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Barham assumes duties as band director

Colby Barham, the Band Director at Rector High School, met with students and parents along with Nate Henderson, principal of Rector High School, this past Monday evening to bring focus to the rebuilding of the Cougar Band program. Barham has three years’ experience as band director with goals to have band members perform and return pride to the Cougar program.

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New at the library

The following items are now available at the Piggott Public Library. ADULT FICTION Death by Chocolate Raspberry Scone by Sarah Graves Flash Back by Iris Johansen and Roy Johansen Some Murders in Berlin by Karen Robards Resurrection by Danielle Steel Our Little Secret by Lisa Jackson Market for Murder by Heather Graham Proof by Fern Michaels Song of Herself by Rhonda Wiley-Jones Flashpoint by Catherine Coulter Don’t Let the Devil Ride by Ace Atkins Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fondant by R.

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Back-to-School: Tips for handling homework

The start of a new school year typically marks the dreaded return of homework for students and parents. Brittney Schrick, extension family life specialist and associate professor for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said it’s key for parents to give children plenty of free time, manage their own expectations and think outside the box regarding homework help.

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