Three From County Earn UCA Degrees

CONWAY - Three students from Cleveland County were among those who received their degrees from the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) during recent commencement ceremonies at the Farris Center on campus.

Arkansas Cotton, Soybean Planting Pushes Toward Finish

JONESBORO — Soggy weather is slowing cotton growers in Arkansas as the planting window closes, but strong prices may push farmers to finish the job, extension specialists said.

Extension Offering ‘Grow Your Groceries’ Webinar

LITTLE ROCK — The Cooperative Extension Service’s Grow Your Own Groceries Series has three new online sessions for summer — each focused on how to grow and prepare a healthy, nutritious food.Each hour-long presentation begins at noon.

Webinar to Examine Timber Trespass Laws

By Ramie Parsons, UA Division of AgricultureFAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The National Agricultural Law Center will host an upcoming webinar, “Timber Trespass Statutes,” from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 17.

Melody Spears Receives June 2026 Yard of the Month Honor

NEW EDINBURG - Master Gardeners of Cleveland County and County Cultivators have selected the yard of Melody Spears in New Edinburgh as Yard of the Month for June.  The club was pleased to have been given a tour of the yard by Mrs. Spears, and enjoyed seeing all the beautiful plants and flowers.

Historical Society Selling Local History Books

Looking for your Cleveland County ancestors? The Cleveland County Historical Society is celebrating America 250 by discounting Volumes I and II of the Cleveland County Arkansas: Our History and Heritage, as a set for $62.50.

Kickstart Kingsland to Host Bingo Night Saturday

Kickstart Kingsland will host a Bingo Night to benefit the Get Rhythm Music Festival Saturday, May 30 beginning at 4 p.m. at Kingsland City Hall, 210 S. Larch Street.The game night offers fun for everyone, music, food and drinks. All ages are welcome to play and win prizes.

Green House Cottages Taking Donations for Fireworks Show

The Green House Cottages of Southern Hills nursing home at Rison is accepting donations to help put on a Fourth of July fireworks show for residents and the community as America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.

Photo: Woodlawn School Honors Retirees

WOODLAWN RETIREES - The Woodlawn School District held a special luncheon last Wednesday honoring seven employees who are retiring at the end of this school year: (left to right) high school secretary Teresa Huddleston; high school counselor Karen Talent; district treasurer LaDonna Morrison;...

Food Truck Friday, Market Set for June 5 in Rison

RISON - The Pioneer Village in Rison is gearing up for a busy summer as the Rison Shine Community Development group kicks off the third season of Food Truck Friday and the Farmers Market.The bi-weekly event officially returns on Friday, June 5, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.