There’s a Mexican restaurant moving into Benton territory, but they are no strangers to the area. It’s almost time for the Cinco de Mayo celebrations, so this news is timely. Don’t assume anything as you read on, because I almost need a family tree to tell you how this is going to happen. There were […]
Royal Players choose three students to receive their 2023 college scholarships
Congratulations to this year’s recipients of scholarships from the Royal Players. This Scholarship program began in 1995. Three members of the Young Players theatre troupe were honored with scholarships. Chris Owen (not pictured) and Daphne Shoppach presented the awards. Hayden Griffis, graduating from Bauxite High School, is the son of Michelle and Gentry Griffis. He plans […]
Benton Native Ken Yang Announces Republican Bid for House District 83
See the campaign announcement below for Ken Yang (R) for State Representative, District 83. Benton Native Ken Yang Announces Republican Bid for House District 83 “I will be ready to serve and fight for the people of District 83 on Day 1.” Republican Ken Yang, born and raised in Benton, Arkansas, has officially announced his […]
Chain store to close all locations – including one in Benton
On Thursday, a Dallas judge approved the sale of a nationwide chain to close all their stores – eight of them in Arkansas. The Tuesday Morning Corporation described itself as “a leading off-price retailer of home goods and décor,” in a press release. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on February 14, 2023, in […]
[VIDEO] Benton’s EAST students feature Trevor Villines in “Community Spotlight” interview series
Trevor Villines – Saline County Communications Director By: BHS EAST – Jonah Chrestman, Micah Meredith, and Noah Kappert Everybody knows about the many members of the federal government, but only a few think about those who work in our local government and do more for their own communities. Trevor Villines is one of those in […]
Get lunch Apr 28th and support charity for awareness of child abuse
Show your support for Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center (CAMCAC) at the annual Child Abuse Awareness Rally. Come to the Saline County Courthouse lawn on Friday, April 28th to honor those who faithfully serve children and families in our community who have been affected by abuse. The rally begins at 11:30 a.m. and the fundraiser […]
Sign up for the Saline Lyle Park River Canoe Race; Rescheduled to June 3rd
Register to race in a canoe or a kayak at the Lyle Park Saline River Canoe Race and Family Festival. This event is offered by Benton Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Saline River Canoe. Originally planned for April 29th, race day has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 3rd, due to more rain in the […]
April event cancellled: Downtown Benton’s Third Thursday will start in May
First off, can I please lament that no one can agree on how to spell cancelled/canceled? Every time we have inclement winter weather, it’s a conundrum. So I have resolved to spell it with 3 Ls. Nextly, there has been a lot of rain. Those in charge of Third Thursday at the City of Benton […]
City of Benton to discuss aspects of disaster planning; meeting Apr 26th
The City of Benton will meet for disaster planning on Wednesday April 26th. The meeting is open to the public at the Benton Municipal Complex at 114 S East Street. It begins at 2:00 p.m. in the Mayor’s conference room. Discussion will include a review of disaster plans for the county and surrounding cities. There […]
Boisterous from the beginning, get tickets for Hello Dolly! The award winning musical Apr 20th-30th
The Royal Players presents the record-setting Broadway hit, Hello, Dolly! Based on the Thornton Wilder play called The Matchmaker, Hello, Dolly! went on to earn over ten Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, Best Book, and Best Score for authors MICHAEL STEWART and JERRY HERMAN. Hello Dolly! is boisterous and charming from start to finish, featuring such memorable songs as “Before the Parade Passes […]
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