Lady Chops To Visit Library Monday

RISON - The Roy and Christine Sturgis Library will close its Summer Series program at 10 a.m. Monday, July 24, when Lady Chops (Elizabeth Vidos) will bring her one-woman drumming show to the library. Her performances are energetic, interactive and fun for all ages.

Job Fair in Rison Next Wednesday

RISON - Cleveland County and the City of Rison will host a Job Fair Wednesday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cleveland County Veterans Building, 404 Sycamore Street.

Wildland Fire Class Set For August 7-8 at New Edinburg

NEW EDINBURG - the Arkansas Department of Agriculture Forestry Division will conduct a Wildland Firefighting Class from 6 to 10 p.m. August 7-8 at the New Edinburg Community Center, 6590 Hwy. 8 in New Edinburg. All firefighters are welcome.

Extension Office Hosts 4-H Youth Sewing Camp

The Cleveland County Extension Service kicked off its very first 4-H youth sewing camp last week. This group of young ladies allowed their creativity to flourish while completing their very own individual projects.

Rison Methodist Food Pantry Saturday

RISON - Rison United Methodist Church will be hosting a food pantry from 9 to 10:30 a.m. the fourth Saturday of each month. The next food pantry will be held Saturday, July 22.

VBS This Week at Rison Baptist

RISON - Rison Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School July 16-20 from 6 to 8 p.m. each night. Classes will be for ages 3 through going into 12th grade. Dimer will be served. The theme is Twists & Turns: Following Jesus Changes the Game, Psalm 25:4.  

More Washouts Along County Roads

RISON - Despite hot temperatures and heat advisories being issued, Cleveland County Judge Jimmy Cummings said the county is still experiencing bouts of heavy rain that are leading to washouts along county roads.

Broadband 'Listening' Meeting Set For Tuesday

KINGSLAND - The Arkansas Connectivity Coalition will be conducting a "listening session" beginning at 10 a.m.

Williams Lays Out Plans for CCSD

RISON - Jerrod Williams told the Cleveland County School Board during his first meeting as superintendent Monday night that it could a "tough year" for the district, but he was already proposing ideas that could save the district money.

Kingsland Music Event To Feature Several Groups Over Two Nights

KINGSLAND - Runaway Music and Kickstart Kingsland will be hosting Runaway Derailed: A Two-Night Acoustic Event featuring country and rock performances this Friday and Saturday, July 21-22, at the Kingsland School auditorium. Doors will open at 4 p.m. each night.