A group of about 20 local residents pulled a collection of pollutants in the weight of two Clydesdale horses from the Saline River. They gathered at the Saline River on Saturday, August 17th and found enough to fill 45 large contractor bags full of trash, 29 tires, a hot tub cover, a pool liner, a […]
Saline River Access Point to Close for 2 Years for Interstate Construction
Construction to widen Interstate 30 to six lanes in Saline County requires a long-term closure of the Cherry Gingles Demuth Public Access Area and Boat Launch, according to Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) officials. Signage and barriers are being installed to close Henry Street at the southwest corner of Lake Sunset for approximately two years […]
Officials Release Latest Update on Southwest Trail for Biking and Walking
Saline County Judge Jeff Arey has released a public update on the process of creating a walking and biking trail that spans three counties, tentatively called the Southwest Trail. Find out the status of the project study, schedule information, and how to be notified when the next public meeting is scheduled. The trail is approximately […]
Public Shares Big Ideas With City for the Future of Downtown Benton
The City of Benton held a meeting Tuesday night for local residents and business owners to share their ideas about how to improve historic downtown Benton. With around 50 people present, Amanda Sturgell, an architect with Polk Stanley Wilcox – and a product of growing up in Benton – led the group on a walking […]
County Judge Details Progress and Goals for Southwest Trail for Biking and Walking
SCROLL FOR VIDEO BELOW Saline County Judge Jeff Arey spoke to WIN of Saline County (Women in Networking) on Wednesday about the progress and the goals for what – for now – organizers are calling the Southwest Trail. Sara McClain begins the event, talking about how she and others started a non-profit called Friends of […]
Agencies Show Plans for SW Trail for Walking & Biking in Saline, Pulaski & Garland Counties
UPDATE APR 11, 2019: County Judge Details Progress and Goals for Southwest Trail for Biking and Walking UPDATE NOV 20, 2018: Federal, State and Local agencies held public hearing meetings regarding the construction of the Southwest Trail (working title), a walking and biking trail spanning three counties – Pulaski, Saline & Garland (see original post […]
Dabbs Announces Bid for Third Term as Bryant Mayor
Bryant Mayor Jill Dabbs officially announced her campaign for re-election to a third term. Dabbs released the following statement on Friday morning, July 27, 2018. From: Re-Elect Mayor Dabbs Campaign Headquarters FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27th, 2018 Mayor Jill Dabbs has announced she is seeking a third term to continue serving as Bryant’s Mayor. Since […]
Sign up Now for Kids Basketball Camp June 26-29 at River Center
Sign up now for the kids basketball skill and development camp at the River Center June 26-29. This is hosted by Excel Basketball Academy and Coach Davis. You can call Coach Davis for more info at 501-626-0180. Also check out the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/xclbballacademy
NWS Issues Flood Warning Until Tuesday Afternoon
FLOOD WARNING ISSUED APRIL 28 AT 1:16PM CDT UNTIL MAY 02 AT 1:41PM CDT The National Weather Service in Little Rock has issued a Flood Warning for the Saline River at Benton. River forecasts are based on current conditions and rainfall forecasted to occur over the next 48 hours. During periods of flooding… Evening forecasts are reissued […]
Video: County Judge Gives Presentation on Proposed SW Trail, Spanning Three Counties
During the Tuesday afternoon meeting of Benton Chamber’s Civics and Government Committee, Saline County Judge Jeff Arey gave a presentation about the proposed “Southwest Trail.” MySaline was there to get video so you can see what it’s all about. Some brief points: It would run through three counties – Pulaski, Saline & Garland. It probably […]