Tylette Shawnee Jackson-Talukder, 43, of Memphis, TN., passed away February 8, 2024. Born June 19, 1980, she was a daughter of the late Barbara Jackson and the late Joe Simmons. She joined Greater Shady Grove AME Church at an early age and was raised in the church. Although she moved around a lot, she always…
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Warren Aviation Commission meets to discuss maintenance and more at WMA
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Aviation Commission convened in the Municipal Courtroom on Thursday, February 15, 2024, to discuss various matters pertaining to the local airport’s operations and infrastructure. Chaired by Commissioner Joe Wharton, the meeting saw the attendance of Commissioners Rick Stracner, Bryan Martin, and Vernon Colvin, alongside several officials from the City including…
USS Arkansas (BB-33): A Legacy of Valor and Service
February 16, 1945, marked a pivotal moment in the storied history of the USS Arkansas (BB-33), a battleship that etched its name in the annals of naval warfare during World War II. As the United States and its allies pressed forward in the Pacific theater, the Arkansas embarked on a series of critical missions that…
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Saline River Chronicle can go with you everywhere! We wanted to share with our iPhone users how to add a quick shortcut to Saline River Chronicle right on your iPhone’s home screen. This is not a required step to view Saline River Chronicle, but it can save you some time when you are ready to…
Jacks’ first Regional Tournament game confirmed for next Thursday
In a thrilling culmination of their regular season efforts, the Warren Lumberjacks have clinched the 3rd seed spot representing the 8-4A Conference in the upcoming 4A South Regional Tournament. The tournament is scheduled to be held in Nashville, Arkansas, promising an electrifying showcase of talent and determination next week. The Jacks will hit the court…
Lumberjacks stun undefeated LR-Mills in season finale thriller
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks knocked off the number one undefeated team in the 8-4A, Little Rock-Mills, Thursday night, February 15 by the final score of 75-68 in what is no doubt going to go down as the game of the season in the Conference. Less than one month ago, the Lumberjacks fell to…
Lady Jacks wrap up 23/24 season against LR-Mills
WARREN, Ark. – In the final showdown of the season, the Warren Lady Jacks faced off against the Mills Lady Comets at Lumberjack Arena in Warren. Despite a valiant effort, the Lady Jacks succumbed to a 68-41 defeat on Thursday night. Top photo: Warren’s Bayleigh Miller goes up for a jumper Thursday vs. Mills. To…
Prescription drug/opioid overdose community roundtable event for Bradley County set for Feb 29
Jeffrey Allen Smith, 1964-2024
Jeffrey Allen Smith, age 59, of Warren, AR, died Thursday, February 15, 2024, at John L. McClellan Memorial Veteran Hospital in Little Rock, AR. He was born October 28, 1964 in El Dorado, AR, a son of Elizabeth Clanton Smith and the late William Foster Smith. Jeff was a retired Army Veteran serving in the…
Union Hill hosting Pastoral Anniversary event for Pastor Henry Cox and First Lady Tangela Gilbert Cox
Union Hill MBC, 919 W Central, Warren, will celebrate and honor Pastor Henry Cox and First Lady Tangela Gilbert Cox’s 15th Pastoral Anniversary on Sunday, Feb 18 at 3:00 pm. The guest speaker will be Pastor Denzell M. Brown and Trinity Full Gospel Church. Everyone is invited to attend.
Antonio Jordan named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Antonio Jordan for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! Antonio scored 50 points in the past two games, including a 31-point performance in a massive upset win over LR-Mills Thursday. Over the same two games, Antonio also posted two double-doubles. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY…
Aaliyah Walton named State Farm Lady Jack of the Week
Congratulations to Aaliyah Walton for being named the State Farm Lady Jack of the Week! Aaliyah left everything on the court this week through two difficult games to end the season. Over a two-game stretch she hit the boards hard, recording seven rebounds, scoring three points and getting a steal. She’s shown so much progress…
BCMC issues urgent call for blood donations at upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive Feb. 23
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center is issuing an urgent appeal to the community for blood donations in its upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive scheduled for Friday, Feb. 23 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. The blood drive will take place in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic parking lot, located across the street from the…
Second-chance decoys make memories for first-time hunters
PINE BLUFF — Every February, duck hunters gather up their decoys and pack them away for another long off-season. Some dekes are sealed in padded compartments and slotted bags as carefully as a Faberge egg, but others that have been shot or have faded to the point of obscurity are destined for the landfill. The…
BCMC presented Bronze Recognition Award as part of HRSA’s DoNation Campaign
Bradley County Medical Center was presented with a plaque and certificate in honor of receiving “Bronze Recognition” from the United States Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of the 2023 DoNation Campaign. Gerald Curtis of ARORA, the largest organ, tissue, and eye recovery agency in Arkansas, presented the award to BCMC Chief Operating…
WSD honors long time Board president Jerry Daniels
Superintendent Cornish(right) honors Warren School Board member Jerry Daniels during Monday night’s February 2024 for his exceptional 19-year presidency on the Warren School Board, shaping the district’s educational journey with unwavering dedication and leadership.
Warren Basketball’s regular season finale bumped up to Thursday night
WARREN, Ark. – The anticipated clash between Warren’s Lumberjack and Lady Jack basketball teams against Little Rock-Mills has been rescheduled for tonight, Thursday, February 15. Originally slated for Friday, the games against Little Rock-Mills will now take place a day earlier, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown at Lumberjack Arena. The tip-off for the…
Moro Bay State Park announces seasonal park interpreter position
MORO BAY, Ark. – Moro Bay State Park has announced the availability of a seasonal park interpreter position. The announcement was made on Tuesday, February 13th. As of the announcement date, the river at Moro Bay remains at a high level, measuring at 81.6 feet, though it is gradually receding. While cabins and camping facilities…
Lumberjack Baseball season opener moved up
WARREN, Ark. – The eagerly anticipated showdown between the Warren Lumberjack Baseball team and the Rison Wildcats has been rescheduled. Originally slated for Thursday, February 22, the game will now take place on Tuesday, February 20. The venue remains the same, with the action set to unfold at the Warren Baseball/Softball Complex. For those eager…
Early voting period quickly approaching for Arkansas primary elections
WARREN, Ark. – In Bradley County, residents are gearing up for the primary elections set to take place on March 5, 2024, with both Democratic and Republican parties gearing up for their nominations, along with non-partisan judicial races. For those eager to cast their votes ahead of time, early voting will commence on February 20th,…
Bradley County Chamber of Commerce holds inaugural meeting of 2024, appoints new committee chairs
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce convened on Monday, February 12, 2024, for its inaugural monthly meeting of the year. Newly inaugurated Board Chair, Dana Harvey, presided over the session and extended a warm welcome to EASI representative, Nyeshia Aldridge, who attended the gathering for the first time. The minutes of the…