Republicans Announce Filing Fees

RISON - The Cleveland County Republican Committee announced the filing period for justice of the peace, constable and committee membership will begin at noon Monday, Nov. 3, and end at noon Wednesday, Nov. 12.The Republican Primary is scheduled on March 3, 2026, and the general election is Nov.

Local Republican Party Invites Questions For January Forum

RISON - The Cleveland County Republican Committee will host a forum for Republican candidates in contested races for local offices. The forum is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at Bethel #1 Missionary Baptist Church, 2230 Hwy. 35 North near Rison.

Democrats Set Filing Dates, Fees

RISON - The Democrat Party of Cleveland County will have their candidate filing period Nov. 3-12 for all candidates filing and those that are interested in becoming a member of Democratic County Committee in Cleveland County.On Nov. 3 - Nov 12, 2025 the filing will start at noon on Nov.

Woodlawn Gives Report to Public

WOODLAWN - The Woodlawn School District presented its annual Report to the Public before its regular monthly school board meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Hancock, Woodlawn High School Principal T.J. Hill and Woodlawn Elementary Principal Zach Meyer each gave presentations.

King Takes Millage Questions at Kingsland

KINGLSAND - Supporters and opponents both voiced their opinions during the Cleveland County School District's final community meeting on the proposed 6-mill tax increase Monday night at the Kingsland School auditorium.

Col. Wayne Ruthven Speaks At Vets. Appreciation Dinner

RISON - The Cleveland County Veterans Association hosted Col. (Ret.) Wayne Ruthven, Deputy Secretary/Chief of Staff from the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs Saturday for a special Veterans Appreciation Dinner.Col.

Halloween Events Planned For Rison, New Edinburg, Kingsland This Week

RISON - Halloween-themed events will take place this week across the county with opportunities for tricks, treats and scares.Rison Shine Community Development, Inc. and the Green House Cottages of Southern Hills will kick things off Thursday, Oct.

Standard Time Will Begin at 2 a.m. Sunday

RISON - Be sure to "fall back" one hour before bed Saturday night as the time changes to Standard Time at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2. Daylight Saving Time will resume at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8, 2026.

New Homestead Tax Credit Will Deduct $100 This Year

RISON - With the Cleveland County School District proposing a 6-mill tax increase, options for property owners to save on their tax bill have been discussed during the district's community meetings, including the one held Monday night at Kingsland.

Kingsland Annexes Dollar General Store

KINGSLAND - The Kingsland City Council unanimously approved an ordinance during its regular monthly meeting last Thursday to annex the Dollar General store into the city limits, eventually making all taxable purchases there eligible for the city's 1 percent sales tax.