The fall air in Warren is filled with excitement on Friday nights. It has always been that way, even back in the days of Mickey O’Quinn, Jamie Raper, and John Morris McGregor’s legions of Lumberjacks. And it’s true with the modern legion of Lumberjacks in 2023 as well. All week, the excitement was building and…
LITTLE ROCK — In many rural Arkansas counties, access to healthy food, nutrition education and safe places for physical activity are limited, contributing to higher rates of obesity. To help improve these conditions, the Cooperative Extension Service has received a five-year, $4 million grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s High Obesity…
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Despite leaps in Arkansas blackberry breeding over the past few decades, there is still room for advancement with the help of genomewide association mapping, consumer panels and a machine with a mouthful of a name — a gas chromatography-olfactometry-mass spectrometer. Margaret Worthington, associate professor of fruit breeding and genetics for the Arkansas…
In this Pastime, I dare say there will be only a few, if any, Big Chief tablets, and Blue Horse Notebooks present on the opening day of school in Warren this year. They were all the rage back then as the last few humid days of August, turned into school days long ago. The Big…
Editor’s note: The pandemic especially hit the restaurant business hard, as many places had to close or place extra restrictions on their customers. Local eateries are beginning to show a resurgence and Saline River Chronicle wishes to salute them with this series of stories. This is the second article in this series. Their burgers have…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Entergy Arkansas is reminding customers to call 811 before doing any digging in the ground. August 11 (8/11) is designated as “Call before you dig day,” and the company is reminding homeowners and professional contractors to use the free 811 service before digging to reduce the risk of striking an underground…
LITTLE ROCK — With busy family schedules, it can be difficult for parents to find time to prepare nutritious lunches and afterschool snacks, and weeknight meals can often involve a fast-food drive-through. Planning, creativity and getting children involved with meal prep can help develop healthy eaters for life and ease parents’ stress. Christine Sasse,…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Public Service Commission recently approved Go ZERO, a new offering that gives commercial and industrial customers customizable options for clean energy. Go ZERO, which stands for Zero Emissions Resource Options, allows customers to acquire clean energy attributes associated with the output of Entergy Arkansas’ existing emissions free resources, as…
For those into birding and nature, the Little Rock Audubon Center is an interesting venue to visit in Little Rock. “The Little Rock Audubon Center is a destination for birders and naturalists in central Arkansas who want to explore birds, wildlife, plants and more in the unique habitats at our site,” said Uta Meyer, center manager…
Editor’s note: The pandemic especially hit the restaurant business hard, as many places had to close or place extra restrictions on their customers. Local eateries are beginning to show a resurgence and Saline River Chronicle wishes to salute them with this series of stories, “Bradley Bites.“ James Tenner attributes his cooking skills to his mother…
LITTLE ROCK — As families head into the final weeks of summer vacation, parents can help ease the transition into the school year by getting children back into their routines ahead of time. For parents whose children are starting at a new school, it’s also important to listen to their concerns and take advantage of…
This past Sunday I preached a message, “Will you be caught up when Christ calls?” Many people fear the future-often with good cause. God’s time clock is winding down, and the Bible tells us there are several events that will occur as that happens. For believers these will be glorious events; unbelievers will have quite…
Russellville, Ark. – Total solar eclipses occur when the New Moon comes between the Sun and Earth and casts the darkest part of its shadow, the umbra, on Earth. This creates a visually dramatic celestial display for those located in the path of totality. A total solar eclipse will take place on April 8, 2024. …
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – Vincent Marie’s mixed-media piece “I’m Tired” has been honored with the top award of the “2023 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial Juried Exhibition.” The awards were announced during the opening reception at The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) on Thursday, July 20, 2023. Juror Dr. Rachel Trusty, visiting assistant professor…
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…
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…
Celebrating National Gummy Worm Day with a Toothsome Journey Through Time As the sweet tooth in us begins to tingle and the craving for chewy treats takes hold, we find ourselves in the delightful world of gummy worms. These colorful, squiggly confections have enchanted candy enthusiasts for decades. On this National Gummy Worm Day, let’s…
“I have hidden your Word in my heart that I might now sin against you.” (Psalm 119:11) First and foremost, the Word of God is essential. Going beyond reading scripture, the truth has to permeate every aspect of life. Working to apply biblical principles to daily living takes effort, line by line, precept by precept,…
PINE BLUFF, Ark. – The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas (ASC) is gearing up for a big rock ’n’ roll party with its summer musical, “Rock of Ages.” Performances are July 28-30, 2023, and tickets are available now. The production is sponsored by Simmons Bank. “If you were alive in the ’80s and you enjoy…
July 9th marks a delightful occasion for cookie lovers everywhere – National Sugar Cookie Day! What better way to celebrate this sweet holiday than by baking a batch of irresistible sugar cookies? While the classic sugar cookie is a timeless treat, we’re here to share a unique twist on this beloved recipe. Get ready to…
Rock ‘N’ Roll—it’s the heartbeat of rebellion, the anthem of freedom, and the soul of an era. On this Friday, July 7, National Day of Rock ‘N’ Roll, we pay tribute to the genre’s influential pioneers and their impact on music history. Today, we embark on a journey through the rock ‘n’ roll roots of…