VIDEO: SEACBEC Career Club Flash Mobs Warren Sonic

Watch this exclusive salineriverchronicle.com video of the SEACBEC Career club pulling off a flash mob at the Warren Sonic.

City Crews Respond to Remove Debris From Streets After Storm

According to Warren's City Street Foreman Tommy Adams, City street department employees had to remove some large limbs or trees from streets in three areas of the city as a result of the heavy thunderstorm Tuesday evening.  Work was required on Hill Street, North Main Street, and at Pine and Seminary Streets.  City crews were called out Tuesday night.  A lot of vegetation and small limbs were scattered throughout town.  Efforts continue to clean curbs, ditches, and drains stacked with debris as a result of heavy rains and high winds.

Mr. Adams said he was unaware of any major flooding problems but continues checking all neighborhoods.  He urges all residents and businesses to help keep debris out of ditches, culverts, or curbs and to call the city if problems exist within the public right of way.

Arkansas Highway and Transportation Director Speaks to SEA Cornerstone Coalition

The Southeast Arkansas Cornerstone Coalition conducted its annual banquet Tuesday, May 21 on the campus of UAM.  The event took place in the Gibson Student Center.  The Coalition consists of the counties of Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, and Drew.  Participants include representatives of local governments, private business, and non-profit groups.  Mike Smith of Crossett serves as President of the board.

Scott Kuttenkuler of UAM who serves as Vice President-programs for the Coalition gave the welcome and President Mike Smith updated those in attendance on activities and plans of the Cornerstone to develop and grow the region.  Zack Tucker executive director of the Coalition made comments concerning the career website and leadership class.

Keynote speaker of the evening was Arkansas Highway and Transportation Director Scott Bennett.  Mr. Bennett was introduced by Highway Commissioner Robert Moore, Jr. of Arkansas City.  As the newest appointee to the commission, Mr. Moore provided updates on highway projects in Southeast Arkansas.  He specifically discussed I-69 and rail to the Cypress Bend Port.

M*A*S*H* camps set for 28 communities

LITTLE ROCK — M*A*S*H (Medical Applications of Science for Health) camps will be held in 28 communities throughout Arkansas this summer. Returning to the lineup this year after recent absences are camps in Blytheville, Crossett and Newport.
The two-week M*A*S*H camps are designed to expose rising high-school juniors and seniors to healthcare-related vocations. Most of the camps are conducted at rural medical centers in hopes of attracting local students.
“This M*A*S*H program provides wonderful opportunities for hundreds of Arkansas students interested in medical careers,” said Jennifer Victory, rural health programs coordinator for Arkansas Farm Bureau. “ It allows them to receive hands-on experience and gain knowledge that cannot be learned in the classroom. Many of these students are from rural areas, and M*A*S*H gives them a chance to see the careers available in their area, while encouraging them to eventually return to practice in those rural areas.”

Accident at the Corner of Walnut and West Church

Accident at corner of West Church and Walnut Street

Loyce Henrietta Carter, was driving a 2012 white Nissan Altima at approximately 5:13 p.m., Friday, May 17, preparing to make a left turn onto Turner Street when a red 2003 GMC pickup driven by Juliana D. Rodriguez traveling south on Walnut Street pulled out in front of the Altima.  Ms. Carter said she tried to stop but was unable to do so.  The police report did not indicate the issuing of any citations.

Little Miss Pink Tomato Pageant

Registrations are being accepted at the Bradley County Chamber of Commerce for the 2013 Little Miss Pink Tomato pageant.

The pageant will be held at the Warren Cultural Center at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 15, 2013 during the 57th annual Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival.

Eligible participants must be 4 or 5 years of age on June 1, 2013 and must live in Bradley, Ashley, Dallas, Drew, Calhoun, Cleveland, Lincoln or Union County.  Entry fee for the pageant is $25 and applications are available at the Bradley County Chamber office, located at 104 North Myrtle Street in Warren.  Deadline for entries is June 7.

Contestants are required to attend the rehearsal at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, June 14 at the Warren Cultural Center and they must ride in the Pink Tomato Festival Parade at 10:00 a. m. on Saturday morning, June 15.

The Little Miss Pink Tomato competition began over 50 years ago and is a fun and popular pageant for Southeast Arkansas girls.  All participants will receive a trophy.

For additional information, you may call the Chamber at 226-5225 or call pageant chairmen, JeNelle Lipton (870-226-5457 or Glenda Cross (870-226-5758).

Healthy Kids Day

As part of the Y's commitment to strengthen community by addressing critical gaps in health and education, Healthy Kids Day® will encourage kids and parents to commit to keeping the body and mind active this summer.  On May 25, 2013, join the Donald W. Reynolds YMCA of Warren & Bradley County as we commit to put play in our day! Healthy Kids Day will be held 1:00-6:00pm followed by Flick-N-Float from 7:00-10:00pm.  The day will be filled with swimming, games, a water slide, muffin walk, educational booths, & much more!  The Flick-N-Float will be a night of swimming while watching a movie! Healthy Kids Day & Flick-N-Float are FREE for everybody!  Bring the whole family! If you have any questions, would like to volunteer, or make any suggestions, contact Heather Tittle or Tim Whitney at 226-2404.

Class of 2003 to Host 10 Year Reunion

The Class of 2003 is hosting our 10 year reunion Friday, June 14th and Saturday, June 15th at the Warren Country Club. Please contact Skye Clanton at ssclanton@yahoo.com for further details or look on our Facebook page Warren High School c/o 2003.

Quorum Court Conducts May Meeting

It took less than fifteen minutes for the Bradley County Quorum Court to conduct its monthly business during the May 20th meeting.  After reviewing minutes of the April meeting and approving the financial report, the court also reviewed the sheriff's report.  Judge Neely updated the court on the status of a grant to repair the courthouse foundation and informed the members another grant is progressing for upgrades to the county park.  The judge indicated he hoped the county will have a final determination on the foundation grant by June or July.

The Quorum Court approved two reappointments to the County Equalization Board.  They approved Judge Neely's renomination of Joyce Trotter Hampton and then reappointed Kim Forrest as the court's appointment to the board.  Both were approved 9-0.

Mrs. Edith Strong addressed the court requesting gravel rock in the Mt. Olive community.  Judge Neely told her he would address the need.

After the meeting Judge Neely informed the media that plans are proceeding to resurface 3.1 miles of the Farmville Road (Co. Rd. 32) beginning inside the Hermitage city limits.  The county is using state aid funds and the City of Hermitage will take part according to the Judge.

Hail Rains Down on Southeast Arkansas Tuesday Night

Dana Reep shows how large the hail was that pelted her car.

Hail rained down on Bradley County and Southeast Arkansas Tuesday night as thunderstorms rolled through.  salineriverchronicle.com will check on the tomato crop Wednesday morning.

Jennifer Jones posted this photo of hail to her facebook page.

WHS Announces Graduation Information: Garays Lead Class

Sonia Garay - WHS 2013 Valedictorian

Warren High School has announced the 2013 Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and Honor Graduates.  Leading the senior class as Valedictorian is Sonia Garay.  Sonya is the daughter of Alfonso and Felipa Garay.  Sonia's brother, Joel Garay is the Salutatorian of this year's graduating class.

The honor graduates are Matthew Chapa, the son of Hector and Nelly Chap; Karen Escamilla, the daughter of Pascual

Joel Gary - WHS 2013 Salutatorian

and Isabel Escamilla; Marti McMurry, the daughter of Samuel and Johnna McMurry and Darla and Aaron Doutt; Christopher Pennington, son of Mike and Christie Pennington, and Kennedy West, the daughter of Eddie and Sharon West.

Graduation exercises will be held at Jim Hurley Stadium beginning at 8:00 p.m. (In case of rain, the event will take place in the Warren Cultural Center.)

The graduating seniors are as follows:

Hermitage FBLA Hosts Drive to Aid Moore, Oklahoma Tornado Victims.

The Hermitage High School Future Business Leaders of America club is sponsoring a drive for the tornado victims of Moore, Oklahoma.  The students are asking that people donate toiletries and drop them off in the blue boxes at the high school or businesses around Hermitage.

Recommended items are:  deoderant, soap, shampoo, socks, toothbrushes, toothpaste, etc.

The deadline for donations is May 30.

Rotarians See Episode One of Watch Out! History's Coming.

Rob Reep and Rotarian Sue Wagnon.

Rotarian Sue Wagnon was the program chairman for the May 22 Rotary Club meeting held at noon in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church.  She introduced as her program guest Rob Reep, owner of Raptorproductions, Fossil HD, and salineriverchronicle.com.  Rob spoke to the group about the documentary series, Watch Out! History's Coming,  he has produced on the movement of the Arkansas capital.  He shared the first episode of the four-part series with the club.  At the conclusion of his program, the Rotarians expressed a desire to see more and have booked him for three more speaking engagements this summer.

Warren Students Earn 1st and 2nd in GFWC State Art Competition

GFWC Warren Woman's Club member Sandra Gatling, First Place State Winner Mary Jane Brice, and Warren High School art instructor Laura McKinney (holding Kimberly Osgood's secon place art piece)

Three Warren High School students recently earned top honors in the GFWC Warren Woman's Club art contest and advanced to the state contest.  At the state level, Mary Jane Brice earned a first place award with her pastel drawing.  She was presented a certificate and a blue ribbon by GFWC Warren Woman's Club member Sandra Gatling.  Also advancing to the state contest was Kimberly Osgood who was awarded a second place ribbon and certificate for her painting at the state level.

Right:  Kimberly Osgood with her state 2nd place watercolor.

Bradley County Hometown Health Coalition Meets

The Bradley County Hometown Health Coalition met Wednesday, May 15 at the Bradley County Health Office for their monthly meeting.  Those in attendance discussed programs and efforts to improve health in Bradley County.

More Straight From the Driveway Photos

The "Muddiest Truck" was a new category at the festival.

Bradley County Medical Foundation Receives $1000 Grant From Armstrong Foundation

Front Row: L – R: Sharon Ellis, Liz McKinstry, Joen Bryant, Nancy Vittitow, Cathy Richardson, Bridgette Harding

Back Row: L – R: Gerald Burton, Greg Harton, Charles O’Neal, Brandon Gorman

The Bradley County Medical Foundation was the grateful recipient of a $1000.00 contribution from the Armstrong Foundation.  These funds were given on behalf of the Armstrong "Witt Plant" located in Warren.  Funds were presented by Armstrong employee Marty S. Reep who also serves on the Medical Foundation Board.

Brunson Quiz Bowl Takes First in Regional Tournament

Warren’s Thomas C. Brunson Elementary Quiz Bowl team recently took first place in the regional Quiz Bowl Tournament held in Monticello. The Warren team included: Front Row L to R: Captain: Anissa Henry, Scorekeeper: Rivers Frazer, and Clay Barnes. Middle Row L to Right: Beau Castleberry, Mark Hairston, Cole Pennington, and Braden Jones. Back Row L To R: Coach Rhonda Williams, Moderator: Amy Wynne, and Judge: Cassidy Cathey. Warren Won all seven of their games in the tournament.

Ask Shaun, “The Value of Wearing a Bike Helmet”

Shaun Best, President and CEO of “Challenged Conquistadors, Inc.” will present an informational program, “Ask Shaun” The Value of Wearing a Bike Helmet”, on Saturday, May 25, 2013 from 10 am to 12 noon at The Bike Source located at 1131 Forsythe Avenue , Monroe . All Grandparents, Moms, Dads and kids of all ages, are invited to stop in at the store and listen to Shaun’s amazing story about his motor bike accident and how not wearing a bike helmet changed his life dramatically.  He was hit by a motor vehicle while NOT wearing a helmet at the age of 12.  Now an adult, he has done so much by advocating for challenged individuals and showing the importance of wearing a helmet when riding, No matter your age!

Deltic Timber Corporation Seeking Forester

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Deltic Timber Corporation is seeking an entry level Forester.  The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry with 0-2 years experience.  Deltic is interested in candidates who are motivated self-starters who want to make immediate contributions in the El Dorado Arkansas area.  Job requirements include:  cruise & evaluate timberland; monitor newly planted trees for quality control; check Summer and Fall plantations; ready sites for replanting by burning; prepare logging jobs by identifying SMZ’s; collect experimental plot data on specific tracts which directly affect the health & growth rates of our forests.

Deltic Timber offers a competitive pay & benefits package including:  

401(k) w/Company Match of up to 5%

   100% Company Paid Retirement Plan  Paid Vacation & Holidays

  Medical / Dental / Vision Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Please submit your resume, salary expectation & college transcript by mail, fax or e-mail to:             Deltic Timber Corporation * Human Resources

P. O. Box 7200 * El Dorado, AR 71731

870.881.6402 * Fax 870.881.6454

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Steven Ferrell Awarded Bradley County Scott Tractor 4-H Scholarship

Extension Home Economist Michelle Carter presents Scott Tractor 4-H Scholarship Award to Steven Ferrell.

Steven Ferrell, a senior at Hermitage High School, is the recipient of this year’s Bradley County Scott Tractor 4-H Scholarship.  The Scott Tractor scholarship is awarded each year to a senior 4-H’er who has excelled in 4-H activities.  Steven will be attending the University of Arkansas at Monticello in the fall.  Pictured presenting the award to Steven is Michelle Carter, County Extension Agent-Family & Consumer Sciences.