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…
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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:
Rotary completes grant project that benefits local youth
The Rotary Club of Warren recently completed its 2022-23 grant project with Just 1 Backpack Ministry Program. The club spent half of the $900 grant money in December and spent the other half last week to fulfill the grant to help this wonderful program with its mission. Top photo: Brunson Elementary Students helping Warren Rotary…
Electrical work continues on recently demolished block in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, May 31st, 2023, significant electrical work was underway on the block just south of the Bradley County Courthouse. Entergy, the electric utility company, has a presence at the site with at least three trucks actively working on restoring power to the block. Moreover, the space has been made available for…
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Banks nears completion of new fire station construction
BANKS, Ark. – Excitement is brewing in the town of Banks as construction work on the new fire station enters its final stages. Over the past week, significant progress has been made, with essential components added to the structure, signaling the project’s imminent completion. The latest developments include the installation of the roof, the attachment…
Painting of new flag mural has started
Warren, Ark. – The east side of The Eagle Democrat building is undergoing a remarkable transformation as a replacement mural takes shape, replacing the old flag mural that was torn down as part of a demolition project south of the Bradley County Courthouse. This new mural, proudly displaying the American flag, will ensure that the…
Bradley County Ministerial Alliance hosting Spring Crusade May 31-June 2
Save the Date: New Edinburg All-School Reunion brings old friends together
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – Plans have been finalized for the New Edinburg All School Reunion to be held at the New Edinburg Community Center on Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Students, teachers, friends and families of the New Edinburg Community are encouraged to arrive prior to lunch, which will be…