The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 30. The group heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarians Erick Lazaro and Alexsavior Ayala to begin the meeting. Then the club listened to a presentation from HopePlace Warren Director Wendy Curry. She updated the crowd on everything happening at HopePlace Warren,…
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Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation award $268k grant to SBHAAR
SHERWOOD, ARK—The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation has awarded almost $268,000 to the School-Based Health Alliance of Arkansas for a new initiative to help expand access to dental care for K-12 students in rural parts of the state. The funding supports the state’s first school-based oral health learning collaborative. In partnership with three other government…
Private reservoir, streamside landowners can get up to $10,000 to share the water
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansans routinely boast that The Natural State has more than 600,000 acres of lakes and ponds dotted throughout its landscape. While anglers have hundreds of thousands of these acres available for public use, many large reservoirs and oxbow lakes remain in private ownership with no public access. A new program offered through…
Geospatial AI provides new avenue for forest health research
MONTICELLO, Ark. — While an emerging fungal disease continues to chip away at the forestry industry in the southern United States, remote sensing researcher Hamdi Zurqani is developing artificial intelligence models to seek answers from the skies. Top photo: UNMANNED AIRCRAFT — Hamdi Zurqani, remote sensing researcher and assistant professor for the College of Forestry, Agriculture…
SouthArk announces Fall academic honors list
EL DORADO, Ark. – South Arkansas Community College has released its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the fall 2023 term. To be eligible for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the fall semester, and be classified as full-time. The students are: From Bigelow, Dustin…
Joe Hammons retires after 43 Years of dedicated service at PotlatchDeltic
WARREN, Ark. – In a heartfelt farewell Thursday, Joe Hammons bid adieu to a remarkable 43-year career at PotlatchDeltic, marking the end of an era in the Arkansas timber industry. The veteran saw filer commenced his journey with the company fresh out of Warren High School in 1980 and has since become a respected figure…
Last chance to order a Lumberjack Blanket that helps support Warren Baseball
WARREN, Ark. – The Lumberjack Baseball Team’s Blanket Fundraiser is picking up speed as the season draws near. Fans are urged to act now and support the team by purchasing a spirited blanket, priced at just $25, with all proceeds benefiting the baseball squad. The plush 50×60 blanket, adorned with a vibrant school spirit print,…
Danny Copper, 1956-2024
Danny Copper, age 67, of Rison, AR passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Bradley County Medical Center in Warren, AR. He was born on March 18, 1956 in Rison, AR to the late Willard Cooper and Velma Pullen Cooper. He attended Fairview Freewill Baptist Church. He was a logger, he enjoyed gardening, working…
Warren native named to Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in U of A’s Fulbright College
Alissa Doffitt, who was born and raised in Warren through the 9th grade, was recently named to the Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Below is a press release from the University of Arkansas about Doffitt’s achievement. Alissa Doffitt of Bentonville was named to the Fall…
Warren Middle School 2nd Nine Weeks Honor Roll announced
ALL A – 9 WEEKS: Grade 6 Adams, Izabella Alor, David Brown, Ava Cortes, Jazmin Gorman, Grayson Goudelock, Keegun Gregorio, Justin Hoskins, Addison Jackson, Trynity Kelley, Matthew Mann, Sophie McDougald, Evan Moody, Cambree Powell, Peyton Sandoval, Roy Sifuentes, Paloma Simmons, Erin Torres, Belen Turner, Jax Uribe, Kennedy ALL A – 9 WEEKS: Grade 7 Adair,…
Brunson 2nd 9 Weeks Honor Roll announced
Artist Erica Daborn’s ‘Dialogues with Mother Earth: Drawing to Save the Planet’ opens Feb. 23 in Pine Bluff
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Artist Erica Daborn captures the attention of the public via 13 large-scale charcoal-on-canvas murals that explore the critical issues facing the planet. Her artwork records fictitious historical events based on issues relevant to climate change. “Dialogues with Mother Earth: Drawing to Save the Planet†by Erica Daborn opens Friday, Feb. 23,…
Three Warren grads named to fall Dean’s list at UCA
CONWAY, AR (02/01/2024)– The University of Central Arkansas congratulates nearly 1,500 students who were named to the fall 2023 Dean’s List. The following individuals from your area were named to the Dean’s List. Daisy Mondragon of Warren, AR 71671 Ivan A Pahuamba of Warren, AR 71671 Brooklyn M Solis of Warren, AR 71671 Olivia Brown…
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Evan Etue wins K-12 Culinary Connection’s District Chef Showdown
HERMITAGE, Ark. – In a culinary triumph, Evan Etue from Hermitage High School claimed victory in his district’s K-12 Culinary Connection’s Student Chef Showdown recently. Evan’s winning dish, a Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Fried Potato Balls, impressed judges and secured his title. K-12 Culinary Connection, a food service management company in Arkansas, congratulated Evan for…
Jacks nearly upset Watson Chapel in close Wednesday night duel
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack Men’s Basketball team displayed determination and grit in a closely contested battle against top four rival from Conference 8-4A, Watson Chapel, on Wednesday night, January 31. Despite a strong effort, the Lumberjacks fell just short, with the final score favoring Watson Chapel 63-55. Top photo: Warren’s Jayden Ridgell…
Razorback Coach Sam Pittman watches Warren Basketball game at Watson Chapel
Head Arkansas Razorback Football Coach Sam Pittman was in attendance for Warren’s Wednesday basketball game at Watson Chapel. Above, he is pictured posing for a photo with Warren Lumberjack Head Coach Bo Hembree.
Kali Bell’s artwork selected for display in exhibition
Elementary Art Teacher, Mrs. Christle Pierce, recently submitted students’ work to “The Moon and Beyond” art contest at Windgate Museum of Art. 3rd Grader Kali Bell’s art was chosen to be on display at Hendrix. There will be an exhibition opening reception to honor the artists on Saturday, February 3 from 1PM to 3PM. This…
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Lady Jacks suffer defeat at Watson Chapel
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – In a challenging matchup on Wednesday, January 31, the Warren Lady Jacks fell to the Watson Chapel Wildcats on the road by the final of 49-18. Unfortunately, the Lady Jacks were without one of their leading scorers, Charlee Wardlaw, who was sidelined due to injury. Top photo: Lady Jack Allie Adair…
Moro Bay State Park temporarily closed due to flooding
MORO BAY, Ark. – Moro Bay State Park finds itself temporarily closed as the Ouachita River spills over its banks, leading to the flooding of various park amenities. The closure encompasses the campgrounds, day use area, playground, trails, and ferry exhibit, with the visitor center on the verge of closure due to accessibility challenges. The…