A fire department’s former chief and its bookkeeper each face charges related to hundreds of thousands of misspent dollars from the Fireman’s Fund. Former Turtle Creek Fire Chief Jimmy Scott Cooper, age 51, and bookkeeper Samantha Lea Blair, age 42, were both arrested on March 27, 2019 by Arkansas State Police after an investigation and […]
Burn Ban LIFTED for Saline County as of Oct 7th
UPDATE OCTOBER 7, 2019 Saline County Judge Jeff Arey has lifted the countywide, court ordered burn ban previously issued on September 27, 2019. While, rainfall and higher humidity has helped improve the potential fire conditions within our area, residents are still urged to take caution with any outdoor burning activity. As always, Saline County citizens […]
City of Bryant to host Fire Fest Oct 5th
The Bryant Fire Festival is Saturday, October 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Fire Station on Roya Ln. Bring the family out to enjoy this free community event. There will be hotdogs, popcorn, ice cream, drinks, picture ID for kids, inflatables, a live DJ and more.
Heroes Behind the Line to Host Bash Sept 7th in Benton
Heroes Behind the Line will host a night of fun, entertainment, and fellowship for all our local heroes. This event is open to all Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, Corrections, Dispatch, Support, Active Military, Veterans, their families, and all supporters. The evening will feature keynote speaker retired Army Staff Sgt. Shilo Harris, and author of acclaimed […]
Community to Host Meal July 30th to Fund Baby Surrender Box
Our Lady of Fatima Church is hosting a fundraising event to purchase a Safe Haven Baby Box for Benton on Tuesday July 30th beginning at 6 p.m. at McGinnis Hall, 900 West Cross Street, Benton, Arkansas. There will be free drinks, hamburgers, hot dogs and jambalaya. To make a donation or for more info, contact […]
First Responders in Bryant to Stage Mock Crisis at Elementary School Tuesday
Collegeville Elementary School will be the scene for a mock crisis drill on Tuesday, July 16, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., according to Devin Sherrill,Director of Communication, Bryant Public Schools. The school is located at 4818 Highway 5 North in Bryant. Bryant Police Department, Bryant Fire Department, and the Saline County Office of Emergency Services […]
BBQ Restaurant in Bryant to Close Temporarily After Fire in Kitchen
Jordan’s Bar-B-Q and Catfish will be closed for business after a fire that happened sometime Sunday night or early Monday morning, according to a post on their social media. The restaurant is located at 110 North Reynolds Road in Bryant. There is no mention at this time of an opening date. We’ll keep you posted. […]
Salem FD Explains Why They Won’t Have a Fireworks Show
The Salem Fire District normally hosts a celebration for Independence Day at the Salem Ballpark, but not anymore they say. They have run out of room for the amount of people that show up, according to a statement on social media: “We regret to inform you that the July 4th Celebration that has been annually […]
Turtle Creek FD to Host Catfish Buffet June 29th
The Turtle Creek Fire Department will host a fundraiser lunch on Saturday, June 29th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Emmanuel Freewill Baptist Church, 5800 US 67 in Benton. It’s all-you-can-eat catfish buffet with all the fixins, provided by Riverside Grocery and Catering. There will also be a snow cone truck and games for […]
Bryant Law Enforcement and Fire Organizations Partner to Fix Up Historic Building
Law enforcement and firefighters have a long history of rivalry, but Bryant Mayor Allen Scott announced Monday that an unprecedented partnership has formed between the City of Bryant, the Bryant Professional Fire Fighters Local 4606 and the Bryant Fraternal Order of Police. The three entities have signed an agreement for joint use of an historical […]
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