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Chamber of Commerce announces Downtown Business Window Beautification Contest winners

WARREN, Ark. – In preparation for the bustling summer festival season and the influx of summer traffic, the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce hosted a downtown business window beautification contest over the past few weeks. Local businesses were encouraged to decorate their storefronts, bringing a festive spirit to the heart of downtown Warren. Top photo:…

Pick of the pies: Inaugural Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Pie Contest debuts this June

The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival committee is excited to announce a new event for the 68th Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival.     Arkansas Pie Festival’s “Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Pie Contest” is a new addition to the 2024 Festival schedule…

Mayli Castleberry named Bradley County Scott Tractor 4-H Scholarship recipient

Mayli Castleberry, a Home Schooled Senior, is the recipient of this year’s Bradley County Scott Tractor 4-H Scholarship.  The Scott Tractor scholarship is awarded each year to a senior 4-H’er who has excelled in 4-H activities. Mayli will be attending Southern Arkansas University Tech in the fall.  Pictured presenting the award to Mayli is Robin Hollis, Administrative…

Bradley County Medical Center celebrates 2024 Hospital Week with community support and employee appreciation

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) recently celebrated the 2024 National Hospital Week with a series of events that highlighted community support and showed appreciation for the hard-working medical staff. The week-long celebration featured a variety of activities and treats, thanks to the generosity of local businesses and the creativity of Warren…

BCMC hands out service awards to conclude Hospital Week

Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) wrapped up National Hospital Week with a special ceremony on Friday, May 17, honoring employees for their years of dedicated service. The event celebrated the hard work and commitment of BCMC staff, highlighting their contributions to the community’s healthcare. The ceremony featured a picture of the award recipients. Front Row…

Former Warren native honored for historic preservation efforts

The following is a special to Saline River Chronicle: FAYETTEVILLE – The Historic District Commission and the Fayetteville’s Mayor’s office recently announced the winners of the 12th Annual Historic Preservation Awards. Top photo: Mayor Lioneld Jordan and Maylon Rice Maylon T. Rice, a native of Warren, received a Letter of Acclamation for his social media promotion…

WHS announces valedictorians and salutatorians for Class of 2024

WHS announces valedictorians and salutatorians for Class of 2024

Warren High School announced Wednesday the highest honors to be presented to Warren’s top students in the Class of 2024. The following awards were given for Distinguished Honors: Valedictorians: Salutatorians: Warren graduation is set for May 23 at 7 pm at Lumberjack Arena. The Senior Awards ceremony is scheduled for May 21 at 10 am,…

BCMC Auxiliary Hosts Front Porch Party for hospital staff to celebrate National Hospital Week

The BCMC Auxiliary held a Front Porch Party for employees Tuesday, May 14 as a part of National Hospital Week. The Auxiliary members prepared refreshments that included cookies, cupcakes, punch, and more as a thank you to BCMC employees, who could grab some to go, or visit with others either outside or inside the building.…

2024 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey, Tolbert Scholarship recipients have been named

The 2024 Anthony, Gathen, Rainey and Tolbert Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 have been awarded to each of the following high school seniors: Dumas High School Lydia Pointer – will be attending Arkansas State University Three Rivers at Malvern.  Jackson Norris – will be attending the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville Kaiden Daniels– graduating…

Tyler Farr to headline Saturday, June 15th’s Pink Tomato Festival entertainment; Ward Davis to open

The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival: The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Executive Committee is pleased to announce that on Saturday, June 15th, singer/songwriter Ward Davis will take the stage as opening act for headliner singer/songwriter Tyler Farr. Opener Ward Davis is an American singer/songwriter from Monticello, Arkansas…