Warren High School Releases Updated 2025–2026 Orientation Schedule for Students

WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School has released its updated schedule for the 2025–2026 student orientation, with events set to take place at Lumberjack Arena. Orientation for freshmen, sophomores, and all new students will be held on Monday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m. This session will help students prepare for the upcoming school year, including…

Bradley County Services Building Available for Rent on Smith Road

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Services Building, located at 302 Smith Road in Warren, is now available for public rental, according to a recent announcement from the Bradley County Courthouse. Community members interested in reserving the facility can contact the County Judge’s Office at 870-226-3853 ext. 5 for booking and further information. The building…

Asher Weaver Wins First Place in Bait Casting at 4-H State O’Rama

WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County’s Asher Weaver earned top honors at the 4-H State O’Rama held today on the University of Arkansas campus, taking First Place in the Bait Casting Competition. The Bradley County Extension Office gave Weaver a public shoutout for his achievement, calling it a “great job” and celebrating his success in the…

Warren School District reminds parents to schedule immunizations ahead of new school year

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District is reminding families that children who are or will be turning 4, 11, or 16 years old before August 12, 2025, must receive updated immunizations in order to meet Arkansas state requirements for school attendance. Parents and guardians are encouraged to schedule appointments now through their local healthcare…

Arkansas Archeological Survey at UAM Hosts Open Lab Days

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Arkansas Archeological Survey’s UAM Research Station will host open lab days each Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., inviting the public to visit, learn, and volunteer in archeological activities. This Wednesday will be particularly special, as it marks the first lab day with the station’s new assistant, Sunni. Participants can…

Race Frazer Represents SAU at National Ducks Unlimited Banquet in Memphis

Race Frazer of Warren represented Southern Arkansas University (SAU) at the National Ducks Unlimited Banquet held this past weekend in Memphis, Tennessee. Frazer was on hand to accept several national awards recognizing SAU’s Ducks Unlimited chapter for its exceptional fundraising efforts. The chapter received three notable honors: The recognition highlights SAU’s strong support of Ducks…

Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Locating Shooting Suspect

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the community’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting that left a Warren man with life-threatening injuries over the weekend. The full statement from the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office reads: “The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s…

UAM Awarded $800,000 for Interior Restoration Projects on Visual and Performing Arts Center

MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has been awarded a grant of $800,000 from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council (ANCRC) to fund the second phase of a two-part renovation of the Visual and Performing Arts Center (VPAC). Built in 1954 and previously used as the Student Union Building, the…

Warren High School Class of 1965 Gathers for 60th Reunion During Pink Tomato Weekend

WARREN, Ark. – Members of the Warren High School Class of 1965 reunited to celebrate their 60th class reunion during Pink Tomato Festival weekend in June, gathering at the home of Bryan and Sue Martin. Some of those in attendance included Patricia Spraggins Williams, David Norman, Judith Jeffers Scobey, Ed Lain, Sterling McBee, Olga Namanek…

UAM Investment Club Receives $30,000 Grant To Launch Student-Managed Investment Fund

MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Investment Club has received a $30,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to support the new Student-Managed Investment Fund (SMIF), an initiative launching this fall that will provide club members with real-world experience in investing in financial markets, conducting financial analyses…

Drew County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Armed Robbery at Wilmar Store

WILMAR, Ark. – The Drew County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that took place at a convenience store in Wilmar on the evening of July 18. Sheriff Tim Nichols issued the following statement on social media: “On July 18, 2025 at approximately 11:10pm the Drew County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to J-Birds Convenience…

Clara Mae Williams, 1942-2025

Clara Mae Williams, 82, of Warren, passed away July 8, 2025. Born September 23, 1942, to Johnny and Richola Williams. Clara received her early education from Vaster School in Moscow, Arkansas. Clara accepted Christ as her Saviour at an early age at Cherry Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Moscow, AR. She joined College Height Church…

Weaver Joins UAM Archeological Research Station as Full-Time Assistant

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Sunni Deb Weaver, a recent graduate of the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), has officially joined the Arkansas Archeological Survey’s UAM Research Station as a full-time archeological assistant. Weaver earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Bachelor of Science in psychology from UAM in May 2025. She is…

SEACBEC Students Place 18th Nationally at SkillsUSA Conference in Atlanta

SEACBEC students representing Warren, Arkansas made their mark at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, placing 18th in the nation in two separate competitions. Held June 23–27 in Atlanta, Georgia, the SkillsUSA National Conference brought together the best student competitors from across the country to showcase their career and technical education skills. SEACBEC…