LITTLE ROCK — Fast action and the excitement of wing-shooting during an Arkansas dove season as summer draws to a close are back again this weekend. Nineteen of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s wildlife management areas will offer acreage dedicated to public access dove hunting when the season opens Saturday, Sept. 6. Another four…
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Thomas Rex Larance, 1946-2025
Thomas Rex Larance (#44), age 78, of Warren, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at St Johns Place in Fordyce, AR. He was born September 26, 1946, in Warren to Fred C. Larance and Myrtle L. Rhodes Larance. Tommy grew up in Warren, AR excelling in multiple sports and earning a reputation of being…
Hermitage Huddle Reunion Set for October 4
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Former students, teachers, employees, and guests of Hermitage schools are invited to gather for the annual Hermit Huddle Reunion on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Hermitage Community Center. Doors will open at 10:00 a.m., with lunch served at noon. The cost is $25 per person attending, and reservations must be made…
Cook Street Closed for Repairs from Bradley to Hickory
WARREN, Ark. – Cook Street, from Bradley to Hickory, is shut down until further notice as crews work on road repairs. The announcement was made Thursday afternoon by Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes while the work is underway.
Josiah Steen named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Josiah Steen for being named the State Farm Lumnerjack of the Week! In the season opener against 5A Greenbrier, he had 13 receptions for 207 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also had 11 tackles on defense. CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
Johnny’s Radiator and More Bo Show: September 3, 2025
Weevil Football Set to Open 2025 Season at Southeastern Oklahoma State
Article submitted by UAM Sports MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team travels to Durant, Oklahoma, this week to take on Southeastern Oklahoma State University in the 2025 season opener. The campaign will mark the 112th season of program history. Coming off a 54-22 loss at home to school rival Southern Arkansas in the 99th annual…
BCMC Board Meets for August Gathering
WARREN, Ark. (8/28/25) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 28 inside the conference room at the hospital with financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals among the items discussed. The meeting began with the minutes from the July meeting approved unanimously followed by Controller Matt…
Small Chance of an Afternoon Shower Wednesday
Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 2pm and 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind. Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Calm wind. Thursday Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming west southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Thursday Night Clear,…
Mainline Health Systems, Inc. receives grant from Entergy Arkansas
Article submitted MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems, Inc. was recently awarded $465.00 in grant funding by Entergy Arkansas to support MHSI’s mission of Providing the Highest Quality Clinical Services to All by purchasing pediatric pulse oximeters specifically designed for young patients. These devices provide precise and non-invasive measurements of oxygen saturation levels and heart…
Virginia ‘Frisk’ Hampton, 1940-2025
Virginia ‘Frisk’ Hampton, 85, of Warren, passed away August 22, 2025. Born August 13, 1940, to the late Kenny Charles ‘KC’ and Esther Hampton. Virginia received her early education within Bradley County Public Schools and graduated from Bradley County High School in 1959. She joined Bethel AME Church at a young age. She was a…
Edna Faye Taylor, 1935-2025
Edna Faye Taylor, age 90, of Warren passed from this life to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2025 at Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff, AR. She was born on January 7th, 1935 to the late Clifton H. Rodgers and Irene Isbell Rodgers of Rye, AR. She attended Woodlawn High…
Missing Warren Man Rodney Riedel Found Deceased
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Friday that missing Warren man Rodney (Rod) Dean Riedel, 58, has been found deceased. “UPDATE: It is with the permission of the family, and with our deepest sympathy, to inform that Rodney Dean Riedel has been found,” the sheriff’s office stated. “Mr. Riedel was found North…
Warren School District Honors Warren Bank & Trust for Scoreboard Donation
WARREN, Ark. – At halftime of Friday night’s Warren Lumberjacks vs. Greenbrier Panthers game, the Warren School District recognized Warren Bank & Trust for their generous donation of the district’s new video scoreboard at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. Superintendent Bryan Cornish presented a plaque of appreciation to Thomas Frazer of Warren Bank & Trust, along…
HopePlace Warren Hosting Annual Fundraising Banquet October 14
WARREN, Ark. – HopePlace Warren will host its annual fundraising banquet on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Immanuel Baptist Church in Warren. The evening will begin with a silent auction at 5:45 p.m., followed by the program at 6:45 p.m. This year’s theme is “Life is Worth Defending – Together Towards Tomorrow.” The program will…
Arkansas Pumpkin Pest Arrives Early, Growers Urged to Scout
LITTLE ROCK — While the cooler temperatures have many Arkansans gearing up for fall, melonworm has found its way into the state’s pumpkin patches and extension horticulture specialist Aaron Cato is urging growers to scout early and often. Melonworm is a pest of cucurbit crops — a family that includes pumpkins, squash and watermelons — that…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-Week 0, 2025
Lumberjacks Strike Early, But Greenbrier Pulls Away Late
WARREN, Ark. – Aug. 29, 2025 – The Greenbrier Panthers used a six-touchdown night from senior running back Enoch Assan to hand the Warren Lumberjacks a 57-32 loss in their 2025 regular season opener at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. This game report is brought to you by First Quarter Warren set the tone early. On…
Union Bank Donation Supports WHS Tennis Team With New Equipment
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren High School Tennis Team has received a boost heading into its season thanks to a generous donation from Union Bank, Randy Rawls, and Tricia Wilkinson. The donation has provided the program with an abundance of brand-new tennis balls, ensuring players are well-equipped as they prepare for competition. School officials and…
Hermitage Announces 2025 Homecoming Court
HERMITAGE, Ark. – Hermitage High School has announced its 2025 Homecoming Court. The following students will represent the Hermits as members of this year’s court: Homecoming festivities will be held later this football season, with additional details to be released by Hermitage School District at a later date.
Donny(Don) Charles Burch, 1947-2025
Donny (Don) Charles Burch, aged 78, of Warren, Arkansas, passed away on 24 August 2025 surrounded by his daughter and nieces. Born on 13 March 1947 in Collins, Arkansas, Don lived a life marked by his love of the outdoors and great sense of humor. Don is survived by his children: Angela Burch (Amy Young)…