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Among the chicken entries were these two Modern Birchens that have long legs and slender bodies. Another part of the show was the showmanship competition for younger competitors.

Among the chicken entries were these two Modern Birchens that have long legs and slender bodies. Another part of the show was the showmanship competition for younger competitors.

Fairgrounds Hosts Backwoods Poultry Show

News Staff
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
The Backwoods Poultry Show, organized by Frankie Harper of the Cleveland County Fair Board, was held this past Saturday at the fairgrounds in Rison. The show, which featured chickens, ducks and geese, drew contestants from across Arkansas as well as Iowa, Oklahoma and Missouri.
ARKANSAS LEARNS PLAN - This graphic released by Gov. Sarah Sanders’ office reveals some of the highlights of her Arkansas LEARNS plan that was signed into law last Wednesday, March 8

ARKANSAS LEARNS PLAN - This graphic released by Gov. Sarah Sanders’ office reveals some of the highlights of her Arkansas LEARNS plan that was signed into law last Wednesday, March 8

Local Districts Standing Pat on LEARNS

News Staff
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
RISON - Superintendents for both the Cleveland County and Woodlawn School Districts said they will be taking a waitand-see approach as how to adjust to the new education plan set in place by the new Arkansas LEARNS act. Last Wednesday, March 8, Gov.
Foster Grandparent Meeting

Foster Grandparent Meeting

CCSD Partners with Foster Grandparent Program

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
RISON - Theresa Horton, Director of the Foster Grandparent Program, is excited to announce a new partnership between the Cleveland County School District and the Southeast Arkansas (SEARK) Foster Grandparent Program, a federally funded program administered by the Southeast Arkansas Education...

School Lunches for March 13-17

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Rison Elementary Monday - Popcorn chicken bowl or Bosco sticks w/marinara. Tuesday - Tacos or Hamburger. Wednesday - Tater Tot casserole or Chicken Sandwich. Thursday - Chili Dog or Grilled Cheese. Friday - Pizza, Pizza and side kicks.

Union Cemetery Meeting March 26

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
RYE - The annual meeting of the Union Cemetery Association will be held March 26, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. at the Union Methodist Church in Rye. All interested persons are invited to attend.

USDA Commodities To Be Distributed Sat. at Kingsland

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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 11. Open Door Pantry usually distributes commodities on the second Saturday of each month. The pantry is an equal opportunity distributor.

Mt. Olivet To Host Food Bank Saturday

News Staff
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
CALMER - Mount Olivet Methodist Church at Calmer will have its Food Bank from 7 to 9 a.m. Saturday, March 11, the church has announced. Mount Olivet is located at the Hwy. 63/ Hwy. 114 junction at Calmer. The food bank is held the second Saturday of each month..