Have you ever wondered what would happen if cell towers and internet were suddenly not available? Ham radio operators from the Benton Amateur Radio Society in Central Arkansas will once again participate in a national Amateur Radio Field Day exercise in Bryant, Arkansas. Every year, they show how easy and essential this type of communication […]
Craft Fair to join Master Gardeners plant sale at Fairgrounds on April 20th
UPDATE: The Salt Creek Craft Fair is moving to the Fairgrounds to join the Master Gardeners Plant Show on Saturday from 8am – 3pm. Shop with local artists and vendors, Gymnastics & Cheerleading… Performances by Doxa Academy Dancers… featuring food trucks Twisted Fries and Sip the Season. READ MORE The Saline County Master Gardeners plant […]
Winners announced in float competition for 2023 Saline County Christmas Parade
UPDATE DEC 5, 2023 The Downtown Benton Merchants announced the winners of the Saline County Christmas Parade. There were so many entries this year and a huge crowd as well. Lots of people running floats said they ran out of candy to hand out – before they were even to the end of the […]
Compete at the Royal Cheese Dip Festival Oct 7th at the Courthouse
This event was in 2023. Find this year’s event at THIS LINK. 🧀 🧀 🧀 How much cheese dip can you eat and which one is your favorite? The Royal Cheese Dip Festival is coming back for a second year to test your love of dairy. This event is presented by Leadership Saline County (LSC). […]
Former NFL referee Walt Coleman to speak at Bryant Chamber Banquet Sept 14th
See Walt Coleman speak at the 49th annual banquet by the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce. The event is set for September 14, 2023, at the Bryant High School Fine Arts Center, 200 NW 4th Street, in Bryant at the high school campus. Arkansas’ own Walt Coleman will share his inspiring and entertaining story as […]
Casting Crowns & Chris Tomlin headlining Amplify Fest, the 2-day music festival Aug 18-19 in Benton
The annual Amplify Festival is coming August 18th & 19th, 2023. This year, the headlining guests will be Casting Crowns on Friday, and Chris Tomlin on Saturday. See the lineup of performing artists below. ?? This two-day music festival in Benton Arkansas is a free event but registration is required. Come on Friday, Saturday or […]
Master Gardeners to hold annual plant sale on April 15th
The Saline County Master Gardeners plant sale will take place on April 15th from 8:00 a.m.-noon at the Saline County Fairgrounds. There will be loads of plants at reasonable prices. All the proceeds from the sale will go towards college scholarships, Saline County beautification projects, and organizational costs. The fairgrounds is located at 406 Fairfield […]
Gatsby theme for JA charity ball Jan 28th features games, auctions, dancing and more
Junior Auxiliary of Saline County will once again host their winter charity ball. Register to come Saturday, January 28th for the “Gatsby Gala” at the Benton Event Center. The address is 17322 Interstate 30 in Benton. This theme is glitzy 1920’s and the dress semi-formal. Come for games, auctions, dancing, food, drinks, and fun. All funds […]
Saline County Christmas Parade theme Dec 5th is your favorite Christmas movies
NOTE: THE PARADE IS STILL SCHEDULED REGARDLESS OF WEATHER AND WILL NOT BE POSTPONED. The Saline County Christmas Parade is coming up once again in Downtown Benton The Downtown Business Partnership revealed the theme for the 2022 parade is “Your Christmas Movie Favorites.” Let your imagination and creativity run wild! Your float can show a […]
Cancelled – Bryant Chamber cancels Parade & Block Party Dec 10th
Due to the possibility of inclement weather on 12-10-22 and for the planning of outside vendors, the Bryant Chamber is cancelling the Christmas Parade Santa’s Block Party. The Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce will once again host their Christmas Parade and Block Party on Saturday, December 10th. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Line up […]