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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…

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…

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 (…

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;…

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.…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

WARREN, Ark. – Jordan Jones, a native of Warren, has earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Arkansas School of Law. Jones graduated from Warren High School in 2016 and completed her bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2020. Jones then moved to Fayetteville to attend the University of Arkansas…

Staff members from First State Bank cooked hamburgers and served a free lunch to the Bradley County Medical Center staff today as part of National Hospital Week. The food covered lunch for hospital staff and the leftovers are available to the night shift. BCMC thanks First State Bank for helping us celebrate Hospital Week!

Bradley County Medical and Health Foundation held a fundraiser Friday at Immanuel Baptist Church to honor eight physicians. Foundation President Bridgette Harding and Bradley County Medical Center CEO Leslie Huitt said the funds raised would go towards laptop computers to assist with staff training. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle Freelance Contributor Glenetta Burks served…

Bradley County Chamber of Commerce board members discussed upcoming events at their monthly meeting on Monday. Julie Hamilton and Estephany Roman said the next Market On Main event will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 20. About 19 vendors and four food trucks are expected. A new banner was donated by Kenna Sparks. By Tim…

The 1963 WHS class reunion was recently held May 5 at the home of Tommy and Cathy Richardson. 21 classmates were in attendance along with Mr. Billy Joe Watson, the class sponsor.

You Finally made it and We are So Proud of you!!  Congratulations!!  We can’t wait to see what God has in store for you in this next chapter of your life! May He give you the desires of your heart and make all your plans succeed. Psalms 20:4 We love you, Mom and Mr Joe…