Entry forms are now available for several activities and competitions planned as part of the 2026 Buck Fever Festival. The available forms include registration for vendors, the festival parade, Baggo tournament, dog show, pageant and talent show, which also includes Antler Idol. Individuals, organizations, businesses and other groups interested in participating are encouraged to review…
The Buck Fever Festival is offering the public a chance to win a handmade quilt as part of its 2026 festivities. Featuring a colorful collection of outdoors- and wildlife-themed blocks, the quilt reflects this year’s message, “Wrapped in Tradition. Stitched with Pride.” One winner will receive the quilt following the raffle drawing. Tickets are $5…
Preliminary work is underway on the Town of Banks water consolidation project, with crews marking proposed utility routes and existing water meters throughout the community. NLS, the contractor for the project, has placed flags and other markings in areas where portions of the new water system are expected to be installed. Town representatives have also…
The Bradley County Judge’s Office announced Monday that a burn ban is now in effect across Bradley County as extremely dry conditions continue throughout the county and much of southern Arkansas. Although the state’s online burn-ban map had not yet been updated to reflect the change, officials confirmed that Bradley County is definitely under a…
BANKS, Ark. — The Town of Banks is seeking contractors and service providers for two upcoming improvement projects. Town officials plan to resurface the upper portion of the BuckFever Stage, which has become uneven and unsafe. The town hopes to have the stage resurfacing completed before Oct. 1. The town is also seeking someone to…
WARREN, Ark. — Bradley County Solid Waste trucks will run their regular collection routes on Friday, July 3, despite the Independence Day holiday observance. The Bradley County Landfill and the Bradley County Courthouse, however, will be closed July 3. Residents with regularly scheduled solid waste pickup that day should place their trash out as usual.
BANKS, Ark. — The precautionary boil-water order issued for the Banks Waterworks system has been lifted, according to a notice dated Friday, June 26. The boil-water notice was issued June 21 for the entire Banks Waterworks system after a pump malfunction caused a complete loss of normal system pressure. The order was issued as a…
BANKS, Ark. — The Town of Banks is reminding residents to keep dogs leashed, confined or supervised outdoors following what town officials described as several recent complaints across the community. In a social media post Tuesday, the town said Banks has an ordinance addressing dogs running at large, along with a limit on the number…
BANKS, Ark. — A precautionary boil-water order has been issued for all customers served by Banks Waterworks following a pump malfunction that caused a loss of normal system pressure. The Arkansas Department of Health confirmed the notice Saturday, June 21. The order was issued as a precaution because contaminated water may have entered the distribution…
BANKS, Ark. — The youth department of Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Banks will host a community car wash fundraiser on Saturday, June 20, to help raise money for an upcoming youth trip. The fundraiser will begin at 8 a.m. and continue until organizers conclude for the day. The event will take place in…
The Bradley County Landfill will be closed Friday, June 12, according to a notice sent by Robin Scott from the Bradley County Courthouse. Residents who use the landfill should plan accordingly.
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Retired Teachers’ & Educators’ Association will host a silent auction fundraiser on Monday, May 4, at First Methodist Church in Warren. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the church, located at 111 W Church Street. According to event organizers, all proceeds from the…
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…