HERMITAGE — The Hermitage School District will hold registration for its ABC Pre-K program for the 2026-2027 school year on Thursday, July 16. The enrollment event will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. in the cafeteria at Hermitage High School. Parents and guardians should bring the following documents for each student being enrolled: Families…
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Bradley County Sheriff’s Office Joins National Speed Enforcement Campaign
WARREN, Ark. — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is participating in a nationwide speed enforcement campaign aimed at reducing dangerous driving and improving roadway safety. The campaign, conducted in partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, runs from July 10 through July 31. During the enforcement period, deputies will place an increased emphasis on…
Book Appointments Online with the Drew County FSA Office
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is putting farmers first by offering a new option to schedule appointments online with the Drew/Bradley/Calhoun County Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Following a successful pilot program, FSA is using a digital appointment platform across the agency to allow producers to conveniently make farm program or farm…
YMCA Announces Return of Community Back-to-School Bash Aug. 8
WARREN, Ark. — The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County has announced the return of its annual Back-to-School Bash, with this year’s event scheduled for Friday, Aug. 8, from 5 to 8 p.m. In a social media announcement, the YMCA teased the event with the message, “You asked, we listened… BAM, here…
Arkansas Wildlife Weekly Fishing Report
July 9, 2026 Jim Harris By Jim Harris, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Managing Editor Arkansas Wildlife Magazine We’ve had this photo in our Fishing Report collection for a few weeks now, and it helps cool us off just looking at it as the July heat sets in. Guide Austin Kennedy, who reports to us…
Annual Lumberjack Golf Tournament Set for July 25–26 at Warren Country Club
WARREN, Ark. — Golfers from across South Arkansas are invited to tee it up later this month as the Annual C.A. Milton/Shane Lamb Lumberjack Golf Tournament returns to the Warren Country Club on July 25–26. The popular event will feature a 3-man scramble format with both morning and afternoon tee times available over the two-day…
South Arkansas Blue Chips Announces 10U Major/AAA Baseball Tryouts
WARREN, Ark. — Young baseball players looking to compete at a high level will have an opportunity next month as the South Arkansas Blue Chips host tryouts for their 10U Major/AAA team. Tryouts are scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, in Warren. According to the organization, players who are unable to attend the scheduled session…
Reminder: Mt. Carmel youth department to host pop-up shop in Warren July 11
WARREN, Ark. — Mt. Carmel MBC Warren’s Youth Department will host its first pop-up shop Saturday, July 11, at George Walker Playground. The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 510 N. Walnut St. in Warren. Organizers said the gathering will feature vendors, products and an opportunity for community fellowship. Vendor spaces…
William Arthur Anders “Andy”, 1947-2026
William Arthur Anders “Andy”, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, surrounded by his family at Bradley County Medical Center. He was born on June 1, 1947, in Warren, AR to the late Arthur Calvin Anders and Iris Janet Reynolds Anders. Andy was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church and was baptized in…
New Partnership Brings UAM Bachelor’s Program in Business to UA Cossatot
On Wednesday, Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas (UA Cossatot) and the University of Arkansas at Monticello unveiled a new partnership designed to expand affordable higher education opportunities in Arkansas. This initiative allows UA Cossatot students to earn bachelor’s degrees from UAM while remaining in southwest Arkansas and benefiting from some of the…
Hermitage Student Registration
From the Hermitage School District: Thursday, July 16, 2026 is our last signing day for early student registration for the 2026-2027 school year. School Staff Members will be set up in the High School Cafeteria on this day from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. to assist with Student Registration packets.
Woodlawn Students Earn Honors at Summer 4-H Competition in Malvern
Several Woodlawn School District students earned top placements during a summer 4-H competition held in Malvern. Woodlawn’s Paisley Place received first place in the Junior Human Development category. Other Woodlawn Bears also brought home honors in a range of project areas. LJ Temple placed second in Junior Safety, while Riley Luker earned fourth place in…
Annual Groundwater Report Reinforces Need for Arkansas Water Plan
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture has released its 2025 Arkansas Groundwater Protection and Management Report, detailing groundwater monitoring, water levels, conservation programs and water use across the state. The report was issued pursuant to the Arkansas Groundwater Protection and Management Act of 1991 and provides an overview of groundwater conditions during…
Weevil Football 2026 Season Tickets Now Available
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Arkansas-Monticello Football season tickets for the 2026 season are now on sale, UAM Athletics announced on Monday. This fall, the University of Arkansas at Monticello Athletic Department invites alumni, families, fans, and friends to return to campus and be part of the game-day atmosphere as UAM football hosts five home contests. Season ticket…
DAR Perpetual Flag Program Concludes at Bradley County Courthouse
WARREN, Ark. — The Chicot Trace-Captain Robert Abernethy Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has concluded its Perpetual Flag Program with the presentation of a commemorative plaque at the Bradley County Courthouse. The program, originally sponsored several years ago by the local chapter when it was known as the Captain Robert…
City of Hermitage Plans Back-to-School Bash July 27
The City of Hermitage will host a Back-to-School Bash for students in the Hermitage School District on Monday, July 27. The event is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will include school supplies for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Organizers noted that backpacks will not be provided. In addition to school supplies, the…
2026 UAM Volleyball Season Tickets on Sale Now
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Season tickets for the 2026 UAM Volleyball campaign are on sale now, announced the UAM Athletics Department on Monday. Entering her third season leading the program, Head Coach Arlicia Ortiz is joined by new Assistant Coach Mirela Polete Vasconselos, who begins her first season with UAM Volleyball. The Blossoms will embark on their 22nd season of…
Free Veterans Legal Clinic Set for July 24 in Monticello
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Veterans from across Southeast Arkansas are invited to a free legal clinic Friday, July 24, in Monticello. The Delta Justice Center and the Bowen School of Law Veterans Legal Services Clinic will host the event from 2 to 4 p.m. at VFW Post 4515, located at 148 Veterans Drive. The clinic will…
Bradley County Extension Office to Host Welcome Reception for New Agriculture Agent
WARREN, Ark. — The Bradley County Extension Office will host a come-and-go reception Friday, July 17, welcoming new Agriculture Agent RJ Martin to the community. The reception is scheduled from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Bradley County Extension Office. Hosted through the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Research and Extension, the event will…
Donald “Don” W. Hunter, 1940-2026
Donald “Don” W. Hunter, age 86, of Warren, AR. (Rye) peacefully entered his heavenly home on July 4, 2026. Born on March 23, 1940, in Star City, Arkansas, Don was the son of the late Orie Hunter Sr. and Vera Dearman Hunter. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life was…
Roy Chester Green, 1950-2026
Roy Chester Green, 76, of Warren, passed away June 20, 2026. Born April 18, 1950, to Flossie Mae Allison and Lee Edward Green. He was a graduate of Desha High School, class of 1969 in McGehee, AR. He was employed with Potlatch Corp. for 36 1/5 years before his retirement. He was married to Helen…