Benton Parks and Recreation presents “Cruis’n with Claus,” Saturday, December 5th. This is a FREE community event, presented by the Jeff Mattingly Foundation. Come to one of three locations in Benton to have your picture taken with Santa, enjoy holiday music, hot cocoa and a holiday gift box from Santa and his elves. Gift box […]
Bryant student jumpstarts plan to build Alcoa skatepark
This story was originally published on Prospective Online, the Bryant High School student news website by Kaycee Browning on November 10, 2020 Delinquents. Lazy. Potheads. The stigma surrounding skateboarders has been a prevalent misunderstanding for years. But there’s a certain courage and dedication that is fostered by people who skate, and it pushes them to spread their […]
Library begins curbside Click & Go notification system for holds pickup
In an effort to continue serving the community safely, the Saline County Library will begin offering Curbside Click & Go for holds pick-up through the Mid-Ark Regional Library System app. Curbside Click & Go is a safe and convenient way for a patron to pick up their holds. Instead of calling the library and waiting […]
Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Funds Surpass $1 Billion Mark; Apply Now
With the $8,447,337 raised in proceeds last month, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) has now exceeded $1 billion in available funding for scholarships. The official proceeds figure since the lottery started in 2009 is $1,001,680,567.38. During this fiscal year which began July 1, scholarship proceeds stand at $32,594,405 through Oct. 31, 2020. ASL Director Eric […]
Anna Editorializes: Social media and political polarization – people seek information that enforces what they already believe
Election Day was Tuesday, and social media is exploding with political discourse. Scientists, celebrities, athletes, artists, and your next-door neighbor pack your Twitter feed with opinions, complaints, and praises. Political discourse, the free exchange of beliefs, is essential to democracy. Good discussion is the foundation of compromise, and Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube allow for […]
Haskell PD to hand out candy on Halloween
The Haskell Police Department will be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters on Halloween night, Saturday, October 31st. Kids can get out or parents can just drive through. Wearing a mask preferred but not necessary.
Wildcats navigate Wolf River with stingy defense
The Central Arkansas Soccer Club ’08 Wildcats claimed their second straight tournament championship on Sunday, defeating Germantown Legends White 2-0 to win the Wolf River Classic Copa Division. Fullbacks Bethany Arbeene, Raegan Leung and Tatum Lewis worked the sidelines well, while centerbacks Lydia Hall and Presley McNab helped hold down Germantown’s attack along with midfielders […]
BNPD Investigating Sexual Misconduct Allegations at Childcare Facility
The Benton Police Department recently began investigating allegations of sexual misconduct at Childcare Network, Inc. on Military Road. No charges have been filed, and the investigation remains ongoing. BNPD detectives are diligently working leads and request anyone with information to please contact BNPD at 501-776-5947. Tips may also be called in at 501-778-1171 or 501-315-TIPS, […]
Bauxite wins homecoming game; Cooper crowned queen
The Bauxite Miners beat the Fountain Lake Cobras 23-21 on Homecoming night, October 16, 2020. Samantha Cooper was crowned Queen during the coronation by the Student Council President, Baylor McElhaney. Also pictured is the Queen and her court. (Photos by Shelby Sorrells).
Skating Center closed, but there’s a new chapter underway for this Benton property
Benton Skate Center has been a staple for youth entertainment for many years, but owner Tracy Gay has decided to hang up the skates. However, she’s not quite ready to sell the building. Bonnie Johnson, owner of Helping Hands, a second hand store and charity at 809 West South Street in Benton, said that Gay […]
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