Danita Kay Baker, age 65, of Hermitage, AR died February 6, 2024 at home. She was born February 18, 1958 in Oakland, CA to the late John Youngwirth and Alene Watson Youngwirth. She was a graduate of Hermitage High School class of 1976 and of the Baptist faith. Survivors include her soulmate, Mackel Hays…
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Fridays on the Farm: A Journey to Food Equity and Community Building
Meet Armondo White, a veteran and Black farmer in Marvell, Arkansas. Amidst the sprawling fields of the Delta, Armondo works with his wife, Andrea, and their two daughters, Madam and Ava, to combat food insecurity by bringing fresh, healthy produce to their community. Top photo: Armondo and his daughter, Madam, inside their hoop house. Photo…
Warren’s Terence Roberson signs to play football at Ouachita Baptist University-VIDEO INCLUDED
WARREN, Ark. – In a ceremony held at Warren High School on Wednesday, Feburary 7, Warren High School’s star lineman, Terence Roberson, inked his commitment to continue his football journey with Ouachita Baptist University. The National Signing Day event was nothing short of a jubilant celebration as Roberson was joined by his family, friends, coaches,…
Warren High School FBLA Team excels at District III Spring Conference
The Warren High School FBLA team stood out at the District III Spring Conference on February 7, 2024.
Hermit Hayden Cathey breaks all-time scoring record at Hermitage
In a memorable night on the court, junior Hayden Cathey of Hermitage High broke the school’s career scoring record previously held by Cade Wilkerson. Cathey has scored 1059 points in his high school career at Hermitage. Cathey’s outstanding performance, scoring 38 points, led the Hermitage Hermits to a 70-63 victory over Hampton. Additionally, the Hermitage…
Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) welcomes new CFO, Elyse Knobloch
MONTICELLO, AR – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) recently announced that Elyse Knobloch has been named the Chief Financial Officer of Mainline Health Systems Inc. Knobloch, who joined the Mainline team in 2023, will succeed long-time CFO Tafta McCain. Elyse Knobloch brings nine years of finance experience in healthcare to the position, having worked previously…
Rotary Receives Presentation on BCMC Community Connect Event and hears musical performance from Langford
The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 6 inside First Methodist Church. The group heard from Junior Rotarian Avery Langford to begin the program. Langford made a short speech before performing a song on the guitar with vocals which really impressed the crowd. Then Rotary President Dennen Cuthbertson made a…
Jacks dig deep for gritty win on the road over Star City
STAR CITY, Ark. – In the first of important road games this week, the Warren Lumberjacks got the job done agains the Star City Bulldogs Tuesday night, February 6, winning by the final of 69-64 to move to 8-3 in the 8-4A Conference. Top photo: Antonio Jordan led the Lumberjacks with 30 points vs. Star…
Warren Lady Jacks fall to Star City on the road
STAR CITY, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks fell to the Star City Lady Dogs by the final of 50-30 on the road at Star City Tuesday evening, February 6, 2024. Top photo: Warren’s Bailey Miller posted 11 points vs. Star City Tuesday. To view the complete photo album and purchase prints or digital copies…
Boating-related fatalities in Arkansas drop to single digits in 2023
HOT SPRINGS — The number of people who died in boating accidents in Arkansas dropped to a five-year low last year, according to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s 2023 Boating Accident Year-End Report. Only nine fatalities resulted from the 61 boating accidents compiled by Cpl. Sydney Grant, Boating Law Administrator in the AGFC’s Hot…
Moro Bay State Park reopens after temporary closure due to flooding
MORO BAY, Ark. – Moro Bay State Park has resumed full operations after a temporary closure due to flooding caused by the Ouachita River reaching significant levels. As of Monday morning, the Visitor Center, campground, cabins, Deer Run Trail, playground, bathhouse, and pavilion are all accessible to visitors. However, some amenities remain closed due to…
SEARK Concert to host Valentine’s dinner/dance
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Guess who’s coming home? Renowned Jazz Trumper Rodney Block, a proud alum of Dumas High School and the University of Arkansas at Monticello, is returning for a Valentine’s Day treat. On Feb. 13 at 7 pm, the UAM Gibson Center Green Room will be filled with Block’s smooth jazz vibes, setting the…
BCMC Wound Care Clinic receives Clinical Distinction Award
WARREN, Ark. (2/5/24) – Bradley County Medical Center is pleased to announce the BCMC Wound Care Clinic is a recipient of RestorixHealth’s Clinical Distinction Award. Recipients of this award meet or exceed national clinical benchmarks over a set period of time. RestorixHealth launched its Clinical Distinction recognition program to recognize wound centers that have demonstrated…
BCMC Board meets for first time in 2024
WARREN, Ark. (2/5/24) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met Thursday, Feb. 1 for its first meeting of 2024 with several topics covered including volumes, financials, MEDITECH go-live, ARPA funds, and updates from hospital executives. The previous meeting’s minutes were approved before Controller Matt Pace went into his report. Pace stated the…
Senior Lady Jack’s Track Team secures 4A 1st runner-up at Arkansas Indoor State Track Meet
The Senior Lady Jack’s track team emerged as the 4A 1st runner-up at the prestigious Arkansas Indoor State Track Meet held over the weekend at the Randal Tyson Track Center, University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. The team, led by the seasoned Coach Janice Reddick, showcased their exceptional talents in a highly competitive environment, earning accolades…
School robotics team triumphs at Cabot Robot Rally Competition
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Middle School proudly announced on Monday, February 5, 2024, that the Rockybots Robotics team achieved victory at the Cabot Robot Rally Competition, securing the coveted Design award. This win propels them to the upcoming State Championship. The Design award is a recognition of the team’s outstanding approach to the design process,…
Warren ABC Pre-School receives 6-Star rating
Warren ABC Preschool is excited to announce that it has earned the 6-Star rating as an Arkansas Better Beginnings program. Better Beginnings is Arkansas’s quality rating and improvement system for licensed child care and early childhood education programs. Better Beginnings star-ratings signify the level of quality of child care for all Arkansas licensed child care providers. A star…
Arkansas Heritage seeks nominations for Food Hall of Fame
Food traditions often serve as cultural landmarks, preserving culinary heritage and connecting generations. Long-standing food establishments carry the flavors and techniques passed down through time, offering a taste of history on each plate. That is why in 2016, the Division of Arkansas Heritage launched the Arkansas Food Hall of Fame. The Arkansas Food Hall of Fame…
Dr. Rocky Lindsey named 2023 Arkansas Veterinarian of the Year
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. – In a prestigious ceremony held at the Hot Springs Convention Center during the 117th Annual Arkansas Veterinary Medical Association (ArVMA) Winter Meeting, Dr. Rocky Lindsey was recognized as the 2023 Arkansas Veterinarian of the Year. The award, presented by ArVMA, commended Dr. Lindsey for his unselfish and tireless contributions to the…
Scarlett Minelee Ashcraft, 1945-2024
Scarlett Minelee Ashcraft Thompson, age 78, of Warren, AR passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Fordyce, AR. She was born on October 9, 1945 in Warren, AR to the late Everett Ashcraft and Minelle McClain Ashcraft. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church. Other than her parents she is preceded in death…
Jerry Wilson Grider, 1944-2024
Jerry Wilson Grider, age 79, of Warren, AR passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at home. He was born on October 12, 1944 in Vick, AR to the late Jessie Wilson Grider and Rita Stanfield Grider. He was a millwright, a member of the Carpenters Local #576 and a graduate of Warren High School,…