WARREN, Ark. – In an update from the Street Department, repairs have been successfully completed on North Bradley Street. The section of the street near its intersection with Pine Street is now reopened to traffic. Monty Hearnsberger, the Street Department Foreman, confirmed the news to the Saline River Chronicle, stating that the necessary repairs have…
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A message from Warren High School to parents and students
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USDA Rural Development increases home repair grant limits in response to late January severe winter storms across the State
LITTLE ROCK, AR. – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Arkansas Jill Floyd announced today increased grant limits. available to homeowners in thirteen Arkansas counties to make repairs to their homes due to the impact of Severe Winter Storms that struck Arkansas between January 30 and February 2, 2023. “We understand…
BCMC’s Employee of the Month award goes to Girtman
Congratulations to Tia Girtman of the BCMC Business Office for earning the July Employee of the Month award! Tia’s nomination said that she is one of the most pleasant people you’ll ever meet, and you are always greeted by name when you walk into her area. She is a friendly face that always makes your day better…
Norma Garay Graduates from UA Little Rock
LITTLE ROCK, AR – Norma Garay of Warren, AR, graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock during the spring 2023 semester. Garay graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Nursing. More than 1,100 degrees were awarded for the spring 2023 semester with the commencement ceremony taking places May 13 at the UA…
Work being done on North Myrtle
The following is from Warren Water and Sewer: Contractors are working on utilities on N Myrtle St between Bond & Packard St. ,today, Thursday July 6, 2023. Please avoid travel on this section of N Myrtle if possible & use caution if you must travel N Myrtle St.
Tomato Festival reports a highly successful 2023 festival and thanks all of the donors and volunteers
The following is a press release from the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival Committee: The 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival did not disappoint. There was a record crowd and something for everyone. The new concession area worked out great and the Arts and Crafts was the largest ever. Tomatoes were plentiful and the Parade…
Warren Street Department cleaning four streets in southern section of town
The Warren Street Department is actively engaged in a project to clean and maintain several streets and ditches in the city. According to Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger, the department is working diligently to improve Millwood, Chip, Bark, and Loop Streets, while also prioritizing the cleaning of ditches. Motorists are encouraged to proceed through the area…
Cathey announced as a May 2023 UCA graduate
The University of Central Arkansas held fall commencement Friday, May 5, and Saturday, May 6, 2023, in the Farris Center on campus. Degrees and certificates were conferred to approximately 1,225 graduates from the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural…
Warren arrest report for June 26-July 3, 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.
Warren Middle School announces orientation
Warren High School gears up for the 2023-2024 school year with orientation event
As summer moves forward, Warren High School is getting ready to welcome new and returning students for the upcoming academic year. To kick-start the 2023-2024 school year, WHS has organized an orientation event at the Lumberjack Arena on the Warren Schools Campus. The orientation will be divided into two sessions, with each targeted at specific…
Re-New-ing Edinburg provides updates on veterans park, community events, and more
The following are the minutes from the June 20, 2023 Re-New-ing Edinburg meeting: Martha Tolano, President, called the meeting to order and minutes of the May meeting were passed out to those in attendance and also previously emailed. Motion was made by Linda Hornaday, seconded by Brenda Triplett, to accept the minutes. Motion passed. Linda…
Rules for shooting fireworks over the weekend and Independence Day in Warren
As the Fourth of July approaches, we want to remind citizens within the City of Warren of specific guidelines for shooting fireworks within city limits. With safety and community well-being in mind, the regulations aim to ensure an enjoyable and secure celebration for all residents and visitors. According to Warren’s ordinances on the issue, fireworks…
BCMC Board honors Hairston, conducts normal business in June meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Governing Board honored outgoing member and secretary Lathan Hairston in June’s meeting before they heard updates from CEO/CFO Leslie Huitt, CNO Jamie Wolfe, and Maintenance Director Tim Saunders. Chairman Freddie Mobley began the meeting with a few words about Hairston and presented him with a certificate and…
City planning to restart the Bryant’s Building demolition cleanup
WARREN, Ark. – After a temporary halt, the City of Warren is preparing to restart the cleanup efforts at the former Bryant’s Building demolition site on Main Street. Mayor Gregg Reep tells Saline River Chronicle plans are underway to resume the cleanup operations, which were put on hold due to concerns about the neighboring church…
BCMC recognizes Jane Weier for donation
The Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary would like to recognize Jane Weier, for her donation of homemade stuffed animals to the ER and Radiology Department. Jane keeps both of these departments supplied with stuffed animals year-round. It is members like Jane that enables the BCMC Auxiliary to support our hospital and the community. Top photo:…
HopePlace Warren invites you to Tea Time and Cupcakes
Redemption Ranch VBS coming June 26-28
Arkansas resident Codie Jo Tupa awarded prestigious veterinary scholarship
Codie Jo Tupa of Sparkman, Arkansas, and a recent alumna of the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), has been selected as the recipient of a highly coveted scholarship to pursue her veterinary medicine degree at the University of Missouri. The scholarship, provided through the Arkansas Health Education Grant, covers out-of-state tuition costs, and signifies…
Entergy Arkansas crews working to restore power quickly, safely
The following is a press release from Entergy Arkansas: LITTLE ROCK – A line of storms Sunday evening brought lightning strikes and damaging winds into the state and interrupted service to over 62,000 customers in several Entergy Arkansas communities — locations that were battered just last week, as well as other more widespread areas. Since…