Ira Joe ‘Sunny’ Purifoy, 72, of Warren, passed away, February 22, 2025. Born, February 11, 1953, to Ira and Velma Lee Preston Purifoy. He attended Hermitage High School in Hermitage, AR. He was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Jersey, AR. and a former employee of Potlatch Corp. Sonny was preceded in death…
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James Ernest Bradley, 1934-2025
James Ernest Bradley age 90 of Hot Springs, AR formerly of Warren, AR went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at CHI St Vincent Arkansas Hospice Hot Springs, Ar. He was born Thursday, August 16, 1934 in Bradley County Arkansas to the late Marvin Bradley and Georgia McKinney Bradley. He was…
Elizabeth (Sissy) Outlaw, 1947-2025
Elizabeth (Sissy) Outlaw White 77, of Warren, AR passed away at her home Saturday March 8th 2025. She was born Saturday November 22, 1947 in Warren, AR, a daughter of the late Henry Elmon Outlaw and Lena Estelle Outlaw. Sissy was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Gordon White, Jr. whom she married August 5th, 1984, a brother Morgan Outlaw,…
Ryan Spears’ Gem Lifts Warren to 8-1 Win Over Horatio
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. (3/7/25) – Ryan Spears tossed six innings of one-run ball as the Warren High School baseball team earned an 8-1 victory versus Horatio Friday night in the Southwest Sporting Goods Classic being played at Majestic Park in Hot Springs. By Dennen Cuthbertson, SRN Baseball Contributor This sports report is brought to you…
Warren Lumberjack Sports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2025
The Warren Lumberjack Sports Hall of Fame Committee has announced its Class of 2025 inductees. This year’s honorees include: The inductees will be officially honored and presented with plaques during the Lumberjack All-Sports Awards Program, typically held in May. Additional details will be announced at a later date. Congratulations to these outstanding Lumberjacks and their…
Warren’s Junior High Memories Overflow as Readers Share Their Stories
Walking into that old junior high building was like stepping into a living scrapbook of South Arkansas’s youth–hallways echoing with laughter, basketballs pounding the gym floor, and the distant hiss of a soda machine that kept generations refreshed and, perhaps, just a little bit rebellious. A few days back, I penned a piece on those…
Warren High School Announces Delegates for 2025 Arkansas Boys and Girls State
Warren High School has selected six students to represent the school at the 2025 Arkansas Boys and Girls State programs. Colton Steen, Jude Cathey, and Bleyze Fellows will participate in Arkansas Boys State, while Chloe Sanders, Kalees Lewis, and Azul Garcia have been selected for Arkansas Girls State. These programs, sponsored by the American Legion,…
Milton Throws One-Hit Shutout as Lady Jacks Roll Past Camden Fairview, 14-0
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jack softball team opened their season in dominant fashion with a commanding 14-0 victory over the Camden Fairview Lady Cardinals on Thursday evening, March 6. By David King, SRN Softball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: Camden Fairview started the game with a leadoff walk, but…
Cathey, Reep Power Warren to Victory Over DeWitt in Home Opener
WARREN, Ark. (3/6/25) – Hayden Cathey drove in five runs, including a grand slam, and recorded the final out of the ballgame on the mound while Ren Reep drove in three and threw the first three innings to lead Warren to an 8-2 victory over DeWitt Thursday evening at the Warren Sports Complex. By Dennen…
Lumberjack Soccer Improves to 2-0 with Road Win Over Magnolia
MAGNOLIA, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack men’s soccer team remained unbeaten on the season, securing a 3-2 road victory over Magnolia on Thursday night. The win marked Warren’s first away game of the 2025 season, bringing their record to 2-0. The Lumberjacks will return home for their next matchup against Nashville on Monday, March 10.…
Lady Jacks Secure 2-0 Road Victory Over Magnolia
MAGNOLIA, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jack soccer team continued their strong start to the season with a 2-0 road win over Magnolia on Thursday night. This sports report is brought to you by: The victory moves the Lady Jacks to 2-0 on the season as they prepare for their home opener against Nashville on…
BCMC Hosts Local Homeschool Students for Healthcare Tour and Stroke Awareness Education
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) recently welcomed a group of local 10th-grade homeschool students for an informative tour and introduction to healthcare. Led by Clinical Nurse Educator Krissy Morrison, the students learned about the various services BCMC offers as a rural hospital. During their visit, students engaged with professionals from multiple hospital…
Arkansas deer harvest increases, just short of 200,000
LITTLE ROCK – The last arrow has been launched for the 2024-25 Arkansas deer hunting season, and the tally of checked deer stands at 199,863. Although the raw data still needs to be analyzed, the preliminary results indicate an increase of nearly 4 percent over last year’s final harvest of 192,392. Although 200,000 is a…
New Edinburg Community Center to Host Annual Spring BBQ Fundraiser on March 8
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – The New Edinburg Community Center will hold its annual Spring BBQ Fundraiser on Saturday, March 8, at 5 p.m. The event will feature a meal consisting of a BBQ pork sandwich, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert, and a drink for $15 per plate. Both dine-in and carry-out options will be available. The…
Warren Elementary Announces Kindergarten Registration Dates for 2025-2026 School Year
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Elementary School is set to host Kindergarten Registration events on March 13 and April 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the school. Parents and guardians of incoming kindergarten students are encouraged to attend these events to complete the necessary enrollment process. Additional registration opportunities will be available at various…
A Soda and a Memory: Reliving Jr. High Days in Warren
I caught this post on Facebook the other day–someone had snapped a photo of a clunky old soda vending machine from the late ’90s or early 2000s. The caption read, “U just had to be there.” And suddenly, I was back in the hallway of Warren Jr. High on Pine Street. By Rob Reep, Saline…
Greg “Big Papa” Binns Brings Blues and History to Warren Library
Music lovers and history enthusiasts gathered at the Bradley County Library on Friday night to experience a captivating performance by Warren native Greg “Big Papa” Binns. The event, a Cross Pollination Blues program, blended storytelling with live music to celebrate the legacy of blues singer CeDell Davis and the rich musical history of Warren. Accompanying…
Market on Main Promises a Festive March 15th in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – Local entrepreneurs, artisans, and food vendors are gearing up for the Market on Main, scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025. Hosted right in the heart of Warren, this family-friendly outdoor event invites residents and visitors alike to explore a variety of locally made goods, enjoy tasty treats, and celebrate community spirit. A…
Arkansas MasterSingers Concert of Worship Set for March 13
WARREN, Ark. – A special Concert of Worship featuring the Arkansas MasterSingers will take place on March 13 at 7:00 p.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church, located at 701 W Pine Street in Warren. The event is designed to bring the community together through music and fellowship. The Arkansas MasterSingers is a well-known choir within the…
Lumberjacks Throw Combined No-hitter in Season-opening Win at Lonoke
LONOKE, Ark. (3/3/25) – The Warren High School baseball team opened the 2025 campaign in historic fashion as Kolby Pope and Parker O’Neal combined to throw a no-hitter in a 4-0 triumph at Lonoke Monday evening. By Dennen Cuthbertson, Baseball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: It’s not too late to sponsor…
Warren’s Offense Fires on All Cylinders in 7-2 Season Opening Win Over Crossett
On a brisk evening at Jim Hurley Jr. Stadium, the Warren Lumberjacks opened their season with a resounding 7–2 victory over Crossett in what was officially billed as a non-conference match–despite the two teams usually meeting in league play. This triumph also marked the first game in charge for Warren’s new head coach, Jacob Hernandez,…