This feature is indeed a Pastime but also a tribute to a fine couple, sadly, who recently passed one within one month of each other here in Warren. Sam and Fufa Fullerton were indeed a team. United in marriage for 69 years and if one paid close attention to the goings on in Warren in…
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Hayden Lassiter and Ronnie Barton win ASGA 2-man Golf Scramble at Hot Springs Country Club
Hayden Lassiter and Ronnie Barton came from behind to win the ASGA 2-man Scramble at Hot Springs Country Club March 4 and 5. They shot 63-64 for a total of 17 under over two days. Photo by Hannah Lassiter.
Hermit men’s soccer team finishes runners-up in Nettleton tourney
The Hermitage Hermit Soccer team recently finished as runners-up in the 2023 Raider Invitational hosted by Nettleton High School. The Hermits defeated West Memphis 3-1 and Nettleton 1-0. They dropped their final game of the tournament to Searcy 1-0 to take the runners-up trophy. The Hermits are led by head coach Cody Jones.
Farmer’s Daughters Trade Days continues Saturday at the Bradley County Fair Grounds
Around 500 people attended the first day of Farmer’s Daughters Trade Days in Warren Friday, March 10, 2023. The new temporary craft market event opened to the public for shopping Friday morning and the crowd was steady. Well over 50 vendors were busy selling all sorts of homemade goods, from soaps and spices to jewelry…
ASP Lt. Alex Krneta speaks to Warren Lions Club
As of Thursday, Troop F of Arkansas State Police, based in Warren, is under new leadership. Lt. Alex Krneta, assistant commander of Troop F since August, revealed to Warren Lions Club on Wednesday that Capt. Scott Woodward had retired after 36 years of service. Woodward has served as commander of Troop F since April 2018.…
Chances come, but Warren held scoreless in loss to Hope in first home match of 2023
WARREN, Ark. – Playing in front of their home crowd at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium in Warren for the first time this season Friday night, March 10, 2023, the Warren Lumberjack Soccer Club dropped their second match of the season in a tight contest to the Hope Bobcats by the final of 1-0. Warren keeper…
First half goals too much to overcome in Lady Jack loss to Hope
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jack Soccer club lost their home opening match at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium in Warren Friday night, falling to the Hope Lady Bobcats by the final of 3-0. The visitors from the 4A South Conference, Hope, put the Lady Jacks under a bit of early pressure. Warren keeper Angie…
Garcia named Que Lindo Michoacan Man of the Match vs. Hope
Lumberjack winger Jose Garcia earned Que Lindo Michoacan Man of the Match honors for his outstanding performance in Warren’s Friday night match vs. the Hope Bobcats. Garcia was integral to Warren’s offensive attack and defensive solidarity. He pressed well and nearly leveled the score with a beautiful first half bit of individual skill. Garcia was…
Cortes’s tough performance in goal earns her Que Lindo Michoacan Lady of the Match vs. Hope
Warren Lady Jack Angie Cortes was named the Que Lindo Michoacan Lady of the Match for her outstanding performance in Warren’s loss to Hope Friday night, March 10, 2023. The Warren goalkeeper frustrated the Hope forward line, making save after save. Her play in goal helped keep Warren within striking distance throughout most of the…
Verna Heard Ford, 1922-2023
Verna Heard Ford, 101, of Lexington, MS., formerly of Stephens, AR, passed away March 4, 2023. Born February 18, 1922, she was a daughter of the late John L. Heard and Clara Green. She accepted Christ as her savior at an early age. She received her education in Stephens, AR. She was united in marriage…
Mainline Health Systems Warren Clinic to hold grand reopening after renovations
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) announced on Monday the grand reopening of its Warren Clinic that has recently undergone more than $325,000 in renovations thanks to the American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Health Centers grant from HRSA. When visiting the updated facility, patients will enter a centralized lobby opposed to three…
Three Warren students attend HOSA Competition
The following students represented SEACBEC at Arkansas State HOSA Competition March 6th and 7th in Hot Springs: Ana Romero, Cristal Castillo, and Bryleigh Bickers. Cristal Castillo won silver in Extemporaneous Writing.
Lumberjack spring sports scheduling changes: Baseball and Softball rained out Thursday, Lumberjack men’s soccer adding March 13 match
WARREN, Ark. – A few scheduling changes were announced Thursday for Lumberjack Baseball, Softball, and Soccer. This Lumberjack spring sports update is brought to you by:
Saline River Chronicle donates children’s books by late author Glenn Lansdale to Warren reading program
Saline River Chronicle donated copies this week of the children’s book “Let’s Go Fishin” to the Eastside Elementary Media Center honoring the memory of Glenn Lansdale, a Warren native and author. Pictured are Rob Reep owner of Saline River Chronicle, Cassidy Cathey, Eastside Media Specialist, and Sara Weaver, Eastside Principal. The books will be given…
Southark Spotlight: Community effort underway to promote the joy of reading
It’s time for a new episode of Southark Spotlight, our monthly series which sits down to discuss someone, some business, or organization that is making an impact in South Arkansas. This month we sat down with Rhonda Williams of the Warren School District to discuss the RISE Community Award Program. Please enjoy the following article:…
Mattie Louise “Granny” Wolfe, 1928-2023
Mattie Louise “Granny” Wolfe, 94, of El Dorado, formerly of Banks, AR left her earthly home March 2, 2023 in El Dorado. She was born November 22, 1928, to James Emmett Case and Goldie Myrtle Dean Case in Arkadelphia. She was a member of Banks Missionary Baptist Church. Granny was the vibrant, loving, matriarch of…
Seven Warren students to attend Arkansas Boys and Girls State
Warren High School has selected delegates for the 2023 Arkansas Boys and Girls State. Representing WHS at Boys State are Maxx McGaha, Terence Roberson, Alex Ayala & Landon Milton (not pictured). Representing WHS at Girls State are Sarah Forrest, Alice Regalado, & Victoria O’Neill (not pictured). The American Legion Post sponsors these students.
2022-23 deer harvest up from 2021-22 season
LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas’s 2022-23 deer season concluded Feb. 28, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s deer program coordinator expects the final harvest totals to finish higher than last year’s 181,379 total, but likely down about 15,000 deer from where the state has averaged during the last decade. “I’d expect around 185,000 deer harvested…
Aerial surveys show slight increase in Arkansas elk population
JASPER, Ark. – Arkansas Game and Fish Commission biologists took to the skies during the last two weeks to evaluate the status of Arkansas’s elk herd, and preliminary results indicate the population is again on the rise. Wes Wright, elk program coordinator for the AGFC, said the initial tally of elk during the surveys was…
Ag Department hosts “Free Tree Fridays” in recognition of Arbor Day
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In recognition of National Arbor Day, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division will be hosting giveaways of bare root seedlings at various locations across the state each Friday from March 17 through April 28. “Adding trees to your yard or to a community forest is beneficial to all Arkansans, and…
Courthouse tower lights look gorgeous beaming over downtown Warren
Take a drive around the court square sometime soon one evening and take a gander at the new tower basking in a beautiful nightlight recently installed. The lighting on the tower is a really nice addition to the project. It can be seen from some distance away and adds a unique ambiance to the downtown…