Rigdon’s handmade bats, rolling pins continue to benefit local cemeteries
For nearly a decade, Sonny Rigdon has quietly turned his woodworking hobby into a heartfelt mission to support his community.
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Piggott City Council meets, declares council vacancy
The Piggott City Council met in regular session on Monday, Aug. 25 with council members Jeff Benbrook, Tracy Cole and Jamey Parks present. Mayor Bradley Scheffler was absent.
Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum holds informational community meeting
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center held an informational community meeting on Monday, Aug. 18 regarding the National Heritage Area System. The meeting was held at the Matilda and Karl Pfeiffer Museum.
Extension hosts fish fry, interpretive event
Prior to the August Quorum Court meeting on Monday, Aug. 18, the Clay County justices and county administration met at 5:30 p.m. at the Black River Trap and Skeet Club where Clay County Extension agents held a fish fry and interpretive event.
HPMEC to host poetry workshop
The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center will hold a poetry workshop in the educational center on Saturday, Nov. 8 with limited seating. For more information please contact the museum at 870--598-3487 or shwilliams@astate.edu. HPMEC is an Arkansas State University Heritage Site at 1913 Museum Row, formally known as 1021 West Cherry Street in Piggott.
Clay County youth excel at 2025 State 4-H O-Rama
Three Clay County 4-H members showcased their talents and determination at the 2025 State 4-H O-Rama held at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville on July 21 through 24. The four-day event, themed “Clover Quest: A Gathering of Champions,” brought together youth from across the state for competitions, workshops, tours, and fun-filled activities.
2025 St. Francis Picnic Pageant Winners
2025 St. Francis Picnic Pageant Winners
Powhatan State Park to host Band Box Workshop
Powhatan Historic State Park will host a Band Box Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join park staff and learn the Victorian art of making a decorative hat box, glasses case, or tea box.
2025 Pollard Picnic Pageant Winners
(Left) - Crowned 2025 Junior Miss Pollard was Brynli Dell (center), the daughter of Shannon Dell and Lindsey Baggett. First alternate was Mia Stadler (left), the daughter of Nick and Nikki Stadler. Second alternate was Adalyn Cross (right), the daughter of Ashley Cross.
Pool party enjoyed by 4-H members
On Saturday, July 12, 4-H members from across Clay County came together for one of the most anticipated events of the year—the annual 4-H Pool Party. Held as a way to beat the summer heat and build friendships across club lines, the event brought together members from the Bobcat Club, Piggott Livestock Club, Rector Cougar Club, Tech Changemakers, and the Clay County Leadership group for an evening of fun, laughter, and connection.