Extension Agent John Gavin To Retire After 40+ Years

WARREN - Bradley County Extension Agent John Gavin has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2025.Gavin began his career with the Extension Service in Nevada County in 1985 where he stayed for 4 years before transferring to Union County.

UAM to offer PhD in Forest Resources

MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello will offer a Ph.D. in forest resources in the spring 2026 semester, following recent approval from the Higher Learning Commission.The University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees approved the program in October 2024.

Santa Heading To New Edinburg Dec. 19-20

NEW EDINBURG - The New Edinburg Community Center will host Santa Claus for two nights this December, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 19 and 20.Re-New-ing Edinburg will provide cookies and hot cocoa and a special gift for attendees.

Rison Under Boil Order After Water Main Break

The City of Rison is currently under a boil water after a 6-inch water main broke Sunday afternoon dropping water pressure below 20 psi. Joe Freyer, utilities manager for the City of Rison, said he received an alert via the automated alert system at 2:34 p.m.

Busy Bees To Hold Games, Christmas Events at Kingsland

KINGSLAND - The Busy Bee Crafters Extension Homemakers Club will host a game day from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at Kingsland City 9all. Snacks and laughter will be served!Also on Saturday, Dec.

New Edinburg Woman Dies in Accident at Rison

RISON - A New Ediburg woman died early Saturday morning in a one-vehicle accident along Amis Street in Rison, Arkansas State Police reported.

Food Pantry Dec. 20 at Macedonia MBC

RISON - Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, located at 7370 Hwy. 35 South, will open its Food Pantry Saturday, Dec. 20 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The church holds its food pantry the third Saturday of each month.

School Lunches for Dec. 8-12

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Turkey hot dog. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Curly fries, seasoned peas and carrots. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Chicken and cheese crispito, salsa. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, curly fries.

Rison Approves Pay Raises For Employees

RISON - The Rison City Council approved a $1,200 raise for all hourly city employees during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night.The council unanimously approved Mayor Charles Roberts' recommendation to approved the raises after meeting in executive session.

Cruisin' Cleveland County Bike Ride Gives Back To Community

The Cruisin' Cleveland County Bike Ride organizers made donations in the toal amount of $4,500 Wednesday, Nov. 19 to multiple local organizations and charities from profits from the June 2025 bike ride.