Clay County youth compete at State 4-H O-Rama
For youth throughout the state, the 4-H O-Rama program is the culmination of a 4-H member’s year of hard work and dedication. It is designed to supplement the county 4-H program and project work.
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Piggott Farmers Market remains open on Fridays
Piggott Farmers Market is still open every Friday from 8 a.m. to noon at the First National Bank Pavilion on East Main.
Booth rental available for Clay County Fair
The Clay County Fair is set for Sept. 13 to 16, and commercial booths are now available for rental. The booths are indoor, air conditioned and include electrical hook-ups. Rental rates are just $50, which covers the full run of the fair. Those wanting additional information, or to reserve a booth, may contact Barbara Collier at 870 598-7311.
Local youth rewarded for meeting challenge
Piggott youth, Jonah Mahan, was presented lawn equipment from Rodney Smith, Jr. last week for his completion of the “50 Yard Challenge”. In addition to receiving a lawn mower, trimmer and leaf blower, Mahan was surprised to be announced as Mower of the Month for June.
Arkansas State University to host 2023 Summer Commencement ceremony
Arkansas State University will host its 2023 Summer Commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug.
Neighbor to Neighbor work day set
On Saturday, Aug. 5, to prepare for Neighbor to Neighbor Work Day which will take place on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 19, a group of N2N volunteer leaders met at Rector First Baptist (RFBC) Family Life Center. The group made a plan to work on yards and ditches that need extra mowing and weed-eating, and a plan to haul off limbs and other debris, especially along the Labor Day Picnic event’s most traveled roadways.
Delta District Ice Cream Social being hosted by Clay County EH
The Clay County Extension Homemakers will be hosting the Delta District Ice Cream Social at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16, at the Family Life Center located on S. Taylor Avenue in Piggott. Persons are asked to RSVP by Aug. 11 to cholmes@uada.edu or by calling 870-598-2246. Hemingway-Pfeiffer group tours are also being offered on the hour for a fee of $10 for those interested. Those interested will need to note they are interested in the tour when contacting Christin Holmes.
Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum now hosting art exhibit
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum is now hosting Series 3 of The Veneto of Ernest Hemingway; Across the River into the Trees. The exhibit is comprised of beautiful black and white panels. This exhibit may be in the new exhibit room on the second floor in the museum and will be on display through August. For more information you may contact the museum at 870598-3487.
Sewing worksop set at Powhatan Park
Powhatan Historic State Park, 4414 Hwy. 25, Powhatan, will host a summer workshop on sewing and quiltingfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 19. Park staff will teach basic quilting techniques and the history of quilting. Learn how to how to piece together a quilt square, how to layer your quilt, and the quilt stitch. A perfect companion to the basic sewing class. Participants will leave with their own quilt square. The registration fee is $15 and space is limited.
New at the library
The following materials are now available at the Rector Public Library. FICTION Circle of Death – James Patterson The Housemaid – Freida McFadden What the neighbors saw : a novel – Melissa Adelman Obsessed – James Patterson Must love flowers : a novel – Debbie Macomber After Death – Dean Koontz Ward D: A Gripping Psychological Thriller – Freida McFadden The five-star weekend – Elin Hilderbrand You were always mine – Christine Pride Dead fall : a thriller – Brad Thor Secrets in the dark – Heather Graham Hello beautiful : a novel – Ann Napolitano The housemaid’s secret – Freida McFadden EASY Mister Seahorse – Eric Carle Easy Boardbook The very busy spider – Eric Carle JUVENILE FICTION Without a trace – Carolyn Keene Escape – R.A.