A massive multi-agency search was initiated late yesterday afternoon in Alexander after a juvenile was seen stumbling across railroad tracks shortly after a passing train. More than 40 first responders utilized drones, helicopters, and K-9 units in a coordinated effort to locate the individual, though no one was ultimately found. Read more below. The incident […]
Police respond to reported shooting threat at Benton High School, no active threat located
The Benton Police Department is actively investigating a reported threat of a potential shooting at Benton High School that occurred Tuesday morning. Officers quickly responded to the campus, though authorities confirmed they have not located an active threat at this time. Read more below. According to an official press release issued on August 18, 2026, […]
Teen charged after shooting leaves man in critical condition in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood
A male teen has been arrested and charged with first-degree battery following an early morning shooting in Bryant’s King’s Crossing neighborhood that left a victim in critical condition. Police have taken the suspect into custody and are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident on William Lane. Read more below. The suspect, identified as […]
Saline County woman faces up to 20 years in prison for allegedly smuggling clams from El Salvador
A Saline County woman could face up to 20 years in federal prison after being charged with illegally smuggling blood clams from El Salvador into the United States. Federal prosecutors allege she then sold the restricted shellfish at local central Arkansas events and across social media platforms. Read more below. Yanci Lissbeth Amaya Aguiluz, 52, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Alexander police chief refutes misconduct allegations following traffic stop
The Alexander Police Department has issued a statement on Tuesday, July 28th, vehemently denying accusations of inappropriate conduct made against its officers on social media following a recent traffic stop. Chief of Police Timothy Preator released the findings of an internal review on July 25, 2026, which included dash and body camera footage that he […]
Saline County to consider animal control ordinance and budget updates at July 20 meeting
The Saline County Quorum Court is scheduled to meet on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Courtroom #3 of the Saline County Courthouse. Ahead of the regular session, the HR Committee will gather to review dispatcher compensation, while the main agenda features a comprehensive new animal control ordinance and several significant budget […]
Benton man arrested on child stalking charges following local sting operation
A 50-year-old man was arrested by the Benton Police Department on a charge of internet stalking of a child following an incident at a local restaurant. Read more below. Jack Pittenger was booked into the Saline County Detention Center on June 29, 2026, and is currently being held on a $40,000 bond. According to a […]
Saline County committees meet to July 6th to consider animal control, library board, Fairgrounds cleanup, more
The Saline County Quorum Court’s Public Works and Safety Committee and Finance Committee will meet on Monday, July 6, 2026, to discuss several key items, including a comprehensive new animal control ordinance, a library board appointment, and various budget amendments. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in Courtroom #3 of the Saline County Courthouse. […]
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