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Stuart Greer, an actor, was raised in Benton. George Washington Lucas was a young Union soldier who was awarded a Medal of Honor for killing an Arkansas militia general in Benton during the Civil War. Charles Franklin Cunningham Sr. was the first African American to serve as mayor of Benton.
Benton, located in the heart of Arkansas, is a city that offers a charming blend of history and community spirit. Known for its rich historical background, Benton played a significant role during the Civil War era, with several sites and buildings harking back to that time.
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Tri-City Herald on MSN: Here's what led up to an inmate's attempted suicide at the Benton jail
Here's what led up to an inmate's attempted suicide at the Benton jail
Tri-City Herald on MSN: Benton County jail inmate in serious condition after attempted suicide
NWAhomepage on MSN: Arkansas Supreme Court denies Benton County death row inmate Zachary Holly’s appeal
Zachary Holly, a Benton County man sentenced to death for raping and killing a child more than a decade ago, has had his appeal denied by the Arkansas Supreme Court.
Arkansas Supreme Court denies Benton County death row inmate Zachary Holly’s appeal
As of the 2020 census, Benton had a population of 35,014. The median age was 36.8 years. 25.9% of residents were under the age of 18 and 15.5% of residents were 65 years of age or older.