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June 7, 2021 By Shelli Poole

June 11-13 is Free Fishing Weekend in Arkansas; nearly 50 locations stocked

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Arkansas governor Asa Hutchinson has proclaimed June 11-13, 2021, a free fishing weekend statewide. This is an annual tradition with the Governor and Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC). From noon Friday until midnight Sunday, residents and even non-residents may fish anywhere in Arkansas without fishing a license or trout permit. Regulations for Arkansas waters […]

June 6, 2021 By Shelli Poole

“Future Benton” focus group meets June 8th; Members listed; Projects to be chosen

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The first meeting of the Future Benton focus group will be 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 8th at the Benton Event Center. The public is invited. Update June 7, 2021 – Members of the focus group are listed at the end of this article. The meeting is concerning the future projects to bring tourism to Benton. The […]

June 4, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Local author to feature live actors at 2 book-signings for “Country Doctors of Arkansas,” Jun 15 & 17

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Local doctor and author Sam Taggart, M.D. will host a book-signing and reception honoring three of Saline County’s physicians: Dr. Dewell Gann Sr., Dr. Curtis Jones Jr. and Dr. Frank Thibault. The public is invited to this free event on Tuesday, June 15th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Blue Heaven Restaurant (old Ed and […]

June 3, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Saline County Committees to hold regular meeting June 7th at courthouse

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The Saline County Public Works and Safety Committee, as well as the Finance Committee will meet on Monday, June 7th beginning at 6:30 p.m. The location will be Courtroom #3 in Saline County Courthouse, 200 N. Main St, Benton, AR. The agenda and supporting documents follow: [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.mysaline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Agenda-for-June-Committees-Meetings-6-7-21.pdf” title=”Agenda for June Committees Meetings – 6-7-21″]

June 2, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Young Players to perform Frozen Jr, July 15-18

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The Young Players will present Disney’s Frozen JR., July 15-18, 2021 at the historic Royal Theatre, 111 S. Market Street, in downtown Benton.  Sponsored by Everett Buick GMC, the enchanting modern classic from Disney is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The […]

June 1, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Benton School Board approves staff bonuses in special meeting June 1st

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UPDATE June 1, 2021 The Benton School Board met Tuesday night June 1st to discuss staff bonuses. Board Directors accepted $1500 bonus proposals from certified and classified staff as presented by a group, including the Certified Personnel Policies Committee (PPC) Chair, Melissa Hilson; and the Classified Personnel Policies Committee (CPPC) Chair, Brian Lowrance. Dr. Mike […]

June 1, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Alexander Planning Commish meets Jun 8 to discuss Master Plan Development

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The City of Alexander Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 8th, in the Alexander Courtroom. The agenda follows. This meeting is subject to limited public access, due to Covid-19 and CDC guidelines for social distancing. Michael Huck; Chairman (Term Ex-04/06/2022) Stephanie Beck; Vice-Chairman (Term Ex-04/06/2023) Tonya Prowse; Secretary (Term […]

June 1, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Bryant Schools announces dates & locations for free summer meals

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Local kids will have access to breakfast and lunch this summer. Bryant Schools will provide free breakfast and lunch to any child 18 years and younger as part of the Summer Meals program funded by the USDA. Children do not have to attend Bryant Schools to participate. No application or registration is needed. Meals will […]

June 1, 2021 By Shelli Poole

Bryant Development to Review Business & Property Changes June 3rd

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The Bryant City Development Review Committee will meet Thursday, June 3rd, at 9:00 a.m. at Bryant City Hall. Agenda CALL TO ORDER NEW BUSINESS 1. Whistling Pines Subdivision – Revised Preliminary Plat – Ward 2 2. Whistling Pines Subdivision – Variances – Ward 2 3. Reynolds Road Storage – Ward 4 4. Springhill Storage Center […]