The Brownie-Pirtle Cemetery Association’s annual meeting was on March 17, at the Peach Orchard Pentecostal Church. Richard Smith called the meeting to order. Judy Schimming gave minutes of the previous meeting and treasury report. Richard Smith was re-elected president, and Judy Schimming was re-elected secretary-treasurer. John Daughhetee was re-elected to serve another term of five years as board member.
Sanders signs an Executive Order to extend the tax filing deadline in counties impacted by the March 14 storms and tornadoes
Alternating lane closures across the Black River Bridge on U.S. Highway 62 near Corning will continue every Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Thursday, May 15.
John Middleton Clayton, the brother of General Powell Clayton, is considered by some historians to be the namesake of Clayton County, now Clay. John Clayton was a well-liked and respected Republican operative from Jefferson County. He tragically found his greatest renown when he was brutally assassinated in 1889 while investigating a stolen Conway County ballot box that helped defraud him of his U.S. Congressional race. The assassination remained purposely unsolved and the perpetrators were shielded by the local law enforcement, many of which were involved themselves. The corrupt election of 1888 and Clayton’s assassination cast a long shadow over the history of Arkansas, extinguished an emerging political revolution, and shackled the state to more than a century of nearly-unbroken one-party rule. To honor the legacy of one of Clay County’s possible namesakes, this is the story of John Clayton’s life and death.
Here are some definitions and guidelines to follow to help keep you and your family safe: Tornado Watch - issued when conditions are favorable for tornado development. People located in and around the watch area should keep an eye to the sky and listen to their NOAA weather radio all hazards or tune to local broadcast media for further weather information. The watch is intended to give you time to prepare and time to review your safety rules.
David Smith retires from Clay County Electric after 56 years of service
A Corning man was arrested Tuesday evening after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine, according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Department.
A Clay County deputy conducted a traffic stop early March 13 after noticing a vehicle speeding through Corning.
The beginning of spring is cause for celebration. In many areas of the world, the start of spring marks the end of cold temperatures and hours spent indoors, a shift in conditions that is welcomed by millions each year.
Mrs. Rachel Arnold was awarded the CMS Staff Spotlight. This award is voted on by the students and staff. Mrs. Rachel is the school nurse and is loved and appreciated.