MONTICELLO, Ark. — Amanda Smith, assistant professor of nursing at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), has been named dean of the UAM School of Nursing, effective December 16, 2025. She has been serving as the dean in an interim capacity since May 2025. A part-time faculty member at UAM since 2022, Smith has…
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Warren’s Antonio Jordan Locks In Return to Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Former Warren Lumberjack standout Antonio Jordan has confirmed he will be back in Fayetteville next season, announcing this week that he plans to return to the Arkansas Razorbacks for the 2026 campaign. Jordan, a true freshman wide receiver who joined Arkansas out of Warren High School, shared the news in an Instagram…
Plates piled high with goodies was a common for Christmas in Warren
By Maylon T. Rice – Special to the Saline River Chronicle It’s sad, today but almost a lost art. Homemade Christmas goodies – candy, fudge, cookies, and savory snacks being on display in offices, stores, work areas, and all were made by a legion of great cooks, bakers. These tasty holiday treats were given as…
Nearly One in Three Arkansans Report Symptoms of Depression
The findings from the University of Arkansas’ new Arkansas Health Survey are significantly higher than previous statewide estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – In Arkansas, nearly one in three people, or 30.8%, suffer from clinically significant depressive symptoms, according to results from the new Arkansas Health Survey. That rate of…
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Proposes Rule Changes Related to Feral Hog Control
LITTLE ROCK, AR – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is proposing changes to two regulatory rules, including amendments to the Arkansas Rules on Pesticide Use that would establish a new classification of pesticide commonly used as feral hog bait. The Arkansas State Plant Board approved the draft rule changes during its meeting on December 8.…
Bradley County marks 185 years since its establishment
Dec. 18, 2025, marks the 185th anniversary of Bradley County’s establishment, a moment that came when Arkansas was still a young state and south Arkansas remained largely frontier, shaped as much by policy and promise as by wilderness. When Bradley County was created on Dec. 18, 1840, the land was dense with pine and hardwood…
UAM Receives $100,000 Grant To Advance Vertical Farming Research
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has received a $100,000 grant from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission’s Division of Science and Technology for a project on potato and rice cultivation in vertical farms, titled “Optimizing Potato and Rice Cultivation in Vertical Farms Using 180 Pipe Technology.” The grant will support applied…
UAM To Hold Orientation for Spring 2026 Classes
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) will hold orientation for the spring 2026 semester on Monday, January 5. Prospective students are encouraged to attend and register for classes during the event. Spring 2026 semester classes will begin on Wednesday, January 7. Orientation is open to students who have already been admitted…
Hermitage Football Players Earn Postseason Honors for 2025 Season
HERMITAGE, Ark. Hermitage High School football players were recognized this week for their accomplishments during the 2025 season, with multiple Hermits earning all-conference honors and Carson Curtis receiving all-state recognition. According to an announcement from Hermitage High School Athletics, 10 Hermitage players were named to the All-Conference team for their performance during the season. Those…
Kristen Harvey Named December BCMC Employee of the Month
Bradley County Medical Center has named Kristen Harvey, APRN, as the December Employee of the Month. Harvey is a family practice provider at the BCMC Rural Health Clinic, located at 304 E. Central Street across the street just south of the hospital. Harvey’s nomination said: “I would like to nominate Kristen Harvey for Employee of…
Santa’s Shack and Candyland Return to New Edinburg Community Center Dec. 19–20
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. — Families are invited to celebrate the Christmas season with a festive visit to Santa’s Shack at the New Edinburg Community Center on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 19 and 20. The event will be held both evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Santa will have an early Christmas gift for all children…
Lady Jacks survive overtime test, improve to 10-1 with gritty win over McGehee
WARREN, Ark. — Dec. 16, 2025 — The Warren Lady Jacks have shown all season they can win in different ways. On Thursday night, they added another entry to that list. This game report is brought to you by Behind composure at the free-throw line and a balanced scoring effort, Warren outlasted McGehee 45-41 in…
Lumberjacks Struggle at Home in 56-31 Loss to McGehee
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks turned in a difficult performance Tuesday night at home, falling 56-31 to a McGehee team that controlled the game from start to finish. Warren struggled to find consistent offense and was unable to slow McGehee’s extended scoring runs, dropping the Lumberjacks to 0-3 on the season. This game report…
Damian Vironche Wins Warren High School Student Chef Showdown
WARREN, Ark. – Damian Vironche was named the winner of Warren High School’s Annual Student Chef Showdown, according to an announcement from the school on Friday. Vironche took top honors in the competition, with Ka’Mari Davis finishing as a close second. The event highlighted student skills developed through the school’s culinary program. Warren High School…
Warren teams set for Ricebirds Classic as game times are announced
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STUTTGART, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks and Lumberjacks will be part of a busy two-day slate this week after official game times were announced for the Ricebirds Classic, set for Wednesday and Thursday, December 18–19. Warren will open tournament play on Wednesday with both teams in action against DeWitt. The Lady Jacks are scheduled…
Union Pacific representative speaks to SEACBEC students about safety, careers
WARREN, Ark. – Recently, students at the Southeast Arkansas Community-Based Education Center (SEACBEC) heard firsthand about safety expectations and career opportunities within the railroad industry during a visit from Union Pacific. John Varnell with Union Pacific met with 10th–12th grade career and technical education students to discuss workplace safety, job readiness, and potential career paths…
Peak of waterfowl migration poses risks to poultry, Arkansans urged to report sick, dying birds
By Tracy CourageU of A System Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — The fall migration of waterfowl is at its peak, and with it comes both a greater risk of spreading the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or bird flu, as well as sick and dying birds. In the past month, 108 premises — 44 commercial…
Warren ABC Preschool Makes Santa’s Nice List with Festive Holiday Effort
WARREN, Ark. – As the Christmas season approaches, the staff at Warren ABC Preschool is being recognized for going above and beyond to bring holiday joy to their students. Saline River News would like to recognize the entire Warren ABC Preschool staff for their efforts this Christmas season. In recent weeks, staff members have transformed…
Warren, Hermitage, Woodlawn, Rison, Monticello athletes earn All-State honors as AAA releases 2025 football rosters
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LITTLE ROCK – Athletes from Warren, Hermitage, Woodlawn, Rison and Monticello were among those recognized Monday as the Arkansas Activities Association released its 2025 All-State Football rosters, honoring the top performers from across the state following the high school football season. Warren High School placed three players on the Class 4A-8 All-State team, continuing a…
Treehouse Warren to host free Christmas skating party in Monticello
WARREN, Ark. — Treehouse Warren will host a free Christmas skating party for local youth on Tuesday, Dec. 16, offering an evening of skating, food and holiday activities in Monticello. The event, titled “Christmas Is Rolling,” will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Goat Roller Rink, located at 1000 Hwy. 425 South…
BCMC Rural Health Clinic to Host Christmas Open House Friday, Dec. 19
WARREN, Ark. (12/12/25) – The BCMC Rural Health Clinic will host a Christmas Open House on Friday, Dec. 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The BCMC Rural Health Clinic is located at 304 E. Central Street across the street from the hospital. The Christmas Open House will feature hot chocolate, cookies, pictures with Santa…