Mike Nabors (left) invited Mayor Jerry Jackson (right) to participate in the retirement celebration for Tim Stretton, who began working at the Mill before its completion and then continued as the head baker for more than 25 years. Congratulations, Tim Stretton.

Also on Christmas Eve, a fire alarm was activated at the Smurfit Westrock plant. Thankfully, there was no fire, and the B-Shift firefighters decided to practice setting up the ladder truck. Chief Marc Lowery said that firefighters never miss an opportunity to train. Thank you, HFD. A citizen submitted this photo of the ladder truck in action.

City Hall will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1. Offices will reopen on Friday, Jan. 2. As always, you can make payments at harrisonar.gov 24/7.

There will be no changes to trash service this week! Thank you, LRS. Happy New Year!

James White
Tue, Dec 30, 12:29 PM (20 hours ago)
to Council, Department, Press/Media

A public hearing is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road, immediately prior to the full council meeting at 6. The purpose is to gather public input regarding the Historic Harrison District Commission. The commission is then scheduled to meet at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan 12, in the Administrative Conference Room at City Hall to begin work on the report the commission must submit to the city council. Follow the link below to see the preview folder of documents relevant to the Jan. 8 public hearing. A draft copy of the December 1 commission meeting minutes is also included in the folder.

https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/historic-district-commission/public-hearing-documents-01-08-2026/22997729

LRS will not operate on Christmas Day.

City offices will be closed, Dec. 24-26.

As a part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our city’s infrastructure, N. Second St. between E. Prospect Ave. and E. Frick Ave. will be closed today, Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025 for a sewer 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.

Christmas hours have been adjusted due to changes made by state and federal officials.

LRS will take a break for Christmas Day and resume service on Friday and Saturday.

Thank you, Holiday Inn Express and Hampton Inn, for providing a Christmas meal for some of the City staff members today. The food from India Clay Oven was delicious! Merry Christmas!

Goblin Drive construction. Looking great!

LRS will take off on Christmas Day to be with their family. Thursday and Friday's pick-up days will run one day later than usual. Thank you for allowing them this time.

The Goblin Drive Roundabout should be ready for vehicle traffic on Tuesday or Wednesday, Dec. 23 or Dec. 24. Here's a video from the ARDOT to help drivers' understanding of what to do.

https://ardot.gov/divisions/planning/traffic-safety/safety-countermeasures/roundabouts/

Rose Hill Boy Scout Presentation

Rose Hill Cemetery Dedication Photos

Wreaths Across America photos

Need a last-minute gift for the whole family?

Look who made the Wednesday, Harrison Daily Times! Thank you, Lee Dunlap.