MONTICELLO, Arkansas — The cattle herd at the University of Arkansas at Monticello is getting an upgrade, receiving more than two dozen hand-picked Beefmaster cows and calves donated by James and Mary Ann Skelton of Springdale. “I didn’t want UAM to have any scrubs,” the 77-year-old James Skelton. “I’m selling down, so I donated the…
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Thursday morning power outage leaves part of Warren without air conditioning for around an hour
According to MonticelloLive.com, Thursday morning’s power outage that left over 1,000 Warren customers without power for around an hour, was caused by an equipment failure at the Monticello East Substation. Crews were on the scene working to fix the issue. The majority of the outages were in the northern half of town. By 1:32 p.m.,…
Union Bank feeds M.A.S.H. students at BCMC
Union Bank of Warren provided lunch to the BCMC M.A.S.H. students Thursday. The students are learning many different aspects of a nursing career. BCMC MASH Camp began Monday with a number of fun and educational activities for the students. Pictured are Randy Rawls and Tricia Wilkinson of Union Bank. Photo courtesy of Union Bank.
Jefferson Regional Physician receives Preceptor award
Jefferson Regional General Surgeon John R. Taylor, III, M.D. has been presented with the Outstanding Clinical Preceptor Award from the Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (ARCOM). The award goes to a clinical preceptor who has made notable and outstanding contributions to the ARCOM graduating class. Dr. Taylor was the first recipient of the award, which…
Kathryn Louise O’Quin, 1934-2022
Kathryn Louise O’Quin, age 87 of Banks, AR passed away Friday, June 17, 2022 at The Blossoms in White Hall, AR. She was born September 15, 1934 in Banks, AR to the late Oda Jackson Davis and Nora Elizabeth Fowler Davis. She was a member of Wagnon United Methodist Church and school teacher for many…
Grand opening held for Warren’s new pistol and rifle shooting range
A long-awaited pistol and rifle shooting range was officially dedicated Wednesday at the Warren Shooting Sports Complex. The project actually began about four years ago through a joint operation from the city of Warren and Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Ten shooting stations were constructed, with the city putting in a 10 percent match, including…
DCSO traffic stop leads to arrest of Bradley County rape suspect
The following article is courtesy of MonticelloLive.com. To read the complete article, please see the link below: According to Sheriff Mark Gober, Saturday, Deputy Allen Edwards conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle on Hwy 278 West in Wilmar. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Bartolome Uribe, of Warren. To continue reading the…
‘Welcome to Survival Island’ at the Warren Library proves a big hit with local kids
“Our 2022 Summer Reading Opening Program was a huge hit,” says Warren Branch Library director Sandy Doss. Registered participants picked up their bags (activity pack, bookmarks, reading log, contest info, etc) and learned how to filter water and make a shelter, raft, and even a friend. Everyone that completed the Library Scavenger Hunt received a…
Daniel Grady Vickers, 1935-2022
Daniel Grady Vickers, age 87 of Hermitage, AR passed away Monday, June 20, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family and was welcomed to his heavenly home by the arms of Jesus. He was born February 22, 1935 in Bradley County, AR to the late Henry Grady Vickers and Virginia Sharp Vickers. He served…
McEntire leads Hogs past Tigers, sets up rematch with Rebels
OMAHA, Neb. – It was simply Will McEntire’s night on Tuesday at Charles Schwab Field as he led Arkansas to an 11-1 win over Auburn in an elimination game at the College World Series. In his eighth start of the season, McEntire was spectacular in shutting down the Tigers’ lineup. The redshirt sophomore pitched with…
No new leads in the case of missing Banks woman
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According to Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney, there has been no findings so far in regards to missing Banks resident Martha Bradford, who was last seen at around 6:30 p.m. last Wednesday, June 15, 2022 after leaving her home on foot in the Blue Springs community near Banks. McKinney informed the Bradley County Quorum Court…
Dana Harvey wins Bradley County JP District 9 seat in runoff
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The following are results of votes cast in Bradley County for the Republican Primary runoff for the Justice of the Peace-District 9. Dana Harvey received 71 of a total 92 votes cast. She has no opponent in the general election in November later this year, so she will win the District 9 seat. Turnout for…
Mainline Health Systems hires Shrum for new Women’s Clinic
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems has hired Dr. Kelly Shrum, D.O., as a OB/GYN provider for its new Women’s Clinic location. In his new role for the Women’s Clinic, Shrum will work to provide care that embodies the patient-first values which are vital to Mainline Health’s mission. He brings over two decades of experience…
Steven Harper named Dean of UAM School of Arts and Humanities
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) has announced the appointment of Dr. Steven Harper as dean of the UAM School of Arts and Humanities. Dr. Harper comes to UAM from Georgia Southern University, where he has served as a professor of Music and the chair of the Fred and Dinah Gretsch…
AEDC Commentary: Arkansas named one of top 10 moving destinations in United States
Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas has been named one of the top 10 states to which people are now moving. Max My Money, an online financial education website, listed Arkansas as the no. 10 state that more people are moving to in its recent “States People Are Leaving (And Where They’re Going)” article. According to…
God won’t forget you
The world is full of people who have been beaten down. They don’t believe anyone cares about them anymore. They have been told by teachers of humanism that they are animals and they believe it. They don’t dream much anymore. There is no sparkle to a new day. They don’t look forward to tomorrow. Somewhere…
New rifle and pistol range set for Wednesday morning grand opening
The City of Warren’s new rifle and pistol range and the Warren Shooting Sports Complex will host a grand opening Wednesday, June 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. The shooting range is located at 323 Bradley Rd. 38 south of Warren.
Arkansas tripped up by Ole Miss, drops second game of CWS
OMAHA, Neb. – Arkansas and Ole Miss slugged it out early on, but the Razorbacks blinked first in a 13-5 loss on Monday night to set up an elimination game with Auburn tomorrow at the College World Series. The Hogs and Rebels traded runs in the first two innings at Charles Schwab Field with Ole…
Linda Bradley Nichols, 1941-2022
Linda Bradley Nichols age 81, of Rye, AR died Sunday, June 19th, 2022. She was born Monday, February 10, 1941 in Bradley County, AR, a daughter of the late Marvin Bradley and Georgia McKinney Bradley. She was retired from the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center for 27 years of service, she also served at the…
Flying Fortress Flyover: Historical B-17 provided unique historical airshow for Bradley County Monday
Those who were fortunate enough to be outside Monday morning around 10:30 a.m. were treated to a truly unique experience, as the beautiful blue sky above Warren was pierced by the roar of an historical icon, when the World War II B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber, Texas Raiders(N7227C), flew directly over downtown just 4,700 ft. in…
Kingsland to host concert and cookout fundraising event June 25
Kingsland will host a free outdoor concert June 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. featuring the band Euphoric Recall on First Street. Bring your own lawn chair and get ready for an evening of festivities. The Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department will be selling hamburgers and hot dog dinners. Chips and a drink are included. There will…