The City of Warren Fire Department is working to become part of the Firewise USA program which will provide benefits to the property owners and residents of Warren, as well as make the Department eligible for financial assistance. Firewise USA is a multi-agency effort that prepares communities for the threat of wildfires. In Arkansas, Firewise…
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Warren Civil Service Commission approves three police hires
The Warren Civil Service Commission met Monday, July 25 to consider applicants for the position of Warren Police Patrolman. There are two current vacancies to fill. After reviewing all background checks and interviewing the applicants, the Commission took the following actions: voted to hire Keith Thompson voted to hire Jaye McMillan voted to approve John…
Warren School Board hires personnel
The Warren School Board met Tuesday, July 26 and voted to hire five new members of the school faculty and staff. The following are those approved: Emily Groves-Brunson 5th Grade Literacy M.J. Bradley-ABC Lead Teacher Andrew Sanders-Warren Middle School ALE, Assistant Baseball Coach, Assistant High School Football Coach, Assistant Jr. High Football Coach Katelynn Wedige-School…
Janice Nelson announces run for Warren City Clerk
Janice Nelson will be seeking the position of Warren City Clerk. She has worked for the City of Warren for the past 20 years in the Building and Sanitation Department. Janice state “I would like the opportunity to continue to serve the residents of Warren. I really enjoy working with the city and the people…
Pastime: ‘Warren’s Welcome Center’…Now found at Molly’s Diner
As one of those many Bradley Countians, calling home someplace other than the sandy loam soil in Southeast Arkansas – I gravitate to the ‘Warren Welcome Center,” upon each and every visit back home. Once, for generations before me, it was a place called Glasgow’s Soda Fountain on the West Side of Main Street, across…
Warren arrest report for July 18-25, 2022
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty. Terrell Rogers / 809 Stepps St., Warren, AR / DOB 4-15-77 / warrant on 7-19-22 Cedric Calbert / 706 N Main St., Warren, AR / DOB 6-02-81 /…
Kiersey Hicks reaches 800 book milestone in Library program
Kiersey Hicks has reached 800 books in Warren Branch Library’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. For more information about this program, contact the library at 870-226-2536 or visit us in person at 115 West Cypress St. in Warren.
Warren man arrested for stealing trailer from Winchester cotton gin
According to Drew County Sheriff Mark Gober’s office, a 39-year old Warren man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a utility trailer from a cotton gin in Winchester, Arkansas July 12, 2022. The next day, July 13, The Drew County Sheriff’s Office received a tip that the stolen trailer was located at…
Warren Waves swim team makes history with two titles
The Warren Waves Swim Team, part of the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren and Bradley County, recently was crowned the 2022 Arkansas AAU State Championship, a first for the program, and then the 2022 SASA Conference Championship. The Waves swept the girls division, the boys division, and won the combined championship. The SASA title…
Warren Lions Club growing as new members inducted
Warren Lions Club celebrated a renaissance Wednesday, July 13, 2022 as it inducted new officers and new club members at its monthly meeting at Molly’s Diner. Elected as officers for the 2022-23 term which starts in July were President Neely Vance, Vice President Wendy Curry and Secretary-Treasurer James Wells. Gregg Reep is past president. Tim…
WHS freshman and new student orientation details
New information on last Wednesday’s wreck south of Warren
As Saline River Chronicle first reported last week, a two-vehicle accident occurred Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at the intersection of Arkansas 8 East and U.S. 63. Since our original report, the Arkansas State Police have released the official accident report which concluded that a vehicle traveling south on U.S. 63 tried to turn left onto…
Warren Cheer brings home a first place win, multiple other awards, and three All-American awards from 2022 NCA Camp
The Warren High School Cheerleading squad recently attended and competed in the 2022 NCA Cheer Camp, and annual event held prior to the new school term for squads statewide. This year, Warren’s squad one the distinguished first place prize for the cheer competition. They also received the NCA Herkie team award, were awarded superior ribbons…
Warren High School orientation set for August 2 and 3
Road work being at the corner of Cedar and Chestnut Tuesday morning
Traffic on Cedar Street in Warren is currently blocked off in front of Richardson Forestry’s office due to road work being done at the corner of Chestnut and Cedar. Only a small section is blocked, so access to residences and businesses on either side of the work is still available.
Warren City Clerk Helen Boswell not running for re-election
Warren City Clerk Helen Boswell announced in a press release Monday, July 18, 2022 that she will not seek re-election. I have enjoyed my tenure with the City and would love to serve Warren citizens in some compact after my retirement. Thanks to all for allowing me to serve you these 17 years. Helen Boswell
Lumberjack Booster Club raising funds for new football tunnel
The Warren Lumberjack Booster Club is asking for help in replacing the football tunnel, better known as JACK, ahead of the 2022 season. According to the Booster Club, the tunnel has seen nine years of action, and is in need of replacement. “If you or your business would like to donate, contact Mark Jennings or…
Grice and Hester win Warren Ladies’ Golf Tournament
The team of Wanda Grice of Fordyce and Emma Hester of Sheridan shot six under par 66 to win the First Flight of the Warren Ladies Scramble Wednesday, July 13, at Warren Country Club. The team of Sonia Barker and Shelley Impsom of Smackover placed second with four under par 68. Nancy Vittitow of Warren…
Warren arrest report for July 11-18, 2022
The following is a direct re-print of the Warren Arrest & Confinement Record from the Warren, Arkansas Police Department. All people listed are innocent until proven guilty. Aletha Broughton / 617 McCauley, Warren, AR / DOB 1-2-65 / warrants on 7-11-22 Joshua Parker / 726 N Slemons Apt 2, Monticello, AR / DOB 8-4-79 /…
FBC Warren Christian School students take part in SEACBEC professional development day
FBC Warren Christian School students recently assisted with a Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math Professional Development at the Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative Wednesday, July 13. Students were interviewed by teacher participants to help them understand how children think about mathematics. This training will help teachers plan and execute better math instruction. Instructor Emily Harvey…
Jacks’ preseason work continues at Malvern 7-on-7
Preseason preparations continue for the Warren Lumberjacks as they traveled to Malvern Wednesday for the Malvern 7-on-7 tournament. The Jacks won game one 21-14 over Hot Springs, but dropped game two to Hot Springs Lakeside by the final of 28-21. The orange and black took down Little Rock Catholic in game three in a tight…