Good morning, Benton.

Madison Energy Infrastructure and Verogy completed a 7.2 MW solar array for Beaver Water District that will generate about 12,300 MWh yearly to meet 15–20% of its electricity needs and deliver up to $11 million in lifetime savings.

Local health officials warn that cychlorphine—a synthetic opioid reportedly 10 times stronger than fentanyl—is approaching the area (linked to dozens of overdoses in nearby states) and may need several doses of Narcan to reverse an overdose.

Rob Tillman, a dedicated physical therapist known as Magic Hands (for his expert care), touched many lives in Benton.

He mentored future therapists and fought cancer with courage until his death, leaving a lasting mark on his community.

Benton and Searcy will face off Friday in Searcy to decide second place in 6A-East after Sheridan’s win moved them to No. 1 + Benton must play its best defense to slow Searcy’s offense in the first meeting since 2023.