First responder agencies will have a large presence around Bauxite Schools from June 17-28th, according to the Saline County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO). They say you shouldn’t be alarmed, since they will be conducting active shooter training on those days. This will involve the SCSO, along with local Police and Fire Departments, and Emergency Medical Services. […]
County officials list flooded roads Wednesday morning
The Saline County Office of emergency Management (SCOEM) has issued a statement that many of the roads are flooded. If at all possible do not attempt to to drive. This is not a warning but an actual Flood. ⚠️ Saline County Area Flooded Roads: As of 6:55am (Jan. 24, 2024) the following are the roads […]
Emergency Management will do a countywide test on Wednesday
If you get an emergency alert on Wednesday, it might be just a test. The Saline County Office of Emergency Management will conduct a countywide test of our Emergency Alert System on August 16, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. The Saline County Alert System is powered by Everbridge and uses a combination of automated phone calls, text […]
Yet another baby was surrendered in “Baby Box” in Benton, Arkansas
Another baby was surrendered to a Safe Haven Baby Box in Benton, Arkansas on Tuesday, May 30th at 5:23 p.m. This is the third time a parent has used the Baby Box at Benton Fire Station #3 since it was installed in September 2019. Nationwide, 31 babies have been surrendered to local first responders in […]
Infant readying for adoption less than 24 hours after being surrendered at fire station
A baby is safe and has already begun the adoption process after being left at a Benton, Arkansas fire station. Chief Evans stated, “There was an infant surrendered into our Safe Haven Baby Box Tuesday night. The baby was healthy and well cared for, obviously loved. It is my understanding the mother traveled from out of […]