The following is a press release from Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival official T Shirts are now available for purchase. Each year, the Festival committee produces a T Shirt to commemorate the special Bradley County event. Top photo: Leslie Adams is shown presenting the first 2024 T…
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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 12thAnnual 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…
Extension Service offering sourdough workshop June 6
The Bradley County Extension Service will be hosting a Sourdough Workshop on Thursday, June 6, from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. The presenter will be Meri Whitney Brown. The cost is $10 per person, and everyone will leave with a Sourdough Starter. Space is limited to 10 people, so call 870-226-8410 or email pvance@uada.edu to register…
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.…
Still time to reserve a Tomato on the Square
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is scheduled for June 10th through June 15th. Plans for this year’s festival are being finalized and new events are being added for the 68th annual event. The “Tomatoes on the Square” will be…
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…
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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…
Expanded recycling, speed bumps, and equipment donation among items discussed during May Warren City Council Meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened on Monday evening, May 13, 2024, at the Warren Municipal Building to address crucial matters concerning the city’s governance and upcoming events. Chaired by Warren Mayor Gregg Reep, the meeting saw active participation from council members and significant decisions that will impact the city’s future. Five council…
Unveiling of Daisy Bates statue celebrated in US Capitol’s Statutory Hall
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, a significant moment took place in the US Capitol as a statue of civil rights activist Daisy Bates was unveiled in Statutory Hall. Among the distinguished guests present were Representative Jeff Wardlaw, along with his wife Missy Wardlaw, Former Mayor Bryan Martin, and Dr. Sue Martin. Representative Wardlaw played a…
Harrod and Johnson families named 2024 Bradley County Farm Family of the Year
WARREN, Ark. – Mr. Nathan and Mrs. Jodi Harrod, (along with James and Barbara Johnson), owners and operators of Spring Branch Farms, LLC, were recently honored as the 2024 Bradley County Farm Family of the Year. With an operation that is growing each year, the 40-plus acre business owned by the couple and Nathan’s grandparents…
Donald W. Reynolds YMCA opens cheerleading registration for 2024 football season
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County has announced the opening of registration for cheerleading for the upcoming 2024 football season. The registration is available for students entering 3rd through 7th grade. Parents of aspiring cheerleaders are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity, as registration will close on…
Prime Time Riders Club to host “The Cook Off” event Saturday
WARREN, Ark. – The Prime Time Riders Club is gearing up for an exciting event that promises fun for the whole family. “The Cook Off” will take place on Saturday, May 18, at Westside Field in Warren, AR, from 11 am to 6 pm. Participants and spectators are encouraged to bring their tents and lawn…
Warren arrest and confinement record for May 8-12, 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.
Winners announced for Bradley County Creative Art Contest
WARREN, Ark. – The artistic talents of Warren and Hermitage School students shone brightly as they participated in the Bradley County Creative Art Contest, sponsored by the Warren Woman’s Club. The contest, held in April, concluded with a showcase of exceptional artworks at the Warren Branch Library on May 3rd and 4th, 2024. Judged by…
Mayor Gregg Reep presents contribution to Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep made a contribution to the upcoming 2024 Pink Tomato Festival. This contribution was presented to Nora Pocheco, representing Warren Bank & Trust Co., in anticipation of the festival’s grand events. The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is set to kick off on…
Bike decorating contest Announced for Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival
WARREN, Ark. – On Friday, May 10, 2024, Judge Bruce and Lou Anne Anderson announced their sponsorship of a Bike Decorating Contest set to take place during the upcoming Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. The contest is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, with registration starting at 8:30 am and judging commencing at 9 am. The…
BCMC Auxiliary sews items for use at Hospital
The BCMC Auxiliary volunteers are sewing bibs, busy placemats, fidget sleeves, bags for individuals using a walker, crocheted hats, gloves, scarfs for cancer patients, plus dolls that have a washable marker to be placed in ambulances and the Emergency Room. The dolls are so a child can draw on the doll where they are hurting.…
2nd Annual Hermit Daze Festival happening May 18th
Attendees are encouraged come see Josie at 5pm on Main Street, and bring a lawn chair!
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