WARREN, Ark. – Multiple South Arkansas counties, including Bradley, Cleveland, Drew, Lincoln, and Calhoun, are currently under a flood watch from Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon as the potential for excessive rainfall is in the forecast. According to the National Weather Service, most of Bradley, Cleveland, and Calhoun Counties could receive between three to four…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – A new hardware and general supply store, Hardware General, held its official ribbon cutting and grand opening Wednesday morning, March 16, 2022 in downtown Hermitage. Community members and local officials joined the store’s owners, Hussain Azeez and Dinu Mulloli, as they opened the store for customers Wednesday. The store is located at…
A Keep Arkansas Beautiful event hosted by Revitalize Hermitage is scheduled for April 2, 2022. The group is seeking volunteers to help pickup litter, do some light painting, power washing, and planting. The group wants to focus on the city park, Main Street, and area around the school. The event is scheduled April 2 from…
WARREN, Ark. – The 2022 Tomato Derby, the annual battle on the soccer pitch between Bradley County’s only two school districts, is in the books after the Warren Lumberjack Soccer Club defeated the Hermitage Hermits at full-time 2-1 at Jim Hurley, Jr. Stadium in Warren. Within the first minute of kickoff, Hermitage had a wonderful…
WARREN, Ark. – Looking to continue its momentum after a six goal win over Lakeside of Lake Village during the Southeast Arkansas Soccer Jamboree last weekend, Warren’s Lady Jack Soccer Club hosted Hermitage Thursday evening, March 10, 2022 in the women’s Tomato Derby, defeating the Lady Hermits by the final of 3-1 at Jim Hurley,…
Recently, City Hall in Hermitage welcomed a special visitor. Former Hermit football player Kenneth Poole stopped by and spent some time in town and with Mayor Kendrix. After a standout high school career, Mr. Poole went to college at Louisiana-Monroe and then was the fifth round pick of the Miami Dolphins in 1981. He played…
Tony Cathey announced he would seek the position of Justice of the Peace, District 5, on the Bradley County Quorum Court. “I have lived in Bradley County all my life. I grew up here, made my living here and my wife and I have raised our children here. I understand the needs of our rural…
The following is a list of candidates currently running for local office in Bradley County that will run in a primary election. County Judge-Klay McKinney-R County Clerk-Karen H Belin-R Circuit Clerk-Cindy H Wagnon-R Treasurer-Diane Wesson-R Assessor-Stephanie Bigham-R Sheriff & Collector-Herschel Tillman-R Coroner-Thomas Frazer-R Justice of the Peace District 1-Gwendolyn S Bullard-D Justin of the Peace…
Junior Girls The Hermitage junior girls finished their season with a 5-13 record, including a 3-3 record in conference play. They earned the #3 seed in the district tournament. They fell to Bradley jr girls in the first round of the district tournament. They will return 4 starters to next year’s junior high team. Leading…
The South Arkansas Travelers 8u coach pitch team won the Inaugural Majestic Grand Open tournament in Hot Springs on February 27th. Team member from Bradley County are Davis Huitt #17 and Jensen Harrod #12 from Hermitage and Maddox Moring #36 from Warren. Front row L-RBentley GoberEyan HornMaddox MoringJace GriffenJensen HarrodDavis Huitt Middle row L-RChayson FoxRyan…
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) applauded the positive impact of FFA on future agricultural leaders in commemoration of National FFA Week. “FFA is sparking an interest in the field of agriculture. This is a program that provides students with the tools and knowledge to grow into the next generation of agriculture leaders. I…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Quorum Court met in regular session Tuesday, February 22, 2022 to conduct monthly business. After calling the meeting to order, County Judge Klay McKinney introduced new Justice of the Peace David Carter. Justice Carter has been appointed to fill out an unexpired term on the Court that runs through…
WARREN, Ark. – The Bradley County Ministerial Alliance and the Warren Branch Library are hosting a Community Conversation forum March 8, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at First FreeWill Baptist Church in Warren to discuss the needs of the homeless locally. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments and door prizes will be available.…
Troop F of the Arkansas State Police announced Thursday, February 17, 2022 that there will be no drivers license testing at the Lake Village, Monticello, Crossett, and and Warren sites next week, February 21-25. For more information contact Troop F of the Arkansas State Police at 870-226-3715.
“I want to thank the people for allowing me to represent them in the House of Representatives for the past 12 years. It has been a privilege to serve. I am pleased with what we have accomplished but know there is more to do to keep our area of the state viable and headed on…
MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarded $2,660,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to the Arkansas State Library (ASL); $2.4 million of the funds were set aside for direct aid to public libraries. This round of IMLS funding gives the country’s libraries an opportunity to improve technology access…
An Easter event was discussed by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce board on Monday at the Bradley County Economic Development Corp. building. Special events chairwoman Julie Hamilton said an Easter egg hunt will be held at 10 a.m. April 9 at Warren City Park. Businesses will be asked to donate candy, which may be…
I am seeking re-election as County Clerk of Bradley County. This term was met with the challenge of dealing with COVID, which required adjustments in handling regular office duties outside of the building, while trying to continue to provide service to County residents. County offices were modified to allow employees safe contact with individuals while…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – A busy week of Hermitage Hermit senior and junior basketball is in the books as the Hermits get set for the 8-1A District Tournament coming up next week in Bradley in Lafayette County, Arkansas. Early in the week the senior Lady Hermits dropped a game to the Bradley Bears 58-28. Coach Collin…
HERMITAGE, Ark. – In a meeting attended by five of the seven board members Monday evening, February 7, 2022, the Hermitage School Board conducted routine monthly business and took action on several other items. After hearing a detailed report from Superintendent Dr. Tucker on the impact COVID has had on the District and the updated…
As of February 10, 2022 at 3:00 p.m., Bradley County is now under a Burn Ban.