WARREN, Ark. – On April 15, 2023, Market on Main was held on the old Martin’s Department Store lot in the heart of the city. The event, sponsored by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, attracted a good crowd of locals who were eager to shop and explore the nearly 20 vendors in attendance. From…
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Ouachita Hardwood Flooring and Townsend Flooring honored for three years of zero safety violations
Ouachita Hardwood Flooring and Townsend Flooring Inc. held their annual Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, with both local factories receiving prestigious state awards. Clark Thomas of Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing was on hand to present plaques to each firm for having three years of zero safety violations. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle…
Congratulations to WHS graduate Tarion Marshall
To our big brother (Tarion) We are very proud of your accomplishments. When we see that someone is doing good in life we’re happy. But to know it’s family then it’s the best. We pray more successful days coming your way. Thank you for being the good big brother and a leader. LoveRicoJr Rajon Bre’Ronique…
Warren named Tree City USA for 18th year in a row
WARREN, Ark. – Today, the City of Warren celebrated its 18th year of being recognized as a Tree City USA recipient by welcoming Kristine Kimbro from the Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Forestry Division. Mayor Gregg Reep, alongside Warren Administrative Assistant Charlotte Brown, welcomed Kimbro to the Warren Municipal Building for the ceremony. The Tree City…
WSD discusses personnel matters
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 10, 2023, to discuss various personnel matters, including retirements, resignations, and certified hire recommendations. The meeting took place at the district’s administrative headquarters. Retirements: Regina Scroggins, the Brunson Elementary Principal with 37 years of service, is retiring. Resignations: The board…
While cattle prices continue to rise, high production costs, inflation undercut profits
LITTLE ROCK — It’s true: Cattle market prices are at what some analysts have called “historic highs.” Unfortunately, profits are not. For the entirety of 2023, slaughtered steer prices across all U.S. markets have remained above those of the previous year by 20-30 cwt, ranging from $155 to $170, and practically soared above the 2017-2021…
4-H members compete in annual Broiler BBQ contest
The Bradley County 4-H recently competed in the annual Broiler BBQ Contest. Pictured are John Sawyer Murphy, Luke Cathey, Jack Chambers, Jake Castleberry, Asher Weaver, Emanuel Strong, Mayli Castleberry, and Michaela Stanley. In the junior division, Jack Chambers won first place, Luke Cathey won second, Asher Weaver won third, and John Sawyer Murphy won fourth…
Pafford Medical Services named 2023 Arkansas Business of the Year
(Little Rock, AR)–On March 8, 2023, Pafford Medical Services was recognized as one of four finalists for Category IV (151-499 Employees) Arkansas Business of the Year. Arkansas Business recognized over 30 top businesses, nonprofit organizations, and executives from around the state at the annual Business of the Year Awards. Finalists in each category were selected…
Warren Street crews hard at work to improve Main Street drainage
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Street Department crews have been hard at work on Wednesday, April 12, improving the city’s Main Street. According to Foreman Monty Hearnsberger, the crews have been hammering out concrete sections along the walkway and replacing them with metal grates as part of the ongoing improvement efforts. The work being done is…
State Representative Jeff Wardlaw speaks to BC Retired Teachers and Employees
WARREN, Ark. – On Monday, April 10, 2023, the Bradley County Retired Teachers and Employees Association held their regular meeting at the First United Methodist Church. The guest speaker for the event was State Representative Jeff Wardlaw, who spoke to the group about legislation and insurance that affects school teachers and employees. Jonalyn Reep is…
Congratulate your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle!
Graduation is right around the corner. If you would like to honor your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle, you can do so directly on our front page. For just $20 you get a photo of your graduate along with a message of your choice. The post will contain its own unique web address, so…
Dr. Tracy Tucker named Vice Chancellor of UAM College of Technology-Crossett
MONTICELLO, Ark. – UAM has announced the appointment of Dr. Tracy Tucker as vice chancellor of the UAM College of Technology-Crossett (UAM-CTC). Her appointment will begin on July 1, 2023. She is a 1987 graduate of Hamburg High School in Hamburg, Arkansas. Dr. Tucker earned a Bachelor of Science in elementary education from the University…
Hermitage School Board meets for April business
The following are the minutes from the Monday, April 10, 2023 Hermitage School Board meeting: The Hermitage Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, April 10, 2023 at 6:00 pm in the BoardRoom. The following members were present: Russell Richard; Mary Hamilton; Gary Vines; Kevin Reep; Reia Thomas; David Wilkerson; and Dorothy Davis.…
SRC office closed next week; site operating as usual
Saline River Chronicle’s offices, located at 225 South Main in Warren will be closed next week, April 17 through April 21. The site will continue to operate as usual. The office will open again Monday, April 24. If you need to contact someone regarding news or advertising, please call or text 870-820-2894. Inquiries can also…
Warren City Council tackles fire policy changes, commercial garbage issues, and police overtime
On Monday, April 10, 2023, the Warren City Council held their monthly meeting at the Municipal Building in Warren, Arkansas. Mayor Gregg Reep presided over the meeting with council members Memory Burks Frazer, Dorothy Henderson, Emily Moseley, Joel Tolefree, and Latanza Atkins, who participated by phone, in attendance. Council member Angela Marshall was absent. The…
Rotary hears program from Katelyn Busby of Edward Jones
The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday, April 11 at First United Methodist Church. The group heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarian Abby Mendez to begin the event. Warren Rotary Club President Dennen Cuthbertson then introduced Katelyn Busby of Edward Jones in Monticello to present the program. Busby, a native…
Congratulate your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle!
Graduation is right around the corner. If you would like to honor your favorite graduate on Saline River Chronicle, you can do so directly on our front page. For just $20 you get a photo of your graduate along with a message of your choice. The post will contain its own unique web address, so…
City passes ordinance honoring Coach Don Whittemore
WARREN, Ark. – In a heartfelt moment during the Mayor’s Report at the Warren, Arkansas City Council meeting on April 10, 2023, Mayor Reep read out Ordinance A-680. The ordinance, which was passed by the council, was in honor of the late Coach Don Whittemore and his lifelong dedication to education and the Warren School…
Sam and Fufa Fullerton’s lives honored by the Warren City Council
WARREN, Ark. – On April 10, 2023, the Warren City Council held a meeting during which Mayor Reep read out two ordinances, A-679 and A-681, which were adopted in honor of the late Mr. Sam Fullerton and his wife, Mrs. Fufa Fullerton, a former Warren City Council member. The couple had made significant contributions to…
Mainline Health CEO talks to Warren School Board about possibly setting up a school-based clinic
Warren School Board approved the 2023-24 certified salary schedule Monday night, which under the state LEARNS Act sets a base salary for teachers at $50,000. The schedule includes an additional $2,000 for teachers already making $50,000. Salaries for administrators were also raised by $2,000. At the end of the meeting, Superintendent Bryan Cornish said, “As…
Chamber talks Market On Main, downtown decorating, and Tomato Festival preparations
Market On Main will return to the former Martin’s lot this Saturday, it was announced at Monday’s monthly Bradley County Chamber of Commerce board meeting. Board member Estephany Roman said 21 vendors are expected from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. including four food trucks with coffee, Mexican food and fried items. The vendors are only limited by…