Elementary Art Teacher, Mrs. Christle Pierce, submitted students’ work to “The Moon and Beyond” art contest at Windgate Museum of Art. 3rd Grader Jonathan Cooper’s art was chosen to be on display at Hendrix. There will be an exhibition opening reception to honor the artists on Saturday, February 3 from 1PM to 3PM. This reception is open…
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Pesticide applicator training set for Thursday, February 15
The Bradley County Cooperative Extension Service will be conducting a Private Applicator Training for agricultural producers on Thursday, February 15th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Bradley County Extension Office, located at 201 N. Bragg Street in Warren. Agricultural producers must be certified by training to be eligible for a Restricted Pesticide License in order to…
HopePlace Director Wendy Curry presents program to Rotary
The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 30. The group heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarians Erick Lazaro and Alexsavior Ayala to begin the meeting. Then the club listened to a presentation from HopePlace Warren Director Wendy Curry. She updated the crowd on everything happening at HopePlace Warren,…
Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation award $268k grant to SBHAAR
SHERWOOD, ARK—The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation has awarded almost $268,000 to the School-Based Health Alliance of Arkansas for a new initiative to help expand access to dental care for K-12 students in rural parts of the state. The funding supports the state’s first school-based oral health learning collaborative. In partnership with three other government…
Geospatial AI provides new avenue for forest health research
MONTICELLO, Ark. — While an emerging fungal disease continues to chip away at the forestry industry in the southern United States, remote sensing researcher Hamdi Zurqani is developing artificial intelligence models to seek answers from the skies. Top photo: UNMANNED AIRCRAFT — Hamdi Zurqani, remote sensing researcher and assistant professor for the College of Forestry, Agriculture…
SouthArk announces Fall academic honors list
EL DORADO, Ark. – South Arkansas Community College has released its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the fall 2023 term. To be eligible for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the fall semester, and be classified as full-time. The students are: From Bigelow, Dustin…
Joe Hammons retires after 43 Years of dedicated service at PotlatchDeltic
WARREN, Ark. – In a heartfelt farewell Thursday, Joe Hammons bid adieu to a remarkable 43-year career at PotlatchDeltic, marking the end of an era in the Arkansas timber industry. The veteran saw filer commenced his journey with the company fresh out of Warren High School in 1980 and has since become a respected figure…
Warren native named to Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in U of A’s Fulbright College
Alissa Doffitt, who was born and raised in Warren through the 9th grade, was recently named to the Fall 2023 Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Below is a press release from the University of Arkansas about Doffitt’s achievement. Alissa Doffitt of Bentonville was named to the Fall…
Warren Middle School 2nd Nine Weeks Honor Roll announced
ALL A – 9 WEEKS: Grade 6 Adams, Izabella Alor, David Brown, Ava Cortes, Jazmin Gorman, Grayson Goudelock, Keegun Gregorio, Justin Hoskins, Addison Jackson, Trynity Kelley, Matthew Mann, Sophie McDougald, Evan Moody, Cambree Powell, Peyton Sandoval, Roy Sifuentes, Paloma Simmons, Erin Torres, Belen Turner, Jax Uribe, Kennedy ALL A – 9 WEEKS: Grade 7 Adair,…
Brunson 2nd 9 Weeks Honor Roll announced
Three Warren grads named to fall Dean’s list at UCA
CONWAY, AR (02/01/2024)– The University of Central Arkansas congratulates nearly 1,500 students who were named to the fall 2023 Dean’s List. The following individuals from your area were named to the Dean’s List. Daisy Mondragon of Warren, AR 71671 Ivan A Pahuamba of Warren, AR 71671 Brooklyn M Solis of Warren, AR 71671 Olivia Brown…
Evan Etue wins K-12 Culinary Connection’s District Chef Showdown
HERMITAGE, Ark. – In a culinary triumph, Evan Etue from Hermitage High School claimed victory in his district’s K-12 Culinary Connection’s Student Chef Showdown recently. Evan’s winning dish, a Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Fried Potato Balls, impressed judges and secured his title. K-12 Culinary Connection, a food service management company in Arkansas, congratulated Evan for…
Kali Bell’s artwork selected for display in exhibition
Elementary Art Teacher, Mrs. Christle Pierce, recently submitted students’ work to “The Moon and Beyond” art contest at Windgate Museum of Art. 3rd Grader Kali Bell’s art was chosen to be on display at Hendrix. There will be an exhibition opening reception to honor the artists on Saturday, February 3 from 1PM to 3PM. This…
UAM Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Moro Bay State Park temporarily closed due to flooding
MORO BAY, Ark. – Moro Bay State Park finds itself temporarily closed as the Ouachita River spills over its banks, leading to the flooding of various park amenities. The closure encompasses the campgrounds, day use area, playground, trails, and ferry exhibit, with the visitor center on the verge of closure due to accessibility challenges. The…
Boil Order lifted for Southwest Warren Rural Water & Corinth Valley Rural Water
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer: Southwest Warren Rural Water & Corinth Valley Rural Water have lifted the boil orders as of January31 th. Samples collected across both systems have been tested by Arkansas Department of Health andhave been found absent of bacteriological contamination. The boil order for Warren Water…
Hermitage native Dr. Jacie Scott joins Monticello Animal Clinic
MONTICELLO, Ark. – In a statement released on Tuesday, January 29, 2024, Monticello Animal Clinic proudly announced the addition of Dr. Jacie Scott to their esteemed veterinary team. Dr. Scott, originally from Hermitage, brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for animal care to the Monticello, Warren, and Dallas County Animal Clinics. Raised…
Warren School District announces plans for make-up days
The following is a press release from the Warren School District: Dear Warren School District Community, Due to storm damage, multiple ice/snow days, and a boil order, the Warren School District needs to make up seven days of school. In order to meet state requirements, the district must provide a 178-day calendar or 1068 hours…
Boil order lifted for Bradley County Rural Water System only
The following is a press release from Warren Water and Sewer: Bradley County Rural Water System has lifted the boil order as of January 30th for Bradley County Rural Water System customers only. Samples collected across the system have been tested by Arkansas Department of Health and have been found absent of bacteriological contamination. The…
30th Annual Martin Luther King Banquet celebrates community leaders
WARREN, Ark. – The 30th Annual Martin Luther King Banquet took place at the St. James AME Church in Warren on Saturday, January 27, 2024, bringing together the community to celebrate and honor outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions. Honorees in the Spotlight: The banquet shone a spotlight on three remarkable individuals who have…
Warren School Board moves closer to building new solar farm to power district facilities
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School Board has given the green light for the financing of a state-of-the-art solar farm. The decision was made during a special called meeting on January 25, 2024, where President Joey Cathey presided over the proceedings. The meeting, attended by board members Joel Tolefree, Shannon Gorman, Jerry Daniels, Dr. Kerry…