Joe Wayne Summerland, age 81, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, at home. He was born January 7, 1942, in Hamburg, Arkansas, to John William Summerland and Mae Josephine Bond Summerland. He was employed as a union millwright for 60 years. He moved his family to Mazon, Illinois, in 1966 to raise his children with…
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Warren arrest report for May1-21, 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.
Pedaling through the land of pink tomatoes during the 2023 Tour de Tomato
WARREN, Ark. – On Saturday, May 20, 2023, the ever-growing 2023 Tour de Tomato Bicycle Ride took place, attracting nearly 100 riders eager to partake in the event. The ride offered three options for participants to choose from: a challenging 62-mile route, a moderate 40-mile route, and a shorter 14-mile route. The longest route took…
WHS Class of 2023 graduates in Thursday ceremony
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School held its highly anticipated 2023 Commencement Ceremony on Thursday evening at the prestigious Lumberjack Arena, located on the school campus in Warren, Arkansas. The event marked the culmination of years of hard work and dedication for the graduating seniors. The ceremony commenced with a warm welcome from Miss Raven…
WHS Class of 1968 gears up for 55th reunion
Warren, Ark.- The much-anticipated 55th-year class reunion of Warren High School’s Class of 1968 is just around the corner. Alumni from the distinguished cohort are eagerly preparing to gather once again and reminisce about their cherished memories. On Saturday, June 10, at 3:00 p.m., the Warren Train Depot, located at 325 Cedar Street, will transform…
Shading History: Send us your old black and white Bradley County history photos and they might be colorized
We’re starting a new series today which will delve into the history of Bradley County and South Arkansas from a visual perspective. And we would like to get our reader’s involved in the exploration. This is the first post in what will hopefully be an ongoing series called “Shading History.” From time-to-time we will post…
Banks Volunteer Fire Department called to log truck fire
BANKS, Ark. – On Thursday, May 18, 2023, the Banks Volunteer Fire Department swiftly responded to a distress call at 8:30 PM regarding a log truck fire situated east of Banks. Dispatching a pumper and a brush truck to the scene, accompanied by nine firefighters from Banks and one from the neighboring Bradley Rural department…
Patricia Ann Raney, 1950-2023
Patricia Ann Raney, age 72, of Warren, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones in her home on May 18, 2023. She was born in Yancopin, Arkansas to George and Hallie Raney on July 10, 1950. She loved the Lord, her family, and was no stranger to work being a carpenter, beautician, and homemaker…
Acres for Wildlife sees revamp for golden anniversary
LITTLE ROCK – Landowners in Arkansas wishing to improve their private land for wildlife can apply for up to $15,000 in cost-share incentives through the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s newly revamped Acres for Wildlife program, offered through the agency’s Private Lands Habitat Division from now until July 1. By Randy Zellers Arkansas Game and…
Former AGFC Commissioner Bill Bridgforth dies at 82
LITTLE ROCK – William C. “Bill” Bridgforth, 82, of Pine Bluff, a former Arkansas Game and Fish Commissioner, died Thursday, May 11, at his home. Bridgforth was a senior partner in the law firm Ramsay, Bridgforth, Robinson and Raley, and represented legal needs of farmers and ranchers throughout the U.S. He was appointed to the…
Local Christian band weRcalled releases new single, “Who the Cross Is For”
KINGSLAND, Ark. – weRcalled, a talented Christian band deeply rooted in Kingsland, AR, is set to release their highly anticipated new single, “Who the Cross Is For” after signing with Nashville, TN label. With their captivating melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and powerful message, weRcalled continues to inspire listeners with their faith-based music. “Who the Cross Is…
Still time to support the 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival
Press release from the 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival: The 2023 Tomatoes on the Square will be going up in a couple of weeks. These Tomatoes are honoring those individuals and businesses that help to finance the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival each year. We will be placing the Tomato signs on the first of…
Little Miss Pink Tomato applications available
Applications are now available for the 2023 Little Miss Pink Tomato competition. The applications may be downloaded from the Pink Tomato Festival website or they may be picked up at the Bradley County Chamber office. The pageant will be held at the First Methodist Church located at 111 West Church Street at 2:30 p.m. on…
2023 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey, Tolbert Scholarship recipients named
The 2023 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey and Tolbert Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 have been awarded to each of the following high school seniors: Retired former school district superintendents, Frank Anthony – Pine Bluff, Thomas Gathen – Dollarway, David Rainey – Dumas, and Andrew Tolbert – Warren are pleased with the students selected and wish…
Hermitage School Board votes to hire LaDonna Spain as next superintendent
The following are the complete minutes from the Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Hermitage Board of Education special called meeting: The Hermitage Board of Education met in a special called meeting on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 8:00 pm in the Board Room. The following members were present: Russell Richard; Kevin Reep; Mary Hamilton; Gary Vines;…
Wilkerson Café opening in Hermitage this Friday
Two Hermitage High School alumni have joined forces to give their hometown a new restaurant. Wilkerson Café will have a “soft opening” at 6 a.m. Friday. It is located in the former Lil Hermit Restaurant, not to be confused with The Hermit Restaurant. It is at 220 S. Farmville Road, across from Dollar General Store.…
BCMC Auxiliary makes donation to M*A*S*H Camp
The Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary recently donated $500 to the BCMC M*A*S*H Program, which is scheduled for June 19-30 at the hospital. Auxiliary members Gingy Cuthbertson, Phyllis Loomis, and Georgia Gray are pictured presenting the check to BCMC’s M*A*S*H Camp Co-Director Krissy Morrison. Top photo (from L to R): Gingy Cuthbertson, Krissy Morrison, Phyllis…
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2023 Warren Lumberjack Football schedule released
Top photo by Robert Camp.
‘ART ROCKS: Summer Bash’ fundraiser kicks off season with live art, music on June 2-3
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) is kicking off summer with a two-day party. Art Rocks: Summer Bash is a fundraising event with music, food trucks, games, art demos, art auctions, kid-friendly activities and more. The festivities are set for 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 2, and 11 a.m.…
Tomato Festival Chairwoman Kenna Sparks addresses Rotary
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday for its weekly meeting with Kenna Sparks as the program for the day. Sparks is serving as the chairwoman for the Pink Tomato Festival, which will have events all week June 5-10. Sparks mentioned that technically the festival kicks off this week with the Tour de Tomato Bike…