MONTICELLO, Ark. — Dan Boice, director of Library at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), recently began his third season narrating “Naming Arkansas,” a series of sixty-second radio stories on Little Rock Public Radio KUAR. Since early 2024, KUAR listeners have heard Boice share concise, engaging histories behind the names of towns, cities and…
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‘Mr. Tomato’ John Gavin to Retire Dec. 31 After Four Decades with Extension Service
Article submitted Bradley County Extension Agent John Gavin has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2025. Gavin began his career with the Extension Service in Nevada County in 1985 where he stayed for 4 years before transferring to Union County. His last move was to take a job in Bradley County as an Agriculture/Community Development Agent. He was…
Apply for a 2026 Alligator Gar Trophy Tag
LITTLE ROCK — Anglers interested in hooking into an epic-sized trophy fish can apply for a 2026 Alligator Gar Trophy Tag from now until the end of 2025. Many Arkansas anglers travel all the way to the Gulf of Mexico each year in search of trophy fish like tarpon and sailfish. Most don’t know they…
BCMC Board Approves Officers in Latest Monthly Meeting
WARREN, Ark. (12/4/25) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met Tuesday, Dec. 2 inside the hospital’s conference room for its November meeting that was pushed back due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Annual meetings, financial reports, executive updates, annual approvals, and nomination of officers were all on the agenda for the gathering. Annual…
UAM Debate Team Earns Awards at Mississippi Tournament
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Debate Team earned three awards at the Mississippi State University Bulldog Classic Debate Tournament, held October 11–12 in Starkville, Mississippi. Nathaniel Deckelman and Owen Iddings tied for ninth place in the Novice International Public Debate Association (IPDA) category. Deckelman also placed third in the novice…
AGFC K9 Unit Locates Missing Hunter
Article and photos submitted by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Article by Randy Zellers, AGFC CAMDEN — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission K9 “Hunter” sniffed his way to a reward after tracking down a lost hunter on Poison Springs Wildlife Management Area during the area’s opening week of deer season. Hunter’s handler, Game Warden…
UAM To Offer Ph.D. in Forest Resources
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is set to offer a Ph.D. in forest resources in the spring 2026 semester, following recent approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The UAM Board of Trustees approved the program in October 2024, followed by approval of a Role and Scope change by the…
Destiny Watts, 2005-2025
Destiny Watts, a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend, was born on December 13, 2005, in Warren, Arkansas, to Virginia Jackson and the late Derrick Watts. On November 29, 2025, Destiny departed this life far too soon, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love, joy, and kindness that will forever remain in the…
Charles Chetwood ‘Chet’ Anderson, 1958-2025
Charles Chetwood “Chet” Anderson passed away at Circle of Life in Springdale, AR, on December 2, 2025. He was born on January 10, 1958, in Warren, AR, to Max Zane Anderson, Jr. and Thelma Jane Lubbes Anderson. Chet was preceded in death by his parents of Warren, AR;brother, David Anderson, of Columbus, MS. He is survived by one…
Dr. Joe Wharton Arkansas High School Football Scoreboard-2025 State Playoffs Round 4
Warren’s Season Ends in Semifinals After Hard-Fought Battle at Dardanelle
DARDANELLE, Ark. — For three quarters on Friday night, Warren and top-seeded Dardanelle played the kind of back-and-forth semifinal you expect when a trip to War Memorial Stadium is on the line. The Lumberjacks, riding momentum from last week’s 47–40 win at Prairie Grove, showed poise, toughness, and creativity in all phases. But a late…
Blood Drive at BCMC Scheduled for Dec. 12 to Support Critical Blood Supply
WARREN, Ark. (12/4/25) – Bradley County Medical Center will host a LifeShare Blood Drive on Friday, Dec. 12 to help replenish the local blood supply. The drive will take place from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic Parking Lot located at 304 E Central Street across the street from the…
Boll Weevil Basketball to Open GAC Action Against Ranked Oklahoma Foes
James Hanten, Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello men’s basketball team takes on two top 25 teams this week to open Great American Conference action. The Boll Weevils welcome the 19th-ranked Oklahoma Baptist Bison on Thursday, December 4, at 7:30 p.m., followed by a meeting with the 7th-ranked…
Blossoms Basketball to Commence Great American Conference Play This Week
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello women’s basketball returns home to Steelman Field House this week to open Great American Conference play on Thursday and Saturday. The Blossoms kick off GAC action hosting the Lady Bison of Oklahoma Baptist University on Thursday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m., followed by a 1:00 p.m. meeting…
BCMC Auxiliary Decorates Hospital for Christmas Season
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Medical Center’s Auxiliary recently decorated several Christmas trees around the hospital in anticipation of the upcoming holiday season. BCMC is proud to have a great auxiliary and grateful for all the help with projects throughout the year!
Warren School District Choral Department to Present “The Gift” Winter Concert on December 4
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District Choral Department will present its annual Winter Concert, titled “The Gift,” on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 6 p.m. The performance will take place in the Warren Elementary School Auditorium, located at 220 LadyJack Drive. The event promises an evening of festive music performed by talented student vocalists…
Show Your Lumberjack Pride: Warren School District Announces Community-Wide Spirit Day for Dec. 5
WARREN, Ark. – With the Warren Lumberjacks preparing for a high-stakes semifinal matchup at Dardanelle this Friday night, the Warren School District is calling on the entire community to rally together in a show of support for the team as they pursue a berth in the 4A State Championship. To help build momentum and celebrate…
Jude Cathey named State Farm Lumberjack of the Week
Congratulations to Jude Cathey for being named the State Farm Lumberjack of the Week! Jude had an outstanding game in the win over Prairie Grove, giving up 0 sacks and helping the offense rack up over 400 yards! CLICK HERE TO LIKE THE JOEY CATHEY STATE FARM AGENCY FACEBOOK PAGE!
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Warren School District Sets Early Friday Dismissal for Semifinal Game
WARREN, Ark. – To ensure fans have plenty of time to travel to Dardanelle and cheer on the Warren Lumberjacks in the State Playoff Semifinals, the Warren School District has announced an early dismissal for this Friday. According to the district, all Warren schools will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, ahead of…
Christmas Market on Main Set for December 6, Hosted by Bradley County Chamber of Commerce
WARREN, Ark. — Main Street will be filled with Christmas spirit this Friday as the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Christmas Market on Main on December 6 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Chamber has assembled a festive lineup of local shops, artisans, and food vendors, offering residents a perfect opportunity…