Bobby Ray Williams, age 85, passed away on September 9, 2021 at his home in Warren, Arkansas. He was born in Hermitage, Arkansas on January 18, 1936 to John Henry and Annice Howsen Williams. Bobby graduated from Hermitage High School in 1953. After completing high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and…
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El Ranchito donates $1,000 to Make Warren Shine
Local restaurant El Ranchito recently made a $1,000 donation to Make Warren Shine, the volunteer organization working to improve the look and feel of downtown Warren. Pictured making the donation on behalf of El Ranchito is Rigoberto Castro.
2021 marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States
For those of us old enough to recall September 11, 2001, we cannot help but remember where we were and what we were doing when we either heard about or saw the attack on our country by al Qaeda. In a well planned and well executed attack, terrorists hijacked four passenger planes and began to…
Brunson students place flags at the Y in honor of the lives lost during September 11 and the war that followed
Students from Mrs. Mellisa Hopson’s fourth and fifth grade Brunson Elementary School Community Team arrived Friday morning, September 10, 2021 to place flags at the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County as a memorial honoring the lives lost during the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001, 20 years ago tomorrow. The flags…
Third Market On Main happening Saturday from 8-12
Market On Main, the new farmer’s market and shopping Saturdays that were launched several weeks ago to widespread appeal, are set to host their third event Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. According the event organizers, at least 20 vendors are scheduled to be setup Saturday selling all sort of goodies,…
New movie ‘Mayberry Man’ evokes the spirit of small-town southern life at its best
Wednesday evening, with popcorn in hand, I sat down in my recliner and relaxed for about an hour and a half as I took part in an online pre-screening of a movie I was fortunate enough to be a contributor to the production of over two years ago titled, Mayberry Man, a film which celebrates…
Changes to east Arkansas hunting areas planned to save duck habitat
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Director Austin Booth announced last Thursday at a special press conference that the AGFC will make changes to existing water management schedules on three of Arkansas’s popular wildlife management areas to protect critical habitat for wintering waterfowl. Henry Gray Hurricane Lake WMA, George H. Dunklin Jr. Bayou…
AGFC planning Women’s Outdoor Weekend Oct. 1-3
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host a special women’s outdoor weekend October 1-3 with workshops throughout the state to help ladies learn how to hunt, fish and be a larger part of conservation in Arkansas. The weekend of small workshops replaces this year’s traditional Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Workshop at the…
Carnice “Stiffy” Gilbert, 1924-2021
Mr. Gilbert was born on April 10, 1924 to the late Hurley and Doris Gilbert of Jersey, Arkansas. Of this union, he was the oldest of six children. Three sisters precede him in death, the late Elnor Childs, Charlie Mae Strong, andMary Gilbert, leaving Reba Pickett and Joe (JoAnn) Gilbert of Warren, AR. Mr. Gilbert…
Razorback Men’s Basketball announces SEC schedule
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas and the SEC announced the Razorbacks’ 2021-22 conference schedule with the league opener is set for Dec. 29 at Mississippi State. Arkansas opens 2022 by hosting Vanderbilt on Jan. 4. Other home games in January include Missouri (Jan. 12) and back-to-back home games versus South Carolina (Jan. 18) and Texas A&M (Jan.…
Make room in your freezer for deer season and help beat hunger in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry will hold a special “freezer cleanout day” at the Bass Pro Shops in Little Rock, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 25. Any hunter who wishes to donate processed meat or money to help feed needy families in Arkansas is encouraged to join in the event.…
Arkansas’s scenic byways lead to fall color
Arkansas is one of the top fall color destinations in the country. The state has three national forests, the Ozark, the Ouachita and the St. Francis, that make wonderful destinations to experience the beauty of the season. From the ridges of the Ouachita and Ozark mountains to the Delta flatlands, Arkansas highways offer some incredibly…
COVID-19 vaccination clinic to be hosted at the Warren vs. Stuttgart game this Friday
A free COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be held during Warren’s game this Friday, September 10, 2021 against the Stuttgart Ricebirds at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. For anyone not vaccinated against COVID-19, this is a fantastic opportunity to go ahead and get your first shot. The Clinic is open to both Warren and Stuttgart fans. Any…
Hembree speaks to Warren Lions Club
Warren Lumberjack Football Head Coach Bo Hembree presented the program for the Warren Lions Club, Wednesday, September 9, 2021 during the Club’s monthly meeting at Molly’s Diner. Pictured with Hembree is Warren Lions Club President Gregg Reep.
Nikki King wins Library’s September Candy Jar Giveaway
Nikki King recently won the Warren Branch Library’s September Candy Jar Giveaway. King guessed the exact amount of 54 candies in the jar. Tune in October 4, 2021 for the Warren Branch Library’s next Candy Jar Giveaway.
Audrey Lee Childs Trotter, 1940-2021
Audrey Lee Childs Trotter was born in Banks, Arkansas on July 7, 1940 to the late Arthur and Mary (Daniels) Childs. She affectionately became known as “Tillie” in her early childhood and it’s a name that she would never outgrow. She departed this life on August 28, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock,…
Life Touch Hospice receives Hospice Honors for third straight year
El Dorado, AR (September 2, 2021) – The Hospice Honors is a landmark collection of hospices providing the best patient and caregiver experience. This prestigious annual review recognizes hospices that provide the highest level of quality as measured from the caregiver’s point of view. Life Touch Hospice, a SHARE Foundation agency, is one of those…
Arkansas Women’s Basketball announces 2022 SEC Schedule
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas Women’s Basketball’s 16-game 2022 Southeastern Conference slate has officially been released, the league office announced today. The Hogs will tip-off the new conference season on the road for the second straight season, when they head to Ole Miss to take on the Rebels (Dec. 30). Following the conference season opener, the…
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Mary Louise Porter’s art to showcase during October at the South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado
Contemporary landscape artist Mary Louise Porter’s latest show will exhibit October 1 to October 27, 2021 at the South Arkansas Arts Center in El Dorado. Porter’s work involves experimenting with colors, lines, and shapes abstracting from reality. She works with acrylic, paper, plaster and other mediums to engage the viewer emotionally as well as visually…
Check out the full Bradley County Fair and Livestock Show schedule of events
The Bradley County Fair and Livestock Show is set to start Wednesday, September 8, 2021 and run through September 11, with a host of events on the schedule. Schedule of events: Wednesday, September 8, 2021 Allotment of Booths 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Enter Home Economics Exhibits 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Enter Livestock Exhibits 3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Thursday,…