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An Arkansas man finally won big after letting the computer decide his lottery numbers for a change. John Williams, of White Hall, won the $110,000 jackpot in the May 10 Natural State Jackpot drawing, according to a May 21 news release from Arkansas lottery officials. Williams said he buys tickets...

RISON - Rison High School graduated 62 students as part of the senior class of 2024 in a cermony Thursday evening, May 16, on the George Walker Field of Champions.Of the 62 students, 19 seniors graduated with honors, including: Valedictorian Marlee Grace Johnson. Marlee is the daughter of Steve and Jodie Johnson.Salutatorian Fallon Elise Johnson. Fallon is the daughter of Clay and Aimee Johnson.Honor Graduate Caroline Nickole Morrison. Caroline is the daughter of Dave and Lisa Morrison and Brandy and Kevin Reed.Honor Graduate Owen French Morrison. Owen is the son of Charlie and April Morrison. Honor Graduate Josey Elizabeth Edwards. Josey is the daughter of Russell and Melissa Edwards. Honor Graduate Reagan Patricia Burns. Reagan is the daughter of Thomas and Laura Burns.Honor Graduate Amelia Beth Stewart. Amelia is the daughter of Brian and Jennifer Stewart.Honor Graduate Breanna Jade Taylor. Breanna is the daughter of Seth and Leslie Taylor.Honor Graduate Jared Michael Saeler. Jared is the son of Austin and Ashley Saeler.Honor Graduate Averie Kate Simpson. Averie is the daughter of Kristie Saunders.Honor Graduate Andraya Catherine Spadoni. Andraya is the daughter of Bryan McGarity and Kristin and Greg Brown.Honor Graduate Alyssa Marie Tinkey. Alyssa is the daughter of Justin Tinkey and Kathy and Dennie Southerland.Honor Graduate Aaron Kaleb Mayfield. Aaron is the son of Patrick and Holly Mayfield.Honor Graduate Brianna Mattison White. Brianna is the daughter of Otha White and the late Ashley Whittington.Honor Graduate Jacob Hular Weaver. Jacob is the son of Jeremy and Amanda Weaver.Honor Graduate Elijah Wilson Rawls. Elijah is the son of Eric and Michelle Rawls.Honor Graduate Makayla Cheyanne Thomas. Makayla is the daughter of Jessica Hill and the late Larry Thomas.Honor Graduate Brianna Marie Berg. Brianna is the daughter of Tiffani and Wayne Rinehart.Honor Graduate Carlie Elise Crain. Carlie is the daughter of Daina Erwin and Thomas Crain…

RISON - The Pioneer Village and Rison Shine are partnering to launch a series of Food Truck Fridays throughout the summer.The first event will launch Friday, June 21 with subsequent events set for the third Friday each month through September.Food trucks, still to be determined for June, are expected to be available from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Village, located at 200 Yaney Drive.The first month of the series will also feature entertainment from musical duo Brian and Laura from 5 to 7 p.m. bringing together the best of country and classic rock. Comprised of Brian Mullen and Laura Caroline, they met competing against each other in 2009 and quickly became good friends.Laura Caroline, a singer with a heart for country gospel, has been performing since the age of four. Originally from Kingsland, her heartfelt delivery brings an authentic country charm to every performance.Brian Mullen has a rock edge with his love for classic rock and country hits. After spending several years performing in Nashville, he moved back to his home state where he plays numerous venues for his loyal fanbase.The entertainment is free to attend, but donations to the Pioneer Village and Rison Shine's Food Truck Friday fund are appreciated."Our hope is if these Food Truck Fridays build momentum through the summer, we will be able to increase the number of trucks each month and continue it through fall," the two organizations under Kickstart Cleveland County Community Development shared in a joint statement.More information, including participating trucks for June, will be available soon.