It happened here, years ago

The Piggott Mohawks won the 2-A football championship Friday, Nov. 14 as they visited the Corning Bobcats and shut out their cross-county rivals 28-0. Rick Rodery had the first touchdown of the game, and the following Bobcat drive ended as Kenny Payne recovered a fumble on the Mohawk 13. In the second half Jimmy Johnson hit Richard Robinson for two TD's, and Rodery ran another, as Tim Huffman was a perfect four for four in PAT attempts. The win earns the Mohawks a shot at 3-A Augusta, and the two teams will meet Friday, Nov. 21 at Kays Stadium at ASU.

Also this week, deer season will be Nov. 27-29 in Clay County and only bucks will be harvested this year; meanwhile, Greenway High School will observe homecoming Nov. 21 as they host the Knobel Mustangs.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the features include--"The Great Bank Robbery" and "Death Rides a Horse."

A break-in at Taylor Motors in Piggott netted thieves $125 in cash, and the suspects left the scene in a new black and green Chrysler 300. Meanwhile, Gertrude B. Hollins has retired from the Cooperative Extension Service after 23 years of service, the past six in Clay County.

The Lions Auction is set for Nov. 22 and the proceeds will go toward lighting and a sound system for the PHS gym.

1979

The local ambulance commission reports that their new ambulance has arrived. Pictured were commission members Norman Muse, Orville Schultz and Gaye Wiley along with Mayor James Morris and EMT Bill Alstadt. Meanwhile, 91 donors turned out for the local Red Cross Blood Drive, as Kenneth Mowery became the first local participant to go over the gallon mark.

Jack Vaughn is recovering from an injury that occurred when he got his hand caught in the compactor on his garbage truck recently. And JP's discussed road conditions around Carryville at their monthly meeting.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the feature is "The Muppet Movie" while the late show was "Tonight I Love You."

A Wisconsin man escaped serious injury when his semi-truck overturned on U.S. 62 west of Piggott as he failed to negotiate "Dead Man's Curve." And the latest entries in the Belle and Beau contest this year are--Michael Harrell, Tammy Belote, Timmy Mowery, Traci Veal and Wade Smart.

Congrats to Mr. and Mrs. Orlie Woodard as they mark their 50th wedding anniversary Nov. 21, while Mr. and Mrs. Carl Pollard will celebrate their 25th in the week to come.

In sports, Donnie Morrison was ASU's back of the week after accounting for 13 tackles and a forced fumble against the University of Wyoming. And the Mohawks dropped a pair to Gosnell. Matt Sutfin had 14 for the "B" team in their loss, while Todd Watson had 12 for the varsity. And the Greenway Tigers swept the MissCo Tigers in this year's homecoming.

1984

The JP's approved the 1985 budget, and a five percent cost of living increase, at their meeting. They also approved, after great discussion, an increase for juvenile officer Emma Pulliam from $4,800 to $7,300 per year. And the theme for this year's Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade, set for Nov. 26, is "Christmas is Coming" according to chairman Bob Fry, Jr.

Neal Martin of the Piggott USDA Soil Conservation Service office was recognized for "Sustained Superior Performance" recently. Martin has been local soil conservationist the past two and a half years. Meanwhile, William Ernest Hanna and Ruth Elnora (Hardy) Hanna were set to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr. Hanna had operated the Esso Station in St. Francis for many years.

At the Carolyn Theater this week the feature was "Teachers" while the late show was "Pizza Girls."

All District Mohawk football players this year include--Thad Hinkle, Stacey Wade and Michael Lewis and honorable mentions went to Lee Holifield and Randy Lowe. Also in sports, the Mohawk basketball team visited Marmaduke for their homecoming and fell 78-105 with Dane Coomer leading the way with 30. The junior boys dropped their game 34-47 with Shawn Parker pacing the Piggott effort with eight. Meanwhile, Sabrina Tate had 25 as the Lady Mohawks upset Westside 58-53. Earlier in the season they fell to Clay County Central and beat Delaplaine.

1989

Two men were killed in separate accidents 20 years ago this week. Danny F. Burns of Piggott was killed in a crash Nov. 20 near Oak Grove when his van struck a disabled vehicle was sitting along the roadway. Meanwhile, Nicky Burns, 21, of Lafe and formerly of Piggott (but no relation) was killed in a crash Nov. 19 west of Pollard on U.S. 62.

The 1990 county budget failed to gain approval after questions concerning the salary of juvenile officer Emma Pulliam. JP's were told that Pulliam was requesting $17,500, and would not work for less. It was noted that deputy sheriff's were salaried at $15,691 per year, and a motion was made to pay her $15,000. That measure died for lack of a second, and the budget remains in limbo.

The Piggott Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed their efforts at a public meeting, and gave updates on several areas. The new baseball diamond complex was discussed, along with plans to add a playground. Efforts at the swimming pool were outlined, and commissioners talked about the 39.7 "County Home Property" on the west edge of the city (how Heritage Park). Plans call for a city park that will include a fishing pond, nature trails and playground equipment.

In sports, the Piggott Mohawks had the honor of being the first team to visit the new 1,800 set Marmaduke High School gym in the past week. The junior Mohawks dropped a 28-49 game on Thursday night, and the Piggott "A" and "B" teams visited the facility Friday night. The "B" Mohawks fell 43-72 while the varsity was edged out 70-78 with Mark Box and Chris Morris each scoring 11. Jeff Carr led the way for the Hounds with 19 in the building's debut. Meanwhile, the Lady Mohawks dropped games to Gosnell and Pocahontas to start the season.