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WARREN, Ark. – Attention artists and crafters! The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is just around the corner, scheduled to take place on June 14-15, 2024, in Warren, Arkansas. If you’re eager to showcase your creativity and unique talents, now is the time to get involved by submitting your vendor forms. Vendor applications for…

The Bradley County Health Unit, located at 208 North Bragg Street in Warren, Arkansas, is gearing up to host a special event dedicated to celebrating and promoting women’s health. The MOMs Day Event is scheduled to take place on May 2 from 2-4 pm, offering a range of activities and opportunities for attendees to engage…

WARREN, Ark. – The excitement is building in Warren, Arkansas, as the official logo for the 68th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival has been unveiled. Designed by local Elizabeth Britton, this year’s logo captures the essence of the beloved festival in a vibrant and symbolic way. The logo showcases a stamp-style image featuring two…

The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday for its weekly meeting at First Methodist Church. The group heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarian Alice Regalado to begin the program. Warren Rotary Club President Dennen Cuthbertson took the stage next to speak about his role as Community Champion for Bradley County Medical Center as a…

HERMITAGE, Ark. – In a proud announcement from Hermitage High School, several students are being celebrated for their outstanding achievements and future academic pursuits as the class of 2024 prepares for graduation. Leading the Class of 2024 with Highest Honors are Aislin England, Easton Parker, and Ana Castillo. Aislin England, daughter of Chris and Amanda…

WARREN, Ark. – In a delightful addition to Warren’s culinary landscape, The Good News Ice Cream Shop announced its grand opening at 200 West Cypress St with much fanfare. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, sponsored by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, brought together community leaders, local business figures, and enthusiastic residents to celebrate this sweet occasion.…

The following is a press release from Warren Water & Sewer: Warren Water & Sewer has been made aware of a scam targeting customers. The scam involves unknown individuals calling citizens claiming to be from Warren Water & Sewer. They threaten disconnection of service if payment is not made via phone. These calls may be…

The following is a press release from Commercial Bank & Trust: Commercial Bank & Trust is proud to announce a strategic initiative to unify sister bank, First State Bank of Warren, into the Commercial Bank operation effective June 24, 2024. Given the proximity of locations, unifying as one bank under the Commercial Bank charter will…

LITTLE ROCK – Warren High School’s Army JROTC, known as the Lumberjack Battalion, showcased their skills and determination at the recent Little Rock Catholic Marine Corps JROTC Raider competition held on Saturday, April 20th. The event, featuring intense challenges across multiple categories, saw Warren High School’s team emerge victorious with impressive performances. Competing in three…

WARREN, Ark. – On Sunday, April 21, 2024, Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Warren, Arkansas, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 119th anniversary. The occasion was marked by a special service led by Pastor Henry Cox, who delivered a powerful message reflecting on the church’s rich history and enduring commitment to faith…

BILOXI, MISS. – Arkansas State Police’s Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP) once again dominated the annual Gulf Coast High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area awards held earlier this week in Biloxi, Miss., winning three individual awards, Team of the Year and Officer of the Year. Top photo: Trooper Ana Escamilla ASP’s outstanding performance in 2023 was recognized…

HERMITAGE, Ark. – In preparation for the upcoming Hermit Daze festivities, the Hermitage community is rallying together for a massive cleanup effort. Sponsored by Revitalize Hermitage and aligned with the Keep Arkansas Beautiful Campaign, the Hermitage Community Cleanup is set to take place on May 4th from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The agenda for…

WARREN, Ark. – With the rapidly evolving landscape of education, Warren High School is proud to announce the launch of the new Pre-Educator Program of Study, an innovative education program designed to empower high school students with knowledge and experience in the field of education. The Pre-Educator Program aims to bridge the gap by offering…

WARREN, Ark. – In a ceremony to reaffirm the city’s commitment to fair and equal housing opportunities, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep issued a proclamation designating April as Fair Housing Month in Warren. The proclamation ceremony, held Friday morning, highlighted the importance of ensuring non-discriminatory practices in housing. “It is illegal to discriminate against any person…

The following are the full minutes from the April 17, 2024 Re-New-ing Edinburg monthly meeting: Roger McClellan, President, welcomed those in attendance and called the meeting to order. The minutes of the March meeting were previously emailed to members but also passed out to those in attendance. Motion was made by Linda Hornaday, seconded by…

WARREN, Ark. – Students at Warren High School recently had the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience through Mrs. Brooke Hogue’s Family and Consumer Science classes. These classes participated in the “Get Real Here’s the Deal” simulation, which provided students with hands-on experience in financial decision-making. The “Get Real Here’s the Deal” simulation is designed…