For more than a decade, visitors walking through the front doors of Saline Health System were greeted by the same familiar voice — warm, talkative and always ready with directions or a story. For children, there was often an added bonus: a teddy bear delivered with the enthusiasm of someone who never tired of giving […]
Saline County to Host “The Great Saline County Clean-Up” on Saturday, April 11
Saline County officials, in partnership with Recycle Saline, are inviting residents to participate in The Great Saline County Clean-Up on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The countywide volunteer effort will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with multiple cleanup locations established across Saline County. The meetup spots are as follows: Saline County Road […]
“Saline County Cares” connects nonprofits, resources to support local residents
Did you know you can get involved to help the community through the Saline County Cares organization? It’s a collaborative network of nonprofits and community partners that meets monthly to share resources and coordinate efforts to better serve local residents. Read more below. A growing network of nonprofits, businesses, and social service organizations is working […]
Saline County Warming Center extended through Feb 2nd
Due to an extended forecast calling for multiple days of sustained subfreezing temperatures, the Saline County Community Warming Center has been extended through Monday, February 2, at 10 a.m. See below for details and how to volunteer or donate, plus resources and other info. The Warming Center was previously scheduled to close on Thursday, January 29, at 10:00 a.m. With […]
Benton business named “Champion of the Year” for river cleanup efforts
Michael and Tonya Sacomani, owners of Saline River Canoe in Benton, were named 2025 Champion Team of the Year by Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association. The recognition celebrates their outstanding dedication to community engagement, environmental stewardship, and the continued promotion of outdoor recreation along the Saline River. Read more and see gallery below. Founded in 2008, Saline River Canoe began […]
Hot Springs Village looking for volunteer help with work day at Desoto golf course
The Hot Springs Village Golf Committee needs volunteers to help with some simple maintenance and cleaning jobs on the Desoto course. The Committee states in a notice that their maintenance and grounds crews do a great job keeping the courses beautiful, however, they could use a little help with the list of things below. 👇 READ […]
Come help with the Annual Black Friday Saline River cleanup Nov 24th
Every year after Thanksgiving, a dedicated group of people heads to the Saline River in Benton, Arkansas, to clean up what others have left behind. Saline River Canoe (SRC) and ACC BOATR invites locals once again to join them for the 12th Annual Black Friday Cleanup. Come out to help, starting at 10 a.m. […]
Meet with Avilla Community Garden Mar 2nd to organize or adopt a plot
The Avilla Community Garden will have an organizational meeting on Thursday, March 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall at Zion Lutheran Church of Avilla, across the road from the garden. The church address is 300 Avilla E, Alexander, AR 72002. If you are interested in helping keep the community garden in operation, have […]
Royal Players to expand costumes & rent out pieces; Get service hours or a season pass by helping them move
The Royal Players announce that the public will soon be able to rent costumes. But first… They are moving their costume house and expanding. The owner of The Costume Closet in Little Rock that rents costumes to the public is retiring and donating all of the costumes to The Royal Players. They plan to set […]
Enter to Win a Hand Painted Sofa with Habitat for Humanity
The Habitat for Humanity of Saline County Restore is hosting a fundraiser drawing for a hand painted loveseat to raise money for their programs. $10.00 purchases you a chance to win the drawing that will be held on September 1st and tickets are available for purchase at the Habitat Restore.