Warren Street Department reopens Shelby Street; Urges caution in ditch cleaning areas

WARREN, Ark. – Shelby Street has been officially reopened to the public, announced Warren Street Foreman Monty Hearnsberger on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. After diligent efforts and extensive repairs, the Warren Street Department successfully completed the necessary maintenance work on Shelby Street. The road was temporarily closed to allow for vital repairs and enhancements aimed…

Boat ramp project on Saline River announced at Bradley County Quorum Court Meeting

Several reports were presented and one ordinance was approved during Monday’s Bradley County Quorum Court meeting. Chief Operating Officer Leanna Williams of Bradley County Medical Center told the justices that hospital roof repairs had been delayed by rainy weather. She said work was also ongoing on a telemedicine grant program. Top photo: Bradley County Quorum…

Local leaders meet with Arkansas Connect in hopes of enhancing broadband access

WARREN, Ark. – In an effort to bolster high-speed internet connectivity and affordability within the City of Warren, a meeting was held at the Warren Municipal Building on Monday evening. The gathering, organized at the behest of Mayor Gregg Reep, brought together local business owners and representatives from Arkansas Connect, Laurie Ringler and Kimberly Young,…

Mainline Health Systems Inc. COO, Ashley Anthony, chosen to speak at NRHA Rural Community Health Connections Summit in Washington D.C.

MONTICELLO, Ark. – Mainline Health Systems Inc. Chief Operating Officer, Ashely Anthony, was chosen to speak at the NRHA Rural Community Health Connections Summit in Washington D.C. held on July 12th. Mrs. Anthony presented on the topic of managing chronic diseases, shining a spotlight on the Chronic Care Management (CCM) Program offered at MHSI. She…

Researchers trace ancestry of Arkansas honeybees to original ‘colonists’

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Honeybees in some areas of Arkansas have a direct, genetic link to the first European honeybees brought to America in the 17th century. Allen Szalanski, professor and insect geneticist for the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, said research to identify the distribution of pathogens in managed honeybee colonies throughout the state uncovered this hidden…

Summer utility bill tips from Entergy Arkansas

Each season of the year has its own impact on energy bills, with summertime usually trending bills up. Increasing energy usage during hot summer temperatures can lead to higher bills – burning up summer funds. Entergy Arkansas is sharing tips to help customers sunblock their utility budgets during the summer heat! Entergy Arkansas offers a variety of energy…

Moro Bay State Park holds successful 28th Perch Jerk Classic Bream and Crappie Tournament

Moro Bay State Park welcomed fishing enthusiasts to its 28th Perch Jerk Classic Bream and Crappie Tournament on Saturday, July 15th. Despite challenging conditions caused by heavy rain and a significant rise in the river level, the event drew a respectable turnout of 49 teams, comprised of a diverse range of participants, including young individuals,…