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FABLE OLYMPICS HELD AT RECTOR ELEMENTARY
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BRTC Board of Trustees plans quarterly meeting
The Black River Technical College (BRTC) Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting at 12:30 p.m. on September 4 at the Paragould campus.
Maynard Pioneer Days scheduled
The 45th annual Maynard Pioneer Days is set Thursday, Sept. 18 through Saturday, Sept. 20. They’ll kick things off this year with “School Night” at 5 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, at the Pioneer Park and Museum. The festivities continue on Friday with a chicken ‘n dumpling or hamburger plate served at 5 p.m., baked goods contest, auction and a free concert by Finley Watkins at 7 p.m. The annual parade is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday. There will also be crafts, concessions, blacksmithing demonstrations, bounce house and music from Dixon Street. Those wanting additional information may call 870-6472701.
Russell announces candidacy for U.S. Senate
LITTLE ROCK, AR — Arkansas small business owner, veteran, mental health advocate, and former candidate for Arkansas governor, James Richard Russell III (Rus), officially announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, Aug. 27, in the rotunda of the Arkansas State Capitol at 500 Woodlane St. in downtown Little Rock. Russell, a Democrat, is running to challenge incumbent Senator Tom Cotton in the 2026 election.
Powhatan State Park plans Great Arkansas Cleanup Day
Powhatan Historic State Park will host a Great Arkansas Cleanup Day Saturday Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each year the Great Arkansas Cleanup welcomes participants to join park staff in keeping the Natural State as beautiful as pos-sible. Sign up your family, friends, school group, scout troop, or business to team up with park staff to Keep Arkansas Beautiful. Contact Park Interpreter Zachary Elledge at Zachary.elledge@arkansas.gov or call 870-878-6765.
Powhatan State Park to host leatherworking workshop
Powhatan Historic State Park will host a leatherworking workshop on Saturday Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join park staff to learn how to work leather into decorative pieces. This beginner friendly class will teach foundational skills that can be used for an advanced class. Participants will leave with their own creations. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration fee is $25. To register for the workshop, please call the park at 870878-6765.
Judge Shannon Langston announces candidacy for Circuit Judge
Judge Shannon Langston has officially announced her candidacy for Circuit Judge, Division 10, for the 2nd Judicial District of Arkansas.
Former Piggott Chief of Police Jeremi Wicker dies at 48
The City of Piggott was saddened by the loss of former Chief of Police Jeremi Wicker, Sunday, Aug. 24, at the age of 48.
Clay County Fair nears, parade set for Sept. 9
The Clay County Fair will be held Tuesday through Saturday, Sept. 9 through 13, at the fairgrounds in Piggott. Keeping with recent tradition, the annual pageants will be held in conjunction with the fair Saturday, Sept. 6, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with the Baby Mr. and Miss Clay County pageants, and will continue throughout the day. The complete schedule of pageants, with the contact information, may be found elsewhere in this edition.