MySaline reported Wednesday that Governor Asa Hutchinson requested for Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt to close the Buffalo River National Park. The request was grant and it now in closed as of Thursday morning. Effective immediately, @BuffaloNPS is closed to recreational use until further notice. This closure includes the Buffalo River, trails, open spaces, […]
State Parks – What’s Open, What’s Not and How They are Cleaning for COVID-19
At this time, all Arkansas State Parks remain available to visitors in a limited capacity during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Below is a breakdown of What is open, limited or closed Specific park info How state parks are dealing with COVID-19. What is open: Day use areas, such trails used for hiking, mountain biking, […]
Death Toll 10; Gov Tells Feds to Close Buffalo; More Restrictions for Parks
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson held a news conference on Wednesday, April 1st, 2020 to update on the COVID-19 pandemic. SEE VIDEO BELOW. Hutchinson stated that he was just on a call with Vice President Mike Pence, and relayed that he felt confident that when Arkansas needs ventilators, we will have ventilators. Dr. Deborah Birx, the […]
Bryant Mayor Closes Park and Swimming through March 30th
Bryant Mayor Allen Scott issued the following statement regarding the recent decisions by the Arkansas Department of Education and Arkansas Department of Health in closing Bryant School District and surrounding Saline County Schools: “With the recent presumptive positive in Saline County, we would be remiss to not follow the recommendations placed before our schools by […]
Benton Parks to Discuss Bike Racks; Swim Fans on Mar 17th
The City of Benton Parks Committee will meet in the Mayor’s Conference Room March 17th, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda follows. AGENDA Committee Members Judd Hart, Chair Jocelyn Cash Steve Lee Steve Brown Evelyn Reed James Herzfeld Jeff Hamm Stephanie Jones – Staff Call to Order Recognition of Attendees Approval of Minutes Scholarship Program Natatorium […]
Benton Parks: splash pad, pickle ball, trail and more set for improvements
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 […]
Benton Parks & Rec gets $1500 in fishing equipment through FINS program
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) donated $1,500 in fishing equipment to Benton Parks and Recreation after the Programming Staff completed the education course called Fishing in the Natural State (FINS). “I am proud of our staff and their efforts to expand our nature based programs.” stated Stephanie Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation. […]
Adaptive Dance Luau set for Mar 28th in Benton
Benton Parks and Recreation announces the 1st Annual Adaptive Dance in partnership with the Autism Alliance of Saline County. The event is set for Saturday, March 28th at 6 p.m. at the Gene Moss Building in Tyndall Park. There will be a sensory friendly dance party where the lights will be turned on and the music […]
Benton Town Hall meeting Jan 28th to discuss parks and streets
The City of Benton invites the public to a Town Hall meeting Tuesday, January 28th @ 6:30 p.m. in the Gene Moss Building, located at Tyndall Park. This is to discuss upcoming Street and Park projects in the city of Benton. East Lakeview Dr. Road Rebuild Newcomb Rd. Sidewalks Riverside Trail Phase II Lyle Park […]
Everett Buick GMC revealed as Bryant Parks anchor sponsor for Bishop Park
Everett Buick GMC in Bryant is partnering with Bryant Parks and Recreation to be the anchor sponsor for Bishop Park and its programs and amenities. “Along with being one of the premier parks in the state, Bishop Park is the hub of life here in Bryant.” states Chris Treat, city parks director. “As an anchor […]