FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Arkansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14–15, 2025.
The legislature officially adjourned the 2025 regular session on May 5, and is not scheduled to convene again until the 2026 fiscal session.
Benny Adams, swimming pool manager, told the Courier that there were 214 tickets sold to persons on opening day of Coming’s new swimming pool, Monday. Adams said that, although the crowd was very large, there was very little cleaning up to do after closing hours. There were no accidents or injuries and he was proud of the way persons respected the new facility and did not liter.
Hunters interested in pursuing Arkansas’s largest big game animal can apply for a limited hunting permit draw from 8 a.m. May 1 through 11:59 p.m. June 1. Applications will be available at the AGFC’s licensing site (www.agfc.com/license) under the “Special Hunt Applications” tab.
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 1992.
Part 9: And Death Came in at the Window.
abuse prevention, with a strong emphasis on preparing fifth and sixth graders for the challenges of middle and high school.
May 22-Farmer’s Market, Wynn Park, 5 to 8 p.m.
The current fiscal year for agricultural trade recently reached its midway point and the latest Ag Trade Outlook report shows there was a rise in U.S. exports in March.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we are reminded of the vital role mothers play in the strength and well-being of our families and communities. This legislative session, the General Assembly made maternal health a top priority, passing a series of bills aimed at ensuring that every mother in our state has access to the care and support she needs before, during, and after pregnancy.