Attorney General’s Special Investigations Division and Law Enforcement Partners Arrest Five for Illegal Gambling The following is a press release from the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office: LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement after five people were arrested in Bradley County on charges related to illegal gambling: “Agents in my Special Investigations…
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Rotary Club Installs Dana Harvey as New President
The Rotary Club of Warren met Tuesday, July 9 inside the First Methodist Church for its Installation Banquet to install the club’s new president Dana Harvey. The club had its meal and went through its normal procedures with outgoing president Dennen Cuthbertson before Rotarian Andrew Tolbert performed the installation ceremony with Harvey. Cuthbertson said a…
Council Meeting Addresses Homelessness, New Industrial Developments, and Infrastructure Improvements
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Council convened for its monthly meeting on Monday, July 8 at the Warren Municipal Building’s Warren City Council Chambers. The session featured an extensive presentation by District Prosecuting Attorney Frank Spain on the challenging issue of homelessness and public property squatting, alongside decisions on several other key matters. Councilmembers…
Market on Main to Return To Warren September 21st
WARREN, Ark. – The highly anticipated Market on Main event, organized by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, is set to return to Cypress Street in Warren, Arkansas, on September 21, 2024. The event will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring an array of food trucks offering delicious meals and snacks. Attendees can…
BCMC Issues Explanation Regarding Test Billing Statements Sent in Mistake
Press release from the Bradley County Medical Center: Statement files were queued for review and formatting from our new billing system and accidentally mailed by the statement vendor on July 1, 2024. These test statements were not meant for distribution. Please disregard the statements received with the mailing header “Testing Name”. We apologize for this…
Hermitage Methodist Church Hosts Vacation Bible School Starting Monday Evening
HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage Methodist Church is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS), themed “Yee Haw: Celebrating God’s Greatest Gift.” The event is scheduled to take place from Monday, July 8th to Wednesday, July 10th, with activities each night from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This year’s VBS promises an engaging…
FOIA Effort Falls Short of Total But Qualified in 50 counties; APA Vows A Second Effort for 2026
LITTLE ROCK – Representatives of FOIA BQCs and Arkansas Press Association officials announced today that their effort to place a constitutional amendment and initiated act on the November 5 ballot had fallen just short of the required number of signatures while collecting the necessary number from the 50 counties, indicating broad support and a strong…
New Bridge Installed at Warren City Park
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren City Park recently unveiled a brand-new bridge, replacing the old structure that had fallen into disrepair. This much-needed improvement was made possible through a generous donation from AHF Products of Warren and the dedicated efforts of the City of Warren and David Simmons Construction. AHF Products contributed the base materials…
County Judge treats County employees and officials to homegrown watermelons
WARREN, Ark. – As the summer sun blazed overhead, Bradley County employees and officials found a refreshing way to beat the heat on the square this afternoon. Thanks to County Judge Klay McKinney, who personally grew and provided the watermelons, everyone enjoyed a sweet and juicy respite from the soaring temperatures. The event brought together…
YMCA to Host Pickleball Introduction with Danae Watson
WARREN, Ark. – The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley County is excited to announce an upcoming event that promises to be both fun and educational. On Tuesday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 17, at 5 PM, Danae Watson will be introducing the game of Pickleball to the community. Pickleball, a sport that…
Warren Elementary School Hires LaFoy Smith as New PE Coach
WARREN, Ark. – Warren Elementary School has announced the hiring of LaFoy Smith, a Warren School District alum and former Lumberjack football standout, as their new Physical Education (PE) coach. The announcement was made yesterday, July 2, 2024. LaFoy Smith, known for his impressive athletic career, played college football at Ouachita Baptist University. At Ouachita,…
COSL announces tax auction for regional counties: Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Lincoln
LITTLE ROCK, Ark – Commissioner of State Lands Tommy Land announced that his office will auction tax-delinquent parcels located in Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew and Lincoln Counties on July 23. The regional auction begins at 10 a.m. and will be held at the UA Monticello Fine Arts Center, 371 University Drive in Monticello.…
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PTF Committee Thanks All Volunteers
The 2024 Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival was celebrated and is now a part of history. After a year of planning, everything came together to make for a great celebration of the vine ripe Pink Tomato and our area of the state. Thanks to the many volunteers who worked together to prepare for the 68th…
Arkansas Community Foundation establishes Fordyce Survivors Fund
LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Community Foundation (ARCF) has established the Fordyce Survivors Fund in response to the devastating mass shooting event on June 21 in Fordyce, Arkansas. 100% of donations to the fund will provide financial support for survivors of the shooting. “Like so many, we are shocked and saddened by this terrible tragedy. A…
Warren Animal Clinic Welcomes New Veterinarian Dr. Rose Mencer-Burchfield
WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Animal Clinic announced on social media on June 28 that Dr. Rose Mencer-Burchfield will be joining their team. Dr. Mencer-Burchfield is set to start seeing appointments at the clinic’s Monticello location beginning July 1st. Dr. Mencer-Burchfield, a native of southeast Arkansas, brings a wealth of passion for veterinary care to…
Local Students Named to Spring 2024 Dean’s List in U of A’s Fulbright College
FAYETTEVILLE, AR (06/28/2024)– Local students were named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. To qualify for the Dean’s List, the following local students achieved at least a 3.75 grade-point average for the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours. Cherish Poole of…
Reminder of all WSD orientation dates
BCMC Board Convenes for June Meeting
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Medical Center Board of Directors held its monthly meeting Thursday, June 27 inside the hospital’s conference room. Volumes, financials, ARPA funding, policy approvals, and property insurance were among the many topics discussed. Once the minutes from last month’s meeting were approved, Controller Matt Pace gave an update on the…
Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation to Accept Applications for FY 2024 LI-HEAP Summer Assistance Starting July 8
Southeast Arkansas Community Action Corporation will begin taking applications for the FY ‘2024 LI-HEAP Summer Regular & Crisis Program on July 8, 2024, until funds are depleted. The program is designed to assist low-income households with home energy-related emergencies. Summer Regular & Crisis assistance pays electricity only. The following information is needed to determine eligibility:…
City of Warren Announces Upcoming Council Meetings and Holiday Closures
WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren has announced the schedule for upcoming City Council meetings and closures in observance of Independence Day. The next City Council Agenda meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers located in the Municipal Building. In observance…