Michael Wayne Wyman, age 55, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, at his home near Banks, Arkansas. Michael was born October 28, 1969, in Camden, Arkansas. He was predeceased by his parents, Archie Conway Wyman and Elizabeth Diane Fowler, and his grandparents, Joe L. and Clara Doggett Fowler and Archie and Ruth Wyman. He is…
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UAM Esports Claims Historic First Championship Title
MONTICELLO, Ark. — In 2023, during their inaugural season, the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Esports team ended the year one match short of the Rocket League video game’s championship match, finishing runner-up in the semifinals in their division of the national collegiate competition. This year? Redemption. On November 18, the UAM Esports Rocket…
Lady Jacks Show Resilience Despite Tough Weekend Matchups
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks faced a challenging stretch of basketball over the weekend and Monday night, leaving it all on the court in two hard-fought games. On Saturday, November 23, the Lady Jacks battled the Morrilton Lady Devil Dogs, falling just short in a close 46-41 contest. Despite the loss, the Lady…
Bradley County Courthouse and Landfill Announce Thanksgiving Closures
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Courthouse and Landfill will be closed on Thursday and Friday this week in observance of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the county’s trash truck will not operate on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. Residents with trash collection scheduled for Thursday are advised that their route will instead be picked up on Friday. County officials…
Pastime: Some Holiday Recipes to Share
This is a time of the year for good, time-tested and tasty recipes. I know this is a column about Pastime memories, but these are some recipes that will fill that bill. So read on my friends. Each really good recipe is one that is passed down from grandparent to parents and parent to children.Somehow,…
BCMC Board Approves Christmas Bonuses at November Meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met inside the BCMC Conference Room on Tuesday, Nov. 21 for its monthly gathering with annual meetings, Christmas bonuses, financial reports, election of officers, and more on the docket. The first order of business was to conduct annual meetings for the Bradley Medical Foundation,…
Special permit-based quail hunts available on two Arkansas WMAs
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will hold its first-ever public land draw hunts for northern bobwhite this December and the time to apply begins Dec. 2. Article by Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. For the 2024-25 hunting season, Stone Prairie WMA in Faulkner County and Little Bayou WMA in…
Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) Recognized for Exemplary Hypertension Control
The following is a press release from Mainline Health Systems, Inc. Dermott, AR (November 25, 2024) – For work battling hypertension, Mainline HealthSystems, Inc. was recognized as Million Hearts® 2024 Hypertension Control Champions. Awarded jointly by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Million Hearts 2024…
UAM Men’s Basketball to Take on Delta State Tuesday
MONTICELLO, Ark. – UAM’s Men’s Basketball team (3-2) is set to take on the Statesmen (3-2) of Delta State University on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30 p.m. inside the Walter Sillers Coliseum in Cleveland, Mississippi. This will be the last non-conference game for the Boll Weevils before they begin GAC play on December 3rd versus Southern…
Mary Jo Wisener, 1949-2024
Mary Jo Wisener, of Kingwood, Texas, formerly of Monticello and Warren Arkansas, passed away at home on November 22, 2024. She was born on June 30, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Joe and Mary Reaves. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Wisener, and by an infant son, William Matthew Wisener. Surviving…
Thomas J. “T.J.” Moran, 1935-2024
Thomas J. “T.J.†Moran, age 89, of Crossett, AR passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Stonegate Villa Health and Rehab in Crossett, AR. He was born on June 13, 1935 in Vick, AR to the late Thomas Rufus Moran and Lonar Lee Goodwin Moran. He was retired from Georgia Pacific and a member…
Social Networked Friendship Quality Can Be Means of Combating Loneliness
The following is a press release from the University of Arkansas: FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Loneliness is on the rise in the U.S., with a third of Americans reporting they’ve experienced “serious loneliness” in recent years. Lonely people are twice as likely to become depressed, and loneliness is a key risk factor for self-harm and suicide,…
Clydine Preston, 1940-2024
Clydine Preston, 84, of Harrell, passed away November 12, 2024. He was born February 28, 1940, to Sandy and Eva Preston. Clydine dedicated many years to working as a logger at Potlatch Corporation before retiring. After retirement, to keep himself busy he continued to serve his community by helping others around town. Known for his…
AGFC stocks Arkansas roadways with conservation license plate
MOUNTAIN VIEW — The 2025 Arkansas Conservation License Plate was unveiled at a special presentation Wednesday night at Ozark Folk Center State Park. The image, a brown trout swimming in prime Arkansas tailwater habitat, is sure to stir emotions in the souls of anglers throughout The Natural State and envy in the eyes of anglers…
Brenda Mae Adams Perry, 1946-2024
Brenda Mae Adams Perry, age 78, of Warren, AR passed away on November 22, 2024 at Chapel Woods in Warren, AR. She was born on November 17, 1946 in Warren, AR to the late Walter Lee Adams and Connie Blankinship Adams. She was a graduate of Warren High School, an LPN for 25 years and…
Take a chance on conservation with the AGFF’s ‘12 Guns of Christmas’
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation has the perfect opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts in Arkansas and maybe pick up a fantastic gift for that someone special on your holiday shopping list. Tickets for their annual “12 Guns of Christmas†membership drive are available now. Article by Randy Zellers. Arkansas Game…
Espresso Lovers Celebrate National Espresso Day
Today is National Espresso Day, a celebration of the bold, concentrated coffee drink that has become a global favorite. Whether you’re pulling a shot at home, enjoying a latte at your favorite coffee shop, or simply savoring the aroma, this is the day to appreciate espresso and its impact on coffee culture. A Morning Ritual Born…
Warren Easily Tops Pocahontas to Move On in State Playoffs
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks powered past the Pocahontas Redskins 35-6 in the second round of the 4A Arkansas State Football Playoffs Friday night at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. The victory secured Warren’s spot in the quarterfinals and improved their overall record to 10-2 on the season. This game report is brought to you…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-State Playoffs-November 22, 2024
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BCMC’s Hailey Gammel Named November Employee of the Month Award
BCMC’s Hailey Gammel has won the November Employee of the Month award. Gammel, of the BCMC Outpatient Therapy Department, was nominated by a very special patient, Charlotte Ruthe Wilkerson, along with her mom Elise. Charlotte Ruthe did not want to be in her walker in the beginning, but is now running everywhere in her walker…
MISSING: Star City Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Dakota “Koty” Tallent
STAR CITY, Ark. – The Star City Police Department has issued an urgent appeal to the public to help locate Dakota “Koty” Tallent, a 35-year-old man, who was last seen on November 16, 2024. Authorities and his family are deeply concerned for his safety. Dakota “Koty” Tallent is described as a White male, standing 5’8″…