WARREN, Ark. (8/12/26) – Bradley County Medical Center is pleased to announce an upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic Parking Lot located at 304 E Central Streetacross from the hospital. This crucial event aims to support local hospitals and patients in need…
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Mary J. Wallace Wooley
Mary J. Wallace Wooley of Warren, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, August 9, at Baptist Health Medical Center in North Little Rock. She was born in Monticello, Arkansas, to the late Max and Fannie Bradley Wallace Burks. The family moved to Warren when Mary was five years old. After high school, Mary and her husband, Ralph…
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Bernice Johnson Martin April 3, 1920 – August 12, 2026
Bernice Johnson Martin was born on April 3, 1920, in Wilmar, Arkansas, to the late Oliver and Susana James Johnson. She was blessed with a long and meaningful life filled with family, hard work, faith, and cherished relationships. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Ollie Mae Johnson; and two brothers, Robert…
Wilmar All-School Reunion Set for September 5
Former Wilmar students and alumni will have an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and classmates when the Wilmar All-School Reunion is held Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Wilmar Community Center. This year’s reunion will carry the theme “All American – All Longhorn,” with organizers also encouraging attendees to celebrate “Red, White & YOU!” Doors…
Rice Research and Extension field day takes frank look at the road ahead
By Ryan McGeeneyUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture STUTTGART, Ark. — Between high stocks, higher input prices and low market prices, rice farmers in Arkansas and elsewhere are feeling the squeeze, as evidenced by the lowest planted acreage in about 50 years. At the 2026 Rice Research and Extension Center field day on Aug. 6, researchers…
AGFC’s Waterfowl Habitat Program Featured in Latest USDA Grant Approvals
Arkansas rice producers will once again have the opportunity to participate in the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Waterfowl Rice Incentive Conservation Enhancement program, thanks to the recent announcement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service of the AGFC being awarded a grant through the Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program.…
Warren Street Committee to Hold Public Hearing Thursday on Street, Drainage Needs
The Warren City Council Street Committee will hold a public hearing Thursday, Aug. 13, at 5 p.m. to hear from residents about street and drainage improvement needs across the city. The hearing will be held in the Council Chambers at the Warren Municipal Building, located at 104 N. Myrtle Street. Individuals and groups interested in…
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Urges Public to Stay Alert as Wildfire Risk Increases
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is urging Arkansans to stay alert as wildfire risk increases across the state. The Department has designated all 75 counties at moderate wildfire risk, and 30 counties are under burn bans issued by county judges. The National Interagency Fire Center’s Predictive Services forecasts above-normal significant fire…
Large Crowd Turns Out for YMCA Back-to-School Bash
The YMCA’s Back-to-School Bash last weekend drew a large crowd of children and families for an evening filled with activities, demonstrations and giveaways as the community celebrated the beginning of a new school year. The event featured a wide variety of activities for children, including a climbing tower that gave participants a rock-climbing-style experience, along…
Rotary Hears from WHS Football Coach Bo Hembree and Inducts New Member
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, August 11 at noon inside the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County for its first meeting of the month. The club members enjoyed lunch before Rotarian Carlton Davis inducted Lena Lambert of Chapel Woods Health and Rehabilitation as its newest member. After the induction, Rotarian…
Arkansas 250 historic marker honoring Chief Saracen, Quapaw history to be unveiled in Pine Bluff
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — A new state historic marker recognizing Chief Saracen and the history of the Quapaw people in Arkansas will be unveiled later this month in Pine Bluff, adding a permanent reminder of a pivotal and difficult chapter in the state’s history. The Arkansas 250 historic marker will be dedicated Monday, Aug. 24,…
Shelby Jeffers, 1938-2026
Shelby Jeffers, 88, of Crossett, died Monday, August 10, 2026 at her residence. Mrs. Jeffers was born February 19, 1938, in Banks. She was a resident of Crossett for the past 14 years, having previously lived in Conway for seven years and in Pine Bluff for many years. Mrs. Jeffers was known as a hard…
Arkansas Department of Agriculture Opens Wildland Fire Kit Applications
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for wildland fire suppression kits through October 2, 2026. Through a grant from the U.S. Forest Service, the Department will distribute 70 wildland fire suppression kits to rural volunteer fire departments across Arkansas this year. Since 2014, more than 898 kits have…
UAM Athletics and Student Engagement Partner for Field Goal Challenge
MONTICELLO, Ark. – UAM Athletics and The Office of Student Programs and Activities are thrilled to introduce The Boll Weevil Field Goal Challenge during the 2026 Football Season! At each home football game this season, one randomly selected UAM student (total of 5) will have the opportunity to kick a field goal from the 25-yard line (approximately a…
Mildred Trotter Crosby, 1934-2026
Mildred Trotter Crosby, 92, of Warren, passed away Aug. 4, 2026. Born July 7, 1934, to the late James and Ida Mae Trotter. She was a woman of unwavering faith, quiet strength, and unconditional love, whose life reflected compassion, grace and devotion to her family. She was united in holy matrimony to George Crosby Sr.…
Robert Servance Patton, 1979-2026
Robert Servance Patton “Preacher”, 46, of Warren, passed away July 29, 2026. Born December 1, 1979, to Evelyn Grace Jones. Robert gave his life to Christ at Holy Deliverance COGIC under Elder Robert Davis in Warren, AR. Robert loved his children, grandchildren, and family. His passion was lawn care. He worked for the City of …
Tommy Ray Boswell, 1954-2026
Tommy Ray Boswell, 72, of Warren, passed away July 25, 2026. Born May 8,1954, to the late Lawrence Sr. and Betty Ruth Dunlap Boswell. He was a proud graduate of Warren High School, where he developed a love for basketball, becoming a talented player. Tommy Ray accepted Christ at an early age and was a…
Thank You Marilyn Johnson from the Hermitage School District
From the Hermitage School District The Hermitage School District would like to thank Marilyn Johnson for coming to our staff professional development day on August 4, 2026 and providing our staff with information regarding teacher retirement.
Warren City Council Moves Forward With DRA Grant Application, Hears Concerns on Proposed Truck Route Project
The Warren City Council took another step Monday night toward pursuing a potentially significant infrastructure project aimed at addressing a longstanding truck traffic issue in the city, while also hearing concerns from residents about the proposed route. The council also approved a contract for a drainage master plan, heard department reports, discussed a mobile home…
Hermitage Bus Drivers Show School Spirit
From the HSD: The Hermitage School District School Bus Drivers had a great first day back to school yesterday! They wore matching shirts to show off their Hermitage Hermit spirit! Our Bus Drivers do an amazing job getting students to and from school safely. Thank you for all that you do! Pictured: Becky Outlaw, Charish…
Warren School District Conducts Cardiac Readiness Drills Across Campuses
Warren School District recently completed Cardiac Readiness Drills across its campuses as part of an effort to prepare faculty, staff and emergency responders for potential cardiac emergencies. The drills were conducted Thursday, Aug. 7, with participation from district personnel as well as EASI Ambulance, the Warren Police Department and the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office. According…