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  • Joined: December 14, 2022
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Shop with a Hero set for Dec. 9

Corning Cares is preparing for its 9th annual “Shop with a Hero” event slated for Saturday, December 9, 2023. As always, the philanthropic organization is choosing to shop LOCAL. The mission of the Shop with a Hero event ensures that children in families with need receive Christmas presents and have a happy holiday season. It also allows children to see local law enforcement, firefighters, First Responders as friends and people they can rely on. In addition, it assists area businesses and the City of Corning, as the organization spends an average of $10,000 per year in local shops.

Chamber Christmas Banquet set for Dec. 14

The Corning Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2023 Chamber Christmas Banquet on Thursday, Dec. 14 at the M.B. Ainley, Jr. Community Center. Tickets will be priced at $25 each. The Chamber is continuing with the table decorating contest, this year’s theme is “Merry and Bright”. As tradition goes, individuals and/or businesses, who would like to participate, to have a centerpiece or a nice item on their table for a door prize. To request a black table linen, please contact Sherry Taylor at the Chamber office as soon as possible to reserve one. Participants may decorate their tables on the day of the event after 10 a.m. to be completed by 4:30 p.m. for judging. Certificates will be presented during the evening to the table winners.

Letters to the Editor

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.

Sesquicentennial Snapshot

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.

Rambling Vines

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.

Bollinger selected Nov. Artist of the Month

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.

Full Circle

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.

Jerem,y Wooldridge

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.

State Capitol Week in Review

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.

Miss Bobcat 2023

12th grade - Emily Latrell 11th grade- Haley Cox 10th grade Taytum Whitley 9th grade- Laura Johnson Photo courtesy/Annie Williamson .