Number of whooping cough cases reported higher than last year
Arkansas has reported over 200 cases of pertussis this year, which is at least five times higher than the number of pertussis cases reported last year.
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John Allen French, Editor in chief of Arkansas Crossroads Arkansas’ Regional Account Executive for CherryRoad Media
Two arrested on drug and trespassing charges following suspicious activity in Rector
On Nov. 26, the Clay County Sheriffâs Department was notified by Rector Police Officers about suspicious activity involving two vehicles in the Harpâs parking lot. A deputy near Rector observed the vehicles leaving the parking lot. The vehicles traveled south on Highway 119 and turned left onto County Road 508.
Part Twenty-One:
Remembering Clayton. Welcome to Clayton County is a limited weekly column exploring the life of General Powell Clayton, the original namesake of our county, our early history, and why we are not called Clayton County today.
Colorful cookies are tailor-made for family baking sessions
Baking during the holiday season is a tradition in many households across the globe. Family baking sessions provide a perfect holiday season bonding activity, and the payoff is both cherished family time and delicious, indulgent foods once the items are ready to eat.
A Beautiful Day!
Rushawn Ewears, Jermaine Edwards, and TRINIX composed a short song called Beautiful Day (Thank You for Sunshine). The song became a viral sensation when their rendition circled social media and was seen by tens of millions. Iâve probably listened to the song over 100 times myself.
Winter 2024 edition of Arkansas Crossroads now available.
The winter 2024 edition of Arkansas Crossroads has arrived is now available in the Clay County Courier office.
From Scratch
This past week, I found myself doing a balancing act-navigating my time between Pocahontas and Corning, something I feel pretty honored to be doing. Both towns hold a special place in my heart, each with its unique flavor and charm.
AGFC conservation scholarships lay path toward bright future
Arkansas students interested in a conservation career may be able to find a little tuition assistance thanks to the colorful wildlife-themed license plates found on cars throughout The Natural State. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commissionâs Conservation Scholarship Program is accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year until Dec. 31, 2024.
Santa joined the library for Itty Bitty Story Time
Santa joined the library for Itty Bitty Story Time