City of Harrison

With the Creekside anniversary this month, we are focusing on the benefits that Creekside has made to individuals and families in our community. If you have a story to share - let us know! Meet Nate

Name: Nate

Nate had shoulder surgery about 18 months ago and ended up with “frozen shoulder.”

“I’m a mechanic by trade and have always done work with my arms over my head. Last summer, after severe heat exhaustion, a friend gifted me a membership to Creekside. So I’ve been swimming five days a week and I can tell my shoulders are getting better, too.”

Nate said the shoulder progress is slow, but he’s swimming 1,000 meters every day. “I’ve lost 50 pounds, too. So I feel much better and am all in on this recovery. I’m hitting it hard. I want to return to my chosen profession.”

"I think the pool is an amazing resource and far underused."

What a good friend Nate has! If you have a Creekside story, please email kfulton@harrisonar.gov and share your good news.

Don't forget, there is a scooter if you need assistance getting into Creekside Community Center.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our city’s infrastructure, N. Spring St. between W. Erie St. and W. Prospect Ave. will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. for a water line repair.
Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our streets and make them safe for everyone.

Please be aware of the signage, flaggers, workers, and their equipment as you approach the work area.

If the weather is bright and sunny, a test of the CodeRED alert system will be sent out around noonish on Thursday, Oct. 16. If you have signed up for alerts and do not receive a text, an email, or a phone call (whatever you signed up for), please leave a message at 870-204-5688 to let us know.
The test is for those within Harrison's City Limits. To sign up today, follow the directions on the flier.

October is Fire Safety Month, and our fire department wants to keep you safe! Thanks to our Northark Intern, Ashley Copeland, you can meet a firefighter and pick up their favorite safety tip. Today, meet Firefighter Ethan Martin. Thank you for your service.

Great things are happening downtown in Harrison, including a new roof for the original Montgomery Wards Building.

Creekside Community and Aquatics Center is celebrating its first anniversary. On Friday, Oct. 24, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., there will be special Fall Festival activities for members only to say, "Thank you, Harrison!" We will also publish some testimonials on how Creekside has improved the health of our community! (Make sure your membership has been renewed so you don't miss out!)

Congratulations to James Glick, owner of Boone County Building Supply, who hosted a ribbon-cutting this morning with the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce. Boone County Building Supply is a trusted source for quality lumber, metal, windows, and more, located at 4081 Hwy. 7 in Harrison. The phone number is 870-292-6575.

The Bridge construction is going well, and if the weather cooperates, it is planned to open in the Spring of 2026 — sooner than initially expected.

The Public Works Safety-Buildings Grounds Supervisor, Dalton Ramsey, took on the watering duty today. They add so much to the look of Main Street!

Deputy Chief Thanh Ketchum is our highlighted firefighter today. October is Fire Safety Month, and thanks to the Northark Intern, Ashley Copeland, we have featured a different firefighter each day. Thanks for everything the department does for our community.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our city’s infrastructure, please note that N Chestnut Street, between Highway 65 and Prospect Street, will be closed tomorrow, October 15, 2025. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve our streets and make them safe for everyone. Please be aware of the signage, flaggers, workers, and their equipment as you approach the work area.

In honor of Fire Safety Month, Northark Intern Ashley Copeland gathered information and safety tips from each Harrison Firefighter! Today, let's meet Lt. David Williams.

The Perpetual Care Cemetery Committee will meet at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

In honor of Fire Safety Month, Northark Intern Ashley Copeland gathered information and safety tips from each Harrison Firefighter! Today, let's meet Lt. Trevor Lowery.

In honor of Fire Safety Month, Northark Intern Ashley Copeland gathered information and safety tips from each Harrison Firefighter! Today, let's meet

In honor of Fire Safety Month, Northark Intern Ashley Copeland gathered information and safety tips from each Harrison Firefighter! Today, let's meet Lt. Chad Morris.

The Harrison community will honor and celebrate the life of Ken Bailey on Saturday, Oct. 11, at St. John's Episcopal Church from 4 to 5 p.m. The celebration of life will continue at the Lyric Theater from 5 to 8 p.m. Ken was known for his civic roles and volunteer efforts with the Ozark Arts Council as a founding member/executive director. His commitment to the arts and culture in our region left a meaningful legacy. He always offered a warm smile and a helping hand to those around him. Ken also founded the House of Hope and always helped others in need.

Thanks to Robert and some of the guys from The Woodshed who helped clean up what is commonly called "The Hole in the Wall."