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 […]
Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair brings free family fun and expert support to Benton, June 6th
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 […]
Stamp Out Hunger food drive set for May 9; volunteers needed at CJCOHN
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 […]
Free event invites the community to talk openly about mental health, May 9th at the Library
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 Arkansas SNAP recipients now required to do Employment & Training program
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 […]
“Saline County Cares” connects nonprofits, resources to support local residents
Did you know you can get involved to help the community through the Saline County Cares organization? It’s a collaborative network of nonprofits and community partners that meets monthly to share resources and coordinate efforts to better serve local residents. Read more below. A growing network of nonprofits, businesses, and social service organizations is working […]
State of Arkansas announces new Medicaid requirements
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) announced it will begin rolling out new work and community engagement requirements for certain Medicaid recipients starting July 1, 2026. However, beneficiaries will not face penalties for non-compliance until January 1, 2027. Read more below about how it works. The requirement applies to many adults enrolled in Arkansas […]
Letters to the Editor: Warm letter thanks Warming Center volunteers, sponsors & security
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 […]
Bryant invites residents to share ideas, ask questions; Feb 12th at restaurant
Residents who want a say in how Bryant grows over the next several decades will have a chance to share input at an upcoming community pop-up event. The Bryant Leap Forward planning team will host a Leap Forward Pop-Up on Thursday, February 12 at 5:00 p.m. at Copper Mule, located at 3348 Main St. in […]
Residents had no water service for days until a multi-agency operation brought jugs and filled the tower
Some Saline County residents were without water service for days after a winter storm in January. The water company’s supply ran low from dripping faucets. Saline County officials took action and organized an operation to distribute gallon jugs of water to residents, and refill the water tower. Read more below and see the photo gallery. […]
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