City of Harrison
Arkansas
Here's a Goblin Drive update! Crouse Construction is doing a great job to have the project finished before school begins! Thanks being patient with the detour ... it's only a few more weeks!
Dolly is so excited about the Firefighters reading at the Park on Thursday night. She is hoping they won't notice she is hitching a ride! The Boone County Imigination Library park activity is Thursday night at 6:30. Treats, songs and fun is available for kids of all ages. Meet at the covered area close to the park restrooms, playground equipment and splash pad. The group will meet in the park every Thursday during July. Come and find out how your children or grandchildren can receive free books every month from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
The Planning Commission will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28. Here is the proposed agenda.
Mayor Jerry Jackson spoke to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee today about the Lions Den and the role the Parks Department will have. To learn more about the Lions Den read the story posted Monday at https://www.harrisonar.gov/article/3022114.
The Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Digital Media Lunch and Learn session on Monday, July 13 at 11:30 at the JPH Center. Chamber Board members Rhett Bramley and Emily Powers met with Ann Lemley and Ian Reynolds at the "Around the Table" show to discuss why any business with a social media presence can learn new tips and tricks to bring in additional business or encourage communication.
The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. The meeting is open to the public. You can follow the link below to see some documents heading for the council.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/july-9%2C-2026%2C-preview/28304912
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/july-9%2C-2026%2C-preview/28304912
The front of the Lions Den is all cleaned out and a fence is in place for safety as work begins! Thank you, Butch May Contracting and Josh Thomason, and of course the Lions Club!
Dolly is so excited the Harrison Fire Department will be reading a book at the Boone County Imigination Library park activity Thursday night at 6:30. Treats, songs and fun is available for kids of all ages. Meet at the covered area close to the park restrooms, playground equipment and splash pad. The group meets in the park every Thursday during June and July. Come and find out how your children or grandchildren can receive free books every month from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
The Police and Fire Departments were very active this weekend, so our community could enjoy a safe fireworks and fourth of July! Thank you to the men and women who take care of us. Police are often helping with community events like the NARMC 5-K. We appreciate the sacriface you make away from your families to take care of ours.
According to the "Buy Tickets" page of Creekside Amp, there are 38 tickets left for the Hannah Harper, Aug. 7 concert.
Mayor Jerry Jackson was interviewed by Joel Reagan of KLOVE Radio and asked about his plans for the City as his term as Mayor comes to a close. You can listen live on Sunday night, July 5, at 9:30 p.m. on 91.9 K-LOVE Radio (KHLR) Harrison.
If you are unable to listen at that time, follow this link to the recording. Thanks, KLOVE!
https://www.klove.com/faith/closer-look/hot-topx/local-closer-look-harrison-arkansas-mayor-2026-14291
If you are unable to listen at that time, follow this link to the recording. Thanks, KLOVE!
https://www.klove.com/faith/closer-look/hot-topx/local-closer-look-harrison-arkansas-mayor-2026-14291
Mayor Jerry Jackson was interviewed by Joel Reagan of KLOVE Radio and asked about his plans for the City as his term as Mayor comes to a close. You can listen live on Sunday night, July 5, at 9:30 p.m. on 91.9 K-LOVE Radio (KHLR) Harrison.
If you are unable to listen at that time, follow this link to the recording. Thanks, KLOVE!
https://www.klove.com/faith/closer-look/hot-topx/local-closer-look-harrison-arkansas-mayor-2026-14291
If you are unable to listen at that time, follow this link to the recording. Thanks, KLOVE!
https://www.klove.com/faith/closer-look/hot-topx/local-closer-look-harrison-arkansas-mayor-2026-14291
Happy Birthday, USA!
Saturday is the big day for the nation! Thank you to Explore Harrison and all the sponsors for providing the FireWorks!
Happy Birthday, America!
The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 9, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. The meeting is open to the public. The agenda will be formalized Tuesday, July 7. You can follow the link below to see some documents heading for the council.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/july-9%2C-2026%2C-preview/28304912
I have outlined below amendments to Ordinances 1552 and 1553.
Ordinance 1552
SECTION 2 – BALLOT TITLE.
The term “cemetery management” has been changed to “cemetery maintenance.” This will require starting over with the first reading.
Ordinance 1553
SECTION 3 – ALLOCATION OF REVENUES (LEGALLY BINDING).
The term “cemetery management” has been changed to “cemetery maintenance.” This will require starting over with the first reading.
You can also follow the link below for proceedings from the June 25 meeting of the Finance Committee.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/council-committee-meetings-2026/6.25.26-finance-committee-meeting/28237310
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/july-9%2C-2026%2C-preview/28304912
I have outlined below amendments to Ordinances 1552 and 1553.
Ordinance 1552
SECTION 2 – BALLOT TITLE.
The term “cemetery management” has been changed to “cemetery maintenance.” This will require starting over with the first reading.
Ordinance 1553
SECTION 3 – ALLOCATION OF REVENUES (LEGALLY BINDING).
The term “cemetery management” has been changed to “cemetery maintenance.” This will require starting over with the first reading.
You can also follow the link below for proceedings from the June 25 meeting of the Finance Committee.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/council-committee-meetings-2026/6.25.26-finance-committee-meeting/28237310
Happy Birthday, America!
Happy 250th Birthday America.
July 4 Downtown Activities
Rotary President Rodney Arnold presented Mayor Jerry Jackson with a check in support of the pickleball courts at Creekside Community Center, continuing the commitment to investing in projects that benefit our community.
