WARREN, Ark. – A Private Applicator Training will be held on January 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Bradley County Cooperative Extension, located at 201 North Bragg St., Warren, AR, 71671. The cost of the training is $20. For questions or to register to attend, please call 870-226-8410.
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Janet Burkhardt, 1949-2025
Janet Burkhardt age 75 of Herbine, AR died Friday, January 3, 2025 at the Woods Nursing Home in Monticello, AR. She was born Monday, November 14th 1949 in Warren, AR a daughter of the late R. B. Rauls and Lucille Stewart Rauls. Janet was retired from Armstrong Flooring Company in Warren, AR with over 35 years…
Warren Basketball Teams Compete in Jessieville Tournament Over Holiday Break
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lady Jacks and Lumberjack basketball teams hit the court over the Christmas break at the Jessieville Tournament, showcasing resilience and determination against tough competition. This sports report is brought to you by: Lady Jacks Tournament ResultsOn December 27, the Lady Jacks fell to Conway Christian 45-31 but rebounded on December…
Rev. Charles W. Cauley, 1941-2024
Rev. Charles W. Cauley age 83, of Hermitage, AR departed this life for his heavenly home on December 31st, 2024. He was born on August 24th, 1941 in Queen City, TX a son of the late Loys Cauley and Connie Yates Cauley formerly of Queen City, TX. Charles was an ordained minister for over 40 years,…
Weevils Basketball Take on Henderson State in First Home Game of 2025
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Men’s Basketball team returns to the court for the first time in 2025 at home on January 4 at 3:00 p.m. The Bolls Weevils are set to take on the Reddies of Henderson State University as they continue their 2024-25 campaign. “Henderson State is really tough, physical,…
Herman Lester Kitchel, 1944-2025
Herman Lester Kitchel, age 80 of Warren, AR died Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at The Woods of Monticello Health and Rehabilitation in Monticello, AR. He was born on May 23, 1944 in Bradley County, AR to the late Elza Kitchel and Mary Ellen Carr Kitchel. He was a member of First Assembly of God Church.…
Simple Simon’s Pizza Returns to Warren with Preview Night January 6, Grand Opening January 7
WARREN, Ark. – Simple Simon’s Pizza is officially making a comeback in Warren with a brand-new location at 202 W Cedar. To celebrate, the restaurant is hosting a special Preview Night on Monday, January 6, offering free samples and an exclusive drive-thru event from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. During the Preview Night, customers in line…
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City of Warren New Year’s Day Schedule
WARREN, Ark. The City of Warren has announced its municipal schedule in observance of New Year’s Day tomorrow, January 1, 2025. The Warren Municipal Building will be closed for the holiday, but essential city services will remain operational. Commercial garbage collection will run on its normal schedule, ensuring no disruptions for local businesses. Public safety…
Impressive bulls top elk harvest
JASPER — Twenty elk were harvested during Arkansas’s 2024 season, including some impressive bulls, according to Wes Wright, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s elk program coordinator. By Jeff Williams Editor, Arkansas Wildlife Magazine Of the 20, 14 were taken on private land and six from public land. Nine were bulls and 11 were antlerless. All nine…
A Winter Wonderland of History: Warren’s Record 28-Inch Snowfall of 1876
As Arkansas embraces the mild winters of today, it’s fascinating to reflect on a winter day in 1876 that transformed Warren and the surrounding regions into a snow-covered wonderland. On December 31, 1876, a historic snowstorm swept across the southern half of Arkansas, blanketing Warren in an astonishing 28 inches of snow—an event that still…
Bradley County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Christmas Parade Float Contest Winners
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 2024 Christmas Parade float contest, celebrating the creativity and holiday spirit showcased during the annual event. Taking home the 1st place prize was the First Presbyterian Child Care Center, which was recognized with a photo taken during their festive Christmas…
Judy Kay Savage, 1953-2024
Judy Kay Savage age 71, of Banks, AR died Saturday, December 28th, 2024 at her home in Banks, AR. She was born August 7th, 1953 in Camden, AR a daughter of the late Wallace Buddy Benson and Attie Lou Roberts Benson. She was employed with Wayne Courson Company for 20 years and Pine Bluff Sand…
Carl Mitchell, 1926-2024
Carl Mitchell (United States Navy WW ll veteran) age 98, of Warren, AR died Saturday, December 28th 2024 at the Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. He was born February 5th, 1926 in the Hebron Community of Cleveland County, AR a son of the late Joseph Lafayette Mitchell and Ida Lillian Hall Mitchell. Carl retired…
Heavy Rainfall Causes Washouts, Portion of Eagle Lake Rd. Closed
HERMITAGE, Ark. – A multi-day heavy rain event this past week caused significant damage to several county roads in Bradley County, leading to closures and ongoing repair needs. Among the affected areas, Eagle Lake Road (Bradley 53) south of Bradley 25A Road South was closed Saturday due to washed-out conditions. Bradley County announced the closure…
Watch out for the redds during winter trout trips
MOUNTAIN HOME – As anglers head out to some of The Natural State’s world-class trout tailwaters for a shot at a trophy trout this winter, please remember to watch out for the many nests (called redds) they’re making as part of their annual spawning run. Unlike warmwater species that prefer a spring-to-summer spawning season, Arkansas’s…
Groundbreaking New Arena for Little Rock Lightning Set to Transform Arkansas Sports and Community Engagement
The following is a submitted article from the Arkansas Lightning: LITTLE ROCK – December 27th, 2024 – The Little Rock Lightning is proud to announce plans for a state-of-the-art arena that will serve as a hub for professional basketball and community growth in Little Rock. With an estimated budget of $30 million, this ambitious project…
Warren Country Club to Host New Year’s Eve Party and Steak Dinner
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Country Club is set to host a New Year’s Eve Party and Steak Dinner on December 31, 2024, inviting both members and non-members to join the festivities. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. and will run until 1 a.m., offering attendees a choice of a Ribeye for $31.99 or…
Gerald “Jake” Dwain Greenwood, 1939-2024
Gerald “Jake†Dwain Greenwood, age 85, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Heartland Nursing Home in Nashville, TN. He was born on November 26, 1939 “in a little shack on the Castleberry place†in Warren, AR to the late Herman Abram Greenwood and Ruthie Mae Jones Greenwood. After serving his country in the…
Northwest Arkansas hunters asked to help harvest collared deer
JASPER — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is wrapping up a four-year population study concerning the effects of chronic wasting disease and is asking hunters for their help recovering the deer tagged for the project. During the last four years, researchers from the University of Georgia have trapped adult male and female deer and…
Janet (Kathy) Doggett, 1954-2024
Janet (Kathy) Doggett age 70 of Warren, AR passed away peacefully Saturday December 21st, 2024. Kathy was born August 12th, 1954 in Helena, AR to Billy Smith and Helen Campbell. She was a Baptist and a Warren High School graduate. She worked for LaDonna’s as an inspector in the finishing department and a CNA for many…