The following is a message from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: Thanks to the 2024 donors for your support of the 68th Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. This time honored event would not happen each year without the generous contributions from area businesses, organizations and individuals. Thank you for making the annual Pink…
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Hermit Carter Wilkerson Sets Record with 5.7 Blocks Per Game On The Court This Season, Now Second All-Time in Arkansas History
HERMITAGE, Ark. – An exciting announcement was made Monday by the Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) regarding updates to the Official AAA Record Book following the 2023-2024 Arkansas high school sports season. Among the numerous updates, one achievement stands out, bringing pride to the Hermitage community. Hermitage High School’s standout basketball player, Carter Wilkerson, now sits…
Hermitage School District Announces Sign-In Days and Open House for 2024-2025 School Year
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage School District has announced the sign-in days and open house schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. Parents are encouraged to attend one of the designated sign-in dates to complete the necessary forms for their children, and to participate in the open house event to kick off the new school year.…
Fordyce BBQ Fundraiser to Benefit Victims of Mass Shooting
Holcomb Family to Perform in Concert at Wilmar Baptist Church
WILMAR, Ark. – Mark your calendars for an evening of inspirational music as the Holcomb Family brings their heartfelt melodies to Wilmar Baptist Church. The concert is set to take place on Sunday, June 30th, at 5:00 p.m. at the church, located at 2579 Hwy 278 West, Wilmar, Arkansas. The event is open to the…
Rescue Riders Host Summer Kit Giveaway for Kids
WARREN, Ark. – This Saturday, June 29, the Rescue Riders will be hosting a special Summer Kit for Kids event at the Warren Branch Library. From 11 a.m. until supplies run out, families are invited to bring their children to enjoy a fun and practical giveaway designed to help them enjoy the summer safely and…
Jane Harris Named BCMC June Employee of the Month
Congratulations to Jane Harris for winning the BCMC June Employee of the Month Award. Jane’s nomination said she is one of the many reasons why Bradley County Medical Center is an awesome place to work. She is a fierce advocate for BCMC and the employees of BCMC. She goes above and beyond to take care…
Warren Elementary Open House Set For August 8th
Lady Jack Basketball Names New Assistant Coach
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jack Basketball program made an exciting announcement on Tuesday morning with the introduction of Lauren Bainter as their new Assistant Girls Basketball Coach. This addition marks a significant step forward for Head Coach Mary Beth Grant’s coaching staff as they gear up for the upcoming season. An alumni of…
Banks Volunteer Fire Department Responds to ATV Fire on Highway 275
BANKS, Ark. – The Banks Volunteer Fire Department swiftly responded to an ATV fire that had spread into nearby woods on Monday evening, June 24. The incident took place at 333 Highway 275, prompting an emergency call at approximately 8:45 PM. Upon arrival, firefighters found the ATV completely engulfed in flames, with the fire extending…
Warren High School Announces 2024-2025 Orientation Schedule
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School is gearing up for the upcoming academic year with the announcement of its 2024-2025 orientation schedule. The event will be held at the Lumberjack Arena on August 1st, welcoming students back to campus and helping them prepare for the new school year. Orientation for 11th and 12th-grade students will…
Re-New-ing Edinburg Discusses 2025 All School Reunion And July Game Night
The following are the complete minutes from the June 2024 Re-New-ing Edinburg Meeting: Roger McClellan, President, welcomed those in attendance and called the meeting to order. The minutes of the May meeting were previously emailed to members, but also passed out to those in attendance. Motion was made by Melody Spears, seconded by Linda Hornaday,…
Warren Elementary School Supply List for 2024-2025
Three tips for staying hydrated this summer
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 20, 2024) – Staying hydrated is essential to maintaining health, especially during summer months. Aside from preventing dehydration, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that water helps your body maintain normal temperature, facilitate joint movement and protection, protect sensitive tissues like your spinal cord and remove waste through sweat,…
Symetha M. Hampton Jackson, 1966-2024
Symetha M. Hampton Jackson, 57, of North Little Rock, died June 15, 2024. Born August 4, 1966, to the late Carl and Mittie Hampton. She united with Greater Hampton Chapel AME Church in Johnsville, AR. at a very young age. She attended faithfully until graduating from Hermitage High School and moving to Little Rock, where…
Warren’s Antonio Jordan Commits to Arkansas Razorbacks
WARREN, Ark. – Antonio(AJ) Jordan, one of Warren High School’s star wide receivers, has committed to the Arkansas Razorbacks for the Class of 2025. Jordan, entering his senior year at WHS, has been a standout player for the Lumberjacks and will join the Razorbacks following graduation in 2025, according to reporting by Pig Trail Nation’s…
ASP Issues Update On Fordyce Shooting
Press release from the Arkansas State Police: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — On Sunday, June 23, 2024, Arkansas State Police (ASP) Colonel Mike Hagar briefed the media on the latest developments related to a Fordyce grocery store shooting that occurred Friday, June 21, 2024. An additional victim from the shooting was identified late Saturday, bringing the…
Arkansas State Police Names Fordyce Shooting Suspect as 44-Year-Old New Edinburg Man
The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: FORDYCE, Ark. — Arkansas State Police (ASP) has named the suspected shooter in today’s Fordyce grocery store shooting as Travis Eugene Posey, 44, of New Edinburg. Posey will be charged with three counts of Capital Murder. Additional charges are pending. He was treated for…
Three Dead After Mass Shooting At Fordyce Grocery Store
FORDYCE, Ark. – According to Mike Hagar of the Arkansas State Police, in a press conference held Friday afternoon following the mass shooting at the Fordyce, Arkansas, Mad Butcher grocery store, the situation is secure and no active threat remains. He said calls came in to authorities at 11:38 a.m. about an active shooter situation…
Mass Shooting At Fordyce Grocery Store; Suspect In Custody; Warren Offers To Send Help
FORDYCE, Ark. – A mass shooting at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce has left all of the South Arkansas community in shock. Multiple news outlets across the state reported the incident occurred around noon. 4:04 PM UPDATE: According to the Arkansas State Police in a press conference held Friday afternoon following the shooting,…
Arkansas’ most celebrated fruit the star at All Tomato Luncheon
The following is a press release from the U of A System Division of Agriculture: WARREN, Ark. — People are sometimes willing to pay a little more for quality, and that was certainly true at the 68thannual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival, where a 20-pound box of the celebrated fruit sold for $2,050 — as…