A retirement reception is scheduled for Thursday, December 30, 2021 in honor of outgoing City Building Official and Sanitation Manager Mike May. The event is set for 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Warren Municipal Building.
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Veteran wreath laying ceremony held at local cemeteries
The local DAR chapter sponsored a wreath laying ceremony this year honoring local veterans. The effort was spear headed by Carolanne Nichols, District Director of the Wataseka District and by Lana Forrest, Regent of the Captain Robert Abernethy Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Regent Lana Forrest was the chairperson for the project…
Pastime: McGehee’s Chief of Police, Warren Native, Jim White, 68, passes on Christmas Day
This Christmas Day, one of the shortest and saddest messages of this very unusual year, was “pinged’ into my electronic phone device in the lazy, ultra-warm afternoon of this holiday. Jim White, you see, was a friend, a real friend across the last nearly six decades, had suddenly passed away at his home in McGehee.…
How to get a COVID test
Questions have been asked as to how to get a covid test in Warren and Bradley County. According to the Bradley County Medical Center, the hospital has the ability to test patients and visitors to the ER if the attending doctor deems it needed. Tests are not available for the public to drop in and…
First United Methodist invites public to Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
The First United Methodist Church of Warren will hold its annual Christmas Eve Candlelight service Friday evening, December 24, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. The Church is located at 111 West Church Street in Warren.
Lady Jack Basketball team takes time out of holiday break to give back to Warren
Warren, Arkansas – The Warren Lady Jack Basketball team took time out of their Christmas break to give back to the Warren community Tuesday evening, December 21, 2021 as they helped deliver food during the drive-thru food pantry distribution at First Baptist Church. The volunteer project helped to provide pantry items to those in need…
BCMC reports improved financial trend
Warren, Arkansas – Interim Administrator Leslie Huitt told the Bradley County Medical Center Board during their monthly board meeting held December 21, 2021 that the Hospital’s finances were trending positive. Huitt, who also serves as the Chief Financial Officer for the hospital, went into detail as to the status of the Hospital financially. She reported that volumes, or…
City and County Holiday closures and schedules residents should be aware of
The City of Warren Municipal Offices will be closed in celebration of the Christmas Holiday Friday, December 24, 2021 and Monday, December 27. There will be no garbage collectionon either day. The Offices will also be closed Friday, December 31, 2021 in celebration of New Years. There will be no garbage collection on the 31st.…
Warren Branch Library announces Christmas closure dates
County Judge addresses Quorum Court on prison status, and New JP Randy York introduced
Warren, Arkansas – Meeting in regular session for the December 20, 2021 Quorum Court Meeting, the Justices were provided an update on the status of the prison project that has been pending for several years. Judge Klay McKinney reported that the Court’s Jail Committee has been discussing the latest proposal suggested by LaSalle Corrections to…
Rash of car break-ins have happened recently in Warren, residents asked to report suspicious activity
The Warren Police Department has taken multiple reports in reference to unlocked / unsecured vehicles having items stolen out of them. Various items have been stolen including but not limited to electronics, firearms, jewelry and money. As like any other time of the year we want to encourage everyone to take all of their valuable…
Library hosts Backpack Blessings giveaway
Warren, Arkansas – Tuesday, December 21, 2021 Warren Branch Library hosted a Backpack Blessings giveaway for those in need. The backpacks were made possible by a collaborative effort with the Bradley County Ministerial Alliance and a grant that was received from the American Library Association’s Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries initiative.…
78 children will receive Christmas gifts because of Mt. Carmel’s Toys for Tots program
Mt Carmel Outreach would like to thank everyone that donated to the Toys for Tots this year. Through generous donations 78 children were blessed. Outreach Volunteers pictured are : Ella Webb, Chelsea Carrington, Pat Newton, Valerie Harris, Dwain Tenner and Lenora Steppe. Pastor is Bro. Eddie Hampton. Mt. Carmel Church
Hermitage schools buying metal detectors
Hermitage, Arkansas – During the regular monthly meeting of the Hermitage School Board conducted December 14, 2021, the board agreed to the purchase of metal detectors. The purchase did not require board approval but they expressed their agreement to make the buy. Normal monthly reports were presented including past minutes, financials and the superintendent’s report.…
BOHEMIA Cares gives bicycles and turkeys away Saturday in Warren
BOHEMIA Cares gave away 22 bicycles and 70 turkeys on Saturday at the Warren High School gym. COVID-19 tests were also done by volunteers. Shown, from left, are Justice Fleming, Shaylonda Jackson, Bradley Dallas, Verlancia Tucker, Serena Moore and Jimmy Daniels. Photo by Tim Kessler
Kimberly Taylor Hannum wins December Book Giveaway at Library
Warren Branch Library’s December Book Lover’s Giveaway Winner was Kimberly Taylor Hannum! Join them on Facebook next month for their next Book Lover’s Giveaway! Ms. Hannum is pictured with Library Assistant, Christy Ward.
Warren Bank supports local school construction
Warren, Arkansas – Warren Bank and Trust Company, a locally homed owned institution, has announced it is proud to support and assist in the construction of the new Warren Elementary School and the new modern state of the art arena for basketball and other school and community endeavors. Construction of the new facilities are well…
Local banks host open houses and cash drawings this holiday season
Warren, Arkansas – Local area banks have all been in the Christmas spirit this week, with several open houses at multiple branches, as well as some giveaways yet to take place. Friday, December 17, both Union Bank and Trust and First State Bank each held an open house. An array of snacks and refreshements were…
Head Start brings gifts for Chapel Woods residents
Warren Head Start personnel brought gifts for about 70 Chapel Woods Health and Rehabilitation residents Thursday. Shown, from left, front row, are Chapel Woods Activities Director Deborah Brewster, Head Start Center Director Seneca Gulley, Shirley Harding, Sidney Winchester, Sylvia Green; back row, Canei Chaney and Monique Morgan. Photo by Tim Kessler
Warren School Board approves second lien bonds for construction
Warren, Arkansas – In order to handle the higher than estimated cost of the new elementary school and new arena, the Warren School Board has voted to issue second lien bonds to complete the new project. This was discussed at the time the construction contract was approved and was anticipated. It does not increase the…
Register to win $500 at any Warren Bank location
Warren Bank and Trust Company will hold a Christmas cash drawing for $500 December 23, 2021. If you would like to enter for a chance to win the cash prize, register at any Warren Bank and Trust branch location between now and the drawing date, December 23.