July 2025
New at the library
The following materials are now available at the Rector Public Library.
Killing Clayton
Part 7: Calves in the Butcher Shop. Killing Clayton is a limited weekly column about a corrupt election, the assassination of possible Clay County namesake John Clayton, and the shadow it cast on Arkansas history.
Hitt announces candidacy for Circuit Judge, Division 4
Curtis Hitt has officially announced his candidacy for the office of Circuit Judge, Division 4, in the Second Judicial District of Arkansas. The district includes the counties of Craighead, Greene, Clay, Mississippi, Poinsett, and Crittenden.
Carter announces candidacy for State Representative, District 1
Lifelong Greene County resident and respected community leader Brian Carter has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative, District 1. With a proven record of public service, deep community roots, and a commitment to common-sense conservative leadership, Carter enters the race with the full support of his family, colleagues, and neighbors.
Parks Cemetery accepting donations
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 do-nation,” 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
Clay County Sheriff ’s Department makes multiple arrests
A Clay County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop shortly after midnight on Thursday, June 26, that led to the arrest of a Piggott man on drug charges.
Catfish dinner and musical entertainment planned at Ford Room in Rector
Popular demand will bring to the Ford Room on Friday, July 18 an entertaining event - Dinner and a Show. Pond raised, USAcatfish with all the trimmings will be the menu. Seating will be for conversation and dining and the show will be a hit, based on knowledge of the artists performing. The dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the show following at 7 p.m.
Clay County Field Day set Friday
The annual Clay County Field Day Tours will be held Friday, July 18 near Corning. The tour will showcase demonstrations of new corn hybrids, rice, and soybean varieties. Extension specialists will be on hand to give production updates. In addition, seed company representatives will provide information regarding their products.