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WISCAVER IS SWORN - New Kingsland Mayor Karen Wiscaver (left) is sworn into office by Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings (right) after she was selected by the Kingsland City Council to replace former Mayor Sharon Crosby, who resigned on Dec. 31. Wiscaver will complete Crosby’s term, which expires Dec. 31, 2026.

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Wiscaver Selected To Replace Crosby as Mayor of Kingsland

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

KINGSLAND - Former Kingsland City Council member Karen Wiscaver was selected by her peers last Thursday to replace Sharon Crosby as the new mayor of Kingsland. Crosby officially resigned the position on Dec. 31.

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President Biden Signs Legislation Renaming Post Office After Cash

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - It literally took an act of Congress but the post office at Kingsland will now be officially known as the Kingsland “Johnny Cash” Post Office after former president Joe Biden signed the legislation to rename it on Jan. 4.

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Rowell Cemetery Provides Annual Report

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

ROWELL - The Rowell Cemetery on Hwy 63 is accepting donations for 2025. Anyone with loved ones in the Rowell Cemetery are encouraged to send a donation to help with the expenses of upkeep for the cemetery. Donations are very helpful and appreciated.

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Food Pantry Feb. 15 at Macedonia MBC

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, located at 7370 Hwy. 35 South, will open its Food Pantry Saturday, Feb. 15 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The church holds its food pantry the third Saturday of each month.

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USDA Commodities To Be Distributed Feb. 8 at Kingsland

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

KINGSLAND - The Open Door Community Pantry located at 650 Hwy. 97 in Kingsland will be handing out USDA commodities from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 8.Open Door Pantry usually distributes commodities on the second Saturday of each month.

Rep. Mike Holcomb

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Rep. Holcomb Named Transportation Chair

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas House Speaker Brian S. Evans has announced the appointment of Rep. Mike Holcomb (District 93) as chair of the House Public Transportation Committee. This marks Rep.

Charles Cantwell Turns 100

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Charles Cantwell Turns 100

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - Charles Cantwell of Rison had his 100th birthday on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. ---I want to thank my loving wife, Brenda Rogers Cantwell, for 33 happy years.

FBT Kickstarts Pioneer Village Project

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FBT Kickstarts Pioneer Village Project

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - FBT Bank Vice President Penny Pitchford is pictured with Pioneer Village President Marty Bowlin, making a $5,000 contribution to the historic Rison property. According to Bowlin, the funds will kickstart a restoration project for the Village’s jail structure.

Cayla Johnson

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Johnson Named 3A All State Cheerleader

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - Cayla Johnson received post-season honors announced by the Arkansas Activities Association in cheerleading. She has been named as 3A All State in Cheerleading.

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Cattleman’s Association Meeting Feb. 27

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Wednesday, January 29, 2025

RISON - The Cleveland County Cattleman’s Association will meet Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Meeting Room. Speakers will be Dr. Bronc Finch, Soils Extension Specialist with a topic on the importance of soil Ph and correction strategies.