News

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Rison Mayor Seeking Pickleball Interest

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

RISON - Anyone interested in starting up pickleball games in Rison should contact Mayor Charles Roberts at City Hall, (870) 325-6381.Roberts said he is gauging the local interest before possibly pursuing a grant to install a court in Rison.

Photo by Meredith Wilkins

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Hargis Signs with UAM

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WOODLAWN - Woodlawn High School Senior Chloe Hargis has officially committed to joining the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) cheerleading squad. At a signing ceremony held March 26, Hargis solidified her dedication to the sport she loves, marking a milestone in her athletic journey.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Cemetery Updates

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Moseley Chapel Cemetery To MeetNEW EDINBURG - The Moseley Cemetery Association, Bradley 8 North at Warren, will hold its annual cemetery meeting at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14, in the Moseley Chapel.Wesley Chapel Cem.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Cummings Monitoring Sales Tax Revenue

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

RISON - County Judge Jimmy Cummings told the Cleveland County Quorum Court Monday night that the he and County Treasurer Angie Kimsey will investigate what seems to be a downward trend in sales tax revenue over the past few months.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Roberts Looking To Salvage Rison's Water, Sewer Grants

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

RISON - Mayor Charles Roberts told the Rison City Council Tuesday night that he is doing what he can to salvage more than $7 million in grant money after bids for water and wastewater projects came in much higher than the grant amounts.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Rison Shine Postpones BBQ Cook-Off, Pageant

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

RISON - Rison Shine Community Development, Inc., has announced the postponement of the Rison BBQ Cook-Off and Rison Shine Pageant, originally set for this Saturday.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Crosby To Remain Mayor To Avoid Cost of Election

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

KINGSLAND - Mayor Sharon Crosby has rescinded the letter of resignation she submitted during last Thursday's Kingsland City Council meeting after learning that the city would have to pay for a special election to replace her, something she said she believes the city cannot afford to do.

EASTER BUNNY VISITS COMMUNITY EGG HUNT AT RISON - Rison Shine C ommunity Development and the Pioneer Village co-hosted the Cleveland County Eggstravaganza Saturday at the historic village in Rison. The egg hunt featured around 2,000 eggs and more than 60 kids scouring the grounds looking for candy and prize-filled eggs. The event also included a pancake breakfast with the bunny that served as a fundraiser for the two groups.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Easter Bunny Visits Community Egg Hunt

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Sheriff Opposing Beer, Wine Permits At Kingsland Store

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

KINGSLAND - Sheriff Jack Rodgers was at both the Cleveland County Quorum Court and Kingsland City Council meetings over the past week asking each body to oppose a request by the Dollar General store at Kingsland to sell alcoholic beverages there.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Fairgrounds Hosting First Sunday Lunch

News Staff

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

RISON - The Cleveland County Fair Association will host its First Sunday Lunch fundraiser, this Sunday, April 7, at the County Fairgrounds.The lunch will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.This month's menu includes outback chicken, roasted potatoes, green beans, salads, bread, tea and dessert.