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Readers of all ages are invited to participate in the Summer Reading Program at the Piggott Public Library as they present “Color Our World”. The programs are at 11 a.m. Wednesdays during the months of June and July. This year the library will add additional programs and you are encouraged to check out their Facebook page for more details. The 2025 Summer Reading Program is open to children of all ages, with prizes, drawings, stories, reading logs, and more.

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

Enrollment is now open for BRAD (Black River Area Development) Head Start/Early Head Start child development programs in Piggott.

The Rector Public Library is geared-up for a busy June and July as the Summer Reading Program returns. This year’s theme is “Color Our World”. The programs are at 9 a.m. Wednesdays during the month of June and will continue through July 23. This year two Monday programs have been added on June 16 and July 21. The 2025 Summer Reading Program is open to children of all ages, with prizes, drawings, stories, reading logs, and more.

POWHATAN,Ark. – Lake Charles State Park will offer a free fishing derby on Saturday, June 14, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the park, 3705 Highway 25, Powhatan. The event is free and open to the public. Participants will meet at the Swim Beach Parking Lot.

The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center recently announced their summer hours beginning Saturday, May 24.