Buck Fever Festival Kicks Off in Banks

BANKS, Ark. – Banks, Arkansas’s beloved fall festival, Buck Fever, began with a warm and lively gathering on Saturday, bringing the community together for its annual festivities. Among the highlights was the popular chili cook-off, where Laura Robinson claimed first place, with Lenita Thorton and Rosemary Carrington taking second and third, respectively. All photos courtesy…

Weevils Claw Back for Victory Over Oklahoma Baptist

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team hosted Oklahoma Baptist University on Saturday afternoon for Military Appreciation Day, sponsored by South Arkansas Rehabilitation. The contest concluded with a 24-20 win for UAM. Article by Ryan Tow, UAM Assistant AD for Athletic Communications. Sophomore quarterback Buddy Taylor gave UAM a 6-11 performance with 121 passing yards…

Warren High School JROTC to Host Annual Veterans Day Program on November 11

Warren High School’s JROTC is set to hold its annual Veterans Day Program on Monday, November 11, at the Warren Elementary School auditorium. The ceremony, open to the community, will begin promptly at 10:00 AM, with attendees asked to be seated by that time. This year’s program will include performances by ABC Preschool and Warren…

Dorothy Taylor, 1936-2024

A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Dorothy Imogene Taylor age 88 of Warren, passed away peacefully October 31st. She was born in Hermitage, Arkansas, on March 7th, 1936, to Carl Edward Parnell and Florence Gorman Parnell. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband Doyle Clyde Taylor, parents, brothers James (JW)…

Lumberjacks Secure Top Playoff Position, Aim for Outright Conference Title Next Week

HELENA-WEST HELENA, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks clinched the top seed from the 8-4A Conference with an emphatic 57-22 victory over Central High School of Helena-West Helena on Friday night, November 1, 2024. A balanced offensive attack and a staunch defense propelled Warren to the win, improving their record to 7-2 overall and 6-0 in…

Kinsley Robinson Wins First Place in C&L Holiday Card Contest

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District has announced that third-grader Kinsley Robinson is the first-place winner in the C&L Holiday Card Contest. Kinsley’s creative design impressed judges and earned her a $25 Amazon gift card along with 30 holiday cards featuring her winning artwork, ready to spread holiday cheer. Kinsley posed proudly for a…

Rison Shine Invites Community to Annual Cleveland County Christmas Parade

RISON, Ark. – Rison Shine Community Development, Inc. is gearing up for its annual Christmas celebration, inviting the community to participate in the Cleveland County Christmas Parade on Thursday, Dec. 12, in downtown Rison. The parade is set to begin at 7 p.m. and will showcase an array of festive floats and decorated bicycles. Following…

First Financial Bank Names Williams and Mobley to Roles of CEO and President

The following is a press release sent out October 25, 2024 from First Financial Bank: El Dorado – First Financial Bank announced today that its Board of Directors  has appointed Sean Williams to succeed Chris Hegi as the company’s Chief Executive Officer  effective January 1, 2025. Mr. Williams currently serves as Executive Vice President and…

Weevils to Host Bison on Military Appreciation Day

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Football team hosts Oklahoma Baptist University this Saturday at Willis “Convoy” Leslie Cotton Boll Stadium for the 2024 Military Appreciation Game, sponsored by South Arkansas Rehabilitation. Article by Ryan Tow, UAM Assistant AD for Athletic Communications “Really looking forward to our game against Oklahoma Baptist on Saturday,” said Head…

Regina O’Neill, 1952-2024

Regina O’Neill, 72, of Warren, passed away on October 28, 2024, at her home.  She was born October 14, 1952, in Warren.  She was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Gary O’Neill and parents Jimmy Lee Bryant and Mary Adams Summers. Regina was a beloved wife, nurturing mother, incredible sister and an irreplaceable friend…

Banks Reminds Property Owners to Comply With Ordinance Ahead of Buck Fever Festival

BANKS, Ark. – The Town of Banks is calling on property owners to help improve the community’s appearance by maintaining their properties in accordance with City Ordinance No. 2-2020. The ordinance mandates that all property owners—residential, commercial, and otherwise—must cut overgrown weeds and grass, remove garbage and litter, and clear away inoperable vehicles and other…

South Arkansas Aces Clinch 8U-A Fall State Baseball Championship

The South Arkansas Aces won the 2D 8U-A Fall State Baseball Championship this weekend in North Little Rock at Burns Park. Members of the team include: Ace Wagnon, Blaise Brandon, Bradley McCollum, Brooks Stanfield, Case Ashcraft, Emmett Pierce, Everett Wilkins, Gentry Fowler, Luke Pace, Maverick Brainard and Tevin Thrower. The team is coached by Kyle…

BCMC’s Sharee Williams Completes MD Anderson’s Tobacco Treatment Specialist Program

Sharee Willaims, Director of Respiratory for Bradley County Medical Center, has successfully completed the Tobacco Treatment Training Program presented by the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center and is now credentialed as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS). This intense comprehensive program equips healthcare professionals with the necessary skills to effectively help individuals quit tobacco use and…