A Movement Through Music: Audra McAnally-Parson’s mission to be there for local teens through a shared love of music. By: BHS EAST Music is almost always a common ground for conversation between people in any community, even here in Benton. Someone who knows that better than anyone, is Audra McAnally-Parsons of Retro Rose. She has made […]
Benton Panthers have some great moments; See this week’s wrap
November 29, 2022 –vs Cabot Panthers Opening with the Cabot Panthers at home, the Benton basketball team had a full house to witness the first game of the season. Led by Sophomore, Terrion Burgess and his 34 points, the Panthers came up short against the Cabot Panthers 55-52. What made the difference for the Cabot […]
Lady Panthers basketball on a roll – Here’s the Benton girls summary
The Benton Lady Panthers are growing and making it known that they are a contender. On Friday, December 2nd, the Benton Lady Panthers took down the Alma Airedales 54-40. The Lady Panthers were able to bounce back after a tough loss to West Memphis 46-44 the previous night. Benton was led by Alyssa Houston with […]
See the photo gallery and read the recap from the Benton Panthers 9-3 season for 2022
The Panthers are coming off a heartbreaking loss in the Semi-finals of the State Playoffs, but Benton finished another very successful season. The Panthers finished their first season in the 6A East with a second-place finish. Scroll to the end to see this ? season’s ? photo gallery! ?????? When asked how the season went […]
[VIDEO] Coffee shop owner Jared Voth spills the beans on filling others’ cups
Jared Voth: Dedicating His Life to the Betterment of His Community By: BHS EAST Jared Voth has been a mainstay in Saline County through his charitable business: Koffee with a Kause. However, most people don’t know the steps taken to get him to this point. Voth started his hospitality endeavors in Downtown Dallas where he […]
The Playoffs – The Team Records, the Brackets & the Tickets; Two Saline County teams are still in the game
It’s been a phenomenal regular season for Saline County high school football. All four local teams – Benton, Bryant, Bauxite and Harmony Grove – have turned in winning seasons. Now it’s time to show that talent in the Playoffs… See below for 1) the season records, 2) the brackets & weekly scores ?? and 3) […]
Panthers take on Wolves in 2nd Round of Playoffs; Whit answers 3 pregame questions
Whit Warford asks his 3 questions before the Benton Panthers second round in the playoffs, and answers them afterward. After a bye last week, the Panthers will play at home at the Palace against the Lake Hamilton Wolves at 7PM on November 18th. See the Postgame Answers next week (below in maroon). 1. Will Benton’s strength […]
Panthers beat YellowJackets 36-14; Whit answers those 3 questions
Whit Warford asks his 3 questions before the Benton Panthers varsity football game, and answers them afterward. The Panthers traveled to Sheridan to defeat the YellowJackets with a final score of 36-14 on Friday, November 4th. See the Postgame Answers next week (below in maroon). 1. Will Benton’s offense continue to shatter school records? Pregame Thoughts: […]
Jack answers the 5 Questions for what led Lady Panthers Volleyball to become 5A State Champs
Jack Woolbright asks 5 questions before the Lady Panthers volleyball team competes in the 5A South State Finals, beginning October 25th. He’ll answer the questions afterward. The Panthers will face the Sylvan Hills Lady Bears in their first game. See the Postgame Answers below in maroon. 1. Can the Lady Panthers play consistently through […]
[VIDEO] EAST Students interview Benton Parks & Rec Director Stephanie Jones for this “Community Spotlight”
Improving the Community through Parks and Recreation: Stephanie Jones By: BHS EAST Constantly finding ways to improve our community parks and recreational activities, Stephanie Jones is definitely one of the pillars of Benton. She is the director of Benton Parks and Recreation and has devoted her entire career to bettering the City of Benton. Jones, […]