Lifestyle
ASU awarded $32,042 grant by CDC and ADH
Thanks to a newly acquired grant, initial research will soon begin at Arkansas State University to better understand vaccine hesitancy. The grant is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Arkansas Department of Health (ADH).
Piggott and Rector to host blood drives Jan. 16
The American Red Cross urges blood donors of all types and those who have never given before to book a time to give blood. People of all blood types are needed, especially platelet donors and those with type O blood – blood products that are critical to keeping hospitals ready to help patients depending on transfusions in the weeks ahead.
Arkansas State Parks introduces Club 52
Arkansas State Parks is introducing Club 52, a rewards program that encourages people to visit all 52 state parks. Club 52 is an extension of the Arkansas State Parks Passport Program, which helps guests document trips to state parks by receiving a stamp or stamp rubbing in an Arkansas State Parks Passport.
Commodity distribution slated for Clay County Jan. 11
A commodity distribution for Clay County is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Jan.
Rainwater accepts position at BRTC
Black River Technical College is pleased to announce Jessica Rainwater of Delaplaine has accepted the position of Communication Specialist. Rainwater earned an Associate of Arts degree from BRTC in 2011.
Dollar General now open in Pollard
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. – Dollar General is excited to announce its store at 7720 US Hwy 62 in Pollard is now open! DG stores are proud to provide area residents with an affordable and convenient store location to purchase household essentials including food, cleaning supplies, paper products, over-the-counter medicines, hygiene products, baby items and more through its mission of Serving Others.
Rector Chamber of Commerce to hold Christmas lighting contest
The Rector Area Chamber of Commerce is once again sponsoring their annual Christmas lighting contest for homes in the Rector city limits. Judging will take place over a four-day period beginning Thursday, Dec.
RFD responds to house fire
On Saturday, Nov. 26, Rector Fire Department received a call of smoke venting from a house located at 115 N. Phillips St. Upon arrival the fire had already broken through the roof. Greenway and Marmaduke Fire Departments were requested for assistance. Neighbors verified that there were no occupants at home and contact was made to the homeowner, Brandon Lind, as he was out of town. Due to construction and intensity of the fire it was a difficult it was a difficult extinguishment complicated with a complete roof collapse. Fire was controlled and extinguished and all units performed salvage and overhaul and returned to duty.