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  • Joined: December 14, 2022
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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.

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.

Greenway men arrested on drug charges

Two Greenway men were arrested on multiple charges after a traffic stop at the St. Francis River Bridge on Hwy. 90 and an executed search warrant of a residence, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Department.

BRIEFS

Rector School District will host parent/ teacher conferences from 3: 30 to 6: 30 p. m.

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.