WARREN, AR – On Tuesday morning, April 4, 2023, the Warren School District announced that the Woodmen of the World Insurance Agency of Camden had generously donated flags to each of the district’s campuses. The donation included both United States flags and Arkansas flags, which were given to four campuses in total. The campuses that…
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Happy National Librarian Day!
The Warren School District has released a statement recognizing the hard work and dedication of their media specialists on National Librarian Day. According to the district, the role of a media specialist has evolved to encompass much more than simply checking out books. In addition to traditional library duties, media specialists in the Warren School…
Agary “Pat” Hill retires after serving the City of Warren for 33 years
WARREN, Ark. – Agary “Pat” Hill retired from his position at the City of Warren last Thursday, March 30, after working for the municipality for 33 years. Hill started with the City in August of 1990 and had worked as a driver and supervisor in the Sanitation Department during his tenure. To celebrate his retirement,…
Immanuel Baptist Church to host Good Friday Easter cantata
Immanuel Baptist Church of Warren will be hosting the Easter cantata, “See Him Face To Face,” this week on Good Friday at 7 p.m. The event is set to feature singers from 10 churches in a 65-member choir and will be directed by Worship Pastor T.J. Files. The public is invited to attend this special…
Celebrating the animals that call Bradley County home this National Wildlife Week 2023
WARREN, Ark. – This week, the nation is celebrating National Wildlife Week, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about wildlife conservation efforts and the importance of protecting our natural habitats. This year’s theme is “Partnerships for Wildlife Conservation,” highlighting the critical role that partnerships play in preserving our country’s wildlife and natural resources. From…
Warren community unites for annual Chamber of Commerce Easter egg hunt, with a special twist this year
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 1 at Warren City Park, and it was a huge success. Families and children came out to enjoy the fun-filled day and take part in the traditional egg hunt. This year’s event also featured a special…
Robert Tracy Strange, 1961-2023
Robert Tracy Strange, age 61, of Warren, Arkansas passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023. He was born October 24, 1961 in Warren, Arkansas to the late William Martile and Opal Elaine Taylor Strange. He is preceded in death by his sister, Judith Strange. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Johnston; niece, Brittney Hooker and…
Jessie Jerry Bowie, 1942-2023
Rev. Jessie Jerry Bowie, 81, of Warren, passed away March 24, 2023. Born March 18, 1942, he was a son of the late Alec and Sarah Bowie. He grew up in Parkdale, AR., where during his youth he worked on a farm. He traveled back to Warren, where he met and married Francyne York Bowie.…
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Warren arrest report for March 25-April 2, 2023
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.
Warren Sanitation Department requests patience from commercial dumpster customers amid truck issue
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Sanitation Department has requested patience from its commercial dumpster customers as they work to resolve a truck problem that has forced them to empty dumpsters by hand for the past few days. Sanitation Manager Rob Johnson said that the department is doing everything it can to resolve the issue as…
Congratulate your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle!
Graduation is right around the corner. If you would like to honor your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle, you can do so directly on our front page. For just $20 you get a photo of your graduate along with a message of your choice. The post will contain its own unique web address, so…
Local youth shooting sports team finishes second at Camden Tournament
CAMDEN, Ark. – In Camden, Arkansas, the Backwoods Trap Shooters have achieved a fantastic accomplishment. The local youth shooting sports team placed second at the Camden Tournament on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The team consists of Alex Wardlaw, Lee Johnson, Michael McCartney, Hazon Wheeler, and Nathan Spears. Cole Williams won the Junior Money Shoot, showcasing…
Phillip Temple, Sr., 1968-2023
Phillip Temple Sr age 54, of Johnsville, AR died Friday, March 31st 2023 at the Woods Nursing Center in Monticello, AR. He was born April 1st, 1968 in Canton, Ohio a son of Carroll Gene Temple, Johnsville, AR and the late Nancy Pyatt Temple. Phillip was a graduate of the Hermitage Public Schools, he graduated…
Warren Bank donates $5K to help with new sod on Courthouse grounds
WARREN, Ark. – On Friday morning of March 31, 2023, Thomas Frazer, Chairman of the Board of Warren Bank, and Kelly Ashcraft, President of Warren Bank, stood alongside Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney and Sheriff Hershel Tillman on the south lawn of the Bradley County Courthouse. They posed for a photo as they presented a…
Entergy Arkansas prepares for possible severe weather
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas is monitoring the progress of severe weather moving into its service territory and is preparing for the possibility that powerful storms could affect customers Friday afternoon and into the evening. The weather system is capable of causing widespread and extended power outages from high winds and possible tornadoes, particularly in…
Nearly 400 single parents receive Spring 2023 scholarships from ASPSF
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) awarded 383 scholarships to single parents for the Spring 2023 semester. Totaling just under $400,000, the scholarships are combined with services, such as mentoring and financial planning. ASPSF’s model creates a support system designed to help low-income single parents stay in school, graduate with a degree…
Plans coming together for 2023 Pink Tomato Festival; Kailey Henry wins logo contest
Planning for the 67th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival continued Thursday with committee members and a large crowd in attendance at the District Courtroom. Chairwoman Kenna Sparks announced Kailey Henry had won the annual logo contest. On May 20, the festival will kick off with the Tour D’Tomato bicycle event throughout the county, including…
Warren bounces back with 13-1 win over Watson Chapel
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks bounced back in a big way with a 13-1, run-rule victory over conference foe Watson Chapel Thursday evening at the Warren Sports Complex. The Lumberjacks (5-4, 3-2 in 4A-8) plated a run in each of the first two frames for an early 2-0 lead. Kolby Pope singled with one…
Lassiter earns Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Player of the Game honors in Warren win over Watson Chapel
Warren senior Maddox Lassiter was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Player of the Game for his outstanding performance in Warren’s Thursday evening win over Watson Chapel, March 30, 2023. Lassiter went 2-for-2 at the plate with a sacrifice fly and two singles. The senior third baseman drove home a run, scored a run, and…
Three Lady Jacks combine for four goals in important road win at Crossett
CROSSETT, Ark. – Two goals in two halves of football delivered a resounding 4-0 win for the Warren Lady Jack Soccer Club on Thursday night, March 30, 2023, on the road at Crossett. Warren looked determined in the early minutes to find the goals that have been a bit elusive in recent games. In the…