Saline River News

COSL announces regional tax auction results

The following is a press release from the office of Tommy Land, Commissioner of State Lands: LITTLE ROCK – The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew and Lincoln counties raised over $448 thousand dollars, the Commissioner of State Lands announced. The regional auction drew 98 registered bidders, who purchased…

Warren School District Announces Traffic and Parking Procedures for 2024-25 School Year

Warren School District Announces Traffic and Parking Procedures for 2024-25 School Year

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District (WSD) has issued an important announcement regarding traffic and parking procedures for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. With the school year set to begin soon, the district is urging parents and community members to familiarize themselves with the existing traffic and parking protocols. “WSD would like to ask…

Union Bank and Trust Hosts Welcome Back Lunch for Warren School District Staff

Union Bank and Trust Hosts Welcome Back Lunch for Warren School District Staff

WARREN, Ark. – Union Bank and Trust of Warren extended a warm welcome to the teachers and staff of the Warren School District by providing a freshly grilled hamburger meal on Monday, August 5, 2024. The lunch was served during the staff development day, marking the first day back to school for the district’s educators…

City of Warren’s New Boom Loader Truck Now in Full Service

WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren’s new boom loader truck, first reported by the Saline River Chronicle last month, is now fully operational and serving the community. Residents may have already noticed the truck in action, significantly aiding the Sanitation Department in handling bulk debris and junk more efficiently. This state-of-the-art truck represents a…

Vehicle Fire Near Banks Quickly Contained by Local Firefighters

Vehicle Fire Near Banks Quickly Contained by Local Firefighters

BANKS, Ark. – On Saturday night, the Banks Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) promptly responded to a vehicle fire near 2208 Highway 278 West, according to the Town of Banks. The incident occurred when a vehicle ignited, prompting an immediate response from local emergency services. Five firefighters from the BVFD and three officers from the Bradley…

Intersection of East Cedar and Clingman Streets Closed Due to Culvert Damage

According to Warren Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger, the intersection of East Cedar and Clingman Streets in Warren is currently closed due to road damage caused by a damaged culvert that occurred overnight on Saturday. Despite the closure, traffic can still travel the entirety of Clingman Street as of Sunday afternoon, and East Cedar traffic is…

Drew County Sheriff Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Suspicious Person

Drew County Sheriff Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Suspicious Person

WARREN, Ark. – On Friday afternoon, Drew County Sheriff Tim Nichols issued a public alert regarding a suspicious individual seen attempting to enter the Wilmar Water Office. The incident occurred on August 2, 2024, when an unidentified person approached the facility wearing a flannel jacket, hoodie, gloves, mask, and sunglasses. The individual attempted to gain…

WHS’s Jostens Grand Prize Open House to Be Rescheduled: New Date to be Announced

WHS’s Jostens Grand Prize Open House to Be Rescheduled: New Date to be Announced

WARREN, Ark. — The highly anticipated community-wide open house event at Warren High School, originally scheduled for August 5 at 10:30 am, has been rescheduled to a later date yet to be announced. The open house was planned to showcase the school’s Jostens Grand Prize, awarded earlier this year. In January, Warren High School was…

Entergy Arkansas customers to receive a one-time bill credit in August

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – At a time when budgets may be tight with back-to-school shopping and higher summer expenses, Entergy Arkansas customers will be getting a break on their August bills. A residential customer will receive a one-time bill credit of approximately $78 – a decrease of about 63% for a residential customer using 1,000 kwh.…

BCMC Auxiliary Thrift Shop Receives Donation from Snow Mountain Shaved Ice

The BCMC Auxiliary Thrift Shop recently received a donation of $300 from Gary and Wanda Ashcraft, owners of Snow Mountain Shaved Ice in Warren. The BCMC Auxiliary would like to thank them for their support of the thrift shop. Top photo: BCMC Auxiliary members (from L to R): Susie Clement, Freddie Lipton, Linda Gardner, and…