Ouachita Hardwood Flooring and Townsend Flooring Inc. held their annual Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, with both local factories receiving prestigious state awards. Clark Thomas of Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing was on hand to present plaques to each firm for having three years of zero safety violations. By Tim Kessler Saline River Chronicle…
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Both Dollar Generals in Warren temporarily closed, but hoping to reopen in the coming days
Both Dollar General stores located in Warren are temporarily closed according to management as of Wednesday, February 22, 2023. Saline River Chronicle has spoken with the store manager at the Smith Rd. location in north Warren across the Street from Johnson’s Hardware. According to the store manager, their location was notified Wednesday, February 22 that…
A message from Warren Fire Chief Chuck Moore and Building Official Rob Johnson
Since Thursday, February 2, 2023, the Warren Fire Department has answered 4 CO calls. All were potentially dangerous situations. It appears most CO levels were the result of the utilization of generators being used while the electricity was out. For more information, visit www.usfa.fema.gov or contact the Warren Fire Chief or City Building Official.
Several downtown Warren properties discussed in detail at Tuesday Ways and Means Committee meeting
Several downtown cleanup projects were discussed by Warren City Council’s Ways and Means Committee Tuesday which could change the look of the downtown area and effect the Warren City budget. Chairwoman Dorothy Henderson, Alderwomen Memory Burks Frazer, and Emily Moseley met with Mayor Gregg Reep and Building Official Rob Johnson to discuss the City’s options.…
Follow important safety guidelines to enjoy outdoor activities
LITTLE ROCK — During the cooler months in Arkansas, there are many opportunities for outdoor fun, such as hunting, camping and riding all-terrain vehicles. While enjoying these activities in the Natural State, it’s important to follow safety guidelines to avoid accidents and injuries. Jesse Bocksnick, extension 4-H outdoor skills coordinator for the University of Arkansas…
Jefferson Regional receives Leapfrog Safety Rating
The national Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for Fall of 2022 were revealed on November 16, and Jefferson Regional in Pine Bluff is pleased to announce that it has received a “B” rating. Leapfrog is a national non-profit watchdog organization. Using evidence-based measures, Leapfrog assigns a letter grade twice a year to nearly 3,000 hospitals based…
Deck the halls safely this year
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Make safety part of your family traditions with these tips from Entergy Arkansas for lighting your home for holiday celebrations. Bright lights and seasonal candles are staples during the holidays, but it’s important to note that these decorations can be dangerous. According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly one in five Christmas…
ABC Preschoolers learn about highway safety
Warren ABC Preschool students got a wonderful visit from the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department Bradley County Maintenance Crew. Supervisor, Allen Quimby brought several employees with him to show the children some of the equipment and signs that are used to keep our highways managed and safe. A dump truck, a backhoe, and the patching truck…
Human Development Center and Hospital hold active shooter drills
Imagine if you will, an active shooter arrives on the campus of the Southeast Arkansas Human Development Center or the Bradley County Medical Center. To be prepared for the unthinkable such scenario, both organizations held active shooter drills Tuesday, August 30, 2022. Assistant Superintendent Dana Harvey supervised the SEAHDC part of the drill along with…
Remember the 3 R’s when boating on a river
LITTLE ROCK – The heat of summer often leads anglers to large rivers and the promise of large catfish and an extended period of fish activity thanks to current keeping surface water moving and slightly cooler than in backwaters and reservoirs. But traveling on a river like the Arkansas can be a daunting task for…
Operation Dry Water promotes increased safety during extended holiday weekend
HOT SPRINGS — With Independence Day falling on a Monday this year, many people are taking full advantage of an extended stay at their favorite lakeside retreat. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is asking that everyone enjoying the revelry be aware of the dangers brought about by drinking while aboard a boat. To help…
Car crashes into railroad sign on Martin Street in Warren Saturday night
WARREN, Ark. – A red convertible crashed at the railroad crossing on Martin Street in Warren Saturday night, March 26, 2022 at around 8:15 p.m, totaling the vehicle and damaging a railroad sign. Warren Police Department officers say that preliminary information indicates the driver of the convertible was driving south on Martin Street when the…