The 2025 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey and Tolbert Scholarships are now available. These scholarships were created by retired former school district superintendents, Frank Anthony – Pine Bluff, Thomas Gathen – Dollarway, David Rainey- Dumas, and Andrew Tolbert- Warren. The $1,000 scholarships to be given at each school district were developed to assist students from low-income families…
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Lady Jacks Edge Drew Central to Stay Perfect
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks continued their dominant start to the season, holding off the Drew Central Lady Pirates for a hard-fought 8-7 victory on the road Tuesday night. By David King, SRN Softball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: Warren wasted no time jumping on the scoreboard, plating two…
Warren Falls in Extra Innings to Stuttgart
WARREN, Ark. (3/17/25) – Warren jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the top of the first, but allowed Stuttgart to tie the ballgame in the top of the seventh before the Ricebirds plated four runs in the extra frame to claim a 9-5 victory over the Jacks Monday evening at the Warren Sports Complex.…
Relatively Sunny Week Ahead
Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 76. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Tuesday Night Increasing clouds, with a low around 59. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South southwest wind around 15…
Ember Johnson named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lady Jack Softball Player of the Week
Ember Johnson was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Softball Player of the Week. Against Stuttgart last week, Ember went a perfect 5-for-5 at the plate with a home run and scoring five runs. Be sure to visit our sponsor, Greg Harton Shelter Insurance online by CLICKING HERE.
Kolby Pope named Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Lumberjack Baseball Player of the Week
Kolby Pope was named the Greg Harton Shelter Insurance Baseball Player of the Week. Last week Nathan Spears hit picked up the win on the mound versus Genoa Central. He recorded six innings pitched with eight strikeouts. He also hit .556(5-9) with 5 RBIs, four runs scored, and a stolen base. Be sure to visit…
Warren Lions Club Hosts South Arkansas Pet Crematorium Owners
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lions Club held its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 12, featuring a program presented by Jason and Elizabeth Britton, owners and operators of South Arkansas Pet Crematorium. The Brittons, who operate the crematorium in Warren, provided club members with an overview of their services, which cater to pet owners in…
Warren Water & Sewer to Flush Water Mains on March 25
WARREN, Ark. —The Warren Water & Sewer System has announced that it will begin flushing the water mains through the city’s fire hydrants on Tuesday, March 25. Residents may experience temporary water discoloration during the process. According to Warren Water & Sewer officials, the discoloration should only last for a short period. However, residents encountering…
Warren Elementary Announces Kindergarten Registration Dates Reminder
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Elementary School is set to host Kindergarten Registration events on March 13 and April 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the school. Parents and guardians of incoming kindergarten students are encouraged to attend these events to complete the necessary enrollment process. Additional registration opportunities will be available at various…
Martha Joyce Tolefree, 1948-2025
Martha Joyce Tolefree, 76, of Warren, passed away, March 4, 2025. Born July 17, 1948, to J. W. and Louise Watson. She is survived by her husband, Edward; sons, Edward, Earl, Ted; siblings, Rosie, Cecil, Andre; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Funeral service was held March 15 at Weary Rest Baptist Church in Marsden,…
Mainline Health Systems, Inc. (MHSI) Announces Promotion of Nicole Hancock to Director of Operations and Seeks Qualified Candidate for Clinic Manager Position
Monticello, AR (March 17, 2025) – Mainline Health Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Nicole Hancock from Clinic Manager to Director of Operations, effective immediately. In this new role, Nicole will oversee Women’s Health, medical clinics in Monticello, Warren, and Rison, the UAM clinic, and school-based clinics at Drew Central, Warren and…
Mainline Health Systems, Inc. (MHSI) Receives Grant Funding from Blue & You Foundation to Promote Infant Safety and Wellbeing
Monticello, AR (March 17, 2025) — Mainline Health Systems, Inc. is thrilled to announce that it has received grant funding from the Blue & You Foundation to support the purchase of sleep sacks for infants, promoting a safe sleep environment and reducing the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The Blue & You Foundation,…
Warren Fights Back to Secure 2-1 Comeback Win Over Estem
WARREN, Ark. (3-14-25) – Daniel Castillo’s second-half goal lifted Warren past Estem 2-1 in a hard-fought conference match at Jim Hurley Jr. Stadium Thursday night. This sports report is brought to you by: After a stalemate early in the first half, Estem struck first in the 27th minute against the run of play. Warren quickly…
Lumberjacks Drop Close Contest to Sheridan 6-5
WARREN, Ark. (3/14/25) – The Warren Lumberjacks were able to get the tying run to second in the bottom of the seventh inning, but couldn’t extend the game in a tightly-contest 6-5 loss to Sheridan Friday evening at the Warren Sports Complex. By Dennen Cuthbertson, SRN Baseball Contributor This sports report is brought to you…
Mondragon, Garcia Net Hat Tricks as Lady Jacks Dominate ESTEM 8-0; Warren Improves to 5-0
WARREN, Ark. – Warren’s Allison Mondragon netted a hat trick and teammate Azul Garcia added three goals of her own as the Lady Jacks cruised past Estem 8-0 in a conference soccer matchup Thursday at Jim Hurley Jr. Stadium. This sports report is brought to you by: The Lady Jacks (4-0 coming into the match)…
Marvin “Randel” Smith, 1945-2025
Marvin “Randel” Smith, (Baby Boy) age 79 of Hermitage, AR passed away peacefully at his home in Sumpter, AR on March 13th, 2025.He was born Saturday, December 22nd, 1945 in Warren, AR a son of the late Marvin Smith and Lena Stuard Smith. Baby Boy was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nancy Richards…
Lady Jacks Surge Past Stuttgart with Explosive Offense
STUTTGART, Ark. (3-13-25) – The Warren Lady Jacks softball team traveled to Stuttgart on Thursday to take on the Lady Ricebirds, securing a dominant 26-9 victory. By David King, SRN Softball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: Warren wasted no time, jumping out to a 4-0 lead in the top of the…
Emily Wells of Warren Named UA Little Rock’s Top Graduate
Emily Wells of Warren has earned the distinction of being the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s top graduate of 2024. Her outstanding academic performance and dedication to campus life were recognized with the prestigious Edward L. Whitbeck Memorial Award during the university’s annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony. Wells graduated with a bachelor’s degree in…
Slight Chance of Severe Weather Friday
Friday A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Friday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. South southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts…
Revitalize Hermitage Launches Fundraiser for Community Mural Project
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The nonprofit organization Revitalize Hermitage is working to bring a new mural to the town, highlighting the area’s agricultural heritage and industries. The project, spearheaded by muralist Erin Ashcraft of Monticello, aims to preserve history and culture while inspiring positive change in the community. The mural, which will be painted on the…
Warren Uses Big First Inning to Defeat Dumas
WARREN, Ark. (3/13/25) – The Warren High School baseball team scored 16 runs in the bottom of the first and went on to claim a 26-1 victory over Dumas in non-conference action Thursday afternoon at the Warren Sports Complex. By Dennen Cuthbertson, SRN Baseball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: Ryan Spears…