WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened at the Warren Municipal Building on Monday evening, September 11, 2023, with all six members in attendance: Joel Tolefree, Angela Marshall, Emily Moseley, Dorothy Henderson, Memory Burks Frazer, and Latanza Atkins. Mayor Gregg Reep presided over the meeting, which began with an invocation delivered by Reverend Jamie…
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Arkansas hunting injuries hit 13-year low
LITTLE ROCK — According to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s recently released “2023 Hunting Incident Report,†Arkansas hunters last year reported the fewest number of hunting accidents requiring medical attention since 2010. Sixteen incidents were recorded, including two resulting in fatalities. “With nearly 307,000 licensed hunters in the woods last year, that’s one serious…
Warren arrest report for September 5-8, 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. Please note that next week’s Arrest Report publication may late due to Saline River Chronicle staff schedules. We will post it as soon as possible.
Cecil V. Thompson, 1932-2023
Cecil V. Thompson age 90, of Farmville, AR died Monday, September 11, 2023 at his home. He was born November 16, 1932 in Cleveland County AR, a son of the late Lester F. Thompson and Gladys Morgan Thompson. He was a retired welder from Potlatch, best known as “The Best Welder” by his coworkers. He…
Warren High School Alum Jordan Jones passes the bar exam
Jordan Jones, a proud alumna of Warren High School, has reached an impressive milestone in her legal career by passing the bar exam. The daughter of Jay Jones and Jennifer Jones, Jordan has exemplified determination and dedication throughout her academic journey. Jordan’s educational path began when she graduated from Warren High School in 2016. She…
Warren Country Club claims 2023 Ryder Cup title
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Country Club emerged victorious in the 2023 Ryder Cup, securing their second consecutive win in the annual competition against Monticello Country Club. The Ryder Cup, traditionally contested between these two clubs, unfolded over two days at both the Warren Club and the Monticello Club. The team from Warren Country Club,…
Exciting week ahead with Lumberjack Golf, Tennis, and Football set to compete
Warren Athletics is gearing up for an action-packed week as the Warren Lumberjacks across multiple sports prepare to showcase their skills in a series of events. From golf to tennis and football, the community has plenty to look forward to. Warren Lumberjack Golf Tournament The week kicks off on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, as the…
Remembering September 11, 2001: Honoring the lives lost
In the tranquil corners of South Arkansas, the passage of time carries the weight of memory. On this 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, our hearts are heavy as we remember the day that forever altered our nation. It’s a day when innocence was lost, and a nation came together to heal. As…
Nana’s Cafe quickly becoming a local favorite
Editor’s note: The pandemic especially hit the restaurant business hard, as many places had to close or place extra restrictions on their customers. Local eateries are beginning to show a resurgence and Saline River Chronicle wishes to salute them with this series of stories. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor Jane Franco is the…
Arts & Science Center of Pine Bluff sets auditions for ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) is looking for children and adult performers to kick off the 2024 theater season with a transcendently powerful adaptation of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” In-person auditions for the impassioned drama are set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19 and Thursday, Sept.…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard for September 8, 2023
LAST UPDATE: 10:24 p.m., September 8, 2023(We’ll post updated scores Saturday evening.) CLASS 7A LR Parkview 28, Bryant 27 Conway 49, Springdale 0 Fayetteville 56, FS Northside 0 LR Southwest 48, Heritage 6 Rogers 38, Farmington 3 Bentonville West 63, LR Central 0 FS Southside 35, Wynne 7 DeSoto Central 22, Jonesboro 7 3rd CLASS 6A…
Victoria O’Neill to be crowned 2023 WHS Homecoming Queen in October; Full court named
WARREN, Ark. – As the fall season approaches and the excitement in the air builds around high school football on Friday nights, Warren High School has officially announced the highly-anticipated WHS 2023 Homecoming Court. This year’s court includes nine outstanding young ladies. Friday, September 8, 2023, the school’s administration proudly introduced the members of the…
Bradley County Fair’s Annual Livestock Sale raises $30k for local youth
The annual Junior Livestock Sale at the Bradley County Fair brought in approximately $30,000 including bid prices and add-on donations. The animal “purchases†are used to reimburse the youth for their costs in raising the animals. Add-on donations can then be made by individuals or companies in addition to the bid prices. By Tim Kessler…
Lumberjack Tennis takes five matches vs. Magnolia on the road Thursday
MAGNOLIA, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack Tennis Team journeyed to Southern Arkansas University on Thursday, September 7, 2023, and faced off against the formidable Magnolia High tennis squad. It was a day of intense competition and remarkable performances. The Jacks secured victories in a number of various matches. Here are some of the standout performances…
Bradley County Fair continues Saturday
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Fair is in full swing at the Fair Grounds, offering a delightful weekend of festivities, exhibitions, and entertainment for families and friends to enjoy. With the annual Livestock Sale on Friday, September 8, the fair continues into Saturday. The fairground is buzzing with excitement as exhibitor booths showcase a…
Governor Sanders calls a special session of the Arkansas Legislature
The following is a press release from Governor Sanders’s Office: WHEREAS:   An extraordinary occasion has arisen making it necessary to convene the 94th General Assembly into extraordinary session; WHEREAS: With the state’s financial stability, increased economic growth, healthy reserve accounts, and conservative spending policies, additional tax reductions can be enacted to provide further tax relief…
Arkansas House of Representatives to convene in special session
The 94th General Assembly will convene for a special session on Monday, September 11 at 11 a.m. In the call for the session, the Governor outlines several proposals to be introduced including tax cuts, amending the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, and legislation addressing vaccine mandates. The tax cut proposal to be introduced would reduce…
Arkansas Press Association issues statement in response to FOIA legislation filed for next week’s special session
The following is a press release from the Arkansas Press Association, of which Saline River Chronicle is a member: The Arkansas Press Association agrees that the security of our elected officials, their spouses and their children should be taken seriously and, where appropriate, sensitive information as it pertains to security should be protected. If that was…
Susan Adams Hall, 1960-2023
Susan Adams Hall age 62 of Rayville, LA formerly of Banks, AR died Wednesday, September 6th 2023 in Shreveport, LA. She was born Thursday, October 13, 1960 in Banks, AR a daughter of the late Barney Adams and Bernice Gates Adams. Susan was a senior quality auditor for JP Morgan Chase with 25 years of service,…
Lumberjack Golf Team secures 3rd place finish in back-to-back tournaments
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack Golf Team took a 3rd place finish in two consecutive tournaments this week. On Tuesday, September 5, 2023, the team participated in the competition at the Magnolia Country Club, followed by another strong showing at Magellan in Hot Springs Village on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Top photo: From left…