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Community Calendar of Events
Monday August 11
Carlisle School Board meeting 6:00 p.m.
Hazen School Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday August 12
Quorum Court meeting Annex Building 6:00 p.m.
Dementia Care Giver meeting 10:00 a.m. Senior Center Hazen
Thursday August 14
DeValls Bluff City Council meeting 6:00 p.m. City Hall
Tuesday August 19
Hazen Big Trash Pick-Up
Carlisle City Council meeting 6:00 p.m.
Des Arc City Council meeting 6:00 p.m.
Thursday August 21 Hazen City Council meeting 6:00 p.m.
August 25
Des Arc School Board meeting
August 28 Commodities hand out at Hazen Methodist Church 10:00- noon
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Caldwell fundraiser held in Stuttgart...
A lunch fundraiser for District 10’s State Senator, Ronald Caldwell, was held at the Stuttgart Country Club on Friday, August 1 beginning at 11:00 a.m. Caldwell is Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development and is a member of Revenue Taxation. A large group of supporters attended the event. (Picture courtesy of Rick Dobson.)
Des Arc School Board approves updates, new hires for year
By Lisa Mills Correspondent
The Des Arc School Board met on July 21st.
Superintendent Marc Sherrell, High School Principal B.J. Paschal, Elementary Principal Stacy Childers, and board members T.J. English, Billy Hinson, Johnny Reidhar, Jordan Smith, and Drew Widener were present with Charlie Brown joining by phone.
Superintendent Sherrell reported that current enrollment is
pushing 640. He gave an update on the construction of the concession stand and restroom remodel at the football field, saying that the roof is on and work is starting on the inside. He said work is still on schedule to be finished by football season.
A motion was passed to hire Julia Gross as a cafeteria worker sub. A motion was passed to hire Cynthia Cooper as a long term sub for second grade.
The purchase of two new copy machines was
Lisko awarded BA degree from U of A
Lauren Lisko of Hazen graduated with a Bachelor of Science and was among more than 5,500 graduates earning a degree and a spot for their name on Senior Walk.
The University of Arkansas honored its most recent graduating class with a series of spring commencement ceremonies at Bud Walton Arena and Barnhill Arena, and the School of Law's ceremony at the Fayetteville Town Center. Chancellor Charles Robinson emphasized the significance of this milestone for students and the broader community, "Graduation is not just a celebration of academic achievement, but a testament to the resilience and hard work of our students, the dedication of our faculty and staff and the steadfast support of loved ones who helped make this day possible. As these students step into the next chapter of their lives, they carry forward the spirit of
excellence that defines the University of Arkansas. We are proud to recognize their accomplishments and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in Arkansas and beyond."
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas provides an internationally competitive education in more than 200 academic programs, more than 100 major fields of undergraduate study, over 90 master's programs and more than 50 doctoral programs. The university is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the nation and as one of the few colleges and universities with the highest level of research activity.
Recordings of all ceremonies are available on the U of A YouTube channel, and printed program books are available online. For more information for families and guests, please visit commencement.uark.edu.
approved. They will be purchased from Capital Technology Group for $7,900 each.
A motion was passed to approve the Personnel Policies for 2025-2026 year, as presented. A motion was passed to approve the 2025-2026 school handbook.
The proposed Budget of Expenditures for 20262027, prepared by First Security Beardsley, was approved. A motion was passed to retire a list of assets from the 20242025 year.
Prairie County Quorum Court meets to revise water resolution
The Prairie County Quorum Court held a special meeting on July 29 at 5:00 p.m. at the Des Arc Courthouse Annex to pass a resolution for a water upgrade on Livesay Road to WRE. A previous resolution had been passed but needed to be upgraded. The change in the resolution will allow Judge Lawrence Holloway to apply for a grant under the Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program. There was no other business, and the meeting was adjourned.
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On Saturday, July 26th, Officer Joey Foster of the Hazen Police Department responded to a serious multi-vehicle accident on Interstate 40. When he arrived, he found an individual who had lost a lower limb in the crash. Acting quickly, Officer Foster borrowed a belt from a bystander and used it as an improvised tourniquet to stop the bleeding — a split-second decision that saved the individual’s life before EMS could arrive.
His quick thinking, resourcefulness, and commitment to saving lives are a true example of what it means to serve. (Courtesy of Bradley Taylor.)
Prairie County Extension teaches the teachers. ( See page 6.)
Hazen Policeman assists with I-40 wreck
Bobby Dean Holloway
Bobby Dean Holloway, age 85, of Biscoe, Arkansas, took his heavenly flight on July 28, 2025. Born on August 30, 1939, in Biscoe, Bobby was the beloved son of Leonard and Etta Lane Holloway. Through the years, Bobby lived a fulfilling life as a son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Bobby graduated from DeValls Bluff High School in 1958 and began his career at Riceland Foods. His work ethic and dedication led him to Hickman Cleaners, where he made many lifelong friends. Bobby's love for fishing guided him towards becoming a commercial fisherman, a role he embraced with enthusiasm and commitment.
In addition to his professional achievements, Bobby was a man of deep faith. He was a longtime member of the Brasfield Community Church, and his devotion was evident in his role as a Sunday School teacher. His love for his community was as deep as his love for his family, and he made countless contributions to enrich both.
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Etta Lane Holloway, his siblings, Clifford Holloway, Billy
Joe Holloway, and Florene Miller. He leaves behind a wealth of love and memories for those who survive him: his wife, Joyce Griggs Holloway; son, Tim Holloway and his dear friend, Claudia Roberts of Biscoe; his brother, Travis Holloway and Hazel of Brasfield; and his cherished granddaughter, Leah Holloway. In the words of a favorite hymn, "Life is worth the living just because He lives. Bobby Dean Holloway, a remarkable man, lived a life full of passion, faith, and love. He will be greatly missed.
Gary David Jones
David had a way of making everyone around him smile. Known for his good humor, he often referred to himself as the Pine Street Sheriff, a title he held with pride and a twinkle in his eye. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, like camping and fishing, and loved riding his motorcycle. His greatest joy, however, was the time he spent with his family, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
States.
Svestkas, Orliceks hold reunion
Gary David Jones, 76, of Lonoke, AR, passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2025. He was born on September 7, 1948, in Des Arc, AR, to Cecil May (Clark) Jones and Johnny Anderson Jones. David attended Des Arc Schools. He devoted his early career to the farming community in and around Prairie County before joining Riceland Foods of Stuttgart, where he served as a supervisor for over three decades. David was a man of hard work, dedication, and integrity. His work ethic was only matched by the love he had for his family. As a young married man, David, along with his family, attended Sandhill Missionary Baptist Church. His faith was an integral part of his life, and he instilled these values into his children and grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his mother Cecil May (Clark) Jones, father Johnny Anderson Jones, brothers Larry Jones and Dexter (Buddy) Jones, and sisters Leona (Aunt Tom) Jenks, Agnes B. Jones, and Bethia J. Jones. His memory will be cherished by his daughters, Tracy Lynette Cole (Philip) of Lonoke, Sherry M. Branson (Wade) of Clearwater, FL, and Holli Michelle Reese of Des Arc; his sons, Jeffrey David Jones (Tabatha) of Beebe, Jason Todd Jones (Kristi) of Des Arc, and Axel Lee Jones of Lonoke; his sister, Shirley Metcalf; thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.
In addition to his human family, Gary shared a special bond with his dogs, Lucky and Cooper. Lucky preceded him in death, but Cooper remains to carry on his legacy.
Gary David Jones was a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. His jokes, his stories, and his love will be deeply missed but forever remembered by all who knew him.
PBS to air “Arkansas Treasures” Aug. 11
An all-new season of “Arkansas Treasures” –an Emmy Award-winning Arkansas PBS original series – will premiere Monday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. on the statewide network and at myarpbs.org/live.
“Arkansas Treasures,” filmed during a two-day event in April, showcases the extraordinary and unexpected collectibles and antiques to be found throughout The Natural State.
“Arkansas Treasures” features several professional evaluators meeting with individuals discussing the heirlooms, collectibles and garage sale finds that they’re eager to learn more about. Viewers will get to hear the stories of how they acquired these items and how much each is potentially worth. Craig O’Neill, beloved Arkansas per-
sonality, serves as host of “Arkansas Treasures.” This season’s finds include a first-edition copy of “The Shining,” a 19th-century German Reich Revolver, a Southern folk-art painting by Theora Hamblett, a painting by D. Howard Hitchcock, jewelry, Japanese lanterns, a nail fetish by the Bakongo people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa, and more.
Three Arkansas appraisers participated in the show – Laura Stanley (jewelry), Kate Askew (books, paper and ephemera) and Roy Dudley (paintings and drawings), all from Little Rock – as well as archeologists Michael Evans and Jarend Pebworth from the Arkansas Archeological Survey.
Hazen Cemetery Donations
In Memory of: The Humphries Family
By: Dereice McCloud
In Memory of: Shirley Whitehead Eller
By: Billy & Nona Gail Booth
In Memory of: Henry Strohl
By: Linda Price
Kathy Simmons and family
In Memory of: Burnell Minton
BY: Billy & Nona Gail Booth
Upkeep: Charles & Sara Proctor
All donations are greatly appreciated and may be mailed to: Hazen Cemetery P.O. Box 92 Hazen, Ar. 72064
In 1905, Justin and Helen (Svestka) Orlicek immigrated to the United States from Czechoslovakia. While most immigrants landed in New York City and routed through Ellis Island, the Orliceks, including five children, came through Galveston, Texas. At the time, in order to come to the U.S., immigrant(s) had to be sponsored by someone already living here. The following year, in 1906, Helen's younger brother John/Jan Svestka immigrated from Czechoslovakia and also settled in the Hazen, Arkansas area. The attraction here? Good farmland and more opportunity than the Czechoslovakian and Austrian/Hungarian empire offered. The Orliceks added five
Orlicek Carothers, age
Granddaughters of John and Rose Svestka (and daughters of Charles and Florence Svestka), enjoyed visiting with all their cousins. Vivian Svestka Leopold (left) came from Emory, Texas. Carol Svestka Stallings is from Hazen.
of
more children to their clan. John Svestka married Rose Lavicka and raised five children in Hazen. Some of their descendants still call Hazen and central Arkansas home.
More than 50 members of the Orlicek/Svestka families gathered for the 49th annual reunion July 26 at Burns Park Hospitality House in North Little Rock. Attendees enjoyed a potluck lunch and shared information of their ancestors. People brought old family photos and memorabilia and there was a PowerPoint presentation of 10 of the relatives' trip in 2024 to the Czech Republic to learn more about where their ancestors came from.
Jack Orlicek of Bella Vista, AR, who grew up in Hazen, gives reunion attendees the history of ancestors coming to the United
Emma
96,
Morrison, AR was the oldest family member at the reunion. Lucas Branson, of Longview, TX, was the youngest at age 21.
Eagles staying steady with 33 players
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Des Arc Eagles are ready to get the 2025 season underway. At the beginning of the summer, the Eagles played in several 7-on-7 matches.
“In the past, we haven’t done too many,” firstyear coach Nick Smith said. “We’ve slowly started to incorporate them in the last couple of years. We’re going through a change in the defensive secondary. We wanted to get them some more time with the new schemes we’re doing.”
The Eagles played in a team camp in June and hosted one in July.
“We hit the weight room hard,” Smith said. “We did a really good job in the offseason. We really wanted to continue building on that. We just wanted to maintain where we are while wanting to condition through the weight room. At this level
(Class 2A), we have a lot of players going both ways. We wanted to use the weight room to condition our bodies, while continuing to work on our strength.”
Smith said his team has had “really good turnout” for workouts during the summer.
“We had 33 on the roster, and I don’t think we had a workout with less than 27 there,” he said. “Our attendance was really good throughout the summer. Kids did miss some. We had mission trips, church camps and a few vacations, but for the most part, our kids really bought in to attendance and know how important it is.
Once we get into our fall camp, we’re going to have really good attendance and build on that momentum into the season.”
Des Arc will play a scrimmage game at Lonoke on Aug. 21. A year ago, the Eagles went to James B. Abraham Stadium in
Lonoke. But with current renovations at Hinson Rollins Field in Des Arc, the game will be played in Lonoke for the second consecutive season. It will also be the first game on the newly renovated James B. Abraham Stadium, which includes a new Astroturf playing surface.
“We have a concession stand, which is being built right now,” said Smith, who previously coached at Lonoke. “We just said we’ll play again this year, which is perfectly fine with me. This season, our tougher opponents in our conference are away games. Last year, we had them at home. They have that turf there. There’s a team in our conference that has turf. We’re using this as a trial run for our away games, kind of going through those processes.”
Des Arc opens the season Sept. 5 at home against Hazen.
Eagles open golf season on Thursday
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Des Arc Eagles and Lady Eagles golf team start the 2025 season on Thursday.
The teams will play in a tournament at Newport.
The boys team is composed of Chad McCarey, Jacoby Tallent, Rhett Holloway and Hudson
Goodman. The Lady Eagles are Emma Buckner, Cameryn Buckner, Brietyn Burgess and Kaylee McDonald.
The Eagles are members of the 2A-5 conference with Carlisle, Cedar Ridge, Cross County, Hazen, McCrory, Mt. VernonEnola, PalestineWheatley, Quitman and
White County Central. Des Arc coach Jim Featherston said the teams are ready for the season. “We have four returners on the men’s team and two in the ladies,” Featherston said. “The goal is to try and improve each week, leading to the district tournament at the end of September.”
Bison getting things underway this week
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Carlisle Bison have completed the summer season of football.
Carlisle, along with every single football team in the state, started fall camp Monday.
“We’ve got teacher development tomorrow (Monday), so we'll start real practice tomorrow afternoon,” Carlisle coach Gary Wilson said. “I’m really excited. The guys had a really good summer and improved from the beginning of the summer to the end. There was a ton of improvement, especially up front. I’m really happy with where we are right now.”
The Bison played in several team camps and 7-on-7 camps during the summer while trying to break in a new quarterback, Baylor Hauk, who is replacing Ty Tanksley, who moved to
Cabot following the 2024-25 school year.
The Bison were 11-1 a year ago, falling to Junction City in the second round of the Class 2A state playoffs. They hired a new offensive coordinator in former Hazen and Sylvan Hills assistant coach BJ Harrison.
“I think there was a lot of teaching going on with Coach Harrison and our quarterbacks,” Wilson said. “We lost one so we’re trying to break one in. We’ve got a lot of starters coming back. The receiver spots, that is where we really lost some guys at. We had some good ones behind them that were just waiting their turns. They are just a fun group to work with because being good at football is important to them. They were really hard. It’s been a fun summer.”
The Bison will scrimmage at Fountain Lake
on Aug. 21.The Bison open the regular season at Lakeside High School in Lake Village on Aug. 29. Carlisle hosts Madison Palmer High School of Marks, Miss., on Sept. 5 in the home opener. The Dragons were 2-8 a year ago. That will be their third game of the season as they open the season Aug. 22. “They reached out to me,” Wilson said of Palmer. “We had a lot of trouble trying to find an opponent for Week 1. Them being a school from Mississippi, we didn’t know anything about them. It’s a school that is similar size to us. It will be pretty exciting. As far as I know, we’ve never played anybody from out of state, anything other than baseball, the last couple of years.” Palmer is a Class 2A school in Mississippi.
ASPSF a cc epting single parent fall s c holarship appli c ations
of Hazen out of City General funds
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS
DES ARC DISTRICT CIVIL DIVISION
THE MICHAEL AND MELISSA BARRE LIVING TRUST PLAINTIFF V. CASE NO. 59NCV-25-43
BERRY EDDIE VALDEZ a single person or anyone having claim in the following Real Property:
A plot of ground located in the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) Southwest Quarter (SW1/4). Section Thirty-six (36), Township Two (2) North Range Four (4) West, Prairie County, Arkansas, and described as beginning 350’ North of the Southwest corner, Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) Southwest Quarter (SW1/4), Section 36; thence East 855’ to a twin overcup tree; thence East 81 feet, thence north 34 feet for point of beginning; thence East 240 feet; thence North 40 feet; thence West 240 feet; thence South 40 feet to point of beginning. Thence Grantor further grants a perpetual easement available for the use of the Grantee to a strip of ground twelve feet wide on the South, East and West sides and a six (6) foot strip easement on the North side.
DEFENDANT
WARNING ORDER
TO: Berry Eddie Valdez or Anyone having claim in the above property.
You are hereby notified that The Micheal and Melissa Barre Living Trust Plaintiff, whose attorney is Christopher D. Brockett, Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson, has filed a Petition to Quiet Title against Berry Eddie Valdez and their Heirs, a copy of which Petition to Quiet Title shall be delivered to you or to your attorney upon request.
You are also notified that you must appear and defend by filing your Answer or other responsive pleading within thirty (30) days of the date of the first publication of this Warning Order; and in the event of your failure to do so, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint as circumscribed by the laws of this State.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal as Clerk of the Court on this, the __ day of July, 2025 [SEAL]
By:_______________________________
CIRCUIT COURT DEPUTY CLERK
Prepared by: Christopher D. Brockett, ABA #2005192 Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson
101 E. Commercial St. Ozark, Arkansas 72949 (479) 667-3000
Single parents across Arkansas can apply for a scholarship in August LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Aug. 1, 2025) — Single parents enrolling in school for the Fall 2025 semester can apply for a scholarship from nonprofit Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) beginning today. To apply, single parents must go to aspsf.org/apply and fill out an online form with supporting documentation. Both new students and current ASPSF recipients can apply for a scholarship up to $1,600. The deadline is Sept. 1. If awarded, single parents directly receive the financial aid and can use it to meet their real-life needs, such as rent, child care, gas, or groceries, while they go to school. Along with
the scholarship, ASPSF staff and volunteers provide mentoring, career coaching, and workshops to help recipients balance school, work, and parenting. Applicants must have a GED or high school diploma but have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree. ASPSF awards scholarships to single moms and dads working toward skilled-trade certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor’s degrees that lead to professional careers with family-supporting wages.
Recipients must be enrolled in at least one three-hour class online or in-person. They must also have a 2.0 GPA, earn medium to low income, and participate fully in the ASPSF scholarship program by attending workshops and commu-
nicating with their local program manager. A full list of ASPSF’s eligibility guidelines is available at aspsf.org/eligibility. ASPSF accepts scholarship applications three times a year: spring, summer, and fall. The next application will open for the Spring 2026 semester in January. These single parent scholarships are made possible thanks to generous donors, organizations, schools, businesses, and foundations who believe in the incredible power of education. Thanks to community support, ASPSF awarded over 800 scholarships totaling $1.1 million last year. For more information, visit aspsf.org or contact Jen Lawrence at jlawrence@aspsf.org or 501.550.6304.
The $52.50 cost of this notice will be paid by the City
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).
Calvary Baptist Church
West North Front Street, Hazen, AR
Phone: (870) 255 - 4038
Christian VanHouten, pastor
Sunday School: 9:50 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
BTC: 6 PM
Evening Worship 6:45 PM
Wednesday Bible Study: 7 PM
First Baptist Church
224 N. Hazen Ave.
Hazen, AR 72064
255 - 4464
Phone: (870)
Sunday Service
Sunday School: 10:00
AM Morning Worship: 11:00 AM
Evening Worship: 6:00
PM Wednesday Service
Adult Bible Study and Prayer 7:00 PM
Children's Program and "HYPE" Youth 7:00 p.m.
Center Point
Missionary Baptist Church
2997, Center Point Road, Hazen, AR
Bro. Brad Crumby
Pastor
Sunday School: 10 AM
Worship: 10:50 AM
BTC: 5 PM
Worship: 5:50 PM
I Had A Thought But I Can’t Remember It...
by Dr. James L. Snyder
I just celebrated another birthday. I never imagined I would get this old, but here I am, old and still breathing. Reflecting on my birthday celebration, I looked back on my life and realized I've been so busy that I've haven't had much chance to think. I know most people believe thinking is an essential part of life. I guess it is, but it has never been an essential part of my life.
Instead of thinking, I have just responded to life issues spontaneously. I'm a rather spontaneous type of person, just ask The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Life gets so busy for me that I cannot take a day off to have a thought.
In high school, I wasn't a very good thinker. I cannot remember one test I passed with an A, even though I studied for those tests. While I was taking them, I couldn't turn on my Thinking Machine.
The fact that I graduated from high school is as close to a miracle as I've ever seen. And the truth is, I didn't do so by thinking at all. I'm sure back then I had some kind of a thought,
Wednesday - Youth Night - 6:30 PM
Hazen First United Methodist Church 211 North Hazen Avenue, Hazen, AR
Phone (870) 255 - 4657
Pastor Chris Todd Sunday School: 9:45
AM Worship Service: 10:55 AM
Hazen Church of Christ 204 Adams Street, Hazen, AR.
Phone (870) 255 - 3633
Sunday - Bible Study: 10
AM Worship Service: 11 AM Sunday Night: 6 PM Wednesday Bible Study: 7 PM
St. Peters Episcopal Church Highway 86, Tollville, AR. Worship Service: 9 AM
Sunday School: 10:30AM
Family Christian Fellowship 603 W WashingtonHazen, AR.
Pastor Scott Skarda 501-516-5971
Sunday: 10 AM, Wed, 6:30 PM
New Bethel MB Church 8525 New Bethel Road P.O. Box 87 Hazen, AR.
but I just can't remember any now. It wasn't until I met The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage that I began to understand what thinking was all about. If I've ever known anybody to think, it certainly was her. She could think about everything. There are times when together she would look at me and say, "So, what are you thinking?"
When she first asked me that, I didn't quite understand what the question was; therefore, I did not know how to respond. I eventually figured it out and would respond by saying, "I was just thinking about how nice you look today."
That always got a giggle from her and saved me from trying to figure out what I was really thinking.
I suppose most people would believe that thinking is a major part of their lives. I'm not sure why, because it has never been a major part of my life. Once I got out of high school, thinking was never part of my agenda.
Life has its ups and downs, and looking back, I'm not sure which were
Pastor Bro. Freddie McCann Sunday School 10 am
Sunday Service 11 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
Pastor Dyrek Foshee 7474 Highway 86 North, Hazen, AR
Sunday School: 10 AMService: 11 AM
Sunday Night: 5 PM
Prairie Chapel MB Church Center of North Washington & Woodlawn, Hazen, AR.
Rev. Maurice WilliamsPastor Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship: 11AM
Wednesday 7 PM Bible Study
Carlisle Pentecostal
Church of God
Scott & McDonald Sts., Carlisle, AR.
Phone 501-438-1643
Pastor Daniel Strength Sunday School: 10 AM
Sunday Worship Service: 11 AM
Sunday Evening Service: 6 PM
Wednesday Evening Service: 7 PM
Mt Zion MB Church Rt 2 Carlisle, AR
Rev. Cruthfield, Pastor Sun. School 9:45 A.M.
Worship 11 A.M.
Wed Prayer & Bible
Class 7 P.M.
Fellowship M. B. Church
209 E. Claire St.
Des Arc, AR 72040 (870) – 256-3622
Sunday School – 9:45 am
Worship Service – 11:00 am
First Pentecostal
Church of Prairie County
3201 Hwy. 70 E., Hazen, AR (870) 255-9177
Pastor J N Holmes
Sunday 10 A.M.
Wednesday 7 P.M.
First Baptist Church
319 Court St., P. O. Box 25, Carlisle, AR
Phone (870) 552 - 7732
David Lee - Pastor Sun School: 9:45 AM
Worship: 11 AM Awana: 5 PMWorship: 7 PM
Holy Temple COGIC
Elder McFadden, Pastor
St. John's Lutheran Church
Fifth and College Streets, Stuttgart, AR
Phone (870) 673 - 2858
Rev. Andrew Toopes, Pastor Worship: 8:00 am10:15 am
Sunday School & Bible
Class: 9:15 AM
Radio - KWAK 10:15 AM
Sundays
www.stuttgartlutheran.com
Carlisle First
Methodist Church
215 East Third St., Carlisle, AR
Pastor - Joe Lowe
Phone (870) 552 - 7789
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
Immanuel Baptist Church
Pastor Bill Ricks
Highway 13 North
up and which were down. The only thing important is that I survived, and here I am today, no thought about it. I got into a little bit of trouble the other day. We were sitting in the living room, and The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage said, "You know, I've been thinking…" Being the advanced knucklehead that I am, I responded before she could finish her sentence by saying, "… with what?"
I don't have to explain that I was in trouble. That's just the way my life tumbles down the cowboy trail. Believe me, I try not to respond like that anymore. At least I try.
Now that I'm retired, I do not have to think. Thinking is just a waste of time because I know what I want to do every day. My pleasure is not based on my ability to think through something. I have discovered that thinking causes a great deal of trouble and pain. So, I leave the thinking to those who aren't too bright. Years ago, I was informed that I need to think about my retirement. What's there to think? It comes automatically whether you
Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3100
Sunday School: 9:45
AM Worship:11 AM
Sunday Evening: 6 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Landmark Baptist Church 517 East Third, Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3568
Pastor Albert Young Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
BTC 6 PM - Worship 7
PM Wed. Evening: 7:30 PM
St. Rose Catholic Church Highway 70, Carlisle,AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3601
Sunday Mass
10:30AM English
12:00PM Spanish
Tuesday Mass 6:00 PM
Wednesday Mass in Spanish 5:30 PM Holy Hour & Confessions 6:05 PM Friday (except First Friday) Mass 8:30AM Saturday Mass in English 5:00 PM
First Baptist Church of DeValls Bluff
Pastor Bobby Powers
P. O. Box 358 Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff, AR.
Phone (870) 998 - 7118
Sunday School: 9:45
AM Morning Worship: 11 AM
Evening Worship: 5 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Mount Olive MB Church Highway 70, DeValls Bluff, AR. Rev. Tony Haskins
Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Peppers Lake
Church of Christ Hwy 302, SE of DeValls Bluff, AR.
Sunday-Bible Study: 10 AM Worship: 11 AM
Evening Service: 6 PM
Wednesday - Bible Study: 7 PM
Union Chapel FreeWill Baptist Church Metcalf Road, Rt.1, DeValls Bluff, AR
Pastor Darrell Foster
Sunday School: 9:30
AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Highway 86, Slovak, AR.
School: 9:45 AM Mass: 8:30 AM
Thursday Holy Hours 5:00 pm and Mass at 6:00pm Biscoe Baptist Church Biscoe, AR.
Pastor David Rogers
Sunday School: 10 AM Worship Service: 11 AM & 7 PM
Training 6 PMWed. Service 7 PM First Assembly of God Hwy 33 and U.S. 70 Biscoe, Arkansas Sunday Services: 10:30 A.M., 6 P.M.
keep track of your age or not. Just let life flow as God intended it to.
I have some family members, who shall remain anonymous, who spend a lot of time thinking. As I watched them over the years, I noticed that their thinking has not produced anything worth thinking about. But still, they think, and think, and think until they are completely worn out. Maybe that's why I'm not "wore out." I just live every day as it should be lived.
Someone once asked me, "If you could change anything in your past what would it be?"
That's a rather silly question if you ask me. To do that, I would have to spend quality time thinking which I don't have the time to do these days. I don't want to change yesterday; I just want to live today. Of course, if I could change anything in the past, it might be the year of my birth. I've never forgiven my parents for the year I was born. They could've waited another 20 years, but they didn't. I guess they weren’t thinking. I suppose if I were to give
Wednesdays WNYG, Kids Club, Bible Study 7 P.M.
St. John's Baptist Church Biscoe, AR 870-998-2777 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Rev. William Brownpastor
Holy Temple Church of God in Christ Elder James Clark, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Jehovah Community Temple Church 710 Sycamore St, DeValls Bluff, AR Elder Ronnie Mosby Sunday 10:30 AM Monday Bible School 7 PM
Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church
it any thought, and I'm not going to, I could make a list of all the things I would change. But what good would that do? I don't want to change my past; I just want to live for today. I remembered what the Apostle Paul said along this line.
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).
Thinking is good, but only if thinking on the right things. That is the challenge set before me. If I think on the wrong things it will effect my life as Christian. The world would have me think on the wrong things which in effect, pulls me away from God.
Dr. James L. Snyder lives in Ocala, FL with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Telephone 1352-216-3025, e-mail jamessnyder51@gmail.com, website http://www.jamessnyderministries.com
Pastor Adam Bowman Hwy. 70 West of DeValls Bluff Sunday School-10:00 a.m. Sunday morning11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening-5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night-7:00 p.m Zion Lutheran Church Hwy 79 PO Box 158 Ulm,
To Whom It May
Concern: A 1987 Chevrolet Blazer VIN# 1GNEV18KXHF118494 was picked up at the request of the owner of the property on July 21, 2025.This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service 1111 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar. 72064, (870)255-3305. Towing, storage, & administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner.
Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority possessory lien on the
said vehicle and its content for all such charges. The vehicle and its contents will be dismantled, destroyed, or sold at public sale to the highest bidder if not claimed within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, MonFri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.
Billy’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service. P. O. Box 696, Hazen Ark 72064.
To whom it may concern: A Elite Trailer Vin #1E9BF2825PS230043 is located at 1203 Hwy 70 East, Hazen Arkansas 72064. The vehicle is stored at P.O. Box 696 Hazen Ar. Phone 870255-4922 and is accruing storage as a legal liability of the owner. The
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Prairie County 4-H brings the Extension into the classroom
Wilbur D. Mills — For years, Amanda Sinkey has championed the power of Extension programs to support educators, even before officially joining the team. That dream became reality this week, as Prairie County 4-H hosted an energetic and engaging Teacher Professional Development Day at the Wilbur D. Mills Education Service Cooperative.
Agents from Prairie, Lonoke, White, and Pulaski Counties, along with representatives from the Arkansas 4-H State Office, taught a full day of hands-on learning designed to empower teachers and enhance classroom engagement. Teachers from Prairie, White, Lonoke, Faulkner, and Cleburne Counties attended the event.
“When Jennifer Park gave me the green light to organize a PD at Wilbur D. Mills, I jumped in with both feet possibly headfirst,” said Sinkey. “Extension is the best-kept secret in education, and we’re here to change that.”
The day featured a dynamic lineup of sessions led by Extension agents and 4-H specialists:
Katie Cullum (White County FCS Agent) kicked things off with Money Magic, a fun and practical financial literacy session.
Kristy Warren (Lonoke County 4-H Agent) presented a Lesson Sampler that included Animal
Adaptations, Arkansas State Symbols, the American Revolution, and Parts of a Plant.
After a short break, Devyn Britt (Lonoke County FCS Agent) guided participants through Get Real, a budgeting and decisionmaking activity.
Alicia Boatwright (Pulaski County FCS Agent) followed with Babysitting Basics, giving educators tools to support youth in developing responsibility and safety awareness.
After lunch, Emilee Moody (Prairie County FCS Agent) brought energy and wellness to the spotlight with the Smoothie Bike, a pedalpowered nutrition lesson.
Cindy Phillips (4-H Program Technician) introduced teachers to Tech Changemakers, a program that empowers youth with digital skills and leadership training.
Michelle McVay (4-H STEM Instructor) led a Food for Thought STEM Challenge, engaging teachers with creative, critical-thinking activities perfect for classroom use.
Josh Hambrick (Prairie County Ag/4-H Agent) provided an insightful overview on the benefits of soil sampling and introduced educators to career paths in soil science, highlighting opportunities for students in agriculture and environmental science.
Amanda Sinkey (Prairie County 4-H Program Assistant) closed out the day with
Slovak holds Fish Fry fundraiser
exciting, hands-on classroom activities, including Fire Art and LEGOs in the Classroom, showing educators how to combine creativity and problem-solving to inspire student learning. Using Extension in the classroom benefits educators by providing ready-to-implement, standards-aligned lessons that promote hands-on learning, critical thinking, and life skills development. From STEM and nutrition to financial literacy and leadership, Extension programs complement classroom instruction while sparking curiosity and engagement among students. Best of all, Extension professionals are available to coteach, support special projects, and serve as a valuable community resource, making teaching a little easier and learning a lot more fun. Teachers left with ready-to-use resources, fresh ideas, and a renewed excitement for the school year, plus a clearer picture of how Extension can help make their lives easier.
If you missed this event, don’t worry! Extension and 4-H are here year-round to bring hands-on, engaging, and impactful learning into your school.
Contact Prairie County Extension at 870-9982614 to explore how we can support your classroom with exciting programs in STEM, history, financial literacy, leadership, and more.
The town of Slovak held a fish fry fundraiser on Friday, August 1, in the Parish Hall of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church. The meal was dine-in or drivethrough.There was also a raffle and tasty desserts to purchase. Here are some pictures of the event.
