News Briefs

Rison in the Fall Volunteer Dinner Sept. 30

Rison in the Fall Volunteer Dinner Sept. 30

Rison in the Fall Volunteer Dinner Planned for Monday

News Staff
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
RISON - Rison Shine is seeking volunteers to help with the Rison in the Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 12.A volunteer interest meeting and dinner has been set for Monday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. the Fairgrounds Meeting Room in Rison.
Haunted Village Meeting Thursday

Haunted Village Meeting Thursday

Haunted Village Production Crew Meeting Thursday

News Staff
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
RISON - Rison Shine Community Development and the Pioneer Village announced that Stephanie Adams will direct the upcoming Haunted Village, set for this October on select nights.The event is a joint fundraiser for the two community development organizations.

Food Pantry Sept 21 at Macedonia MBC

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
RISON - Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, located on Hwy. 35 South, will open its Food Pantry Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.The church holds its food pantry the third Saturday of each month.

Friends, Family Day Sun. at St. James

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
RISON - St. James A.M.E. Church will host Family and Friends Day, Sunday, Sept. 22, at 2 p.m., Pastor Kurbe L. Newsom has announced.Guest Speaker will be Rev. Terry Reams, of First Baptist Church in Rison. The theme is 'Together We Rise: Strengthening Bonds, Sharing Blessings.

Veterans Assoc. Accepting Names For New Plaque

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
RISON - The Cleveland County Veterans Association has announced that it is opening a new submission period for collecting names of veterans for a new plaque that will be placed at Veterans Park in Rison.

Rison Class of '78 To Meet Sept. 21

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
RISON - The Rison High School Class of 1978 will meet at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Y Community Center on Hwy. 35 North at Staves. A potluck meal will be served at 6:30 p.m.All class members and teachers are invited to attend.

Kingsland Volunteer Firefighters To Be Honored Thursday

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
KINGSLAND - Kingsland Volunteer Firefighters will be recognized Thursday, Sept. 19 following the Kingsland City Council meeting in honor of Volunteer Firefighter Recognition Day.The City declared the day as Sept. 19 during the August meeting.
Food Truck Friday - September 20

Food Truck Friday - September 20

Food Truck Friday Sept. 20 at Pioneer Village

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
RISON - September's Food Truck Friday event will be held Friday, Sept. 20 at the Pioneer Village from 4 to 8 p.m.Participating food trucks are: La Casa De Mi Abuelita Mawmaw's House with Mexican food including Birria Ramen, tacos, burritos and more.

Wylie Graduates from UCA

News Staff
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
CONWAY - The University of Central Arkansas held August commencement on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in the Farris Center on campus.Jordan Wylie of Rison graduated with a Doctor of Occupational Therapy.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE CONTEST ($175 PRIZE) - Devin Herron (center) an d his Senor Winkey's Team won first place in the People's Choice Contest. Also pictured are Penny Morris' Bar-B-Crew (left) in third place, and Travis McDaniels's Outcast BBQ (right) in second place.

PEOPLE'S CHOICE CONTEST ($175 PRIZE) - Devin Herron (center) an d his Senor Winkey's Team won first place in the People's Choice Contest. Also pictured are Penny Morris' Bar-B-Crew (left) in third place, and Travis McDaniels's Outcast BBQ (right) in second place.

Rison BBQ Cook Off Winners

News Staff
Wednesday, September 18, 2024