Warren Branch Library will be switching their card catalog over to a new online card catalog Tuesday, November 9, 2021. According to a press release from the Warren Branch Library, “the old card catalog www.youseemore.com/seark will phase out, and the new and absolutely fabulous online card catalog can be found here: https://searlibrary.biblionix.com/catalog/“ If users have…
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State Senator Jim Hendren addresses SE Political Animals
At a meeting of the Southeast Arkansas Political Animals Club conducted October 29 in Monticello, State Senator Jim Hendren spoke to those present about Common Ground Arkansas. The organization was founded in January 2021 and aims “to bridge the partisan divide and restore civility and accountability to Arkansas politics.” “The organization is led by pro-business…
Tricks and treats galore at New Edinburg’s second annual Fall Festival
Re-New-ing Edinburg held a very successful second annual Fall Festival Saturday, October 30, 2021 at the New Edinburg Community Center, as well as throughout the community. The event took place from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, with volunteers helping to dish out candy at the drive-through event. “Great fun was had by all on…
Southeast Arkansas Community Action gives out 322 bags of treats and masks
In celebration of Halloween and in an effort to serve families in Warren and Bradley County, staff of the Headquarters of Southeast Arkansas Community Action handed out Halloween treats and child masks for protection from COVID. The event was a drive-through and was held in the agency’s parking lot on N. Myrtle Street in Warren.…
Hearth and Meadow Realty ribbon cutting held Wednesday on Main in Warren
Hearth and Meadow Realty held a ribbon-cutting Wednesday sponsored by Bradley County Chamber of Commerce. Agents Tyler Burks and Miranda Mercer, and broker Shelly Ashcraft are licensed Realtors who list and sell property all over Southeast Arkansas. Photo by Tim Kessler
Warren Christmas celebration to feature parade, Market on Main, and Santa
The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Christmas Parade Friday, December the 10th at 5:30 p.m. and Christmas “Market on Main” Saturday, December the 11th. This year’s theme is “a Christmas of Hope.” Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for Christmas Parade Floats will be awarded in the amounts of $100,…
New book published by local writer Timothy Kessler
Timothy Kessler has announced the release of his nonfiction crime thriller, “Death Of The Blue Light Rapist,” through BookBaby.com. The full-length novel tells the true story of the infamous serial rapist case that terrorized a large portion of Arkansas, starting with an attack reported almost 26 years ago this month, on Nov. 30, 1995, in…
Bradley County Historical Museum sets date for 2021 Christmas Gala
The date has been announced for the Bradley County Historical Museum’s 2021 Christmas Gala. The event is scheduled for Monday, November 22 at 6:30 p.m. and will be held in the Activity Center of Warren First Baptist Church. Make plans now to attend this special night of fun and fellowship as we celebrate the beginning…
Amanda Briant wins Warren Branch Library’s Murder Mystery Packet
? New school and arena groundbreaking postponed due to weather
Due to rainy conditions this morning, the new Warren school and basketball arena groundbreaking which was set for today at 11:00 a.m. has been postponed. Superintendent Bryan Cornish told Saline River Chronicle that the groundbreaking will now be held Monday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m.
Two new Warren businesses hold grand openings in Warren Monday
The first of a series of ribbon cuttings sponsored by Bradley County Chamber of Commerce drew Arkansas Lt. Gov. Tim Griffin on Monday. Warehouse B opened in the building formerly occupied by Golden Girl’s Place and Mazzio’s Pizza. It is owned by Jessica Overall and Heather Blaylock. The building also contains the Our Place Café,…
Warren Tent or Treat Photo Special
Check out some of the costumes and fair at Saturday’s Warren Tent or Treat. The Bradley County Chamber of Commerce’s highly successful Tent or Treat Halloween night on Main Street in Warren was held Saturday, October 30, 2021, as by our estimates over 1,000 people attended. Halloween ghosts and goblins adorned the Main Street of…
WFD responds to blaze on North Martin in Warren
Warren Fire Department emergency personnel were called to a structure fire Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 808 North Martin Street in Warren. Seventeen Warren Firefighters arrived on the scene to help extinguish the blaze. EASI ambulance paramedics were also on hand.
Retirement reception held for Warren Street Foreman Ricky Joe Davis
Family, co-workers, friends and City officials gathered Friday afternoon, October 29 to thank Ricky Joe Davis for his work and efforts as City of Warren Street Foreman. Mr. Davis went to work for the City of Warren in 2014 after a career in manufacturing. He served under Mayor Bryan Martin and Mayor Denisa Pennington. Ricky…
Three more Warren Branch Library eLibraries placed throughout Bradley County
The Warren Branch Library recently placed three eLibraries(Community Resource Centers) in Bradley County. They are located at New Beginnings C.A.S.A. in Warren, Banks City Hall, and at the Hermitage Housing Authority. These eLibraries will provide much needed information such as Drug Rehabilitation, Housing, Food Distribution, Clothing Distribution, Daycare, Churches, GED Classes, etc. They were made…
New Warren school and arena groundbreaking set for Tuesday
Community members are all invited to attend the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Warren Elementary School and Lumberjack Arena Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at 11:00 a.m at the new elementary school planned location. Visitors can find the location at the gate on North Martin Street. The Lumberjack and Lady Jack basketball arena set to…
BCMC CEO: ‘We’re making good progress, but the work’s not done yet’
Bradley County Medical Center board members heard a detailed report Thursday about why $3.6 million in charges couldn’t be billed at the present time. Jenifer Tidwell of Medical Office Systems said her company took over the billing practices about a year ago. Since that time, they have been able to collect some old receivables. She…
Winter clothing and food drive happening through November 19
Eastside Elementary School in partnership with the Warren Branch Library is holding a winter food and clothing drive now through November 19, 2021. Items that are needed for donation include hats, gloves, scarves, socks, blankets, non-perishable food(Pop-top cans), and hygiene products. Those wishing to donated can drop of goods at two different drop-off locations. Items…
YMCA radio auction coming next week
The Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County is preparing to hold its annual radio auction Friday, November 5, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bidders can listen live on 105.5 KWRF. A live stream of items will also take place on the Donald W. Reynolds Warren YMCA Facebook page. Call in…
Retirement reception to be held for retired Warren Street Foreman Ricky Joe Davis
A retirement reception for recently retired City of Warren Street Foreman Ricky Joe Davis is scheduled for Friday, October 29th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Municipal Courtroom of the Warren Municipal Building located at 104 N. Myrtle Street. Mr. Davis became the city’s Street Foreman in 2014 and retired earlier this year,…
Union Bank sponsoring costume contest at Bradley County tent or treat
Saturday’s Tent or Treat event on Main Street in Warren will feature a Halloween costume contest sponsored by Union Bank and Trust. The contest will feature on Main Street at 6:30 p.m. Cash prizes will be offered in multiple categories. Bradley Counties Tent or Treat event will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.…