News Briefs

Cayce's Food Giveaway Nov. 22 at Thornton

THORNTON - Cayce's Charities will have a free food give away for Thanksgiving Nov. 22, 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Cayce Food Bank, 403 South Second Street, Thornton.Everyone in need of food please come. Sponsored by Daniel, Candice, Joannie, and Andi Cayce. We love all of you.
FIVE POINT - Locklan Smith, age 7, killed this five-point buck hunting with his Papa Jimmie Lockhart in Toledo .

FIVE POINT - Locklan Smith, age 7, killed this five-point buck hunting with his Papa Jimmie Lockhart in Toledo .

Youth Hunt Photos

Early Voting Begins For Millage Election

RISON - Early voting for the Cleveland County School District's proposed 6-mill tax increase to support construction of a new gym will begin next Wednesday, Nov. 12, at the Hall-Morgan Veterans Building, 404 Sycamore Street in Rison.Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

School Lunches for Nov. 3-7

Rison Elementary Monday - Create: Chicken nuggets, beef gravy. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Garlic mashed potatoes, savory green beans. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Beef nachos, salsa. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, crinkle fries. Sides: Seasoned refried beans, spring salad mix.

Transfer Station New Hours Begin Nov. 10

RISON - Updated hours have been announced at the Cleveland County Solid Waste Transfer Station on Hwy. 79 at Rison.Beginning, Nov. 10, the Transfer Station is open Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and on the first and third Saturdays of the month 7:30 a.m -12 p.m.

Republicans Announce Filing Fees

RISON - The Cleveland County Republican Committee announced the filing period for justice of the peace, constable and committee membership will begin at noon Monday, Nov. 3, and end at noon Wednesday, Nov. 12.The Republican Primary is scheduled on March 3, 2026, and the general election is Nov.

Democrats Set Filing Dates, Fees

RISON - The Democrat Party of Cleveland County will have their candidate filing period Nov. 3-12 for all candidates filing and those that are interested in becoming a member of Democratic County Committee in Cleveland County.On Nov. 3 - Nov 12, 2025 the filing will start at noon on Nov.

Standard Time Will Begin at 2 a.m. Sunday

RISON - Be sure to "fall back" one hour before bed Saturday night as the time changes to Standard Time at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2. Daylight Saving Time will resume at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Pictured with the group is the Pioneer Village’s own Shorty and Luther Drye.

Pictured with the group is the Pioneer Village’s own Shorty and Luther Drye.

Pioneer Village Gives Tour To Shepherd Center

RISON - The Pioneer Village gave a tour and luncheon for the members of the Shepherd Center of Monticello, a community event for the over 50 crowd. The members enjoyed walking the grounds and reminiscing about their childhoods. Lunch was provided afterwards.