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County Spelling Bee Held (3/4/21)Colton Wilson Named Top Speller
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Piggott Council Discusses CDBG, Energy Crisis (3/4/21)Jeff Dorris Special for the Clay County Times jdorris@dddnews.com The February session of the Piggott city Council centered around the passing of three resolutions, discussion on the application for a CDBG Grant, and the energy crisis caused by the weather event during the week of the 15th...
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Rector Council Hears Outline on Waste Water Treatment System (3/4/21)BY JANE GATEWOOD TD News Staff Rector City Council met at 6:00 p.m. Monday, March 1, at the Rector Community Center. In addition to the standard reports and usual business, the council heard from Shannon Todd, Environmental Engineer for Horner-Shriffin of Poplar Bluff, MO. He and his engineering firm have been hired for numerous City of Rector engineering projects. The current project for which he has oversight is the waste-water treatment repair issue being addressed by City of Rector...
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Rector Baseball and Softball Signups Underway (3/4/21)With spring sports at hand, signups are underway for the upcoming Rector Sports Complex softball and baseball season through Friday, March 19. As in years past, this spring there will be a number of age divisions playing at the complex. Included will be T-ball for three and four year old boys and girls...
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Extension Service to Offer Private Applicator Trainings (3/4/21)The Clay County Cooperative Extension Service will hold its annual Private Applicator Trainings (PAT) at 9:00 a.m. Monday, March 15 at the M.B. Ainley Community Center in Corning. The PAT meeting will allow participants to receive certification and recertification for a restricted use pesticides (RUP) license. ...
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Two Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Missouri Man (3/4/21)A Missouri man was killed Friday evening in a two-vehicle crash on Highways 67 and 141 in Clay County, according to a preliminary fatality report from the Arkansas State Police. Kenneth L. Freeman, 26, of Doniphan was going north in a 2016 Chevrolet around 7:30 p.m. ...
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Party at Kennett American Legion Turns Deadly (2/25/21)On Saturday, February 20 at approximately 12:25 a.m., Kennett police responded to the American Legion building in reference to someone shooting a firearm. "We got called to the American Legion building last night in reference to shots fired," reported Kennett Chief of Police Kenny Wilson. "Investigation revealed there were five victims. One did not survive his injuries and two are in critical condition at a hospital in Cape Girardeau."...
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Clay County Leads State in COVID-19 Vaccinations (2/25/21)According to an analysis of state health data Clay County has fully vaccinated about nine percent of its population, the highest per capital rate in the state. Alan Vaughn, director of the Clay County Office of Emergency Management, said the local pharmacies are going all out to meet the needs of the community. “We’ve got really competent pharmacies here,” Vaughn said...
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Regional Tournament Delayed at RHS (2/25/21)The Arkansas Activities Association has pushed regional and state high school basketball tournaments back one week, allowing time for regular-season games and district tournaments to be rescheduled in the wake of recent winter storms. The 2A-North Regional Basketball Tournament is now scheduled for March 3-6 at the Rector High School gym. The regional tournament will include the top boys and girls teams from 2A-3 and 2A-6, and will feature some of the top talent in the state...
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Vaccinate the Natural State Initiative Launched Monday (2/25/21)Vaccinate the Natural State, a new initiative led by Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield in collaboration with the Arkansas Department of Health, Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care, Arkansas Minority Health Commission, Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce/Associated Industries of Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas Council, UAMS and Walmart, was announced today. The statewide initiative will educate Arkansans about the benefits of the COVID-19 vaccine and encourage individuals to get the vaccine as soon as possible – by doing so they will be taking a critical step toward helping end the pandemic. . ...
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County Records Sharp Increase in COVID Cases (2/19/21)The Arkansas Department of Health reports the statewide COVID-19 numbers have stabilized, although Clay County recorded a sharp increase in cases in the past week. And although the case numbers have stabilized in Arkansas, the death toll continues to climb and has eclipsed the 5,000 mark...
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BRAD Announces Winter Assistance Program (2/19/21)Black River Area Development Corporation (BRAD) has announced the Winter Crisis Energy Assistance Program will begin accepting applications on Monday Feb. 22, by appointment only. Applications for both regular and crisis programs will be accepted until it appears funds will be depleted...
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Extension Can Teach You How to Grow Your Own Groceries (2/19/21)One trend that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic and has continued into 2021 is a greater interest among Arkansans in growing their own food. In response to frequently-asked gardening questions, the Cooperative Extension Service has developed a series of online “Grow Your Own Groceries” presentations to share agents’ expertise in growing and preparing fruits and vegetables...
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Senator Johnson reports on legislative session (2/19/21)According to State Senator Blake Johnson, of Corning, businesses would not be penalized by state regulators for violating Covid-19 restrictions because of the behavior of their customers, under legislation passed by the Arkansas Senate. The information was included in an update on legislation provided by the lawmaker, as the session continues in Little Rock...
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Clay County Records Another COVID Death (2/11/21)Times-Democrat News StaffLatest numbers positive in county, state and region
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Two Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Rector Youth (2/11/21)Times-Democrat News StaffLocal man held in connection
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High Speed Chase Results in Arrest (2/11/21)Times-Democrat News StaffArea man faces multiple charges
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Blessing Box Now Available at RFUMC (2/11/21)By Jane Gatewood, Times-Democrat News StaffCommunity service project proving popular
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Rector Council Handles Light Agenda (2/11/21)By Jane Gatewood, Times-Democrat News StaffNew members approved for RFD
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Crash Claims Life of Rector Area Youth (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffNegligent homicide charge filed Wednesday
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Additional COVID Death Reported in Clay County (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffNumbers stabilize in county and state as vaccinations are being given
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HPMEC Announces Student Art Winners (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffTop submissions from virtual show named
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Piggott Council Approves Rate Ordinance at Meeting (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffNew stop sign and re-zoning also approved
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Rector Schools Names Top Spellers (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffAnnual spelling bee held
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Polar Plunge Postponed to Saturday (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffLocal team holds special plunge Sunday for cause
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Piggott Heritage Car Show Gets ADH Approval (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffEarly entries being accepted for 22nd annual show in May
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Entergy Announces One Time Credit to Customers (2/4/21)Times-Democrat News StaffOver $5.5 million credited back to customers
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RHS to Host Regional Basketball Tourney (2/4/21)Times-Democrat Sports StaffEarns bid for 2A-North
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Single Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Area Man (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffAccident occurs between Pollard and McDougal
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Some COVID-19 Numbers Stabilize, Total Cases Still on Increase (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffDeath toll in Clay County remains at 41
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Seegraves Chosen for Regional Honor (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffLongtime PHS tennis coach recognized by peers
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PHS and RHS Mark Hoops Homecoming (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffCeremonies held to announce courts
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Haywood Graduates with Masters in Athletic Training from ASU (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffPHS grad now employed at Austin Peay
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Polar Plunge Postponed to Feb. 6 (1/28/21)Times-Democrat News StaffRain on Saturday forces new date for fundraiser
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COVID-19 Update (1/21/21)Times-Democrat News StaffClay County and Arkansas numbers show increase in cases
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Local Team Preps for Polar Plunge (1/21/21)Times-Democrat News StaffAnnual fundraiser for Special Olympics Arkansas is set
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Piggott School Board Meets (1/21/21)By Tim Blair, Times-Democrat News StaffFlex Fridays extended, superintendent's contract tabled
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Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce Announces Winners (1/21/21)Times-Democrat News StaffRecognition noted despite pandemic
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HPMEC Hosting Papas Upland Bird Hunt (1/21/21)Times-Democrat News StaffMuseum fundraiser at Liberty Hill Outfitters
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Year in Review Part IV 2020 (1/21/21)Times-Democrat News StaffFinal quarter of 2020 reviewed
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COVID-19 Cases Still on the Rise in Clay County (1/14/21)Times-Democrat News StaffPharmacies to provide vaccinations as next phase begins
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Rector Schools Maintenance Building Damaged by Fire (1/14/21)Times-Democrat News StaffSpace heaters possible cause for blaze
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HPMEC Student Art Exhibition Going Virtual (1/14/21)Times-Democrat News StaffEntries to be posted this Friday
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Rector Council Meets, Swearing-In Ceremony Held (1/14/21)By Jane Gatewood, Times-Democrat News StaffFirst gathering of new year held at community center
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Rector's Garner Spreading Awareness (1/14/21)By Jane Gatewood, Times-Democrat News StaffUsing pageant platform to share important message
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BRAD Assistance Available (1/14/21)Times-Democrat News StaffApplications being accepted by appointment only
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Rector School Board Meets (1/14/21)By Jane Gatewood, Times-Democrat News StaffExtends superintendent's contract, updated on virtual learning at gathering
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Year in Review Part III 2021 (1/14/21)Times-Democrat News StaffHighlights of the third quarter of 2020
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Swearing-In Ceremony Held (1/7/21)Times-Democrat News StaffElected officials take oath of office on New Years Day
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Three More Deaths in Clay County From Virus (1/7/21)Times-Democrat News StaffPredicted Christmas spike is at hand