WARREN, Ark. – As part of an ongoing cleanup effort, significant progress has been made on the block south of the Courthouse, where a series of dilapidated buildings were recently demolished. The renovation project aims to breathe new life into this historic area of Warren, and the developments over the past week have brought the…
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Hermitage School Board makes decisions of personnel and financial matters
The following are the complete minutes from the May 24, 2023 special called Hermitage Board of Education meeting: The Hermitage Board of Education met in a Special called meeting on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 5:00 pm in the Board Room. The following members were present: Russell Richard; Kevin Reep; Mary Hamilton; Gary Vines; Reia…
Isaac Lindsey is a spring 2023 Deans’ Scholar at Hinds Community College
RAYMOND, MS – Isaac Lindsey of Warren has been named a Hinds Community College Deans’ Scholar for the Spring 2023 semester. Deans’ Scholars are those students with a cumulative 3.5 to 3.9 grade point average. With six campuses in central Mississippi, Hinds Community College is a comprehensive institution offering quality, affordable educational opportunities with academic…
Julio Chavez Vargas, 1952-2023
Julio Chavez Vargas, age 70, born May 29, 1952 in Las Canoas, Michoacán, Mexico to the late Jose Chavez and Catalina Vargas. He passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at his residence. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers; Ignacio Chavez, Luis Chavez, and Baltazar Chavez. Survivors include his wife, Ma.…
Exciting summer ahead at Moro Bay State Park; boater ed, Perch Jerk Tournament, day camps, and more await visitors
MORO BAY, Ark. – As the summer season approaches, Moro Bay State Park is gearing up to offer a range of exciting programs and activities for visitors of all ages. From educational opportunities to thrilling tournaments, here’s a glimpse of what’s in store at this picturesque Arkansas destination. Boater Ed: Enhancing Water Safety One of…
Job Fair coming May 24 to Warren Branch Library
Free books coming to the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival
Stay safe making waves this Memorial Day
LITTLE ROCK — Memorial Day weekend may still technically be part of spring, but it’s the unofficial beginning of summer in most Arkansans’ minds. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wants everyone to have a great weekend enjoying all The Natural State has to offer, but please remember to take safety seriously. Wear your life…
Assistant District Rotary Governor Carlton Davis presents local program Tuesday
The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday, May 23 at First United Methodist Church. Rotarian and Assistant District Governor Carlton Davis presented the program, which was a recap of the District 6170 Assembly and Conference held May 19 and 20 in Hot Springs. Davis talked about how our district includes clubs…
Old Bryant’s Furniture building demolished
WARREN, Ark. – The old Bryant’s Furniture building on Main Street in Warren was demolished Tuesday, May 23, 2023 by a contracting crew hired by the City of Warren. Work crews began early Tuesday morning moving equipment into the area along Church Street and Main. Warren officials, including from the Warren Street and Warren Fire…
1st Annual Hermit Daze Festival held this past weekend
WARREN, Ark. – Hermitage, Arkansas came alive on Saturday, May 20, 2023, as residents and visitors gathered for the highly anticipated 1st Annual Hermit Daze Festival. The festival offered a day filled with excitement and entertainment for people of all ages, while also aiming to raise funds for school supplies and the needs of children…
Mark Whitaker, 1956-2023
Our beloved loved one, Mark ‘Tattoo’ Whitaker, age 67, recently passed away Friday, May 19, 2023 at 6:14pm, in Hot Springs, Arkansas at CHI St. Vincent Hosptial. He was born May 1, 1956 in Inverness, Mississippi to James and Susie Miller Whitaker. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Mark Whitaker, Jr.;…
Home destroyed in Sunday morning fire
During the early morning hours of Sunday, May 21, 2023, the Bradley County Rural Fire Department swiftly responded to a distress call regarding a house fire on Bradley 17. Upon their arrival, they discovered that the house was already fully engulfed in flames. To combat the intense blaze, the County Line Fire Department provided valuable…
Old Bryant’s Furniture building demolition to start Tuesday morning; preparations already underway
WARREN, Ark. – According to the City of Warren, demolition of the old Bryant’s Furniture building on Main Street is set to start Tuesday morning, May 23, 2023. As Saline River Chronicle reported last week, plans are underway to start the demolition of the dilapidated building early this week. Now we have learned that the…
Donald W. Reynolds YMCA Board of Directors announce Bart Goodwin as CEO
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley Co. announce today that Bart Goodwin has been appointed the new Chief Executive Officer. An experienced leader, Goodwin will succeed David Richey and assume responsibilities effective immediately. Bart Goodwin is a 1997 graduate of Warren High School and received his Bachelors in General…
Former Arkansas State Rep. Marian Owens Shultz succumbs
Former Arkansas State Representative Marian Owens Shultz, 86, of Hot Springs Village, AR passed away at 10:21 a.m., Thursday, May 18. at CHI St. Vincent’s Infirmary in Litle Rock, AR. after an extended hospital stay in Hot Springs and Litle Rock. Marian Daniel was born in Beebe and reared in Searcy, the daughter of the…
Library student art and writing showcase extended through May 27
The Warren Branch Library has extended the viewing of Bradley County student’s art and writing (short stories and poems) competition through the week of May 22-27 by popular demand. GFWC Warren Woman’s Club members urge the public to visit the display in honor of our students. The Audrey Swope Writing Contest consist of creative short…
Donald W. Reynolds YMCA Board of Directors announce Stacie Stone as Assistant Executive Officer
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley Co. announce today that Stacie Stone has been appointed Assistant Executive Officer. As an experienced 10-year employee of the YMCA, Stone will begin her new position effective immediately. Stacie Stone was born and raised in Warren, Arkansas. She is a graduate of Warren…
Congratulations to Beau Biggers on completing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Congratulations to Beau Biggers on completing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! Great job, Beau! For more information about the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, come by or contact the Warren Branch Library at 870-226-2536.
Kairi Rose Godwin
Kairi Rose Godwin passed away on May 10, 2023 peacefully in her mother’s arms. Kairi Rose was born on May 4, 2023. Kairi Rose is the beautiful daughter of Makaylah Godwin of Warren, Arkansas. Other than her mother she is survived by her twin sister, Laila Armani Godwin; grandmother, Idonia Godwin of Warren, Arkansas; great…
Hermitage Class of 2023 graduates in Friday ceremony
A total of 33 graduates participated in commencement exercises on Friday at Hermit Field for the Hermitage High School Class of 2023. Honors graduate Reece Reep gave the opening address, saying, “Some of the most memorable and influential moments of our lives were spent here at Hermitage High School. It is a time of collaboration…