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,…
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.…
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The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival was celebrated and is now a part of history. After a year of planning, everything came together to make for a great celebration of the vine ripe Pink Tomato and our area of the state. Thanks to the many volunteers who worked together to prepare for the 68th…
LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Community Foundation (ARCF) has established the Fordyce Survivors Fund in response to the devastating mass shooting event on June 21 in Fordyce, Arkansas. 100% of donations to the fund will provide financial support for survivors of the shooting. “Like so many, we are shocked and saddened by this terrible tragedy. A…
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Animal Clinic announced on social media on June 28 that Dr. Rose Mencer-Burchfield will be joining their team. Dr. Mencer-Burchfield is set to start seeing appointments at the clinic’s Monticello location beginning July 1st. Dr. Mencer-Burchfield, a native of southeast Arkansas, brings a wealth of passion for veterinary care to…
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (06/28/2024)– Local students were named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. To qualify for the Dean’s List, the following local students achieved at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours. Cherish Poole of…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors held its monthly meeting Thursday, June 27 inside the hospital’s conference room. Volumes, financials, ARPA funding, policy approvals, and property insurance were among the many topics discussed. Once the minutes from last month’s meeting were approved, Controller Matt Pace gave an update on the…
Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation will begin taking applications for the FY ‘2024 LI-HEAP Summer Regular & Crisis Program on July 8, 2024, until funds are depleted. The program is designed to assist low-income households with home energy-related emergencies. Summer Regular & Crisis assistance pays electricity only. The following information is needed to determine eligibility:…
WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren has announced the schedule for upcoming City Council meetings and closures in observance of Independence Day. The next City Council Agenda meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers located in the Municipal Building. In observance…
The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On June 19, 2024, at approximately 12:09 a.m., Warren Police Officers were dispatched to a residence on Cherry St. in reference to an armed home invasion. Upon their arrival they were told by a resident that individuals entered their home with guns. The individuals…
In a continued show of community support, Commercial Bank of Warren, formerly known as First State Bank, presented its annual donation to the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County on Wednesday, June 26. The donation ceremony underscored the bank’s commitment to local community initiatives and the ongoing support of the YMCA’s programs,…
The Bradley County High School All School Reunion is set to take place on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, in Warren. This event is open to anyone who attended school at Bradley County High, and it promises to be a memorable occasion for all participants. The festivities will be held at the Warren…
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley County has officially opened registration for their Tackle Football program, inviting young athletes from 3rd to 6th grade to sign up and join the action. The registration period is now open and will continue through July 17, giving parents ample time to enroll…
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Middle School is gearing up for the upcoming academic year with a comprehensive orientation program scheduled for August 2, 2024. The orientation is designed to help students transition smoothly into their new grade levels. The schedule for the day is as follows: Students are requested to bring $10 for iPad insurance.…
The following is a message from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: Thanks to the 2024 donors for your support of the 68th Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. This time honored event would not happen each year without the generous contributions from area businesses, organizations and individuals. Thank you for making the annual Pink…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage School District has announced the sign-in days and open house schedule for the 2024-2025 school year. Parents are encouraged to attend one of the designated sign-in dates to complete the necessary forms for their children, and to participate in the open house event to kick off the new school year.…
WILMAR, Ark. – Mark your calendars for an evening of inspirational music as the Holcomb Family brings their heartfelt melodies to Wilmar Baptist Church. The concert is set to take place on Sunday, June 30th, at 5:00 p.m. at the church, located at 2579 Hwy 278 West, Wilmar, Arkansas. The event is open to the…
WARREN, Ark. – This Saturday, June 29, the Rescue Riders will be hosting a special Summer Kit for Kids event at the Warren Branch Library. From 11 a.m. until supplies run out, families are invited to bring their children to enjoy a fun and practical giveaway designed to help them enjoy the summer safely and…