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Mt. Carmel Celebrates 10th Year of Outreach Ministry
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Five Warren Firemen Attend State Meeting
Five members of the Warren Fire Department attended the state fire fighters convention June 26th-29th in Hot Springs. The organization provides training on firefighting, fire prevention and promotes legislation that benefits fire departments. Attending from the Warren Department were Chief Howard Edwards, Assistant Chief Mike Ashcraft, Larry Hays, Richard Bickers and Jason Bradley.
Authorization to attend the meeting was provided by the Warren City Council and supported by Mayor Bryan Martin
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Warren Fire Department Responds To Call On Southern Court
The Warren Fire Department responded to a fire call at #6 Southern Court June 24th. The fire began in the kitchen apparently caused by a microwave oven. The fire caused damage to the kitchen and smoke damage to the entire house. There were no injuries.
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Let Freedom Ring Celebration
Pastor Crews spoke about the need to pray for America, participate in America and to preach the gospel.
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Increase of Shigella Seen In Arkansas
(Little Rock)— The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is alerting Arkansans of a recent increase in Shigella cases. The Shigella germ is spread by direct contact with an infected person and occasionally from eating or drinking contaminated food or water. It is a fairly common disease. Most cases are seen in the summer and early fall and occur as single cases or outbreaks. Daycare centers are high risk areas due to diaper changing and children who are not able to practice proper toileting and hand washing. Shigella can also easily spread in restaurants and other food service facilities when proper food handling and hygiene is not practiced. This usually occurs when an infected food worker does not wash their hands properly and has contact with food. Foods most often associated with Shigella outbreaks are salads and sandwiches that involve a lot of hand contact in their preparation, and raw vegetables contaminated in the field.
It takes only a few Shigella bacteria to make you sick. Shigella can spread very easily. Symptoms of Shigella can include mild or severe diarrhea, often with fever and traces of blood or mucous in the stool. This may be accompanied by abdominal cramps. Some infected people may not show any symptoms.
Basic food safety precautions and disinfection of drinking water prevents shigellosis from transmission by food and water. However, people with shigellosis should not prepare food or drinks for others until they have been shown to no longer be carrying the Shigella bacterium and if they have had no diarrhea for at least 2 days.
Because this infection spreads quickly in daycare settings, the infection requires removal of children from daycare until diarrhea-free for 24 hours and five days of an appropriate antibiotic. Day care staff members also require treatment and exclusion depending on their stool culture results and symptoms.
General steps to lessen the risk of infection:
Proper cleaning and food preparation of raw vegetables.
Proper hand washing is very important in the prevention of Shigella infections. Good hand washing and cleaning are important even after the children and employees return to daycare or food services.
Food service workers should use gloves, deli tissues, or tongs. Bare hand contact with food that has already been cooked or will not be cooked should be completely eliminated.
If hands are contaminated, every surface that is touched can be a potential source of infection. Sink faucets, door handles, light switches, toys, and changing tables are all examples of items that are handled often and can easily be contaminated.
When cases are recognized, sanitize all surfaces to eliminate the possibility of bacteria being present. One tablespoon of unscented bleach per gallon of water is an effective sanitizer against Shigella. After washing and rinsing, dishes and toys with hard surfaces should be submerged in sanitizer for 30 seconds and then be removed to air dry. Other cleaned surfaces should be sprayed/wiped with sanitizer and left to dry.
Flies must be under control. Flies can land on contaminated surfaces and carry the bacteria to many locations throughout your daycare or food establishment and put everyone potentially at risk.
Because Shigella is so easy to spread, an environmental health specialist and public health nurse are required to do an inspection of the daycare or food service facility when two or more cases are reported. If this occurs, ADH will work with you to verify control measures are in place.
For more information on Shigella see: HYPERLINK "http://www.cdc.gov/nczved/divisions/dfbmd/diseases/shigellosis/" CDC: Shigellosis
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Arrest Report: June 30, 2014
The following are innocent until proven guilty:
Jerry Cater, 505 N. Myrtle St., Warren, AR., age 29, arrested on warrant for contempt of court (6-23-14)
Vences Corza, 718 Sturgis St., Warren, AR., age 28, arrested on warrant (6-24-14)
Ismael N. Rendon, 201 E. Pine St., Hermitage, AR., age 42, charged with no drivers license, failure to yield and no proof of insurance (6-25-14)
Dwight Neal, 122 Burch St., Hermitage, AR., age 22, charged with domestic battery 3rd (6-25-14)
Felipe Marquez, 117 Shelby St., Warren, AR., age 28, charged with driving on suspended license, DWI, and arrested on warrant (6-26-17)
Danny W. Light, 1022 E. Cedar St., Warren, AR., age 26, body attachment (6-28-14)
Pablo Vasillo, 217 Gannaway, St., Warren, AR., age?, charged with public intoxication (6-28-14)
Jerry Cater, 505 N. Myrtle St., Warren, AR., age 29, arrested on warrant for contempt of court (6-23-14)
Vences Corza, 718 Sturgis St., Warren, AR., age 28, arrested on warrant (6-24-14)
Ismael N. Rendon, 201 E. Pine St., Hermitage, AR., age 42, charged with no drivers license, failure to yield and no proof of insurance (6-25-14)
Dwight Neal, 122 Burch St., Hermitage, AR., age 22, charged with domestic battery 3rd (6-25-14)
Felipe Marquez, 117 Shelby St., Warren, AR., age 28, charged with driving on suspended license, DWI, and arrested on warrant (6-26-17)
Danny W. Light, 1022 E. Cedar St., Warren, AR., age 26, body attachment (6-28-14)
Pablo Vasillo, 217 Gannaway, St., Warren, AR., age?, charged with public intoxication (6-28-14)
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BCEDC Holds Lengthy Workforce/Training Discussion
In a meeting that lasted some one and a half hours, the Bradley County Economic Development Commission had a detailed discussion concerning the state of the workforce in the southeast Arkansas region and ways to help people get the education and training they need to find jobs in the area. On hand to take part in the discussion were representatives of Potlatch, Townsend, Ouachita and Oasis, all wood product manufacturers in the City of Warren. Also in attendance were representatives of several state agencies and educational institutions.
According to the companies there are jobs available in this area for trained electricians and middle level managers. They talked about the need for more trucks and drivers and the growing need for more loggers as the timber industry rebounds and grows. See more of this story by clicking the link under the advertisement.
Several people mentioned the fact that well trained employees with technical skills can often make more money than college graduates. Different ways to encourage young people to get technical training to take advantage of local jobs was discussed. The education attendees offered assistance to the industries in helping them secure trained workers and to help further educate existing workers.
Each of the companies in attendance talked about the growing timber economy and the massive changes that have occurred over the past several years. The industry is much more technical than ever before.
A representative of the Arkansas Industrial Development Commission stated that about 85% of the new jobs created in Arkansas during the last year were created by existing industry. BCEDC members voiced their strong support of companies that are currently located in Warren. Efforts will be pursued to create a consortium of local companies to utilize training programs to be provided by regional technical schools and various training programs.
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Patient Portal Functional At Local Hospital
During the recent hospital board meeting conducted June 26th, Director of nursing Tiffany Holland reported to the board that Bradley County Medical Center now has a functional "Patient Portal" that allows patients the ability to view, download, or transmit their personal health information from a secure portal. More information will be provided the public as to how to utilize this technology.
The nursing director also reported on the nurse call system, the web nursery and several other programs aimed at improving and expanding care. The MASH program was detailed for the board's information.
CEO, Rex Jones submitted his monthly report which included a planned sign up day on July 10th to get more people enrolled in the "Private Option Insurance" plan. Mr. Jones updated the board on regulatory surveys, rehab and therapy rooms and covered several activities he has been involved with to utilize hospital services.
Chris O'Conner, who heads up the physical therapy unit, gave a detailed report on the work going on in the unit. He talked about efforts to provide quality and up to date procedures for patients using the Warren facility.
Brandon Gorman, CFO, went over the monthly and year to date finances and reported on the Home Health Care statistics. He also informed the board on the status of the hospital sales tax.
The board voted to increase the amount of insurance coverage on the hospital to keep pace with current cost. They voted to renew the insurance at a cost of $38,366.02 for the year.
The following individuals were reappointed to the hospital staff: Benjamin Bartnicke, M.D., RAPA, Michael Flick, M.D., RAPA, Heath Reep, APN to Dr. Wharton, Chad Simpson,M.D., Emergency Medicine and Debbie White, Tech with Wound Care Specialists. Two othe care givers were moved to inactive status.
The board is set to meet again July 24th.
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Hermitage City Council Meeting Minutes
HERMITAGE CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY JUNE 17, 2014
Time: 6pm Prayer: Randy York
The Hermitage City Council met for a regular meeting for June 17, 2014 in the Board Room of the City Office Building.
Mayor Alma J. Harrod was present and presided.
Attendees:Aldermen John Kidwell II, Carol Bell, and Randy York. Sylvia Esquivel could not attend due to her job. Employees present were Lanette Vines, Ben Poole, Faron Johnson, and Austin Ross.
Visitor present – Melvin Mills, Justice of Peace and Tonya Kendrix
Reading of
Last Minutes:The minutes for May 19, 2014 were presented and approved with a motion from John Kidwell II and a second from Carol Bell and the motion carried.
Recorder/
Treasurer:A motion was made by Carol Bell and second by John Kidwell II to appoint Tonya Kendrix to the position of Recorder/Treasurer for the City of Hermitage and the motion carried. Tonya Kendrix was sworn in as Recorder/Treasurer for the City of Hermitage by Justice of Peace Melvin Mills.
Water
Department:Done water maintenance/water samples passed.
Sewer
Department:Done sewer maintenance/sewer samples passed.
Street
Department:The stop signs were put back up in the
Apartments. Schedule for class and tests to become a licensed Water Distribution 1 Operator and a Waste Water Distribution 1 Operator was provided.
Fire Report:Fire Chief Barry Booker did not attend – Report given to Mayor Alma Harrod with no report of fires.
Police Report:Police Chief Ben Poole gave Police Report for May 2014.
Had 4 speeding, 1 no proof of insurance, 1 suspended driver’s license, and 1 no driver’s license. There was a total of 7 citations. A schedule was provided for each office on duty for the month of June. A monthly schedule will be provided each month. Faron Johnson will be attending the police academy Sept. 21 – December 12, 2014. Randy York suggested asking the county to provide some coverage while Faron Johnson is in the academy when Poole has some days off.
Finance Report:Administrative Assistant Lanette Vines presented the following.
May 2014 Financial Statement was presented to the council to review. A motion was made by Randy York and second by John Kidwell II and the motion carried. Local Distribution report from the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) from January to May 2014 was reviewed.
Mayor’s Report by Alma Harrod.
Old Business:
• Mr. Austin Ross accepted the position of Water/Sewer/Street Operator for the City of Hermitage. Mr. Ross would be on a 90 day trial. Mr. Ross salary for schooling hours will be $10.00 per hour and then increase to $15.00 per hour for his working hours. This position will be no more than 24 hours a week. Mr. Austin will attend all required classes. The motion was made by Randy York and second by John Kidwell II to appoint Mr. Austin Ross as Water/Sewer/Street Operator for the City of Hermitage and the motion carried.
•Security Cameras – Local Law Enforcement Block Grants (LLEBG) – Letter was written in June to WIRED Company out of warren with no response. The bid with WIRED Company will be cancelled June 20, 2014 if the cameras and DVRs still have not come in yet. Ben Poole reviewed the requirements for the security camera in relation to surveillance ability. A suggestion of seeking additional bids was made by Randy York and John Kidwell II. Lanette Vine confirmed that other bids could be sought from other companies.
•Revised Ordinance #107 – An Ordinance Required by Arkansas Code Ann. 14-42-107 State Ethics Guidelines to Approve Persons to Work as Contract Labor or Employees for City of Hermitage that are Related to Employees or Council Members was read. A motion to pass this ordinance was made Carol Bell and seconded John Kidwell II. A motion to suspend the 2nd and 3rd reading of the ordinance was made by Randy York and seconded by John Kidwell II.
•Sewer Replacement Job on Birch St. was done without problem.
New Business:
•Water Tank- Lanette Vines talked with Arkansas Soil and Waste Conservation who suggests and increase in water rates to $6.09. The additional money collected would go toward repayment of loan. Estimated $86,000 dollars to repair the inside and outside of tank. The inspection highlighting the safety issues was faxed to Pittsburg Tank for an estimate to correct safety issues. Lanette states that all government agencies were contacted for funding and most were loan/grant programs. Randy York and John Kidwell II suggests waiting for additional grants become available for funding. A suggestion by Randy York was made to have John T. Ferguson look at the tank for structural soundness and complete repairs.
•New Water Lines on Birch St. quote was reviewed by Mayor Alma Harrod. The initial cost of repairs $6,800.00 dollars to lay and tie into the main line. A review of the lines and the existing leaks was reviewed on a city map by Mayor Alma Harrod. Lanette Vines states that funds would be transferred from depreciation account. John Kidwell II suggest additional bids sought. Potential start dates were reviewed and Randy York suggests the month of August when the grounds are most dry. R and R Contracting is the potential contractor for repairs. The motion was tabled to get another quote.
•Tonya Kendrix concedes her duties as Treasurer and transfers such duties to Lanette Vines, Administrative Assistant. The motion was made by John Kidwell II and seconded by Randy York.
•Ordinance #98 requiring premises to be kept free from high grass, etc. was discussed. Mayor Alma Harrod will have letters to residences with a 10 day notice followed by a $50.00 dollar fine. No exceptions. Perry’s Lawn and Mowing notified the city office it will be ending its services at the end of July. Lanette Vines presented option of collecting bids or waiting until next years to seek bids for services. Randy York and John Kidwell II suggest seeking bids instead of waiting until next year – determined that August and September would need services. Austin Ross will bush haul ditches and do right of ways.
•Lanette Vines suggested that remaining funds from Spirit of Christmas event to be used for Business Appreciation- token such as a gift basket for the local business. Council members agreed for gift basket to be given to the local businesses. Mayor Alma Harrod – a notice for volunteers with the Spirit of Christmas Festival will be placed in the paper in October. If no volunteers come forth the Spirit of Christmas Festival will be cancelled except for Christmas parade.
Floor was open to council members – nothing further
Meeting adjourned motion made by Carol Bell seconded by Randy York and the motion carried.
The council went into Executive Session.
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St. James AME to Host Annual Women in Red Day
St. James A.M.E
915 St. James Street, Warren, AR 71671
Rev. Barry H. Spencer, Pastor & the St. James A.M.E. Church Family cordially invite you to the:
ANNUAL
"100 WOMEN IN RED DAY"
CELEBRATION
July 13, 2014 @ 3:00pm
Guest speaker will be Rev. Bettie Tolefree, Associate Minister of Bethel A.M.E. Church in Bigelow, Arkansas.
Theme:
F A I T H -
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." - Philippians 4:13
Come hear the Word of God from the Woman of God. We look forward to seeing you.
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UAM Presents Awards To Technical Campus Students
MONTICELLO, AR — The University of Arkansas at Monticello recently presented 190 awards to 130 students at its technical campuses in Crossett and McGehee, according to information released today by the UAM registrar’s office.
(Editor’s Note: Students who opted to withhold their information from the media have been excluded from this list. Please refer all questions to the Office of the Registrar at 870-460-1035.)
Key to Awards: AAS = Associate of Applied Science
ADC = Advanced Technical Certificate
TC = Technical Certificate
CP = Certificate of Proficiency
Crossett, AR
Fernando Alatorre Olmos (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Regina A. Ashby (TC)
Ian M. Ashcraft (TC)
Ethan A. Brantley (ADC)
Erica N. Brewer (TC, TC, AAS)
Joel A. Broomfield (TC)
Amanda E. Cabbiness (TC)
Sharon D. Caldwell (TC)
Fredrick O. Cotton (TC)
James W. Crihfield (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Regina N. Ertolacci (TC, AAS)
Keegan H. Gannaway (ADC)
Erick Garcia (TC)
Laura L. Griever (TC, AAS)
Tiffanie J. Guyewski (TC)
Latissie L. Hampton (TC)
Ralph C. Haskew (TC)
Cristina M. Hollins (TC)
Jacob B. Jenkins (TC)
Kendrick O. Lawrence (TC)
Jared R. Lockwood (TC)
Rayshon P. Mansfield (CP, TC)
Timothy Mansfield (TC)
Caitlan S. Maxwell (AAS)
Caitlan S. Maxwell (TC)
Jeremy K. Maxwell (ADC, AAS)
Schelese S. McDade (TC)
Claudia N. Miller (TC)
Benjamin A. Morgan (TC)
Trey M. Morris (ADC)
Bradley A. Murphy (TC)
Murry K. Myers (ADC)
Dylan T. Outlaw (CP, TC)
Brooke M. Rainey (TC, AAS)
Stephen G. Rice (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Jacob M. Roberts (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Clifton Royal (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Constance D. Sellers (TC)
Stephanie D. Smedley (TC)
Eric C. Snelgrove (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Joshua K. Spurlock (CP)
Megan N. Stanley (TC)
Ray L. Thompson (TC)
Jawana L. Uselton (TC)
Lloyd W. Ward (TC)
LaShanda Waters (TC)
Brandon G. Watt (CP, TC)
Roy D. White (TC)
Tara L. Woods (TC, AAS)
Dermott, AR
Shunda L. Jackson (AAS)
Fredrick L. Nichols (TC)
Connie K. Pitts (TC)
La'Nysha C. Pitts (TC)
Precious N. Staggers (CP)
Jeron A. Wright (CP, TC)
Dumas, AR
Tamika D. Blackmon (TC, AAS)
Damika M. Fuller (TC, TC)
El Dorado, AR
Tyler M. Hall (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Fort Smith, AR
Stanley C. Criswell (TC)
Fountain Hill, AR
Stephanie L. Hudson (TC, AAS)
Gould, AR
Patrick W. Curry (CP)
Gwendolyn S. Henderson (CP, TC)
Melchor Mondragon (CP, TC)
Hamburg, AR
Dillon B. Deason (TC)
Meredith E. Funderburg (CP, TC, AAS)
Cynthia R. Gregorcyk (AAS)
Katherine J. Griffith (TC)
Timothy W. Hollis (TC, ADC, AAS, AAS)
Rojelio Huante (TC)
Kimberly A. Johns (TC, AAS)
Maria E. King (CP)
John H. Shaw (TC)
Kory C. Steen (TC)
Alec H. Yarbrough (TC)
Lake Village, AR
Tequila C. Scott (CP, TC)
Tequila C. Scott (TC)
Shirley A. Smith (TC)
McGehee, AR
Sandra G. Bess (CP)
DeAndrea H. Blackmon (CP, TC)
Deloris A. Cokeley (CP)
Lula Collier (TC)
Roderick D. Crosby (CP, TC)
Diana D. Horn (TC)
Jean-luc Marcel (CP, TC)
Walter L. Shurtleff (CP, TC)
Rosie M. Smith (CP, TC)
Raven S. Todd (CP, TC)
Monticello, AR
Charlotte A. Anderson (TC)
Jagger A. Booker (TC)
Larry W. Chaney (CP, TC)
Gregory D. Everett (CP, TC)
Jake N. Funderburg (TC)
Clint L. Hooker (TC)
Khristopher K. Howell (AAS)
Kristina M. Stewart (TC)
Henryton R. Trotter (TC)
New Edinburg, AR
Melvin T. Cranford (TC)
Portland, AR
Peggy S. Webb (AAS)
Rison, AR
Colby A. Berg (TC)
Searcy, AR
Brandon L. West (TC)
Strong, AR
Lorna D. Sims (CP, TC)
Tillar, AR
Dominique T. Wallace (CP, TC)
Warren, AR
Ricky D. Alford (TC)
Contessa L. Allison (TC)
Roderick L. Crain (TC)
Stephen T. Loomis (CP, TC)
Martin M. Ramirez (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Devin M. Walsh (CP)
Curtis M. Youngquist (TC)
Wilmar, AR
Ethan C. Gilliam (ADC)
Bastrop, LA
Charles S. Allen (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Caden B. Cantrell (TC)
Zachary T. Cantrell (TC)
Heath T. Chain (ADC)
Hunter L. Cockrell (TC)
Emilee J. Goodman (CP, TC)
James T. Jones (CP, TC)
Kory D. McLarrin (CP, TC)
Samantha A. McNeely (TC)
Austin B. Mcdonald (TC)
Mariah C. Musgrove (TC)
Thomas M. O'Connell (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Steven G. Odom (ADC, AAS, AAS)
Zachery C. Sebren (ADC)
Leo B. Vyvial (TC)
Sterlington, LA
Allen D. Anders (TC)
Zachary R. Johnston (TC)
Greenville, MS
Margaret E. Brown (TC, AAS)
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School Board Holds Called Meeting Monday
The Warren School Board met in special called session Monday, June 30, at 6:00 p.m. They approved the following resignations:
Robert Avery, JROTC SAI -effective June 30
Darryl Green, Bus Driver-effective June 30
Matthew Blackmon, Custodian-effective June 11
Janet Harton-Business Teacer (2 yr. transition)-to take the EAST position
Felicia Tullos- SpEd Teacher Eastside
They also approved the following recommendations for contracts for 2014:
Milka Hudgens, ELL instructor/coordinator (replacing Tara Hogue)
Janet Harton, EAST Facilitator (replacing Chrissie Barnes)
Britny Standridge, WHS English/:literacy (replacing Nicole Gnecco)
Farrah McEntire, Business Teacher (replacing Janet Harton; 2 year contract during business course transition)
In addition to personnel matters, the board approved several insurance agreements and discussed the progress on the high school improvement projects heard reports on what is being done at the other buildings.
Superintendent Johnson reported on grant applications and discussed another grant application opportunity.
Robert Avery, JROTC SAI -effective June 30
Darryl Green, Bus Driver-effective June 30
Matthew Blackmon, Custodian-effective June 11
Janet Harton-Business Teacer (2 yr. transition)-to take the EAST position
Felicia Tullos- SpEd Teacher Eastside
They also approved the following recommendations for contracts for 2014:
Milka Hudgens, ELL instructor/coordinator (replacing Tara Hogue)
Janet Harton, EAST Facilitator (replacing Chrissie Barnes)
Britny Standridge, WHS English/:literacy (replacing Nicole Gnecco)
Farrah McEntire, Business Teacher (replacing Janet Harton; 2 year contract during business course transition)
In addition to personnel matters, the board approved several insurance agreements and discussed the progress on the high school improvement projects heard reports on what is being done at the other buildings.
Superintendent Johnson reported on grant applications and discussed another grant application opportunity.
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Attention: Bradley County Solid Waste Customers
Attention: Bradley County Solid Waste Customers
In order to celebrate the July 4th holiday Bradley County Solid Waste will not run on Friday July 4th. Friday’s route will be picked up on Thursday July 3rd.
The Bradley County Landfill will be closed on Friday July 4th.
The Bradley County Courthouse will be closed on Friday July 4th.
Thank you,
Keith Neely Bradley County Judge
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Ferrells Donate Gravel to Kids First
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Oriya Organics Recalls Superfood Protein Medley Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
(Little Rock, Ark.) Oriya Organics, LLC is voluntarily recalling Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley which contains Organic Sprouted Chia Seed Powder due to possible health risks related to Salmonella contamination.
Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms).
Products were sold directly to customers through the internet in Arkansas, Texas, Illinois, Florida, New York, Louisiana, and Virginia. Products were sold by retailers in Texas and Louisiana.
The products in this voluntary recall include: Oriya Organics Superfood Protein Medley, 21.2 oz. UPC Code: 85370100401, with Lot #: A14314 and an expiration date of 05/23/2015. Lot codes and expiration dates are located on the bottom of the container.
No other Oriya Organics products are affected by this recall and no illnesses have been reported to date. This recall has been initiated as a precautionary measure due to a contaminated ingredient from one of Oriya Organic’s suppliers.
Consumers who have purchased any of these products with the above stated lot number and expiration dates are asked not to consume the product and discard it or return the product to the original point of purchase.
Consumers with questions may contact Oriya Organics at 512-992-5100, Monday – Friday from 9am – 5pm CST. Email correspondence can be sent to HYPERLINK "mailto:info@oriyaorganics.com" info@oriyaorganics.com.
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UAM Board of Visitors To Meet July 10 At McGehee Campus
MONTICELLO, Ark. —The University of Arkansas at Monticello Board of Visitors will meet July 10 at 4 p.m. in the Main Administrative Building on the campus of the UAM College of Technology-McGehee.
The meeting is open to the public. For more information, contact Jim Brewer, director of media services, at (870) 460-1274.
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Cal Ripken World Series Coming To SEArkansas
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| Myken Robinson and his grandmother Kay Robinson presented a check to Cal Ripkin on behalf of the Warren Ladies League to support the World Series |
Harold Robinson, a longtime proponent of youth baseball, from Warren, and his wife Kay were in attendance along with Bradley County Chamber of Commerce President David King. Billy Williams, the superintendent of the Drew Central School District and a native of Bradley County was also present.
After the contract was signed, Kay Robinson submitted a check for $250.00 from the Warren Ladies League to help finance the event. She challenged other Warren and Bradley County organizations to contribute to help raise $5000.00 from the county. Harold and Kay personally donated another $100.00. Anyone or group desiring to help may call Kay at 820-1664.
This series will bring many people to southeast Arkansas and benefit our youth.
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| James Waggoner |
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Old Bradley Mill Site Home To New Mill Under Construction
At one time the site most of us know as the Bradley Mill was the location of the largest hardwood saw mill in the world. Potlatch Corp. constructed the mill and operated it for a number of years. It ended up being sold and later burned. A majority of the 130 acre site, which is all within the Warren City limits, is now owned and operated by Oasis Trading, LLC. The ownership and management rest in the hands of Stanley and Matthew Anderson. They are working hard to make the plant productive.
They have been using the kilns and are in the process of constructing a new sawmill. Oasis has facilities in Hermitage and plans to continue their operations there. The new mill will be capable of putting out one half million board feet per week and should be ready for test runs in 6-8 weeks. The company works several people on site now and should end up with around 40 employees in the future.
Oasis exports products and sells domestically as well. The new mill will primarily cut pine timber although it could also utilize hardwood. According to a company spokesman Oasis is blessed with great contract loggers and a very capable workforce. They expect to grow.
Two other timber related businesses have manufacturing operations within the 130 acre property. Floyd Dale Ashcraft has a speciality wood products plant on the northwest corner of the property and Danny May uses a portion of Oasis's land to run another facility.
D. May, Inc. is owned and operated by Danny May. The firm currently works 8 people and primarily cuts hardwood for use by various mills in the area. The company rents space from Ossis and is currently constructing a new facility just west of Highway 63 south of the overpass.
Ashcraft Wood Products is operated by Mr. Floyd Dale Ashcraft, a longtime employee of Potlatch, His company makes a variety of wood products and is working 17 people at this time. The Ashcraft facility sits on 14 acres of the original mill site.
In addition to the three manufacturers that operate on the property, Midland Railroad utilizes a portion of the rail facilities that were a part of the Warren & Saline River Railroad in the past.
When Armstrong, Ouachita and Townsend along with Bradley Brand Furniture and our numerous loggers are considered, it is obvious Warren remains a timber economy. There is a reason we are the Warren Lumberjacks!
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No Garbage Pick Up on the 4th in City
The City of Warren administrative offices will be closed Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. There will be no city garbage pickup on the 4th.
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Bradley County Native Releases Book
Michelle Castleberry's work has appeared in Umbrella, Bellemeade Books, The Dead Mule School of Southern Literature, Poemeleon, The Anthology of Southern Poetry: Vol. V -- Georgia, and in The Chattahoochee Review. She is most proud of her involvement in the Athens, Georgia community of Word of Mouth, a monthly open poetry reading. Her first book, Dissecting the Angel and Other Poems, was selected as finalist for poetry in the Georgia Author of the Year award. You can find her at www.michellecastleberry.com.
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