March 5, 2024 marks primary season to select party nominees for the general election in Nov. 2024. Arkansans may not realize that the general election for Arkansas judicial races is also March 5. Per the Constitution, judicial races are nonpartisan. Both Republican and Democratic ballots will have the judicial candidates running for election. Arkansans will make the deciding vote for the justices sitting on the Arkansas Supreme Court.
The Corning Lady Bobcats opened their 2023-24 season on Nov. 7 with a win at home against the Lady Redskins of Pocahontas by a score of 49-44. Presley Martin #21 was lead scorer with eight 2-pointers and a free throw shot for a total of 17 points. Kenlie Watson #11 scored 14 points with three 3-point shots, a 2-pointer and going 3-4 at the charity stripe. Katie Karr #25 shot 11 points for the Lady Cats going 4-4 at the free throw line, two 2-pointers and a 3-point shot. Haleigh Cox #20 shot a 3-pointer while Avery Glasgow #5 and Olivia Compton #44 each added two points.
12th grade - Emily Latrell 11th grade- Haley Cox 10th grade Taytum Whitley 9th grade- Laura Johnson Photo courtesy/Annie Williamson .
LITTLE ROCK – The Arkansas Economic Development Commission broke records for job creation and investment last year. Thirty companies invested close to $6 billion and announced the creation of 5,359 jobs.
As November rolls around, we are reminded of a day that holds a special place in the hearts of countless Americans – Veterans Day. On this occasion, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices, courage, and unwavering commitment of those who have served in the U.S.
Eyes Wide Open I have always, well, maybe not always, but for at least the last 63 years, prided myself on being an aware person. I had an experience back in ‘62 that could have well brought an abrupt end to my existence, but those mystical creatures in Norse mythology, the three sisters, The Norns, who are said to weave the fates of all living beings, gave me a hall pass.
The Corning Beautification Committee selects Corning High School senior Aleena Bollinger as November’s Artist of the Month. Aleena is a senior at Corning High School and has been involved in many art classes at CHS and currently serves as Art Club President.
For your reading enjoyment, we continue to publish Rambling Vines by the late Marylea Vines as she recalls events and names of Corning folks from many years ago. We are currently in the year 1989 Week before last was my first Hallowe’en as owner of a house dog… everyone should experience that just once.
Celebrating 150 Years of the City of Corning & Clay County in 2023 This picture of the late Marylea “Rambling Vines was taken in May 1974, appearing in The Courier. J.V.
Editor, Really enjoyed “If I Knew Then What I Know Now....” Perfect reflections that everyone should read. I’m saving it in my box of special things for my 17 year old grandson to read after I’m gone.