WARREN (4-29-26) — The Warren School District is closed Wednesday, April 29, after a significant thunderstorm moved through the area overnight, bringing heavy winds and causing a power outage in parts of the city. A section of northern Warren remains without electricity as of 6:15 a.m. Wednesday morning, forcing the district to cancel classes for…
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Cleveland County Clean Up Set for May 2; Kingsland Among Volunteer Sites
RISON, Ark. — A countywide effort to clean up roadsides and public areas across Cleveland County is set for Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to noon, with multiple volunteer locations available, including one in Kingsland. The Cleveland County Clean Up is organized by the Cleveland County Master Gardeners and County Cultivators and is co-hosted…
Warren Branch Library Prepares for Summer Reading 2026 with Dinosaur-Themed Promotion
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Branch Library is gearing up for its Summer Reading 2026 program with a fun and creative dinosaur-themed promotion designed to get the community excited ahead of the season. In a recent social media post, the library invited residents to “come to the Warren Branch Library and get eaten by the…
Lumberjack Bands Announce Colorguard Camp and Tryout Schedule
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren High School Lumberjack Bands have announced the schedule for their upcoming colorguard camp and tryouts, set to take place May 11–14 at the WHS Gym. The schedule begins on Monday, May 11, with a Colorguard Fundamental Camp from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Participants will return on Tuesday, May 12,…
Bradley County observes Arbor Day with tree planting in Warren
WARREN, Ark. — Residents gathered Friday afternoon in Warren to observe Arbor Day with a community tree planting at First Presbyterian Church. The event, held at 1:30 p.m., brought together families, children, and local residents to take part in planting a tree on the church grounds. The event was led by the Warren Woman’s Club,…
WSD Afterschool Cancelled for Tuesday due to severe weather threat
UAM To Hold Spring Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 8
The University of Arkansas at Monticello will hold its spring commencement exercises on Friday, May 8, in the Steelman Field House. Commencement will be split into two ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for the 10 a.m. ceremony and 1 p.m. for the 2 p.m. ceremony. Guests are…
Elaine Mills, 1964-2026
Elaine Mills, age 61, of Warren, AR passed away Monday, April 27th, 2026 at her home. Born in Dumas, AR on December 7th ,1964, to the late Kenneth Mills and Billie Adair Mills. She was a graduate of Warren High school and achieved a bachelor’s degree in nursing. She worked as a home health nurse…
AGFC creating opportunities to hook into wholesome family fun
Warm days and long afternoons are back, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has the perfect reason to get out and soak up some sun after school and work. Catchable-sized channel catfish are being shipped from the AGFC’s four warmwater hatcheries to ponds throughout The Natural State for anglers to enjoy. Hatching Future MemoriesThe…
Reep’s Arm, Bat Lift Warren to Crucial 4-3 Win Over Hamburg
WARREN, Ark. (4/27/26) – The Warren High School baseball squad received a complete-game effort on the mound from Ren Reep and the senior drove home the winning run in a 4-3 victory over Hamburg on Monday, April 27 at the Warren City Complex. By Dennen Cuthbertson Saline River News Baseball Contributor This game report is…
Kickstart Kingsland Selling Raffle Tickets to Support Get Rhythm Music Festival
KINGSLAND, Ark. — Kickstart Kingsland has announced a raffle fundraiser to support its upcoming Get Rhythm Music Festival, giving community members a chance to contribute while entering to win a firearm prize. According to information shared by Kickstart Kingsland, the organization is raffling off a brand new Savage 110 Trail H rifle chambered in .308…
Roger Dale Massey
Roger Dale Massey, age 79, of Camden, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Roger began his professional journey at the young age of 19 after completing cosmetology school. He later expanded his path into healthcare, where he started as a CNA, continued sharing his gift for hairstyling with residents,…
Burn ban lifted for City of Warren
WARREN, Ark. — The burn ban for the City of Warren has been lifted, according to a social media post from city officials on Monday afternoon. The announcement indicates that conditions have improved enough to allow outdoor burning within city limits once again. Residents are still encouraged to use caution and follow any local guidelines…
No. 1 Weevils Open GAC Tournament Versus No. 8 East Central Thursday
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team outright clinched the 2026 GAC regular season and will open play in the 2026 GAC postseason as the No. 1 overall seed, taking on the No. 8-seeded East Central University Tigers. The two squads will face each other at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, April 30, on…
Weevils Split Senior Day Doubleheader with Southern Arkansas
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball team closed out the final weekend of Great American Conference play Saturday afternoon, splitting a doubleheader with Southern Arkansas at Union Bank Park. The Boll Weevils used a massive sixth-inning rally to take game one, 15-8, before the Muleriders answered with a 7-1 victory in game two.…
Reminder: American Heart Association program to offer free blood pressure education, monitors in Warren
WARREN, Ark. — A community health program aimed at helping residents better understand and manage high blood pressure will be held later this month at the Warren Branch Library. The event, part of the American Heart Association’s “Libraries with Heart” initiative, is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at…
Local artist Rob Reep to showcase work in El Dorado’s 5×5 Art Dash fundraiser
EL DORADO, Ark. — Local artist Rob Reep will be among the featured artists in the upcoming 11th annual 5×5 Art Dash, set for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado. The fundraiser features original artwork created by participating artists on 5-inch by 5-inch canvases, offering a wide variety…
Audit Presentation Among Items Discussed in April BCMC Board Gathering
WARREN, Ark. (4/23/26) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors held its April meeting on Thursday, April 23 inside the hospital’s conference room with an audit presentation, financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals among the items reviewed. The meeting began with an audit presentation by Nick Scott and Wes Thew of Wipfli.…
Blossoms Fall in Game Three to Southern Arkansas
MAGNOLIA, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello Blossoms softball team wrapped up its Great American Conference series against Southern Arkansas University on Saturday afternoon. The Blossoms were unable to overcome an early surge by SAU, falling in five innings, 0-13. Game 3, 5 Innings Arkansas-Monticello: 0, Southern Arkansas: 13 WP: Emma Duncan (25-2) LP:…
Aria Hunt earns High Point honors at White Hall Last Chance Relays
WARREN, Ark. — Warren High School standout Aria Hunt delivered a dominant performance Thursday night at the White Hall Last Chance Relays, earning High Point honors after sweeping three sprint events. Hunt placed first in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and 400-meter races, showcasing her versatility and speed across multiple distances. She also recorded a personal record…
Monticello rallies late to edge Lady Jacks 12-11 in key 8-4A showdown
WARREN, Ark. — The Lady Jacks played host to the Lady Billies in a very important 8-4A matchup, with a win meaning a share of the conference title. By David King Saline River News Softball Contributor This game report is brought to you by Warren jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning,…