James Stanley Hamil, “Stan”, age 71, of Warren, AR passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2025 at Chapel Woods Nursing Home in Warren, AR. He was born on January 10, 1954 in Warren, AR to Sarah Chancellor Hamil and the late James Russell Hamil. Stan loved the outdoors and animals and he never met a…
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Miranda Lasha Crain, 1974-2025
Miranda Lasha Crain “Mocha”, 50, of Warren, passed away February 1, 2025. Born April 13, 1974, to Sue Ella Crain and Tommy White. Mocha was a devoted daughter, sister, mother and friend. She truly believed in God and did her best with a Christian heart. Her greatest achievement in life was being a mother for…
Jordan’s Double-Double, Miller’s 21 Fuel Warren’s Win Over Watson Chapel
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks defended their home court with a steady, confident performance Friday night, defeating Watson Chapel 58-46 in a key conference matchup at Lumberjack Arena. This sports report is brought to you by: Warren set the tone early, jumping to a 16-7 first-quarter lead with contributions from four different Lumberjacks. Senior…
Lady Jacks Battle to the End, Fall Short to Watson Chapel in Buzzer-Beater
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks found themselves on the wrong end of a buzzer-beater Friday night, as Watson Chapel nailed a last-second three-pointer to escape Lumberjack Arena with a dramatic 50-47 victory. The heartbreaking finish capped an intense back-and-forth contest that saw Warren claw its way from a slow start to a halftime…
BCMC Partners with In-House Medical for Emergency Department Physicians
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center is excited to announce the hospital has partnered with In-House Medical to transition the staffing of Emergency Department physicians from an outsourced contract management group to more local control from BCMC. The doctors in the BCMC Emergency Department will now be official hospital staff as opposed to a…
Bradley County Students Excel at Annual Spelling Bee
WARREN, Ark. – Students from both Warren School District and Hermitage School District showcased their spelling prowess at the recent Bradley County Spelling Bee. The event brought together some of the brightest young spellers in the county, all vying for the top title. After several challenging rounds, Hermitage student, Stormy Doss, emerged as the first-place…
Warren High School to Host FAFSA Workshop and Financial Aid Night
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School is set to host a FAFSA Workshop and Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, February 25, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the WHS Library Media Center. This event is geared toward high school seniors and their parents or guardians who need help completing the Free Application for Federal…
James Stanley Hamil, 1954-2025
James Stanley Hamil, age 71, of Warren, AR passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2025 at Chapel Woods Nursing Home in Warren, AR. He was born on January 10, 1954 in Warren, AR to Sarah Chancellor Hamil and the late James Russell Hamil. Stan loved the outdoors and animals and he never met a stranger.…
David Jordan, Jr. named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to David “Deuce” Jordan Jr. for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week. He gave the Jacks a much needed spark against Hamburg. He posted double digits going for 17 points, 3 rebounds, two assist, and 3 steals. In all 11 games this season, Deuce currently leads the team in 3 point percentage…
Miller and Thomas Sign with UAM on National Signing Day
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Lumberjack standouts Tramond Miller and Neon’dre Thomas officially signed to continue their football careers at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) on National Signing Day. The signing ceremony took place Wednesday, February 5, at Warren High School. Miller and Thomas, both multi-sport athletes, were joined by teammates from the 2024…
Steven Smith Honored with BCMC’s DAISY Award
WARREN, Ark. (2/5/25) – Steven Smith, RN, earned the latest DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® in a ceremony at Bradley County Medical Center Wednesday morning. This award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day. Smith is a nurse in BCMC’s Emergency…
Warren Educator Presents Gifted and Talented Curriculum at State Meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District is celebrating one of its own as Justin Beth Woodard, the district’s Gifted and Talented Coordinator and Gifted Teacher, was invited to present a curriculum unit she created at the Arkansas Department of Education’s Gifted and Talented Quarterly meeting. Woodard’s curriculum unit, Inventors, Innovators, and Imagineers, emphasizes critical…
Addysen Powell named State Farm Lady Jack of the Week
Congratulations to Addysen Powell for being named the State Farm LadyJack of the Week! In the win over Hamburg, she shot 6 for 7 from the field for 15 points, 3 rebounds, an assist and a steal. She was 3 for 3 from the 3-point line. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM…
Greg “Big Papa Binns” Returns Home with Delta Blues Story
WARREN, Ark. – Warren native Greg “Big Papa Binns” will bring the legacy of the Delta Blues back to his hometown with a special performance and storytelling event. Titled Cross Pollination Blues, the program chronicles Binns’ time with the late CeDell Davis–one of the last original Delta Blues singers–and explores the musical heritage of Warren.…
Arkansas Celebrates Natural State Day at the Capitol with Outdoor Industry Showcase
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism hosted Natural State Day at the Capitol today, showcasing the profound economic, cultural, and recreational impact of the outdoor industry in Arkansas. Attendees experienced exhibits from over 30 outdoor recreation organizations and businesses, highlighting Arkansas’ thriving outdoor economy. Article by Arkansas Department of…
AGFC announces temporary WMA closures for feral hog control measures
LITTLE ROCK – Several Arkansas wildlife management areas will be closed temporarily to daytime public access for short periods of time during February and March. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Wildlife Services, in cooperation with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, will be conducting aerial operations to facilitate feral hog…
Diann Kathy Dodson Douglas, 1949-2025
Diann Kathy Dodson Douglas, 75 years old of Warren, AR passed away at home on Saturday February 1, 2025. Diann was born on October 23, 1949 in Monticello, AR to the late William Boyd Dodson and Viola Elizabeth Cantrell. She was preceded in death by 5 sisters and 3 brothers Ruby “Sister” McBride, Betty “Tiny” Herring,…
Ferda Mae ‘Cookie’ Young-Burks, 1947-2025
Ferda Mae “Cookie” Young-Burks, 77, of Warren, passed away January 20, 2025. Born February 9, 1947, to the late Reverend Joe Nathan and Susie Mae Young. Cookie dedicated her life to Christ at an early age and joined Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church. She took pride in being a “Bradley County WildCat.” She graduated from…
Warren High School Receives $2,500 Grant for Calming Room Initiative
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School has successfully established a new calming room on campus, thanks to a generous $2,500 grant from Arkansas Blue Cross. The dedicated space, now fully operational, was designed to support students’ mental and behavioral health by providing a peaceful environment for relaxation and stress management. School officials have expressed enthusiasm…
Bradley County Medical Center Physician Serves as ‘Doctor of the Day’ at Arkansas State Capitol
WARREN, Ark. – Dr. Leisa Spence, an Emergency Room physician at Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC), was recently honored at the Arkansas State Capitol as the “Doctor of the Day†during a legislative session. While at the Capitol, Dr. Spence was introduced on the floors of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, where…