Congratulations to Jennyfer Sanchez of the BCMC Rural Health Clinic for earning the BCMC Employee of the Month award for June! Her nomination stated that she is willing to help anyone with any task, is a go-getter, and when she sees something needs to be done, she jumps on it. She always goes the extra…
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Permenter and Freeman welcome baby girl
Johnathon Permenter of Warren and Martia Freeman of Dermott welcomed a baby girl born at 7:08 am June 5th, 2023. Her name is Diana Lynne Freeman-Permenter. She weighed 7lb 80z. To submit an engagement, wedding, or birth announcement for posting on Saline River Chronicle, please email salineriverchronicle@gmail.com
Grace Cowboy Church hosting VBS June 11-14
McCoy Cemetery Association meeting June 29
The annual meeting of the McCoy Cemetery Association will be held Thursday, June 29 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mt Lebanon Baptist Church in New Edinburg. The meeting is open to the public and interested parties are encouraged to attend. Donations for the maintenance and upkeep of the cemetery can be mailed to McCoy Cemetery,…
Josie Hargis named Inspirational Vocalist of the Year at the Arkansas Country Music Awards
CONWAY, Ark. – Bradley County native and musician Josie Hargis achieved a remarkable milestone in her burgeoning music career by clinching the coveted title of Inspirational Vocalist of the Year at the Arkansas Country Music Award Show held in Conway on Monday night, June 5th, 2023. The talented singer-songwriter captivated the audience with her soulful…
Grand opening held Tuesday for Mater Patch Marketplace(VIDEO INCLUDED)
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday morning to mark the grand opening of a new store on the town square. Mater Patch Marketplace, owned by Martha Taylor, has taken up residence in the former Marsh Law Office, situated to the south of the Warren Municipal Building. The…
Brad and Melissa Harrod Family named 2023 Bradley County Farm Family of the Year
HERMITAGE, Ark. – In the heart of Bradley County, amidst the lush fields and rolling landscapes, lies the home of the esteemed Harrod family, recipients of this year’s prestigious Bradley County Farm Family of the Year award. The Harrod family, led by patriarch Brad Harrod, has dedicated themselves to the art of farming for three…
Rotary hears program from BCMC Auxiliary Linda Gardner
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday for its weekly meeting inside First United Methodist Church with Rotarian Marnette George presenting Linda Gardner of the Bradley County Medical Center Auxiliary as her program. Gardner talked about the BCMC Auxiliary as a whole and what they have done the last few years as COVID made things…
Warren Street Committee meets to discuss street paving
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Street Committee members on Monday made recommendations on street paving to be forwarded to the full City Council next week. Committee members are Chairwoman Alderwoman Emily Moseley, Alderwoman Latanza Atkins and Alderman Joel Tolefree. There is $450,000 available for paving this year, with $400,000 of that coming from American Rescue Act…
Director of United Nations Forum on Forests visits 4-H Forestry Competition
MONTICELLO, Ark. – After a years-long hiatus, the Arkansas 4-H Forestry Competition returned to the University of Arkansas at Monticello this May, with an especially notable guest in attendance. Juliette Biao Koudenoukpo, director of the United Nations Forum on Forests Secretariat, visited the UAM campus on May 19, the day of the competition. In addition to…
SBA implements law enhancing ability to declare disasters and deliver support to rural communities
LITTLE ROCK – Today, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced full implementation of the Disaster Assistance for Rural Communities Act (the “Act”) authored by Senators James Risch (R-ID) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH). Rural communities often face more severe impacts from natural disasters due to limited access to resources and infrastructure, which…
WPD investigating death of 34-year-old Warren man
The following is a press release from the Warren Police Department: On Sunday, June 4, 2023, at approximately 10:37 a.m., after receiving a call about a possible death, Warren Police Department officers were dispatched to Bryant Court apartment. Mario Hampton, age 34, was found deceased in his apartment. Warren Police Department was assisted by the…
WSD Book Bus coming to a location near you June 8th and 13th
Warren arrest report for May 30-June 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.
Kelli Jo Stain named 2023 Miss Pink Tomato; FULL PAGEANT RESULTS INCLUDED
The 2023 Miss Pink Tomato is Kelli Jo Stain of Monticello. She was crowned as pageants kicked off the Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival on Saturday at Hermitage Community Center. Stain also won photogenic, sportswear and evening gown titles. Savannah Brown of Rison won interview and first runner-up. Malia Jade Keaton of Rison was second…
Local photographer recognized by Arkansas’s leading photography company for his stunning work
WARREN, Ark. – Local photographer Michael Weatherford has gained recognition in the photography community for his captivating nature shots. His talent recently landed him the prestigious spotlight in Bedford Camera and Video’s June 2023 Photographer Spotlight. Weatherford, a retired professional forester, has always been passionate about nature and photography. Over the years, he has worked…
Grice Farm delivers first box of tomatoes for 2023
WARREN, Ark. – The first box of tomatoes for 2023 was brought in today June 2nd by River Grice from Grice Farms of Warren Arkansas. The Grice Farm produces approximately 16 acres of tomatoes including varieties of Bradley, Cherokee Purple, Mtn Rouge, Red Mountains and grape tomatoes. The Grice family also raise watermelons, cantaloupe, squash, and…
Bradley County 4-H Archery Team hosting Krispy Kreme Donut fundraiser
The Bradley County 4-H Archery Team is selling Krispy Kreme Donuts to help send the senior archery team to the National Competition in Nebraska at the end of June. Check out the following options and send Michelle Carter at the Bradley County Extension Service your orders. Pickup will be Thursday, June 15th at the Bradley…
St. James AME hosting Women In Red event June 11th
Join St. James AME Church located at 915 St. James Street in Warren, Arkansas for a special Women In Red event. Taking place on Sunday, June 11th, 2023, at 2 PM, this event celebrates virtuous women. The Church is delighted to announce that the guest preacher for the occasion will be Rev. Angela Brewster. Don’t…
Warren Police looking for missing 16-year-old(1:11 am UPDATE-FOUND SAFE)
1:11 a.m. Friday, June 2nd Update: SRC has learned through multiple social media postings from law enforcement and family that SHE HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE. The following was the original press release from the Warren Police Department. Warren Police Department is seeking information about a missing child. Emaley Ivey was last seen at her home…
BCMC CEO and CFO Leslie Huitt recognized as Top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas
LITTLE ROCK – Leslie Huitt, the CEO and CFO of Bradley County Medical Center, has been honored as one of the top 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas. The prestigious recognition was bestowed upon her by the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas (WFA) and Little Rock Soirée earlier this week. The announcement came from Little Rock…