Benton Parks and Recreation is set to make improvements in several local parks. “There is over $250,000 in grant funding dedicated towards some of these projects,” says Stephanie Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation. “We are very excited to continue updating our parks system while improving the quality of life in Benton. I am thankful […]
Civitan to Host Valentine-Theme Paint Party January 28th
Civitan Services will host a Paint Party on Tuesday, January 28th at 6 p.m. Choose from several Valentine-themed items to paint. Tickets are $35 and that includes snacks and drinks. Purchase your ticket at this link, and then tell which item you want to paint at this link. Register and specify your item by January […]
Benton Parks to Discuss Fencing, Garden Club, Disc Golf, more – Oct 14th
The Benton Parks Committee will meet Monday, October 14, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the Mayor’s Conference Room at the Benton Municipal Complex. The agenda is attached, along with the meeting minutes from the Sept. 10th meeting. Benton Parks September 10, 2019 6:00 pm Mayor’s Conference Room Parks Committee Meeting Attendees: Alderman Judd Hart, Chair […]
VIDEO: Bryant Mayor Discusses Issues with Residents July 2019
Bryant Arkansas Mayor Allen Scott met with residents on Saturday morning, July 6th at the Bryant Midtown pavilion to have a conversation about city plans, new business and neighborhood issues. Among the highlights are another section of Bryant Parkway opening on the south side to Shobe Road; a new traffic signal near Hill Farm Elementary […]
Public Meeting June 27th to Discuss Phase 2 of Mills Park Playground
There will be a public meeting Thursday, June 27th from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. to view and discuss “Phase 2” of the Mills Park all-inclusive playground. This will be to view and give feedback on potential new playground equipment. The City of Bryant invites all residents to attend. The meeting will be inside the Mills […]
City of Benton Invites Public to Celebrate New Inclusive Playground at Tyndall Park March 31st
The City of Benton Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to come help celebrate the grand opening of the Inclusive Playground at Tyndall Park. Come on Sunday, March 31 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hear from guest speakers Mayor Tom Farmer, Benton Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mike Skelton, and State Representative Julie Mayberry. After […]
Benton Parks and Recreation Awarded $58,000 for Inclusive Playground
See an update to this story at: https://www.mysaline.com/benton-inclusive-033119 Benton Parks and Recreation is announced Tuesday they were award $58,000 inclusive playground grant by GameTime, a company that has been building playgrounds since 1929. GameTime has sets aside significant playground grant funds toward the purchase of new playground systems. The play structure will provide a fun experience for individuals […]
Bryant to Hold Grand Opening Party Aug 14th for New All-Inclusive Playground at Mills
Come celebrate the opening of the new and improved All-Inclusive Playground at Mills Park in Bryant. The party is Tuesday, August 14th from 3:30-6:30 PM for a Princess and Dragons party. Hot Dogs, Drinks and Popsicles will be on hand while supplies last. There will also be a fun story time provided by the Saline […]
Lunch and Learn on May 3rd to Help Businesses Become Inclusive
Arkansas Rehabilitation Services is hosting a “Lunch and Learn” event to teach businesses how to become an inclusive workplace. There is no cost for this event. Lunch will be provided. The menu is fried fish, shrimp and chicken by Riverside Grocery. The event is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 3rd at Benton Event […]
Bryant Parks Granted $250K for Inclusive Playground Upgrade
The City of Bryant received notice of a $250,000 grant from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism for Mills Park. The grant will be used to transform the existing play area at Mills Park, into a new all-inclusive playground and walking trail, as well as improving the facility access to the park. “We are […]