Governor Hutchinson released the following statement on today’s COVID-19 numbers: “Most numbers continue to trend in the right direction: new cases and hospitalizations are down; vaccinations are up by 13,571. This trend reflects our drive to beat the coronavirus. Let’s keep doing everything that we’ve been doing so that we can rid Arkansas of COVID-19.” […]
Benton Utilities: Water conservation request lifted; off-peak use still encouraged; boil order continues
UPDATE FEB 25, 2021 Benton Utilities released a statement Thursday morning, lifting the request for customers to conserve water in the last several days. While the statement says they are back to normal operating capacity, they are also encouraging customers to continue, if possible, to do laundry, dishwashing and bathing during off peak hours. They […]
Sign up to be one of 1000 to get a Covid-19 vaccine on Saturday in Benton
West Side Pharmacy is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine immunization clinic Saturday, February 27th from 9am-4pm, at Benton First United Methodist Church, 200 N Market Street. This is for first doses only and by appointment only. The pharmacy is partnering with the church in an effort to vaccinate over 1000 people that day. In order to […]
Covid-19 Report 02-23-21 – Vaccine now available to ages 65+
Governor Asa Hutchinson announced Tuesday that Phase 1-B of the Covid-19 vaccination schedule is now expanded to include Arkansas residents that are age 65 and older. Today’s numbers for cases, tests and vaccines are in the images below. Saline County numbers are at the end. Saline County numbers are as follows: Total Cumulative Cases: 11,261 Confirmed […]
Benton Mayor says car washes agree to conserve; explains boil order process
For several days, different water customers in Saline County have been urged to conserve water. Businesses are also joining in the effort. Benton Mayor Tom Farmer released an update Monday afternoon on the boil order and conservation status for Benton Utilities customers: What does it take to lift a boil order? The Arkansas Department of […]
How to do daily things when there is a boil order – Hygiene, Dishes, Laundry, Cleaning, Pets & Plants
Many of you are asking what’s ok and not ok when there is a boil order. The University of Arkansas Extension office (UAEX) and CDC have laid out tips for Hygiene, Dishes, Laundry, Cleaning, Pets & Plants for your water services. Note that some communities may be under a water conservation order as well, so […]
If a restaurant is open during a boil order but isn’t doing this, DON’T eat there
The entire city limits of Benton – or all Benton Utilities customers – is currently under a boil water notice, due to several issues happening Thursday. The following are requirements from the Arkansas Department of Health for restaurant operating during a boil order. We have some really great food in the area, but if you […]
More vaccines coming to Arkansas; here’s how to find an appointment
Congressman French Hill issued a statement about vaccinations in Arkansas, how many are available and where to register to get them. Hill said Arkansas is currently receiving about 40,000 vaccine doses per week, approximately a 23% increase since mid-January. “While demand remains high, I am proud that Arkansas has one of the highest per […]
Church in Benton converts to warming center until Thursday
It used to be an amusement center, but now it’s a life saver. The former skating rink at 1212 W. South Street in Benton is now the Church of Helping Hands and Caring Hearts, and they have opened their facility as a warming center for the homeless. Church partner Bonnie Johnson also operates Helping Hands […]
3 ways to use tech to stay active even if you’re staying indoors
With technology, there’s very little reason to leave the house anymore! Smart gadgets are slowly changing the way we exercise and giving us more insight into our how our bodies work. Gyms, Pilates classes and athletic clubs are being replaced by online classes, virtual exercise programs and smart watches. These substitutions offer more convenience and […]
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