The Palace Theatre in Benton has changed hands many times and played many roles since its construction more than a century ago in 1919. Brought low by years of abandonment and nearly destroyed in the late 2010s, the building has…
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Despite Lingering Workforce Issues, AEC Industry Experiencing Forward Motion
Above photo taken by Dero. Designed by WDD Architects and Tsoi Kobus Design. Costs for construction have gone up to levels much higher than would have been dreamed possible four years ago, said Brian Black, principal, AIA LEED AP, for…
Brandon Horvath of Benton is the 2023 State Star for Arkansas. State Stars from across the nation were honored at the America’s SBDC 44th Annual Conference Sept. 5-8 in Nashville. The State Star award, the highest accolade for Small Business Development Center…
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Filling A Need: Summerwood Sports Providing Much-Needed Outlet
by Mark Carterby Mark CarterPictured above: Summerwood Sports opened with two gyms for basketball and volleyball. (Photos by DeWaine Duncan) Summerwood Sports’ calendar was filling up even before it opened in Bryant earlier this summer. Opened by brothers Doug and David Hendrix Sr., who…
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Administrators of State’s 25 Largest Hospitals
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffChad S. Aduddell CHI St. Vincent Little Rock Chad S. Aduddell has been CEO of CHI St. Vincent since 2015. He previously served as executive vice president and chief operations officer of CHI St. Vincent and president of CHI St.…
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Smith-Caldwell Drug Store Closes Its Doors
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffSmith-Caldwell Drug Store, a historic pharmacy in downtown Benton, has closed its doors after 133 years of business. The building has been purchased by Walgreens in a merger agreement. The company’s website and social media pages have already been taken…
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Goodwill Kicks Off Salt Bowl Donation Drive Competition Between Benton and Bryant
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffLITTLE ROCK — Back for the sixth consecutive year, Benton and Bryant are extending their rivalry beyond the field to positively impact their communities. Both locations and school districts are encouraged to participate in the 2023 Salt Bowl Donation Drive…
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Is Benton Getting a Buc-ee’s?
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThere’s a strong possibility that Buc-ee’s is getting a location in Benton, according to MySaline.com. On Thursday, July 27, the Benton Advertising and Promotion (A&P) Commission met to consider a proposal from someone wanting to buy land at Exit 114.…
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Terra Energy Services Changes Name to ACDI Energy Services
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffTerra Energy Services, a division of Access Control Devices, Inc. (ACDI), has changed its name to ACDI Energy Services. According to a press release from the company, the new name reflects a commitment to the ACDI brand and the industry-leading…
Several cases of canine influenza have been confirmed in central Arkansas, leading veterinarians to recommend increased precautions for dog owners. The disease does not affect humans, but is highly contagious for dogs and can be fatal. According to a recent…