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WARREN, Ark. – The Warren High School Class of 1983 gathered in town for a weekend of nostalgia and celebration as they marked the 40th anniversary of their graduation during Homecoming. The reunion, spanning a weekend of fun and camaraderie, brought together old friends, fond memories, and a sense of community that has stood the…

WARREN, Ark. – There will be a LifeShare Blood Drive on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the LifeShare bus that will be set up in the BCMC Rural Health Clinic parking lot. The BCMC Rural Health Clinic is located at 304 East Central Street across the road from the Emergency…

The Lumberjack Battalion of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) at Warren High School demonstrated their exceptional skills and commitment to community service in a successful weekend. At the L. R. Mills University Studies (MUSHS) Competition, the JROTC team secured an impressive performance that garnered recognition. Competing with zeal and precision, they earned well-deserved…

Warren School Board held its annual Report to the Public Tuesday night with only school administrators and two media members present as the public. Assistant Superintendent Carla Wardlaw began the presentation by stating the district’s mission statement: “We are deeply committed to providing every child a safe, positive environment for learning educational skills necessary to…

The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday, Oct. 17 at First Methodist Church. The club went through its normal rituals, but Rotarian Bob Milton had an interesting topic for the “Happy Box,” which the money put in goes to the Bradley County Imagination Library. Milton shared with the club a record…

WARREN, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) is excited to announce that John Austin Beatty, MD will soon be joining the MHSI Warren Clinic healthcare team. Dr. Beatty will be serving the Bradley County community with compassionate, high quality primary healthcare.  Dr. Beatty says that he is most excited about “the opportunity to join…

Congratulations to Ashley Gilbert of the Labor and Delivery department for earning the BCMC Employee of the Month award for October! Ashley’s nomination stated: Ashley is always willing to help other staff out. She is a fairly new RN but is always willing to assist in other departments and help out in our department as…

The CALL in Southeast Arkansas announces the Grand Opening of their CALL Mall & Center on Thursday, October 26, 2023 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The CALL’s center is located on the campus of one of The CALL’s church partners, Pauline Baptist Church, in the upstairs portion of their Childcare Center building.  The CALL’s space includes…

Precious Jewels Birthing Project recently hosted the Maternal and Infant Loss Ceremony in honor of a National Holiday. Although the crowd was small, the ceremony was a profoundly moving and beautiful tribute. The evening commenced with a warm welcome from Mayor Warren Gregg Reep, setting the tone for a meaningful event. Minister Theresa Cooper then…

Little Rock, AR – Arkansas Forestry Caucus Chairmen State Senator Ben Gilmore (R- Crossett) and State Representative Howard M. Beaty Jr. (R – Crossett), Vice Chairmen Senator Matt Stone (R – Camden) and Representative Jeff Wardlaw (R – Hermitage), and Representative Mindy McAlindon (R – Centerton) recently received the Arkansas Forestry Associations’ Legislator of the Year…

The following is a press release from Warren Water & Sewer: A PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR RESIDENTS OF CITY OF WARREN LIVING IN THE AREA BOUNDED BY BRADLEY SQUARE APARTMENTS. DUE TO A WATER MAIN BREAK & LOSS OF PRESSURE AT BRADLEY SQUARE APARTMENTS. Therefore, as a precaution, all affected customers…

The Warren City Council convened on October 10, 2023, at the Warren Municipal Building, with Mayor Gregg Reep presiding. The meeting touched upon various community matters. The meeting was attended by Aldermen Memory Burks-Frazer, Dorothy C. Henderson, Joel Tolefree, Emily Moseley, and Latenza Atkins, while Alderman Angela Marshall was absent. The council commenced by approving…

HERMITAGE, Ark. – The holiday season is just around the corner, and Hermitage is all set to kick off the festivities with its annual “Spirit of Christmas” event on December 2. This cherished tradition promises a delightful day filled with merriment and cheer for residents and visitors alike. The “Spirit of Christmas” event will take…

Judge Bruce Anderson announces that he has been certified by the Arkansas Secretary of State to be a candidate for re-election as District Judge for the 28th District Court.  The district is composed of Bradley and Drew Counties and the election will be held March 5, 2024. Judge Anderson has attended judicial training conferences on…

Coach Tim Whitney and a member of the Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department came to the Hermitage Elementary School this week to teach about fire prevention. The students learned what number to dial in case of a fire emergency and to “STOP, DROP, and ROLL!”. Hermitage Schools thank the Fire Department for making this possible for…

BANKS, Ark. – In a significant moment for the town of Banks, history was made when Nadjada Mason Partman was officially sworn in as the newest member of the Banks City Council during a special session on September 12th. Nadjada’s appointment is particularly notable, as it marks the first time in the town’s history that…

WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County chapter of the Arkansas Log a Load for Kids program invite the public to their catfish dinner & auction fundraiser at Immanuel Baptist  Church in Warren on Saturday, October 21 to help raise funds for Arkansas Children’s Heart  Institute. Since 1993, Arkansas Log a Load for Kids has raised…

Warren High School has announced its FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) officers for the 2023-2024 academic year. The newly elected officers are as follows: JC Strong as President, Marlee Mann as Vice President, Taliyah Walton as Secretary, and Madison Huffines as Public Relations Officer. These dedicated individuals are ready to lead the…

HopePlace Warren held its annual banquet at Immanuel Baptist Church’s Family Life Center on Tuesday. A barbecue dinner was served with the assistance of Warren High School JROTC cadets and Beta Club members. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor The Rev. Tim Saunders of Grace Cowboy Church opened the event by saying, “Tonight, we’re…