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Eight States Now Reporting 'Bird Flu' in Cattle

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

LITTLE ROCK - As highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is detected in cattle in a growing number of states, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture has issued an order restricting livestock exhibiting symptoms or testing positive for the virus from entering the state.

New Edinburg All School Reunion This Saturday

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

NEW EDINBURG - Re-New-ing Edinburg will once again be the sponsor of the New Edinburg All School Reunion which has been held continuously since the mid 80s or approximately 40 years. The event was first held at the New Edinburg School and recently moved to the New Edinburg Community Center.

Westerman's Mobile Office In Co. Thursday

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Fourth District Congressman Bruce Westerman will have his mobile office available for constituents in Cleveland County at two locations on Thursday, April 25. The mobile office will be located at the Cleveland County Courthouse in Rison 10 a.m. to noon, and at Kingsland City Hall from 1 to 3 p.m.

Revival April 21-24 at Kingsland MBC

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

KINGSLAND - Bro. Wade Totty will be the evangelist for revival at the Kingsland Missionary Baptist Church April 2124. Services will begin 6 p.m. Sunday night and 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday nights.Bro Totty is a former pastor of Rison Baptist Church and Cullendale 'irst Baptist Church at Camden.

Baby Shower May 5 for Fluesmeier

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

RISON - There will be a baby shower for Ashtyn Knowles Fluesmeier at 1:30 p.m. on May 5 at the Rison Baptist Church fellowship hall. It is a girl! She is registered at Target, Rison Pharmacy and Amazon.

Rison Pole Plant Receives 2023 SHIELD Award

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

RISON - Stella-Jones Corporation's Rison plant was the recipient of the 2023 Division Shield Award. The plant hosted a luncheon Tuesday to commemorate the honor with its corporate team members across the nation. The Shield award recognizes Safety Health Improved Environment Leading our Decisions.

Pioneer Village Meeting Thursday

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

RISON - The Pioneer Village will hold two meetings this month leading up to the Pioneer Crafts Festival, President Marty Bowlin has announced.The Village volunteers will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at the Pioneer Village.Anyone interested in assisting with the festival is invited to attend.

Lola Warren, an 8th grader at Rison Middle School, was named April student of the month for grades 7-9. She is the daughter of Lulu and Justin Perkins, and the granddaughter of Joy and Bill Robinson, and John and Gina Perkins. SHe has two brothers, Dax and Layne. Her activities and honors include drawing, writing, reading and painting.

Rison Students of the Month

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

School Lunches for April 22-26

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Menu for April 22-26Rison ElementaryMonday - chicken spaghetti or Bosco sticks with marinara. Tuesday - ham sandwich with doritos or hamburger.Wednesday - breaded chicken drumstick or chicken sandwich.Thursday - Chicken nuggets or Hot dog.Friday - Pizza, pizza and sidekicks (+nachos for 4-6 grade).

New Edinburg Hosts Miss Spring Queen Pageant

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

NEW EDINBURG - The 2024 Miss Spring Queen Pageant was held Sunday, April 7 at the New Edinburg Community Center. Gracen White, 2024 Miss Boomtown's Teen hosted the pageant.