Update 072817 3pm He has been found and is okay. According to the Benton Police Department, Dylan Ritchie, age 24, has gone missing. He was last seen on South St. near the Benton Skate Center at 10:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25th, 2017. He was wearing khaki pants, black shoes, gray t-shirt and a black […]
Learn Tips for Watching an Eclipse, Free Class Tonight in Benton
Come to the Benton location of the Saline County Library Tuesday, July 25th at 6 p.m. for a free class on Eclipse Viewing Tips. This is part two of the Astronomy Summer Series. The library is located at 1800 Smithers Dr, Benton, AR 72015.
“Christmas in July” Shoe Drive & Potluck Planned in Bryant July 27th
Carson Physical Therapy invites the public for their annual Christmas in July Shoe Drive & Potluck. Bring a pair of new or gently used shoes in any size and have some lunch from the potluck. Bring donations on Thursday, July 27th from 11am-2pm to 3231 Main Street #3 in Bryant.
Alexander to hold joint city council/planning commission meeting Friday with DHS representatives
Alexander Mayor Paul Mitchell told council members that a meeting with officials from the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) is scheduled for Friday, July 21 at 2 p.m. in the city hall courtroom. This is not a public meeting. According to citizen-run new organization The Alexandrian, this appears to be the final step in […]
“Success in Saline” Networking Event July 18th Includes BBQ, Baggo & Prizes for one Price
Join the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce as they take take their hats off to Non-Profits and Community Organizations at the 2017 Success in Saline event. This is a networking event that takes place at the Benton Event Center on Tuesday, July 18, 2017, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Admission is $8.00 and includes networking, games, […]
Benton Planning Agenda Tuesday to Include a Replat of Woodland Chalets
The City of Benton Planning Commission will meet on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in the City of Benton Community Development Meeting Room at 114 S. East Street. If there is not enough room, the meeting will be held in the Council Chambers. 1) Establish a Quorum / Call to Order 2) Approval […]
Get Summer Utilities Assistance Beginning July 10th
Central Arkansas Development Council (CADC) announced that the 2017 Summer LIHEAP Utility Assistance program will begin the week of July 10, 2017 and continue as long as funds are available. The day and times of when applications will be taken are listed below for the 12 counties in the CADC service area: Calhoun, Clark, […]
Young Players to Perform “Guys and Dolls, Jr.” July 13-16
The Young Players and Landers of Benton proudly present Guys and Dolls, Jr. at the historic Royal Theatre, 111 S. Market Street, in downtown Benton. Show times are July 13-15 at 7 p.m. and July 16 at 2 p.m. On July 15 there will be a special 2 p.m. performance featuring the understudies in the lead […]
Fish Fry July 1st in Mabelvale to Benefit Little Oaks Ballpark Revitalization
Mabelvale United Methodist Church will host a Community Fish Fry 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. on Saturday July 1st. Tickets may be purchase from Blair Ragsdale or the church office. $10 Adults, $5 for 8 years and under. Proceeds will go to Community Activities which include the reopening and revitalization of Little Oaks Ball Park in Mabelvale which has […]
Free Family Fun Day July 29th in Bryant: Food, Games, Prizes & Taking Donations for Kids Closet
At Friends in Christ! Mark your calendars! Join us Saturday, July 29 from 11:00 – 2:00 for a day of food and fun on the front lawn. Admission is FREE. We will have food, games and prizes for the kids. FIC is partnering with Habitat for Humanity and Thrivent for this event. They will be […]