BANKS, Ark. – The Town of Banks is calling on property owners to help improve the community’s appearance by maintaining their properties in accordance with City Ordinance No. 2-2020. The ordinance mandates that all property owners—residential, commercial, and otherwise—must cut overgrown weeds and grass, remove garbage and litter, and clear away inoperable vehicles and other…
BANKS, Ark. – The Buck Fever Festival is gearing up for its much-anticipated Venison/HBM Chili Cook-Off this Saturday, November 2, 2024, in Banks, Arkansas. With only four entries so far, festival organizers are calling for more cooks to join the competition and make this a flavorful showdown. Participants can sign up now or even on…
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Extension Service: Free copies of the Arkansas Ballot Issues 2024 Education Guide are now available across Bradley County. For a printed copy, visit one of the following locations, or click here to download your free digital copy. In Warren: In Hermitage: In Johnsville:
BANKS, Ark. – The Buck Fever Festival in Banks, Arkansas, is inviting participants to join the upcoming Buck Fever Parade, scheduled for November 9 at 12:00 PM. The event promises no entry fees and a range of categories with cash prizes for winners. Participants can pre-register for the parade through an online form or by…
MONTICELLO, Ark. – During the UAM Homecoming Coronation Ceremony on October 12, Precious R. Thomas, a junior nursing major from Banks, Arkansas, and a Warren High School Alum, was crowned the 2024 UAM Homecoming Queen. The Homecoming Court also featured ten additional members, including Kaylyn Faith Dixon, a junior K-6 elementary education major from Woodlawn,…
The following is a press release from the 2024 Buck Fever Festival: Opening day of deer season is upon us and we all know what that means in south Arkansas. The City of Banks and the Buck Fever Festival Committee are gearing up for the 38th Annual Buck Fever Festival. The festival falls during opening…
BANKS, Ark. – The annual Buck Fever Festival is gearing up for its youth hunt competition, which will take place on November 2, 2024, in Banks, Arkansas. Sponsored by VIA Racing and Sheriff Herschel Tillman, this event invites young hunters, ages 6 to 15, to bring in their biggest buck or doe for a chance…
Banks, Ark. – 10-7-24 – The small Bradley County town of Banks is gearing up for one of its most beloved traditions, the 38th Annual Buck Fever Festival, running from November 2 through November 10, 2024. This event is expected to attract hunters, families, and festival-goers from across the region with its exciting lineup of…
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce: The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce is getting ready for FALL! We will host the Bradley County Fall Festival / Tent Or Treat Saturday, October 26th from 6 to 8 pm on Main Street in Warren. Everyone is welcome to attend. Participants are…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual awards banquet Tuesday evening at the Warren Country Club, recognizing outstanding individuals for their service to the community. Chamber Board Chairman Dana Harvey took the stage to announce the 2024 Volunteer of the Year, highlighting the nominee’s exceptional contributions. “The nominee that was…
BANKS, Ark. – The annual Buck Fever Festival will once again feature a Venison Chili Cook-Off this year, inviting competitors from across the region to test their chili-making skills for a chance to win cash prizes. The event, scheduled for November 2, 2024, promises to bring heat to the festival with $100 awarded to the…
WARREN, Ark. – 9-20-24 – The 2024 Junior Livestock Exhibitor Premium Sale reached a new milestone this year, raising a record $37,050. Of that total, $26,975 was from the sale of livestock projects, and an additional $10,075 was contributed by local businesses and individuals in the form of add-on funds. Forty exhibitors participated in the…
WARREN, Ark. – With summer behind us and school back in session, the Bradley County 4-H is launching its fall programs, offering local youth an exciting opportunity for extracurricular learning and growth. These hands-on programs, set to begin in September, are open to children and teens between the ages of 5 and 19. The 4-H…
Baby Miss (0-11 months) Tiny Miss (12-23 months) Mini Miss (2-4 years) Little Miss (5-7 years) Petite Miss (8-10 years) Pre-Teen Miss (11-13 years) Teen Miss (14-18 years) Miss (18-23 years) Overall Winner (0-13): Laikyn Cantrell People’s Choice: Addyson Spearman
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Fair is well underway, having started Thursday and continuing through Saturday, September 7. As part of the festivities, the winners of the Best of Show for 2024 have been announced, celebrating the outstanding contributions from participants in both the senior and junior divisions across a wide variety of categories.…
WARREN, Ark. – The annual Bradley County Fair & Livestock Show is just around the corner, offering four days of fun-filled activities, entertainment, and community spirit from September 5 through September 8, 2024. This beloved local event will take place at the Bradley County Fairgrounds and promises a wide range of attractions for all ages.…
BANKS, Ark. – The Banks Volunteer Fire Department responded to a report of a tree fire early Sunday morning, following a call from a deer hunter. The fire, located off County Road 378 on the Hooks Moro Lease, was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m. Upon arrival, the fire department assessed the situation and determined that…
The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: WARREN, Ark. — On Thursday, August 15, 2024, Arkansas State Police (ASP) Special Agents arrested Rocky Goodwin, 86, of Warren, for distributing, possession, or viewing matter depicting sexually explicit conduct involving a child. In May of 2024, agents with ASP’s Internet Crimes Against Children…
Bradley County Medical Center is proud to announce that Chris Gean earned the Employee of the Month award for July, while Sri Baker was named the August Employee of the Month. Gean is a physical therapist in the BCMC Outpatient Therapy Department. Chris’s nomination stated, “Chris exemplifies the ideal employee. He is always willing to…
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce: WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the return of the Chamber Banquet! The event will be held on Tuesday, September 24, at the Warren Country Club. The evening will kick off with a silent auction…