Brian Scott Gower
Brian Scott Gower, born on March 12, 1963, in Lansing, Michigan, was sent to his eternal home on February 28, 2025, in Rowlett, Texas, after a series of short illnesses. Scott was the son of Thomas Ray Gower and Judy Roberts Gower.
March 2025
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Jackson serves as page for Rep. Wooldridge
Adrianna Jackson, an eighth grade student at Rector High School and the daughter of Crystal and Justin Jackson, served as legislative page for Representative Jeremy Wooldridge on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the State Capitol in Little Rock. She told that when her brother took a fifth grade field trip to the Capitol, she was able to go and saw the pages. She told her dad that she’d like to do that someday and he spoke with RES Principal Mark Manchester on her behalf. It was not difficult to submit her request to Rep. Wooldridge because of her work ethic and all-around good attitude and citizenship.
Jackson Hill receives Hall of Fame honors
Jackson Hill, of Rector, is among 17 Northwest Mississippi Community College students inducted into the 2024-25 Hall of Fame, the highest honor a student can achieve at the college.
Rector Chamber banquet scheduled April 24
The annual Rector Area Chamber of Commerce banquet, Rector….Always Home, is scheduled for Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rector Community Center.
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Rector School District will host parent/ teacher conferences from 3: 30 to 6: 30 p. m.
End of an era…Smith retires from CCECC after 56 years of service
For more than half a century, David Smith has been a constant force in the evolution of Clay County Electric Cooperative. Through technological advancements, industry shifts and natural disasters, he has remained a reliable leader, guaranteeing reliable electricity for the rural communities of northeast Arkansas. Now, after 56 years of service—including 18 as General Manager—Smith is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, devotion and progress.
Inclement weather delays February QC meeting
Due to inclement weather, the regular meeting of the Clay County Quorum Court for the month of February was held on Monday, March 3 at the courthouse in Corning with Justices Dennis Haines, Patrick Patterson, David Hatcher, George Lowe, Randy Kingston, Jody Henderson and Brad Green present. Justices Neal Smith and David Cagle were absent.