Backwoods Poultry Show Seeing Entries From Iowa, Nebraska

RISON - The Backwoods Poultry Show set for this Saturday at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds in Rison is expected to have entries from seven states, according to organizer Frankie Harper of Rison.The show will feature a variety of chickens, ducks, geese and turkeys.

New Life MBC 29th Anniversary Service This Sunday

RISON - New Life Missionary Baptist Chuch, located at 101 Niven Road in Rison, will hold its 29th Church Anniversary Service, Sunday, March 3, Pastor Bobby J. Young has announced.

Local Students Earn Degrees from ASU

JONESBORO - Arkansas State University has announced the list of students who completed degree requirements to graduate at Fall Commencement, held Dec. 16 in First National Bank Arena. The list includes graduates from 45 states and territories and 18 other countries.

First MBC Cemetery Meeting March 23

RISON - First Missionary Baptist Church will hold a cemetery meeting Saturday, March 23 at 12 noon.The church is located at 302 Mockinbird Lane in Rison.All family members with loved ones buried in the cemetery are encouraged to attend.

Retired Teachers Meeting March 12

RISON - The Cleveland/Dallas County Retired Teachers Association will meet Tuesday, March 12 at 1:30 p.m. in the Farm Bureau meeting room, 502 South Main in Rison.

Wedding Shower March 9 for Tilley

RISON - There will be a wedding shower honoring Lindsey Tilley and C.J. Butler Saturday, March 9 at 1 p.m. at the home of Holley Wilson, 140 Crosby Hill.She is registered at Target, Amazon, and Rison Pharmacy. 

Entrepreneur Workshop March 27

RISON - The Cleveland County Extension Service will host an Entrepreneur Workshop, Thursday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. “Please join us as we discuss beginning step to become an entrepreneur and more,” said Extension Agent Danielle Watson. Guest Speaker Kimberly B.

USDA Commodities To Be Distributed March 9 at Kingsland

KINGSLAND - The Open Door Community Pantry located at 650 Hwy. 97 in Kingsland will be handing out USDA commodities from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9. Open Door Pantry usually distributes commodities on the second Saturday of each month. The pantry is an equal opportunity distributor.

4-H Community Meeting March 25

RISON - The Cleveland County Extension Office will hold a 4-H Community Club meeting Monday, March 25 at 6 p.m. at the Veteran's Building, 404 Sycamore Street in Rison.All youth between the ages of 5-19 are welcome to attend, along with parents and volunteers.

Cattleman’s Association Meeting Thursday

RISON - The Cleveland County Cattleman's Association will meet Thursday, Feb. 29 at 7 p.m. at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds.Guest speaker will be Jeff Monk. A meal is provided.For more information, contact Jason Boyd at (870) 489-8682.