It’s been 18 years since a firefighter fell to his death from an Interstate bridge while working the scene of an accident in Benton, Arkansas. State and local officials worked together to honor Paul Baker, and will dedicate that bridge over the Saline River as the Paul Baker Memorial Bridge. “Paul Baker exemplified bravery, sacrifice, and […]
Benton to name bridge after hometown native that became decorated Veteran of Vietnam War
The City of Benton will rename a bridge in honor of a Purple Heart Corporal who grew up here. Read more below about the man and the ceremony. Corporal Cario Fuller, of Benton Arkansas, served with the 1st Cavalry Division, 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry, B Company. At only twenty years old, Fuller was fatally wounded […]
Benton Commissions Committee to Meet Monday, August 11th
The Benton Commissions Committee will meet on Monday, August 11, 2025, immediately following the Finance meeting. See the full agenda below: City of Benton Commissions Committee Meeting Agenda August 11, 2025 Following Finance Committee Council Chambers Committee Members: Ann Spencer-Cole, Chair Frank Baptist Steve Brown Evelyn Reed, Vice Chair Bill Donnor Jeff Morrow […]
Benton Finance Committee to meet Monday, August 11th
The Finance Committees is scheduled to meet Monday, August 11, 2025, in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex immediately following the Personnel, Health & Safety which begins at 5:00 p.m. City of Benton Finance Committee Monday, August 11, 2025 410 River Street Council Chambers Immediately following Personnel, Health & Safety at 5:00 p.m. […]
Bryant Municipal Funding Committee to Meet July 24th
The City of Bryant Municipal Funding Committee will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, July 24th; 6:00 PM, at the Bryant City Hall Conference Room located at 210 SW 3rd Street. Meetings are open to the public and attendance is encouraged. If you can’t attend in person you can also watch a live stream of […]
Benton officials to consider naming bridge after fallen firefighter; Meeting July 15th
Benton City officials will consider naming a bridge after a fallen firefighter. Read the agenda and previous meeting minutes below. The story: Lt. Paul Darrin Baker was a 39-year-old truck driver, husband, father, and volunteer firefighter at Turtle Creek Fire & Rescue. On August 10, 2007, he was on the scene of a wreck on […]
Bryant Planning Commission to Hold Regular Meeting Monday, June 9th
The Bryant Planning Commission will meet on Monday, June 9th th, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Boswell Municipal Complex located at 210 SW 3rd Street in Bryant. Meetings are open to the public and Bryant residents are encouraged to attend. Bryant Planning Commission Meeting Boswell Municipal Complex – City […]
Bryant committee looks at stormwater rates for $95 million needed to mitigate flooding; Meeting May 20
Bryant is looking to find funding for stormwater/drainage issues. The current rates collect $300,000 annually, according to a report by the City. However, Bryant has identified over $95 million of long-term unfunded stormwater capital improvements to address flooding issues. The City currently charges residential customers a flat fee of $3.00 per month for stormwater services; non-residential customers $6.00 […]
Benton Commissions Committee to Meet Monday, May 12th
The Benton Commissions Committee will meet on Monday, May 12, 2025, immediately following the Finance meeting. See the full agenda below: City of Benton Commissions Committee Meeting Agenda May 12, 2025 Following Finance Committee Council Chambers Committee Members: Ann Spencer-Cole, Chair Frank Baptist Steve Brown Evelyn Reed, Vice Chair Bill Donnor Jeff Morrow […]
Bryant Planning Commission to Hold Regular Meeting Monday, May 12th
The Bryant Planning Commission will meet on Monday, May 12th, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Boswell Municipal Complex located at 210 SW 3rd Street in Bryant. Meetings are open to the public and Bryant residents are encouraged to attend. Bryant Planning Commission Meeting Boswell Municipal Complex – City Hall […]
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