026. SNAP […]
