Despite the devastation of the March fire at Warren High School that deemed the choir room and its contents a total loss, the program has continued to thrive. “We have had a great year coming off of Virtual Learning and a pandemic that left so many performing arts programs in question around the world. It’s…
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BCMC Staff served donut breakfast and fish and chicken lunch Friday to round out Hospital Week
State Representative Jeff Wardlaw and State Senator Ben Gilmore sponsored a donut breakfast for BCMC employees Friday for Hospital Week. The BCMC administration team provided a free fish and chicken strip lunch to employees on Friday in honor of Hospital Week as well.
May 15-21 is National Police Week
From patrolling morning rush hour to responding to a domestic call late at night, we ask a great deal from our men and women in law enforcement. We cannot thank them enough for their selfless service. The Governor issued a proclamation declaring May 15-May 21 as National Police Week. Sunday, May 15 is designated as…
Hospital staff served barbecue and ice cream Thursday in honor of National Hospital Week
Legacy Rehabilitation served hospital employees a free barbecue lunch to the staff at the Bradley County Medical Center Thursday, May 12, 2022. Union Bank sponsored Adams Ice Cream Truck for each employee to get a free treat. They were on site from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and then again for the night shift employees…
Ronald Martin, Jr. receives Junior Auxiliary scholarship
Each year, Junior Auxiliary of Warren presents a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating senior, in the form of $250 per semester, for eight semesters. The recipient may be a full-time student of any major, however, preference is given to a student majoring in a field of study associated with children. Based on the applications and…
Windgate Foundation awards UAM $205,415 grant for scholarships, nursing and lab upgrades
MONTICELLO, Ark.—The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is pleased to announce that the Windgate Foundation has approved a multi-year grant totaling $205,415 for the university. The funds are designated to support three areas at UAM: need-based scholarships, nursing instructors and lab upgrades. The grant period will run from April 1, 2022, through June 30,…
Southark Spotlight: Doug Spencer
Saline River Chronicle recently sat down with local Doug Spencer for our latest episode of Southark Spotlight, the monthly program which highlights an individual or business making a positive impact in the South Arkansas community. In this episode, we chat with Mr. Spencer primarily about his career as a track athlete.
Jacks end positive season with a State Playoff loss to DeQueen
WARREN, Ark. – Soccer season officially came to a close for the Warren Lumberjacks Thursday afternoon as the orange and black fell to DeQueen in the opening round of the 2022 4A State Playoffs by the final of 7-0. Played on the hottest day of the soccer season to-date, Warren found some early success in…
Avery accepts South Arkansas Community College scholarship
Derrick Avery Jr., a senior at Hermitage High School, has accepted a Shirley Jean Hicks Russell African American Family and Friends Day Endowed Scholarship to attend South Arkansas Community College this fall. The son of Latoya Jackson and Derrick Avery Sr. of Hermitage is a member of the basketball, track and field and football teams,…
Phone issues fixed at Warren PD
According to the Warren Police Department, all issues with the phone system have been dealt with. Both cell phones and landlines may call the Police Department. 911 is also still fully operational.
Phone issues happening Thursday morning at Warren PD, 911 is operating normally
According to the Warren Police Department, land lines are out at the Warren PD. Cell phones are coming through, but land line calls are not reaching the Department’s normal phone number. 911 is working. Again, if you need emergency services, 911 is working.
Three sentences handed down after plea bargains in local cases
Within the last couple of weeks three criminal cases have been concluded in Bradley County Circuit Court based upon plea bargains. They are as follows: Defendant-Richard J. BarrettJudge Crews PuryearCharges-Use or possession of controlled substance and paraphernalia to manufacture methamphetamine/cocaineSentence-36 months in prison, 36 months suspended plus feesIn a second case the defendant received another…
Watch Warren High School’s 2022 Graduation Ceremony live at 7:00 p.m. CST
The Warren School District is live-streaming to 2022 Warren High School graduation ceremony. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. and is being held at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium in Warren. If you would like to watch the ceremony live, see the video player below:
Hermit runner Joseph Garay wins 1A State Title in the 3200 meter heat
Hermitage Hermit Joseph Garay recently won the Arkansas 1A State Championship in the 3200 meter run. Joseph also placed 2nd in the mile. Congratulations to Joseph! Photo courtesy of Hermitage High School.
HopePlace Warren Director Wendy Curry speaks to Lions Club
Wendy Curry, director of HopePlace Warren, spoke to Warren Lions Club Wednesday, May 11, 2022 during their regular meeting at Molly’s Diner. She is shown with Lions President Gregg Reep. Photo by Tim Kessler.
Local youth compete in 4-H District Broiler BBQ contest
Bradley County takes District Broiler BBQ contest in Arkadelphia with the 1st and 2nd placements in the Senior Division. Bradley County also took the 1st placement in the Junior Division that was held in Little Rock. Michaela Stanley won 1st place and Emmanuel Strong won 2nd in the competition held in Arkadelphia, and Jack Chambers…
Hermitage School Board discusses cell phone use by students at School
The Hermitage School Board met in monthly session May 9, 2022. After reviewing all reports, the Board discussed changes in the school handbook relating to the use of cell phones by students during school hours. After additional study by faculty, students and administration, the Board will consider final changes to the school handbook. Next the…
Master Gardeners virtual auction offers garden gifts and more
LITTLE ROCK — Supporting beautification and landscape projects across Arkansas while scoring some good shopping deals is as simple as participating in this year’s Master Gardeners virtual auction, opening May 13. The auction is part of the annual Master Gardener State Conference taking place May 19-21 in Springdale, Arkansas. The virtual auction opens at noon…
June Dinner Pageant returning to Wilmar’s Juneteenth Celebration
Official release from Dinner Pageant organizers: We are excited to bring back our traditional June Dinner Pageant in conjunction with the Wilmar Juneteenth Celebration 2022. We are seeking participants ages 0-12 and ages 13-18/ The schedule dates for the pageant is June 3 at 5:30 p.m. and June 5 at 5:00 p.m. All activities for…
Find every AGFC fish attractor with your phone or fishfinder
LITTLE ROCK — Last month Jon Stein, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission fisheries biologist in northwest Arkansas, had the opportunity to present to AGFC commissioners and the public the highlights from the latest large-scale habitat project at Beaver Lake. Biologists created 145 new fish attractor locations during the project, but it’s only the tip of…