Southeast Arkansas Intermodal Facilities Authority Board gets report on potential businesses

WARREN, Ark. – The Southeast Arkansas Intermodal Facilities Authority Board convened at the BCEDC Building in Warren, Arkansas, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, to discuss significant economic development prospects for the region. During the meeting, Board member Nita McDaniel of Monticello presented a promising investment opportunity and discussed the potential growth of the Intermodal site.…

South Arkansas Community College summer honor lists released

EL DORADO—South Arkansas Community College has released its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the summer 2023 terms. To be eligible for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the summer terms, and be classified as full-time. The students are: From Banks, Alicia Childs. From Camden,…

Suicide Prevention Awareness – Our work is not yet done. Let’s promote hope and connectedness

September marks Suicide Prevention Month. Recent national polls indicate that 94% of adults believesuicide can be prevented. Unfortunately, we continue to see dramatic increases in the number of youthwho need care. The latest stats are sobering: Suicide is preventable. We are listening. As a behavioral healthcare provider right here in Central Arkansas, our teams at…

Warren Motor Supply celebrates 50 years of service to Warren and surrounding communities

WARREN, Ark. – Today marks a momentous occasion for Warren Motor Supply, a cherished establishment that has been serving the community for half a century. Established in 1973 by the late Booty Lassiter, this beloved local business has been a steadfast source of automotive parts and unparalleled service for Warren, Bradley County, and the surrounding…

East Cedar Street in Warren to close for culvert repair

East Cedar Street, between Gannaway and Pecan Street in Warren will be closed starting at 8 a.m. on September 21, 2023, for culvert repair. The closure is necessary for essential infrastructure maintenance and the safety of the community. Local traffic will be rerouted, and residents are encouraged to follow posted detour signs. The city appreciates…

From Stable to Stellar: UAM Horse Barn’s improvements

MONTICELLO, Arkansas — Brianna Williams is a first-year student majoring in Ag Business at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM).  She plans to compete in goat tie, barrel racing, and break-away roping.   She is excited about the fall rodeo schedule and even more excited about the improved horse barn on campus where she’ll…

BCMC Auxiliary Member Linda Warrick sings to patients at Chapel Woods

BCMC Auxiliary member Linda Warrick goes to Chapel Woods Health and Rehabilitation every Wednesday and sings for the patients there. Peggy Saunders plays the piano for Linda as she uses her talents to entertain the patients. The BCMC Auxiliary would like to recognize and say thank you to Linda for taking the time to go…

District Fair home economics entries accepted Wednesday, September 27

PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Thanks to Pine Bluff Advertising and Promotion, Planters Cotton Oil Mill, Walmart, and Farm Bureau, the 84th annual Southeast Arkansas District Fair will accept Home Economics and Horticulture Individual Educational exhibits on Wednesday, Sept. 27, from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., at Hestand Stadium Fairgrounds located at 420 North Blake Street…

Local banks rally behind Warren High School Tennis Team with generous gift

WARREN, Ark. – In a show of community spirit and support, three local banks in Warren, Union Bank and Trust, First State Bank, and Warren Bank, came together to present the Warren High School Tennis Team with a brand new Lobster tennis ball machine. This generous gift, with a total cost exceeding $1,100, promises to…