Eye On Independence September 2014

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In This Issue 6/ Editor’s Note With Thanks

11/ The Myopic Life

Preparing to Launch

12/ Cover Story

Hats Off to CASA

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Anytime is the Right Time...and Place

16/ Master Gardeners

Is a Pickle Still a Pickle Without the Dill?

Did You See This?

18/ I Do

Lamb - Mayhue Wedding

20/ Smith’s Verdict **** A Simple Plan

22/ Tales Of a Transplanted Fashionista Foster Farms

24/ Things To Do 26/ Faces 32/ Batesville Area Arts Council 34/ Downtown Guide 36/ Experiencing God in the Everyday A Case of the Mondays

37/ Notes from the Clearing The Aspirations of a Muse

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Chad Grigsby is a 32 year old native of Tennessee but now calls Arkansas home. He is the Pastor for Teaching & Shepherding at the Compass Church. He holds a Masters of Divinity from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married to Jessica and they have one son, Ezra.

Leigh Keller is a high school guidance counselor and colorguard instructor at Batesville High School. She is the director of the BHS Glass Slipper Project. Leigh lives in Batesville with her son, Cole, and a pack of dogs.

Alisa R. Lancaster is an advanced practice nurse for the U of A Medical Sciences North Central. She has been in healthcare since 1983, the last 18 years with the UAMS system. Alisa and husband, Scott, have four children, two grandchildren, and two spoiled puppies. Alisa’s mission is to improve the health and wellness of others through education and practice. She welcomes feedback or comments at AlisaAPRN@gmail.com or 870.698.1023 Bob Pest is the president and Co-founder of Ozark Foothills FilmFest and the T Tauri Film Festival and Movie Camp. He works as a community development consultant for First Community Bank, teaches film classes at UACCB, and currently serves as vice-president of the Ozark Gateway Tourist Council.

Kristi Price is on staff with Fellowship Bible Church of Batesville as Ministry Coordinator.

She enjoys conversations about community and connection, and she loves small town living.

Kristi is married and mother to three children.

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Editor’s Note With Thanks

Joseph Thomas

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Kimberlee and I would like to thank you for your readership. We would also like to take a moment to say how very much we appreciate our contributing writers and photographers. Robert O. Seat lends his expertise to our covers and many inside photographs, as well as many helpful tips along the way. We have many wedding photographers that allow us to use thier work and we thank them. Our writers add so much to the quality of our content with helpful information and insights upon the community and the world around us. Eye On wouldn’t be what it is without all of you

adding your points of view and enlarging our readership with diverse looks at different subjects we all care about...So, THANK YOU! Please read on to see Leigh Kellers visit to Foster Farms, Tanner Smith’s review on A Simple Plan, and our Hats Off to CASA Cover. Kimberlee brings us the Lamb Mayhue Wedding, Kristi Price Prepares to Launch, while Kimberlee and Janelle Shell team up to Feature Anytime Fitness on their 5th anniversary. We have many local Faces, Things To Do and much more. Enjoy the weather as it begins to fade into Fall and we will see you around town. N

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Citizens Bank Employees Add More Bucks to ‘Stuff the Bus’ and ‘Best Foot Forward’ Campaigns Chuck Jones Deanna Green, Executive Director of the United Way of Independence County, recently met with employees of Citizens Bank as her organization became the latest recipient of a $500 contribution from the bank employees’ “Blue Jeans Fund.”

Green said the Citizens Bank donation was effectively doubled as it triggered a matching challenge from the John Herman Hickman Foundation of Peco Foods, which already had pledged a $500 donation and issued the matching challenge for an additional $500. The Citizens Bank Blue Jeans Fund met the challenge.

The Blue Jeans Fund now has surpassed $8,000 in financial support to worthwhile causes and charitable organizations in the past two years. Money in the fund accumulates as employees donate $1 per week to be allowed to wear blue jeans to work on Fridays. Each time the fund reaches $500, bank employees select another charity to receive a donation.

United Way, Citizens Bank and the Wood Family of Dealerships this past weekend held their primary “Stuff the Bus” and “Best Food Forward” collections of school supplies and new athletic shoes to ensure that every child in Independence County and Cave City is properly equipped to go back to school. On Saturday, school buses were located at Walmart in Batesville, Walmart in Ash Flat 8

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and the Stanley Wood Dealership in Southside to receive donations.

Contributions of school supplies and athletic shoes were collected through Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Citizens Bank locations in Batesville, Cave City and Pleasant Plains; at both Wood Family Dealerships in Batesville; and at Anytime Fitness and Maurice’s in Batesville. Images of this year’s Stuff the Bus efforts can be found in our Faces section on page 29. N

MORE BANG FOR THE ‘BUS’ – Citizens Bank employees surround Deanna Green of the United Way to celebrate the latest $500 charitable contribution by the bank employees’ Blue Jeans Fund. (Left to right) Scott Shelby, Karen Shaw, Duska

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The Myopic Life

Preparing to Launch

Kristi Price My son turned ten years old in late August. For his birthday, he asked that we update his room. He has grown rather long for his twin-sized bed, and the cars and trucks on the wall and patchwork bedding scream “preschooler!”

We have a headboard already that accepts either a fullsized or queen-sized mattress. For all practical purposes, an affordable full-sized mattress would meet his needs and then some for years to come.

However, Ethan is inclined to be a tall, large man. And this bed will most likely be what he takes with him when he moves out of my house (perhaps post-high school, hopefully post-college). So even though that is years away, we are choosing to buy large to prepare him for his future.

It is so easy to get caught in the immediacy of the moment, to plan merely for tomorrow. However, if that is all we do

for our kids, then we are failing to plan for their future adulthood. Those of you with kids may have noticed – they grow pretty darn quickly!

These choices are obviously not just about bedding.

Something like part-time work, even if unnecessary, is an excellent tool for learning how to fill the shoes of a responsible adult. If we keep our kids so busy that we don’t allow them to practice these adult roles of paid and unpaid work, then we are holding them back from essential maturity. I think that all our parenting choices from activities to jobs to savings, to who knows what else – should be made thoughtfully with an eye for sending mature, responsible adults out into the world. Because I would far rather my adult son move his bed to his own house than come live again in mine. N

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Eye On Cover Story Hats Off to CASA Joseph Thomas

Three lovely ladies representing CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) honored us with their presence in the Independence County Courtroom with hats in hand to tell us about an upcoming event that sounds just too good to miss. Diana Gray, Jan Turbeville and Angela Chaffin discussed this event and the need for fund and people raising.

CASA Advocate and Board Member Diana Gray says they are excited about this years event and are so thankful to all of the wonderful sponsors that have made this event possible. “We are collecting items for auction, including a weekend getaway with pit passes for a Darlington Speedway NASCAR Race, a duck hunt from Stan Jones Mallard Lodge, art by renown artist Duane Hada, a gift basket from Ollie’s and The Cottage Cafe, a gift package from Kim & Co.(hair stylist for the Mrs. and Miss Arkansas pageant), bird houses, jewelry and much much more. There will be something for everyone.” Gray is wearing a cowgirl hat with a long colorful mane of ribbons given to her by all of the children she has gotten to know and help through her work with CASA. She radiates joy when showing it off and this will be the hat she dons for this years event.

Jan Turbeville is the CASA Board Chairman and she explains that the Red Apple Inn is a lovely country club in a beautiful setting along the Red River. “Hats Off To CASA will be held in the Main Dinning Hall and has ample room for the live entertainment we have planned for this years fundraiser. We have an up and coming young singer from Little Rock performing for us, there will be auction items, superb hors-d’oeuvres, supplied by the Red Apple Inn and something for everyone.

Tickets are $50 per attendee.” She adds that they hope to improve their fundraising from last year because the money CASA raises is put to such good use, but also they hope to recruit more members to ensure that no child goes without an advocate ever again. “There is an enormous need for presence of CASA in Independence County and we are excited to get the word out about what we do and how others can help.”

Independence County CASA Coordinator Angela Chaffin has been busy setting up the new office location, recruiting advocates and building CASA’s community presence. Turbeville says that is Chaffin’s and the CASA Board’s goal to raise funds to fuel the ship that is CASA. “We would love for every child in Foster Care in Independence County to have an advocate,” expresses Chaffin. “We report case progress to Judge Harrod.

Informing Judge Harrod about the details surrounding the life of the child so he can make a knowledgeable decision regarding placement for the child.” She says every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential and CASA helps make that happen. Advocates 12

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are volunteers like Gray, who visit children at foster care, or in some cases a parents home. They verify the living conditions, developmental progress of the child, and even the needs of the parents involved in the case. All of that information is then reported directly to the judge. “Becoming an advocate is a perfect way to make a direct investment into your community,” says Chaffin. “Because the difference in a community starts with a child, every child; their education, mental health and overall wellbeing. All of those factors need to be monitored, especially in situations where a child has been removed from their home due to abuse and/ or neglect. When a child has an Advocate, that child is given a voice and the ability to break an otherwise endless abusive cycle.”

Turbeville adds that CASA is interested in a living situation that provides permanency for children in unstable situations; that is their soul mission. “There is often a misconception that we buy children Christmas gifts and while we are very glad there are organizations that do provide those service for children in need, we just aren’t one of them. The money raised by CASA is strictly for recruiting and educating advocates and monitoring and becoming the voice for children caught in inconceivable situations,” explains Turbeville. “CASA is a national organization, Diana and I were trained in Little Rock. My job is fundraising, but Angela has been kind enough to invite me to court to witness and observe adjudication hearings and learn the process to help further my education and understanding of the CASA System. It is both uplifting and heartrending.”

Chaffin started her work with CASA in October and admits that she was living in a bubble with her husband and three children. Chaffin says, “The world is beautiful and perfect when you live in a bubble, but the bubble is not reality.” Chaffin knows first hand about the reality of child abuse as she was a victim herself. She continues, “I am involved with CASA for the greater good. I survived the horrible circumstances surrounding the abuse I endured as a child only because I had an enormous support system. The reality check hit me like a ton of bricks several years ago when I began to consider all the “forgotten children” who have no one in their corner willing to go above and beyond to make sure their needs are being met.” She hopes that those living in that same bubble of bliss will liberate themselves and join CASA for a more enlightening and enriching experience. The bubble Chaffin speaks of is built out of the mindset that, ‘if you don’t see it, it doesn’t happen’ and the fact of the matter is that these unfortunate situations occur far too often. Chaffin added, “I personally fell into a thought process of keeping my children separated from the harsh situations some families face, they will stay

innocent and safe. By doing this I was cheating my kids out of the concept that they can make a difference in this world by helping others. The kids your children play with, the family next to you in the grocery store, these are the people we all could be helping.” Chaffin tells those that don’t believe they could handle being an Advocate and deal with these unfavorable situations that the great thing about CASA is that our presence insures that the child in care is directed to the best possible placement. “DHS does a wonderful job,” adds Chaffin. “They are just overloaded; their burden is so daunting. We are so fortunate to have such dedicated people working for struggling families and children.

When we work with DHS we further insure all of the necessary information is being relayed to the Judge.”

Gray says the foster care statistics in Independence County alone are staggering. Before CASA, judges had only biased perspectives about where a child should be placed, but Court Appointed Special Advocates see first hand what the situation is and report the facts so the judge can make a more informed decision about what is best for that child. “Advocates make a commitment,” says Gray, “I am there until adoption or return of parent custody and until the case is closed. There have been many cases where I am the only constant in a child’s life while the courtroom and social services faculty sometimes seems ever changing.” A large portion of children in care are the ages of five and under says Chaffin. “Can you image a young child trying to process these very adult situations with an ever changing panel of faces offering help and then disappearing.

Consistency brings so much to the table for a child trapped in circumstances beyond their control.”

“I am amazed and inspired by the Advocates who donate their time for the children in our community.

These are ‘every day normal’ people who have decided to do something extraordinary for the world. It takes a little bit of courage to stomp your foot and say ‘I am going to be the change in this world that I want to see’.

I am so thankful for all of our Advocates and I encourage everyone to explore the possibility of becoming a CASA,” offered Chaffin.

The First Annual Hats Off To CASA was held last year and Gray was asked if the prize for the craziest hat should be a Kindle Fire or something comparable.

She shrugged it off and suggested a small token prize, because their money is needed for greater things, “Until I won,” she laughs, “then I wanted that Kindle Fire. But, all jokes aside, there is a grand perspective to be gained in being a CASA Advocate. I thought I had problems in my life, but through the beautiful children that I have come to know and love, I have seen what real problems are and have watched them rise above real heartache; my life is all the better for their presence in it.”

Come join the fun at the Second Annual Hats Off To CASA while helping with a great cause and find out more about CASA. The Red Apple Inn will host the Second Annual Hats Off To CASA on October 4

from 6 to 9 p.m. The Red Apple Inn is located at 305 Club Road in Heber Springs. Call Colleen McKenzie at 501-691-3231 or email her at casa16th5@hotmail. com to purchase tickets. Call Angela Chaffin at 870613-1379 or 870-262-8031. Email her at casa16ind@ gmail.com for more information about CASA and how you can become a part of such a worthy cause.

I would like to thank these courageous ladies for their time and for the invaluable work that they do for Independence County and other precious communities like it. N

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Eye On Feature Anytime is the Right Time...and Place Kimberlee Thomas/ Janelle Shell

Staying healthy is something I spend more and more time thinking on as I age. I don’t want to spend my golden years sorting pills out into neatly labeled plastic containers…three in the A.M. slots, two in the P.M. slots, to be taken twice a day, seven days a week. I would much rather spend my time actively playing with my grandchildren and traveling with my husband. It seems the more I visit with my friends about it, I discover they are thinking the same thing. But that is the catch; we have to do more than just “think” about it. Eating right and daily exercise is key to staying healthy both physically and mentally. But doing it all on our own can be so overwhelming, what are we to do?

I visited recently with Michael Johnson, of Anytime Fitness in Batesville. Michael explained that he and his wife, Jill, opened the Batesville franchise on September 3, 2009. They are co-owners and operate the business together. I wanted to know why they chose to open a fitness center. Johnson explained that although Batesville had great workout facilities, they did not have a 24 hour access facility or anything of its caliber. “We saw a need for cutting edge strength training and cardiovascular equipment that would be available for people to access whenever it’s convenient for them. As time goes on, our schedules seem to get busier and busier. We wanted to provide people with a way to workout and not be limited by time.”

I asked Johnson why being physically fit was so important to him, “One thing people may not know about me is that I used to struggle with my weight. There was a point in my life when I weighed 300 pounds. I finally got fed up and was ready to commit to doing something about it.” Johnson began working out in January 2000 at his home. He started reading and educating himself on different ways to workout, build muscle, and overall obtain a healthy lifestyle of food choices. He joined his first gym in the summer of 2001 and soon after was employed there. Johnson married his wife, Jill in 2005, “We made and instant connection since we were both into fitness.”

Johnson later worked at a second gym until the summer

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of 2009 when he had the opportunity to join in with the construction of Anytime Fitness. “Opening Anytime Fitness was a perfect fit for Jill and me. We both enjoy working out and helping others to get fit and stay healthy,” explained Johnson.

A few years ago he was involved in a very bad motorcycle accident. “The accident really got my attention.

Through my injuries, Jill never left my side. It was a struggle but God used it to draw us closer together as a couple. A lot of couples say that they couldn’t work with their spouses. We are just the opposite.” The couple hardly spends time apart and they like it that way. They share a desire to help their members obtain a healthier way of living. Johnson shared, “It’s not just about building muscle and losing weight. It’s about something deeper than that.

We get the chance to meet so many great people and hear their stories. I have the ability to relate to those who are intimidated by working out. We get to see lives being transformed and people building up their confidence.”

The Johnson’s also enjoy partnering with a number of the great non-profit groups of Independence County. Johnson stated, “Our clients help us support Special Olympics, Stuff the Bus school supply drive, MDA Truck Pull (we happen to be reigning champions), the Angel Tree project and so much more.”

Anytime Fitness is the number one co-ed fitness franchise in the world, boasting over 2 million members worldwide. It offers convenience, affordability, and a fun atmosphere. The greatest benefit of being a member of Anytime Fitness is that your pass-key will access over 2500 gyms around the world. Johnson shared, “That’s an incredible advantage. Believe me, when Jill and I are on vacation, we MapQuest the nearest Anytime Fitness location to take advantage of working out on the go.

Walking into another Anytime feels like a home away from home.” At every Anytime Fitness location you can work out on your terms, fitness has never been easier.

The Batesville Anytime Fitness location is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month. The gym has recently

undergone some renovations, some of which were mandatory to keep in line with franchise rules. Others were decided upon by the Johnson’s. “It’s been great to remodel our location to better serve our clients. We took this opportunity to completely remodel, upgrade and update the entire look of the club. We installed a new bathroom and placed new ceramic tilling in the existing ones. We changed out the carpet with a new style and color.

We added a new display case for merchandise which was formed into the rock wall surrounding the office. It’s a nice change,” expressed Johnson. One of Johnson’s favorite new features is the Inspirational chalk board wall, visible when you first enter the gym. The gym has added to their original collection of equipment over the past five years, new items include; treadmills, stair climbers, upright bike, recumbent bike, spin bikes, four weight machines, and a 24 hour on request fitness classroom.

Exercise is not only important for physical wellbeing but for ones mental state of mind as well. Johnson explains, “There are so many physical benefits of exercise from increased mobility, added strength, stability, and your ability to recover from illness or injury quicker. The mental benefits are great as well. Exercise is a great stress reliever.

It also strengthens the mind and helps with resilience and boosts a person’s confidence.”

It does not matter if you are young or old, physically fit or a couch potato, the Johnson’s encourage you to come and visit with them at Anytime Fitness. They can help you plan out an exercise routine that is just right for you. Anytime is the right time to make your move toward a healthier lifestyle. Visit www.AnytimeFitness.com for more information about the benefits of joining.

“Jill and I appreciate our members so much and are blessed to live in a great community that supports our business. There is definitely something here for everyone and we look forward to helping clients develop healthier lifestyles – Anytime!”

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Is a Pickle Still a Pickle Without the Dill?

Susan Shawver

The answer is yes. Pickle is any “brine, vinegar, etc. used to preserve or marinate food” according to Webster’s New World Dictionary. Ah, but when asked, “Do you want that with a pickle?” what do most Americans expect on their plate? A DILL PICKLE! That’s right and since this is the time of year when many gardeners are harvesting cucumbers to make this delicious treat, we will consider dill, commonly known as the pickling herb.

Dill is a hardy annual with fine, threadlike, blue-green leaves. The erect, hollow stems are topped by flattened clusters of tiny yellow flowers that in turn produce 1/8 inch seeds. Dill normally grows 2-3 feet tall and spreads 1-2 feet; but, there are dwarf varieties available. Because dill grows tall and has an ornamental look it is a nice addition to flowerbeds as well as in kitchen gardens. Its fernlike foliage makes a great compliment to flowering plants and its yellow umbrella-like flowers are attractive.

A culinary herb that is said to improve the appetite and digestion, dill has a slight caraway taste that works well in salads, soups, sauces, and savory breads, but pairs especially well with fish. It is also known as dillweed and dillseed.

It is a native to the Mediterranean and western Asia.

Dill still grows wild in the cornfields of Mediterranean countries. It is now naturalized in North and South America.

Dill is from the family of Apiaceae and carries the botanical name of Anethum graveolens. The name comes from dilla, the Norse word for “to lull or soothe,” and was once used to induce sleep.

In ancient Rome, fragrant dill garlands crowned returning war heroes and aromatic yellow flower wreaths hung in banquet halls during festivals. During the Middle Ages dill was used as a protection against witchcraft and mystics could combat an “evil eye” spell by carrying a bag of dried dill over the heart. Early settlers took dill to North America and gave the seed to children to chew during long sermons to prevent them feeling hungry. They called it “Meeting House Seed.”

Plant dill in full sun to part shade in moist well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0. Wherever you place your dill, be sure to pick a permanent spot. Dill will self-sow each year if seed heads are allowed to develop. Plants are fragile so sow seed in an area protected from wind or be prepared to provide support for the tall stalks. It is considered difficult to grow indoors because it will become leggy, soft and prone to disease.

Dill is best grown from seed sown directly into the garden. It has a taproot that is singular and spindly like a carrot. One hollow stalk comes from the root. Seed is viable for up to 3 years. At the time of our last frost in spring, sow seeds only 1/8 – 1/4 inch deep since they need light to germinate.

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seeds, so plant seeds in spring and repeat every six weeks.

Keep cutting the plant for use to promote new growth and keep the plant reasonably compact. Even so, it is considered short lived.

Plant dill with cabbage, onions, and lettuce since it is supposed to enhance their growth. Do not plant near fennel because they will cross pollinate and their flavors will become mixed.

Do you want more butterflies in your garden? Dill is a favorite of butterfly caterpillars so be sure to plant enough for you and them. Other than the caterpillars, watch for aphids and slugs. Also, greenfly may appear if the dill is crowded.

If you want to harvest dillweed, look for the ‘Hercules,’ ‘Tetra Leaf’ and ‘Dukat’ varieties. The ‘Dukat’ dill is from Denmark. Harvest the sweet leaves before the plants bloom for best flavor.

If you are growing for seed, look for the ‘Long Island Mammoth.’ If you are wanting something for your containers, try a dwarf variety like ‘Fernleaf’ or ‘Bouquet’.

And, if you are looking for the best yellow bloom clusters for flower bouquets, try the ‘Vierling’ variety.

In order of strong taste or pungency, remember the dillweed (leaves) is the mildest, then comes the flower head, and lastly, dried seeds.

Leaves are used fresh and dried in salads or sauces and with fish, eggs, and poultry. Seeds and leaves are used as pickling spices (Martha Stewart puts a whole flower head in each pickle jar). Cooking diminishes dillweed’s flavor so add it to hot dishes just before serving. Or, since seeds have a stronger flavor, try using them in longer-cooking recipes.

When mincing, preserve the delicate flavor of dillweed by snipping it with scissors rather than ripping it with a knife. Store fresh leaves in a plastic bag in the refrigerator.

Dillweed is easiest to handle when frozen on its stem. As needed, simply snip some off with scissors and return the rest to the freezer. Or to dry, spread leaves thinly on a paper towel and microwave them to retain good color and fragrance and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. But use dried leaves quickly since they tend to lose their flavor faster than freezing.

Harvest the light brown seeds when the flower matures (2-3 weeks after blossoming). Seeds on the lower side of the flower head will be ripe, while the others will ripen as they dry. Put seed heads in a paper bag to dry and catch the seeds as they are released.

I like to add a pinch of fresh dill to potato salad, egg salad for sandwiches, cooked carrots, and new red potatoes.

Although not a fan of Gravlax (pickled salmon), I do like a little dill on smoked salmon. Dill Sauce is great on any fish but especially on grilled or sautéed salmon. So look outside the box and remember dill is not just for pickles anymore. N

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Susan Shawver

This year the mosquitos seem to be everywhere.

The July Southern Living Magazine reminds us to change the water in birdbaths weekly. Could it really be that simple? My curiosity on this subject lead me to the internet where I found many suggestions for mosquito control but I loved this final comment by one blogger: “Now I’m going to let you in on a little secret. None of the above things that we’ve just discussed are at all necessary. Neither the oil, the donut, nor the wiggler are needed to prevent mosquitoes. And why is that you ask? Because it takes at least a week, and probably longer, for a mosquito to go from an egg to adult. That means all you have to do is change the water in your bird bath once a week and you’ll never, ever have to worry about mosquitos in your bath. Potted plants can be a much greater source of breeding mosquitoes than any bird bath. Those little saucers that we place under flowerpots, to catch extra water, are a great breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Keep an eye on those. That’s my little gardening tip of the week.” Anybody out there use flowerpot saucers? Duh! Oh, and if you see it on line, it must be true, right?

The August Better Homes and Gardens Magazine had something I don’t remember ever reading. In regard to harvesting herbs, I have always read the leaves

should be picked in early morning. BHG says, “Mint is the only exception – harvest leaves at midday when the oils are at their peak.” I learn something new every day.

The August Southern Living Magazine states, “’Endless Summer’ hydrangea may rebloom, but it isn’t really a tough plant. It needs frequent watering and periodic feeding to keep it blooming in the South.” Wish I would have known that before I paid top dollar for and planted mine. This year mine have been beautiful but it is the first year I can say that. SL suggests ‘Little Lime” and says it is easier to grow. So if you are thinking of planting new hydrangeas, you might want to check that out.

Dave’s Gardening Weekly Newsletter for 6/30/14 gave a good Latin lesson on punctata (pronounced punk-TAH-tah). It said, “Punctata is from the Latin punctatum meaning pointed, which refers to spots or dots found on the leaves. Monarda punctata, Spotted Beebalm, is a great example, with spotted leaves. This specific epithet is used to describe dotted features on both plants, animals and insects.” An easy way to remember this is to connect it to our word “punctuation” which comes from the Latin word that means to mark with points or dots. So next time you see a plant with spots or dots on the leaves look for the word “punctate” in the botanical name. Marie Fowler would be so proud of us. N

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Lamb - Mayhue Wedding Kimberlee Thomas

Courtney Brooke Lamb and Douglas Cole Mayhue met through a mutual friend via Twitter on September 27, 2012. The two hit it off and went on their first date that weekend. Over the next fourteen months Courtney and Cole enjoyed spending time together hiking, working out, seeing movies and hanging out with friends. According to Courtney they took their time and really got to know each other, “We officially became a couple on November 15, 2013.”

By April 2014 Cole had decided he was ready to ask Courtney to be his bride. He and his father spent several days in search of the perfect ring. Courtney recalls, “He told me they were looking for a backhoe. I remember thinking what is so hard about picking out a backhoe?” After finding just the right ring, Cole made the all-important visit to Courtney’s parents. With approval granted he headed from Searcy to Little Rock to make his proposal. When Cole arrived at Courtney’s apartment, he asked her to get ready to go have dinner.

“I got ready to go and just before we left Cole said, ‘I got you a ring, here!’ He slid a little green rubber key marker on my finger and asked me if I liked it!” Courtney was more than a tad bit surprised, “I told him it was a little too bright for my taste and that it was too big. He kept acting like his feelings were really hurt that I didn’t like

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it.” After a few moments Cole reached in his pocket and pulled out the real ring he had so carefully selected, “Well, how about this one?” Courtney was in total shock.

Of course the answer was, “yes!”

Since the couple had planned a destination wedding in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, their travel agent advised them to have a civil service state side.

They signed their marriage license on June 19, 2014.

Courtney shared, “We picked that date because it is both of our parent’s wedding anniversaries.”

On July 24, 2014 Courtney and Cole were united in marriage in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Marcos Parucker presided over the double ring ceremony. Their parents were in attendance. Courtney walked down the aisle to “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri.

The couple also shared in a sand pouring ceremony symbolizing the blending of two unique lives into one inseparable union.

“We honeymooned at the beautiful Hard Rock Resort and Casino in Punta Cana. We spent time snorkeling, lying by the pool, and we even swam with sharks. Our butler was amazing. We had a blast,” shared Courtney. Upon their return home the couple was joined by family and friends for a fun filled reception.

The couple currently resides in Little Rock. Courtney is a nursing student in the RN-BSN program at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Cole is currently farming in Holly Grove. He is also a certified personal trainer.

Courtney explains, “We love working out, traveling, hiking and camping. Our future plans include buying a home, traveling, and then starting a family!” N

Smith’s Verdict ****

A Simple Plan

Reviewed by Tanner Smith The title of the thriller “A Simple Plan” represents a form of irony. There is no simple plan. Every time the characters think they’re following a “simple plan,” things just get more complicated and difficult as they go along. The plan ends with disastrous results.

Nothing is simple in this movie.

The film takes place in the winter in a small, rural Midwestern town. The protagonist Hank (Bill Paxton) is a nice, bright man living a happy life with his wife Sarah (Bridget Fonda). He has everything he believes a happy man should have, which he states in an opening narration—a lovely wife, a decent job, and people who like and respect him. Then one day, something happens that changes his life. As he, his mentally-slow brother Jacob (Billy Bob Thornton), and their rowdy, drunk friend Lou (Brent Briscoe) stumble through the woods, they come across the wreckage of a crashed plane, where they find a duffel bag filled with money—millions of dollars in cash.

Amazed by this discovery, the trio is split about what to do with it. Hank wants to do the reasonably smart thing and turn it in to the authorities to let them handle this. Lou believes that nobody has to know and that they should all keep the money. Jacob has no opinion—he’ll just go along with whatever his brother and friend agree on. Lou acts as the devil on Hank’s back—“It’s the American Dream in a gym bag and you wanna walk away from it.” Hank tries to counter by saying, “You work for the American Dream. You don’t steal it.” Lou and Jacob think that since the money probably belonged to some drug dealers, then it’s no problem if they keep the bundle for themselves.

Reluctantly, Hank agrees to hide the money until they’re sure no one’s looking for it or the plane.

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Then they’ll all split it. In the meantime, Hank keeps the money in his house and lets his wife in on the secretive “simple plan.” Sarah becomes Hank’s silent partner in keeping the money hidden and making sure that no suspicion is present.

This seems like a relatively harmless and, for lack of a better word, simple plan. Hank is undoubtedly the most responsible in the group and as long as Jacob and Lou keep it a secret (and they will, if they want to keep the money), nothing should go wrong.

But Sarah suggests that Hank return $500,000 to the plane, so that whoever’s looking for the money won’t be suspicious if they find the plane. OK, a little roadblock. Easily fixable, right?

Wrong. Everything you think can go wrong with this plan goes wrong from that point on. There are consequences, mistrusts, further complications, and the whole situation just becomes a disaster that Hank has to face. Oh, and just when you think everything is finally going to go right, they still have a way of turning around. The money is still around and it will always be a problem. Hank’s right—“You don’t steal the American Dream,” no matter how easy it may seem at this moment.

“A Simple Plan” is an ingenious thriller that plays with tension and storytelling. The screenplay was written by Scott Smith, based on his novel, and it’s brilliantly written in the way it handles this bizarre situation and its further implications. The director was Sam Raimi, who wonderfully portrays the small-town life in the surface of the growing tension between the characters. He keeps the suspense alive. He also uses a snowy backdrop for a chilling atmosphere, much like how the Coen Brothers handled their environment in “Fargo.” (Incidentally, Raimi asked the Coens for advice in filming in this weather.)

“A Simple Plan” faces its moral implications head-on. In order to keep the plan a secret, a

character has to do something horrible to help it remain a secret. And then, the characters are forced with the crisis of what they’re going to do, and their decisions bring additional complications for them to handle. The characters deal with it, they talk about it, they have discussions, etc. And we, as an audience, are involved and brought along to follow the story, wondering how they’re going to get out of this.

The performances are flawless. Bill Paxton brings an everyman quality to the role of Hank, and he’s easily identifiable. This is why when paranoia and deception sometimes takes over in his mind to the result of a horrible deed, we feel sorry for him.

We’re hoping that things will turn out okay for him.

Brent Briscoe is suitably slimy as Lou, who winds up demanding his share of the money soon enough.

Bridget Fonda is ultimately solid as a woman who starts to take charge of the situation for the good of her husband.

But in an ensemble cast of flawless performances, one that will undoubtedly catch the most attention is Billy Bob Thornton as Hank’s dim-witted but good-natured brother Jacob. Thornton is absolutely perfect in this film. Playing Jacob by walking a fine line between gentle and psychotic, Thornton delivers a striking portrayal of a slow-minded man who learns to think faster than he has before, and actually has his moments of revelation as well—probably more than what can be said for the other characters who

attempt to go on with this secret. Thornton is always appealing in this role, and sometimes even quite haunting.

“A Simple Plan” is a superb thriller with greatly effective storytelling and great acting. It’s an involving story from beginning to end—suspenseful, tense, stylistic, complex, and plausible. And just remember—if you think you can get away with something like thievery, just remember to think about what you’re getting yourself into. There is no simple plan. N

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Tales Of a Transplanted Fashionista Foster Farms Leigh Keller

Some people go to the lake for the 4th of July, but on a whim, we got to visit Foster Farms with Nana and Papa that morning. Mike and Lisa Foster go to church with my parents, and while I had met them previously, I did not know just how wonderful they were.

It is rare that I find another person who is just as crazy about animals and animal rescue as we are. Their journey to having a mini farm started a few years ago with one duck, who was injured and crippled. They took in Mr. Duck and nursed him back to health. Then they set themselves on the pathway to being little farmers, by adding a goat, Thumper, who of course needed a princess goat wife, Jasmine, a few years later. Add in some chickens, roosters, kitties and dogs and you have a magical place that Cole did not want to leave.

Mike and Lisa Foster have been married for seven years, and while he says the animals are “all her�, he must be an animal lover too. When you first pull onto their property you do not notice the farm behind. Cole had visited before with his Nana, so he knew right where to lead me. As you turn the corner of their home you see lots of happy animal faces who look eager to meet you. I am clearly not partial to any one kind of animal since we have both dogs and cats.

And in the past, I have owned iguanas, bullfrogs and ferrets (great apologies to my college roommates who survived my vegetarian years with exotic pets), but I cannot resist a happy doggy face and tail wag. I noted on our visit the two resident dogs on the farm were friendly and happy to see us, and seemed to get along well with all

of the other animals too.

We had come there initially to see the goat babies, since Cole has talked to me nonstop about them since he first met them last month. But I was not prepared for the amount of love for animals I witnessed on Foster Farms. To think their love for animals all started with one cute duck who was crippled and abandon and in need of love. Add an intimidating looking goat (who has a weakness for saltine crackers), and then they just went from there. Lisa says that a year and a half ago, they wanted fresh eggs, so of course they added some sweet hens to the mix.

Lisa comes by her love of animals naturally. Her mother would always rescue injured raccoons and squirrels. She believes, like we crazy Kellers do, that you cannot just simply abandon an animal because it is injured or old. Animals are capable of feeling emotions, and get very attached to their humans. Lisa was born in Clinton and grew up in Batesville.

Her husband Mike, is a musician, playing full time with Nick Fudge and the Roadshow Band, and also filling in with the Lockhouse Orchestra when he is needed. While he says that Lisa is the animal lover, he clearly gets some joy out of their sweet herd himself. Lisa has three adult children, as does Mike, making them a happy Brady Bunch of sorts. While Lisa never set out to have a farm, she says that her animals are her therapy, and that there is nothing more peaceful than simply being with her animals. I can relate to that because most of the time my pets are my constant companions, guiding me through some of the toughest times of my own life. When foster farm...continues on page 29

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Things To Do September Classes Make a Burlap Wreath. Deann Castleberry will show you how to make your own burlap wreath. Bring ribbon, balls, bows, decorative items of your choice and a group of friends to have fun. Fee: $10 plus supply fee $20, payable to instructor on first night of class. Date: September 30, 6-8 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 242. See email and phone number below.

Intro to Microsoft Excel 2013. Learn to use the ribbon, toolbars and menus; open, create and modify simple workbooks and worksheets; manage files in backstage view; work with data tables; and perform simple calculations.

You must be able to navigate your desktop and have basic computer skills. No textbook required. Gayla Dahl, instructor. Fee: $55. Dates: Tues/Thurs, September 30, Oct 2, 7, 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 222. See email and phone number below.

Performing Payroll in Quickbooks 2014. Preparing payroll in any small business can be a daunting task.

Whether you have one employee or 20, the federal and state requirements are often the same! However, by using the payroll feature in QuickBooks 2014, you can master efficient techniques for creating paychecks, paying taxes, and generating forms and reports quickly and easily. Enroll in this instructor-led online class for $89. Scott Paxton, instructor. To register, visit this link: www.ed2go.com/ uaccb. Type the name of this course in the search bar. For more information, contact 870.612.2082 or email katrina. stevens@uaccb.edu.

October Classes UACCB Free Cyber Security Symposium - Large companies and governments are moving aggressively to protect their computer systems. UACCB will host a Cyber Security Symposium on the UACCB campus in the Nursing and Allied Health Building Lecture Hall on October 7, 2014 from 1 to 4 p.m. The Symposium is designed to raise awareness of the often-serious breaches in cyber security. Mr. Casey W. O’Brien, the Director and Principal Investigator of the National CyberWatch Center, will discuss “Cybersecurity Education Solutions for the Nation”.

The symposium is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register please email or call Lynn Bray at lynn.bray@uaccb.edu or 870-612-2080. Registration deadline is September 30.

Hunter Education Classes: October 4, 2014 8:30 a.m.6:30 p.m. Nursing Allied Health Building, Room 902 To register for Hunter Education, contact Mary Zirkle at 501-345-0367.

Lap Quilting. Learn how to quilt. Bring ½ yard of

your favorite 100% cotton fabric, ¼ yard of 2 or 3 other fabrics or scraps, and an 18-inch square of batting. You will need hand quilting thread, scissors, pins and needles.

You will make a block that can be turned into a pillow, a wall hanging or add more blocks to make a quilt. Cindy Gillmore, instructor. Fee: $30. Dates: Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16, 6 -8 p.m. UACCB Annex Building, Room 402. To register, contact 870-612-2082 or email katrina.stevens@ uaccb.edu.

Tactical Combat Survival (TCS). TCS is an instructional class with the goal of reducing participants’ odds of being a victim of a violent crime. TCS combines lecture with interactive hands-on training of the physical techniques.

Legal responsibilities and consequences are discussed in relation to the training provided. Ages 18 and up. Shihan Don Gregory, full range close combat instructor. Fee: $40/ individual or $60/couple. Date: October 4, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

UACCB Annex Building, Room 404. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Cake Decorating. Julie Gosser, owner of Julie’s Piece of Cake, will teach the fundamentals of basic cake decorating.

Using buttercream icing, you will learn to ice and smooth cakes and ice and fill cupcakes. You will drop flowers, make stars, rosettes, shell and bead border, a shaggy mum, regular roses, ribbon roses, leaves, piping, writing and more. Deadline to register: September 19. Fee: $40 plus supply fee $80. Supply fee payable to instructor on first night of class. Dates: Mondays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, 6 -8 p.m. UACCB Fine Arts Building, Room 603. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Sign Language for Beginners from instructor Diann Anderson. Fee: $45 plus textbook (inquire when registering). Dates: Mondays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 6 -8 p.m. UACCB Row Johns Building, Room 801. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Beginning Digital Photography. Instructor Jim Krause, co-owner of a local art business, will teach students the basic functions of a DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) camera. The class will teach the photographer to get away from using the camera’s “auto” functions and move into using the “manual” functions of the digital camera. You will need a digital camera with a SLR body and lens, the camera’s user manual, and a journal for taking notes. Fee: $50. Dates: Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21, 28, 6 - 8 p.m.

UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 242. To register, contact 870-612-2082 or email katrina.stevens@uaccb.edu.

Basic Knitting. Bring one skein of knitting worsted weight yarn in a color that is neither too dark nor too bright. Knitting needles will be provided. Lisa Krause, instructor. Fee: $25 plus supply fee $7, payable to instructor on first night of class. Dates: Tuesdays, October 7, 14, 21, 28, 6 - 8 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 802. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Learn How to Coupon from instructor Deann Castleberry. Fee: $15. Date: October 9, 6 - 8 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 242. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Intro to Microsoft Word 2013 from instructor Elizabeth

Turner. No textbook required. Fee: $55. Dates: Tues/ Thurs, October 14, 16, 21, 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 223. To register, contact Katrina from # and email above.

Conversational Spanish for Beginners from instructor Tim Bennett. Fee: $65, plus two paperback books to be purchased at the UACCB Bookstore, one reference resource and the other, a short novel. Dates: Tues/Thurs, October 14, 16, 20 (see note*), 23, 28, 30, November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 5:30-7 p.m. *Note: The 2nd week of class will be held on Monday October 20, instead of Tuesday that week. UACCB, location to be announced. To register, contactKatrina from # and email above.

Keyboarding/Mouse. This basic beginning class will help you become familiar with the key components of the computer and practice your keyboarding skills. Lisa Albertson, instructor. Fee: $15. Date: October 21. 4 - 6 p.m. UACCB Main Campus Building, Room 217. Contact Katrina from # and email above.

All Over Independence The Joy of Living Women’s Community Bible Study The Joy of Living women’s community Bible study will be starting up again this fall on September 2, 2014.

This is an area wide interdenominational study which has been meeting since 1983. As always, they will meet every Tuesday during the school year from 10 a.m. till 11:30 a.m. at West Baptist Church, 1100 North Central Avenue in Batesville. This year, they are pleased to announce a night class is being offered as well at Fellowship Bible Church,at the Landers Theater, 332 East Main Street, Batesville from 6:30 p.m. till 8 p.m. The ladies will be studying the life of David in “Seeking a Heart Like His” written by Beth Moore.

Child care is available. Please call 307-1342 or 8058049 to register. All ladies are welcome!

Main Street Farmers Market Join the fun Saturday, September 13 from 8 a.m. to Noon in the Main Street Pocket Park. Email jeallo16@gmail.com or call 208-869-1445 for more information.

Northwest Arkansas Steak Cook-off Bikes, Blues & BBQ to host first Steak competition in the Arvest Ballpark in Springdale, Arkansas on Saturday, September 27 from 1 to 7 p.m. Teams or individuals interested in competing should visit BaconBowl.net.

Team registration is open until Friday, September 19.

Monthly Fish Fry and Chicken Dinner The Hutchinson Mountain Community Center at 3370 Camp Tahkodah Road will be hosting their monthly Fish Fry and Chicken Dinner on Friday, September 5 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost for adults and children 12 and up is only $10.00. Children 11 and under eat FREE. Buffet, drink, and dessert are included. Take-out is available $10.00 for adult and $5.00 for children. For more information you may call 870-251-3458. The center is also available for rental by

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7th Annual Car Show The River City Cruisers Car Club in Batesville, Arkansas present the 7th Annual Car Show on Saturday, September 13th at Riverside Park. There is a $20 entry fee, top 100, best of show for antiques, classics, muscle cars, trucks, street rods and late models. Visit www.rivercitycruiser.net N

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Danell Hetrick Representative James McLean handed Mayor Rick Elumbaugh a $40,000 check on July 31. The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce successfully applied for the Community Enhancement Grant from the Arkansas Department of Rural Services on behalf of the City of Batesville. The funding will be used to purchase aquatics play structures for the new community center aquatics park.

Mayor Elumbaugh said of the award: “Successful community projects depend on the commitment of local organizations and collaboration between local and state governments. These relationships will keep our community moving forward into a healthy and productive future.”

Representative McLean agreed, saying, “I am proud to support community projects and that continue to promote healthy and active communities.”

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Faces Thrivent Financial ribbon cutting.

The Terry Sims Diamond Sports Complex ribbon cutting, held on Thursday, August 7, was a huge success!

Coach Sims--as he is still called by many of his friends and former players--was surrounded by family, friends and many members of the community as the baseball and softball complex just north of Batesville (formerly the North Complex) was dedicated to his influential career and commitment to the Batesville area. Sims and his family generously donated the land on which the new MLB-replica fields were built.

During the ceremony, Mayor Rick Elumbaugh praised Sims for his dedication and service to the Batesville area and recalled many memories that involved Sims's positive influence. The mayor also asked other attendees to share their recollections, and person after person approached the podium to convey respect for the beloved community leader.

Terry Sims is a former Batesville High School football and basketball coach, and he directed Batesville's summer baseball program for ten years. Sims also served as the City of Batesville Parks and Recreation Director throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

Ribbon cutting for The Countertop Store.

The recent grand opening of Bodyfit.

Above, the 2014 T Tauri Movie Camp Cut Paper Stop-Motion Animation class.

BACC Membership Director Mandi Curtwright and her son Easton spent August 2nd encouraging Walmart shoppers in Batesville to donate to this year's United Way Stuff the Bus campaign.

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First Community Bank Wraps Fire Truck Luanne Gregory Educating children about fire safety is an important part of what the Batesville fire department does. To enhance the education process, the department has recently purchased a new engine, which received a new “Pioneer Nation” wrap thanks to First Community Bank.

“We frequently see reports across the country about families or friends who have been saved by the quick thinking of a child who learned about how to handle an emergency from fire safety training

through their daycare or school,” said Ronnie Painter, assistant fire chief for the Batesville Fire Department.

“When we needed to devote one of our engines to fire safety education, First Community Bank generously offered to help us out.”

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Bilingual Insurance Agent Joins Team at Community Insurance Professionals Luanne Gregory Community Insurance Professionals, Inc., a subsidiary of First Community Bank, has announced the appointment of Bill Oliva as an independent agent for the organization’s Batesville location. The announcement was made by Anthony Clark, vice president and manager of the agency.

According to Clark, Oliva began working part-time for First Community Bank in 2007 while still attending high school and continued with the organization throughout his education at UACCB. Born in California, he and his mother moved to Batesville in 2004 to be closer to family.

“Because Bill is fluent in Spanish, he has often been called on by departments at First Community Bank to interpret for Spanish speaking customers,” said Clark. “I noticed that when he sat down and began talking with customers, they suddenly relaxed and became at ease with any

financial issue they were facing. Not only is it important for non-English speaking customers to have someone they can trust to explain insurance options, it is also imperative that they understand the types of insurance they are required to have by law. Bill is great at this type of interaction with customers and in a short period of time, has already proven to be a great asset to our agency.”

“When Anthony approached me about accepting a position with Community Insurance Professionals, Inc. as an agent, I jumped at the chance,” said Oliva.

“Growing up with a parent who has limited command of English has made me aware of how important it is to offer fair and reliable services to non-English speaking customers. I am committed to providing my customers with the same kind of service that I would want my mother to receive.”

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WRMC Offers Free Prostate Exam Annie Solis

According to statistics from the Arkansas Department of Health, an average of 2,000 Arkansas men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year and nearly 300 die of the disease. Chances of surviving prostate cancer are over 90% if diagnosed early, which is why getting screened is essential.

Fortunately, White River Medical Center (WRMC) in Batesville, along with the generosity of Drs. John Allgood, Hunter Brown, Robert Emery, and Muhammad Khan, provides a prostate cancer screening each year at no cost to men throughout the region.

WRMC and participating physicians will host the annual Free Prostate Cancer Screening on September 9th from 5pm until 8pm in the Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging.

The Free Prostate Cancer Screening is held in honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in American men.

Men should be screened beginning at age 50. African American men or men with a family history should be screened beginning at age 40.

“This is a very important screening for men. It is offered at no cost, is discreet and quick, and best of all, it allows the men who participate to have peace of mind for an entire year,” said Michele Wood, Director of Marketing

at WRMC. The event is in its 17th year and has benefitted hundreds of men throughout the region. Last year, a total of 288 men participated in the event.

“Many physicians, nurses, phlebotomists, staff, and hospital volunteers willingly donate their time and skills to ensure that the Prostate Cancer Screening takes place,” said Gary Bebow, White River Health System (WRHS) CEO. “They make this event happen, and we are grateful for their support.”

WRMC offers several treatment options for men suffering from prostate cancer including Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), da Vinci® prostatectomy, brachytherapy (a form of radiation therapy), and cryotherapy (a treatment method using cold temperatures). Men should consult an Urologist to discuss treatment options.

Times are still available. To reserve a screening time, call (870) 262-1780 or email Michele Wood, Director of Marketing, at mwood@wrmc.com.

To learn more about prostate cancer including symptoms and risk factors, visit WRHS’ health library at healthlibrary.whiteriverhealthsystem.com and search ‘Prostate Cancer’.

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Generations Gold Drives Business to Local Merchants Luanne Gregory

Emilee and Anthony at Big's

Two on-going challenges of owning a hometown business are making shoppers aware of your products or services and continually encouraging people to shop locally. In addition to working with local business owners and offering consumer friendly accounts, First Community Bank has added Generations Gold, a new optional account feature. Designed to help consumers save money on almost everything, including groceries, vacations, movie tickets, restaurants and healthcare, the program also advertises services for local businesses, who in turn, provide money saving discounts to Generations Gold

cardholders.

“When First Community Bank opened seventeen years ago, we made it our goal to look for ways to support and grow our communities,” said Dale Cole, chairman and CEO of First Community Bank. “Programs like Generations Gold do not come along every day. Not only does this plan have an identity theft/ security program for our customers, it offers tremendous discounts at dozens of local businesses and it’s packed with many money saving features that can easily offset the $4.95 monthly fee.

Before we rolled out this program to our customers, we asked our employees to try it first. They absolutely love it!

We’re so certain that our customers will love it too, we are making it available with a 60 day free trial.”

Generations Gold is offered to customers of First Community Bank exclusively in the markets the organization serves. While Generations Gold cardholders must have a personal checking account at First Community

Bank, business partners can be any local business who wishes to offer a discount and receive free advertising in return.

“Sometimes it takes more than great food to make it in the restaurant business. Customers have to know where you are and have a desire to come and check out your meals,” said Anthony Babbini, one of the owners of Big’s Restaurant of Batesville. “As a new restaurant, we are working hard to provide quality food and service that will keep us in Batesville for the long haul. Since we became a Generations Gold business partner with First Community Bank, approximately five customers each day come into our restaurant and ask to use their GenGold discount. If we are getting that kind of response from bank employees, we can’t wait to see how our business grows as the program is offered to the public.”

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people let you down, animals love you unconditionally (as long as you remember to share part of your sandwich with them).

Sometime during our tour of their beautiful farm, we met Mrs. Dorla Foster, the matriarch of the Foster family.

She is, of course, also an animal lover. She keeps some of the most beautiful roosters I have ever seen! Cole had one all picked out for us to take home, I’m sure the neighbors would have appreciated the built in neighborhood alarm clock. I personally loved the “Easter Eggers” who lay colored eggs.

God’s handiwork is always so amazing to me.

I am so thankful for getting to meet sweet people like the Fosters, the world needs more souls like them. Although I loved the animals, my favorite part of the farm has to be Lisa’s quiet spot, a pond of Lotus flowers right through a patch of trees. I certainly would turn that into my writing/ reading/therapy spot for at least my morning coffee time. N

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First Community Bank Luanne Gregory

Tom Massey has been hired to head up Community Business Resources, a business consulting division of First Community Bank. The announcement was made

by Dale Cole, chairman and CEO of First Community Bank.

“Members of our professional banking team often work with business owners and entrepreneurs who come to them for a loan to start or grow a business,” said Cole. “No matter how great the business concept, it is necessary for a successful business venture to have both a sound financial partner, like First Community Bank and a solid business plan. We believe that Tom Massey is someone who can help business owners bring those two necessary components together. He has a proven track record of identifying business challenges and implementing plans for greater success. I am confident that the services he is providing will prove to be an invaluable resource for local business owners and managers, strengthening Batesville’s business community and economy.”

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who make up this great community. Small business ownership has always been at the heart of the American dream and I’m excited to do everything within my ability to help business owners achieve that goal.”

Massey graduated with a BA from Lyon College in 2003 and later received his MBA from UALR/Bethel University. He and his wife, Jenny are the parents of twins, Madelyn and Moly and a son, Jackson. Jenny is the director of sales and marketing for Suddenlink. The couple are members of Compass Church, where Tom leads the college group.

Because restaurants often reflect the vitality of an area, Community Business Resources’ first public seminar focused on current restaurateurs and those who have plans to open a restaurant. Steve Lucchi, wellknown as a part of the successful team who implemented the Whole Hog Cafe chain of BBQ restaurants was the keynote instructor for the class.

Community Business Resources will soon be launching two additional programs to benefit local small business owners. In coming weeks, the organization will introduce Moving Business Forward, a business blueprint mentoring program, which will offer grant opportunities and dedicated loan programs for small business owners. Ten thousand dollars have been dedicated for the first allocations. Grant

winners will be chosen from a panel of impartial judges and award amounts will range from $500 to $2,500. For full rules and details of the grant program, including the criteria for awards, email a request to movingbusinessforward@ firstcommunity.net.

The second program by Community Business Resources is Alliance, an educational and networking program based on the principle that communities who share knowledge, experience and resources are more effective.

Developed to help local business people work together to achieve great things, each Alliance group will collaborate for a six month period to

further develop business skills and growth. Alliance members will meet with fellow business owners once a month. They will benefit from oneon-one business coaching sessions, quarterly financial and marketing reviews, and two seminars, including one led by well-known and respected business leader, Steve Abercrombie. All positions for the first Alliance group have been filled.

Additional groups will be formed in early 2015.

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Arkansas Craft School Lucia Vinograd

On September 6 and 7 wood artist Alan Carter will show you how to create Split and Suspended Vessels.

You must see his work to understand the elegance of this work. His art is exquisite! This craft form steps away from functional into pure sculptural beauty.

Local hero Dave Smith was highlighted in the recent issue of Stone County Living magazine, for his off the grid life style in his log home.

He is offering a workshop on Dove-tail Log Construction September 12 – 14 at his Bear Pen Farm near Fox. The same weekend, back in town, Kip Powers will be turning some wood and showing a lucky few how to construct beautiful Boxes using a Two Piece Approach to Hollow Vessels...

September 12-14 Rug Hooking can be folksy or contemporary. The style is up to you.

Aileen Anderson will be sharing her skills on September 13-14.

The art of Bobbin Lace began in 16th C Italy and provided a lucrative income for women throughout 17th C Europe. JoMichael Stoddard will be offering a workshop on this historic art form September 19-20 Master bladesmith Jim Crowell is offering 3 students personalized attention in Introduction to Knife Making at his studio in Timbo

September 19 - 21 Do you love the sound of a dulcimer? Have you ever wanted to make your own? The very popular John Van Orman will be returning to teach you how to Construct a Mountain Dulcimer on September 22 – 26.

Have you ever seen the intricately designed Russian Easter Eggs? This is the Ukranian folk art form of Pysanky.

These magical eggs were used to protect households from evil spirits and keep the world safe from the havoc and destruction of a horrible evil serpent. Join Bob Byers in saving the world by learning this wax-resist technique of egg dying September 27 $ 28.

October 4 and 5: Crochet Hat Making with Maureen Skinner October 10 – 12: Mohair Saddle Cinches with Pop Wagner October 10 – 12: Introduction to Papermaking with Debbie Jolly October 17 -19 Wood - Easy Hollow Forms & the Ogee Bowl w/ John Keeton Please like us on Facebook!

All classes run from 9am to 4pm cost and locations vary. For prices and more information on these and other upcoming classes, as well as registration forms and scholarship applications, visit the

Arkansas Craft School’s website, www. arkansascraftschool.org Students may also sign up for classes by calling Lucia Vinograd at (870) 269-8397.

The Arkansas Craft School, located in Mountain View, Arkansas is dedicated to the education of aspiring and practicing craft artisans for success in the Creative Economy. The Craft School partners with Ozarka College and Pulaski Technical College, who offer Continuing Education credits for all Craft School courses. Support for the Arkansas Craft School is provided, in part, by the Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, and the National Endowment of the Arts. N

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New Educators Told Teaching Is An ‘Awesome Responsibility’ Chuck Jones

About 100 teachers, administrators, school board members and local business leaders attended Citizens Bank’s Second Annual New Educators Breakfast which was held recently in the Edwards Commons Building on the campus of Lyon College.

“You made the right decision to be a teacher; you’re making a difference,” said Bob Watson, the featured speaker. Watson was an

Bob Watson, former El Dorado Superintendent.

educator for more than 40 years who served as superintendent of the El Dorado School District nearly 30 years until his retirement in June.

“You’re going to make an impression on the young people in your care; they’re going to feel your heart,” Watson said. “You will play a big role in the lives of these children.

It is an awesome responsibility. But you have made the right decision to be a teacher.”

The Citizens Bank New Educators Breakfast recognizes new teachers joining the faculties of schools in the Batesville, Southside, Cedar Ridge and Midland school districts, as well as Lyon College and the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville.

This year’s event also welcomed two new area superintendants:

Gary Anderson at Batesville and Dewayne Wammack at Midland.

After a buffet breakfast, each new teacher was introduced by one of their administrators, and presented a gift bag with items donated by Anytime Fitness, Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce, Carlee’s Hallmark, Century 21 - Cindy Cooke, Citizens Bank, Deni’s Inspirations, Jane’s Creations, Just Chillin’ Frozen Yogurt, Living Spaces, Maurice’s, Nails Spa, Natalie’s, Schwegman’s Office Supply, Sonic on Harrison Street, Southern Tire Mart, State Farm - Kenny Allen, State Farm - Renee Martin, UACCB, Vernon - Amy Beth Anderson and White River Health Systems. N

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Experiencing God in the Everyday A Case of the Mondays Pastor Chad Grigsby

Mondays.

They come around every 7 days. Whether we like it or not Mondays are just a part of life. No one says, “I live for Monday!” Many of us drag ourselves out of bed after the weekend and our only aim is to survive until the next one. We are living the 1980s classic pop song by Loverboy, “Working for the Weekend.”

But is this the way life is supposed to be? If we are honest, we believe there is more to life than this. And there is! So, why do we feel this way?

Work.

Typically, work is seen as a necessary evil. It is a means to an end. We don’t live to work we work to live. The goal of every employee is an early retirement. But is this the ideal design and function of work in our lives?

The Bible has much to say about work.

From Genesis to Revelation work is not only discussed but also commanded. No passage is more clear on the nature of work than Genesis 2:15. “Then the Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.” God placed Adam in the garden to work. Now, keep in mind, this is BEFORE sin entered the

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world and marred every good gift of God, including work.

Genesis shows us that work is good. God is working. Man, who is made in his image, is working as God’s representative on earth. God forms and fills and then he places man in the world to form and fill. Work, therefore, is generally good.

So what has happened to work? Why do we loathe it so much and think of it at best as a means to an end (paycheck, etc.) and at worst something simply to be endured?

One word: sin.

When sin entered the world, work became more difficult. God told Adam in Genesis 3:17-19, “Cursed is the ground because of you; in pain you shall eat of it all the days of your life; thorns and thistles it shall bring forth for you; and you shall eat the plants of the field. By the sweat of your face you shall eat bread, till you return to the ground, for out of it you were taken; for you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”

Sin broke work. And since then it has been something to be endured rather than something to be enjoyed. Sin makes work hard, complicated, challenging, and frustrating. And in this way, we tend to demonize our work.

But there is another extreme when it comes to work that sin has brought into the world. Not only do we tend to demonize work but we can also idolize it. We can not only work too little but too much. We can pursue wealth, status, influence, power, and all sorts of things with our work. Work can go from a good thing to an ultimate thing. It can go from being a good gift of God to a God substitute. And that is something work was never intended to be.

Sin has left us with the worst case of the Mondays ever.

What is to be done about this? Well, it’s already been done.

When God worked in creation, he built in a day off every 6 days. He called it the Sabbath and it was designed to be a gift for us to enjoy. An obvious question when it comes to work is are we resting? Do we take days off and vacations?

Are we balancing work and rest?

But another question, a deeper question, must be asked. Because many of us need a vacation from our vacation as soon as we get back. Vacations and days off can only do so much. We need to go deeper. We need to look at our hearts. The only way for us to really see our work the way we need to is through the gospel of Jesus. He is our true “day off,” our true “vacation,” our true “Sabbath.” Until our hearts find their rest in him and what he has done for us, we will continue to either demonize or idolize our work.

Until he is our ultimate thing and not our work, we will continue to be out of balance. That is something that time off simply can’t fix.

We must lay down our idols of demonizing or idolizing work and find in Jesus everything we need. Only then will we be rid of the Mondays for good!

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The Aspirations of a Muse

Water Carnival Coloring Contest Allison Phelps

Joseph Thomas Her voice was the texture of sunshine through a warm window, lighting up the pieces of the world often unseen.

Her song was that of the grassy green Spring mornings blanketed in dew and poised with the potential energy of limitlessness. Flavored with layers of choice and will power unharnessed by most. Her eyes shone with that voice, with that song and those silent words that make up ones vibrance and character in the moments between words expressed. Her expression was happiness personified and I longed to be the muse that could conjure such awakenings with maintained longevity...and so I became. N

Applications for Apple Now Being Accepted Hannah Keller Applications are now being accepted for the APPLE Project Upward Bound--a federally sponsored TRiO program for high school students, grades nine through 11.

APPLE Upward Bound serves young people who desire a college education but know they will require help with academic skills, study skills, personal guidance, career and financial counseling, and other factors important for preparing them for an education beyond high school.

Eligibility for the program is based on financial need and family educational background.

This program is hosted by Lyon College, and participants attend a weekly session on the campus during the school year and a six-week residential program during the summer. Applications are available at the following high schools located in Independence, Jackson, Stone, and Sharp Counties: Batesville, Cave City, Cedar Ridge, Midland, Mountain View, Newport, Southside, and Tuckerman. Applications are also available online at apple. lyon.edu.

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The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce will launch a coloring contest with local elementary schools to promote the 2014 White River Water Carnival.

Each elementary school student will receive a coloring sheet to take home and color. The BACC is asking local businesses to be display locations for the students’ artwork and exchange colored sheets for one token per sheet. On Saturday, September 13, the tokens can be redeemed for a FREE carnival ride during the 71st Annual White River Water Carnival.

Allison Phelps, BACC Events Coordinator said, “We are excited to get the local youth involved in promoting this historic community event for the Batesville Area.

The business community has been open to displaying the colored sheets in their office windows and we are thankful for their support.”

If you would like for your business to be a display location, please contact Allison Phelps at (870) 7932378 or allison.phelps@mybatesville.org for details. The final display locations will be printed on the coloring sheets on Thursday, August 21.

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Roberts named Foundation Director at WRHS Annie Solis

Gary Bebow CEO of White River Health System (WRHS), is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Roberts of Batesville as WRHS’ Foundation Director.

As Foundation Director, Roberts is responsible for the advancement of the WRHS Foundation through effective leadership, cultivation, implementation and administration of Foundation activities, fundraising programs, and donor development.

“Amanda is very involved in the community and she has extensive experience in fundraising and grants,” said Bebow. “There is no doubt she will be a great leader in the director role.”

“I am excited about the opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to contribute to the success of WRHS.” said Roberts. “We have a

very dynamic, motivated team in the Foundation, and I look forward to seeing what we accomplish together.”

Roberts is the chair of the Worship Committee at the First United Methodist Church in Batesville. She also serves as a member of the Whole Child, Whole Community Legislative Research Committee and a member of the Batesville Kiwanis Club.

She and her husband Robb have a daughter, Mia. The White River Health System Foundation supports the healthcare mission of White River Health System through charitable giving, grant writing and fundraising events. Gifts to the foundation are used for the development of new clinical services, scholarships for health professionals and capital building projects. For information on how your charitable

dollars can make a difference, please contact Amanda at (870) 262-1927 or via email at aroberts2@wrmc.com.

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