Celebrating Arkansas’s beloved State Bird: The Mockingbird

March 5, 2024 marks a significant anniversary in Arkansas history, as we commemorate the adoption of House Concurrent Resolution Number 22 by Governor Harvey Parnell and the Forty-seventh General Assembly on this day in 1929. This resolution declared the mockingbird as the official state bird of Arkansas, a decision that has stood the test of…

Elizabeth Britton wins 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Logo Contest

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee has announced Elizabeth Britton as the winner of the 2024 PTF logo contest. The announcement was made early Monday morning. In a ceremony attended by key committee members, Britton received the honor of designing the official logo for the upcoming event. She was pictured alongside…

Bradley County 4-H celebrates 75th Annual Awards Dinner

WARREN, Ark. – The 75th Annual Bradley County 4-H Award Dinner, sponsored by Warren Bank and Trust Company, unfolded in grandeur at the Immanuel Baptist Church Family Life Center in Warren, Arkansas. The evening, themed “To Make the Best Better,” showcased the remarkable achievements and contributions of Bradley County’s 4-H members and volunteers. Top photo:…

Warren School District urges preparation for Middle School Assessments

The Warren School District has announced the dates for the upcoming ATLAS summative assessments at Warren Middle School: In a statement released to the Saline River Chronicle, school officials emphasized the importance of students being well-rested, eating breakfast, and being in attendance on these days. “It is very important that students be well-rested, eat breakfast,…

Antonio Jordan named State Farm Lumberjack Basketball Player of the Week

Congratulations to Antonio Jordan for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! Antonio led the Lumberjacks win 33 points in their 4A State Tournament win over Subiaco Academy on Tuesday of last week. The junior posted a double-double in that same game and another double-double in Warren’s eventual loss to Little Rock Christian…

Raeleigh Milton named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lady Jack Softball Player of the Week

Raeleigh Milton was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Softball Player of the Week. The Lady Jack pitcher pitched seven innings in the Lady Jacks’ season opener vs. Camden Fairview, walked two, struck out three, gave up five runs on six hits. She also had a single vs. Camden Fairview Congratulations to Raeleigh on being…

Kolby Pope named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week

Kolby Pope was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Baseball Player of the Week. He got the win and pitched five innings against Searcy, striking out eight. Offensively, he scored 10 runs, went 4-for-10, and stole two bases. Congratulations to Kolby on being named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week…

Alex Bartolo named Que Lindo Michoacan Lumberjack Soccer Player of the Week

Alex Bartolo has earned Que Lindo Michoacan Lumberjack Soccer Player of the Week following a superb performance in Warren’s 3-1 win over Lisa Academy North Thursday. Bartolo’s opening goal from an indirect free kick for the Jacks helped swing the momentum towards the home side. Congratulations to Alex on being named Que Lindo Michoacan Lumberjack…

Jacks battle, but fall to Little Rock Christian in the 4A State Tournament quaterfinals

FARMINGTON, Ark. – In a highly anticipated showdown at the 4A State Basketball Tournament Quarterfinals, the Warren Lumberjacks clashed with the defending state champions, the Little Rock Christian Warriors. Despite putting up a valiant effort, the Lumberjacks succumbed to the Warriors, with a final score of 67-40. Top photo: Antonio Jordan led Warren with 14…

Fentanyl conference held SEACBEC addresses growing issue

WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center (SEACBEC) hosted a crucial conference addressing the escalating fentanyl crisis gripping the region. Prominent figures from various sectors converged to shed light on the multifaceted challenges posed by the potent synthetic opioid. The conference witnessed the presence of esteemed individuals including Dr. Cherl…

Three Jacks score in season opening comeback win vs. Lisa Academy North

WARREN, Ark. – In a thrilling and highly competitive opening game of the 2024 soccer season, the Warren Lumberjacks clashed with Lisa Academy North Jaguars at the Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. Warren ultimately emerging victorious from the non-conference clash with a 3-1 win over their opponents from the 3A East Conference. Top photo: Warren’s Aaron…