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Hermitage’s Selby Best named Cooperative Extension Service 2024 county agent summer intern
The following is a press release from the University of Arkansas Department of Agriculture: LITTLE ROCK — College students interested in careers as extension agents have the opportunity to experience agriculture, 4-H and family and consumer sciences programming through the Cooperative Extension Service’s 10-week, paid summer internship. The Cooperative Extension Service, the outreach and education…
PTF Cornhole Tournament Info Released
Warren Junior Auxiliary to host free family movie night June 8th at the Warren City Park
Summer EBT Is Here
The following is a press release from the Warren School District: Summer EBT helps close the hunger gap when kids are on summer break and not receiving nutritious meals at school. It helps provide grocery-buying benefits to low-income families with school-aged children. Each eligible child in your family will receive $120 on his or her own…
Former Warren Resident Celebrates 38th Year With First Natural State Bank
McGEHEE – Fran White Childress celebrated her 38th year with First Natural State Bank with a simple group text to all the bank’s employees on her anniversary. She said in the text she “..was grateful for her almost four decades on the job and to all the employees whom she “considers as her family.” She is…
BCMC Auxiliary Makes Donation to M*A*S*H Program
The BCMC Auxiliary made a $500 donation to the 2024 M*A*S*H Program, scheduled for June 24-28 at the hospital. Co-Director of the M*A*S*H Program Krissy Morrison is pictured accepting the check from Liz McKinstry of the BCMC Auxiliary. Top photo: Krissy Morrison (left) accepting check from Liz McKinstry.
SEACAC holding board member election June 17th
The following is a press release from Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation: Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation (SEACAC) will be holding a board member election on June 17, 2024 to fill the vacant position for the Bradley County Private Sector on the board.All interested participants will need to bring a minimum of 2-3 supporters with…
Castillo of Warren elected State Representative at Arkansas Boys State
Daniel Castillo of Warren from Warren High School was elected as a State Representative for his congressional district at Arkansas Boys State 2024, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. Castillo was elected by his peers during district elections on Tuesday, May 28, as part of the 83rd annual session…
Weatherspoon of Warren elected State Senator at Arkansas Boys State
Cody Weatherspoon of Warren from Warren High School was elected as a State Senator for his congressional district at Arkansas Boys State 2024, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. Weatherspoon was elected by his peers during district elections on Tuesday, May 28, as part of the 83rd annual session…
Library Summer Reading Program Starts June 11th
The following is a press release from the Warren Branch Library: Warren Branch Library announces the 2024 Summer Reading Program: “Adventure Begins At Your Library”. Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m., beginning June 11th and ending July 18. Everyone is welcome. No registration necessary. Our program will include activities such as storytimes, arts & crafts,…
Follow SRC on X(formerly Twitter)
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Brad Harrod Farms and Hermit Corner Produce Deliver First Box of Tomatoes for 2024
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service: The first box of tomatoes for 2024 was brought in on Memorial Day by Brad Harrod, owner of Brad Harrod Farms & Hermit Corner Produce. The Harrods raise 25 acres of tomatoes annually, as well as an additional 70 acres of various…
Bradley County Quorum Court Considers Potential Future Jail Plans
The Bradley County Quorum Court convened last Monday evening for its routine monthly session, addressing various matters crucial to the county’s governance. Among the agenda items, one stood out as particularly significant—the Court’s decision regarding the exploration of a potential future jail construction project. During the session, the Court voted to empower County Judge Klay…
Kasey Johnston named Hermitage 2024 Teacher of the Year
The Hermitage School District proudly announced Kasey Johnston as the 2024 Teacher of the Year, recognizing her exceptional dedication and influence on the students and the community. In their recent press release, the district expressed heartfelt congratulations to Johnston, stating, “Congratulations to Kasey Johnston on being named Hermitage 2024 Teacher of the Year! Your passion…
Grace Cowboy Church To Host Kids Camp June 2-5
Curtis of Hermitage elected to city office at Arkansas Boys State
Carter Curtis of Hermitage from Hermitage High School was elected as City Councilman for Cantrell City at Arkansas Boys State 2024, a summer leadership and civic engagement experience sponsored by the American Legion. Curtis was elected by his peers during city elections on Monday, May 27, as part of the 83rd annual session of Arkansas…
Warren arrest and confinement record for May 21-27, 2024
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty.
Bradley County Veterans Host 2024 Memorial Day Service
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Veterans hosted a heartfelt Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 27, 2024, at the First Methodist Church of Warren. The service, which commenced at 11:00 am, was a solemn and respectful tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for the nation. Clifford Wayne Clayton, Chairman of the Bradley…
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Bradley County Veterans Museum announces Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
Saline River Chronicle posted this article originally on May 20, but is sharing it once more to remind readers about the Memorial Day Service plans locally. The Bradley County Veterans Museum is proud to announce the annual Memorial Day ceremony, set to take place on Monday, May 27th, at 11:00 AM. The event will be…