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Warren Water and Sewer provides update on boil order
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer: Warren Water and Sewer would like to reach out to customers to update on the current status of the water supply. We are pumping more water than normal but the situation is improving. This includes residents served by Warren Water & Sewer, Bradley…
Bradley County Quorum Court hears report on recent winter weather challenges, as well as the Sheriff’s Department 2023 year-end numbers
WARREN, Ark. – In the regular monthly meeting held on January 22, 2024, at the Bradley County Courthouse, the Bradley County Quorum Court convened to discuss a variety of matters from the 2023 Sheriff’s report, the recent challenges posed by winter weather in the community, as well as two ordinances pertaining to solid waste and…
Bradley County winter weather closings(Tuesday, January 23, 2024)
Schools Businesses Restaurants Other If you would like to submit your organization or business to the above list, text 870-820-2894. Please note that UAMS Kids First is OPEN this week.
Warren Schools out Tuesday due to boil order
WARREN, Ark. – In light of the city-wide boil order in Warren, the Warren School District has announced the closure of all its facilities on Tuesday, January 23. The boil order, which has been in effect for a few days, has compelled local authorities to take necessary steps to mitigate potential health risks. Residents of…
Residential garbage pickup to resume Monday in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – After a temporary pause in residential garbage pickup services due to winter weather, the City of Warren Sanitation Department is set to resume operations on Monday, January 22, 2024 with regular Monday routes scheduled for pickup. The interruption in garbage collection occurred over the past week as the city faced challenging weather…
Bradley County winter weather closings(Monday, January 22, 2024)
Schools Businesses Restaurants Other If you would like to submit your organization or business to the above list, text 870-820-2894.
Fire at local flooring business Sunday morning
WARREN, Ark. – In an incident on Sunday morning, a fire engulfed the premises of the local business, C2 Floor and More. The emergency call was received by the Warren Emergency Services Center around 7:27 am, triggering a swift response from the Warren Fire Department and Bradley County Rural Fire Department, Warren Police Department, and…
Water situation improving, but boil order still in place
WARREN, Ark. – In the face of challenging winter weather conditions, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep provided an update on the ongoing precautionary boil order affecting the water supply in Warren. The mayor spoke with the Warren Water and Sewer Manager earlier today, shedding light on the progress being made to address the situation. Despite the…
Bradley County Extension Service Welcomes New Family & Consumer Sciences Agent, Penny Vance
WARREN, Ark. – In an official announcement made by the Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service, County Extension Agent-Staff Chair John C. Gavin shared the exciting news of the appointment of Mrs. Penny Vance as the new Family & Consumer Sciences Agent. The announcement, made in a press release on Friday, January 19, 2024, invites the…
St. James AME presents 30th Annual MLK Banquet January 27
Bradley County Road Department grading several roads
WARREN, Ark. – In a public announcement made Friday by the Bradley County Courthouse, residents were informed that the Road Department has initiated a road grading operation on several routes within the county. The highlighted roads include County Roads 32, 25, Pattsville, Old Camden, 18E, and 22. The Road Department is actively engaged in grading…
Holden Cathey shines as Grand Champion at Purple Circle Club’s prestigious induction ceremony
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – In a ceremony held on December 9th in Little Rock, the Purple Circle Club welcomed 162 exceptional students into its prestigious ranks. Sponsored by Farm Bureau Arkansas, this annual event celebrated the achievements of youth exhibitors who demonstrated excellence in livestock projects at the Arkansas State Fair. Established in 1952, the…
Kimberly O’Neal earns BCMC January Employee of the Month Award
The first BCMC Employee of the Month award for 2024 goes to Kimberly O’Neal of the Senior Care Department. O’Neal claimed the January honor after her nominated stated: “Kim is always friendly to patients and other employees. She goes out of her way to learn about each patient to create an amazing rapport. They all…
Boil order issued for Warren Water and Sewer, Bradley County Rural Water, South West Warren Rural Water, and Corinth Valley Rural Water
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer issued Thursday evening, January 18, 2024: Warren Water & Sewer, Bradley County Rural Water, South West Warren Rural Water & Corinth Valley Rural Water are all under a precautionary boil order. Warren Water & Sewer, Bradley County Rural Water, South West Warren Rural Water…
Residential garbage pickup forced to be delayed till Monday in Warren
In a Thursday statement to Saline River Chronicle, Warren Mayor Gregg Reep addressed the challenges the City is currently facing in terms of residential garbage pickup. Due to icy conditions on the streets, the City has been forced to postpone trash collection until Monday. Mayor Reep acknowledged the efforts of the City’s street crews, highlighting…
Warren Water & Sewer seeks customer assistance to prevent water supply depletion
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer: URGENT- Warren Water & Sewer needs help from customers Warren Water & Sewer would like to reach out to customers that the water supply could deplete without the help of the Warren residents. This includes residents served by Warren Water & Sewer, Bradley County…
Warren and Rural Fire Departments respond to two minor fires at local chip mill Thursday
WARREN, Ark. – In a prompt and efficient response, the Bradley County Rural Fire Department and Warren Fire Department successfully tackled two minor fires at the chip mill located on the east side of the Hwy 189 Bypass east of Warren. The first incident unfolded around 6 am on Thursday morning when a conveyor belt…
Need help with your winter utility bills?
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas customers who need help paying their winter utility bills can apply now for up to $475 in assistance through the federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The program’s application period runs Jan. 8 through March 22, officials said, or until funds are expended. LIHEAP is designed to lower…
Bradley County winter weather closings(Friday, January 19, 2024)
Schools Businesses Restaurants Other If you would like your business included in this list, please email us at [email protected] or text 870-820-2894.

BCMC advances care with MEDITECH’s Cloud-Based Expanse EHR
WARREN, Ark. (1/18/24) – Bradley County Medical Center is proud to announce its adoption of MEDITECH Expanse, a modern, cloud-based Electronic Health Record (EHR) for today’s healthcare needs. Expanse will provide BCMC with a single EHR that seamlessly connects patient records across all care facilities, including the BCMC Rural Health Clinic, starting on Tuesday, Jan.…