News Briefs

Interest Meeting Saturday to Restart American Legion Post

News Staff
Thursday, April 16, 2026
RISON - The Cleveland County Veterans Affairs Office at the Hall-Morgan Post at 404 Sycamore St in Rison, will hold meetings Saturday, April 18 and 25 at 10 a.m. for anyone interested in joining and restarting an American Legion Post in the county.This is open to all Honorably discharged Veterans.

School Lunches for April 20-24

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Beef macho nachos. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Seasoned broccoli, fresh grape tomatoes. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Golden crispy chicken strips, Mexican black bean salad. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries. Sides: Pinto beans, spring salad.
Bottom Row: L to R: Zoey Sanders, Macy Martin, Jason Stephenson, Alaura Besaw, Morgan Ballard. Top Row L to R: Kendal Fisler, Hoyt Crouse, Knox Morrison, Modesty Lee, Pyper Barber, Cooper Ward (Not pictured: Wyatt Landreth and Eli Mitchell.)

Bottom Row: L to R: Zoey Sanders, Macy Martin, Jason Stephenson, Alaura Besaw, Morgan Ballard. Top Row L to R: Kendal Fisler, Hoyt Crouse, Knox Morrison, Modesty Lee, Pyper Barber, Cooper Ward (Not pictured: Wyatt Landreth and Eli Mitchell.)

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Rison Elementary Artists of the Month

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Belt Promotions at Grandmaster Han's

Belt Promotions at Grandmaster Han's

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Belt Promotions at Grandmaster Han's

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Grandmaster Han's Martial Arts classes are hosted Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. at Rison Church of Christ. Corey Keaton, Parker Keaton and Levi Keaton recently earned belt promotions to second degree yellow belts after testing at Central Arkansas.
New Sign at Wesley Chapel Cemetery

New Sign at Wesley Chapel Cemetery

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New Sign at Wesley Chapel Cemetery

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
A new sign was recently installed at Wesley Chapel Cemetery through a collaborative effort of the Woodlawn Spanish Club, SEACBEC in Warren and community contributors.
Kelsi Mack

Kelsi Mack

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Mack Earns Honorable Mention at Art Convention

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
HOT SPRINGS - 15 students from Woodlawn High School attended the annual AYAA convention in Hot Springs Friday, April 10. Over 1000 students attended and brought artwork to compete from all over Arkansas.
Left to Right: Jackson Bearden (4th grade), Sadie Gavin (5th grade), Clara Kennedy (6th grade), Carson Edmondson (2nd grade), Blakley Jones (1st grade), Ryan Young (Kindergarten), Marlee Jacks (3rd grade).

Left to Right: Jackson Bearden (4th grade), Sadie Gavin (5th grade), Clara Kennedy (6th grade), Carson Edmondson (2nd grade), Blakley Jones (1st grade), Ryan Young (Kindergarten), Marlee Jacks (3rd grade).

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WES March Students of the Month

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
These students were nominated by their homeroom teachers for exhibiting good behavior and kindness throughout the month. 

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Designer Bag Bingo Will Support Crisis Center for Women

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
FORYDCE - The Women’s Crisis Center of South Arkansas will be hosting a Hope, Healing and Handbags Designer Bag Bingo from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 9, at the Fordyce Civic Center.Tickets are $50 in advance or $55 at the door.