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…
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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…
Heavy rains drub ripening rice in eastern Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas rice farmers in northeastern Arkansas were checking their fields for losses after storms on Thursday dumped more than 6 inches of rain; a less-than-ideal situation for a crop so near to harvest. Coming into the week, the National Agricultural Statistics Service listed Arkansas’ rice crop at 10 percent mature, well ahead…
Warren Elementary ribbon cutting ceremony set for Tuesday; event hosted by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce
Warren Lumberjack Booster Club hosts successful Football Meet and Greet Dessert Auction Thursday night ahead of the 2023 season
WARREN, Ark. – In a spirited gathering that united the community around a shared love for football, the Warren Lumberjack Booster Club hosted a Lumberjack Football Meet and Greet Dessert Auction on Thursday, August 10. The event took place at 6pm at the Immanuel Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, drawing a substantial crowd of eager supporters…
Mayor Gregg Reep declares Community Health Center Week: Recognizing Mainline Health Clinic’s Dedication to Public Health
WARREN, Ark. – Mayor R. Gregg Reep of Warren issued a proclamation on August 6, 2023, designating the week of August 6th through 11th as “Community Health Center Week.” The proclamation highlights the significant contributions of community health centers in providing accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved populations. Mayor Reep specifically recognized Mainline Health Clinic…
Warren High wins Founder’s Award at annual EAST Initiative Conference
LITTLE ROCK – More than 248 EAST programs from Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma gathered at the Hot Springs Convention Center the week before Spring Break to pick up awards and celebrate wins during the EAST Initiative’s annual conference. EASTCon23, as it was colloquially known by the students in attendance, kicked off the week with a…
Pryor Center Executive Director John Davis presents Rotary program
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, Aug. 8 with Rotarian Dr. Bob Smalling introducing the program of John Davis. Davis is the Executive Director of the David and Barbara Pryor Center for Arkansas Oral and Visual History at the University of Arkansas. He is also serving as a professor in the college’s Department of Political Science.…
Bradley County 4-H Archery Team shines at State Shooting Sports Competition
FERNDALE, Ark. – The Bradley County 4-H Archery Team showcased their exceptional skills and marksmanship at the recent State Shooting Sports Competition held at the Arkansas 4-H Center in Ferndale. Leading the charge for the senior division was a triumphant trio – Landon Duncan, Jake Castleberry, and Mayli Castleberry. Their combined efforts earned them the…
Warren High wins award at EAST Initiative annual conference
More than 248 EAST programs from Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma gathered at the Hot Springs Convention Center the week before Spring Break to pick up awards and celebrate wins during the EAST Initiative’s annual conference. EASTCon23, as it was colloquially known by the students in attendance, kicked off the week with a blacklight dance party on Tuesday night and…