The following is from Warren Water and Sewer: Contractors are working on utilities on N Myrtle St between Bond & Packard St. ,today, Thursday July 6, 2023. Please avoid travel on this section of N Myrtle if possible & use caution if you must travel N Myrtle St.
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Tomato Festival reports a highly successful 2023 festival and thanks all of the donors and volunteers
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival did not disappoint. There was a record crowd and something for everyone. The new concession area worked out great and the Arts and Crafts was the largest ever. Tomatoes were plentiful and the Parade…
Warren Street Department cleaning four streets in southern section of town
The Warren Street Department is actively engaged in a project to clean and maintain several streets and ditches in the city. According to Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger, the department is working diligently to improve Millwood, Chip, Bark, and Loop Streets, while also prioritizing the cleaning of ditches. Motorists are encouraged to proceed through the area…
Cathey announced as a May 2023 UCA graduate
The University of Central Arkansas held fall commencement Friday, May 5, and Saturday, May 6, 2023, in the Farris Center on campus. Degrees and certificates were conferred to approximately 1,225 graduates from the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural…
Warren arrest report for June 26-July 3, 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.
Discover a scrumptious recipe that reinvents the classic apple turnover
Indulge your taste buds and join in the celebration as we mark National Apple Turnover Day! This delightful occasion offers the perfect opportunity to explore the rich history and mouthwatering flavors of everyone’s favorite flaky pastry filled with warm, cinnamon-spiced apples. But this year, we invite you to embark on a culinary adventure with a…
Warren Middle School announces orientation
Celebrating Independence: Reflecting on the historic journey that led to the birth of a nation
As we gather around the barbecue grills, decked out in red, white, and blue, we come together to celebrate a momentous occasion in our nation’s history. On this day, the Fourth of July, we commemorate the remarkable events that culminated in the United States declaring independence from Great Britain. Join us as we take a…
Warren High School gears up for the 2023-2024 school year with orientation event
As summer moves forward, Warren High School is getting ready to welcome new and returning students for the upcoming academic year. To kick-start the 2023-2024 school year, WHS has organized an orientation event at the Lumberjack Arena on the Warren Schools Campus. The orientation will be divided into two sessions, with each targeted at specific…
Re-New-ing Edinburg provides updates on veterans park, community events, and more
The following are the minutes from the June 20, 2023 Re-New-ing Edinburg meeting: Martha Tolano, President, called the meeting to order and minutes of the May meeting were passed out to those in attendance and also previously emailed. Motion was made by Linda Hornaday, seconded by Brenda Triplett, to accept the minutes. Motion passed. Linda…
Local basketball team wins tournament championship
The Neaux Limit Laker ’25 were crowned champions of the high school (11th-12th grade) division of the Game Changer Tournament held on July 1st in Little Rock, Arkansas. This local team includes players from Warren, McGehee, Eudora, Dumas, Dermott, and Rison. Members: 1st row: Roderick Conic, 2nd row(kneeling): Marcus Kilgore, Jr, Rashawn Brown, Kenny Watts,…
Mary Jo Vargas, 1945-2023
Mary Jo Vargas Ayala, age 78 of Warren, AR passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at Chapel Woods Nursing Home in Warren, AR. She was born on January 3, 1945 in Houston, TX to the late Crecencio B. Vargas and Mary Louise Gonzalez Vargas. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. Other…
Rules for shooting fireworks over the weekend and Independence Day in Warren
As the Fourth of July approaches, we want to remind citizens within the City of Warren of specific guidelines for shooting fireworks within city limits. With safety and community well-being in mind, the regulations aim to ensure an enjoyable and secure celebration for all residents and visitors. According to Warren’s ordinances on the issue, fireworks…
BCMC Board honors Hairston, conducts normal business in June meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Governing Board honored outgoing member and secretary Lathan Hairston in June’s meeting before they heard updates from CEO/CFO Leslie Huitt, CNO Jamie Wolfe, and Maintenance Director Tim Saunders. Chairman Freddie Mobley began the meeting with a few words about Hairston and presented him with a certificate and…
Celebrating National Bison Month in July: A tribute to South Arkansas’s bison heritage
South Arkansas is a region teeming with natural beauty and rich history. Amidst the dense forests and flowing rivers, a remarkable species once roamed freely, leaving an indelible mark on the land and its people. As we celebrate National Bison Month this July, let us delve into the captivating story of the American bison, highlighting…
Sarah Lee Howard, 1938-2023
Sarah Lee Howard, age 85, of Warren, Arkansas passed away Friday, June 30, 2023. She was born June 11, 1938 in Holly Bluff, Mississippi to William and Janie Williams Landrum. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lee Howard; daughter, Cynthia Howard; and son, Mark Howard. She was a long-time member of…
City planning to restart the Bryant’s Building demolition cleanup
WARREN, Ark. – After a temporary halt, the City of Warren is preparing to restart the cleanup efforts at the former Bryant’s Building demolition site on Main Street. Mayor Gregg Reep tells Saline River Chronicle plans are underway to resume the cleanup operations, which were put on hold due to concerns about the neighboring church…
Local photographer Michael Weather delivers stunning photo of a cottonmouth in the Saline River bottoms
Local photographer Michael Weatherford spent a day wandering around the Saline River bottom in Cleveland County just north of the Bradley County line recently. He snapped this beautiful photo of a venomous cottonmouth snake. Photo taken June 26, 2023.
Fred Cooper holds clinic for WHS Tennis team
Mr. Fred Cooper recently held a three day tennis clinic for our the 2023-2024 Warren High School Tennis team. The squad, which was quite successful in 2022-2023. They have been hard at work over the summer putting in off-season practice. They are coached by Michah Richey. Photo by Warren High School.
WMA deer permit hunt applications available July 1-31
LITTLE ROCK – Deer hunters shooting for some of Arkansas’s best public land opportunities will have the full month of July to apply for one of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Wildlife Management Area Deer Permit hunts. Applications for these hunts are available from 8 a.m. July 1 until midnight July 31 through the…
BCMC recognizes Jane Weier for donation
The Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary would like to recognize Jane Weier, for her donation of homemade stuffed animals to the ER and Radiology Department. Jane keeps both of these departments supplied with stuffed animals year-round. It is members like Jane that enables the BCMC Auxiliary to support our hospital and the community. Top photo:…