Did you know you can get involved to help the community through the Saline County Cares organization? It’s a collaborative network of nonprofits and community partners that meets monthly to share resources and coordinate efforts to better serve local residents. Read more below. A growing network of nonprofits, businesses, and social service organizations is working […]
Extension Homemakers to offer sides and desserts in fundraiser; Order by Mar 31st
The Saline County Extension Homemakers Kitchen is offering side items and dessert in a fundraiser to benefit the non-profit. They are currently raising money to replace the floor in their building. Read More Below Choose from the following items or order all of them: Chicken & Dressing Chicken Spaghetti Apple Cobbler Cherry Cobbler Each choice […]
“Ham Bingo” fundraiser Mar 12th to benefit Our Lady of Fatima School
If you like ham, you will love this event. Our Lady of Fatima (OLF) is hosting Ham Bingo on March 12, 2026. Read more below. Ham Bingo benefits OLF School. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. that Thursday. A fun night of bingo is coming to downtown Benton — and […]
Extension Homemakers to offer side items for your Thanksgiving meal; Order by Nov 14th
The Saline County Extension Homemakers Kitchen is helping you to cook Thanksgiving dinner. This is an annual fundraiser to benefit the non-profit. They are currently raising money to replace the floor in their building. Read More Below Get stuffed with homemade items from a casserole pan. Choose from the following items or order all of […]
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 […]
Future Cardinal Chili Cook-off is looking for entries & eaters – Event is Feb 22nd
Future Cardinal Diamond Sports is hosting their 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off – Benefiting Future Cardinal Diamond Sports. Read more below! Get ready for a fun-filled day of great food, friendly competition, on Saturday, February 22, 2025. This yummy event will be held at Haskell City Ball Fields. It’s from 10am until 1pm, and the chili tasting […]
Steve Perdue to speak about the history of the town of Bauxite, July 11th
Come learn about the history of the town of Bauxite. Steve Perdue will speak about it at the monthly meeting of the Saline County History and Heritage Society. Read more below This will be on Thursday, July 11th beginning at 7:00 p.m. Get there early to get a good seat. The address is 123 North […]
Learn about Junior Achievement at Donuts & Details on May 20th
Junior Achievement is hosting “Donuts and Details” on Monday, May 20th. Learn more about this organization and how you can get involved! Junior Achievement of Arkansas is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares young people for success. Meet that day at 10:00 a.m. at the Saline County Career Technical Campus, 3600 I-30, Benton, AR 72015. There are […]
Hear County Judge tell the history of the Courthouse at gathering Feb 8th
Come see Saline County Judge, Matt Brumley speak on the history of the Saline County Courthouse. This will be on Thursday, February 8th beginning at 7:00 p.m. Get there early to get a good seat. Read more below The location is Saline County History & Heritage Society. The address is 123 North Market Street downtown […]
Nino the police dog will get a protective vest donated
Benton Police Department’s K9 Officer Nino has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Nino’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of K9 Gabo, Jonesboro, AR – EOW 1/16/20.” Vested Interest […]