POCAHONTAS, AR — Black River Technical College (BRTC) held its Spring 2024 commencement on Thursday, May 9 in the Randolph County Development Center. Approximately 393 degrees and certificates were conferred by BRTC President Dr.
Daisy Bates and Johnny Cash are two iconic figures in American history whose legacies continue to inspire. Both will soon be honored with statues in the United States Capitol, commemorating their impactful lives and contributions.
Women ages 40 to 74 should be screened for breast cancer every two years, according to an updated recommendation released by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) on Tuesday, April 30.
The LEARNS Act marks a period in Arkansas education that looks to impact education across the state for years to come. LEARNS was signed into law on March 8, 2023 and includes several significant changes to the Arkansas education system. It has faced criticism and concerns from educators and school associations, particularly in regard to the voucher program, Critical Race Theory and repealing the Arkansas Teacher Fair Dismissal Act.
On May 8, 2024 officers with the Corning Police Department made a traffic stop on Jones Street due to the driver driving on a suspended drivers license. During the stop, officers learned that the driver was wanted out of Randolph County. The driver was then placed into custody to be transported to the jail. When the officers attempted to search the suspect he then turned and ran away from the scene. The suspect was then apprehended. 39-year-old Andrew Curtis was booked into the Clay County Detention Center on the following charges: Driving on a Suspended License, Felony Possession of a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance, and 3rd Degree Escape.
The Corning School Board met in a special meeting Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the board room with all members present.
I had an English teacher in high school who I thought hated my guts. She was hard on me in class and didn’t tolerate an ounce of disrespect.
The phrase “It Takes a Village” concerning raising children has been around for generations. Most often this proverb has been linked to Native American or African cultures where the community takes responsibility for raising every child.
Breakfast MONDAY: Breakfast Pizza, Yogurt TUESDAY: Donuts, Yogurt WEDNESDAY: Muffin, Yogurt THURSDAY: Cereal Bar or Pop Tart FRIDAY: Cereal Cereal available daily. Fruit, Juice, 2 Milk choices served daily Lunch MONDAY: PB&J, Cheese Stick, Goldfish Crackers, Vegetable Sticks, Fruit TUESDAY: Pizza, Corn, Salad, Fruit WEDNESDAY: Turkey Wrap, Chips, Veggie Sticks, Vegetable Juice, Fruit THURSDAY: Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Pickle Spears, Potato Wedges, Fruit FRIDAY: Hot Dog, Carrots, Baked Beans, Fruit PB&J or Salad is offered as 2nd meal option for middle & high school.
