WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren held its monthly City Council meeting on August 12, 2024, at the Warren Municipal Building, with Mayor Gregg Reep presiding over the proceedings. The meeting, attended by Council members Angela Marshall, Memory Burks-Frazer, Dorothy Henderson, Joel Tolefree, Emily Moseley, and Latanza Atkins, covered a wide range of community…
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, Aug. 13 at noon for its first meeting of August at the First Methodist Church. President Dana Harvey began the meeting with a presentation of a Rotary Gavel to past president Dennen Cuthbertson, who served as president from 2021-2024. After that presentation, Cuthbertson introduced his program of Warren…
The following is a press release from The CALL in Southeast Arkansas: Entergy recently awarded The CALL in Southeast Arkansas (SEA) with a $10,000 open grant to support the launch of the SEA Family Reunification Project for Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, Drew and Lincoln counties! For children and families separated in foster care, regular, positive visitation experiences…
WARREN, Ark. – The deadline for submitting livestock entries for the Bradley County Fair is fast approaching. All entries must be submitted by August 25, 2024. A $10 entry fee will be required for each large four-legged animal, while rabbits and poultry will have a $1 entry fee per animal. Payments should be made at…
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on Monday evening, August 13, at the District’s Administrative office. The board reviewed and approved several personnel actions during the session. The following personnel changes were made: Classified Resignation: Certified Hire Recommendations: Classified Hire Recommendations: Classified Rehire Recommendations:
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The annual Bradley County Fair Queen and Junior Fair Queen Pageant will take place on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the Hermitage Community Center, located at 416 S. Hickory St., Hermitage, AR 71647. The event, open to contestants aged 14-23, promises to be a showcase of beauty, grace, and community spirit. Entry…
WARREN, Ark. – The Knights of Columbus, the local fraternal organization of St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Warren, hosted a lively and well-attended soccer tournament on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Axley Field. The tournament kicked off at 8 a.m. and brought together families and soccer enthusiasts from across the community, all in support of…
CROSSETT, Ark. – A job fair will take place on Thursday, August 15, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 105 West 2nd Avenue, hosted by the Crossett Economic Development Commission. This event presents a significant opportunity for job seekers in the area, with leading company Roseburg and Clean Harbors seeking to fill a variety…
WARREN, Ark. – On Saturday, August 10, 2024, the Warren City Park was buzzing with excitement as Union Hill Baptist Church and St. James AME Church joined forces to host a community-wide Back-to-School Bash and Celebration. The event, spearheaded by organizer Chanelle Hopper, brought together various local organizations and churches to support students as they…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage Youth Sports Program has officially opened registration for its 2024 soccer season, welcoming children aged 3 to 14 from Hermitage, Bradley County, and surrounding areas. This program is an exciting opportunity for young athletes to develop their skills, make new friends, and enjoy the thrill of soccer, regardless of whether…
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School proudly announced on Friday evening that Taylor Hasley, one of their own, has been selected as a model for the prestigious 2025 Varsity Spirit Fashion catalog. This achievement highlights Taylor’s dedication to cheerleading and her outstanding talent. In a statement, Warren High School shared their excitement: “Taylor was selected…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage community is gearing up for an exciting event as the annual Back to School Bash is scheduled for Saturday, August 10, 2024. The event, aimed at all students within the Hermitage School District, will take place at the Hermitage Community Center, beginning at 3:00 p.m. This year’s bash promises to…
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Schneider, a leading provider of transportation and logistics services, is inviting job seekers to a recruitment event on Tuesday, August 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Arkansas Workforce Center, located at 477 S. Main Street in Monticello. This event offers a unique opportunity for…
NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – Re-New-ing Edinburg is excited to remind locals its Annual Back to School Splash, happening on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is a fantastic opportunity for kids and their families to enjoy a fun-filled day as they prepare to head back to school. For more information…
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Train Depot was the site of a joyous celebration on Saturday, August 3rd, as friends, family, and local leaders gathered to honor Joel Tolefree on his 65th birthday. The event, organized by the Tolefree family, was a fitting tribute to a man known for his dedication and service to the…
Earlier this week, students from across the sports spectrum at WHS came together to promote the school’s new initiative, “A Cut Above.” This effort is part of a broader revamp by Jostens, with full details set to be unveiled at a later date. The “A Cut Above” initiative is designed as a schoolwide movement, emphasizing…
The City of Warren hosted a retirement party and reception for longtime police officer Michael Sharp on July 30, 2024, at the Warren Municipal Building. Officer Sharp, a respected and dedicated member of the Warren Police Department, was honored for his many years of service to the community. The event was attended by Sharp’s colleagues,…
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WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School is offering “A Cut Above” t-shirts for sale at a special price of just $10. This limited-time offer includes a wide range of sizes, from Small to 5X. To purchase, contact Tonia Brasher or Britny Nix at 870-226-6736 or via email at [email protected]. Don’t miss out on this opportunity…
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A new dataset is providing a bird’s-eye view of Arkansas’ forests 1 meter at a time. An Arkansas researcher has developed the first high-resolution forest canopy cover dataset for an entire state, providing valuable insights for forest management and conservation to a major economic sector in Arkansas. “I had this vision of creating something…
Poultry Blood Testing for the Bradley County Fair & Livestock Show is scheduled for Thursday, August 29th from 3:30 – 6:00 pm at the Bradley County Fairgrounds beside the main shed. Please call the Bradley County Extension Office at 870-226-8410 to register the number of birds for poultry testing or to talk to County Agent John…