ORIGINAL JUL 9, 2018 9:20AM The Bryant Police Department (BPD) arrested a Bryant daycare worker on charges of child abuse. According to a statement, McKenzie Howell, age 19, was arrested Monday about 8:00 a.m. after an investigation uncovered enough video evidence for two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Minor 1st Degree (Class D Felony). […]
Saline County Library Unveils New Makerspace, featuring 3D Printer, Sewing, Filmmaking
The Saline County Library Benton branch opened its first Makerspace to the public on Saturday, June 23rd. The Makerspace is a place dedicated to allowing people of all ages to create and learn at the library for free. The library had its soft opening for the Makerspace on Saturday to let patrons come in and […]
ASMSA graduates 106 in Class of 2018; Nine from Saline County
The Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts celebrated commencement for 106 members of the Class of 2018 on May 26 at Horner Hall in the Hot Springs Convention Center. This class included nine students from Saline County. Four students are from Benton – Samantha Baxley, Alyssa Easterling, Jacob Jackson, and Jack McWilliams. Four students are […]
Bryant High School Announces 2018 Honor Graduates
Bryant High School announces the Class of 2018 honor graduates. Top honors were earned by Carissa Blair Colclasure, Valedictorian, and Gabriel Paige Bonvillain, Salutatorian. All graduates must complete local requirements for Smart Core as defined by the State Board of Education and the Bryant Board of Education plus additional qualifications. Implemented for the Class of 2018, Bryant High School […]
Come After Lunch Thursday for the Dedication of Jerry Henson Playground in Bryant
The Bryant Boys and Girls Club will hold a special ceremony at 1:15 p.m. Thursday, May 17th, to dedicate the playground named in honor of Jerry Henson. His work with the Club left an indelible positive mark for the kids and community. Henson passed away earlier this year. The address is 6401 Boone Road in Bryant […]
Register Kids for Track and Tennis by May 13 at Benton Parks
Hurry to sign up your kids (ages 5-16) for Youth Track and Summer Tennis Clinics at Benton Parks and Recreation. The registration deadline is Sunday, May 13th. For more info, call 501-776-5970. Click to register online: https://apm.activecommunities.com/bentonrec
Benton Girl Crowned 2018 Little Miss of Arkansas
American Pageants crowned a state titleholder effective May 1, 2018 in Benton, Arkansas. 7-year-old Amelia Lisowe of Benton was crowned Little Miss of Arkansas 2018. Candidates competing for the title are judged in four distinct categories: Scholastic Achievement, School Activities and Community Service, Personality Poise and Projection, and Interview. President Sunny Hill stated: “This pageant […]
Benton Youth Wins Tennis Championship in Spring League
Congratulations to Peyton Shipp for earning the top spot in Benton Parks Dept 16U Spring Tennis League. Peyton’s coaches were Brandon Kiker and Zachary Noga. His parents are Michael and Kim Shipp. Peyton is in the 8th grade at Benton Schools. He made the high school team last week for his Freshman year.
“Tiny Twilights” Cheer Team Earns U.S. Championship Title in Florida
Congratulations to the Tiny Twilights from Leah’s Gymnastics and Cheerleading (LGC) for winning a championship in the U.S. Finals recently. This national competition was held in Pensacola, Florida on April 15th. The girls are now Champions in Tiny Novice D2 Small. Pictured are Rylin Nguyen, Mya Petersen, Caroline Bisbee, Raegan Rouse, KK Hamilton, and Chloe Teague. […]
Public Invited to Free Concert in Benton Feb 22, Featuring Professional Accordionist, Violinist and Student Musicians
Ovation Music Academy invites the public to a concert, 7:00 p.m., Thursday, February 22nd, at 406 W. South Street in Benton. Enjoy an evening with Barbara Muller on accordion, featuring concert violinist Oksana. Along with these professional musicians, the school’s students will perform. Elizabeth Pavilionis will play her Venus harp. Vocal students Maggie Nash, Sarabeth […]