STAR CITY, Ark. – 9-16-24 – In a heartfelt tribute, the Star City School District Board of Education has officially named the district’s new tennis courts the “Emily Snyder Tennis Complex” in memory of former Bulldog Tennis Coach Emily Snyder. The decision came during the board’s regular meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024, with an…
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Re-New-ing Edinburg Holds September Meeting, Prepares for Busy Fall Season
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – The Re-New-ing Edinburg community organization gathered on September 16, 2024, at the New Edinburg Community Center for their monthly meeting, discussing upcoming events and community matters. The meeting was called to order by President Roger McClellan, who welcomed attendees and shared the agenda for the evening. Minutes and Financial Report The…
South Arkansas Teams Set for Action in Week Three
Week three of the Arkansas high school football season is here, with some South Arkansas teams taking a bye week, but there’s still plenty of football on tap. Here are some key matchups to look out for: Saline River Sports Game of the Week: Star City at Lake Village The Star City Bulldogs, under Coach…
BCMC Issues Notice About Account Statements
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Medical Center: Updated patient account statements were mailed last week. We recognize that some statements with a service date on or after January 23, 2024, with accounts that begin with BM, BC, and BH may have past due or bad debts language. Please disregard any…
Warren High School Art Students Shine at Bradley County Fair Art Show
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School art students recently participated in the Bradley County Fair Art Show, where several students showcased their creative talents and earned top placements in various categories. Among those who entered and placed are Carleigh Jo Thornton, Amy Domingues, Alliana Ayala, Mary Hill, Jordan Davis, Braylen Watson, Allie Adair, Allison Mondragon,…
Trestan Green named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Trestan Green for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! He is a senior that plays both offensive and defensive line. He played well against Elkins! CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
Warren High School Announces 2024-2025 Parent/Teacher Conference
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School will hold its 2024-2025 Parent/Teacher Conference on Monday, September 23rd, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Parents and guardians are encouraged to attend the conference to meet with their child’s teachers, discuss academic progress, and address any concerns as the school year gets underway. Due to the scheduling of…
Invasive plant discovery forces temporary closure of Lake Georgia-Pacific boat access
CROSSETT, Ark. — A recent discovery of water hyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant, has forced the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and Georgia-Pacific Crossett LLC to temporarily close the boating access to the Lake Georgia-Pacific in Ashley County. Fishing is still allowed at the lake, but the boat ramp will be closed while AGFC staff…
Two Students from Warren Graduate from UCA
CONWAY, AR (09/17/2024)– The University of Central Arkansas held August commencement on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in the Farris Center on campus. The university conferred approximately 460 undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates from the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College…
AGFC Adds Seven New Game Wardens in Graduation Ceremony
CONWAY — United States Magistrate Joe Volpe Friday swore in seven new members of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s enforcement ranks at the official graduation ceremony of the 2024 agency’s game warden training program at the Antioch Baptist Church. This year’s graduating class was smaller than typical years, which is a testament to the…
Historic Steam Engine ‘Big Boy’ 4014 Rolls Through Kingsland to the Delight of Over 1,000 Spectators
KINGSLAND, Ark. – The sun was almost at high noon as anticipation crackled in the air like the hiss of steam as Kingsland prepared for an unforgettable moment in railroad history. Hundreds of spectators lined the tracks, some dressed in train conductor outfits, others armed with cameras, eagerly awaiting the arrival of Union Pacific’s majestic…
Weevils Score 22 Points in 4th Quarter to Take 39-28 Win Over SWOSU
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team played their first road match of the 2024 season on Saturday evening. The Boll Weevils traveled to Weatherford, Oklahoma to take on fellow GAC member Southwestern Oklahoma State University. UAM came out of the contest with a 39-28 win over the Bulldogs, increasing their record to 2-0.…
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Sigrid Margarete Beich, 1937-2024
Sigrid Margarete Beich, age 86 of Warren, Arkansas passed away on September 13, 2024 at Bradley County Medical Center in Warren, Arkansas. She was born on October 3, 1937 in Frankfurt, Germany to the late Wilhelm Karl Beich and Margaret Kalkhof Beich. Sigrid was employed with the post office in Germany for 40 years and…
City of Warren
OBU’s McElhany Earns GAC Special Teams Honor
RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas – Ouachita Baptist University’s Carter McElhany has been selected as the Great American Conference Football Special Teams Player of the Week. McElhany needed only one play on special teams to make his mark in last Thursday night’s 56-2 road win over Northwestern Oklahoma State. The 2023 Great American Conference Freshman of the Year ignited…
Arkansas pumpkins face increased pest pressure; growers urged to scout often
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas’ future jack o’ lanterns are facing a scare of their own, with the early arrival of melonworms that can cause significant yield loss for growers. Melonworm is a pest of cucurbit crops — a family that includes cucumbers and watermelons — that feeds on plant foliage and fruit, usually etching pumpkin rinds…
Warren School District
Sportsman’s Banquet with Jimmy Sites Set for October 20
WARREN, Ark. – Grace Cowboy Church in Warren is excited to announce its upcoming Sportsman’s Banquet featuring guest speaker Jimmy Sites, host of Spiritual Outdoor Adventures. The event will take place on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 316 Smith Road, Warren, AR 71671. Doors open at 5:00 PM, with dinner starting at 6:00 PM. Attendees…
Phyllis Burns, 1943-2024
Phyllis Burns, age 80, of Warren, AR died Friday, September, 13th, 2024 in Monticello, AR. She was born Wednesday, November 24th, 1943 in Warren, AR a daughter of the late Roy Adams and Amy Lowry Adams. Also preceding her in death was her brother Richard Adams and sisters Pat Temple and Roxene Dean. Phyllis was…