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Monticello Defeats Star City 22-7 in Conference Matchup
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Monticello Billies earned a 22-7 victory over the Star City Bulldogs on Friday night at Hyatt Field in a key 8-4A Conference matchup. Both teams came into the game with 4-1 records, but Monticello’s defense and second-half performance proved to be the difference. Star City struck first when quarterback Jacob Boothe…
Olivia Cook Crowned 2024 Warren High School Homecoming Queen, Full Parade Video Included
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School celebrated its 2024 Homecoming in style on Friday, October 11, with a day full of festivities. The highlight of the event was the crowning of Olivia Cook as this year’s Homecoming Queen during an elegant coronation ceremony held at Lumberjack Arena. Cook, along with the rest of the 2024…
South Arkansas Drought Worsening with No Rain In Sight
Saturday Sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 63. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Sunday Sunny, with a high near 93. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Sunday Night Mostly…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-Week Six
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Warren School District Announces Early Dismissal for Homecoming Parade
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District has announced early dismissal times for students on Friday, October 11, 2024, in observance of Homecoming festivities. Students from all schools in the district will be released early to accommodate the celebration. The scheduled dismissal times are as follows: The annual Homecoming Parade will begin at 2:30 PM…
Community Meeting Scheduled for Kingsland City Hall on October 29, 2024
KINGSLAND, Ark. – Residents of Kingsland are invited to attend a community meeting on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Kingsland City Hall. This open forum provides an opportunity for locals to discuss community assets, share concerns on issues that matter most, and exchange ideas and suggestions on how to shape the future…
BCMC and Commercial Bank to Host Lumberjack Homecoming Tailgate
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center’s Rural Health Clinic and Commercial Bank are teaming up to host the annual Lumberjack Homecoming Tailgate on Friday, October 11, 2024. The event will begin at 5:30 p.m., just before the highly anticipated Warren Lumberjack Homecoming game against Hamburg. The tailgate will be held in front of the…
Youth Hunt Offers Cash Prizes at Buck Fever Festival
BANKS, Ark. – The annual Buck Fever Festival is gearing up for its youth hunt competition, which will take place on November 2, 2024, in Banks, Arkansas. Sponsored by VIA Racing and Sheriff Herschel Tillman, this event invites young hunters, ages 6 to 15, to bring in their biggest buck or doe for a chance…
Hermitage Elementary Students Receive Books Through Community Donations
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Thanks to generous donations from Saline Baptist Church, Randy Clanton Jr., Gena Wilkerson, and Jason Mann, every elementary student at Hermitage School District has received a book from the Fall book fair. The community’s support has been instrumental in ensuring that each child has a new book to take home, fostering a…
Drew County Latest County to Issue a Burn Ban
Teen Cuisine Teaches Warren High School Students Healthy Habits and Kitchen Skills
WARREN, Ark. – Teen Cuisine, a program offered by the University of Arkansas Extension, is helping teens at Warren High School become more self-sufficient in the kitchen while promoting healthy habits. Each lesson covers important topics such as nutrition, food safety, food preparation, and physical activity, empowering students with skills that will benefit them for…
Cleveland County Now Under a Burn Ban
More South Arkansas Counties Placed Under Burn Bans
Johnny’s Radiator and More Bo Show: October 9, 2024
South Arkansas High School Football: Week 7 Matchups Preview
WARREN, Ark. – 10-11-24 – The Arkansas High School Football regular season is now halfway through, and some exciting matchups are lined up across South Arkansas and beyond for this Friday, October 11. With many teams fighting for playoff positions, the stakes are high as conference play heats up. Here’s a look at the key…
UAM Women’s Golf Finish 20th Overall in Grace Shin Invitational
EDMOND, Okla. – UAM Women’s Golf completed the final round of the Grace Shin Invitational at KickingBird Golf Club on Tuesday, Oct. 8, taking 20th place with a two-round combined score of 619 (+59). Shehna Akbary led the Cotton Blossoms in the tournament, ending with a 36-hole combined score of 13-over par (153), tying for 66th after…
Food Trucks and Vendors Announced for 2024 Rison in the Fall Festival
Rison Shine Community Development, Inc. is excited to announce the participating vendors for the Rison in the Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 12. The festival opens at 12 noon to the public to eat and shop. The concerts will begin at 1 p.m. Click here for more information on the concerts. This article is a press release…
Warren High School Releases Seating Chart for Homecoming Coronation
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School has released the seating chart for Friday’s Homecoming Coronation, set to take place in Lumberjack Arena. The coronation ceremony will begin at 12:00 p.m., with doors opening at 11:40 a.m. Attendees are advised that doors will close promptly at 11:55 a.m. to ensure the event starts on time. For…
Nostalgic Nativ clothing supports AGFC conservation efforts
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has partnered with Nativ, a leading Arkansas-based outdoor apparel brand, to launch a limited edition collection of apparel benefitting the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation. Article by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The new clothing line, featuring a retro version of the AGFC’s logo, is…
Lincoln County Placed Under Burn Ban Amid Dry Conditions
STAR CITY, Ark. – As of Wednesday morning at 1:46 a.m., Lincoln County, including the Star City area, has been placed under a burn ban due to ongoing dry conditions. The ban comes amid continued concerns over wildfire risks in South Central Arkansas. Several counties have already enacted burn bans to prevent potential fires, including:…