Ham Radio Club Announces Local Events for January

The Cleveland County Hamsters will be getting together for an informal lunch at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan 8, at Triple Cross BBQ and More in Rison.The lunch is open to anyone interested in learning more about amateur radio.

School Lunches for Jan. 12-16

Rison ElementaryMonday - Chicken nuggets, beef gravy. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Garlic mashed potatoes, savory green beans. Fresh whole fruit Tuesday - Beef nachos, salsa. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries. Sides: Seasoned refried beans, spring salad. Fresh whole fruit.

County Democrats To Meet Saturday

The Democrat Party of Cleveland County Committee will meet at noon Saturday, Jan. 10, in the Hall-Morgan Veterans Building, 404 Sycamore Street in Rison. Anyone interested in supporting the Democrats is encouraged to attend.

USDA Commodities To Be Distributed Jan. 10 at Kingsland

KINGSLAND - The Open Door Community Pantry located at 650 Hwy. 97 in Kingsland will be handing out USDA commodities from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10. Open Door Pantry usually distributes commodities on the second Saturday of each month.

Rison's Stuckey Named Class 3A All-State Cheer

RISON - Mallory Stuckey, a senior at Rison High School and RHS Cheer Captain, has been named an Arkansas 3A All-State Cheerleader. She is a two-time NCA All-American Cheerleader and has cheered for the wildcats for six years.

Conservation District Offers Scholarship For Local Students

RISON - The Cleveland County Conservation District is offering a $1,000 scholarship for a local high school student. In addition to the district scholarship, the winner will also be eligible to compete at both the regional and state level.

Brush Fire at Kingsland

KINGSLAND - The Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department responded to this brush fire that got out of control Sunday afternoon near the corner of First and Oak Streets in Kingsland. Mayor Karen Wiscaver said the fire department managed to keep it from spreading.

Threlkelds Celebrate 64 Years of Marriage

William and Della Threlked of Rison celebrated 64 years of marriage this December.The couple married Dec. 21, 1961 in Pine Bluff while Williams was home from service.After 22 years in military service that took them to Puerto Rico, Key West, Fla.

School Lunches for Jan. 5-9

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Beef patty, gravy, fresh baked whole grain biscuit. Classics: Cheeseburger, crinkle hies. Sides: Mashed potatoes, grape tomatoes. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Chicken taco. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, crinkle fries. Sides: Refried beans, Mexicali corn.

Wright Scholarship Announces Winner of Gun Raffle

Chris Moffatt was the winner of the Justin Dakota Wrioght Annual Gun Raffle, organizer Jenny Wright has announced.“Welcome to the scholarship Chris,” said Wright. “We appreciate everyone who participated with engaging people to get involved with this annual fundraiser event.