Saline River News

Warren Bank and Trust Hosts Tomato Festival Open House; Honors Gerald Burton For Longtime Service

Warren Bank and Trust Hosts Tomato Festival Open House; Honors Gerald Burton For Longtime Service

On Friday, Warren Bank and Trust held its annual Tomato Festival Open House, a cherished event that brings the community together in celebration. This year’s event was especially memorable as it included a special ceremony to honor Mr. Gerald Burton for his long and dedicated career with the bank. During the open house, Bank President…

Great Bowls of Fire Salsa Contest Highlights The Best Of The Best In Taste And Heat

Great Bowls of Fire Salsa Contest Highlights The Best Of The Best In Taste And Heat

WARREN, Ark. – The Great Bowls of Fire Salsa Contest, sponsored by Warren Bank and Trust, was a fiery highlight of the 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. Held Friday on the AHF Stage, the event brought together salsa enthusiasts from across the region. Kay Robinson took home the award for Best Tasting salsa. Doug…

First State Bank Hosts 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Open House

First State Bank Hosts 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Open House

On Friday, June 14, from 10 AM to 2 PM, First State Bank of Warren welcomed the community to its 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Open House. The event, held in conjunction with the annual festival, offered refreshments including cheese and crackers, chips and dip, and lemonade to customers and the public. Pictured in…

“One Local’s Unofficial Guide to the Pink Tomato Festival” by Jessica Douglass Hill

WARREN, Ark. – The Pink Tomato Festival, celebrated annually in Warren, Arkansas, is a much-anticipated event that attracts visitors from all over South Arkansas and beyond. This year, local resident Jessica Douglass Hill has compiled “One Local’s Unofficial Guide to the Pink Tomato Festival†to help festival-goers navigate the bustling festivities with ease and enjoyment.…

Krista Chelle Boutique Celebrates With Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Krista Chelle Boutique Celebrates With Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Krista Chelle Boutique, one of the newest additions to Main Street in the last year, officially held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday morning. This exciting event was sponsored and organized by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce. Krista Chelle Boutique offers a diverse selection of women’s clothing and accessories, catering to a variety of styles…

Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Kicks Off with Exciting Cornhole Tournament Thursday

Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Kicks Off with Exciting Cornhole Tournament Thursday

WARREN, Ark. – The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival launched with a thrilling Cornhole Tournament, sponsored by Krista Chelle Boutique and Union Bank and Trust. Held on the square in front of the Courthouse, the event attracted a good crowd, eager to witness the exciting competition and celebrate the start of the beloved festival.…

Warren 8U Softball Team Celebrates Undefeated Season and Tournament Victory

Warren 8U Softball Team Celebrates Undefeated Season and Tournament Victory

WARREN, AR — The Warren(Team Black) 8U Softball team recently completed an impressive spring season, finishing with an undefeated record in the regular season and securing a championship title in the Best of the Best tournament held in Dumas. During the regular season, the team dominated their opponents, ending with an unblemished 11-0 record. Their…

Action Taken On Condemned Properties, And Livestock Ordinance Amended During Warren City Council June Meeting

The Warren City Council convened for its regular monthly meeting on Monday, June 10, 2024 in the City Council Chambers of the Warren Municipal Building. The meeting began on a somber note with a moment of silence to honor the late Jerry Daniels, a longstanding member of the Warren School Board and a beloved community…

Annual McCoy Cemetery Association Meeting announced for June 27

Annual McCoy Cemetery Association Meeting announced for June 27

The annual meeting of the McCoy Cemetery Association will be held June 27 at 6:00 p.m. at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church in New Edinburg, AR.  All interested individuals are invited to attend.  The Association continues to seek donations for the general maintenance of the property and donations can be made payable to McCoy Cemetery Association,…