August 2024

Those of us that regularly shop for groceries are aware of the rising costs of food. We can’t change cost increases, but we can work on shopping smarter to stretch our food dollars.

Entergy Arkansas recently donated $1,000 in philanthropic giving to the City of Rector to support renovations to the city’s athletic facilities. The grant will be used to upgrade the concession stand area of the city’s ballpark, which is used for baseball, softball, rodeo events and more.

The August meeting of the Clay County Quorum Court consisted of a short agenda as justices met in Corning at the Western District Courthouse on Monday, August 19, 2024. Justices Brad Green and David Cagle were not in attendance. After the meeting began with its usual procedures, it advanced with the business slated for the monthly meeting.

Piggott City Council met for public meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug.

The Piggott School Board met on Tuesday,Aug. 20 with board members Jacob Richardson, Rob Chandler, Fallon Winscott and Kristin Crittenden present with board member Jennifer Rahn absent. Richardson took on the duties of the president for the meeting.

Let the fun begin – Again! As Labor Day 2024 Grand Marshal Sherry Dills commented, “Rector’s Labor Day Picnic is the highlight of the year – always has been.” Rector’s annual Labor Day Picnic, homecoming events, and class reunions get underway Friday night with some reunion classes beginning to gather to share memories and food. Reunions throughout the weekend are traditionally held at local and neighboring restaurants or church facilities.