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…
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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…
City of Warren government services for July 4th announced
The City of Warren Municipal Building has announced its closure on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of Independence Day. However, residents can expect regular trash pickup services to operate as usual on this day.
Extension Livestock Clinic offers hands-on skills for youth new to show ring
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Aside from the practicality of raising animals for income or food, there’s also the thrill of stepping into the show ring with a prized animal and winning accolades. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture will host a free Livestock 101 Clinic on July 15 for youth interested in learning to…
Power restored to most of Bradley County
WARREN, Ark. – Residents of Bradley County can breathe a sigh of relief as power has been restored to most areas affected by a widespread power outage that occurred on Monday. The blackout left numerous businesses closed and communities in the dark, but efforts by Entergy Arkansas have successfully resolved the issue for the majority…
New estimate of power restoration provided by Entergy
7:01 pm UPDATE: Not long after the original publication of this article, power was restored in most locations throughout Bradley County. We’ll be publishing an updated article soon. A significant power outage caused by severe storms that swept through South Arkansas on Sunday night and Monday has left many residents in Bradley County without electricity.…
Power may be restored as early as tonight in Warren
WARREN, Ark. – In the early hours of Monday morning, a series of powerful storms swept through south Arkansas, causing a massive power outage that plunged the region into darkness. Bradley County was hit particularly hard, with most areas still grappling with the aftermath of the blackout as of 2:54 pm. The primary cause of…
Warren arrest report for June 12-24, 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.
Auction sales are final now, per Act 241: COSL
The Commissioner of State Lands Office will begin auctions this year with a major change. Effective July 1, owners of delinquent parcels will not be able to redeem parcels sold at a tax-delinquent auction. In past years, the owner had 10 business days to redeem a parcel sold at auction. That is no longer the…
Tuesday vehicle accident takes the life of Warren man
WARREN, Ark. – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, June 20 in Bradley County, resulting in the death of a Warren resident. The Arkansas State Police released a report stating that the victim, identified as James Brumley, aged 64, was involved in a single-vehicle accident. The unfortunate incident took place at approximately 1:12 p.m. while…