WARREN, Ark. — A Martin Luther King Jr. Banquet honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 4 p.m. at St. James AME Church in Warren. The event’s theme is “Remembering His Words,” drawn from Amos 5:24: “But let justice roll down like waters,…
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Virginia (Gingy) Dew Cuthbertson, 1948-2026
Virginia (Gingy) Dew Cuthbertson, age 77, died January 17, 2026, at home in Warren, Arkansas. She was the daughter of the late H.A. (Jack) Dew, M.D. and Freddie Free Dew, both of Warren. Gingy was a graduate of Warren High School and the University of Arkansas. She married John Cuthbertson in May of 1970. The…
Mary Kathryn (Kay) Carter Scroggins, 1937-2026
Mary Kathryn (Kay) Carter Scroggins of El Dorado, formerly of Warren, passed into glory to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ face to face on January 16, 2026, at Timberlane Health and Rehabilitation. She was born February 21, 1937, in Warren to the late Orlan P. Carter, Sr. and Edna Novella Wells Carter. Kay…
5th Annual Sam Clanton Memorial Hog Hunt set for Feb. 6–8
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Sam Clanton Memorial Foundation will host the 5th Annual Sam Clanton Memorial Hog Hunt on February 6–8, 2026, bringing teams from across the region together for a competitive weekend that supports scholarships and charitable assistance. The event will begin at 1:00 a.m. on Friday, February 6, and conclude with weigh-in at…
City of Warren issues burn ban due to dry conditions
WARREN, Ark. – A burn ban is currently in effect within the city limits of Warren only due to dry conditions that have increased the risk of fires. City officials emphasized that this is not a countywide burn ban, but applies specifically to the City of Warren. All outdoor burning inside the city limits is…
City of Warren schedule for MLK Day
The Warren Municipal Building will be closed Monday, January 19, 2026 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. There will be no garbage collection by the City that day. All City Emergency Services will be staffed and working. The ESC will be open.
Warren Country Club to host Shamrock Shootout March 21–22
WARREN, Ark. – Golfers will have a chance to tee it up locally just ahead of spring break when the Warren Country Club hosts its annual Shamrock Shootout on Friday and Saturday, March 21–22. The two-day event will be played as a 2-person shamble. In the shamble format, both players tee off on each hole,…
SouthArk Awarded Federal Grant to Expand Nursing Education Pathways
EL DORADO, Ark. — South Arkansas College has been awarded a federal grant of more than $1.5 million to expand nursing education opportunities and increase the nursing workforce in rural and underserved areas. According to the college, the four-year grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through the Health Resources…
Lady Jacks secure statement win over Watson Chapel in Conference opener
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks turned back a strong challenge from Watson Chapel on Friday night, rallying for a 67-59 victory at Lumberjack Arena to improve to 18-2 overall and earn their first win in Conference 8-4A play. This game report is brought to you by Facing what is expected to be one…
Lumberjacks show resilience in home loss to Watson Chapel
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks continued to show steady progress Friday night at Lumberjack Arena, battling back after an early deficit before falling 58-47 to Watson Chapel in their Conference 8-4A opener. This game report is brought to you by The game began in difficult fashion for Warren, as Watson Chapel raced out to…
Warren, Hermitage schools closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
WARREN, Ark. — Parents and students in Bradley County are reminded that the Warren School District and the Hermitage School District will be out of school on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The closure also includes ABC Preschool in Warren. All classes and normal school operations across the…
Arkansas educators invited to apply for grants
LITTLE ROCK, AR – Arkansas public-school personnel are encouraged to apply now to the 2026 ARTA Grants Program. The program funds grants in two categories. The Parsons-Burnett Grant is awarded to certified personnel for the purpose of furthering their own education. Awards are intended for courses of study leading to an advanced degree, certification or…
Northwestern Oklahoma State Men’s Basketball Practices at Warren YMCA Ahead of UAM Game
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County hosted the Northwestern Oklahoma State University men’s basketball team on Wednesday, Jan. 14, as the Rangers used the facility for a practice session ahead of their scheduled game against the University of Arkansas at Monticello. The visiting team practiced at the Warren…
UAHT and UAM Announce Bachelor’s Degrees in Business and Education
HOPE, Ark. — On Thursday, the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana (UAHT) and the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) announced a new partnership to enhance access to affordable higher education in Arkansas. The collaboration enables UAHT students to pursue bachelor’s degrees from UAM at some of the most affordable tuition rates in the state. Through…
January Duck Numbers Likely Low
Midwinter Survey Coming; Anecdotal Reports Not Promising Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologists were able to survey the waterfowl landscape last week with no significant delays (unlike December’s aerial survey attempts), and the results from those flights and counts for the annual midwinter survey will be out in the coming days. But from anecdotal reports…
Hasley named as a fall 2025 Presidential Scholar at the University of Central Arkansas
CONWAY, ARKANSAS (01/14/2026)– Taylor Hasley of Hermitage was named a Presidential Scholar at the University of Central Arkansas for fall 2025. More than 1,200 students were named as Presidential Scholars. Students must achieve a 4.0 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours to qualify as a Presidential Scholar.
Charles Andrus, 1941-2026
Charles Andrus age 84, of Warren, AR died Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 at his home. He was born August 30, 1941 in Ashland, Kansas a son of the late Charles Andrus and Bernice Lindsay Andrus. He was a career lumber salesman, working for Potlatch Lumber Company for 28 years and Ray White Lumber Company for…
UCA announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List honorees from Warren, Hermitage
CONWAY, Ark. (01-14-26) — The University of Central Arkansas has announced its Fall 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing more than 1,600 students for outstanding academic achievement. Among those honored were Easton Parker of Hermitage and Ivan Pahuamba of Warren. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least…
Warren Fire Department Fireman’s Ball Set for Jan. 31
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Fire Department will host its annual Fireman’s Ball on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at the Warren Country Club, beginning at 7 p.m. Warren firefighter Josh Belvedresi announced this week that the deadline to purchase tickets is approaching, with less than two weeks remaining for those wishing to attend. Tickets are…
Phase 2 of Lakewoods Trails project officially underway in Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Construction is officially underway on Phase 2 of the Lakewoods Trails project in Monticello, continuing the expansion of the city’s developing cycling and outdoor recreation system. Organizers with Lakewoods Trails – Monticello announced the start of the new phase, noting that additional trail segments and improvements are now in progress. During construction,…
Commercial Bank Announces Promotion of Nick Temple
Article submitted MONTICELLO, Ark. – Commercial Bank & Trust is proud to announce the promotion of Nick Temple to Senior Vice President of IT Operations & Security. Since joining the bank in September 2013, Nick has held various leadership responsibilities and mentored the development of his colleagues while gaining experience across all bank operations. Todd…