BRADLEY COUNTY, Ark. (4-15-26) — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam circulating on social media and through messages that appears to be an official court document demanding payment. According to a post shared by the sheriff’s office, the notice is designed to look like a legitimate “State of Arkansas” court…
WARREN, Ark. — Bradley County Solid Waste customers may notice a delay in receiving their trash bills this month due to technical difficulties, according to a post from the Bradley County Courthouse Monday morning. Officials stated that the bills were mailed out later than usual but emphasized that no late fees will be charged as…
As of 9:00 a.m. April 8, 2026, the Bradley County burn ban has been lifted.
Banks hosted their annual Easter Egg Event on April 4. Despite the wet conditions, the event went on and was well attended. We wanted to recognized the winners of the Easter Baskets donated by our local Banks. 1. Grayson Ross age 4 of Banks son of Brian Oleson & Elizabeth Rodd won basket donated by…
WARREN, Ark. (4-7-26) — Saline River News has received several inquiries regarding the status of the current burn ban in Bradley County and surrounding areas. As of 9:55 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, the burn ban remains in effect for Bradley County. Burn bans are also still in place for Cleveland, Lincoln, Drew, Ashley, and…
BANKS, Ark. (4-5-26) — A camper was destroyed in a fire Sunday morning in the Banks area, according to local officials. The Banks Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call at approximately 10:52 a.m. for a camper fire at 1521 Bradley Road 1. Nine firefighters and two fire trucks were dispatched to the scene. Firefighters…
BANKS, Ark. (4-1-26) — The City of Banks will move forward with its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, with activities planned from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Banks City Park. According to event organizers, the celebration will take place rain or shine. In the event of rain, activities will be relocated…
WARREN — The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is inviting community members to get involved as volunteers for its upcoming 70th annual event. Festival organizers announced a volunteer opportunities meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 2, at 5:30 p.m. at the municipal building courtroom, located at 104 N. Myrtle Street in Warren. The meeting is open…
BANKS — The Town of Banks, in partnership with Banks Missionary Baptist Church and the Prime Time Riders, will host a community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Banks City Park. The event is scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will feature a variety of family-friendly activities. Organizers have planned…
BANKS, Ark. – (3-11-26) — The Town of Banks has recently received two grants aimed at improving fire protection and emergency response capabilities for the community’s volunteer fire department. The larger of the two awards is a $89,999.99 Rural Services Block Grant from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission’s Rural Services Division. The funding will be…
MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) presented 392 awards to 368 graduates during the fall 2025 commencement period, according to information released by the university’s Registrar’s Office. Students receiving degrees represented communities across Arkansas and several other states. Among those graduates were a number of students from Bradley County and surrounding…
Final Bradley County Totals (Based on all precinct boxes submitted) Please note that statewide races or races that are part of a larger district do not indicate vote totals anywhere other than for Bradley County. Also please note that all results below are unofficial. Republican – U.S. Senate Republican – Secretary of State Republican –…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Extension Office is reminding residents that voting locations across the county are open today until 7:30 p.m. In a social media post Tuesday morning, the office encouraged voters to make their voices heard and to take advantage of available resources to learn more about the ballot before heading to…
WARREN, Ark. – A burn ban is now in effect for all of Bradley County as of March 2. The ban prohibits outdoor burning due to dry conditions that increase the risk of wildfires. Residents are asked to refrain from burning debris, brush, or other materials until the ban is lifted. Officials encourage the public…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Retired Teachers’ and Employees’ Association (BCRTEA) will hold its next meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at First Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Warren. The meeting will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the church, located at 111 West Church Street. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m., and refreshments…
WARREN, Ark. — Early voting for the March 3, 2026 Arkansas Preferential Primary and Nonpartisan General Election begins Tuesday, Feb. 17, and continues through Monday, March 2. Bradley County voters may cast their ballots in person at the Bradley County Courthouse in Warren during the early voting period. Election Day voting will take place Tuesday,…
WARREN, Ark. — The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture will host a welcome reception later this month to introduce Ericca Corker as the new agricultural agent serving Bradley County. The come-and-go reception is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 201 N. Bragg Street in Warren. Community members, producers…
MONTICELLO, Ark. — Students from Warren, Hermitage and surrounding south Arkansas communities were among those recognized for academic excellence at the University of Arkansas at Monticello during the Fall 2025 semester, earning placement on either the Dean’s List or Chancellor’s List. According to the university, students named to these lists achieved high academic standing during…
WARREN, Ark. — Early voting for the 2026 Arkansas Preferential Primary and Nonpartisan General Elections will begin Tuesday, Feb. 17, giving registered voters the opportunity to cast ballots ahead of Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3. In Bradley County, early voting will be available at the Bradley County Courthouse. Voters may cast ballots in…
WARREN, Ark. — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office released a Thursday morning road report indicating improving conditions across much of the county, though patches of ice remain on several highways and shaded areas. According to the update, U.S. Highway 63 North and South are mostly clear, with some icy spots still present. Highway 8 South…
WARREN, Ark. — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office released a Wednesday morning road report warning motorists that several highways and county roads remain impacted by ice following recent winter weather. According to the sheriff’s office, U.S. Highway 63 South is still holding patches of ice, while Highway 8 South remains covered. Highway 8 North is…