Chastain Makes Top 15 in Miss Arkansas Teen

LITTLE ROCK - Kaylea Chastain pictured above with her Arkansas Diamonds Ada Gross and Joslyn Stevens, placed in the Top 15 of the Miss Arkansas Teen pageant last week. She is the daughter of Jimmy and Krystle Chastain, and is a sophomore at Southern Arkansas University.

Warrior Lodge at Jefferson Regional to Provide Hope, Comfort for Cancer Patients

PINE BLUFF - The Jones-Dunklin Cancer Center at Jefferson Regional serves patients from across South Arkansas, many of whom face the significant challenge of traveling long distances for multi-day treatments.

Bethel #1 Begins Bible School Sunday

RISON - Bethel #1 Missionary Baptist Church near Rison will be hosting its Vacation Bible School entitled “Good News on the Ranch” beginning this Sunday evening, June 22.The Bible School will be held from 5:15  to 7:45 p.m. each night from Sunday, June 22, through Thursday, June 26.

Dates Set for 2025 County Fair

RISON - The Cleveland County Fair Board has announced dates for the annual County Fair. This year's events will take place Sept. 16-20 at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds.More details, including entry periods and the fair tabloid will be announced soon.

New Edinburg Class Gathering June 28 at Bridge Creek

NEW EDINBURG - "It's that special time once again! As always excitement is in the air and thankful hearts are many," said Norma McCoy to announce the New Edinburg Class of 1957 Gathering.Saturday, June 28 beginning at 10 a.m. is the time and John L.

Rison Methodist Food Pantry June 28

RISON - Rison United Methodist Church will be hosting a food pantry from 9 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 28.The church, located at 800 Main Street, holds its food pantry the fourth Saturday of each month.

Food, Big Bins Giveaway June 14 at Thornton

THORNTON - Cayce's Charities will host a Free Food and Big Bins Giveaway Saturday, June 14 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Cayce's Food Bank by Cayce House.Cayce's is located at 403 South Second, Thornton, AR 71766 Lots of food, everyone welcome. Sponsored by Daniel, Candice and Joannie Cayce.

Sister to Sister Fellowship June 29 at First Baptist

RISON - First Baptist Church will hold a Sister to Sister Fellowship, "Inviting Brothers," Sunday, June 29 at 2:30 p.m., Pastor Terry Reams, Sr., has announced.Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

Food Pantry June 21 at Macedonia MBC

RISON - Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, located at 7370 Hwy. 35 South, will open its Food Pantry Saturday, June 21 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The church holds its food pantry the third Saturday of each month.

Letter to Editor: Global Summit Putting Focus On Kidney Health

Last month, nephrology doctors, research scientist and patients from all over the world gathered for the 2025 Kidney Patients’ Global Summit to raise awareness regarding kidney disease and to put treatments and solutions on a fast track.