Stories from Thursday, July 9, 2009

Former Clay County Justice of the Peace Triply Muse was honored Monday for 20 years of service as a member of the quorum court. Judge Gary Howell made the presentation on behalf of JP's Dennis Haines, James Jeffress, David Cagle, Greg Ahrent, Rex Smart, Doyne Holifield, Mark Watson, Burton Eddington and Jody Henderson. ...

In the years following World War II, Piggott became known as "the marrying town." Residents of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and other states flocked to the city for their nuptials...mainly because there was no three-day waiting period in Arkansas. ...

The first Kids College program in Rector was a success, as 44 boys and girls took part in the unique event last week. "I thought everything went real well," coordinator Jacinda Welch said. "The response was strong, especially considering this was the first year we had Kids College in Rector. I definitely think this sets the stage for the program to continue to grow, as well as bringing in more programs."...