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Pictured are Loletia Terry, Dot Hart, Brenda Hendrix, Bobby Macon, Angela Yarnell, Barbara Cox, Kymberly Yarnell, Treill Meeks and Mary Vallance.

Pictured are Loletia Terry, Dot Hart, Brenda Hendrix, Bobby Macon, Angela Yarnell, Barbara Cox, Kymberly Yarnell, Treill Meeks and Mary Vallance.

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Why Knots EHC Club Quilt of Valor Presentation

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
QUILT OF VALOR PRESENTATION - The Quilt of Valor Foundation, Never Forgotten in Arkansas, recognized Bobby Macon, US Army E5, by presenting him with a handmade quilt donated by the Why Knots EHC Project Club. This gift honors his service to our nation.

School Lunches for May 4-8

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Chicken pot pie, fresh baked whole grain biscuit. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Mashed potatoes, fresh grape tomatoes. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Chicken taco. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries. Sides: Refried beans, Mexicali corn.

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Compton, Walz Will Speak To County GOP on May 12

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
RISON - The Republican Party of Cleveland County has announced the speakers for its next  monthly meetings that take place a noon the second Tuesday of each month in the Hall-Morgan Veterans Building, 404 Sycamore Street in Rison:•    May 12: Austin Compton, family and consumer science agent for...
Maisyn Berg (K), Kenzee Hunter (9) and Effie Scharf (4) all won first place for their grade levels.

Maisyn Berg (K), Kenzee Hunter (9) and Effie Scharf (4) all won first place for their grade levels.

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Woodlawn Students Featured in Art Exhibition

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
The annual Southeast Regional Art Educators Exhibition and Competition was held recently at the University of Arkansas at Monticello campus. Over 100 entries competed with Woodlawn students placing in eight of 13 entries.
2026 Precipitation Totals for Cleveland County

2026 Precipitation Totals for Cleveland County

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Burn Ban Stays In Place As Drought Persists

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - While the county did receive some rainfall Saturday, County Judge Don Triplett said the burn ban he placed for Cleveland County on March 23 remains in place as drought conditions persist.
THE FIRST FIRST RESPONDER - Communications Coordinator for the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department Erica Best is one of the first voices someone will hear in the moment of a crisis. Best shares her experiences over nearly 30 years as a dispatcher in the latest episode of the Free Range Conversations podcast, streaming now.

THE FIRST FIRST RESPONDER - Communications Coordinator for the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department Erica Best is one of the first voices someone will hear in the moment of a crisis. Best shares her experiences over nearly 30 years as a dispatcher in the latest episode of the Free Range Conversations podcast, streaming now.

Voice in the Chaos: 911 Dispatchers Recognized as First Responders

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - In a move that mirrors a growing national effort, the Cleveland County Quorum Court recently passed a resolution officially declaring 911 dispatchers as first responders.
RISON’S WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UP AND RUNNING

RISON’S WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UP AND RUNNING

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Freyer Stepping Down As Rison’s Utilities Director Effective April 30

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - The Rison City Council formally accepted the resignation of Utilities Director Joe Freyer during a special called meeting Tuesday night at Rison City Hall. Freyer’s resignation becomes official next Thursday, April 30.

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Get Rhythm Music Festival Returns to Kingsland Sept. 26

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
KINGSLAND - Mark your calendars. The Get Rhythm Music Festival is coming back to First Street in downtown Kingsland Saturday, Sept. 26, and this year the lineup is packed from sunup to sundown. Hosted by Kickstart Kingsland, the free festival runs all day. Gates open at 9 a.m.