Pafford Stories
By Cody Berry In addition to our firefighters and police, we also recognize the importance of our brave EMTs out there. Our current exhibit First In: A Tribute to Our First Responders features some items on loan from our friends at Pafford Emergency Medical Services. Pafford is a family-owned company out of Magnolia, Arkansas, where … Continued
Gavin is dyslexic. But with the library’s help, his reading level has skyrocketed.
Gavin, 8 years old, has always struggled to read. At a very young age, he was diagnosed with dyslexia, a learning disorder which makes understanding letters very difficult. “b’s” become “p’s” and “e’s and “c’s” are difficult to tell apart. On top of that, Gavin has difficulty seeing due to a pointed lens in his … Continued
Saline Reads 2026
So much fun, we’re doing it again this year! Why read a book alone when you can read it with so many friends? We’re proud to announce the second annual Saline Reads program. We’ll have daily videos on Facebook and YouTube reading with your favorite librarians! Tune in on our social media every weekday from … Continued
The Creation of the Benton Fire DepartmentÂ
By Cody Berry On September 21, 1916, the Benton Courier reported that a fire had destroyed H. S. Glenn’s storerooms on Market Street in downtown Benton the previous Sunday. By the time the fire was discovered, it had also damaged the adjoining property – Glenn’s home and the Walton block to the north. Glenn’s two … Continued
Job Opening: Seasonal Library Assistant
The Seasonal Library Assistant is responsible for all public service operations including circulation, reference, and technology help at all branches. The schedule is flexible, week days and Saturdays up to 19 hours per week. Qualifications: High School Diploma required; Arkansas driver’s license required; customer service experience working with the public is preferred. The successful applicant … Continued
Job Opening: Public Relations Manager
Summary The Public Relations Manager oversees planning, implementation, and evaluation of all communications and marketing activities for the Saline County Library system. Qualifications Required: Preferred: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Responsibilities
Halloween 2026 at Saline County Library!
Another year, another spooky season! We’re so excited to kick off the events for Halloween in 2026. This year, we’ve got some awesome storytimes, movies, and more! Check out everything happening at your local library. The Costume Closet Is Back! Starting at 9:00 AM on Thursday, October 1, the Saline County Library’s annual Costume Closet … Continued
Battle of the Businesses 2026
So how does it work? đź’› Are you a business interested in participating? Fill out this form! ➡️ OR, Are you looking to donate? Find a donation box at one of our brave champion’s storefront locations below and help your favorite take the win! Items in Need: Our Participating Champions (Donate at these locations!): Special … Continued
Why Remember 9/11Â at the Gann?Â
By Cody Berry While the Gann Museum specializes in the history of Saline County, we must also acknowledge that sometimes events that happen elsewhere also affect life right here in Arkansas. In the decades after the terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001, people have been asking each other, “Where were you when 9/11 happened?” Whether you were a student in school here, like I was, or … Continued