BENTON, Ark. (May 14, 2026) – From postpartum support resources and car seat safety checks to party planning and children’s boutiques, the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair will connect growing families with hands-on education, expert guidance and family fun at the Benton Event Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6. Hosted by Saline […]
Free event invites the community to talk openly about mental health, May 9th at the Library
BENTON, Ark. (April 29, 2026) — Saline Memorial Hospital and the Saline County Library are partnering to host Living Stories, an event designed to spark understanding, reduce stigma and create meaningful conversations around mental health. The event will be held at the Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library in Benton from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, […]
Benton & Bryant Students and their schools win in “Works of Heart” Art Show
Saline Health System welcomed the community to its Works of Heart art show on Feb. 26, celebrating American Heart Month while showcasing artwork created by local high school students. The event, held in the hospital atrium, featured heart-themed artwork submitted by students in grades 9–12. Community members attended the free event and participated by voting […]
Students share Works of Heart Community invited to vote for People’s Choice Award during American Heart Month
BENTON, Ark. (Feb. 17, 2026) – In recognition of American Heart Month, Saline Health System is hosting the Works of Heart art show in the hospital atrium from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. Local students in grades 9-12 have submitted heart-themed art for the show for a chance to win in two categories: […]
Saline County Warming Center extended through Feb 2nd
Due to an extended forecast calling for multiple days of sustained subfreezing temperatures, the Saline County Community Warming Center has been extended through Monday, February 2, at 10 a.m. See below for details and how to volunteer or donate, plus resources and other info. The Warming Center was previously scheduled to close on Thursday, January 29, at 10:00 a.m. With […]
Community invited to honor loved ones in Heart Month flag display
BENTON, Ark. (Jan. 15, 2026) – In recognition of American Heart Month, Saline Memorial Hospital is inviting the community to honor loved ones lost to heart disease by participating in a heart-shaped flag display designed to raise awareness of the nation’s leading cause of death for both men and women. As part of the […]
See the list of Addiction Recovery programs in Saline County
Use this page as a resource to find recovery groups in Saline County (alcohol, drugs, addiction, etc). If you’d like to list a program, email [email protected] with the name, address, day/time, and leader numbers. Here’s the list of recovery programs: BENTON Arkansas Al-Anon Thursdays @ 6pm 506 Lillian Street, Benton, Ar 72015 (Next to the […]
Saline Health System to host Bosom Buddies Bash – breast cancer awareness event Oct 21
BENTON, Ark. (August 29, 2025) – Although it had to be delayed due to other health concerns, Kathleen Blackwell still made time to get her annual mammogram in the fall of 2013, and she was very grateful she did. The mammogram showed evidence of a change in breast tissue that was later confirmed to be […]
Saline Health System to host baby fair Sat Aug 9th
BENTON, Ark. (July 28, 2025) – Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn about services and products related to pregnancy and childcare during the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair at Saline Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. The baby fair is a free, family-inclusive event with games, vendors, […]
Saline County announces launch of completely new website
Saline County just announced the upcoming launch of a totally new website. It’s designed not just as a government website, but as a one-stop shop for all things Saline County. This innovative platform will serve as a hub for residents, businesses, and visitors, providing easy access to county services, community resources and a wealth of […]