Congratulations to Neon’dre Thomas for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week. In the win over Crossett, he had 10 receptions for 183 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also had 4 tackles and 3 pass breakups. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
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Warren Municipal Building to be closed October 9 for Columbus Day; Council to meet October 10
The City of Warren announced Thursday that the Municipal Building will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2023, in observance of Columbus Day. Columbus Day, celebrated on the second Monday of October each year, commemorates Christopher Columbus’s historic arrival in the Americas in 1492. As a federal holiday, it leads to the closure of government…
ADH reports Saline County resident acquired malaria in Arkansas
The following is a press release from the Arkansas Department of Health. LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) has identified a case of locally acquired malaria in an Arkansas resident. The person resides in Saline County and has not traveled out of the country. This is the only known locally acquired case…
Free CWD tests for hunter-harvested deer may land lifetime hunting and fishing license
LITTLE ROCK — With cooler weather on the horizon and archery deer season underway, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wants to remind all hunters to help monitor chronic wasting disease in the state by using one of the AGFC’s free CWD testing locations. All resident hunters who submit a sample for testing also will…
A high-profile benefit partnership and refreshed plans for 2024
The following is a press release from the Arkansas Press Association Paid News Distribution Service. LITTLE ROCK – When the 2024 Medicare Annual Enrollment Period begins October 15, Arkansas Blue Medicare will debut a new benefit partnership and a variety of plan options for Medicare beneficiaries. Arkansas Blue Medicare has partnered with Walmart to offer…
Anthony Marvin Braswell, 1943-2023
Anthony Marvin Braswell, age 80 of White Hall, AR passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at his home. He was born on June 1, 1943 in Hermitage, AR to the late Marvin H. Braswell and Roxie Mae Braswell (Forrest). Other than his parents he is preceded in death by son, Michael Braswell; brothers, Troy Braswell and…
Pesticide applicator training set for October 17
The following is a submitted article from the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service. The Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service will be conducting a Private Applicator Training for agricultural producers on Tuesday, October 17th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Bradley County Extension Office, located at 201 N. Bragg Street in Warren. Agricultural producers must be certified…
Meet the 2023 Warren High School Homecoming Court
The following article was submitted by Warren High School. Senior Victoria O’Neill was elected the 2023 Warren High School Homecoming Queen by her student body, grades 10th through 12th. Queen Victoria is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ricky and Anne O’Neill. She will be crowned during the Homecoming Coronation on Friday, Oct. 6th, at…
Braden Jones wins 2023 Prism Award
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – Braden Jones, a graduate alumnus of Warren High School and a current student at Arkansas Tech University, has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Prism Award by the Arkansas chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The 2023 Prism Award recognizes excellence in public relations and celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional…
Warren Lumberjacks finish successful season at 4A State Golf Tournament
JONESBORO, Ark. – In a highly competitive showdown at the Sage Meadows Course in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the Warren Lumberjacks earned a very respectable 4th place finish out of a field of 12 talented teams at the 4A State Golf tournament held on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. With the picturesque backdrop of the Sage Meadows Course,…
Mainline Health Systems Inc. receives $1,500 grant from Arkansas Community Foundation
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) recently received a $1,500 grant from the Giving Tree program through Arkansas Community Foundation. Giving Tree is Arkansas Community Foundation’s signature grant program. Giving Tree endowments are pooled charitable funds at the local and state levels that make annual grants through two competitive grant cycles. These funds…
Watch the Johnny’s Radiator Shop Bo Show ahead of Warren’s homecoming game vs. Dumas
Community celebrates the restoration of Bradley County Courthouse Bell Tower
A large crowd was present on the courthouse lawn Tuesday morning as the renovated Bradley County Courthouse bell tower was dedicated. Among those present was Blake Dunn, architect with CADM Architectural of El Dorado; Heather Carter, grant analyst with Arkansas Historic Preservation Program; and Katherine Nash, AHPP technical services. Top photo: From left, Bradley County…
Several topics discussed during September BCMC Governing Board Meeting
WARREN, Ark. (10/3/23) – The Bradley County Medical Center Governing Board met Friday, Sept. 29 in the hospital’s conference room for its monthly meeting with higher volumes at the BCMC Rural Health Clinic, steady volumes for the hospital, action items for the DRCHSD Grant, and financial items among the many topics reviewed during the session.…
Rotary learns about the Delta Region Community Health Services Development grant received by BCMC
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday for its weeklymeeting inside the Fellowship Hall at First United Methodist Church. This was the first day for Junior Rotarians to come visit the club with Sarah Forrest and Ashlyn Crawford of Warren High School attending the meeting. Both young ladies visited with the club and shared their…
Arkansas 4-H clubs celebrate National 4-H Week
LITTLE ROCK — On Oct. 1, the green and white 4-H flag was raised at the U.S. Department of Agriculture headquarters in Washington, D.C., where it will fly through Oct. 7 to celebrate National 4-H Week. In Arkansas, 4-H members, volunteers, leaders and staff are highlighting the program’s impact on youth in all 75 of…
Warren’s Addison Langford crowned 2023 UAM Homecoming Queen
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) celebrated its annual homecoming festivities with great enthusiasm on Saturday, September 30, as twelve outstanding students were selected for the 2023 Homecoming Court. The announcement took place during a vibrant pre-game ceremony at Convoy Leslie-Cotton Boll Stadium, where UAM faced off against East Central University.…
Log-N-Stix Supply Company now open for business
The following is a submitted article from Warren Bank and Trust Company. WARREN, Ark. – Warren Bank and Trust Company congratulates Log-N-Stix Supply Company (formerly Robert’s Heavy Duty Parts) now open for business! Log-N-Stix plans to offer parts for heavy-duty hauling and the timber industry in Southeast Arkansas. They will be stocking parts for woods…
Reminder: Community flu vaccine clinic happening Tuesday
LITTLE ROCK – On Tuesday, October 3, the Bradley County Health Unit of the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will offer flu vaccinations at no charge at 208 North Bragg Street from 830 am to 600 pm. People should bring their insurance cards with them to the flu vaccine clinic. If they do not have…
Warren arrest report for September 27-October 1, 2023
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty.
Eddie Wayne Parnell, Sr., 1942-2023
Eddie Wayne Parnell, Sr., age 81 passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at The Springs of El Dorado in El Dorado, AR. He was born on July 3, 1942 in Bradley County, AR to the late Eli Edward Parnell and Eltekeh Grider Parnell. Eddie was a member of Crossroads Missionary Baptist Church. He was…