Celebrating Arkansas’s first state park: Petit Jean’s enduring legacy

Nestled within the rugged beauty of the Ozark Mountains, Petit Jean State Park stands as a testament to Arkansas’s rich natural heritage and pioneering spirit. Established on March 1, 1923, by Act 276 of the Arkansas General Assembly, Petit Jean holds the distinction of being the state’s inaugural state park, marking a significant milestone in…

Banks Volunteer Fire Department leads response to woods fire Tuesday night

WARREN, Ark. – On Tuesday night, the Banks Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action in response to a woods fire on CR 14N. Toned out at 9 p.m., firefighters, aided by the Arkansas Forestry Commission and the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department, swiftly worked to contain the blaze. The fire, fortunately, was limited to several acres,…

Rotary Club receives presentation from CASA of the 10th Judicial District

The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 27 inside First Methodist Church with a good crowd in attendance for the latest program. After lunch the meeting began with the group hearing from Warren High School Junior Rotarian Allannah Triplett who shared her current achievements and accolades along with her future…

Jacks make elite eight with statement 84-79 win over Subiaco Academy

FARMINGTON, Ark. – Notching a win that will go down as one of the biggest in modern WHS Basketball history, the Warren Lumberjacks took down the second-seeded Subiaco Academy Trojans by the final score of 84-79 to advance to the quarterfinal round of the 4A Arkansas State Basketball Tournament on Tuesday night, February 27, 2024.…

Union Bank and Trust’s Randy Rawls appointed Chairman of Group 3 in Arkansas Bankers Association

WARREN, Ark. – In a significant announcement made by Union Bank and Trust on Monday, February 26, 2024, Randy Rawls, Vice President and Loan Officer, has been appointed as the Chairman of Group 3 within the Arkansas Bankers Association. This appointment marks a notable milestone in Rawls’ esteemed career and underscores his dedication to the…

Joint law enforcement departments come together for random K-9 search of local school

WARREN, Ark. – Last week, the Warren Police Department, in collaboration with officers from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department K-9 unit, conducted an unannounced inspection of the Warren High School campus. The surprise search, which is a routine part of safety measures, aims to deter illegal activities and ensure the security of the school environment.…

Entergy Arkansas encourages customers to get spring storm ready

LITTLE ROCK – Spring weather is welcomed for its sunny skies and cool breezes, but the season has also proven to bring dangerous thunderstorms. Ahead of the seasonal switch, Arkansas has declared Feb. 26 to March 1 as Severe Weather Awareness Week. Entergy Arkansas is encouraging customers to observe the week by making a severe weather…

Breaking news straight to your phone in real-time: Follow SRC’s WhatsApp Channel

WARREN, Ark. – In an era where staying informed on local news is more important than ever, Saline River Chronicle (SRC) is proud to unveil its latest innovation: the SRC WhatsApp Channel. This new platform promises to transform the way Warren and Bradley County residents receive local news by delivering real-time updates directly to their…

Warren Fire Department honors local heroes at annual Fireman’s Ball

The esteemed Warren Fireman’s Ball once again illuminated the halls of the Warren Country Club on Saturday night, February 24th, 2024. A gathering filled with gratitude, camaraderie, and celebration, this annual event marked a significant moment for the Warren Fire Department as it recognized the valor and dedication of its members throughout the preceding year.…

Late rally comes up just short for Jacks vs. Magnolia; looking ahead to State Tournament

NASHVILLE, Ark. – After a valiant comeback effort, the Warren Lumberjack Basketball team fell to the Magnolia Panthers by the score of 63-59 in the round 3 consolation game of the 4A South Regional Basketball Tournament Saturday afternoon in Nashville, Arkansas. Top photo: David Jordan posted 14 points in Warren’s loss to Magnolia Saturday. To…

Tramond Miller named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week

Congratulations to Tramond Miller for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! Across Warren’s three game stretch of the 4A South Regional Tournament, Tramond netted 75 points. His standout 31-point performance vs. Arkadelphia Thursday night helped secure Warren’s State Tournament birth. He knocked down 10 threes over the past three days. CLICK HERE…

Warren falls to LR-Mills in Regional Tournament semis; set to face Magnolia in consolation game Saturday

NASHVILLE, Ark. – In a heated match-up at the 4A South Regional Basketball Tournament, the Warren Lumberjacks clashed against well known 8-4A Conference foe Little Rock-Mills in the second round, ending in a decisive victory for the Comets by the final of 78-50 in what was the third meeting this season between the two teams.…