Saline River News

Plan ahead this St. Patrick’s Day-Drive sober or get pulled over

St. Patrick’s Day is one of the United States’ most popular holidays, celebrated with festivals, parades, and parties. These celebrations frequently feature themed cocktails and green pints, and the amount of alcohol consumed on this holiday is higher than average. People are more likely to make poor decisions as a result, including driving while intoxicated.…

ARHP hosting free diabetes education workshop series at Brunson Medical Complex

The Arkansas Rural Health Partnership (ARHP) is hosting a free Diabetes Education Workshop Series at Bradley County Medical Center’s Brunson Medical Complex, located at 204 North Bragg Street in Warren. The workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on six consecutive Tuesdays starting March 12, 2024 and ending on April 16, 2024. …

Complete Bradley County primary election results

The following are the complete results of the March 5, 2024 Bradley County primary election. All 14 Bradley County precincts are included in the below results: Total ballots cast: 836 Total registered voters: 5,069 Voter turnout: 16.49% All candidates listed in the order as they appeared on the official printout. Republican Presidential Primary: Democratic Presidential…

Skywarn class coming to Rison April 16

Residents of Warren, Arkansas, are encouraged to gear up for an insightful opportunity to enhance their weather awareness skills, courtesy of an upcoming Skywarn class in nearby Rison. Scheduled for April 16th at 6:30 pm, this two-hour program organized by the National Weather Service promises to equip participants with valuable knowledge on identifying weather formations,…

Sunday wreck at Stewart’s Store in New Edinburg leaves property damaged

NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – In the early hours of Sunday morning, March 3, 2024, a one-vehicle accident occurred at Stewart’s Store in New Edinburg, according to reports obtained by the Saline River Chronicle. The incident, however, resulted in no injuries to the driver involved. Although details of the accident remain scarce, it has been confirmed…

Elizabeth Britton wins 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Logo Contest

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee has announced Elizabeth Britton as the winner of the 2024 PTF logo contest. The announcement was made early Monday morning. In a ceremony attended by key committee members, Britton received the honor of designing the official logo for the upcoming event. She was pictured alongside…

Bradley County 4-H celebrates 75th Annual Awards Dinner

WARREN, Ark. – The 75th Annual Bradley County 4-H Award Dinner, sponsored by Warren Bank and Trust Company, unfolded in grandeur at the Immanuel Baptist Church Family Life Center in Warren, Arkansas. The evening, themed “To Make the Best Better,” showcased the remarkable achievements and contributions of Bradley County’s 4-H members and volunteers. Top photo:…

Warren School District urges preparation for Middle School Assessments

Warren School District urges preparation for Middle School Assessments

The Warren School District has announced the dates for the upcoming ATLAS summative assessments at Warren Middle School: In a statement released to the Saline River Chronicle, school officials emphasized the importance of students being well-rested, eating breakfast, and being in attendance on these days. “It is very important that students be well-rested, eat breakfast,…

Fentanyl conference held SEACBEC addresses growing issue

WARREN, Ark. – On Thursday, the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center (SEACBEC) hosted a crucial conference addressing the escalating fentanyl crisis gripping the region. Prominent figures from various sectors converged to shed light on the multifaceted challenges posed by the potent synthetic opioid. The conference witnessed the presence of esteemed individuals including Dr. Cherl…

Banks Volunteer Fire Department leads response to woods fire Tuesday night

WARREN, Ark. – On Tuesday night, the Banks Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action in response to a woods fire on CR 14N. Toned out at 9 p.m., firefighters, aided by the Arkansas Forestry Commission and the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department, swiftly worked to contain the blaze. The fire, fortunately, was limited to several acres,…