TreeHouse Warren will return Tuesday, Aug. 18, at the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County, offering local teenagers a free weekly program focused on support, mentoring and building healthy relationships. The program is open to teens ages 12 to 18 and will meet on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. TreeHouse describes…
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Kickstart Kingsland postpones music festival, pageant and amphitheater construction
KINGSLAND, Ark. — Kickstart Kingsland has announced the postponement of several planned community projects and events, including the Get Rhythm Music Festival, a pageant and construction of the Kingsland Amphitheater. The organization said its board made the decision following a meeting and after discussion and consideration. The festival, pageant and amphitheater construction have been postponed…
Hermitage Schools Announce Cross Country Parent Meeting
Hermitage School District has announced a Cross Country Parent Meeting for Thursday, August 20. The meeting will begin at 6:45 p.m. in the Agri Classroom. Parents of students participating in cross country are encouraged to attend.
Busy Week Ahead for Warren High School Students and Athletes
Warren High School has several activities and athletic events scheduled this week, including golf, tennis and football scrimmages. The week’s activities begin Tuesday, Aug. 18, with an Art Club interest meeting at 3:30 p.m. in the art room. The Warren golf team will also be in action Tuesday, traveling to Monticello for a 3 p.m.…
WHS Renaissance Awards Fundraiser offering Lumberjack Apparel
UAM BSN Graduates Achieve 100% First-Attempt Pass Rate on National Exam
The 2026 graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the University of Arkansas at Monticello recently achieved a 100% first-attempt pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This achievement marks the program’s first 100% first-attempt pass rate since 2023. The NCLEX-RN is a standardized licensure exam…
Reminder: Kingsland to host free grant readiness class Aug. 20
The City of Kingsland is partnering with Communities Unlimited to offer a free Grant Readiness Class for nonprofit organizations, municipalities, small businesses, churches and others interested in pursuing grant funding. The class will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m. in the Community Room at Kingsland City Hall, located at 421 Main Street. Participants…
Junior Auxiliary of Bradley County Hosts 2026 Shining and Dining Children’s Benefit
The Junior Auxiliary of Bradley County hosted its 2026 Shining and Dining Children’s Benefit on Saturday, August 15, at the Warren Country Club, bringing community members together for an evening of fundraising, recognition and support for children throughout Bradley County. Organizers described the event as a night filled with elegance, fun and charity, with proceeds…
Joyce Ann Hampton, 1957-2026
Joyce Ann Hampton, 69, of Warren, passed away August 4, 2026. Born January 31, 1957, to Curtis and Ola Mae Duncan. She attended Warren School District where she graduated with the class of 1975. She attended Union Hill Baptist Church from childhood. She worked at Pine Lodge Nursing Home and later worked at Potlatch and…
County Fair Poultry Testing Set for Aug. 25 in Bradley County
Poultry exhibitors preparing for the upcoming county fair will have an opportunity to have their birds tested later this month in Bradley County. County Fair Poultry Testing is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Bradley County Livestock Barn. The event is being held in connection with 4-H and the University…
Reminder: LifeShare Blood Drive Scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 18 at BCMC
WARREN, Ark. (8/12/26) – Bradley County Medical Center is pleased to announce an upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic Parking Lot located at 304 E Central Streetacross from the hospital. This crucial event aims to support local hospitals and patients in need…
AGFC Expo Teaches Landowners How to Increase Deer and Wildlife Habitat
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host a special event to connect landowners and leaseholders with a variety of resources and education to make the most of their property from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 28 at the Benton Event Center in Saline County. By Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. This year’s keynote…
Coach Ortiz is the Latest Guest on the Huddle with Hud Jackson
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Episode 8 of The Huddle with Hud Jackson is available now on all UAM Athletics platforms. On episode eight of the podcast, UAM Athletics Director Hud Jackson sits down with head women’s volleyball coach Arlicia Ortiz to take a deep dive into her history as a player and now a coach. They also discuss…
COSL announces regional tax auction results: Drew, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Lincoln Counties
LITTLE ROCK – The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Drew and surrounding counties raised almost $402,000 the Commissioner of State Lands announced. The regional auction drew 91 registered bidders, who purchased 136 of 242 available parcels for $402,723.38. Results were as follows: Drew County: 18 parcels offered;10 parcels sold; $163,701.73 total; $8,081.85taxes collected Ashley…
Warren School District Seeking Substitute Teachers Through ESS
WARREN — The Warren School District is looking for substitute teachers to serve local classrooms, with substitute staffing handled through ESS. According to information released by the district, applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to pass a background check. Those interested in becoming a substitute teacher can apply online…
Hermitage School District announces Fall Picture Day
The following is from the Hermitage School District: Hermitage School District fall picture day for Pre-K, Elementary and High School will be on Friday, August 21, 2026.
Charles Richard ‘Charlie’ Funderburg, 1964-2026
Charles Richard “Charlie” Funderburg, age 61, of Banks, Arkansas, died Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Chapel Woods Nursing Home in Warren, Arkansas. He was born August 17, 1964, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, a son of the late Coy Funderburg and Nesia Lowman Funderburg. Charlie worked in the construction field for many years. He loved his…
Warren Fire Department Warns Burn Ban Violators: $500 Citations Coming
The Warren Fire Department issued a warning Friday that it is preparing to begin writing citations to people who violate the current burn ban, with fines set at $500. The warning comes as wildfire conditions across Bradley County and much of South Arkansas have become extremely dangerous amid prolonged heat and dry weather. The entire…
Arkansas’ College of Veterinary Medicine Opens its Doors at A-State
JONESBORO – A historic moment for the state was witnessed Tuesday at Arkansas State University as the doors officially opened on Arkansas’ College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). “The future of veterinary medicine will be shaped by the students who study here, the faculty who teach here, and the research that emerges from this college,” said…
Arkansas-Monticello 2026 Cross Country Schedule Announced
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello men’s and women’s cross country schedule for the 2026 season includes five meets, with the Great American Conference meet scheduled for November 7 in Enid, Oklahoma. In the first season under head coach Peyton Higgins, UAM will open the season with a trip to Conway, Arkansas, to compete in…
Holy Deliverance COGIC to Celebrate Pastor and Wife’s Fourth Anniversary Aug. 23
Holy Deliverance Church of God in Christ in Warren will celebrate the fourth anniversary of Pastor Terry Correll and Lady Ruth Correll with a special service on Sunday, August 23. The anniversary celebration will begin at 3 p.m. at Holy Deliverance COGIC, located at 1109 South Myrtle Street in Warren. The service will commemorate four…