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Low water brings boating hazards near the surface
LITTLE ROCK — A hot, dry summer has left Arkansas lakes and rivers lower than usual for the arrival of fall, and the weather has brought water hazards closer to the surface. Recreational boaters and anglers need to be extra vigilant these days. Jeremy Risley, the AGFC’s Black Bass Program coordinator, was working on Beaver…
AGFC’s Luker earns national recognition for quail conservation
MONTICELLO — The National Bobwhite and Grassland Initiative recently awarded Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Biologist David Luker the 2023 Arkansas Firebird Award. The award is presented annually to a biologist in each nominating state who goes above and beyond to improve habitat for northern bobwhites and other grassland species through the use of prescribed…
AJ Jordan named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to AJ Jordan for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week. In the win over McGehee, he had 5 catches for 89 yards and 2 touchdowns. He also had 7 tackles and 4 pass breakups. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
Watch the Johnny’s Radiator Shop Bo Show ahead of Warren’s game at Crossett
New regulations for County’s Cedar Street property across from the Courthouse
New rules have been adopted for the Cedar Street properties recently acquired by Bradley County. A committee was established to formulate the usage rules. Bradley County Quorum Court adopted an ordinance at its Sept. 18 meeting to put the rules into effect immediately by including an emergency clause. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor…
BCEDC Board hears report on several upcoming projects in the area
Several pending projects were discussed during Monday’s Bradley County Economic Development Corp. meeting. Present were Chairman Dr. Bob Smalling and members Carlton Davis, Stacey Gorman, Hugh Allen Quimby, Jon Stone and John Lipton. Also present were Warren Mayor Gregg Reep, Hermitage Mayor Matthew Cathey and Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney. Carlton Davis gave the financial…
Stay away from church?
Sooner or later we all face the same temptation. The same problems of human life reoccur in every generation. Psalms 73 records the experiences of a good man, who in an evil hour was rarely tempted to call it quits. He felt heaven terribly mistreated the person who was trying to do the right thing.…
Leodis Martin, 1957-2023
Leodis Martin, 66, of Warren, passed away September 14, 2023. Born August 31, 1957, to Virgil Sr. and Lorene Martin. He is survived by his siblings, Annie Wimberly, Patricia Clary, Virgil Martin Jr.; a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation was held September 23 at Hammons Funeral Home.
Acts 1:8 Missions Experience coming to Warren, Hermitage, and multiple South Arkansas communities October 7
WARREN, Ark. – The spirit of community, service, and faith is set to shine brightly on October 7th, 2023, as the Arkansas Baptist State Convention hosts the Acts 1:8 Missions Experience across various locations in Southeast Arkansas. This day promises a remarkable one-day mission trip, uniting approximately 1200 Arkansas Baptists to serve their communities in…
WHS Band triumphs at Cabot Marching Contest
The Warren High School (WHS) Marching Band showcased their exceptional talent and dedication once again at the Cabot Marching Contest held on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The WHS Marching Band wowed the audience and judges alike, earning a coveted 1st division rating in the colorguard category. This achievement highlights the precision, coordination, and skill that…
Former Lumberjack Keemontrae McKnight shines in OBU weekend win
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Ouachita Baptist University Tigers roared to a 45-25 victory on Saturday, September 23, in a thrilling matchup against the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). One of the standout performers of the night was none other than former Lumberjack and current OBU wide receiver, Keemontrae McKnight. McKnight, who once donned the…
Mainline Health Systems Inc. is nationally recognized for efforts to reduce the number of patients with uncontrolled blood pressure
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) has been recognized by the American Heart Association and American Medical Association for its commitment to improving blood pressure (BP) control rates, earning GOLD PLUS status level recognition as part of the Target: BP™ initiative. The Gold Plus award recognizes practices that demonstrate a commitment to measurement accuracy…
Drew County Fair’s Trap Shooting Contest Crowns 9-12th Grade Winners
The Drew County Fair hosted its trap shooting contest on September 23, 2023, at the Drew County fairgrounds. Among the participants from grades 9 to 12, the winners were as follows: Alex Wardlaw secured the first place, Mason Wardlaw came in second, and William Leslie clinched the third-place position.
Log in to new AGFC app, website to check your deer this year
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas’s archery deer season opens Saturday, Sept. 23, and hunters are busy making those last-minute preparations for success. Double-check your license purchase and electronic game tags on the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s new mobile app or website before you hit the field so things run smoothly when you seal the deal…
Thomas Franklin “Frank” Martin, 1942-2023
Thomas Franklin “Frank” Martin, age 80, of New Edinburg, AR passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Belle View Estates in Monticello, AR. He was born on November 17, 1942 in New Edinburg, AR to the late Jack Martin and Lizzie Mae Parker Martin. Frank professed Jesus as his Savior and was a faithful…
Warren arrest report for September 18-23, 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.
Mini Jacks Cheer Camp scheduled for October 17-20
Undefeated Jacks thump McGehee 55-14
WARREN, Ark. – At home at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium in Warren for the second week in a row, the Warren Lumberjacks played host to the McGehee Owls Friday night, September 22, 2023. The Lumberjacks, entering the game undefeated with a perfect 3-0 record, were on a mission to maintain their unblemished status and move…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard for September 22, 2023
CLASS 7A Bryant 48, FS Northside 7 Conway 56, LR Southwest 0 Cabot 27, Jonesboro 14 North Little Rock 41, LR Central 6 Bentonville 73, Har-Ber Springdale 39 Fayetteville 56, Bentonville West 21 Rogers 44, FS Southside 38 Springdale 28, Heritage 20 CLASS 6A Benton 56, El Dorado 7 LR Catholic 45, Searcy 14 West Memphis…
Jacks win a number of exhibition matches on the tennis courts vs. Star City Thursday afternoon
The Warren High School Lumberjack Tennis Team took on a formidable Star City Bulldog team on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Warren’s tennis athletes delivered a series of standout performances during the intense competition, leaving their mark in both singles and doubles exhibition matches. In singles action, Anna Arroyo set the tone for her team with…