James W. Pennington of New Edinburg, AR passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, at home. He was born on February 3, 1927, in Buhl, Tuscaloosa County, AL 10 minutes after his twin sister Jane was born. James is preceded in death by his parents, Henry E. Pennington and Margaret Foyles Pennington; 5 siblings, Ruth…
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Rotary Club Hears About Upcoming Tomato Festival and Golf Tournament
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, May 27 for its second meeting of the month of May inside First Methodist Church’s Fellowship Hall. The club heard from the Chairman of the Pink Tomato Festival Nora Pacheco and Rotarian Bob Milton with Dr. Bob Smalling presenting both of them as his program. Pacheco informed the…
Baby Changing Station and Kids Activities Planned for Pink Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. — Families with young children attending this year’s Pink Tomato Festival are in for a helpful and fun surprise. Thanks to a partnership between Romona Wallace of the Early Care & Education Projects and the Bradley County Parent Voice team, a dedicated Baby Changing Station and Kids Activities area will be available on…
BCMC Auxiliary Installs Officers
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary recently installed its new officers. Liz McKinstry installed Susie Clement as Treasurer, Patsy Thornton as Secretary, Shirley Stover as Vice President, and Mark Deal as President. The BCMC Auxiliary performs a number of functions around the hospital that can range from staffing waiting rooms, helping patients…
Drier Weather On the Horizon?
Thursday A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming south southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in…
Bradley County 4-H Member Takes Second at District Broiler BBQ
WARREN, Ark. – 5-27-25 – Bradley County 4-H members recently participated in the Ouachita District Broiler BBQ competition, showcasing their grilling talents alongside youth from across the region. The event, designed to test participants’ skills in preparing and grilling chicken to perfection, drew competitors from multiple counties. Bradley County was represented by two 4-H participants…
Robertson of Warren elected to county office at Arkansas Boys State 2025
Article submitted: LITTLE ROCK, AR (05/27/2025)– Kelby Robertson of Warren from Hermitage High School was elected as Justice of the Peace 3 for Carvell County at Arkansas Boys State 2025, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. Robertson was elected by his peers during county elections on Monday, May 26,…
Reward Offered for Information Leading to Arrest of Wilmar Man Wanted in Warren Shooting
Press release from the Warren Police Department: A reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of Paul Edward Miller, Jr. The Warren Police Department has obtained a Warrant for the arrest of Paul Edward Miller, Jr., age 23, whose last known address is in Wilmar, AR. The Warrant was obtained for a…
Teacher Conservation Tours Now Open to Everyone
MONTICELLO, AR – 5-27-25 – The Arkansas Forestry Association Education Foundation has announced that its Summer Teacher Conservation Tour (TCT) Workshop Series is now open to everyone, not just classroom educators. The expanded access provides a unique opportunity for the public to explore Arkansas’s rich natural resources, forest industries, and conservation efforts through three hands-on…
Deadline to Assess Personal Property in Bradley County is May 31
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County residents are reminded that the deadline to assess personal property for the 2025 tax year is fast approaching. According to Arkansas law, all personal property must be assessed between January 1 and May 31 of the assessing year. Failure to assess by the May 31 deadline will result in a…
GatorWise website educates Arkansans on coexisting with alligators
LITTLE ROCK — Living with alligators is a reality most Arkansans in the southern half of the state are aware of, with many people feeling uneasy about the prospect. A new website developed by the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies hopes to alleviate the concerns by offering helpful tips on what makes an…
William Frank ‘Skipper’ Stone, 1961-2025
William Frank “Skipper” Stone, age 63 of Pine Bluff, AR died Sunday, May 25th 2025 at the Baptist Hospital in Little Rock, AR. He was born August 31st, 1961 in Warren, AR a son of the late William Frank Stone Jr, and Glenda Gorman Stone. Skipper was self-employed, a graduate of the Pine Bluff public Schools…
Bradley County Hosts Memorial Day Ceremony
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County citizens gathered Monday morning, May 26, 2025, at First Methodist Church of Warren to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in service to the United States during the annual Memorial Day ceremony. The program opened with a welcome and moment of silence led by Clifford Wayne Clayton, Chairman…
Kirby Gibson Named 2025 Hermitage Teacher of the Year
HERMITAGE, AR (5-25-25) — Kirby Gibson has been named the 2025 Teacher of the Year by the Hermitage School District, a recognition of her outstanding dedication to students and leadership within the school community. Gibson has earned a reputation for going above and beyond in the classroom while also supporting her fellow educators. Her work…
Linda Jean Belin-Hill, 1949-2025
Linda Jean Belin-Hill, born September 16, 1949 in Warren, Arkansas, passed into eternal rest on May 24, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 75. A woman of warmth, wit, and unwavering faith, Linda’s vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. Linda was preceded in death by her beloved parents, James…
Another Chance for Showers Tuesday
Tuesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 9am and 3pm. Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an…
Community Invited to 2nd Annual ‘Polish the Pink’ Cleanup on May 31
WARREN, Ark. – As the 69th Annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival approaches, the Warren community is gearing up to ensure the city shines for its visitors. Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2nd Annual “Polish the Pink” cleanup event on Saturday, May 31, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Warren City Park.…
Bradley County Memorial Day Service Takes Place Today at First Methodist Church
Warren, Ark. — The annual Bradley County Memorial Day Service will take place today, Monday, May 26, at First Methodist Church in Warren, beginning at 11:00 a.m. The program is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. Held each year to honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to…
BCMC Auxiliary Provides Refreshments at Service Awards Ceremony During Hospital Week
The BCMC Auxiliary provided cookies and punch at the hospital’s annual service awards ceremony during National Hospital Week on Thursday, May 15. The service awards ceremony honors BCMC employees and retirees and the hospital auxiliary was thrilled to be a part of honoring these employees.
From Decoration Day to Memorial Day: Tracing the Holiday’s 157-Year Journey of Remembrance
WARREN, Ark.— Before it marked the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day began as a solemn promise written in flowers and silence. In the spring of 1868—just three years after the Civil War’s final shot—Union veterans’ leader Gen. John A. Logan issued General Order No. 11 setting aside May 30 as “Decoration Day,” a time…
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Distributes Over 15,000 Tree Seedlings
LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s fifth annual Free Tree Fridays campaign successfully distributed 15,400 tree seedlings across the state during 35 events held each Friday from March 21 through April 25. A total of 3,620 Arkansans participated in the events, celebrating Arbor Day and the importance of trees in our communities.…