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Benton, Arkansas Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Benton! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Want to play pickleball in Benton and support kids’ books?
- Lightning-sparked fire leaves Benton family’s home destroyed, but everyone escapes safely.
- Little Rock officer’s latest arrest stems from a serious incident in Benton.
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 84, low: 66.
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 'Pickles for Pages' tourney June 20th to benefit Imagination Library (mysaline.com) — Benton residents can sign up now for the new “Pickles for Pages” pickleball tournament at Riverside Park on Saturday, June 20, running 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event raises money for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Saline County and welcomes adult players of all skill levels, plus volunteer referees who’ll receive a free ref shirt. 
2. Benton family says they're rebuilding after lightning strike sparks house fire Monday night (kark.com) — A Benton family lost their home Monday night after lightning struck the roof and sparked a fire that destroyed the house, but everyone inside escaped safely. Homeowner Desiree Lytle says they’re now waiting on insurance, staying in temporary housing, and preparing to rebuild from the ground up in Benton.
3. LRPD officer relieved of duty after arrest on assault charge (nwaonline.com) — An incident in Benton led to a Little Rock police officer being relieved of duty after he was arrested on aggravated assault and child endangerment charges. The case, his second arrest in three years, is under investigation and may concern local residents watching how outside agencies handle serious allegations tied to Benton.
4. Obituary: Florene Ethel Gann (whiterivernow.com) — A Benton resident, Timothy Allan Gann, is among the surviving children of Florene Ethel Gann, an 89-year-old Poughkeepsie homemaker and church member who passed away June 2. Family and friends will gather for her graveside service Friday morning, June 5, at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Poughkeepsie to honor her long life of faith, gardening, and devotion to loved ones.
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Ribbon Cutting Event - Cat Compat
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Cat Compact 20453 I-30 S Benton, AR 72015
12:00 pm -
Business After Hours →
The Local Tavern, 3429 Market Pl Ave Suite A, Bryant
5:30 pm -
Ribbon Cutting Event - Second Chance Ranch →
Second Chance Ranch, 2610 Salem Rd, Benton
10:30 am -
Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Benton Event Center
11:00 am -
Ribs & Rides Monthly Cruise-In and All You Can Eat Ribs
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Rib Crib 1600 Military Road Benton, AR 72015
4:00 pm -
Spaghetti Dinner - American Legion Post 19 Benton
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce First United Methodist Church - Benton Community Center 210 N Market St. Benton, AR 72015
5:00 pm -
Kids Sewing Camp
Benton Area Chamber of Commerce Bed-Warmer Quilt & Sew 17270 I-30, Suite 9 Benton, AR 72019
9:00 am -
Personnel, Health & Safety Committee Meeting
City of Benton Benton City Hall at 410 River Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
5:00 pm -
Commissions Committee Meeting
City of Benton Benton City Hall at 410 River Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
5:15 pm -
Animal Service Committee Meeting
City of Benton - Community Events Benton City Hall at 410 River Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
5:30 pm -
Streets & Drainage Committee Meeting
City of Benton Benton City Hall at 410 River Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
5:00 pm -
Benton Advertising & Promotions Commission Meeting
City of Benton Benton City Hall at 410 River Street, Benton, Arkansas 72015
3:30 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Heads Up: The Arkansas Lottery is not FaceTime-ing you millions.
Read more about this scam and how to protect yourself, at... https://www.mysaline.com/lottery-scam-060126/ (Nextdoor Downtown Benton) - Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
FOUND on May 31, 2026 in Little Rock, AR 72205 near Kavanaugh Blvd and Taylor Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Downtown Benton)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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