Warren High School announced Wednesday the highest honors to be presented to Warren’s top students in the Class of 2024. The following awards were given for Distinguished Honors: Valedictorians: Salutatorians: Warren graduation is set for May 23 at 7 pm at Lumberjack Arena. The Senior Awards ceremony is scheduled for May 21 at 10 am,…
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1st Annual Hermitage Fire Department Catfish Tournament Fundraiser to draw anglers to Moro Bay State Park
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Anglers are gearing up for the 1st Annual Hermitage Fire Department Catfish Tournament Fundraiser, set to take place at Moro Bay State Park on June 1, 2024. Organized by the Hermitage Fire Department, this event promises an evening of fishing fun while supporting a worthy cause. The tournament welcomes two adults per…
BCMC Auxiliary Hosts Front Porch Party for hospital staff to celebrate National Hospital Week
The BCMC Auxiliary held a Front Porch Party for employees Tuesday, May 14 as a part of National Hospital Week. The Auxiliary members prepared refreshments that included cookies, cupcakes, punch, and more as a thank you to BCMC employees, who could grab some to go, or visit with others either outside or inside the building.…
Still time to reserve a Tomato on the Square
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is scheduled for June 10th through June 15th. Plans for this year’s festival are being finalized and new events are being added for the 68th annual event. The “Tomatoes on the Square” will be…
2024 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey, Tolbert Scholarship recipients have been named
The 2024 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey and Tolbert Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 have been awarded to each of the following high school seniors: Dumas High School Lydia Pointer – will be attending Arkansas State University Three Rivers at Malvern. Jackson Norris – will be attending the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Kaiden Daniels– graduating…
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Tyler Farr to headline Saturday, June 15th’s Pink Tomato Festival entertainment; Ward Davis to open
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival: The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Executive Committee is pleased to announce that on Saturday, June 15th, singer/songwriter Ward Davis will take the stage as opening act for headliner singer/songwriter Tyler Farr. Opener Ward Davis is an American singer/songwriter from Monticello, Arkansas…
Expanded recycling, speed bumps, and equipment donation among items discussed during May Warren City Council Meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened on Monday evening, May 13, 2024, at the Warren Municipal Building to address crucial matters concerning the city’s governance and upcoming events. Chaired by Warren Mayor Gregg Reep, the meeting saw active participation from council members and significant decisions that will impact the city’s future. Five council…
Unveiling of Daisy Bates statue celebrated in US Capitol’s Statutory Hall
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, a significant moment took place in the US Capitol as a statue of civil rights activist Daisy Bates was unveiled in Statutory Hall. Among the distinguished guests present were Representative Jeff Wardlaw, along with his wife Missy Wardlaw, Former Mayor Bryan Martin, and Dr. Sue Martin. Representative Wardlaw played a…
WHS Sports Awards Ceremony slated for May 20th
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School is gearing up for its highly anticipated Sports Awards Ceremony scheduled for May 20, 2024, at 6:00 PM. The event will take place at the prestigious Lumberjack Arena, where exceptional athletes from various sports disciplines will be honored and celebrated for their outstanding achievements throughout the academic year. This…
Harrod and Johnson families named 2024 Bradley County Farm Family of the Year
WARREN, Ark. – Mr. Nathan and Mrs. Jodi Harrod, (along with James and Barbara Johnson), owners and operators of Spring Branch Farms, LLC, were recently honored as the 2024 Bradley County Farm Family of the Year. With an operation that is growing each year, the 40-plus acre business owned by the couple and Nathan’s grandparents…
Jimmy Buster Wiggins, 1937-2024
Jimmy Buster Wiggins, age 87, of Warren, AR passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Baptist Health Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. He was born February 24, 1937 in Bradley County, AR to the late Buster Wiggins and Grace Kight Wiggins. Jimmy was owner and operator of Wiggins Logging since 1959, a member…
Donald W. Reynolds YMCA opens cheerleading registration for 2024 football season
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County has announced the opening of registration for cheerleading for the upcoming 2024 football season. The registration is available for students entering 3rd through 7th grade. Parents of aspiring cheerleaders are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity, as registration will close on…
Byrd Earns first GAC Pitcher of the Week honor
We apologize that we are a bit behind on getting this published to our readers, but former Warren Lumberjack Baseball standout Payton Byrd was named the GAC Pitcher of the Week in late April. The following is a press release from Henderson State: RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – Following a big series win over Ouachita Baptist this…
Prime Time Riders Club to host “The Cook Off” event Saturday
WARREN, Ark. – The Prime Time Riders Club is gearing up for an exciting event that promises fun for the whole family. “The Cook Off” will take place on Saturday, May 18, at Westside Field in Warren, AR, from 11 am to 6 pm. Participants and spectators are encouraged to bring their tents and lawn…
Warren arrest and confinement record for May 8-12, 2024
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty.
Winners announced for Bradley County Creative Art Contest
WARREN, Ark. – The artistic talents of Warren and Hermitage School students shone brightly as they participated in the Bradley County Creative Art Contest, sponsored by the Warren Woman’s Club. The contest, held in April, concluded with a showcase of exceptional artworks at the Warren Branch Library on May 3rd and 4th, 2024. Judged by…
Warren’s 4A State Tournament run ends with 3-0 loss to Lonoke
GRAVETTE, Ark. – The Warren baseball team received a valiant pitching performance from senior Ervin Rivera but could only muster two hits as the Lumberjacks’ 4A State Tournament run ended with a 3-0 loss to Lonoke Friday afternoon in Gravette. Dennen Cuthbertson Saline River Chronicle Sports Contributor This Lumberjack Game Report is brought to you…
Mayor Gregg Reep presents contribution to Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep made a contribution to the upcoming 2024 Pink Tomato Festival. This contribution was presented to Nora Pocheco, representing Warren Bank & Trust Co., in anticipation of the festival’s grand events. The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is set to kick off on…
Bike decorating contest Announced for Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – On Friday, May 10, 2024, Judge Bruce and Lou Anne Anderson announced their sponsorship of a Bike Decorating Contest set to take place during the upcoming Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. The contest is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, with registration starting at 8:30 am and judging commencing at 9 am. The…
BCMC Auxiliary sews items for use at Hospital
The BCMC Auxiliary volunteers are sewing bibs, busy placemats, fidget sleeves, bags for individuals using a walker, crocheted hats, gloves, scarfs for cancer patients, plus dolls that have a washable marker to be placed in ambulances and the Emergency Room. The dolls are so a child can draw on the doll where they are hurting.…