Donald Treston Roeder Donald Treston Roeder, 91, of Piggott, Arkansas, passed away September 4, 2024, at Piggott Community Hospital in Piggott. He was born on June 2, 1933, in Bonne Terre, Missouri, to the late Karl James and Jessie (McKenzie) Roeder.
The 44th annual Maynard Pioneer Days is set Thursday, Sept. 12 through Saturday, Sept. 14. They’ll kick things off this year with “School Night” at 5 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Pioneer Park and Museum. The festivities continue on Friday with a chicken ‘n dumpling or hamburger plate served at 5 p.m., baked goods contest, auction and a free concert by Cory Jackson at 7 p.m. The annual parade is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday. There will also be crafts, concessions, blacksmithing demonstrations, bounce house, and music from Dixon Street. Those wanting additional information may call 870-6472701.
Powhatan Historic State Park will host a Trial by Jury from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. Join park staff and become the judge, part of the jury, a lawyer, or maybe even the accused as they bring a court case from Powhatan’s history to life. No acting experience is needed, but participants should come ready to dive in and interact with each other. Space is limited and registration is required with the fee set at $25. Registration fee is $25. To register for the workshop or for questions about events at Powhatan Historic State Park, email Park Interpreter Zachary Elledge atZachary.elledge@arkansas.govor call 870-878-6765.
The Black River Technical College Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meet-ing at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept.
Piggott Agri teacher and FFAsponsor, Casey Simpson, along with his students are excited for the new upgrades to their equipment thanks to a grant Simpson applied for and was granted. Simpson applied for a Modernization Grant through the Arkansas Department of Education Division of Career and Technical Education.
Myra Lea Parks Myra Lea Parks, a beacon of love and friendship, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, in Paragould, Arkansas, at the age of 82. Born on June 22, 1942, in Clay County, Arkansas, Myra grew up in a world that was rapidly changing, yet she held on to the timeless values of kindness and generosity that would define her life.