Here is a Pastime from my childhood of families like mine collecting everyday dishware sets at local service stations, grocery stores or with the amassing of those coveted “green stamps.” I can recall when the Gulf Station gave away Ironstone – a name brand dishware set for faithful patrons at its stations. If you, for…
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Victoria O’Neill receives All-State Cheer honors
Warren High School Cheerleader Victoria O’Neill was recently named the the All-State Cheer team by the Arkansas Activities Association Wednesday, January 5, 2023. Congratulations to Victoria on this terrific accomplishment. Leave her a congratulatory comment below:
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Begin new year with new subscription
LITTLE ROCK — Start 2023 with fresh information about the Arkansas outdoors by subscribing to Arkansas Wildlife, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission magazine produced right here in The Natural State. Arkansas Wildlife features articles and news about places where you hunt, fish, camp, bird-watch and boat – no doubt you’ll discover some new ideas…
Arkansas rallies to beat Missouri in SEC home opener
FAYETTEVILLE – Ricky Council IV scored 21 second-half points to lead #13 Arkansas (12-2, 1-1 SEC) to a come-from-behind win over #20/21 Missouri (12-2, 1-1 SEC) in the Razorbacks’ SEC home opener Wednesday night at Bud Walton Arena. Council finished with 25 points, making 11-of-13 at the line with a season-best seven rebounds, while Joseph Pinion…
Upcoming City of Warren schedule
There will be a Warren City Council Meeting Monday, January 9, 2023 in the Municipal Courtroom at 5:30 p.m. There will be a Warren Civil Service Commission Meeting Tuesday, January 10, 2023 in the Municipal Courtroom at 5:30 p.m. The Municipal Building will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther…
‘Can you?’ vs. ‘Should you?’
The Arkansas Wildlife Podcast crew discusses the balance of hunting ethics, fair chase and modern techology in the outdoors. On this week’s episode of the Arkansas Wildlife Podcast Trey Reid is sitting down with Director of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Austin Booth, Deputy Director Ben Batten, and Editor of the Arkansas Wildlife Magazine…
Section of Hwy 63 south of Hermitage floods
Recent rainfall is not only affecting rural County roads. Highway 63 south of Hermitage was also experiencing extreme flood conditions Wednesday morning. As seen in this photo taken by Raymond Quimby, the southbound side of the road for several hundred yards overflowed from L’Aigle Creek. County Judge Klay McKinney’s office told Saline River Chronicle earlier…
Warren High School cafeteria opens again following repairs after 2022 fire
Warren High School students were able to return to the High School cafeteria Wednesday, January 4, 280 days after a major fire that engulfed a large portion of the north end of the School. According to a social media post made by the official High School account, both breakfast and lunch service is restored in…
Big Squirrel Challenge returns to Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK — Deer seasons may be winding down in Arkansas, but don’t put away the hunting gear just yet. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is hosting the second annual Big Squirrel Challenge statewide Jan. 13-14. Eric Maynard, assistant chief of education for the AGFC, says the event is a great way to keep…
Woodson named Hogs’ co-Defensive Coordinator
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Head Coach Sam Pittman has named Marcus Woodson the Razorbacks’ co-Defensive Coordinator. Woodson heads to Arkansas after spending the last three seasons at Florida State as the Seminoles’ defensive backs coach and defensive passing game coordinator. This past season, Woodson’s secondary helped lead the Noles to a 10-win campaign capped by a Cheez-It…
Portion of Bradley 53 in southern Bradley County closed
Bradley County has announced the temporary closure of Bradley 53 Road in the southern portion of Bradley County from Bradley 160 at Eagle Lake Church to Bradley 25-A. Saline River Chronicle spoke with Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney’s office at noon today. They told SRC that Bradley 53 Road, the Eagle Lake road, has been…
Follow important safety guidelines to enjoy outdoor activities
LITTLE ROCK — During the cooler months in Arkansas, there are many opportunities for outdoor fun, such as hunting, camping and riding all-terrain vehicles. While enjoying these activities in the Natural State, it’s important to follow safety guidelines to avoid accidents and injuries. Jesse Bocksnick, extension 4-H outdoor skills coordinator for the University of Arkansas…
The Fiery Sermon
We live in a world today, which tries to say too much with too little. Consequently, few listen. Sometimes the best sermons are the ones left unspoken. A member of a certain church, who previously had been attending services regularly, stopped going. After a few weeks, the pastor decided to visit him. It was a…
Hikers take part in first day hikes at Moro Bay State Park to celebrate new year, plus a special visitor stops by
As part of a statewide Arkansas State Park’s cooperative event, visitors gathered Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Bradley County’s Moro Bay State Park to participate in the annual first day hikes program. In a post on social media, Paul Butler, the head ranger at Moro Bay State Park, posted to Moro Bay’s social media page…
Thank you to my father Gregg Reep
Nearly 13 years ago when I founded Saline River Chronicle, I honestly had no idea where the road would lead. Things took off quickly, the page views increased, and it suddenly became my real job. Over a decade later I look back at what’s made the site such a success. We’ve been fast, posted quality…
Fast start not enough as Jacks drop close Conference opener on the road at Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Facing a difficult road game to launch 8-4A Conference play, the Warren Lumberjacks fell in a close back-and-forth battle to the Monticello Billies Tuesday night, January 3, 2023 by the final of 48-44. Coming off the back of a huge win over the Ouachita High Warriors in the Commercial Bank SouthEast Arkansas…
Road loss for Lady Jacks to begin 8-4A Conference play
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks opened 8-4A Conference play Tuesday evening, January 3, 2023 with a loss to the Monticello Lady Billies by the final of 50-13 at Monticello. Both teams struggled in the early minutes to find a bucket. Monticello jumped out to an early 14-2 lead after the first quarter. Senior…
Section of Myrtle Street to be closed Wednesday
Warren Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger has informed Saline River Chronicle of a road closure set for Wednesday. Beginning at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday and lasting until further notice, a section of South Myrtle Street, from Central to Stuart will be closed for emergency bridge repair. Saline River Chronicle will post updates when the closure has ended.
South Arkansas Arts Center hosting lecture on the work of American artist Winslow Homer January 19
The South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado will host a lecture January 19, 2023 from artist and educator Gay Bechtelheimer on famed American artist Winslow Homer. “The evening of January 19 will be a special night at SAAC with the focus of Gay Bechtelheimer’s art talk on the American artist Winslow Homer,” says as…
Local officials sworn in to start new terms in 2023
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Bradley County, Warren and Hermitage officials were sworn in on New Year’s Day at the Bradley County Courthouse. New mayors Gregg Reep of Warren and Matt Cathey of Hermitage were sworn in. Banks Mayor Keeton Hudson was not present. Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney said, “When you sign up for one of these jobs, you…