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Rison Pole Plant Receives 2023 SHIELD Award

Rison Pole Plant Receives 2023 SHIELD Award

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Rison Pole Plant Receives 2023 SHIELD Award

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
RISON - Stella-Jones Corporation's Rison plant was the recipient of the 2023 Division Shield Award. The plant hosted a luncheon Tuesday to commemorate the honor with its corporate team members across the nation. The Shield award recognizes Safety Health Improved Environment Leading our Decisions.

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Pioneer Village Meeting Thursday

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
RISON - The Pioneer Village will hold two meetings this month leading up to the Pioneer Crafts Festival, President Marty Bowlin has announced.The Village volunteers will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at the Pioneer Village.Anyone interested in assisting with the festival is invited to attend.
Lola Warren, an 8th grader at Rison Middle School, was named April student of the month for grades 7-9. She is the daughter of Lulu and Justin Perkins, and the granddaughter of Joy and Bill Robinson, and John and Gina Perkins. SHe has two brothers, Dax and Layne. Her activities and honors include drawing, writing, reading and painting.

Lola Warren, an 8th grader at Rison Middle School, was named April student of the month for grades 7-9. She is the daughter of Lulu and Justin Perkins, and the granddaughter of Joy and Bill Robinson, and John and Gina Perkins. SHe has two brothers, Dax and Layne. Her activities and honors include drawing, writing, reading and painting.

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Rison Students of the Month

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

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School Lunches for April 22-26

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Menu for April 22-26Rison ElementaryMonday - chicken spaghetti or Bosco sticks with marinara. Tuesday - ham sandwich with doritos or hamburger.Wednesday - breaded chicken drumstick or chicken sandwich.Thursday - Chicken nuggets or Hot dog.Friday - Pizza, pizza and sidekicks (+nachos for 4-6 grade).
New Edinburg Hosts Miss Spring Queen Pageant

New Edinburg Hosts Miss Spring Queen Pageant

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New Edinburg Hosts Miss Spring Queen Pageant

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
NEW EDINBURG - The 2024 Miss Spring Queen Pageant was held Sunday, April 7 at the New Edinburg Community Center. Gracen White, 2024 Miss Boomtown's Teen hosted the pageant.

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Westerman’s Mobile Office To Visit Rison, Kingsland

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
WASHINGTON - Fourth District Congressman Bmce Westerman will have his mobile office available for constituents in Cleveland County at two locations on Thursday, April 25. The mobile office will be located at the Cleveland County Courthouse in Rison 10 a.m.
Taylor Morris Rosie Wendel

Taylor Morris Rosie Wendel

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Rison Elementary Students Compete at Regional Contest

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
RISON - Rison Elementary students recently had artists place in the 2024 Southeast Arkansas Regional Art Competition. Elizabeth Reed, art educator at Rison, selected 10 pieces of art to submit, and four placed in categories.Taylor Morris, sixth grade, placed second with Op Art.

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Local Cemetery Meetings and Donations for Upkeep

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Moore’s Church Cemetery Seeking Donations for UpkeepRISON - Moore’s Church Cemetery is seeking donations for upkeep.Payments can be sent to Melissa Koonce, 4050 Moore’s Church Road, Rison AR 71665.

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Upcoming Food Pantries

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Rison Methodist Food Pantry April 27RISON - Rison United Methodist Church will be hosting a food pantry from 9 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 27.The food pantry is typically held the fourth Saturday of each month.

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Pioneer Crafts Festival This Weekend at Village

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
RISON - The Pioneer Crafts Festival returns to the Pioneer Village this weekend after a 15-year hiatus.The event will kick off Friday, April 19 at 5 p.m. with a “Beans and Greens” supper including live music from The Johnson Family, a bluegrass family band from Mayflower.