The Warren Fire Department is set to host its annual Firemen’s Ball Saturday, February 5, 2022 at the Warren Country Club. The annual event costs $35 a ticket. That includes a steak dinner and entertainment. Those who wish to purchase the dinner to go may do so. In addition to the dinner, there will be…
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Jayden Grider named All-State in Cheerleading
Warren Lumberjack Cheerleader Jayden Grider was recently named All-State in Cheerleading. This is the first in Warren Lumberjack Cheerleading history. Grider is a senior at Warren High School.
City of Warren has dogs available for adoption
Clinton Webb, Warren’s Animal Control Officer, recently visited with SRC to make the public aware of dogs that have been picked up and are being kept at the City’s Animal Shelter. At this time the facility has 17 dogs, 5 puppies and 12 adults available to be looked at. “First of all we ask residents who…
UAM Chancellor addresses mask resolution
Dear UAM community, We continue to be concerned about protecting the health and safety of faculty, students and staff in light of the COVID-19 Omicron Variant. The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees’ resolution regarding masks/face coverings continues to be in effect. Students, faculty, staff and guests, regardless of vaccination status, must wear masks/face…
Driver’s license testing site closures this week
According to Troop F Communications of the Arkansas State Police, there are two days of driver’s license testing site closures this week. The Monticello driver’s license testing site is closed today, Tuesday, January 4, 2022. The Warren driver’s license testing site is closed Thursday, January 6, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact Troop…
Softball set to start February 28 with Warren on the road at Woodlawn
The 2022 Warren Lady Jack Softball season gets rolling February 28 as the orange and black travel to Woodlawn for their opener. 18 games are on the schedule, with eight home games set to take place at the Warren Complex. Warren’s first home game will take place March 1 as the Lady Jacks host the…
2022 Lumberjack Baseball takes to the diamond February 28
In 56 days the Warren Lumberjack Baseball club will step up to the plate for their season opener at home as they host Hampton at 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 28, 2022. The Warren Baseball schedule for 2022 features two in-season tournaments, including the Ralph Gross Memorial Tourney and the Pulaski Robinson Invitational. Warren’s first road…
Chapel Woods says thank you to the community
Chapel Woods Health & Rehab thanks everyone who visited, sang, sent cards, donated snacks and gifts, or otherwise contributed to our residents having a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Chapel Woods Health & Rehab
Warren arrest report for December 28, 2021-January 3, 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. Richard Montgomery Jr. / 924 St. James, Warren, AR / DOB 7-22-96 / Bench warrant, FTA Burglary, theft, and robbery on 12-31-21
Today marks the 73rd Anniversary of the 1949 Warren tornado
Monday, January 3, 2022 is the 73rd anniversary of the tragic tornado that hit Warren in 1949. It is a time so many of who grew up in Warren in the 1950’s, 60’s and early 70’s were told about over and over. That storm was a disaster legend to several generations of young people growing…
Matthew Aaron Boyd, 1979-2021
Matthew Aaron Boyd age 42 of Warren, AR passed away Friday, December 31, 2021 at St. Vincent in Hot Springs, AR. He was born February 11, 1979 in Warren, AR to Barbara and the late Randy Boyd. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. Matthew leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife; Kayla…
Happy New Year from Saline River Chronicle
Welcome 2022! Happy new year to our readers! We thank you all so much for your support. Our staff at Saline River Chronicle looks forward to continuing to serve the Warren and greater Bradley County communities throughout this new year.
Active COVID-19 cases nearly double in Bradley County in recent days
Since the beginning of this week, active COVID-19 cases in Bradley County have nearly doubled. According to the Arkansas Department of Health’s COVID website, a few days ago Bradley County was reporting 16 cases. As of Friday, 31 cases have been officially confirmed locally. This steep increase in cases in such a short period of…
A major snow storm, new school constructions, and successful vaccine rollout-Here are the biggest Warren and Bradley County headlines of 2021
As 2021 comes to a close, let’s take a look back at the biggest local stories of the year on Saline River Chronicle. From the local successes of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, the semifinalist Warren Lumberjack Football team, and the ground breaking on Warrren’s new school and basketball arena, to the tragedies of homes damaged…
Reminder of the City of Warren and Bradley County schedules for New Year
Remember the notice previously published in SRC with the New Year holiday schedule. The Warren Municipal Building will be closed December 31, 2021, and there will be no garbage pickup. The Emergency Services Center will be open. The Bradley County Courthouse will be closed and the landfill will be closed December 31. The regular garbage…
City of Warren hosts retirement reception for outgoing Building Official and Sanitation Manager Mike May
Officials, employees, family and friends gathered Thursday afternoon, December 30, 2021 at the Warren Municipal Building to wish Mike May a happy retirement. As of January 1, 2022, Mike is retiring as City of Warren Building Official/Sanitation Manager. Included in the picture is Mayor Pennington, Council Members Emily Moseley and Angela Marshall, Mr. May and…
Reminder of fireworks law within Warren’s City limits
Remember, the law states that fireworks can be discharged within the Warren City Limits, but must cease by 10:00 p.m., except for December 31 and July 4. Fireworks should always be discharged safely and should be done only on private property with permission. Violation of the ordinance is subject to a fine of from $25.00 to $100.00 per…
Weekly column from the Arkansas House of Representatives 12-30-21
The Arkansas General Assembly will convene for the 2022 Fiscal Session on Monday, February 14. Preparations for that session will begin in the next two weeks. Beginning January 11, the Joint Budget Committee will hold a series of meetings designed to begin the process of outlining a budget for the next fiscal year. Budget hearings…
Bigham posts double figures for eleventh consecutive game as Jacks end Holiday Tournament run
Monticello, Arkansas – Warren’s Commercial Bank Southeast Arkansas Holiday Tournament run came to an end Wednesday, December 29, 2021 as the Lady Jacks just came up shy against a talented Parkers Chapel squad in the consolation portion of the bracket by the final of 38-29. Once again the Lady Jacks came out swinging early in…
Lumberjacks accomplish another great football season
The 2021 Arkansas High School football season recently ended with champions being crowned for Classes 2,3,4,5,6 and 7A. Warren, which competed in class 4A came up just short of playing for yet another state title, finishing in the semi-finals. This means for the second year in a row, the Lumberjacks finished in the top 4…
Hunters hopeful for latest push of winter-like weather
Little Rock, Arkansas – As this week’s Waterfowl Report was being composed Wednesday morning, an usual sight was occurring: A steady rain was falling. Tha’s the best news for duck hunters in some time around these parts. The hope among most hunters is that this first line of rain passing through Arkansas at midweek won’t…