Saline River News

Thomas’ Upcoming Senior Art Thesis Exhibition at UAM Glassblock Gallery

Thomas’ Upcoming Senior Art Thesis Exhibition at UAM Glassblock Gallery

MONTICELLO, Ark. — Brian Thomas’ senior art thesis exhibition, “Brian the Artist?,” will be on display from April 24 through April 30 in the Glassblock Gallery in the Fred J. Taylor Library and Technology Center at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). A public reception and fashion show featuring Thomas’ original clothing will be…

Entergy Arkansas recognizes National Safe Digging Month – Call 811 before you dig

Little Rock, Ark. – Spring is here and with warmer temperatures on the way, this is the prime season to start home improvement and landscaping projects. April is National Safe Digging Month and Entergy Arkansas is reminding you to notify Arkansas 811 before digging into your list of spring projects. National Safe Digging Month serves…

Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives Hosts Free Workshop About Family Heirlooms

(Washington, Ark.) – The Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives (SARA) and Historic Washington State Park will host a workshop from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the 1914 School in Historic Washington State Park. “Preserving Your Family Treasures” will teach participants how to properly care for and preserve their family heirlooms.…

Foresters for the Future Scholarship Application Period Open Through June 13

LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), is excited to announce that applications for the Foresters for the Future scholarship are now being accepted. The scholarship will provide $4,000 per semester, for four years, to an incoming freshman pursuing a forestry degree at…

Richards’ Upcoming Senior Art Thesis Exhibition at UAM Glassblock Gallery

Richards’ Upcoming Senior Art Thesis Exhibition at UAM Glassblock Gallery

MONTICELLO, Ark. — Remiko Richards’ senior art thesis exhibition, “Moments in Light and Shadow,” will be on display from April 16 through April 22 in the Glassblock Gallery in the Fred J. Taylor Library and Technology Center at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). A public reception will be held on Wednesday, April 16, from…

UAM To Offer Arkansas Geography and History Summer Field Course Program

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…

Celebrate Archeology Day at Plum Bayou Mounds State Park This Saturday

Celebrate Archeology Day at Plum Bayou Mounds State Park This Saturday

SCOTT, Ark. – 3-24-25 – Families looking to wrap up Spring Break with a fun and educational road trip have a great opportunity this weekend. Plum Bayou Mounds Archeological State Park is hosting “Celebrate Archeology Day” this Saturday, March 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering hands-on activities and engaging exhibits for all ages.…

Hot Springs’ Historic Ozark Bathhouse to Become Interactive Family Attraction

Hot Springs’ Historic Ozark Bathhouse to Become Interactive Family Attraction

Hot Springs, Arkansas – A new attraction, Mystic Ozark, is tentatively scheduled to open on May 17th in the historic Ozark Bathhouse, located at 425 Central Avenue in Hot Springs, AR. The immersive experience will highlight the geothermal waters of Hot Springs National Park through four themed environments featuring a water element, projection mapping, and historical…

Warren’s Junior High Memories Overflow as Readers Share Their Stories

Warren’s Junior High Memories Overflow as Readers Share Their Stories

Walking into that old junior high building was like stepping into a living scrapbook of South Arkansas’s youth—hallways echoing with laughter, basketballs pounding the gym floor, and the distant hiss of a soda machine that kept generations refreshed and, perhaps, just a little bit rebellious. A few days back, I penned a piece on those…

Boozman Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Veterans History Project, Shares Memories of Fort Smith Veteran

WASHINGTON––The Veterans History Project, an initiative of the Library of Congress’s American Folklife Center, is marking its 25th year collecting and retaining the oral histories of our nation’s veterans. U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), whose office has actively promoted and participated in the program including training more than 1,200 Arkansans to engage with it and…

A Winter Wonderland of History: Warren’s Record 28-Inch Snowfall of 1876

As Arkansas embraces the mild winters of today, it’s fascinating to reflect on a winter day in 1876 that transformed Warren and the surrounding regions into a snow-covered wonderland. On December 31, 1876, a historic snowstorm swept across the southern half of Arkansas, blanketing Warren in an astonishing 28 inches of snow—an event that still…

Warm Holiday Comfort: Christmas Morning Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Christmas morning is filled with joy, laughter, and the comforting aroma of a hearty breakfast wafting through the house. For families who want something festive and easy to prepare, this Christmas Morning Cinnamon Roll Casserole is the perfect dish. It’s a delightful mix of gooey cinnamon rolls, creamy custard, and a hint of holiday spice,…

Entergy Arkansas helps customers stay warm and save money this winter

The following is a press release from Entergy Arkansas: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In preparation for the colder weather months ahead, Entergy Arkansas has taken measures in advance to ensure we’re winter-ready. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, a developing La Niña is expected to persist through the winter season causing a…