Saline River News previously reported this, but this is an official press release with further info from the event organizers: The team of Tori Milton of Crossett and Laurie Taylor of Magnolia shot a four-under-par 68 to win the First Flight of the Warren Ladies’ Scramble on Wednesday, July 15, at Warren Country Club. Sonia…
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Bingo Night set for Sept. 10 at Bradley County Fair
WARREN, Ark. – Bingo players will have an opportunity to compete for prizes, including a special $100 cash award, during Bingo Night at the Bradley County Fair on Thursday, Sept. 10. The games will begin at 6 p.m. at the fair, with bingo cards available for $2 each. Organizers are inviting experienced players and newcomers…
Bradley County Extension to offer beginning sewing class for youth
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Extension Office will offer a beginning machine sewing class for students ages 8 to 15 on Aug. 3, Aug. 5 and Aug. 7. Each session will begin at 10:30 a.m. The class will introduce students to sewing equipment, the parts of a sewing machine, threading and winding a bobbin,…
James Charles Jackson Jr., 1956-2026
James Charles Jackson Jr., 70, of Pine Bluff, formerly of Warren, passed away July 10, 2026. Born May 23, 1956, to the late James Sr. and Ester Mae Jackson. James accepted Christ at an early age and became a faithful member of St. James AME Church, where he worshipped and served the Lord throughout his…
City of Warren placed under burn ban
WARREN — The City of Warren was placed under a burn ban Monday morning, July 20, city officials announced. The ban applies to properties within the Warren city limits. Residents should refrain from outdoor burning until the restriction is lifted. The burn ban is limited to the City of Warren at this time. Bradley County…
Milton and Taylor Win Warren Country Club Women’s Golf Tournament
WARREN, Ark. – Tori Milton and Laurie Taylor captured the championship during the Warren Country Club Women’s Golf Tournament, which brought local golfers together for a day of competition and fellowship on the course. The Warren Country Club congratulated the winning team following the tournament, describing their performance as a fantastic victory. Organizers also thanked…
Bradley County Fair Seeks Nominees for Dunking Booth
The Bradley County Fair and Livestock Show is inviting the public to nominate local residents to participate in its dunking booth fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Community members may nominate a local celebrity, coach, teacher, business owner, first responder, political candidate or anyone else they believe would be a good…
Donald Stuard, 1935-2026
Donald Stuard, age 90, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Countryside Health and Rehab in Jasper, Arkansas. He was born August 26, 1935, in Sumpter, Arkansas, and was a former resident of Sumpter for many years. He was the oldest child of Anuel Richard Stuard and Vera Mae Smith Stuard, and he graduated from…
Wilmar All-School Reunion set for Sept. 5
WILMAR, Ark. — Former students, classmates and friends of Wilmar schools are invited to attend the 2026 Wilmar All-School Reunion on Saturday, Sept. 5, at the Wilmar Community Center. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m., allowing attendees time to visit and reconnect with former classmates. The reunion program will begin at 5 p.m. Tickets are…
As fall approaches, UADA experts urge cattle farmers to consider cool-season grasses
By Ryan McGeeney University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture experts are urging the state’s pasture managers to gear up for winter by planting cool-season grasses in the fall. Jonathan Kubesch, extension forage specialist for the Division of Agriculture, said that Arkansas offers some unique challenges to farmers, being in a…
AGFC Proposes Waterfowl Hunting Draw for Portion of St. Francis Sunken Lands WMA
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission at today’s meeting in Little Rock heard the first reading of a regulations proposal from AGFC staff to establish a drawn permit hunt opportunity for waterfowl on a roughly 1,000-acre portion of the 30,000-acre St. Francis Sunken Lands Wildlife Management Area in northeast Arkansas. By Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game…
Entergy Arkansas expands summer customer care events,offering free fans and bill assistance across the state
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As summer temperatures continue to climb, Entergy Arkansas is expanding in-person customer care events across the state, including an additional event in Little Rock at the Watershed Family Resource Center where a limited number of free fans will be available to help customers stay cool during the hottest months of the…
UAM to Host Fall Concert Featuring Patrick Averill
The stage is set for an exciting new campus event at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. On Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., UAM will kick off the fall semester with an outdoor concert featuring country act Patrick Averill. The event will also include yard games, refreshments and opportunities for students to connect…
Jury Sentences Ashley County Man to 112 Years on Drug Trafficking Convictions
ASHLEY COUNTY, AR — The Tenth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain announced that an Ashley County jury has convicted Aaron Dewayne Rice on multiple felony drug charges and sentenced him to a total of 112 years in the Arkansas Department of Correction. Article submitted by District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain‘s Office The conviction stems…
Ervin Edward Henry, 1938-2026
Ervin Edward Henry age 87 of Warren, Ar passed away on Tuesday, July 14th , 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born Saturday September 24th, 1938 to the late Ed Henry and Epsie Ivey Henry. Ervin was a farmer and a very hard worker; he was always in the outdoors hunting…
8th Annual Hattie’s Hot Rods Car Show Set for Sept. 12 in Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Classic cars, custom trucks, motorcycles, food, and family fun will return to Monticello this fall as the 8th Annual Hattie’s Hot Rods Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show takes place on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Monticello Sports Complex, located at 1930 Highway 278. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3…
Food Truck Friday and Farmers Market set for July 17 at Pioneer Village
RISON — Pioneer Village will host a Food Truck Friday and Farmers Market from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 17, at 200 Yaney Drive in Rison. The community event will feature food, local farmers and artisans, along with games and activities for families of all ages. Organizers are encouraging visitors to come hungry, shop…
Warren Jr. Jacks announce 2026 football schedule
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren Jr. Jacks have announced their 2026 football schedule, featuring five home dates, four road games and a preseason scrimmage. Warren will begin the season Thursday, Aug. 20, by hosting McGehee for a 6 p.m. scrimmage. The Jr. Jacks will then travel to Sheridan on Aug. 27 for their first regular-season…
Warren School District Shares Summer EBT Information for Local Families
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren School District is encouraging local families to check whether they qualify for Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer assistance, which provides additional grocery benefits while children are out of school. Qualifying families can receive $120 per eligible school-aged child to help purchase groceries during the summer. According to information shared by the…
Warren School District announces 2026-27 orientation schedule
The Warren School District has announced orientation dates and times for students attending ABC Preschool, Warren Elementary School, Brunson Elementary School, Warren Middle School and Warren High School during the 2026-27 school year. Thursday, July 30 Warren Middle School Warren High School Friday, July 31 Warren High School Tuesday, August 4 ABC Preschool Brunson Elementary…
Save on back-to-school spending during tax-free weekend starting Aug. 1
By Rebekah HallUniversity of Arkansas Division of Agriculture LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas families planning for back-to-school shopping can take advantage of the 2026 Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday, which runs Aug. 1-2. This year’s sales tax holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, and end at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2. All…