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 […]
643 Cases; Gov Won’t Order Shelter in Place at This Time; No Cases in Prisons
Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson held a news conference on Thursday, April 2nd, 2020 to update on the COVID-19 pandemic. SEE VIDEO BELOW. The Governor addressed concerns about whether he should order Arkansas residents to stay at home (shelter in place). He outlined all the organizations and businesses that he has already ordered to close. The […]
Sec of Interior closes Buffalo National River Thursday morning
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, […]
Benton Utilities Regarding New Process: Don’t Lick the Envelope
Benton Utilities is asking customers to follow the new process while paying your bill. “As we proceed through these uncertain times related to COVID-19, our goals include providing safe and efficient services to our community,” a release from the company Thursday morning stated. “We ask for patience to make this work for all involved.” If […]
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 […]
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 […]
Benton Mayor Urges Prayer Until Easter in the War Against Coronavirus
During this time of pandemic, Benton Mayor Tom Farmer issued a charge for citizens to pray specifically for “relief from this virus” and “follow the CDC guidelines.” Farmer’s statement follows: Citizens of Benton, As we fight the war together against the Coronavirus along with people all over the world, I want to encourage you to […]
Royal Players Rescheduling Spring Shows Due to Pandemic
The Royal Players is a local theater group that has brought performance after performance of plays and musicals, and they had some great shows coming up. However, the pandemic has forced them to change the schedule and the marquee. The next couple of shows would have been 9 to 5 and Jungle Book, Kids. Those […]
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, […]
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