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2026 Precipitation Totals for Cleveland County

2026 Precipitation Totals for Cleveland County

Burn Ban Stays In Place As Drought Persists

News Staff
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

News Staff
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.

Get Rhythm Music Festival Returns to Kingsland Sept. 26

News Staff
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.

Rison’s Castillo To Receive Seal Of Bilteracy Award

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - Rison High School’s Marcela Castillo is one of 1,448 Arkansas students from the high schools to earn the Arkansas Seal of Biliteracy for demonstrating proficiency in English and one or more other languages by high school graduation.

School Lunches: April 27-May 1

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 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.
Pictured left to right are: Treill Meeks, Barbara Cox, Brenda Hendrix, Theresa Orso and Loletia Terry.

Pictured left to right are: Treill Meeks, Barbara Cox, Brenda Hendrix, Theresa Orso and Loletia Terry.

EHC Clubs Donate to Quilt of Valor Organization

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - Cleveland County Extension Homemaker Club and residents donated 21 quilt tops to the Saline County Quilt of Valor organization. These handmade quilts will be awarded to Veterans or service members affected by war, providing comfort, healing, and a sense of gratitude.

Century Farm Program Now Taking Applications

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
LITTLE ROCK, AR — The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for the Arkansas Century Farm Program. This program honors Arkansas families who have owned and farmed the same land for at least 100 years, recognizing their contributions to the state’s agricultural heritage.

Interest Meeting Set April 25 for American Legion

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
RISON - The Cleveland County Veterans Affairs Office at the Hall-Morgan Post at 404 Sycamore St in Rison, will hold a meeting Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m. for anyone interested in joining and restarting an American Legion Post in the county.This is open to all Honorably discharged Veterans.