One of Saline County’s favorite traditions is back! Next week, the Panthers and Hornets come together for a full week of tradition, community, friendly competition and school spirit leading up to the 2026 Salt Bowl!

And around here, we know Salt Bowl is about a whole lot more than one football game.

MONDAY, AUGUST 24

Peanut Butter Drive kicks off

Salt Bowl Blood Drive at the River Center

Goodwill Donation Drive continues

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

Community Pep Rally

6:00 p.m.

@ Everett Infiniti of Central Arkansas

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26

Coaches & Players Press Conference

11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

@ Saline County Career & Technical Campus

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27

Battle of the B-Towns Volleyball Game

5:00 p.m.

@ Benton Arena

FRIDAY, AUGUST 28

SALT BOWL!

Benton Panthers vs. Bryant Hornets

Kickoff at 7:00 p.m.

Bryant Stadium

For more than 50 years, this rivalry has brought our communities together. Now it’s time for another week of memories, competition, and Panther pride.