Blaine McClung became the newly appointed Chief of Police for the city of Corning. McClung has had extensive involvement as an officer of the law with a total of 10 years of experience in both Clay County and Corning law enforcement. McClung took over the leadership position of the Corning Police Department on July 1, 2023.
Rich Martin, the “Voice of the Bobcats” announced his last regular season game on Friday, Oct. 13.
The Senate Committee on Education and the House Committee on Education met at 1:30 PM on Monday, January 8, marking their first meeting of 2024 and kicking off the biennial adequacy study process. Every interim for the last two decades, the education committees have been charged with taking a close look at our state’s education system, determining how the state can better ensure an “adequate education” to all Arkansas public school students, and reporting their findings and recommendations to the full legislature in advance of the next regular session— in this case, the 2025 Regular Session of the 95th Arkansas General Assembly, set to begin Monday, January 13, 2025.
It was a big Conference win in Overtime for the Lady Bobcats as they battled Manila at home on January 4 making their record, 11-4 Overall and 5-0 in the Conference. Scoring for the Lady Bobcats were Presley Martin with 18 points, Olivia Compton contributed 16 points, Kenlie Watson shot 11 points, Addison George provided 9 points, and Katie Karr and Celene Pankey each added 5 points.
Coach Bobby Harpole was honored along with five other northeast Arkansas coaches and referees for their contributions to the NEA Invitational Tournament. Those recognized during the tournament on Saturday evening, Dec. 28 were nominated by area coaches and the NEA Tournament committee. Harpole has been attending the Northeast Arkansas Tournament for approximately 50 years. He was presented with a Certificate of Recognition by David Daniel, NEA Tournament Chairman, for his contributions to the NEA Invitational Tournament through the years. Daniel recognized Harpole’s accomplishments during his career that covered 35 years of coaching and over 20 years of broadcasting. Coach Harpole was escorted onto the First National Bank Arena floor during the recognition of his contributions by his grandchildren, Harper and Hudson Rorex.
The Corning Bobcats kicked off 2024 with a win on Tuesday, January 2 against Ridgefield Christian in Jonesboro. The Sr. Boys beat Ridgefield by a score of 66-40. This moved Corning to 10-5, 4-0. Luke Blanchard and Jayce Couch tied for lead scorers with 16 points. Reid McMasters scored 14 points.
With a new year all laid out before us, it is time to make our resolutions for the goals we wish to achieve this year. Years ago, I was presented with a four step system to attaining your goals. It is quite simple and when I used it properly, it pretty nearly always worked. It came in the form of a book called, “If You Can Count to Four.” It was authored by a man named Jim Jones. Here is a synopsis of his system. First, you have to decide on the goal. Now, this isn’t just a simple desire, it requires concentrated effort. You should sit down and define that goal, if it is a tangible object like a home, or car, or whatever. Describe it in detail. Get pictures and put them in familiar places that you haunt, such as a refrigerator door or a bulletin board by your desk. Once you have done that, #2 is to assume that the goal is attained, that you have succeeded. If it is a car, pretend it is your goal car that you are driving. Admire your goal since it is already yours. In other words, develop a positive attitude about what you are attaining. Step #3 is a very important step, the one in which many people have difficulty. You must learn to say no to anything or anyone that interferes with attaining that goal. For instance, if it is something you are purchasing, you might want to avoid impulse spending that would deplete funds that you might need, same for anything you might have to purchase. You need to stay away from negative influences, like people that would say something like, “Why would you want that old thing?” or “Those are not any good, or why don’t you ..X.. instead?” Anything or anyone that might stand in the way of your attainment or satisfaction should be avoided. #4 is easy, but sometimes made difficult – Don’t Worry About the How - because we will try to make it happen by force. Instead, you just relax and follow the other 3 steps and the How will take care of itself. You have already decided what you want and have decided it is yours, jus
LITTLE ROCK – Numerous state laws will take effect in 2024, including tax reductions that will save Arkansas families and businesses about $250 million a year. During a September special session, the legislature approved tax cuts that will benefit Arkansans in two ways.
Many of the laws we passed in 2023 take effect on January 1, 2024. These new laws impact everything from taxes to criminal justice.
Heavenly Father, as the new year is upon us, we come before you with grateful hearts. As we embark on 2024, we pray for your divine presence to guide us during this time.