Did you know that Arkansas citizens have the ability to request a replacement Social Security card online? In order for states to access this Social Security Administration service, they must first be fully compliant with requirements of the federal government’s “Real ID” program. Arkansas has issued more than 53,500 Voluntary Enhanced IDs since October 2016. […]
You may be able to get your taxes done FREE in Benton, starting Feb 3rd
You may be able to get your tax returns figured and filed for free. The Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) will open the Tax Preparation Season on February 1, 2022. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to individuals who qualify. What is VITA? VITA sites offer free tax […]
Order free at-home COVID-19 tests through the Post Office
Place your order for free at-home COVID-19 tests through the United States Postal Service (USPS). Residential households in the U.S. can order one set of four free at-home tests online. Here’s what you need to know about your order: One order includes four individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. There is a limit of one order […]
Starting Jan 19th, Order 4 Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests from US Government
Every home in the United States will soon be able to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. These tests will be free to order and there are no shipping costs. You won’t need to enter a credit or debit card number to get the tests. Ordering will begin on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Visit www.covidtests.gov. […]
Hutchinson says Omicron is raging in Arkansas; At-home tests available; Legislators approve hospital bed funds
See Covid numbers below and read more about the new funding for hospital beds and statewide distribution of at-home tests. At his weekly news briefing Tuesday afternoon, Governor Asa Hutchinson discussed the state receiving at-home COVID tests and increasing case numbers requiring more hospital beds. Total active cases have doubled since last week, rising from […]
Library out of Covid tests; Call Thursday for possible new shipment
UPDATE: As of Tuesday, Jan. 11, the library is currently out of tests. They expect another shipment on Thursday, Jan 13, 2022. You must call to reserve your tests. The Saline County Library had Covid-19 tests for a limited time at their Benton and Bryant branches, but ran out almost immediately. Do not enter the […]
Over 200K at-home Covid test kits to be distributed; Governor requesting funds for hospital beds also
In December, Governor Hutchinson directed the Arkansas Department of Health to acquire 1.5 million rapid at-home tests to be available for free to Arkansans, according to a statement from the Governor’s office. The State now has received the first shipment of 211,000 at-home testing kits. The process of delivering those to the respective distribution locations […]
FEMA Still Has Money to Pay for Covid-Related Funerals; Here’s How to Apply
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a program to help pay for funeral expenses after a loved one dies from COVID-19. Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred on or after […]
Benton & Bryant Students Among Winners in 2021 Congressional App Challenge
Rep. French Hill (AR-02) on Wednesday announced winners of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge for the Second Congressional District of Arkansas, including students from Benton and Bryant School Districts. In first place, Episcopal Collegiate School student, Neil Sash, presented a health assessment app. “I congratulate all participants in this year’s competition, and you should be […]
Benton School Board to meet Nov 8th to honor student wins, consider full agenda
The Benton school board will hold their regular meeting on Monday night November 8th at 5:30 p.m. in the Professional Development Center at 211 North Border Street. The agenda outline follows. To read supporting documents, see the full agenda packet at this link. AGENDA I., II., III. Call to Order, Establishment of Quorum, Pledge of […]
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