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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

WARREN, Ark. – There will be a LifeShare Blood Drive on Thursday, Aug. 31 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…

Friends and classmates from the WHS Class of 1968 gathered from near and far during the Pink Tomato Festival on June 9-10 for their 55th High School Reunion. It was purposefully planned to be an informal time of visiting, reminiscing, and being back home with lifelong friends—No Fuss, No Frills. In addition to enjoying the…

Warren High School band has a new director at the helm as Chris Sanders replaces Kevin Dunn. At the same time, Juliana Griffith will replace Bobby Hagler as Warren Middle School band director and Christopher Shaw will replace Katie Kuhn as WMS and WHS choir director. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Contributor Sanders is…

WARREN, Ark. – Addressing the public and the gathered officials, Mayor Reep expressed his heartfelt gratitude towards the County for their hard work over the last few month in downtown Warren. In particular, he praised their diligent efforts in the demolition and cleanup of properties located to the south of the Courtsquare, an endeavor that…

WARREN, Ark. – Superintendent Bryan Cornish told the Warren School Board Monday that the first day of the 2023 school year was “exceptionally good.” All teachers and students were back in their assigned buildings after the new Warren Elementary School opened. For the first time since March 30, 2022, Warren High School students and teachers…

HERMITAGE, Ark. – A log truck fire on Highway 63, approximately a mile south of Hermitage, caused traffic to grind to a halt late Monday afternoon. The Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department swiftly responded to the scene, effectively managing the blaze and ensuring public safety. Nine dedicated firefighters from the Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department rushed to…

Monticello, AR – On July 2, 2023, seven Pre-Veterinary Medicine students and two animal science professors from the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources of the University of Arkansas at Monticello, embarked on a trip to Belize as part of a Christian Veterinary Mission journey to provide medical supplies and aid to needy animals.…

PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Jefferson Regional announces the opening of a new urology clinic and welcomes two new physicians to Southeast Arkansas.  Jefferson Regional Urology Associates is located in the Jefferson Professional Center 2, 1601 West 40th Avenue, Suite 301C, in Pine Bluff.  The clinic features two physicians, Nathan Green, MD and Jordan Hanberry, MD. …

The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On August 16, 2023, the Warren Police Department received the preliminary autopsy result of Eli Perrin. Perrin, 21, was found deceased at the corner of Gannaway and Church St. in Warren Monday August 14. According to the State Medical Examiner’s Office, Perrin’s death was…

As the Warren School District (WSD) gears up for the commencement of the 2023/2024 school year, employees were treated to a special box luncheon meal sponsored by First State Bank. The event took place Thursday at Brunson, fostering a sense of camaraderie and excitement among the district’s staff members. The generous support from First State…

As the new school year approaches, the Warren School District received a flavorful and heartwarming boost from their community. Warren Bank and Trust sponsored a delightful taco meal for the dedicated employees of the school district. The event took place on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, bringing together teachers, administrators, and staff members for a festive…