Monticello, Arkansas – What started with a plan to move on in five years turned into a three-decade love affair between Professor Paul B. Francis and the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Francis is set to retire after 34 years at UAM and 37 years as an agricultural educator and soil scientist. “I came to…
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Retiring professor Francis builds scholarship to keep helping students
Monticello, Arkansas – Professor Paul Francis, who is bringing a 34-year career at the University of Arkansas at Monticello to a close, wants to continue helping students, even in retirement. “The one thing I wanted to do was leave something behind. I’ve been grateful to UAM for giving me this opportunity,” he said. “The students…
Weekly Column from the Arkansas House of Representatives 12-10-21
Legislation providing the largest state income tax reduction in state history has now been signed into law. Act 1 and Act 2 are identical pieces of legislation passed by the 93rd General Assembly in the special session held this week. These acts will reduce the top income tax rate for individuals from 5.9% to 4.9%…
The Christmas Memory Tree
This is the story behind the Christmas tree on the Martin lot, from Warren Mayor Denisa Pennington: This tree has a story to tell. After my best friend, classmate and 5th grade boyfriend, Bob Roddey passed away I took a little cedar seedling from where he was buried. I took it to my childhood home…
Give love on Christmas: Bohemia Cares keeping communities COVID free
BOHEMIA Cares is honored to support low-income families in (Bradley and Drew counties) Arkansas for a second year with a turkey and bike giveaway set for Saturday, December 18. In efforts to slow the spread of the Coronavirus in rural communities, we have partnered with Pinnacle Family Medicine and RHEA Medical Support Services (RMSS) to…
Treylon Burks tabbed AP All-SEC
Fayetteville, Arkansas – Three Arkansas Razorbacks were selected to the 2021 Associated Press (AP) All-SEC First and Second Teams, as junior WR Treylon Burks was named to the first team, while junior C Rickey Stromberg and senior LB Bumper Pool earned second team recognition. Burks posted one of the best seasons by a receiver in…
Dry conditions still prevail with Saturday’s restart of duck season
LITTLE ROCK – Duck season restarts for waterfowl hunters on Saturday, Dec. 11, and those hunters maybe facing worse conditions than when the 60-day season officially opened Nov. 20. “It’s doing nothing but getting drier on the landscape,” Luke Naylor, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission waterfowl program coordinator, said Wednesday. “Conditions may be declining,…
Hermitage students compete in local spelling bee
Last Thursday, December 2, 2021, Hermitage Elementary and Middle School conducted the local school spelling bee of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. The winners of the 2nd/3rd grade competition were Jackie Hernandez (right), first place; Jensen Harrod (middle), second place; and Anderson Rowell (left), third place; 4th,5th,& 6th grade competition winners were Drake Atkins(right), first…
UAM December Commencement adjusted for forecasted inclement weather
Monticello, Arkansas – Due to forecasted inclement weather, the University of Arkansas at Monticello will hold its mid-year commencement exercises on Friday, Dec. 10, in the Steelman Field House. Commencement will be split into two ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for the 10 a.m. ceremony and 11:15…
News Item: All SEC WR Treylon Burks Declares For NFL Draft by Gary Thomas
Hogtoons artist Gary Thomas was kind enough to allow us to publish his cartoon featuring Warren’s own Treylon Burks. Gary’s Facebook page Hogtoons features his wonderful artwork featuring all things Razorbacks. Be sure to hop on over to Gary’s Hogtoons Facebook Page and give his page a like! We really appreciate Gary allowing us to…
Warren Christmas parade moved to Saturday
Based on the weather forecast calling for thunderstorms Friday evening, the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday that the Parade set for this weekend has been rescheduled to Saturday, December 11 at 5:30 p.m. Saturday’s Market on Main will carry on as previously scheduled.
Warren’s own Treylon Burks declares for the NFL Draft
Fayetteville, Arkansas – Warren Lumberjack alum and Arkansas Razorback wideout Treylon Burks announced via twitter that he is foregoing his senior season at Arkansas and declaring for the NFL draft. I have had many restless nights praying and talking with my family regarding this decision. With that being said I have decided to opt out…
Bradley County Medical Center holds lengthy monthly meeting
Warren, Arkansas – The Bradley County Medical Center met for its regular monthly meeting for the month of November, 2021, December 2. There were actually four separate meetings in accordance with law. The first was a meeting of the Bradley Medical Foundation, then the Bradley Medical Services, then the Bradley Medical Systems, and finally the…
Santa and Mrs. Claus visit Warren ABC Preschool
Santa and Mrs. Claus visited the Warren ABC Preschool this week. They came to spread Christmas joy to all the good preschoolers. Santa was Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hammons.
Warren Band performs “The Sounds of Christmas” concert
The Warren Band Department presented “The Sounds of Christmas” musical program Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Warren Cultural Center. The program consisted of selections from Warren’s Jazz Band, the Beginner Band, Middle School Band, and Senior High Band. This is an annual Christmas event for the Warren Band Department. Photos by…
Brunson spelling Bee winners announced
First Place- McKenley Bryant, Second Place- Eden Castillo, Third Place- Liam Boyd McKenley and Eden will compete in Bradley County Spelling Bee in January.
Arkansas cruises past Charlotte
Fayetteville, Arkansas – JD Notae recorded his sixth career double-double – first as a Razorback – while Jaylin Williams and Davonte Davis each produced career highs to lead #10/12 Arkansas (9-0) to an 86-66 victory over Charlotte Tuesday night at Bud Walton Arena. Notae scored 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds – all on the…
UAM conducts emergency-preparedness drill
UAM recently conducted an emergency-preparedness drill simulating an active-shooter scenario. Afterwards, a release was sent out to students and staff once again explaining the days events. Dear Faculty, Staff, and Students, UPD conducted an emergency-preparedness drill from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., on November 24, 2021. The exercise took place at the Fred J. Taylor…
Weather contingency plans announced for Warren’s Christmas celebration this weekend
The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce announced Wednesday their contingency plans for both the Warren Christmas Parade and the Christmas Market set for this weekend, December 10 and 11, 2021. Contingency plans for Parade and Market in case of inclement weather: Friday – if raining Friday evening, the parade will be postponed till Saturday at…
Burks one of three Razorbacks named All-SEC
Fayetteville, Arkansas – Arkansas earned three spots on the 2021 Coaches All-SEC First and Second Teams, as junior WR Treylon Burks and senior CB Montaric Brown were named to the first team and senior LB Bumper Pool earned second team recognition. Burks posted one of the best seasons by a receiver in program history, recording…
Second annual Mrs. Beverly Reep Memorial 5K Run/Walk accepting entries now
The second annual Mrs. Beverly Reep Memorial 5K Run/Walk is now accepting entries for the event December 26, 2021. Once again this year, the event is being held virtually, which means that once signed up, runners and walkers may take part in the event at their own convenience. The event was established in 2020 to…