Update on child custody dispute
The following is an update to the article concerning the dispute of custody of a juvenile between the Clay County Sheriff’s Office and the DHS that appeared in the Dec. 25 edition of the Clay County Times-Democrat.
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BRAD announces winter assistance program applications to begin Jan. 6
Black River Area Development Corporation (BRAD) has announced the Winter Regular and Crisis Assistance program will begin accepting applications on Monday, January 6, 2025.
A festive evening for Rector Cougar 4H
Oh, how the chill in the air on Saturday, December 21, made the Rector Cougar 4H Christmas hayride even more festive! Our group bundled up for a magical evening at the Lights of the Delta, soaking in the twinkling holiday displays.
Rep. Rick Crawford votes for economic aid for Arkansas farmers
Washington, D.C. — Representative Rick Crawford (AR-01) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 10545, the American Relief Act, 2025 on Friday, Dec. 20.
IT HAPPENED HERE YEARS AGO….
We begin 2025 with a wrap-up of the last week of news from our coverage years.
Santa, Jingle the Elf bring holiday cheer to Rector Library
The Rector Library was brimming with holiday magic on Wednesday, Dec. 11, as Santa himself stopped by to spread some Christmas cheer! During his visit, over 160 children and adults came through the doors, eager for a chance to meet the jolly man in red. Among the visitors were the Rector Preschool, Rector Kindergarten, and Marmaduke Preschool, making the day extra special with their excitement and joy.
Gifts are bestowed all year
With reference to gift-giving and receiving, I present this thought –gifts are bestowed all year. Whether these are gifts of friendship, health, or simply good cheer, gifts come with a brief hug, a memory, or perhaps a song.
Archery range now open at Lake Charles State Park
Lake Charles State Park opened an archery range on Dec. 16 and will be open through March 10 at the park, 3705 Highway 25, Powhatan. The range is free and open to the public 8 a.m.-5p.m. on weekdays and 1 p.m.-5p.m. on weekends. Participants will need to go to the Visitor Information Center to reserve the range and sign an agreement to abide by the rules and regulations of the range.
IT HAPPENED HERE YEARS AGO….
For our Christmas edition we wanted to share some of the Letters to Santa from the years we’ve been covering in 2024. Each were found in the late December editions of the corresponding year, and are offered in no particular order.
Rector Cougar LEGO team qualifies for state competition
Mabrey wins Coach/Mentor Award