Picture Special: WHS Band’s Friday night, November 17th halftime performance

The Warren High School Lumberjack Marching Band has done an incredibly job all year during their halftime performances. Last Friday night during halftime of the Warren vs. Bauxite game, the WHS Band once again provided wonderful entertainment to the crowd in attendance. Saline River Chronicle was there and captured a few photos. CLICK HERE TO…

Energy consultant says Bradley County could save $2.6 million over 35 years

Full Bradley County Quorum Court Report WARREN, Ark. – A lengthy discussion was held Monday at the Bradley County Quorum Court meeting about the possibility of powering all county offices through solar energy but no immediate action was taken. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor A presentation was made by Jay Holstead and Walter…

Governor appoints Don Schwebel to fill Bradley County Quorum Court JP seat

The following is a press release from the Arkansas Governor’s Office: LITTLE ROCK – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the followingappointments: Bradley County Quorum Court, Justice of the Peace District 2 Don Schwebel, Warren, to the Bradley County Quorum Court, Justice of the Peace District 2. Term expires December 31, 2024. Replaces Eddie Wayne Parnell.…

Local bootlegger on Shelby Street in Warren busted

In an operation this past weekend, the Warren Police Department made a significant bust targeting a local bootlegger residing on East Shelby Street. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Uriel Fajardo-Luna of 317 East Shelby Street, was apprehended over the weekend, leading to the confiscation of a room filled with assorted alcoholic beverages. The entire confiscated…

Mainline Health Systems Inc. receives $207, 824.00 from the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation to improve oral health in Lake Village, Dermott, Warren, and Drew Central School Districts

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) recently received $207, 823.00 from the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation to purchase and update equipment, and to allow a dentist to visit already existing school-based dental sites at Lake Village, Dermott, and Warren schools. It will also establish a full-service dental clinic at Drew Central School…

State celebrates Turkey Week ahead of holiday

Governor pardons two turkeys LITTLE ROCK – At Thanksgiving, it’s all about the turkey — but at least two lucky birds have been spared from being the centerpiece of a Thanksgiving feast.  Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders pardoned “Hank” and “Davie” during a Turkey Week Celebration on Friday at the Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock. The…

Tickets available exclusively online for Warren’s quarterfinal game vs. Ozark

WARREN, Ark. – A huge ballgame is set for this Friday in Warren as the Warren Lumberjacks gear up for a crucial third-round State Playoff showdown against the formidable Ozark Hillbillies. Jack fans are encouraged to secure their seats early for what promises to be an intense battle at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium on Friday,…

UAM Agriculture program continues to grow, awarding four scholarships

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Several agriculture students at the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s (UAM) Agriculture program were recently awarded scholarships made possible from contributions of its agriculture alumni.   Dr. Rocky Lindsey, Associate Professor of Animal Science and Agriculture Program Coordinator, expressed appreciation for the scholarships. “The financial reward the scholarship recipients receive eases their…

Pastime: Thanksgiving memories built around the same dish, prepared differently

Thursday is Thanksgiving. At least that’s what the calendar tells me. More of this predication to being thankful  later. Right now it is all about the main dish of that yearly holiday meal and I’m not writing about turkey. I am having a pastime about two strong women and how differently they prepared what my…

Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard for November 17, 2023

CLASS 7A Fayetteville 30, FS Southside 24Conway 63, Bentonville West 38Bryant 56, Rogers 32Bentonville 42, Cabot 14 CLASS 6A Benton 62, Greenbrier 21LR Christian 52, Van Buren 28Greenwood 56, Mountain Home 14Pulaski Academy 27, Marion 26 CLASS 5A LR Parkview 35, Mills 6Camden Fairview 47, Southside 28Shiloh Christian 42, Valley View 30Pine Bluff 41, HS…

New bridge to be built at the Warren City Park thanks to AHF Products’ generous donation

In a positive development for one of the community’s local landmarks, the Warren City Park is set to receive a new bridge over the town branch, thanks to a substantial donation from local manufacturing company AHF Products. The Warren City Council approved the installation of the new bridge during their monthly meeting on Monday evening,…

Bradley County Sheriff donates retired vehicle to SEACBEC’s Criminal Justice Program

WARREN, Ark. – In a generous display of community support, Bradley County Sheriff Herschel Tillman, along with his dedicated deputies, made a special visit to the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center (SEACBEC) Wednesday. The occasion marked a significant development for the center’s Criminal Justice program as they received a retired vehicle generously donated by…