April 2025
Rector Cougars dominate Marmaduke Greyhounds 14-1
Rector Cougar baseball fans will need a new scorecard for the games with familiar faces playing new positions. As action opened in the conwww. test against rival Marmaduke, Landon Palmer was at catcher and Colton Watson was on the mound. Hayden Vavak held down third, Colton Haywood took short, Holden Tucker managed second base. Austin Avery stretched at first. Ben Schimming played left field, Keighan Ritter at center and Kason Jetton at right field. That line up did not last long as Coach Robert Dorman made three pitching changes in three innings, Hayden Vavak taking the win with the game called at the end of the 5th inning.
Town hall meeting presents future Rector High School
“Together We Achieve” headlines the billboard on Hwy. 49 seen by drivers coming into Rector from the south. The banner addresses the issue before the citizens in the upcoming May 13 election. It pictures Rector School District success through the years. The district has brought pride to the community and is the heartbeat of the town. Now, the RSD is looking to the future by proposing the construction of a new high school facility.
Rector Cougar 4-H takes field trip to Tennessee Safari Park
On Saturday, March 22, the Rector Cougar 4-H Club kicked off their spring break with an exciting field trip to the Tennessee Safari Park. A total of 46 members and parents joined in on the adventure, making for a fun-filled day of animal encounters and outdoor exploration.
UAW retirees to meet in Paragould
United Auto Workers retirees will meet at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, April 10, at Grecian Steak House, 210 Airport Road, in Paragould. All are urged to attend.
Rector City Wide Yard Sale scheduled Saturday
Rector City Wide Yard Sale is scheduled for Saturday,April 12. As a reminder, organizers ask anyone who makes use of the park facilities during the event to please make sure all their items are removed from the park at the end of the yard sale.
School Board meets in special session
Tuesday, April 1, the Piggott School Board met in special session with all board members present. First on the agenda was discussion of Bailey Professional Development with the school board voting to approve.
Lady Cougars to compete in Ridge Runner Showcase
In an announcement made recently, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas released the field for the 2025 Ridge Runner Showcase, which will be held at the PCCUA Gymnasium December 1820.
Rector Gifted and Talented program accepting referrals
The Rector School District Gifted and Talented Program is asking for student referrals for students in the second through 11th grades. Referral forms may be picked up and returned to the elementary, high school or superintendent’s office. Referred students should display high intellectual ability, task commitment and/or motivation and creative ability. Those who have questions or would like more information may contact Lance Mabrey, Rector GT Coordinator, by email at lmabrey@rector.k12.ar.us or by calling Rector Schools at 5953151.