All posts in Features

The backslider is one who ceases to go forward. He has lost momentum. The word “backsliding” is printed right in your Bible. A backslider cannot convince himself. He is a fugitive from his own conscience. He must, somehow, get away from himself and shake off the thousand witnesses which he carries about him before he…

The following is a press release from the University of Arkansas: FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The 25th annual Arkansas Poll, released today, found voters were most concerned about the economy, politics/politicians and education. While the number of respondents reporting concerns about the economy declined three points from the previous year, it was still more than all…

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Here’s one thing to be thankful for this Thanksgiving: more turkey. Enough turkey has been produced with the rebound from bird flu last year that exports have increased in 2023 and are projected to continue that trend in 2024 based on lower prices for U.S.A.-grown turkey, the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand…

This is a short, but savory Pastime of past Halloweens in Warren and Bradley County. There is pure “sticker shock” when perusing the local grocery stores for candy for the 2023 upcoming Halloween for the Trick or Treaters. By Maylon Rice Saline River Chronicle Feature Contributor Bag of the name brand candies, even in a…

HARRISBURG, Ark. — A little bit of olive oil can help your jack-o’-lantern keep its youthful countenance through Halloween, says Craig Allen, Poinsett County extension staff chair. Allen says keeping a Halloween pumpkin looking its best begins with the selection. “Make sure the pumpkin is free from soft spots, cuts, bruises or punctures and that…

LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, ARK. – Thunder Over the Rock, Little Rock AFB’s first air show since 2018 is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 21 and Sunday, Oct. 22. Admission and parking for the air show are free. The main gate opens at 8:00 a.m. to the general public and closes at 5:00 p.m. Headlining…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The seasonal transition to fall is a time that many anticipate all year long—bringing sweater weather, scents of pumpkin spice, bright lights of the state fair and trick-or-treating, just to name a few. This time of year can also bring opportunities for customers to tackle home improvement or landscaping projects. As fun…

Special to Saline River Chronicle FAYETTEVILLE – A brief history of the ferry at Moro Bay was included in the latest issue of the Arkansas Historical Quarterly, the official journal of the Arkansas Historical Association, published here at the University of Arkansas History Department. The prominent mention of the ferry between Bradley and Union counties, was…

Sooner or later we all face the same temptation. The same problems of human life reoccur in every generation. Psalms 73 records the experiences of a good man, who in an evil hour was rarely tempted to call it quits. He felt heaven terribly mistreated the person who was trying to do the right thing.…

September marks Suicide Prevention Month. Recent national polls indicate that 94% of adults believesuicide can be prevented. Unfortunately, we continue to see dramatic increases in the number of youthwho need care. The latest stats are sobering: Suicide is preventable. We are listening. As a behavioral healthcare provider right here in Central Arkansas, our teams at…

BCMC Auxiliary member Linda Warrick goes to Chapel Woods Health and Rehabilitation every Wednesday and sings for the patients there. Peggy Saunders plays the piano for Linda as she uses her talents to entertain the patients. The BCMC Auxiliary would like to recognize and say thank you to Linda for taking the time to go…

You seldom hear a sermon about hell anymore. It has been said that when there used to be hell in the pulpit, there was no hell in the streets and in the homes. But where there is no hell in the pulpit, one finds it now in the streets and in the homes of people.…

LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame is seeking nominations from the public for its next class. The nomination deadline is Nov. 1. The Agriculture Hall of Fame recognizes Arkansans who have contributed significantly to the state’s largest industry while spotlighting their contributions to the state’s economic development. Since its first class was selected in…

Editor’s note: The pandemic especially hit the restaurant business hard, as many places had to close or place extra restrictions on their customers. Local eateries are beginning to show a resurgence and Saline River Chronicle wishes to salute them with this series of stories. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor Blowin’ Smoke BBQ is…

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Vic Ford, head of agriculture and natural resources for the Cooperative Extension Service in Arkansas, has been recognized by the Society of American Foresters with its highest honor, the Gifford Pinchot medal. “I am honored and humbled to receive this award because the list of award winners includes my mentors and heroes,” Ford…

Before the word Ozarks was synonymous with the idea of goofy hillbillies, fast boats, and family vacations, it was a place where real people lived their lives day-to-day and learned about the world from their local newspapers. A new book from the University of Arkansas Press, Newspaperwoman of the Ozarks, the Life and Times of Lucile…

Editor’s note: The pandemic especially hit the restaurant business hard, as many places had to close or place extra restrictions on their customers. Local eateries are beginning to show a resurgence and Saline River Chronicle wishes to salute them with this series of stories. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor Molly’s Diner is a…

Friends, we need a revival in this hour. When I speak of revival, I’m not talking about a series of meetings or services. I’m speaking of a spiritual awakening inside the church. Someone told me the other day, “You sound a little old fashioned.” I admit it, I am. Coca Cola does taste better in…

It’s nearly mid-September, the perfect time to celebrate National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day on September 13, 2023. This special day encourages children and adolescents to roll up their sleeves, put on their aprons, and join their parents or guardians in the heart of the home – the kitchen. It’s not just about making…

In the tranquil corners of South Arkansas, the passage of time carries the weight of memory. On this 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, our hearts are heavy as we remember the day that forever altered our nation. It’s a day when innocence was lost, and a nation came together to heal. As…