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.…
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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…
Historic Drought, Elevated Fire Danger Prompt Widespread Burn Bans Across South Arkansas
WARREN, Ark. — South Arkansas is currently facing a dangerous combination of historic drought conditions and heightened wildfire risk, leading to widespread burn bans across the region, including in Bradley County. The latest wildfire danger map shows much of the state in high to extreme fire risk, with Bradley County and nearly every surrounding county…
Drought conditions worsen with no rain in near-term forecast
This Afternoon Sunny, with a high near 84. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight Clear, with a low around 60. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 5 mph. Thursday Sunny, with a high near 85. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Thursday Night Clear, with…
Farmers, consumers may be riding the egg price waves in the coming months
By Mary Hightower University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Egg prices are heading upward from their February dip, but consumers should get used to a price rollercoaster, said Jada Thompson, poultry agricultural economist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. In February, prices declined to their lowest levels since 2023. “Since then, they’re back up, likely due to Easter demand,” Thompson said on…
Lost Keys in Warren; $200 Reward Offered for Return
WARREN, Ark. (3-25-26) — A local resident is seeking the public’s help in locating a lost set of keys that went missing recently in Warren. According to the report, the keys include multiple items on several rings, including an electronic key, a Warren Library card, and a black capsule of pepper spray. A $200 reward…
GFL garbage pickup set to begin soon in Warren, bringing changes to collection schedules
WARREN – Warren residents are about a week and a half away from a significant change in their garbage collection service, as the City of Warren prepares to transition to private franchise provider GFL Environmental beginning the week of April 6. Many residents have already received a “Residential Trash Pick-up Service-Day Change” notice from GFL…
Arkansas sees 16-year high in boating fatalities, 5-year high in accidents
LITTLE ROCK — Seventeen people lost their lives while boating in The Natural State last year, the most recorded in a single year since 2009, according to the recently released 2025 Year-End Boating Accident Report compiled by Sgt. Sydney Grant, boating law administrator for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The number of boating accidents…
UAM To Hold Priority Registration Event
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) will hold a priority registration event for summer 2026 and fall 2026 classes on April 13 and April 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Student Success Center. This event is for new first-time freshman students and new transfer students who plan to attend UAM’s…
Rotary Club Hears Program from BCMC Home Health’s Deena Cornish
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, March 24 for its second meeting of the month inside the Fellowship Hall at First Methodist Church. The club heard from Deena Cornish, manager of the Bradley County Medical Center Home Health Department. Cornish explained what home health is, the services they perform, and talked about their service…
Warren High School Junior Enlists in Arkansas Army National Guard
WARREN — A Warren High School student has taken the next step toward both military service and higher education after enlisting in the Arkansas Army National Guard. Nicholas Dickens, a junior at Warren High School, officially enlisted as a 92G, a food service specialist, according to information shared in a social media announcement. Through his…
Deer camps hunt down hunger in The Natural State
HOT SPRINGS — Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry President Ronnie Ritter and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Deer Management Assistance Program Coordinator Jeremy Brown updated commissioners at the AGFC’s March committee meeting on the success of a new partnership with deer camps to balance deer herds and fight food insecurity in the state. Many older…
Re-New-ing Edinburg discusses community events, upcoming projects at March meeting
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. (3-23-26) — Members of Re-New-ing Edinburg met March 17 at the New Edinburg Community Center to review recent events, discuss ongoing projects, and plan for several upcoming community activities. President Trenna Kemp called the meeting to order. Minutes from the February meeting were approved following a motion by Melody Spears and a…
Greenwood inducted into UAM Agriculture Hall of Fame
McGEHEE Ark. (3-23-26) — Joe Don Greenwood of Hermitage has been named a 2026 inductee into the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Agriculture Hall of Fame, according to a recent announcement from the UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources. Greenwood was recognized during the 5th Annual UAM Ag Alumni Banquet, held March…
Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County Announces Indefinite Pool Closure
WARREN, Ark. — The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County announces the indefinite closure of its pool facility following the results of an annual inspection conducted by the Arkansas Department of Health. The inspection report identified three major repair requirements necessary to meet health and safety standards: resurface pool with new plaster,…
Six Charged in Connection with Death at Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center
WARREN, Ark. — Six individuals have been formally charged following the 2025 death of a resident at the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center in Warren, according to court records filed in Bradley County. The charges stem from the death of 21-year-old Zachary Moore, who died on September 7, 2025, while in the care of the…
SEACBEC hosts annual Technical College Fair for area students
WARREN, Ark. — Students from across the region had the opportunity to explore future career and education pathways during the Southeast Arkansas Community-Based Education Center’s (SEACBEC) Annual Technical College Fair. According to a post from SEACBEC, the event welcomed students in grades 10–12, giving them access to information on programs, scholarships, and future opportunities offered…
Commission receives public feedback on proposed changes to Arkansas hunting, angling regulations
Article courtesy of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission HOT SPRINGS — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission heard the results of an extensive public comment survey concerning recently circulated regulations change proposals during its meeting held March 18-19. During Wednesday’s committee meetings, AGFC Social Science Lead Jessica Feltz gave a report on the public…
Town of Banks to Host Community Easter Egg Hunt April 4
BANKS — The Town of Banks, in partnership with Banks Missionary Baptist Church and the Prime Time Riders, will host a community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Banks City Park. The event is scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will feature a variety of family-friendly activities. Organizers have planned…
Warren track teams post strong finish at Sheridan meet, Hunt and Fellows earn wins
SHERIDAN, Ark. – Warren High School’s track and field teams turned in a strong overall performance Thursday at the Charles Tadlock Memorial Yellowjacket Relays, finishing with 90 team points and a fifth-place showing against a competitive field at Sheridan High School. This game report is brought to you by Lady Jacks deliver multiple event wins…