Larry Wayne Hargis entered his heavenly home August 5, 2022, at Bradley County Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 7, 1939 to the late Barney Lee “Dutch” Hargis and Willie Belle Adams Hargis. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter Denisa Kay Hargis. He was…
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Michael Edwin Trussell, 1953-2022
Michael Edwin Trussell, age 69 of West Memphis, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2022. He was born April 16, 1953 in Warren, Arkansas. He is survived by his wife, Belinda Faye Trussell of West Memphis; his son, Christopher Michael Brooks and wife Karlena of Abilene, Texas; three grandchildren, Faith Brooks…
Shuneize Slater named Dean of UAM School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has announced the appointment of Dr. Shuneize Slater as dean of the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Dr. Slater joins the leadership team at UAM with extensive knowledge of the university and its traditional service area. She grew up in Dumas, Arkansas, and graduated…
Gregg Reep officially files to run for Mayor of Warren
Gregg Reep is officially on the November ballot as a candidate for Mayor of Warren after turning in his signature petition Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Reep is pictured turning in his petition to County Clerk Karen Belin. Also pictured with Reep from left to right is his daughter-in-law Jessi, his grandson Ellis, and his son…
Bradley County Retired Teachers host “ENJOY YOUR RETIRE-MINT” themed meeting
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Members of the Bradley County Retired Teachers and Employees Association met Monday, August 1, in the First United Methodist Church in Warren with 36 present from Warren and Hermitage. ENJOY YOUR “RETIRE-MINT” was the theme of the meeting and was carried out throughout the meeting. Jonalyn Reep serves we president of the group. Retirees in the last…
Practice conservation with crab-stuffed striped bass
ROGERS — Catch-and-release might be the mantra of the modern angler, but when it comes to summer fishing, keeping a few for the grill or fryer can actually be more beneficial than catching and releasing fish all day on the water. Juan Granados of Hooked on Fishing Guide Service on Beaver Lake, may just have…
Help needed for local newborn’s medical expenses
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Saline River Chronicle would like to pass on this message to the community for a couple who just welcomed a newborn daughter into the world recently, but is having to go through special medical attention: A special account has been set up at First State Bank for baby girl Charlotte Ruthe Wilkerson and her parents,…
Warren Police arrest Danny Cook on charges of felony theft of property
According to the Warren Police Department Daniel(Danny) Ray Cook of Warren was arrested Wednesday, August 3, 2022 on multiple counts of felony theft of property. On Tuesday, August 2 a probable cause hearing was held in front of Judge Crews Puryear concerning an alleged felony theft of property by Cook. Judge Puryear found probable cause…
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Scrimmage added and Star City game date changed in Lumberjack Football schedule
A couple of changes have been made to the 2022 Lumberjack Football Schedule. But no worries! We’ve provided the complete up-to-date week-by-week schedule below: 2022 Warren Lumberjack Football Schedule home in bold conference in italic August 18, 2022 / vs. LR Central(Scrimmage) / 7:00 p.m. August 26, 2022 / at Stuttgart / 7:00 p.m. September…
Billy Jack Perry, 1939-2022
Billy Jack Perry, age 82 of Warren, AR went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at his home. He was born on October 15, 1939 in Warren, AR to the late Daniel A. and Claudia Perry. He was a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Billy Jack graduated Warren High School…
Restored
A focus of some reality television shows is restoring old cars. Investors with deep pockets team up with talented master mechanics to create machines that are the envy of antique car lovers. Old cars ravaged by time and the elements are restored to beautiful machines they once were. Time and circumstances have a way of…
Frazer’s Funeral Home welcomes Natalie Greenwood to the staff
Frazer’s Funeral Home recently welcomed a Bradley County native, Natalie Greenwood, to the staff. Natalie is a daughter of the Joe Don Greenwood and Becky Greenwood, and a graduate of Hermitage High School, class of 2008. She went on to receive her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Arkansas and holds a degree…
Local banks sponsor Tomato Festival thank you for law enforcement, City employees, and volunteers
The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee hosted a cookout Friday, July 29, 2022 as a thank you to the City and County law enforcement personnel and other employees, as well as volunteers, who helped make the 2022 Festival a huge success. The cookout event was sponsored in partnership by First State Bank, Warren Bank,…
House fire on McCauley Street sends one to the hospital
Warren Fire Department personnel responded to a house fire Tuesday afternoon, August 2, 2022 on McCauley Street in southwest Warren. According to Warren Fire Chief Chuck Moore, it appears as though the fire started in the kitchen. While there was some damage, it was limited. The home was not destroyed. The female occupant of the…
Logging brothers keep the faith amid industry challenges
MONTICELLO, Arkansas — Hard work, faith and a used chicken truck turned out to be a solid foundation for Reggie and Chris Goodman’s logging business. The Goodman’s, of Monticello, are a Black family building a business in the South, growing the logging company they bought from their parents. Those early years weren’t easy, said Mike…
Christmas in July held at First United Methodist Church of Warren
A number of venders were on hand Saturday, July 30 for a big event entitled “Christmas In July” held at the First United Methodist Church in Warren. It was an opportunity for shoppers to find a variety of unique gifts for Christmas, well in advance of the holiday. There were also some goodies to satisfy…
COSL announces Bradley County tax auction results
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LITTLE ROCK – The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Bradley County raised over $50,000, the Commissioner of State Lands announced. The auction drew 22 bidders, who purchased 12 of the 46 available parcels for a total of $50,464.53 for county and state government. The Land Commissioner’s office holds one auction in each county each…
Southark Spotlight: SEACBEC’s Devin McDiarmid
It’s time for a new episode of Southark Spotlight, our monthly show which sits down to discuss someone, some business, or organization that is making an impact in South Arkansas. This month we sat down to chat with the Director of the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center, better known as SEACBEC, Devin McDiarmid, to…
Hermitage Cheerleaders bring home two first place trophies after successful camp
The Hermitage High School and Hermitage Junior High Cheerleaders recently took part in cheer camp at the University of Louisiana Monroe, taking home multiple prizes. The High School Cheerleading squad won first place in camp routine. The Junior High team took home first place in cheer. Hermitage Football season kicks-off September 3, 2022 at Cutter-Morning…