United States Senator John Boozman met with members of the Enlisted Association of the Arkansas National Guard in his Washington, D.C. office to discuss efforts bolstering quality of life for those who serve. At the meeting was Sergeant First Class Louis Jackson of Benton. He is State Secretary for the Enlisted Association of the Arkansas […]
Saline County to honor fallen Vietnam Veterans in Memorial Day Ceremony, March 30th
Saline County has partnered with the City of Benton, the City of Bryant, Benton Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce, First United Methodist Church-Benton, Arkansas National Guard, VFW Post 2256, D.A.R.-Provincia De La Sal Chapter, DAR-Saline Crossing Chapter, Never Forgotten Arkansas-Quilts of Valor, and Let Freedom Ring Quilts of Valor to host […]
Bauxite to be first unveiling of only a few historical markers for “Arkansas 250” – Ceremony Nov 11th
Only a few sites in Arkansas will receive the Arkansas 250 Historical Marker, and Bauxite is one of them. And it’s the first unveiling ceremony. Read more below about the event. Read More Below The Saline County 250 Commission, in partnership with the Arkansas 250 Commission, will host From the Mines to the Frontlines on […]
US Coast Guard invites public to try physical fitness test Sept 27th
Can you run the Coast Guard physical fitness test? Come to the workout on Saturday, September 27th to find out. Read more below. This event is free at the Bryant High School track/football field. Come at 10:00 a.m. to participate, if you are ages 17-40 and interested in joining the US Coast Guard. In addition to […]
‘Patches and Pints’ event May 28th to unite First Responders & Community
The Kitchen Table Foundation invites the community to its “Patches and Pints” event on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 11 a.m. Held at 3429 Market Place Avenue, Suite A, in Bryant, the gathering aims to bring together first responders, their families, and local supporters for a time of camaraderie, food, and fellowship. READ MORE BELOW […]
Public invited to Memorial Day tribute at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery, May 26th
The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs invites the public to honor fallen service members on Monday, May 26th. READ MORE BELOW State and local leaders, lawmakers, and veterans will gather to pay tribute, at 9:00 a.m. on Memorial Day. The event will be held at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery. The address is 1501 West […]
Secretary Kendall Penn announces resignation from Arkansas Dept of VA
Major General (Retired) Kendall Penn will resign as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) effective December 31, 2024. READ MORE BELOW Penn’s military career began in Benton in 1982 when he enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard. He was appointed 2nd ADVA Secretary on January 10, 2023. Prior to that, he served as […]
Pay tribute on Veteran’s Day Nov 11th by attending the ceremony
Come together with the community to honor local Veterans on Monday, November 11, 2024. Read more about the ceremony below. The Saline County VFW Raymond McGill Post 2256 will host the annual Veteran’s Day ceremony at the Saline County Courthouse Veterans Memorial at 11:00 a.m. If there is rain, the ceremony will be moved to […]
Bryant Chambers to host 8th Annual First Responders Luncheon, Oct 24th
The Bryant Chamber of Commerce invites the public to the 8th Annual First Responders Luncheon on Thursday, October 24, 2024. READ MORE BELOW This annual event shows these men and women how much we appreciate all they do daily for the community. Lunch is 11:30 am to 1pm at the Bryant Police and Fire Station […]
Benton Church to Host First Responders Luncheon Thursday
Benton First United Methodist Church will be hosting their First Responders Appreciation Luncheon this Thursday, September 19th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All First Responders are invited to stop by for hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and dessert! The address is 200 N. Market Street in Benton.