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BRAD announces winter assistance program to close

Black RiverArea Development Corporation has announced the winter regular assistance program will close on Monday, March 31. Applications for winter crisis assistance will continue until Wednesday, April 30 or until funds are depleted. Applications will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon, and from 1 to 3 p.m., on the second and fourth Mondays at the Piggott Community Center located at 161 E. Pfeiffer Street and on Tuesdays at the BRAD Senior Center in Corning located at 1403 Main Street. Those wanting additional information may call the BRAD office at 870-8108396 or 870-202-1356..

CCSD makes arrests

Two separate traffic stops lead to the arrest of two individuals for drug charges, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Department.

Piggott City Wide Yard Sale set April 5

With only a couple of weeks remaining before the event, the Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce reminds local residents to make their plans for the annual Piggott City Wide Yard Sale. This year’s sale will be held Saturday, April 5, and sales held that day are not required to purchase a permit from the city. Locations will also be featured on a list, which will be available from the Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce. Those wanting to list their sale, along with a brief description, may do so by email at chamberpg@yahoo.com or call 870-598-3167. The last day for listings is Tuesday, April 1.

City of Piggott plans cornhole tournament

The City of Piggott will be hosting a cornhole tournament at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26. at the Piggott Community Center. Those interested may call 870-598-2003 or email acrittenden@cityofpiggott.org. Sign-up fee is $45 per team with a 60/40 payout. A food truck will also be available during the event.

Well registration deadline set March 31

Farmers and landowners are encouraged to register their 2024 wells and relifts before Monday, March 31. For more information you may visit the Clay Conservation District/NRCS office at 168 East Main Street in Piggott or call Daniel Gosset at 870-598-2287 Ext. 3. Failure to register wells before March 31, 2025, will result in a late fee as well as the registration fee.