WARREN, Ark. – HopePlace hosted a heartwarming Teatime and Cupcakes event at the Immanuel Baptist Church this past Saturday, August 12, 2023. Attendees were treated to a delightful afternoon filled with a delectable spread of tea, coffee, cupcakes, and tea cakes. The highlight of the event was a captivating session led by the esteemed Mrs.…
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Coach Hembree talks the upcoming 2023 football season at Warren Rotary
The Rotary Club of Warren heard from Warren High School’s Head Football Coach Bo Hembree during its weekly meeting Tuesday. Coach Hembree was introduced by Rotarian Andrew Tolbert and spoke about the upcoming high school football season. Coach Hembree said he has 47 players, which is the most they have had in a while, and…
Bradley County Fair catalogs now available
It’s Fair time in Bradley County and the 2023 Bradley County Fair and Livestock Show catalogs and entry tags are ready. Catalogs are available at the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Office, located at 201 N. Bragg Street in Warren. Pre-registration for the Home Economics Division Exhibits is encouraged and may be done at the county…
Arkansas blackberry breeder will develop new tools to unlock consumer preference
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Despite leaps in Arkansas blackberry breeding over the past few decades, there is still room for advancement with the help of genomewide association mapping, consumer panels and a machine with a mouthful of a name — a gas chromatography-olfactometry-mass spectrometer. Margaret Worthington, associate professor of fruit breeding and genetics for the Arkansas…
Unexplained death and abandoned vehicle spark investigation in Warren
The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On 15 August 2023, at approximately 5:12a.m., The Warren Police Department responded to a call of a possible deceased male in a parking lot on the corner of Gannaway & Church Street. Upon arrival Officers found the body of a white male who was…
Ribbon-cutting ceremony marks grand opening of state-of-the-art Warren Elementary School
WARREN, Ark. – The culmination of two years of construction was unveiled Tuesday as the new Warren Elementary School was formally dedicated. School personnel, Warren School Board members, Mayor Gregg Reep, state Rep. Jeff Wardlaw and community members were present as a ribbon-cutting ceremony was sponsored by Bradley County Chamber of Commerce. By Tim Kessler…
Pet adoption event happening September 16
Warren Shelter Animal Rescue is hosting a pet adoption & fundraiser on September 16, 2023. This event will be located at 1115 CR-25N, Warren, Arkansas between 8am-5pm. Adoption fees will vary, there will be a dog food drop off box, and a donation jar available. Please join us and support the local animal rescue!
WSD unveils traffic and parking updates for 2023-24 school year: New map and guidelines
The following is a press release from the Warren School District: WSD would like to ask parents and community members to review the map above for traffic and parking updates for the 2023-24 school year. We hope the attached map helps everyone understand the flow of traffic for the new Warren Elementary, as well as…
Union Bank and Trust supports Warren School District with hearty lunch to kickstart professional development week
WARREN, Ark. – In a display of community support, Union Bank and Trust provided a delicious lunch to the Warren School District today to kickstart their professional development week. The staff and teachers were treated to a delectable meal consisting of pulled pork, homemade macaroni and cheese, and flavorful loaded mashed potatoes. As a sweet…
Fall Festival, Christmas event scheduling, and reminder about school ribbon cutting discussed at Monday’s Chamber meeting
Upcoming events were planned during Monday’s Bradley County Chamber of Commerce board meeting at Bradley County Economic Development Corp. Treasurer Jane Harris gave the financial report, showing total current assets at $18,644.72 and fixed assets at $47,751.99. She noted the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival had reimbursed the Chamber for $600 in insurance. Chairman Ron…
St. James AME Church presents Back to School Extravaganza for Warren’s students
WARREN, Ark. – The St. James AME Church Missionary Society is gearing up to host an exciting and generous event to kickstart the upcoming school year. Mark your calendars for August 18, 2023, at 6 PM, as the church grounds at 915 St. James Street will come alive with the vibrant spirit of the Back…
Jean Ann Stedman, 1934-2023
Jean Ann Stedman, 89 of Warren, passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at Chapel Woods Health and Rehab in Warren. She was born July 14, 1934 in Washington, DC to the late John M. Stillwell, Sr. and Mildred A. Danenhower Stillwell. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church in Warren, was a clerk for…
Warren arrest report for August 9-14, 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.
Leo Davis, 1947-2023
Leo Davis, 75, of Banks, passed away August 4, 2023. Born September 2, 1947, he was a son of the late Ben and Maggie Lue Davis. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Oakalone AME Church under the leadership of Pastor English. He married the love of his life Shirley…
Kenneth Kolen School Supply Giveaway happening August 19th
WARREN, Ark. – In a bid to ensure that local students are well-prepared for the upcoming school year, the Kenneth Kolen School Supply Giveaway is set to take place on Saturday, August 19th, starting at 9:00 AM. Hosted at the Church of Christ located at 1101 W Central St, Warren, AR, this event aims to…
Pastime: A Big Chief tablet and those No. 2 pencils
In this Pastime, I dare say there will be only a few, if any, Big Chief tablets, and Blue Horse Notebooks present on the opening day of school in Warren this year. They were all the rage back then as the last few humid days of August, turned into school days long ago. The Big…
Warehouse B’s new menu brings smash burger goodness and online ordering options for select items
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. This is the second article in this series. Their burgers have…
Three Lumberjack Sports Hall of Fame inductees receive their award plaques
WARREN, Ark. – Recently, three revered figures from the Lumberjack community were bestowed with well-deserved recognition of being presented their award plaques after being inducted into the Lumberjack Sports Hall of Fame. Former Lumberjack quarterback sensation, Danny Brazeel, and the esteemed press box announcer, Randy Rawls, were honored with commemorative plaques in the presence of…
Trammell Family descendants to gather for annual reunion
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – The descendants of David Crockett Trammell are gearing up for their highly anticipated annual family reunion, set to take place on September 2 at the New Edinburg Community Center. The event promises a day of shared memories, warm conversations, and cherished connections. From 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, the New Edinburg…
Know what’s below – Every dig requires a call
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas is reminding customers to call 811 before doing any digging in the ground. August 11 (8/11) is designated as “Call before you dig day,” and the company is reminding homeowners and professional contractors to use the free 811 service before digging to reduce the risk of striking an underground…
Poultry testing for fair
All poultry to be entered into the Bradley County Fair must comply with the poultry health regulations by being tested for Pullorum-Typhoid. The Bradley County Agent, John Gavin, will test chickens at the Bradley County Fairgrounds on Monday, August 28th, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. No Pullorum-Typhoid testing will be conducted during the Fair. Contact the Bradley…