A new single-lane roundabout in Benton is opening soon at the Interstate 30 Frontage Road intersection with the South Street bridge and Sevier Street (on the north side of the interstate). Weather permitting, crews will open the Frontage Road roundabout during overnight hours on Thursday, September 8th. See the map above for an illustration of […]
More lane closures for Interstate 30 in Benton, throughout September
More lane closures are in the works for Interstate 30 in Benton, throughout September. Construction to widen Interstate 30 to six lanes in Saline County requires overnight lane closures on the Interstate. Weather permitting, crews will be working in the eastbound and westbound lanes between U.S. Highway 70 (Exit 111) and Sevier Street in Benton […]
The US Treasury announced $47.5 million going to Arkansas to increase access to affordable broadband internet
On Tuesday, August 30, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the approval of an additional group of five states under the American Rescue Plan’s Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF): Connecticut, Indiana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Arkansas. The State of Arkansas, approved for $47.5 million, estimates it will connect 5,500 homes and businesses by building high-speed […]
[VIDEO] Bryant Council approves $350,000 grant for Mills Park; Accepts council member’s resignation
UDPATE AUG 25, 2022 There was only one item on the City Council agenda, but members accepted two. Bryant City Council met Wednesday, August 24th in a Special Meeting to discuss whether to accept a $350,000 grant from Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Council members that were present voted to accept the grant. Next, one […]
7 things you need to know about monkeypox in Arkansas
The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) wants the public to be aware that cases of monkeypox in the United States are increasing. There are now 3,486 cases in the U.S., with 4 of those in Arkansas. The first in the state was diagnosed in May 2022. Here are 7 things you need to know about […]
State Office recognizes 2 Saline County groups for excellence in government data accuracy & accessibility
The Saline County Circuit Clerk’s and County Clerk’s offices received a Data Quality Award from the Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts on July 22, 2022 at the annual Arkansas Court Automation Programs (ACAP) Conference. ACAP provides technical support to the state’s courts, makes court information available to the public, and develops online court-related services. […]
Gov Hutchinson announces outcomes from August Special Session – Tax cuts, school safety
UPDATE AUGUST 12, 2022 Governor Asa Hutchinson released his weekly address on Friday afternoon, touting tax cuts and school safety outcomes from the August Special Session of the Legislature. His statement follows: Today I’d like to talk about the excellent position our state is in to provide additional financial relief for Arkansans. In December, we […]
ARDOT says detour at South Street bridge to end; They’re readying roundabout
Construction to widen Interstate 30 to six lanes in Saline County requires a traffic pattern change for the north side frontage road at the South Street bridge in Benton. Weather permitting, crews will re-open the frontage road below the bridge beginning Saturday, August 13, 2022 and remove the temporary detour to West Sevier Street. Westbound […]
Bryant teacher named semifinalist for Arkansas Teacher of the Year
Bryant High School teacher Amber Leaton was recently named one of four semifinalists for 2023 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Gov. Asa Hutchinson and State Education Secretary Johnny Key, Arkansas Department of Education Secretary, announced the semifinalists at the Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock on August 4. The semifinalists were chosen from 13 regional finalists […]
Come to the public meeting about Congo & Shenandoah intersection August 25th
Come to the public meeting to discuss plans for improving the intersection at Congo Rd and Shenandoah Rd. The meeting is in partnership with Arkansas Department of Transportation, Metroplan, and the City of Benton. It’s scheduled for Thursday, August 25, 2022 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. The location is at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, […]
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