Lillie Earline Robinson, known affectionately as Earline to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2024, in Rector, Ark. Born on February 10, 1943, in Doniphan, Mo., Earline was a beacon of love and strength throughout her 81 years of life.
The annual Greenway School reunion will be held beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, at the Piggott Diner. Organizers encourage all former students to attend. Those wanting additional information may contact Jane
The traditional slate of beauty pageants are scheduled in conjunction with this year’s St. Francis Picnic, set for Saturday, July 20, at the picnic grounds in that community.
Parks Cemetery, located 2 miles west of Rector, is in need of donations for the upkeep of the cemetery. “If you have loved ones buried at the cemetery we would appreciate your donation,” commented a spokesperson. Donations may be sent to Centennial Bank, P.O. Box 6, Rector, AR 72461 or Michele Layer, 421 N. Ballard,Apt. 20, Rector,AR 72461
The annual St. Francis School reunion will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19 at the St. Francis Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Meal will be potluck with ham and drinks provided. The reunion is for anyone who attended school at St. Francis, along with spouses and friends. Anyone with old school photos is asked to bring and share with the group. Those needing additional information may contact Ellen Dalton at 870-5983568.
PHS Class of 1974 will celebrate their 50th class reunion on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Strawberry Event Center at 107 Main, Holcomb, Mo. Buffet meal and drink is $25 per person with cash bar available. Money will be paid at the door. Please RSVP by Aug. 23 for meal planning with your name and number in your party. Please send a text or call one of the following with your information: Debra Rouse Whaley, 870530-1855; Teresa Casey Hanners, 573-576-3579, or Susan Alexander, 870-3240398.
Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum & Educational Center in Piggott has announced new dates for its upcoming event, ‘The Garden of Eden’ Reading Retreat and Banquet, Aug. 9-10.
Black River Area Development Corporation (BRAD) announces Summer Energy Assistance began accepting applications on Monday July 8, 2024. Applications will be accepted until it appears funds will be depleted.