Quorum Court considers insurance plans
Clay County Quorum Court met it regular session on Monday, Nov. 20 in the courthouse in Piggott with Justice Jody Henderson being absent.
November 2023
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Eighth graders inducted into NJHS
National Junior Honor Society inductions were held on Tuesday evening, Nov. 14 at the Corning High School auditorium. There were 10 eighth grade students, who attend Corning Middle School, inducted by NJHS Advisor, Jennifer Poe and 9th grade officers. Congratulations to new NJHS members: Bailey Catt, Jaggar George, Carlee Gleghorn, Jackson Jett, Krista King, Henry Pyle, TJ Small, Levi Vanderberg, Aubree Whitley, and Eli Wright.
Joe Nolan
Joe Nolan, 64, of Knobel, AR., passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. Mr. Nolan was born July 4, 1959 in Paragould, AR. He was a self-employed farmer. He enjoyed deer hunting, being outdoors working his farm and teasing his grandchildren.
Bill Skaggs
Bill Skaggs, 73, of Corning, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 20, 2023 at Arkansas Continued Care Hospital in Jonesboro. Mr. Skaggs was born September 8, 1950 in Neelyville, MO. He was a retired welder from Darling Store Fixtures and enjoyed farming. He enjoyed telling stories and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He liked to watch wildlife with his binoculars and loved Hallmark movies. He was of the Christian faith. On September 9, 1977, he married Brenda Hall Ladd. They recently celebrated their 46th anniversary. In addition to his wife, other survivors include his children, Shelby (David) Burkheart of Corning, Jason W. (Karie) Skaggs of Jacksonville, NC and Billy L. (Pam) Skaggs of Poplar Bluff, MO; brothers, Benny Skaggs of Success and Rex (Gloria) Skaggs of Corning; grandchildren, Brent and Owen Burkheart, Hallie, Matthew and Ivy Skaggs; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Lowell “Joe” and Helen (Toombs) Skaggs, brother, Windell Skaggs, sister, Kathy Welker and sister-in-law, Karon Skaggs. Visitation was held Friday, November 24, 2023 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ermert Funeral Home in Corning. Funeral service conducted Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 12:00 noon at Ermert Funeral Home. Burial followed at Corning Cemetery. Online condolences: www.ermertfuneralhome.
Park families enjoy first Family Book Club activities
Parents and their young readers experienced the first Park Family Book Club on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at Park Elementary. Dyslexia Specialist Laurie Mock read “Turk and Runt: A Thanksgiving Comedy” by Lisa Wheeler and parents participated in a “Disguise a Turkey” activity with their child(ren). Parents are encouraged to join the monthly book club by contacting their child’s teacher. The December date will be announced soon.
CHS artwork selected for INSPIRED 9 exhibition
CHS art students recently submitted artwork to the Bradbury Art Museum located at the Fowler Center on the Arkansas State University campus to be considered for the upcoming INSPIRED 9 exhibit. The following Corning students had their artwork selected out of 167 student creations in the competitive exhibition of work from regional high school students: Ava Goodman, Katie Zimmer, Briseyda Castro, Kylee Skidmore, Aleena Bollinger, and Kayleigh Drum. The INSPIRED 9 exhibit will be on display from December 7 - December 19, 2023.
Chief Meteorologist Vaughan visits PES
Park Elementary students had a memorable morning learning all about weather, and how to stay safe during severe storms from KAIT Chief Meteorologist Ryan Vaughan during his visit to Corning on Nov. 15. Vaughan utilized experiments to teach students how weather is formed. Students also checked out the Storm Tracker during his visit.
Lunsford shares Native American artifacts
Jimmie Lunsford visited Park Elementary recently and shared his personal Native American collection of items from his excursions, and educational information about the time period, specific findings and how those items were formed and implemented. His presentation was a culmination of the Native American unit that third and fourth graders studied. Lunsford is the father of student, Bret Lunsford.
Bobcats receive post-season football honors
Head Football Coach Farrell Shelton announced recently the following Corning Bobcat Football players have received post-season football honors. The Bobcats finished the 2023 season as state runner-ups.
Taking quitting off the table . . .
Sometimes I like to go with my husband while he plays golf at our local golf course. I ride shotgun as we zip from green to green and we spend a little time together.