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Father suspected in baby’s death

BY WAYLON HARRIS Sun Staff Writer wharris@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — A 1-monthold baby died Sunday, and his father is suspected of first-degree murder.

Sidney Campbell, 36, and Jennifer Campbell, 30, are both expected to appear today in court.

Brookland police were called

to 110 Logan St., Brookland, at about 7:50 a.m. Sunday on a report of an unresponsive infant. When they arrived, police found 1-month-old Sidney Campbell unresponsive on a changing table in the nursery.

The child’s parents were in their bedroom “holding each other and very emotional and upset” when authorities arrived, Brookland Police De-

partment officer Eric Stephens said.

According to Stephens, Jennifer Campbell initially told investigators she woke up and found the child unresponsive at about 7:40 a.m. She said she yelled for her husband to call 911, and she rushed the child to the home nursery and placed him on a changing table and began CPR, which she told au-

thorities she was trained to do.

Craighead County Sheriff’s Office Assistant Chief Deputy Justin Rolland said Tuesday the medical examiner from the State Crime Lab told him the child had a fractured skull and died of blunt-force head trauma. Police at the home Sunday also noted two bruises on the Please see BABY | A2

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Work continues on Cash home Despain murder trial stays in Jonesboro

BY DUSTIN AZLIN Sun Staff Writer dazlin@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — The murder trial of Michelle Despain will take place in Jonesboro after the defense’s change of venue motion was denied Wednesday by a judge.

Michelle Despain’s defense attorneys Ray Nickle and Bill Stanley argued that due to extensive media coverage of the case and numerous posts on social networks, she would be unable to receive a fair trial in Jonesboro.

Circuit Judge Victor Hill disagreed.

“Although there has been considerable interest from the news media about this case, the court does not detect in the news accounts any media bias against the defendant,” Hill wrote in his decision Despain Tuesday.

The judge added that news reports have the potential to prevent a fair trial, but said that “crucial tipping point” has not been reached.

Hill said the process of jury selection is designed to weed out biased jurors, and if needed the court will take a more Please see DESPAIN | A2 Sherry F. Pruitt | The Sun

The Johnny Cash Boyhood Home is shown Wednesday at Dyess in Mississippi County. A group of stakeholders toured the home, which will get its grand opening next year.

Boyhood home opens to stakeholders

BY SHERRY F. PRUITT Sun Staff Writer sherry@jonesborosun.com

Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series on the restoration of the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home and the Dyess Colony.

DYESS — Johnny Cash’s nephew stood in the kitchen of his uncle’s boyhood home Wednesday, recalling that it always smelled like chicken and biscuits.

“I always came in the back door,” Roy Cash said. “I only came in the front door three or four times.”

Cash walked through the front door Wednesday, along with nearly three dozen people who were touring the grounds of Dyess Colony, a community

President Franklin D. Roosevelt established in 1934 for 500 families affected by the Great Depression.

Johnny Cash’s parents, Ray and Carrie Cash, and their children made up one of those families. Signage at the site said that for the Cashes to be considered for the colony, they were required to be physically fit, have agricultural knowledge and show a need.

“These pioneers each cleared land for farms with the government-subsidized help of 40 acres and a mule,” according to the sign.

Kirkley Thomas of the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas said the agency has been involved with and supportive of the preservation and restoration of the

Johnny Cash Boyhood Home and Dyess Colony since 2009.

“We wanted to bring local stakeholders out and give them a peek in advance of next year,” Thomas said.

Dr. Ruth Hawkins, director of Arkansas Heritage System Initiatives for Teaching and Economic Support (SITES), said the Cash homestead is expected to be completed by April and open on a limited basis. A grand opening ceremony will be held in fall 2014 in conjunction with the 2014 Johnny Cash Musical Festival.

“It was a brand-new house when Johnny Cash lived there,” Hawkins said. “If you saw it a few years ago, you would know

City attorney puts brakes on council’s fast action

BY KEITH INMAN Sun Staff Writer inman@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — It started as a one-issue special meeting Tuesday evening for the Jonesboro City Council.

But by meeting time, the agenda had grown to deal with a wide range of issues, including an emergency ordinance that would impose fines on people who allow their dogs to defecate on public or

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City Attorney Phillip Crego put a stop to the add-ons, saying the public needed more notice.

“And some of the council members had some of the same questions I did,” Crego said Wednesday. “And once it was pointed out then everybody agreed to just pull those other items down or postPlease see COUNCIL | A2

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Ex-accountant accused of theft of $80,000-plus

BY WAYLON HARRIS Sun Staff Writer wharris@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — The former accountant for Abilities Unlimited is accused of stealing more than $80,000 from the nonprofit organization that provides work opportunities for people with disabilities.

Lora Tyler, 44, 804 N. Caraway Road, admitted during questioning to stealing the money over a nearly two-year period, Jonesboro Police Department Investigator Kenny Oldham said in a probable cause affidavit.

Jonesboro police were contacted by Abilities Unlimited Chief Operating Officer Darren May, who said auditors discovered $80,615 had been stolen from the business since August 2011.

May said Tyler used the organization’s payroll system to produce extra paychecks for herself.

Craighead County District Judge Curt Huckaby found sufficient evidence Wednesday to charge Tyler with feloPlease see ABILITIES | A2

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Michelle Despain, 34, of Jonesboro, is accused of hiring a man to kill her husband, Marc Evan Despain, 34. He was shot to death Aug. 24, 2011, at his home.

Michelle Despain and three others — her father, Carl Dewayne Kelley, 60, of Paragould; Terrence Odell Barker, 29, of Jonesboro; and Johnny Hubbard, 52, of Jonesboro — were arrested on suspicion of capital murder in connection with the killing.

Marc and Michelle Despain owned BZB Enterprises, which managed rental properties. Kelley worked for them. Hubbard was a tenant in one of the properties.

Kelley was sentenced to 35 years in prison in early January after pleading guilty to first-degree murder.

Barker — the reported trigger man — pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced in September to 35 years in prison.

Hubbard was sentenced to 58 years in prison after pleading guilty to hinder-

ing apprehension or prosecution in the murder case and a probation violation in a separate drug case.

Investigators tied Despain to the murder through analysis of her cell phone records, according to a probable cause affidavit.

The prosecution was glad the trial would be kept in Jonesboro.

“The state’s position from the beginning has been that Michelle Despain could get a fair trial in Craighead County, and I am happy that Judge Hill agreed with us,” Scott Ellington, 2nd Judicial District prosecuting attorney, said.

Marc Despain’s parents, Jack and Tana Despain agreed with Ellington.

“Jack and I of course were very pleased that we are going to remain in Jonesboro,” Tana Despain said.

She said the two are now just waiting for trial dates to be set.

Attempts to reach Michelle Despain’s attorneys by deadline were unsuccessful.

Sun staff writer Keith Inman contributed to this story.

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ny theft of property over $25,000. Huckaby set bond for Tyler at $2,500 and ordered her to appear Aug. 30 in circuit court.

Abilities Unlimited Chief Executive Officer Phil Taylor said the organization has bonding insurance that will cover the loss, minus a deductible.

“We routinely do audits and found these irregularities and had to turn them over to the police department,” Taylor said.

He said the missing funds may have impacted the organization’s dayto-day operations, but because the nonprofit is bonded, the organization’s “out-of-pocket expense is not going to be great.”

Taylor said the largest impact of the incident was with the personnel.

“We have to repair some of the relationships with the staff,” Taylor said. “We work in very stressful situations with people with disabilities.

We count on each other.

So that has more impact on the staff that’s left than the financial part did. If we weren’t bonded, that would be a different story.

But the biggest damage is in the trust and things like

that you build with your team members and those that you work with.”

Taylor said the auditing process had been underway for about six weeks, “and it all just kind of came to a head on Monday when we identified the issue and started researching.”

Taylor said the incident has spurred the organization to change some practices and processes.

“We already have some other plans in place, a checks and balance kind of thing, so we think that we can work through this and learn from our mistakes and her mistakes and correct it so that something like this won’t happen again,” Taylor said.

“It is what it is, and again, the big thing here is that you work with people, you build trust, you build these relationships as a team trying to meet the demands of a nonprofit in the business of dealing with people who have a lot of issues they were born with and trying to mediate that as much as you can and get them into a better life,” he added. “So when you have someone betray that trust, it brings you down a little bit.”

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baby that resembled adult thumb impressions — one near the baby’s right hip and another on the infant’s chest.

The couple agreed to meet investigators Tuesday at the sheriff’s office.

Rolland said that while interviewing Sidney and Jennifer Campbell on Tuesday, the couple admitted to fabricating the story they initially told officers Sunday.

“By their own admission they had both, before officers arrived to the residence, fabricated a story to tell police in order to protect the father from what he had done — from his actions,” Rolland said. “They had this story, which basically consisted of them telling police that he had woke up at midnight, fed the baby, placed

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it back in the bassinet and woke up the next morning to find the baby dead.”

Rolland said Sidney Campbell changed his account of events multiple times.

“He initially lied about his involvement, but later admitted to possibly dropping the baby on its head,” Rolland said.

After questioning the pair, Rolland arrested Sidney Campbell on suspicion of first-degree murder. Rolland said Jennifer Campbell was arrested on suspicion of hindering apprehension or prosecution.

The two are expected to appear today before a judge for a probable cause hearing.

Sidney and Jennifer Campbell were being held Wednesday at the Craighead County Detention Center.

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Dr. Ruth Hawkins (center), director of Arkansas Heritage System Initiatives for Teaching and Economic Support, leads a tour Wednesday at the boyhood home of Johnny Cash in Dyess. The linoleum is original to the home.

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what terrible shape it was in.”

Construction workers are taking notes about the appearance of the Cash home from Johnny Cash’s siblings, Joanne Cash and Tommy Cash.

Cabinets in the kitchen have been replaced to resemble what they would have looked like during 1934-35. Underneath the kitchen sink will be a feed sack cloth that Tommy and Joanne recalled being there.

The first families moved in during October 1934. Ray and Carrie Cash moved from Kingsland, Johnny Cash’s birthplace, to Dyess in March 1935, Hawkins said. Recruitment of families for the colony ended May 1, 1936, with 487 families approved for the available 500 homes, she said.

Hawkins, standing on the original front room linoleum flooring, said the covering will be re-

stored, and similar linoleum was salvaged from another colony home for other rooms. Hawkins said she and Joanne were surprised to know the original wood floors were hidden underneath a replacement floor by the previous owner throughout the house.

“The house (interior) was never painted,” Hawkins said.

She recalled reading Johnny Cash’s autobiography, which referenced five empty cans of green paint still in the house when the Cash family arrived.

Hawkins took the group into each room of the house, pointing out places where Tommy and Joanne recalled specific pieces of furniture. For example, Carrie’s piano’s place was immediately to the right of the front door of the living room. The piano is one of the original furnishings that will be displayed in the house.

Hawkins also is looking for replica pieces of

furniture to make the house look like Tommy and Joanne described.

She said she found in Ohio a lime green ice box with tan doors; it resembles the original one, and Hawkins said it is in Marked Tree under restoration.

She’s also secured a sideboard, kitchen sink and bathtub. Other furnishings the Cashes had include a pot-bellied stove, a sleeper sofa, a Treadle Singer sewing machine, a table Johnny Cash made in shop class at school, and a Sears Silvertone radio.

“It’s where Johnny or J.R. pulled up a chair at night,” Hawkins said.

The house was built for plumbing and electricity hookups, but the Cashes did not have access to water inside the home.

They got water from a pump, filled the bathtub and allowed it to drain through the floor, she explained. J.E. Huff, a boyhood friend of Johnny Cash, recalled Dyess get-

ting electricity in 1943 or ’44.

The year they got electricity, Hawkins said, Ray had the family stand around a light bulb in the center of the front room for the unveiling.

He pulled the string, and everybody cheered, she recalled.

On the grounds, longrange plans include an outhouse, corn crib, barn and smokehouse. Plans also call for sidewalks and for landscaping the exterior, Hawkins said.

JoAnn Archer of Owasso, Okla., was not part of the Wednesday tour, but was visiting her hometown. Archer said she lived in an original colony home.

“I was brought up in a house that was similar,” she said.

Hawkins wasted no time getting Archer’s contact information and inquiring about possible photographs.

Coming: The financial impact of the Johnny Cash project.

quality of life issues, Perrin said.

For example, the proposal to fine owners of defecating dogs. Since construction of 80 loft apartments downtown, businesses have complained of a messy problem. Merchants have bought special “pet stations” for people who walk their dogs downtown to deposit their droppings, Perrin said.

“It was kind of a courtesy to them,” Perrin said of the proposed ordinance. “They called and said, ‘Hey, when you get this thing passed, we’re ready to put these out.’”

Other merchants, particularly restaurants, have complained of tall grass on adjacent vacant lots. The city code makes allowances for tracts larger than 5 acres. He said the allowance was originally intended for farmland.

“Some of those are abutting restaurants and stuff that’s creating a problem with rodents and stuff like that,” the mayor said. The first draft he intended to offer to the committee Tuesday still needs some work, he said.

An ordinance planned for the Public Works Committee would give property owners some flexibility in redevelopment efforts in older sections of the city.

The owner of property

on Rains Street recently encountered a dilemma when he discovered the lot size is slightly smaller than existing code allows.

The proposal would give the planning director the ability to grant an exception when the proposed lot is less than 5 percent out of compliance.

Another proposed ordinance would bring the city’s regulations on older mobile homes into compliance with the state code. The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission endorsed that proposal at its July 9 meeting.

Under normal circumstances, a proposed ordinance or resolution first goes to committee. It’s entered into a feature on the city’s website by 10 a.m. the Thursday prior to the scheduled meeting date, and the public has an opportunity to read it.

If endorsed by the committee, the issue then goes on the agenda of the the next full council meeting for consideration. Once again, it’s entered into the city’s website for people to view.

However, the council has the option to suspended its established rules and “walk on” legislation to the full council agenda without the normal two-week wait.

That’s the approach the city took Aug. 21 when the council approved the

purchase of what is now Municipal Center.

“Some issues are true emergencies that need to be addressed immediately, and the law provides for that,” Crego said. “It’s hard to have a fast and hard rule because emergency circumstances do arise and things have to be addressed. But I always caution and recommend that those powers be used sparingly.”

Because next week’s meetings already have lengthy agendas, Perrin said he wanted to dispose of some non-controversial items.

“I don’t want people to think we’re trying to do something and rush things through,” Perrin said.

City Clerk Donna Jackson agreed the council faces a big agenda next week.

“It seemed like a good idea,” Perrin said, “but then when we got there, I guess some of those may not have gotten approved until about three hours before the council meeting, and I don’t want anybody in town to think that we’re trying to rush or push anything through.”

The agenda for Tuesday’s regular council and committee meetings will be available for public view by 10 a.m. today on the city’s website: www. jonesboro.org.

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pone them until their regularly-scheduled meeting and council dates.”

It would have been legal to address the addons to the agenda because media were given more than two hours’ notice, Crego said. However, he said it still wasn’t adequate notice for the general public from a practical standpoint.

The original purpose of the special meeting was to formally accept the deed for the former U.S. Army Reserve building, which will be converted to a new police headquarters.

But less than three hours before time for the council’s Public Works Committee to convene, two ordinances were added. Also, a special meeting of the Public Safety Committee was called to deal with two more ordinances and a resolution.

Mayor Harold Perrin said Wednesday he decided to add the issues Tuesday because next week’s meeting already has a long list of issues to consider.

“And my thinking was, since the council was there (Tuesday), that we could go ahead and take care of some business that we had,” Perrin explained.

All the proposals were

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With 3 ‘hops,’ NSA gets millions of phone records

BY MATT APUZZO AND PETE YOST Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s national security team acknowledged for the first time Wednesday that, when investigating one suspected terrorist, it can read and store the phone records of millions of Americans.

Since it was revealed recently that the National Security Agency puts the phone records of every American into a database, the Obama administration has assured the nation that such records are rarely searched and, when they are, officials target only suspected international terrorists.

Meanwhile, at a hacker convention in Las Vegas on Wednesday, the head of the NSA said government methods used to

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Army Gen. Keith Alexander, head of the National Security Agency, delivers a keynote address at the Black Hat hacker conference on Wednesday in Las Vegas. collect telephone and email data helped foil 54 terror plots — a figure that drew open skepti-

cism from lawmakers back in Washington. “Not by any stretch can you get 54 terrorist plots,” said

the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt. More than a decade af-

the director of national intelligence to recommend changes that could be made to the phonesurveillance program, and President Barack Obama invited a bipartisan group of lawmakers to the White House on Thursday to discuss their concerns about the National Security Agency’s surveillance programs.

A White House official says the top Democrats and Republicans on the House and Senate intelligence panels will attend.

So will Democratic Sens.

Mark Udall of Colorado and Ron Wyden of Oregon, two lawmakers who raised the alarm about the NSA’s sweeping domestic programs. Two others calling for more NSA oversight, Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois and Sensenbrenner, will also attend.

ter the terror attacks of 2001, the phone-record surveillance program has stirred deep privacy concerns on Capitol Hill, where Leahy said Wednesday during an oversight hearing: “If this program is not effective, it has to end,” adding that, “So far I’m not convinced by what I’ve seen.”

In the House earlier this month, lawmakers said they never intended to allow the NSA to build a database of every phone call in America, and they threatened to curtail the government’s surveillance authority. “You’ve got a problem,” Rep. James Sensenbrenner, RWis., told top intelligence officials weeks ago.

Sensing a looming shift in the privacy-versussecurity cultural calculus, the White House responded: It has ordered

Egypt orders camps cleared; protesters apply themselves to goals

BY MAGGIE MICHAEL Associated Press

CAIRO — Protesters holding sticks and wearing helmets and makeshift body armor stand behind mounds of sandbags, tires and brick walls. They change guards every two hours to ensure they stay alert.

With Egypt’s militarybacked government signaling a crackdown is imminent, supporters of ousted Islamist President Mohammed Morsi are taking no chances with security at their two protest camps in Cairo.

On Wednesday, the Cabinet ordered the police to break up the sit-ins, saying they pose an “unacceptable threat” to national security.

Interior Minister Mohammed Ibrahim said the order will be carried out in

gradual steps according to instructions from prosecutors. “I hope they resort to reason” and leave without authorities having to move in, he told The Associated Press in a telephone interview.

Ahmed Sobaie, spokesman for the Muslim Brotherhood’s political arm, the Freedom and Justice party, derided the Cabinet decision as “paving the way for another massacre.”

“The police state is getting ready to commit more massacres against the innocent, unarmed civilians holding sit-ins for the sake of legitimacy,” he said.

In Washington, State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf appealed to the military-led government to avoid violence. “We have continued to urge the interim government officials

and security forces to respect the right of peaceful assembly,” she said. “That obviously includes sit-ins.”

Organizers are portraying the sit-ins outside the Rabaah al-Adawiya mosque in eastern Cairo and a smaller one across the city near Cairo University’s main campus as evidence of an enduring support base for Morsi’s once-dominant Muslim Brotherhood.

The Brotherhood has so far refused to cooperate with the country’s interim leaders, whom it calls “traitors,” or participate in a military-backed fast-track transition plan to return to a democratically elected government by early next year.

Instead it tries to keep thousands of supporters camped out in tents decorated with photos of Morsi, occupying a cross-shaped intersection

facing the mosque.

Authorities have already cracked down on the organization, arresting Morsi and other senior leaders.

On Wednesday, Egyptian prosecutors referred three top leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood to trial for allegedly inciting the killing of at least eight protesters last month outside the group’s Cairo headquarters.

Security forces also have killed more than 130 protesters during clashes outside the camps on two occasions.

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A child stands next to a poster of ousted President Mohammed Morsi outside Rabaah al-Adawiya mosque, where supporters have installed a camp and hold daily rallies, in Cairo on Wednesday.

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The First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States: ‘Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.’

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Detroit’s death by democracy In 1860, an uneasy Charles Darwin confided in a letter to a friend: “I had no intention to write atheistically” but “I cannot persuade myself that a beneficent and omnipotent God would have designedly created the Ichneumonidae with the express intention of their feeding within the living bodies of caterpillars.”

What appalled him had fascinated entomologist William Kirby (1759-1850): The ichneumon insect inserts an egg in a caterpillar, and the larva hatched from the egg, he said, “gnaws the inside of the caterpillar, and though at last it has devoured almost every part of it except the skin and intestines, carefully all this George time avoids injuring the viWill | tal organs, as if aware that its own existence depends on that of the insect on which it preys!”

Government employees’ unions living parasitically on Detroit have been less aware than ichneumon larvae. About them, and their collaborators in the political class, the question is: What.

Were. They. Thinking? Well, how did Bernie Madoff or the Enron executives convince themselves their houses of cards would never collapse?

Here, where cattle could graze in vast swaths of this depopulated city, democracy ratified a double delusion: Magic would rescue the city (consult the Bible, the bit about the multiplication of the loaves and fishes), or Washington would deem Detroit, as it recently did some banks and two of the three Detroit-based automobile companies, “too big to fail.” But Detroit failed long ago. And not even Washington, whose recklessness is almost limitless, is oblivious to the minefield of moral hazard it would stride into if it rescued this city and, then inevitably, others that are buckling beneath the weight of their cumulative follies. It is axiomatic: When there is no penalty for failure, failures proliferate.

This bedraggled city’s decay poses no theological conundrum of the sort that troubled Darwin, but it does pose worrisome questions about the viability of democracy in jurisdictions where big government and its unionized employees collaborate in pillaging taxpayers.

Self-government has failed in what once was America’s fourth-largest city and now is smaller than Charlotte, N.C. Detroit, which boomed during World War II when industrial America was “the arsenal of democracy,” died of democracy. Today, among the exculpatory alibis invoked to deflect blame from the political class and the docile voters who empowered it, is the myth

that Detroit is simply a victim of “deindustrialization.” In 1950, however, Detroit and Chicago were comparable — except Detroit was probably wealthier, as measured by per capita income.

Chicago, too, lost manufacturing jobs, to the American South, to south of the border, to South Korea and elsewhere.

But Chicago discerned the future and diversified. It is grimly ironic that Chicago’s iconic street is Michigan Avenue.

Detroit’s population, which is 62 percent smaller than in 1950, has contracted less than the United Auto Workers membership, which was more than 1 million in 1950, and now is around 390,000. Auto industry executives, who often were invertebrate mediocrities, continually bought labor peace by mortgaging their companies’ futures in surrenders to union demands. Then city officials gave their employees — who have 47 unions, including one for crossing guards — pay scales comparable to those of autoworkers. Thus did privatesector decadence drive public-sector dysfunction — government negotiating with government-employees’ unions that are government organized as an interest group to lobby itself to do what it wants to do: Grow.

Steven Rattner, who administered the bailout of part of the Detroit-based portion of America’s automobile industry, says “apart from voting in elections, the 700,000 remaining residents of the Motor City are no more responsible for Detroit’s problems than were the victims of Hurricane Sandy for theirs.”

Congress, he says, should bail out Detroit because “America is just as much about aiding those less fortunate as it is about personal responsibility.”

There you have today’s liberalism: Human agency, hence responsibility, is denied. Apart from the pesky matter of “voting in elections” — apart from decades of voting to empower incompetents, scoundrels and criminals, and to mandate unionized rapacity — no one is responsible for anything. Popular sovereignty is a chimera because impersonal forces akin to hurricanes are sovereign.

The restoration of America’s vitality depends on, among many other things, avoiding the bottomless sinkhole that would be created by the federal government rescuing one-party cities, and one-party states such as Illinois, from the consequences of unchecked power.

Those consequences of such power — incompetence, magical thinking, cynicism and sometimes criminality — are written in Detroit’s ruins.

George Will’s email address is georgewill@washpost.com. (c) 2013, Washington Post Writers Group

Letters Repeal Obamacare My feeling is that Obamacare stinks.

The train wreck is coming. We need to stop it or repeal it before it literally runs amok.

I am quite sure this was planned some time ago. It will basically destroy this nation as they, whoever they are, planned this march to socialism.

I seriously doubt that Hussein Obama knows what a real health plan looks like. He does not have that experience. If you laid one on his desk, I doubt that he would know what to do with it.

Now is the time to repeal Obamacare so that not as many folks get hit by the wayward train. The president, the one we mistrust, has had poor leadership. He is often confusing as to the letter of the prescribed. He and Eric Holder are two pigs in a poke.

Where oh where is our trusted and back-boned GOP? Were you aware that our Congressional Budget Office estimates that 7 million Americans will lose their employer-based health insurance under the stinking Obamacare? Yes, they will. And unless you and I do something about Obamacare, there will be lots of folks crying. One-sizedoes-not fit all, which Obama does not understand.

So far, 79 percent of Americans would completely repeal Obamacare.

Only l6 percent would not repeal it.

John R. May Paragould

Judging People are always saying you’re not supposed to judge. Jesus says, “Judge not, that ye be not judged.”

What does that mean? It doesn’t mean that we can’t call evil, evil, or sin, sin.

Jesus said, “Beware of false prophets, ye shall know them by their fruits.”

Paul said, “Pray ... that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men.” Also, he said, “Alexander the coppersmith did me much evil; of whom be thou ware also; for he hath greatly withstood our words.”

Also, “Mark them, don’t have anything to do with them.”

Jude said, “They are clouds without water, trees whose fruit withers, raging waves, wandering stars.”

When someone is on a jury and finds a person guilty of murder, rape or theft, etc., is that wrong to do that?

According to the scripture, there are times we can call a crook, a crook, a duck, a duck, and a rotten apple, a rotten apple.

Truth jumps up and bites somebody in the nose again!

Can any and everyone be saved?

Yes, if they are willing to accept what Jesus has done on the cross for them.

Don Turnbow Paragould

Fecal findings A few weeks ago I read in the paper that the Walcott Swimming Lake at the Crowley’s Ridge Park was closed because of e-coli bacteria in the water because of the flock of geese there.

Then later reopened because the geese were removed.

Recently, one evening I went fishing close to the dam at the Reynold’s Park Lake and struck up a conversation with another fisherman. He said he Please see LETTERS | A5

GOP efforts to torpedo Obamacare contemptible

Aaron Rodgers, the all-pro quarterback of the Green Bay Packers, will hawk casualty insurance for State Farm Mutual in funny TV spots again this fall, but neither he nor any other National Football League star will sell health insurance.

Congressional Republicans said it would be unseemly for sports stars to help President Barack Obama insure families against medical catastrophes and demanded that the NFL commissioner, the good Republican Roger Goodell, prevent it. Goodell seemed to accede, although Ernie only a few months ago he stood up for the right of a Dumas | Baltimore Ravens linebacker to publicly promote same-sex marriage.

The threat to the sports organizations is part of the full-court press by congressional Republicans to screw up Obamacare before the final piece of it, the private insurance market, takes effect in October. They threaten to plunge the nation into bankruptcy and destroy its credit this winter if the president starts educating people about the importance of having health insurance.

Who knows how much sports heroes could wise people up on buying health insurance, but some of these

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Here in Arkansas, Republicans are praising big parts of it, like big savings from bundled payments and Medicaid expansion, because everyone agrees not to whisper that they are Obamacare. jock commercials are pretty good. I confess I would like to see Troy Polamalu, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ fierce all-pro safety, tackle an actor stand-in for Sen. Mitch McConnell, rip his white shirt off and toss the souvenir to a little boy of uninsured parents. Polamalu, you know, does it now to the guy who grabbed a frosty Coke from the boy’s hand and tried to flee down the stadium tunnel — a funny reprise of the famous Coke commercials of Mean Joe Greene in 1979.

Upon hearing that the Department of Health and Human Services might enlist NFL stars in the campaign to enroll uninsured people in private health plans, McConnell, the Senate Republican leader, and Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, the GOP whip, sent Goodell

and the heads of the other professional sports associations letters saying that they had better not let the athletes do that. They said the Affordable Care Act — a.k.a. Obamacare — is a bad deal. The letter repeated the three-year-old mantra about the terrible things Obamacare does — all wrong, by the way. It is dangerous, they warned, for professional sports, to be involved in partisan stuff.

The House speaker joined them.

In 2007, when Massachusetts was implementing the insurance mandate of Romneycare, the template for Obamacare, the state used the Boston Red Sox to tell people why and how to buy insurance in the government-supervised market. That was different, McConnell said, because quite a few Democrats voted for Gov. Romney’s bill, and no Republican voted for Obama’s.

The educational campaign to explain the new state insurance markets and how to enroll is overdue, the administration having abandoned the field to Republicans and foes of universal insurance for four years, since Congress began work on the reforms. People still know little about the law except the GOP’s slogans, which were based on phrases that struck a nerve with focus groups in early 2009: Everyone’s taxes will go up, insurance will be more expensive, the government and not doctors and their patients will make medi-

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cal decisions, Medicare benefits will be slashed, treatment will be withheld from old folks, and on and on. Not one is true, but that is what half the people believe.

Most of Obamacare has already been implemented and nearly everyone is happy with it, to the extent they know Obamacare had anything to do with it: lower drug costs for seniors, free preventive care, youngsters remaining on their parents’ policies, rebates from insurance companies for excess profits, the end of annual and lifetime caps on coverage. Here in Arkansas, Republicans are praising big parts of it, like big savings from bundled payments and Medicaid expansion, because everyone agrees not to whisper that they are Obamacare.

The tempest over sports stars’ participation in the education campaign for the insurance markets (most people who are not insured are expected to buy an insurance plan, with government assistance if their incomes are less than 400 percent of the federal poverty line) is really trivial.

But it represents something unprecedented. That is the all-out effort by one party to scuttle a valid act of Congress, to see that the government fails in a program undertaken to help Please see DUMAS | A5

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Liberals and Islam: Who’s using whom?

BY DICK BLACKFORD Guest columnist

Many liberals are more accepting of Islam than of Christianity. They cringe when Islamic terrorists are so identified. They prefer politically correct speech as in the case of the Ft. Hood terrorist who was identified as the “gunman” in a case of “workplace violence.”

The ACLU has filed many lawsuits against Christians. How often do they sue Muslims?

Traditional liberals believes in the maximum degree of personal liberty.

How can a genuine liberal tolerate Islam when their philosophies are so opposite?

Liberals defend homosexuality. The Quran forbids it. Five Islamic states give it the death penalty.

On crime and punishment, liberals generally advocate light sentences. The Quran calls for cutting off hands and feet on opposite sides of the body. How could liberals remain silent about this?

Alcoholic beverages and gambling are explicitly condemned in the Quran.

Liberals don’t want wine and the lottery banned. On women’s rights, the testimony of two women is considered equal to that of one man according to the Quran. It also permits a man to marry up to four women. Women are not permitted multiple marriages. Is-

On crime and punishment, liberals generally advocate light sentences. The Quran calls for cutting off hands and feet on opposite sides of the body. How could liberals remain silent about this? lamic cultures strictly govern women’s attire and interaction with males. Some women who have been raped can be put to death for adultery and to save the family’s honor. Liberals don’t agree, but few speak out.

Both liberals and conservatives believe in discussing differences in open discourse. The Quran prohibits public speech that criticizes Islam. Rewards have been offered for the deaths of critics. The defense of Islam by classic liberals defies reason and logic.

Some liberals go farther than others.

They reject the Constitution and call for an end to free-market capitalism and lean more toward socialism and even communism. Liberalism calls for the advancing personal liberties, but it

actually restricts them.

So what do liberals and Islamic jihadists have in common? They both want the government replaced, but not with the same type of government or for the same purpose. The principles of private enterprise were endorsed by Jesus in his parable of the talents and many other biblical examples. There are still vestiges of Christianity in our documents and culture that liberals want eradicated.

Islamists see decadence in Western society that is blamed on a corrupted and weakened Christianity. They want to establish a worldwide caliphate in which each nation comes under Sharia law, establishing an Islamic utopia.

Socialist liberals want a socialist utopia.

What they both have in common is the dissolving of American-styled democracy.

This is reminiscent of two opposing biblical groups, the Pharisees and the Herodians. They had little love for each other but became strange bedfellows when they realized they both had a common enemy — Jesus. So they conspired together to destroy him.

Some liberals think they can work with Muslims to achieve a common goal of collapsing the U.S. infrastructure. It is usually Islamists who capitalize on such arrangements, for they are moti-

vated by a religious ideology in which they are conscience bound. If it is a symbiotic relationship, then the Muslims are the host and the liberals are the easily removed parasites. Liberals, particularly atheists, are just as much infidels to jihadists as are Christians and Jews. It is the liberals who are being used.

Have liberals have been misinformed or intimidated? They have seen what happens when one challenges tenets of Islam. Attacks are too numerous to list.

Christians face two enemies: the ideology of those who want Sharia Law and the proponents of political correctness — the liberals.

According to the teaching of the Quran, Islam cannot perpetually coexist with other religions. At some point it will stifle or eliminate all spiritual ideological opposition. If you don’t believe this, try establishing a church in any of the five Islamic states. No discussion or debate is allowed. There is no freedom of religion.

Liberals need to awaken to the true nature of Islamic ideology. It poses a threat to all free societies and doesn’t care whether they are composed of liberals or conservatives. It seeks to defeat them both.

Dick Blackford is a resident of Jonesboro.

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didn’t eat the fish out of the lake because of pollution. I was kind of puzzled by this.

A week or so later I went fishing there again and went down by the dock and saw all of the geese that were in and out of the lake. I mean there were lots and lots, bunches of geese everywhere.

My question: Is there any danger of handling, cleaning and eating fish from a geese infested lake? I kind of hated to even put my hands in the water to rinse them off after putting shrimp or worms on my hooks.

Thanks for any help anyone can give about this.

Don Turnbow Paragould

Street suggestions Why not just add “Red Wolves” to the existing signs on portions of Stadium Boulevard without a formal name change. It would be easy to do and would publicize the team without any disruption.

Also, with the moving of NEA Baptist

Clinic and Hospital, why couldn’t the exit off U.S. 63 to Stadium Boulevard be re-routed to come into Apache at the signal instead of the current accidentprone location? A ramp could be built to exit by the motel on the access road and utilize the signal already in place.

And why wasn’t a right turn lane built

by Waffle House at Phillips Drive. There should be one there.

Marvin Clay Jonesboro

Don’t change names You know the older I get, the more I realize how smart my parents were. If it’s not broke, don’t fix it.

I agree with G.W. Henson’s letter to the editor on July 30: Leave the Red Wolves at ASU. They won’t be forgotten.

I say spend the money on the city streets that have potholes and other problems. Myself, I hate speed bumps, but maybe we could put a few on the streets in residential areas. This would slow down some drivers and protect our kids.

Peggy Starr Jonesboro

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Americans. Nearly every major undertaking in the history of the republic was accomplished after a hard political fight, but afterward the losers never tried to undermine its implementation. It didn’t happen with Social Security or the other Great Depression reforms, Medicare and Medicaid in 1965, President Reagan’s military buildup, George W. Bush’s wars or his Medicare drug program, even though it was enacted by deception after Bush and Sen. Ted Kennedy had worked out what Democrats thought was a compromise.

Lots of people, including conservative columnists, have written about the effort, but Norm Ornstein of the conservative think tank American Enterprise Institute said it best in The Atlantic. To try to change flawed laws — every law is flawed in some respect — is laudable and expected, Ornstein said.

“But to do everything possible to undercut and destroy its implementation — which in this case means finding ways to deny coverage to many who lack any health insurance; to keep millions who might be able to get better and cheaper coverage in the dark about

their new options; to create disruption for the health providers who are trying to implement the law, including insurers, hospitals and physicians; to threaten the even greater disruption via a government shutdown or breach of the debt limit in order to blackmail the president into abandoning the law; and to hope to benefit politically from all the resulting turmoil — is simply unacceptable, even contemptible.”

Ernie Dumas, a veteran Arkansas journalist, writes a weekly column for the Arkansas Times.

He can be contacted by email at dumas.eande@ gmail.com.

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For the last month, Edward Snowden has been stuck in the Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow.

He’s reportedly learning Russian and studying the nation’s culture.

Obviously he expects to be staying on in that country. But that might not happen.

Snowden, as most readers know, worked for a contractor that provided infrastructure services to the National Security Agency, the nation’s most secret intelligence organization. He flew to Hong Kong and provided classified information about the agency’s communications intercept operations PRISM and Tempora to a British newspaper.

The story caused a major furor in the United States and around the globe. Snowden then flew to Moscow and tried to find asylum in any number of countries. Some said no right way; other just ignored him. Venezuela — long at odds with the United States — seemed to be the most receptive to the idea.

Now he has asked the Russian government for permission to stay.

And Russian President Vladimir Putin is considering the request. According to some reports, Snowden may be allowed to leave the airport soon and spend at least some time in Russia. ...

The Obama administration says the NSA surveillance programs have successfully thwarted terrorist acts directed against the United States.

Now, thanks to Snowden, terrorist groups are implementing countermeasures, putting at least some of our national security efforts back to square one.

Will the Senate bill do any good? We don’t know. But we do know every effort should be made to ensure Snowden is returned to the U.S. for trial.

Snowden held a security clearance.

He took a vow not to reveal the classified information entrusted to him. He broke that vow.

Imagine if everyone who worked for the government — civilian or military — put their own views on privacy, politics or whatever above the mission they were assigned to carry out? What would become of our country then?

Snowden is no hero, no whistle-

blower. He is a traitor who must answer for his crimes.

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Sales tax holiday

If you’re in the position to get backto-school shopping done — or even if you just need some stuff — this weekend could save you some money.

The state Legislature approved Act 757 of 2011, which created the “sales tax holiday.”

Clothing and footwear that cost less than $100 per item qualify for exemption from state sales tax, as do accessories costing less than $50, things like wallets, watches, jewelry, sun glasses, handbags, cosmetics, briefcases, hair notions, wigs and hair pieces.

School supplies — binders, book bags, calculators, tape, paper, pencils, scissors, notebooks, folders and glue — also qualify. That includes textbooks, reference books, maps, globes and workbooks.

Bathing suits and beach wear will be exempt as long as they cost less than $100 per item. Diapers and disposable diapers will not be taxed. Boots, including steel-toed boots, slippers, sneakers and sandals will be exempt from the sales tax as well.

Sporting goods, such as cleats and spikes worn by baseball, soccer and football players, are not qualified for exemption. Recreational items such as skates, shoulder pads, shin guards and ski boots will be taxed, as will computers, software and computer equipment.

The legislation provides that the sales tax holiday be the first weekend in August, which this year will be Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3 and 4. All retail stores are required to participate and not collect any state or local sales taxes on qualified items.

We’re hoping that everyone takes the chance to do as much back to school shopping done this weekend as possible. And if you don’t have anyone going back to school, just take advantage of it.

It will be good for our neighbors who have retail outlets, and for consumers, too.

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Donald Elmo Bridges

STRAWBERRY — Donald Elmo Bridges, 78, of Strawberry died Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at St. Vincent Infirmary in Little Rock.

He was born July 25, 1935, at Brinkley to William Vernon and Opal Elmo Dry Bridges. On July 30, 2005, he married Betty Jo Neal in Holland, Mich. He was an Army veteran, a carpenter and of the Baptist belief.

Preceding him in death were his parents; first wife, Phyllis Marie Harbison Bridges; son, Joseph Elmo Bridges; and brothers, William Vernon Bridges Jr. and Kenneth Allison Bridges.

Survivors include his wife, Betty of the home; son, Daniel Bridges (Dee Dee) of Clover Bend; daughter, Marie Owens (Terry) of Alicia; sisters, Barbara Barton (Frank) of White Cloud, Mich., and Carolyn Prins (Ron) of Holland; six grandchildren; and eight greatgrandchildren.

Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Alicia Baptist Church.

Funeral services will immediately follow visitation under the direction of Cox-Fears Funeral Home of Walnut Ridge with Marvin Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in Strangers Home Cemetery at Alicia.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Bridges, Jeb Bridges, Terry Owens, Josh Owens, Aaron Owens, Brandon Burgett and Tyler Burgett.

Online registry: www. cox-fearsfuneralhome. com

Charlie Brown

JONESBORO — Charlie Brown, 43, of Jonesboro passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at St. Bernards Medical Center.

He was born Jan. 2, 1970, at Moulton, Ala. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and a Knight of Columbus. He loved football, baseball, hockey, fishing and was a huge softball fan.

Survivors include his wife, Kayce Brown, and their children, Sydney and Jimmy “Tadpole;” his mother, Shirley Ann Brown; and two sisters, Claudia Ray and Andrea Letson Dean, both of Alabama.

Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday at Blessed

Sacrament Church with the Rev. Jack Vu officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.

Knights of Columbus will serve as pallbearers.

No public visitation is planned.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests lasting memorials be made to the Blessed Sacrament Catholic School.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home of Jonesboro.

Online registry: www. rollerfuneralhomes.com

Gertrude S. Cox

Cox VAN BUREN — Gertrude Sara Cox, 88, of Van Buren passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2013, in a local nursing home.

She was a homemaker and of the Pentecostal faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Cox. Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Harrisburg Cemetery at Harrisburg under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home in Van Buren.

She is survived by three daughters, Mary Harris of Van Buren, Dorothy Bennett of Bay and Betty Cleek of Lake City, Fla.; three sons, David Cox of Turlock, Calif., William Arthur Cox of Ceres, Calif., and Douglas Cox of Damascus, Ore.; 14 grandchildren; and several great- and great-greatgrandchildren.

Family will visit with relatives and friends from 6 to 8 tonight at Ocker Funeral Home, 700 Jefferson St., in Van Buren.

Online registry: www. ockerfuneralhome.com

Dicy E. Masters

JONESBORO — Dicy Eudora Masters, 73, of Jonesboro, was called home Tuesday, July 30, 2013, from Methodist Hospice in Memphis.

Born on Oct. 2, 1939, at Greenfield, she grew up on a farm. After graduating from Harrisburg High in 1958, she married her high-school sweetheart.

They moved to Memphis in 1959 to raise their daughters and later to spoil the grandchildren.

St. Paul AME sells barbecue JONESBORO — St. Paul African Methodist Church, 600 E. Washington Ave., will be holding a “Jumbo BBQ Plate” fundraiser beginning at 11 a.m.

Friday.

Plates include a large barbecue, corn on the cob, slaw, baked beans, dessert and drinks for $8.50. Orders may be placed in advance by calling 9725907 or 974-4592. Orders can also be delivered.

AARP driver safety class set JONESBORO — An AARP driver safety class will be offered 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at East Arkansas Area Agency on Aging, 2005 E. Highland Drive in Jonesboro.

Participants are asked to bring their driver’s licenses. They may also bring their AARP membership cards to get an AARP discount on their auto insurance for three years.

The registration fee will be $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members, payable the day of class. Registration may be done the day of the class or in advance by calling Charles Abanathy at 239-9696.

Nettleton sets back-to-school dates JONESBORO — Registration for new students residing in the Nettleton

They were transferred to Madison, Ind., in 1994.

In 2001, they returned to Jonesboro to enjoy their retirement. Dicy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Howard Masters; her parents, William and Rosa Barnhill; and brother, Houston Barnhill.

She is survived by her daughters and their families, Lana and Larry Crain of Collierville, Tenn., and Carmen and Chuck Inman of Bartlett, Tenn.; grandchildren, Carin and Mark Ellis of Forrest City, Zachary and Lisa Inman, and Kymberly and Curt Moyer, all of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Eric Crain of Chattanooga, Tenn.; her brother, Leon Barnhill, and sister, Glenda King, both of Harrisburg.

Graveside services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Wilson Cemetery at Greenfield with Benny Ferrell officiating. Emerson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be no public visitation.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in memory of Dicy Masters to the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, 1148 E. Matthews Ave., Jonesboro 72401.

Gary L. Mayo ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Gary L. Mayo, 73, of St. Augustine, Fla., died Monday, July 29. 2013, in Jonesboro.

Gary was born Feb. 14, 1940, at Pollard to Eulalia Settlemoir and Lester Mayo.

Gary owned A&G Hardware in Rochester, Mich., from 1972 to 2011. He loved doing for others and meeting people.

Gary and his wife, Sally, had lived in St. Augustine since 1991. He was a member of Crescent Beach Baptist Church of St. Augustine. Most of all, he loved his Lord, Jesus Christ, and wanted everyone else to know Him also.

He leaves his wife, Sally Mayo; sister, Linda Clark (Harold W.) of Jonesboro; and children, JoEllen Foster of Adams, Wis., Rachael Alexander of Wellington, Ohio, Lisa Saxon of Raleigh, N.C., Laynie Veitch of Leonard, Mich., and Leslie King (John) of Jonesboro; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be 2 p.m. today in First Baptist Church Chapel at Jonesboro with the Rev. Bruce Tippit officiating.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday in Wellington.

Trial date set for suspect in June shooting death

BY DUSTIN AZLIN Sun Staff Writer dazlin@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — An accused killer’s trial date was scheduled during an appearance in circuit court Wednesday.

Calvin E. Jackson, 39, 345 N. Allis St., Apt. 1, is accused of first-degree murder in connection with the June shooting death of Earvin Denico “Nico” Jeffery.

Jackson appeared before Circuit Judge Brent Davis, and he is scheduled to appear in circuit court for motions and pleas Oct. 21. Jackson’s trial is set to start Nov. 12. He has not posted bond and remains in jail.

Jonesboro Detective Vic Brooks said Jackson

admitt e d during a recorded interview to intentiona l l y shootJackson i n g Jeffery, according to a probable cause affidavit.

Jackson told Brooks the shooting stemmed from an ongoing problem with Jeffery, and Jackson shot the victim “as a last resort,” Brooks said.

The Jonesboro Police Department received a call June 26 about a man who was shot in the 300 block of North Allis Street.

Officers found Jeffery suffering from a single gunshot wound at 352 N. Allis St. He was transported to a local hospital, where he died from the wound just after midnight on the morning of June 27, JPD Sgt. Lyle Waterworth said in June.

Multiple witnesses named Jackson as the trigger man, Brooks said.

Police arrested Jackson on June 27 without incident, and interviewed him later that day. “(Jackson) admitted that he had intentionally fired the weapon at the lower portion of the victim’s body with intent of striking the victim,” Brooks said.

Injured infant’s mom gets trial date

BY DUSTIN AZLIN Sun Staff Writer dazlin@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — The woman accused of slamming her 5-month-old son’s head against a door frame appeared in court Wednesday to learn her court dates.

Victoria Madden, 21, 210 E. Word Ave., appeared before Circuit Judge Brent Davis. She is scheduled to appear in circuit court Sept. 27 for any motions or pleas.

Her trial is set to begin Oct. 7.

Madden is accused of causing the life-altering injury suffered by her 5-month-old son, according to a police report.

Officers with the Jonesboro Police Department received a call June 5 about an injured

infant at St. Bernards Medic a l Cent e r .

T h e child s u f Madden fered a severe skull depression fracture that caused his brain to swell and bleed, Detective Sgt. Brad Rossman said.

At first Madden told Rossman she didn’t know how her child got the injury. Rossman said she later changed her story and told the detective the baby fell off of a bed while she was changing him.

After looking at the bed, Rossman concluded

that was not what caused the traumatic injury to the child.

The bed was about 22 inches from the floor, which was padded carpet, Rossman said.

Madden later admitted to Rossman she caused the child’s injuries.

She said she became angry when the boy wouldn’t stop crying.

Madden told the detective she smashed his head against a doorframe, Rossman said.

The child was flown to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, where doctors told Rossman the child had an extreme head injury.

“The baby is no longer in the hospital,” Rossman said last week. “He did quite well and miraculously recovered.”

Police, Courts Woman sentenced in drug case HARRISBURG — A Poinsett County woman will spend the next 18 months in jail.

Rachelle Mauldin, 27, 19359 Doris Road, Harrisburg, pleaded guilty to possession of drug paraphernalia and use of drug paraphernalia to manufacture meth during a hearing Friday at the Poinsett County jail.

Mauldin was arrested June 3, 2012, by Poinsett County deputies after deputies got a call about meth being smoked in the house with two children asleep, Poinsett County Sheriff Larry Mills said.

Mauldin gave permission to search the home, Mills said.

Deputies found digital scales, meth, drug paraphernalia, marijuana and marijuana seeds in the home, Mills said.

Mauldin was given a 72-month suspended sentence, fined $1,000 and ordered to pay $345 in court costs.

Circuit Judge Brent Davis accepted the plea.

JFD responds to nine alarms

JONESBORO — The Jonesboro Fire Department responded to the following alarms during the 24-hour period ending at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

■ At 7:23 a.m. Wednesday, 111 E. Highland Drive, short circuit.

■ At 12:34 p.m. Wednesday, intersection of Gee Street and Matthews Avenue, vehicle accident with injury.

■ At 2:35 p.m. Wednesday, 214 Windover Road, public service call.

■ At 3:55 p.m. Wednesday, 802 Minitre Drive, lightning strike — no fire.

Firefighters also received five calls for medical assistance.

Around NEA School District will begin Monday at all schools.

Parents may register their students in grades kindergarten through second at Fox Meadow Elementary and University Heights Elementary. Third-, fourthand fifth-grade students will register at the Nettleton Intermediate Center and the Fox Meadow Intermediate Center.

Sixth-grade students will register at the Nettleton Middle School.

Offices will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will continue until school starts. New students must provide proof of residency (rent, utility, insurance receipts), birth certificate, Social Security card and a shot record when registering. Students registering for kindergarten must also have a kindergarten physical.

Open house is planned for Aug. 15 at the following times at students’ respective campuses: ■ Grades 1-2: 5 to 6:30 p.m.

■ Grades 3-6: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

■ Grades 7-12: 6:30 to 8 p.m.

There will be a special seventh-grade orientation at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 13.

Open houses will be 8:30 a.m. Aug. 21 for kindergarten girls and 8:30 a.m.

Aug. 22 and for kindergarten boys at each school site. Open house for Nettleton Pre-K will be 5 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 15 at Nettleton Middle School campus.

Supply lists are available at www. nettletonschools.net.

The first day of school for all Nettleton students is Aug. 19, and buses will run.

Hoxie railroad crossing closes HOXIE — The Burlington Northern Railroad will close the U.S. 67 crossing at Hoxie on Aug. 8 for construction.

The city of Hoxie asks that all commercial traffic use the U.S. 67 bypass around the city until construction is complete. Local traffic will be routed north on S.W. Memphis Street to S.W. Lawrence Street during construction.

For additional information, contact the Hoxie Police Department at 8867701 or fire department at 886-5722.

UA announces Dean’s List FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville has announced its Dean’s List, which honors full-time undergraduate students with grade-point averages in the top 10 percent of their respective colleges.

Jonesboro students who made the Dean’s List are Eryn Adams, Pilar Bare, Taylor Boling, Shane Braden, Austin Cook, Anna Eaton, Courtney Hill, Holly Jones, Timothy Merten, Windom Paul, Mollie Price, Julia Shackelford, Kathryn Smith, Abby Wise and Emily Young.

Other honorees from Northeast Arkansas, listed alphabetically by town:

Black Rock: Sarah Sloan.

Corning: Logan Bateman.

■ Lake City: Garron Amos.

■ Paragould: Alexandria Dunn and Madison Ward.

■ Piggott: Taylor Coomer.

■ Pocahontas: Jack Baltz, Dillon Cox, Hilarie Hallman and Jessica Higginbotham.

■ Rector: Daniel Blackshare.

■ Weiner: Jessica Hicks.

■ Wynne: DeAnna Snyder and Timothy Tucker.

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St. Francis Lake drawdown canceled TRUMANN — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has canceled the drawdown of St. Francis Lake to repair a washout near the dam.

AGFC officials said past flooding near the Trumann lake caused the washout through significant erosion.

The commission is working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to identify a solution and funding sources for the repair. Until fixed, water levels will be monitored and kept as close to normal as possible, according to a news release.

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BOSTON — An inmate being taken for treatment at a specialty hospital shot a deputy sheriff after a struggle over the officer’s gun Wednesday, then was shot and critically wounded by a second deputy, police said.

Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis said the shooting happened around noon in the emergency room of the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. The two officers from Middlesex County were removing the inmate’s handcuffs when the man grabbed for the gun of one of the officers, he said. During the struggle that followed, one of the deputies was shot in the leg.

The other deputy sheriff then fired his weapon, striking the prisoner in the chest, Davis said.

The officer was taken to nearby Massachusetts General Hospital, where he was in stable condition. The inmate, taken

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Police gather outside Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston on Wednesday after an inmate being taken for treatment allegedly shot a deputy sheriff during a struggle over the officer’s gun. The inmate — Raymond K. Wallace — was shot and critically wounded by a second deputy, police said. to the same hospital, was believed to be in critical condition.

Authorities didn’t immediately release the names of the officers.

Essex County Sheriff’s Office spokesman Deputy Maurice Pratt said the prisoner is Raymond K. Wallace, 35, of Salem,

who was transferred from the Essex jail to Middlesex County last year for his own protection after authorities learned he had “enemy issues” among some Essex inmates. Wallace awaits trial on armed robbery, masked robbery and firearms charges from 2011.

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Wynne: DeAnna Snyder and Timothy Tucker.

Students must earn a 4.0 gradepoint average for a minimum of 12 credit hours in a semester to be named to the Chancellor’s List.

gelken of Jonesboro, professor of electrical engineering at Arkansas State University, was inducted April 18 into the Missouri University of Science and Technology Academy of Electrical and Computer Engineers during the academy’s induction ceremony on campus.

Engelken earned master of science and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering in 1980 and 1983, respectively. He also holds a bachelor of science degree in physics from ASU. Engelken began his teaching career as an instructor of electrical engineering at ASU in 1982. He was promoted to assistant professor in 1983, associate professor in 1986 and professor in 1992. From 2003-11, he served as director of electrical engineering; since 1998, he has served as a faculty associate in the ASU Environmental Sciences Graduate Program.

Founded in 1980, the academy is an advisory group to the Missouri S&T electrical and computer engineering department. It is composed of alumni and other electrical and computer engineers who have made outstanding contributions to their profession.

Dozens from area graduate UA FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville has announced its Spring 2013 graduates.

Jonesboro graduates are Domenique Bickham, Nicholas Blackshear, Mary Chambers, Tracy Crafton, Bryant Crooks, Michael Fullington, Katie Gillespie, Martha Harbuck, Kasper Huber, Matthew Johnson, Katherine Langley, Michelle Lynch, William Mixon, Donald Mullenix, Jervonne Newsome, Anna Parten, Laura Poe, John Poole, Carissa Porter, Mollie Price, Alanna Rapp, Rachel Ricca, Samuel Roberts, William Ryan, Danny Salazar, Caitlin Savage, Preston Scrape, William Sherrill, Tyler Soo, Patrick Templeton, Joshua Wadley, Charity Walker and Cole Wood.

Other Northeast Arkansas graduates, listed alphabetically by town: ■ Blytheville: Mary Allard, Omar Quintanilla, Bradford Rose and Stewart Rose.

■ Brookland: Hayley Darley.

■ Cherry Valley: Ricky Jones.

■ Gosnell: Aaron Cook and Adam Jackson.

■ Harrisburg: Trevor Cooper.

■ Newport: Sheri Balderas, Caleb Cross, Pamela Jackson, Kendra Pruitt, Matthew Reardon and John Stark.

■ Paragould: Kristin Jackson, Olivia Philhours, Whitney Weeks and Justin West.

■ Pocahontas: Blain Brewington, Hebron Chester, Whitney Harper and Jason Young.

■ Ravenden Springs: Kelly Campbell.

■ Strawberry: Robert Mize.

■ Walnut Ridge: Cory Evans and Amanda Whitley.

■ Wynne: Cecilia Coleman, Cooper Fisher, Kendra Gahr, Samuel Hanzlik, Lindsay Hess, Juan Holmes, Sierra Jackson, Shane McKnight, Jonathan Moser, Chelsea Sorrels and Timothy Tucker.

UA releases Chancellor’s List FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville has announced the Northeast Arkansas students who made the Chancellor’s List.

Jonesboro students who made the list are Eryn Adams, Pilar Bare, Taylor Boling, Shane Braden, Austin Cook, Anna Eaton, Courtney Hill, Holly Jones, Timothy Merten, Windom Paul, Mollie Price, Julia Shackelford, Kathyn Smith, Abby Wise and Emily Young.

Other area students on the list, sorted alphabetically by town: Black Rock: Sarah Sloan.

Lake City: Garron Amos.

Paragould: Alexandria Dunn and Madison Ward.

Pocahontas: Jack Baltz, Dillon Cox, Hilarie Hallman and Jessica Higginbotham.

Rector: Daniel Blackshare.

Weiner: Jessica Hicks.

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Nursing home evacuated JOHNSON — Rising floodwaters prompted the evacuation of a northwest Arkansas nursing home, but officials say no one was injured.

Fayetteville television station KHOG reports that the Blossom Hill Assisted Care facility in Johnson was evacuated Wednesday morning after a resident awoke to water in her bedroom.

Officials say residents were first taken to a nearby church, then later moved to a facility in Bentonville. Officials say floodwaters are beginning to recede as storms move out of the area. Law enforcement agencies from Johnson, Springdale, Fayetteville and Washington County assisted with the evacuation.

Workers’ comp office to close FORT SMITH — The Arkansas Workers’ Compensation Commission has decided to close its Fort Smith satellite office as a cost-cutting measure.

The commission says it was debating whether to close offices in Spring-

dale or Fort Smith. Commission CEO Alan McClain wrote in a letter Tuesday that officials determined the Fort Smith office should close on or before July 1, 2014.

McClain says the commission will operate “more efficiently and economically” with only one satellite office in the region.

Commission chairman A. Watson Bell tells the Southwest Times Record that affected employees in Fort Smith will have the option to move to another office.

The commission is responsible for the administration of workers’ compensation laws in the state.

Police hunt cemetery vandals FORT SMITH — Police in Fort Smith are searching for vandals who have damaged more than 30 headstones at a cemetery.

Sgt. Daniel Grubbs says the vandalism began July 25 and that headstones have been knocked over, damaged or destroyed at Calvary Cemetery on the city’s west side.

Grubbs says police have made no arrests and have no suspects.

Illinois nears medical marijuana law Associated Press

CHICAGO — After months of keeping his decision-making close to the vest, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is set to sign legislation today that will make the state the 20th in the nation to legalize marijuana for medical use.

The Chicago Democrat will center his remarks on military veterans — something that’s been a focus in his governorship — and the chronically ill. He’ll also tout how the standards in the bill are some of the nation’s toughest, according to a copy of his plans

obtained Wednesday by The Associated Press.

Quinn had been mum for months about what he was going to do with the legislation, saying only that he had heard compelling testimony from sick patients and was staying “open-minded.” That was even as Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon came forward in support.

Today’s bill signing will be held at the University of Chicago, and advocates for medical marijuana and the bill’s sponsor, state Rep. Lou Lang, a Skokie Democrat, have been invited.

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Police chief suspended after video profanity Associated Press

GILBERTON, Pa. — A small-town police chief who appears in online videos using profanity and shooting automatic weapons has been suspended for 30 days without pay.

The borough council of Gilberton voted 5-1 at a meeting Wednesday night to suspend Chief Mark Kessler, saying he misused borough property. It said he used the weapons without permission.

Kessler has said he

made the videos to draw attention to the erosion of the constitutional rights of free speech and to bear arms and he increasingly fears a government out of control.

He said after the meeting that he wouldn’t apologize for making the videos and didn’t regret having done so. He said he looked forward to getting back to work after the suspension.

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In one video, Kessler criticizes U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry’s support of a United Nations treaty aimed at controlling the international arms trade, which some gun rights advocates fear could lead to restrictions on domestic weapons. Kessler then fires a weapon and screams, “Come and get it!”

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“I feel finally vindicated in a way,” said Champion, who has met Quinn before. “All this time I’ve been telling people it helps me, but I’ve been living with the stigma of being a disabled veteran and also a criminal.”

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Mental health of man accused of crimes questioned

BY DUSTIN AZLIN Sun Staff Writer dazlin@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — The man accused of kidnapping and raping a woman behind the Mall at Turtle Creek was ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation.

Tommy Kerley Jr., 28, of Manila, appeared before Circuit Judge Brent Davis on Wednesday for a first appearance hearing.

A mental health evaluation was ordered for Kerley to determine whether he had the “capacity to appreciate the criminality of

his conduct,” according to court documents.

K e r l e y is accused of raping a woman June 6, according to a probable cause affidaKerley vit.

As she was getting into her car, the man attacked and pushed inside her car, Detective Jason Simpkins said.

The man pulled out a knife,

held it to her throat and threatened to kill her multiple times.

The victim tried to fight the man off, but he pulled her out of her car and forced her into the van, Simpkins said.

She continued to fight the attacker and managed to escape the van, but he caught her and forced her back inside her car.

This time he climbed on top of her, pinning her inside the vehicle, Simpkins said.

The victim told police that during the attack, the man said he had been stalking her for a month and told her he knew where her kids slept.

He then threatened to kill her again if she didn’t stop fighting him.

The man began kissing her and pulled her shirt off.

He then put his hand down her pants and fondled her, Simpkins said.

She was eventually able to get away and ran into the mall, where she contacted security and called police.

The victim told police she thought the attacker looked like a guy she went to high school with, who called himself Kerley, Simpkins said.

She called someone and got

the man’s full name, Tommy Kerley.

Craighead County Deputy Chris Kelems stopped a van on Craighead Road 831 for speeding.

Kerley was the driver. Kelems reported finding a shirt in his van that matched the description given by the victim.

The suspect admitted attacking the woman and kissing her, Simpkins said.

A photo lineup with Kerley and five other men was shown to the victim and she identified Kerley as the man who raped and attacked her.

Homeless man wanted in Tuesday night stabbing

BY DUSTIN AZLIN Sun Staff Writer dazlin@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — Police are looking for a man accused of stabbing a victim in the stomach Tuesday night.

Travis Joe Howard, 46, homeless, is wanted on suspicion of first-degree battery, according to a police report.

The Jonesboro Police Howard Department received a call Tuesday night about a stabbing at a home in the 500 block of North Main Street, officer Keri Varner reported.

Varner noticed a man coming off of the porch with blood on his shirt when she arrived, she said.

The victim told officers Howard came to the home with some food he wanted the victim to cook, Varner said.

When the victim told Howard he already cooked, he said the

suspect began yelling at him, the report stated.

That’s when the fight turned physical.

Howard then grabbed the 58-year-old victim’s cane and hit him with it, Varner said.

After being hit, the victim said he was leaning toward a couch.

The victim reported Howard then pulled out a knife and stabbed him in the stomach, Varner said.

He told Varner the knife appeared small but it had jagged edges.

Howard then left the home, the victim told police.

Emerson Ambulance treated the victim, who was alert and talking with responders, Varner said.

A witness who left the scene to go get help later told officers Howard and the victim were arguing about food and Howard stabbed the victim, the report stated.

Anyone with information about Howard’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact JPD at 870-935-5553 or CrimeStoppers at 870-935-STOP.

Two arrested after incident

BY MICHAEL WILKEY Sun Staff Writer mwilkey@jonesborosun.com

NEWPORT — A convicted sex offender allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend with brass knuckles jumped out of a moving vehicle Wednesday to get away from him.

When the dust settled, both were arrested, police said.

Naoma Francis, 38, Francis and Tony Summers, 38, both of Newport, were arrested Wednesday when police went to a home on Park Place after getting a call about a Summers disturbance, Newport police detective Patrick Weatherford said.

Authorities had been looking for Francis, who had been wanted for failure to comply with registration and reporting requirements, since July 23, Weatherford said.

Police found her Wednesday.

“They discovered Francis was the victim of domestic violence,” Weatherford said. “She said her boyfriend had struck her in the head with brass knuckles at a residence in Jacksonport. They

then left in a vehicle and he put the brass knuckles back on his hand as if he was going to strike her again. She then opened the passenger door and jumped out of the moving vehicle.”

Summers then drove off.

Jackson County deputies found the vehicle with Summers in it on Arkansas 145 in the Remmel community.

Summers took off running into a rice field but was caught.

Summers was arrested on suspicion of second-degree domestic battery, fleeing and criminal use of a prohibited weapon, Weatherford said.

Francis According to the public Arkansas Crime Information Center sex offender database, Francis was listed as a Level 3 offender for a third-degree carnal abuse charge.

Weatherford said Francis was required to register as a sex offender and gave an address on Johnson Street in March of this year to police.

Police went to the address July 23 to try to verify the address.

However, authorities found out Francis had moved two weeks earlier, Weatherford said.

Francis was arrested on suspicion of failure to comply with registration and reporting requirements.

Jackson County District Judge Barbara Griffin found sufficient evidence to charge both Francis and Summers.

Griffin set a $50,000 bond for Francis and a $25,000 bond for Summers during a hearing Wednesday, Weatherford said.

Deadly bat fungus found in caves Associated Press

LITTLE ROCK — A fungus that is known to kill bats has been found in two north Arkansas caves.

A low-level of fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats was discovered in a cave at Devil’s Den State Park in Washington County and a

private cave located in southern Baxter County. No bat deaths due to white-nose syndrome are known to have occurred in Arkansas.

Blake Sasse is the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s Nongame Mammal program leader. He says the agency will be watching the caves closely.

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Bonnie Baker (left) of Blytheville is embraced Wednesday by daughter-in-law Shannon Baker after Bonnie Baker won the Central Buick GMC drawing for a 2014 GMC Sierra truck in Jonesboro. Baker, a 74-year-old widow, had been borrowing the vehicle of her son, Ricky Baker, after the transmission went out in her current truck. Ricky and Shannon Baker said Bonnie Baker is a landscaper and still mows lawns for a living. “Her truck was her livelihood,” Shannon Baker said with tears rolling down her cheeks. “She works so hard lifting lawnmowers and equipment in and out of the truck. She is so deserving. This is a miracle.”

Housing committee to meet weekly

BY KEITH INMAN Sun Staff Writer inman@jonesborosun.com

JONESBORO — A committee studying multifamily housing issues will meet weekly to try to develop a new policy for regulating the developments.

Gary Harpole, chairman of the committee, said during an organizational meeting Wednesday he anticipates the first several weeks to be devoted to learning all the issues involved.

He listed several things each committee member will need to learn in order to reach the point where the committee can make recommendations to the city council.

The goal is to present the report by the time a moratorium on new multifamily housing rezoning expires on Jan. 16. But Alderman Chris Moore, who proposed the moratorium, indicated the committee may work beyond that deadline.

“Let’s not fool ourselves,” Moore said. “It took 18 months at Bryant.”

Moore modeled the Jonesboro moratorium after Bryant’s similar study in Central Arkansas. The moratorium in Bryant

was lifted this spring.

“Six months is not a long time,” Harpole said. “I’m more concerned that we do this right.”

Committee member Todd Burton, who has fought some rezonings, said he wants to give the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission and the city council the tools they need to make decisions based on facts.

Mayor Harold Perrin agreed.

He said each of the five rezoning proposals that have been turned down recently, opponents raised concerns about lower property values and heavy traffic. He said he wants proof.

In Conway, developers have to submit results of an independent traffic study before that city begins considering a proposal, Perrin said. Likewise, Perrin said there should be some way to prove a multifamily development will hurt neighborhood property values.

At upcoming meetings, the committee hopes to learn the current inventory of rental property, including their distribution among the Jonesboro, Nettleton and Valley View school districts. Moore suggest-

ed inviting school superintendents to discuss the impact developments have had on their operations.

The panel will study code enforcement challenges, impact on police and fire protection and try to gain an understanding of affordable housing. Part of that would include the financial impact on the city.

Another issue is complying with the federal Fair Housing Act, which bars discrimination.

“I do think we’re treading on some fairly soft ground in terms of the things that have already been said,” Harpole said.

Perrin will ask the city council Tuesday for a budget to hire an attorney to assist the committee as it navigates through the issues and for outside assistance in gathering data on how much rental housing is available, vacancies and market demand.

Harpole said the committee should also consider the possibility of creating financial incentives for developers to rehabilitate older properties rather than moving into new territory.

The committee will meet from 5-7 p.m. each Thursday for the foreseeable future.

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Cotton to announce Senate run soon

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Bond stepping down as Democrats’ chairman

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Arkansas Republican Rep. Tom Cotton plans to announce his bid next week to challenge two-term incumbent Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor in next year’s elections, according to a person familiar with the congressman’s plans.

The person who spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday was not authorized to speak publicly about the planned announcement and spoke on a condition of anonymity. But the freshman congressman has scheduled an event Tuesday with supporters in his hometown of Dardanelle.

Cotton’s entry will set up a heated and expensive fight for a U.S. Senate seat that Republicans believe is prime for a pickup in 2014, with groups on the right and left already waging a television ad fight in Arkansas. It also creates a domino effect, with several Republicans now eyeing Cotton’s seat in the U. S. House.

Cotton was elected to the U.S. House in 2012, to the open seat formerly held by Democrat Mike Ross. Ross is now running for Arkansas governor.

Cotton, 36, is a former management consultant who served in the Army in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He was elected to the 4th District in November, after racking up endorsements during his primary bid from national Republican leaders including U.S. Sen. John McCain of Arizona and conservative groups such as the Club for Growth.

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LITTLE ROCK — The chairman of the state Democratic Party is stepping down after two and a half years at the helm.

The party announced Wednesday that Will Bond was leaving as the party’s chairman.

Bond, a former state representative from Jacksonville, was elected the party’s chairman in February 2011.

Gov. Mike Beebe said

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Republican Tom Cotton (left) participates in a debate at Arkansas Educational Television Network studios in Conway. The congressman plans to announce his bid to challenge two-term incumbent Democratic Sen. Mark Pryor in next year’s elections, according to a person familiar with the congressman’s plans on Wednesday.

The Club for Growth in February launched the first television ad against Pryor, seen by many as a signal that the group would back Cotton’s potential candidacy. Other conservative groups said they’re prepared to back Cotton’s bid.

“Representative Cotton is a conservative leader and rock star candidate.

Arkansas is now one of the very top pickup opportunities for Republicans this cycle and we are excited to get engaged in the race on behalf of Rep. Tom Cotton,” said Steven J. Law, president and CEO of American Crossroads, a GOP group tied to Republican strategist Karl Rove.

Pryor is viewed by many Republicans as the most vulnerable Senate incum-

bent next year, especially after recent GOP gains in Arkansas.

Republicans in November took over the state Legislature for the first time since Reconstruction and swept all four of the state’s U.S. House seats.

Republicans are trying to unseat Pryor and three other Democratic incumbents who represent states that Republican Mitt Romney won in last year’s presidential race: Mark Begich of Alaska, Kay Hagan of North Carolina and Mary Landrieu of Louisiana.

Democrats need to defend 21 seats, including seven in largely rural states that Obama lost in 2012.

Republicans need to pick up six seats to regain

Senate control.

On Wednesday, Pryor’s campaign wasted no time in hitting back, accusing Cotton of alienating constituents on issues ranging from farming to Social Security.

“Instead of putting Arkansas first, he has put his own political career ahead of the people of Arkansas and sided with Washington insiders and special interests,” Pryor’s campaign manager, Jeff Weaver, said in a statement. “When the people of our state review Tom Cotton’s record, they won’t like what they see.”

Pryor reported in July that he ended the second quarter with nearly $4 million in the bank for his re-election bid. Cotton has $1 million on hand.

Historic hotel fluffing up convention center Associated Press

HOT SPRINGS — The historic Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs is renovating its convention center to address customer complaints that it’s too dingy.

New paint, wallpaper and LED lights are going up, and workers already have completed renovations to the hotel’s Crystal Ballroom.

“These updates were long overdue for our convention center,” general manager Bob Martorana told The Sentinel-Record. “This space is used for seminars and meetings, and we had a lot of complaints about it being too dark.”

The convention center still will be able to host

1,000 for theater-style seating and 650 for dining. Convention center room dividers will be upgraded as well.

“We’re replacing two dividing walls and adding carpeting to another for improved sound proofing,” Martorana said.

The last major update to the room occurred about 20 years ago, and Martorana said more renovations are coming.

“It’s sometimes hard to bring spaces up to the new standards and traditions while keeping with the historic feel, especially in the public areas and the lobby,” he said. “But I think what we’ve already done has been very good.”

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A room at The Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa in Hot Springs. The historic hotel is updating its convention center, creating more ligting and a brighter space.

The remodeling, which will be finished in September, includes fresh coats of paint, new wallpaper and better soundproofing.

in a statement issued by the party that he was recommending Vincent Insalaco as the party’s new chairman. The party’s state committee will elect a new chairman at its meeting Sept. 14 in Springdale.

Bond chaired the party as Democrats suffered major setbacks in the state. Republicans won control of the state Legislature for the first time since Reconstruction in the November election and swept all four of the state’s U.S. House seats.

Developer Brandon Barber pleads guilty Associated PRess

FORT SMITH — A Fayetteville developer on Wednesday pleaded guilty to conspiracy and money laundering charges that were rooted in a $47 million bankruptcy filing in which he was accused of concealing assets from his creditors.

Brandon Barber entered guilty pleas to conspiracy to commit bankruptcy fraud, conspiracy to commit bank fraud and money laundering.

“The number of creditors whom Mr. Barber defrauded through his illegal activities — as well as the number of banks who were threatened by his actions — is just staggering,” FBI Special Agent in Charge Randall C. Coleman said.

Sentencing will be set later. Barber faces up to 45 years in prison if given consecutive sentences on the convictions. He could be fined $1.5 million.

Federal prosecutors said that starting in 2008 Barber worked with two others to disguise income and hide funds so creditors wouldn’t know about his holdings. As part of the scheme, Barber declared a $47 million bankruptcy in 2009, in which he failed to disclose transfers of funds to the other two individuals, with K. Vaughn Knight and James Van Doren, prosecutors said.

That resulted in the conspiracy to commit bankruptcy fraud charge.

Knight and Van Doren

were charged with Barber in a 27-count indictment handed up in March. Barber and three other co-defendants were charged in a separate indictment.

Cases are pending against the other defendants.

Prosecutors alleged a conspiracy to commit bank fraud when Barber allegedly conspired with several people to bilk First Federal Bank by fraudulently representing the purchase price of a number of lots as higher than the actual sale prices. Prosecutors said Barber received $314,000 and two co-conspirators received a total of $650,000.

The government alleged that Barber engaged in money laundering by making a financial transaction involving “criminally derived property.”

Connor Eldridge, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas said the FBI and the Internal Revenue Service worked together in the extensive investigation.

“This is a significant step in bringing several individuals involved in committing fraud, including fraud on the federal bankruptcy court, to justice.

This case indicates that we are serious about identifying, investigating, and prosecuting those who perpetuate fraud, swindle others out of money, and engage in financial crimes,” Eldridge said.

Asa Hutchinson III, attorney for Barber, said his client was returned to custody after the hearing.

“Obviously, he’ll be sentenced to some time in jail,” Hutchinson told the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

Judge won’t delay ex-officer’s Little Rock trial Rep. Baird Lane of road in Maumelle announces bid to close for construction Rock officer accused in officer Josh Hastings.

LITTLE ROCK — the fatal shooting of a Hastings is set to go on outside lane of Highway for treasurer A judge in Pulaski teenager. trial in September after a MAUMELLE — Ar- 100 will be closed from ArCounty has refused a Pulaski County Circuit jury deadlocked in June.

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kansas highway officials say the construction of a new bicycle and pedestrian path will mean a lane closure on Highway 100 in Maumelle.

The State Highway and Transportation Department says the eastbound,

nold Palmer Drive to Crystal Hill Road.

The closure will begin Wednesday and will continue weekdays between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., weather permitting. The lane closure is expected to last for about four months.

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LITTLE ROCK — State Rep. Duncan Baird says he’s seeking the Republican nomination for state treasurer next year.

Baird on Wednesday announced he’s running for the office, becoming the second Republican to launch a bid. Saline County Circuit Clerk Dennis Milligan is also seeking the GOP nomination for the post.

Baird is serving his third term in the state House and is co-chairman of the powerful Joint Budget Committee.

No Democrats have announced a bid for state treasurer.

Martha Shoffner, a Democrat, resigned as treasurer in May after she was arrested and charged with steering state investments to a bond broker who gave her more than $36,000. Gov. Mike Beebe appointed former legislative auditor Charles Robinson to serve the remainder of her term.

Robinson can’t run for the office since he was appointed.

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JONESBORO — Approximately 700 candidates representing 10 academic colleges are expected to receive degrees at Arkansas State University’s 2013 summer commencement ceremony at 7 p.m. Friday at the Convocation Center, 217 Olympic Drive.

Of the summer class, 37 students are graduating with honors.

Dr. Lynita Cooksey, university provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, will confer both undergraduate and graduate-level degrees upon the students. The colleges are Agriculture,

Business, Media and Communications, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Nursing and Health Professions, Sciences and Mathematics, and University College.

“Commencement is one of the greatest times in the life of our university,” Cooksey said. “It is also a very joyous time, not only for the graduate, but also for family and friends. It is gratifying to know that the education received

by Arkansas State’s newest alumni has prepared them to enter a global society filled with opportunities and challenges. We

look forward to their continuing accomplishments in the years ahead.”

Lauren Rowe of Paragould, who is receiving her bachelor of science degree in exercise science, is the featured student speaker. Rowe is graduating with highest honors and is a member of the chancellor’s list.

She will enter ASU’s doctor’s program in physical therapy this fall.

Following the commencement ceremony, a reception will be held on the north mezzanine with refreshments of punch and cookies.

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Those using Macintosh computers can use Quicktime and open the file URL at mss://streamer. astate.edu/asutv. Windows Media Components for Quicktime (by Flip4Mac), located at http:// www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/ player/wmcomponents. mspx, will need to be installed.

Today Jonesboro Newcomer’s Club, 7 p.m., Round Room of the Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library.

MOMS Club, 10 a.m., Highland Drive Baptist Church.

Altrusa Club, noon, Jonesboro Country Club.

Craighead County Master Gardeners, 6 p.m., social, and 6:30 p.m. meeting, Craighead County Extension Service office on East Washington.

Jonesboro Duplicate Bridge Club, 1 p.m., Harlin Henry Senior Citizens Center.

Pistols and Petticoats Square Dance Club, new dancers class, 6 to 7:15 p.m., Family Life Center, St. Paul United Methodist Church.

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Shannon Cox, Black Diamond Band to perform

PARAGOULD — Shannon Cox and the Black Diamond Band will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday at The Collins Theatre, 120 W. Emerson St. Also appearing will be the Justin Heskett Band.

Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

Based in Fredrickstown, Mo., the fivemember Black Diamond Band will present an evening of hard-driving modern and classic country, a little rhythm and blues, and rock ‘n’ roll, with just a touch of bluegrass. The band consists of Shannon Cox, formerly of Canyon and Route 67, on vocals and lead guitar; Butch Gilliam on bass and vocals; Ethan Cox on drums; Matt Pratt,

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Shannon Cox and the Black Diamond Band will perform Friday at The Collins Theatre in Downtown Paragould. formerly of Canyon and Stonewall, on rhythm guitar and vocals; and Eric Thompson on keyboard and harp.

Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Advance tickets are available at The Treasure House in the Paragould

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For information on this show or other Collins activities, call 236-6252 or 573-6454.

The monthly meeting of the National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees, Chapter 535, was held recently at Western Sizzlin with nine members present.

John Washam gave the invocation, and Woodrow Turner led the Pledge of Allegiance. Turner introduced Rick Carter of Emerson Funeral Home in Jonesboro as the program presenter. Carter has worked nearly 29 years for Emerson. Carter discussed the various services offered at Emerson. Choices may be from a complete funeral to cremation. Costs vary according to the type of service preferred. A question-andanswer period followed.

A brief business meeting followed. Turner announced that a meeting is scheduled Aug. 13 in Paragould with state president Winston Wolfe as the speaker. Members of Jonesboro Chapter 535 are invited. Shirley Turner was introduced as a guest.

Door prizes were awarded to Mrs. Turner and Pauline Moudy.

The next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 27.

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Obama offers uplifting words to defensive Democrats

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WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama sought to calm jittery Democrats Wednesday as they prepared to head home to face voters, assuring them they’re “on the right side of history” despite problems with the launch of his massive health care overhaul and an immigration fight with Republicans.

In back-to-back closed sessions with House and Senate Democrats, Obama delivered his broad message about economic prosperity and expanding the middle class. But in return he was confronted with questions from Democrats who are nervous about implementation of the health care law as they look ahead to town hall meetings during the August recess — and to midterm elections next year.

The meetings at the Capitol offered a rare chance for the party’s rank and file to press the president about

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Senate Majority Whip Richard Durbin of Illinois speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington on Wednesday after Democratic senators met with President Barack Obama. Obama’s trip to Capitol Hill, just days before Congress breaks Friday for a five-week summer recess, comes amid growing concerns among Democrats over the president’s stalled domestic agenda. budget talks with Republicans, the next chairman of the Federal Reserve and local jobs projects, as well as to appeal to him for help in next year’s campaigns. In

a lighter moment, House Democrats presented Obama with a birthday cake. He turns 52 on Sunday.

The White House is

seeking to keep up enthusiasm among Democrats following a rough start to Obama’s second term.

He has gained an agreement in the Senate to get

House approves lower rates on student loans

BY PHILIP ELLIOTT Associated Press

WASHINGTON — A bipartisan bill that would reduce the costs of borrowing for millions of students passed the House on Wednesday and was heading to President Barack Obama for his signature.

The legislation links student loan interest rates to the financial markets, offering lower rates for most students now but higher ones down the line if the economy improves as expected. Even as they were preparing to pass

the bill, many lawmakers were already talking about a broader overhaul of the nation’s colleges to curb fast-climbing costs.

“Going forward, the whims of Washington politicians won’t dictate student loan interest rates, meaning more certainty and more opportunities for students to take advantage of lower rates,” House Speaker John Boehner said.

The measure passed 392-31.

Undergraduates this fall would borrow at a 3.9 percent interest rate for

subsidized and unsubsidized loans. Graduate students would have access to loans at 5.4 percent, and parents would borrow at 6.4 percent.

The rates would be locked in for that year’s loan, but each year’s loan could be more expensive than the last.

Rates would rise as the economy picks up and it becomes more expensive for the government to borrow money.

But for now, interest payments for tuition, housing and books would be less expensive under

the House-passed bill.

“Changing the status quo is never easy, and returning student loan interest rates to the market is a longstanding goal Republicans have been working toward for years,” said Rep. John Kline, the Republican chairman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. “I applaud my colleagues on the other side of the aisle for finally recognizing this long-term, market-based proposal for what it is: a win for students and taxpayers.”

Origin of salad-linked outbreak remains a mystery

BY GRANT SCHULTE AND MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press

LINCOLN, Neb. — Nearly 400 people across the country have been sickened by cyclospora, a lengthy intestinal illness usually contracted by eating contaminated food.

But if you’re looking to find out exactly where it came from, you may be out of luck.

Federal officials warned Wednesday that it was too early to say whether the outbreak of the rare parasite reported in at

least 15 states was over.

Health officials in Nebraska and Iowa say they’ve traced cases there to prepackaged salad.

They haven’t revealed the company that packaged the salad or where it was sold, explaining only that most if not all of it wasn’t grown locally.

The lack of information has fueled concern from consumers and food safety advocates who argue that companies should be held accountable when outbreaks happen and customers need the information about where

outbreaks came from to make smart food choices.

“If you want the free market to work properly, then you need to let people have the information they need to make informed decisions,” said Bill Marler, a Seattle attorney who specializes in class-action food-safety lawsuits.

Mark Hutson, who owns a Save-Mart grocery story in Lincoln, Neb., said he was unaware of customers who had raised concern about the product, which was unusual in situations involving

foodborne illnesses. But Hutson said the lack of specific brand information threatened to hurt all providers, including the good actors who did nothing wrong.

“I think there was so little information as to what was causing the problem, that people just weren’t sure what to do,” he said.

“Frankly, we would prefer to have the names out there.”

Authorities said they still hadn’t determined whether the cases of cyclospora in the different states are connected.

Kerry in Pakistan to discuss drone attacks, Afghanistan

BY DEB RIECHMANN Associated Press

ISLAMABAD — A new set of players but the same lingering issues are confronting John Kerry on his first visit to Pakistan as U.S. secretary of state: the fight against extremism, American drone attacks inside the country and the war in Afghanistan.

The Obama administration hasn’t sent its top diplomat to Pakistan since 2011, and Kerry’s trip is a chance for the former senator to get to know the newly elected prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, who came to power in Pakistan’s first transition between civilian governments.

Kerry arrived in Islamabad on Wednesday evening, and planned meetings Thursday with civilian and military leaders, including Sharif.

Senior administration officials traveling with Kerry told reporters that while relations with Pakistan have grown touchy in recent years, there is the prospect of resetting those ties with Sharif’s government and working together on major issues — counterterrorism, energy, regional stability, economic reforms, trade and investment. The of-

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Secretary of State John Kerry is greeted by Pakistani officials upon his arrival in Islamabad on Wednesday. Kerry is scheduled to meet with members of Pakistan’s newly elected civilian government on Thursday. ficials spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to publicly discuss Kerry’s agenda.

The U.S. wants to help strengthen the role of the civilian government in Pakistan, where the military long has been dominant, and wants Sharif to tackle rising extremist attacks inside his country.

The prison break this week that freed hundreds of inmates raises serious questions about Pakistan’s ability to battle an

insurgency that has raged for years and killed tens of thousands.

“The U.S.-Pakistan relationship is badly in disrepair. It has been for some time, and the Pakistanis don’t seem to be in any hurry to fix it,” said Bruce Riedel, a senior fellow at Brookings Institution who has served as a senior adviser to the past four U.S. presidents.

Relations took a hit after the U.S. raid in 2011 that killed Osama bin Laden in his compound in Abbo-

tabad, Pakistan. Pakistanis felt the raid violated their country’s sovereignty.

While the U.S. is seeking quick responses to its concerns, Sharif is moving slowly, Riedel said, noting that the prime minister has yet to name an ambassador to the United States.

Suspected Islamic militants killed at least 160 people during the new government’s first month in office. Sharif’s government has not articulated an alternate strategy.

The U.S. also wants Pakistan to pressure leaders of the Afghan Taliban to negotiate with Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s government, renounce violence and sever ties with al-Qaida.

Some Pakistani military and intelligence leaders see the U.S. troops leaving Afghanistan, know the American public and U.S. Congress want out of the war, and would be OK with seeing the Taliban retake control of Afghanistan, Riedel said.

Pakistani officials will give “lip service” to the idea of reconciliation with the Taliban, he said, but will refrain from acting, which will allow the insurgents to remain strong in southern and eastern Afghanistan.

at least some long-blocked nominees confirmed, and the Senate has passed its version of sweeping immigration legislation. But the immigration overhaul faces a deeply uncertain future in the Republican-led House, where many in the GOP oppose a path to citizenship for the estimated 11 million immigrants in the country illegally.

Obama’s landmark health care law continues to baffle many Americans, and the administration failed to assuage the public when it abruptly announced this month that it would delay a major provision requiring employers to provide coverage due to concerns about complexity.

While major provisions of the overall bill kick in Jan. 1, uninsured people will be able to start shopping for health plans on Oct. 1, and some Democrats are wary about the system being ready. Rep. Carol Shea-Porter of New Hampshire said that in her

state there is not enough competition because only one company had entered into the health care exchange.

In response, Obama told House Democrats as they head back to their districts that they “are on the right side of these issues and the right side of history in terms of providing health care to Americans and to ultimately finding comprehensive immigration reform,” said Rep. Janice Hahn of California.

Said Rep. John Yarmuth of Kentucky: “I just think he was trying to bolster the courage of the group.”

Obama spoke at length about his administration’s roll-out plans for the health care exchanges, which could be critical to the health care law’s success or failure.

Sen. Angus King, an independent from Maine who caucuses with the Democrats, said Obama told senators not to be defensive when discussing the law.

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Simpson wins partial victory in parole bid CARSON CITY, Nev. — O.J. Simpson won a small victory Wednesday in his bid for freedom as Nevada granted him parole on some of his 2008 convictions for kidnapping and armed robbery involving the holdup of two sports memorabilia dealers at a Las Vegas hotel room.

But the decision doesn’t mean the 66-year-old Simpson will be leaving prison anytime soon. The former NFL star was convicted on multiple charges and still faces at least four more years behind bars on sentences that were ordered to run consecutively.

General: Leaks fractured US relationships FORT MEADE, Md. — The classified information Pfc. Bradley Manning revealed through WikiLeaks fractured U.S. military relationships with foreign governments and Afghan villagers, a former general said Wednesday at the soldier’s sentencing hearing.

It was the first time testimony about the actual damage the leaks may have caused has been allowed at trial.

Retired Army Brig. Gen. Robert Carr said the material Manning leaked identified hundreds of friendly Afghan villagers by name, causing some of them to stop helping U.S. forces.

Zimbabwe: Voting concludes, counting begins HARARE, Zimbabwe — Voting concluded Wednesday in most of Zimbabwe’s polling stations in elections in which Robert Mugabe, faced one of the biggest challenges to his 33-year grip on power.

A few polling stations were prepared to stay open into the night to accommodate all voters who were in line by 7 p.m. Vote counting is expected to begin Wednesday night and final results are expected by Monday.

Zimbabweans voted in large numbers despite concerns about the credibility of the electoral process, and the vote was relatively peaceful compared to disputed and violent polls in 2008.

Drive-by shootings, bombings kill 26 in Iraq BAGHDAD — Attacks including bombings of Shiite and Sunni mosques left 26 dead in Iraq, the latest in a surge of bloodshed that is raising fears of a return to widespread sectarian killings, officials said Wednesday.

Most attacks on Shiites are presumed to be carried out by the country’s branch of al-Qaida, which claimed credit on Tuesday for a wave of bombings the day before that killed at least 58 people. It said the attacks were carried out on behalf of “oppressed Sunnis,” suggesting the group is trying to capitalize on Sunnis’ complaints of being treated as second-class citizens by the Shiite-dominated government.

Attacks on Sunni civilians are rarer but have also been a feature of the surge of bloodletting that has left 3,000 dead since April. More than 730 people have been killed in July alone, according to an Associated Press count, with 563 killed since the start of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.

Man pleads not guilty to killing 3 women CLEVELAND — A man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to kidnapping and killing three women whose bodies were found wrapped in trash bags earlier this month.

Michael Madison, 35, appeared via a video feed from jail for his arraignment, for which he was handcuffed and wearing orange jail scrubs. When the judge asked him how he was, Madison answered, “I’ve been better.”

The judge continued his $6 million bond and said she would appoint two attorneys to represent him.

A pretrial hearing was set for Tuesday morning.

Madison is facing six charges of aggravated murder, two for each victim under different killing theories. He’s also charged with three counts of kidnapping, three counts of gross abuse of a corpse, one count of rape and one count of weapon possession by an ex-convict.

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Papi seeds Two Papillon-mix puppies sleep side by side Wednesday at the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society in Jonesboro. The 3-month-old puppies are available for adoption..

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Today Blytheville City Street and Drainage Committee, 4 p.m., municipal courtroom.

Blytheville City Finance & Purchasing Committee, 4:30 p.m., municipal courtroom.

Monday Valley View School Board, 6 p.m., superintendent’s office.

Riverside School Board, 7 p.m., Lake City High School.

Newport City Council, 6 p.m., City Hall.

Biggers City Council, 7 p.m., Community Building.

Ravenden City Council, 7 p.m., Municipal Building.

Black Rock City Council, 7 p.m., City Hall.

Cherokee Village Planning and Zoning Commission, 1 p.m., City Hall.

Concordia Christian Academy School Board, 6 p.m., Pilgrim Lutheran Church.

Brookland Planning Commission, 7 p.m., City Hall.

Today in History Today is Thursday, Aug. 1, the 213th day of 2013. There are 152 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On August 1, 1913, the Joyce Kilmer poem “Trees” was first published in “Poetry: A Magazine of Verse.”

On this date: In 1933, the National Recovery Administration’s “Blue Eagle” symbol began to appear in store windows and on packages to show support for the National Industrial Recovery Act. In 1936, the Olympics opened in Berlin with a ceremony presided over by Adolf Hitler.

In 1943, rioting broke out in New York City’s Harlem neighborhood after a false rumor spread that a police officer had shot and killed a black U.S. Army soldier who in fact had only been wounded; six people were killed in the violence.

In 1944, an uprising broke out in Warsaw, Poland, against Nazi occupation; the revolt lasted two months before collapsing.

In 1957, the United States and Canada agreed to create the North American Air Defense Command (NORAD).

In 1966, Charles Joseph Whitman, 25, went on a shooting rampage at the University of Texas in Austin, killing 14 people. Whitman, who had also murdered his wife and mother hours earlier, was gunned down by police.

In 1973, the movie “American Graffiti,” directed

by George Lucas, first opened.

In 2007, the eight-lane Interstate 35W bridge, a major Minneapolis artery, collapsed into the Mississippi River during evening rush hour, killing 13 people.

Ten years ago: A suicide bomber rammed a truck filled with explosives into a military hospital near Chechnya, killing 50 people, including Russian troops wounded in Chechnya.

Five years ago: Some 30 mountaineers began a disastrous attempt to scale K2 in Pakistan; 11 of them died in a series of accidents, including icefalls.

One year ago: President Barack Obama made his rival’s personal millions a front-and-center issue in the race for the White House, telling a swing-state audience in Ohio that Mitt Romney “is asking you to pay more so that people like him can get a big tax cut.”

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Memphis 93/73

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Levels as of 7 a.m. Wednesday.

Flood 24 hr Stage Level Chng.

Mississippi River Cape Girardeau 32 16.37 -0.73 New Madrid 34 13.25 -1.16 Tiptonville 37 16.28 -1.17 Caruthersville 32 16.39 -0.72 Osceola 28 9.22 -0.25 Memphis 34 10.00 -0.30 Helena 44 17.00 -0.40 Arkansas City 37 15.80 -0.80 Greenville 48 27.30 -0.90 Vicksburg 43 24.50 -1.60 Natchez 48 34.10 -1.80 Arkansas River Van Buren 22 19.26 -0.19 Ozark L/D tw 357 339.47 +1.42 Dardanelle 32 8.77 +1.17 Morrilton 30 10.13 +0.43 Toad Suck tw 275 265.26 +0.01 Little Rock 23 7.87 +0.22 Pendleton 31 26.94 -0.24 Fourche Lafave River Gravelly 24 2.54 -0.42 Houston 25 12.15 +1.37 Bayou Meto Lonoke -- 6.04 -0.29 White River Calico Rock 19 3.58 +0.06 Batesville Bridge 15 6.10 +0.06 Newport 26 4.75 -0.38 Augusta 26 16.55 -0.23 Georgetown 21 4.13 -0.23 Des Arc 24 6.84 -0.27 DeValls Bluff -- 7.41 -0.15 Clarendon 26 14.37 -0.12 St. Charles -- 12.02 -0.17 BlackRiver Corning 15 2.70 +0.10 Pocahontas 17 4.90 +0.30 Black Rock 14 4.60 +0.20 Elgin Ferry -- 9.30 +0.18 Buffalo River Boxley -- 1.16 +0.03 St. Joe 27 3.53 none Ponca -- 1.57 +0.01 Spring River Hardy 10 3.23 +0.02 Imboden 18 3.23 +0.06

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NATIONAL EXTREMES YESTERDAY (for the 48 contiguous states) National High: 111° at Needles, CA National Low: 32° at West Yellowstone, MT

Soggy Puerto Rico awaits more rain

BY DANICA COTO Associated Press

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Puerto Ricans are used to wet tropical weather, but the past few weeks have unleashed a series of storms of almost biblical proportions, destroying hundreds of homes, sweeping away cars and leaving tens of thousands without power.

It has been the wettest July ever recorded in the U.S. island territory, with 14 inches so far drenching the capital. More rain fell on July 18 than had ever come down in a 24-hour period.

The rain rarely stopped that day, with 9 inches pelting the San Juan area. People fled homes and cars as water rushed through doors and then windows. Rising floodwaters stranded drivers on highways turned lagoons.

Some commuters were forced to use kayaks and paddle boards.

“I’ve lived here 71 years, and this was the worst,” said Andres Colon as he tried to repair his flooded car in a working class San Juan neighborhood of Santurce. “It came fast and without warning.”

The storm severely damaged some 500 homes and caused about

Associated Press

A couple uses an umbrella as it rains Wednesday in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans are used to wet tropical weather, but the past few weeks have been the wettest ever recorded in the U.S. island territory. $1.5 million in losses.

The territory is just over two months into a sevenmonth rainy season, and it is already the second wettest start of the year for the region, even though no major tropical storm or hurricane has hit. Nearly 50 inches of rain have fallen so far, and more is likely on the way: Remnants of Tropical Storm Dorian were projected to slog through the Caribbean a bit north of the island

by Monday or Tuesday.

The deluge follows

hard on a string of other wet years. The rainiest year on record was 2010, when 89.5 inches fell.

The island’s totals have been trending upward, in part because of warmer ocean temperatures and frequent occurrences of the weather phenomenon known as La Nina, which leads to a more active hurricane season, according to the National Weather Service.

Nearby Cuba has been drenched as well. Authorities reported that June

was the wettest on record for the western part of the island. In the first six days of that month alone, 16.6 inches of rain fell, 188 percent of the historic average for the full month, with isolated accumulations as high as 22 inches.

In Puerto Rico, the wet weather has exposed an uncomfortable truth: The territory’s roads, bridges, tunnels and drainage systems are ill equipped for the increasingly heavy storms likely to come due to climate change.

A14 THE JONESBORO SUN

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2013

YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE FOR

MUSIC

THE NORTHEAST ARKANSAS BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION will host a jam session at 7 p.m. today at Dan’s Place, 101 School St., Bono.

VIKKI AND SONNY will perform at 7:30 p.m. today at Skinny J’s, 205 S. Main St., Jonesboro.

TICKETS FOR THE JASON ALDEAN CONCERT, which will be Oct. 24 at the FedEx Forum in Downtown Memphis, will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at www.ticketmaster. com. Also appearing will be Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett. Ticket prices are $39.41 and $66.94.

THE YOUNG COUNTRY BAND will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Harlin Henry Senior Citizens Center, 1210 S. Church St., Jonesboro. Admission is $5. This is a 50+ event.

DELTA HONEY will perform at 7 p.m. Friday at the Jonesboro Elks Lodge, 2113 W. Washington Ave. THE TERRENCE AND PHILIP SHOW will perform from 7 to 9 p.m.

Friday at The Brickhouse, 218 S. Main St., Jonesboro.

AGAINST THE WIND will perform from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at the Old Biggers High School Auditorium. Admission is $5.

WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO SEE Got an event to be listed on Thursday’s Gettin’ Out page? Send information and color images to kb@jonesborosun.com or mail to “Gettin’ Out,” c/o newsroom, P.O. Box 1249, Jonesboro 72403. Deadline to submit items is noon Tuesday. For more information call (870) 935-5525, Ext. 206.

RAMBLERS will perform at 8:30 p.m.

Friday at The Office

perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Upper Crust Pizza, 3120 Shelby Drive, Jonesboro.

THE TONY SPINNER BAND will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Godsey’s Grill, 226 S. Main St., Jonesboro.

The Northeast Arkansas Marble Show will be Saturday at the Days Inn and Suites in Pocahontas.

PENNY WOLFE AND SHANNON ROUNDS will perform at 7 p.m. Friday at AfterWords, 201 Spring St., Hardy.

SHANNON COX AND THE BLACK DIAMOND BAND AND THE JUSTIN HESKETT BAND will perform at 7:30 p.m.

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Corey Smith will perform Wednesday at The Brickhouse in Downtown Jonesboro.

Friday at The Collins Theatre, 120 W. Emerson St., Paragould.

Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Advance tickets are available at The Treasure House in Paragould Plaza.

THE ZYNDALL RANEY BAND will perform at 7:30 p.m.

Friday at the People Helping People Building in Amagon. Admission is $5.

SCATTER CREEK will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday at Upper Crust Pizza, 3120 Shelby Drive, Jonesboro.

OZ will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday at Godsey’s Grill, 226 S. Main St., Jonesboro.

PAUL RICHARDSON will perform from 8 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday at the upstairs piano bar at The Brickhouse, 218 S. Main St., Jonesboro.

NELLY, CHINGY AND MURPHY LEE will perform at 8 p.m. Friday at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff, Mo. Tickets are $41.75 and $26.50 and available online at www.ticketmaster.com.

THE JACKWAGON

Rob Holt | The Sun

The Foundation of Arts will present “The Emperor’s New Clothes” Friday-Sunday at The Forum in Downtown Jonesboro.

Sports Grill, 1509 Market Place Drive, Jonesboro.

There is a $5 cover charge.

THE ARKANSAS BROTHERS will perform at 9 p.m. Friday at Bennigan’s, 237 S. Main St., Jonesboro. There is a $5 cover charge after 8 p.m.

BRAD MESSER AND THE REFUGE will perform at 9 p.m. Friday at LA Nights, 318 S. Second St., Paragould.

There is a $5 cover charge.

JOSH NEELY will perform from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Jonesboro Elks Lodge, 2113 W. Washington Ave. THE SOUTHEAST MISSOURI REGIONAL JAZZ ORCHESTRA will perform at 5 p.m.

Saturday in the Mayes Fellowship Hall of First Christian Church, 105 W. Washington St., Kennett, Mo. Admission is free.

THE 33RD ANNUAL NIGHT OF INSPIRATION FEATURING THE INSPIRATIONS will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Nettleton Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Children ages 12 and younger are admitted for free. Advance tickets are available at Soo’s Drug Store, The Refinery and Carter’s Corner. For more information, call Larry Wilkerson at 935-2321 or 243-5747.

MATT MILES, LAUREN RICHMOND AND KYLE LUNA will be among those performing Saturday at the Roundup Country Music Show, 9171 U.S. 49B North, Brookland.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show to begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children ages 11 and younger.

THE OVERLAND BAND will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at a dance at the Harlin Henry Senior Citizens Center, 1210 S. Church St., Jonesboro. Admission is $5. This is a 50+ event.

MATTHEW HUFF AND CHEYENNE NICOLE will perform at 7 p.m.

Saturday at AfterWords, 201 Spring St., Hardy.

NJHB will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday at TheArts@311, 311 S. Church St., Jonesboro.

Part of the New Jazz in Jonesboro series, admission is free.

TERRY CARTER AND PHILIP JACKSON will

DOUG DRIESEL GOSPEL will perform at 1 p.m. Sunday at AfterWords, 201 Spring St., Hardy.

THE HERB MOORE BAND will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at a dance at the Bono Senior Citizens Center, 111 E. College St. Admission is $5.

THE ROADSIDE PARK BAND will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Harlin Henry Senior Citizens Center, 1210 S. Church St., Jonesboro.

Admission is $5. This is a 50+ event.

COREY SMITH AND THE DIRTY GUV’NAHS will perform at 9 p.m.

Wednesday at The Brickhouse, 218 S. Main St., Jonesboro. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show. This is an 18+ show.

ON STAGE “THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES” will open Friday at The Forum, 115 E. Monroe Ave., Jonesboro. Presented by the Foundation of Arts, show times are 10:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $8 for adults, $7 for senior citizens, $6 for Arkansas State University students and teenagers and $5 for children 12 and younger. Tickets are available at The Forum Box Office, by calling 935-2726 or online at www.foajonesboro. org.

TAVIN DILLARD will present a comedy show at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Arkansas State University Carl R. Reng Center Student Union Auditorium, 101 N. Caraway Road, Jonesboro.

General admission tickets are $15. A VIP ticket package is available for $35 and includes an autograph session, VIP seating and other items.

Proceeds will benefit the ASU Department of Mechanical Engineering scholarship fund and student competition teams. For more information, call 219-0596.

GALLERIES “A CELEBRATION OF BARNEY SELLERS: SELECTED PHOTOGRAPHS FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE AWARD-WINNING NEWS AND OUTDOORS PHOTOGRAPHER” will continue through Aug. 30 at the M.R. Davis Public Library, 8554 Northwest Drive, South-

aven, Miss.

“DINOSAUR DISCOVERIES: ANCIENT FOSSILS, NEW IDEAS” will be on display through August at the Arkansas State University Museum. Museum hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday-Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Admission is free.

“THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF G. MOORE CARPENTER” will be on display through Aug. 31 at the Delta Cultural Center Visitors Center, 141 Cherry St., Helena. The exhibit consists of 42 digital prints, both color and black and white, and focuses primarily on the beauty of the Delta landscapes. For more information, call the Delta Cultural Center at 338-4350 or toll free at (800) 358-0972, or visit the DCC online at www. deltaculturalcenter. com.

“REMBRANDT, VAN DYCK, GAINSBOROUGH: THE TREASURES OF KENWOOD HOUSE, LONDON” will continue through Sept.

8 in the Townsend Wolfe and Jeannette Edris Rockefeller galleries of the Arkansas Arts Center, Ninth and Commerce streets, Little Rock. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $6 for youth and students. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday.

“THE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY: CARROLL CLOAR AND THE AMERICAN SOUTH” will continue through Sept. 15 at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, 1934 Poplar Ave. Call (901) 544-6200 or visit www. brooksmuseum.org for more information.

OUTDOORS THE FORREST L. WOOD CROWLEY’S RIDGE NATURE CENTER, 600 E. Lawson Road, Jonesboro, will host a variety of activities this week. “The Salad in Your Yard” will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m. today. Fishing will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at the Craighead Forest Park Family Fishing Area on Access Road 5. Rods and reels, as well as bait, will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. This is open to ages 15 and younger.

Other programs include “Mammals of Arkansas,” 1:30 p.m. Tuesday; “Touch-Me-Nots,” 1:30 to 3 p.m. Wednesday; and “Crankin’ Good Time,” 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Aug. 8. All programs are offered free of charge.

FOR KIDS A BACK-TO-SCHOOL LUAU will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Children’s Museum of Memphis, 2525 Central Ave. Cost is $15.

ETC. THE NORTHEAST ARKANSAS MARBLE SHOW will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Days Inn and Suites on Arkansas 67 South in Pocahontas. Admission is free.

A DANCE will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the MCA Multi-Plex Theatre, 117 Cobean Blvd., Lake City. The event will feature live country music.

Admission is $6 for adults and $5 for senior citizens.

A DANCE will be 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Manila Family Music, 108 Walnut St. There will be live entertainment. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children ages 11 and younger.

THURSDAY AUGUST 1, 2013

Sports Editor Kevin Turbeville (870) 935-5525 THE JONESBORO SUN

SPORTS

WALK-OFF: Rangers win on Beltre HR in ninth.

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TROUBLE: MTSU dismisses three from team.

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ANOINTED: Titans look to Pollard for leadership. B2

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Harsin anxious to get fall camp under way

BY MATTHEW V. ROBERSON Sun staff writer mroberson@jonesborosun.com

Tami Wynn | The Sun

Arkansas State’s Phillip Butterfield runs the treadmill Wednesday afternoon at the football complex at ASU. Butterfield is one of six quarterbacks vying for the starting position vacated by former QB Ryan Aplin. The Red Wolves host media day this afternoon and begin fall camp practice on Friday.

JONESBORO — Bryan Harsin isn’t sure if his team is ready to go. He’ll find out where they stand over the next few days.

But Harsin, who begins his first season as Arkansas State’s football coach this fall, is eager to see the first day of fall camp. Harsin and his staff can hardly wait any longer.

“We are anxious to get going,” Harsin said Wednesday. “I know our staff is anxious and I know our players are. Just talking to them, I know they’re very excited to get going. You know, the summer gets long.”

A long summer comes to an end today when players report to campus for the beginning of fall camp.

Over the next 30 days, the Red Wolves will have 29 opportunities to practice and prepare for the 2013 season. They’ll kick it off with the opener against Arkansas-Pine Bluff at home on Aug. 31.

Harsin knows his players have hit the weight room hard through

voluntary workouts during the off season the last three months.

He hopes they’ve studied their playbooks and game film to sharpen their skills.

He wants a team that will arrive mentally and physically prepared.

“Are we ready? I don’t know that yet. I really don’t,” Harsin said. “I think we’ve had a good summer and I think they’ve prepared themselves, as best as I can tell, fairly well. But that remains to be seen until we get into camp.”

ASU will conduct its annual media day today with players giving interviews, doing video shoots followed by individual and team pictures. In the evening, they’ll go through some mandatory meetings, review school and NCAA policies and procedures, then start to work Friday with the first practice.

Harsin and his staff have fine tuned everything down to how each hour of each day for the next few weeks will be spent on and off the field. There is little more left to do than begin coaching and practicing football.

“We’ve gone through installs, gone through the schedule, looked at it and made adjustments,” Harsin said. “We have plans for if things change. But we’re kind of at a point now where we’ve stopped meeting just because we were meeting just to meet. We’re ready to go as a staff. ... It’s kind of those deals where you’re tidying up, making the bed, tucking everything in and putting the pillows on and now you’re ready to go.”

Arkansas State, which went 10-3 last season and won its second straight Sun Belt Conference title, will hit the field Friday morning for its first practice. The Red Wolves will work for approximately two and a half hours, reviewing and going over many of the schemes and plays that were installed in the spring.

ASU, which has played the last three seasons in a hurry-up, nohuddle offense along with an aggressive and attacking defense, plans to run a similar but more run-based offense under Harsin.

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Pirates slip Pryor had hand in Parcells’ career

by Cardinals 5-4 for 4th straight win

BY MATTHEW V. ROBERSON Sun staff writer mroberson@jonesborosun.com

BY WILL GRAVES Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Russell Martin drove home Neal Walker with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Wednesday night.

Martin’s sharp grounder off Trevor Rosenthal (1-2) rolled into left field, giving Walker enough time to score from second.

The Pirates’ fourth straight win over the Cardinals gave Pittsburgh a 2½-game lead in the NL Central.

St. Louis left 11 runners on base and dropped its seventh consecutive game. The Cardinals led 2-0, 3-1 and 4-2 but couldn’t hold on.

Tony Watson (3-1) worked two shutout innings in relief. Mark Melancon pitched a perfect ninth for his fifth save.

Matt Holliday had three hits and drove in two runs, and the Cardinals’ struggling offense put together 13 hits.

Walker hit his seventh homer of the season off Adam Wainwright in the first inning, starting a pattern that repeated itself throughout the night. The Cardinals found ways to score off starter Jeff Locke, but Pittsburgh kept chipping away.

Martin’s second hit of the night gave Pittsburgh its 25th comeback win of the season.

The teams with the two best records in the National League were mostly spectators before Wednesday’s non-waiver trade deadline, though the Pirates acquired minor leaguer Robert Andino from Seattle.

Pittsburgh general manager Neal Huntington stressed he aggressively sought help for one of the National League’s weaker offenses but didn’t want to do it while gutting a replenished farm system.

“We talk a lot about, we don’t want to do something stupid,” Huntington said before the game. “We were willing to do something stupid, we just didn’t want to do anything insane.”

Instead the Pirates, like the Cardinals, opted to do nothing major. The difference is the Cardinals have a roster dotted with players sporting World Series rings. Not Pittsburgh, which is in pursuit of its first playoff appearance in more than two decades.

While Huntington will continue to search for help, he isn’t sure his team needs that much, even on a night Locke didn’t have his Please see CARDINALS | B4

ON DECK | Professional baseball St. Louis at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m. today

Professional baseball Tucson at Memphis AutoZone Park, 7:05 p.m. today

JONESBORO — Dean Pryor knew he had someone special when he assembled his first football staff.

The former Arkansas State athletic director, who still resides in Jonesboro, had taken over the Hastings College football program Pryor in Nebraska in 1964 and was looking to finalize a staff of two assistant coaches. There was one opening left and one person Pryor had in mind all along.

When that candidate contacted Pryor looking for work, it set the wheels in motion for one of the greatest coaching careers in National Football League history.

Pryor is the person who discovered legendary NFL coach Bill Parcells, and gave him his first job as a defensive assistant at Hastings College. Parcells, whose teams appeared in three Super Bowls, including two victories, will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, on Saturday.

It is a career that might not have

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Former New York Giants coach Bill Parcells is carried off the field after the Giants defeated the Denver Broncos, 39-20, in Super Bowl XXI in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 25, 1987. Parcells will enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio on Saturday. Former Arkansas State University athletic director Dean Pryor gave Parcells his first coaching job when he was the head football coach at Hastings Please see PRYOR | B3 College in Hastings, Neb., back in 1964.

University of Arkansas receivers accepting new role

BY NATE ALLEN nallensports@att.net

FAYETTEVILLE — New Arkansas Coach Bret Bielema and his almost brand new staff have made it a point to say little of the Razorbacks’ sorry 4-8 season of 2012 to this team they inherit in 2013.

However, new receivers coach Michael Smith has a 2012 wild card up his sleeve that he hasn’t played and would prefer to leave unplayed.

But if Smith’s receivers in Bielema’s decidedly more ground-oriented offense start pining for their good, old days of last year when 2012 senior Cobi Hamilton caught a school record 90 passes, might Smith use that 4-8 to remind them those days were not so good?

“Exactly,” said Smith, smiling.

So far, Arkansas’ new receivers

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Arkansas coach Bret Bielema talks with reporters in July during the Southeastern Conference football media days in Hoover, Ala. coach from the Bill Snyder staff at Kansas State said it hasn’t been a hard sell to tell his receivers of their

importance and that running the ball more makes the receptions they do receive all the more likely for big plays as defense must respect the run.

Most of Bielema’s 2012 run-oriented Wisconsin offense was in the Rose Bowl while the 2012 Hogs stayed home.

“It hasn’t been hard at all,” Smith said of convincing the receivers of their importance. “I think these guys are coming in with an open mind.

What I have tried to express to them is the biggest thing is about winning.

Whatever we can do to help this team win, we are going to do it. I think they have an understanding we are not going throw the ball around like the University of Arkansas did last year but we just want to improve on the Please see FOOTBALL | B3

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Sports Today HIGH SCHOOL GOLF Forrest City vs. Nettleton: 9 a.m. at Sage Meadows

On the Air PROFESSIONAL GOLF 8 a.m. — Womens’ British Open.......................... cable channel 33 (ESPN2) PROFESSIONAL SOCCER 11 a.m. — Audi Cup Soccer third-place match .... cable channel 33 (ESPN2) 1:15 p.m. — Audi Cup Soccer championship ........ cable channel 33 (ESPN2) PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL 6 p.m. — St. Louis at Pittsburgh .........................cable channel 26 (FSNSW) 6 p.m. — Arizona at Texas...................................cable channel 34 (FSNSW) EXTREME SPORTS 8 p.m. — X Games Los Angels .............................. cable channel 32 (ESPN)

Auto racing Weekend schedule

SPRINT CUP GOBOWLING.COM 400 Site: Long Pond, Pa. Schedule: Friday, practice (Speed, Noon-1:30 p.m.), qualifying (Speed, 2-4 p.m.); Saturday, practice (Speed, 8-9 a.m., 10:30-11:30 a.m.); Sunday, race, Noon (ESPN, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.).

Track: Pocono Raceway (triangle, 2.5 miles).

Race distance: 400 miles, 160 laps.

Last year: Jeff Gordon won the rainshortened race marred by the death of a fan hit by lightning in the parking lot behind the grandstand.

Last week: Ryan Newman fulfilled his childhood dream growing up in Indiana, winning the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Fast facts: Five-time series champion Jimmie Johnson leads the season standings, 75 points ahead of Clint Bowyer.

The June winner at the track, Johnson is attempting to sweep the Pocono races for the second time. He accomplished the feat in 2004. ... Johnson and Matt Kenseth share the series victory lead with four. Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch each have two wins. ... Gordon has a record six Pocono victories. Denny Hamlin has won four times at the track.

Next race: Cheez-it 355 at The Glen, Aug. 11, Watkins Glen International, Watkins Glen, N.Y. Online: http://www.nascar.com NATIONWIDE U.S. CELLULAR 250 Site: Newton, Iowa.

Schedule: Friday, practice; Saturday, qualifying, race, 7 p.m. (ESPN, 6:30-9:30 p.m.).

Track: Iowa Speedway (oval, 0.875 miles).

Race distance: 218.75 miles, 250 laps.

Last year: Elliott Sadler raced to the last of his four 2012 victories.

Last week: Kyle Busch won at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for his eighth victory of the year and series-record 59th overall win.

Fast facts: Austin Dillon leads the season standings, six points ahead of Regan Smith.

Next race: ZIPPO 200, Aug. 10, Watkins Glen International, Watkins Glen, N.Y. Online: http://www.nascar.com CAMPING WORLD TRUCK PENNSYLVANIA MOUNTAINS 125 Site: Long Pond, Pa. Schedule: Friday, practice; Saturday, qualifying (Speed, 9-10:30 a.m.), race, Noon (Speed, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.).

Track: Pocono Raceway (triangle, 2.5 miles).

Race distance: 125 miles, 50 laps.

Last year: Joey Coulter raced to his first series victory, taking the lead on the final restart.

Last week: Austin Dillon won at Eldora Speedway in NASCAR’s first dirt race in a top touring series since 1970.

Fast facts: Matt Crafton leads the season standings, 48 points ahead of Jeb Burton..

Online: http://www.nascar.com IZOD INDYCAR HONDA INDY 200 Site: Lexington, Ohio.

Schedule: Friday, practice; Saturday, practice, qualifying (NBC Sports Network, 4-5 p.m.); Sunday, race, 2:33 p.m. (NBC Sports Network, 2-5 p.m.).

Track: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (road course, 2.258 miles).

Race distance: 203.22 miles, 90 laps.

Fast facts: Penske’s Helio Castroneves leads the season standings, 29 points ahead of Dixon.

Next race: Grand Prix of Sonoma, Aug. 25, Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, Calif.

Online: http://www.indycar.com NHRA MELLO YELLO RACING NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS Site: Kent, Wash.

Schedule: Friday, qualifying; Saturday, qualifying (ESPN2, 9-11 p.m.); Sunday, final eliminations (ESPN2, 6-10 p.m.).

Track: Pacific Raceways.

Fast facts: There are three regular-season events left until the six-race Countdown to the Championship.

Next event: Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, Aug. 15-18, Brainerd International Raceway, Brainerd, Minn.

Online: http://www.nhra.com.

Baseball N.L. standings, schedule

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Pittsburgh St. Louis Cincinnati Chicago Milwaukee

Los Angeles Arizona Colorado San Diego San Francisco

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L.A. Dodgers (Nolasco 6-9) at Chicago Cubs (Rusin 1-0), 7:05 p.m.

Friday’s Games L.A. Dodgers at Chicago Cubs, 3:05 p.m.

Atlanta at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Colorado at Pittsburgh, 6:05 p.m.

Arizona at Boston, 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

Kansas City at N.Y. Mets, 6:10 p.m.

San Francisco at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

St. Louis at Cincinnati, 6:10 p.m.

Washington at Milwaukee, 7:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at San Diego, 9:10 p.m.

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Kansas City (Shields 5-7) at Minnesota (Diamond 5-9), 12:10 p.m.

Arizona (Delgado 3-3) at Texas (Darvish 9-5), 6:05 p.m.

Houston (Lyles 4-4) at Baltimore (Tillman 13-3), 6:05 p.m.

Seattle (F.Hernandez 11-4) at Boston (Dempster 6-8), 6:10 p.m.

Toronto (Jo.Johnson 1-7) at L.A. Angels (Richards 2-4), 9:05 p.m.

Friday’s Games Seattle at Baltimore, 6:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Detroit, 6:08 p.m.

Arizona at Boston, 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

Kansas City at N.Y. Mets, 6:10 p.m.

San Francisco at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

Houston at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m.

Texas at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

Toronto at L.A. Angels, 9:05 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at San Diego, 9:10 p.m.

Major League leaders

Tuesday’s Games Milwaukee 6, Chicago Cubs 5, 1st game Pittsburgh 2, St. Louis 1, 11 innings, 1st game Philadelphia 7, San Francisco 3 Detroit 5, Washington 1 Tampa Bay 5, Arizona 2 Atlanta 11, Colorado 3 N.Y. Mets 4, Miami 2, 10 innings Pittsburgh 6, St. Louis 0, 2nd game Milwaukee 3, Chicago Cubs 2, 2nd game San Diego 4, Cincinnati 2 L.A. Dodgers 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Wednesday’s Games Detroit 11, Washington 1 Cincinnati 4, San Diego 1 San Francisco 9, Philadelphia 2 Pittsburgh 5, St. Louis 4 Arizona 7, Tampa Bay 0 Atlanta 9, Colorado 0 Miami 3, N.Y. Mets 2 Chicago Cubs 6, Milwaukee 1 N.Y. Yankees at L.A. Dodgers, (n) Today’s Games N.Y. Mets (Harvey 8-2) at Miami (Koehler 2-6), 11:40 p.m.

Arizona (Delgado 3-3) at Texas (Darvish 9-5), 6:05 p.m.

San Francisco (M.Cain 6-6) at Philadelphia (Hamels 4-13), 6:05 p.m.

St. Louis (J.Kelly 1-3) at Pittsburgh (Morton 3-2), 6:05 p.m.

Colorado (Bettis 0-0) at Atlanta (Tehe-

NATIONAL LEAGUE BATTING_CJohnson, Atlanta, .342; YMolina, St. Louis, .330; Cuddyer, Colorado, .329; Votto, Cincinnati, .317; Segura, Milwaukee, .317; Craig, St. Louis, .316; Scutaro, San Francisco, .315.

RUNS_MCarpenter, St. Louis, 79; Votto, Cincinnati, 73; CGonzalez, Colorado, 72; Choo, Cincinnati, 71; Goldschmidt, Arizona, 69; SMarte, Pittsburgh, 68; Holliday, St. Louis, 66; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 66.

RBI_Goldschmidt, Arizona, 86; Phillips, Cincinnati, 82; Craig, St. Louis, 79; Bruce, Cincinnati, 74; FFreeman, Atlanta, 71; PAlvarez, Pittsburgh, 70; CGonzalez, Colorado, 70.

HITS_Segura, Milwaukee, 132; Votto, Cincinnati, 127; MCarpenter, St. Louis, 126; Craig, St. Louis, 125; DWright, New York, 123; DanMurphy, New York, 122; Bruce, Cincinnati, 120; Goldschmidt, Arizona, 120; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 120.

DOUBLES_MCarpenter, St. Louis, 32; Bruce, Cincinnati, 31; YMolina, St. Louis, 30; Rizzo, Chicago, 30; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 28; Posey, San Francisco, 28; Desmond, Washington, 27; GParra, Arizona, 27.

TRIPLES_CGomez, Milwaukee, 9; SMarte, Pittsburgh, 9; Segura, Milwaukee, 8; Span, Washington, 7; CGonzalez, Colorado, 6; DWright, New York, 6; Hechavarria, Miami, 5; EYoung, New York, 5.

HOME RUNS_PAlvarez, Pittsburgh, 27; CGonzalez, Colorado, 26; DBrown, Philadelphia, 24; Goldschmidt, Arizona, 24; Bruce, Cincinnati, 22; Uggla, Atlanta, 21; Beltran, St. Louis, 19; Tulowitzki, Colorado, 19.

STOLEN BASES_ECabrera, San Diego, 37; SMarte, Pittsburgh, 31; Segura, Milwaukee, 31; CGomez, Milwaukee, 27;

Revere, Philadelphia, 22; EYoung, New York, 22; CGonzalez, Colorado, 21; McCutchen, Pittsburgh, 21.

PITCHING_Wainwright, St. Louis, 13-6; Corbin, Arizona, 12-2; Lynn, St. Louis, 12-5; Zimmermann, Washington, 12-6; Liriano, Pittsburgh, 11-4; Minor, Atlanta, 11-5; 7 tied at 10.

ERA_Kershaw, Los Angeles, 1.96; Harvey, New York, 2.11; Corbin, Arizona, 2.24; Locke, Pittsburgh, 2.36; Leake, Cincinnati, 2.59; Wainwright, St. Louis, 2.61; Fernandez, Miami, 2.71.

STRIKEOUTS_Harvey, New York, 164; Kershaw, Los Angeles, 156; Wainwright, St. Louis, 151; Samardzija, Chicago, 146; HBailey, Cincinnati, 145; Latos, Cincinnati, 142; GGonzalez, Washington, 139.

SAVES_Kimbrel, Atlanta, 31; Mujica, St. Louis, 30; Grilli, Pittsburgh, 30; RSoriano, Washington, 26; Chapman, Cincinnati, 25; Romo, San Francisco, 24; Cishek, Miami, 22; Parnell, New York, 22; Gregg, Chicago, 22.

AMERICAN LEAGUE BATTING_MiCabrera, Detroit, .359; Trout, Los Angeles, .331; DOrtiz, Boston, .328; Mauer, Minnesota, .326; TorHunter, Detroit, .316; Loney, Tampa Bay, .316; ABeltre, Texas, .312.

RUNS_MiCabrera, Detroit, 78; CDavis, Baltimore, 76; AJones, Baltimore, 73; Trout, Los Angeles, 73; Bautista, Toronto, 69; Encarnacion, Toronto, 68; DeJennings, Tampa Bay, 68.

RBI_MiCabrera, Detroit, 99; CDavis, Baltimore, 99; Encarnacion, Toronto, 84; Fielder, Detroit, 76; AJones, Baltimore, 74; NCruz, Texas, 72; Cano, New York, 70.

HITS_MiCabrera, Detroit, 137; Trout, Los Angeles, 137; Machado, Baltimore, 135; ABeltre, Texas, 132; AJones, Baltimore, 129; Ellsbury, Boston, 126; TorHunter, Detroit, 126.

DOUBLES_Machado, Baltimore, 39; Mauer, Minnesota, 31; Trout, Los Angeles, 31; CDavis, Baltimore, 30; JhPeralta, Detroit, 29; Napoli, Boston, 28; JCastro, Houston, 27; TorHunter, Detroit, 27; Lowrie, Oakland, 27.

TRIPLES_Trout, Los Angeles, 8; Ellsbury, Boston, 7; Drew, Boston, 6; Gardner, New York, 5; DeJennings, Tampa Bay, 5; LMartin, Texas, 5; Kawasaki, Toronto, 4; HKendrick, Los Angeles, 4; McLouth, Baltimore, 4.

HOME RUNS_CDavis, Baltimore, 38; MiCabrera, Detroit, 32; Encarnacion, Toronto, 29; Bautista, Toronto, 25; ADunn, Chicago, 25; NCruz, Texas, 24; Ibanez, Seattle, 24.

STOLEN BASES_Ellsbury, Boston, 39; RDavis, Toronto, 31; Altuve, Houston, 26; McLouth, Baltimore, 25; Andrus, Texas, 24; AlRamirez, Chicago, 23; Trout, Los Angeles, 23.

PITCHING_Scherzer, Detroit, 15-1; Colon, Oakland, 14-3; MMoore, Tampa Bay, 14-3; Tillman, Baltimore, 13-3; Masterson, Cleveland, 12-7; FHernandez, Seattle, 11-4; CWilson, Los Angeles, 11-6; Verlander, Detroit, 11-8.

ERA_FHernandez, Seattle, 2.34; Kuroda, New York, 2.51; Colon, Oakland, 2.54; AniSanchez, Detroit, 2.59; Sale, Chicago, 2.69; Darvish, Texas, 2.80; Iwakuma, Seattle, 2.87.

STRIKEOUTS_Darvish, Texas, 172; Scherzer, Detroit, 164; FHernandez, Seattle, 158; Masterson, Cleveland, 153; Sale, Chicago, 149; Verlander, Detroit, 138; DHolland, Texas, 135.

SAVES_JiJohnson, Baltimore, 36; MRivera, New York, 33; Nathan, Texas, 32; Balfour, Oakland, 28; GHolland, Kansas City, 27; AReed, Chicago, 26; Rodney, Tampa Bay, 26.

Pacific Coast League American North Division W L Pct. GB Omaha (Royals) 54 57 .486 — Memphis (Cardinals) 53 59 .473 1½ Iowa (Cubs) 51 60 .459 3 Nashville (Brewers) 41 71 .366 13½ American South Division W L Pct. GB Albuquerque (Dodgers) 63 48 .568 — Round Rock (Rangers) 62 49 .559 1 Oklahoma City (Astros) 62 50 .554 1½ New Orleans (Marlins) 54 57 .486 9 Pacific North Division W L Pct. GB Salt Lake (Angels) 62 49 .559 — Tacoma (Mariners) 60 51 .541 2 Colorado Springs (Rockies)55 53 .509 5½ Reno (Diamondbacks) 45 67 .402 17½ Pacific South Division W L Pct. GB Las Vegas (Mets) 60 50 .545 — Tucson (Padres) 59 53 .527 2 Sacramento (Athletics) 57 54 .514 3½ Fresno (Giants) 50 60 .455 10 ––– Tuesday’s Games New Orleans 4, Colorado Springs 2 Memphis 3, Tucson 0 Oklahoma City 4, Reno 2 Nashville 3, Las Vegas 1, 8 innings Salt Lake 5, Iowa 4 Omaha 4, Tacoma 1 Fresno 7, Round Rock 1 Albuquerque 2, Sacramento 0 Wednesday’s Games Colorado Springs at New Orleans, (n) Oklahoma City 4, Reno 3 Nashville 3, Las Vegas 2 Tucson 4, Memphis 2 Iowa at Salt Lake, (n) Omaha at Tacoma, (n) Albuquerque at Sacramento, (n) Round Rock at Fresno, (n) Thursday’s Games Colorado Springs at New Orleans, 7 p.m.

Tucson at Memphis, 7:05 p.m.

Reno at Oklahoma City, 7:05 p.m.

Las Vegas at Nashville, 7:05 p.m.

Iowa at Salt Lake, 8:05 p.m.

Omaha at Tacoma, 9 p.m.

Albuquerque at Sacramento, 9:05 p.m.

Round Rock at Fresno, 9:05 p.m.

Friday’s Games Colorado Springs at New Orleans, 7 p.m.

Tucson at Memphis, 7:05 p.m.

Reno at Oklahoma City, 7:05 p.m.

Las Vegas at Nashville, 7:05 p.m.

Iowa at Salt Lake, 8:05 p.m.

Omaha at Tacoma, 9 p.m.

Albuquerque at Sacramento, 9:05 p.m.

Round Rock at Fresno, 9:05 p.m.

Texas League North Division W L Pct. GB Arkansas (Angels) 23 17 .575 — NW Arkansas (Royals) 21 19 .525 2 Springfield (Cardinals) 19 21 .475 4 x-Tulsa (Rockies) 18 22 .450 5 South Division W L Pct. GB San Antonio (Padres) 24 16 .600 — x-Corpus Christi (Astros) 23 17 .575 1 Frisco (Rangers) 16 24 .400 8 Midland (Athletics) 16 24 .400 8 x-clinched first half — Wednesday’s Games Frisco 2, Midland 1 Tulsa 4, Springfield 0 Corpus Christi 4, San Antonio 3 Arkansas 5, Northwest Arkansas 0 Today’s Games Tulsa at Northwest Arkansas, 7 p.m.

Midland at Corpus Christi, 7:05 p.m.

San Antonio at Frisco, 7:05 p.m.

Springfield at Arkansas, 7:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Tulsa at Northwest Arkansas, 7 p.m.

Midland at Corpus Christi, 7:05 p.m.

San Antonio at Frisco, 7:05 p.m.

Springfield at Arkansas, 7:10 p.m.

Golf PGA: FedExCup Leaders LPGA TOUR/LADIES’ GOLF UNION WOMEN’S BRITISH OPEN Site: St. Andrews, Scotland.

Schedule: Thursday-Sunday.

Course: St. Andrews, Old Course (6,672 yards, par 72).

Purse: $2.75 million. Winner’s share: $418,750.

Television: ESPN2 (Thursday-Friday, 8-11 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.Noon).

Last year: South Korea’s Jiyai Shin won at Royal Liverpool by a record nine strokes, shooting 71-73 in the stormy 36hole Sunday finale. She also won in 2008 at Sunningdale.

LPGA Tour site: http://www.lpga.com WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS BRIDGESTONE INVITATIONAL Site: Akron, Ohio.

Schedule: Thursday-Sunday.

Course: Firestone Country Club, South Course (7,400 yards, par 70).

Purse: $8.75 million. Winner’s share: $1,575,000.

Television: Golf Channel (ThursdayFriday, 1-5 p.m., 8 p.m.-midnight; Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 8 p.m.midnight) and CBS (Saturday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m.).

Last year: Keegan Bradley won when Jim Furyk made a double bogey on the final hole. Furyk and Steve Stricker tied for second, a stroke back.

Notes: The PGA Championship is next week at Oak Hill in Rochester, N.Y. PGA Tour site: http://www.pgatour. com PGA TOUR RENO-TAHOE OPEN Site: Reno, Nev. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday.

Course: Montreux Golf and Country Club (7,472 yards, par 72).

Purse: $3 million. Winner’s share: $540,000.

Television: Golf Channel (Thursday, 6-8 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 1-3 a.m., 6-8 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30-2:30 a.m., 6-8 p.m.; Monday, 12:30-2:30 a.m.).

Last year: J.J. Henry beat Alexandre Rocha by a point in the modified Stableford event.

Last week: Brandt Snedeker won the Canadian Open by three strokes for his second victory of the year.

Notes: Under the modified Stableford format, players receive 8 points for double eagle, 5 for eagle, 2 for birdie, 0 for par, minus-1 for bogey and minus-3 for double bogey or worse.

Online: http://www.pgatour.com CHAMPIONS TOUR 3M CHAMPIONSHIP Site: Blaine, Minn.

Schedule: Friday-Sunday.

Course: TPC Twin Cities (7,114 yards, par 72).

Purse: $1.75 million. Winner’s share: $262,500.

Television: Golf Channel (Friday, 11:30 a.m.--1 p.m.; Saturday, 3-4:30 a.m., 3-5 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30-4:30 a.m., 3-5 p.m.; Monday, 4-5 a.m.).

Last year: Bernhard Langer finished with a 10-under 62 for a two-stroke victory. The German star also won the 2009 tournament.

Last week: Mark Wiebe won the Senior British Open in a Monday finish at Royal Birkdale, beating Langer with a par on the fifth hole of a playoff.

Online: http://www.pgatour.com

Solunar periods Periods begin at the times shown. Major periods last for an hour-and-a-half or two hours thereafter. Minor periods are of somewhat shorter duration.

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Transactions Wednesday’s deals BASEBALL COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE — Suspended Detroit RHP Juan Alcantara 50 games for a violation of the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.

American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Placed RHP Jason Hammel on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Monday. Reinstated OF Steve Pearce from the 15-day DL. BOSTON RED SOX — Optioned RHP Brayan Villarreal to Pawtucket (IL). Recalled INF Brock Holt from Pawtucket.

CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Recalled OF Jordan Danks from Charlotte (IL).

CLEVELAND INDIANS — Designated RHP Joe Martinez for assignment. Optioned RHP Vinnie Pestano to Columbus (IL).

DETROIT TIGERS — Optioned RHP Luke Putkonen to Toledo (IL). Recalled RHP Luis Marte from Toledo and placed him on the 15-day DL. HOUSTON ASTROS — Traded OF Justin Maxwell to Kansas City for RHP Kyle Smith. Traded RHP Bud Norris to Baltimore for OF L.J. Hoes, LHP Josh Hader and a 2014 competitive balance round A draft pick.

LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Optioned INF Grant Green to Salt Lake (PCL). Selected the contract of 3B Chris Nelson from Salt Lake (PCL).

OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Designated INF Adam Rosales for assignment.

TAMPA BAY RAYS — Placed LHP Matt Moore on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Monday. Called up INF Ryan Roberts from Durham (IL).

TEXAS RANGERS — Sent LHP Matt Harrison to Frisco (TL) for a rehab assignment.

TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Sent RHP Drew Hutchison to New Hampshire (EL) for a rehab assignment.

National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS — Traded RHP Ian Kennedy to San Diego for LHP Joe Thatcher, RHP Matt Stites and a 2014 competitive balance round B draft pick. Sent RHP Trevor Cahill to Reno (PCL) for a rehab assignment. Assigned RHP Nate Adcock outright to Reno.

ATLANTA BRAVES — Sent OF B.J. Upton to Gwinnett (IL) for a rehab assigment. Assigned RHP Kameron Loe outright to Gwinnett.

CHICAGO CUBS — Optioned RHP Jake Arrieta to Iowa (PCL).

L.A. DODGERS — Acquired C Drew Butera from Minnesota for cash or a player to be named, and optioned him to Albuquerque (PCL).

MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Optioned INF Scooter Gennett to Nashville (PCL).

Placed RHP Yovani Gallardo on the 15day DL. PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Released 3B Brandon Inge. Optioned RHP Brandon Cumpton to Indianapolis (IL).

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS — Optioned LHP Tyler Lyons to Memphis (PCL). Placed C Yadier Molina and OF Shane Robinson on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF Adron Chambers and 1B/OF Brock Peterson from Memphis (PCL).

SAN DIEGO PADRES — Sent OF Cameron Maybin to Tucson (PCL) for a rehab assignment.

American Association EL PASO DIABLOS — Traded INF Reid Fronk to Gary SouthShore for cash considerations.

FARGO-MOORHEAD REDHAWKS — Released C Clint Ourso. Signed OF/INF Jeremiah Piepkorn.

SIOUX FALLS CANARIES — Signed OF Reggie Abercrombie.

Can-Am League NEWARK BEARS — Signed RHP Wander Alvino.

QUEBEC CAPITALES — Signed LHP Shawn Smith.

Frontier League EVANSVILLE OTTERS — Signed 3B Jimmy Maxwell and C Joe Solomeno. Released OF Jordan Tripp.

RIVER CITY RASCALS — Released 3B Sean Borman.

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS MINERS — Released RHP Jon Mark Abby and SS Logan Brumley.

WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS — Released RHP Kyle Zegarac.

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association DALLAS MAVERICKS — Signed G Devin Harris.

MILWAUKEE BUCKS — Traded G Brandon Jennings to Detroit for G Brandon Knight, F Khris Middleton and C Viacheslav Kravtsov.

OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER — Named Robert Pack and Mike Terpstra assistant coaches.

WASHINGTON WIZARDS — Agreed to terms with G John Wall on a contract extension.

Titans look to Bernard Pollard for leadership

BY TERESA M. WALKER Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bernard Pollard remembers the moment well.

Tennessee and Chris Johnson were running all over his Kansas City Chiefs in October 2008, and he finally had it with Titans right tackle David Stewart. So both men put up their fists, ready to start swinging away.

A photographer caught them in that moment, and Stewart put a copy of the photo in his locker as a keepsake of the near brawl.

When Pollard joined the Titans this year, Stewart went to his new teammate, photo in hand, for an autograph.

“It’s a very cool pho-

to,” Pollard said. “But when you got 280 yards (rushing) on you ... I was hot. They did a great job.

But to be on the team, for him to be my teammate, to be on a team with him, man it’s a great thing.”

Stewart agrees.

“It’s always good to have a guy like that on the team,” Stewart said.

The Titans certainly are counting on Pollard to lead a defense bouncing back from a horrible season. They gave up a franchise-worst 471 points in 2012, most in the NFL and took advantage of Baltimore’s salary cap purge of a Super Bowlwinning roster by signing the feisty veteran to a oneyear contract a week after he was released.

Sports Briefs Cook shoots 3-over, may miss cut ROLAND — Austin Cook of Jonesboro shot a 3-over par 75 on Wednesday in the second round of the 111th Western Amateur at The Alotian Club.

Cook, a former University of Arkansas golfer, started the day tied with 14 others for 13th place, but dropped into a 15-way tie for 53rd after completing his first two rounds at even par.

Inclement weather did not allow the completion of the second round for the entire field, however, so Cook’s fate of making or missing the cut won’t be determined until this morning when the round is completed.

There are 10 groups of three players each that will have to finish before a cut line can be established. The second round is scheduled to resume at 8 a.m. this morning.

Three players are tied for first with scores of 9-under par 135 after completing both rounds.

The trio of leaders include Stanford’s Patrick Rodgers, Wisconsin’s Jordan Niebrugge, and Georgia Tech’s Seth Reeves.

The 156-player field will be cut to the low 44 and ties after the completion of the second round.

The survivors will play 18 holes today and Friday, after which the low 16 will compete in match play over the weekend.

Bisons’ Gay named to Award watch list SEARCY – Harding University junior placekicker John Gay was named to the Fred Mitchell Award watch list on Tuesday.

Gay, a former Jonesboro High School standout, is one of 34 collegiate placekickers on the list, including 12 from NCAA Division II. The Fred Mitchell Award Watch List is designed to recognize college placekickers based on outstanding performance in the community and expectations going into the upcoming season.

Gay made 14-of-18 field goals and all 43 extrapoint attempts in last year, earning first team AllGreat American Conference and Don Hansen third team All-Super Region 3 honors. He set school records for field goal percentage (78 percent) and consecutive extra-points made (43).

Gay was also active in the community, volunteering for the Walk for the Cure cancer walk, the Say Thanks Day and Highlighter Run, and at Bisons for Christ.

The Fred Mitchell Award is given to the nation’s top collegiate placekicker among more than 750 FCS, Division II, III, NAIA and NJCAA football teams. The award is named for Fred Mitchell, a record-setting placekicker, Wittenberg University Athletic Hall of Famer, author, philanthropist and Chicago Tribune sports columnist.

ASU single-game tickets now on sale JONESBORO — Arkansas State University single-game tickets for each of its six home games go on sale today.

The Red Wolves’ home schedule features nonconference matchups against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Idaho, and a nationally-televised game with Louisiana-Lafayette. Troy will also visit, while Texas State and Georgia State both come to Jonesboro for the first time.

General admission single tickets are $17. Reserved bench seats are $20. Benchback seats will be sold on an individual game basis for $35.

Fans can purchase a RedZone 4 pack that includes four tickets, four hotdogs and four sodas for $70 and are available on a single-game basis.

Special group rates for general admission and reserved bench seats are available as well and fans interested should contact the ASU Ticket Office for more information.

Hunting seminar scheduled for Jonesboro LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission will host one of five seminars on deer hunting in Jonesboro.

The free seminar will be held 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Aug. 13 at St. Bernards Auditorium, 505 E. Washington Ave., with discussion on the history of deer and deer management in the state, recent changes in deer hunting regulations and habitat.

According to Arkansas Game and Fish, habitat discussion will focus on facts and myths concerning supplemental feeding and baiting as well as the benefits of food plots and how to properly establish them.

No advance registration is needed. Arkansas Game and Fish deer biologists and private lands biologists will be present to answer questions.

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MTSU coach dismisses 3 players Jones understands

BY TERESA M. WALKER Associated Press

MURFREESBORO, Tenn.

— Middle Tennessee coach Rick Stockstill has dismissed three players facing charges in connection with an incident caught on videotape showing one choking a woman while two teammates watched and narrated.

The coach said in a statement Wednesday he wanted to take his time in making the decision to dismiss the three players. The dismissal came hours after he spoke at the Blue Raiders’ media day saying he would

wait until school officials and police finished their investigation, even though he had seen the video and felt he had enough information to make a decision.

“I wanted to make sure I gathered as much information as possible,” Stockstill said in a statement late Wednesday afternoon.

“Their actions do not reflect upon all the good surrounding our football program. Every choice a person makes has consequences, good or bad. And unfortunately, their choice has led me to dismiss them from the team.”

A spokesman for the campus police department did not immediately return an email message from The Associated Press.

Middle Tennessee suspended defensive tackle J.D. Jones on July 20 hours after he was charged with two counts of domestic aggravated assault July. Defensive tackle Marcus Robinson and cornerback Rodney O’Neal were charged with two counts of aiding and abetting and also were suspended that night. All three are due in court Aug. 29, the day the Blue Raiders open the season against Western

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The videotape show Ronni Cantrell, 19, of Knoxville pleading with Jones to stop choking her first with his hand, then his arm from behind, according to a report by university police. The incident allegedly took place in November, but Cantrell did not speak to campus police until July 19. Campus police have a copy of the videotape, and the report said suspects are heard not helping the woman and saying the choking “happens all the time or every day.”

can go very fast. Day one, you have got to go back and get familiar with the coaching, the drills, the names and different things, so it slows you down a little.”

The Red Wolves are scheduled to practice Friday, Saturday and Sunday, then take Monday off.

Harsin said those first three practices are probably the most important practices of all fall camp.

They’ll set the tone for the next four weeks, determine some personnel moves, and set a course for the

season that lies ahead.

“Those first three days there’s a lot of things that go into it,” Harsin said.

“There’s a lot of things with the meetings, the practices, the effort with how we practice. It’s very, very important that we start off the right way.

You don’t ever get them back. You get 29 practices and it sounds like a lot, but it’s really not.

Everything that you do in these 29 practices really covers you for the entire season.”

Harsin said there has been some attrition with the team since last season with a few players leaving, no longer playing the sport or deciding to transfer.

He did not mention any individuals specifically, but said all of the returning starters and players who contributed significantly last season would be back.

Harsin also said there would not be any surprises or new players transferring in, although several walkon players are expected to join the workouts.

I told him that I had just taken a job at Hastings College and I said ‘I want you to come and help me at Hastings if that doesn’t work out,’” Pryor recalled.

“Long about the first of August, Bill called and said ‘Hey, can I still come to Hastings?’ And I said ‘Pack your bags.’”

Pryor put Parcells in charge of everything on the defensive side of the football.

With the Hastings staff made up of only three coaches total and a volunteer, Parcells was delegated to run the defense however he saw fit. He was the defensive coordinator, defensive line coach, linebackers coach and secondary coach.

“He was the coordinator of everything defense,” Pryor joked.

Pryor knew Parcells could handle the responsibilities. He had witnessed Parcells teach, inspire and coach his own teammates at Wichita State.

Those qualities told Pryor he hired the right man.

“He was quick to assist other players,” Pryor recalled. “It was his ability to put his teammates in the right place at the right time. He had just a good, leadership quality. He loved football, loved coaching football and was just a natural for it.”

Pryor said there was one game in which the Shockers played against Boston College that he’ll never forget. It was that day Parcells earned his stripes with him.

“We were playing Boston College in Boston and we had a young junior college transfer that was playing nose tackle,” Pryor said.

“In that particular ballgame, Bill really motivated and helped that kid. It was evident that he had the tools to be a good coach.”

Parcells and Pryor parted ways after just one season, though they still remain good friends. What followed was one of the most illustrious coaching careers in modern NFL history.

Parcells went on to make numerous college coaching stops as he climbed the ladder to the NFL. After a year as head coach of the Air Force Academy in 1978, he got his big break and was hired as defensive coordinator for the New York Giants.

Parcells spent the next four years as an assistant in the NFL, one with the New England Patriots and three with the Giants. In 1983 he was named the head coach of the Giants and went on to lead the team to Super Bowl championships in 1987 and 1991.

After a year out of coaching, Parcells took over the New England Patriots in 1993 and led them to the 1997 Super Bowl. He later coached the New York Jets and Dallas Cowboys for a career that spanned 42 years.

Pryor always knew Parcells had a gift, but he had no idea success of such magnitude was in the coach’s future.

“I didn’t think he’d be

in the Pro Football Hall of Fame,” Pryor said. “His accomplishments are unreal. To come from Wichita State and then start out at Hastings — he’s had a fantastic career. His intensity and his desire and his will to work at it made him a great coach.”

Some 49 years after he hired Parcells, the two men are still regularly in contact. They have seen each other from time to time and talk occasionally on

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Thompson back, the ASU defense is expected to employ the same philosophy.

“Our first day, you’re trying to get in all your base plays. Not every one of them, but you’re getting in your base stuff. The other thing, too, is you’ll have a little bit more individual time than normal. Normally, our practices — once they’re up and running — they know the words, the drills and they’re jumping into it and everything

challenges ahead

to the public. He has put together one of the top 2014 recruiting classes.

Of course, he also hasn’t coached in a game yet.

Five of Tennessee’s first eight games are against teams ranked ninth or higher in last year’s final Top 25: No. 1 Alabama, No. 2 Oregon, No. 5 Georgia, No. 8 South Carolina and No. 9 Florida. Tennessee has posted three straight losing seasons and was picked by the Southeastern Conference media to finish fifth out of seven teams in the Eastern Division.

“Butch has created a lot of excitement, but he’ll be the first to say that you have to go on the field and come away with some success,” said Hart, a former Florida State athletic director. “Bobby Bowden used to tell me all the time when we were playing golf in the summer, ‘You know, Dave, this would be a great job if you just didn’t have to play the games.’ We’ve got to play the games. But I’m excited. I’m excited for the opening of our football season.”

BY STEVE MEGARGEE Associated Press

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee coach Butch Jones has enjoyed an extended honeymoon period in which he has re-energized the fan base and excited recruits since his December arrival.

Now comes the hard part.

Tennessee opens preseason camp Friday with an uncertain quarterback situation, an inexperienced receiving corps and a defense that statistically ranked among the worst in school history last year.

“It’s easy to be excited right now,” Jones said.

“What happens when you go through the long days of training camp and every day seems the same and you’re hitting each other? That’s when your team is born. That’s when your toughness is born. That’s really where your leadership is born.”

Jones has won raves from athletic director Dave Hart for energizing the campus and engaging with the fan base, which includes having an Aug. 17 practice open

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ever gotten started were it not for the former Arkansas State athletic director.

And while this weekend’s induction ceremony is a crowning moment for Parcells, it’s almost as important for the coach who gave him his first chance.

“I’m really excited for him,” Pryor said. “It’s an emotional event for me and I’m tickled to death to have lived this long and see this happen. He has really made a tremendous contribution to the sport and his success has just been phenomenal.”

Pryor was just beginning his coaching career when Parcells made an impression on him that would ultimately change the sport.

As an assistant coach at Wichita State over defensive backs, Pryor couldn’t help but notice a young linebacker named Parcells.

His play was tremendous, his passion unmatched and his knowledge of the position’s responsibilities as good as he’d ever seen.

After the 1963 season ended, Pryor decided to accept the head coaching job at Hastings College. Parcells had just wrapped up a remarkable career with the Shockers and was selected by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round of the NFL Draft.

Having watched Parcells excel on the field, Pryor gave him an offer just in case he didn’t make it in the NFL. “He went to training camp and when he went,

results in the win and loss column.”

Smith said just their on-campus appearance following the summer voluntary workouts that only the strength coaches and trainers can attend but the football coaches can’t, indicate they are raring to do what’s necessary when official practice begins Monday.

“I think they have made a good adjustment,” Smith said. “I have seen a couple of them walking around the building and just the development of their bodies is a testament to our strength coach and his staff. I know they are excited. I like the way they are talking. Just the whole attitude of the guys from the spring, I think we are

heading in the right direction.”

Smith said seniors Javontee Herndon, Julian Horton and Demetrius Wilson and sophomores Mekale McKay, Keon Hatcher, and D’Arthur Cowan, the six listed first or second team after spring drills, “all bring something different to the table and I am going to use that to our advantage.

I have always tried to express to our players that everybody has role. You never know when you will have that opportunity.”

Former Arkansas offensive coordinator Paul Petrino projected a big role last year for Wilson, transferring as a swift, 6-3, 195-pound junior from junior college.

Wilson caught 51 passes for 927 yards in 2011 at

Glendale (Ariz.) Community College.

It didn’t work out that way at Arkansas, especially early, but he did come off the pine to finish with 9 catches for 117 yards including a 23-yard touchdown for the first scoring drive of the 24-7 SEC victory at Auburn.

Smith saw film of Wilson’s 2012 midseason momentum and said it surged through the spring.

“I was really impressed with the strides that Demetrius made,” Smith said. “I thought he was coming on last year going back and watching the tape and starting to do some things to show that he was the type of receiver that everybody recruited when he came out of junior college.”

understands the demands on Parcell take up most all his time. Still, he expects they’ll share a few words, maybe a meal, a handshake or a hug.

It’s been a long, illustrious time in the making.

“He’s a super friend and he would do anything in his power to help you,” Pryor said. “He’s a people person.

I would say he is a demanding person, but he’s very sharp and he’s always been motivated. I’m thankful to

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Your guide to great dining in Northeast Arkansas!

Chick Fil A at Turtle Creek Mall

Mon - Sat 6:30am - 10:00pm Closed on Sunday

1800 Stadium Blvd Jonesboro 870.910.6611

*Godsey’s Grill Burgers, Sandwiches, Pizzas, Steaks

Mon - Wed 11:00am - 10:00pm Thur - Sat 11:00am - 11:00pm Sun 11:00am - 6:00pm

226 South Main Street Downtown Jonesboro 870.336.1988

*Sage Meadows Grill at Sage Meadows Country Club

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the phone.

Pryor, who was AD at Arkansas State from 197579, entered the insurance business after athletics and is now retired. He still manages some rental property locally and exercises religiously. On Saturday, Pryor will be in the audience to watch his good friend’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

He isn’t sure how much time they’ll be able to spend together, but he

Mon - Fri 11:00am - 9:00pm Sat & Sun 10:00am - 9:00pm

4406 Clubhouse Drive Jonesboro 870.932.3897

Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers 710 Caraway Rd, Jonesboro 3102 Southwest Drive, Jonesboro 2308 E Parker Rd, Jonesboro 2806 West Kings Hwy, Paragould

*Upper Crust Pizza Co. 1810 E. Highland Dr. Suite D Jonesboro 870-933-1990

Mon-Thur 11:00am - 9:00pm Fri-Sat 11:00am - 10:00pm Closed Sunday

* 3120 Shelby Dr. Jonesboro 870-336-7500

Sun-Thur 11:00am -10:00pm Fri-Sat 11:00am -11:00pm

Lazzari Italian Oven 10 Years Best Of The Best

Open 7 Days a week at 11:00am

2230 South Caraway Road Jonesboro 870-931-4700

*Kimono Japanese Steak House

Mon-Thurs 11:00am - 2:30pm & 4:30pm - 9:30pm Friday 11:00am-2:30pm & 4:30pm-11:00pm Sat Noon-11:00pm Sun Noon-9:00pm

300 South Main Street Jonesboro 870-931-3388

Cici’s Pizza In K-Mart Shopping Center

Open 7 Days a week 11:00am

2116 Caraway Rd Jonesboro 870-932-8300

* Brickhouse Grill

Tues - Thurs 5:00pm - 2:00am Fri-Sat noon - 2:00am

218 South Main Street Jonesboro 870.336.2441

*Olive Garden Fine Italian Cuisine

Sun-Thurs 11:00am - 10:00pm Fri & Sat 11:00am - 11:00pm

*Hibachi Grill

Mon - Sun 11:00am - 10:00pm

1699 Stadium Blvd Jonesboro 870-935-8168

Goad a la Mode Cakes By appointment

2216 Wilkins Jonesboro 870-897-6186

The Rodeo Mexican Grill

1207 W. Parker Rd. Jonesboro 870-931-1010 open 7 days a week 11 AM - 9 PM

Slim Chickens Open 7 Days A Week 10:30AM-10:00PM 1312 Stadium Drive Jonesboro 870-935-7546

Elaine’s Jamama’s Fat Wally’s Break The Chain

Located in the Food Court The Mall At Turtle Creek

*Vino’s Pizzeria 305 Sun.-Wed. 11AM-12PM Thurs.-Sat. 11AM-2AM 305 S. Main Street Downtown Jonesboro 870-336-0305

1918 Stadium Blvd Jonesboro 870-972-0282

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John 3:16 Catering Specializing in BBQ, Smoked Meats, Southern Fried Catfish & Chicken 870-307-4667 or 870-799-2525

Wild Hog BBQ Mon-Thur 11:00am-8:00pm Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm Sun 11:00am-2:00pm 2810 E. Highland Dr. Highland Shopping Center 870-933-9464

Cate BBQ Tuesday - Saturday 10:30am - 8:00pm closed Sunday & Monday 2310 E. Matthews Jonesboro 870.934.1366

Quizno’s of Jonesboro Mon. - Sat. 10am - 9pm Sunday 11 am - 8pm 808 S. Caraway Jonesboro 870.935-7900

J&M Cakes n’ Supplies 2810 E Matthews 870 275 4921 Monday - Friday: 9:30am 5:30pm

*Outback Steakhouse Open For Lunch Daily 906-C Southwest Drive Elk Shopping Plaza 870-910-5600

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Texas sweeps Angels, wins on 3rd game-ending HR

Justin Verlander (11-8) shook off a shaky start by giving up one run, four hits and five walks while striking out six in six innings.

Gio Gonzalez (7-4) gave up 10 runs — one short of his career high — and 11 hits — the most of his career — over 3 1-3 innings.

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ARLINGTON, Texas — Adrian Beltre led off the bottom of the ninth for Texas with a home run to beat the Los Angeles Angels 2-1 on Wednesday night, completing a three-game series sweep in which the Rangers won each on game-ending homers.

There was no doubt about another dramatic victory for the Rangers when Michael Kohn (1-1) left a 2-2 pitch over the middle of the plate and Beltre hit it deep into the left-field seats for his 23rd homer.

Nelson Cruz also homered for Texas, his 25th putting the Rangers up 1-0 in the second before Josh Hamilton’s tying homer in the seventh for the Angels.

Rangers closer Joe Nathan (3-1) struck out two and walked one in the top of the ninth to win for the second night in a row.

Blue Jays 5, Athletics 2, 10 Innings

OAKLAND, Calif. — Jose Bautista hit a go-ahead double in the top of the 10th inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Oakland.

Bautista doubled off Jesse Chavez (2-3). Rookie catcher Stephen Vogt’s second costly passed ball of the game allowed Jose Reyes to advance after a leadoff infield single, and Reyes scored on Bautista’s hit.

Casey Janssen (4-0) pitched a 1-2-3 ninth for the win, while Brett Cecil finished for his first major league save in two opportunities.

Braves 9, Rockies 0

ATLANTA — Mike Minor allowed only two hits in seven scoreless innings, Brian McCann hit a three-run homer in a seven-run third, and Atlanta beat Colorado for its sixth straight win.

Freddie Freeman drove in two runs with four hits as the Braves continued their offensive surge with 15 hits. The Braves have scored 29 runs while winning the first three games of the four-game series.

The Braves lead second-place Washington by 11 games in the NL East, their biggest advantage in nine years.

Minor (11-5) didn’t walk a batter and didn’t allow a Colorado baserunner to reach second base.

Giants 9, Phillies 2

PHILADELPHIA — Chad Gaudin threw seven sharp innings, Brett Pill and Brandon Crawford hit homers, and San Francisco snapped a five-game losing streak with the victory over Philadelphia.

The defending World Series champion Giants are last in the NL West. The Phillies entered 11½ games out of first place and fell to nine back in the wildcard standings.

Gaudin (5-2) allowed one run

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Indians 6, White Sox 5, 10 Innings

Texas Rangers’ Leonys Martin connects for an infield single against the Los Angeles Angels during the third inning Wednesday in Arlington, Texas. and four hits, striking out five.

He also got his first career RBI on a single that was just his second hit in 59 at-bats.

Roger Kieschnick had RBI singles in his first two major league at-bats for the Giants, who snapped a nine-game homerless drought when Pill went deep. Pill had three hits and four RBIs. Kyle Kendrick (9-8) gave up eight hits and seven runs in two-plus innings.

Reds 4, Padres 1 SAN DIEGO — Homer Bailey came within two outs of a fivehit shutout to end his four-start losing streak and Cincinnati beat San Diego to snap a fivegame skid.

Brandon Phillips homered and Joey Votto hit a two-run double for the Reds, who avoided a three-game sweep and ended the Padres’ four-game winning streak.

Bailey had allowed just five singles going into the ninth, when Everth Cabrera reached on a fielding error by first baseman Votto leading off the inning. The right-hander got Chris Denorfia to fly out before

Chase Headley doubled in Cabrera. Manager Dusty Baker pulled Bailey, and Aroldis Chapman got the final two outs for his 25th save in 29 chances.

Marlins 3, Mets 2 MIAMI — Jake Marisnick hit his first major league home run and Henderson Alvarez pitched into the eighth inning to lead Miami over New York.

Giancarlo Stanton and Placido Polanco also drove in a run each for the Marlins, who dropped the first two games of the four-game series with the Mets.

Mike Dunn got four outs for his second save in place of Steve Cishek, who pitched two innings and took the loss in Tuesday’s 4-2 loss to New York.

Dunn issued a lead-off single to John Buck before retiring the next three batters to end the game.

Astros 11, Orioles 0 BALTIMORE — Rookie lefthander Brett Oberholtzer allowed three hits over seven innings to earn his first major league win, Jason Castro hit a

grand slam and the Houston Astros beat the Baltimore Orioles 11-0 Wednesday night.

Matt Dominguez homered and had a career-high four hits for the Astros, who built a 9-0 lead in the fourth inning and coasted to their most lopsided victory of the season.

Oberholtzer (1-0) started after Erik Bedard was scratched with a sore shoulder. Making his fourth appearance and first start in the big leagues, Oberholtzer struck out six, walked none and did not let a runner get past first base.

Miguel Gonzalez (8-5) yielded a career-high nine runs, four earned, in 3 2-3 innings.

Tigers 11, Nationals 1 DETROIT — Alex Avila and Torii Hunter hit homers in a five-run second inning and the Detroit Tigers scored five more runs in the fourth inning while routing Washington.

The AL Central-leading Tigers swept the two-game series.

They have won five straight, the latest victory coming while star Miguel Cabrera was out of the lineup, a day after aggravating an injury.

CLEVELAND — Carlos Santana’s leadoff home run in the 10th inning sent the Cleveland Indians over the Chicago White Sox for their seventh straight win.

Santana hit a 3-2 pitch from Dylan Axelrod (3-7) into the right field seats for Cleveland’s ninth walkoff win of the season.

Chris Perez (4-1) hit Adam Dunn with a pitch with two outs in the 10th, but struck out Paul Konerko to end the inning as Chicago lost its sixth straight game.

Diamondbacks 7, Rays 0 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Wade Miley pitched two-hit ball into the seventh inning and Eric Chavez drove in three runs, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks over Tampa Bay. Paul Goldschmidt hit his 24th homer, scored three runs and reached base four times.

Cody Ross had three straight hits and drove in two runs as Arizona broke a three-game losing streak.

Miley (8-8) won for the fourth time in five starts. He struck out eight in 6 1-3 innings and walked five.

Orioles acquire Norris from Astros

BY DAVID GINSBURG Associated Press

BALTIMORE — Bud Norris walked down the hall to his new team, the Baltimore Orioles, and stepped right into the middle of a pennant race.

Norris was dealt from the Houston Astros to the Orioles on Wednesday, a move that enables Baltimore to fortify a rotation that will be without injured Jason Hammel for at least the next two weeks.

Baltimore sent outfielder L.J. Hoes and left-handed prospect Josh Hader to the Astros for Norris, a 28-year-old right-hander whose $3 million salary was the highest on a roster filled with young players.

“We’ve been trying to bolster our pitching staff, and in Bud Norris we have a pitcher that can give us some quality innings,” said Dan Duquette, Orioles executive vice president of baseball operations. “He’s been a very dependable pitcher for Houston over the course of his career.”

The Astros and Orioles were in the middle of a three-game series as the non-waiver trade deadline expired. So Norris packed up his gear and made his way a few hundred yards through the bowels of Camden Yards to the home clubhouse to begin the next chapter of his big league career.

In the process, he left the team with the worst record in the majors to a club seeking a second straight trip to the playoffs.

Baltimore sent outfielder L.J. Hoes and left-handed prospect Josh Hader to the Astros for Norris, a 28-year-old right-hander whose $3 million salary was the highest on a roster filled with young players.

“I’m excited for the future,” Norris said. “I pitched my way into this situation to be traded and help out a team.

This (Baltimore) team is a young club, they know how to contend. They had an amazing year last year.

I just want to be any piece of the puzzle I can to help this team keep pushing to the World Series.”

In his fifth big league season, Norris is 6-9 with a 3.93 ERA in 21 starts this year. He has a lifetime record of 34-46 and is under team control through 2015.

“He’s competitive, a strike-thrower. He has a nice approach,” Orioles manager Buck Showalter said. “He’s been healthy, and he competes. I like that fact that he gets after it. He’ll have some challenges ahead of him, but he’s not the only guy that’s got to do well for us to be more competitive.”

Baltimore began the day five games out of first place in the AL East and in the thick of the wildcard chase. Norris was the third pitching addition the Orioles have made via trade in July; previously they obtained Scott Feldman and Francisco Rodriguez.

“I really thought once

they got Scott Feldman my chances went down,” Norris said. “But obviously we got a couple guys now.”

The Orioles didn’t say when Norris would make his debut. He was scratched from his scheduled start Tuesday and couldn’t wait to get started with Baltimore.

“I’m pretty fresh,” said Norris.

He could fill in for Hammel, who was slated to start Saturday against Seattle. Hammel has a strained flexor muscle in his right arm and was placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday. He is 7-8 with a 5.20 ERA in 21 starts, but winless since May 27.

“Honestly, until the MRI comes back I don’t know how to describe it other than that it’s tight,” he said. “Sometimes it feels like it grabs when I throw. It’s not like a pinch, but I think tightness is the one thing we can label it as. It’s not allowing me to fully extend when I pitch.”

Hoes was one of the Orioles top prospects. A third round pick in 2008, Hoes was hitting .304 for Triple-A Norfolk before being recalled on Sunday by the Orioles.

He was in Baltimore’s starting lineup Wednesday. Then, after the trade, Hoes was inserted into Houston’s starting lineup.

“It’s not every day that you show up to a major league ballpark and look at the opposing team’s lineup and see someone in the lineup playing left field for that team, then an hour later he’s been traded and is now on your team and is playing right field,” Houston manager Bo Porter said.

For Hoes, the walk down the hall was bittersweet. He grew up in the District of Columbia and now lives in Maryland, so Baltimore was quite familiar to him. But in Houston, he will receive more playing time.

“I kind of got my dream come true the other day, getting to start for the hometown team,” Hoes said. “Now, getting traded and going to the opposite dugout and locker room, I’m going to be able to make another start tonight and play against the Orioles. It’s different. I never saw it coming, but it’s part of the game, it’s part of life.”

For the Astros, the rebuilding process continues.

“Whenever you lose your opening day starter, and a guy that’s been our best pitcher all year, it’s definitely a blow to the ballclub,” Porter said. “I think we have enough young pitching in our organization that we feel comfortable moving forward that we can replace those starts the rest of the year.”

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Pittsburgh Pirates’ Starling Marte scores from third on a sacrifice fly by Andrew McCutchen in the fifth inning as St. Louis Cardinals catcher Tony Cruz (48) waits for the late relay throw Wednesday in Pittsburgh.

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Locke’s rapid ascension from fifth starter to All-Star has fueled Pittsburgh’s relentless pursuit of the Cardinals, but St. Louis spent four innings pecking away at the left-hander’s usually deft mix of breaking balls.

The Cardinals came in hitting just .155 (30-194) during their late-July swoon but peppered Locke for 10 hits, the most he has given up in 31 career starts.

They came in various shapes and sizes, from a hard-hit double by Beltran in the fourth to a swinging bunt by David Descalso that traveled 20 feet. Locke tied a season high by giving up four runs. He struck out six and walked one as his ERA rose from 2.15 to 2.36.

Wainwright, however, couldn’t take advantage of the first signs of life by the St. Louis offense in a week. Every time the

Cardinals would push in front, the Pirates would chip away, eventually tying it on a sacrifice fly by Andrew McCutchen in the fifth. It marked the third straight day the Pirates produced a run on a sac fly after failing to do so for nearly two months.

Wainwright allowed four runs on eight hits, striking out six and walking one in seven innings.

NOTES: The Pirates placed reserve C Mike McKenry on the 15-day disabled after he underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee. Rookie Tony Sanchez, Pittsburgh’s top pick in the 2009 draft, will serve as the primary backup to Martin for the rest of the season ... The series concludes Thursday with Pittsburgh’s Charlie Morton (3-2, 3.59 ERA) facing Joe Kelly (1-3 3.44). The Pirates are 5-1 in Morton’s last six starts.

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BY CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press

Dear Mr. Berko: I’ve enclosed the names of five stocks I have personally researched. I have $20,000 to invest, and my goal is principal safety first and then good income and then growth. Please tell me how much to invest in each of these issues.

L.M. Columbus, Ohio Dear L.M.: Ares Capital (ARCC-$17.62) was founded in early 2004 and came public at $15 in October. This is a closed-end, non-diversified investment management company that puts its money in non-syndicated, senior debt, mezzanine debt and noncontrol equity investments. Its focus is middle-market companies with annual earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization between $10 million and $250 million. The $1.52 Malcolm dividend, yielding 8.8 percent, was Berko | minimally affected during the most recent recession. And a steady share value during the past five years suggests that ARCC is one of the most stable business development companies in the BDC sector. Its huge $60 billion loan portfolio had minimal slippage during the recession and easily outperformed its peers. Morgan Stanley, UBS and Barclays have “outperform” rankings on ARCC. The dividend is likely to be raised this year, so buy 300 shares.

National Grid PLC (NGG-$59.07) is an electric and gas utility company that is home-ported across the pond in the U.K. This $22 billion-revenue company owns and operates high-voltage electricity transmission networks in New York, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Canada.

NGG also owns enormous storage facilities of liquefied natural gas in the U.K. and electricity interconnectors in France and the Netherlands. It owns and operates the electricity transmission system in England and Wales and operates the national gas transmission pipelines in all of Great Britain. The company has strong earnings and a current $4.02 dividend, yielding 7.1 percent, and it has a good record of annual increases. Reuters, Bank of New York Mellon and Zacks Investment Research all recommend the company. Buy 100 shares.

Telefonica Brasil (VIV-$22.48) is a $17 billionrevenue company that provides fixed-line telecommunications, broadband Internet and pay TV services to 41 million Brazilians. In the past 10 years, revenues have grown fourfold; debt has increased sixfold; earnings have improved from $1.22 to $2.04 a share; and the average share price has doubled. But VIV’s $1.54 dividend, which yields 7.1 percent, is less today than it was a decade ago, and it is as flighty as the country’s politics. Reuters ranks VIV as “outperform.” Market Edge ranks it as “avoid.” And Bank of America is neutral. Frankly, I wouldn’t touch this issue with a very long oar. VIV is not an investment but a rank speculation, like most things in South America. As they say in Portuguese, “esquece-lo.”

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CM$75.88), a $12 billion-revenue bank founded in 1867 and headquartered in Toronto, has not been one of the better-managed banks north of the equator. There are only 25 domestic banks in Canada (whereas there are perhaps more than 5,000 in the U.S.), and CM doesn’t butter my bagel. Revenues basically have not changed in the past decade. Profit margins stink. Earnings have been stormy. Those in management seem to have been drunk at the switch. (Perhaps they couldn’t find it.) However, dividend growth has been attractive, and revenues and earnings for this year and 2014 look good. And there’s a good possibility the $3.65 dividend, which yields 5 percent, will be increased. I have passiveaggressive feelings about this bank, but they’re mostly passive, as I believe there are much better fish in the sea.

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners (KMP-$85.08) is the largest midstream energy company in North America, with more than 80,000 miles of pipe connected to 180 terminals. Acquisitions and smart management are likely to ensure continued revenue and distribution growth. Revenues have grown each year since 1994 and are expected to come in at $13.7 billion next year. Dividends (distributions) have increased steadily every year, and in 2014, KMP expects to pay out $5.56 a share, 95 percent of which is not taxable. This year’s $5.20 dividend yields 6.1 percent. And there’s even an unfounded rumor that the share will split 2-for-1. Argus Research Co., Merrill Lynch and Oppenheimer recommend the stock. So put 100 shares of KMP in your portfolio.

Please address your financial questions to Malcolm Berko, P.O. Box 8303, Largo, Fla. 33775, or email him at mjberko@yahoo.com. © 2013, Creators.com

WASHINGTON — A key government report and a statement from the Federal Reserve made clear Wednesday that the U.S. economy still needs help.

The economy grew at a lackluster 1.7 percent annual rate in the AprilJune quarter, the Commerce Department said.

That was better than a revised 1.1 percent rate for the first quarter but still far too sluggish to quickly reduce unemployment.

The Fed’s statement suggested it’s too early to signal a pullback in its $85 billion a month in Treasury and mortgage bond purchases.

The bond purchases have been intended to keep long-term interest rates down to spur borrowing and spending and invigorate the economy.

In a statement after a policy meeting, Fed policymakers slightly downgraded their assessment of the economy. They also noted that mortgage rates, which have helped drive home sales, have risen from record lows.

And the Fed noted that inflation has remained consistently below its 2 percent target and is still a potential threat to the economy. Continued stimulus by the central bank could lead to higher

Fed pledge leads surge in market

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— Pointed out that inflation has fallen “persistently below” its 2 percent target. The Fed’s bond purchases could help stop inflation from falling so low that it could pose a threat to the economy.

Taken together, such factors could cause the Fed to delay any pullback in its bond buying beyond September. September is when many economists have thought the Fed would start to slow its purchases because of a strengthening economy.

“I don’t think the Fed will be ready” to slow its bond purchases in September,” said Brian Bethune, an economics professor at Westmont College in Santa Barbara,

inflation.

Some economists said they thought the Fed was now less likely to start scaling back its bond buying in September, when many analysts have said it would probably do so.

December may now be a more likely time for the Fed to taper its purchases — if the economy shows consistent gains in the second half of the year.

“This is a step back from taper talk, though not the final word,” said Paul Edelstein, an economist at IHS Global Insight.

The Fed, like many private economists, expects growth to accelerate later this year.

Job gains have been steady, and auto and home sales strong. The economic drag from federal spending cuts that kicked in this year is also expected to ease.

“We continue to anticipate a meaningful acceleration in the economy in the back half of the year,” said Joseph LaVorgna, an economist at Deutsche Bank.

A key indicator will

come Thursday, when the Institute for Supply Management issues its U.S. manufacturing index for July. Manufacturing appears to be rebounding after slumping earlier this year.

The Fed will pay even closer attention to the employment report for July, which will be issued Friday. It’s expected to show that employers added a solid 183,000 jobs.

The unemployment rate is forecast to dip to a stillhigh 7.5 percent from 7.6 percent.

US judge strikes Fed’s cap on debit card ‘swipe’ fees

BY MARCY GORDON

Associated Press

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NEW YORK — After a day of stalled rallies, the stock market closed out July with its best monthly gain since January.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 index ended the month 4.95 percent higher. That’s the biggest increase since January, when it rose 5.04 percent.

The Dow Jones industrial average also had its best month since January.

Markets surged in July after Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke assured investors that the central bank wouldn’t pull back on its stimulus program until the economy was strong enough. The central bank is buying $85 billion of bonds a month to keep down interest rates to encourage borrowing and hiring.

On Wednesday, the Fed reaffirmed its commitment to support the economy in a statement released after the end of a two-day meeting.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 index ended little changed at 1,685.73. The Dow Jones industrial average ended the day 21 points lower, or 0.1 percent, at 15,499.54.

The Nasdaq composite gained 9.90 points, or 0.7 percent, to 3,626.37.

WASHINGTON — A federal judge has struck down a rule setting a cap on the fees that banks can charge merchants for handling debit card purchases. He said the Federal Reserve didn’t have the authority to set the limit the way it did in 2011, improperly including data that made the cap too high.

The ruling by U.S. District Court Judge Richard Leon on Wednesday handed a victory to a coalition of retail groups — which are seeking a lower cap — and a setback to banks. The retail groups had sued the Fed over its setting the cap at an average of about 24 cents per debit-card transaction.

The previously unregulated “swipe” fee averaged 44 cents. The Fed initially proposed a 12-cent cap, and the retailers had argued that the Fed buckled under pressure from bank lobbyists when it set the cap at double that level.

The Fed now must craft a new rule. The current one will remain in effect in the meantime.

“We are reviewing the judge’s opinion,” Fed spokeswoman Barbara Hagenbaugh said.

The cap is the firstever limit on debit card fees. Before it took effect in October 2011, banks had negotiated such fees with merchants. A big chain like Starbucks would likely get a better rate than a local coffee shop because it handles more customers. The fees were typically based on a percentage of the

Dim outlook could mean longer bond buying

WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve stopped short of signaling any timetable Wednesday for slowing its bond buying.

Instead, it dropped hints that it might need to maintain its $85 billion a month in bond purchases, which have helped keep long-term borrowing rates ultra-low.

In a statement after a two-day policy meeting the Fed: — Slightly downgraded its assessment of economic growth from “moderate” to “modest.”

— Noted for the first time that mortgage rates, which have fueled home sales, “have risen somewhat” from record lows.

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Jeff Caldwell, 29, a chassis assembly line supervisor, checks a vehicle May 8 on the assembly line at the Chrysler Jefferson North Assembly plant in Detroit. The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that the U.S. economy grew only 1.7 percent in the April-June quarter.

Calif. “Not only is growth running below their target, but inflation is below where they would like it to be.”

The Fed does expect growth to pick up in the second half of the year.

But it doesn’t appear ready to assume it will.

Investors offered a muted reaction to the Fed’s policy statement.

The Dow Jones industrial average rose 73 points an hour after the statement was released at 2 p.m.

Eastern time. It had been up 13 points moments before.

The yield on the 10-year Treasury note fell to 2.62 percent from 2.66 percent just before the announcement.

Associated Press

A customer uses a Bank of America ATM on July 16 in downtown Charlotte, N.C. A federal judge struck down a rule setting a cap on the fees that banks can charge merchants for handling debit card purchases, saying the Federal Reserve didn’t have the authority to set the limit in 2011. purchase price.

The Fed rule was called for by the 2010 financial overhaul law, which was enacted in response to the 2008 crisis. But Leon said in his ruling that the Fed disregarded Congress’s intent in passing the law by “inappropriately inflating all debitcard transaction fees by billions of dollars and failing to provide merchants with multiple unaffiliated networks for each debit-card transaction.”

The retailers’ lawsuit maintained that the cap is an “unreasonable interpretation” that exceeds the authority given to the Fed by the 2010 law. It also asserted that the Fed wrongly inter-

preted a provision of the law that requires that merchants have a choice of which bank network handles their transactions.

Leon agreed with the retailers’ complaint that the Fed had deviated from the law’s intent by factoring banks’ expenses into the cap that the law didn’t allow. He noted in the ruling that the Fed changed its earlier view that the only costs that should be considered were those involved in the authorization, clearing and settlement of a transaction.

Instead, the ruling said, the Fed added costs such as losses from fraud that were outside the scope of the law.

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Barnes & Noble CEO William Lynch resigns just weeks after reporting continuing losses in the February-April quarter.

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InfPrtAdm 26.47 +.14 -5.9 InstIdxI 154.55 ... +25.0 InstTStPl 38.53 +.02 +26.9 IntlGrAdm 66.19 +.06 +22.2 LTGradeAd 9.88 +.02 -5.9 LifeCon 17.57 +.01 +7.9 LifeGro 25.74 +.02 +18.5 LifeMod 21.99 +.01 +13.1 MidCpAdml 124.45 +.37 +32.1 MuIntAdml 13.72 ... -1.5 MuLtdAdml 11.01 -.01 +.2 MuShtAdml 15.84 -.01 +.4 PrmcpAdml 88.28 -.01 +30.4 REITIdxAd 98.26 -1.58 +7.8 STGradeAd 10.69 ... +1.5 SmCpIdAdm 47.94 +.13 +35.2 Star 22.55 +.03 +15.4 TgtRe2015 14.31 +.01 +11.7 TgtRe2020 25.87 +.01 +14.0 TgtRe2030 26.01 +.01 +18.1 TgtRe2035 15.86 +.01 +20.0 TgtRe2040 26.28 +.01 +21.2 TgtRe2045 16.50 +.01 +21.3 TgtRetInc 12.40 +.01 +5.1 Tgtet2025 14.94 +.01 +16.0 TotBdAdml 10.67 +.01 -2.0 TotIntl 15.35 ... +18.1 TotStIdx 42.50 +.02 +26.6 WellsIAdm 60.74 +.07 +7.9 WelltnAdm 64.98 +.13 +17.4 WndsIIAdm 62.03 +.12 +27.0 Wndsr 18.60 +.04 +35.5 Virtus EmgMktsIs 9.81 -.01 +4.6 Yacktman Focused d 24.65 ... +25.0 Yacktman d 23.02 +.01 +25.8

5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel

MONTH Sep 13 Dec 13 Mar 14 May 14 Jul 14 Sep 14 Dec 14 Mar 15 May 15

OPEN

HIGH 665.75 679.25 690 695.50 691.50 697.25 704

LOW 653.50 665.75 676.50 682.75 679.75 693.50

SETTLE 664.25 677 687.75 693 689 695.25 695.25 713 713

CHG. +9 +9.25 +9.75 +8.75 +8 +7.75 +7.75 +10 +10

SETTLE 428.00 405.20 369.00 364.90 364.70 364.20 363.30 364.60 362.20

CHG. -1.20 ... +.40 +1.00 ... ... ... ... ...

Soybean Meal 100 tons- dollars per ton

YESTERDAY: Sales: 199,712 Open Interest: 1,169,039, t -806.00 SETTLE

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YESTERDAY: Sales: 100,187 Open Interest: 405,019, s +2089.00

Corn 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel

YESTERDAY: Sales: 1,603 Open Interest: 10,909, s +276.00 MONTH OPEN HIGH LOW 15.900

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YESTERDAY: Sales: 13,905 Open Interest: 169,378, s +2200.00 SETTLE 1374 1249.75 1206.25 1211 1212.75 1212.75 1217 1207 1192.50

2,000 CWT- dollars per CWT

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GOLD $1,312.40

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Stocks ended mixed Wednesday, even as investors got new reassurance from the Fed that the central bank will keep buying bonds to help bolster the economy. The Fed also slightly downgraded its assessment of the economy's growth in the first half of the year.

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YESTERDAY: Sales: 73,687 Open Interest: 262,248, t -2737.00

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OPEN 430.90 405.10 368.20 363.90 362.50 364.00 363.00 361.80 360.40

HIGH 431.40 406.00 371.20 367.10 367.70 367.00 366.30 367.70 365.60

LOW 423.50 399.60 366.00 361.00 361.70 361.20 360.10 361.80 360.40

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BY HOLIDAY MATHIS

People with a calling often insist that everyone has a calling. But what about when you can’t hear the call? Assume that it’s time to have fun. The Gemini moon encourages conversation, sharing and taking part in games.

ARIES (MARCH 21-APRIL 19).

The fast lane forces everyone to go fast because traffic will endanger you if you don’t. Because you prefer to go at your own speed, getting out of the fast lane may be wise.

TAURUS (APRIL 20-MAY 20).

The things that scare you might be worth doing.

You’re in a particularly bold mood today and are likely to leap from the high dive into the warm swimming pool of life.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 21).

You don’t mind if your loved ones get a little bossy or speak to you in an intimate kind of shorthand that’s less than polite. But if it happens more than not, start sticking up for yourself.

CANCER (JUNE 22-JULY 22). In order to act when it’s time,

ZIGGY

you have to know when it’s time. Trust yourself. There is temptation to move too soon or late, but only if you don’t trust yourself.

LEO (JULY 23-AUG. 22). You may wish for a laboratory to try out your ideas. This could be as simple as a table and a few supplies or as elaborate as a fully staffed company. It begins with today’s wish.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (AUG. 1). In September, you’ll be where you planned. Relationships shift to accommodate new needs in November. Pisces and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 4, 1, 2, 30 and 16.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22).

You’d rather be anonymous than have to think about everything you say and how it might be construed and what it will look like to others if you’re simply yourself.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 23). Your courtesy will bring you to the top. You’re being considered for the position you deserve, and you didn’t have to brag to get here.

BY DEAN YOUNG & JOHN MARSHALL

BLONDIE

SCORPIO (OCT. 24-NOV. 21).

Today something impulsive in you wants to put it all on the line. It might be argued that by risking everything you are making sure that you have fully lived.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 22-DEC. 21). You’re not about to count your blessings until the end game is upon you, and even then you won’t really know. So instead SHOE you’ll enjoy what is.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 22-JAN. 19). Aim high and usually your arrow still winds up at ground level. The view it will witness between the sky and dirt will be broader and more interesting.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 20-FEB. 18).

An imaginary encounter with yourself will be better than an encounter with the one you think is standing in your way. Move yourself out of the way.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCH 20). GARFIELD You don’t need a written agenda for this day to go smoothly, but it wouldn’t hurt. You’ll save yourself time because writing helps you remember key details.

BY TOM WILSON & TOM II CLOSE TO HOME

BY CHRIS CASSATT & GARY BROOKINS

BY JIM DAVIS

BY JOHN MC PHERSON

BY RICK KIRKMAN & JERRY SCOTT

BABY BLUES

ZITS

MARY WORTH

THE WIZARD OF ID

CLASSIC PEANUTS

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BY JERRY SCOTT & JIM BORGMAN HAGAR

BY TOM ARMSTRONG

BY KAREN MOY AND JOE GIELLA MARVIN

BY BRANT PARKER & JOHNNY HART SNUFFY SMITH

BY JOHN ROSE

BY CHARLES M. SCHULZ CROSSWORD

BY KEVIN FAGAN

CRYPTOQUIP

LOLA

BY TODD CLARK

The Cryptoquip is a substitution cipher in which one letter stands for another. If you think that X equals O, it will equal O throughout the puzzle. Single letters, short words and words using an apostrophe give you clues to locating vowels. Solution is by trial and error. ©2013 by King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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Guy pushes blues Star Trek ship lands in Houston to radio directors

BY RAMIT PLUSHNICK-MASTI Associated Press

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Buddy Guy knows that blues music isn’t the taste of today’s youth, but the Chicago guitar legend wants to show directors at radio stations and aspiring musicians that the classic sound is still alive with his new album, “Rhythm & Blues.”

“I’m not saying play the blues every day like everything else,” said Guy, who released the album Tuesday, the same day he turned 77. “Just play the blues two or three times

a week and I’ll be happy with that.

Guy is looking to make a hit by infusing his down-home country blues sound with top acts from the rock and country music realm. The double album includes guest appearances from Kid Rock, Keith Urban, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Beth Hart and Gary Clark Jr. Guy said there are a few acts keeping the blues sound alive. Clark Jr. and guitarist Quinn Sullivan may be the key to “wake up” the genre, Guy said.

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Solution for last game

HOUSTON — When the smoke cleared and the music died down, Candy Torres could no longer contain herself.

Looking at the shiny, restored Star Trek Galileo shuttlecraft sitting in Houston in all its TV glory, she broke down.

“All of a sudden I was just crying. I was in tears.

I couldn’t believe it,” Torres said, donning a brown tourist engineer hat and a NASA mission operations shirt. “It meant something.”

And Torres wasn’t alone. Trekkies of all stripes arrived in Houston Wednesday for the momentous unveiling of the shuttlecraft that crash-landed on a hostile planet in the 1967 “Star Trek” episode called “The

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The restored space shuttle Galileo from the 1960s television show “Star Trek” is unveiled Wednesday at Space Center Houston.

Galileo Seven.” Some wore Scotty’s Repair Shop T-shirts, others fullblown spandex outfits worn by Mr. Spock and his peers in the famous TV show and movies that have garnered a following so large and so devoted it is almost cult-like.

Adam Schneider paid $61,000 for the battered

shuttlecraft in an auction and spent about a year restoring the fiberglass ship and making it look nearly as it did on that episode. He flew in from New York to mark the unveiling at the Space Center Houston, where it will be permanently displayed not far from NASA’s Mission Control.

““Like sending your kid to college and having them get a job to build a successful life, because this was under our care for a year and we grew very attached,” he said, beaming alongside the white shuttle.

Jeff Langston, 45, drove more than 160 miles from Austin with his two sons to see the moment. He and his 12-year-old son, Pearce, wore matching red Scotty’s Repair Shop T-shirts.

His 10-year-old son, Neo, couldn’t find his shirt, but that didn’t put a damper on the moment.

“It was very exciting,” Neo said, bouncing on his feet. “When they filmed ‘Star Trek’ the Galileo was cool and now that they remade it, it’s cool to see a new version of the Galileo. And it’s beautiful.”

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BY STEVE BECKER

THURSDAY EVENING TV 4 PM 2-KTEJ 3-WREG 5-WMC 9-KAIT 10-VTN 12-WKNO 13-WHBQ 16-WGN-A 17-TBS 21-CW 28-TNT 29-FX 30-LIFE 32-ESPN 33-ESPN2 34-FSSW 35-FAM 36-SPIKE 37-TLC 38-COM 40-AMC 41-USA 42-SYFY 43-NICK 44-A&E 45-DISN 46-MTV 47-DISC 51-HIST 59-TCM 340-HBO 300-ENC 380-SHOW 360-MAX 410-STARZ

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DEAR ABBY: I travel a lot in my work with animal protection. Often I’ll encounter dogs and cats in distress as soon as I reach the airport.

Distracted by their own thoughts, their owners seldom realize they’re upsetting the pets they’re carrying through the terminal.

Animal carriers are carelessly swung to and fro, banged against counters, chairs and onto the floor. Cat or dog shoulder bags are dangled at angles that make it impossible for the animal inside to balance. These poor pets can be confused, dizzy and suffer from motion sickness before the flight even takes off.

Traveling is stressful enough for animals. So please, everyone — if you fly with an animal companion, keep it foremost in your thoughts. Use a sturdy, well-ventilated carrier, preferably one with wheels, that’s designed for animals and to fit under your seat.

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— Animal Lover In Washington, D.C. DEAR ANIMAL

LOVER: Thank you for the heads up.

In case someone’s pet might have other Abigail issues while Van Buren | traveling, it’s always a good idea to talk about it with a veterinarian before embarking. (Sorry, I couldn’t resist.)

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DEAR ABBY: I’m a 19-year-old guy, and for as long as I can remember my parents have yelled at me. It lasts for hours at a time at night after they come home from work almost every day. It’s never about me doing something bad, but how I never do anything up to their expectations.

I don’t know if they’re right or wrong, but it makes me depressed and I have been thinking about suicide. I have never been able to have an opinion of my own because as soon as I had one my parents would yell at me all over again and call me “stupid and retarded.”

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With the constant verbal battering you’re receiving, it’s no wonder you’re depressed.

Harming yourself is not the answer to your problem. Because you have reached the point of wanting to hurt yourself, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The number is 800784-2433. A counselor there can direct you to the help you need. You may have to build your self-esteem from the ground up, but the effort will be well worth it. My thoughts are with you.

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DEAR ABBY: A few months ago my mother joined Facebook, and I readily accepted her friend request. I’m a 30-something IT specialist, but Mom is new to the Internet.

There are times I

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I have told Mom in private and public discussions that she owes someone an apology, but she shrugs it off.

Am I wrong for asking her to respect my friends, and would you suggest I “unfriend” my mother until she learns proper Internet etiquette?

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AUSTIN, Texas — Author John Graves, whose 1960 book “Goodbye to a River” and authentic depictions of rural Texas made him one of the state’s most celebrated and beloved writers, has died. He was 92.

Graves died Wednesday at his home near Glen Rose, said W.K. “Kip” Stratton, president of the Texas Institute of Letters.

Stratton said Graves had been in declining health since breaking his hip several years ago.

Graves was best known for “Goodbye to a River,” a memoir of a canoe trip down the Brazos River that chronicled nature in masterful language and used history and philosophy to capture a sense of place. It has endured as one of the most acclaimed books about Texas and was nominated for a National Book Award.

Graves also wrote “Hard Scrabble” in 1974 and “From a Limestone Ledge” in 1980. The books became known as his “Brazos Trilogy.” His fans included former first lady Laura Bush, who often listed “Goodbye to a River” as one of her favorites.

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Jonesboro Sun

518 Carson Street, Jonesboro AR Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

The Jonesboro Sun seeks a versatile managing editor. This is a fulltime position that reports directly to the editor. Primary duties will involve editing copy, dealing with news department personnel, with emphasis on working with the reporting staff by making assignments, covering beats, producing content for special sections and seeing that the assignments are completed properly.

The ME will also contribute a minimum of one editorial or column per week.

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism. Substantial daily newspaper experience of at least seven years preferred — a significant portion of which should have been as a reporter and a significant portion as an editor. Strong supervisory skills and the ability to work well under the press of a deadline.

To apply, email your resume to: Chris Wessel, editor, at cwessel@jonesborosun.com, or send it to: 518 Carson St. Jonesboro, Ar., 72401.

Please include writing samples and references.

Paxton Media Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 1, 2013

www.jonesborosun.com

BUY • SELL • CALL DENVER

denver.dudley@coldwellbanker.com

George Kaloghirou 870-897-4771

Your Red Wolves Connection

Real Estate Centre

Stephanie Mcdaniel

2532 Alexander Dr., Ste. B, Jonesboro, AR 72401 870-931-9090

870.926.5535 stephaniesellsjonesboro.com

Phyllis New Executive Broker

#1 LIGHTING/ Showroom now hiring fulltime additional Sales Staff. A p p l y a t T h e Lamp Outlet, 10186 Hwy 63, Bono. Or fax resume 870-932-9922

AUTO BODY technicians.

Frame, Body, Mechanical and Paint. Apprentice and experienced.

Stadium Auto Body, Jonesboro

CAN YOU DIG IT? Heavy Equipment Operato r Training! 3 Week Hands On Program. Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators.

Lifetime Job Placement A s s i s t a n c e . N a t i o n al Certifications. VA Benefits Eligible! 1-866-3626497

EXPERIENCED BARTENDER needed: Apply

0232 General Help HOUSEKEEPING

FLETCHER Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Jonesboro is looking for a full-time person to maintenance, clean, and housekeep the dealership. Benefits available and competitive pay.

Please apply in person to Randy. No phone calls please.

Fletcher Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Jonesboro 3314 Stadium Blvd Jonesboro, AR

NOW HIRING For Fall Harvest Need full-time and part-time

Experienced Farm Employees

0232 General Help PART-TIME opportunity helping with newspaper deliveries. Weekends and early morning hours required. Flexibility a plus. Must have a positive and cooperative attitude, valid driver’s license, current vehicle insurance and a clean driving record.

Please complete an application at: The Sun, 518 Carson, Jonesboro, AR or email resume to: lhouseholder@jonesbor osun.com. No phone calls please.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT company looking for help in all areas of maintenance department. Positions available in general maintenance, painting and housekeeping. Must have good driving record and able to pass drug screen. Pay based on experience. Reply to Job 385 c/o The Sun PO Box 9034 Jonesboro, AR 72403

for Grain Cart Driver, in person at the VFW, Truck Driver, Combine 300 North Airport Rd, Driver. Good pay, must be able to pass drug Jonesboro. test. Call between 3pm-5pm.

FULL-TIME position in 870-974-1101 Collections: Must be dependable, self starter, and work independently. Please fax re- NEED SOMEONE to work SERVICE TECHNICIAN sume to 870-933-6842 one on one with conneeded for year round sumer with develop- p o s i t i o n . W o r k i n g NOW HIRING at Elite mental disability in the knowledge of plumbStaffing in Paragould, home and community ing, electrical, & genergeneral labor for local on daily living skills in al carpentry skills helpcompany, Call now for Rector. Lifting required. ful. Apply at: i m m e d i a t e e m p l o y - P l e a s e a p p l y a t Arkansas Pools & Spas m e n t 8 7 0 - 2 3 6 - 8 8 0 5 . www.jonesborojobs.org 3413 Southwest Dr. or your local Arkansas Jonesboro W o r k f o c e S e r v i c e s . or email resume to: NEED SOMEONE to work When applying, refer to jpayne@arpoolspa.com one on one with adult female in her home and position #607 (Abilities IMME D IAT E O PEN I NG : Unlimited). community in ParagService and installation ould Tuesday through crew. Must have valid Friday. Use of lift and didriver's license. Conapering required. struction experience a Please apply at plus but not required. www.jonesborojobs.org Apply in person at or your local Arkansas Cupples Signs, 208 Workforce Services.

Jones Road in ParagWhen applying, refer to position #659 (Abilities PART-TIME Customer ould. No phone calls Service position avail- please.

Unlimited). able.

SIDING HELP needed.

Hours 6am-Noon HELP WANTED: CMC Minimum 5 years experSaturday, Sunday; Farms has open posiience, pay based on ex11am-5pm Monday tion for OTR Driver, two perience. Only hand and Friday. years experience retools and transportaquired. Great Pay. New Reply to Job 384 P.O. tion required. 662-2312013 Freightliner Coron- Box 9034 Jonesboro, 9427. ado's, all agricultural. AR 72403 TAKE CHARGE Master Call: 870-215-5605, fax: 870-539-1041, or email: PERSONAL ASSISTANT Electrician needed for mccoytrucks@gmail.co entrusted with wide expanding department.

Must have leadership m. variety of tasks. A valability. Job Manageued efficient employee ment experience reNOW HIRING: shift lead- is needed. Organization quired. Excellent pay. ers. Apply Papa Johns ready. Pay weekly, conImmediate start. Apply Paragould at 1518 West tact jeffgarrett587@yaat 1906 Amanda Street, hoo.com Court.

Jonesboro. Mon-Thurs, 7:30am-10:30am.

APPLY TODAY!

OPEN HOUSES

THURSDAY NIGHT • AUGUST 1

5:00 PM-7:00 PM

5524 Timber Creek Southbend Subdivision Host: Kevin Lyles

2115 Browns Lane G-4 Windwood Condos Host: Lee Aspinwall

is needing

Class A CDL drivers

for OTR. Please call Billy or Alicia

870-227-3584, 870-227-3583.

COMPANY DRIVERS & OWNER OPERATORS WANTED! No touch fre ig ht, 90 % d rop & hook, dedicated opportunities available. Call 888-710-8707 Also seeking Recent Grads. Call Lavonna 877-440-7890.

A p p l y o n l i n e : www.driveforpamtrans port.com DRIVERS – APPLY NOW! 13 Drivers needed, Top 5% Pay & Benefits, Class A CDL required. 877258-8782. www.AdDrivers.com DRIVERS - BLYTHEVILLE, Ar. Short Haul & Long Haul Positions Available!

Dump and Flatbed Exp. preferred. Apply in Person (Beelman Truck Co., 5303 North County Road 909, Blytheville, or Apply online at www.beel man.com Call Today!

618-646-5384

PETS

870-935-5525

FARM

0410 Farm Market Farm Produce

BIG PEACHES 9:30 Daily Swihart Orchard, Leachville. 870-539-6991 (It Rained!)

0430 Feed/Fertilizer

ful, $150 (both). 870-9336577

BLUE COUCH with recliners on both ends, excellent condition, $300.

LARGE BLUE recliner, excellent condition, $100.

LOVESEAT, OFF white with blur pattern, excellent condition, $75.

BLUE TV/ video chair, $15.

BLACK TV/ video chair, $10.

SEWING OR craft table, oak color, $50.

Can email pictures. Call 870-219-4549 BROYHILL BEDROOM suite: headboard, frame, queen size boxsprings and mattress, dresser with mirror, chest, nightstand- $350.

870-926-5804 CLAYTON MARCUS couch, asking $150.

TWO MATCHING chairs with ottoman, $45 each.

RECLINER, ASKING only $45.

All in excellent condition, free 5x7 area rug with purchase. 870-9357002 KING SIZED mattress and box springs, $100. Call 870-483-7025

0518 Electronics

MAPLE CHEST with 5 drawers in wonderful condition, brass Chippendale hardware on the pulls, and all slide open and close easily on a wood guide, can email pictures, $200.

MAPLE THREE drawer chest, can be used as large night stand, excellent condition, can email pictures, $200.

MAPLE NIGHTSTAND, 20in W x 16in D x 25in H, all wood construction, very good furniture, can email pictures, $100.

870-935-1482

NEW IPHONE 5 Otterbox, sealed in package, retail was $50 plus tax, selling for $35. Text or call 870-530-9955

METAL BUNK beds, full size on bottom, twin size on top, with mattresses, $200. 870-8090092

TRACTORS

40HP cab & air 25hp, 40hp, 50hp, 82hp Buy Now!!

870-239-5367 706 Hwy 49 N. Paragould, AR

MERCHANDISE

NEW, IN box, factory fresh unlocked GSM Android 4.2 1.2 GHz Quad Core CPU Smartphone with 4.7in Capacitive Touchscreen equipped with dual SIM, Wi-Fi, 3G, GPS, dual cameras and 8GB SD card, asking $370 FIRM. 870-275-9092

Lawn & Garden

0521 Equipment

RIDING MOWER MTD gold "08" model, 42in cut, 17.5 Briggs motor with oil filter, $425 OBO. 870-219-8659

TV CABINET, 56in x 52in tall, solid wood oak, 2 leaded glass doors, will hold 32in TV, great condition, $150 cash.

TWO WHITE painted wood bar stool chairs, $20 each.

870-931-6605 TWO PAIR of sofa pillows, $20 pair.

TABLE LAMP, brass, shade brass and glass, little boy and girl angels on each glass, $30.

BIG CHAIR cover, asking $2.

870-243-0838

$FASTCASH$ PRIVATE Collector Pays Top Dollar

Any Collection Any Condition

870-476-9467

75 Acres for Sale: Long Creek Lane in Poinsett County, 3.8 miles East of Grubbs.

Appraised Value is $3,400 per acre.

Appraisal is Available Upon Request

Call 501-327-1728

"BRAND NEW"

Rockport & Florsheim Mens Shoes.

Size 8 1/2 (Never Worn)

$25

pair ONLY (originally $100 ea.)

870-932-0361

"STANLEY PREMIUM"

Unique Antique Ceramic Table lamp

with bird details. $50.00 870-932-0361.

(35) CINDER Blocks, .

70¢ Each 870-761-0090 *REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL!* Get a whole-home Satellite system installed at NO COST and programming starting at $19.99/ mo. FREE HD /DVR Upgrade. CALL NOW 1-800-474-0423

Top $$$ PAID for Diamonds & Gold

ELECTRIC DRYER, excellent working condition, $100. Refrigerator, $150.

870-243-1221

OLD INDIAN Pottery Wanted. Collector buying pottery and artifact collections. 731-9674183 Tennesee.

WANTED TO buy: Good used 6 ft. box blade for my tractor. Call 2432030.

FINE CHINA!!!

White with silver trim.

"NEVER USED" (7) 12 piece place settings.

Many Extras.... Bowls, Silver salad bowl, Glasses. ONLY $250.

870-932-0361

FISHER PRICE musical horse on green stand, attached with toys, $20.

Like new. Call Linda in Weiner 870-684-7339

FREE ADS ARE BACK!!!

That's right..

Free ads run on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursday.

Your item or group of items must be for sale for one price $500 or

less.

Ads can be placed on our website at

www.jones borosun.com (see the FREE AD box) or Fill out a form in our office at 518 Carson

St, Jonesboro AR. Hours are MondayFriday 8:00- 5:00.

Ads cannot be placed over the phone.

FREESTONE PEACHES

932-1498

Made in America!!

Swihart Orchard Leachville 870-539-6991 Daily, 9:30AM

5X8 UTILITY Trailer with wood floor. Good con- GE SIDE by side refrigerdition. Pulls great. $400. ator, ice and water in 870-316-7255: door, $250. 870-809-0092 A WINNING MEMORY! Preserve that Special day! Reprints of published or unpublished photos are available now at our web site: www.jonesborosun.co m in our Photo Gallery under Features Call us at 935-5525 or email us at photo@jonesborosun.com for more information.

ANTIQUE HORSE harOFFICE DESK, credenza, n e s s H a m e s , c o t t o n chairs for sale. Cheap! scales, wash tub, all for See at Nettleton Auto $50.

Sales, 3333 E Nettleton, 870-275-7667 Jonesboro.

870-243-4496

Gold/Sliver Coins/Knives

www.jonesbororealtycompany.com

DISH TV Retailer -SAVE! Starting $19.99/ month (for 12 months.) FREE Premium Movie Channels. FREE Equipment, Installation & Activation.

CALL, COMPARE LOCAL DEALS! 1-800-278-8081

(870)897-0646

2201 Autumn Woodsprings Estates Host: Josh Olson

Josh Olson, Broker/Owner Jonesboro Realty Company cell: 870.243.3993 office: 870.932.0000

Need Extra Cash?

We Buy Junk cars & Trucks!

Wanted to 0554 Rent/Buy/Trade

2906 Audubon Windover Host: Preston King

Wanted to Misc. Items for 0554 Rent/Buy/Trade 0563 Sale

FERTILIZE SPREADER, ** ** asking $30.

LEAF BLOWER with bag2 FEMALE Tabby kittens ger, $45. free to good home. In T H R E E W E A D E A T E R S , Jonesboro. 870-203-9656 a s k i n g $ 1 0 e a c h .

870-243-0838 AKC YORKIE puppies, male and female, vet Sporting 0527 Goods checked.

573-354-2269 NICE GOLF clubs with Top dollar paid FREE LAB/ BOXER MIXED new bag, $40. 870-926Call Today puppies, approx 5 8171 weeks old. have first shots, 870-578-5007, 870268-2232.

TRACTOR TIRES 20.8x38 Guns REMINGTON 770 30-06 like new. Will pay in 0330 Pet Services with scope, like new, cash. 870-530-2233 $200. Call 870-761-0473 WANTED GOOD used DOG OBEDIENCE classes Pool Table. 870-930-5605 begin on Sept. 23 for dogs 4 months and up. 0533 Furniture Misc. Items for Call Dick Hefner for 2 CHERRY Nightstands, 0563 Sale more info 870-236-3452. 4 drawers, Very beauti-

FOTON

BEAN'S Tots and Toddlers is seeking qualified, friendly, creative, TRAILER patient, experienced MECHANIC Steel & Aluminum weld- child care workers. CDA ing experience a plus, preferred. Contact us not required. M-F, day 870-933-1989 ext 2. shift, benefits package.

LOOKING FOR someone Arkansas Trailer to babysit my 3yr old 8421 CW Post Rd Jonesboro, AR. twin boys at my home, Apply in person ONLY! starting August 19th, for 4 weeks. Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:30pm. Must 0240 Skilled Trade have references. 870BODY MAN for Parag- 680-7199 ould area. Combination Commission work. ExBusiness perience required. Call 0276 Opportunity 476-5407.

THE JONESBORO SUN has several delivery 0244 Trucking routes available in CLASS A CDL DRIVERS Walnut Ridge/ Great Home Time! BenePeach Orchard, fits & Safety Bonus & Wynne Available. Must have 1 year OTR in the last 3 Please call years. Call Dancor Transit Inc. @ 866-677-4333 www.dancortransit.co and ask to speak to a m district manager.

Lawn & Garden

0521 Equipment

0320 Cats/Dogs/Pets

DRIVERS- CRST offers the Best Lease Purchase Program! SIGN ON BONUS. No Down Payment or Credit Check.

Great Pay. Class-A CDL 0450 Livestock required. Owner Operators Welcome! Call: REGISTERED & COMMERCIAL VIRGIN ANGUS 866-261-6532 BULLS. Semen Checked, LOOKING FOR Class A L o w B W , E x c e l l e n t CDL Driver to run OTR. Growth, Milk, 16-22 Mo. Must have clean MVR. Old, $2300-$3000.

870-248-0713 Driver will work 10 to 14 870-219-5051 days out, 2-3 days in.

870-378-4935 Pay will be based on experience. Call 832-570-8748 0460 Horses 832-570-2256 FOR SALE: Quarter OWNER OPERATORS Horses 870-215-1060 needed with Flatbed. $500 sign-on bonus, exFarm cellent pay, no week- 0470 Equipment end hauls. Call Rick at All-In Trucking, 870-2433070

0264 Child Care

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Cell 870.761.7618

4X5 FERTILIZED net wrap hay $30. Delivery available. 870-869-2644/ 870844-0122

TRUCK DRIVER needed.

Flatbed exp required.

Excellent pay, no weekend hauls. Contact All-In Trucking 870-243-3070 870-275-3320

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To advertise here, please call Gena at 870-935-5525

0244 Trucking A & S Hauling

REALTOR

Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

These agents are ready to assist with all of your real estate needs.

0232 General Help

LIST YOUR HOME WITH DENVER

Denver Dudley 870-930-4042

AVAILABLE TO the public: Newsprint roll ends.

Only $0.40 per pound.

Great for packing, shipping, school projects, crafts, pets. Stop by the Jonesboro Sun office at 518 Carson St.

HOTPOINT WASHER & Dryer, (works good) $75 each. 870-919-5680.

Onkyo Surround System, $200. 870-919-5680.

4 Oak Chairs, $65 for all.

870-919-5680.

Rocker, solid wood, with padded seat.

870-919-5680.

Jim’s

Pawn Shop 25 years of buying your scrap gold, silver, & platinum @ top dollar.

Silver & Gold Coins Leave with cash in hand!

3711 E. Highland, Jonesboro

BRAND NEW floor lamp 870-935-7919 with beige shade, $25.

TWO PAIR of brand new drapes, tan/ black patQUEEN SIZE bed with tern, beautiful, $30. mattress, box springs, Call 870-926-8171 Dresser with mirror & B R A N D N E W l a u n d r y chest. $500 obo. 870pedestal, pulled from 761-3784 after 9am. sales floor due to ship- KENMORE REFRIGERATping damage, retails for OR, almond color, has $275, light scratches, ice maker, excellent asking $100 OBO. Call or condition, 31in X 64in, text 870-530-9955 $150. Can email pic-

CAVE CITY WATERMELONS

Coming to ASU Farmers Market. This SaturdayEnd of Season.

Carson Day, Registered Grower

870-283-4560

tures. Call 870-219-4549 KENMORE WHITE Appliances!

All 2 1/2 months old.

Kenmore HE Washer, $425.00

Kenmore Dryer, $425.00

Kenmore 18 cu ft RefriCROSSBOW EXERCISE gerator, $350 machine, asking $175.

Call after 5pm SONY DCRSR-40 camfor appointment. corder with night shot, 870-972-5087.

8 hour battery, cradle, and charger, $100.

SNAP-ON 1/2" Air IKEY-AUDIO HDR7 pro- IMPACT WRENCH. $200, fessional field recorder obo. 870-316-4990 with tripod, $100.

LONGHORN SKULL with Call 870-761-0473 for horns, $125. more info.

TUSCAN OUTDOOR oven, FOR SALE: SKB hard heats to 700 degrees, shell golf case. Sells originally $300 at Sams new for $250 but will Club, never used, $250 sacrifice for $95.00. Call firm.

243-2030.

870-378-1040

THURSDAY AUGUST 1, 2013| Misc. Items for 0563 Sale

MEDELA DOUBLE electric breast pump, includes carrying bag with cooler and ice packs, instruction booklet and CD included, $100 OBO. Call/ text 501827-1817 for further details.

MIRROR, 36IN x 59in, with channel, $30.

DESIGNER LAMPS, $50 for the pair.

MENS WEDDING ring, size 13, $75.

ANTIQUE IRON bed from 1922, full size, painted white, $200.

870-926-1100

MOVING SALE! Tools, VCR and Disney movies, Knickknacks. 870-2194769/ 870-761-6203

NORDIC TRACK Elliptical E5vi space saver purchased new from Sears 02/25/2011 with extended warranty. Cost new was over $600.00. It has not been used for the past year. When it was used it was buy 1 adult.

This is a like new item. $290.00 870-284-7278

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AVAILABLE

For your convenience. You may now drop off your old newspaper in the recycle bin in the Lobby at

The Sun

518 Carson, Jonesboro Monday- Friday

8:00-5:00

ONE OF a kind "1950s"

Futon Frame, heavy duty black metal. $40.

870-972-0561

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C a b iItems n e t , sfor olid Unfurnished 0563 Sale wood, very nice. Needs 0610 Apartments some new glass. $50.00 # 1 & 2 Bedroom apartPRIVATE INVESTOR Coin 870-972-0561 ments, some 2 bath, Collector wanting any Real Crystal Tumblers, prices, pictures. Locakind gold/ silver.

(1) Green set of six, t i o n a t : w w w . m a Top Dollar $140; (1) blue set of gictouchcorp.com 935Guaranteed. three, $75; (1) Red with 4800 24 hour info 935gold trim set of six, $35 5051 870-268-9557 per glass or $120 per #1 ALL electric, new carRASCAL 2YR old handi- set. 870-972-0561 pet, 2 bedrooms. Washcap scooter, good, er, dryer, stove, refrineeds battery, $300.

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT gerator. 870-316-3691 CYPRESS BLOCK, pretty big, 28ft W x 31ft L, $30. #2 BR, 1 BA, Cable & UtilHAMILTON BEACH mixer, Real Estate for i t i e s i n c l u d e d , $ 7 9 5 . small, in box, $4.

0605 Rent 2700 Wakefield. 870-897DOCTOR SCALES, model 3830 230, health and meter, 1 AND 2 bedroom availcapacity 350lbs, $40. able. Central heat and BBQ GRILL with full tank air. No HUD/ Pet policy. of gas, $35.

Call 932-1457.

TWO WOODEN speakers, Sharp brand, $40.

1 BEDROOM, 1 bath, COBRA TRAPSHOOTER, $400 rent, $400 deposit. asking $25.

Call 870-219-7399 BATHROOM AND closet doors, FREE. 1 BEDROOM, 1 Bath, renMENS BROWN Docker ovated apartment for shoes, 11M, new, $30. rent in Marked Tree.

BOWLING SHOES, 10.5M, New stove and refrigerworn one time, $30. ator. $350 month. 870926-7064 SKETCHERS SHAPE Up, 10M, worn one time, 1 BEDROOM, 1 Bath. $30.

1901 E. Johnson. $395.

NIKE ID Air, 11M, worn 2 Call 870-316-1353. times, $20.

LADIES TROTTERS, black 1 BR/ 1 BA, $475 leather, new, 12N, $20.

Monthly. 726 SouthwOVER THE door shoe est Drive. 870-316-1353 rack, $2.

870-243-0838 2 BDRM near ASU. $635 w/ $250 deposit.

SMALL MICROWAVE $20.

Free Cable/ Internet, Used in good condition. water/ sewer provided.

870-761-0090.

New washer/dryer.

On site security STUDENT DESK, School maintenance. type, $8.00. 870-9263438.

Gated community with security camera TREADMILL $150 obo like protection. new. Sanyo or Vizio TV Private Swimming pool 32'' $100 obo. Moped for tenants only. needs little work $250.

ASU Student summer Warehouse 870-623-0649 specials.

WAREHOUSE SPACE Call 870-680-3852 or FOR LEASE 870-761-9065.

25x30- $175 monthly.

Background check 25x40- $225 monthly, required.

870-972-5002 870-930-8090 2 BEDROOM, 1 Bath, all utilities. 1901 E. JohnVALLEY TOW Hitch son. $575. Call 870-316Unfurnished with safety chain. $100 0610 1353.

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2 BR, 1.5 BA townhouse, 726 Southwest Dr. $575 month. Call 870-3161353

2 BR. Quiet neighborhood. 870-932-4391 2 BR/ 1 BA Brookland area. $400 monthly. 870935-6681 209 E. Nettleton, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, very nice, weekly and monthly rent. Utilities paid. Onsite manager, with laundromat. Please call 870-897-0573, 870219-0579.

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• Bay Village, Ark (Hwy 163, 10 mi South Harrisburg) @ BV Store go west ¼ mi on CR 310 • UPDATED 3-BR, Bonus RM, 1-BA, LG LR/ Kit, 1400 +/_ sq ft • New stove, hot water heater, bath room • Central heat/ac, new metal roof, ¾ ac lot • 5 minutes to Lake Poinsett • Appt. Call 662-255-2152 or Email: budhodges@aol.com

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SPECIAL! 1751 W. Nettleton2/ 3 bedrooms, HUD OK. 870-933-7303.

870-931-2058

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No HUD

STADIUM PLACE 3719 Stadium Blvd.

1-2-3 Bedrooms Washer/ Dryer, All Appliances, Pool, Fitness Track, Basket & Volley Ball, Courtesy Security.

870-931-0333

arkansasapartments.net

No HUD

Ask about our Corporate Suite

COLLEGE CORNER 1st months rent 1/2-Off. Move in Special! Block from ASU campus 870972-8200

$129,000

2,047 sqft., 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 3 living spaces, all appliances, privacy fence, pool, large deck, flower gardens, large spacious shed, maintenance free exterior, well kept and maintained.

Call 870-935-6019 for details.

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2800 RIDGEPOINTE DRIVE

Jonesboro Recently appraised for $1.25 million MUST SELL!!

“Asking” $799,000.00. MAKE OFFER!!!

All offers considered. Owner has been transferred out-of-state.

See home specifics at: www.ForSaleByOwner.com (Listing #: 23927697) Phone: 417-293-7323

FARM FOR SALE BY OWNERS

Approx. 220 ACRES

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4 Winnebago Trace (Cherokee Village) $325,000

Lake Thunderbird home has 3 large bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The upper level offers an open living, dining and kitchen. Beautiful fireplace and view of Lake Thunderbird.

The lower level offers 2 bedrooms, family room and bath.

Call King Rhodes at (870) 257-3241

935-4800

www.magictouchcorp.com

WALK TO ASU

5 Mohave Cr., Cherokee Village • $229,000 RIC ED P

MAGIC TOUCH 24 Hr. Info 935-5055

All major appliances, Washer/Dryer

MOVE IN SPECIAL!

2 BR/ 1 BA, $550 Monthly. 726 Southwest Drive. 870-316-1353

870-819-6118

Spacious 1-2-3 Bedrooms

3302 PARKWOOD

Estates, 2300sf, 3 BR, 2.5 BA with bonus room.

Patio with privacy fence. Priced well below appraisal at $209,900. 870-926-6111

NEW APARTMENT

Senior Citizen Discount

NICE 2 bedroom townhouse, 1.5 baths, CH&A, HUD accepted, Krystal Dr. 870-275-7707 870-974-4697

4120 Covington: Very nice home in Kensington

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One Level 2BR/1BA and 2BR/2BA Carport Washer & Dryer High Speed Internet Cable and HBO Pet Friendly Utilities Included New Construction

MONETTE-NEW modern apartments, 2 BR/ BA, EFFICIENCY, 1 & 2 BR, walk-in closet, stainless #1 LOCATION: Luxury 2 2 BR apartments for W/D hookup, HUD appliances, high effiXL DOG crate, asking BR, $625, 1600 Latour- rent. Please Call accepted. Call 870-935- ciency. $650 monthly. $50. Please call 501-269- ette. 931-8459 870-931-1520 9018. 1811 Self Circle 870-219-0507 6435 for more info.

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off Stadium at 63 ByPass

610 S. Culberhouse.

Completely remodeled, 2 bedroom, 1 bath with fireplace, washer & dryer hookups, vaulted ceilings, $600 per month. Call San Caldwell 870-623-6237.

ppraisa Real Crystal Tumblers, l (1) Green set of six, $140; (1) blue set of three, $75; (1) Red with gold trim set of six, $35 per glass or $120 per set. 870-972-0561

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MOVE-IN SPECIAL for August 2013, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, $300 and 2 bedroom, 2 full bath $400.

HUD Approved. The Villa Apartments 314 Calion St. Jonesboro, AR 72401.

Office (870)935-1271 Cell (870)316-4111

WOMEN'S Bike with handbrakes. Very nice! with clown & ball in(compared to Schwinn serts, matching dresser, bikes). $100. 870-972new mattress still in 0561. wrapper. Hand made Care Bears quilt. Must Child's Razor Dirt bike, see to appreciate. $350. with suspension. $100.

870-932-0361 870-972-0561 PLAYMATE PET carrier for medium or small an- F u t o n F r a m e , h e a v y imal, $20. 870-926-3438. duty black metal. $40.

870-972-0561 PORCH SWING, cedar slats, 5ft long with Curio Cabinet, solid chains, $100. 870-588- wood, very nice. Needs 3704 some new glass. $50.00 870-972-0561 $

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Misc. Items for 0563 Sale

Antique Childs toddler bed

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• 4 BR/5 BA • Living Room • Family Room • Kitchen • Office • Bonus room • Walk-in Closet • Dinning Room • Utility Room • Carpet, wood, stone tile • Special amenities: 2 ovens, alarm system, fi replace up and down, large deck partially covered, large boat dock with covered slip Call King Rhodes at (870) 257-3241

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On The Beaufitul Eleven River in Randolph County

$660,000

870-869-3334

Lake Omaho Cherokee Village AR

820 New Hope Lane, Jonesboro

$469,900

2500 sf, 2.5 acres, 4BR/2.5BA, Sun room, 2 car garage, detached 24x24 garage, storage building, small barn.

Well maintained, much more! $199,900.

870-935-4174 • 870-926-9388

Very nice, well maintained 4 BR, 3 BA, 2600 sq. ft. House in Paragould. Hardwood and ceramic tile! Granite countertops! Patio with large private backyard!! Excellent neighborhood!!

www.newhopelane.blogspot.com

$209,000 • 870-378-2800

742 CR 464 • 440,000

808 Oakland Drive • $129,900

4300 sf home. 4 Br/3.5 Ba, with office, Large Living area, game room, screened porch, shop. 3.5 acres.

Valley View School dist.

Call Sherlyn Blackwell Fred Dacus Associates @ 870-930-8021

Excellent Jonesboro location. 3 Br, 2 Ba, Approx 1/2 acre. Move in ready. New flooring, stainless appliances & other upgrades. 870-935-9809, 870-530-5887

Crown Lake in Horseshoe Bend • $299,950 Largest Private Lake in AR. Jet Ski’s permitted.

5 BR/3 BA, Eat in Kitchen. 2 Gas Log FP’s,

ALL THE EXTRA’S! 870-919-5264

Absolutely Breathtaking 3700 sf custom home. 500 ft of water frontage, this home offers stunning views from every room, indoor waterfall gorgeous kitchen, steam room, private dock, heated/ cooled 800 sf 3 car garage.

870-476-3694

Great Investment Property

813 Rolling Forest Drive, Jonesboro Stunning 5 BR 4 BA house, in-ground pool, security system, oversized 2-car garage.

Can see more pictures at Zillow.com

$399,000 870-275-8488, 870-810-0100

1304 Congress, Newport. 2BR/1.5BA, Pool, Bamboo fence, Dishwasher, New paint, Storage Building, New Tub/Shower, Security System, Pecan tree, Brick Gas Fireplace.

Honey Realty, Agent Owned. 501-412-3930. ÜÜÜ° iÞÀi> ÌÞ°V ÊUÊfxÇ]Çää $56,000

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Unfurnished 0610 Apartments

Furnished 0615 Apartments

Homes for 0620 Rent

Homes for 0620 Rent

Mobile Homes 0675 for Rent

The

APARTMENT/ HOUSES For Rent 1-4 Bedrooms. $395- $2000 Monthly.

Some HUD accepted.

Some income Based.

Some Pet friendly.

1 & 2 bedroom Apartments. Goobertown. All utilities included. $550$650 monthly plus deposit. 870-273-2380.

401 BROOKSTONE, all brick, 3 BR/ 2 BA, $1250 monthly, Jim Abel, JH Able Realty Inc. 870-9266160.

#1 TWO bedroom, very clean, washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator. 870316-3691

STUDIO APARTMENT, furnish all, utilities paid. $450 monthly, plus deposit. (Trumann) 870897-4577.

EXECUTIVE HOME 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 2 car garage, large bonus room, f e n c e d y a r d .

Jamestown Subdivision. $2,500 monthly. 870-9357377 or 870-219-4098

PARAGOULD: 3 Bedroom, 2 full bath, Center Hill, Senior Citizen Discount. No pet policy. $700 monthly, $500 Deposit. 870-212-0429.

Meadows 3700 S. Caraway

• Luxury 1-2-3 Bedrooms • Washer & Dryer • Central Heat & Air • Fitness Center • Tight Security • Pet Friendly • Water/Sewer Paid • Handicap Accessible Units No HUD

arkansas apartments.net

870-934-0885

Whitten Creek Apartments LEASING NOW!

www.arkansasapartments.net

1-2-3 Bedrooms Brookland AR 10 Minutes from the new NEA Hospital & Medical Center

• Spacious Kitchens • Washer & Dryer • Kitchen appliances • Ceiling Fans • Fitness Center • Pool • Private Balconies • All Electric •Water/Sewer/Trash Paid

“Country Living with Big City Access” No HUD

870-336-5656.

Whitley & Assoc. Inc.

www.jawhitley.com

Paragould

1201 S. 7th St. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, garage.

References required, senior discount. Available Sept. 1. 215-0027; 573-0647.

1 BR. All utilities plus cable paid. CH&A, Appliances provided. HUD accepted. 1308 S. 7th St. 236-9266 or 476-6939 1917 MOCKINGBIRD Lane, Paragould. 2 BR, 2 BA, 1 car garage, nice location. Refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, water supplied. $650 mo., $650 deposit. 870-2120554.

2 BEDROOM with garage at 3209 Hidden Trace (Paragould) No Pet Policy, $250/deposit, $700/monthly Call 870-215-2293 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath.

New paint, low utilities.

870-335-2754 or 870-4768018 CLEARVIEW APARTMENTS 207 B Street, Paragould.

Utilities and Cable Included. $225 move-in special. 870-236-3217.

3 BEDROOM, located at 3900 Reynolds Park Rd, Available August 1, No Pet Policy, $650/month, $250/deposit. Call 870215-2293

870-933-1298

CENTER HILL 2 Bedroom, HJE, LLC Properties 1 Bath in Paragould, all electric. CH/A, stove, refrigerator, washer/dryJonesboro 1 BD, nice and very e r i n c l u d e d . $ 4 5 0 c l e a n , u t i l i t i e s p a i d , monthly. $200 deposit.

References required. $500. 870-219-2513 No pet policy. 870-2158133.

1 BEDROOM, near ASU, NEWER APARTMENT. 403 870-926-0491 or Magnolia, Paragould. 2 870-932-0207 BR/1 BA. $475 month.

870-215-3939.

2 BEDROOM 1 Bath, 1428 West Huntington $425 month utilities included. Call 870-3161353

819 WEST Matthews. 1 BR, Water, Sewage, Garbage paid. No HUD, no pet policy. 870-5308040.

2 BEDROOM, 1.5 Bath with fireplace. All appliances included. No pet policy. $575 rent, $375 deposit. Call day: 870236-8704 nights: 870335-6250

Furnished 0615 Apartments

2004 SUPER SPORT ROADSTER SSR

Like new, RED, all the goodies! Color Pak, Console Gauges, Cargo Kit, NICE!

REDUCED: $26,000 or Reasonable Offer!

870-240-3421, Paragould

24’ Pontoon Boat with Trailer

• Over all good condition (Floor, Top, Cushion)

• Swimming Access Ladder • Fuel Tank • Hummingbird Depth/Fish Finder

2,950 obo Cash Only • 870-935-5716

$

2007 Mercury Grand Marquis LS One Owner

Power Everything! Good gas mileage.

Very good condition. 55,300 miles, A pleasant car to drive & ride in. $11,900. • 870-935-9357

Paragould

2 BEDROOM apartment.

All Utilities furnished.

Stove and Refrigerator furnished. Call 870-4761310 or 870-476-1319.

FOR SALE: Drastically reduced! 702 Hillview, 3bdrm, 2.5 bath. Large lot, large shop, much more. See it today. Call 1 A N D 2 B e d r o o m s , Time Realty, Inc. 236starting at $200, depos- 8778 or Sherma 240-6146 R E D U C E D T O $ 4 5 0 it, no pet policy. 870M O N T H . 2 b e d r o o m 930-8137 FOR SALE: Immaculate, home. $200 deposit. Call west side location, 3 Jonesboro 870-476-2763.

2 OR 3 Bedroom- Weekly bdrm, 2 bath, many reupdates. Ready for Condominiums or monthly plus depos- cent you to move in. Call 0625 for Rent it. 870-932-5981 Time Realty, Inc. today 236-7878 or Olan 2362 BR/ 1 Ba with 1 car Paragould 0261 garage, storm shelter & 2 AND 3 bedrooms moscreen porch. On the bile homes in Paraggolf course.

R e n t ould, $300 and up. Call 0720 Duplex/Apts $1,150. Call Carroll Cald- 870-335-5073

FOR RENT or SALE. 409 Harrison-Truman. $650+dep. or $76K. 3 BR/2 BA, separate dining, utility, 1410sf, 5409-A Cache Road, Par- d e c k s , l a r g e f e n c e d agould. (Directly be- yard, extra lot. 479-313well at Coldwell Banker hind GCT Junior High). 2 6458 VCI- 870-931-8233. bedroom, 1.5 bath. All appliances furnished. H O U S E F O R r e n t : 2 BR/ 2 Ba with 1 car Enclosed garage. $575 Nettleton Schools, no garage. Office, storm rent, $500 deposit. No HUD/ pet policy. Call shelter & screen porch. pet policy. No HUD. Call 870-935-3006 Rent $1,350. Call Carroll 870-573-7200.

VALLY VIEW schools, Caldwell at Coldwell MeadowWood Subd. All Banker VCI- 870-931Homes for brick 3 BR/ 2 Ba, $1350 8233.

0620 Rent monthly. Jim Abel, JH GREENBRIAR VILLAGE-2 Able Realty Inc. 870-926bedroom, 2 bath. Newly #3- 2 4305 Southbrook 6160. updated. $825 monthly. $850.

(870)974-3350 ## 3 BR/ 2 Ba 1905 Crestview $795 1607 Wood, $800 WOODSPRINGS RD 870-931-8449 No Pet/ HUD policy Condo- 3 Br/ 2.5 Ba with FOR LEASE. References 2 car garage, storm 2 Large Bedrooms, required. No pet and shelter & screen porch.

701 College, $650 smoking policy. LocRent $1,590. Call Carroll 870-897-1054 ated at 1402 S. 15th Caldwell at Coldwell Fred Dacus Associates.

Street, Paragould. Great Banker VCI- 870-931neighborhood $1,000 Jonesboro 8233. per month plus deposit. 3 BEDROOM, 2 Bath. 604 Duplexes for 4BR, 2BA, dbl garage, M e a d o w b r o o k , $ 7 5 0 k i t c h e n a p p l i a n c e s , monthly, Call for details 0630 Rent 2,000 sq. ft plus large 870-931-8052 sunroom. Can be bought for $139,000 Call 3 BR, 2 BA, 1902 MilRooms for 870-236-2704 or 870-476- branch Drive. Near New h o s p i t a l . $ 1 , 0 5 0 0635 Rent 8752 monthly. No smoking/ 2 BR, 1.5 BA, no pet/ pet policy. 870-931-4044. PARAGOULD. ONE or two HUD policy, $700 bedrooms in nice house monthly, $500 deposit. Paragould

by Reynolds Lake.

3 BEDROOM, 2.5 bath Rent's negotiable, Call 870-926-6114 home. Stove and refri- 870-450-0900.

870-486-2861 gerator included. No 2 BR/ 1 Ba, 1 car carport, HUD. $500 deposit, $650 Jonesboro School dis- monthly. Located at 105 0670 Business Places/Offices trict. $650 monthly. 870- South 15th Avenue, Par935-7377. agould. Call 215-1286. #1 3 Three major 3 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath, 1 12 GUNNAR Loop. Beau- shopping centers, Jonesboro. car carport, Nettleton tiful house. 3 bedroom, Highland Center School District. $750 2 bath. Garage, vaulted Grant Center monthly. 870-935-7377. ceilings, new carpet and Valley View Center 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 1 paint. 450-3670. $400 de2820 Highland car garage, Jonesboro posit. $850 rent. No pet 2828 Highland School District. $875 or smoking policy.

870-972-6042 monthly. 870-935-7377 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath.

10,000 SQ. FT COMMERW a l c o t t a r e a . $ 5 2 5 3 BEDROOM, 2 Bath, 2 CIAL BUILDING For lease.

Car Garage, vaulted ceil- month with $300 depos- New roof, new heat & ings, deck, 711 Amber- it. No pet policy. 870- air, located in Paragwood Cove. $1050 rent/ 476-1514, 870-476-6424. ould AR. 501-837-3209 $500 deposit. 870-351- 3 B E D R O O M , 2 b a t h .

0677.

Great location. 870-335- 8,000 sq. ft Flea Market.

4814 East Highland. (Be3 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 2- 2754, 870-476-8018. side Kum & Go). $1,500 c a r g a r a g e , f e n c e d 3 BR 1 BA, 506 Belaire monthly. 870-934-0215, backyard, Valley view Circle, Paragould, $500 870-932-7158. schools, $950 monthly. deposit and $650 rent.

870-935-7377, 870-219- New carpet, nice neigh- FREE RENT: Nettleton or 4098 borhood, close to S o u t h w e s t D r i v e 600–2100 sf. commer3 BR, 2 BA, 2-car garage, school. Call 870-450- cial offices.

0010.

No Pet Policy, No Coldwell Banker, Phillip 5501 Summer. Nettleton 870-351-5505 s c h o o l s , t o t a l l y r e - HUD. 870-935-2059 modeled. $ 1 0 5 0 600 GREG Dr. (Paragmonthly, $700 deposit. ould): 2 bedroom 2 bath O F F I C E A N D R e t a i l 1yr lease, no HUD/ pet h o u s e f o r r e n t . Space- 500 to 5,000 sq. policy. 870-931-8138, $450/monthly, $200/de- ft. Starting at $350 per 870-974-3654 posit. Paragould. Call month. Please call 8703 BR/ 2 Ba, 611 Candis. 661-978-1944 or 870-761- 935-9018.

2000 sq. ft. Valley View 2721.

OFFICE SPACE for rent: school district. $1400 MARMADUKE COUNTRY 1,000-5,000 sf. 3014 Turmonthly. 870-530-1496. Home: @5 minutes to man Dr. 870-935-3006 3/ 2, no HUD, no pet ARI. 2br/1 bath, dining Warehouse/ Office 3200 policy, $795. 870-316- room, kitchen, living Sqft. for rent. 3026 Per o o m . R e n t $ 4 2 5 abody. 501-454-0251 3691 mo/$300.00 deposit. No 4 B E D R O O M , 3 b a t h , smoking or inside pet Mobile Homes near ASU, no HUD/ pet policy. 870-476-1517 or 0675 for Rent policy. 870-926-0491/ 8 7 0 - 4 7 6 - 1 5 1 4 . R e f e r ences Required.

870-932-0207

ATTENTION: PATS Mobile Homes

Loaded with the 2.5t-Turbo reduced!!! $8,700

Call:

870-239-4203 870-240-7311

Homes for 0710 Sale -FREE SERVICE, Wonder what your house would sell for? Call Mike Childs Remax Real Estate 974-7352.

870-834-5107

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2 ACRES prime homesite location 100 yards off Highway 135 North.

Also 5 acres treed further down the road!! 10 acres treed on road 707 near Walcott Park. Water at front door on all tracts. OWNER FINANCING with low down payments. I'm retiring call 870-215-2969.

BENCHMARK RANCH & Hunting 325 acres +/Smithville Area 180 ac.

Pasture w/ barns 115 timber 27 ac. lake 4000 sq ft home White Land Company 501-276-0846

Serving Your Real Estate Needs Since 1988.

Now Offering Auction Services

870-974-0078 DarrelCookRealEstate.com

FOR SALE: 1.5 acres in Bono, AR. For more information call 870-4762351.

Mobile Homes 0741 for Sale

HOME LOANS

$0 DOWN Rent to own, 2/ 3/ 4 Bedrooms, each on 1 acre lot.

870-935-7525

Manufactured

0747 Homes for Sale

FRESH START FINANCE PROGRAM for manufac870-932-3562 tured homes for 708-B Windover, Jonesboro landowners or family land. $2000 free furniture package w/ purchase of new home.

VERY Easy terms apply LOOKING FOR a new by phone. -870-935-1700 house? Visit us at www.jonesborosun.co SPECIAL GOV'T PROm "Find a Home" GRAMS for manufac-

Jelena Prichard

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LENDER

Paragould

4 BEDROOM, 2 bath, 8.5 acres, country setting.

Must be pre-approved by lenders. $115,000.00.

Call 870-612-3545.

62k miles, PW/PL/PD/PS, CD Excellent Condition.

870-530-0717

Commercial/ 0754 Office Paragould

Office Space for rent 1200 sq ft. Grecian Plaza in Paragould. Call 870476-2822.

Business 0760 Properties TRANSPORTATION

0804 Boats for Sale

14FT ARKANSAS Traveler fishing boat, V-bottom, deep hull, with trailer, $400. 870-9355580

Campers/ 0820 Trailers

Silver Moon Trailers

0734 Lots & Acreage

1 CHOICE acre of land for $30,000. Located at HOUSES AND Mobile corner of 163 and CR Homes also NEW mobile 476. Call 870-897-8494, homes for rent in Mar- 870-935-0853 maduke.

236-0164, 1 TO 3 Acres, near 351.

597-1217.

Hills, trees, electric, water, cable, owner finanREAL ESTATE FOR SALE cing, 870-935-5411, 870935-7863

2010 Chevrolet Impala

$

Lake/River/ 0728 Resort

PROPERTY AT Lake NorNice 3 bedroom, 2 bath fork, 14x60, 2 bedroom/ 1 bath trailer, 20x36 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath storage building. mobile homes.

870-215-2670 Stove, refrigerator.

2003 2004 FORD F-450 Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide.

12,400 miles. $9,400.

Excellent condition.

V-10 Super Duty, Dually, One Owner, Automatic, Cold Air, 13 ft flatbed, 150k miles. MUST SELL!!

Too many extras to list.

WOW ONLY $5,700 ◆ 870-882-0695 Jonesboro.901-828-6023

2008 VOLVO

Homes for 0710 Sale

tured homes for landowners or family land. $2000 free furniture package w/ purchase of new home.

Easy terms apply by phone. 870-935-1712.

ATV

Equipment

Auto Hauler

Landscape

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Unfurnished 0610 Apartments

Cargo Sales • Parts • Service 1802 Commerce Dr.

935.1645

2013 LARK VENDING TRAILER

8FT X 16FT, 3 sinks, 1 hand washing sink, A/C, vent hood, sky light with fan.

Reduced: $12,450 870-910-6603

0832 Motorcycles 2004

Honda V-13

16,400 miles.Saddle bags and windshield included. Very clean. Runs Great. $ 4,945 Contact Trey

573-359-4499

1995 Peterbilt 379 Tri-Axle, 3406E, 9 Spd, 16 ft Crown Bed, Electric Tarp, Steerable Lift Axle. $36,500 obo 870-378-2160

2006 MERCEDES BENZ

280 C Sport, LOADED with everything!!

Below wholesale for only $8,700!!

For info call 870-834-5107

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0860 Vans for Sale

0868 Cars for Sale

1999 Mazda Miata 2004 VTX 1300 Honda 33k miles, One owner, Garage kept. $4400 870-275-1099 2009 V-STAR CLASSIC SILVERADO 1100

Black, windshield, leather saddlebags, padded sissybar with rack, engine bar, spin on oil filter, new back tire and brakes, K&N air filter, garage kept, 12,500 miles.

$5,250 870-243-0387

1985 CHURCH BUS 15 Passenger. New battery, tires, and rebuilt transmission.

80,500 miles

$3,950.00 870-243-1994

Trucks for 0864 Sale

Automatic 128,000 miles, very good condition, new paint, beautiful car. convertible with hard top. $6,300. $5,650 $5,900 870-243-3997 2002 BUICK Lesabre Local Trade, Low Miles, Cloth $8,995 870-236-8503 Glen Sain Motor Sales 6345 Hwy 49S Paragould, AR 72450

1973 F-600 30 ft. Steel bed, 361 Engine, 5 spd. Trans.

Dependable,

PRICE REDUCED!

$2,150 870-273-8209

2006 CHEVY HHR 118,xxx miles, leather seats, loaded, nice car!

$5,400 870-275-1429

2005 Yamaha V-Max

20th Anniversary Edition. Shift Red Paint.

Windshield. 2300 miles.

1 owner. Garaged.

$7,000 870-378-5050 Auto/Truck 0848 Parts & Accessories

TRUCK LADDER rack for short or long wheel base truck, $100.

THREE TRUCK tool boxes, one is across bed, 2 are side bed, $75 each.

870-219-6185

Sport Utility 0856 Vehicles

2007 BMW X3

All options, clean car fax, silver color, 33,000 miles.

Priced to Sell!

$19,500 870-897-7008 1999 Jeep Wrangler, 4 WD

1994 FORD F150 XL

136K miles, V6, dual fuel tanks, recently rebuilt transmission.

$2,500 417-293-7323

Located in Jonesboro 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Ext Cab

5.3L, Super Clean Truck, Low miles Asking $8,750

870-284-5523

2006 SILVERADO 1500 EXT CAB Excellent condition Navy Blue, Bedliner, 4WD, V8, 70,000 Miles

Reduced: $15,000 870.243.4000

2007 GMC Sierra SLE Z71, Low Miles, Spray-In Bed Liner $20,995 870-236-8503

4 cyl, automatic, 120,000 miles, soft top, $8,750

2WD, Loaded, Microsoft Sync, Nav, Sat Rad, Black Leather Interior, Great Condition!

$12,900 OBO 870-933-8776 901-229-3590

2006 HUMMER H3

96,000 miles, LOADED, black with black interior, LUXURY PACKAGE.

$13,250 Call Kyle 636-627-8240

1994 Freightliner Tri-Axle, 500 Detroit, 10 Speed, 15’ Davis Bed, New Clutch,

$21,500

870-530-2781

1996 DODGE DAKOTA

With 406 Chevy motor, 871 blower, 2 hauling carburetors, racing transmission. Has $5,000 paint job, aluminum wheels, 18in back tires.

$22,000

870-926-1597 0868 Cars for Sale 1994 FORD MUSTANG GT

2007 TOYOTA RAV4 77,000 Miles Excellent Condition

Glen Sain Motor Sales 6345 Hwy 49S Paragould, AR 72450 2010 NISSAN Altima 3.5 SR Leather, Moonroof, Local Trade $18,995 870-236-8503

2011 FORD Focus SES Leather, Moonroof, Low Miles $19,995 870-236-8503 Glen Sain Motor Sales 6345 Hwy 49S Paragould, AR 72450

2006 BUICK LACROSSE

Good condition, runs & drives good.

$9,700 870-933-7040, if no answer leave message.

2004 DODGE INTREPID SE 2.7 liter V6, 154k miles. $4,375

870-819-2972

Steerable lift Axle

2010 FORD EDGE LIMITED

2010 DODGE Charger 3.5 Rear Spoiler, Hood Scoop, Local Trade $17,995 870-236-8503

Glen Sain Motor Sales 6345 Hwy 49S Paragould, AR 72450

Glen Sain Motor Sales 6345 Hwy 49S Paragould, AR 72450

870-930-0182

that CDBG funds can be maximized and used in other areas.| An ADFA | HOME fund grant award www.jonesborosun.com will make this goal feasible, and will also increase the services to 0955 Legals 0955 Legals the citizens at no cost to the City, and will increase the number of low to moderate income residents that can benefit from this service.

The City of Jonesboro The Crowley’s Ridge Department of Grants Development Council and Community Devel(CRDC), Inc. Weatheriza- opment is now accepttion Assistance Pro- ing applications, which gram (WAP) is accept- are available both oning sealed bids for ma- l i n e a t terials and supplies rel- w w w . j o n e s b o r o . o r g evant to weatheriza- and in the office loction and energy sav- ated at 300 S. Church St. ings (air-sealing materi- Suite 402. To qualify for als, cellulose insulation, this service, the citizen refrigerators, heat and must be a resident of air equipment, etc.). the City of Jonesboro, h a v e c u r r e n t Please contact Kenny h o m e o w n e r ’ s i n s u r Gunn at 870-802-7100 ance on the property, ext.: 120 to request a live in the home, and bid packet or visit our meet all income and office at 2401 Fox Mead- other requirements set ow Lane, Jonesboro, AR by ADFA. There is also 72403. All bids must be an affordability period received by 4:45 pm Au- of 10-15 years associgust 16, 2013. Bids will ated with this grant for be opened at 10:00 am rehabilitation projects, August 19, 2013 at 2401 and 20 years for reconFox Meadow Lane, struction projects.

Jonesboro, AR. Success- Please contact Aaron ful bidder(s) will have Smith, Rehab Coordinthe option to extend ator, at 870.336.7170 for the contract one (1) more information or year for two (2) consec- questions. utive years. M/WBE and small firms are encour- LEGAL NOTICE aged to apply. CRDC re- F o r r e s t C i t y P u b l i c serves the right to re- S c h o o l D i s t r i c t ject any or all bids.

Forrest City, Arkansas INVITATION TO BID Send all bid packets to: 1. TIME & PLACE: Sealed bids will be received for CRDC Attn: the Forrest City High Terrie Grisham School Storefront and “Sealed WAP Bid” Glass Replacement for P.O. Box 16720 the following Bid PackJonesboro, AR 72403 ages: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT Bid Package #1– AluminOF CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, um Framing-StorefrontGlass ARKANSAS Sealed bids will be reWESTERN DISTRICT ceived until 2:00 p.m. on PROBATE DIVISION Thursday, August 15, IN THE MATTER OF THE 2013 at the Nabholz E S T A T E O F G E O R G E Construction Services MILLER, DECEASED NO. office located at 1608 W PR 2013-299 NOTICE Last Washington, Jonesboro, known address of de- AR 72401. Sealed bids cedent: 4717 Lonoke will be placed under reLane, Jonesboro, AR v i e w . B i d s r e c e i v e d after the above stated 72404 Date of death: Decem- closing time will be returned to the bidder ber 23, 2012.

An instrument dated unopened. Bids are to September 13, 2011, was b e o n a l u m p s u m on July 23, 2013, admit- b a s e s . P l a n s w i l l b e ted to probate as the available at the followLast Will of the above ing locations. named decedent, and Nabholz Construction, the undersigned have 1815 Grant Ave., Jones870-934been appointed execut- boro, AR or thereunder. A con- 4800 test of the probate of Southern Reprographic, the Will can be effected Jonesboro and Little only by filing a petition Rock 870-932-4349 w i t h i n t h e t i m e 2. EXAMINATION & PROprovided by law. All per- CUREMENT OF DOCUs o n s h a v i n g c l a i m s MENTS: against the estate must C o n s t r u c t i o n d o c u exhibit them, duly veri- ments will be available f i e d , t o t h e u n d e r - Friday, August 2, 2013 signed within six (6) and may be obtained by months from the date qualified bidders at the of the first publication above referenced locaof this notice, or they tions. Copies are availshall be forever barred able to others, at their and precluded from any own expense, when aubenefit in the estate. All thorized by the Conc l a i m s f o r i n j u r y o r struction Manager, Nabdeath caused by the holz Construction Cornegligence of the de- poration. All bidders are cedent shall also be strongly encouraged to f i l e d w i t h i n s i x ( 6 ) visit the jobsite prior to months from the date bidding. Access to the of the first publication facilities can be coof the notice, or they ordinated through Nabshall be forever barred holz Construction by and precluded from any contacting Adam Seitbenefit in such estate. er– Bid Captain– 870This notice first pub- 934-4854 lished 25th day of July, 3. BID REQUIREMENTS The Owner reserves the 2013 /S/ Charles M. Mooney, right to reject any or all bids and to waive any Sr. formalities. Bidder must Mooney Law Firm, P.A. have a current general P.O. Box 1428 or specialty license Jonesboro, AR 72401 from the Arkansas ConIn yet another effort by tractor’s License Board the City of Jonesboro to before the bid proposal maximize all tax dollars, will be considered. The the City will be apply- bid proposal and work ing for ADFA (Arkansas of the proposed conDevelopment Finance tract shall be in accordAuthority) HOME Funds ance with all applicable this year. HOME Funds federal, state, county are funds from the De- and local laws, ordinpartment of Housing ances, and regulations. a n d U r b a n D e v e l o p - 4. BID QUESTIONS m e n t d e s i g n a t e d t o Please send all queseach state’s designated tions to Adam Seiter at agency, which in Arkan- Nabholz in writing via sas is ADFA, that can be e m a i l : used either by city mu- adam.seiter@nabholz.c nicipalities or develop- om. ment organizations (for profit and non profit) to LEGAL NOTICE rehabilitate houses for Manila Public School low to moderate in- District come citizens, and to Manila, Arkansas demolish as well as re- INVITATION TO BID construct homes that 1. TIME & PLACE: Sealed are beyond repair. The bids will be received for goal is to bring housing the Manila Concession up to quality standards Building for the followand local/state codes, ing Bid Packages: and improve the living Bid Package #1 conditions for resid- -Sitework ents. The City of Jones- Bid Package #2 boro will be applying -Concrete this year for funds to Bid Package #3 rehabilitate housing -Masonry and for reconstruction Bid Package #4 projects, in an effort to -Framing- Roofing- Carassist low to moderate pentry income citizens and in- Bid Package #5 crease the quality hous- -Doors- Frames- Harding stock in Jonesboro. ware The City of Jonesboro Bid Package #6 does already provide -Paint and Finish this service via CDBG Bid Package #7 funds; however, the ob- -Specialties jective of the Grants Bid Package #8 and Community Devel- -Plumbing opment Department is Bid Package #9 to allocate the CDBG -Electrical funds just for emer- Sealed bids will be regency rehabilitations so ceived until 2:00 p.m. on that CDBG funds can be T h u r s d a y , A u g u s t 8 , maximized and used in 2013 at the Nabholz other areas. An ADFA Construction Services HOME fund grant award office located at 1608 W will make this goal feas- Washington, Jonesboro, ible, and will also in- AR 72401. Sealed bids crease the services to will be placed under rethe citizens at no cost v i e w . B i d s r e c e i v e d to the City, and will in- after the above stated crease the number of closing time will be relow to moderate in- turned to the bidder come residents that can unopened. Bids are to benefit from this ser- b e o n a l u m p s u m bases. Plans will be vice.

The City of Jonesboro available at the followDepartment of Grants ing locations. and Community Devel- Nabholz Construction, opment is now accept- 1815 Grant Ave., Jonesing applications, which boro, AR 870-934-4800 are available both on- Southern Reprographic, l i n e a t Jonesboro and Little w w w . j o n e s b o r o . o r g Rock 870-932-4349 and in the office loc- 2. EXAMINATION & PROated at 300 S. Church St. CUREMENT OF DOCUSuite 402. To qualify for MENTS: this service, the citizen C o n s t r u c t i o n d o c u -

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Foreclosure 0970 Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, ARKANSAS WESTERN DISTRICT CIVIL DIVISION LIBERTY BANK OF ARKANSAS PLAINTIFF No. CV 2013-215 (JF) vs.

GILBERT S. RAINEY and JAN K. RAINEY DEFENDANTS NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, in pursuance of the authority and directions contained in the decretal Order of the Circuit Court of Craighead County, Arkansas, entered on the 16th day of July, 2013, in a certain cause (No. CV-2013-215) then pending therein between Liberty Bank of Arkansas, plaintiff, and Gilbert S. Rainey and Jan K. Rainey, defendants, the undersigned, as commissioner of said court, will offer for sale at public vendue to the highest bidder, at the front entrance of the County Courthouse in Jonesboro, Arkansas, in which said court is held, in the County of Craighead, within the hours prescribed by law for judicial sales, on the 28th day of August, 2013, at 10:00 a.m., the following real property situated in Craighead County, Arkansas: Lot 17 in Block "A" of Barrett Place, Jonesboro, Arkansas, as shown by Plat in Plat Cabinet "B" page 85 at Jonesboro, Arkansas, subject to Bill of Assurance recorded in Deed Record 429 page 126 at Jonesboro, Arkansas, and to easements as shown on said plat, subject to all existing assessments, building lines, encroachments, easements, mineral reservations and/or conveyances, rights of way, restrictions and reservations of record.

TERMS OF SALE: On the day of the sale, the purchaser will pay the full purchase price or pay ten percent of the purchase price, which in non-refundable, with the balance on a credit of three months, the purchaser, being required to execute a bond as required by law and the order and decree of said court in said cause, with approved surety, bearing interest at the rate of 10.0 percent per annum from date of sale until paid, and a lien being retained on the premises sold to secure the payment of the purchase money.

Purchaser at said sale shall be responsible for payment of all taxes, revenue, stamps, real and personal taxes, and cost of sale.

GIVEN under my hand and seal this 22 day of July, 2013.

ANN HUDSON, Circuit Clerk By: /s/Kasey Travis, D.C. Commissioner

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MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on October 23, 2006, Gloria J. Dunhoo and Kervin Dunhoo executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Gecko Mortgage Incorporated, its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded November 7, 2006, as Instrument No. 06-3936 in the real estate records of Poinsett County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is Residential Credit Solutions, Inc., 4708 Mercantile Drive, , Fort Worth, TX 76137, ; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Gloria J. Dunhoo and Kervin Dunhoo by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is Residential Credit Solutions, Inc., 4708 Mercantile Drive, , Fort Worth, TX 76137, ; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Gloria J. Dunhoo and Kervin Dunhoo by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will, on August 29, 2013, at or about 10:00 A.M. at the Poinsett County Courthouse in Harrisburg, Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Poinsett County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot Six (6), Block C of Main Place Replat to the City of Trumann, Arkansas, being a part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 15, Township 12 North, Range 5 East.

More commonly known as: 208 Sawyer Lane, Trumann, Arkansas 72472-1045 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Poinsett County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CONDUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No. 1420-235408 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Susan Whitley (2013028) DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_y smith_130613_1021 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM, or for general information call 501-224-5239 MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on July 22, 2005, Robert M. Vowell, Jr. executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Irwin Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded July 25, 2005, at Book 1155, Page 197 in the real estate records of C raighead County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Attn: Correspondence Mail, Mail Code LA4-555/700 Kansas Lane , Monroe, LA 7120 3, (866 )55 0-5 705 ; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Robert M. Vowell, Jr. by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Attn: Correspondence Mail, Mail Code LA4-555/700 Kansas Lane, Monroe, LA 7 1203 , (8 66) 550-57 05; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Robert M. Vowell, Jr. by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will, on August 8, 2013, at or about 11:00 A.M. at the Craighead County Courthouse in Jonesboro, Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Craighead County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: A part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 15 North, Range 4 East, more particularly described as follows: Begin at the Northeast Corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 33; thence South 1320.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes West 660.0 feet to the point of beginning proper; thence continue South 89 degrees 59 minutes West 660.0 feet; thence North 330.0 feet; thence North 89 de-

A part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 15 North, Range 4 East, more particularly described as follows: Begin at the Northeast Corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 33; thence South 1320.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes West 660.0 feet to the point of beginning proper; thence continue South 89 degrees 59 minutes West 660.0 feet; thence North 330.0 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes East 660.00 feet; thence South 330.0 feet to the point of beginning proper, containing 5 acres, more or less.

More commonly known as: 75 County Road 751, Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Craighead County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CONDUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No. 355-235684 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Courtney Miller (2008263) Agent for Mortgagee DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_d monroe_130529_ 707 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM, or for general information call 501-224-5239

MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on March 30, 2007 Charles E. Porter, III and April R Porter executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Coldwell Banker Mortgage, its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded April 3, 2007, at Book 1272, Page 520 and modified on August 22, 2011, as Instrument No. JB2011R-012807 in the real estate records of Craighead County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc., 3815 South West Temple, , Salt Lake City, UT 84115, (888)818-6032; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Charles E Porter, III and April R. Porter by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc., 3815 South West Temple, , Salt Lake City, UT 84115 (888)818-6032; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Charles E Porter, III and April R. Porter by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy.

NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will on August 8, 2013, at or about 11:00 A.M. at the Craighead County Courthouse in Jonesboro Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Craighead County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot 16 in Block D B&C Subdivision to the City of Bono, Arkansas.

More commonly known as: 310 Michael Street, Bono, Arkansas 72416 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Craighead County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CONDUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose.

The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No 398-232232 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Susan Whitley (2013028) DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_y smith_130523_1653 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM, or for general information call 501-224-5239

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