The public is invited to participate in the ongoing community garden project in Shannon Hills at Healing Waters Outreach Center. They mostly grow produce in straw bales. They will teach you how to do it! Get more information and sign up to participate by going to this link or you can call Robert Holt at 501-516-1602 or email [email protected]. See a video […]
Locals are Invited to Participate in the Community Garden
Bryant Public Schools Asks for Community Input Through Survey
Bryant Public Schools is at work preparing its road map for the future and they’re looking for the public to help by filling out a short survey. Part of the research includes a Climate and Strategic Planning Survey. This is an important way to gather feedback as a district, identify areas for improvement, and plan […]
“Bring Your Own Piece” Painting Class in Bryant Jan 14
Don’t know where to start on a project? Learn the basics, plus a whole lot more in this hands on class. Learn the basic techniques to take your piece from boring to adorning or drab to fab!!! All products included and you’ll take home the 8 oz color you choose to use in this class […]
Fund Set Up for “Bicycle Ronnie” After He Was Hit by Vehicle
For folks in East End and surrounding areas, there is a familiar friendly face of someone who rides his bicycle all around there and always has a smile and a wave for people. Bicycle Ronnie, as he is known, was riding his bike recently when he was involved in an accident with a vehicle and […]
Saline County Community Orchestra to Perform in Benton Nov 27th
The Saline County Orchestra begins their fourth season, inviting everyone who wants to play musical instruments to and join. Infinitive Down Studio will perform a few dances. Voice students from Ovation Music Academy will sing with the orchestra. Concert is November 27 at 3pm at First United Methodist Church in Benton. For more information contact Oksana at 870-405-6856.
RBC & 4H to Present Quilt of Valor to Local Leaders in Benton on Saturday
Join the Ralph Bunche Community and the Saline County 4H Saturday, November 5th at 9:30 am for the Quilt of Valor Presentation to Alderman Charles Cunningham and Pastor Karl Barnes. The ceremony begins at 9:30 am at Woodlawn Cemetery, where 4H-ers will place flags on the graves of veterans. At 10 am, the event will […]
Highway Group Solicits Saline County Resident Opinions on Road Funding
As part of the process to ultimately develop a long-term highway funding plan, the Arkansas Good Roads Foundation (AGRF), at the Governor’s request, is conducting statewide focus groups. MySaline was invited to attend, so correspondents Roger and Thelma Poole were there. Craig Douglass led the community discussion in Benton on Wednesday, November 2nd, on ways of […]
City of Benton to Take Bids on Palace Theatre Stabilization, Brick Tuck-Pointing
The City of Benton is accepting sealed bids until 10:00 a.m., November 23, 2016 for roof repair and brick tuck pointing of the Palace Theatre located at 224 West South Street in Benton, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Copies of the specifications are on file and may be […]
“Kicktoberfest” Kickball Tournament on Oct 30th to Benefit the RBNA Youth Council
The Ralph Bunche Neighborhood Association (RBNA) and the Benton Police Department first annual Kicktoberfest is scheduled October 30th at 3 pm at Ralph Bunche Park, 1300 S. East Street in Benton. Kicktoberfest is a “Back the Blue” kickball event designed to show support for law enforcement in Benton. The family-friendly event will include goodwill competitive […]