New restaurants, big celebrations, voting for your favorites businesses and politicians, out of the ordinary crime reports, the passing of some of the community’s beloved people, and more. These were the most popular pages of 2022. It’s just over 200 posts, sorted beginning with those that got at least 1,000 views, and building to the […]
Rock N Roll Sushi owner releases firm opening date & we have more pics of the inside
I don’t know if this will be the first time Downtown Benton has ever served sushi, but if not, it’s been a very long time. Jana Helton, the owner of this location of Rock N Roll Sushi, is excited to finally open the doors soon. Read through a tour of the restaurant first and I’ll […]
Here’s a list of restaurants with deals for Veterans Day
Applebee’s — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal when dining in from a special menu on November 11. And when dining in on November 11, military guests will receive a $5 bounce back card to redeem for dine-in, To Go or delivery within three weeks. Blue Heaven Benton always has 20% off for military & first […]
Transportation & Covid blamed for local restaurants short of inventory and employees
The word from Saline County neighbors on social media is that they have had obstacles to getting service at local chain restaurants. As it turns out, the issue may not be just local. Some neighbors were discussing the lack of key items at Taco Bell. “They are out of everything except making tacos and chips. […]
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 […]
Hutchinson: Bars & others selling alcohol for on-premises must close by 11pm; even through New Year’s
In the continuing effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Arkansas Health Department has issued a directive that Arkansas businesses that are licensed to sell and allow consumption of alcohol on their premises must close by 11 p.m., Governor Asa Hutchinson announced today. The directive covers restaurants, bars, and private clubs with “on-premise” permits. […]
Downtown Benton businesses bring back Third Thursday for November 19th; shopping specials, live music, food trucks
The Downtown Benton business owners are bringing back Third Thursday fun for your shopping experience on November 19th. The party starts at 5 p.m. with downtown stores open until 8:00 p.m. each one having specials to kick off the holidays. See all the shop specials in the list below and look them up on Facebook. […]
New Restaurant to Open in Benton June 9th; First 100 to Get Free Chicken Salad for a Year
UPDATE MAY 28, 2020: There’s a new restaurant in Benton that hasn’t opened yet, but has been serving customers already. Chicken Salad Chick describes their company as a southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept. They have been preparing a location at 20370 Interstate 30 North, in the Shoppes of Benton shopping center, but […]
Curbside or Dine-In? The List of Saline County Restaurants & Options in Phase 1
As of May 11th, the Arkansas Department of Health is allowing restaurants to reopen their sit-down dining spaces. MySaline is gathering a list of who is doing what, and for your convenience, here is the directive for dining in: www.mysaline.com/adh-covid-dining-directive-phase-1. We are continuously adding to this list. Make a comment below with any additions! All […]
Health Department Directive on Resuming Restaurant Dine-in Operations
The Arkansas Department of Health issued the following directive for dining in at restaurants during Phase 1 of reopening the state, beginning on Monday, May 11, 2020. The Secretary of Health, in consultation with the Governor, has sole authority over all instances of quarantine, isolation, and restrictions on commerce and travel throughout Arkansas, as necessary […]