Patricia Ann (Calvin) Vangilder
Patricia Ann (Calvin) Vangilder, 78, of West Monroe, La., passed away Friday, May 20, 2022 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, La.
May 2022
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Barbara Jo Souheaver
Barbara Jo Souheaver was born September 6, 1938, to Dallas and Vada Marie (Nesbitt) Souheaver, and left this world on May 18, 2022, at Rector Nursing and Rehab Center. She is survived by a nephew, Sam (Ann) Presley of Paragould, and her sisters Jean Cole of Rector, and Kay Smith of Oak Grove, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Three Rivers College honors top students
Rebecca Finley of Piggott was among more than 60 highest performing students recently recognized at Three Rivers College annual Student Excellence Awards ceremony. Winners were chosen to represent each academic department and career education program, the Three Rivers external locations, honor societies, and major student organizations.
Williams Cemetery Association business meeting scheduled
The annual Williams Cemetery Association business meeting and homecoming will be held beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 28. The gathering will be held at the cemetery, located on CR 450 between Piggott and Crockett, and all are welcome to attend.
CLAY COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
The Clay County Cattlemen’s Association is proud to announce Carly Robinson of Rector High School as the recipient of this year’s CCCA Scholarship. She plans to attend Black River Technical College to major in Animal Science. Her goal is to obtain her degree and assist in her family cattle operation. As a student, Carly was active in FFA, softball, basketball, Math Club, Science Club and Pep Club. She is the daughter of Dawn Martin and Ward Robinson. Members of the CCA Scholarship Committee presenting the Certificate were Kenny Collier and Sherry Dills. Additional scholarship committee members are Dale Grimes, Randy Anders and Dillan Hartsfield.
Turner graduates from Harding University
Jessica Turner of Piggott is one of more than 700 students who received diplomas and were recognized as Harding University graduates for Spring 2022 during a commencement ceremony on May 7, 2022. Turner received a Master of Arts in excellence in teaching.
PACE nominations being accepted
Nominations are being accepted for the Piggott Schools PACE program (Program for Academic and Creative Excellence). Nomination forms may be picked up and returned to the elementary school or high school offices. Those wanting more information may contact Cassie Knight, PACE coordinator, by email at cassie.knight@piggottschools.net or by phone at the PES office at 870-598-2546.
Mary’s Chapel Cemetery meeting set June 5
The annual Mary’s Chapel Cemetery meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, in the conference room of the Rector Community Center. Any-one with ties to the cemetery is urged to attend and help support the cemetery.
HPMEC Summer Writer’s Retreat planned
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Education Center in Piggott will host its Summer 2022 Writer’s Retreat June 13 through the 17. The retreat will be held in the education center and the Hemingway barn-studio and will offer writers the opportunity to work under the direction of a professional mentor.
New at the library
The following materials are now available at the Rector Public Library FICTION Sea of Tranquility : a novel – Emily St John Mandel 22 seconds – James Patterson When she dreams – Amanda Quick YOUNG ADULT FICTION She gets the girl – Rachael Lippincott Family of liars – E. Lockhart I am the ghost in your house – Mar Romasco – Moore Howl – Shaun David Hutchinson Loveless – Alice Oseman Flirting with fate – J.C.