The Bradley County 4-H clubs are reorganizing and seeking new members. The purpose of these clubs is to give youth an opportunity to participate in the youth development educational program of the University of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. Youth in 4-H clubs will learn life skills, enhance leadership skills, and increase self-esteem while serving…
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Randall’s Antiques and More moves locations on Main Street; Booth owners and friends honor Randall Raney Thursday
WARREN, Ark. – Randall Raney, longtime Warren Main Street businessman, was honored Thursday as he enters a new chapter in his business life. He is moving Randall’s Antiques and More from 209 Main St. to 233 S. Main St. At the former location, Gena Wilkerson will operate Wilkerson’s Trends and Treasures as of Friday, September…
Warren High School EAST is seeking guest speakers, clients and community partners
EAST is education accelerated by service and technology. We inspire change. We transform communities by empowering students with technology, by encouraging critical thinking and creative problem-solving, and by engaging them in positive, real-world experiences. We advocate lifelong learning and community service. Through EAST, participants become positive agents of change to improve the world around them.…
Onward Lodge #149 announced Family Day event at the Warren City Park
Warren City Council unanimously agrees on cleanup plan for West Pine Street property
WARREN, Ark. – In a special called meeting on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, the Warren City Council convened to address a pressing matter related to a property located at 1720 West Pine Street in Warren. The meeting, held at the Warren Municipal Building at 5:00 pm, saw the participation of several aldermen and was presided…
Corn basis following Mississippi River levels downward
LITTLE ROCK — Corn basis is sinking along with the levels of the Mississippi River as drought grips the upper reaches of the river and many of its tributaries. At Memphis, Tennessee, on Wednesday, the river was at minus 4.1 feet and was expected to drop to minus 5 feet by Sept. 10. The 8-14-day outlook from…
Leah Wolfe wins top honors at Bradley County Fair pageants; plus full results
A variety of pageants were held Saturday at the Hermitage Community Center to open the Bradley County Fair. Following are the winners in each pageant:
District 96 Rep. Sonia Barker and SEACBEC Director Devin McDiarmid share exciting updates with Bradley County Economic Development Corp
District 96 state Rep. Sonia Barker and SEACBEC Director Devin McDiarmid gave updates to Bradley County Economic Development Corp. board members Monday night. Barker grew up in El Dorado but has lived in Smackover for the past 26 years. She is serving her fourth term in the General Assembly, with a new term starting this…
Swift response by Banks Fire Department and log truck driver prevents forest fire
BANKS, Ark. – In a commendable display of quick thinking and teamwork, the Banks Volunteer Fire Department, along with the assistance of a vigilant driver, successfully contained a potentially catastrophic log trailer fire that broke out yesterday, just east of Banks on Highway 278. Thanks to their swift response, the fire was prevented from spreading…
Warren Lions Club volunteers at Health Fair
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lions Club, a dedicated local service organization, actively participated in a health fair held at St. Luke’s Catholic Church over the weekend. Key volunteers included: At the heart of the health fair’s agenda was eye care. Among the 30 screenings conducted, 25 individuals were identified as needing further eye care…
Labor Day schedule changes for Bradley County Solid Waste collection
WARREN, Ark. – In an official announcement from the Bradley County Courthouse, rural County residents are urged to take note of upcoming changes to the waste collection schedule due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 4th. Bradley County Solid Waste Collection Continues on Labor Day The Bradley County Solid Waste Department is dedicated…
BCMC Governing Board conducts August meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Governing Board met Thursday, Aug. 24 inside the conference room at the hospital to hold its monthly meeting that included financial reports, executive updates, and policy approvals. Statistics for the month of July saw increases from the previous month and the previous year in Swing Bed days,…
Warren arrest report for August 14-20, 2023
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty.
Bradley County under burn ban
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County residents are now under a burn ban, effective August 28, 2023, following Warren, the county seat, which imposed a burn ban on Saturday morning. Despite cooler temperatures on Monday, dry conditions persist across South Arkansas. The decision to implement a county-wide Burn Ban was made by Bradley County Judge Klay…
SEAHDC’s Al’s Diner opens its doors: A testament to Al Peer’s legacy
Al’s Diner is open for business to serve the clients and staff of the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center. The dining hall at the facility was dedicated Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. It is named in honor of Al Peer, who was employed on Oct. 9, 1978 and continues to work to this day. He…
Burn ban set to go into effect Saturday morning for the City of Warren
WARREN, Ark. – In response to the ongoing dry conditions and extreme heat, Warren Fire Chief Chuck Moore has issued an important order that will take effect on Saturday morning. Starting tomorrow, burning within the city limits of Warren will be strictly prohibited until further notice. The decision comes as a precautionary measure to mitigate…
Cook pleads guilty to two class D felonies
WARREN, Ark. – Daniel(Danny) Ray Cook, a former heating and air specialist from Warren, plead guilty in the Circuit Court of Bradley County Monday, August 21, 2023 to two separate class D felony counts of theft of property valued between $1,000-$5,000. Judge Quincey Ross sentenced Cook to four-years supervised probation and a fine of $1,000…
Get SRC on your iPhone
Saline River Chronicle can go with you everywhere! We wanted to share with our iPhone users how to add a quick shortcut to Saline River Chronicle right on your iPhone’s home screen. This is not a required step to view Saline River Chronicle, but it can save you some time when you are ready to…
Fair exhibitors needed
Are you interested in winning a Blue Ribbon and money?? The Bradley County Fair is seeking exhibitors! The 2023 Bradley County Fair will be held this year on September 6-9. Entries for the Fair will be accepted between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 6. Baked goods and floral entries will also be…
BCMC Auxiliary presents check to cover cost of training laptops
The BCMC Auxiliary covered the cost of 18 new laptops to be used for training purposes for hospital staff. Phyllis Loomis of the BCMC Auxiliary presented the check of just over $13,000 to BCMC CEO/CFO Leslie Huitt. Top photo: BCMC Auxiliary’s Phyllis Loomis presenting the check to BCMC CEO/CFO Leslie Huitt
St. Luke’s Church Invites community members to Open House: A Day of Faith and Free Health Screenings
WARREN, Ark. – Residents of Warren, and surrounding communities are eagerly anticipating the St. Luke’s Open House event, scheduled to take place on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 200 North Bradley Street. The highlight of the day will be the opportunity to tour St. Luke’s new Church facilities, showcasing…