Bank Teller Faces Charges After Audit Finds Missing Funds

RISON - A former bank teller at the FBT Bank branch in Rison is facing felony theft charges after admitting she took what an internal audit revealed to be $45,000 in cash from the bank between May and August 2025.Jessica Lee Aud, 37, of Rison, was formally arraigned on Jan.

Political Forum Postponed to Feb. 5

The Cleveland County Republican Party has announced that its forum featuring the candidates for county judge and sheriff has been postponed to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, in the Family Life Center at Bethel #1 Missionary Baptist Church, 2230 Hwy. 35 North at Rison.

Winter Storm and Extreme Cold Warnings Issued for Cleveland County

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Cleveland County in effect from noon Friday, Jan. 23, until 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25.  A Winter Storm Warning indicates that heavy snow of at least 6 inches in 12 hours, or at least 8 inches in 24 hours, is expected.

Extension Experts Offer Food Safety Guidelines for Winter Storms, Power Outages

LITTLE ROCK — Though many Arkansans have already emptied their grocery stores of milk, bread and eggs in preparation for this weekend’s expected winter storm, extension experts say it’s wise to stock up on nutrient-dense, non-perishable foods instead and to practice food safety guidelines if power...

County Republicans Announce Monthly Meeting Speakers

RISON - The Republican Party of Cleveland County has announced the speakers for its next three monthly meetings that take place a noon Tuesdays in the Hall-Morgan Veterans Building, 404 Sycamore Street in Rison:•    February 10: Christian Olson – Candidate, AR Land Commissioner; Jim Houston –...

Four from County UCA Presidential Scholars

CONWAY - The University of Central Arkansas congratulates more than 1,200 students who were named as Presidential Scholars.From Rison are: Brentlee Wilkins, Isabelle Vinson, Michael Rice and Benjamin Sowrheaver.Students must achieve a 4.

Why Knots Club Presents Quilts to Sheriff

RISON - The 'Why Knots' Extension Homemakers Club presented six comfort quilts to Sheriff Jack Rodgers of the Cleveland County Sheriff's Department, Monday January 19.

School Lunches for Jan. 26-30

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Golden crispy chicken strips, macaroni and cheese. Classics: Cheeseburger, fiies. Sides: Seasoned broccoli, grape tomatoes. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Beef macho nachos. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries.

Potter Named to UCA Dean's List

CONWAY - Audrey Potter of Rison, was named to the fall 2025 Dean's List at the University of Central Arkansas.Potter was among more than 1,600 students named to the fall 2025 Dean's List.Eligibility on the Dean's List requires at least a 3.5 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.

Our Blood Institute Issues Urgent Call for Type O Donors

Our Blood Institute is in critical need of type O blood donors, with supplies of both O-positive and Onegative blood at low levels following the holidays. With patients living in the balance every day, O donors are needed now to support hospitals and emergency responders.