The Warren Branch Library is inviting all crochet and knitting enthusiasts to join them for a class on Thursday, March 23rd, at 3:30 PM. The class will be led by the experienced and talented instructor, Eva Potter. Whether you are a beginner who wants to learn the basics of crochet and knitting or an expert…
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Congratulations to WHS graduate Valeria Navarro
“Today is a milestone. It tells you how far you’ve come. Keep learning, keep trying, keep accomplishing, and keep venturing on through your journey.” From: Sahra Salinas CLICK HERE TO HONOR YOUR GRADUATE.
Quorum Court hears report on Extension Service, BCMC, and Courthouse renovation
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Extension Service agents gave their annual report to Bradley County Quorum Court Monday night. Staff Chairman John Gavin and Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Michelle Carter described the various programs they and their staff had conducted. Gavin said the County Extension Council is comprised of 20 members. In agriculture, programs…
Big rig wrecks on Smith Road in Warren Tuesday afternoon(photos included)
WARREN, Ark. – An 18-wheeler crashed Tuesday afternoon, March 21, 2023 on Smith road in Warren. The Warren Police Department, Bradley County Sheriff’s Department, as well as the Warren Fire Department and Rescue Truck were on the scene of the early afternoon cargo-truck accident that took place just northeast of Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium on…
BC Rural Fire Department tackles grass/woods fire Tuesday
The Bradley County Rural Fire Department responded to a woodland and grass fire Tuesday evening, March 21, 2023 around 6:38 p.m. on Highway 278 West. Photos courtesy of Bradley County Rural Fire Department.
New festival coming to Hermitage in May
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Sign ups are now open for the first annual Hermit Daze Festival coming in May 2023 to Hermitage. A Committee meeting is being held later this week for organizers of the festival, but the group has already announced they are looking for vendors and volunteers to take part. The event will feature…
EIA Verification Class announced for April 13
VIDEO-Take a flight around the Bradley County Courthouse bell tower lit up green for St. Patrick’s Day over the weekend
In celebration of this past weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day holiday, the Bradley County Courthouse bell tower was lit up by green lights. Paul Outlaw submitted this video to Saline River Chronicle. Taken by his drone Saturday night, join in a quick flight around the courthouse to check out the beautiful view of downtown Warren, anchored…
Congratulate your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle!
Graduation is right around the corner. If you would like to honor your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle, you can do so directly on our front page. For just $20 you get a photo of your graduate along with a message of your choice. The post will contain its own unique web address, so…
Governor Huckabee Sanders requests disaster declaration from President Biden for Bradley County following severe weather in January and February
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today(March 20, 2023) requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Joe Biden to support ongoing recovery efforts in communities impacted by the severe winter weather in January and February of this year, which caused power outages, damage to infrastructure, and deaths. “Today, I submitted a formal request to President Biden to secure a Major…
Save money and avoid waste during No Waste Week
LITTLE ROCK — Throwing out wasted food can quickly add up, both in the garbage can and the wallet. During No Waste Week from March 20-24, save money and cut down on food waste by planning meals, safely storing food and getting creative with leftovers. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, an estimated…
Warren arrest report for March 11-19, 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.
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John Douglas Greenwood, 1956-2023
John Douglas Greenwood, age 66, of Hermitage, Arkansas, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023. He was born December 16, 1956 in Warren, Arkansas to Slim and Sue Greenwood. He surrendered to the ministry in 1979 and pastor BMA churches for over 44 years. The last church served was at Mt. Elba Baptist in New Edinburg, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife,…
Joyce Dees turns her legislative terms to health consultant
This is the fourth installment of a series during Women’s History Month on local women who have served in the Arkansas Legislature. Most of the information in this story is from the newly published University of Arkansas Press Book by Lindsley and Stephen Smith, “Stateswomen: A Centennial History of Arkansas Women Legislators, 1922-2022.” Some of…
Portion of North Wright Street in Warren closed due to sinkhole
According to Warren Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger, a portion of North Wright Street in Warren, from Central to Phillips, has been shut down effective immediately due to a sinkhole in the road. Hearnsberger says the sinkhole is about four feet deep and is currently saturated with water. No timetable could be provided for the needed…
Union Bank celebrates St. Patrick’s Day in style
Union Bank’s Martin Street location got into the full St. Patrick’s Day spirit Friday. Staff were decked out in costumes and green to celebrate. The Bank held a number of giveaways. Pictured are Union Bank staff at Warren’s Martin Street branch. Photo by Union Bank.
Three SEACBEC welding students win first place at SouthArk Weldathon event
SEACBEC welding students Avery Langford, John Wesley George, and Jacob Puterbaugh recently won first place at SouthArk’s Weldathon. SEACBEC announced the win Friday morning, and gave special thanks to The Systems Group and other businesses for helping with the event. Langford competed in the torch cutter portion of the weldathan, George in SMAW, and Puterbaugh…
Harry Mack Thomas, 1948-2023
Harry Mack Thomas, 75, of Marsden, passed away March 4, 2023. Born January 27, 1948, a son of the late Jimmy and Mattie Thomas. He attended school in Hermitage and was very athletic. He accepted Christ at an early and became a member of Weary Rest Baptist Church. He joined the army on January 10,…
Mainline Health holds grand reopening for Warren Clinic following renovations(video included)
WARREN, Ark. – A grand reopening ceremony was held Friday, March 17, 2023 at the Mainline Health Warren Clinic on East Church Street, celebrating the finished renovations of medical facility. At least 50 or more people from around the community, including the Chamber of Commerce, local leaders, as well as Mainline employees and administration were…
Work continues at the Bradley County Courthouse
Cleanup work on the Bradley County Courthouse grounds continued this week as the large beams used to support the cranes that hoisted the tower into place some months ago were removed. Pictured above is the south side of the courthouse lawn Wednesday afternoon, March 15, 2023. The project has continued since the tower was placed…