News Briefs

Local Students Named To ASU Honors Lists

JONESBORO – Students on the Chancellor’s and Dean’s Lists for the fall 2024 semester at Arkansas State University have been announced. The lists recognize undergraduate students who achieved the highest grade-point averages while completing a minimum of 12 credit hours of study.

Retired Teachers Meeting March 4 at Sheridan

SHERIDAN - The Cleveland/ Dallas County Retired Teachers Association will meet Tuesday, March 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Sheridan Methodist Church.All retired certified and classified school personnel are invited and encouraged to attend.

Presidents Day Holiday is Monday

RISON - The Cleveland County Courthouse as well as state and federal government offices and the U.S. Post Office will be closed this Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of he Presidents Day holiday.

‘25-26 Kindergarten Registration Thurs. at Rison Elementary

RISON - Kindergarten registration at Rison Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year will be held Thursday, Feb. 6 in the Elementary Auditorium from 3 to 7 p.m. Even if your child is enrolled in Cleveland County Headstart, you still need to register your child at the elementary.

Marquis Rauls Benefit Hunt, Chili Lunch Saturday

RISON - The Marquis Rauls Benefit Hunt will conclude this Saturday, Feb. 8 with a $10 Chili Lunch at 11 a.m. at the Y Community Center.Anyone is welcome to attend the lunch, even if you're not participating in the hunts. A silent auction and raffle will be held at the lunch.
HAPPY 80TH - Sandra Wright turned 80 last week. She was honored with a celebration at the Cleveland County Rural Water office. Wright was a teacher in Rison for 29 years and continues to be an asset to the community. Submitted by Marty Bowlin.

HAPPY 80TH - Sandra Wright turned 80 last week. She was honored with a celebration at the Cleveland County Rural Water office. Wright was a teacher in Rison for 29 years and continues to be an asset to the community. Submitted by Marty Bowlin.

Martial Arts Classes Begin Feb. 13 in Rison

RISON - Grandmaster Han's Martial Arts classes will be hosted Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Rison Church of Christ, beginning Feb. 13.For more info or to sign up, call or text Jeremy Fox at (501) 472-4859.

Local Students on UCA Fall Dean’s List

CONWAY - The University of Central Arkansas congratulates more than 1,500 students who were named to the fall 2024 Dean's List. Eligibility on the Dean's List requires at least a 3.5 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.