STUTTGART, Ark. – Coming so close to completing a remarkable on-the-road comeback Friday night, the Warren Lumberjacks dropped their second 8-4A Conference game of the season, losing to Stuttgart 55-46. A hard fought opening quarter of action saw the lead switch at least twice. Stuttgart was the beneficiary of a razor-thin 9-8 lead going into…
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Varian Lee “Butch” Hedger
Varian Lee “Butch” Hedger, age 67 of Rison, AR passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Medical Center of South Arkansas in El Dorado, AR. He was born October 17, 1955 in Fort Worth, TX to Lewis and Bobbie Hedger. He was a member of Union United Methodist Church and was a Vietnam Veteran…
Lady Jacks drop game to Stuttgart
STUTTGART, Ark. – Despite a terrific fourth quarter performance the Warren Lady Jacks fell Friday night to the Stuttgart Lady Ricebirds by the final of 55-24. Struggles shooting from the field continued to plague Warren’s Lady Jack basketball team in the opening minutes of their trip to Stuttgart. Warren was held scoreless in the first,…
VFW Bingo in Monticello Friday at 6pm
UAM sports prepare to launch spring 2023 campaigns
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Athletics Department is ready to kick off the 2023 spring semester. With basketball returning from break to continue their seasons, as well as golf opening their spring stretch and both baseball and softball opening their seasons. The UAM Men’s Basketball team comes back from winter break…
Rosaleigh Marie McClellan first baby born at the BCMC in 2023
The first baby of 2023 born at Bradley County Medical Center is Rosaleigh Marie McClellan. The baby girl was born on Jan. 4, 2023 at 1:33 a.m. to parents Allie McGraw and Jason McClellan. She had a weight of 7 pounds, 4.8 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Pictured are Labor and Delivery Nurse Manager…
UAM lambing season arrives like a storm
MONTICELLO, Arkansas -The UAM sheep fields are experiencing what Associate Professor of Animal Science and Veterinarian Dr. Rocky Lindsey calls a “Lambing Storm.” “Seems like whenever one drops they all start dropping day after day. We’ve had two born overnight, that’s been the case. One or two have been born each day for the last…
Pastime: Dishware back in the day, service stations, grocery stores or ‘Green Stamps’
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…
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…