Blaine McClung has announced his candidacy for the office of Clay County Sheriff and Collector. With over a decade of experience in law enforcement, McClung currently serves as Chief of Police for the Corning Police Department.
The Clay County Courier is launching a new initiative designed to strengthen connections between local businesses and the community, while offering added value to newspaper subscribers.
May 31st is the deadline to assess personal and business personal property without
The Clay County 4-H Youth Leadership Citizenship Team has been busy as they finished up at the end of their school year. The team met at Clay County Electric in Corning for their March monthly meeting where their workshop focused on cover letters, resume building, thank you letters and interviewing skills by Alicya Danielle Watson, M.S., Program Associate Community, Workforce & Economic Development- U of A Division of Agriculture Research & Extension CEA.
Transportation is more than just a matter of convenience — it’s about safety, infrastructure, and supporting the flow of commerce that powers Arkansas’s economy. During the 2025 Regular Session, the House of Representatives passed a series of laws aimed at keeping our roads safe, improving communication between drivers and law enforcement, and ensuring our infrastructure is secure.
A Corning woman was arrested over the weekend after a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
The Clay County Quorum Court met in regular session on Monday, May 19 in the Piggott Courthouse with justices Dennis Haines, Patrick Patterson, George Lowe, David Hatcher, Brad Green, Neal Smith and Jody Henderson in attendance. Justices David Cagle and Randy Kingston were absent. MotionwasmadebyHaines and seconded by Patterson to waive the reading of the previous meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
The Corning Public Library is celebrating a major milestone — its 90th birthday as a public institution — with a nod to its humble beginnings and a look ahead to a busy summer of community-driven programs.