WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Fire Department responded to a house fire at the corner of South John C. Moss and Sturgis Streets around midday Tuesday, with crews arriving quickly and bringing the situation under control. According to observations at the scene, the fire appeared to have started or been centered around a window air…
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Fire Destroys Farmville Missionary Baptist Church Near Hermitage
HERMITAGE, Ark. (3-31-26) — A fire that broke out around midday Tuesday, March 31, has destroyed the building of Farmville Missionary Baptist Church located north of Hermitage. According to early reports, multiple fire departments, including Bradley Country Rural, Pleasantville, and Hermitage Volunteer Fire Departments, responded to the blaze, which fully engulfed the structure. The church,…
Forging History: 5th Annual James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival Returns to Washington, Arkansas April 24-25, 2026
The City of Washington, Arkansas, in partnership with Buck’s Maintenance Service Inc., the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana Foundation, Arkansas’s Great Southwest, and Historic Washington State Park, will host the 5th Annual James Black’s Bowie Heritage Festival on April 24–25, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The festival honors legendary bladesmith James Black, who forged…
Lady Jacks Split Recent Games, Open Conference Play at Star City
WARREN – The Warren Lady Jacks softball team picked up multiple strong performances at the plate in recent action, earning key wins while also facing tough competition ahead of conference play. Reporting by David King Saline River News Softball Contributor Warren bounced back from a loss to Vilonia with a 12-8 road victory over Malvern…
Warren High School announces upcoming events for Class of 2026
WARREN, Ark. — Warren High School has released a schedule of upcoming events for the Class of 2026, outlining key dates for seniors as they approach the end of the school year. The schedule begins with a senior meeting set for April 1 at 8:40 a.m. in the WHS cafeteria. Prom will follow on April…
Arkansas Historic Preservation Program to hold National Register training
Little Rock – The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program will hold training on the National Register of Historic Places on April 25, 2026, at 9 a.m. at the Department of Parks Heritage & Tourism Headquarters at 1100 North Street in Little Rock. “The National Register of Historic Places is arguably the most popular program of the…
Annual turkey report offers insight into 2026 hunting season
LITTLE ROCK — With the opening days of Arkansas’s turkey hunting season only a few weeks away, hunters may want to check out the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s recently released 2025 Annual Turkey Program Report to gain a little insight into trends in Arkansas’s flock. Last year, hunters checked 11,332 turkeys throughout the state…
James Randall Doggett, 1942-2026
James Randall Doggett age 83 of Warren, AR passed to his heavenly home Thursday, March 26, 2026 at his home. He was born June 15, 1942 to the late Leonard Doggett and Mable Sweeney Doggett. James loved the Lord, his family and his Church. He was a life long faithful servant of Pleasant Valley Free…
James “Jim” Norris, 1933-2026
James “Jim” Norris age 92, of New Edinburg, AR died Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 at the Belle View Nursing and Rehab in Monticello, AR. He was born May 21st, 1933 in New Edinburg, AR a son of the late Elmer R. Norris and O’lelian Joiner Norris. He and his first wife, Mary Flanigen Norris bore…
Citywide Holy Week Services Scheduled Across Warren
WARREN, Ark. — Area churches are coming together to host a series of Holy Week services beginning March 29 and continuing through April 3, offering both nightly revival services and daytime gatherings for the community. The Bradley County Ministerial Alliance will lead a week of services featuring multiple congregations and speakers, with events taking place…
BCMC Board Conducts March Business and Introduces New Member
WARREN, Ark. (3/27/26) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met inside the hospital’s conference room for its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 26 and introduced Ethan Vickers as the board’s newest member. Topics covered included financial updates, executive updates, annual approval of policies, and votes to use sales tax funds on a…
Community Prayer Meetings Scheduled at Warren City Park Beginning April 11
WARREN — A series of community prayer meetings aimed at bringing together residents from across denominations will begin in April at Warren City Park. The gatherings are scheduled for April 11, April 25, and May 30, with each meeting set to begin at 9:00 a.m. Organizers are inviting individuals, families, and churches from throughout the…
UAM To Host Annual Arkansas History Conference in April
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Between April 9 and 11, the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) will host the 85th annual conference of the Arkansas Historical Association (AHA). Other local sponsors of the conference are Monticello’s A&P Commission and Commercial Bank. A complete program, which includes a full list of sponsors, is available on the AHA’s website. The Arkansas Historical Association has published the “Arkansas Historical Quarterly,” the…
Jacks Take Down Malvern and Mayflower at Robinson Invitational
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (3/26/26) – The Warren High School baseball team traveled to Little Rock Mills Thursday evening to take part in the Robinson Invitational and came home with two wins over Malvern and Mayflower to improve to 4-4 on the season. By Dennen Cuthbertson Saline River News Sports Contributor The Lumberjacks played two completely…
Ren Reep named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week
Ren Reep was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week for the week of March 22-28, 2026. He put in five innings pitched with 13 strikeouts on the mound. He also had three hits, including a triple, five RBIs, and a run scored offensively. Be sure to visit our sponsor,…
Tucker McDiarmid named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week
Tucker McDiarmid was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week for the week of March 15-21, 2026. He went 6-6 at the plate with four walks. Was not retired during the entire week and played solid defense. Be sure to visit our sponsor, Greg Harton Shelter Insurance online by CLICKING…
Tristen Miller Memorial Scholarship Bake Sale Set for April 2
RISON, Ark. — A scholarship bake sale in memory of Tristen Miller is scheduled for Thursday, April 2, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 6760 Highway 63 in Rison. The event is being organized by Woodlawn High School Spanish and will feature a wide variety of homemade desserts, including pies, cakes, and other baked…
Blessing Box in Hermitage Seeks Community Support
HERMITAGE, Ark. – A local effort to support families in need is gaining attention as community members respond to a call for help from the Blessing Box in Hermitage. According to a social media post from Deanna Smith, the Blessing Box — a community resource that provides essential items to those in need — is…
Free health screenings offered monthly at Mt. Carmel MBC in Warren
WARREN — Residents of Warren and the surrounding area will have the opportunity to receive free health screenings during a monthly event hosted by Baptist Health Community Outreach. The screenings will take place at Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, located at 510 North Walnut Street, on the second Tuesday of each month from 9:00 a.m.…
Pioneer Crafts Festival set for April 10-11 in Rison
RISON, Ark. — The annual Pioneer Crafts Festival will return to Pioneer Village on April 10-11, offering two days of activities centered around crafts, homesteading, gardening, and traditional skills. The festival will begin Friday, April 10 at 5 p.m. with a beans and greens supper accompanied by live music. Events will continue Saturday, April 11…
Celebrate Archeology Day set for March 28 in Monticello
MONTICELLO — A free, family-friendly event highlighting local history and archeology will take place Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pauline Baptist Church and Oakland Cemetery. The event, titled “Celebrate Archeology Day,” will feature hands-on activities and educational opportunities focused on cemetery preservation, ancient tools, and weaponry. Attendees will have the…