USDA Reminds Farmers and Ranchers to Vote in Drew County Committee Election

The following is a press release from the USDA: MONTICELLO, Ark. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has mailed  ballots for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country. To be counted, ballots must be returned to the Drew County FSA office or postmarked by Dec. 2,…

Union Bank Donates New Sideline Tents to Warren High School Athletics

WARREN, Ark. – Union Bank representatives Tricia Wilkinson and Randy Rawls presented Warren High School Athletic Director Bo Hembree with two brand-new sideline tents Wednesday morning at the Warren Lumberjack Multipurpose Facility. This donation, made possible by Union Bank and Trust, will support Warren High School athletics throughout the year across all sports. The high-quality…

38th Annual Buck Fever Festival Brings Festive Fun to Banks

BANKS, Ark. – The 38th annual Buck Fever Festival took place this past weekend in Banks, drawing crowds from the region for a memorable lineup of events, contests, and entertainment. Ja’kobi Ingram and Addyson Spearman were crowned Parade King and Queen, while Mary McClain was named Parade Princess, bringing regal charm to Saturday’s noon parade.…

In Honor of Native American Heritage Month: A Review of The Native Ground – Revealing Indigenous Resilience in Early America

WARREN, Ark. – November’s Native American Heritage Month presents an ideal opportunity to explore the complex, often overlooked history of indigenous tribes in the American South. One outstanding resource is Kathleen DuVal’s The Native Ground: Indians and Colonists in the Heart of the Continent, which provides an in-depth exploration of Native American life in the…

HopePlace Warren Launches Santa’s Naughty or Nice List Fundraiser

WARREN, Ark. – HopePlace Warren is bringing holiday cheer to the community with a unique fundraiser running from November 11 to December 20, 2024. This year, the organization is offering locals the chance to submit names to Santa’s Naughty or Nice List. For a $10 donation, participants can add their spouse, boss, co-worker, child, or…

U of A Study Finds School Suspensions and Expulsions Can Lead to a Lifetime of Depression

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Each year, nearly 5 million children in the U.S. are suspended or expelled from school. New research from the University of Arkansas found this type of school discipline can lead to higher rates of depression through adolescence and into early adulthood. The findings were published in the latest issue of Advances in Life…

YMCA Radio Auction Raises $11,700 with Community Support

WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley County successfully wrapped up its 2024 YMCA Radio Auction, raising an impressive $11,700 to support local programs. The event received strong backing from community members, donors, and volunteers, highlighting the community’s commitment to the YMCA’s mission. Special recognition was given to Jimmy Sledge…

Holy Deliverance Church of God in Christ to Celebrate 35th Anniversary

WARREN, Ark. – Holy Deliverance Church of God in Christ invites the community to celebrate its 35th Church Anniversary on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The special event will begin at 3:00 p.m. at 1109 S. Myrtle St., with Elder Terry Correll leading the congregation in marking this milestone. The theme for the anniversary celebration is…

Community Thanksgiving Meal and Auction at Saline Baptist Church

WARREN, Ark. – Saline Baptist Church invites the community to gather for a special Thanksgiving meal and auction on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at their Activity Building. The event, designed to bring people together in fellowship, will feature both a potluck meal and live and silent auctions. Festivities will begin at 4:30 pm, starting with…

Former Green Beret Speaks on Veterans Day at Hospital Chapel

El Dorado, AR—Trent Garner, a Former Special Services Green Beret, will be the guest speaker at a Veterans Day Honor and Remembrance service on Monday. The service will be held at South Arkansas Regional Hospital Conference Room 1 starting at Noon on November 11. Chaplain Tom Moore will conduct the service. Garner is a familiar name in South…