LITTLE ROCK – Governor Asa Hutchinson declared his unambiguous condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine today with a directive to determine whether Arkansas has business contracts with Russia and a call for “Special Days of Prayer for Ukraine.” In a letter to his 15 cabinet secretaries, Governor Hutchinson called for a review of all of…
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SAU completes GAC sweep over SWOSU with 2-1 victory
PARIS, Texas – Two runs was all the Southern Arkansas University softball team needed on Monday afternoon as they took down Southwestern Oklahoma State University 2-1 to complete the three game sweep over the Bulldogs. The Muleriders have now won six straight as they move to (10-8, 3-0 GAC). Quiet through the first 2.5 innings…
Holy Deliverance Church observed heart awareness month in February
Holy Deliverance Church of God in Christ, located at 1109 South Myrtle in Warren, observe February as heart awareness month by having women in Red followed by a balloon release in memory of those who lost their battle with heart disease. Guest speaker was Anita Shaw RN/MSN. Elder Terry Correll is pastor of Holy Deliverance…
BCMC Board meets for regular monthly business
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center board of directors made minor policy changes during their monthly meeting Thursday at the Brunson Medical Complex. Chief Financial Officer and Acting CEO Leslie Huitt said hospital volumes were “up and down compared to December.” Revenue was down by about $200,000. Private pay balances over 90 days continued…
State CTE Showcase celebration at Warren School District
WARREN, Ark. – State officials, local officials, and business and industry partners gathered Tuesday at South East Arkansas Community-Based Education Center (SEACBEC) to celebrate the career and technical educational accomplishments of Warren High School and Warren School District during Arkansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. WSD was selected by the Arkansas Department of Education:…
Warren arrest report for February 21-28, 2022
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty. Todd Saunders / 1312 Farmville Rd., Hermitage, AR / DOB 12-01-70 / DWI on 2-21-22 Marvin Davis / 433 Burnett Rd, Warren, AR / DOB 10-5-67 / disorderly…
Dana Harvey announces run for Bradley County Quorum Court
Dana Harvey announces her candidacy for District 9 Justice of the Peace to serve on the Bradley County Quorum Court. Dana is currently the Assistant Superintendent at Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center in Warren and is an Arkansas Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. She offers her expertise in organizational administration, budgeting, personnel management, and policy development…
Arkansas wins regular season finale
STARKVILLE, Miss. – Arkansas Women’s Basketball (17-12, 7-9) will head into the SEC Tournament with some momentum, as the Hogs beat Mississippi State (15-13, 6-10) 87-79 in Humphrey Coliseum on Sunday night. With the win, Arkansas finished the regular season eighth in the Southeastern Conference standings. Head Coach Mike Neighbors’ Razorbacks will meet a familiar…
Notae’s 30 points leads Arkansas past Kentucky
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – JD Notae became the first Razorback to score 30 points and have eight assists in an SEC game and Jaylin Williams recorded his 11th double-double of the year as #18/18 Arkansas defeated #6/3 Kentucky Saturday afternoon at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas improved to 4-0 versus ranked opponents this season, improves to 23-6…
Weekly Column from the Arkansas House of Representatives 2-25-22
Little Rock – The House will begin the 3rd week of the 2022 Fiscal Session on Monday. The second week was an abbreviated one due to the federal holiday and winter weather across the state. In addition to several appropriation bills, the House also passed the following pieces of legislation this week: SB87-This bill establishes…
Arkansas cotton farmers to receive 75 cents per acre rebate from the Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation
LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation (ABWEF) board of directors voted to provide a cash rebate of $.75 per acre to Arkansas cotton farmers for cotton acreage reported in 2021 under Arkansas’s boll weevil eradication program. A total of $318,000 will be returned to cotton farmers by the end of April. The…
UAM lifting mask requirement Monday
The University of Arkansas at Monticello has announced masks will be optional on UAM campuses starting Monday, February 28, 2022. See the complete announcement: Dear UAM Community, The UAM Covid-19 Command Team continues to closely monitor the number of COVID-19 cases in our area and across the country. Cases in our area have significantly dropped,…
Mainline Health receives $30K from Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation to improve oral health in Lincoln County
STAR CITY, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems, Inc. recently received $30,000.00 from the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation to help purchase supplies and equipment to establish a fully functional dental clinic in the Star City School District. Mainline Health Systems, Inc. currently operates three dental clinics throughout Southeast Arkansas. These dental clinics are located in…
Six Warren students to serve as delegates at Girls and Boys State
Warren High School has selected delegates for the 2022 Arkansas Boys and Girls State at UCA and Harding on May 29-June 3. Representing WHS at Boys State are Weston Gavin, Maeson Jackson, and Tarion Marshall. Representing WHS at Girls State are Emma Mann, T’Mya Childs, and Raven Harris. The American Legion Post sponsors these students.
Boozman celebrates National FFA Week
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) applauded the positive impact of FFA on future agricultural leaders in commemoration of National FFA Week. “FFA is sparking an interest in the field of agriculture. This is a program that provides students with the tools and knowledge to grow into the next generation of agriculture leaders. I…
Sim McCoy to seek re-election as constable
Sim McCoy has announced he is seeking re-election for his 4th term as Constable of Pennington Township. He was first elected in 2015 and has 43 years of law enforcement. McCoy is also currently auxiliary for the Bradley County Sheriff Dept. “It’s been an honor to serve Pennington Township, and I’m asking for your vote…
Sanitation issues discussed by Warren’s City Council(plus full meeting report and video)
WARREN, Ark. – Ward redistricting and sanitation issues both dominated Warren’s latest City Council meeting that took place February 24, 2022 at the Warren Municipal Courtroom. Sanitation Manager Rob Johnson informed the Council that due to a large piece of equipment breaking down, the Sanitation Department has been forced to carry waste to El Dorado.…
Planning underway for 66th Pink Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – Planning for the 66th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival started Thursday with a meeting at Bradley County Economic Development Corp. Brooke Hatch will be this year’s chairwoman. Other officers are 1st Vice Chairwoman Kenna Sparks, 2nd Vice Chairman Keeton Hudson, Treasurer Leslie Adams, Past Chairman James Wells and committee members Gwen…
Soccer Jacks host meet and greet ahead of season kickoff
A Warren Lumberjack and Lady Jack Soccer meet and greet event was held Thursday evening, February 24, 2022 at First Baptist Church’s activity center in Warren. Both the men’s and women’s soccer teams were in attendance. A meal was provided by Union Bank and Trust. The event was in part a fundraiser for Warren’s soccer…
Mulerider Baseball holds steady at No. 4 in latest NCBWA DII Top 25
PEMBROKE, N.C. – The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association announced its second NCAA Division II Top 25 rankings on Wednesday and holding at No. 4 is Southern Arkansas; the top ranked team in the Central Region for the second straight week. Following a 3-0 week, with only one win counting toward the current poll and…
Arkansas biologist honored with National award for hard work, habitat gains
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The National Wild Turkey Federation at its 46th annual national convention Feb. 18, presented Jason Mitchell, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wildlife biologist, with the Joe Kurz Wildlife Manager of the Year Award, for his outstanding management of wild turkeys and wildlife habitat management. Mitchell has worked for the Arkansas Game and…