WARREN, Ark. — The burn ban for the City of Warren has been lifted, according to a social media post from city officials on Monday afternoon. The announcement indicates that conditions have improved enough to allow outdoor burning within city limits once again. Residents are still encouraged to use caution and follow any local guidelines…
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No. 1 Weevils Open GAC Tournament Versus No. 8 East Central Thursday
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team outright clinched the 2026 GAC regular season and will open play in the 2026 GAC postseason as the No. 1 overall seed, taking on the No. 8-seeded East Central University Tigers. The two squads will face each other at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, April 30, on…
Weevils Split Senior Day Doubleheader with Southern Arkansas
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team closed out the final weekend of Great American Conference play Saturday afternoon, splitting a doubleheader with Southern Arkansas at Union Bank Park. The Boll Weevils used a massive sixth-inning rally to take game one, 15-8, before the Muleriders answered with a 7-1 victory in game two.…
Reminder: American Heart Association program to offer free blood pressure education, monitors in Warren
WARREN, Ark. — A community health program aimed at helping residents better understand and manage high blood pressure will be held later this month at the Warren Branch Library. The event, part of the American Heart Association’s “Libraries with Heart” initiative, is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at…
Local artist Rob Reep to showcase work in El Dorado’s 5×5 Art Dash fundraiser
EL DORADO, Ark. — Local artist Rob Reep will be among the featured artists in the upcoming 11th annual 5×5 Art Dash, set for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado. The fundraiser features original artwork created by participating artists on 5-inch by 5-inch canvases, offering a wide variety…
Audit Presentation Among Items Discussed in April BCMC Board Gathering
WARREN, Ark. (4/23/26) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors held its April meeting on Thursday, April 23 inside the hospital’s conference room with an audit presentation, financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals among the items reviewed. The meeting began with an audit presentation by Nick Scott and Wes Thew of Wipfli.…
Blossoms Fall in Game Three to Southern Arkansas
MAGNOLIA, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello Blossoms softball team wrapped up its Great American Conference series against Southern Arkansas University on Saturday afternoon. The Blossoms were unable to overcome an early surge by SAU, falling in five innings, 0-13. Game 3, 5 Innings Arkansas-Monticello: 0, Southern Arkansas: 13 WP: Emma Duncan (25-2) LP:…
Aria Hunt earns High Point honors at White Hall Last Chance Relays
WARREN, Ark. — Warren High School standout Aria Hunt delivered a dominant performance Thursday night at the White Hall Last Chance Relays, earning High Point honors after sweeping three sprint events. Hunt placed first in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 400-meter races, showcasing her versatility and speed across multiple distances. She also recorded a personal record…
Monticello rallies late to edge Lady Jacks 12-11 in key 8-4A showdown
WARREN, Ark. — The Lady Jacks played host to the Lady Billies in a very important 8-4A matchup, with a win meaning a share of the conference title. By David King Saline River News Softball Contributor This game report is brought to you by Warren jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning,…
Weevils Clinch GAC Regular Season Championship, Take Down Muleriders in Series Opener
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team returned to Union Bank Park on Thursday evening to open its final weekend of Great American Conference play in the regular season against long-time school rival, Southern Arkansas. The Weevils came out of the series opener with a 9-8 victory over the Muleriders. With the win and results…
Hermitage students represent high school at Arkansas FFA State Convention
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Students from Hermitage High School recently represented their school at the 99th Arkansas FFA State Convention & Expo, according to a post from the Hermitage School District. The group of Hermitage FFA members attended the annual event, showcasing their involvement in agricultural education and leadership development. The convention brings together students from…
Reminder: HopePlace Warren to Host Community Baby Shower April 28
WARREN, Ark. — HopePlace Warren will host a Community Baby Shower on Tuesday, April 28, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will take place at HopePlace Warren and is designed to support expecting mothers and families with young infants in the local area. Door prizes will include items such as a car seat,…
Reminder: National Arbor Day in Bradley County Happening Today, April 24th 2026
Warren Woman’s Club members are partnering with the Child Care Center of First Presbyterian Church Warren in hosting Bradley County’s 2026 Arbor Day celebration on Friday, April 24th. The event is scheduled for 1:30 pm in the church courtyard area, south of the church. The public is invited to join the children and other participants…
Bradley County 4-H Broiler BBQ Draws Strong Participation, Winners Advance to District
WARREN, Ark. — The Bradley County 4-H Broiler BBQ was recently held, with participants showcasing their grilling skills in a successful event hosted by the Bradley County Extension Office. According to information provided by the Bradley County Extension Office, three members demonstrated their expertise before judges, who evaluated each competitor’s performance. In the senior division,…
Mainline Health Systems Receives $790,333 to Expand Opioid Treatment Services
WARREN, Ark. — Mainline Health Systems, Inc. has been awarded $790,333 in opioid settlement funding through the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership (ARORP) to expand access to treatment services for opioid use disorder in Grant County. According to information shared by Mainline Health Systems, the funding will be used to support medication for opioid use disorder…
Warren High School students participate in riverbank cleanup effort
WARREN, Ark. — Students from Warren High School’s EAST program recently took part in a riverbank cleanup as part of the Keep America Beautiful initiative, working alongside Moro Bay staff to help improve the local environment. According to information shared by the program, students spent time along the riverbanks collecting litter and debris, with a…
Re-New-ing Edinburg Community Group Meets, Continues Improvement Efforts
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – The Re-New-ing Edinburg group met on April 21, 2026, at the New Edinburg Community Center, with several members in attendance including Melody Spears, Martha Tolano, Roger McClellan, Patricia McClellan, Linda Hornaday, Brenda Triplett, Don Triplett, Kathy Waldrop, and David Kemp. Roger McClellan, vice president, opened the meeting in the absence of…
Mud, Sweat and Cheers: Mud Olympics Return to UAM
Excitement was palpable as students at the University of Arkansas at Monticello found themselves knee-deep in the 2026 Mud Olympics. After a six-year hiatus, the long-time campus tradition returned on April 8, creating an afternoon packed with laughter, competition and fun. Five teams featuring over 30 students competed in a series of muddy events, including…
Compost celebrated with week of webinars, in-person events May 4-8
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — An ancient horticultural practice that’s finding new adherents and applications, such as the rooftop garden at the University of Arkansas Student Union, is being celebrated May 4-8 during Compost Awareness Week. Matt Bertucci, an assistant professor of horticulture, has made compost a central part of his research for the past three years. While working on the NWA Specialty Crop Soil Health Program, we learned that 63 percent of participating…
Blossoms Softball Alters Schedule for Series at SAU
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Softball team heads to Magnolia, Arkansas, for its final road series of the season against the Muleriders of Southern Arkansas University. Due to forecasted inclement weather the series against SAU has been flexed to a 4:00 p.m. doubleheader on Thursday, April 23, and a 1:00 p.m. single game…
Boll Weevils Alter Senior Weekend Series with Muleriders Due to Weather
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team closes out the 2025 regular season at home on Weevils Field at Union Bank Park against the Muleriders of Southern Arkansas University. Due to forecasted inclement weather the originally scheduled weekend home slate with the SAU has been flexed to a single contest at 5:00 p.m.…