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Re-New-ing Edinburg members collaborate on multiple upcoming projects and events

Re-New-ing Edinburg members collaborate on multiple upcoming projects and events

NEW EDINBURG, Ark. – The members of the New Edinburg Community Center gathered on March 21, 2023, to discuss the progress of their ongoing initiatives to revitalize their town. The meeting, called to order by President Martha Tolano, was attended by 13 members, and they discussed several ongoing programs and upcoming events aimed at revitalizing…

Warren native Daniel Mondragon returns to Arkansas Wolves FC for 2023 season

Warren native Daniel Mondragon returns to Arkansas Wolves FC for 2023 season

BENTON, Ark. – Daniel Mondragon, a Warren native and former Lumberjack Soccer standout star, has announced his return to the Arkansas Wolves Football Club after a successful rookie season in 2022. The Semipro team announced the news on Saturday, March 25, 2023, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled to see Mondragon back in action. “I’m…

Arkansas’s Southern Boundary: The legacy of the Louisiana Purchase

Arkansas’s Southern Boundary: The legacy of the Louisiana Purchase

On March 26, 1804, the United States Congress made a historic decision that would change the course of American history. The Louisiana Purchase, a deal that saw the United States acquire over 800,000 square miles of land from France in 1803, posed a significant challenge for the young nation. The challenge was to organize the…

Celebrate your engagement or wedding by sharing it with the community on SRC for free

Celebrate your engagement or wedding by sharing it with the community on SRC for free

Attention all Saline River Chronicle readers! Did you recently get engaged or tie the knot with the love of your life? We want to celebrate your special moments with you! At Saline River Chronicle, we offer free publication of engagement and wedding announcements on our website. To submit your announcement, simply email us at salineriverchronicle@gmail.com…

Warren Street Department begins removal of stumps from Main Street trees

Warren Street Department begins removal of stumps from Main Street trees

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Street Department began removing stumps from the old trees lining Main Street Friday, March 24, 2023 using a backhoe. The stumps will be ground down once they have been removed. The trees were originally planted years ago as part of a downtown beautification effort called townscape. However, over the years…

Local South Arkansas banking leaders head to Washington DC to discuss industry with policy makers

Local South Arkansas banking leaders head to Washington DC to discuss industry with policy makers

WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, banking leaders from South Arkansas, including Dave Dickson, president of Union Bank of Warren and Monticello, Reathel Privett, CFO of Union Bank and Randy Rawls of Warren, vice president of Union Bank, traveled to Washington DC for their yearly trip to meet with policy makers and discuss their industry. The…

Potentially severe weather in the afternoon forecast, Hermitage Community Center opening to residents needing shelter

Potentially severe weather in the afternoon forecast, Hermitage Community Center opening to residents needing shelter

Bradley County is under a severe weather threat, including the cities of Warren, Hermitage, and Banks Friday, March 24. The city of Hermitage has announced that due to the severe weather threat, the community center will be open to anyone needing shelter during potential storms. The city has also asked its residents to stay weather…

Library visitors take part in a fun afternoon crochet and knitting class with Eva Potter Thursday

Library visitors take part in a fun afternoon crochet and knitting class with Eva Potter Thursday

Warren, Ark. – The Crochet & Knitting Class with Eva Potter held yesterday at the Warren Branch Library saw a great turnout of nearly 10 participants. The weekly class, which meets every Thursday at 3:30, is aimed at beginners and experts alike who are interested in learning the art of crochet and knitting or simply…

Hospital visits, food contract, and COVID-19 and flu patient decreases discussed during Thursday BCMC Board meeting

Hospital visits, food contract, and COVID-19 and flu patient decreases discussed during Thursday BCMC Board meeting

Controller Matt Pace explained to the Bradley County Medical Center board Thursday that overall hospital visits in February were down 13 percent. He said cash on hand and investments increased by $237,000, revenues were $3.6 million with an $83,000 net loss, accounts receivable were down 12 percent since October and sales tax collected in February…