News Briefs

Pictured left to right are EHC members, Karen Bell Fox, Loletia Terrry, Cleveland County FCS Extension Agent Austin Compton, Barbara Cox, Jackie Cox, Treill Meeks and Jenny Wright.

New EHC Sign at Intersection

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

RISON - The Cleveland County Extension Homemakers Council installed a new sign last week at the intersection of Hwy 75 and Magnolia Street near the “Welcome to Rison” sign. For more information the EHC program, contact the Extension Office at (870) 325-6321.

Youth Alive Night Held at Rison School

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

RISON - Arkansas Youth Alive and the Fellowship of Christian Students hosted a Youth Night last week at Rison High School. According to Principal Tish Walker, “The message was ‘Don't give up! You are worth it!

Cleveland County Clean Up

Cleveland County Clean Up Day Set for May 2

News Staff

Monday, March 16, 2026

The annual Cleveland County Clean Up will be held Saturday, May 2 across the county from 9 a.m. to Noon, sponsored by the Cleveland County Master Gardeners and County Cultivators in partnership with Keep Arkansas Beautiful.Three locations will be set up as meeting points.

School Lunches for March 16-20, 2026

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Turkey hot dog. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Curly fries, seasoned peas and carrots. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Chicken and cheese crispito, salsa. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries. Sides: Seasoned black beans, elotes style corn with chili.

Bottom row, left to right: Jeremiah Walls, Kodi Hickerson, Kyrell Newsom, Dalton Phillips, Lilah Tidwell, Rhynlee Carnes. Top row, left to right: Constance Slaughter, Dillon Reed, Lucy Leopard, Forrest Oliver, Lannie Rhodes, Daniel Thang, Logan Prescott, Brielle Caldwell.

Rison Elementary Artists of the Month: February

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

First Baptist Church Inviting Brothers Fellowship March 29

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

RISON - First Baptist Church will host a Sister to Sister Fellowship, “Inviting Brothers," Sunday, March 29 at 2:30 p.m.The church is located at 302 Mockingbird in Rison. Pastor is Terry W. Reams, Sr. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

4-H🍀 Garden Revived at Woodlawn School 🌱

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

WOODLAWN - The Woodlawn 6th Grade 4-H In-School Garden Revival was a success. “Thank you Master Gardeners and County Cultivators for sending us supplies to help,” said Cleveland County Extension Agent Austin Compton.

Woodlawn Superintendent Dr. Kevin Hancock (left) presented outgoing Woodlawn School Board President Shane Dixon with a plaque recognizing his 10 years of service on the school.

Dixon Recognized for Service

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Woodlawn Superintendent Dr. Kevin Hancock (left) presented outgoing Woodlawn School Board President Shane Dixon with a plaque recognizing his 10 years of service on the school. Monday night’s school board meeting was his last as he decided not to seek re-election.

New Edinburg All School Reunion April 18

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

NEW EDINBURG - Re-New-ing Edinburg will once again sponsor the New Edinburg All School Reunion April 18. This reunion has been held continuously since the mid 80’s and will once again be held at the New Edinburg Community Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Estate Planning Workshop Set For April 16 at Rison

News Staff

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

RISON - The Cleveland County Extension Homemakers Council will be hosting an educational workshop on Estate Planning featuring attorney Elaine Kneebone on Thursday, April 16, at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 17 Fairgrounds Drive in Rison. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.