Saline River News

Bradley County Historical Museum’s Annual Christmas Gala shines with festive tablescape elegance

WARREN, Ark. – The Activity Center of the First Baptist Church of Warren was the scene on Monday evening, November 13th of another successful Christmas Gala sponsored by the board members of the Bradley County Historical Museum.   Some of the most talented Bradley County ladies decorated the 24 tables for the 2023 event.  The attendees…

Grand opening celebration marks arrival of Dollar General Market in Warren

WARREN, Ark. – In a festive celebration marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the Dollar General Market in Warren officially inaugurated its presence on Tuesday morning, December 5. Although the doors had been open to the public for a few weeks, the grand-opening event brought together local government officials, representatives from local banks, and various community…

Arkansas Government Transparency Act submitted to Attorney General for approval

The following is a news release being distributed through the Arkansas Press Association Paid News Distribution Service. December 4, 2023 (Little Rock, Ark.) – Today, Arkansas Citizens for Transparency submitted an initiated measure amending the Arkansas code to create the “Arkansas Government Transparency Actâ€; and to modernize, clarify and update the Freedom of Information Act…

New business in New Edinburg prepares for grand opening

Excitement is building in New Edinburg as a new shop, My Homespun Cottage, prepares to open its doors at 6140 Hwy 8, offering a unique shopping experience for locals and visitors alike. My Homespun Cottage, owned by Barbie Trammell and her family, will feature antiques, home decor, gifts, jewelry, and boutique clothing, shoes, and purses.…

State Police investigating double homicide in Wilmar

The following is a press release from the Arkansas State Police: WILMAR, Ark. – The Drew County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) has asked ASP’s Criminal Investigation Division to investigate a double homicide that occurred in Wilmar in the early morning hours of Sunday, December 3, 2023. DCSO responded to a 911 call at approximately 2:30 a.m.,…

Regular phone lines down at the City of Warren Emergency Services Building

Regular phone lines down at the City of Warren Emergency Services Building

WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren Emergency Services Building’s regular land lines within the facility are currently down. This isolated issue is confined to the Emergency Services Building alone, and efforts are underway to address the situation. As of now, regular land lines within the Emergency Services Building are down and not in operation.…

Banks Volunteer Fire Department secures grant for new fire station upgrades

BANKS, Ark. – Friday, December 1, the town of Banks announced that the Banks Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded the Rural Community Grant, a significant boost of $15,000 that will complement the department’s in-kind labor match of another $15,000. These funds will be utilized to finalize the electrical and HVAC installations in the new…

Warren City Council invites public input on former Bryant Furniture Building lot redevelopment

WARREN, Ark. – In a bid to harness community input, the Warren City Council is actively seeking suggestions from the public regarding the future utilization of city-owned property previously occupied by the Bryant Furniture building on Main Street. The city council is encouraging residents to provide their ideas for the redevelopment of the site, which…

The Flea Market On Main is one of the latest additions to Warren’s shopping scene

WARREN, Ark. – Nestled on the west side of Main Street, “The Flea Market On Main” is one of the newest stores to add to the unique and growing positive vibes in Warren’s downtown district, an area quickly becoming a must-visit destination for antique enthusiasts and those on the lookout for unique treasures. Owned and…

Bike expert Mike Brown to shares tips at free cycling event in Monticello

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Gear up for an informative evening as The Trail Organization of the Arkansas Delta (T.O.A.D.) presents a special event featuring Mike Brown, a seasoned mechanic from The Ride bike shop in Conway, AR. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 5th, at 6:00 PM, at South Arkansas Rehabilitation, 1200 Old Warren Rd, Monticello,…

Warren Community achieves literary gold with Gold Rise Community Award

Collaborative Reading Initiative Honored for Transformative Impact WARREN, Ark. – In a ceremony held at Warren Elementary on Tuesday morning, the Warren School District and the tight-knit community of Warren were bestowed with the prestigious Gold Rise Community Award for their exceptional efforts in promoting the joy of reading throughout the region. The event commenced…

City of Hermitage launches holiday donation drive for Blessing Box

HERMITAGE, Ark. – In the heart of Hermitage, the City has kicked off a holiday donation drive to fill the Blessing Box, a community initiative aimed at providing support to those in need. The Blessing Box is seeking contributions of nonperishable food items and personal care products to ensure that everyone in the community can…

Arkansas Rural Water Association showcases advanced leak detection technology in Banks

BANKS, Ark. – On Monday, Mr. Darrell Kirby, Sean Turner, and William Dixon from the Arkansas Rural Water Association showcased their expertise in water system mapping and leak detection in Banks, Arkansas. Conducting GPS mapping of Banks’s water system, the team demonstrated the latest equipment designed for efficient leak detection.

BCMC Board approves budget during November Meeting

BCMC Board approves budget during November Meeting

WARREN, Ark. (11/22/23) – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors met Tuesday, Nov. 21 in the BCMC Conference Room for its monthly gathering with a multitude of items to cover including the budget for fiscal year 2024, election of officers, annual approvals, financial information, and updates from hospital executives. The first order of…

Re-New-ing Edinburg wraps up year with Veterans Park expansion, successful events, and plans for community engagement in 2024

The following are the complete minutes from the November Re-New-ing Edinburg meeting: Roger McClellan, President, called the meeting to order and minutes of the previous minutes were passed out.  Motion was made by Trenna Kemp, seconded by Don Triplett, to accept minutes as presented. Linda Hornaday presented the financial statement and after a brief discussion…