WARREN, Ark. — The First Baptist Church of Warren will host a multi-month book club this spring inviting participants to examine the claims of Christianity using investigative reasoning, similar to how a cold-case detective evaluates evidence. The “Fact or Fable” Book Club will center on the book Cold-Case Christianity by former homicide detective J. Warner…
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Arkansas hunters surpass $1 million in donations to fight hunger
LITTLE ROCK — Donations to Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry from hunting and fishing license buyers officially topped the $1 million mark, thanks to more than $18,800 dollars collected in December. Donations, often gathered just a dollar or two at a time, are collected at checkout as an option when anyone purchases a license, magazine…
U.S. could lose measles elimination status; Eight cases in Arkansas in 2025
By Rebekah HallU of A System Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — The United States is poised to lose its measles elimination status due to last year’s resurgence of the disease in 44 states, including Arkansas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2025, the CDC reported more than 2,200 confirmed cases of the…
All eyes on potential winter weather this weekend
Tonight Increasing clouds, with a temperature rising to around 42 by 4am. South wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Wednesday Showers, mainly before 4pm. High near 52. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half…
Union Bank and Trust announces Clint Horn as new board member
Article submitted Union Bank and Trust Company is excited to announce the addition of Mr. Clint Horn to the Union Bank Board of Directors! Clint and his wife Allana are the founders and owners of Timber Logistics in Warren, where they have been deeply involved and strongly committed to the prosperity of Warren and all…
Lady Jacks edge Star City on the road, improve to 19-2
STAR CITY, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks pulled off a thrilling 42-39 road victory over the Star City Lady Bulldogs on Tuesday night, improving their impressive record to 19-2 overall and 2-0 in Conference 8-4A. This game report is brought to you by Warren came out strong in the opening quarter, building an 8-4…
Warren falls to Star City on the road, 81-50
STAR CITY, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks faced a tough road test Tuesday night and came up short, falling 81-50 to the Star City Bulldogs. This game report is brought to you by The game opened competitively, with Bleyze Fellows scoring the Lumberjacks’ first basket to tie the game at 2-2. Zaydin Grider followed with…
Drew County Fair dates announced well in advance for 2026
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Organizers of the Drew County Fair are giving residents plenty of notice, announcing dates for the 2026 fair well in advance. According to a recent “save the date” announcement, the Drew County Fair is scheduled to return October 6–10, 2026. The early announcement is intended to give families, exhibitors, and community groups…
Woodlawn students selected for Arkansas Boys State and Girls State
WOODLAWN — The Woodlawn School District has announced that four students have been selected to attend the prestigious Arkansas Boys State and Arkansas Girls State leadership programs this summer. According to a post from Woodlawn School District, Cash Hargis and Seth Parker were chosen to attend Arkansas Boys State, while Alivia Nixon and Leah Brewer…
Apply for an Arkansas public land turkey hunting permit by Feb. 15
LITTLE ROCK — Hunters have until 11:59 p.m. Feb. 15 to apply for a chance at one of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s managed permit-only turkey hunts on select wildlife management areas throughout the state this spring. Visit www.agfc.com and click the “Get a License” link in the top right corner of the page to get…
MLK Banquet Planned at St. James AME Church January 24
WARREN, Ark. — A Martin Luther King Jr. Banquet honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 4 p.m. at St. James AME Church in Warren. The event’s theme is “Remembering His Words,” drawn from Amos 5:24: “But let justice roll down like waters,…
Virginia (Gingy) Dew Cuthbertson, 1948-2026
Virginia (Gingy) Dew Cuthbertson, age 77, died January 17, 2026, at home in Warren, Arkansas. She was the daughter of the late H.A. (Jack) Dew, M.D. and Freddie Free Dew, both of Warren. Gingy was a graduate of Warren High School and the University of Arkansas. She married John Cuthbertson in May of 1970. The…
Mary Kathryn (Kay) Carter Scroggins, 1937-2026
Mary Kathryn (Kay) Carter Scroggins of El Dorado, formerly of Warren, passed into glory to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ face to face on January 16, 2026, at Timberlane Health and Rehabilitation. She was born February 21, 1937, in Warren to the late Orlan P. Carter, Sr. and Edna Novella Wells Carter. Kay…
5th Annual Sam Clanton Memorial Hog Hunt set for Feb. 6–8
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Sam Clanton Memorial Foundation will host the 5th Annual Sam Clanton Memorial Hog Hunt on February 6–8, 2026, bringing teams from across the region together for a competitive weekend that supports scholarships and charitable assistance. The event will begin at 1:00 a.m. on Friday, February 6, and conclude with weigh-in at…
City of Warren issues burn ban due to dry conditions
WARREN, Ark. – A burn ban is currently in effect within the city limits of Warren only due to dry conditions that have increased the risk of fires. City officials emphasized that this is not a countywide burn ban, but applies specifically to the City of Warren. All outdoor burning inside the city limits is…
City of Warren schedule for MLK Day
The Warren Municipal Building will be closed Monday, January 19, 2026 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. There will be no garbage collection by the City that day. All City Emergency Services will be staffed and working. The ESC will be open.
Warren Country Club to host Shamrock Shootout March 21–22
WARREN, Ark. – Golfers will have a chance to tee it up locally just ahead of spring break when the Warren Country Club hosts its annual Shamrock Shootout on Friday and Saturday, March 21–22. The two-day event will be played as a 2-person shamble. In the shamble format, both players tee off on each hole,…
SouthArk Awarded Federal Grant to Expand Nursing Education Pathways
EL DORADO, Ark. — South Arkansas College has been awarded a federal grant of more than $1.5 million to expand nursing education opportunities and increase the nursing workforce in rural and underserved areas. According to the college, the four-year grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Resources…
Lady Jacks secure statement win over Watson Chapel in Conference opener
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks turned back a strong challenge from Watson Chapel on Friday night, rallying for a 67-59 victory at Lumberjack Arena to improve to 18-2 overall and earn their first win in Conference 8-4A play. This game report is brought to you by Facing what is expected to be one…
Lumberjacks show resilience in home loss to Watson Chapel
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks continued to show steady progress Friday night at Lumberjack Arena, battling back after an early deficit before falling 58-47 to Watson Chapel in their Conference 8-4A opener. This game report is brought to you by The game began in difficult fashion for Warren, as Watson Chapel raced out to…
Warren, Hermitage schools closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
WARREN, Ark. — Parents and students in Bradley County are reminded that the Warren School District and the Hermitage School District will be out of school on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The closure also includes ABC Preschool in Warren. All classes and normal school operations across the…