Saline River News

Rotary presented program from Tyler Turner of Arkansas Hospice

The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, Sept. 26 inside First United Methodist Church for its weekly meeting. Rotary President Dennen Cuthbertson made a few announcements including that Junior Rotarians from Warren High School will start next week (Oct. 3) before introducing the program of Tyler Turner from Arkansas Hospice. Turner is the Community Liaison…

ASC opens auditions for biennial variety show ‘Razzle Dazzle: A Holiday Spectacular’

PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) invites the best singing and dancing talent in the region to bring the holiday cheer to its biennial variety show, “Razzle Dazzle: A Holiday Spectacular.† Open auditions are set for 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 9, in the Catherine M. Bellamy Theater at…

Barge freight rates rise as Mississippi River levels continue to sink

LITTLE ROCK — As the numbers on the Mississippi River gauge at Memphis, Tennessee, continue to sink, barge freight rates continue to rise. Barge rates in the mid-Mississippi River have yet to hit the heights of October 2022, but the rates did see significant increases at the end of August. A slight retreat during the first week of…

All the details of Warren High School’s 2023 Homecoming Parade

Excitement is building as Warren High School gears up for its much-anticipated Homecoming Parade, scheduled to take place on Friday, October 6th, 2023. This year’s parade promises to be a memorable event, and organizers have provided all the essential details to ensure everyone can participate and enjoy the festivities. The parade, a cherished tradition in…

A reminder of the importance to check salineriverchronicle.com directly

In the fast-paced digital age, where social media platforms dominate as primary news sources, Saline River Chronicle recently encountered an issue on Facebook that underscores the importance of engaging directly with our website, www.salineriverchronicle.com, for your daily news updates. Just yesterday, we faced a challenge on Facebook that disrupted the smooth flow of news sharing…

New regulations for County’s Cedar Street property across from the Courthouse

New rules have been adopted for the Cedar Street properties recently acquired by Bradley County. A committee was established to formulate the usage rules. Bradley County Quorum Court adopted an ordinance at its Sept. 18 meeting to put the rules into effect immediately by including an emergency clause. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor…

BCEDC Board hears report on several upcoming projects in the area

Several pending projects were discussed during Monday’s Bradley County Economic Development Corp. meeting. Present were Chairman Dr. Bob Smalling and members Carlton Davis, Stacey Gorman, Hugh Allen Quimby, Jon Stone and John Lipton. Also present were Warren Mayor Gregg Reep, Hermitage Mayor Matthew Cathey and Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney. Carlton Davis gave the financial…

Acts 1:8 Missions Experience coming to Warren, Hermitage, and multiple South Arkansas communities October 7

WARREN, Ark. – The spirit of community, service, and faith is set to shine brightly on October 7th, 2023, as the Arkansas Baptist State Convention hosts the Acts 1:8 Missions Experience across various locations in Southeast Arkansas. This day promises a remarkable one-day mission trip, uniting approximately 1200 Arkansas Baptists to serve their communities in…

WHS Band triumphs at Cabot Marching Contest

The Warren High School (WHS) Marching Band showcased their exceptional talent and dedication once again at the Cabot Marching Contest held on Saturday, September 23, 2023. The WHS Marching Band wowed the audience and judges alike, earning a coveted 1st division rating in the colorguard category. This achievement highlights the precision, coordination, and skill that…

Mainline Health Systems Inc. is nationally recognized for efforts to reduce the number of patients with uncontrolled blood pressure

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) has been recognized by the American Heart Association and American Medical Association for its commitment to improving blood pressure (BP) control rates, earning GOLD PLUS status level recognition as part of the Target: BP™ initiative.  The Gold Plus award recognizes practices that demonstrate a commitment to measurement accuracy…

Southeast Arkansas Intermodal Facilities Authority Board gets report on potential businesses

WARREN, Ark. – The Southeast Arkansas Intermodal Facilities Authority Board convened at the BCEDC Building in Warren, Arkansas, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, to discuss significant economic development prospects for the region. During the meeting, Board member Nita McDaniel of Monticello presented a promising investment opportunity and discussed the potential growth of the Intermodal site.…

South Arkansas Community College summer honor lists released

EL DORADO—South Arkansas Community College has released its President’s Honor Roll and Dean’s List for the summer 2023 terms. To be eligible for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the summer terms, and be classified as full-time. The students are: From Banks, Alicia Childs. From Camden,…

Warren Motor Supply celebrates 50 years of service to Warren and surrounding communities

WARREN, Ark. – Today marks a momentous occasion for Warren Motor Supply, a cherished establishment that has been serving the community for half a century. Established in 1973 by the late Booty Lassiter, this beloved local business has been a steadfast source of automotive parts and unparalleled service for Warren, Bradley County, and the surrounding…

East Cedar Street in Warren to close for culvert repair

East Cedar Street in Warren to close for culvert repair

East Cedar Street, between Gannaway and Pecan Street in Warren will be closed starting at 8 a.m. on September 21, 2023, for culvert repair. The closure is necessary for essential infrastructure maintenance and the safety of the community. Local traffic will be rerouted, and residents are encouraged to follow posted detour signs. The city appreciates…

From Stable to Stellar: UAM Horse Barn’s improvements

MONTICELLO, Arkansas — Brianna Williams is a first-year student majoring in Ag Business at the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM).  She plans to compete in goat tie, barrel racing, and break-away roping.   She is excited about the fall rodeo schedule and even more excited about the improved horse barn on campus where she’ll…