BENTON, Ark. (Jan. 15, 2026) – In recognition of American Heart Month, Saline Memorial Hospital is inviting the community to honor loved ones lost to heart disease by participating in a heart-shaped flag display designed to raise awareness of the nation’s leading cause of death for both men and women. As part of the […]
“Building Bridges, Not Barriers” – Benton to Celebrate MLK Day with events Jan 17 & 19
The City of Benton will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of community-wide events on January 17th and 19th. The theme in 2026 is “Building Bridges, Not Barriers.” See the list of events below. This year’s celebration encourages unity and solidarity through a range of inclusive activities […]
Benton family hopes for crowd at donor swab event Dec 20th
Benton residents are mobilizing to help a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Brian Tarvin, 52, was recently diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and urgently needs a stem‑cell donor. His family and friends describe him as a tireless worker who enjoys fishing, hunting and riding his tractor. When he’s not on the job or in the […]
Local family to host free spaghetti meal on Sunday in Benton
A local family is taking it upon themselves to feed as many as 100 people on Sunday in the park. Read More Below Come on Sunday, November 9th to Tyndall Park’s pavilion for spaghetti lunch. They will begin the meal at Noon and go until they run out. Find the park at 913 E. Sevier […]
“Merry and Bright” holiday drive asks for hygiene items for Benton students
You can help local students feel their best by donating hygiene items in Benton. Residents, businesses, and organizations can help ensure every child has what they need. Read more below. Merry and Bright is a program to support Benton Students and families during the holiday season. It’s organized through a partnership between Benton Parks and Recreation, and […]
Saline Health System to host Bosom Buddies Bash – breast cancer awareness event Oct 21
BENTON, Ark. (August 29, 2025) – Although it had to be delayed due to other health concerns, Kathleen Blackwell still made time to get her annual mammogram in the fall of 2013, and she was very grateful she did. The mammogram showed evidence of a change in breast tissue that was later confirmed to be […]
Saline Memorial Hospital to host online ceremony Sept 29th in honor of those lost due to suicide
BENTON, Ark. (September 9, 2025) – Outwardly, even to his family, U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jorge Gomez seemed to have it all. Emily Gomez, his sister, described him as funny, kind, successful and driven. She never knew he was struggling with mental health concerns at all until he committed suicide in September 2022. “It […]
Saline Health System to host baby fair Sat Aug 9th
BENTON, Ark. (July 28, 2025) – Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn about services and products related to pregnancy and childcare during the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair at Saline Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. The baby fair is a free, family-inclusive event with games, vendors, […]
Get help with these free dental and medical clinics July 26 and Sept 6
There are two events coming up in Saline County, Arkansas that will allow individuals to get free medical and dental work. Read more below. The Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) has program that offers services like dental cleanings and extractions. They will have a physician on site. Here are the times and places for the […]
When kids age out of foster care, a new local nonprofit “Forward Hope” helps them transition into adulthood
A new nonprofit organization, Forward Hope, is stepping up to address a critical gap in support for at-risk youth in our community. Founded by Saline County resident and youth advocate Lance, Forward Hope is dedicated to mentoring, educating, and equipping young people ages 16–24 who are aging out of foster care, group homes, or facing […]
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