A Saline County man is among those arrested in a massive multi-agency law enforcement initiative that targeted fugitives across Arkansas. There were a total of 39 arrests, nine federal indictments, and the seizure of dozens of illegal firearms and large quantities of narcotics. Read more below. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of […]
Someone bought the winning Natural State Jackpot ticket worth $680,000; Sold in North Little Rock
Arkansas has another mystery winner of a big lottery prize – not as big as the amount that the anonymous Powerball® winner took home in January, but it would be a life-changing amount to many people. Read more below. One lucky Arkansas lottery player is holding a ticket worth $680,000, after the Natural State Jackpot […]
Teen dies after leading police on chase; 3 teen passengers injured
A Mabelvale teen was killed in a wreck following a high-speed pursuit over the weekend. Read the details below. Late Saturday night, North Little Rock Police officers requested Arkansas State Police (ASP) assistance. This was just before 11 p.m. on March 29, 2025. The pursuit began on Interstate 40 near the Morgan/Maumelle exit. According to […]
Panthers win Saline County Shootout, 79-69 over Hornets
By: BHS EAST students Fall 2024 The Panthers took on the Bryant Hornets in the annual Saline County Shootout last Friday night December 13th, and it was nothing short of exciting. Benton, led by seniors Harrison Pickett and AD Gray, took the trophy with a 79-69 win. But arguably the most impressive play came from […]
Dominic Roy named Panthers Player of the Week; Bball teams play Sylvan Hills Dec 3rd
By: BHS EAST students Fall 2024 The Panthers’ spectacular season ended with a loss to Shiloh Christian in the State Semifinals last Friday night, 45-32. Read more below Although they lost, the Benton offense was still electric. Senior WR Maddox Davis had his best game of the year, racking up 248 yards on a career-high […]
Panthers beat Bulldogs in b-ball matchup; Gray & Asher named Players of the Week
By:BHS EAST students Fall 2024 The Benton Panthers basketball team is making their mark on the 2024 season, beating the Fayetteville Bulldogs in a “matchup” in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Read details from the game, players of the week and upcoming games below. Read more below Over the weekend, at the DA Showcase Matchup Tournament in Jacksonville, […]
Benton Panthers champs again; See Players of the Week & other upcoming games
By:BHS EAST students Fall 2024 The Benton Panthers are champions again! Read details from the game, players of the week and upcoming games below. READ MORE BELOW The Panthers took their second conference champion title in a row this past Friday. Despite not having the All-Conference starting quarterback Drew Davis, the offense still rolled. Sophomore […]
Two Arkansas men face collective 35 charges related to sexual materials with a child
After multiple tips came in on messaging apps, two Arkansas men face several charges related to sexual materials with a child. READ MORE BELOW Multiple tips came in, launching an investigation on Lewis Edward Northcutt, 27, of Texarkana, and Christopher Lee Patton, 47, of Hensley. The tips were submitted to the accounts for National […]
Benton Students announce Panthers Players of the Week, New games coming up
By:BHS EAST students Fall 2024 There might’ve been a lot of upsets this weekend but Benton and Sylvan Hills certainly wasn’t one of them. The Panthers went on the road last Friday to take on the Bears, an opponent who hasn’t seen a win since November 7th, 2022. READ MORE BELOW The Panthers started the […]
Benton EAST names Panthers Players of the Week Tucker & Lagemann
By:BHS EAST students Fall 2024 Congratulations to your Holland Chapel EAST Players of the Week Luther Tucker III, and Isabella Lagemann 👇Read more below about these amazing athletes! Luther overwhelmed the Jonesboro Hurricane on 30 rushing attempts for 173 yards and 4 touchdowns. He’ll look to continue his domination tonight in a matchup with a weak Sylvan […]