March is a beautiful month in Arkansas as the world begins again with spring. It is also a great time to celebrate the many ways we work together to help every Arkansan grow and be their best.
The Senate has approved a package of bills with tougher regulations for the signature-gathering process by which citizens can place issues on statewide ballots.
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated each year on March 17. The day honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, but it’s also a celebration of Irish culture. Although St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated around the world by people who can trace their lineage to the Emerald Isle, millions more with no such heritage join in the festivities each year. That means anyone who is Irish or just Irish in spirit can take part in St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
The Arkansas Century Farm Program, administered by the Arkansas Department of Agriculture, recognizes families who have farmed the same land for at least 100 years. The program honors their contributions to the state’s agricultural heritage.
One of the greatest strengths of a small community is how we support one another. Whether it’s cheering on our local sports teams, lending a helping hand to a neighbor, or choosing to shop local, we all play a role in keeping our town thriving. That’s why I’m excited to introduce our Community Spotlight, a new weekly feature in our newspaper dedicated to highlighting the businesses that make our area unique.
Scrolling through Facebook recently, I came across a post shared by Rex Nelson, a columnist I deeply admire and consider a legend in Arkansas journalism. His post struck a chord with me—it was about the essence of volunteerism, what it should be and what it should truly mean.
The Corning Beautification Committee proudly announces artisan Sam Hancock as Artist of the Month for March.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two individuals following a drug investigation in Greenway, Arkansas.
On Friday, February 28 and Saturday March 1st, the NEA Rod & Gun Club hosted a two-day gun and knife show at the M. B. Ainley, Jr. Community Center. The event was attended by 355 people and a Ruger .22lr rifle door prize was won by Travis McKinney. Next year’s NEA Gun & Knife Show has already been booked at the community center for March 6 & 7, 2026. The gun club expresses their gratitude to the people of Corning for their support.