Piggott School Board holds public meeting, vehicle purchases approved in regular session
On Monday, Oct. 9, the Piggott School Board held their annual public meeting in the high school library, followed by the regular monthly meeting.
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Kinsmen Quartet concert set at Piggott First Baptist Church
The Kinsmen Quartet will be in concert at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov.
Arkansas State University to offer pottery class to public
For those who have admired pottery and thought about making their own, the Department of Art + Design at Arkansas State University will offer a class this fall for the public. Dr.
New court date set for women charged in abuse of juveniles
Defendants Rhonda Michelle Parks, 42, and Anita Joyce Parks, 69, both of Piggott, appeared in Clay County Circuit Court Monday, Oct. 9, at which time a new court date was set for Jan.
Three Rivers College opens nominations for 2024 Distinguished Alumni and Alumni Star Awards
Three Rivers College is currently accepting nominations for its 2024 Distinguished Alumni and Alumni Star Awards. The Distinguished Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed on alumni of Three Rivers College.
Pig-gott Smoked BBQ Cook-Off set for Saturday
Piggott Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced the second annual Pig-gott Smoked BBQ Cook-Off set for Saturday, Oct. 21. Teams are slated to compete for cash and trophies—not to mention bragging rights. The day will also include live music, a cornhole tournament, bouncy houses for the kids, vendors and prizes as the sweet smell of barbecue will fill the air. Everyone is invited to attend.
Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas receives grant from Nestlé USA
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas received $25,962 from Nestlé USA to support children at risk of hunger through its Backpack Program. The mission of the Backpack Program is to meet the needs of hungry children by providing them with nutritious and easy-to-prepare food to take home on weekends and school holidays when other resources are not available.
Rector city wide yard sale Saturday
The Rector city wide yard sale will be held Saturday, Oct. 14. Rector Memorial Park facilities will be avail-able to residents free of charge during the day, but those using the park are reminded to bring their own tables for displays and will be required to clean their area once the sale is completed.
Park Cemetery in need of donations
Park 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 donation,” com-mented 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
Powhatan Historic State Park to offer Ghost Walk guided tours
Powhatan Historic State Park will once again be offering Ghost Walk tours where park interpreters will take guests on guided tours, highlighting the many ghost stories, folk tales and legends about the park. The tours are set for Friday, Oct. 20 and Saturday, Oct. 21. Admission is $6.50 for adults and $4.50 for children under 12. Space is limited and reservations are required. For available tour times and reservations call 870-878-6765 or email powhatan@arkansas.com to reserve your spot.