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Mt. Zion Cemetery Meeting is April 4

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

RISON - The Mt. Zion Cemetery Association at Bowman township will hold its annual meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at the cemetery to discuss upkeep of the cemetery and collect donations.

Rison Fire Dept. Fish Fundraiser Set for April 27

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Rison Fire Dept. Fish Fundraiser Set for April 27

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Monday, March 30, 2026

RISON - The Rison Volunteer Fire Department will host Leon’s Catfish for a fundraiser lunch Monday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.$20 tickets can be purchased from a firefighter, or at the Herald office, 215 Main Street.

School Lunches for March 30-April 3

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Popcorn chicken. Classics: Cheeseburger, crinkle fries. Sides: Broccoli and cheese soup, grape tomatoes. Fruit and vegetable bar.Tuesday - Create: Beef macho nachos. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, crinkle fries. Sides: Slow cooked pinto beans, spring mix salad.

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BBQ Fundraiser Sunday for Wayne Wells

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

RISON - A BBQ Fundraiser for Wayne Wells, in support of his kidney transplant journey, will be held this Sunday, March 22 beginning at noon at the Corner Express parking lot in Rison.BBQ plates are $15 and include a chicken half, baked beans, potato salad and a roll.

Pictured left to right are EHC members, Karen Bell Fox, Loletia Terrry, Cleveland County FCS Extension Agent Austin Compton, Barbara Cox, Jackie Cox, Treill Meeks and Jenny Wright.

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New EHC Sign at Intersection

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

RISON - The Cleveland County Extension Homemakers Council installed a new sign last week at the intersection of Hwy 75 and Magnolia Street near the “Welcome to Rison” sign. For more information the EHC program, contact the Extension Office at (870) 325-6321.

Youth Alive Night Held at Rison School

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Youth Alive Night Held at Rison School

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

RISON - Arkansas Youth Alive and the Fellowship of Christian Students hosted a Youth Night last week at Rison High School. According to Principal Tish Walker, “The message was ‘Don't give up! You are worth it!

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Cleveland County Clean Up Day Set for May 2

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Monday, March 16, 2026

The annual Cleveland County Clean Up will be held Saturday, May 2 across the county from 9 a.m. to Noon, sponsored by the Cleveland County Master Gardeners and County Cultivators in partnership with Keep Arkansas Beautiful.Three locations will be set up as meeting points.

School Lunches for March 16-20, 2026

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Rison ElementaryMonday - Create: Turkey hot dog. Classics: Cheeseburger, fries. Sides: Curly fries, seasoned peas and carrots. Fresh whole fruit.Tuesday - Create: Chicken and cheese crispito, salsa. Classics: Toasty cheese sandwich, fries. Sides: Seasoned black beans, elotes style corn with chili.

Bottom row, left to right: Jeremiah Walls, Kodi Hickerson, Kyrell Newsom, Dalton Phillips, Lilah Tidwell, Rhynlee Carnes. Top row, left to right: Constance Slaughter, Dillon Reed, Lucy Leopard, Forrest Oliver, Lannie Rhodes, Daniel Thang, Logan Prescott, Brielle Caldwell.

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Rison Elementary Artists of the Month: February

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

First Baptist Church Inviting Brothers Fellowship March 29

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

RISON - First Baptist Church will host a Sister to Sister Fellowship, “Inviting Brothers," Sunday, March 29 at 2:30 p.m.The church is located at 302 Mockingbird in Rison. Pastor is Terry W. Reams, Sr. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.