As we welcome a brand-new year, we want to say thank you to our readers, supporters, advertisers, and communities across south Arkansas. Your trust and support make it possible for us to continue doing what we believe in most—covering the news, sports, and stories that matter right here at home. Here’s to another year of…
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Arkansas State Police Seek Public Help in Hit-and-Run Crash on I-530
Courtesy of the Arkansas State Police PINE BLUFF, AR. – Arkansas State Police (ASP) is investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred on Interstate 530 South near the 34-mile marker at approximately 11:30 a.m. on December 30, 2025. An ASP Trooper responded to a crash involving an orange Dodge Charger and a red Peterbilt truck pulling…
ASP investigating officer-involved shooting in Fordyce
Article submitted by the Arkansas State Police: FORDYCE, AR – At the request of the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), Special Agents with the Arkansas State Police (ASP) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Fordyce. At 10:38 this morning, deputies with the DCSO and…
New Year’s Day Forecast
Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 36. Calm wind. New Year’s Day Increasing clouds, with a high near 65. Calm wind becoming west southwest around 5 mph. Thursday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph. Friday A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a…
Dry Conditions Increase Wildfire Risk Across Arkansas
Article from the Arkansas Department of Agriculture: Parts of Arkansas are experiencing dry conditions, increasing the risk of wildfires. Sparks from activities such as fireworks, outdoor equipment, or open flames can ignite dry vegetation and cause fires to spread quickly. To help Arkansans understand wildfire risk, the Department maintains a county-by-county wildfire danger map with…
Lola Butler, 1955-2025
Lola Butler was born on February 20, 1955 to the late Lessie Pearl and Louis Ware in Hampton, Arkansas. She passed away on December 26, 2025 after recent medical complications. She was a devoted caregiver, a loving mother, and a protective grandmother. Lola dedicated her life to hard work, service, and protecting those she loved…
Warren Lady Jacks Crowned Commercial Bank Southeast Arkansas Holiday Tournament Champions
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks delivered a statement performance Tuesday evening, defeating the Drew Central Lady Pirates 59–38 to capture the championship of the Commercial Bank Southeast Arkansas Holiday Tournament and continue one of the strongest starts the program has seen in nearly 30 years. This game report is brought to you by…
Warren closes holiday tournament against talented England team
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks wrapped up play at the Commercial Bank Southeast Arkansas Holiday Tournament with a 66–47 loss to the England Lions on Tuesday, closing the event with a determined effort against one of the most talented teams in the tournament field. This game report is brought to you by England opened…
Kevin L. Marshall, 1977-2025
Kevin L. Marshall, 48, of Little Rock, passed away December 15, 2025. Born September 29, 1977, to Brenda Marshall and Leotis Moseley. He was a 1996 graduate of Warren High School. He later moved to Little Rock, where he spent the remainder of his life. He enjoyed drawing, collecting hot wheels, building model cars and…
Betty Steelman-Clements, 1935-2025
Betty Steelman-Clements, age 90, passed away on December 30, 2025. Betty Lorice King was born on December 10, 1935 to Willis King and Amy (Sessions) King. She married the late, Freddy Eugene Williams, Sr (passed Aug 16, 1966) and shared children Cynthia Anne and Freddy Eugene Williams Jr. On June 1, 1968 she married the…
BCMC Board Meets for Final Time in 2025
WARREN, Ark. (12/30/25) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met Monday, Dec. 29 inside the hospital’s conference room for its monthly meeting and final one of 2025. Financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals were among the topics covered. Minutes from the previous gathering were approved before Controller Matt Pace spoke about…
City of Warren announces New Year’s holiday schedule
WARREN, Ark.- Warren officials have released the holiday operating schedule for the New Year. The Warren Municipal Building will remain open on New Year’s Eve but will be closed on New Year’s Day. There will be no garbage pickup on New Year’s Day. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly.
Warren Lady Jacks punch ticket to Drew Central Holiday Tournament championship
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks continue to look like a team ready to compete for a conference championship. This game report is brought to you by In round two of the Drew Central Holiday Tournament sponsored by Commercial Bank, Warren delivered another composed, high-level performance, pulling away from Monticello for a 51–41 victory…
Vernar Ray ‘Boolie’ Callum
Vernar Ray “Boolie” Callum, 80, of Warren, passed away November 21, 2025. Born April 22, 1945, to the late Vernar and Ozie Bea Callum. Vernar grew up in the Mt. Olive community and attended Hermitage High School in Hermitage, AR. While attending Hermitage school he played basketball and later moved to Pasadena, CA. He worked…
Bernice F. Newton Hampton, 1938-2025
Bernice F. Newton Hampton, 87, of Johnsville, passed away November 13, 2025. Born February 19, 1938, to the late Wiley and Artillia “Nellie” Newton. She accepted Christ at an early age and faithfully served the Lord throughout her life. She was a member and Mother of the church at Antioch Baptist Church in Johnsville, AR,…
Linda Joyce Powell Gannaway, 1963-2025
Linda Joyce Powell Gannaway, 62, of Warren, passed away December 1, 2025. Born May 29, 1963, to Lacerine Gannaway and the late John T. Gannaway. She gave her life to Christ at a young age at St. James AME Church of Warren under the leadership of Rev. T.J. Blackmon. Linda had a warm and loving…
Faye Burks Goins Guess, 1941-2025
Faye Burks Goins Guess, age 84, went to be with the Lord on December 26, 2025. She was born in Warren, AR, on January 31, 1941, to the late Wilmot and Clara Bell Moseley Burks. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, Bobby Guess, a stepson Lance Guess, and her…
Lumberjacks stay competitive early, fall to Bearden at Drew Central Holiday Tournament
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks tipped off their second game of the Drew Central Holiday Tournament sponsored by Commercial Bank at approximately 12:20 p.m. Monday, facing a tough test against Bearden. This game report is brought to you by Warren fell 65–45 to the Bears, moving to 1–7 on the season, but the loss…
Lumberjacks Earn First Win Under Davis at Drew Central Holiday Tournament
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks picked up their first win of the 2025 season Saturday evening, defeating Drew Central 64-61 in the Commercial Bank Southeast Arkansas Holiday Tournament hosted by Drew Central. This game report is brought to you by Warren was led on the scoresheet by Bleyze Fellows, who finished with 17 points…
Faye Burks Goins Guess, 1941-2025
Faye Burks Goins Guess, age 84, went to be with the Lord on December 26, 2025. She was born in Warren, AR, on January 31, 1941, to the late Wilmot and Clara Bell Moseley Burks. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, Bobby Guess, a stepson Lance Guess, and her brother Ray…
Lady Jacks Top Junction City 62–36 in Opening Round of Drew Central Holiday Tournament
MONTICELLO — The Warren Lady Jacks opened play in the Drew Central Holiday Tournament with a convincing 62–36 victory over the Junction City Lady Dragons on Friday, improving their record to 14–1 on the season. This game report is brought to you by The game began as a competitive back-and-forth contest in the first quarter,…