Pop some popcorn and wave your American flag! The Olympics are here! In what seems like a world gone mad we are taking a pause in the crazy to focus our attention on Paris, France and those 5 beautiful rings that unite us all. That’s right folks, the Summer Olympics are finally here! It’s been […]
AR Village Quilt Show coming to Benton Sept 27-28; Vendor spots available
Don’t miss the AR Village Quilt Show to be held at the Benton Event Center on Sept 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See a variety of quilts from traditional to modern and one-of-a-kind art. READ MORE BELOW The show accepted quilt entries with 11 varied categories. Quilters of all skill levels […]
Former Benton officer named State Trooper of the Year after intentional crash
What do you do when a vehicle is going the wrong way on the Interstate? Austin Duncan was named Arkansas State Trooper of the Year Award for 2023 for his actions in the situation. This was one of two honors he received. Duncan is a former Benton Police officer – now a State Trooper. Trooper Duncan, […]
Saline Health System earns Platinum Performance Achievement Award
BENTON, Ark. (July 16, 2024) – Saline Memorial Hospital has earned the 2024 Platinum Performance Achievement Award, the highest honor available from the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry. Hospitals that participate in the registry report data about all acute myocardial infarctions treated, and the quality of care is tracked based […]
Benton Parks employee named Coach of the Year in category for swimming
A Benton Parks and Recreation employee was honored recently as 2024 Arkansas Swimming Age Group Coach of the Year, according to a statement released from Benton Parks and Recreation Director Stephanie Jones. READ MORE BELOW Adam Nelsen serves as the Aquatics Director for the City of Benton. He is a huge asset to the City […]
Bekka says it’s time to stop it. And stop it right now.
I’m angry and I’m absolutely fed up. There is an issue in the lives of our young people that supersedes anything else we are dealing with on a daily basis and it’s time we call out the elephant in the room and figure out what we, as individuals, as groups, and as a community are […]
Ron Stailey, 1954-2024 – Marine Veteran, Host of Benton’s “Tradio” Host, dies at age 70
James “Ron” Ronald Stailey, Sr., passed away on July 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, friendship, and dedication. Born on May 10, 1954, in North Little, AR, Ron lived a full life filled with adventure, selflessness, and camaraderie. After graduating from North Little Rock High school, and getting his Communications Degree at […]
Make an appointment for Saline County back-to-school immunization clinic Aug 16
The Saline County Health Unit, part of the Arkansas Department of Health, will host a vaccine clinic on August 16th for children going back to school. The hours will be 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. READ MORE BELOW Appointment slots are open now. Call 501-303-5650 to get on the schedule. They are offering all required […]
ARDOT to close Interstate 30 Ramp Wednesday in Benton
Construction to widen Interstate 30 (I-30) to six lanes in Saline County requires the closure of the South Street on-ramp to I-30 westbound in Benton from 10 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 through 6 a.m. Thursday, July 18. See the detour map below, provided by ARDOT. Weather permitting, crews will close the ramp to allow traffic […]
Obituary – Former Benton Mayor Richard “Rick” Stephen Holland dies July 15, 2024
Richard Stephen Holland, 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Rick was born in Benton, Arkansas, on October 17, 1954. Born to the late Bernard Worth Holland and Gracie Duncan Holland, Rick is predeceased by his parents and his brother George Holland. He is survived by his beloved wife […]
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