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Brothers protect fans in Salt Bowl chaos

After going through the horror of not knowing where her children were during the chaos following Salt Bowl XIX on Saturday at War Memorial Stadium, one mother learned the next day of her children's selfless acts during that time.

Benton alderman fired from state agency

Benton Alderman Frank Baptist has worked for Arkansas Rehabilitation Services since 2007, but on July 27, 2018, his employment with the state agency ended when he was terminated, according to documents obtained by The Saline Courier through the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Humane Society to host shot, heartworm test clinic

The Humane Society of Saline County will hold a low-cost shot and dog heartworm test clinic Friday at its location at 7600 Bauxite Highway, Bauxite.
Pet owners can sign up for an appointment at www.hssaline.org.

ACH warns of security breech

The Arkansas Children's Hospital is warning patients and families that their personal information may have been stolen by a former employee.

Bird's-Eye View: Salt Bowl announcer gives perspective of traumatic night

Mark Scarlett, who has been announcing Bryant High School football games since 2009, had a microphone in front of him as chaos and panic spread across War Memorial Stadium on Saturday night.

Update :Missing woman found and safe

At approximately 9:25 p.m. today, the Benton Police Department reported that a missing Benton woman has been located and she is safe.

New security measures coming to War Memorial Stadium

After the situation at the Salt Bowl on Saturday, the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism has increased security measures for future events at the facility.

Innocence Gone: Reflections of Salt Bowl XIX

Something more than a football game was lost during the Salt Bowl on Saturday night.

Home Plate Diner closes its doors

Home Plate Diner located at 2615 Prickett Road in Suite 1 has closed.
Monday was its last day of service.
Ownership of the diner was taken over by Nick Gann and Melissa Weeks during September of 2017. It originally opened in 2008.

When chaos strikes, Saline County unites

A night that is usually remembered as a friendly rivalry among cross-county foes will forever be marred by the events of Saturday at War Memorial Stadium.