The Rotary Club of Warren met for the first of two meetings this month on Tuesday, April 8 at First Methodist Church. The club heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarians Olivia Cook and Kylee Ozment before moving to the program for the afternoon. Rotarian Marnette George introduced Jamie Courtney of Kids First in Warren.…
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Ronnie Joe Thompson, 1947-2025
Ronnie Joe Thompson, 77, of Malvern, passed away Friday, March 28, 2025, in Hot Springs.He was born October 4, 1947, in Pine Bluff.Ronnie graduated from Woodlawn High School and attended the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He received an honorable discharge from the Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. Ronnie entertained his shipmates with letters from…
Warren Municipal Building to Close April 18 in Observance of Good Friday
Warren, Ark. – 4-8-25 – The City of Warren has announced that the Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. In addition to the closure, there will be no garbage pickup services that day. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for the temporary changes in city services.…
Bradley County 4-H Members Tour Historic Washington State Park Over Spring Break
WASHINGTON, Ark. – Bradley County 4-H members recently visited Historic Washington State Park in Washington, Arkansas, during Spring Break for an educational field trip packed with history and hands-on learning. The town of Washington, once the Confederate capital of Arkansas, offered students a look into the state’s past through preserved buildings, artifacts, and interactive demonstrations.…
Warren High School Agri Students Earn Industry Certifications
Warren, Ark. – 4-7-25 – Several Warren High School agriculture students have earned nationally recognized certifications this school year, showcasing their dedication to animal science, veterinary medicine, and conservation. Under the instruction of Mr. Raines, students completed credentialing programs through Elanco and Ducks Unlimited, gaining knowledge and skills applicable to careers in agriculture and natural…
Joette Wallace Cathey, 1937-2025
Joette Wallace Cathey age 87, of Warren, AR passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, April 6th, 2025. She was born Friday September 24th, 1937 in Banks, AR to Hurley and Lorene O’Neil Wallace. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 71 years E.M. “Curley” Cathey and sibling Bobby Gene…
Holy Week City-Wide Revival Services Set for April 13–17 in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – 4-7-25 – Bro. Henry D. Cox, pastor of Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Warren, has announced the upcoming schedule for the Holy Week City-Wide Revival, set to take place nightly at 7:00 p.m. from Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17. This week-long spiritual event will be hosted at a different…
Blood Drive Scheduled for Thursday, April 10 at BCMC
WARREN, Ark. (4/3/25) – Bradley County Medical Center is looking for generous blood donors in the upcoming LifeShare Blood Drive scheduled for Thursday, April 10 from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. The blood drive will take place in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic parking lot, located across the street from the ER entrance at the…
Hermitage Volunteer Firefighters Clear Trees During Saturday Storm
Hermitage, Ark. — 4-5-25 — During Saturday’s heavy rainfall in Bradley County, members of the Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department responded quickly to clear downed trees blocking East Grand Street in Hermitage. Those assisting with the cleanup included Jeremy Stringfellow, Troy McNeice, Andrew Doggett, Tim Whitney, and Ira Saunders. Their efforts helped ensure the roadway was…
Lady Jacks Top Crossett 8-2 in Conference Matchup
The Warren Lady Jacks picked up a key conference road win Friday evening, defeating the Crossett Lady Eagles 8-2 behind strong pitching, timely hitting, and solid defense. By David King, SRN Softball Contributor This sports report is brought to you by: Warren jumped on the board early in the second inning after Raeleigh Milton tripled…
Warren Wins Thrilling Conference Matchup at Crossett 4-3
CROSSETT, Ark. (4/4/25) – Ryan Spears broke a 3-3 tie with a two-out, run-scoring single in the top of the seventh inning and Kolby Pope pitched a complete game as the Warren High School baseball team defeated Crossett 4-3 Friday evening at EC Crossett Field. By Dennen Cuthbertson, SRN Baseball Contributor This sports report is…
BCMA Announces 2025 Holy Week Services Schedule
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Ministerial Alliance (BCMA) has released the schedule for its 2025 Holy Week Services, set to take place from Sunday, April 13 through Friday, April 18. This annual community-wide observance will feature daily worship services and fellowship opportunities at various churches in the Warren area. The week begins on Sunday,…
Ashley County Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Domestic Violence Convictions
The following is a press release from the 10th Judicial District Prosecuting Attorney: April 1, 2025 – William Cody King has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple domestic violence-related charges. King pleaded guilty to committing Aggravated Assault on a Family or Household Member, Terroristic Threatening in the First Degree,…
Joe Lawrence Jones, 1941-2025
Joe Lawrence Jones, 83, of Wilmar, passed away March 18, 2025. Born April 7, 1941, to the late Otto and Velma Jones. He grew up in Wilmar, AR. and joined Mt. Tabor Baptist Church as a young child and remained a member until his health declined and he was no longer able to attend. He…
Brenda Curry Ozment, 1943-2025
Brenda Curry Ozment age 82, of Sumpter, AR died April 2, 2025 at Baptist Medical Center in Little Rock, AR. She was born March 23rd, 1943 in California, a daughter of the late Bob Curry and Lurean Hales Curry Brown. Brenda was a housewife and homemaker; she worked for Jack Winter and LaDonna Sportswear. She…
UAM-CTM Student Wins Statewide EMS Award
MCGEHEE, Ark. — Lauren Twomey, a paramedic student at the University of Arkansas at Monticello College of Technology-McGehee (UAM-CTM), recently received the Star of Life award, recognizing her commitment to patient care and community service as an emergency medical technician (EMT). Twomey was nominated by her employer, Emergency Ambulance Services, Inc., for her work in…
Undefeated UAM Esports Team To Compete for Divisional Championship Title
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Esports League of Legends team will take on Ferris State University in the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) Varsity Plus Divisional Championship on Tuesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. As the top seed in the playoffs, the team earned a first-round bye and then…
Jacob Flores to Headline Hermit Daze Festival on May 17
HERMITAGE, Ark. – 4-3-25 – Hermitage City Hall has announced that former American Idol contestant and award-winning musician Jacob Flores will be performing at the 3rd Annual Hermit Daze Festival on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The concert is set to begin at 7:00 p.m. on Main Street in Hermitage. Flores, a Hot Springs native, is…
UAM Students Serve as Judges in Regional FBLA Competition
MONTICELLO, Ark. — On February 5, seven University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) students served as judges for the Arkansas Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) academic competition for Mid-Level District III, held on UAM’s Monticello campus. Approximately 250 students from 10 junior high schools in southeast Arkansas participated in the event. The UAM student judges…
UAM To Offer Arkansas Geography and History Summer Field Course Program
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is set to offer a field course program titled “Arkansas Geography and Arkansas History” this summer. The program is designed to combine classroom learning with hands-on field trip experiences across the state. Students can earn up to six…
Junior Auxiliary of Warren to Host Annual Children’s Benefit Gala on April 12
WARREN Ark. – 4-2-25 – The Junior Auxiliary of Warren is inviting the community to an evening of elegance and purpose during their annual Children’s Benefit Gala, set to take place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at The Warren Country Club. The gala promises an exciting night in support of a meaningful cause—benefiting children and…