The City of Benton is looking for a provider to change their software for city planning, among other things. The City announced a bid request on Monday June 1st and wants to choose a vendor on June 22nd. Read more below. The general information in Benton’s statements says, “This Request for Proposal is issued by […]
Christmas on the Square offers several events at the Courthouse; Dec 1, 11, 12, 18 & 19
Christmas on the Square is here again at the Saline County Courthouse. Each year the County decks out the Courthouse and lawn for the holidays, and welcomes Santa Claus to the Courthouse for 5 nights in December. The County already held the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony on December 1st, accompanied by the Saline County Christmas Parade. […]
Don’t confuse these two Christmas kickoffs in downtown Benton Nov 30th & Dec 1st; Parade info here also
Two big Christmas events in downtown Benton are kicking off soon and it’s easy to get them confused. 🤔 It’s also confusing for how to register to be in the Christmas Parade, so we added that info. Read the breakdown below and be the friend who knows what’s up! We give all the deets and […]
Saline County Government accepting bids for electrical and sign projects
The Saline County government currently has two projects looking for qualified applicants to bid. Electrical Boxes and Road Signage. Read more info for each project, below. BID ENDING 2025 JUNE 24 – Electrical Boxes: Saline County, Arkansas is seeking RFPs-Courthouse Lawn Electrical Boxes. Interested parties should reach out to the project architect at (501) 315-7689 or [email protected] MORE INFO: […]
Cast Your Vote for the Best Cheese Dip in Saline County Tomorrow at the Benton Farmers Market SATURDAY
Don’t miss your chance to test out and vote for the best Cheese Dip in Saline County! Leadership Saline County, in partnership with the EMpact One Foundation, is set to host the Salty Cheese Dip Festival on November 2nd from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on the Benton Farmers Market Pavillion. Get your tickets […]
Earn Best Cheese Dip Bragging Rights at the Salty Cheese Dip Festival *** New Date November 2nd***
Do you have THE BEST cheese dip recipe? Are you ready to vie for world…or at least Saline County…cheese dip domination?? It’s time to enter your recipe into the Salty Cheese Dip Festival and let your peers be the judge! Leadership Saline County, in partnership with the EMpact One Foundation, is set to host the […]
Compete at the Royal Cheese Dip Festival Oct 7th at the Courthouse
This event was in 2023. Find this year’s event at THIS LINK. 🧀 🧀 🧀 How much cheese dip can you eat and which one is your favorite? The Royal Cheese Dip Festival is coming back for a second year to test your love of dairy. This event is presented by Leadership Saline County (LSC). […]
See Santa at the Courthouse Several Nights for Pictures and Treats
Click to see the list of all the Parades and Santa Sightings. Every year, the Saline County Courthouse is covered in a beautiful light display. This year is no different and it keeps getting better, with more things to see and do. Also don’t miss Santa, his elves, Elf on the Shelf and all the […]
Enjoy Carriage Rides in Downtown Benton During the Holidays
Once again this holiday season, there will be nightly carriage rides around the Saline County Courthouse and Historic Downtown Benton. The carriage rides are $5 per person and will run nightly from November 24th until December 31st unless the weather doesn’t permit it. Follow the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/events/129706204372450/