Chief Executive Officer Dr. Brad Holloway announces Benton resident Todd McGuire, LPC, as the Chief Operations Officer of Birch Tree Communities. McGuire will begin as COO on May 12, 2024. He most recently served as the Director of Branch Operations for the AHC and Malvern branches. As COO, he will be responsible for overseeing facilities, […]
State Police announces Saline County Captain promoted to Lt Colonel
The Arkansas State Police announced two promotions to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel today and one promotion to Major. The recommendations were presented by Colonel Mike Hagar, State Police Director, and approved by the commissioners during a meeting of the Arkansas State Police Commission. Captain Mike Kennedy, 48, of Saline County, was promoted to the […]
Jordan Reynolds checks out from Library, begins new job as Bryant Mayor’s Assistant
The City of Bryant announces Jordan Reynolds as the Communications Coordinator/Mayor’s Assistant. She joins the City of Bryant after four years as the Marketing Coordinator at the Saline County Library. There, she managed all social media channels, handled media relations, coordinated with other departments regarding events, and assisted with graphic design. She and her team were […]
Bryant Teacher named Arkansas Library Media Specialist of the Year
A Bryant Public School employee earned state honors at a luncheon on Wednesday. The Arkansas Association of Instructional Media (AAIM) announced annual award winners at the 2021 AAIM Conference in Hot Springs. Chrystal Burkes, Parkway Elementary, was awarded Library Media Specialist of the Year. Mrs. Burkes has been employed by the Bryant School District for […]
Recent State Police promotions include Saline County man
The Arkansas State Police Commission approved promotions Thursday, June 10th, including one officer from Saline County. The recommendations were presented to the commission by Colonel Bill Bryant, Director of the Arkansas State Police. Lieutenant Scott Russell, 54, of Grant County, was promoted to the rank of captain and will assume commander duties within the Highway […]
Yang elected to State Political committee
The Arkansas Republican County Chairman’s Association aka the “Chair of the Chairs” recently elected Saline County Republican Committee Chairman, Ken Yang, to lead the organization. “Thank you to the Arkansas Republican County Chairman’s Association for electing me as your new President. This also comes with a seat at the Arkansas Republican Party Executive Committee,” stated […]
Ellis promoted to City of Bryant Street Superintendent
The City of Bryant recently announced the promotion of Troy Ellis, Jr. to the position of Street Superintendent. Ellis has worked for Bryant since June 2017 as the Stormwater Coordinator and Stormwater Enforcement Officer. Prior to working for the city, he had over five years of experience in street construction and spent considerable time as […]
Dr. Lunsford of elected to Arkansas Optometric Association Board of Directors
The Arkansas Optometric Association board of directors welcomes Dr. Sarah Denman Lunsford of East End as a board member. Other members are: Dr. Joe Sugg, President Dr. Melia Robertson, President-Elect Dr. James Hertzog, Vice-President Dr. Alex Bell, Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Jeff Netzel, Immediate Past President Dr. Rusty Simmons, Director Dr. Katie Brown, Director Dr. Julie M. […]