It’s Pink Tomato Festival time once again in Warren, Arkansas! As part of the Pink Tomato Festival, the annual All Tomato Luncheon will be held on Saturday, June 10, at 12:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Activities Center. Tickets are $15.00 and can be purchased from the Bradley County Extension Office. The Bradley County…
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BCMC celebrated Hospital Week by presenting service awards
Fifteen members of the Bradley County Medical Center staff were honored for their years of service last week during National Hospital Week. Each award recipient was presented with a framed certificate honoring their dedication and hard-work for the Bradley County Medical Center and community. Pictured below with each staff member is CNO Jamie Wolfe and…
Library to showcase student art and writing contest winners May 20
GFWC Warren Woman’s Club will showcase the winners of the 2023 Bradley County student winners of the writing and art contests at the local library Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 to 2:00. The Audrey Swope Writing Contest consist of creative short stories and poetry from K-12 grade students in Warren and Hermitage while the Ten…
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Tour de Tomato Bicycle Ride kicks off 2023 Festival activities this weekend
WARREN, Ark. – The 2023 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival slate of events kicks off this weekend, May 20 with the return of the much anticipated Tour de Tomato Bicycle Ride through Bradley County. The official sign-up forms are available now at the link below this article. The 2023 Tour de Tomato will be held…
Warren FD responds to Saturday morning house fire
WARREN, Ark. – A house fire broke out early Saturday morning, May 13, 2023, at the corner of Martin and Wheeler Streets in Warren. The incident occurred shortly after 2:30 am, and the Warren Fire Department responded to the scene.
Local law enforcement agencies arrest several individuals for drug-related offenses
WARREN, Ark. – On May 8, 2023, the Tenth Judicial Drug Task Force, in cooperation with the Bradley County Sheriff’s Department and Warren Police Department, executed a series of search warrants in Warren, resulting in several arrests related to drug offenses. Among those arrested were Fredrick Stallings and April Gill, who were charged with Possession…
Madea’s Restaurant opens in Warren
Bradley County Chamber of Commerce sponsored a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Madea’s Restaurant, 1439 S. Main St., on Thursday. Owned by Anita and James Tenner, it offers burgers, sandwiches, chicken, fish, ribs and a salad bar. It is open Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-4…
Tomato Festival shirts go on sale Monday
T-shirts for the 67th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival are expected to go on sale Monday. They will be available at Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, First State Bank, Warren Bank and Trust, and Union Bank. Festival events will begin with the Tour de Tomato bike ride on May 20, with routes to Hermitage and…
Banks sales tax passes
The town of Banks helped to secure its future in a big way on Tuesday by passing a 1-cent city sales tax by passing it, 19-2. “We would like to say thank you to all of our residents for getting out and supporting the special election for a sales tax today. The measure passed (…
Hermitage Superintendent search down to three candidates
The following are the full minutes from the May 9, 2023 Hermitage School Board meeting: The Hermitage Board of Education met in a special called meeting on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the Board Room. The following members were present: Russell Richard; Kevin Reep; Mary Hamilton; Gary Vines; David Wilkerson; Reia Thomas;…
Junior Rotarians attend Warren Rotary
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday for its weekly meeting at First United Methodist Church. The group heard from two Junior Rotarians from Warren High School with Tabitha White speaking first and Ana Romero following her. Both students shared their current and past accolades with the club along with their plans for the future.…
Mother’s Day Church Service being held at St. James A.M.E.
Congratulations to UAM graduate Caleb A. Chancellor
Congratulations to our Grandson and 2023 UAM Graduate! Caleb A. Chancellor BS in Natural Resources with a Forestry Emphasis We love you and are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Daddy Frank & Nana CLICK HERE TO HONOR YOUR GRADUATE.
Hermitage Board of Education approves school improvement plans and staff hires
The following are the full minutes from the May 8, 2023 Hermitage School Board meeting: The Hermitage Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the Board Room. The following members were present: Russell Richard; Kevin Reep; Mary Hamilton; Gary Vines; Dorothy Davis; Reia Thomas; and David…
Bickers, Castillo, Harton, and Pahuamba valedictorians of WHS Class of 2023
WARREN, Ark. – Warren High School announced Monday the Class of 2023’s Valedictorians and Salutatorians. The top honors of Valedictorians go to Bryleigh Bickers, Cristal Castillo, Dawson Harton, and Ivan Pahuamba, while Kailey Henry, Hannah Taulbee, Heidi Taulbee, and Emma Mann are the Salutatorians. The Warren High School Class of 2023 will hold their graduation…
Ellis and Martinez lead Hermitage High School Class of 2023
Leading the Class of 2023 with Highest Honors are John Robert Ellis and Sayra Isabel Martinez. John Robert is the son of Chase and Rosalynda Ellis and Sayra is the daughter of Jose and Alicia Martinez. John Robert plans to attend Southern Arkansas University in Magnolia, and Sayra plans to attend the University of Central…
Warren Council renames airport, votes to publish ordinances and minutes online, and gets update on Bryant’s Building demolition plans
WARREN, Ark. – On May 8, 2023, the Warren City Council convened for their regular meeting in the Warren Municipal Courtroom in Warren, Arkansas. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Gregg Reep, with all six aldermen present. Alderman Angela Marshall was present by phone. Among other topics, the council discussed city pool management,…
Rosalynda Ellis named new Brunson Elementary principal
Rosalynda Ellis was named the new Brunson Elementary principal Monday night by Warren School Board. She will replace Regina Scroggins, who is retiring at the end of the school year. Scroggins has spent 37 years in education, including 31 years in Warren School District. Ellis is currently the Hermitage Elementary principal. By Tim Kessler Saline River…
Congratulations to WHS graduate Hunter White
Hunter Cayden, Never stop believing in yourself. You’ve already proven that nothing can stand in your way when it comes to accomplishing your dreams. The road ahead will have its share of obstacles, but you’re incredibly ambitious and strong to overcome anything that comes your way. Nothing can stop you now. Your next adventure awaits,…
Dr. Shrum to continue as caregiver at Mainline Health Women’s Clinic
MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems is pleased to announce that Dr. Kelly Shrum will continue providing care to the women of Drew County and surrounding areas. “While I did briefly explore other opportunities, I could not justify leaving my patients. We are located in a part of the state where women have such limited…