City of Harrison
Arkansas
Scouting America Troop 60 attended the Harrison City Council meeting on Thursday night as part of a merit badge requirement. Assistant Scout Master David O’Neal accompanied the young men. The Scouts, Noah Riley, Evan Ables and William Earnest.are pictured with Mayor Jackson, and past Eagle Scout Councilman Larry Phillips.
Just reminder: Before your sprinklers come on, the system must be tested.
Here are the vendors we have so far that are giving away Harrison150 Swag or providing fun activities for families. We will have lots going on for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the afternoon and Music on the Square from 6-8 that evening.
Paving is still progressing around the city. Here's the list.
Our Police and Fire are the best! Thank you for taking care of our community.
NEXT WEEK, Friday, May 1 is the Kick-Off celebration for Harrison150. Have you heard our city is turning 150 years old? Vendors are setting up at 3 p.m. and events begin at 4 p.m. at the Bandstand on the Downtown Courthouse Lawn. Vendors will either provide a free activity for children and adults or some Harrison150 Logo Swag -- all free while supplies last. After the ceremony, tours will be given of the historic downtown and transportation will be provided to go to the Boone County Heritage Museum for free tours. Local restaurants and food trucks will be available and Music on the Square will begin at 6 p.m. Get a T-shirt at Explore Harrison for $15. This is a big deal for our community and we don't want you to miss out on the first of many activities to celebrate this birthday! Watch for a list of vendors to be posted very soon!
If your group or business would like to wear the Harrison150 T-shirts on Friday, May 1 which is the kick-off day for this big party for our city, you need to have them ordered by this Friday, April 24. Call or text Sheri at 870.416.5266 asap. If you need less than five, you can purchase them at Explore Harrison. This party will continue all year, so purchase some shirts or magnets for your staff or customers and let's show our community spirit. Shirts are light blue or gray and only $15.
The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet in regular session at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 23, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. Follow the link below for a preview of the meeting. Keep in mind that other documents could be added to the folder, but the link will remain the same.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/april-23%2C-2026%2C-preview/26767228
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/april-23%2C-2026%2C-preview/26767228
The final stage of the bridge and clean up has started. Carl Rine with the City's Public Works Department is busy removing dirt and grass of the trail around Lake Harrison. It won't be long until we can walk all the way around the lake again! Thanks for all the hard work!
It's time for citizens to have the lawn sprinklers tested to assure the back flow system is working properly to keep our drinking water supply safe. If you desire more information read this: https://aptg.co/pVT956
Make sure you plan to be downtown on the square on Friday, May 1 at 4 p.m. Harrison is celebrating 150 years and the Kick-Off party begins!
There's been an increase of "wipes" in the sewer system recently. In spite of what the packaging states, they are not safe for flushing. Please help protect our pipes!
What is happening on Friday, May 1? Too much to mentioned here. But here's a sneak peak.
We love our Police and Firefighters! Thank you for loving this community!
The Harrison150 committee has been working closely with the Boone County Heritage Museum. This really is a hidden treasure in our community. They need more volunteers and visitors. Eppic Shots posted this Dec. 1934 Photo of the Harrison Fire Department. What a treasure! Free tours of the museum will be given from 4-6 on May 1 to Kick Off the Harrison150 Celebration!
Time is running out to be a vendor at the Harrison150 celebration on May 1. Sign up TODAY!
If not, you will wish you had!
If not, you will wish you had!
Tickets are moving quickly for the Harrison150 Gala on June 6 at the Harrison Country Club. Be sure you get yours and help us honor these individuals and businesses . As the 150 Celebration continues, we'd love to help you honor the history of your business. Contact the committee with the details and we will celebrate YOU too!
Miss Harrison Teen USA/Miss Jr. Boone County Alivia Clayborn stopped by City Hall to meet Mayor Jerry Jackson. She is 17 years old, attends Arkansas Connections Academy and works at Flavors of Louisiana in her spare time. Congratulations and good luck as you continue to the next pageant.
The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 23, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. Follow the link below for a meeting preview.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/april-23%2C-2026%2C-preview/26767228
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/april-23%2C-2026%2C-preview/26767228
What's happening on Friday, May 1? Harrison will kick off the 150th celebration of our great city. Lots of family friendly activities and give-aways by more than 20 vendors. Music, Laughter and President George Washington and Col Marcus LaRue Harrison will make a presentation. You don't want to miss this!
