UPDATE AUG 22 2016 5PM I’ve not received official word from authorities regarding the cause of this fire, but the 911 report states that it was arson, with damages in the amount of $20,000. ORIGINAL AUG 20 2016 9AM The Saline County Sheriff’s Office reports a fire crew working a blaze at a mobile home in the […]
“Ares,” K-9 Officer at Benton PD, Has Died
The Benton Police Department has announced the passing of beloved K-9 Officer Ares on Friday, August 19, 2016. Ares, although being on a heartworm preventative, had contracted a strain of heartworms last year. He went through a series of treatments and had been released by veterinarians to return to full duty several months ago. While no […]
Benton Foster Parents Accused of Abuse
Detectives with the Benton Police Department were notified early Thursday, Aug. 18 of a suspected child abuse case. The detectives are working jointly with the Arkansas State Police Crimes Against Children Division on the on-going investigation. Benton school officials notified Benton Police Department School Resource officers, and the Arkansas State Police through the state child […]
Sheriff’s Reserve Deputy Helping With Security in Flooded Louisiana
I heard this morning about a Saline County man who was headed down to Louisiana to help with security during this time of flooding. Sgt. Paul Viner of the Saline County Sheriff’s Office said that Reserve Deputy Dwight McInturff volunteered his own time to go to Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office to help with traffic and patrol. The […]
So You Want a Bowling Alley Again? Let’s Make This Happen
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 […]
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 […]