The City of Benton Parks Committee is scheduled to meet at 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 14, 2020, in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. There is a conflict with the Parks Committee Meeting and the Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, July 14th, so the Parks Committee will meet via Zoom. If anyone wants […]
Event organizer and 12-year resident, Stamps to run for Benton City Council
Arteja Stamps announced Tuesday her candidacy for Benton City Council in Ward 3, Position 2, in the general election on November 3, 2020. Her announcement follows: Arteja Stamps, Operating Officer and founder of nonprofit organization F.A.C.S. Fight Against Childhood Starvation. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Girls in Pearls CDC. Stamps and […]
City of Bryant begins search for City Attorney to complete Farmer’s term
The City of Bryant is looking for applicants to serve the remainder of the City Attorney term. On March 3rd, 2020, Bryant City Attorney Josh Farmer was elected to the office of Circuit Judge and will begin the transition into his new position over the next 60 days. The City is now taking resumes for […]
City Council Candidate Jordan Has a Lifelong History in Benton
Lindsay Jordan announced Monday her candidacy for Benton City Council in the general election November 3, 2020. James Herzfeld is the incumbent in the position, but has not announced for re-election. She is a lifelong resident of Benton’s Ward 4. Mrs. Jordan is the Executive Director of the Gann Museum of Saline County. She is […]
Quorum Court Deliberates Shortly and Chooses a Replacement to Complete Tax Collector’s Term
Our Justices of the Peace have chosen a new County Tax Collector. The thirteen members of the Saline County Quorum Court interviewed candidates to serve as Interim County Tax Collector on Monday night, June 15th. The current Collector, Joy Ballard (Republican), made the announcement last month that she will retire from the elected position at […]
County Collector Announces Retirement, Leaving Over 2 Years in Term
Joy Ballard, the elected Saline County Collector, on Tuesday announced her plans to retire effective June 30, 2020. Ballard has served as Collector since January 1, 2011. Her current term ends December 31, 2022. It is expected that the Saline County Quorum Court will declare a vacancy in the Office of Collector at their meeting […]
5 Men to Compete for the Remaining 2 Years in Benton City Attorney’s Term
The City of Benton will interview candidates beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 13th to pick a new City Attorney. The position is currently held by Brent Houston, who has served the City for over 12 years. Houston won his recent bid for Saline County Circuit Judge, Third Division. As Judge, he won’t be able […]
Knight doesn’t “waste” time in announcing bid for City Council
Shane Knight announced his intent to run for Benton City Council, in Ward 4, Position 2, in the general election November 3, 2020. James Herzfeld is the incumbent in the position, but has not yet announced for re-election. Knight’s announcement follows: Shane Knight, Executive Director of Solid Waste and Recycling for the Southeast Arkansas Economic […]
Governor Calls for Special Legislative Session to Adjust Budget for COVID-19
Governor Asa Hutchinson today issued the official call to legislators for an Extraordinary Session of the 92nd General Assembly to convene at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2020. See the official proclamation below. “I have called this special session of the General Assembly to ask legislators to cover the projected loss in state revenue,” […]
Runoff election early voting begins Mar 24; Safety measures taken
It might be a surprise to you that run-off elections are still taking place during this time of pandemic. However, you might also take comfort in safety measures that state and local officials have made. This includes the ability for any eligible voter to use absentee voting. Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston reminds voters […]
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