I said yesterday that I wasn’t going to write this story, but I can’t say nothing. Whit Jones has died. He was formerly my editor when I wrote a column for the (then) Benton Courier. According to the Pulaski County Coroner report, he died in his home in Little Rock on Thursday morning, January 21, 2016. The […]
The 1836 Lenz House in Benton is getting restoration attention from citizen group
Hundreds of cars drive on Highway 5 North in Benton daily, passing by this faded 19th century home. Locals have seen it fall from majesty to disrepair to dilapidation over the past few decades. Now finally, a group of individuals have come forth in an effort to save the home and heritage it represents. Anthony […]
Saline 13 Interview: Jana Helton Keeps Busy, With a Big Future in “Store”
Saline 13 features interviews of Saline County residents, so we can meet our neighbors by way of them answering 13 set-in-stone questions. Click to see other Saline 13 Interviews and submit your own 13 answers. Jana Helton, age 36 of Lonsdale 1. Describe the structure of your immediate family. I am married to Damon Helton and we […]
Taste of D-Light in Bryant Closing
I received a message from a reader yesterday that said they believe Taste of D-Light, a long-time Chinese restaurant in Bryant, was auctioning off equipment yesterday. He believes they are closing. I have heard from a reputable source that owners Jerry & Lee Jones have sold to someone who will make it a liquor store. […]
What to Do During a Boil Water Advisory
The Center for Disease Control has released the following guide for what to do during a boil order: Boiling water Disinfecting water If you are unable to boil your water, disinfect it instead. If tap water is clear: Use unscented bleach (bleach that does not have an added scent). Add 1/8 teaspoon (8 drops or […]
Favored Boutique Closing Physical Location – Liquidation Sale
I hate to see the physical location close, but at the very least, we will still have Evolution Boutique online. Owner Julie Smith sent out the following letter to Evolution customers: We have enjoyed serving you, as the “Consignment store in Bryant,” for the last 3 years. We love each of you and appreciate the support you […]
Mexican Restaurant Gone and New One In Its Place
Posted by Debbie Ball on December 30, 2015 at 2:00pm So we went to eat at Mi Tierra on Edison last night and was presented with a completely different menu with a new restaurant name. I can’t remember the name at the moment. The food was really good but I had fallen in love […]
Big Light Show in Mabelvale Built by a Kid, Benefits Kids
We look for extraordinary Christmas light displays every year and this one just east of Shannon Hills is a big deal in a few ways. They call it “a big piece of Christmas on a tiny dirt road.” Shane Johnson started a light show last year and has greatly expanded it this year. There are […]
Benton PD Gets Naloxone Kits to Reverse Overdose Effects from Opioids
The Benton Police Department (BNPD) announces a plan to provide their officers with Naloxone kits. Naloxone is a medication used to reverse the effects of opioids especially in overdose. The BNPD is the first agency in the state to produce a Naloxone Training video for officers, and the video has been certified through the Arkansas Commission […]
“Old River Bridge” to Begin Restoration with $500K Federal Grant
A non-profit group, Saline Crossing, Inc. has been working for about eight years to develop a park with walking trails in Benton, using the “Old River Bridge” as a key to the project. They got the news on December 4, 2015, that Saline County has been awarded a grant in the amount of $500,000 for […]