MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) will hold orientation for the spring 2026 semester on Monday, January 5. Prospective students are encouraged to attend and register for classes during the event. Spring 2026 semester classes will begin on Wednesday, January 7. Orientation is open to students who have already been admitted…
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Hermitage Football Players Earn Postseason Honors for 2025 Season
HERMITAGE, Ark. Hermitage High School football players were recognized this week for their accomplishments during the 2025 season, with multiple Hermits earning all-conference honors and Carson Curtis receiving all-state recognition. According to an announcement from Hermitage High School Athletics, 10 Hermitage players were named to the All-Conference team for their performance during the season. Those…
Kristen Harvey Named December BCMC Employee of the Month
Bradley County Medical Center has named Kristen Harvey, APRN, as the December Employee of the Month. Harvey is a family practice provider at the BCMC Rural Health Clinic, located at 304 E. Central Street across the street just south of the hospital. Harvey’s nomination said: “I would like to nominate Kristen Harvey for Employee of…
Santa’s Shack and Candyland Return to New Edinburg Community Center Dec. 19–20
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. — Families are invited to celebrate the Christmas season with a festive visit to Santa’s Shack at the New Edinburg Community Center on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 19 and 20. The event will be held both evenings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Santa will have an early Christmas gift for all children…
Lady Jacks survive overtime test, improve to 10-1 with gritty win over McGehee
WARREN, Ark. — Dec. 16, 2025 — The Warren Lady Jacks have shown all season they can win in different ways. On Thursday night, they added another entry to that list. This game report is brought to you by Behind composure at the free-throw line and a balanced scoring effort, Warren outlasted McGehee 45-41 in…
Lumberjacks Struggle at Home in 56-31 Loss to McGehee
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Lumberjacks turned in a difficult performance Tuesday night at home, falling 56-31 to a McGehee team that controlled the game from start to finish. Warren struggled to find consistent offense and was unable to slow McGehee’s extended scoring runs, dropping the Lumberjacks to 0-3 on the season. This game report…
Damian Vironche Wins Warren High School Student Chef Showdown
WARREN, Ark. – Damian Vironche was named the winner of Warren High School’s Annual Student Chef Showdown, according to an announcement from the school on Friday. Vironche took top honors in the competition, with Ka’Mari Davis finishing as a close second. The event highlighted student skills developed through the school’s culinary program. Warren High School…
Warren teams set for Ricebirds Classic as game times are announced
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STUTTGART, Ark. — The Warren Lady Jacks and Lumberjacks will be part of a busy two-day slate this week after official game times were announced for the Ricebirds Classic, set for Wednesday and Thursday, December 18–19. Warren will open tournament play on Wednesday with both teams in action against DeWitt. The Lady Jacks are scheduled…
Union Pacific representative speaks to SEACBEC students about safety, careers
WARREN, Ark. – Recently, students at the Southeast Arkansas Community-Based Education Center (SEACBEC) heard firsthand about safety expectations and career opportunities within the railroad industry during a visit from Union Pacific. John Varnell with Union Pacific met with 10th–12th grade career and technical education students to discuss workplace safety, job readiness, and potential career paths…
Peak of waterfowl migration poses risks to poultry, Arkansans urged to report sick, dying birds
By Tracy CourageU of A System Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — The fall migration of waterfowl is at its peak, and with it comes both a greater risk of spreading the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or bird flu, as well as sick and dying birds. In the past month, 108 premises — 44 commercial…
Warren ABC Preschool Makes Santa’s Nice List with Festive Holiday Effort
WARREN, Ark. – As the Christmas season approaches, the staff at Warren ABC Preschool is being recognized for going above and beyond to bring holiday joy to their students. Saline River News would like to recognize the entire Warren ABC Preschool staff for their efforts this Christmas season. In recent weeks, staff members have transformed…
Warren, Hermitage, Woodlawn, Rison, Monticello athletes earn All-State honors as AAA releases 2025 football rosters
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LITTLE ROCK – Athletes from Warren, Hermitage, Woodlawn, Rison and Monticello were among those recognized Monday as the Arkansas Activities Association released its 2025 All-State Football rosters, honoring the top performers from across the state following the high school football season. Warren High School placed three players on the Class 4A-8 All-State team, continuing a…
Treehouse Warren to host free Christmas skating party in Monticello
WARREN, Ark. — Treehouse Warren will host a free Christmas skating party for local youth on Tuesday, Dec. 16, offering an evening of skating, food and holiday activities in Monticello. The event, titled “Christmas Is Rolling,” will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Goat Roller Rink, located at 1000 Hwy. 425 South…
BCMC Rural Health Clinic to Host Christmas Open House Friday, Dec. 19
WARREN, Ark. (12/12/25) – The BCMC Rural Health Clinic will host a Christmas Open House on Friday, Dec. 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The BCMC Rural Health Clinic is located at 304 E. Central Street across the street from the hospital. The Christmas Open House will feature hot chocolate, cookies, pictures with Santa…
Daniel Earl Hargraves, 1949-2025
Daniel Earl Hargraves age 76 of Warren, AR died Sunday, December 14th, 2025 at the Chapel Woods Nursing Center. He was born March 15th, 1949 in Warren, AR a son of the late Mary Fay Briant Hargraves and Preston Earl Hargraves. Danny was a member of First Assembly of God Church, a factory worker and…
Town of Banks to host Christmas With Santa event Saturday
BANKS, Ark. – The Town of Banks will host its annual Christmas With Santa celebration on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Banks Community Center. The family-friendly event will feature opportunities for families to take pictures with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph. Activities planned for the evening include an ugly Christmas…
Railroad Work Being Done in Downtown Warren
WARREN, Ark. – A significant amount of railroad maintenance work took place in downtown Warren this past week, drawing the attention of many local residents as crews worked along the tracks and at crossings. The work is being conducted by the railroad company through a contracted maintenance firm, Trak-Time. Crews have been replacing rail, sleepers…
King Cotton Holiday Classic Returns to Pine Bluff
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — One of the South’s premier high school basketball showcases is set to tip off after Christmas, as the King Cotton Holiday Classic returns to the Pine Bluff Convention Center on December 27, 29 and 30. The event, presented by Go Forward Pine Bluff, draws top programs from Arkansas and across the…
Warren Lodge No. 33 Installs Officers for 2026
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Lodge No. 33 recently held its annual installation of officers, officially seating the lodge’s leadership for the 2026 year. Those installed include Justin Reep, senior deacon; Brian Rodgers, secretary; Scott Clanton, treasurer; Mike Owens, junior deacon; and Anthony Gallegos, senior warden. Also serving in leadership roles are Ricky Rauls, chaplain, and…
Nedra Sue Joiner Edwards, 1941-2025
Nedra Sue Joiner Edwards, age 84 passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at UAMS in Little Rock, AR. She was born on May 12, 1941 in Houston, TX to the late Fred Joiner and Lola Castleberry Joiner. She was retired from sales and insurance, attended Farmville Baptist Church and graduated Lynwood High School in…
Birdie Jean (Jeanne) Claycomb, 1933-2025
Birdie Jean (Jeanne) Claycomb was born February 16, 1933 in Little Rock, Arkansas. She attended Stephens College and graduated from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in 1955. She received a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a minor in piano. She also studied piano at the University of Arkansas in Monticello and wrote a book…