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Hermitage’s Leigh Ann Brandon graduates from Arkansas State
JONESBORO, Ark. – Arkansas State University proudly announces the roster of students who fulfilled degree requirements and graduated at the Fall Commencement, held on December 16th at the First National Bank Arena. This diverse group of achievers hails from 45 states and territories, as well as 18 other countries. Among the distinguished graduates is Leigh…
Artisanal creations in Warren’s newest downtown dining destination
J minis weaves tasty magic with handcrafted sandwiches and more In the heart of downtown Warren, a remarkable transformation has taken place. What was once Massey’s Florist, a beloved fixture in the community, has now evolved into a vibrant culinary destination known as J minis, thanks to the visionary efforts of owner Jimmy Massey. Embracing…
Bradley County commences new dirt work on Cedar Street Property
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County’s Cedar Street property, located just south of the Bradley County Courthouse, saw the initiation of a new round of dirt work by county crews on Tuesday afternoon, February 20, 2024. Danny Adair from the Bradley County Road Department says efforts are underway to clear sand from the westernmost section of…
Warren walks-off Rison in benefit game
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren high school baseball team started the 2024 season off with a benefit scrimmage game against Rison on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at the Warren Sports Complex with Ervin Rivera scoring on a walk-off wild pitch to give the Jacks an 8-7 win. Top photo: Ervin Rivera at the plate for the…
Union Bank hosts meet and greet event ahead of Lumberjack and Lady Jack Soccer season kick off
WARREN, Ark. – Tuesday evening, the Warren Lumberjack and Lady Jack soccer teams gathered for a special Meet and Greet event at Immanuel Baptist Church. Sponsored by Union Bank and Trust, the event aimed to bring together players, coaches, parents, and supporters ahead of the upcoming season. Union Bank and Trust generously sponsored and prepared…
Meet the 2024 Lumberjack and Lady Jack Soccer teams
Late winter mallard estimates remain lowest in 15 years
LITTLE ROCK — In the final aerial survey of the 2023-24 waterfowl season, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologists estimated a Delta mallard population that was more than a half-million mallards below the 2009-2024 late January long-term average and the lowest late January survey estimate on record since the 2010 start of transect-based surveys. Also,…
Warren arrest and confinement record for February 12-19, 2024
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.
Warren Police issue bench warrant for suspect in shooting incident
The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 10:42 p.m. Warren Police Department Dispatch received a 911 call advising that a subject got shot in front of Walnut Ct. Upon officers’ arrival a male victim was found at Bryant Ct. that had been shot. The victim…
First Baptist Church Warren Christian School closed temporarily due to flu
WARREN, Ark. – First Baptist Church Warren Christian School announced on Monday afternoon that it will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday this week (2/20-2/21) due to a surge in flu cases. The decision comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the wellbeing of the school community. In a statement released by the school administration,…
Jacks set to battle Arkadelphia in Regional Tournament first round
The bracket for the Arkansas 4A South Regional Basketball Tournament is now set, with the Warren Lumberjacks slated to take on the Arkadelphia Badgers. The game is scheduled to tip off at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Here are the key details: Led by the seasoned guidance of Coach Correy Mulrew, the Lumberjacks…
Tylette Shawnee Jackson-Talukder, 1980-2024
Tylette Shawnee Jackson-Talukder, 43, of Memphis, TN., passed away February 8, 2024. Born June 19, 1980, she was a daughter of the late Barbara Jackson and the late Joe Simmons. She joined Greater Shady Grove AME Church at an early age and was raised in the church. Although she moved around a lot, she always…
Warren Aviation Commission meets to discuss maintenance and more at WMA
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Aviation Commission convened in the Municipal Courtroom on Thursday, February 15, 2024, to discuss various matters pertaining to the local airport’s operations and infrastructure. Chaired by Commissioner Joe Wharton, the meeting saw the attendance of Commissioners Rick Stracner, Bryan Martin, and Vernon Colvin, alongside several officials from the City including…
USS Arkansas (BB-33): A Legacy of Valor and Service
February 16, 1945, marked a pivotal moment in the storied history of the USS Arkansas (BB-33), a battleship that etched its name in the annals of naval warfare during World War II. As the United States and its allies pressed forward in the Pacific theater, the Arkansas embarked on a series of critical missions that…
Get SRC on your iPhone
Saline River Chronicle can go with you everywhere! We wanted to share with our iPhone users how to add a quick shortcut to Saline River Chronicle right on your iPhone’s home screen. This is not a required step to view Saline River Chronicle, but it can save you some time when you are ready to…
Jacks’ first Regional Tournament game confirmed for next Thursday
In a thrilling culmination of their regular season efforts, the Warren Lumberjacks have clinched the 3rd seed spot representing the 8-4A Conference in the upcoming 4A South Regional Tournament. The tournament is scheduled to be held in Nashville, Arkansas, promising an electrifying showcase of talent and determination next week. The Jacks will hit the court…
Lumberjacks stun undefeated LR-Mills in season finale thriller
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks knocked off the number one undefeated team in the 8-4A, Little Rock-Mills, Thursday night, February 15 by the final score of 75-68 in what is no doubt going to go down as the game of the season in the Conference. Less than one month ago, the Lumberjacks fell to…
Lady Jacks wrap up 23/24 season against LR-Mills
WARREN, Ark. – In the final showdown of the season, the Warren Lady Jacks faced off against the Mills Lady Comets at Lumberjack Arena in Warren. Despite a valiant effort, the Lady Jacks succumbed to a 68-41 defeat on Thursday night. Top photo: Warren’s Bayleigh Miller goes up for a jumper Thursday vs. Mills. To…
Prescription drug/opioid overdose community roundtable event for Bradley County set for Feb 29
Jeffrey Allen Smith, 1964-2024
Jeffrey Allen Smith, age 59, of Warren, AR, died Thursday, February 15, 2024, at John L. McClellan Memorial Veteran Hospital in Little Rock, AR. He was born October 28, 1964 in El Dorado, AR, a son of Elizabeth Clanton Smith and the late William Foster Smith. Jeff was a retired Army Veteran serving in the…