The Saline County Planning Board will consider a few property developments at the meeting Thursday October 9, 2025. The public is invited to this meeting at 5:30 p.m. at the Saline County Courthouse. Read more below. AGENDA PRESENTATION OF MINUTES: September 11, 2025 OLD BUSINESS: ● NEW BUSINESS: ● Rolling Meadows Estates Lot 11R/12R – Replat […]
Number One BBQ in U.S. – Wright’s announces they are coming to Benton
In 2024, Yelp named them on their Top 100 Barbecue Spots – at number one. In September, they were named Certified Angus Beef BBQ Establishment of the Year. In 2025, Southern Living Magazine named them the number one barbecue joint in Arkansas. In 2025… or maybe 2026, they will add a new location in Benton, […]
Benton to consider Scott Salem development and rezone for Blue Heaven property; Meeting Oct 7th
The Benton Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, October 7th to consider changes in several properties, including a possible development on Scott Salem Road (6f below), and a rezoning at the Blue Heaven restaurant property (6b below). See more info and images below. The meeting is open to the public and begins at 6:00 p.m. […]
MySaline shines a spotlight on Floors and More, voted 2025 Saline County Favorite in Floors
Saline County Favorites Spotlight: Floors and More For more than four decades, Floors and More has been helping Saline County families create spaces they love to live in. This year, the community showed its appreciation by voting their business Best Flooring/Installation Company in the Saline County Favorites awards. Owner Carlton says the honor reflects the […]
Empire’s Annual Trunk or Treat Happens October 25th
Empire Cheerleading will host their Annual Trunk or Treat October 25th from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Empire Cheerleading, 3524 Alcoa Road in Benton. Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family fun at Empire Kids’ annual Trunk or Treat! They are turning their parking lot into a festive Halloween wonderland with: Trick-or-treating from decked-out […]
Scooter’s sells land & Scrub-a-Dub builds – Benton business news
Two Benton business are making big changes – a coffee shop is selling and a dog groomer is building. Read more below. ☕First let’s talk about Scooter’s Coffee. They purchased land at the intersection of Highway 5 North and Alcoa Road, then built and opened a drive-thru restaurant in October 2023. A little history: If […]
Nominate a Young Person to be Recognized for EMpact Foundation YES! Award
Do you know a young person who goes out of their way to make a positive impact on our community? The EMpact One Foundation wants to recognize them with the YES! Award! When youth say “YES!” to service and philanthropy, they become changemakers and leaders within their community. Whether it’s a project at their school, […]
Ribbon Cuttings, Jobs, Deals, Community Events and more – the Benton Chamber newsletter is packed!!
Learn what membership with the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce can do for your business, and scroll down to see current business news from current Chamber members! Board & Staff • Membership Benefits • Membership Directory • Monthly Newsletter – April 2024 • Events Scroll down for current Chamber Member News in these categories: ✂️Ribbon Cuttings 💼Job Postings […]
Car Wash in Benton sells to chain with Travis Kelce among investors
If you’re wondering why the car wash at Highway 5 and Kenwood is closed, it’s because they sold to another company, according to an article by ACCESS Newswire. Read more below. Club Car Wash is described as “one of the nation’s fastest-growing express car wash brands” in the article. The company announced the acquisition of Rapid Shine […]
Bryant commission to consider requests from flea market, neighborhoods, more – Meeting Sep 18th
Several business properties are up for consideration by Bryant officials in the Thursday meeting at the City. Flip Flop Flea Market is among the businesses asking the Development and Review Committee for a change in their property. Read the meeting agenda below. The Bryant Development and Review Committee Meeting will meet on September 18, 2025 […]
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