HOT SPRINGS, Ark. – Mid-America Science Museum will host Tesla Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 11. The annual event celebrates the life and scientific legacy of Nikola Tesla, whose innovations in electricity and engineering continue to influence modern technology. Tesla Fest is held on the Saturday closest to Tesla’s birthday, July…
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Moro Bay State Park shares July 1-5 program schedule, river update
MORO BAY, Ark. — Moro Bay State Park has announced a slate of free holiday-week programs, including guided hikes, boat tours, a reading of the Declaration of Independence and a reptile program. In a recent update, the park said rain upstream caused the Ouachita River to rise over the weekend to about 70 feet. The…
Arkansas SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy Set to Begin July 1
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will face new restrictions on certain grocery purchases beginning July 1. Under a federal waiver approved for Arkansas, SNAP benefits may no longer be used to purchase regular, diet or low-calorie soda; candy; fruit and vegetable drinks containing less than 50% real…
Warren Fire Chief Urges Caution With Fireworks Ahead of July 4
WARREN, Ark. — Warren Fire Chief Chuck Moore is urging residents to use extra caution with fireworks as Independence Day celebrations approach, warning that dry conditions can quickly turn a small spark into a dangerous fire. “It’s dry and getting drier,” Moore said. The Warren Fire Department encourages anyone planning to celebrate with fireworks to…
Reminder: Red Bull Skydiving Team Coming to El Dorado July 2
EL DORADO, Ark. — The Red Bull Skydiving Team is scheduled to make an appearance in El Dorado on Thursday, July 2, as part of the city’s 250-themed celebration. According to a promotional graphic for the event, the skydiving team will perform at 8:45 p.m. at MAD AMP in El Dorado. The event is expected…
Hermitage Senior Completes LPN Coursework and Clinical Hours
HERMITAGE — Hermitage High School senior Rayleigh Greenwood has completed her licensed practical nurse coursework and clinical hours through SEACBEC, according to the Hermitage School District. The district recognized Greenwood in a recent social media post, praising her dedication as she worked toward completing the requirements of her nursing program while finishing high school. “Congratulations…
BCMC Recognized for Advancing Rural Stroke Care
WARREN, Ark. (6/26/26) – People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Bradley County Medical Center is…
Reminder: Arkansas National Guard Flyover to Pass Over Warren, Monticello and Other South Arkansas Communities June 30
WARREN, Ark. – Residents of Warren, Monticello and several other South Arkansas communities are being encouraged to look to the skies on Tuesday, June 30, as the Arkansas National Guard brings its “Fly Over Arkansas” celebration to the region. The four-day statewide aviation event, scheduled for June 29 through July 2, is part of Arkansas’…
Revitalize Hermitage Names July 2026 Yard of the Month
HERMITAGE — Revitalize Hermitage has selected the home of Kelley and Mark Hollingsworth as its July 2026 Yard of the Month. The recognition comes as the community marks the county’s 250th anniversary. According to Revitalize Hermitage, the Hollingsworth yard was chosen for its attractive landscaping, which includes butterfly bushes, petunias and other blooming container plants.…
Rison’s Harrell Wilson Announces State Senate Bid
RISON, Ark. — Rison business owner Harrell Wilson has announced his candidacy for the Arkansas State Senate District 1 seat being vacated by Sen. Ben Gilmore. Wilson’s announcement Monday came just days after Laura “Missy” Wardlaw announced she would seek the Republican nomination for the seat. Wardlaw’s campaign announcement was reported by Saline River News…
Tips for washing, storing fresh produce to reduce waste, save money
LITTLE ROCK — Fresh produce is highly perishable, but proper washing and storage can help make it last longer, saving money and reducing waste. Quad Whitson, extension culinary nutrition and food safety program associate for the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, said that according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, about 30 to 40…
Precautionary Boil Order Lifted for Banks Waterworks Customers
BANKS, Ark. — The precautionary boil-water order issued for the Banks Waterworks system has been lifted, according to a notice dated Friday, June 26. The boil-water notice was issued June 21 for the entire Banks Waterworks system after a pump malfunction caused a complete loss of normal system pressure. The order was issued as a…
BCMC’s 75th Anniversary and M*A*S*H Camp Among Topics Covered at June Board Meeting
WARREN, Ark. (6/25/26) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met for its monthly gathering on Thursday, June 25 inside the hospital’s conference room. BCMC’s 75th Anniversary Celebration, M*A*S*H Camp, higher volumes, financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals were among the items on the agenda. The first item of business was the…
Reminder: Apply for a WMA deer hunting permit by July 1
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has opened the application period to hunt deer on some of the more popular wildlife management areas it manages through 11:59 p.m., July 1. Hunters interested in pursuing white-tailed deer during this fall’s permit-only hunts may apply online atwww.agfc.com. AGFC wildlife management areas are excellent opportunities to bag your…
Golden Girls to Close Temporarily for Vacation June 27-July 8
WARREN — Golden Girls restaurant will be temporarily closed from June 27 through July 8 as the business takes a vacation break. The longtime Warren restaurant, located at 1115 Church St., plans to reopen July 9 and welcome customers back for its regular service. Golden Girls has been a familiar local spot for burgers and…
Wardlaw Announces Bid for Senate District 1 Seat as Gilmore Plans Resignation
Laura “Missy” Wardlaw has announced plans to seek the Arkansas State Senate District 1 seat in the Republican Primary, following State Sen. Ben Gilmore’s planned resignation to join the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced in a social media post that Gilmore will begin serving as senior advisor in his office…
UAM Releases List of Spring 2026 Graduates
The University of Arkansas at Monticello presented 555 awards to 518 spring 2026 graduates, according to information released by the UAM Registrar’s Office. (Note: Listed students have authorized the university to release this information. If you are contacted by students who believe that they have been left off this list, please refer them to the…
Brenda Bryant Earns BCMC’s June Employee of the Month Accolade
Bradley County Medical Center is pleased to announce executive secretary Brenda Bryant has been named the Employee of the Month for June. Her nomination said: “Brenda Bryant went above and beyond in coordinating BCMC’s 75th Anniversary Celebration. She worked diligently with multiple departments, staff, and community members to organize the event, ensure all areas were…
SEACAC Summer Electric Assistance Program Opens July 6 Across Southeast Arkansas
The Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation will begin accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program on July 6, providing qualifying households with help paying electric utility bills. The program, commonly known as LIHEAP, will be available to income-eligible residents in Bradley, Drew, Ashley, Chicot and Desha counties. SEACAC officials encourage…
BCMC is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Excellence in Cardiovascular Care
WARREN, Ark. (6/24/26) – Bradley County Medical Center has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, helping save lives, support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions. Heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and…
Town of Banks Reminds Residents of Dog Ordinance Following Complaints
BANKS, Ark. — The Town of Banks is reminding residents to keep dogs leashed, confined or supervised outdoors following what town officials described as several recent complaints across the community. In a social media post Tuesday, the town said Banks has an ordinance addressing dogs running at large, along with a limit on the number…