UPDATE JUN 19, 2023 In April 2022, we told you that Starbucks was planning a location in Benton on the north side of Interstate 30. Since that announcement, we’ve heard you asking on a weekly basis when it would be open. We finally have a definitive answer. Today. It’s open today. The inside is open, […]
Ladies Networking Group, LOL, to meet Wednesday June 21st at Lost Pizza
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – is having their next meeting on Wednesday, June 21st. The meeting starts at noon at Lost Pizza Co in Benton. Don’t forget to bring your business cards, donations (if you like), and a Happy so you can share about your business. LOL meets […]
Local owners to offer pizza made fresh at Bryant restaurant
Look for a new pizza restaurant from a familiar face in Bryant. It’s not a chain or a franchise. It’s owned by someone who grew up in Saline County – and in the restaurant business. Brian Krikorian is the son of Serge and Mary Krikorian who you may know from Dinner’s Ready and Vibrant Occasions […]
“The Krogers” shopping center sells for over $9 million to Florida company
A shopping center in Benton, Arkansas just changed hands from a Little Rock company, to one in Plantation, in South Florida. Saline County Assessor records show the deal closed on May 10, 2023 for the sale of Benton Commons. Locals will know this property in the 1400 block of Military Road as “the Krogers.” The […]
Food prep company in Bryant calls it quits after 7 years; Selling off kitchen
A food prep company in Bryant announced they will close for good this week. Owner Tamara Baka issued the statement that Elite Meals will close, and beginning Thursday, May 25th, they are selling off their appliances and equipment. While the customers may be sad, Baka is relieved that she will be able to spend time […]
Bree Ogden to perform at Third Thursday Street Festival on May 18 in Downtown Benton
The next Third Thursday event is coming on the evening of May 18th to Downtown Benton. The City hosts this street festival throughout the warm months and invites the community to come shop, eat, play, and dance in the streets. There will be food trucks, vendors, kids zone fun and more. Come early to park […]
Luigi’s restaurant gone for good
UPDATE TUESDAY MAY 16, 2023 We still haven’t heard back from the owner of Luigi’s since finding a small sign on the front door that said “closed due to staffing issues.” MySaline originally reported (below) that the restaurant was closed temporarily, but signs point to a permanent closure. There is a large sign in the […]
Downtown Benton doesn’t need a revival, but it needs this new restaurant
Owner Heather Roe describes it as “Craft burgers. Clever cocktails. Creative wings. Loaded fries. Home of the ‘Sausage Dog.’ Vast beer list. Craveable bar fare. Brick oven pizza.” That’s good enough for me to be interested in the new restaurant, called Revival. It’s also in downtown Benton, an area of the city that has become […]
New chain restaurant coming to Highway 5 in Benton
To let you know about another restaurant coming to town is going to be my pleasure. A lot of you are asking about this new construction on Arkansas Highway 5 near Alcoa Road, and I have the answer. It’s a short answer. It’s not really worth writing an article, but hey, have it your way. […]
LOL networking group to collect Art Items for Birch Tree Communities at luncheon May 17th
The local networking group, Ladies Out Lunching – LOL for short – is having their next meeting on Wednesday, May 17. The meeting starts at noon at TaMolly’s in Bryant. This month they will gather donations for the artists of Birch Tree Communities. Requested items include the following: Brushes of all sizes Canvases Compressed charcoal […]
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