UPDATE: AUG 27, 2026 Saline County has reached an agreement in principle to settle a federal civil rights lawsuit filed by its former library director, Patty Hector. She was terminated in 2023 after opposing book censorship efforts. Under the proposed agreement, the Association of Arkansas Counties Risk Management Fund will pay $275,000 to resolve the […]
Benton to consider Buc-ee’s land donation in Aug 24th meeting; Also fee increases and $330,000 road grant
The Benton City Council is set to consider several significant items Monday, Aug. 24, including an offer of 3.35 acres from Buc-ee’s for public green space. Among the other agenda items are: increasing several city fees and stormwater charges, accepting a $330,000 transportation grant and considering two zoning matters. The agenda meeting is scheduled for […]
The Crossings at 114: What businesses would you want at this development planned near Benton Buc-ee’s
While much of the attention surrounding Benton’s recent growth has focused on the coming Buc-ee’s travel center, another major development has been quietly taking shape nearby. The Crossings at 114 is a planned mixed commercial and residential development. It’s located at the northwest intersection of Interstate 30 and Arkansas Highway 229, near Exit 114 in […]
Saline County to address new animal control ordinance and trail funding at August 17 meeting
The Saline County Quorum Court will meet on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, to vote on several key community issues, including the second reading of a comprehensive animal control ordinance and a resolution for new trail funding. The public meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. inside Courtroom #3 at the Saline County Courthouse. Read more below. […]
Saline County to discuss funding for Southwest Trail & boat safety patrols; Meeting August 3rd
Two Saline County Quorum Court committees will meet Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, to discuss several items. including funding for a new trailhead on the Southwest Trail and restructuring boating safety patrol funds. The Public Works and Safety Committee and the Finance Committee are scheduled to convene at 6 p.m. in Courtroom #3 of the […]
‘Weed’ smell leads Saline County deputies to drugs, guns and $3,000 cash in East End
Saline County sheriff’s deputies seized two firearms, a significant quantity of illegal drugs, and approximately $3,000 in cash during a proactive patrol stop in East End. The incident occurred after deputies pulled over a vehicle for operating without insurance. Read more below. According to the Saline County Sheriff’s Office, deputies initiated the traffic stop and […]
Bryant to vote on police hiring grant, property taxes and stormwater safety rules – Meeting July 28
The Bryant City Council will meet Tuesday, July 28, with a packed agenda, including real and personal property tax, a grant to hire four new police officers, and safety for stormwater ponds. Read more below. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at the Boswell Municipal Complex. The address is 210 SW 3rd Street, Bryant, […]
Arkansas secures $431K in $18M multi-state settlement against 23andMe over genetic data breach
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a multi-state settlement with the genetic-testing company 23andMe, following a massive 2023 data breach that exposed sensitive customer information. The state will receive $431,937 from the $18 million agreement reached by a coalition of 42 state attorneys general. Read more below. The 2023 cyber security incident compromised the data […]
Tax-Free Weekend is August 1-2 in Arkansas; See the items that qualify
The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced the details for the 2026 sales tax holiday, offering shoppers a chance to save on apparel, electronics, and essential back-to-school items. The 48-hour tax-free weekend will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and run through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. Read all of the […]
Property Values: What your letter from Saline County does and doesn’t mean
Saline County property owners recently received a “Notice of Real Estate Value Change” in the mail, prompting questions about potential tax increases. Trevor Villines, Communications Director for the County issued a statement to help owners understand the letter, why some values increased, and what it does and doesn’t mean. He also explains how property tax […]
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