Saline River News

Warren Street crews out in full force working to improve traction

WARREN, Ark. – City of Warren Street Department crews braved the chilly temperatures on Wednesday to address the aftermath of a winter storm that struck the region earlier in the week. The freezing temperatures overnight Tuesday created a slicker ice pack, posing challenges for residents and city operations. Top photo: Warren Street Department crews shoveling…

City of Warren announces revised garbage pickup schedule

WARREN, Ark. – In response to the severe winter storm that covered the City of Warren with sleet and snow earlier this week, officials have announced a revised garbage pickup schedule to accommodate the challenging weather conditions. In an announcement made on Wednesday afternoon, January 17, 2024, the City of Warren declared that there will…

Warren Streets still passable Wednesday, but caution still urged

WARREN, Ark. – Warren Mayor Gregg Reep provided a comprehensive update on the city’s street conditions on the third day following the winter storm that hit on Sunday and Monday. Despite challenges, Mayor Reep reassured residents that efforts were underway to address the slippery roadways. “Streets are still passable, but even more slippery than yesterday,”…

Two Bradley County students named to UA Little Rock Honors Fall 2023 Dean’s List

LITTLE ROCK, AR (01/16/2024)– The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces students who have made the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester, recognizing more than 1,175 students whose academic performances have been superior at the end of each semester. To be on the Dean’s List, UA Little Rock students must earn at least…

A fond farewell to Margie Wilson after 36 years of dedicated service at Warren Bank and Trust

In a heartfelt tribute to decades of unwavering dedication, Warren Bank and Trust bid farewell to one of its stalwarts, Margie Wilson, in a retirement celebration held last Friday, January 12, at the West Warren Bank Branch. Margie Wilson, a pillar of the community and Warren Bank, dedicated an impressive 36 years to serving the…

Warren Mayor Gregg Reep provides update on storm damage cleanup and City preparations for predicted winter weather

WARREN, Ark. – In the aftermath of the severe storms that struck Warren, Arkansas on January 12, 2024, Mayor Gregg Reep spoke to Saline River Chronicle Saturday morning about the measures the City is actively engaged in to help cleanup efforts throughout town. He also addressed the preparations underway for the upcoming winter storm forecasted…

Community Alert: Banks Residents advised to prepare for extended power outages

BANKS, Ark. – The Town of Banks issued an announcement on Friday morning, following a series of powerful storms that swept through the region, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Top photo: Trees down along the highway near Banks. Photo courtesy of the Town of Banks. In a statement released by town officials,…

2023 hit and run death ruled suicide by State Medical Examiner, but Warren PD reveal they believe the body was moved

The Arkansas State Medical Examiner’s Office has officially ruled the death of Eli Perrin on August 15, 2023, in Warren as a suicide, as per information released on Thursday by the Warren Police Department. As initially reported by Saline River Chronicle, the Warren Police Department responded to a call regarding a possible deceased man in…

BCMC Home Health earns CAHPS Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction

WARREN, Ark. (1/11/24) – The Bradley County Medical Center Home Health department has been presented a Home Health CAHPS (Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction by WellSky for 2023. This award is given to home health departments that have exhibited superior performance in patient satisfaction during the 2022 calendar…

Warren Lions Club hosts Southeast Community Action Agency’s Executive Director, Michael Jones

The Warren Lions Club gathered on January 10, 2024, for their regular meeting, featuring an insightful presentation by Michael Jones, the Executive Director of the Southeast Community Action Agency (SCAA). The meeting was sponsored by Lion Keeton Hudson, and Lion Neely Vance was also present and pictured in the above photo. As the head of…