Warren students attend Be Pro Be Proud Career Expo in Pine Bluff

WARREN, Ark. — Students from Warren High School recently participated in the annual Be Pro Be Proud Career Expo held at the Pine Bluff Convention Center, where they explored a wide range of career opportunities available across Arkansas. According to information shared by the Warren School District, juniors and seniors attended the event, which is…

Kingsland Mayor-Elect Samantha Johnson Announces Revival of Kickstart Kingsland Initiative

KINGSLAND — Kingsland Mayor-Elect Samantha Johnson has announced plans to revive “Kickstart Kingsland,” a community-focused initiative aimed at bringing residents together through events, beautification efforts, and local engagement. In a public Facebook post shared April 8, Johnson said the program has existed for roughly a decade as part of Kickstart Cleveland County but has seen…

O’Neal’s Arm, Barnes’s Pinch Hit Carry Warren to 2-1 Win Over Hamburg

HAMBURG, Ark. (4/10/26) – Junior pitcher Parker O’Neal tossed a complete game and freshman Chris Barnes delivered a pinch-hit, run-scoring single in the top of the seventh inning to lift the Warren High School baseball team to a 2-1 conference win at Hamburg Friday evening. By Dennen Cuthbertson Saline River News Baseball Contributor This game…

Warren Elementary students visit Little Rock Central High School historic site

WARREN — Second-grade students from Warren Elementary School recently traveled to Little Rock to visit the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site as part of their study of the Civil Rights Movement. The field trip provided students with an opportunity to experience firsthand one of the most significant locations in American civil rights…

Reminder: UAM Pre-Vet Club to Host Petting Zoo Fundraiser April 11 in Monticello

MONTICELLO – The University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Pre-Veterinary Club will host a family-friendly petting zoo fundraiser on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the UAM campus behind the Agriculture Building. The event, organized by the UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources, is open to all ages and will…

Warren High School Band Students Earn Superior Ratings at Region Solo & Ensemble

WARREN — Eight students from Warren High School’s band program recently participated in Region Solo & Ensemble, earning top marks for their performances. According to a social media post from Warren High School, each student selected and prepared a piece of music independently, working with minimal assistance from a director. Their efforts resulted in all…

Community Cleanup Effort Continues in New Edinburg, Volunteers Encouraged to Participate

NEW EDINBURG — 4-10-26 — A community-driven cleanup effort is continuing in New Edinburg, with organizers calling on residents to take an active role in improving their surroundings. According to a post from the Facebook page Re-New-ing Edinburg, volunteers are being asked to clean up a half-mile stretch in front of their own property as…

Anonymous Threat Prompts Safety Measures at Warren High School

WARREN, Ark. (4-10-26) — The Warren School District reported around 11:30 a.m. Friday that it had received an anonymous call from an unknown individual claiming that a weapon was located in a bathroom at Warren High School. According to the district, officials immediately contacted law enforcement and activated established safety and security protocols in response…

Arkansas Law Enforcement Reminds Drivers to Drive Phone-free

LITTLE ROCK – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Put the Phone Away or Pay campaign is reminding drivers of the deadly dangers and legal consequences – including fines – of texting and other forms of messaging behind the wheel. From April 6-13, 2026, Arkansas law enforcement statewide will work together to enforce…

Hermitage students attend Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day, earn interview opportunities

HERMITAGE — Hermitage High School juniors and seniors recently participated in the Be Pro Be Proud Draft Day held in El Dorado on March 31, gaining hands-on exposure to career opportunities in skilled trades. According to a post from Hermitage School District, ten seniors took part in on-site interviews with area industries during the event.…

GFL Environmental Nears Completion of First Week of Garbage Pickup in Warren

WARREN, Ark. — The inaugural week of GFL Environmental providing residential garbage pickup for the City of Warren is nearing completion, marking a significant transition from city-operated sanitation services to a private provider. Residents across Warren have likely noticed the company’s large lime green trucks making their way through neighborhoods. On Thursday, a truck was…