As the sun shines brighter and temperatures rise, there’s no better way to beat the heat and satisfy your sweet tooth than with a refreshing ice cream soda. Prepare your taste buds, folks, because June 20th is National Ice Cream Soda Day—a day dedicated to celebrating the delectable combination of fizz and flavor that has…
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Juneteenth: Emancipation celebrations rooted in history and hope
As June unfolds, communities across the nation come alive with a spirited celebration known as Juneteenth. While its name might pique curiosity, Juneteenth holds deep historical significance, woven with tales of liberation, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of African Americans. Today, we embark on a journey through time, tracing the roots of this remarkable holiday…
Study finds remains at Crenshaw Site are local, ancestors of the Caddo
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Hundreds of human skulls and mandibles recovered from the Crenshaw site in southwest Arkansas are the remains of ancestors of the Caddo Nation and not foreign enemies, according to a new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science. Collaborating with the Caddo Nation in Oklahoma, researchers at the University of Arkansas and Arkansas…
Flag Day: Honoring the symbol of unity and patriotism
Every year on June 14th, communities across the United States come together to celebrate Flag Day, a special occasion that pays tribute to the nation’s most enduring symbol—the American flag. The stars and stripes have been a powerful emblem of unity, patriotism, and freedom for over two centuries. As we observe this historic day, let…
Researchers turn to AI, remote sensing to find cause of pine declines
LITTLE ROCK — Researchers plan to use artificial intelligence and remote sensing alongside some good old-fashioned detective work to find the cause of the pine decline seen in parts of Arkansas. The decline has taken the form of browning and dropping of needles in stands of mature pines in southeastern Arkansas. The ailment has also…
Life is…
“…For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away” (James 4:14, NKJV). If you were given $86,400 every day, how would you spend it? You would not be allowed to save it from day to day; the dollars you did not use would be…
Tuesday marks the 79th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy
Seventy-nine years ago, on June 6, 1944, the course of World War II was forever altered as the largest amphibious invasion in history took place along the shores of Normandy, France. This momentous event, codenamed Operation Overlord and popularly known as D-Day, marked a turning point in the war and ultimately led to the liberation…
Entergy Arkansas warns customers about online scams
LITTLE ROCK – Entergy Arkansas recognizes that many customers turn to search engines when looking for quick answers to their questions about utility services. But scammers are highly aware of these search habits, and plot ways to take advantage of customers’ trust in online resources. Entergy Arkansas customers should only depend on information from Entergy’s own…
Shading History: Send us your old black and white Bradley County history photos and they might be colorized
We’re starting a new series today which will delve into the history of Bradley County and South Arkansas from a visual perspective. And we would like to get our reader’s involved in the exploration. This is the first post in what will hopefully be an ongoing series called “Shading History.” From time-to-time we will post…
‘ART ROCKS: Summer Bash’ fundraiser kicks off season with live art, music on June 2-3
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) is kicking off summer with a two-day party. Art Rocks: Summer Bash is a fundraising event with music, food trucks, games, art demos, art auctions, kid-friendly activities and more. The festivities are set for 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 2, and 11 a.m.…
Pastime: Back door of Hankins & Son off Cypress Street
By now Warren’s three large buildings and the two smaller one-story buildings across from the Bradley County Courthouse on Cedar Street are probably down in piles of rubble that will be hauled away. I remember well entering the Cypress Street entrance to F. M Hankins & Son Hardware for years and years and years. By…
New findings indicate gene-edited rice might survive in Martian soil
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Andy Weir’s bestselling 2011 book, The Martian, features botanist Mark Watney’s efforts to grow food on Mars after he becomes stranded there. While Watney’s initial efforts focus on growing potatoes, new research presented at the 54th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference by a team of interdisciplinary researchers from the University of Arkansas suggests future Martian botanists like…
Pastime: Back and side door views soon gone forever
The demise of the three two-story buildings on the corner of Main and East Cedar Street in Warren, directly across from the Bradley County Courthouse, brings back lots of memories. Entering the J. T. Ederington & Company from the corner of Main and Cypress, a side door opening at an angle to the building, always…
Pastime: All those many magazines in Wayne’s front window
As the Warren community prepares for the inevitable wrecking ball to come crashing through the crumbling brick walls of some of the most iconic storefronts of a couple of generations of the last 100 years, I simply cannot think past the front window of Wayne’s. It was here that I, like countless others, encountered some…
Tyson Foods and C.R. England work with Kodiak Robotics to utilize self-driving trucks to haul time-sensitive and refrigerated freight
SPRINGDALE, Ark. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Kodiak Robotics, Inc., a leading self-driving trucking company, today announced a partnership with C.R. England, Inc., one of the nation’s leading truckload carriers. To kick off the partnership, the companies have launched a pilot program to autonomously ship Tyson Foods products between Dallas and San Antonio, Texas. The deliveries will…
Know what’s below – call 811 before you dig
LITTLE ROCK – 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 call 811 before digging into your list of spring projects. National Safe Digging Month serves as a…
Southark Spotlight: Lumberjack Soccer’s culture of family
The Lumberjack Soccer team has been turning heads this season with their impressive performances on the field, but what’s even more remarkable is the story behind their success and the special family culture that has developed. The team, led by head coach Shaun Wilson, has rallied together and shown incredible resilience in the face of…
Southark Spotlight: Judge Bruce Anderson
District Judge Bruce Anderson has been serving South Arkansas for over a decade now, and his dedication to the court and the community is remarkable. Anderson’s early life was spent on his father’s farm in Woodruff County, Arkansas, where he learned the value of hard work and perseverance. After obtaining his degree in agricultural economics…
Are you seeing these little guys around your house?
The eastern tent caterpillar, Malacosoma americanum, is native to North America. Their populations naturally fluctuate from year to year, with large spring outbreaks occurring every several years. Caterpillar nests are commonly found on wild cherry, apple, and crabapple but may be found on hawthorn, maple, cherry, peach, pear, plum, and others as well. They can defoliate…
ASC presents “Charlotte’s Web” this month
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Theatergoers are invited to take in a story of true friendship on the Zuckerman farm during the upcoming children’s production of “Charlotte’s Web.” The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) will present this classic children’s tale, based on the book written by E.B. White and adapted for the stage…
Curry and Weaver to wed in May ceremony
Byron and Wendy Curry are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter Tayler Nicole Curry, to Avery Nathan Weaver. Avery is the son of Bobby and Jamie Weaver. The couple will exchange vows on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 2:00pm at Immanuel Baptist Church in Warren. Friends and Family are welcome to attend.