Rector Cougars defeated the Cross County Thunderbirds 69-56 in action Friday, Jan. 20. Cooper Rabjohn led the way with 22. Cash Lindsey finished with 15 and Kameron Jones chipped in 14. Rector moves to 17-3 and 8-2 in league play.
Three Rivers College and the University of Missouri Butler County Extension Office will host Ag Connect on Jan. 20-21 at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff to bring everyone together and connect farmers to their roots. There will be beneficial information and workshops for all facets of agriculture found in Southeast Missouri and Northwest Arkansas— row crop, livestock, forestry, ag business side, and more.
Piggott hosted the Corning Bobcats on Tuesday, Jan. 17 and the senior boys started out with a tied score at the end of the first quarter and led the Bobcats 31-30 at half-time. Unfortunately they couldn’t keep the lead and lost the game 66-71.
The young, junior Lady Cougars team, coached by Shea McCain, has seen its share of ups and downs throughout the season. The team has won in overtime, lost heartbreakers by one point, but all the while learning and growing as individuals and as a team. Coach Bill Taylor and Coach Shea McCain have worked with each other for all the Lady Cougar teams, producing a group of hard-working, persevering players, coming together as teams that play hard each game.
The Lady Mohawks traveled to Corning to participate in the First National Bank Battle of the Border Tournament held Jan. 14 to 21. The team was on fire for all the games but came up short for the championship.
Little Rock, Ark. – Arkansas hospitals are facing a critical staffing shortage that is only exacerbating the profound financial volatility they are facing.
The Arkansas School Boards Association (ASBA) announced that January is School Board Appreciation Month in Arkansas. School board members play an essential role in the community. Piggott will join other districts in Arkansas in celebration of their board by thanking them for the time, talents and knowledge they bring to the district and for their commitment to the families and children of this community.
The Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce Annual Eureka Springs Chocolate Lover’s Festival is one of the most beloved events in the area. This unique festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 , at the Eureka Springs Community Center.
Powhatan Historic State Park will host a cross-stitch workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4. The cost of the workshop is $20 and reservations are required. Those taking part will learn that cross-stitching is not only the oldest form of embroidery, but also one of the easiest to learn. Participants will learn basic stitch techniques, pattern reading, and will stitch one of several historic or modern patterns of their choosing. The registration fee covers the cost of materials but participants are asked to bring a sack lunch. Those wanting to obtain more information, or register, may call the park office at 870-878-6765 or email them at powhatan@arkansas.com