Hazen School Board hears new laws, sees agri plans
The Hazen School Board met on Monday June 8 to discuss the year’s successes, and to consider necessary district-wide policy changes.
After the approval of the last month’s minutes and the district financial reports for May 2025, Superintendent Andy Barrett presented a video created by Wendy Perry of the year’s activities.
Barrett reported that Angie Cagle was awarded the $2500 Arkansas Merit Pay for student test scores for a second time. He also reported that Ms. Pennington has been accepted to the the NIET's Arkansas Lead Pathways Designation to earn the Lead Professional Educator Designation. This program will ensures she will have the skills and knowledge needed to be a successful lead teacher
in our school.
The Hazen High School Student Voice Team were on the Bell to Bell
No Cell panel at the Whole Child Summitt held at Bryant High School. The students attending discussed the new “no cell phones at school” law passed by the legislature. Several teachers were recognized for their years of service in the district:
Lucas Tenison - 5 years
Pam Chandler- 10
years
Kim Anderson- 20 years
Stephanie VanHouten20 years
Lucinda Munnerlyn25 years
Lyndi Kerr - 35 years
Barrett also told the board that several new laws had been passed by the Arkansas Legislature concerning schools which calls for some policy changes in the district. One of the
changes concerns the qualifications to speak at a school board meeting. Speakers must be a resident of the district and a parent or legal guardian of a Hazen student. Speakers must sign-up on a sheet 10 minutes prior to the meeting and may not speak for more than 3 minutes. Comments cannot prejudice the board toward students or employees.
There also will be changes regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in school. According to the law, AI ”may be used to assist with administrative tasks, such as lesson planning, scheduling, data analysis, and managing student records, final decisions impacting students or employees must involve human oversight.”
Students will not be allowed to bring any type of personal elec-
tronic device to school beginning next year. This includes cell phones, paging devices or beepers, mobile phone with advanced computing and internet, digital media players, portable game consoles, tablets, notebooks or laptop computers, digital cameras, digital video or audio recorders, Smart Watches, and any device that can connect and transmit data through Bluetooth.
Barrett said that his office is still working on how to implement this new policy.
Other policy changes state that eligible employees will receive up to 12 weeks paid leave for: the birth of a child, placement of adoptive child under 1 year of age in home, and the foster placement of a child under 1 year of age in the home.
To be eligible, employees must be full-time
female employees employed for 1 year immediately preceding leave, the leave must be taken within first 12 weeks for maternity purposes, and the employee can not have been disciplined for leave abuse in the prior year. The board also looked at and discussed options for the new agri building, one of which would place the building across the street from the high school between Livermore Street and Hazen Avenue. This would require tearing down two, and possibly three, houses. After an executive session the board hired summer student workers and Rita Smith as the new district bookkeeper. The next meeting will be held on Monday, July 14.
Thursday
The Prairie County Quorum Court on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The meeting was called to order by Judge Holloway. Those in attendance were Justice Calhoun, Justice Payne, Justice Eans, Justice Childress, Justice King, Justice Stallings, Justice Willeford and Justice Hooks. Justice Smith was absent. Judge Holloway reported that the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Officer Arin Boothe will meet with FEMA on Thursday to see if the county can meet the $37,000.00 threshold.
The county will also have a new Veterans Affairs person, T. Sloan Henderson, beginning on June 23, 2025. This will be state funded.
The state will pay the county $1,900.00 per
quarter, and Henderson will be paid from that for her work. Prairie, Monroe, Arkansas and Phillips counties will share this VA Officer.
The Judge also stated that the court will have more information in July on the pilot program when Equalization Board Members Terrell Sutton & Paul Dickson attend the meeting.
The roads are getting better. Basically, everything is in good condition after the flood. They are grading roads now.
Justice Stallings mentioned that if the county sends someone to school for CDL, they need to sign something that says that they will pay for any expenses for the schooling to work on the road crew.
The budget meeting met and gave reports on
all the County General accounts, seeing more revenue now than they have in previous years. It is in the negative $122,971.41. Jail Operations and Maintenance Fund (3017) was in good standing. They billed the state $30,000.00 for 309 prisoners. All the reports will help with budgeting. Arin Boothe and Morgan Mason have all the invoices for pipe accounted for.
Ordinance 2025-8, an Ordinance for the procurement of two new 2025 Dodge Durango’s for the Sheriff’s Department was passed. Ordinance 2025-9, an Ordinance to amend Ordinance 2025-1 to equip two 2025 Dodge Durango’s also passed. Ordinance 2025-10, an Appropriation Ordinance providing additional funds to and amending the personnel positions and salaries for Jail Operations and Maintenance was passed, and Ordinance 2025-11, an Ordinance providing for a contract for the lease purchase of equipment (Motor Grader) for the Road
Department, was also passed.
Resolution 2025-4, a Resolution authorizing the County Judge of Prairie County to apply for a grant on behalf of Prairie County for a Community Assistance Grant for the Prairie County Emergency Communication Project, was passed. A motion to adjourn was made by Justice Willeford and seconded by Justice Stallings. Roll call was done, and the meeting wass adjourned.
Prairie County and the Grand Prairie
Members of the Hazen High School Student Voice Team participated in the the Bell to Bell No Cell panel at the Whole Child Summitt held at Bryant High School.
Maurice Glen Hinshaw, Jr
Maurice Glen Hinshaw Jr, a man of quiet strength, compassion, and unwavering faith, passed away peacefully at his home in Griffithville, AR on June 6, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Locust Grove, OK on July 6, 1934, to Maurice Glen Hinshaw, SR and Pearlie Olive Childers Hinshaw. Maurice graduated from Des Arc High School in 1952 and proudly served his country in the Army. He married his beloved Jewel on December 20, 1957, in Chicago, IL. Over 59 years, they built a life filled with love and shared joys. Maurice lived a life committed to his family, his work, and his church. Maurice was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. After his military service he worked for Bill Payne Land Clearing as a heavy equipment operator and for Ingram Brothers Farms. He retired after a 28-year career with the AR Highway Department, beginning as heavy equipment operator and ending as Assistant Area Supervisor. He was a true friend to many, known for his quiet demeanor and compassionate heart. Maurice's life was
deeply rooted in his faith. He was a longstanding member of the Judson Memorial Baptist Church in Griffithville. Over the years, he held several positions within the church, including deacon, and remained a dedicated Sunday School teacher until his death. Beyond his work and service to the church, Maurice was a man of simple pleasures. He loved attending auctions of all kinds and found peace and tranquility in fishing in his spare time. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife Jewel, parents Maurice and Pearlie, a brother George Cather, and sisters Louise Hinshaw and Edna Cobb. His memory will be cherished by his sons Maurice Glen (Connie) Hinshaw III of Palestine, TX, William Howard Hinshaw of Des Arc, AR, Wade (late wife Cynthia) Hinshaw of Bogue Chitto, MS, daughters Dee (Glen) Parson of Heber Springs, AR, and Jennifer (Kenny) Pasley of Lonoke, AR. He also leaves behind his brother Norman Colwell, sister Frieda Patton, and a host of treasured grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Maurice's legacy will live on in the hearts and lives of those he touched. Visitation was held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 from 12:00 PM2:00 PM at the Judson Memorial Baptist Church followed by the funeral service.
Gale R. Tipton Jr
Gale R. Tipton Jr., 78,
of Lonoke, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025 at the VA Hospice Center in Little Rock.
Gale grew up in England, Arkansas where he enjoyed being on the family farm with his grandfather, hunting, playing sports, racing around in hot rods, and living life to the fullest. He was a big Razorback fan and loved to watch as many games as possible on TV.
Gale proudly served his country in the Air Force serving in Vietnam. Gale went on to have a variety of careers as a young man before beginning the career he was most proud of, owner of Four Winds Ventures. He served as a Safety Consultant to many companies throughout the United States and was considered an expert in his field. Gale wrote many policies and guidelines based on his expertise. He loved his work and continued to do it up until his passing. The people he met through his years of work were not only clients but many became his dearest friends. Gale loved to travel with these friends and his family as often as possible.
Gale was preceded in death by his mother, Lorene Orlicek; his father, Russell Tipton; and his grandparents, Gus & Clara Orlicek.
Gale is survived by his only son, Daryn Tipton; his grandson, Nash Tipton; and his halfbrother, Gary Wood; as well as many other family members and dear friends. He will be remembered as someone who never met a stranger and will be
missed deeply by all who knew him. The family will hold a private graveside service on Friday, June 20, 2025 beginning at 10:00AM in the Czech National Cemetery located in Hazen, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers they are requesting donations to the Arkansas Special Olympics organization in honor of Gale’s grandson, Nash; or donate to your local Veterans Association in honor and memory of those who have served and continue to serve our country.
Sharon Ann (Mitcham) Plummer
Sharon Ann (Mitcham) Plummer left her earthly home on May 26, 2025 at Springhill hospital in North Little Rock.
Sharon (Mitch) was born December 31, 1949 to Mr. and Mrs. James (Gladys) Mitcham in DeValls Bluff, Ar. where she lived until she married Norman Plummer in June, 1981. She was a 1967 honor graduate of the DeValls Bluff school and got her Cosmetologist license at Arthur's Beauty college in Stuttgart the following year. Sharon worked in the Beauty business in Hazen until her marriage. She and her Air Force husband traveled many places during the next few years and welcomed their only child. Aron Darcy, while in Greece. After his retirement, they moved back to Arkansas where she continued civilian military work in Little Rock.
Sharon is preceded in death by her parents
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and her husband. She is survived by her son and her sister Paulatte (Bobby) Moore of Stuttgart. Her memorial was held in Oaklawn cemetery in DeValls Bluff on June 14, 2025 by Westbrook funeral home in Hazen.
Mary Virginia Prince Holloway
Mary Virginia Prince Holloway, 91, was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Billy Joe, on May 26, 2025.
Ginny was born, August 9,1933 to the late Jasper Benjamin Prince and Mary Love Mann Prince. She had been a resident of Chambers Nursing Home in Carlisle, Arkansas since August 2018. She was married to Billy Joe Holloway on December 17, 1949. They enjoyed 68 years together until his death in March 2018. The family they built together included one son and two daughters. The third of nine children, Ginny quickly learned the value and necessity of hard work. She worked in the cotton fields and later in the school cafeteria at DeValls Bluff until her retirement. Not one for being idle, she worked weekends as a cook at her brother’s restaurant in Brasfield. Cooking was Ginny’s love language. Her dumplings were always requested for church potlucks and family gatherings. Sunday dinners for the family were known as “the feast”. A faithful mem-
ber of the Brasfield Methodist Church, she taught children’s Sunday School for many years.
Family who will cherish Mary Virginia’s memory include: Son: Billy Dean Holloway and wife Karlyn of Austin, AR, Daughters: Mary Jo Fortune and husband Jackie of Jonesboro, AR, Rhonda Hill and husband Billy of Hazen, AR, Four Grandchildren: Natalie (Justin) Martin, Madison (Bradley) Harper, Hannah (Jamie) McDonald, Tiffani (Damon) Burns, Fourteen Great Grandchildren: Logan Fortune; Olivia, Grant, Meredith Martin; Stetson Harper; Hayden and Ethan McDonald; Justin, Zoi Ross; Luke, Natalie, Layden, Cody, Hailey Burns, One Great-Great Grandchild: Kolsyn Burns, One Brother: Jack (Carolyn) Prince , One Sister: Rosie White, Two Brothers In Law: Bobby (Joyce) Holloway, Travis (Hazel) Holloway, One Sister In Law: Carolyn Gurley Prince, And a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Ginny was preceded in death by her brothers, James Prince, J.B. Prince. W. O. Prince and Billy Ray Prince; her sisters, Geraldine Allsup and Betty Stringfellow and a granddaughter, Ashli Fortune Alderson. Visitation was held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 29 at Brasfield Methodist Church with services following at 2:00 pm. Burial was at the Biscoe Cemetery.
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GP Quilt Society June meeting DeValls Bluff Council finalizes sale of bank building
By Lisa Mills
The DeValls Bluff City Council met on June 2th. Mayor Darlene Connor, Recorder/Treasurer Marcus Metcalf, and Council members Scott Troy, Carol Griffin, Shirley Goff, and Pam Del Giorno were present. A resolution was passed authorizing the mayor to sign documents necessary for the sale of real estate. The mayor will be authorized to sign all necessary documents to transfer the bank prop-
erty to Keith Mooney.
Attorney Mike Stuart reported that the sale should be closing within a week.
Police Chief Jeremy Murphy reported that there were 11 arrests and 11 traffic citations in May. He also stated that the new police vehicle is in the process of having all the necessary equipment installed and should be ready soon.
The council approved a building permit for Lana Fraser to remodel a house at 896 Hazel Street.
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met Wednesday, June 11, 2025 for their regular meeting at the First Christian Church's fellowship hall, Stuttgart, with 5 members present. Shelley opened the meeting with the Thought for the Day, "No, my sewing room is NOT messy. I just have everything out on display....like a museum." The May minutes and treasurer's report were given. June Happy Birthday greetings were extended to: Marsha, Michele and Cindy....Happy Birthday!
Old Business: The June field trip to the Little Rock fabric shops will be next Wednesday, June 18. Everyone will meet at the church at 9:00 to carpool to Little Rock.
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New Business: Our annual Summer Quilt Day Camp will be June 26, 27, & 28 at the church....bring your projects, extension cords, sewing machines, and a sack lunch. Be prepared for lots of fun and fellowship. Come join us. Shelley also mentioned a Fall trip to visit the Quilt Trail in Arkansas. She will see what sites are in South Eastern Arkansas and will report back at the next meeting.
Show and Share: Daphne shared her secret project from last month. She had made some quilted, scented coasters. The coasters have a secret pocket in the back for a cinnamon packet made from interfacing and cinnamon. When used with a cup of hot tea or cof-
fee, the cinnamon aroma is released for a pleasant experience. The members then adjourned to peruse several tables of fabric remnants....everyone found something for a future project. They will have a second chance to find that special something at the day camp. The next gathering will be June 26, 27, & 28 for our Summer Quilt Day Camp with the July meeting being a Sit 'n Sew on July 9, Come join us.
Daphne's quilted, scented coasters.
Daphne showing the cinnamon packet insert in the coaster.
This week, several members of the Arkansas House of Representatives traded their suits for aprons and served meals, not in the Capitol, but at the annual Serving Up Solutions fundraiser.
This event supports the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance, and proceeds go directly toward grants for food banks and soup kitchens across the state. It’s just one way lawmakers are stepping up to fight hunger, both through volunteerism and through policy.
In the most recent legislative session, the
General Assembly passed several key measures aimed at reducing food insecurity in Arkansas.
Act 1008, the Grocery Tax Relief Act, will exempt groceries from state sales and use tax starting in 2026, making healthy food more affordable for families across the state.
Act 123 guarantees free breakfast every school day for all students in Arkansas public schools. The law directs funds from medical marijuana taxes to support this effort.
To further expand access to nutritious
meals, Act 870 created the Healthy Food Retailer Program. This program, managed by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, offers funding to grocery stores and retailers who commit to bringing fresh, healthy food to underserved communities.
Food donations also received a boost. Act 942, the Food Donation Liability and Immunity Act, offers protection from civil or criminal liability to those who donate or distribute food in good faith, encouraging more businesses and individuals to give.
Additional legislation included Act 714, which extends sales tax exemptions to school cafeterias managed by third-party vendors.
With Act 529, Arkansans now have the explicit right to grow vegetable gardens on their private property—another step toward establishing local, sustainable food sources.
Arkansas State Senate Report
By Senator Ron Caldwell
LITTLE ROCK –Arkansas ranks first in the nation in election integrity, according to the most recent study by the Heritage Foundation.
Last year Arkansas ranked number eight. At a press conference at the Capitol, the Governor, the Secretary of State and members of the legislature announced the newest ranking.
They attributed the state’s moving up in the rankings to prioritizing in recent years the passage of laws that secure the integrity of voter registration and processing ballots.
According to one senator, the Heritage Foundation rankings have long been the gold standard for comparing how well states prevent voter fraud.
Arkansas scored 91 out of 100 on the recent scorecard, including 20 out of 20 in the category of voter ID implementation. We scored three out of three in granting access to election observers, four out of four in verification of citizenship of voters, three out of three in requiring identification of people who assist others to vote and three out of three in prohibiting
election officials from receiving pay or benefits from private sources.
Arkansas scored six out of six in how we monitor voter registration to prevent fraud. For example, Arkansas does not allow registration on the same day as elections.
Requiring voter registration ahead of an election allows more time to verify the accuracy of applications.
However, Arkansas scored 26 out of 28 in the category that measured the accuracy of voter registration lists. One negative score was for not including photo-
graphs of voters on the lists of registered voters, where they are kept electronically. The legislature’s approval of Act 840 of 2025 may correct a negative score in the Heritage rankings. The act allows the Secretary of State to share voter registration lists with federal courts, which use them for jury selection. In return, the courts will notify the state of ineligible voters such as non-citizens, convicted felons, dead people or non-residents of the state.
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By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
A year after resurrecting the Hazen senior high girls basketball program, the team has a new coach who is a local.
Brianna Austin coached the Lady Hornets a year ago, winning four games after not having a team for several years. Boys coach and Hazen High School graduate Lucas Tenison is taking over the reins of the girls program.
Tenison is starting his sixth year coaching at Hazen. He’s coached almost every sport for the Hornets, including football, boys and girls basketball, baseball and weightlifting.
“I do a little bit of everything,” he said.
“Last year was my first year doing senior high boys basketball.
“I just go where ever I’m needed and what is best. I want to do what is best for the kids. I’m
an alumnus. I want to do what is best for the kids and the school.
That is the way I look at it.”
Tenison is a 2015 graduate of Hazen High School. He is a graduate of Arkansas State University in Jonesboro with a degree in agriculture business.”
Tenison became a teacher going through the non-traditional certification from the Arkansas Department of Education.
“I went through the APPEL program and I got all my coaching endorsements that way,” Tenison said, referring to the Arkansas Professional Pathway to Educator Licensure through the department of education.
Tenison said it’s a great feeling coaching and teaching at his alma mater.
“Coming back home and being around where you grew up is a great feeling,” he said.
The Lady Hornets and Junior Lady Hornets played in a team camp last week at Clarendon.
“I would say that the junior high will be more seventh and eighthgrade dominant,” Tenison said. “They are young, and they are hungry. They are taking in everything right now, and they want to win. I feel like they can compete. If they keep working and hard this group stays together, they will be able to do something when they get in senior high.”
There are eight on the senior high roster this summer.
“They work hard,” Tenison said. “They are trying to get better every day as well. I tell them every day that there is no reason why we can’t make it to regionals. We cannot take any days off. We’re getting better every day.”
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The new-look Carlisle Bison football team went 7-0 to win a 7-on-7 tournament Friday at Episcopal Collegiate School in Little Rock.
The Bison beat Mountain View in the championship game. They also played Baptist Prep, Des Arc, Conway Christian and Episcopal. Bison coach Gary Wilson was encouraged by his team’s play.
“We didn’t have a lot of super close games,” Wilson said. “We competed really hard and covered things really well. Offensively, I thought we did an excellent job, especially our quarterback.”
Wilson is referring to
junior quarterback Baylor Hauk, who is taking over the reins after the previous quarterback transferred schools.
“He grew up a lot throughout the day,” Wilson said of Hauk.
“We moved Baylor to quarterback in the spring, and he’s done everything we’ve asked him to do. He’s getting better every day. He’s got some really good guys to throw to so that helps.”
Receiver Cajuan Pernell stands out, according to Wilson.
“We’re talking about a guy who looks the part,” Wilson said of Pernell, who is 6-3 and 200 pounds. “Coach BJ Harrison has him catch-
ing pretty much anything that hits his hands. He runs his routes really well. I think he’ll be one of the better receivers in the state, for sure.”
Wilson also spoke highly of receivers Bentley Parker and Michael Spingola.
Defensively, the Bison did not give up any big plays during the tournament. Wilson said he was encouraged by the play of his secondary, including Spingola and Josh Elliott at cornerback.
“Coverage-wise, it was right all day,” Wilson said. “Mason Boyle and Bentley played really well at safety.”
Area Players picked as all-stars
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
Several players from the Grand Prairie Herald coverage area have been selected as all-stars.
In previous years, allstar games were played in Conway at the University of Central Arkansas. The games, which were sponsored by the Arkansas High School Coaches Association, will not be played this year, but the all-star teams were still selected to give more accolades to the players involved.
Football players selected were Gabe Boyle and Kaidon Clingmom of Carlisle High School. Daviyon Bell of Des Arc was also selected.
Des Arc football coach Brandon Barbaree was selected as an assistant coach. In softball, Carlisle’s Jessa
was selected for the East squad. The plan is to have features on all the players selected in the coming weeks of the Herald.
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Hazen girls basketball coach Lucas Tenison talks to his team during a team camp last week.
The City of Des Arc is looking to hire a Water Treatment Plant Operator. The Water Operator is under the direction of the Superintendent and the mayor. Plays a crucial role in operating, managing and maintaining the water treatment plant. Must possess water treatment licenses (Grade 2 to 3 preferable), excellent work ethic, strong leadership skills, and have a deep understanding of water operations and practices. Must be able to com-
Des Arc Utilities is currently looking to hire a Utility Clerk. The Utility Clerk is responsible for the administrative maintenance of the Utilities billing system and will perform business office customer service duties. The Utility Clerk should have the ability to plan and organize work with frequent interruptions, have effective written and oral communication skills, and the ability to maintain proper working relationships with co-workers, management and the public. This position requires a high level of self-motivation. The Utility
mute well and send in reports required by various agencies to maintain the city compliance with all required standards set forth by these entities. Will be expected to repair water lines, stop leaks, pull meters, install meters, and make taps for new services. This is an hourly position and includes full benefits. For more information, please call City Hall at (870) 2564316. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 107 S 3rd Street in Des Arc, AR.
Clerk calculates, posts, and processes transactions and other finance and support functions. The position requires a technical background in computers. The Utility Clerk reports directly to the Office Manager and works closely with the Elected and Appointed Officials, Administrative Staff, and the general public. This position is a fulltime hourly position with full benefits. For more information, please call City Hall at (870) 256-4316. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 107 S 3rd Street in Des Arc, AR.
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The City of Des Arc is currently seeking a Code Enforcement Officer. The part-time Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for the enforcement and compliance of City Code and Zoning laws. The officer performs a variety of technical duties including but not limited to: conducting field inspections to identify violations, responding to complaints, removing illegal signs, and working with those non-compliant properties/busi-
nesses to come into compliance. This officer serves as a resource and provides information to the public, property owners, residents, businesses, and other city departments. The officer reports directly to the mayor. Some knowledge of computers and recordkeeping is required. For more information, please call City Hall at (870) 256-4316. Applications may be picked up at City Hall at 107 S 3rd Street in Des Arc, AR.
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Prairie County 4-H Hosts Successful Gardening Camp
By Amanda Sinkey, Prairie County 4-H Program Assistant
Prairie County 4-H held its annual Gardening Camp on June 10th and 11th with help from the Prairie County Master Gardeners. The camp welcomed youth from across the county for two days of fun, education, and hands-on gardening experiences.
Campers learned about plant propagation, seed
identification, and the importance of pollinators in our environment. In addition to educational activities, participants enjoyed painting flower pots and creating garden-themed crafts to take home. The event was a great success thanks to the dedication of the Prairie County Master Gardeners and the enthusiasm of the youth involved. Up next, Prairie County 4-H will be hosting a Luau-themed Day
Camp in July! The fun will be split over two days: July 8th for Cloverbuds (ages 5–8) and July 9th for youth ages 9–12. Campers can expect tropical-themed games, crafts, and activities designed to keep them learning and having fun during the summer break. For more information or to register for upcoming events, contact Mrs. Amanda, Prairie County Program Assistant, at 501-288-1499.
Hazen High School has announced its 4th Nine Weeks Honor Roll. The honor students are: 7th Grade: Levi Bacon*, Olivia Bogy, Harper Cook*, Braydon Davies, Jacob Geisler*, Lauren Harris, Twylla Harsson, Pierce Henderson*,Luna Horton, Gabriella Jenkins, Austin Kee, JaCoby King, Trace Martin*, Wyatt
