WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing Warren man, Rodney (Rod) Dean Riedel, age 58. According to a statement released by the sheriff’s office, Mr. Riedel was last seen on the night of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. He was spotted leaving…
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Bradley County Man Convicted on Multiple Felony Charges Following Jury Trial
Article submitted by 10th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney’s Office WARREN, Ark. — On August 6, 2025, Derek Logan Simmons was convicted by a jury in the Circuit Court of Bradley County, Arkansas, on three felony counts stemming from a May 2023 drug and weapons investigation. The charges arose from a search conducted on May 24,…
Warren School District Shares 2025–2026 Traffic Map and Reminders
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District (WSD) has released its official traffic and parking map for the 2025–2026 school year, asking parents and community members to review the outlined procedures ahead of the first day of school. The map details designated routes and drop-off areas for Warren Elementary, Brunson, Warren Middle School, and Warren…
Marsha Berry Kelley, 1949-2025
Marsha Berry Kelley, of Conway, Arkansas, formerly of Warren, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her warm and welcoming personality, sharp intellect and dry sense of humor. She was…
South Arkansas Futures forming 6U Coach Pitch Team for Area Youth
WARREN, Ark. – A new opportunity is opening up for young athletes in South Arkansas as the South Arkansas Futures organization works to create a 6U coach pitch baseball team for children from Monticello, Woodlawn, Star City, Warren, and surrounding communities. Organizers are seeking players who will still be 6 years old as of May…
Citywide Fire Ban Until Further Notice
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Fire Department has officially placed the City of Warren under a fire ban, prohibiting all outdoor burning within city limits until further notice. The decision comes amid heightened concerns over dry conditions and increased fire risk in the area. Residents are urged to comply with the ban to help ensure…
Zackary Robert Burks II
Zachary Robert Burks II, 81, departed this life peacefully on August 1st, 2025. Born to the late Zackaris Robert Burks and Bernice Price Burks, Zachary lived a life of service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his family and community. Affectionately known as Zack, Brother Zack, ZB, and Uncle Zack, he was a devoted father to…
Union Bank Treats Warren School Staff to Back-to-School Lunch
WARREN, Ark. – Union Bank & Trust Co. helped kick off the 2025–2026 school year in a delicious way by providing cheeseburgers for Warren School District staff during a special appreciation lunch held Tuesday. Bank employees set up several tents on campus and grilled fresh cheeseburgers for school staff members as they lined up to…
Hermitage School District to Provide Free Meals to All Students Through 2029
HERMITAGE, Ark. – All students at Hermitage Elementary and Hermitage High School will continue receiving free breakfast and lunch through the 2028-2029 school year, following an announcement by the Hermitage School District that it will participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for four additional years. According to a press release issued by the district…
Bradley County and Southern Arkansas Under Moderate Wildfire Risk
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County and much of southern Arkansas are currently under a “Moderate” wildfire danger level, according to an update shared by the Bradley County Rural Fire Department on Monday morning. The wildfire danger map, published at 7:27 a.m. on August 4, shows a large portion of southern Arkansas counties, including Bradley, Cleveland,…
Mayor Reep Visits Mainline Health Systems to Issue National Health Center Week Proclamation
WARREN, Ark. – On Tuesday, August 5, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep visited Mainline Health Systems’ Warren Clinic to issue a proclamation in recognition of National Health Center Week. Mainline Health Systems shared their appreciation in a social media post, thanking Mayor Reep for taking the time to honor the occasion. “Thank you, Mayor Gregg Reep,…
McClay Receives National Kappa Kappa Psi Leadership Award, Chapter Honored
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Noah McClay, a recent graduate of the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), has received the J. Lee Burke Student Achievement Award for Leadership from the Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity in recognition of his contributions during his time at UAM. Presented to only four members nationwide each year, the…
Arkansas Wildlife Action Plan available for public comment
LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and its conservation partners have completed initial revisions to the Arkansas Wildlife Action Plan, the guiding document for conserving Arkansas’s most at-risk species and their habitats in The Natural State. As part of the revision process, the AGFC is asking for public comments on the plan,…
UAM Professors Publish Multidisciplinary Book on Machiavellianism, Tribute to McKee
Article submitted MONTICELLO, Ark. — Two professors at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) have set out to challenge and reimagine conventional perceptions of a renowned political theorist. Dr. Eric Prichard, associate professor of psychology, and Dr. Carol Strong, professor of political science, have co-edited and contributed to a new book, “Machiavellianism: Political Strategies,…
Log Truck Accident Monday North of Saline River
WARREN, Ark. – A log truck accident occurred Monday morning approximately 0.6 miles north of the Highway 63 Saline River Bridge, temporarily shutting down traffic according to reports. Emergency personnel responded to the scene. The condition of the driver has not been released at this time. The cause of the accident has not yet been…
South Bradley Street Closed Between Parks and Beaver for Repairs
WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren Street Department has announced that South Bradley Street is closed to traffic between Parks Street and Beaver Street due to road repairs. Crews are working on improving the road surface, and the area will stay closed until the work is complete. Drivers are asked to use other routes…
Star City Team Wins 2025 San Lucas Cup, Tournament Raises Funds for Local Warren Church
Star City emerged victorious as champions of the 2025 San Lucas Cup, concluding an ongoing community soccer tournament hosted in Warren to benefit St. Luke Catholic Church. The tournament, organized by the San Lucas Catholic community, spanned several weeks and brought together teams, volunteers, and supporters from across the region for spirited competition and fellowship.…
Warren Peewee Lumberjacks Win 2nd Annual Queze Bowl
HAMBURG, Ark. – The Warren Peewee Lumberjacks, made up of 5th and 6th grade athletes, captured the championship title at the 2nd annual Queze Bowl held in Hamburg over the weekend. The young Lumberjacks are coached by Roshaun Fellows. Information and photo courtesy of Daniel Williams.
Robot Hand Could Harvest Blackberries Better Than Humans
Article submitted FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Fresh, frozen and processed berries are a multi-billion-dollar business in America. In Arkansas alone, fresh-market blackberries contribute $24.3 million each year to the state’s economy. But these delicate blackberries sold in clamshells at supermarkets must be picked by hand, and farm labor has been limited in recent years. A new…
Warren School District Reminds Parents of New Statewide Cell Phone Law
WARREN, Ark. – As the 2025–2026 school year begins, Warren School District is reminding parents and students about a new statewide policy restricting the use of cell phones and other personal electronic devices during the school day. The policy is based on Arkansas Law SB 142, officially titled the “Bell to Bell, No Cell Act.”…
Ashley County Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Drug Conviction
Article submitted ASHLEY COUNTY, Ark. – Tenth Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain announced that Reginald Nalls, 48, was convicted by a jury on July 29, 2025, for possession of over two grams of methamphetamine, a class C felony. Investigator Tad Huntsman with the Ashley County Sheriff’s office received information about Nalls that led to…