(KNSI) – Kids have a new place to play at Benton Beach Park on Little Rock Lake. Thanks to generous community donations, the county park now features a new playground.
The equipment was donated to Benton County by Sauk Rapids. The playground was installed with donations from Langola Township, the Rice Sportsmen’s Club and the Rice Lions Club.
Officials also wanted to thank Saldana Excavating and Aggregates for donating 80 yards of sand.
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