It’s time for the 10th Annual Thanksgiving Charity Cuts event Saturday, November 4th in Bryant. This event helps help families in need during the holidays. Come get a free haircut from 8:00 a.m. to noon at The Art of Men’s Cuts. Drop a donation in the box while you’re there. Or if you need it, […]
You can sponsor Christmas gifts for a Benton student through Bright Futures
Bright Futures in Benton needs your help for Christmas. Bright Futures, the non-profit located inside the Benton Public School District, helps students with their basic needs during the school year so they can focus on learning. Many of those same kids aren’t going to have anything for Christmas. If you are able, Bright Futures is […]
Local non-profit needs donations to continue feeding students over the summer
A local organization is looking for immediate help with non-perishable food items. Bright Futures, the non-profit in Benton, helps students with their basic needs during the school year so they can focus on learning. But many kids need help in the summertime most, because they are not getting meals they wouldn’t normally get at school. […]
Company to match Tuesday donations to feed Arkansas kids in the summer
On Tuesday, May 23, your donation to Arkansas Foodbank will be doubled. The Bailey Foundation will match up to $10,000 in financial gifts to the organization. In partnership with local Boys & Girls Clubs, this will help provide food boxes to children and their families through the summer feeding program. Donate at this link and […]
Pregnancy Center asking for help with this list of items for new moms
New Beginnings Pregnancy Resource Center is in need of several items to serve the community. The Center provides diapers. wipes, clothing, formula, and other items to mothers with babies up to 2 years old. They also offer other services and information about more resources in the area. Friends of the organization posted a call for […]
Sign up to give blood at one of these local events
All blood donors that donate during National Blood Donor Month this January will receive their choice of long sleeve t-shirt. Make your lifesaving donation appointment today by clicking on one of the events below, or call 877-340-8777. Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library, 01/21/2023, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Schedule Bass Pro Shop, 01/21/2023, 9:00 am – […]
Library presents “Warm Wishes” – Give or take warm items at both branches this winter
The Saline County Library is offering warm items at their Benton and Bryant branches. Anyone in need can pick up hats, gloves, scarves, etc. outside the Library. Take what you need. You do not need to return items. They are also accepting donations of new or like-new scarves, hats, and gloves. If you would […]
See Santa at the Library, Dec 6th & 8th and drop your Letter in the Mailbox
Santa is coming to the library! This is a busy time of year for Santa but luckily your favorite children’s librarians are definitely on the nice list, and have talked Santa into coming to visit. He’ll be at the Benton location on Tuesday, December 6th, and the Bryant location on Thursday, December 8th. Find him on […]
Donate blood, get a shirt, a pie, and maybe cash – Events Nov 18-22 in Saline County
The Arkansas Blood Institute invites Saline County to “The Chocolate Factory” on Nov 18-22. Okay, it’s actually a blood drive, but you could win the golden ticket – $250. And you’ll definitely get a pie and a t-shirt. Visit a donor event in the list below and receive a chocolate candy bar. Open the wrapper to see […]
Library collecting food for fines Nov 14-23 in Benton and Bryant
Both branches of the Saline County Library will be hosting a Food for Fines during the week of November 14-23. For every non-perishable item you bring in, the library will waive $1.00 in late fines. For example, if you bring in 10 food or hygiene items, you will have a total of $10.00 waived from […]