Mayor Jerry Jackson had the honor of addressing the newest Boone County Youth Leadership Class of XXIX. This year’s class is sponsored by FedEx Freight and hosted by the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce.

A group of juniors chosen from Boone County High Schools will meet once a month to learn more about the community, meet local leaders, and develop their own unique leadership skills.

Mayor Jackson was asked to speak about leadership. He emphasized the importance of being respected rather than liked. Even though everyone wants to be liked. He praised the City’s Department Heads as experts in their field and said he feels confident when asking for their opinions or assistance.

Thank you, Harrison Daily Times!

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving city infrastructure, W. Prospect Ave. between N. Lucille St. and N. Hickory Ave. will close Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a manhole repair.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
Please be aware of the signage, flaggers, workers, and their

Mayor Jerry Jackson stopped along Goblin Road to meet and thank some of the workers from TLS Group from Lowell, Arkansas who are here placing the street lighting on Goblin Drvie. Thanks guys, we appreciate your quality and hard work!

The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. You can follow the link below for a preview of the meeting. More documents may be added to the preview folder prior to the meeting, but the link will remain the same.

https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/sept.-24%2C-2026%2C-preview/29875522

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving city infrastructure
Normandy St. between W. Court St. and W. Park Ave. will be closed
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. for a
sewer tap repair.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Please be aware of the signage, flaggers, workers, and their
equipment as you approach the work area.

The HMS 7th/8th Grade Student Council received a tour of City Hall and had some great questions for Mayor Jackson as well as Police Chief Graddy and Fire Division Chief Ketchum. Pictured are: Mr. Nelson, (from left) Evelyn Curtis, Ellee Mallett, Preston Smith, Walker Bright, Jaelynn Young, Jasmine Massey, Bryleigh Wilson, Jaelynn O'leary, Madden Waller, Alivia Wells, Annabelle Barger, Abbey Jenkins, Oliver Campbell and Mrs. O'Dell who is the 7th and 8th grade Student Council Advisor.

Save the date for the City-Wide GFL cleanup day. Pay close attention to what will be accepted on your regular pickup day.

The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in the council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. The meeting is open to the public. You can follow the link below for a preview. More documents may be added, but the link will remain the same.

https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/sept.-24%2C-2026%2C-preview/29875522

Welcome one of our newest K9 Officers, Jessie, to the Harrison Police Department. Jessie loves to work with her partner Officer Hunter Brantley. K9.org presented Jessie to the Department through a generous grant program. Stay tuned for more of her story and see her in action.

As part of our ongoing commitment to improving city infrastructure
Beene Ave. between Hwy 65N and N. Adams St. will be closed Friday,
Sept. 18, 2026 from noon until 5:00 p.m. for a sign repair.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Please be aware of the signage, flaggers, workers, and their
equipment as you approach the work area.

Thank you, Harrison Daily Times. And congratulations Judy McCutcheon!

An Arkansas Realtor from Carlisle , was passing through Harrison and wanted to meet and thank Mayor Jerry Jackson for all he has been doing in the community. She had recently seen him on a Little Rock TV station and just wanted to say, "Thanks!" Thank you Angela Ryland for taking the time to be kind. We appreciate your thoughfulness.

Do you have a heart for historical buildings and the history of our downtown?

Boone County is still under a Burn Ban. If you believe in the power of prayer, please pray for rain! We need it.

Save the date, and plan to donate blood at the City's blood drive on Wednesday, Oct. 14. Schedule a time between 9:30 and 3:30 and be a part of saving the lives of your friends and neighbors who may need blood for a serious accident or unexpected surgery. Walk in, or set up a time by following this link.
https://ozarks-donor.prod.forcytesp.com/schedule-donation?date=2026-10-14&operation_id=1813&operation_type=drives

The Harrison Fire Department Honor Guard completed their duties to honor the fallen of 9/11 with respect and dignity. Thank you, men. From left is Lt. Jon Morgan, Fire Fighter Ethan Martin, Lt. Anthony Pytel and Capt. Trevor Lowery.

Harrison is blessed to have three very active civic clubs who worked together to feed the First Responders on Friday, Sept. 11 during the 9/11 Memorial. Thanks to Wilson Marseilles, Lions Club; Larry Brandt, Rotary Club; and Dr. Kyle Mallett, Kiwanis Club. Thank you for all the contributitions you make to our community!

A BIG THANK YOU To the Harrison150 Committee who worked the Family Fun Day, Saturday from 10-3. And thank you to all the sponsors who really made it a great and fun event for families.

What a weekend Harrison enjoyed! If you see some tired residents today, there's a good reason.
* 9/11 Ceremony and Civic Clubs prepared lunch for First Responders
*Kiwanis Kid Zone opened, new park, splash pad
* Basketball Tournament at Creekside
* 31st Annual Arkansas Hot Air Balloon Race (all weekend)
* Family Fun Day Saturday afternoon
And probably more ....
But all of these events take volunteers! There is a Volunteer Expo on Wednesday, where you can learn about great organizations that need YOUR help.