Quorum Court hears report on jail issues, road repairs, and more during Tuesday meeting

Quorum Court hears report on jail issues, road repairs, and more during Tuesday meeting

Although she is starting her fourth term in the Arkansas General Assembly, state Rep. Sonia Barker is now beginning to represent the newly created District 96, which includes half of Bradley County. Barker appeared at Tuesday’s Bradley County Quorum Court meeting along with her husband. They live in Smackover and have three adult children plus…

Portion of Bradley 53 in southern Bradley County closed

Portion of Bradley 53 in southern Bradley County closed

Bradley County has announced the temporary closure of Bradley 53 Road in the southern portion of Bradley County from Bradley 160 at Eagle Lake Church to Bradley 25-A. Saline River Chronicle spoke with Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney’s office at noon today. They told SRC that Bradley 53 Road, the Eagle Lake road, has been…

Hikers take part in first day hikes at Moro Bay State Park to celebrate new year, plus a special visitor stops by

Hikers take part in first day hikes at Moro Bay State Park to celebrate new year, plus a special visitor stops by

As part of a statewide Arkansas State Park’s cooperative event, visitors gathered Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Bradley County’s Moro Bay State Park to participate in the annual first day hikes program. In a post on social media, Paul Butler, the head ranger at Moro Bay State Park, posted to Moro Bay’s social media page…

Local officials sworn in to start new terms in 2023

Local officials sworn in to start new terms in 2023

Bradley County, Warren and Hermitage officials were sworn in on New Year’s Day at the Bradley County Courthouse. New mayors Gregg Reep of Warren and Matt Cathey of Hermitage were sworn in. Banks Mayor Keeton Hudson was not present. Bradley County Judge Klay McKinney said, “When you sign up for one of these jobs, you…

Elected officials to be sworn in January 1

Elected officials to be sworn in January 1

Local elected officials in Bradley County are soon to be sworn in Sunday, January 1, 2023 at the Bradley County Courthouse in Warren. The ceremony, which will take place at 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon, will see a host of local elected officials from both the County, City of Warren, City of Hermitage, as well as…

Bradley County burn ban lifted

Bradley County burn ban lifted

Saline River Chronicle was notified Monday morning that the burn ban has been lifted for Bradley County. According to the latest information we have, burn bans have been lifted in Bradley, Cleveland, and Calhoun Counties. While Drew, Ashley, Lincoln, and Union Counties’ bans remain.

Where you can vote in Bradley County

Where you can vote in Bradley County

As of Wednesday morning around 250 people in Bradley County had already cast a ballot during the early voting period which started Monday, October 24. As your local election coverage headquarters, Saline River Chronicle would like to remind every of where and when voting is open. Early voting is being held at the County Clerk’s…

Bradley County under a burn ban

Bradley County under a burn ban

As of September 27, 2022 at 11:30 a.m., Bradley County is now under a Burn Ban. That’s according to the Bradley County Courthouse official Facebook account. Dry conditions continue to persist, with no rain in sight. Currently, no surrounding county has implanted a burn ban, but we expect to see more in the coming hours…

2022 Bradley County Fair Best of Show for Livestock announced

2022 Bradley County Fair Best of Show for Livestock announced

The following is the complete list of the 2022 Bradley County Fair Livestock winners. Congratulations to all who participated! Best of Show Poultry: Audrey McCoskey-Dark Braham Pullet 4-H Pullet: Grand Champion-Asher Weaver Reserve Champion-Ariel Weaver Bearded Buff Lace Polish Poultry: Grand Champion-Maggie Rice Reserve Champion-Dathan Rice Dark Braham Pullet: Grand Champion – Audrey McCoskey Reserve…

2022 Bradley County Fair Best of Show for Home Economics announced

2022 Bradley County Fair Best of Show for Home Economics announced

The following is the complete list of Best of Show (Home Economics) for the 2022 Bradley County Fair. Congratulations to all who participated! Crafts: Junior-Chandler Byrd Senior-Sue Wilson Floral Arrangements: Senior-Delle Simmons Cut Flowers: Senior-Kim Forrest Potted Plants: Junior-Michaela Stanley Senior-Phyllis Barns Quilted Items: Senior-Alayne Zimmerly Scrapbooking: Junior-Riley Greenwood Senior-Diane Parnell Household Furniture: Senior-Linda Kercheval…

2022 Junior Livestock Premium Sale brings in almost $30K, PICTURES OF ALL 21 EXHIBITORS AND BUYERS INCLUDED

2022 Junior Livestock Premium Sale brings in almost $30K, PICTURES OF ALL 21 EXHIBITORS AND BUYERS INCLUDED

The 2022 Junior Livestock Premium Sale garnered nearly $30,000 raised in the 29th Annual event held this past weekend during the Bradley County Fair in Warren. Below is the complete list of exhibitors, the buyers, and the amount purchased. Also listed are the businesses and individuals that contributed add-on money. Below the list are photos…

Swine portion of the Bradley County Fair Livestock show held Monday

Swine portion of the Bradley County Fair Livestock show held Monday

The Bradley County Fair kicked off Monday, September 12, 2022 with the swine-only portion of the livestock show happening at the Bradley County Fair grounds. Grant Ferrell was named the Sr. Showmanship Winner and Reserve Champion, while Luke Cathey was awarded the Jr. Showmanship Winner and Grand Champion. The fair continues later this week. To…

County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

County 4-H Clubs reorganizing

The Bradley County 4-H clubs are reorganizing and seeking new members.  The purpose of these clubs is to give youth an opportunity to participate in the youth development educational program of the University of the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.  Youth in 4-H clubs will learn life skills, enhance leadership skills, and increase self-esteem while serving…

Extension Homemakers clubs seeking new members

Extension Homemakers clubs seeking new members

An EH Club is a group of people who meet once a month to learn more about issues facing people today: personal and home safety; family relations and human development; foods and nutrition; the management of family resources; leadership; and clothing and textiles.  These clubs also volunteer their time to important activities like the All…

Hermitage Huddle Reunion coming October 1

Hermitage Huddle Reunion coming October 1

Former students, teachers, employees, and guests are invited to the Hermitage Community Center Saturday, October 1, 2022 for the Hermitage Huddle Reunion. Event organizers have announced that the doors will open at 10:00 a.m., with a catered lunch to follow at 12:00 p.m. The cost for entry is $20 per person attending. Organizers also ask…