So, you are sad that the bowling alley is gone. I am too. It’s been since March 2015 that Enterprise Lanes was finally closed after its sale to someone who had other plans for the property. You don’t have to be a good bowler to like bowling. I’m terrible at it, but it’s still fun […]
Archives for August 2016
Benton Mayor Announces Alcoa Road Widening Progress, Millage Decrease & a New Car Dealership
(Left to right) Susie Everett joined Mayor Mattingly for the final announcement of a new Infiniti dealership coming to Benton. Benton Mayor David Mattingly called a press conference Thursday morning, August 18, 2016 to make three special announcements. The first announcement is about the widening of Alcoa Road from the interstate to Benton Parkway. Mattingly […]
The Public Is Invited Sept 14th to a Presentation for the New School Coming
It could be coming soon to Saline County – a new school for high school age kids. It will be a Career & Technical Education school, where students can learn real career skills. This type of education is known to have a positive impact on graduation rates as well as turn out qualified employees for […]
Benton Burglary Suspect Was Found Right Next Door, Thanks to Residents’ Help
Residents in a Benton neighborhood assisted officers from the Benton Police Department in identifying a man with an active absconding warrant. Timothy Swank, 41, of Benton surrendered to officers after arrival of a SWAT team Wednesday morning. At approximately 10:25 p.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the 500 block of Latimer for a report of a possible burglary in progress. […]
Logan’s Roadhouse Closing 21 Locations
Yes, Logan’s Roadhouse has filed for bankruptcy and plans to close several of their restaurants – however, the one in Bryant does not seem to be on the butcher block. Like the Ruby Tuesday news, they are closing restaurants, but so far ours looks safe AND we’re keeping an eye on the situation. This article gives […]
Former Corrections Officer Sentenced 30 Years After Pleading Guilty to Sexual Assault on Minor
UPDATE: AUG 15 2016 12PM Gary Vice, age 56, on Friday was sentenced to 30 years in prison, and was ordered to report Monday, August 15, 2016, for transfer to custody of Arkansas Department of Corrections this morning and did so. His current mugshot is seen below. Note that anyone can sign up through VineLink.com […]
Video: Fountain Gets Foamed on Last Day Before School
On Sunday, August 14, 2016, it looked like someone needed a last hurrah (a.k.a., prank) for the summer break from school. This is soap of some kind causing the fountain at Hurricane Lake Estates in Benton to foam out of control. The videos are by Shelli Poole. The first video is actually an update from […]
NBA Star Sidney Moncrief Inspires Bryant Faculty to Work as #OneTeam
Photos courtesy of Bryant School District The Bryant School District welcomed former NBA star Sidney Moncrief to speak about “One Team.” Teachers and staff from Bryant’s high school, two middle schools and seven elementary schools were participating in their professional development day, Monday, August 8, 2016. First Security Bank sponosored breakfast and #BryantOneTeam t-shirts for Bryant teachers […]
Shelli Interviews Bryant Mayor Dabbs to Discuss What’s Next Now That the Bond Extension Passed
Scroll down for video and image of proposed plan for Bryant Parkway. We know now that the special election that the City of Bryant held on Tuesday, August 9th, 2016, was successful for their parks, streets and fire departments. Each measure passed, extending the bond to pay for improvements in those areas. I met with […]
Newest Big Red Store Opens on South Street in Benton
We talked about this in February and now… The newest Big Red Store is open in Saline County. It’s on South Street and Interstate 30 in Benton at the 116 exit. Congrats to the owners on a new store. This is a locally-owned company, guys! #shoplocal! Remember, you can also get your Salt Bowl tickets and t-shirts […]
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