Stories by Bradly Gill

Dr. Owoh to speak at SAU Tech Black History celebration South Arkansas University Tech has announced Dr. Jeremy Owoh as the keynote speakr for the 2022 Black History Celebration on Feb. 24 Dr. Jeremy S. Owoh began his career in 2003 as an English teacher a... January 17, 2022

Harley Halliburton of Camden graduates from Harding University SEARCY, AR (01/11/2022)-- Harley Halliburton of Camden is one of more than 300 students who received diplomas and were recognized as Harding University graduates for Fall 2021 during a commencement ce... January 14, 2022

SAU releases Dean's list SAU Dean's List Fall 2021 MAGNOLIA, AR (01/13/2022)-- Southern Arkansas University has announced that 554 students earned a 3.5 GPA or higher for the fall 2021 semester and have been named to its Dean... January 14, 2022

Camden woman wins Miss Boomtown Jan. 8, 2022, in the Murphy Arts District, El Dorado crowned the very first Miss Boomtown, Miss Boomtown's Outstanding Teen, Miss Pine Valley and Miss Pine Valley's Outstanding Teen. Under the... January 13, 2022

City Council votes down Entertainment District The long-awaited ordinance which would have established an entertainment district, and relaxed open container laws, in Camden was voted down 5-3 at Tuesday night's City Council meeting.Impassioned... January 13, 2022

OCMC revises visitation policy in light of COVID surge By Bradly GillNews EditorOuachita County Medical Center has updated its visitation policy in light of the recent surge in COVID-19 infections in the Ouachita County area. Additionally, the OCMC cafete... January 12, 2022

Warren Broome celebrates 100th birthday By Bradly GillNews EditorWarren Broome celebrated his 100th birthday at the Fairview Methodist Church on Sunday.Broome was surrounded by family and friends and Ouachita County Judge Robert McAdoo read... January 12, 2022

History Minute: Dorris Alexander Brown's life of books Dorris Alexander Brown, known as "Dee" to his friends, grew up surrounded by adventure, tragedy, and incredible tales. Coming from such a background, it was natural that he would become a renowned sto... January 12, 2022

Chamber director, president discusses financial woes By Bradly Gill News Editor In December, the Ouachita County Quorum Court appropriated $40,000 at its monthly meeting to provide CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Security) Act funds to the Salvation... January 12, 2022

Arkansas gas prices rise 0.4 cents Average gasoline prices in Arkansas have risen 0.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.90/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Prices in Arkansas are 3.3 ... January 11, 2022

SAU announces health policies for spring semester MAGNOLIA -- As the latest coronavirus variant, Omicron, is producing challenges, Southern Arkansas University is gearing up for the spring semester, with classes scheduled to begin Wednesday, January ... January 10, 2022

OCMC shifts resources from Stephens clinic to Express Care in Camden Ouachita County Medical Center is temporarily shuttering the OCMC Stephens Community Clinic due to the high amount of COVID10 testing needed at the Express Care Clinic and test site in Camden.Accordin... January 10, 2022

Masks required again at Camden Fairview this week C\Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) data shows residents of Camden Fairview School District at Covid-19 status level purple (+100). Masks will continue to be required for the week of Janua... January 10, 2022

Obituaries Jim Neeley Jim Neeley, 88 of Camden, AR passed away Thursday, January 06, 2022 at the Ouachita County Medical Center. He was born November 29, 1933 in Camden, AR to Floyd Fillmore and Florence Epperso... January 7, 2022

Obituaries Henry Hutton Jr. Funeral services for Henry M. Hutton, Jr. will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 3, 2022, in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers Pineville, with Reverend Greg Carroll officiating. Visit... January 4, 2022

Arkansas gas prices rise 1.2 cents (January 3, 2022) - Arkansas gas prices have risen 1.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.90/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Gas prices in Ark... January 4, 2022

Masks required at Camden Fairview this week Due to the rising levels of COVID-19 in Ouachita County, masks will be required for students and staff at Camden Fairview School district this week.A Facebook post from Camden Fairview School district... January 3, 2022

Arkansas gas prices fall two cents (December 27, 2021) - Arkansas gas prices have fallen 2.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.88/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Gas prices in ... December 28, 2021

Schaffitzel talks Highland Industrial Park at Kiwanis In October 2021, John Schaffitzel assumed the role of Highland Industrial Park CEO and President, taking over the position from long time president Gene Hill. But this was hardly Schaffitzel's first t... December 22, 2021

Council tables budget resolution during tense meeting Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that City Treasurer Lauren Robertson and City Clerk Donna Stewart participated in the executive session.The Camden City Council m... December 22, 2021

99 years young Happy Birthday December 22, 2021

Steer clear of unsafe spirits this holiday season; drive sober or get pulled over One person died every 52 minutes as the result of drunk driving crashes on U.S. streets and highways during 2019. Even during the joyous Christmas season, the deadly statistics continue to mount. This... December 22, 2021

Three Harmony Grove students save woman before car becomes engulfed in flames By Bradly GillNews EditorOn Monday December 13 , Rena Thomas of Camden was involved in a single car accident on Highway 7. Her legs were severely injured and her car was smoking. Thomas was mere momen... December 22, 2021

Arkansas gas prices fall 1.7 cents, 97.2 cents higher than last year (December 20, 2021) - Arkansas gas prices have fallen 1.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.90/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Gas prices in ... December 21, 2021

My Ongoing Grudge with Santa By Dr. James L. Snyder I've had sort of a grudge with old Mr. Santa Claus. I was introduced to Santa Claus by my parents, who informed me that he was the one that brought all of my Christmas presents ... December 21, 2021

El Dorado police warn of laced counterfeit pills *PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT*** The Drug Task Force is warning of Fentanyl laced prescription medications being sold illegally in the area. A Facebook Post from the El Dorado Police Department states,... December 21, 2021

With Christmas in the balance, nations eye UK omicron surge LONDON -- Britain's main nurses' union warned Monday that exhaustion and surging coronavirus cases among medical staff are pushing them to the breaking point, adding to pressure on the government for ... December 21, 2021

Shop with a Cop Photo courtesy of Camden Police Department CPD officers stand with the participants of the 2021 Shop with a Cop program in which officers take area youth on a shopping trip to Wal-Mart. December 20, 2021

Gas prices falling, still higher than last year - Santa came early this year, delivering lower gas prices just in time for Christmas with the national average price of gasoline down 10 cents per gallon since Thanksgiving, according to GasBuddy, the... December 20, 2021

Baltimore police officer on life support after shooting Eds: UPDATES: This version of the story is updated with comments from the senate president and a neighbor. BALTIMORE (AP) -- A Baltimore police officer is in critical condition after being ambushed an... December 17, 2021

Lockheed Martin donates to Wreaths Across America Today, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) is proud to announce that the Lockheed Martin Corporation has made a $210,000 donation to help ensure the mission to Remember the fallen, Honor t... December 17, 2021

Council tables budget resolution during tense meeting The Camden City Council met Tuesday evening and passed several resolutions related to property and city equipment; however, Aldermen tabled a proposed budget for 2022.Aldermen James Bell, Willie McCoy... December 16, 2021

Flu still 'low' in Arkansas according to health department During flu season, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) produces a Weekly Influenza Report for clinicians. The report provides information on flu activity in the state. The report also compares inf... December 16, 2021

City Alderman accuses county jailer of unjustly tasing disabled son By Bradly GillNews EditorThe family of a Camden man who was tased while in custody of the Ouachita County Detention Center says they are seeking answers.Jean Burton, 37, of Camden was charged with thi... December 15, 2021

District 98 State Representative David Fielding announces for re-election State Representative David Fielding has announced for re-election to the Arkansas House of Representatives, District 98 which includes parts of Columbia, Ouachita, Nevada and Lafayette Counties. Distr... December 15, 2021

I Love My Imperfections By Dr. James L. Snyder Unlike most people, I love my imperfections; those imperfections of mine do not cause me much trouble. I know most people like to focus on their perfections so that they can imp... December 15, 2021

Chamber of Commerce announces Christmas parade winners Special to the Camden News The Camden Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of the Camden Christmas Parade contests on Friday. B&M Painting took the top prize, Best Overall, for their "Knock ... December 14, 2021

Watercolor workshop with renowned artist planned at SAAC Painting workshop entitled "Watercolor Painting and Design." A Richard Stephens workshop provides artists with three primary amenities: informative technical information sprinkled with humor and antid... December 14, 2021

Year in Review: City to honor 'Buckshot' with birthday parade The Following story appeared in the May 12 By Bradley Gill News Editor This Saturday, May 15 at 5 p.m. downtown Camden will play host to a very special parade honoring Camden Police Department Lieuten... December 14, 2021

Arkansas gas prices 13.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago December 13, 2021) - Arkansas gas prices have fallen 2.8 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.92/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,826 stations in Arkansas. Gas prices in A... December 14, 2021

Masks optional but recommended at Camden Fairview School Distric this week According to a Facebook post from Camden Fairview School District "Arkansas Center for Health Improvement data shows residents of Camden Fairview School District with 16 new known infections for the p... December 13, 2021

COP Officer and Employee of the Year Photo Courtesy of Camden Police Department Congratulations to LT. Cortney Parker and Domestic Violence Advocate Angela Stinnett on being awarded Camden Police Departments Officer of the Year and Emplo... December 13, 2021

Dozens of camels barred from Saudi beauty contest over Botox DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- Saudi authorities have conducted their biggest-ever crackdown on camel beauty contestants that received Botox injections and other artificial touch-ups, the state-r... December 10, 2021

Corps of Engineers continues to monitor Thatcher Lock and Dam VICKSBURG, Miss. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District continues to monitor river levels near Thatcher Lock and Dam (L&D) following the successful installation of a p... December 10, 2021

SAU Tech announces homecoming court Southern Arkansas University Tech has announced the Rocket Spring 2022 Homecoming Court, comprised of four sophomores and four freshmen students. The students were elected by the SAU Tech student body... December 9, 2021

Ouachita County Detention Center inmante charged with making threatening phone calls A federal inmate at Ouachita County Detention Center is being charged with terroristic threatening after he allegedly made threatening phone calls to his ex-girlfriend from the jail. Steven Turnage, o... December 8, 2021

Year in Review:Camden woman completes 100 miles for charity The following article appeared in the February 3, 2021 edition of the Camden News By Bradly Gill News Editor Anna Warriner pledged to walk or run 100 miles in the month of January in order to help Th... December 7, 2021

Arkansas gas prices fall 5.7 cents Special to the Camden News (December 6, 2021) - Arkansas gas prices have fallen 5.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.94/g today, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 1,826 stations i... December 7, 2021

Mayor: City water system safe with installation of system at Thatcher By Bradly Gill News Editor The Thatcher lock and dam is one step closer to being repaired following the installation of a "Poiree needle system," a mechanism to stop the flow of water at the lock and... December 7, 2021

Stories by Bradly Gill

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