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…
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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…
Free dental clinic August 27
Lassiter, Lassiter, and Johns win C.A. Milton Lumberjack Golf Tournament
The three-man team of Maddox Lassiter, Hayden Lassiter, and Mark Johns(not pictured) won this past weekend’s annual C.A. Milton Lumberjack Golf Tournament held at the Warren Country Club. The team shot -20.
WHS orientation/registration date change, + Eastside, ABC Preschool, Middle School, and Brunson orientation dates
The orientation and registration that was originally scheduled for Tuesday, August 2 has been moved to Thursday, August 4. The times will remain the same. Only the August 2 date has been changed.
Warren arrest report for July 25-August 1, 2022
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty. Rayshon Ellis / 309 Bailey St, Warren, AR / DOB 6-16-92 / disorderly conduct on 7-25-22 Isaac James / 2624 Hwy 278 W, Wilmar, AR / DOB 9-30-79…
Visit the new SRC Shop for exclusive local clothing!
Razorbacks face Louisville in Maui Invitational opener
CHICAGO – Arkansas will open the 2022 Maui Jim Maui Invitational versus Louisville, it was announced today along with the complete tournament bracket. The Razorbacks and Cardinals will play on Nov. 21 at Noon / 4 pm (CT) on ESPN2. The 2022 Maui Jim Maui Invitational is back in Hawaii after two years on the…
Robert Fulton Russell, 1958-2022
Robert Fulton Russell, was born August 14, 1958 to the late Curley Russell, Sr. and Lillie Mae Russell in Warren, Arkansas. Robert was a graduate of Warren High School, class of 1976. He was a United States Air Force veteran and loved serving his country. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; Curley Russell…
Check out the new SRC Shop, featuring local apparel and souvenirs!
This morning, August 1, 2022, Saline River Chronicle launched an online-only local apparel and souvenir shop which offers an array of exclusive designs for the Warren and Bradley County Community. “We are incredibly excited to open the official Saline River Chronicle shop, which carries one-of-a-kind clothing celebrating our community,” said SRC owner Rob Reep. Many…
Man killed in Rison when train hits his car
A 37-year-old Rison man was killed when his vehicle was struck by an oncoming train during the early hours of Friday morning. According to the Arkansas State Police, Jay Warner, 37 of Rison, was driving southbound on Main Street in Rison when his car entered a rail grade crossing. The 2017 Nissan was hit by…
Two-vehicle accident in Calhoun County claims Hampton man’s life
Saturday afternoon a Hampton man was killed in a two-vehicle accident on US Highway 278 in Calhoun County. At approximately 1:56 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2022, James Butcher, Jr., 31 of Hampton, was traveling east on US Highway 278 near Calhoun County Road 7 when he crossed the center line. The rear driver’s side of…
Happy Birthday Joe Purcell! Friday marked 99 years since his birth
Friday marked a special local historical occasion: On this Day in Arkansas History – June 29, 1923 – 99 Years Ago – Joe Purcell was born in Warren (Bradley County). Purcell was a lawyer and politician who shocked the political establishment in 1966 by defeating the state’s colorful attorney general, Bruce Bennett, in the Democratic…
Join the Books & More Book Club at the Library
The Warren Branch Library’s Books & More Book Club would like to invite you to join them this month in reading “Redeeming Love” by Francine Rivers. Limited copies of this book are available for Book Club members and can be picked up at the Warren Branch Library at 115 W. Cypress St in Warren. For…
August is Catfish Month in Arkansas
The catfish industry is the largest component of aquaculture in the United States and a significant industry in Arkansas. In fact, Arkansas catfish farmers contributed $19.5 million to Arkansas’s agricultural economy in 2021. That’s up 17% from the previous year. The month of August has been proclaimed as Arkansas Catfish Month. This designation recognizes the impact…
The Kingsmen to be in concert at Old Union Baptist Church August 11
BCMC to replace chiller machine for HVAC system, plus full board report
An emergency purchase of a chiller machine at Bradley County Medical Center was approved at the monthly board meeting Thursday at the Brunson Medical Complex. According to CEO Leslie Huitt, “Chillers are the backbone or heart of a complex HVAC system. They remove hot air and return cool air.” Maintenance supervisor Tim Saunders explained that…
JA of Warren hosting school supply drive through August 5
Mike McGaha, 1948-2022
David Michial “Mike” McGaha, age 74, of Lake Village, formerly of Warren, AR, died July 23, 2022. He was born on June 17, 1948, to his parents John McGaha and Lula Frances Harrison. He was a member of Lakeside United Methodist Church, where he enthusiastically served others through his church’s mission of Loaves and Eggs…
UAM hosts STEM Camp for underserved students
MONTICELLO, Arkansas — To show that math has real-world applications, Michael Blazier posed a problem to a group of high school students: How do you calculate the amount of usable wood that can be extracted from a forest. “Imagine going out to 200 acres of forest with a million plus trees on it,” he said.…