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Trinity Wood is an award-winning sugar artist specializing in sculpted cakes. She teaches
sugar arts to culinary students, professional decorators, and hobbyists through the ATU
Continuing Education Program and also occasionally travels to other states by invitation.
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Hunger, it’s something we are all familiar with. That nagging pain in your stomach signaling you it’s time to eat, you glance at the clock and groan, lunch isn’t for another 30 minutes. What are you going to do, you’re hungry and you need to eat right now. How can you concentrate on work or what’s going on around you with the gnawing, nagging hunger that continues to, not so politely, remind you that you’re hungry… For most of us we are not concerned if we are going to eat, but rather when and what to eat.
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The Power of Holiday Décor
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contributors RUSTY & MELANIE RUSSELL
CHRISTINA NOSSER
Rusty & Melanie Russell are photographers for the Atkins based Russell Photography. They were both born and raised in Atkins and have been lifetime residents of the River Valley. This husband and wife team aim to provide the most personalized and creative portraits for any event.
She is a marketer, writer, photographer, and outdoor enthusiast who has recently moved to the area. She graduated from University of Arkansas with a degree in Marketing. Her pictures have won awards at local fairs as well as been featured in a nationally recognized yearbook.
CALEB & JODI MOORE
CURT LANNING
JARROD D. TOLAND
VIKKI JOHNSON
SHAWN PIERCE
TRINITY WOOD
Caleb and Jodi Moore are full service real estate agents, working with many first time homebuyers, landowners, and multifamily units. They have a strong reputation of professionalism and integrity. They are Top Producer of Moore &Co. 2011 & 2012 Award of Excellence Gold Level 2011 & 2012.
He is President of Advanced Wealth Management. He is a Certified Wealth Strategist and Investment Advisor. He has been in the Financial Business for over 10 years. He currently holds the following licenses: Series 7, 63, 65, and AR Insurance Producer #341221. When he is not in the office he serves as a Red Coat for the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce, is a private pilot, and enjoys running and playing golf.
She is a life-long resident of Arkansas who returned to Pope County in 2012 after a 16-year journey working in libraries in Central and Eastern Arkansas. Pierce feels fortunate to work with the City & County, the talented library staff and Board members. She and her husband, Dan makes their home in Russellville. In her spare time, she draws, and paints portraits.
Curt Lanning is an AR journalist living in Fayetteville. He earned a bachelor’s degree in writing and public relations and a master’s degree in multimedia journalism both from ATU. Curt is a self-proclaimed “geek” and loves all things technology. In his spare time, he can be found running in races or playing video games.
Vikki Johnson is an Investment Advisor; Certified Wealth Strategist & Insurance producer #9055 with Advanced Wealth Management, LLC 620 E Main – Russellville. She has been advising clients with their savings/retirement portfolios for over 20 years. She, Jarrod, and the whole Advanced Wealth Management team, “Strive to Turn Your Financial Dreams into Reality”. She is an award-winning sugar artist specializing in sculpted cakes. Her work has been featured on The Wedding Channel, Southern Bride, theknot.com, and many more publications. Her business, Sweet Sensations, is a specialty cake boutique serving the needs of brides and customers who want the very best cakes, specialty desserts, and showpiece sugar displays. AG479.COM • AG479 Area Guide • Holiday Edition 2014
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FROM THE publisher Cool weather is here and many of you are beginning to decorate homes, hang Christmas lights, shop, and make plans for the holiday season. For most of us, this joyous time is a time that we look forward to each year. Time to enjoy the season and enjoy time with our loved ones.
PUBLISHER George Farris george@wmpmarketing.com GENERAL MANAGER April Farris april.farris74@gmail.com EDITOR Erin Pieper ehpieper24@gmail.com
Unfortunately, that is not true for some of the residents in Pope and surrounding counties. The winter months and holiday season can be very dismal and depressing. Over the past several years, our community has experienced some difficult economic times and has left many of our resident’s homeless, jobless, and due to circumstances, alone.
PRODUCTION MANAGER LAYOUT/DESIGN Carrie Clayton WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT Chris Riley ADVERTISING/SALES Chris Riley Bill Little April Farris Erin Pieper George Farris
We are very lucky; our community is comprised of givers who are more than willing to lend a hand to those who are in need. I know this because there are countless nonprofit organizations to assist the hungry, the sick, the underprivileged, the homeless, the elderly — and the list goes on. With this in mind, AG479 magazine would like to encourage you to do your part. We have titled our magazine “The Gift of Giving.” We would like to encourage our readers to give. We have including a page titled the Time of Giving, which lists some of the areas nonprofit organizations that are in need of donations. Also, this page serves as a resource guide to those who are in need of assistance from these organizations. We list the name, description, volunteer needs, fundraising events, and contact information for each organization. We make it easier for the people who want to assist and the people who are in need of assistance. If you are among the more fortunate, I would like to personally invite you to choose at least one of these organization and offer some type of aid. It can be time, money, or even non-monetary donations. After all, the true meaning of the giving season is to celebrate Jesus Christ. To me, this means it is a time to offer love, thankfulness, forgiveness, compassion, and understanding to our family, friends, and neighbors. Which is why, for me, it is the season to give. Seasons Greetings to All
CONTRIBUTORS Erin Pieper Russell Photography Jarrod Toland Vikki Johnson Curt Lanning Christina Nosser Caleb & Jodi Moore Shawn Pierce Trinity Wood Kacey Seal
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23 All I Want For Christmas
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FROM THE editor
Rethink Gift Giving The adage, “ It is better to give than to receive” is familiar to most everyone and most know it to be true even though it goes against our selfish nature. Think back to a time when trying to be creative and get a unique gift for a loved ones birthday, Christmas, or anniversary present and how daunting of a task it can be. Can you remember the sheer joy of sequestering the perfect gift that meant the world to that person even if it had little or no monetary value? These thoughtful gifts are often the most memorable and meaningful gifts.
Dictionary.com defines the word give as, “ to present voluntarily and without expecting compensation.” When a gift is received it may be exciting but the feeling is always fleeting. However, when we give selflessly of our selves to others, it is a feeling that is lasting and much more impactful. As we approach this season of hustle and bustle I encourage us all, myself included, to take a moment and see the world differently. Be mindful to what those around us need, not just noticing what they want. This may mean tacking on a few extra moments to evaluate what the people in your life identify as their “love language” that speaks to them personally. A gift, or action catered to that person’s particular need could mean more than any elaborately wrapped gift. This wonderful community we live in is full of people who may need a little extra love this Holiday season. What a perfect time to bestow your gifts and talents to the community. Perhaps you can volunteer your time tutoring children, or feeding the hungry. Think about what unique talents you have that can make an impact on those around you. Your gift can be something as simple as letting someone with less items slide in front of you in the checkout line. A simple gesture like that can have a profound effect on someone and you never know how much a person may just need a smile. Happy Holidays!
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Woman in the Woods By Christina Nosser
The cool fall air sends a chill down her spine as she walks deeper into the darkness. It’s so dark, cool, and still that she sometimes forgets to breath as she concentrates on finding the right spot. This isn’t her first time out in the woods. Every year her heart begins to race as the leaves start to change and fall to the ground. Her small flashlight in hand, she is searching for her tree stand, slowly creeping along the narrow overgrown path, she is getting close. The crunching of the leaves beneath her feet is the only sound. Is it this peacefulness that has sparked the modern woman’s interest in the predominantly male sport of hunting? In the distance, a blow of hot air can be heard, like a loud brisk snort, followed by a quick rustling of leaves that nearly knocks her to the ground. She clutches her gun and begins to sink into the leaves. The pounding of her heart in her chest is so loud that she must strain to hear which direction the animal is traveling. Has her cover been blown? Her adrenaline starts to set in as the hunt begins. The crunching sound begins to move in closer. She peeks out from behind a nearby tree and peers into the thicket, where the shape of a deer can be seen in the faint light of the rising sun. Out stretched above him like bright white sycamore branches reaching for the light, sitting upon his head like a crown, are his antlers. It’s a sight that many will seek and may never find. The buck’s breath can be seen from where she is crouched down. She’s taken her hunters education course, she’s sat down in the tree stand beside her father, her husband, her son and they have the opportunity to share in this annual season during the year together. She is shaking as she raises her gun up very slowly; she goes over the steps to fire her gun inside her head. Hunting is an adventurous alternative to the monotonous grocery-shopping trip where sometimes the size and variety of options can be overwhelming and, not to mention, bad for one’s health. Maybe this is just another reason why more women are trading in their lipstick and purses for camo and guns. According to the Census Bureau Statistics, the total number of women hunters surged by 25% between 2006 and 2011, after holding steady for a decade. Compared to 9% in 2006, now 11% of all hunters are women. Some women enter into the sport due to family tradition, while others have come to the realization that this is just another way that she and her family can relate with one another. It becomes a fun challenge that can be discussed and reminisced upon together. A majority of the women who begin to hunt appear to have the patience and desire to perfect their skill in the sport and tend to be very successful. AG479.COM • AG479 Area Guide • Holiday Edition 2014
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According to National Geographic, many state departments of natural resources have begun hosting Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshops that offer instruction in skills such as archery, shotgun, and rifle shooting. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission hosted this workshop this year on September 12-14 at C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center located about 15 miles west of Little Rock. Women are also becoming more interested in tracing the roots of what is being served at the table to the family. Reading labels and buying local is a booming trend and one that promotes good health. With an increase in local farmers markets and opportunities to buy fresh produce, women are looking for more ways now more than ever to enhance and simplify their menus. Saving money is another attractive reason to stock up on fresh meat. As beef and chicken are on the rise, the search for lean healthy protein in on. Information found on FitnessPal.com notes that venison has 33 calories and only 1 gram of fat per ounce. A great appreciation and respect is gained during each and every hunter’s search for the kill. Man or woman it’s not just a hobby, it’s the comprehension of the circle of life. It is a way of promoting safety and wellbeing to all who inhabit our region. The animals face a greater threat of overpopulation, disease, and loss of habitat without the natural process of hunting occurring. With her muzzleloader raised, she fires one lone shot. As the smoke clears, she sees the majestic buck turn in a whirling motion, white tail raised as he bounds off into the misty morning fog. She quietly stands, trembling from the rush of adrenaline; the hunt continues... g
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Something to Remember An Interview with Trinity Woods Trinity Wood is an award-winning sugar artist specializing in sculpted
greet with him, etc. I was completely thrilled when I realized I had what
rators, and hobbyists through the ATU Continuing Education Program
Buddy gave me a few business and marketing tips and encouraged me a
cakes. She teaches sugar arts to culinary students, professional decoand also occasionally travels to other states by invitation. Her work
has been featured on The Wedding Channel, Southern Bride, theknot. com, and many more national/international print and online publications. Trinity is a 2014 sponsored artist of The Cake Tool Company
and operates a website in partnership with the company as well. Her business, Sweet Sensations, is a specialty cake boutique serving the
needs of brides and customers who want the very best cakes, specialty
desserts, and showpiece sugar displays to make their events Something To Remember.
When did you first starting baking and/or how did you become
interested? I’ve always baked for my children, friends and family, but in 2009 my daughter was getting married and wanted a huge, expensive cake. I did that “I bet I can make that” thing, and I bought books and tools and started teaching myself. Looking back at that cake now, I
laugh, but everyone loved it and people started asking me to make other wedding and party cakes right away.
When and how did you know that you wanted to build a business around your love and talent for baking? I actually entered a TLC sponsored contest and won. The prize was a trip to meet The Cake
Boss, Buddy Valastro, and be on his Springfield show, have a meet and
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it took to compete with other bakers and be recognized in that way.
lot. Since then, I have met a lot of uber-talented Food Network celebrity artists and had the opportunity to take some of their classes at cake
shows around the country. I’ve been extremely fortunate to learn from some of the very best in the industry.
Tell our readers about the River Valley Sugar Arts Club
River Valley Sugar Arts Club is a “cake club” I founded in 2013 to get
local bakers and hobbyists involved in something together. It’s a way to share ideas and talents and enjoy what we all have in common, a love of baking and sugar artistry. We meet once a month when in session
and take turns giving free demos and classes to the other members. Ev-
eryone learns from everyone else. There are also opportunities for more involved classes through the organization, and I’d love to get enough
interest to sponsor some of my talented friends in the industry to come give classes here as well. The facebook page for River Valley Sugar Arts Club is www.facebook.com/RiverValleySugarArtsClub.
How long have you been offering classes for the community through ATU’s Department of Community Education?
I began teaching in the department in 2011. I’ve done lots of fun classes there, at an affordable price for interested people in the community.
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What classes do you offer? I’ve offered everything from basic decorating skills to advanced cake sculpting with structure involved, and even a “Mommy and Me” cupcake class, which is always a huge success. Online registration is available at www.atu.edu/psco. Just follow the Community Education link.
Describe your role in the cake industry? I’m known throughout the “sugar world” as something of a “mover and a shaker”-- or a bigmouth-- depending on who you ask. I began a buy/sell/trade group on facebook in 2010. New products by top artists are frequently introduced to the market for the first time in my group, which is targeted to interested buyers who are carefully screened for membership by my amazing admins and myself.
As a sponsored artist of The Cake Tool Company, I’ve had the opportunity to use the entire line of TCTC products in my work. Mercedes
Strachwsky is a world-renowned sugar artist who founded the company in order to be able to design the very best tools to use in her own work. I’m privileged to be “under her wing”, so to speak. I blog on
the company website, www.thecaketoolcompany.com, and they will be producing instructional dvds of my sculpted cake classes over the next year, which will be for sale on the site. They’ve also provided me with an amazing opportunity to partner with them on a new website, www. classifieds.thecaketoolcompany.com, to provide a new forum for the
buying and selling of sugar arts tools. It’s based on my facebook group concept and my hope is that it will really take off sometime in the near future.
What can customers expect from you, or how are you different
from other bakers? I’m not just a baker—I’m a sugar artist. I enjoy
and specialize in using all edible media, creating amazing displays that can function as both a centerpiece and a dessert. I use cake, chocolate ganache, fondant, sugar paste, hot sugar, modeling chocolate, etc to make each design come to life.
I also use quality ingredients like real butter, cream, and farm fresh,
free range eggs in my baking from Hidden Acres Farm, which is not
far from my studio. I love working with Vicki Renard of Hidden Acres Farm for rustic style weddings-her energy is amazing and refreshing. We work well together. g
Trinity can be reached at 479-886-1846 to order or schedule a con-
sultation. Her work can be viewed at www.facebook.com/sweetsensa-
tionscakes She’ll have lots of holiday specials like gourmet brownies, cupcakes and holiday specialty desserts in the upcoming months, so get your orders in soon to avoid disappointment.
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A Giving Heart By Erin Pieper
Hunger, it’s something we are all familiar with. That nagging pain in your stomach signaling you it’s time to eat, you glance at the clock and groan, lunch isn’t for another 30 minutes. What are you going to do, you’re hungry and you need to eat right now. How can you concentrate on work or what’s going on around you with the gnawing, nagging hunger that continues to, not so politely, remind you that you’re hungry… For most of us we are not concerned if we are going to eat, but rather when and what to eat. Take just a moment to close your eyes and envision the fear and panic of not knowing when and how you will be able to acquire food for yourself? The panic only escalates if family and children are included into that equation. Not being able to anticipate the next meal available is considered “Food Insecurity”. Food Security is described as “ The state of having reliable access to sufficient quality of nutritious and affordable food.” Reading this definition do you automatically assume food insecurity is typically tied to developing nations? Unfortunately, many people just around the corner, face Food Insecurity on a daily bases. The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance reports that, “The prevalence of hunger in America is shocking. One in six Americans does not get enough food
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to eat, and Arkansas’s record is worse still. According to the latest census figures, Arkansas is tied with Mississippi as the most food insecure state in the nation with 19.2 percent of residents experiencing insufficient amounts of food within the last 12 months. Although we have made strides in reducing the incidence of childhood food insecurity — taking Arkansas from 1st in child hunger to 9th — that is simply not good enough.”
life FEATURE In just this year alone Main Street Mission has provided and served 26,000 plus meals. Staggering numbers aside, does it not seem unfathomable that even one person, one child, could go hungry here in our neck of the woods. The reality that we live in today is that families are drastically affected by the economy. Companies cutting workers hours, layoffs, or unexpected medical expenses find families who were financially secure, now wondering where and how they will put the next meal on the table. Main Street Mission (MSM) offers, “a compassionate and supportive environment where families and individuals can seek relief in finding food while maintaining their dignity and while searching for stability during a period of profound crisis.” MSM provides individuals with meals, food boxes, and clothes but their passion for coming to the aide of their fellow neighbors stretches beyond that broad overview of what they do. On November 1, 2014, this non-profit community institute celebrates their 20th anniversary. This began with husband and wife, Gary and Marilyn Williamson’s, vision to fill a void that they saw developing in their community. As owners of a local pawnshop they noticed an
President of MSM, Raul Torres, gave testimonies of the impact Main Street Mission has had as well as the amazing people involved and those who volunteer. Volunteers in combination with community involvement are the lifeblood of the organization. In the seven years he has been involved with this life changing organization he has more incredible stories than there are pages available. Raul reflected on a few stories that serve as reminders of why he is involved with this organization.
increase of people pawning anything they could from jewelry, toasters,
He recounts one ordinary day as he made his daily run to the post office,
collectables, etc., just to provide food for their family, for a week, a day,
not expecting that this visit would be any more eventful than any other.
or even just one meal. They did not turn a blind eye to what they were
As he walked through the doors of the Dardanelle Post Office a man
seeing; instead they began Main Street Mission, sold their store and
tried to grab his attention. Raul has trouble placing him due to the many
rented a building to enact change. This building stood on Main Street in
faces that he comes into contact with over the years. The man tilts his
Russellville as a beacon of hope for those in need in the community.
head up and explains to Raul that over seven years ago he and his family
As awareness grew about this local place where struggling individuals could receive food and clothes, the Williamsons soon realized they
went through a hard time financially. They lost power in their home and he struggled to take care of his wife and children. But with the help of MSM he was able to take care of his family until his financial situation improved. He exclaimed that he is now the pastor of a church and inquired how he could get involved because he’d seen the impact MSM has had on he and his family’s life. Raul then goes on to describe the incredible and dedicated volunteers. One man in particular, Alfred, has been a faithful volunteer for over 15 years. Rain or shine, as long as Main Street Mission’s doors are open, they know Alfred will stroll through the doors ready to serve food and help in any capacity needed. If he doesn’t get there at about 11am, Raul and the team get worried and call him to make sure he is ok. Alfred’s story depicts the dedication and selflessness of the faithful volunteers
needed much more room than their building on Main Street could accommodate. MSM is now located on 1110 E 2nd Street, Russellville. This enables the Mission to now house a large kitchen, warehouse, and storage to help serve more of those in need in the River Valley.
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the food boxes. A few weeks ago the Arkansas Nuclear One Plant sent a
become involved to help Main Street Mission fulfill their mission of
crew to volunteer at MSM. They were amazed when they witnessed the
feeding the homeless in the River Valley. MSM can always use help with
need. They already have plans to come back to volunteer and hold a can
monetary gifts, canned foods, clothing or you can always volunteer your
drive. During the holiday season Main Street Mission has a greater need
time. Drop off all donations directly to the Main Street Mission Office at
for an increase in food and volunteers to meet the large demand.
1110 E 2nd Street, Russellville, AR 72801. Monetary donations may be
There are so many ways you as an individual, family, or business can
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Main Street Mission celebrated 20 years since... they opened their doors this November. They are a non-profit Christian organization, founded by Gary and Marilyn Williamson, which opened in 1994 to serve hot meals 5 days a week to the homeless and needy. They are there for any individual or family that is going through a tough time and is struggling to put food on their table. Every week they handout over 100 food boxes to struggling families around the River Valley and so much more.
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A Time of
Giving
This Holiday Season as the hustle and bustle surrounds us, let’s take a step back and reflect on what matters most. This is a season of giving and receiving. With the amount of families going through difficult
time it presents a great opportunity to give back and enrich the com-
munity you live in whether through monetary gifts or your time both are equally valued and needed. Take time to look through just a few of the great programs to see where you can have an impact.
Main Street Mission
1110 East 2nd Street, Russellville, 479-968-8303
Their mission is to serve hot meals to the homeless and needy 5 days
a week. They are there for individuals and families who are struggling
Salvation Army
1004 Weir Road, Russellville, 479-968-5358 uss.salvationarmy.org
This is our pledge to the community and all who walk through our
doors...we will do our best to help all that we can through all of our programs and services. We pledge to…DO THE MOST GOOD.
The River Valley Shelter Russellville, 479-968-3110
They provide free emergency shelter, food, and clothing to victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
to put food on their table. Every week in conjunction with meals they
Manna House
River Valley.
They provide food and more to seek to eliminate hunger in the area.
also hand out over a hundred food boxes to those in need around the
Arkansas Teen Challenge Women’s Ministries Inc.
618 South Knoxville, Russellville, http://womenstc.com
Corner of 3rd Place and Boulder Ave. , Russellville
Manna House relies totally upon donations from supporters to this
ministry. All funds donated directly to the “Manna House Designated Fund” are utilized to purchase the products they provide.
Teen Challenge Women’s Ministries, Inc., is a 13-month faith based
The RussBus
issues. They work with ladies ages 17 and older. Their mission is to
The RussBus is the River Valley’s extension of The One, Inc.,
residential program for ladies with substance abuse or life controlling disciple people with life-controlling problems to the point where they
can become functioning and contributing Christians in today’s society
Help Network
312 S. Boulder Street, Russellville, 479- 967-7890 helpnetworkinc.net
Help Network’s mission is to “Offer a Hand Up not a Hand Out” to low-income families in the River Valley area.
MARVA Workshop, Inc.
1205 South Arkansas Avenue, Russellville, 479-968-4420 marvaworkshop.org
They are a non-profit organization with a focus on adults with developmental disabilities.
479-970-2883, therussbus.org
a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves our homeless neighbors.
Ray of Hope
202 S. Boston, Russellville, 479-567-6292
The Ray of Hope Food Pantry is a faith-based organization that aids
the immediate needs of individuals and families who are in dire economic straits with nonperishable food and general household items.
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bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. All
who believe that everyone needs a decent, affordable place to live are welcome to help with the work.
life FINANCE also encounter problems in other areas when working on this aspect of your retirement plans. Most importantly, the devil is in the details, while all RMD rules are relatively similar, you can encounter differences when dealing with qualified retirement plans (QRPs).
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RMDs: Avoid problem and take advantage of retirement plans It’s one thing to understand the value of their retirement plans, but not everyone knows exactly how to proceed once they are over the age of 70. Unfortunately, it is relatively easy to make a mistake and end up facing a financial penalty that would have otherwise been avoidable. There are many elements to an effective retirement strategy, and you will need help when planning your future. One of the most important considerations is when and how to withdraw money via required minimum distributions and that can trip up even the most financially savvy person. What are required minimum distributions? Required minimum distributions, or RMDs, dictate how much a person must withdraw from their retirement accounts on a yearly basis. While this may sound straightforward for most, too little money withdrawn is in direct violation of the required minimum, but too much can be just as detrimental. Understanding the amount that is just right comes down to several factors, first of which is knowing the elements of RMDs. For starters, the distributions kick in once you reach 70.5 years old or when you retire, if you continue working past this age. According to the Internal Revenue Service, there are subtle nuances to when RMDs begin. For example, if you are a 5 percent owner of a business in control of the plan, the distributions begin once you reach 70.5 years old, even if you have yet to retire. Furthermore, the IRS explained that there are two main elements of RMDs that can lead to problems if not properly understood. These are: • The ability to withdraw more than the minimum- With RMDs, you have the choice to take out more than you are required by law. On a case-by-case basis, this may be a smart decision for some people. • The inclusion of RMDs in taxable income- When withdrawing money, you will have to include the amount in your taxable income, unless it is from a tax-free account of if it has already been taxed.
1. Pay attention to the calendar For QRPs, the RMD must begin no later than the first day in April of the year after the participant turns 70.5 years old, However, a person who is currently employed and not a 5 percent owner can delay the RMD until their retirement without stopping contributions. 2. Beware of unique tax liabilities In some cases, QRPs are subject to tax liabilities that don’t impact IRAs. For example, if a participant fails to make a timely distribution of an RMD, the correct amount is subject to a 50 % excise tax, in addition to the regular income tax on the total. Another difference between QRPs and IRAs is that the former has its own RMD rule. So, unlike IRAs, one may not aggregate the balances of other plans to meet requirements. Amounts not taken out of other QRPs are also subject to excise and income taxes. 3. Look closely at IRAs IRAs also have unique rules when it comes to RMDs. For instance, once a person reaches 70.5 years of age, they can no longer contribute to their traditional IRA. However, they can continue contributions to both a Roth IRA and an QRP as long as they remain employed. How to maximize RMDs efficiency Once you have a handle on what could go wrong, you can then move forward and figure out how to get the most out of your yearly RMDs. Calculate the correct minimum amount. In addition, you may have more than one IRA. McKinley explained that they don’t have to withdraw an equal amount from each account each year. On the other hand, you only have to take enough money between all of them to meet the RMD. This allows more investment flexibility. Look at all the options The bottom line is that you have option when it comes to required minimum distributions. However, you must understand the details so you can make educated decisions. It can be easy to make a mistake when balancing multiple accounts, but finding that sweet spot will allow for a healthy, financially secure retirement. “Copyright owned by Cannon Financial Institute, Inc. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from Cannon Financial Institute, Inc. The permission is not transferable, and this material may not be further reprinted or used in any way without the express written consent of cannon Financial Institute, Inc.”
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All I Want For Christmas is...TAX DEDUCTIONS
life HERE TO HELP DEDUCTIBLE as long as you spend at least 14 days at the residence or more than 10% of the number of days you rent it out. Property Taxes: also known, as Real Estate taxes, are another major deduction in connection with your home. A large part of your monthly loan payment is for taxes. It goes into an escrow account for payment by the lender once a year. These annual taxes are fully deductible as long as you own your home. If this is your first tax year in your home, the tax payments at closing were divided so that both you and the seller paid the taxes for that portion of the tax year during which you owned the home. Your portion is fully deductible. Deductions are a wonderful thing, but don’t get too carried away. There are certain items that are not tax deductible such as insurance (other than mortgage insurance premiums), including fire and comprehensive coverage, and title insurance, Cost of utilities, such as: electricity, water and gas, depreciation, closing or settlement costs when you purchased the home and lastly any down payments or earnest money that were figured in your home’s closing transaction.
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Dear Santa... all I want for Christmas this year is a BIG FAT tax return check and a slim waist. P.S. Please don’t get them mixed up like you did last year! With 2014 coming to a close, our Christmas list isn’t the only thing we should check twice. All 2014 residential home tax deductions have to be made prior to January 1, 2015. So now is the time to take advantage of all the available residential home tax deductions. As Realtors, it’s our job to educate homebuyers about all the rewarding homeownership benefits. Let’s take a look at some items you can and cannot deduct, as well as tax tips to get the most out of your ownership experience. Home Office Space: Those who work from home fulltime, the Home Office deduction can definitely save you money. If you use any part of your home to earn money, you may qualify. The IRS offers two methods to deduct. The first is to multiply $5.00 by the square footage of your office space, maximum of $1,500. The other method allows you to deduct actual expenses as a percentage of your home’s size. For example, if your home is 2,000 square feet and your home office is 200, you are allowed to deduct 10% your home’s expenses including the house payment. Try out both methods to see which allows you the larger deduction. Mortgage Interest: Probably the most significant tax break for homeowners with a mortgage is the interest from your mortgage. Each month when you make your house payment, the majority of that check is placed towards interest. Thankfully, all that interest is deductible! (Unless your loan is more than $1 million.) But wait, it gets better; interest tax deductions also apply to owners of multiple properties. For example, if you own a second home the mortgage interest is FULLY
When you go to sell your primary residence, there are also tax deductions available. Your capital gain (profits from the sale) is tax-free as long as you have lived there for two out of the last five years and your profit is not more than $500,000 for married couples filing jointly and $250,000 who file separately. If you sell before meeting the ownership and residency requirements, you owe tax on any profit. If you sell any INVESTMENT property, your capital gain (profit) is taxable. However, thanks to 10-31 Tax Deferred exchanges, when an investor goes to sell a property, they can defer all capital gains tax by reinvesting the proceeds in a new “like-kind” property. So for example, if you sell a 50-acre land investment and net $100,000, by doing a tax deferred exchange you can then purchase a tri-plex with rental income potential. As investors ourselves, we take full advantage of this incredible opportunity each time we sell investment property. The tricky part is the IRS sets rules you must follow. If you own investment property or would like to someday, 10-31 Tax Deferred exchange it definitely worth looking into! As you have seen, there are many interesting ways to keep some cash in your pocket. It’s a good idea to organize your finances and meet with your accountant to discover which tax deductions will work for situation. Thank you for allowing us to share a few tax tips with you! Remember this stuff may not be fun, but it’s important. As they say, there are two things in life that are certain; death and taxes...so embrace it!
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By Erin Pieper
Joe Turner, owner of Cathy’s Flowers, is celebrated for his creative and
ingenious floral and decorative skills. It’s not surprising that this decorator is known not just for wedding flowers and décor but also holiday home décor,
and so much more. Decorating a home for the holidays is more encompassing than just displaying decorations; it sets the stage for family gatherings, traditions, and celebrations. Keeping this in mind, Mr. Turner works tirelessly on each home to secure the overall aesthetics that an individual desires.
This also happens to be one of Turner’s favorite seasons. For the team at
Cathy’s Flowers, who are in high demand during the holidays, they begin
decorating homes at the end of October. This serves a dual purpose. The first is so Joe and his staff can decorate an average of 27 homes each year. Countless Christmas trees, and entranceways are embellished to allow people to enjoy the decorations beginning in Thanksgiving all the way through Christmas.
Every home Turner decorates has its own style and theme. In certain instances the homes are decorated similarly every year, which typically occurs after
years of collecting holiday décor to accomplish the desired look. Still others
may come to Joe and ask him to be creative and craft a completely unique look for that year. To Joe the creative possibilities are endless and his portfolio of work attests to that fact. Joe’s meticulous attention to detail and his creative vision keep customers coming back year after year. Some of the holiday
decorations chosen are designed specifically
to accentuate the color and theme of the room,
while other decorations are picked to showcase the homeowner’s favorite holiday theme. One
room in particular, that is decorated annually, is styled with jewel-toned colors and fabrics. To
emphasize the existing décor in the room, Joe
and the homeowner selected a peacock theme. The decorations that were chosen play off the
jewel-toned color scheme in the room. Another memorable look that Turner and his staff
always look forward to recreating is a staircase teaming with garland, ribbon, ornaments, and lights twinkling throughout the banister to
highlight the majestic angles that stand five feet tall and welcome all guests that enter the home.
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Somewhere in the midst of the organized chaos of decorating for
Joe and his wife, Pam Turner, began a tradition to pass on to their
his family. His wife, six children, and grandkids know they can expect
ceives three ornaments. This tradition continues until they are married.
others, Joe always manages to spend time to decorate his home with their family home to reflect the love and time spent on collecting
decorations over the years. Joe believes, “ The magic of Christmas is
more than decorating. But rather it revolves around the heirlooms and traditions that can be passed down generations to come.” He recom-
mends that as you build or add to holiday decorations, spend an extra moment to write down when and where the decorations were bought
or the special circumstances surrounding it. This is a perfect memento to pass on to children and to leave a piece of history.
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children. Every year as part of their Christmas presents, each child reAt that time their child selects a third of the ornaments to jumpstart their own ornament collection for their new marriage. Joe and Pam
know when couples are in the early years of marriage, those first few
Christmases, the tree can be sparse and lack ornaments. This tradition
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DECORATING CLASS held through
Arkansas Tech University’s Department
of Community Education on October 21. Joe Turner, lead designer, spent the eve-
ning teaching and showing the class
the latest Christmas decorating trends.
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Three Smartwatches That Might Change Minds About Wearable Tech By Curt Lanning
With arms wide open, society has embraced smartphones with the introduction of iPhones, Androids, and even Blackberries, but . . . smartwatches? Is society ready for that to be a thing yet? Admittedly, smartwatches haven’t exactly “caught on” yet. It could be because many people don’t think there is a use for them, or it could be the fact that some people think they look a little bizarre. Whatever the case, people may now have a reason to change their minds. Three watches have either hit the market or will soon, and they might just change the minds of shoppers when it comes to wearable tech.
Perhaps the company rumored to be making a smartwatch for the longest time is Apple. Everyone wondered when they would release word of their wrist worn device, and they finally let people see their baby at the same time they announced the iPhone 6 on Sept. 9, 2014. Their device, called the Apple Watch, will come in a variety of designs and colors, including an 18-karat gold model. Main features include being able to sync with the iPhone to display text messages, notifications, and calls. The Apple Watch will also be able to track fitness activity in a variety of ways.
Perhaps what sets the watch apart is it’s pairing with Apple’s new payment system called Apple Pay. The system will store credit card information and allow users to pay for things right from their wrist, without even having to pull out their wallet. The Apple Watch will be available sometime in 2015, but no price has been set. While Apple is taking their first swing into the smartwatch market, Samsung is stepping up to the plate for the third time. Their smartwatch line, called the Galaxy Gear, first launched on Sept. 4, 2013, and needless to say, it didn’t exactly go viral. On April 11, 2014, Samsung launched the Galaxy Gear 2. The sales were slightly above that of the first watch, but again, the device really failed to garner the attraction Samsung wanted. On Aug. 28, 2014, Samsung announced its newest watch, the Galaxy Gear S. It does similar things to the Apple Watch like display text messages, notifications, maps, and more, but unlike the iPhone, it comes with the ability to function independently of a smartphone. It can connect to cellular towers without pairing to a phone, allowing it to make calls and send messages on its own. The Samsung Galaxy Gear
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2 has been available in stores like Best Buy since the spring of 2014, but the Galaxy Gear S is set for release sometime in 2015.
Motorola, a company whose own phone sales have been outmatched by Samsung for a while now, created a bit of buzz when it first announced the Moto 360. Whereas Samsung’s earlier smartwatches were square and looked like wearing a calculator on the wrist, Motorola’s device actually looked like a normal round watch. The Moto 360 was first announced on March 18, 2014, and it went on sale on Sept. 5, 2014. The device costs $249.99 and can be ordered straight from Motorola’s website at www.Motorola.Com. Like the Apple Watch and the Samsung Galaxy Gear S, the Moto 360 will display notifications from the phone it is paired with, show fitness information, and allow a user to see calls and text messages. One of the advantages of the Moto 360 is that it is available now. Unlike Samsung’s Galaxy Gear S and the Apple Watch, Motorola’s device can be ordered right after reading this article. Another advantage the Moto 360 has over current smartwatches on the market, like the Samsung Galaxy Gear 2, is that its battery reportedly lasts 2.5 times longer, meaning it should go farther between charges. The Moto 360 and Samsung Galaxy Gear watches are both waterproof, according to their manufacturers, while the Apple Watch is said to be “water resistant.” While earlier versions of smartwatches may have failed to really dominate the market, this new line of watches from Apple, Samsung and Motorola certainly seems to get closer to changing the public’s mind about wearable tech. As for whether they’ll start a revolution in technology like the first iPhone did, that remains to be seen. g
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YOUR HOME IS YOUR MOST IMPORTANT INVESTMENT
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From routine checkups to treatments for surgery, the Foot and Ankle Speciality Clinic is equipped to handle all your podiatric needs.
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Where is the region’s most preferred place to have a baby?
Not in Little Rock. For the past 13 years, Strategic Market Research, an independent research company, has found that the region’s favorite place to have a baby is Conway Regional. It’s just one reason that every year almost 2,000 people trust us with their most precious deliveries. With a friendly, caring staff and homelike birthing suites, you won’t find a more welcoming place to have your baby. For complete results, visit ConwayRegional.org/QualityRankings.
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Main Street Russellville hosted the 23rd annual Downtown Fall Fest and Chili Cook-off on October 25, 2014. Crowds of families and vendors filled historic Downtown Russellville to enjoy the celebration. This daylong event is held on the last Saturday in October and is brimming with activities for the entire family to enjoy.
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culture SOCIAL The Pope County Library System (PCLS) hosted Young Adult
author, Aaron Slade, author of “Col-
orblind” on Thursday, October 16th at
Russellville City Hall. The Library Board
then unveiled PCLS’ new logo and tagline immediately following Slade’s Presentation.
The Russellville Symphony Guild hosted their
Denim and Disco event and fundraiser at
the home of Doris and Bill Lawrence and
was Co-Hosted by Mary and Clete Davis, Patty Goyette, Jan and Truman Hill, Judy Murphy, Georganne and David Rollans, Gerry and Mike Summers, and Ann and
Robert Squyres. The benefit was held on Saturday, September 13, 2014 to raise
funds to support and promote the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.
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Event Calendar NOVEMBER 13
Russellville Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours at the Hughes Center from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
NOVEMBER 17
Adult Pottery Classes offered from 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. weekly for the following 8 Mondays at the River Valley Arts Center
NOVEMBER 20-22
21st Annual Holiday Market at the Fort Smith Conventions Center
NOVEMBER 21-23
2nd Annual Byrd’s Mulberry River Rendezvous Festival hosted in Oark at Byrd’s Adventure Center
NOVEMBER 21
NOVEMBER 28-DECEMBER 28
Christmas lights in the Park, Alma, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
NOVEMBER 29-JANUARY 6
Winter Wonderland Downtown in Historic Downtown Russellville
NOVEMBER 29
Main Street Christmas Open House and Shop Small Weekend on Historic Main Street in Van Buren
DECEMBER 4
Russellville’s Christmas Parade in Historic Downtown from 6:30 p.m. -7: 30 p.m.
DECEMBER 5
Downtown Holiday Art Walk in Historic Downtown Russellville from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Holiday Jubilee 2014-Fire & Ice Art Gala & Fundraiser hosted by the River Valley Arts Center from 7 p.m.-9 p.m.
NOVEMBER 22
“Just 4 U” Sale Clarion Hotel 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
NOVEMBER 22
Holiday Market and Reindeer 5K Run/Walk in Clarksville
NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 31
An Altus Christmas, Lighting of the Park in Altus
NOVEMBER 24
Adult Pottery Classes offered from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. weekly for the following 8 Mondays at the River Valley Arts Center
NOVEMBER 24
Adult Pottery Classes offered from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. weekly for the following 8 Mondays at the River Valley Arts Center
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Dardanelle Christmas Parade
DECEMBER 6
“Just 4 U” Sale Clarion Hotel 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
DECEMBER 6
74th Annual Fort Smith Christmas Parade begins at 1 p.m. in Downtown Ft. Smith
DECEMBER 6
Winter at the Lake hosted at the Lake Dardanelle Visitor Center 9 a.m.- 4: 30 p.m.
DECEMBER 13-14
29th Annual The Nutcracker in Fort Smith at the Arkansas Best Corporation Performing Arts Center
DECEMBER 13
The Van Buren Christmas Parade at 6:30 p.m. historic Main Street
DECEMBER 13-14
Memphis Flea Market hosted in Jonesboro’s NEA Expo Center Fairgrounds
DECEMBER 14
The Altus Christmas Parade will be held in Altus at 2 p.m.
DECEMBER 20
“Just 4 U” Sale Clarion Hotel 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
JANUARY 16-18
Arkansas Tackle, Hunting & Boat Show at the Fort Smith Convention Center
JANUARY 25
River Valley Bridal Extravaganza at the Kay Rodgers Park Expo from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
JANUARY 23-25
25th Annual Big Buck Classic in North Little Rock on the Arkansas State Fairgrounds
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In the Interest of Literacy… Pope County Library System Foundation By Shawn E. Pierce, PCLS System Director
If you have an interest in literacy, and/or fundraising, the Pope County Library System Foundation (PCLSF) may be the Volunteer Board for you.
Overview PCLSF is a newly formed 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Pope County. Its mission is to support the funding of the Library System that is out of the realm of tax dollar support such as building or renovating library buildings, and supporting library programming endeavors for all ages to increase literacy in Pope County.
The support of the Foundation works hand-in-hand with the Pope County Library Millage to cover funding of the Pope County Library System (PCLS), and serves as a catalyst for attracting private funding from individuals, businesses, organizations and foundations to enhance library services for our community. PCLSF Board Members PCLS System Director, Shawn Pierce, says, “We are looking for a few talented and conscientious volunteer board members to help guide the fundraising efforts to expand the libraries. We are looking for individuals that have an interest in grant writing, special-event fundraising, publicity, asset management and other sectors.” Two Boards, different functions Library Board — The Library System has two Boards with very different purposes. The PCLS Library Board is appointed by the County Judge and functions to represent the libraries in Pope County to the people and governing officials. Board members typically represent the Atkins, Dover, Hector and Russellville areas. The Library Board
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reviews and proposes the Pope County Library Budget funds (County Millage for Maintenance & Operations of the libraries) for library services, promotes use of library resources, improves existing library services and buildings and offers library service to all. Library Board Chair, Connie Zimmer says, “The increase in usage of library services throughout the county has made it apparent that the library system must grow in order to provide these services in the future. I love seeing my grandchildren using the library and want to see that same love and excitement as they become older.” Library Foundation Board – PCLS Foundation President, Dan Huckabay says, “From a meat and potatoes standpoint, I have always felt that a solid foundation of reading skills leads to success in all areas of education and careers. Public libraries provide the opportunities for all ages to build and strengthen their reading skills, but public libraries also offer so many more services to the community. That’s where you add other items to the menu to expand on the basic foundation. I don’t have expertise in any one area, but I saw my participation on the Foundation board as an opportunity to serve the community in an area that means a lot to me.” The Library Foundation Board members are selected based on interest, experience, or other talents and come from a variety of sectors: Banking, Law, Finance, etc. PCLSF exists to raise funds that can be used to expand, renovate, or build new libraries in Pope County through private donations, grants, and fundraisers. Service Priorities Program New Facilities The PCLS Foundation seeks to increase literacy by expanding its libraries to contain programs for area residents. After the Master Plan
was completed, the library system’s Public Services Team started on a Public Services Plan to identify services to program the new library facilities. Service priorities include: Create Young Readers (Early Literacy); Adult, Teen, and Family Literacy; Reading, Viewing and Listening for Pleasure; Address needs to Visit a Comfortable Place (Physical & Virtual); (Life-long Learning); and address Needs to Connect to the Online World. Literacy increases income, employment, and health among other benefits. The 2003 National Assessment of Adult Literacy estimates that 14% of Arkansans 18 and over lack basic prose literacy skills. And, food insecurity in Pope County is 18%. PCLSF Vice-President, Suzanne Alford-Hodges quoted Andrew Carnegie who said, “A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people”. Serving on the PCLSF board is one of the best things I can do for my ALL the people in my community. Libraries protect democracy.” Original Library Building Projects Pierce, also the Foundation Secretary, is asked often how the current libraries were originally constructed. A Finance Committee using donations of labor, services, and a Library Services & Construction Act (LSCA) Grant (no longer available), along with many fundraising events, led the fundraising effort for the four libraries. The Foundation will allow the freedom to apply for grants that are only available to 501(c)(3)’s. Programming Support Donations for programming and the Summer Reading Program can be directed to the Library Foundation, which will direct those resources to the Summer Reading Program or Programming Department. If interested, please contact us at foundation@popelibrary.org, call 479-968-4368, or visit the Foundation website at: http://www.popelibrary.org/foundation/ g
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Maple and Brown Sugar Glazed Ham 1 fully cooked ham, about 6 to 8 pounds 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup apple juice 1 heaping tablespoon brown or Dijon mustard D ash cinnamon and ginger or allspice, optional Place ham, fat side up, on rack in a foil-lined roasting pan; score fat and stud with cloves, if desired. Cook at 325° for about 18 minutes per pound, until meat thermometer or instant read thermometer registers 148°. Combine glaze ingredients in saucepan; bring to a boil and boil for about 2 minutes (be careful not to let it boil over). About 20 minutes before the ham is done, spoon about half of the glaze over top of ham, then about 10 minutes before done, spread remaining glaze over ham. Serves 8 to 10. southernfood.com
All Day Apple Butter 5 ½ lbs. apples - peeled, cored and finely chopped 4 cups white sugar 2 tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. ground cloves ¼ tsp. salt Place the apples in a slow cooker. In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Pour the mixture over the apples in the slow cooker and mix well. Cover and cook on high 1 hour. Reduce heat to low and cook 9 to 11 hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thickened and dark brown. Uncover and continue cooking on low 1 hour. Stir with a whisk, if desired, to increase smoothness. Spoon the mixture into sterile containers, cover and refrigerate or freeze. allrecipes.com
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Cranberry Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken
Bomboloni with Chocolate Espresso Sauce
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1/2 cup dried cranberries 2/3 cup chopped walnuts 1/3 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs 2/3 cup dry bread crumbs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 Eggland’s Best® eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon active dry yeast (from a ¼ ounce package) 6 tablespoons warm whole milk (105–115°F) 1 cup and 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 large egg 1 ½ tbsp. unsalted butter, softened 1 ½ tbsp. sugar ½ tsp. vanilla extract ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon ¼ tsp. salt About 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine cheese and cranberries. Spoon 1/4 cup cheese mixture down the center of each chicken breast. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. Place walnuts and parsley in a food processor; cover and process until ground. Transfer to a shallow bowl; stir in the bread crumbs, salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, combine eggs and mustard. Place flour in a third shallow bowl. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in egg mixture and coat with walnut mixture. Place seam side down in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Discard toothpicks. To Make Ahead: Prepare the roll-ups; cover and refrigerate until ready to bake. tasteofhome.com
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MAKE DOUGH: Stir together yeast and milk in bowl of mixer and let stand until it appears creamy, about 5 minutes. (If mixture doesn’t appear creamy, start over with new yeast.) Mix in ½ cup flour at low speed. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel and let rise in a draft-free place at warm room temperature until doubled, about 1 hour. Mix in egg, butter, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and remaining ½ cup plus 2 tbsp. flour at low speed until combined. Increase speed to medium and beat dough until smooth and elastic, 5 to 7 minutes. Scrape dough into center of bowl and dust with additional flour. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel and let dough rise in a draft-free place at warm room temperature until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down dough and turn out onto a well-floured surface (dough will be very sticky.) Cut into 16 equal pieces and form into balls with floured hands. Transfer to a lightly floured baking sheet 1 inch apart. Heat 2 ½ inches oil to 350°F in a 4- to 5-quart pot over medium heat. Fry bomboloni in batches of 4, turning frequently with tongs for even browning, until puffed and golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Transfer with a slotted spoon to towels to drain. Return oil to 350°F between batches. Cool bomboloni to warm and serve with sauces. CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO SAUCE ½ tbsp. instant espresso powder 1/3 cup water 1 ½ tbsp. light corn syrup
¼ tsp. vanilla extract 4 ounces bittersweet (60% cacao) chocolate, finely chopped
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Combine espresso powder, 1/3 cup water, and corn syrup in a small heavy saucepan, and bring it to a boil, stirring. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chocolate, stirring until chocolate is melted and sauce is smooth. gourmet.com
Butternut Squash Salad 1 whole butternut squash chopped into 1” pieces A few sprigs of rosemary Mixed salad greens Crumbled gorgonzola Toasted pumpkin seeds A handful of olives Red wine vinegar Extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper Toss the squash in olive oil add the rosemary, season and roast at 425°F for about 25-30 minutes, let cool slightly before adding to salad, or save if roasting in advance. Make the dressing, by adding the oil gradually to the vinegar. The ratio should be 1/3 vinegar to 2/3 oil, then season. Arrange the greens, squash, olives, cheese and pumpkin seeds. Eat, accompanied with fresh crusty bread and a glass of crisp white wine.
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OPAL MAE’S CAFÉ & CATERING Opal Mae’s Café & Catering is “genuine southern style food and down home cooking.” Patrons can enjoy a scenic stroll through downtown Russellville and head over to the restaurant and enjoy a buffet style meal with different home-cooked meals and several vegetables to chose from. The restaurant now offers meals to go. They can be ready to be cooked at the convenience of your home or ready to eat. They are perfect for that event you need a special dish for or a holiday gathering. Holiday menu and catering options available on website. 321 West B St. Russellville, AR (479) 968-6725 opalmaescafe.com
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RIVERTOWNE BBQ This rustic BBQ joint makes a statement. Their handmade and bottled BBQ is placed on the table rather than on the meat. They explain, “Our way of thinking is like this; if you use quality meats, you don’t need to slather them with sauce - we will let the customer do that to their own preference.” They are also known for their fixins made from scratch. Here are a few of their mottos: “when in doubt, throw it out”, “if you are not proud of it, don’t put it out for someone else to eat”, and for the servers they remember to “rate the plate, if you wouldn’t be proud to serve it... don’t”. Make sure to head to Rivertowne BBQ to see and taste what all the mottos are all about. 205 S 3rd St, Ozark, AR (479) 667-1808 rivertownebbq.com $
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BUFFALO WILD WINGS Sport and wing fans find this a perfect destination especially as Football season kicks off. There are enough plasma T.V.’s in the restaurant that every seat is the best seat in the house to root for your favorite team. They feature hot wings but also have a full menu that offers several kid’s meals, salads, burgers and sandwiches, along with beer and mixed drinks from the bar. This family friendly destination is fun for the entire family. 2212 E Parkway Drive Russellville, AR(479) 967-1288 buffalowildwings.com $$
Fine Dining At Its Best • Feasts To Go • Catering
479-967-1707 319 W. Main St. Russellville italiangardenscafe.com
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BRANGUS STEAK HOUSE With daily specials, it is easy to find a reason to venture to Brangus Steak house. A welcoming environment for the entire family, and offers a variety of meal options. Whether you are in the mood for mouth-watering, hand cut steaks, chicken, or ribs all with leave stuffed to satisfaction. 1509 East Main Street Russellville, AR. (479) 968-1999
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food DINE 479 ITALIAN GARDENS CAFÉ Whether its time to grab dinner as a family or looking for a place for a business lunch the Italian Gardens hits the spot. This locally owned restaurant boast the best-unlimited bread sticks in Russellville. This Italian restaurant’s menu has all the classic staples of an Italian restaurant with higher end options available with the dinner menu. Catering and carry-out available upon request. 319 W. Main Street Russellville, AR (479) 967-1707 italiangardenscafe.com $$
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OLD POST BBQ Around since 1979, this BBQ restaurant is home to their award winning BBQ sauce created with their own southern flare. You will find that all the meat options, homemade potato salad and coleslaw is prepared fresh daily. You would be remiss if you didn’t try the homemade banana pudding or their assortment of cobblers. Catering menu available. 407 South Arkansas Russellville, AR (479) 968-2421 oldpostbbq.com $
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KXIO COFFEE HOUSE When asked to describe the experience at KXIO Coffee House this customer stated, “This place is unlike anything you would expect to find in Arkansas. Great vibe and great food too. Music lovers can kick back and soak up the ambiance.” 117 S College Ave Clarksville, AR (479) 754-1069 kxiocoffeehouse.com $
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LA HUERTA What one customer had to say about La Huerta: “A great place for a quick burrito or any Mexican dish. Probably the best bang for your buck in Russellville.” Once can find authentic Mexican cuisine, a la carte orders, combination, vegetarian combination dinners, children’s plates, side orders, lunch specialties, salad, and take-out available just a to name a few. 2005 N Arkansas Ave Russellville, AR (479) 880-9111 $
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FAT DADDY’S BAR-B-QUE Their downtown location doesn’t disappoint. With T.V.’s spread out through the restaurant and an outdoor patio, whether you are looking for a place to watch the game or spending time with family and friends over great food, Fat Daddy’s is the place to go. Not only do they have BBQ but you can find great catfish, steaks, salads, and much more. 104 N Denver Ave, Russellville, AR (479) 967-0420 $$
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