Obituary J.R. Walters James Robert Walters, better known as, “J.R.,” 90 of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, Ed Walters and Lessie (Martin) Walters, on Monday, July 23rd, 1934, in Houston, Mississippi. He entered his Heavenly home on Sunday, September 22nd, 2024, surrounded by love. J.R. enjoyed gardening and landscaping, watching tv; especially Gunsmoke, […]
Saline County Republicans Need New JP Nominee; Governor Calls Convention
The Saline County Quorum Court needs to fill a seat for Justice of the Peace. It’s currently vacant due to the recent death of Everette Hatcher. The position is in Quorum Court’s District 2. READ MORE BELOW 👇 While the position can be filled in the General Election (November 5th, 2024), Hatcher was voted the […]
Obituary – Former Benton Mayor Richard “Rick” Stephen Holland dies July 15, 2024
Richard Stephen Holland, 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Rick was born in Benton, Arkansas, on October 17, 1954. Born to the late Bernard Worth Holland and Gracie Duncan Holland, Rick is predeceased by his parents and his brother George Holland. He is survived by his beloved wife […]
Obituary – Justice of the Peace Everette Hatcher dies; Arrangements announced
Everette Milton Hatcher III, 63, of Alexander went to be with the Lord July 7th, 2024. Everette was born May 16th, 1961, in Memphis, TN, to Everette and Jane Hatcher. Everette attended Evangelical Christian School of Cordova, TN, where he played basketball and ran cross country. After graduating from ECS in 1980, he went to […]
Governor appoints Wyrick to fill Justice of the Peace seat in District 12
George Wyrick was appointed Thursday, February 15, 2024 as Justice of the Peace for District 12, by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The position has been vacant since November of 2023 when Justice of the Peace J.R. Walters retired. J.P George Wyrick was sworn in by Saline County Judge Matt Brumley. READ MORE BELOW “I […]
Former Library director Patty Hector launches campaign for Justice of the Peace, Dist 13
Patty Hector, former library director of the Saline County Library, has officially announced her candidacy for Saline County Justice of the Peace District 13. Her 35 years of public service have given her the skills necessary to serve on the Quorum Court. Developing policies, budgeting, researching issues, answering constituents’ questions, and disseminating information are […]
Local Dem chair Bailey Morgan announces candidacy for Justice of the Peace, District 5
Bailey Morgan, the Chair of the Democratic Party of Saline County and lead organizer of the Saline County Library Alliance, has officially announced his candidacy for the position of Saline County Justice of the Peace District 5. With a strong background in political science and public administration, Morgan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience […]
Lela Chism announces candidacy for Justice of the Peace in District 2
Lela Chism announced Thursday, November 9, 2023 that she will file to run for Justice of the Peace on the Saline County Quorum Court in District 2. Her announcement follows: Responsiveness: Lela firmly believes in a people-first approach to governance. She will actively listen to the concerns and ideas of all residents to foster collaborative […]
Justice of the Peace CJ Engel announces re-election campaign for District 9
On Tuesday, Republican Justice of the Peace, C.J. Engel, announced his re-election campaign for Saline County Quorum Court in District 9. “It has been an honor to serve the people of District 9 on the Saline County Quorum Court and I value the trust that our neighbors have placed in me to represent them in […]
County to host reception Monday night for JR Walters; Retiring after 26 years
Come say goodbye and congratulations at the reception Monday, October 9th, 2023, for longtime Saline County Justice of the Peace J.R. Walters. He has been a Justice of the Peace on the Saline County Quorum Court for 26 years, never missing a meeting. Walters announced his retirement at the September Quorum Court Meeting. Read more […]