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Full schedule awaits visitors at annual St. Francis Picnic
In keeping with their longstanding tradition, a full slate of pageants, food and fun is set for the annual St. Francis Picnic, being held this Saturday, July190, to benefit the Hall and Gravel Hill cemeteries. The popular event is held the third Saturday of each July at the picnic grounds in St. Francis, with events and activities going on throughout the day.
Football field lighting upgrade tabled at Piggott School Board meeting
The Piggott School Board met on Tuesday, July 8 in regular session with board members Fallon Winscott Boshoff, Jacob Richardson, Tim Boyd and Rob Chandler present. Board member Kristin Crittenden was absent.
Annexation ordinance among topics at Rector City Council meeting
At the Rector City Council meeting held on Thursday, July 10, the Council addressed multiple points of new business to include the annexation ordinance. This ordinance had been under discussion and consultation with City Attorney Kimberly Dale and Clay County Judge Mike Patterson. Council operated with the understanding that three parcels along 9th Street were owned by the City and one parcel was owned by Farren Young who, in previous interactions, indicated he was not opposed to the annexation. Judge Patterson reviewed all paperwork and concluded that the annexation was in good order and issued that ruling July 2, 2025.
Clay County Field Day set Friday
The annual Clay County Field Day Tours will be held Friday, July 18 near Corning. The tour will showcase demonstrations of new corn hybrids, rice, and soybean varieties. Extension specialists will be on hand to give production updates. In addition, seed company representatives will provide information regarding their products.
Catfish dinner and musical entertainment planned at Ford Room in Rector
Popular demand will bring to the Ford Room on Friday, July 18 an entertaining event - Dinner and a Show. Pond raised, USAcatfish with all the trimmings will be the menu. Seating will be for conversation and dining and the show will be a hit, based on knowledge of the artists performing. The dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the show following at 7 p.m.
Clay County Sheriff ’s Department makes multiple arrests
A Clay County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop shortly after midnight on Thursday, June 26, that led to the arrest of a Piggott man on drug charges.
Parks Cemetery accepting donations
Parks Cemetery, located 2 miles west of Rector, is in need of donations for the upkeep of the cemetery. “If you have loved ones buried at the cemetery we would appreciate your do-nation,” commented a spokesperson. Donations may be sent to Centennial Bank, P.O. Box 6, Rector, AR 72461 or Michele Layer, 421 N. Ballard,Apt. 20, Rector, AR 72461
Carter announces candidacy for State Representative, District 1
Lifelong Greene County resident and respected community leader Brian Carter has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative, District 1. With a proven record of public service, deep community roots, and a commitment to common-sense conservative leadership, Carter enters the race with the full support of his family, colleagues, and neighbors.