The Arkansas Master’Singers, in collaboration with the Williams Singers, are set to take the stage for a concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, at Manley Chapel on the campus of Williams Baptist University.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Department reports on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m. a Clay County Deputy was on patrol north of Corning on CR 142, when he was flagged down by an individual who said a black mustang had been seen trespassing on their property. The deputy was also advised that the vehicle was at a bridge on CR 181. The deputy went to check on the vehicle and noticed it stopped on the bridge just east of CR 181. The deputy made a stop on the vehicle, and made contact with two individuals. A check was done on both individuals, and both showed to be on probation with a search waiver on file. A search was conducted on the vehicle and individuals. Taken into custody and transported to the Clay County Detention Center was 28-year-old Johnathon Luke Colburn of Corning. He was booked on the charges of possession of meth or cocaine LT 2 GM and possession of drug paraphernalia.
From the Rector Community Center lobby décor to the sophisticated table arrangements the tone for a star-studded evening was set. The crowd attending the annual Rector Chamber of Commerce was treated to Pat Mitchell’s Traveling Wisk catering, a streamlined program of awards, and a rollicking yet sincere key note address by “Rector’s native son,” Craig Snow made the evening delightful.
Piggott Heritage Car Show is preparing for the 25th annual event set for May 17 through 19. Entrants from several states participate every year as this is a highly anticipated event for classic and custom car lovers.
Kindergarten students at Piggott Elementary are learning about embryology through a youth educational program provided by the Clay County Extension Service. Extension Staff Chair Stewart Runsick recently provided eggs to each classroom and explained what embryology is and how to hatch chicks.
Craig Snow, 1982 Rector High School graduate and successful entrepreneur, told how he took the lessons he learned in Rector and used them to embark on many successful endeavors throughout his life and career. His primary point was “Connections Matter” whether they are those forged through high school memories or between neighbors. “Creating community is vital for people and the town itself,” he said. “School, church, work – every connection was important in my upbringing and created steps to a career of importance to my family.” Snow continued to mention the things he learned during his growing up years in Rector to include, “Lean on community, learn from community, and allow these connections to guide you and keep you on the right path.”
At the monthly City Council meeting held April 1, at the Rector Community Center executive meeting room, those present heard from audience member Logan Lee as to potential construction of up to thirty-five apartments on city owned property near the WISE Company. Ordinance work and work with the Council and the Mayor will need to go forward prior to zoning and a timeline. Mayor Shawn Brandon and the City Council members voiced affirmative comments regarding additional affordable housing to potentially be located in Rector.
The Rector School Board met Monday, April 1, in a regular meeting on a rescheduled date to avoid any chance of disruption on April 8, the date of the Great American Eclipse, when the school system will not be in session.