Manage your electricity usage by implementing these energy efficiency practices Little Rock, Ark. – Winter has arrived here in the Natural State, kicking heaters and energy consumption into high gear. Entergy Arkansas wants customers to stay warm while managing their energy usage and costs, offering these helpful hints to make your home more energy efficient. Heating…
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Arkansas Farm to School Institute accepting applications until March 1
LITTLE ROCK, AR – The Arkansas Department of Agriculture (Department) is accepting applications for the Arkansas Farm to School Institute (Institute) until March 1, 2024. The Department’s Farm to School and Early Childhood Education Program will select up to 15 schools to participate in the program for the 2024-2025 school year. The Institute is a year-long professional…
Remembering the 1949 Warren tornado 75 years later(video from 1949 included)
Seventy-five years ago, on January 3, 1949, the serene timber town of Warren found itself in the crosshairs of one of the deadliest storms in the state’s history. Originating ten miles north of Shreveport, Louisiana, this tornado left a trail of destruction, taking lives and reshaping the landscape of the once-peaceful community. The storm’s destructive…
Watch a clip of the 1964 Warren Lumberjack Football Team
The Warren Lumberjack History youtube page recently posted another clip from Lumberjack past. Check out this footage of the 1964 Warren Lumberjack Football Inter-squad Scrimmage. Notice anyone in the clips? Leave a comment.
Charles Portis: The enigmatic wordsmith of the South
In the quiet town of El Dorado, nestled in the heart of Union County, a literary giant was born on this day 90 years ago. Charles Portis, a name synonymous with literary brilliance and revered for his timeless masterpiece, “True Grit,” has left an indelible mark on the landscape of American literature. On his birthday,…
Nolan Richardson: A Trailblazer on and off the Court
Thursday is the birthday of a true Arkansas Basketball legend, Coach Nolan Richardson. Born on December 27, 1941, in El Paso, Texas, Richardson’s journey from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the most revered figures in the world of basketball is nothing short of inspirational. Early Life: The Roots of a Trailblazer Nolan Richardson’s…
Merry Christmas from Saline River Chronicle
Santa’s Favorite Treat: The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
‘Tis the season of joy, wonder, and the age-old tradition of leaving out cookies for Santa Claus. As you prepare to celebrate the magic of Christmas, why not elevate your cookie game and treat Santa to the ultimate indulgence? In this article, we present the recipe for the best chocolate chip cookies that will undoubtedly…
Arkansas Wildlife Federation inspires young artists to celebrate nature
The Arkansas Wildlife Federation (AWF) is thrilled to announce the launch of its tenth annual Wildlife of Arkansas Student Art Contest, a unique initiative that combines wildlife education with artistic expression. Over the past decade, this contest has successfully encouraged students in grades K-12 to explore and celebrate the diverse wildlife that Arkansas has to…
Pastime – Chex Mix to die for
Mighty Fine Fare Found From Warren’s Festive Holiday Chefs The post-Christmas dishes of candies, snacks and goodies have not yet gone away from my Pastime and memories of Warren. One, individual snack concoction I truly loved and could eat by the handful at any time of the day or night was “Chex Mix” made by Wickie…
Visitor finds 4.87-carat diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park
MURFREESBORO, Ark. – Jerry Evans, of Lepanto, visited Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro this spring, but only recently learned that he had discovered a 4.87-carat diamond. Evans visited the park for the first time this spring with his girlfriend. Within 10 minutes of entering the park, he picked up what he thought was…
As drought tightened cattle production, 2023 markets soared
LITTLE ROCK – Cattle market prices are as high as they’ve been in a decade. That’s good news for producers who have been able to maintain their herds in recent years, but a missed opportunity for those who weren’t. By Ryan McGeeney U of A System Division of Agriculture Throughout most of the year, both…
Bradley County is 183 years old Monday
Greetings, Bradley County residents! Today, we come together to celebrate a remarkable milestone—our beloved Bradley County’s 183rd anniversary. As we revel in this historic occasion, let’s take a stroll down memory lane and rediscover the vibrant history that has shaped our community into the unique and resilient place we proudly call home. Founded on December…
Can I sell this salsa? Jan. 10 webinar gives specialty crop producers an overview of Arkansas Food Freedom Act
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The Arkansas Food Freedom Act opens increased opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, but those who create food and drink items must be sure they’re legal to sell under the act. By Drew Viguet National Agricultural Law Center, U of A System Division of Agriculture The popularity of homemade goods, also…
Pastime: Christmas memories
Singing in bank lobbies, munching peanut brittle, delivering Yuletide gifts A goodly bit of my Christmas memories spent in Warren, dealing with the downtown merchants. It was a beehive of activity in the late 1960s and early 1970s when the holiday season was truly active, vibrant, and fun filled for a young teenager with a…
Southern Arkansas University to host grand opening for Smithsonian’s Voices and Voters exhibit
MAGNOLIA, AR (12/12/2023) Southern Arkansas University is honored to host the prestigious Smithsonian traveling exhibit, Voices and Votes: Democracy in America as it unveils its grand opening at noon on December 16, 2023. The exhibit is being displayed at SAU Beyond the Campus, on the west side of the town square in Magnolia, Arkansas. This collaborative endeavor…
Pastime: Christmas time in Bradley County
There are a million Pastimes being played out in the memories of the sons and daughters of Bradley County, across this country and maybe even in far flung parts of the globe this holiday season. Perhaps the best one, at least in recent memory, emerged in 2019, when a ruckus arose over the placement of…
Arkansas featured in cinematic culinary adventure
Arkansas chefs and restaurants will be in the national spotlight during a new cinematic experience that aims to help people discover culinary artisans of the South on Dec. 7 in New York. “A Southern Night at the Cinema” features bite-sized stories that offer unique insights into the world of Southern chefs. The stories invite filmgoers…
Entergy Arkansas shares decorative lighting reminders for the holidays
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Decorating your home with festive lights is a great way to celebrate the holiday season. Whether you’re a pro or a novice when it comes to putting up decorations, it’s important to understand the risks of hanging lights. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Christmas lights alarmingly cause 40% of…
Holidays: Protect against COVID-19, flu and RSV during holidays
LITTLE ROCK — As families and friends gather to celebrate the holidays, it’s important to protect against COVID-19 and the flu by getting updated booster shots for both illnesses. For older adults and infants, RSV also poses a dangerous health risk. “There are three important things we can do to help keep ourselves and…
Entergy Arkansas marks 110 years with six $110,000 grants
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.- Harvey Couch first electrified The Natural State with Arkansas Power & Light by turning sawdust into electricity in 1913, and the company that would become Entergy Arkansas has been lighting up communities in innovative ways ever since. In honor of its 110th anniversary, the state’s largest and oldest electric provider is donating more…