July 15, 2026
The green truck now adorns the Rison emblem matching the water tower.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
RISON - In a unique cross-country trek, two volunteer firefighters from Rison, Arkansas, recently embarked on an unusual 1,200-mile journey. Their mission? To drive a newly acquired, forest green fire truck all the way home from Maryland.
Food Truck Friday
FINAL SUMMER CAMP FOR WILDCATS - Aidan Bitely (no. 22) follows the block of Dedrick Wells (no. 61) for a nice gain against the Smackover Buckaroos during Tuesday’s football camp hosted by Rison at George Walker Field of Champions. Bitely, a transfer from White Hall, is one of the new skill players that will be lining up for the Wildcats this season as Coach Chris Vereen looks to diversify the offense.
(Photo compliments of Coach Tommy Richardson)
(Photo compliments of Coach Tommy Richardson)
CRUISIN’ CLEVELAND COUNTY RIDE RETURNS - The fourth annual Cruisin’ Cleveland County Bike Ride will cruise through the county Saturday, June 6. Four of five routes will begin at the Pioneer Village in Rison, while the new expanded gravel route will begin at the Kingsland School.
THE FIRST FIRST RESPONDER - Communications Coordinator for the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Department Erica Best is one of the first voices someone will hear in the moment of a crisis. Best shares her experiences over nearly 30 years as a dispatcher in the latest episode of the Free Range Conversations podcast, streaming now.
Elaine Kneebone, Attorney
Saving Seeds
Buckwheat Banana Pancakes
Paws 4 Safety
Judy Simmons
Howard Honnoll
Marty Hudman