BCMC Board Approves Christmas Bonuses at November Meeting

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met inside the BCMC Conference Room on Tuesday, Nov. 21 for its monthly gathering with annual meetings, Christmas bonuses, financial reports, election of officers, and more on the docket. The first order of business was to conduct annual meetings for the Bradley Medical Foundation,…

Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) Recognized for Exemplary  Hypertension Control

The following is a press release from Mainline Health Systems, Inc. Dermott, AR (November 25, 2024) – For work battling hypertension, Mainline HealthSystems, Inc. was recognized as Million Hearts® 2024 Hypertension Control Champions. Awarded jointly by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the Million Hearts 2024…

UAM Men’s Basketball to Take on Delta State Tuesday

MONTICELLO, Ark. – UAM’s Men’s Basketball team (3-2) is set to take on the Statesmen (3-2) of Delta State University on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:30 p.m. inside the Walter Sillers Coliseum in Cleveland, Mississippi. This will be the last non-conference game for the Boll Weevils before they begin GAC play on December 3rd versus Southern…

Mary Jo Wisener, 1949-2024

Mary Jo Wisener, of Kingwood, Texas, formerly of Monticello and Warren Arkansas, passed away at home on November 22, 2024. She was born on June 30, 1949, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Joe and Mary Reaves.  She was predeceased by her husband, Bill Wisener, and by an infant son, William Matthew Wisener. Surviving…

Social Networked Friendship Quality Can Be Means of Combating Loneliness

The following is a press release from the University of Arkansas: FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Loneliness is on the rise in the U.S., with a third of Americans reporting they’ve experienced “serious loneliness” in recent years. Lonely people are twice as likely to become depressed, and loneliness is a key risk factor for self-harm and suicide,…

Clydine Preston, 1940-2024

Clydine Preston, 84, of Harrell, passed away November 12, 2024.  He was born February 28, 1940, to Sandy and Eva Preston.  Clydine dedicated many years to working as a logger at Potlatch Corporation before retiring. After retirement, to keep himself busy he continued to serve his community by helping others around town. Known for his…

Take a chance on conservation with the AGFF’s ‘12 Guns of Christmas’

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation has the perfect opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts in Arkansas and maybe pick up a fantastic gift for that someone special on your holiday shopping list. Tickets for their annual “12 Guns of Christmas†membership drive are available now. Article by Randy Zellers. Arkansas Game…

Warren Easily Tops Pocahontas to Move On in State Playoffs

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks powered past the Pocahontas Redskins 35-6 in the second round of the 4A Arkansas State Football Playoffs Friday night at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium. The victory secured Warren’s spot in the quarterfinals and improved their overall record to 10-2 on the season. This game report is brought to you…

MISSING: Star City Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Dakota “Koty” Tallent

STAR CITY, Ark. – The Star City Police Department has issued an urgent appeal to the public to help locate Dakota “Koty” Tallent, a 35-year-old man, who was last seen on November 16, 2024. Authorities and his family are deeply concerned for his safety. Dakota “Koty” Tallent is described as a White male, standing 5’8″…

Taqueria Angeles Celebrates Kitchen Renovation with Ribbon Cutting

WARREN, Ark. – Taqueria Angeles, a local favorite known for its delicious Mexican cuisine, celebrated the completion of its kitchen renovation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday morning. The event was held at the restaurant’s location on Main Street, directly across from the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA. The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce sponsored the ceremony,…

Deer clubs step up to feed Arkansans in need

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas deer hunters working with the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Deer Management Assistance Program and Arkansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry are putting meat in the freezer for hundreds of Arkansas schoolchildren, thanks to a new partnership to better coordinate hunts used to balance their deer herds. Article by Randy Zellers, Arkansas…

Shelba Jean Glosson Cox Herring

Shelba Jean Glosson Cox Herring, 86, of Warren, passed away on Saturday the 16 of November. She spent her final time surrounded by friends and family, wrapped in love. Shelba was preceded by two husbands: Benjamin Leon Cox, J.D. (Johnathan David) Herring, on son, one daughter, and two grandchildren. She is survived by four children:…

AGFC director announces resignation

MOUNTAIN VIEW — Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Director Austin Booth tendered his resignation during today’s monthly commission meeting at the Ozark Folk Center Visitor Center auditorium. Booth’s resignation becomes effective Jan. 4, 2025. He’s been the AGFC director since 2021. Booth explained that the commitments of his family and faith had to be balanced…