Sandra Jean Mays, 71, of Rector, Ark., passed from the cares of this life to forever be with Jesus on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould, Ark. She was born on October 20, 1950, in Rector to the late Vernon and Hazel Collier Mays.
Josie Maxine Brandon, 93, of Piggott, Ark., departed this life on September 26, 2022, at Chaffee Nursing Center in Chaffee, Mo. She was born on November 19, 1928, to Doctor (Dock)Aden Duckworth and Zelma (Grider) Duckworth.
Marilyn Joan Evans, 84, of Piggott, Ark., passed away September 30, 2022, at Rector Nursing and Rehab in Rector, Ark. She was born on February 9, 1938, in Piggott, and was the daughter of Mack and Virgie (Nettles) Evans.
Larissa LaDonn Allen departed this life on September 23, 2022, at the age of 55, following a four-year-long battle with breast cancer, to enter her eternal rest. She was a devoted wife, mother, teacher, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose motto was “Choose joy” and “Be the light.” And that she did and was!
The Three Rivers College Music Department will present its Fall Showcase at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25 at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center. In this Showcase, Three Rivers vocal and instrumental students will perform diverse solos and ensembles, as well as a “mini-musical” performance by the premier student musical theater ensemble. Admission is free.
Powhatan Historic State Park will once again be offering Ghost Walk tours. The tours are set for Saturday, Oct.
In response to popular demand, the Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a fall city wide yard sale on Saturday, Oct. 8. As with the spring event, the yard sale fee will be waived by the City of Piggott for that day and a list of participating locations will be available from the Chamber of Commerce. Organizers also report a scrap electronics, or E-Waste, effort will follow in mid-October in conjunction with the regional landfill. Those wanting to include their sale on the list may call the Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce during regular business hours at 870-598-3167 or email chamberpg@yahoo.com.
Piggott schools art class recently participated in the Arkansas Peace Week Art Competition in Little Rock. All the students submitted art for the theme “End Racism.
Mandy Isom was recently chosen asTeacher of the Month for Rector Elementary. She received two nominations. The first nomination stated,“Mrs.Mandy spends countless hours getting data and materials for teachers ready. She is always willing to help out if she is able. She wears many hats, and wears them well. She is kindhearted and loving to everyone she comes in contact with. Mrs. Mandy always has a kind and encouraging word to say to the students. She always has a smile on her face, even when it is difficult to find a reason to smile. Mrs. Mandy never expects anything in return for her acts of kindness.”The second nomination said. “Mrs. Mandy is a great advocate for our teachers and students. She works very hard to ensure that our teachers have the latest information on state requirements and how to best serve our students. She often spends lots of time researching options for our school and gathering relevant data so that we can better serve our students. Mrs. Mandy is friendly and approachable. If she doesn’t have the answer you need,she’ll put in the time to find it for you. Mrs.Mandy has a heart that truly cares for our students and we are so blessed to have her as part of our school.”(Courtesy photo)
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