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LITTLE ROCK – Statewide preliminary ACT Aspire results for Grades 3-10, released this week by the Arkansas Department of Education, show little to modest increases from 2022, with many grades and subject areas reflecting decreases. Due to COVID-19, administration of the assessment was cancelled during the spring of 2020. When using 2019 test scores as…

MONTICELLO, Ark. — For months, foresters and researchers have been investigating reports of ailing pine trees in Arkansas. New diagnostic lab results help tell part of the story, but researchers are continuing to investigate the cases of loblolly pine decline. Top photo: PINE DECLINE — Loblolly pines showing brown and dropped needles, symptoms of a multi-factor ailment…

WARREN, Ark. – The Southeast Arkansas Regional Intermodal Facilities Authority (SARIFA) convened on Wednesday at the BCEDC Building to discuss potential developments and financial matters. One of the major highlights of the meeting was a proposal presented by Jason Cater, a poultry veterinarian, regarding the establishment of a feed mill on the Intermodal property. The…

WARREN, Ark. – The historic Warren Train Depot event center buzzed with excitement as a large crowd gathered to celebrate the surprise birthday of Mrs. Vivian Colen, a cherished member of the community. The event, organized by devoted well-wishers, showcased the profound impact Mrs. Colen has made in the city, prompting Mayor Gregg Reep to…

WARREN, Ark. – In an effort to bolster high-speed internet connectivity and affordability within the City of Warren, a meeting was held at the Warren Municipal Building on Monday evening. The gathering, organized at the behest of Mayor Gregg Reep, brought together local business owners and representatives from Arkansas Connect, Laurie Ringler and Kimberly Young,…

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. Chief Operating Officer, Ashely Anthony, was chosen to speak at the NRHA Rural Community Health Connections Summit in Washington D.C. held on July 12th. Mrs. Anthony presented on the topic of managing chronic diseases, shining a spotlight on the Chronic Care Management (CCM) Program offered at MHSI. She…

BCMC Auxiliary member Georgia Gray is pictured at the Surgery Waiting Room desk as our fantastic Auxiliary members are back to resuming their normal roles within the hospital! The BCMC Auxiliary is always looking for new members! If you or someone you know may be interested in joining, please get in touch with a current…

Moro Bay State Park welcomed fishing enthusiasts to its 28th Perch Jerk Classic Bream and Crappie Tournament on Saturday, July 15th. Despite challenging conditions caused by heavy rain and a significant rise in the river level, the event drew a respectable turnout of 49 teams, comprised of a diverse range of participants, including young individuals,…

WARREN, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. (MHSI) is excited to launch their newest School-Based Health Center (SBHC) at Warren School District. The acting medical provider will be Karen Richardson, APRN. Mrs. Richardson is currently a family practice nurse practitioner at the MHSI Warren Medical Clinic and will transition in her new role at the…

Grace Cowboy Church is excited to announce the upcoming Youth Rodeo 2023 as part of the Riding for the Brand Tour. This exhilarating event will take place on Friday, July 28, with a 7:30 p.m. performance at 316 Smith Road in Warren, Arkansas. The Youth Rodeo 2023, which is a sanctioned event by the Professional…

RISON, Ark. – Attention all bargain hunters and vendors! Rison’s Pioneer Village is gearing up to host a lively Farmers & Flea Market this Saturday morning at its charming location on 200 Yaney Street. Whether you have surplus produce, delectable cottage foods, unique handmade crafts, or even some odds and ends cluttering your home, this…

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Branch Library’s beloved community initiative, The Blessing Box, will soon be finding a new home at HopePlace Warren located at 212 W. Central. The move aims to enhance accessibility and expand the reach of this essential resource within the community. The Blessing Box has been a beacon of hope for…

In a heartwarming gesture of gratitude, students from the Bradley County 4H program expressed their appreciation to the local Sheriff’s Department by presenting Sheriff Tillman with a delightful batch of homemade cookies. The thoughtful act was met with warm appreciation and gratitude from the sheriff, who personally thanked Director Michelle Carter and her dedicated students…

WARREN, Ark. – A single-vehicle accident in Cleveland County took the life of 21-year-old Dakarius Davis of Warren and left his two passengers injured on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:05 p.m. on U.S. 63 near Rodgers Road, approximately eight miles south of Pine Bluff. According to an initial report by the Arkansas State…

LITTLE ROCK – Dental emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere—on vacation, during a job interview or at a wedding. That’s why Delta Dental of Arkansas has launched a new partnership with TeleDentistry.com to offer its members 24/7 access to virtual dental visits at https://teledentistry.com/delta-dental-arkansas. The service is offered as a covered insurance benefit to most members. They…

Many Bradley County families are able to trace their roots back to Elijah Moseley whose family came to the US from England. Mr. Moseley died in Alabama in 1822 but five of Mr. Moseley’s thirteen children made their way to NW Bradley County, near Parnell Springs and Wheeler Springs. The Bradley County Historical Museum is…

Questions remain over the fate of the former Martin’s Department Store lot, as discussed during Monday’s Bradley County Chamber of Commerce lot. Ownership of the property came into question immediately after the historic building built around 1904 burned to the ground several years ago. Jeff Goad owned the Words On A Shirt business that occupied…