Rector board approves contracts
Routine business was conducted at the rescheduled Rector School Board meeting held Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 5 p.m.
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Bishop spreads the love with Valentine concert
When the audience knows all the songs and spontaneously sings along and claps in rhythm, it’s a great experience. That’s the comfort level Vicki Bishop created within the “intimate venue” at the Ford Room at the Rector Community Museum for Thursday’s Valentine concert. “I love this place. I like to see who I’m singing to – I like to keep an eye on you!” That’s the way the night began as she bantered with the “Good Guys,” her band, and with the friends-likefamily audience.
Ozark Folk Center State Park announces music events
The Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View will host nine music events at the park’s 1,000seat indoor music venue, Ozark Highlands Theater, during their upcoming season April 2 - October 26. Evening concerts, music contests and festivals will feature top talent from the Ozarks and beyond, including award-winning songwriters, bands and dancers.
An extra day
When I was younger, my grandmother told everyone her birthday was February 29th. It was not. It was February 28th, but she always wished it were on that special date on the calendar. Probably because she was special, and wanted the extra attention it came with.
VA, TRC team up to host social gatherings for Veterans
The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center and Three Rivers College are teaming up to host a series of Veteran Coffee Social gatherings in February and March.
Rector FFA annual dinner and auction set Saturday
The Rector High School chapter of the FFA will host its annual dinner and auction beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17. The event will be held at the Rector Community Center and all funds generated will benefit the local chapter. Organizers noted donations for the auction are also still being gathered, and are appreciated.
Crittenden, Smart seek Position #5 for Piggott School Board
Kristen Crittenden is running for Position #5 on the Piggott School Board. This position is for the remaining term of Jim Threatt who resigned. She is married to Joseph Crittenden and has two children, 12-year-old Claire and nine-year-old Ryan. Kristen graduated from Piggott High School in 1999 and returned after graduating college in 2004 and currently works at Affinity Counseling in Piggott and Kennett and Families Inc. in Piggott and teaches junior high youth at the First General Baptist. “I have been blessed to work with many different people from all works of life,” she said.
Winscott, Jett vie for position on Piggott School Board
Fallon Winscott is running for Piggott School Board Position #3 in the upcoming election. She is married to Josh and they have two sons, 14-year-old eighth grader Peyton and 10-yearold fifth grader Rylan. The family stays busy attending the football, basketball, baseball and track events the boys are participating in.
Acclaim Press still accepting information
Acclaim Press, who is publishing the Clay County History books, is still accepting family and church history stories. The release date has been pushed back to fall of 2025. Those wanting to submit articles may do so at the Piggott Chamber office at 100 W. Main or by calling 870-598-3167. There is no cost to submit a story. Those interested in purchasing a book at $59.95 may do so by directly contacting Acclaim Press at Acclaimpress.com.
Corn and cotton production meeting held at Rector Community Center
The annual Clay and Greene County Corn and Cotton Production meeting was held Tuesday, Feb. 6, at the Rector Community Center. A nice crowd of producers, crop consultants, and industry representatives were in attendance.