Vinson Named as UCA Presidential Scholar

CONWAY - Isabelle Vinson, of Rison, AR was named a Presidential Scholar at the University of Central Arkansas for spring 2025.Vinson was among more than 1,200 students named as a Presidential Scholar. Students must achieve a 4.

Two from County on UCA Dean’s List

CONWAY - The University of Central Arkansas congratulates more than 1,400 students who were named to the spring 2025 Dean's List. Eligibility on the Dean's List requires at least a 3.5 GPA with a minimum course load of 12 credit hours.

Leopard Family Reunion Held at 'Y'

RISON - Organizers said the annual Leopard Family Reunion was a blessing this year with a whopping 62 in attendance, which packed the "Y" Community Center. We all had the best time with great fellowship, stories of the past and food galore! If you left hungry, it was your own doing.

Cleveland County Represented at 4-H Orama

MALVERN - Cleveland County was represented well at the Ouachita 4H District Orama Tuesday in Malvern. We had seven students competing in Illustrated Talks. Pictured from left to right are: Olivia Thompson, Madelyn Thompson and Ben Hanks from our Homeschool 4H Club.

Blacksmith Club Using Skills at Pioneer Village

RISON - At the May 4-H Blacksmith meeting, the students used the skills they are learning to help repair the sign at the Pioneer Village Blacksmith shop. The sign was blown down by high winds. The 4-Hers, under the leadership of Mr. Ed Montgomery, forged nails and hangers used to rehang the sign.

Yard of the Month: June 2025

RISON - Cleveland County Yard of the Month for June has been presented to James and Karla Wilson of the ‘Y’ Community.

Woodlawn Classes 1965-65 To Meet June 28 at Calmer

WOODLAWN - The Woodlawn Classes of 1964-65 announce their annual gathering  will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at Mt. Olivet Global Methodist Church in Calmer. All friends and family are welcome to stop by and visit.

New Cemetery Meeting June 21

RISON - The New Cemetery association will have a meeting on June 21, 2025 at the First Baptist Church at 12 noon. Members are asked to attend and support with the payment of their families yearly cemetery dues.

Chastain Makes Top 15 in Miss Arkansas Teen

LITTLE ROCK - Kaylea Chastain pictured above with her Arkansas Diamonds Ada Gross and Joslyn Stevens, placed in the Top 15 of the Miss Arkansas Teen pageant last week. She is the daughter of Jimmy and Krystle Chastain, and is a sophomore at Southern Arkansas University.

Warrior Lodge at Jefferson Regional to Provide Hope, Comfort for Cancer Patients

PINE BLUFF - The Jones-Dunklin Cancer Center at Jefferson Regional serves patients from across South Arkansas, many of whom face the significant challenge of traveling long distances for multi-day treatments.