Get ready to skate this winter. Benton Parks and Recreation will open their skating rink for the season, beginning Sunday, December 1st at the Downtown Farmers Market. The price for general admission is FREE, but you must reserve. See other details below. Scroll down for • Hours • How to Reserve • Rink Rules. The […]
Santa is coming to the Library in all 3 locations
The Saline County Library will welcome Santa Claus at all three locations this season. Read the details below Bring the kids to visit and get a picture with Santa at the Library, in one of the following places and times: Santa will be at the EAST END branch on Monday, December 9th from 3:30 PM to […]
Secretary Kendall Penn announces resignation from Arkansas Dept of VA
Major General (Retired) Kendall Penn will resign as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) effective December 31, 2024. READ MORE BELOW Penn’s military career began in Benton in 1982 when he enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard. He was appointed 2nd ADVA Secretary on January 10, 2023. Prior to that, he served as […]
Saline County scout pushing for gaga ball with fundraiser Nov 23rd
A local scout is organizing a sale to be held November 23rd as a fundraiser to build a pit for playing gaga ball at Midtowne Church in Benton. Kara Ivy is a scout in the American Heritage Girls (AHG). She is interested in the sport of gaga ball and wants to introduce it to the […]
Benton’s Small Town Christmas starts with tree lighting Dec 1st; includes Skating, Santa, Parade, a Run, Snowball Fight, a Giveaway & more
The City of Benton has tons of holiday fun planned for residents in this year’s Small Town Christmas. It all starts on Sunday, December 1st, with a ceremony gathering the community around the giant Christmas tree in the park downtown. After it lights up, the season begins! Read below for the list of all the […]
Northside’s Holiday Craft Fair promises music, food & shopping Nov 23rd
Northside Church of Christ is hosting a Holiday Craft Fair on November 23rd, 2024. READ MORE BELOW Come from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on that Saturday. Get your gifts and decorations while supporting Corin Read Christian camp. It’s free admission, free parking, and there will be music, food and gifts. Northside is located at 917 […]
Panthers beat Bulldogs in b-ball matchup; Gray & Asher named Players of the Week
By:BHS EAST students Fall 2024 The Benton Panthers basketball team is making their mark on the 2024 season, beating the Fayetteville Bulldogs in a “matchup” in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Read details from the game, players of the week and upcoming games below. Read more below Over the weekend, at the DA Showcase Matchup Tournament in Jacksonville, […]
See the schedule for Santa at the Gazebo, Character night & Special Needs night
Santa Claus 🎅 will be at the gazebo in downtown Benton five nights this season. Put it on your schedule to see the beautiful lighted decor at the Saline County Courthouse. The kids (and adults) can get a picture with him, tell him Christmas wishes, and enjoy free cookies 🍪 and hot cocoa. ☕ Read […]
Get a flu shot for free at CJCOHN Nov 20th
Come to the free flu shot clinic on November 20, 2024 in Benton. This is on the same day as food and clothing distribution and signups to receive a Christmas basket. Show up on that Wednesday between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Staff from Walgreens will administer the flu vaccines at the CJCOHN facility. The […]
Here’s how to get food & clothing assistance, donate or volunteer at CJCOHN in Benton (aka CJOHN)
Find out how to get food and clothing assistance, or help the team to serve at CJCOHN. This article answers the following: █ How do I get assistance? █ How can I donate or volunteer? █ What is CJCOHN? (pronounced “CJOHN” and sometimes spelled that way) read below for how it works get assistance When […]