Benton Community News

Larry Rogers, 71, of Benton received a five-year prison sentence as the final defendant in a multi-year federal investigation that convicted 18 people...

Arkansas cyclosporiasis cases doubled last week, hitting menus with lettuce and salad components. The Faded Rose pulled all lettuce, while Reduno...

Wright’s Barbecue is opening its sixth Arkansas spot in Benton on Aug. 4, adding more than 40 new jobs to the community.

• 5,000-square-foot space...

• U.S. Secret Service found and removed seven skimming devices during a July 14-16 operation, preventing an estimated $7.3 million in losses.
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Bryant High School's football program earns a national stage as the seven-time state champion Hornets take on defending Overtime Nationals winner St....

Issue 3 on the November ballot would let cities and counties create economic development districts to offer incentives for businesses and housing...

Arkansas health experts flag whooping cough and influenza as top concerns for the upcoming school year.

• Whooping cough cases hit a 15-year high...

Erin Green of Benton Junior High School is one of 15 finalists for 2026 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, teaching 8-9 Physical Science and Biology. Finalists receive a $1,000 prize and recognition at the Governor’s Mansion on Aug. 6.

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has appointed Dr. Gary Stark of Cleveland County to the Arkansas State Board of Education. With more than 35 years...

Local nonprofits and agencies offer support with food, medication, clothing, and more for those facing hardship.

• Food and basics: Free hot meals at...

Arkansas is under a federal emergency order through next week due to extreme heat straining the power grid.

• What it means: The grid operator may...

Benton School District classes begin August 12, aligning with many central Arkansas districts like Bryant and Cabot. Families can check the full compiled list for exact start dates across the region.

Benton single parents balancing college, work, and family can apply starting August 1 for Arkansas's Single Parent Scholarship Program, which awards qualifying students scholarships each semester. Apply online at ASPSF.org.

Fewer local reporters covering Benton could drive up city borrowing costs by hundreds of thousands per loan, as lenders see higher risk from reduced...

City Council Agenda

• 🔥 School Resource Officers Contract: Benton City Council will vote July 27 on a contract with the Benton School District...

Arkansas has reported 79 lab-confirmed cyclosporiasis cases in 2026 so far, an increase tied to a multistate outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce.

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Benton and Bryant are exploring a merger of their Chambers of Commerce to strengthen economic development across Saline County.

• Key supporters:...

Benton families managing summer EBT benefits can now lock their cards, view balances and track transactions with a new Arkansas Department of Human...

Arkansas advocates are warning that proposed federal WIC cuts would reduce access to healthy food and support for low-income moms and babies.

• The...

Benton City Council meets July 27 to decide key items affecting schools and development.

• School resource officers: Vote on contract for nine...