Memorialize their first outdoors adventure with first duck, first deer certificates from AGFC

LITTLE ROCK – Want to memorialize those unforgettable first Arkansas hunting and moments? The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has a special way to say, “Welcome to the hunting community,” with customizable certificates that can be given to a person for their first success in the field. When your new hunter connects with their first…

Entergy Arkansas marks 110 years with six $110,000 grants

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- Harvey Couch first electrified The Natural State with Arkansas Power & Light by turning sawdust into electricity in 1913, and the company that would become Entergy Arkansas has been lighting up communities in innovative ways ever since. In honor of its 110th anniversary, the state’s largest and oldest electric provider is donating more…

Warren Community achieves literary gold with Gold Rise Community Award

Collaborative Reading Initiative Honored for Transformative Impact WARREN, Ark. – In a ceremony held at Warren Elementary on Tuesday morning, the Warren School District and the tight-knit community of Warren were bestowed with the prestigious Gold Rise Community Award for their exceptional efforts in promoting the joy of reading throughout the region. The event commenced…

City of Hermitage launches holiday donation drive for Blessing Box

HERMITAGE, Ark. – In the heart of Hermitage, the City has kicked off a holiday donation drive to fill the Blessing Box, a community initiative aimed at providing support to those in need. The Blessing Box is seeking contributions of nonperishable food items and personal care products to ensure that everyone in the community can…

Arkansas Rural Water Association showcases advanced leak detection technology in Banks

BANKS, Ark. – On Monday, Mr. Darrell Kirby, Sean Turner, and William Dixon from the Arkansas Rural Water Association showcased their expertise in water system mapping and leak detection in Banks, Arkansas. Conducting GPS mapping of Banks’s water system, the team demonstrated the latest equipment designed for efficient leak detection.

Celebrate the holiday season with Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism

Sites across the state to host holiday events LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism is hosting a variety of events this holiday season across the state. From an annual eggnog competition at a local museum, to walk-through light shows, to a horse-drawn carriage ride through a candlelit historic village, to…

BCMC Board approves budget during November Meeting

WARREN, Ark. (11/22/23) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met Tuesday, Nov. 21 in the BCMC Conference Room for its monthly gathering with a multitude of items to cover including the budget for fiscal year 2024, election of officers, annual approvals, financial information, and updates from hospital executives. The first order of…

Re-New-ing Edinburg wraps up year with Veterans Park expansion, successful events, and plans for community engagement in 2024

The following are the complete minutes from the November Re-New-ing Edinburg meeting: Roger McClellan, President, called the meeting to order and minutes of the previous minutes were passed out.  Motion was made by Trenna Kemp, seconded by Don Triplett, to accept minutes as presented. Linda Hornaday presented the financial statement and after a brief discussion…

4A State Semifinal tickets for Warren at Rivercrest available now

WARREN, Ark. – The Lumberjacks are gearing up for a crucial semifinal clash in the 4A State Playoffs vs. the Rivercrest Colts set to take place on Friday, December 1, 2023. Fans are urged to secure their seats early as tickets are now available exclusively online at https://gofan.co/event/1267679?schoolId=AR18694. To catch the action live at Rivercrest…

A quick look at Warren’s semifinal opponent Rivercrest

The Warren Lumberjacks are gearing up to face the formidable Rivercrest Colts in the semifinal game of the 4A State Playoffs this Friday, December 1, 2023. Rivercrest, boasting an impressive 11-2 overall record, have undoubtedly been a force to be reckoned with throughout the season. Their dominance was on full display in the 3-4A Conference,…