Floyd James Taylor, Jr., was received by his Lord on June 17, 2026, at Chapel Woods Health and Rehabilitation in Warren, Arkansas. He was born November 2, 1945, in Warren, Arkansas, of Floyd James Taylor, Sr. and Margaret Aileen Tate Taylor. He graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in 1967 with a major in Religion and was…
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Lloyd Darwin Hall, 1952-2026
Lloyd Darwin Hall, age 73 of North Little Rock, AR died Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 at the John L. McClellan Veteran Hospital in Little Rock, AR. He was born August 14th, 1952 in Little Rock, AR a son of the late Elmon Hall and Alma Forrest Hall. Lloyd grew up in the Sylvan Hills area…
Commercial Bank celebrates Pink Tomato Open House, announces tomato winners
Commercial Bank recently thanked the community for stopping by and celebrating during its annual Pink Tomato Open House. The event was held as part of the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival season and gave visitors a chance to enjoy fellowship, refreshments, and one of the area’s favorite summer traditions. Commercial Bank also announced its tomato…
Bradley County 4-H Members Compete at District O-Rama
Bradley County 4-H members recently traveled to Malvern to participate in 4-H District O-Rama, a competitive event that showcases the hard work, project learning and skills members have developed throughout the year. O-Rama features more than 40 contests in which 4-H members can compete. Participants advance through county, district and state levels, with State O-Rama…
Entergy Arkansas offers tips for staying cool andcutting energy costs this summer
Shares easy ideas for boosting efficiency and lowering electric bills LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – As the official first day of summer approaches and temperatures continue to rise, air conditioners will start running full blast and lead to an increase in electricity usage. However, staying cool and comfortable does not have to come at the cost…
Two South Arkansas Educators Use Fellowships to Benefit Region
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Knowledge and leadership skills that two South Arkansas educators gained through master’s degrees and fellowships benefit not only their students, but their districts. They share that knowledge with teachers and administrators. Hope Caruthers of Warren and Kirby Gibson of Hampton both were chosen as IMPACT Arkansas Principal Fellows and took part in…
BCMC to hold mock mass casualty drill Friday as part of Mini-MASH Camp
Bradley County Medical Center will hold a mock mass casualty incident Friday, June 19, at 3 p.m. as part of its 2026 Mini-MASH Camp. The simulated incident will take place on the lot north of the hospital, adjacent to Church Street. Hospital officials emphasized that the event is a training exercise only and not a…
Margaret Ann Johnson, 1937-2026
Margaret Ann Johnson Starnes, 89, of Cabot, met her Lord and Savior face to face on Sunday, June 14, 2026. She was born January 12, 1937 in Jersey, Arkansas to the late James Carl and Emily Mae Porter Johnson. Margaret had several jobsthroughout her life including bookkeeper, church secretary and her most rewarding as a…
Susan Elizabeth Best, 1959-2026
Susan Elizabeth Best, age 66 of Hermitage, AR died Monday, June 15, 2026 at Conway Baptist Medical Center in Conway, AR. She was born July 4, 1959 at the Bradley County Medical Center in Warren, AR, a daughter of the late Joe Best and Lizzie Huitt Best. Susan was raised in the Ingalls Community, growing…
Food Truck Friday & Farmers Market to Benefit Rison School Supply Drive
RISON, Ark. – Residents of Rison and the surrounding area will have an opportunity to enjoy great food, shop local vendors, and support local students during the upcoming Food Truck Friday & Farmers Market event on Friday, June 19, at Pioneer Village. The event will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Pioneer…
Junior Auxiliary Reschedules Annual Children’s Benefit to Aug. 15
WARREN, Ark. – The Junior Auxiliary of Bradley County has announced a new date for its annual Children’s Benefit fundraising event after an unforeseen conflict with a vendor required organizers to make a scheduling change. The event, themed “Shining and Dining,” will now be held on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the…
UAM-CTC To Hold 2026 Commencement Exercises on June 25
The University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-Crossett (UAM-CTC) will hold its commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2026 on Thursday, June 25, at 2 p.m. at the Crossett High School Arena. Doors will open at 1 p.m. Over 150 graduates will be recognized with the awarding of certificates of proficiency, technical certificates…
UAM Receives $500,000 for Wellness Center From Windgate Foundation
The University of Arkansas at Monticello has received a $500,000 grant from the Windgate Foundation to establish the Weevil Wellness Center, a state-of-the-art, integrated health facility dedicated to serving UAM’s students, faculty and staff. The grant, which runs through March 2027, will enable the transformation of 2,500 square feet of campus space into a facility…
Junior Auxiliary Coloring Contest Draws Strong Participation During Pink Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – The Junior Auxiliary of Bradley County celebrated a successful turnout for its Pink Tomato Festival Coloring Contest, with dozens of young artists submitting colorful entries during the annual community celebration. The organization thanked the children and families who participated and congratulated the winners across three age divisions. “We had so many amazing…
Arkansas National Guard Flyover to Pass Over Warren, Monticello and Other South Arkansas Communities June 30
WARREN, Ark. – Residents of Warren, Monticello and several other South Arkansas communities are being encouraged to look to the skies on Tuesday, June 30, as the Arkansas National Guard brings its “Fly Over Arkansas” celebration to the region. The four-day statewide aviation event, scheduled for June 29 through July 2, is part of Arkansas’…
Reminder: YMCA Peewee Cheer Registration Open for Upcoming School Year
WARREN, Ark. — The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County has announced that registration is now open for YMCA Peewee Cheer for the upcoming school year. The program is open to girls entering 3rd through 7th grade. According to information released by the YMCA, registration forms may be picked up and returned…
Warren High School Announces 2026-27 Student Orientation Schedule
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School has announced details for its 2026-27 student orientation sessions, which will take place at Lumberjack Arena prior to the start of the upcoming school year. According to information released by the school, orientation for incoming freshmen and all new students will be held on Thursday, July 30, at 10…
Warren City Pool Seeks Community Support for Swim Passes, Family Programs
WARREN, Ark. — The Warren City Pool is asking for the community’s help as it works to provide opportunities for local children and families throughout the summer. In a recent social media post, pool officials announced a fundraising effort aimed at supporting programs that benefit area youth and enhance the pool experience for families. According…
Murderer Sentenced to 60 Years in Deadly McGehee Shooting
Press release submitted by Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain’s office: McGehee, Arkansas — June 9, 2026 — Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain announced today that Johntavious Owens has been sentenced to a total of 720 months (60 years) in the Arkansas Department of Corrections following his conviction for the fatal shooting of Kevin Morgan in McGehee. The…
Reba M. Black, 1936-2026
Reba M. Black, age 89 of Euless, TX formerly of Warren, AR passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on October 6, 1936, in Rye, AR to the late William Ray Kimbrell and Eleanor Lowein Mills Kimbrell. Reba retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, now AT&T…
69th Annual All Tomato Luncheon Celebrates Tradition, Agriculture, and Community
WARREN, Ark. – One of the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival’s most cherished traditions returned Friday as community members gathered at First Methodist Church in Warren for the 69th Annual All Tomato Luncheon. Hosted by the Bradley County Extension Homemakers, the luncheon featured an all-tomato themed menu while celebrating the agricultural heritage that has been…