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New Dollar General Market now open on Martin Street in Warren

New Dollar General Market now open on Martin Street in Warren

WARREN, Ark. – The new Dollar General Market, which Saline River Chronicle first reported was coming to Warren, has officially opened. Located on Martin Street in Warren, this new establishment has taken up residence in the old Piggly Wiggly building, which had stood vacant for some time before undergoing extensive renovations in the months preceding…

Bradley County 4-H members give to Operation Christmas Child

Bradley County 4-H members give to Operation Christmas Child

The members of the Bradley County 4-H program supplied and assembled 10 Christmas boxes to support Operation Christmas Child. The 4-H’ers are listed from left to right, top to bottom:  Alyssa Martinez, Axel Martinez, Landon Duncan, Mason Simpson, Asher Weaver, Benjamin Green, Cash Duncan, Cole Carter, Eliana Green, Judson Green, Sutton Thomason, Addison Thomason, Arielle…

Warren Lumberjack JROTC honors veterans through community service at Bradley County Veteran’s Museum

Warren Lumberjack JROTC honors veterans through community service at Bradley County Veteran’s Museum

WARREN, Ark. – In a touching display of gratitude and service, the Warren Lumberjack Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) participated in a dedicated effort at the Bradley County Veteran’s Museum on Saturday, November 4, 2023, to commemorate the National Day of Community Service. The young cadets rolled up their sleeves and engaged in a…

16 contestants announced to compete for 2023 Miss Buck Fever title

16 contestants announced to compete for 2023 Miss Buck Fever title

BANKS, Ark. – The Miss Buck Fever Pageant organizers have revealed the list of contestants vying for the coveted title of the 2023 Miss Buck Fever. With an impressive turnout, this year’s pageant boasts one of the largest fields of contestants in recent memory, featuring 16 exceptionally talented and poised young women. Up for grabs…

Downtown businesses plan ‘Mingle and Jingle’ event for November 17th

Downtown businesses plan ‘Mingle and Jingle’ event for November 17th

Local merchants in Warren met last week and organized the town’s “Mingle & Jingle,” a celebration set for November 17th and 18th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. During this event, Gannaways and The Medicine Cabinet will maintain their regular business hours. A list of participating merchants for the Mingle & Jingle is featured on…

Veterans recognition event at Grace Cowboy Church happening November 12

Veterans recognition event at Grace Cowboy Church happening November 12

WARREN, Ark. – On November 12 Grace Cowboy Church located at 316 Smith Rd will host a special event to honor and appreciate all attending veterans, both active and reserve. The ceremony will commence at 9:00 am. A key highlight of the event will be the opportunity for veterans to share their stories through photos…

Candidate filing for 2024 election open November 6-14

Candidate filing for 2024 election open November 6-14

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston announced Friday that candidate filing will begin at Noon, Monday, November 6th, at the State Capitol and will conclude at 3:00 PM on November 14th. WHO:  State and District Candidates for Partisan and Nonpartisan Judicial Offices WHAT:  Partisan Candidate Filing – Offices included are President, Vice President, United…

City of Warren announces closure of Municipal Building on Veterans Day

City of Warren announces closure of Municipal Building on Veterans Day

WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren announced on Monday that the Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023, in observance of Veterans Day. This closure is in honor of the brave individuals who have served and continue to serve the nation. While the Municipal Building will remain closed in recognition of…

U.S. Congressman Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the Committee on Natural Resources, officially files for re-election to Arkansas’s Fourth Congressional District

U.S. Congressman Bruce Westerman, Chairman of the Committee on Natural Resources, officially files for re-election to Arkansas’s Fourth Congressional District

The following is a press release from Congressman Bruce Westerman: LITTLE ROCK, AR— Today, Congressman Bruce Westerman of the Fourth District of Arkansas officially filed for re-election. Westerman, who was first elected to Congress in 2014, is currently serving as Chairman of the Committee on Natural Resources. He also serves on the Committee on Transportation…

Veterans Day Lunch program scheduled for November 11th

Veterans Day Lunch program scheduled for November 11th

Warren High School JROTC and Westside Baptist Church invites all veterans/active duty/reserve component and spouses/guests to join them in a Veterans Day Lunch/program Saturday November 11th beginning at 12:00 noon at the Westside Baptist Church located at 1328 South Martin Street. COL Harold Tucker, Army (Retired) will speak after lunch COL Tucker served 27 years in…

WHS JROTC hosting Veterans Day Program November 9th

WHS JROTC hosting Veterans Day Program November 9th

Warren High School JROTC invites you to attend the annual Veterans Day Program in the new Warren Elementary school auditorium Thursday November 9th beginning at 8:45 AM. LTC Ricky Miller US Army Retired will be the speaker. JROTC students, ABC students and K-3rd grade students will participate in the program. From Martin Street, turn right…

Haak receives praise and commitment for interstate development in South Arkansas

Haak receives praise and commitment for interstate development in South Arkansas

Several state officials and representatives from three counties came together Monday for a reception to honor new Highway Commissioner David Haak of Texarkana. State Rep. Ben Gilmore and Nita McDaniel, Monticello Economic Development Commission executive director and Southeast Arkansas Regional Intermodal Facilities Authority (SEARIFA) board member, arranged for the event at the University of Arkansas…

Community rallies for local resident after devastating house fire

Community rallies for local resident after devastating house fire

BANKS, Ark. – In the wake of a tragic house fire on the night of October 26th that left Elton Evans with nothing, the town of Banks has come together in a heartwarming display of support. With numerous individuals and businesses generously donating items, an online auction has been organized to assist Evans in rebuilding…

Local Warren Rotary hears program from District 6170 Governor Emil Woerner

Local Warren Rotary hears program from District 6170 Governor Emil Woerner

The Rotary Club of Warren met for its weekly meeting Tuesday at First Methodist Church. The group heard from Warren High School Junior Rotarian Kaylee Nichols before Rotarian Marnette George introduced the program. Rotary District 6170 Governor Emil Woerner traveled down to Warren along with Assistant Governor Brandon Hogg. Woerner updated the club on all…

Enjoy the holiday cheer at the December 9th Warren Christmas Parade

Enjoy the holiday cheer at the December 9th Warren Christmas Parade

WARREN, Ark. – As the holiday season approaches, the anticipation for cheerful gatherings and festive celebrations grows. One such event that promises to ignite the holiday spirit is the upcoming Warren Christmas Parade in Arkansas scheduled for December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Residents and organizations in and around Warren, Arkansas, are eagerly gearing up for…

Bradley County’s spectacular Halloween extravaganza draws massive crowd

Bradley County’s spectacular Halloween extravaganza draws massive crowd

In what can only be described as a thrilling spectacle of Halloween spirit, the Tent and Treat event, orchestrated by the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce, transformed the Bradley County Fairgrounds into a bustling haven for thousands of trick-or-treaters on the evening of October 28, 2023. Serving as the official Halloween event in the City…