The University of Arkansas at Monticello will once again bring collegiate rodeo action to Monticello with the 2026 Weevil Stampede, scheduled for October 1 through 3 at the UAM Truck Driving Academy on Highway 425 South. Performances begin each night at 7 p.m. The three-day event will feature collegiate athletes from across the National Intercollegiate…
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Petit Jean State Park celebrates Historic Mather Lodge renovation, expanded outdoor recreation and Arkansas 250 Historical Marker
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined officials from the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism for a special open house celebrating a series of investments that honor the park’s history while preparing Arkansas’ first state park for its next century. The event highlighted the reopening of the newly renovated historic Mather Lodge; expanded outdoor recreation…
Warren High School art students earn ribbons at Bradley County Fair Art Show
Warren High School art students earned several blue and red ribbons after entering their artwork in the Bradley County Fair Art Show. The school recognized the students for their work and participation in this year’s competition. Students pictured in the back row are Genesis Zeas-Osegueda, Za’Riya Brown, Teague Milton, Naomy Perez-Figueroa, and Izabella Adams. Pictured…
Reminder: S.O.S. Safety Outreach for Seniors Event Set for Sept. 25 in Warren
Area senior citizens are invited to attend the S.O.S. Safety Outreach for Seniors event on Friday, Sept. 25, at the Bradley County Services Building in Warren. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 302 Smith Road and will feature a morning of safety education, resources and community fellowship. Attendees will…
Kidwell Earns BCMC Employee of the Month for September
Bradley County Medical Center is excited to announce BJ Kidwell of the Emergency Department has been named the Employee of the Month for September. His nomination stated: “New to our facility, but not new to the community. BJ is a hometown hero. Born and raised in this community, he is now here to serve the…
Turn Hunting Trips into Conservation Research
Hunters can help the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission with wildlife management by sharing their experiences through the AGFC’s free Deer Hunting Observation Survey, available in the AGFC app on their smartphone. By Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. According to Blake Sasse, Nongame Mammal Program Coordinator for the AGFC, the survey began in…
UAM Volleyball Travels to SAU for End of Week Match
MAGNOLIA, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Volleyball team continues GAC action this Thursday, September 24, as they take on the Muleriders of Southern Arkansas University. Thursday’s matchup with the Muleriders is set for a 6:00 p.m. serve inside W.T. Watson Athletic Center. All-TIME SERIES Southern Arkansas University – This will be the 43rd meeting between the Weevils…
Johnny’s Radiator and More Bo Show: September 23, 2026
Rotary Club Hears Program from District Learning Facilitator Kathy Carter
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, Sept. 22 inside the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County for its second and final gathering of the month. The program began after lunch with Warren High School Junior Rotarians Alliana Ayala and Haven Johnson presenting to the crowd. Both young ladies gave great speeches…
Re-New-ing Edinburg discusses Veterans Park repairs, Junk Hunt and upcoming fall events
Re-New-ing Edinburg members discussed upcoming community events, work at Veterans Park and preparations for the Great South Arkansas Junk Hunt during their September 14 meeting at the New Edinburg Community Center. President Trenna Kemp called the meeting to order. Members approved the minutes from the previous meeting, and Treasurer Roger McClellan distributed the current financial…
Ladies of Wolfpack to host Pink Out Fall Kickback Oct. 17 in Warren
The Ladies of Wolfpack, associated with the Warren-based Wolfpack Motorcycle Club, will host a Pink Out Fall Kickback on Saturday, Oct. 17, in honor of breast awareness. The event will begin at 5 p.m. at the Wolf Den, Wolfpack MC Clubhouse, located at 105 S. John C. Moss III St. in Warren. Admission is $10,…
McGaha fires 65, qualifies for 4A State Golf Tournament
Rett McGaha is headed to the 4A State Golf Tournament after turning in an impressive performance Tuesday afternoon at Monticello Country Club. McGaha shot a bogey-free round of 65, finishing the AAAA-8 district tournament at 5-under par. His round came down to the final hole, where McGaha drained a lengthy birdie putt to force a…
SEACAC accepting applications for free children’s coat giveaway
The Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation is accepting applications for a free children’s coat giveaway aimed at helping families in need prepare for the upcoming winter season. Completed forms must be returned by Thursday, September 24. Families interested in participating can contact their county board member or call the SEACAC agency at 870-226-2668 for more…
Men’s Golf Closes out First Tournament of Season in 8th at NSU Men’s Golf Classic
Jordan Wehr, Student Assistant for Athletic Communications TULSA, Okla. – Arkansas-Monticello’s Men’s Golf team closed out the final day of the NSU Men’s Golf Classic in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on Tuesday afternoon. The Weevils finished the final round of the tournament with a combined score of 292 (+8), helping them place tied for 8th overall with a three-round combined score…
Volleyball Drops Tuesday Meeting with the Reddies, 3-1
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello volleyball team returned to Great American Conference action Tuesday evening, hosting Henderson State University inside Steelman Field House. The Weevils claimed the opening set before falling to the Reddies in four sets. FIRST SET (25-18 UAM, UAM leads 1-0) Arkansas-Monticello took control early, building a 12-7…
Arkansas Alligator Hunters Harvest 150 Alligators in First Weekend Hunt, 62 Opportunities Remain
The first weekend of the Arkansas alligator hunting season, Sept. 18-21, yielded 150 gators across the state’s three alligator management zones. The second chunk of the hunt is set for sunset Sept. 25-sunrise 28. By Randy Zellers, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Most hunting takes place on private property; hunters apply for permits to hunt…
UAM Releases 2026 Homecoming Week Schedule
The University of Arkansas at Monticello has released the 2026 Homecoming Week schedule. Homecoming events will take place from October 5-10. On October 8, the UAM Department of Athletics will host its annual UAM Sports Hall of Fame Banquet. During the banquet, Monte Erwin, Jake Nowlen, Danielle Rollins, Katherine Taju and De’Andre Washington will be…
UAM School of Education Announces New Partnership With Drew Central Elementary School To Support Learning Lab Classroom
The School of Education at the University of Arkansas at Monticello has established a new partnership with Drew Central Elementary School to build a Literary and Math Learning Lab Classroom. The partnership provides teacher education candidates at UAM with opportunities to apply their coursework in a public-school setting while supporting instruction for elementary students. Supported…
Mini Jacks Cheer Clinic registration open for Warren students in kindergarten through sixth grade
Registration is underway for the 2026 Mini Jacks Cheer Clinic, which will give Warren School District students in kindergarten through sixth grade an opportunity to participate in three days of cheer instruction and perform during a Warren Lumberjacks home football game. The clinic will be held Monday, October 12, through Wednesday, October 14, from 3:30…
Men’s Golf closes Day 1 of NSU Men’s Golf Classic in 9th Place
TULSA, Okla. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello men’s golf team opened its 2026-2027 season at the NSU Men’s Golf Classic in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Weevils finished the first day tied for ninth place, with a two-round combined score of +13, firing +8 in round one and +5 in round two. The Weevils shot a combined score of 581, 13-over par. Northeastern…
Weevils Golf Open Fall Season at 2026 NSU Men’s Golf Classic
Mallory Moss, Student Worker for Athletic Communications MONTICELLO, Ark. -The University of Arkansas at Monticello men’s golf team is set to kick off its 2026-27 season this week, under the direction of Head Coach Ken Hamilton. The season sees five new Weevils, Mathew Bouley, Rhett Clanton, Manning Goff, Dylan Hall, and Kade Keith, on the roster, joining returners Connor…