The City of Benton has agreed to purchase 511 acres of undeveloped land along the Saline River from the Thomas family of Benton. This land purchase is the largest single land acquisition in the city’s history. The land will be purchased in 10 installments over the next ten years. The first tract will be 101 […]
Retail recruiting firm tells Benton committee what businesses want to come to town
The Benton Advertising & Promotion Commission gathered on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 for their regular meeting to hear a presentation about what national businesses are interested in coming to town. They also discussed a tract of land near the Saline River, to possibly purchase for making into an RV campground, along with new ball fields. […]