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Lady Jacks Fall to White Hall, Prepare for Home Opener Against DeQueen
The Warren Lady Jack Basketball Team dropped to 1-1 on the season after a loss to White Hall on Monday night. The Lady Jacks were defeated by a final score of 66-48. Warren will look to bounce back next week when they host DeQueen in their home opener. The game is scheduled for Monday, November…
USDA NRCS Offers Conservation Assistance to Landowners to Protect Wetlands with One RCPP Easement Project
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov 19, 2024 – Private landowners, tribes, land trusts, and other groups wanting to restore and protect critical wetlands through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) have until Dec 20, 2024, to apply for funding consideration during the 2025 enrollment period. The deadline is for the KKAC Organization…
Spirit of Christmas Event Coming to Main Street Hermitage
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Get ready to experience the festive holiday spirit in Hermitage with the annual Spirit of Christmas event, set to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The celebration will be held on Main Street Hermitage, with plenty of activities and holiday cheer for all ages. Vendor and food truck…
Weyerhaeuser Announces $500M Timber Facility Near Monticello, Warren, Creating 200 Jobs
Weyerhaeuser Company Announces Plan to Build New Facility in South Arkansas The following is a press release from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (November 18, 2024) – Weyerhaeuser Company, one of the world’s largest private owners of timberlands, has announced an estimated $500 million investment to build a new, state-of-the-art TimberStrand® facility…
Warren Police Investigating Death of 65-Year-Old Man Found in Ditch
The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On November 17, 2024, at approximately 10:52 a.m., Warren Police Officers were dispatched to the 200 Block of South Martin St. in reference to a person being nonresponsive in a ditch. Willie O. Moore, age 65 was found deceased. Moore’s body is being submitted…
Brunson Elementary Spelling Bee Winners Announced
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District’s Gifted and Talented program recently hosted the annual Brunson Elementary Spelling Bee, showcasing the academic excellence of young students. Congratulations to this year’s winners: The Warren School District extends its congratulations to the winners and all participants for their hard work and enthusiasm.
James Ronald Perry, 1948-2024
James Ronald Perry, age 76, of Conway, AR passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at home. He was born on August 31, 1948 in Warren, AR to the late Jessie Walter Perry and Mittie Faye Hamaker Perry. He was in the National Guard and of the Baptist faith. Other than his parents, he is…
Have a Fine Thanksgiving, Not a Thanksgiving Fine: Click It or Ticket
The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — This Thanksgiving holiday, Arkansas law enforcement is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the State’s Highway Safety Office on a high-visibility Click It or Ticket seat belt awareness and enforcement campaign. From Nov. 25 through…
Bradley Street Closure Announced
WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren has issued a notice that Bradley Street, between East Central Street and Lynn Street, is closed until further notice. Residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution when traveling near the area. No further details regarding the closure have been provided at this time.
Sherrilyn Jean Bowman Weaver, 1945-2024
Sherrilyn Jean Bowman Weaver age 79 of Crossett, AR died Saturday, November 16th, 2024 in Hamburg, AR. She was born Tuesday, January 30th, 1945 in Bradley County, AR a daughter of the late Felton Bowman and Peggy Sue Quimby Bowman. She was a retired employee with Walmart serving 23 years, served with the Crossett Public…
Warren Rolls Past CAC, Advances to Second Round of State Playoffs
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks opened their 4A State Playoff campaign with a dominant 35-13 victory over the Central Arkansas Christian Mustangs on Friday night at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. A rapid start, featuring multiple turnovers forced by the defense, propelled Warren to an early lead they never relinquished. This game report is brought…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-State Playoffs-November 15, 2024
CLASS 7A CLASS 6A CLASS 5A CLASS 4A CLASS 3A CLASS 2A More scores will be updated as we receive them.
Arkansas’ National Cold War Center and prestigious Wilson Center announce partnership
Blytheville, Arkansas – The National Cold War Center in Blytheville, Arkansas, and the Woodrow Wilson Center, whose parent company is the Smithsonian Institution, have announced a partnership to help preserve the story and advance learning about the world’s most protracted and expensive war. The Wilson Center, based in Washington, D.C., and housing The Cold War…
Breeding ground surveys for mallards show 8 percent jump
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas waterfowlers received some good news recently. Mallards showed an increase of 8 percent in the May breeding population survey over last year’s count in the northern U.S. and Canada breeding areas, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Waterfowl Breeding Population and Habitat Survey released late last month. Before everyone gets too…
Permit-based waterfowl hunt drawings available at AGFC.com
LITTLE ROCK — Applications for the first permit-based hunts of the 2024-25 Arkansas duck season will be available at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14-11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17. Although most public hunting opportunities in Arkansas are open on a first-come, first-served basis, hunters looking for a chance at a prime duck hunting spot with minimal…
Reminder: High School Football Playoff Tickets Available on GoFan
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – 11-15-24 – The Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) reminds fans that tickets for the first round of the high school football playoffs are available for purchase exclusively on the GoFan website. With 56 exciting matchups scheduled, fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early to ensure they can cheer on their favorite…
Mayor Discusses New Factory, Council Approves Christmas Bonuses, and City Prepares for Holiday Events
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened Tuesday night, November 12, 2024, at the Warren Municipal Building, with Mayor Gregg Reep presiding. Present were council members Angela Marshall, Memory Burks-Frazer, Dorothy Henderson, Joel Tolefree, Emily Moseley, and Latanza Atkins. This article of community importance is brought to you by: City Business and ReportsThe Council…
Food Truck Friday Brings Food and Fun to Rison
RISON, Ark. – The monthly Food Truck Friday event returns to Pioneer Village in Rison on Friday, November 15, from 4 to 7 p.m., just in time to bring pre-game excitement for fans heading to the Rison playoff game. This month’s lineup includes Brothers Food Trailer, serving up a hearty menu of deep-fried lasagna, ravioli,…
Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Chief Deputy John Cutrell as Distinguished Service Award Finalist
RISON, Ark. – Chief Deputy John Cutrell of the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious 2024 Dwayne Yarbrough Distinguished Service Award, presented by the Arkansas Attorney General. This recognition highlights Chief Deputy Cutrell’s outstanding 24-year career in law enforcement and his unwavering dedication to the community. Over the…
Lady Jacks Open Season with Victory Over Hot Springs
The Warren Lady Jack Basketball Team launched their 2024-25 season with an impressive road victory, defeating Hot Springs 50-29. This win marks a strong start under new Head Coach Mary Beth Grant. The Lady Jacks will look to continue their momentum on November 18, as they travel to face White Hall. Saline River News will…