Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney gave a detailed explanation of how the county demolished five buildings on Cedar Street in Warren over the past two weeks, during the monthly Quorum Court meeting Monday. “It was pretty awesome what happened last week,” he said, noting that there were no injuries during the whole process. About 300-400…
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Plans are to start Bryant’s Building demolition next week
WARREN, Ark. – The demolition of another downtown Warren building is set to begin Monday or Tuesday of next week as the old Bryant’s Furniture store is scheduled to be removed according to the City of Warren. Saline River Chronicle understands that work is planned to start as early as Monday, May 22 or Tuesday,…
Block Builders Club finishes Pink Tomato Quilt
The Bradley Block Builders Quilt Club has completed their 2023 Pink Tomato Quilt and will be displaying it at the annual Tomato Festival Quilt Show. The quilt, pieced by the quilt club members and hand quilted by the Pleasant Valley Church Quilters, will be given away to the lucky ticket holderat the conclusion of the festival…
Outstanding Warren athletes celebrated at 2023 Lumberjack All-Sports Awards Ceremony; Dawson Harton crowned Deno Nichols Award Winner
WARREN, Ark. – Lumberjack Arena was the site of Monday evening’s annual Lumberjack All-Sports Awards ceremony. Several hundred parents and student-athletes filled the venue, eagerly anticipating the announcement of the evening’s honorees. Athletic Director Bo Hembree set the tone with a warm welcome, expressing his pride in the accomplishments of the Lumberjack athletes. Top photo:…
WHS Class of 2023 returns to Eastside for their Senior Walk
WARREN, Ark. – In a heartwarming display of nostalgia and accomplishment, the graduating seniors of Warren High School’s Class of 2023 returned to where their educational journey began. On a sunny Tuesday morning, May 16 the graduates paid a special visit to Eastside Elementary School, their alma mater, for a memorable event known as the…
Arkansas Monument Trails named Best Mountain Biking in the U.S.
LITTLE ROCK – Monument Trails and Arkansas have won Outside’s 2023 Travel Award for best mountain biking in the United States. Outside announced the award today in its annual Travel Awards article appearing on Outside Online. The Outside print magazine with the news hits newsstands May 16. This year’s Travel Awards celebrate the 18 best trips…
UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources honors outstanding students, faculty, and staff for 2022-2023 academic year
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The UAM College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources recently held its annual spring awards banquet and cookout to recognize the outstanding contributions and accomplishments of its students, staff, and faculty. The awards were handed out over two nights at the College’s Agriculture auditorium. Dr. Michael Blazier, Dean of the College of…
Join in the fun at first Hermit Daze Festival this Saturday, May 20
64th Annual All Tomato Luncheon set for June 10
It’s Pink Tomato Festival time once again in Warren, Arkansas! As part of the Pink Tomato Festival, the annual All Tomato Luncheon will be held on Saturday, June 10, at 12:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Activities Center. Tickets are $15.00 and can be purchased from the Bradley County Extension Office. The Bradley County…
BCMC celebrated Hospital Week by presenting service awards
Fifteen members of the Bradley County Medical Center staff were honored for their years of service last week during National Hospital Week. Each award recipient was presented with a framed certificate honoring their dedication and hard-work for the Bradley County Medical Center and community. Pictured below with each staff member is CNO Jamie Wolfe and…
Library to showcase student art and writing contest winners May 20
GFWC Warren Woman’s Club will showcase the winners of the 2023 Bradley County student winners of the writing and art contests at the local library Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 to 2:00. The Audrey Swope Writing Contest consist of creative short stories and poetry from K-12 grade students in Warren and Hermitage while the Ten…
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Tour de Tomato Bicycle Ride kicks off 2023 Festival activities this weekend
WARREN, Ark. – The 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival slate of events kicks off this weekend, May 20 with the return of the much anticipated Tour de Tomato Bicycle Ride through Bradley County. The official sign-up forms are available now at the link below this article. The 2023 Tour de Tomato will be held…
Warren FD responds to Saturday morning house fire
WARREN, Ark. – A house fire broke out early Saturday morning, May 13, 2023, at the corner of Martin and Wheeler Streets in Warren. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 am, and the Warren Fire Department responded to the scene.
Local law enforcement agencies arrest several individuals for drug-related offenses
WARREN, Ark. – On May 8, 2023, the Tenth Judicial Drug Task Force, in cooperation with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department and Warren Police Department, executed a series of search warrants in Warren, resulting in several arrests related to drug offenses. Among those arrested were Fredrick Stallings and April Gill, who were charged with Possession…
Mostly sunny Saturday forecast
Saturday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 67. South southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Sunday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms…
Madea’s Restaurant opens in Warren
Bradley County Chamber of Commerce sponsored a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Madea’s Restaurant, 1439 S. Main St., on Thursday. Owned by Anita and James Tenner, it offers burgers, sandwiches, chicken, fish, ribs and a salad bar. It is open Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-4…
Successful 2023 soccer season comes to an end for Lumberjacks
BAUXITE, Ark. – The 2023 Warren Lumberjack Soccer season came to a close Thursday, May 11, as the Jacks fell to Dardanelle in the opening round of the 4A State Playoffs by the final of 3-1. The Jacks made a very early morning trip to Bauxite Thursday where a chunk of the 4A State Playoffs…
Cristian Sandoval named Que Lindo Michoacan Man of the Match vs. Dardanelle
Lumberjack senior Cristian Sandoval earned Que Lindo Michoacan Man of the Match honors in Warren’s opening round 4A State Playoff loss to Dardanelle Thursday, May 11, 2023. Sandoval was a catalyst for Warren’s offense going forward. He fought till the last whistle and scored Warren’s lone goal of the match. Leave Cristian a congrats in…
Season wraps up for Lady Jacks after making the 4A State Playoffs
BAUXITE, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks fell to the Dardanelle Lady Sand Lizards on the soccer pitch Thursday in the opening round of the 4A State Playoffs by the final of 4-0 to end their season. Warren’s girls had to battle not only heavy rain Thursday, but a 9:00 a.m. start, which meant a…
Carpenter earns Que Lindo Michoacan Lady of the Match honors vs. Dardanelle
Warren Lady Jack Jennifer Carpenter was named the Que Lindo Michoacan Lady of the Match for her superb effort and performance against Dardanelle in the opening round of the 4A State Playoffs Thursday, May 11, 2023. Although the Lady Jacks fell to Dardanelle, Carpenter’s work rate was top notch. She got back in defense when…