Here is a tasty Pastime back where there was no gas station pizza, no convenience store pizza, no take home ready to bake pizza. And the nearest pizza parlor would be at least four years in the future in that county seat just to the east of the Saline River, east of Warren. It was…
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T.C. Ashcraft, 1937-2023
T.C. Ashcraft, age 86, of Warren, Arkansas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, September 3, 2023. He was born on February 5, 1937, in Rye, AR; son of the late Garner “Mann” Ashcraft and Alice Wooldridge Ashcraft. T.C. is survived by his loving wife of sixty-three years, Marilyn Smith Ashcraft, whom…
From farm to film
Labor Day is more than just a day off work. It’s a day to celebrate the invaluable contributions of workers in our communities. In Arkansas, we have a good reason to celebrate. The most recent report from the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services (ADWS) shows unemployment in our state at 2.6 percent. The jobless rate nationwide stands…
Jacks win back-and-forth thriller over White Hall
WHITE HALL, Ark. – Lumberjack fans witnessed an electrifying showdown on Friday night, as the Warren Lumberjacks clashed with the White Hall Bulldogs in what turned out to be a heart-stopping thriller, with the orange and black sealing a 34-27 victory in the final minute of play. This non-conference bout marked the second game of…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard for September 1, 2023
CLASS 7A Bryant 45, Christian Bro. (Mo.) 31Conway 42, Bentonville 39Cabot 21, Bentonville West 18Greenwood 49, FS Northside 0Fayetteville 58, North LR 20Lake Hamilton 27, Jonesboro 20Rogers 35, Bishop Kelley, Okla. 7FS Southside 55, Van Buren 28Bixby, Okla. 75, Har-Ber 18Springdale 42, Farmington 38Pine Bluff 45, LR Central 13 CLASS 6A Pulaski Academy 45, Madison-Ridegeland…
Watch Warren at White Hall live Friday night at 7PM CST
The Warren Lumberjacks travel to take on non-conference opponent White Hall at 7:00 p.m. Friday, September 1, 2023. To watch the game live, see the video player below. Please note that this is a school broadcast that is not affiliated with Saline River Chronicle. We are posting the video player on our site to make…
Mayor Gregg Reep makes proclamation for Community Health Workers Week
On Thursday, August 31, 2023, Mayor Gregg Reep of Warren, declared the week of August 28th to September 1st, 2023, as Community Health Workers Week, highlighting the vital contributions of individuals in this field. In the ceremony held in the Warren Municipal Building, Mayor Reep was joined by Cheyenne Fowler, a dedicated Community Health Worker…
County 4-H clubs reorganizing
The Bradley County 4-H clubs are reorganizing and seeking new members. The purpose of these clubs is to give youth an opportunity to participate in the youth development educational program of the University of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. Youth in 4-H clubs will learn life skills, enhance leadership skills, and increase self-esteem while serving…
Ava Denton’s singles win earns her SRC Player of the Day honors in Warren Tennis’s match day at Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. – In a recent tennis matchup on Thursday, August 31, 2023, the Warren Lumberjack Tennis team squared off against the Monticello Billies, with Coach Micah Richey providing his insights on the performance. Coach Richey acknowledged that they faced a formidable opponent in Monticello, stating, “We played a very good Monticello Tennis team tonight.”…
Randall’s Antiques and More moves locations on Main Street; Booth owners and friends honor Randall Raney Thursday
WARREN, Ark. – Randall Raney, longtime Warren Main Street businessman, was honored Thursday as he enters a new chapter in his business life. He is moving Randall’s Antiques and More from 209 Main St. to 233 S. Main St. At the former location, Gena Wilkerson will operate Wilkerson’s Trends and Treasures as of Friday, September…
Warren High School EAST is seeking guest speakers, clients and community partners
EAST is education accelerated by service and technology. We inspire change. We transform communities by empowering students with technology, by encouraging critical thinking and creative problem-solving, and by engaging them in positive, real-world experiences. We advocate lifelong learning and community service. Through EAST, participants become positive agents of change to improve the world around them.…
Watch Coach Hembree’s interview ahead of Warren’s trip to White Hall Friday-Brought to you by Johnny’s Radiator Shop
2023 Arkansas duck stamp unveiled
LITTLE ROCK — The 2023 Arkansas duck stamp was unveiled Aug. 26 during the 32nd annual Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet. The unveiling was witnessed by a record-breaking crowd of 1,800 gathered at the Little Rock Convention Center. Arkansas artist Justin Madding of Danville created the artwork for the stamp entitled “Pintails Over Penn…
Become an Outdoors-Woman this Fall with the AGFC
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host a special Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend getaway, Oct. 6-8 at the C.A. Vines 4 H Center in Little Rock with workshops throughout each day to help ladies learn how to hunt, fish and be a larger part of conservation in Arkansas. By Randy Zellers…
Lori Ann McDougald, 1970-2023
Lori Ann McDougald age 53 of Jonesboro, LA died Tuesday, August 29th, 2023 in ST Frances Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria, LA. She was born February 23, 1970 in Wichita Falls, TX, a daughter of the late Jerry Lynn Allen and Glenda Sue Mendez Allen. Lori was a graduate of the Iowa Park school district, a graduate…
Onward Lodge #149 announced Family Day event at the Warren City Park
Warren City Council unanimously agrees on cleanup plan for West Pine Street property
WARREN, Ark. – In a special called meeting on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, the Warren City Council convened to address a pressing matter related to a property located at 1720 West Pine Street in Warren. The meeting, held at the Warren Municipal Building at 5:00 pm, saw the participation of several aldermen and was presided…
Lumberjack Tennis plays host to Camden Tuesday, Presley Reep earns Player of the Day honors
WARREN, Ark. – In a showdown on the court Tuesday, August 30, 2023, the Warren Lumberjacks faced off against Camden at the Warren School District Campus Tennis Courts. In the boys’ singles matches, Braylen Watson demonstrated his skill by securing a convincing 6-0 victory. Following suit, Caper Groves mirrored Watson’s success with another commanding 6-0…
Corn basis following Mississippi River levels downward
LITTLE ROCK — Corn basis is sinking along with the levels of the Mississippi River as drought grips the upper reaches of the river and many of its tributaries. At Memphis, Tennessee, on Wednesday, the river was at minus 4.1 feet and was expected to drop to minus 5 feet by Sept. 10. The 8-14-day outlook from…
Leah Wolfe wins top honors at Bradley County Fair pageants; plus full results
A variety of pageants were held Saturday at the Hermitage Community Center to open the Bradley County Fair. Following are the winners in each pageant:
District 96 Rep. Sonia Barker and SEACBEC Director Devin McDiarmid share exciting updates with Bradley County Economic Development Corp
District 96 state Rep. Sonia Barker and SEACBEC Director Devin McDiarmid gave updates to Bradley County Economic Development Corp. board members Monday night. Barker grew up in El Dorado but has lived in Smackover for the past 26 years. She is serving her fourth term in the General Assembly, with a new term starting this…