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Annexation opponents weigh concerns
Residents of an area proposed for annexation had a second chance Tuesday night to express their opinions on Benton's intentions to incorporate them into the city, and there was resounding opposition to the ...
Firefighter charged with rape of minor
A Bryant firefighter faces felony charges and is on administrative leave after being charged with the rape of an 11-year-old girl over a two-year period.
Challenges of growth: Bauxite also looks to expand borders
While Benton and Bryant grab for land in Saline County, there's another municipality in the backdrop looking to expand its boundaries.
Man gets 15 years for robbing motel
A 22-year-old Bauxite man was sentenced Wednesday to a 15-year term with the Arkansas Department of Correction after a clerk he robbed at gunpoint recognized his voice and tattoos.
Little Rock man charged with sex abuse of a minor
A Little Rock man with property in Bauxite was arrested by Saline County authorities for allegedly sexually abusing a minor.
The city of Benton is vying for more land, but some residents are against the idea.
Officials: Schools need financial help
Local legislators and school officials agree that it's time to do something to help schools suffering from rising fuel prices.
Three people have been appointed by Gov. Mike Beebe to a state board that was created to make sure that home inspections are done by people who are competent for the task.
Poll Everyday Rarely Never Graduation milestone a miracle for Benton girl Tonight's milestone - high school graduation - wasn't supposed to happen for Carrie Rae Wright.
Time to fry up some fish at Lake Norrell
Deciding not to mess with a good thing, Lake Norrell Fire Department is holding its annual fish fry and only fundraiser for the year.
Graduation milestone a miracle for Benton girl
Tonight's milestone - high school graduation - wasn't supposed to happen for Carrie Rae Wright.
Dads Serving in Iraq See Girls Graduate
Physical therapy proves painful as Jerry has a misunderstanding with his therapist ; and he finds a way for insurance to cover treatment for Elaine and a paranoid George.
Political forum: Circuit Court Division 4 candidates discuss strengths
“My dad taught me that we have a duty to serve our community”
Two of the three candidates for a new Saline County Circuit Court judgeship outlined their strengths for sitting on the bench during Political Forum 2008 on Sunday afternoon at the Royal Theatre. via Benton Courier
“It's a real good feeling to work with the American Cancer Society in this event, Relay for Life, the greatest walk on earth”
Members of the West Bauxite Baptist Church Youth Fellowship donated $855 for the Saline County Relay for Life. via Benton Courier
Bauxite Annexation Heading to Court
“They took in part of our property; they didn't know they took it in. They gave it to Rick Hatton and they forged his name on the petition”
George postpones breaking up with his girlfriend; Kramer befriends a fellow soap-opera stand-in; and Jerry bombs trying to cheer up a sick friend. via FOX16.com
“I don't have any animosity against the school at all. I just hope this would wake folks up and be more careful with the buses to protect our kids”
A school bus filled with kids versus a Mack truck; the school bus won round one. via KTHV-TV
Take a look at years past through back issues ofThe Baxter Bulletin: 100 years ago April 10, 1908 A very peculiar accident happened at Cotter last Friday morning at 7 o'clock. An engine was taking water at ... via Baxter Bulletin
“We will just have to keep battling and next week will be a big week for us”
BAUXITE John Kordsmeier had a strong pitching performance and added a solo home run to help St. via Log Cabin Democrat
US War Bulletin: Who Dies in Iraq?; Patraeus Lies Collapse; No Water...
“They don't seem to realize that the Sadrist trend is like a volcano”
US death toll in Iraq is 'mostly white and poor' By Ian Bruce Mar. 27- The 4000 US soldiers killed in Iraq in the past five years were predominantly white and more than one in three came from poor southern ... via Pan-African News Wire