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…
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Congratulate your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle!
Graduation is right around the corner. If you would like to honor your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle, you can do so directly on our front page. For just $20 you get a photo of your graduate along with a message of your choice. The post will contain its own unique web address, so…
Hermitage community gears up for cleanup day ahead of Hermit Daze
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…
Empowerment through education: Introducing pre-educator program of study for high school students
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 Mayor Gregg Reep proclaims April as Fair Housing Month
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…
Excitement builds for upcoming New Edinburg All School Reunion
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 High School students gain real-world financial skills
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…
WHS students get the chance to interview with major US companies
Warren High School (WHS) seniors had a unique opportunity this past week as they attended Draft Day in El Dorado. This event offered them a second chance to interview for jobs with renowned companies such as Lockheed Martin, Canfor, and Albemarle, opening doors to potential future careers. The School District expressed its gratitude, stating, “We…
Great Outdoors Youth Day nearing; set for May 4th
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service: The Cooperative Extension Service of Bradley, Cleveland, Calhoun, and Dallas Counties is once again sponsoring The Great Outdoors Youth Day on Saturday, May 4th, at the Bradley County Park. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. and events will include Fishing Derby, Learning Stations,…
Central Missionary Baptist Church in Warren holding revival services starting Monday
WARREN, Ark. – Central Missionary Baptist Church in Warren is gearing up for three nights of revival services. The services are scheduled for April 22nd, 23rd, and 24th, 2024, starting at 7 p.m. each night. The church, located on Seminary Street, is welcoming everyone to join in this event. The featured evangelist for the revival…
Chamber of Commerce hosting Community Business Beautification contest
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce: The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce announces the Community Business Beautification contest. Let’s get Warren spruced up! There are big things happening in Warren during the month of June. Of course, there is the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival, and the cast…
Section of Pine Street to remain closed as repair work to the Town Branch continues
WARREN, Ark. – A segment of Pine Street, spanning from Myrtle to Chestnut, has been temporarily closed to facilitate further repairs to the Town Branch, which runs beneath this stretch of road. As initially reported by Saline River Chronicle late last week, this closure was prompted by an issue with a water line, a consequence…
Union Bank hosting Shred Day event Wednesday
Warren Woman’s Club to host Arbor Day celebration event April 26th
Warren Woman’s Club has announced the 2024 Arbor Day celebration for Warren and Bradley County is scheduled for Friday, April 26th. The annual celebration is scheduled for 1:00 pm and will be held at the new Warren Elementary school. The public is invited to join them for this special occasion. The memorial tree will be…
Public Notice from Warren Water and Sewer System
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer System: On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Warren Water & Sewer will begin flushing the water mains through the fire hydrants. The water may be discolored for a short time period; should you encounter serious problems, call Warren Water & Sewer. Your patience and cooperation…
BCMC Rural Health Clinic to begin behavioral health services with Tiffany Wargo
WARREN, Ark. (4/15/24) – The Bradley County Medical Center (BCMC) Rural Health Clinic is excited to announce new behavioral health services with Tiffany Wargo, who is a dual certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), beginning on May 13, 2024. Appointments can be scheduled now by calling 870-226-8636. Tiffany’s…
Holy Deliverance COGIC invites public to Dual-Day Sunday
Simple Simon’s Pizza coming back to Warren
WARREN, Ark. – Saline River Chronicle has learned that Simple Simon’s Pizza is coming back to Warren soon. According to a social media post made Sunday, April 14 from Gayla McWhorter, who owned the original Simple Simon’s Pizza in Warren, she is bringing the Pizza chain back to town, although with a new building and…
Portion of Pine Street closed due to water line issue near Town Branch
WARREN, Ark. – Residents and drivers in Warren are facing a temporary road closure as Pine Street, from Chestnut to Myrtle, has been shut down. The closure comes in response to an issue near the town branch, where a fallen tree has caused complications with a water and sewer line. Monty Hearnesberger, the head of…