Saline County Judge Jeff Arey issued an Executive Order on Thursday, April 2nd, 2020, under his emergency powers to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The order directs that juveniles in the unincorporated areas of Saline County must “stay at home” 24 hours a day unless they are accompanied by a parent, or working, or getting medical […]
Benton Mayor Issues Order For Minors to Stay Home, With Few Exceptions
Benton Mayor Tom Farmer issued an order today for minors in the city limits of Benton to stay home, with just a few exceptions. This order begins after midnight on Monday April 6th, 2020. Key points in this order include the exceptions that a minor must be with a parent, guardian, or caregiver or be […]
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, […]
Here’s the list of teacher parades. Find your school and wave at your teacher.
There have been a few teacher parades, and there are others scheduled. Scroll down to find your school in order by date. If you don’t see your school, email info to [email protected]. See video from other teacher parades below! A teacher parade means teachers drive by in their cars and students and their families stay […]
Saline County Library Closing Indefinitely for In-Person Customers
The Library is staying closed indefinitely. At first it was restricted access and then closed until March 30th, but now… it’s wait and see. The Saline County Library board voted to remain closed for the safety of the community and will announce a reopening date when they have a clear idea of the safest time, […]
Benton High School Senior Prom and Graduation Moved
According to Benton High School’s social media, Senior Prom has been tentatively postponed to May 9, 2020 and Graduation has been moved to June 2, 2020.
Benton Family Hopes Inflatable Easter Display Will Boost Spirits
One Benton family is not letting the lack of Easter events get them out of the spirit. They know what Easter is not about bunnies and eggs, however, they want to encourage children in the community and this meant one thing for the Gipsons. Inflatables. See the text of Sid Gipson’s social media post below […]
See Meal Schedules for Saline County Schools
So far, we have Benton and Bryant Schools listed here. If you have an update, email it to [email protected]. Benton Schools will resume grab and go meals on Monday, March 23rd through Friday, March 27th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a sack lunch and also a breakfast meal to be used […]
CADC to Keep Childcare Programs Closed Until After April 17th
Early Head Start, Head Start and Arkansas Better Chance programs will continue to be closed to children until after April 17th, 2020. The following announcement is from the Central Arkansas Development Council: Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson announced all public schools will be closed until April 17, 2020 to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hutchinson […]
“Tour de Salt Shaker” countywide cycling festival POSTPONED
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. READ STATEMENT BELOW FROM ORGANIZERS. After countless hours of meetings and discussions, we regret that our Tour De Salt Shaker will be canceled this year due to the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19. It is definitely not the route we wanted to take, but it is so important that we are prudent […]
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