FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas travels to Tulsa, Okla., to face #19/22 Oklahoma on Saturday (Dec. 9) in the third and final Crimson & Cardinal Classic at the BOK Center. The game will be televised on ESPN2 and tip time is scheduled for 3:00 pm (CT). The Sooners will be the designated home team but, as…
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Tony Rex Gates
Tony Rex Gates age 63, of Little Rock, passed away on December 2, 2023, he was preceded in death by his parents, Paul O. Gates and Emma Jo Hargis Gates, his brother Phillip W. Gates, his sister Sheila Reana Russell. He is Survived by his Brother Ricky Gates and wife Beverly, Wife Mary Gates, his children Nicole…
Three Hog freshmen earn All-SEC honors
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For the second straight year, Arkansas has placed three on the Freshman All-SEC team with defensive back Jaylon Braxton, offensive lineman Andrew Chamblee and return specialist Isaiah Sategna getting the nod from the league’s coaches. Braxton enjoyed a stellar freshman campaign playing in nine games with six starts. The Frisco, Texas native…
Warren Economic Development Committee talks key development initiatives and projects
Future of the Bryant’s Building lot and BCEDC request for land purchase discussed by Committee members ahead of Monday’s December City Council meeting WARREN, Ark. – In the City of Warren’s Economic Development Committee meeting held at the Warren Municipal Building on Wednesday afternoon, City of Warren officials discussed key projects and potential initiatives aimed…
Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary infuses holiday cheer with festive decorations across Hospital
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary recently began their yearly tradition of decorating the inside of the hospital for Christmas. Auxiliary members Susie Clement, Liz McKinstry, and Phyllis Loomis put up and decorated a couple of Christmas trees around the facility to help employees, patients, and guests feel the spirit of the…
Warren Rotary Club receives presentation from BCMC Outpatient Therapy Department
The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly program Tuesday, Dec. 5 inside First Methodist Church. The group heard from Warren Junior Rotarian Jayden Ridgell to begin the program with Murphie Wilkinson scheduled to speak next week. Rotarian Rev. Dixon Platt then presented the program of Shelby Gibson and Hailey Gammel from the Bradley…
Ervin Rivera named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Ervin Rivera for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! Ervin was described as being a hard worker, a leader, and major contributor on offense and defense in the 2023 season. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
Season Coverage Starts December 11
Razorback trio garners Coaches’ All-SEC recognition
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – First-team All-SEC honorees Landon Jackson and Cam Little were joined by second-team member Max Fletcher on the 2023 Coaches’ All-SEC team. Junior Landon Jackson proved to be one of the nation’s most dominant pass rushers this season en route to claiming first-team praise on defense, tallying 44 total tackles, 13.5 tackles…
Dollar General Market of Warren teams up with Hermitage Baptist Church for toy drive benefiting St. Jude’s Children
WARREN, Ark. – In the spirit of giving and spreading holiday cheer, Dollar General Market of Warren has joined forces with Hermitage Baptist Church to host a festive toy drive aimed at bringing joy to children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The toy drive is currently underway and will continue until December 17, providing…
Portion of North Wright Street closed for repairs
WARREN, Ark. – In an official announcement made Tuesday by the City of Warren Street Foreman, Monty Hearnesberger, residents were informed that North Wright Street, spanning from Phillips Street to West Central Street, will be closed for an indefinite period due to street repairs. The exact timeline for the completion of the repairs was not…
Bradley County Historical Museum’s Annual Christmas Gala shines with festive tablescape elegance
WARREN, Ark. – The Activity Center of the First Baptist Church of Warren was the scene on Monday evening, November 13th of another successful Christmas Gala sponsored by the board members of the Bradley County Historical Museum. Some of the most talented Bradley County ladies decorated the 24 tables for the 2023 event. The attendees…
Grand opening celebration marks arrival of Dollar General Market in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – In a festive celebration marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Dollar General Market in Warren officially inaugurated its presence on Tuesday morning, December 5. Although the doors had been open to the public for a few weeks, the grand-opening event brought together local government officials, representatives from local banks, and various community…
Arkansas featured in cinematic culinary adventure
Arkansas chefs and restaurants will be in the national spotlight during a new cinematic experience that aims to help people discover culinary artisans of the South on Dec. 7 in New York. “A Southern Night at the Cinema” features bite-sized stories that offer unique insights into the world of Southern chefs. The stories invite filmgoers…
Arkansas Government Transparency Act submitted to Attorney General for approval
The following is a news release being distributed through the Arkansas Press Association Paid News Distribution Service. December 4, 2023 (Little Rock, Ark.) – Today, Arkansas Citizens for Transparency submitted an initiated measure amending the Arkansas code to create the “Arkansas Government Transparency Actâ€; and to modernize, clarify and update the Freedom of Information Act…
Mateos tabbed to lead Hogs’ O-Line
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas Head Coach Sam Pittman has selected Eric Mateos to lead the Razorbacks’ offensive line. Mateos heads back to Fayetteville after most recently having served as the offensive line coach at Baylor for the previous three seasons. Mateos served as Pittman’s graduate assistant for the Hogs from 2013-15 while Pittman was the…
Strong second half gives Arkansas 97-83 victory over Furman
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Khalif Battle reached the 1,000-point mark for his career on his first shot attempt – a 3-pointer at 16:07 of the first half, and finished with a season-high 25 points to lead Arkansas to a 97-83 victory over Furman Monday night at Bud Walton Arena. Chandler Lawson and Davonte Davis also played…
Entergy Arkansas shares decorative lighting reminders for the holidays
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Decorating your home with festive lights is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a pro or a novice when it comes to putting up decorations, it’s important to understand the risks of hanging lights. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas lights alarmingly cause 40% of…
New business in New Edinburg prepares for grand opening
Excitement is building in New Edinburg as a new shop, My Homespun Cottage, prepares to open its doors at 6140 Hwy 8, offering a unique shopping experience for locals and visitors alike. My Homespun Cottage, owned by Barbie Trammell and her family, will feature antiques, home decor, gifts, jewelry, and boutique clothing, shoes, and purses.…
A-State set to play in 2023 Camellia Bowl, Making first bowl appearance since 2019
JONESBORO, Ark. (12/3/23) – The Arkansas State Athletics Department announced Sunday that the Red Wolves have accepted an official invitation to play in the 2023 Camellia Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 23, at 11:00 a.m. (CT). By Jerry Scott Arkansas State University Making its first bowl-game appearance since 2019, the Red Wolves will face Mid-American Conference…
Hoops Today, Headlines Tomorrow
Our top-notch Warren Lumberjack Men’s and Women’s Basketball coverage starts December 11 as the Women’s team travels to Smackover for their season opener. As always, keep up with the orange and black on the court the following morning of every single game throughout the season on salineriverchronicle.com. The best part…everything is FREE!