WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County hosted the Northwestern Oklahoma State University men’s basketball team on Wednesday, Jan. 14, as the Rangers used the facility for a practice session ahead of their scheduled game against the University of Arkansas at Monticello. The visiting team practiced at the Warren…
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UAHT and UAM Announce Bachelor’s Degrees in Business and Education
HOPE, Ark. — On Thursday, the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) and the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) announced a new partnership to enhance access to affordable higher education in Arkansas. The collaboration enables UAHT students to pursue bachelor’s degrees from UAM at some of the most affordable tuition rates in the state. Through…
January Duck Numbers Likely Low
Midwinter Survey Coming; Anecdotal Reports Not Promising Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologists were able to survey the waterfowl landscape last week with no significant delays (unlike December’s aerial survey attempts), and the results from those flights and counts for the annual midwinter survey will be out in the coming days. But from anecdotal reports…
Hasley named as a fall 2025 Presidential Scholar at the University of Central Arkansas
CONWAY, ARKANSAS (01/14/2026)– Taylor Hasley of Hermitage was named a Presidential Scholar at the University of Central Arkansas for fall 2025. More than 1,200 students were named as Presidential Scholars. Students must achieve a 4.0 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours to qualify as a Presidential Scholar.
Charles Andrus, 1941-2026
Charles Andrus age 84, of Warren, AR died Tuesday, January 13th, 2026at his home. He was born August 30, 1941 in Ashland, Kansas a son of the late Charles Andrus and Bernice Lindsay Andrus. He was a career lumber salesman, working for Potlatch Lumber Company for 28 yearsand Ray White Lumber Company for 20 years. He was a member of First Assembly…
UCA announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List honorees from Warren, Hermitage
CONWAY, Ark. (01-14-26) — The University of Central Arkansas has announced its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing more than 1,600 students for outstanding academic achievement. Among those honored were Easton Parker of Hermitage and Ivan Pahuamba of Warren. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least…
Warren Fire Department Fireman’s Ball Set for Jan. 31
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Fire Department will host its annual Fireman’s Ball on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at the Warren Country Club, beginning at 7 p.m. Warren firefighter Josh Belvedresi announced this week that the deadline to purchase tickets is approaching, with less than two weeks remaining for those wishing to attend. Tickets are…
Phase 2 of Lakewoods Trails project officially underway in Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Construction is officially underway on Phase 2 of the Lakewoods Trails project in Monticello, continuing the expansion of the city’s developing cycling and outdoor recreation system. Organizers with Lakewoods Trails – Monticello announced the start of the new phase, noting that additional trail segments and improvements are now in progress. During construction,…
Commercial Bank Announces Promotion of Nick Temple
Article submitted MONTICELLO, Ark. – Commercial Bank & Trust is proud to announce the promotion of Nick Temple to Senior Vice President of IT Operations & Security. Since joining the bank in September 2013, Nick has held various leadership responsibilities and mentored the development of his colleagues while gaining experience across all bank operations. Todd…
Rotary’s First Program of 2026 is WHS Girls Basketball Coach Mary Beth Grant
The Rotary Club of Warren held its first meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, Jan. 13 inside the Fellowship Hall at First Methodist Church. The club heard from Junior Rotarians Jennifer Carpenter and Sydney Clark from Warren High School to begin things. Rotarian Carla Wardlaw then introduced her program of Warren High School Girls Basketball Coach…
Community Grieves After Fatal House Fire in Banks
BANKS, Ark. — A late-night house fire in Banks claimed the lives of a pregnant mother and her one-year-old child Wednesday evening, with the unborn child also lost in the incident, according to a fire report from the Banks Volunteer Fire Department and information provided to Saline River News. Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 8:53…
Danny Ray Howard, 1958-2026
Danny Ray Howard age 67 of Rison, AR died Monday January 12th, 2026 at the Greenhouse Cottages in Rison, AR. He was born June 5th, 1958 in Warren, AR a son of the late Hughie Kimbrell and Shirley Ezell Howard. Danny Ray was employed with Smart Chevrolet for 25 years and a member of Center…
Hayley Mckinley named to Missouri State University’s fall 2025 dean’s list
SPRINGFIELD, MO (01/13/2026)– Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the fall semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Hayley Mckinley from Hermitage (71647) made the list.…
Dry Conditions Persist as Wildfire Danger Remains Elevated Across South Arkansas
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WARREN, Ark. – Dry weather conditions continue to grip much of Arkansas, keeping wildfire danger elevated across the state and prompting burn bans in several counties, according to the National Weather Service Little Rock and the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division. For residents in Bradley County, wildfire danger is currently classified as moderate, consistent…
Warren City Council holds January meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council met in regular session Monday at the Warren Municipal Building, with Mayor Gregg Reep presiding. This article is brought to you by: Council members present included Chanel Hooper, Dorothy C. Henderson, Latanza Atkins, Emily Moseley and Joel Tolefree. Memory Burks-Frazer was unable to attend due to illness. Minutes…
Kenneth Rochell Celebrates Retirement After 46 Years at PotlatchDeltic
WARREN, Ark. — A retirement celebration was recently held at PotlatchDeltic honoring Warren local Kenneth Rochell, marking the end of a remarkable 46-year career with the company. Rochell’s long tenure at PotlatchDeltic was recognized during the gathering, which brought together family, friends, and former coworkers to celebrate his decades of service. Several photos from the…
Warren High School musicians earn ASBOA Region 3 honors
WARREN, Ark. — Four Warren High School band students earned placements in the Arkansas School Band and Orchestra Association (ASBOA) Region 3 Concert Honor Bands following auditions held Friday in Sheridan. Javier Garcia, Jaretsy Torres, Natalie Gregorio and Mayren Herrera each secured spots in their respective ensembles after competing against students from across the region.…
Warren Branch Library recognizes memorial donation honoring Linda Kercheval
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Branch Library recently recognized a memorial donation made in honor of the late Linda Kercheval, expressing appreciation to Bradley Block Builders for their generosity and continued support of the library. The memorial gift was presented to the library in loving memory of Kercheval. A photo shared by the Warren Branch…
Mae Allen Wagnon March, 1947-2026
Mae Allen Wagnon March of Warren, AR went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2026. Born in England, AR, April 20, 1947 to James D. Allen and Arleetha Evans Allen. Mae was a loving mother, grandmother, and wife. She was a retired nurse and a member of Emmaus Baptist Church of New Edinburg, AR. She was…
Alvin Leon Crawford, 1943-2026
Alvin Leon Crawford, 82, of Warren, passed away, December 25, 2025. Born June 10, 1943, to the late Kelley Sr. and Alice Crawford. Alvin’s friendly nature and loving spirit will live on through his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kelley Sr. & Alice Crawford; brothers, Kelley Crawford Jr., Willie Crawford; sisters,…
Stacy Lawrence Newton, 1966-2026
Stacy Lawrence Newton, 59, of Warren, formerly of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away December 27, 2025. Born January 18, 1966, to Armanda Newton. As a young boy he spent his summers in the country farming with his grandpa, picking watermelons and hanging with his favorite, and only grandmother, Leatrice Newton. Stacy rededicated his life to…