Firefighters in Bradley County are urging residents to stop outdoor burning as extreme drought conditions and an extraordinary rainfall deficit continue to create dangerous fire conditions across the area. The Bradley County Rural Fire Department issued a blunt warning Wednesday after responding to fire activity in the county, sharing photos showing firefighters working amid heavy…
EL DORADO, Ark. – Firefighters and emergency management officials remained on the scene Friday morning of a major wildfire in the Lawson community that has burned an estimated 2,200 acres. The wildfire is burning southwest of Moro Bay State Park and west of Strong, according to information available to Saline River News. Smoke from the…
The Bradley County Judge’s Office announced Monday that a burn ban is now in effect across Bradley County as extremely dry conditions continue throughout the county and much of southern Arkansas. Although the state’s online burn-ban map had not yet been updated to reflect the change, officials confirmed that Bradley County is definitely under a…
WARREN, Ark. — Bradley County Solid Waste trucks will run their regular collection routes on Friday, July 3, despite the Independence Day holiday observance. The Bradley County Landfill and the Bradley County Courthouse, however, will be closed July 3. Residents with regularly scheduled solid waste pickup that day should place their trash out as usual.
MORO BAY, Ark. — Moro Bay State Park has announced a slate of free holiday-week programs, including guided hikes, boat tours, a reading of the Declaration of Independence and a reptile program. In a recent update, the park said rain upstream caused the Ouachita River to rise over the weekend to about 70 feet. The…
The Bradley County Landfill will be closed Friday, June 12, according to a notice sent by Robin Scott from the Bradley County Courthouse. Residents who use the landfill should plan accordingly.
MORO BAY, Ark. 5-6-26 — Moro Bay State Park has announced several upcoming Memorial Day weekend programs and activities while also sharing an update on river conditions and a seasonal employment opportunity at the park. According to a post shared by the park on Monday, river levels at Moro Bay have remained low through the…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Retired Teachers’ & Educators’ Association will host a silent auction fundraiser on Monday, May 4, at First Methodist Church in Warren. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the church, located at 111 W Church Street. According to event organizers, all proceeds from the…
BRADLEY COUNTY, Ark. (4-15-26) — The Bradley County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam circulating on social media and through messages that appears to be an official court document demanding payment. According to a post shared by the sheriff’s office, the notice is designed to look like a legitimate “State of Arkansas” court…
WARREN, Ark. — Bradley County Solid Waste customers may notice a delay in receiving their trash bills this month due to technical difficulties, according to a post from the Bradley County Courthouse Monday morning. Officials stated that the bills were mailed out later than usual but emphasized that no late fees will be charged as…
MORO BAY, Ark. — Members of Boy Scout Troop 67 of Monticello recently took part in the Spring Camporee 2026 held at Moro Bay State Park, joining fellow scouts for a weekend of outdoor activities, teamwork, and skill-building. According to a social media post shared by the troop, the group arrived early and quickly got…
As of 9:00 a.m. April 8, 2026, the Bradley County burn ban has been lifted.
WARREN, Ark. (4-7-26) — Saline River News has received several inquiries regarding the status of the current burn ban in Bradley County and surrounding areas. As of 9:55 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, the burn ban remains in effect for Bradley County. Burn bans are also still in place for Cleveland, Lincoln, Drew, Ashley, and…
EL DORADO, Ark. — Contour Airlines officially celebrated new air service in El Dorado on March 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the launch of nonstop flights to Dallas. According to a post from Contour Airlines, the new service provides nonstop flights connecting El Dorado to Dallas. The airline thanked the City of El Dorado,…
MORO BAY, Ark. — Students from the Warren High School EAST program recently contributed a new historical display to Moro Bay State Park by creating a 3-D model of the historic Moro Bay Ferry. The students designed and built the model as part of a project focused on the history of the park and its…
Final Bradley County Totals (Based on all precinct boxes submitted) Please note that statewide races or races that are part of a larger district do not indicate vote totals anywhere other than for Bradley County. Also please note that all results below are unofficial. Republican – U.S. Senate Republican – Secretary of State Republican –…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Extension Office is reminding residents that voting locations across the county are open today until 7:30 p.m. In a social media post Tuesday morning, the office encouraged voters to make their voices heard and to take advantage of available resources to learn more about the ballot before heading to…
WARREN, Ark. – A burn ban is now in effect for all of Bradley County as of March 2. The ban prohibits outdoor burning due to dry conditions that increase the risk of wildfires. Residents are asked to refrain from burning debris, brush, or other materials until the ban is lifted. Officials encourage the public…
WARREN, Ark. — Early voting for the March 3, 2026 Arkansas Preferential Primary and Nonpartisan General Election begins Tuesday, Feb. 17, and continues through Monday, March 2. Bradley County voters may cast their ballots in person at the Bradley County Courthouse in Warren during the early voting period. Election Day voting will take place Tuesday,…
WARREN, Ark. — The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture will host a welcome reception later this month to introduce Ericca Corker as the new agricultural agent serving Bradley County. The come-and-go reception is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 26, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 201 N. Bragg Street in Warren. Community members, producers…
WARREN, Ark. — Early voting for the 2026 Arkansas Preferential Primary and Nonpartisan General Elections will begin Tuesday, Feb. 17, giving registered voters the opportunity to cast ballots ahead of Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3. In Bradley County, early voting will be available at the Bradley County Courthouse. Voters may cast ballots in…
