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Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas November 12th
Sally Mae Rosser, 88, died on November 9, 2026, according to a Saline County obituary notice published November 12. Born in Cotton Plant, she was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in Benton and was…
See today’s jobs list for Saline County & Central Arkansas 11112026
MySaline has published its November 11 jobs list for Saline County and Central Arkansas. The openings span roles including crew member, stock associate, warehouse material handler, admissions counselor, receptionist…
Threats, Burglary, and Coercion in Tuesday’s Saline County Mugshots on 11112026
Saline County booking records list several people arrested over the past few days on allegations including underage driving under the influence, battery, first-degree terroristic threatening and residential burglary…
Benton Council to consider rezoning, fleet fuel, and property liens Nov. 16th
Benton City Council is scheduled to consider two rezoning ordinances, a $100,000 fleet fuel-card agreement, surplus police vehicles and property nuisance liens at its Nov. 16 meeting. The proposals include changing…
Government jobs in Benton, Bryant and Saline County – Report Nov 10, 2026
A November 10 report lists government job openings with the cities of Benton and Bryant and Saline County, Arkansas. Benton positions include animal services officer, aquatics specialist, permit technician and police…
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Benton meeting Nov 18th to consider filling Buc-ee’s hole; Courthouse lighting approved in Oct
The Benton Advertising & Promotion Commission is scheduled to meet Nov. 18 at City Hall to review development near Interstate 30’s Exit 114, city tax collections and departmental updates. The agenda follows the…
Saline County Memories: The story behind Benton’s Owens-Mooney Park
A feature on Owens-Mooney Park traces the history of the small downtown Benton green space and the people it commemorates. The site once held a mercantile building and later a grocery and furniture store, before a 1991…
Benton committees to review police surplus, rezoning ordinances, and property cleanups Nov. 12
Four Benton City Council committees are scheduled to meet Nov. 12 at City Hall to review city business. Their agendas include distributing the proposed 2027 budget and wage scale, considering rezoning requests…
Veterans Guide for Events & Info in Saline County
A Saline County guide lists Veterans Day events and information for local residents. Scheduled activities include a Saline Crossing DAR ceremony at the county courthouse memorial and a Field of Flags event hosted by the…
Saline Crossing DAR to host Veterans Day ceremony at Saline County Courthouse memorial Nov. 11
The Saline Crossing Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the outdoor Veterans Memorial by the Saline County Courthouse in…
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See today’s jobs list for Saline County & Central Arkansas 11102026
MySaline has published its November 10 jobs list for Saline County and Central Arkansas. Vacancies include pharmaceutical delivery, school administration, admissions, patient care, maintenance, physical therapy and…
Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas November 10th
MySaline has published the latest obituaries for Saline County, Arkansas, for the week of November 10, 2026. The report honors the lives of Terry Nathan Holt, 63, of Traskwood, and Mark W. Izard, Sr., 82, of Bryant. The…
Saline Homemakers to sell Thanksgiving sides & desserts; Order by Nov 16
Saline County Extension Homemakers will hold their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Sales and Fall Bazaar on November 20 and 21 at the Saline County Fairgrounds in Benton. Pre-orders are available for pans of chicken and…
Saline Planning Board to review several new subdivisions, site plans & plats Nov. 12
The Saline County Planning Board will meet Nov. 12 at the courthouse in Benton to review five development proposals, including residential subdivisions and a cottage development site plan. The agenda includes…
Saline County Striders announce 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K in downtown Benton for Nov. 21
The Saline County Striders have announced the 3rd Annual Turkey Trot 5K, scheduled for November 21 in downtown Benton. The event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to participate in the 3.1-mile race…
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Declutter Before the Holidays, Learn how to not get Phished, and Give Blood this week at the Saline County Library 11092026
The Saline County Library has announced its schedule of events for the week of November 9, 2026. The program includes a variety of activities for all ages, such as chair yoga, crafting workshops, and book club meetings…
Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas November 9th
The community of Saline County is mourning the passing of Andrew 'Drew' David Bunten, a dedicated educator and founder of The Learning Center. Known as 'Mr. Drew,' he was a prominent figure in local childcare and youth…
Holidays at Hurricane annual shopping event coming to Hurricane Creek Elementary Nov. 14th
Hurricane Creek Elementary School in Benton will host its annual 'Holidays at Hurricane' market on Saturday, Nov. 14. The event features over 50 local vendors, crafts, baked goods, and silent auctions to raise funds for…
Benton’s 2026 Run Run Rudolph 5K and Fun Run set for Dec 5th
Registration is now open for the annual Run Run Rudolph 5K and Fun Run in Benton, scheduled for December 5, 2026. Organized by Benton Parks & Recreation, the event encourages community fitness and includes a charitable…
Benton gas station employee cited after undercover alcohol sale investigation
A gas station employee in Benton has been cited following an undercover alcohol sale investigation conducted by local authorities. The operation aimed to ensure compliance with state regulations regarding the sale of…
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Benton basketball returns four starters after run to state semifinals
The Benton Panthers basketball team is preparing for the upcoming season with a young roster featuring only one senior. Head coach Dexter Hendrix is looking to build on last year's success, which included an undefeated…
See today’s jobs list for Saline County & Central Arkansas 11062026
MySaline has published its latest list of job openings for Saline County and Central Arkansas for November 6, 2026. The list includes various roles across sectors such as healthcare, industrial maintenance, and military…
New Marriage Licenses in Saline County November 6th
The Saline County Clerk's office has released the latest list of marriage licenses granted in the region. The update includes several couples who were married in late October and early November 2026. This routine public…
Saline County Court Filings 11062026
A list of new court filings for Saline County, Arkansas, has been released for November 6, 2026. The cases include multiple debt collection filings by entities such as LVNV Funding LLC and Midland Credit Management…
5 things you shouldn’t do during the Burn Ban – And yes, it’s still active
Saline County Judge Matt Brumley has confirmed that a countywide burn ban remains in effect despite recent rainfall. Dry conditions persist, creating a high risk for outdoor fires. Residents are urged to avoid burning…
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Obituaries from Saline County Arkansas November 5th
No new obituaries for Saline County, Arkansas, were reported for Thursday, November 5, 2026. Residents are encouraged to check back for future updates or submit information through the official MySaline portal. The…
AYFL championship game action! Malvern battles Benton in the fourth grade Super Bowl championship game
The Malvern Elementary School fourth-grade Leopards football team competed in the AYFL Super Bowl championship game against Benton at the Benton Athletic Complex. Despite a hard-fought effort, the Leopards fell short…
See Animals currently available for adoption in Saline County
Saline County animal shelters have released a list of dogs and cats currently available for adoption. The list includes various breeds and ages, with animals located in Benton and Bryant, Arkansas. Interested residents…
See today’s jobs list for Saline County & Central Arkansas 11042026
This page is a classified job listing for Saline County and Central Arkansas.