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Tensions flare at meeting after judge orders documents, statements released regarding Dabbs

 
Former Bryant Alderman Danny Steele filed a lawsuit last week in Saline County Circuit Court against the city of Bryant and Mayor Jill Dabbs regarding an Arkansas Freedom of Information Act request submitted in September.  

Weather forecast prompts trick-or-treat discussion

According to the National Weather Service, the chance of rain for Wednesday evening is currently at 90 percent. Rainfall amounts between 3/4 and 1 inch are expected.

Benton Utilities responding to water main break

A Benton Utilities Water Distribution crew is in the area of Hurricane Lake Subdivision where a 12-inch water main has broken.
The issue has been isolated to the area of S. Shoreline Blvd, and approximately 50 customers will remain without water until the repairs are completed.

Transitional home in the works in Saline County

Volunteers with Women's Own Worth, a nonprofit organization that assists survivors of domestic violence or violent crimes, help people across the state in many different ways.

Employee complaint critiques Bryant mayor, prompts lawsuit

In August, Bryant Parks Department Director Chris Treat submitted a five-page complaint to the city of Bryant Human Resources Department regarding Mayor Jill Dabbs and her treatment of employees and city business. 

More than 2,500 vote during first day in Saline County

Monday, during the first day of early voting, 2,582 voters cast ballots in Saline County, according to Saline County Clerk Doug Curtis.

Benton officers responds to Sunday shooting

The Benton Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that took place on Edgehill Drive at approximately 3:45 p.m. Sunday.

SC Republican Party issues damning letter, offers no evidence

The Saline County Republican Committee has sent a letter to local business owners soliciting donations and claiming that some local Democratic candidates are actually members of the so-called "Progressive Party of Saline County;" however, members of the Saline County Progressives say the letter i

Two former Bauxite students facing assault, hazing charges

Two former Bauxite baseball players are facing misdemeanor charges in connection with a March incident in Mena.

Local doctor’s truck stolen during youth club fundraiser

What began as a night of supporting Saline County’s youth quickly turned confusing with many questions after a local physician discovered his full-size pickup truck had been stolen during the Tuesday night event.