WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Courthouse and Landfill will be closed on Thursday and Friday this week in observance of Thanksgiving. Additionally, the county’s trash truck will not operate on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. Residents with trash collection scheduled for Thursday are advised that their route will instead be picked up on Friday. County officials…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met inside the BCMC Conference Room on Tuesday, Nov. 21 for its monthly gathering with annual meetings, Christmas bonuses, financial reports, election of officers, and more on the docket. The first order of business was to conduct annual meetings for the Bradley Medical Foundation,…
BANKS, Ark. – The 38th annual Buck Fever Festival took place this past weekend in Banks, drawing crowds from the region for a memorable lineup of events, contests, and entertainment. Ja’kobi Ingram and Addyson Spearman were crowned Parade King and Queen, while Mary McClain was named Parade Princess, bringing regal charm to Saturday’s noon parade.…
BANKS, Ark. – The annual Buck Fever Pageants brought out contestants from across the community to compete in various age divisions this past weekend. The following contestants earned titles in their respective categories: Baby Girl 0-12 Months Baby Boy 0-12 Months Toddler Miss 12-23 Months Toddler Mr. 13-23 Months Tiny Miss 2-4 Years Tiny Mr.…
BANKS, Ark. – The Buck Fever Festival in Banks, Arkansas, will host a scholarship competition on Saturday, November 9, at 6:30 p.m., offering one of eight young women a chance to win a $4,000 scholarship to the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM). The contestants vying for the scholarship include Cindy Kaye Wilkerson, Courtlyn Harrison,…
Note: These results are specific to Bradley County and do not reflect statewide outcomes. Voter Turnout: 62.29% U.S. President U.S. Congress District 04 State Treasurer State Senate District 01 State Representative District 94 State Representative District 96 State Supreme Court Justice Position 1 Warren School Board, Zone 4 Issue No. 1 Issue No. 2 Issue…
BANKS, Ark. – Banks, Arkansas’s beloved fall festival, Buck Fever, began with a warm and lively gathering on Saturday, bringing the community together for its annual festivities. Among the highlights was the popular chili cook-off, where Laura Robinson claimed first place, with Lenita Thorton and Rosemary Carrington taking second and third, respectively. All photos courtesy…
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…