Some construction in Bryant has generated curiosity among locals. There has been a self-serve car wash at the corner of West Commerce and Highway 5 North for many years, but it went up for sale in 2019. Local entrepreneur Vic Bava purchased it in October. Some may know Bava as the owner of Bryant Laundromat […]
Saline County couple gets custom hybrid wheelchair bike made for young son
A local young man got a custom experience this week at a downtown Benton bicycle shop. David is 7 yearsold and confined to a wheelchair, but that won’t keep him from riding a bike with family. Alicia and Melvin Taylor were looking for a custom bicycle for David so he could experience riding a bike […]
Benton man flees several agencies on foot, brandishes weapon; K-9 locates him
A Benton man faces several criminal charges after Deputies from the Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) attempted to apprehend a man with felony warrants. Deputies responded to the Academy Sports location on Alcoa Road after receiving information that Wesley L. Henigan, IV, 28 of Benton, was located in the store. The Sheriff’s Office stated that […]
Bryant Development to meet Aug 20th – Homes, Pizza, Guitars, more
The Bryant City Development Review Committee will meet Thursday, August 20th, at 9:00 a.m. This will be an online meeting. Pre-register at the following link to attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FyenxmJ7QniimaeC72_TcA The agenda follows: Grace Village Phase 2B GarNat Engineering – Requesting Recommendation of Approval for Final Plat 0316-PLN-01.pdf 0316-PLN-02.pdf Saratoga Place Subdivision GarNat Engineering – Requesting Recommendation […]
Benton man charged with Felony Robbery after attempt at just over $100 in tools
A Benton man is charged with robbery in relation to an alleged attempt to steal several tools from a local store. On August 15th, 2020, about 3:19 p.m., Benton Police officers answered a shoplifting call by staff at the Walmart location at 17309 Interstate 30 S, Benton. According to an officer’s report, the description was […]
Mexican food truck parks it by the Interstate in Benton
There’s a new taco truck in Benton. Drive east on the I-30 service road, pass RV City and then start looking to the right. There you’ll find Deanna Reeves inside, serving up from the Xtreme Tacos & Tamales food truck. Deanna says the food is true Mexican. Items on the menu include tacos and tamales […]
Benton Committee to discuss commercial utility rates, downtown trees & sign ordinance – Aug 13th
The Benton Community Services Committee will meet at 6:00 p.m.,Thursday, August 13, 2020, in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. Committee Members: Evelyn Reed, Chair Judd Hart Jeff Hamm Frank Baptist Steve Brown Brad Jordan-Staff Terry Parsons-Staff I. Establish a Quorum / Call to Order II. Recognition of Attendees III. Approval of the July […]
Arvest Foundation Donates $7,500 to Bryant Boys and Girls Club
Members of the Bryant Boys and Girls Club will continue to enjoy the organization’s summer programming thanks to a donation from the Arvest Foundation in the amount of $7,500. The Bryant Boys and Girls Club is the leading youth development agency in Saline County. Its mission is to provide a safe, fun and engaging environment […]
Volunteers brave August heat to paint historic downtown buildings near courthouse
Two properties in historic downtown Benton got a fresh coat of paint on Sunday, as part of a partnership between the City, volunteers and local business owners. The city initially gathers a group of community-minded people, who then set about ways to create improvements to make the area even more special than it already is. […]
Local nonprofit group endeavors to beautify downtown Benton even in a pandemic
The Downtown Arts & Beautification Group (DAB Group) has had a plan for months to build flower boxes, place them in front of shops in the historic downtown Benton area, and plant colorful varieties of flowers. The Home Depot donated cedar for the boxes, and the E.A.S.T. Lab students at Benton High School were ready […]
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