WARREN, Ark. — With the March 2026 primary elections just a few months away, several Bradley County residents have already filed to run for local offices. As of Tuesday afternoon, the following candidates had officially filed at the Bradley County Courthouse: Republican Filings Democratic Filings Nonpartisan Filing Note: Other prospective candidates have publicly announced intentions…
WARREN, Ark. – Stephanie Bigham has formally announced her candidacy for re-election as Bradley County Assessor in the upcoming 2026 election. In her announcement, Bigham shared the following statement: “I am proud to announce my candidacy for re-election as the Bradley County Assessor in the upcoming 2026 election.These past 3 years serving you has been…
WARREN, Ark. — Scott Clanton has formally announced his candidacy for the office of Bradley County Judge. In his statement, Clanton said, “I am honored to announce my candidacy for the office of County Judge of Bradley County. I pledge to lead with fairness, remain unbiased, and uphold the highest standards of integrity. My commitment…
Article Submitted WARREN, AR – Bradley County Sheriff Herschel Tillman has officially announced that he will seek re-election for another term as Sheriff & Collector. In a statement, Tillman said: “I am honored to have served as your Sheriff & Collector for the past three terms, and I’m excited to announce that I am running…
WARREN, Ark. – Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney announced Monday that he will not seek reelection when his current term ends in 2026. In a statement sent to Saline River News, McKinney expressed gratitude to Bradley County residents while confirming his decision to step away from public office at the conclusion of his term. McKinney’s…
WARREN, Ark. – Saline River News sat down with Bradley County Sheriff Herschel Tillman this week to discuss the November 18 sales tax proposals that could determine whether the county moves forward with constructing a new jail facility. The plan calls for a 19,000-square-foot building that would house around 80 inmates. In addition to serving…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Assessor’s Office is alerting residents to disregard recent notices of Real Estate Value Change that may have arrived in the mail. According to an email from Assessor Stephanie Bigham, the notices currently being received by property owners are incorrect. “THIS NOTICE IS NOT CORRECT!” Bigham emphasized in the message.…
MORO BAY, Ark. – The U.S. Department of Transportation has designated the Ouachita River as part of the United States Marine Highway System. The designation, announced July 10 by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, adds the Ouachita River as Marine Highway Route M-167. It was part of a national expansion of the Marine Highway…
WARREN, Ark. – Festival week is almost here, and Saline River News is proud to be your go-to destination for the most complete and mobile-friendly guide to the 69th Annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival. Whether you’re trying to find out what time the parade starts, where to catch the live music, or when the…
MORO BAY, Ark. – Moro Bay State Park has announced updates on river conditions, an upcoming free fishing weekend, and an in-person Boater Education course. As of this week, the river level at Moro Bay is 80.90 feet—approximately 16 feet above the normal summer level of 65 feet. The river has now crested at Thatcher…
