Overnight work on the Interstate could get noisy near downtown Benton at the week’s beginning. Read more below. Work on Interstate 30 in Saline County requires temporary overnight closures of the outside lane of I-30 eastbound and the on-ramp at Exit 116 (Sevier Street/South Street). This will happen Sunday and Monday overnight: From 9 p.m. […]
Arkansas lawmaker proposes gas tax “holiday” to combat surging prices; Opponents say roads will suffer
As gas prices across Arkansas hover around $4.00 per gallon, State Representative Kendon Underwood (R-16) is following federal efforts, calling for an emergency suspension of state fuel taxes. The proposal, announced Thursday, seeks a 90-day suspension of the state’s 24.7-cent gasoline tax and 28.5-cent diesel fuel tax. Underwood is requesting that Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders […]
Saline County to consider Birch Tree, River Ranch and more developments May 14th
Several developments are seeking approval from the County Planning Board on Friday evening. The Saline County Planning Board will meet Friday, May 14, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Saline County Courthouse. Planning Board members scheduled for roll call include: Chairman Layne Penfield, Randy Ives, Matt Nalley, Kylie Parker, Sherry Spann, Justin McCauley, Brad Moody, Alan Jessup, Rhonda Sanders, Selleck Childress, Jeremiah Oltmans. Board members will […]
See blacksmith Bill Leshe demonstrate his craft at History Society meeting May 14th
Join Saline County History & Heritage Society (SCHHS) for this month’s program, featuring Mr. Bill Leshe, a blacksmith and retired history teacher. Read more below. Mr. Leshe will present a live blacksmithing demonstration on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The program begins at 6:00 p.m. The location this time is at the Downtown Benton Farmers Market […]
Man arrested after hit-and-run that kills mother and children
Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) have arrested Victor Reyes, 33, of Little Rock, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred Sunday, May 3, 2026, at around 9:15 p.m. on Arch Street near Dixon Road. The multi-fatality crash occurred when a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado, that ASP […]
Saline County committees to meet May 4; election worker stipends on agenda
The Saline County Public Works & Safety Committee and Finance Committee will meet Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Saline County Courthouse to discuss several items, including funding for election worker stipends. The meetings are scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. in Courtroom #3 at the Saline County Courthouse in Benton. During the Public Works […]
Saline County to consider library tax decrease, budget changes and county flag; Meeting Monday
Saline County officials will discuss several items at the next Quorum Court meeting on Monday, including a proposed vote on a library funding decrease, changes to the county budget, and adoption of an official county flag. County committees have already discussed these issues, but it is the Quorum Court that has the authority to vote […]
Benton Streets and Drainage to Meet April 14th
The Streets and Drainage will hold their Monthly Committee Meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 immediately following the Personal and Finance Meeting beginning at 5:00 PM. It will be held in Council Chambers in the Benton City Hall. City of Benton Streets and Drainage Meeting April 14, 2026 Council Chambers 410 River Street At 5:00 […]
Saline County Committees Reject Animal Control Ordinance, Advance Flag and Library Tax Reduction
Saline County committees debated long-standing public safety concerns and funding issues Monday night, April 6, 2026. Members rejected a proposed animal control ordinance after intense discussion, approved a county flag resolution, and advanced a proposal that could reduce library funding if voters approve it in November. During an evening of committee meetings, justices of the […]
Highway Commission to Review Finances, Projects at April 1 Meeting
The Arkansas State Highway Commission will meet Wednesday, April 1st, for its regular monthly meeting at the Arkansas Department of Transportation’s Central Office. The meeting is set for 10 a.m. in the auditorium at ARDOT headquarters, 10324 Interstate 30 in Little Rock. The meeting is open to the public. Commissioners are expected to approve minutes […]
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