Semi, train crash claims life of local man
A local man was killed Tuesday morning, Sept. 9, when his semi-truck was struck by a train.
September 2025
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Piggott School Board approves numerous items at monthly meeting
Piggott School board met on Tuesday, Sept. 9 with all members present. Motion was made and the reading of the previous months minutes were waived and the financials was accepted. Teachers Cassie Knight and Jerri Tate gave updates on the achievements of The Odyssey of the Mind and art classes. A special meeting was set for Sept. 22 to approve the 2026 fiscal year budget and reports on given on the school year thus far by the principals.
BRAD announces closing of assistance program
Black River Area Development Corporation has announced the Summer Entergy Assistance Program will close Tuesday, Sept. 30 2025. Program coordinators report applications for Summer Energy Assistance will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for Clay County residents at the BRAD Senior Center, 1403 Main Street in Corning.
90th birthday celebration planned
Valda Willie will be honored from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, with a reception in celebration of her 90th birthday.
WINNERS OF THE FIRST OLD TIMERS LIVETOCK SHOW
WINNERS OF THE FIRST OLD TIMERS LIVETOCK SHOW
Rector Area Chamber of Commerce to host art show featuring local artists
The Rector Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an art show on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Noles Social in Rector featuring local artists and artists with ties to the Rector community.
Piggott Mohawk tennis season underway
Piggott Mohawk tennis teams started their season off facing some very tough opponents. On Thursday, Aug. 14 they played host to Tuckerman losing both the boys and girls team match. Houston Dunlap and Kyler Reel and Ty Little and Mason Mowery won their doubles match.
2025 Rector Labor Day Pageant Winners
2025 Rector Labor Day Pageant Winners