The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On Sunday, June 4, 2023, at approximately 10:37 a.m., after receiving a call about a possible death, Warren Police Department officers were dispatched to Bryant Court apartment. Mario Hampton, age 34, was found deceased in his apartment. Warren Police Department was assisted by the…
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WSD Book Bus coming to a location near you June 8th and 13th
Warren 12U baseball team wins El Dorado tournament
The Warren 12U baseball team emerged as the champions of the 2023 Annual Sno Shack Classic held in Eldorado, Arkansas on Saturday, June 3rd. They are coached by Bo Hembree and Josh Bryant.
Warren 7U baseball team wins Global Wars Championship
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. – The Warren 7U baseball team, coached by Kyle Wagnon, Matt Pace, and Joey Cathey, emerged victorious in the Global Wars Championship on a memorable Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Carol Renee Jones Hooper, 1953-2023
Carol Renee Jones Hooper ” Hoopie”, 69, of Warren, passed away May 28, 2023. Born September 29, 1953, along with her twin brother, Harold, to the late Johnny Hicks and the late Margaret Ragland. She graduated from Wilmar High School class of 1971. She was a student basketball athlete who earned the nickname ‘Spider.’ She…
Joyce Elizabeth Green, 1948-2023
Joyce Elizabeth Green, 75, of Johnsville, passed away May 26, 2023. Born February 12, 1948, she was a daughter of the late Fermit Sr. and Nola Ray. Joyce married the love of her life, James Elester ‘Tank’ Green, on March 29, 1969. To this union three children were born. Joyce was a devoted mother who…
Tuesday marks the 79th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy
Seventy-nine years ago, on June 6, 1944, the course of World War II was forever altered as the largest amphibious invasion in history took place along the shores of Normandy, France. This momentous event, codenamed Operation Overlord and popularly known as D-Day, marked a turning point in the war and ultimately led to the liberation…
Mary Louise Hampton, 1948-2023
Mary Louise Hampton ‘Lou’, 75, of Johnsville, passed away, May 26, 2023. Born March 6, 1948, she was a daughter of the late George Ed and Georgia Mae Hampton. She was a graduate of Hermitage High School. After high school she moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she lived and was employed with Industrial Garment Service…
Warren arrest report for May 30-June 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.
Lassiter and Williams win second Tomato Festival Four-Ball Golf Tournament in a row
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Country Club played host to an exhilarating display of golfing skill this past weekend as it welcomed players and spectators for the highly anticipated Pink Tomato Four-Ball Golf Tournament. Held in conjunction with the top event this month in South Arkansas, the 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival, the tournament…
Three local youth compete at Southwest Arkansas High School Rodeo finals
RUSTON, La. – Southwest Arkansas High School Rodeo Association recently held its year end finals in Ruston, LA. Three local youth competed in this association and represented Bradley County. Wesley George, River Grice, and Erin Chambers. The association is made up of a talented group of cowboys and cowgirls from Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana. …
Kelli Jo Stain named 2023 Miss Pink Tomato; FULL PAGEANT RESULTS INCLUDED
The 2023 Miss Pink Tomato is Kelli Jo Stain of Monticello. She was crowned as pageants kicked off the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival on Saturday at Hermitage Community Center. Stain also won photogenic, sportswear and evening gown titles. Savannah Brown of Rison won interview and first runner-up. Malia Jade Keaton of Rison was second…
Local photographer recognized by Arkansas’s leading photography company for his stunning work
WARREN, Ark. – Local photographer Michael Weatherford has gained recognition in the photography community for his captivating nature shots. His talent recently landed him the prestigious spotlight in Bedford Camera and Video’s June 2023 Photographer Spotlight. Weatherford, a retired professional forester, has always been passionate about nature and photography. Over the years, he has worked…
Nell Reaves, 1932-2023
Nell Reaves, age 90 of Warren, AR passed away on Friday, June 2, 2023 at Bradley County Medical Center in Warren, AR. She was born on October 20, 1932 in Warren, AR to the late Richard Dyer and Alma Bryant Dyer. She was a member of Macedonia Free Will Baptist Church in New Edinburg, AR…
Grice Farm delivers first box of tomatoes for 2023
WARREN, Ark. – The first box of tomatoes for 2023 was brought in today June 2nd by River Grice from Grice Farms of Warren Arkansas. The Grice Farm produces approximately 16 acres of tomatoes including varieties of Bradley, Cherokee Purple, Mtn Rouge, Red Mountains and grape tomatoes. The Grice family also raise watermelons, cantaloupe, squash, and…
Bradley County 4-H Archery Team hosting Krispy Kreme Donut fundraiser
The Bradley County 4-H Archery Team is selling Krispy Kreme Donuts to help send the senior archery team to the National Competition in Nebraska at the end of June. Check out the following options and send Michelle Carter at the Bradley County Extension Service your orders. Pickup will be Thursday, June 15th at the Bradley…
St. James AME hosting Women In Red event June 11th
Join St. James AME Church located at 915 St. James Street in Warren, Arkansas for a special Women In Red event. Taking place on Sunday, June 11th, 2023, at 2 PM, this event celebrates virtuous women. The Church is delighted to announce that the guest preacher for the occasion will be Rev. Angela Brewster. Don’t…
Warren Police looking for missing 16-year-old(1:11 am UPDATE-FOUND SAFE)
1:11 a.m. Friday, June 2nd Update: SRC has learned through multiple social media postings from law enforcement and family that SHE HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE. The following was the original press release from the Warren Police Department. Warren Police Department is seeking information about a missing child. Emaley Ivey was last seen at her home…
BCMC CEO and CFO Leslie Huitt recognized as Top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK – Leslie Huitt, the CEO and CFO of Bradley County Medical Center, has been honored as one of the top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas. The prestigious recognition was bestowed upon her by the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas (WFA) and Little Rock Soirée earlier this week. The announcement came from Little Rock…
Livestock Clinic coming to Drew County Fairgrounds July 15
Warren Ways and Means Committee talks salary increase, American Rescue funds, and more
Warren Ways and Means Committee members discussed several issues during a meeting Wednesday evening. Following an executive session, committee members adopted a recommendation to send to the full City Council that a $2 per hour increase in salary be given to assistant to the city clerk. Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle In other action: