The members of Saline County Preservation Inc. will have yard sale on April 22 from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to support all of our projects. Jenny Carlisle is one of the event organizers from the group. She says, “We are the ones refurbishing the historical markers around town, and also the clock in front […]
Crawfish Boil in Bryant April 21st to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
Come enjoy freshly boiled crawfish for lunch at Baxley-Penfield-Moudy’s office at Springhill and Highway 5 North. It’s a big fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Saline County, to be held on Friday, April 21st from 11am to 1pm. This particular fundraiser will help a Veteran to get into a home in Saline County. It’s $10/plate […]
Two Arrested in Connection with February Overnight Home Invasion in Benton
Two suspects are facing charges in connection to multiple vehicle break-ins, one which led to a home invasion robbery, on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, in the Northshore, Oakbrook Cove and Denise neighborhoods. Victims in the home invasion told officers that three black men, at least one brandishing a handgun, entered the home and robbed […]
House Fire On Couch Street in Benton
These are photos submitted by a reader, Kellye Roberts just now after noon. There appears to be a fire at a residence in the city of Benton.
House Fire a Total Loss in Sardis; Fund Set Up
There’s a family whose house burned a couple of days ago in the Sardis area on Pruitt Road. It’s devastating at any time of year, but this is Christmas time. The family was unharmed since they were at church when this happened, but it was a total loss and they have nothing. There is an […]
10 Ways to Protect Your Family & Valuables This Christmas
The Benton Police Department reports that the number of home burglaries have increased recently, with many occurring during the mid-day hours. Officers have reported doors kicked in at homes and items stolen, from different areas of the city. The Department has put together a list of preventative measures you can take to protect your valuables. […]
3rd Annual Haskell Community Holiday House is Dec 3rd
Saturday at 9 AM – 3 PM Harmony Grove High School Multipurpose Building 2621 N Highway 229, Benton, Arkansas 72015 Admission for adults will be $2. The 3rd Annual Haskell Community Holiday House will be held Saturday, December 3rd, 9am – 3pm in the Multipurpose Building. Come together with the community, support the school and get […]
About that loud boom you heard south of Benton Thursday night…
Was it a meth lab? A transformer blowing? A train crash? A meteor? So many people are asking, and I really have no idea what the loud noise was last night around 10 p.m. I’ve asked the Benton Police Department and they don’t have record of anything like that happening. I’ve also asked the Saline […]
“Lights On Jupiter” Christmas Display is Three Houses This Year!
Come see the 2016 Lights On Jupiter musical Christmas display. This year there will be THREE houses with over 20,000 flashing lights. Also join in the goal to collect $2,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation! The show is free to view, but please leave us a donation to help! DAYS: November 26th through December 31st, 2016. Lights will not be turned […]
1st Annual Bullying Stops Here Rally to be Held Nov 5th in Bryant
1st Annual Bullying Stops Here Rally with Small Businesses Mobile Video Game Station November 5, 2016 11:00am – 2:00pm Target Parking Lot Free Food, DJ, Lazer Tag, Game Station, Rock Climbing/Jump Houses. Hear from local businesses. Booth & Sponsorships are available contact Shelby McFarland at 501-209-1113 for more info! Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1103561406365031/