WARREN, Ark. – A Community-Wide Back-to-School Giveaway is scheduled for August 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM in Warren City Park. This event is designed to help families prepare for the upcoming school year by providing free school supplies and activities. Attendees can expect to gather school supplies, enjoy food, and participate in fun activities. Colleges,…
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HopePlace Warren to Accept Meat Donations from July 15th to 19th
WARREN, Ark. – HopePlace Warren, a dedicated community and family resource center, is organizing a meat donation drive from July 15th to 19th, 2024. The center is calling on local hunters and residents with extra deer meat or other types of meat to contribute to this important cause. Those interested in donating are encouraged to…
Bradley County 4-H Members Shine at Ferndale Shooting Sports Competition
FERNDALE, AR – The Bradley County 4-H members showcased their skills at the Shooting Sports Competition held at the Ferndale 4-H Center Thursday, despite the sweltering heat. Several young archers from Bradley County emerged as winners, demonstrating their precision and dedication. The team of Landon Duncan, Jake Castleberry, and Axel Martinez secured an impressive 2nd…
What Constitutional Amendments are on the 2024 Arkansas Ballot?
Arkansas voters decide more than candidates on Election Day. You also have a role in shaping state policies by voting on proposals that seek to create new laws or change the state constitution. Arkansas is one of 15 states where citizens can propose constitutional amendments, state laws and veto referendums on the ballot for voters…
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New Boom Loader Truck Arrives to Aid Warren Sanitation Department
WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, July 11, 2024, the City of Warren celebrated the arrival of a long-awaited addition to its Sanitation fleet: a brand-new boom loader truck. This new vehicle is now an essential part of the City Sanitation Department, marking a significant enhancement in the department’s capabilities. Sanitation Department Manager Rob Johnson, Warren…
City of Warren Hosts Retirement Ceremony for Long-Time Employee Purley Byes
WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren honored one of its most dedicated employees, Purley Byes, with a retirement ceremony on Thursday, July 11, 2024. The event took place at the Warren Municipal Building, where staff, friends, and family gathered to celebrate Byes’ 25 years of service to the community. The atmosphere was festive, with…
Westside Baptist Church VBS starts July 14
Local Officials Discuss Problem of Homelessness and Loitering In Warren-VIDEO INCLUDED
WARREN, Ark. – Homelessness and public loitering have come to the forefront as an issue facing the City of Warren in recent years and decades. This growing problem was at the center of discussions during the Warren City Council’s regular monthly meeting on Monday evening, July 8, 2024, where District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain was…
State and Local Law Enforcement Raid Two Locations And Arrest Five in Warren For Illegal Gambling
Attorney General’s Special Investigations Division and Law Enforcement Partners Arrest Five for Illegal Gambling The following is a press release from the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office: LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement after five people were arrested in Bradley County on charges related to illegal gambling: “Agents in my Special Investigations…
Rotary Club Installs Dana Harvey as New President
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, July 9 inside the First Methodist Church for its Installation Banquet to install the club’s new president Dana Harvey. The club had its meal and went through its normal procedures with outgoing president Dennen Cuthbertson before Rotarian Andrew Tolbert performed the installation ceremony with Harvey. Cuthbertson said a…
Council Meeting Addresses Homelessness, New Industrial Developments, and Infrastructure Improvements
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened for its monthly meeting on Monday, July 8 at the Warren Municipal Building’s Warren City Council Chambers. The session featured an extensive presentation by District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain on the challenging issue of homelessness and public property squatting, alongside decisions on several other key matters. Councilmembers…
Market on Main to Return To Warren September 21st
WARREN, Ark. – The highly anticipated Market on Main event, organized by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, is set to return to Cypress Street in Warren, Arkansas, on September 21, 2024. The event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring an array of food trucks offering delicious meals and snacks. Attendees can…
BCMC Issues Explanation Regarding Test Billing Statements Sent in Mistake
Press release from the Bradley County Medical Center: Statement files were queued for review and formatting from our new billing system and accidentally mailed by the statement vendor on July 1, 2024. These test statements were not meant for distribution. Please disregard the statements received with the mailing header “Testing Name”. We apologize for this…
Hermitage Methodist Church Hosts Vacation Bible School Starting Monday Evening
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage Methodist Church is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS), themed “Yee Haw: Celebrating God’s Greatest Gift.” The event is scheduled to take place from Monday, July 8th to Wednesday, July 10th, with activities each night from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This year’s VBS promises an engaging…
FOIA Effort Falls Short of Total But Qualified in 50 counties; APA Vows A Second Effort for 2026
LITTLE ROCK – Representatives of FOIA BQCs and Arkansas Press Association officials announced today that their effort to place a constitutional amendment and initiated act on the November 5 ballot had fallen just short of the required number of signatures while collecting the necessary number from the 50 counties, indicating broad support and a strong…
New Bridge Installed at Warren City Park
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Park recently unveiled a brand-new bridge, replacing the old structure that had fallen into disrepair. This much-needed improvement was made possible through a generous donation from AHF Products of Warren and the dedicated efforts of the City of Warren and David Simmons Construction. AHF Products contributed the base materials…
County Judge treats County employees and officials to homegrown watermelons
WARREN, Ark. – As the summer sun blazed overhead, Bradley County employees and officials found a refreshing way to beat the heat on the square this afternoon. Thanks to County Judge Klay McKinney, who personally grew and provided the watermelons, everyone enjoyed a sweet and juicy respite from the soaring temperatures. The event brought together…
YMCA to Host Pickleball Introduction with Danae Watson
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley County is excited to announce an upcoming event that promises to be both fun and educational. On Tuesday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 17, at 5 PM, Danae Watson will be introducing the game of Pickleball to the community. Pickleball, a sport that…
Warren Elementary School Hires LaFoy Smith as New PE Coach
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Elementary School has announced the hiring of LaFoy Smith, a Warren School District alum and former Lumberjack football standout, as their new Physical Education (PE) coach. The announcement was made yesterday, July 2, 2024. LaFoy Smith, known for his impressive athletic career, played college football at Ouachita Baptist University. At Ouachita,…
COSL announces tax auction for regional counties: Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Lincoln
LITTLE ROCK, Ark – Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land announced that his office will auction tax-delinquent parcels located in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew and Lincoln Counties on July 23. The regional auction begins at 10 a.m. and will be held at the UA Monticello Fine Arts Center, 371 University Drive in Monticello.…