The Rotary Club of Warren held its first meeting of 2026 on Tuesday, Jan. 13 inside the Fellowship Hall at First Methodist Church. The club heard from Junior Rotarians Jennifer Carpenter and Sydney Clark from Warren High School to begin things. Rotarian Carla Wardlaw then introduced her program of Warren High School Girls Basketball Coach…
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Community Grieves After Fatal House Fire in Banks
BANKS, Ark. — A late-night house fire in Banks claimed the lives of a pregnant mother and her one-year-old child Wednesday evening, with the unborn child also lost in the incident, according to a fire report from the Banks Volunteer Fire Department and information provided to Saline River News. Firefighters were dispatched at approximately 8:53…
Danny Ray Howard, 1958-2026
Danny Ray Howard age 67 of Rison, AR died Monday January 12th, 2026 at the Greenhouse Cottages in Rison, AR. He was born June 5th, 1958 in Warren, AR a son of the late Hughie Kimbrell and Shirley Ezell Howard. Danny Ray was employed with Smart Chevrolet for 25 years and a member of Center…
Hayley Mckinley named to Missouri State University’s fall 2025 dean’s list
SPRINGFIELD, MO (01/13/2026)– Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the fall semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Hayley Mckinley from Hermitage (71647) made the list.…
Dry Conditions Persist as Wildfire Danger Remains Elevated Across South Arkansas
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WARREN, Ark. – Dry weather conditions continue to grip much of Arkansas, keeping wildfire danger elevated across the state and prompting burn bans in several counties, according to the National Weather Service Little Rock and the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division. For residents in Bradley County, wildfire danger is currently classified as moderate, consistent…
Warren City Council holds January meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council met in regular session Monday at the Warren Municipal Building, with Mayor Gregg Reep presiding. This article is brought to you by: Council members present included Chanel Hooper, Dorothy C. Henderson, Latanza Atkins, Emily Moseley and Joel Tolefree. Memory Burks-Frazer was unable to attend due to illness. Minutes…
Kenneth Rochell Celebrates Retirement After 46 Years at PotlatchDeltic
WARREN, Ark. — A retirement celebration was recently held at PotlatchDeltic honoring Warren local Kenneth Rochell, marking the end of a remarkable 46-year career with the company. Rochell’s long tenure at PotlatchDeltic was recognized during the gathering, which brought together family, friends, and former coworkers to celebrate his decades of service. Several photos from the…
Warren High School musicians earn ASBOA Region 3 honors
WARREN, Ark. — Four Warren High School band students earned placements in the Arkansas School Band and Orchestra Association (ASBOA) Region 3 Concert Honor Bands following auditions held Friday in Sheridan. Javier Garcia, Jaretsy Torres, Natalie Gregorio and Mayren Herrera each secured spots in their respective ensembles after competing against students from across the region.…
Warren Branch Library recognizes memorial donation honoring Linda Kercheval
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Branch Library recently recognized a memorial donation made in honor of the late Linda Kercheval, expressing appreciation to Bradley Block Builders for their generosity and continued support of the library. The memorial gift was presented to the library in loving memory of Kercheval. A photo shared by the Warren Branch…
Mae Allen Wagnon March, 1947-2026
Mae Allen Wagnon March of Warren, AR went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2026. Born in England, AR, April 20, 1947 to James D. Allen and Arleetha Evans Allen. Mae was a loving mother, grandmother, and wife. She was a retired nurse and a member of Emmaus Baptist Church of New Edinburg, AR. She was…
Alvin Leon Crawford, 1943-2026
Alvin Leon Crawford, 82, of Warren, passed away, December 25, 2025. Born June 10, 1943, to the late Kelley Sr. and Alice Crawford. Alvin’s friendly nature and loving spirit will live on through his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kelley Sr. & Alice Crawford; brothers, Kelley Crawford Jr., Willie Crawford; sisters,…
Stacy Lawrence Newton, 1966-2026
Stacy Lawrence Newton, 59, of Warren, formerly of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away December 27, 2025. Born January 18, 1966, to Armanda Newton. As a young boy he spent his summers in the country farming with his grandpa, picking watermelons and hanging with his favorite, and only grandmother, Leatrice Newton. Stacy rededicated his life to…
More Arkansas businesses eligible for government contracts in 2026 thanks to APEX Accelerator
LITTLE ROCK — After a successful 2025 program year helping more than 500 businesses navigate government contracting, Arkansas APEX Accelerator program director Melanie Berman said the organization “looks forward to building momentum in 2026.” The Arkansas APEX Accelerator is part of the Cooperative Extension Service, the outreach arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.…
Apply for your 2025-26 deer season Triple Trophy Award
LITTLE ROCK — With only late archery season available to wrap up the 2025-26 deer season, most hunters have put away their hunting gear or switched to waterfowl and small game pursuits. Before your thoughts stray from the deer woods, be sure to fill out your Triple Trophy Award application if you managed to fill…
Lady Jacks improve to 17-2 with decisive win over Bauxite
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks continued their outstanding season Friday night, delivering a convincing 66-45 victory over the Bauxite Lady Miners at Lumberjack Arena on January 9, 2026. This game report is brought to you by From the opening tip, Warren played with pace and confidence, steadily building separation through disciplined offense and…
Lumberjacks show grit and growth in hard-fought loss to Bauxite
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks put together one of their most competitive performances of the season Friday night, battling the Bauxite Miners down to the final minutes before falling 49-42 at Lumberjack Arena in Warren on Friday, January 9, 2026. This game report is brought to you by Despite the setback, Warren’s effort, intensity,…
Ned A. Clark, 1943-2026
Ned A. Clark, 82, of Banks, passed away January 1, 2026. Born June 1, 1943, to the late Doris and Reber Clark. Ned confessed his life to Christ at an early age and joined the First Baptist Banks Church. He was a graduate of Hermitage High School in Hermitage, AR. Ned worked for General Dynamics…
Jury sentences man to 15 years for sexual assaultconviction
MONTICELLO, Ark. – On January 6 th , 2026, A Drew County jury found Monticello resident, Derrick Jackson, guilty of Sexual Assault in the Second Degree. In 2025, the Arkansas State Police Crimes Against Children Hotline received a report that led to an investigation by the Arkansas State Police and the Monticello Police Department, with…
Roberson commits to Arkansas
WARREN, Ark. — Warren Lumberjack alum Terence Roberson officially committed to the University of Arkansas on Friday morning, capping a fast-moving recruiting process after recently entering the NCAA transfer portal. Roberson, a 6-foot-6, 310-pound redshirt freshman offensive lineman, spent the past two seasons at Ouachita Baptist University, where his play quickly drew national attention. After…
Hermitage High EAST seeks donations for “Prom With Purpose Closet”
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Hermitage High EAST is accepting donations of new or gently used formal wear as part of its “Prom With Purpose Closet,” an initiative aimed at ensuring every student has access to appropriate attire for prom and other special events. The school is currently collecting formal dresses, suits, and accessories. All donated items…
Banks Announces Winner of Christmas Coloring Contest
BANKS, Ark. — The Town of Banks has announced the winner of its Christmas Coloring Contest, recognizing the artwork of Geneva Stoughton, age 12. Town officials shared the announcement on social media Tuesday afternoon, thanking all who participated and voted in the contest. Geneva’s winning entry featured a brightly colored Nativity scene with animals gathered…