RISON - Registration is now open for the inaugural Crusin' Cleveland County Bike Ride set for Saturday, June 17.
The event is organized by the City of Rison, Cleveland County Officials, the Kickstart Cleveland County Community Development Initiative groups, and Darren Austin, a representative of Arkansas Parks and Tourism.
The ride will consist of three route options that begin and end at the Pioneer Village at Rison (200 Yaney Street). Routes are 21, 29 and 44 miles and will take riders across the county.
A separate fourth route being described as a smaller, fun ride within the city is being planned.
The registration fee is $50 and includes a t-shirt and other items. Maps and the registration form can be found online at https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/Rison/CruisinClevelandCountyBicycleRide Anyone without Internet access that would like to sign up can stop by the Cleveland County Herald office (215 Main Street) to complete registration.
More information, including rest stop locations and sponsors of the ride, will be announced soon.
Rison Mayor Charles Roberts has announced an interest meeting for anyone wishing to help with the ride has been set for 6 p.m. Monday, May 22, at Rison's City Hall.
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