Toy Troopers will host its annual toy drive from 6 a.m. Friday December 13th until 5 p.m. Sunday night. “The Show with No Name” will broadcast the event live on The Buzz 103.7 FM all weekend with Tommy Smith and Roger Scott. This toy drive is held each year at the southwest corner of the […]
Make and take ornaments at the Farmers Market Dec 9th
Civitan Services will host a time to create ornaments and drink hot cocoa. The event is 6-8 p.m. on Monday, December 9th at the Farmers Market in downtown Benton. The address is 125 W. Ashley Street in Benton. Admission, cocoa and craft is free. See more holiday events at www.mysaline.com/holiday-events.
Free showing of “Elf” in downtown Benton Dec 14th
The public is invited for a holiday classic movie on Saturday, December 14th from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Benton in the parking lot next to Cleo’s Furniture on Main Street (see map below). Come see Will Ferrell in the movie Elf. This is part of a free movie series. There will also be free hot […]
Benton PD: Check the Sex Offender Map before trick-or-treating
As Halloween approaches, Benton Police Department wants you and your family to be in the know regarding the best safety protocol before, during and after trick-or-treating—and that includes knowing your surroundings and avoiding sex offender residences. “It’s not a topic people like to discuss, but it’s a necessary one,” said BNPD Chief Scotty Hodges, “especially […]
Bauxite FD to host Truck or Treat on Halloween Night
The Bauxite Fire Dept will host a “Truck or Treat” on Thursday, October 31st beginning at 6:30pm. Bring your little ones by for a treat! If you would like to participate you are welcome to come out & take part. Parking areas will be set up. If you would like to donate treats or let […]
Old Fashioned Day 2019 includes Zombie Parade, Coffin Race and more to Combine for 2 Days of Fun Oct 11-12
There will be two days in downtown Benton with several big events that people wait for all year. There’s Old Fashioned Day, the Arkansas Coffin Race, the Undead 5K race, a Zombie Street Dance and a Zombie pageant. The City of Benton, the Downtown Benton Business Owners and the Benton Senior Activity and Wellness Center coming […]
See Santa at the Library Dec 11th & 13th for Pictures and Crafts
The Saline County Library invites you to come visit Santa and share your Christmas wishes. All children visiting Santa will receive a Christmas gift from the library. Bring your camera to take photos of this special visit. Christmas crafts and activities will also be available for patrons to enjoy. See the times and locations below. […]
Bring a Can of Food and Trick or Treat at The Outlets on Oct 31st
The Outlets of Little Rock stores will host an evening of trick-or-treating on Halloween Night, Wednesday, October 31, 2018 from 5 to 7 p.m. Participating stores will be handing out goodies for children ages 12 and under. First come, first served. While supplies last. Participating children are asked to bring a canned food item for donation to […]
Saline Symphony Orchestra to Present a Holiday Concert Dec 10th in Bryant
The Saline Symphony Orchestra will partner with Fostering the Arts, Inc. DOXA Arts Academy, and the Bryant High School Camerata Chorale to present a Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 10, 2017, at 5:00 p.m. at Love Auditorium at Bryant High School. MAP The program will include favorite holiday classics and new tunes, vocal and choir […]
19 Years of Grants Allow Benton PD to Step Up Enforcement for DWI, Seatbelts & Speeding
For the 19th year, the Benton Police Department (BNPD) has been awarded a Federal grant for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP). This means the BNPD is able to pay officers for overtime hours spent on seat belt, speeding and DWI enforcement. In addition to regular enforcement, the BNPD will participate in state and federal mobilizations […]