You’ll see some familiar faces from Saline County in these winning teams. The Arkansas Green Diamonds (AROK) recently showcased their basketball skills at the Mississippi and Arkansas Senior Olympics Basketball Tournament. They competed in three different age division from 50-64. The 55’s team brought home the Bronze medal in Mississippi, while the 60’s team achieved […]
Nominate someone by June 3rd for the Senior Arkansas Hall of Fame
The deadline to nominate some worthy person for the Senior Arkansas Hall of Fame is June 3, 2024. The Arkansas Department of Human Services’ Division of Aging, Adult and Behavioral Health Services recognizes outstanding senior Arkansans who have served their communities and enhanced the lives of fellow Arkansas seniors. Seniors may be nominated by anyone. The […]
Senior Centers not closing, just changing service providers
UPDATE MAY 14, 2024 Because the rumor mill is still churning, here’s the main point of this article – the Senior Activity Centers are not closing. The two locations in Saline County (one at The River Center in Benton and one at The Center at Bishop in Bryant) are under administration by Central Arkansas Development […]
Senior 3 on 3 tourney June 1st features appearance by former Razorbacks players
Come see the 2024 Arkansas Senior Olympics 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament featuring an appearance by former Razorbacks players. Come cheer on your Arkansas Diamonds, Gems, and Big Dogs. This event is free admission. Read More Below See special guests, “The Triplets,” Marvin Delph, Sidney Moncrief, and Ron Brewer. Watch free throw and 3 point […]
Moved to Oct 29th – Empire to host 8th Annual Trunk or Treat
Empire’s 8th Annual Trunk or Treat is coming. Bring the family in costume – the event has been moved to Sunday, October 29th from 4-6pm. There will be games, candy, fun, and food trucks. The address is 3524 Alcoa Road in Benton (map). This event is presented by Empire Kids, Connect Academy for Children, and […]
Candy, costume contest & kids zone – Come to Monster Madness in Bryant Oct 28th
Come experience Monster Madness on Saturday, October 28th in Bryant. The Bryant Boys & Girls Club invites the community for free trick-or-treating and a kids fun zone for up to 5th grade. Enter the costume contest for $5 and you could win a cash prize. The whole family should come for all the fun, along […]
Bring the family to Trunk or Treat at Alcoa Pines Oct 27; Candy, Silent auction & Resident costume contest
It’s a Halloween Festival at Alcoa Pines. There will be a Trunk or Treat in the parking lot. Residents and staff will dress for the 70s and 80s to compete in a costume contest. Come on Friday, October 27th, from 6-8 p.m. The location is at Alcoa Pines Health and Rehabilitation, 3300 Alcoa Road in […]
FBI warns Arkansans about drug trafficking scam
The FBI in Little Rock says Arkansans have fallen for this one fraud scheme to the tune of around $5 million since 2021. The scammers impersonate federal law enforcement officials and attempt to extort money. HOW THE SCAM WORKS Criminals initiate this scam by spoofing (digitally faking) authentic phone numbers linked to towns along […]
Saline Memorial Behavioral Health Hosting Senior Health & Resource Fair Sept 30th
The Saline Memorial Behavioral Health unit is hosting a Senior Health & Resource Fair in at the Benton Senior Center in partnership with the Right Insurance Agency. This event will take place on Friday, September 30th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The address is 1800 Citizens Drive in Benton. This event will include information, […]
Money Mondays: 3 Things About Market Fluctuations – for Young Investors & Seasoned Ones
What Goes Up… Must Come Down? “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” –Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King’s words hold true, whether in context of his social justice efforts or an investment portfolio. While […]