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Ceremonial Unveiling of Polk County’s New Civil War Marker

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Judge’s Plan Approved & County Avoids Immediate Jail Closure

BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com The regional jail committee that oversees compliance issues for the Polk County Detention Center met on Tuesday, April 25, with County Judge Brandon Ellison, Sheriff Mike Godfrey, and Sheriff-Elect Scott Sawyer to dis-

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Homeowners Benefit Officials Sign from Local Fire Depts. Travel & Tourism Lower ISO Ratings Week Proclamation

65th Annual Nat’l Day of Prayer to be Observed Locally

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Several fire departments in Polk County have lowered their ISO ratings bringing safety and money saving value to the community. All of the departments listed began their ratings with a 9 and have all worked very hard to lower them, but with a lot of training and even more paperwork, they did just that.

Did you know that tourism is one of Arkansas’ largest industries? According to the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, the state hosted 28 million visitors and brought in $7.2 billion in tourism expenditures in 2015. The Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism is coordinating a tourism appreciation campaign during National

This year marks the 65th year of the National Day of Prayer and this year’s theme is ‘Wake Up America.’ The National Day of Prayer Task Force states on their website that the day is a vital part of America’s heritage and is as relevant and critical today as it was at the first call

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Color Run to be Held May 7

The 2nd Annual Foundation Frenzy 5K Family Color Run/Walk hosted by the Mena Regional Health System Foundation is coming quick and if you haven’t already registered, now is the time to do so. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, May 7th and it has much to offer.

Some differences include competitive participants being chip timed and the event will begin and end at Janssen Park. A live DJ will entertain the crowd, draw for many great door prizes, and announce all of the winners. All preregistered participants will receive a t-shirt and color powder packet. Participants must arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. in order to get all items needed to race. Wearing white is encouraged to get the true effect of the rainbow of colors you will be by the end of the race.

There will be three hydration/color bomb stations, in addition to the start and finish, along the route where you will be treated to water and bombed with powder. Walkers are permitted; pets are NOT. Early registration is highly encouraged! Registration on the day of the race will be $30.00 and late registering participants must arrive at 7:00 a.m.

Children ages 5 and under are free with a participating adult. Strollers and wagons are welcomed. Color Run t-shirts, cool shades, tattoos & more will be available for purchase at the race. You may register online at www.foundationfrenzy.eventbrite.com Registration forms are available at the MRHS Administration office, Pulse Multi Media, Non-Stop Fitness and Ouachita Sports & Wellness. For more information, contact Sonya Maye at 479-243-2378.

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CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE lished in public law by a joint resolution of Congress, signed by President Truman in 1952, then amended to designate the day under the 100th Congress and President Reagan in 1988, it states that: “The President shall issue each year a proclamation designating the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups and as individuals.”

To take part in the local observances, The 2016 National Day of Prayer will be held on Thursday, May 5, at noon on the Polk County Courthouse Lawn. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be held at the Mena First Baptist Church Multi-Purpose Building. To learn more, visit www.NationalDayofPrayer.org.

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The Mena Lioness Lions did their part to celebrate Earth Day 2016. On Saturday, April 23, members of the club cleaned up their mile of the Adopt-A-Highway program. The ladies spent the morning picking up anything from small pieces of trash to large sections of tire and cardboard. Pictured are: Marilyn Davenport, Jolynn Vacca, Ashley George, Rene Roberts, Vickie Phillips, Carla Mosley, and Cynde Hampton.

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local couple, like many, have been fighting becoming the victims of phone scams for several years now, but recently found themselves almost that, victims. Lou and Sandy Brooks, a retired couple that moved to Mena several years ago to enjoy the leisure life, say they sometimes get three to five phone calls a day saying anything from ‘you’ve won a free trip’ to ‘you’re computer has a virus and we can help.’

Sandy Brooks admits that she is a skeptic and that has saved them more than once. However, the most recent phone call not only had them worried about a family member, it almost lost them $2,800.

“When I answered the phone, a man on the other end said, ‘grandpa?’ and I said no, this is Sandy, hang on. When Lou got on the phone he said, ‘Jason?’ and that’s where they got his name,” Sandy explained.

‘Jason,’ on the other end of the line, began telling Lou of how he was in a car wreck in Oklahoma City and had twelve stitches in his mouth, which is why he didn’t ‘sound like himself.’ ‘Jason’ also explained that he had been arrested for a DWI and needed bail money, that a lawyer would contact the grandparents soon with the information needed to send the money. Sure enough, just a few minutes later, the ‘lawyer’ called.

He gave the Brooks the information and said send the money and we’ll get him out of jail. At this point, Sandy’s skeptic radar went on high-alert.

She began calling the Oklahoma City police department but couldn’t get them to answer the phone so she called the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. One of the questions the Sheriff’s Department asked was if they had tried to directly contact Jason. They took the advice and called Jason and he was definitely not in jail and not in Oklahoma City. Jason lives in Chicago and was quite well when they spoke with him.

Sandy spoke again with the Sheriff’s Department and they told her that there truly is nothing they can do. There are no ways to track down phone scammers and because of that, it is becoming an increasing problem. “In a community like Mena, where there are so many retired, elderly people, scams like this, once they come, they saturate the entire community.

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Marker Depicts Polk County’s Civil War History

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historical marker honoring the events that occurred in Polk County during the Civil War was unveiled on Saturday amid sunshine and a large crowd. The project was headed up by local historian, Shirley Manning, and involved several organizations presenting a program that honored the soldiers that took part in the skirmishes that now fill the pages of history.

The Mena High School Band Ensemble played The Battle Hymn of the Republic as the crowd sang along and a local veteran played Taps from his bugle before a gun salute rang out across the lawn of the Mena Depot. The marker sits on the north side of the Depot where many a traveler will be able to view it. Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison Mena Mayor George McKee both spoke at the dedication, praising the efforts of Manning, and recognizing the events that occurred in the county during the Civil War. The Polk County Veteran’s Organizations, Sons of the Confederate Veterans, and Daughters of the American Revolution presented flags, both old and new, for the United States, the Confederacy, the Union, and the State of Arkansas. Some were even dressed in period clothing, increasing the effect of nostalgia.

Following the unveiling of the marker, the presenters and the crowd paraded up DeQueen Street to the old Armory where refreshments were served. Manning began the program with an account of the events that have been documented in Polk County as happening during the Civil War. Manning said that during the war, three-quarters of the population were Confederates and the rest were Union. She said that many Union soldiers from the county have yet to be documented because they enlisted in other areas to keep their neighbors and family from knowing they had signed on with the Union, making tracking them down difficult for historians.

Manning is currently writing a book about the events and had much of the information required for the marker already on hand. However, much work was necessary to secure the marker. Polk County was the last county in Arkansas to receive a marker for the Civil War and was encouraged by the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, who began a project several years ago when the state recognized the 150th anniversary of the Civil War. Since then, they have put several projects in place, including markers in each county commemorating their place in the Civil War. The marker is a two-sided marker as Manning was able to provide documentation to confirm ten events, or skirmishes, that happened in Polk County from 1861-1864. All of the events are listed on the front and back of the marker. One of the biggest events was a scrimmage in South County. “A scrimmage happened, in what is now Howard County near Baker Springs, where one officer and several men were killed,” said Manning. Other key points include: being the gateway to the Texas & Trans-Mississippi regions; supplying three Confederate units and seventy-three Union soldiers; the hanging of a Confederate soldier by a mob; the courthouse being burned during the war; foraging by soldiers and Choctaw Indians.

Harold Coogan, longtime local historian of Polk County, also spoke at the Armory, specifically about General Robert Glenn Shaver, who was a Confederate officer that trained troops from Arkansas and was a former outlaw. A presentation was also made by Dennis Magee of the Civil War Museum West, Hot Springs. Magee displayed several actual Civil War artifacts.

The AHPP paid for half of the $2,600 marker and the rest was funded by the Polk County Genealogical Society and donations from individuals. Those serving on the Committee to secure the marker were Shirley Manning, Harold Coogan, Kathy Adams, Becky Horton, Margo Kimp, Janet Walker, Cortez Copher, Linda Johnson, Paul Berry, and Patrick Costello.

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Phone Scams

In fact, local law enforcement says they receive calls almost daily complaining of another scam. What’s worse, so many people fall for them, sending sometimes thousands of dollars before they realize they’ve been taken. “I don’t know where the fault lies but it has to be stopped. It’s going on all over the world,” Sandy said.

Some of the other calls the Brooks have received claim to be AT&T wanting to help them clear up a virus on their computer. “Others say you have won something and just send $3.90, which doesn’t sound like much but it adds up and plus, they then have your credit card info,” she explained.

Not only have they plagued home phones but also now attack cell phones and the scammers and even hacked into the local area code here to where the phone call looks like it’s local, but it’s really not. Many times the calls are thought

to originate in Canada or the Caribbean.

Not wanting others to become victims of these all-to-often scams, the Brooks hope their story is heard and others head the warnings.

According to the National Council on Aging here are some of the ways to avoid becoming a victim of a phone scam: 1. Be aware that you are at risk. 2. Don’t isolate yourself. 3. Tell solicitors, “I never buy from, or give to, anyone who calls or visits unannounced. Send me something in writing.” 4. Shred all receipts with your credit card number. 5. Sign up for the Do Not Call list and take yourself off of multiple mailing lists.

6. Use direct deposit for benefit checks to prevent checks from being stolen from the mailbox. 7.

Never give your credit card, banking, Social Security, Medicare, or other personal information over the phone unless you initiated the call.

8. Be skeptical of all unsolicited offers and thoroughly do your research.

Many scammers will ask for personal information over the phone, but in all actuality, most companies won’t ask for that information via phone or email, they will direct mail you paperwork to fill out. Another key to remember is that the IRS never contacts taxpayers via phone or email, they only contact taxpayers by direct mail. To keep from becoming a victim, follow the tips above and always, always ask questions.

Mena Regional Health System recently recognized Mena Medical Associates as the Department of the Quarter. Each quarter, a department that has gone above and beyond in providing exceptional service to the facility, is selected as the Department of the Quarter.

The providers, nursing staff, laboratory techs, scheduling department and management strive diligently to always deliver quality, patient-centered care. As the Department of the Quarter, the clinic received a plaque to be displayed on the iCARE Wall of Fame, a traveling Department of the Quarter trophy and a pizza party.

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Vintage Tin Restoration Opens Doors to Mena Lions

he men of the Mena Lions Club recently toured a local business that few know exist and that anyone would be in awe of as soon as the doors open. Vintage Tin Restorations lives in a small hilltop shop that looks just like any other shop when approached. However, when one walks inside, it is immediately apparent that this is not your average mechanic shop. The walls are laced with antique cars that most people have never heard of and all of them are pre-1943.

Cole Tuttle, one of the two men employed at Vintage Tin Restorations, gave the full tour to the Lions Club and a sneak peak inside of his restoration-geared mind. Tuttle and Brandon White, both from ‘up north,’ work for Will Moon, a retired man who began restoring cars at the age of 14. Moon is now in his 70’s and is happy to have turned his hobby into a business. Both Tuttle and White have four-year degrees in Automotive Restoration and the expanse of mechanic and restoration knowledge between the trio is impressive, to say the least.

Lions Club members were amazed as they had the rare opportunity to look on a 1914 Overland that fired up as if it were brand new. A 1933 Continental Ace, one of only two in existence, sits in the corner waiting on it’s turn in the restoration line-up, one that will take an Amish Wheelwright down memory lane as the wooden spokes on its wheels must be replicated the old fashion way.

A 1932 Chrysler CM6 is in the works right now, waiting on it’s wooden top, while the guys work on the mechanics of the machine. “We really pride ourselves on the mechanical side of the business,” said Tuttle, explaining how they don’t want their cars to just look good, they want them to run good as well. “We want our customers to be able to just hop in and take a ride when they want, safely and comfortably.”

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Above: Cole Tuttle of Vintage Tin Restorations, shows the Mena Lions Club a 1933 Continental Ace Deluxe Sedan.

Inset: Shows the original wooden spokes on the wheels, which will be restored using an Amish Wheelwright. Far left: Members of the Mena Lions Club prepare for a ride around town in a 1922 Moon Motor Car.

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Above: Cole Tuttle fires up the engine on a 1914 Overland, which is owned by the granddaughter of the original owner who purchased it brand new in 1914. The car’s engine turned over for the first time in 45 years on June 22, 2015. Right: The car possibly driven by Amelia Earhart, a 1932 Hudson Terraplane that came from her father’s car lot.

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We at Mena/Polk County Senior Center would like to thank all of the people that participated in the fundraiser held at Miner’s A&B Tire. Special thanks for the generous donations from Greg & Laura Davis, Big Ed & Cathy McCormick, Dr. Carlos & Norma Rocha, Randy & Kita Burgess, Tony & Karen Mosier, and Pat Nelson. We also would like to thank Billy Barton Little Debbie Snacks, Todd Aynes Aynes Ice Co., Bryan Daniels Frito Lay Co., Tommy Fowler James Super Save, and Andy Whorton A&W Distributing. We also would like to thank Nidec and following employees: Jim Stoope that cooked the great food, Tommy Cline, Donnie Ferguson, Jim Flatt, Beth Boyd, Sandy Pruitt, Tanya Sickles, Jill Dill, Tina Laws, Lorraine Davis, Sharon Jewell, Ricky Holliday, and Courtney Lawrence and others that helped prepare and deliver food include: Vicki Hughes, Amanda Stipe, Amanda Ruskin, Cindy Risman, Jayme Risman, Shelly Miner, Jeannie Pate, Diane Marosy, Tom & Leslie Reed, and David B Lindy.

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Members also got to see “the car that started it all,” a 1931 Essex Super Six that Moon earned when he was 14 years old, by clearing hay out of a barn. Moon actually fell through the hay loft and onto the roof of the car and convinced the owner to let him have it. It was tucked away into an Amish barn and the owner needed rid of it anyway. That story and that car eventually brought Moon and his hobby to Polk County.

So how did Moon and his cars find Mena? Upon retirement, his wife was searching areas to buy a home and her family had vacationed here when she was a child. The couple found their dream home in Wickes and opened up shop in Mena about a year ago. They started on DeQueen Street and have recently moved to a building tucked behind UPS on South Mena Street.

The quaint shop also holds a car that is rumored to have been driven by Amelia Earhart. Her father owned a car lot and this car is one of two she may have driven. The shop stays more than busy and has received cars from across the country that are waiting their turn to look and run like new again.

“It makes us really happy when we can just walk up to that Overland and just start it up. There’s a lot of hard work to make it run just like it did when new, but we get to play, doing what we love,” smiled Tuttle. “We don’t upgrade, we stay original. We call ourselves, ‘the original perfectionists.”

And indeed, perfection lines the walls. Following the tour, members of the Lions Club were offered a ride in a completely original (no restoration work has been done on it, all original parts), 1922 Moon Motor Car. The car, when manufactured came with curtains, instead of glass windows, and has a manual windshield wiper. Seating the driver plus four passengers, the old leather seats provided a comfortable ride around Mena.

Tuttle said one advantage of restoring the cars is the privilege of driving them as well.

Saturday, May 14TH And if you’re wondering, yes, Mr. Moon is at 10 am a descendent of the Moon Car Company.

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Vintage Tin Restoration in The Pulse. (no charge) Continuing a long-standing tradition Please call 394-6763, of the Mena Lions Club, member David Maddox said, “We are an organization of 394-1126 or Facebook: businessmen and we like to promote local Covenant of Life Family businesses. It’s a tradition for us and this Church, Mena, AR business was a joy to tour.”

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cuss updates on the current jail issue.

Sterling Penix, the Governor’s Appointee Over Jail Standards, along with the committee heard a presentation by Judge Ellison that laid out the steps taken by the county to keep the jail open. The most recent development has been the release of $10,000 by the Polk County Quorum Court to retain Spirit Architecture and SouthBuild Construction for the purpose of determining the repairs and cost of bringing the current jail into compliance.

Once the estimates are complete, it will be up to the Quorum Court on whether to put forth the money to make the repairs necessary. The Court has already earmarked $500,000 for the cost and hopes to continue to put back that amount each year, in an effort to save for either a new jail in the future or expansion of the existing facility.

Ellison explained that if the county is able to continue to save the funds, it shouldn’t take long before a new jail could be built, albeit a smaller jail than previously proposed.

Leon Myers, who sits on the committee, said he believes the county has made a good start in the process. Other committee members were pleased with the progress of the county as well. The committee will come back in August 2016 to hear the results of Spirit Architecture’s findings and will continue discussions.

Penix thanked the Judge and the Sheriff for their diligence and hard work in trying to keep the jail maintained and open and for pursuing a ‘quality outcome.’

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Travel & Tourism Week to say thank you to the tourists who visit this great state.

There are a number of positive attributes that tourism brings to our state. Tourism-related jobs, cultural preservation, and revenue are just a few. Tourism is vital to Arkansas’s economy, and it is projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries in the next decade. The economic impact of travel and tourism on the state’s economy showed an 8.69% increase in travel expenditures in 2015. Arkansas’s travel and tourism industry travel generated payroll has grown from $240 million in 1979 to $1.3 billion in 2015, an increase of 447.6% over the last 36 years. Polk County alone received an estimated 99,000 visitors in 2015, generating $537,560 in local tax dollars and $25.2 million in total travel expenditures.

There are several events occurring in Polk County in celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week. On Thursday, April 21st, a Proclamation Signing was held at the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce with Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison, Town of Hatfield Mayor Linda Denton, City of Mena Mayor George McKee and Town of Wickes Mayor Leon McClesky. The city and county leaders joined together and signed proclamations declaring May 1-7, 2016 National Travel & Tourism week in Polk County.

On Wednesday, May 4th, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., a NTTW Lunch & Learn will be held at the Ouachita Center. There will be a guest speaker from the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism as well as the NTTW partners. Tickets will be $10.00 each, which includes a light lunch provided by Paisano’s. Please RSVP at (479) 394-2912 by Monday, May 2nd.

A NTTW Tourism Reception will be held on Thursday, May 5th, from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Queen Wilhelmina Lodge. There will be a guest speaker from the Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism and the NTTW partners, and refreshments will be served.

In addition to the events schedule, there are more opportunities to show your support and get involved with NTTW. Wear RED to show the economic impact and magnitude of the tourism industry and celebrate tourism the week of May 1-7, 2016. You can also share your message of travel on your social media channels and tag them with #NTTW16 and #VisitArkansas. Or, you can display “Tourism Week” messages on your business marquee.

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................................................................................................................................ ents and one sister, Shirley Harmon. of Mount Ida, AR. Guest register at www. from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley RICHARD A Celebration of Life will be held at a thorntonfh.com Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

CANTRELL later date with cremation services enwww.bwfuneralhome@ trusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home yahoo.com KAY LOUISE Richard Cantrell, in Mena. age 76 of Mena, AR, PATTERSON In lieu of flowers memorials can be LEROY THACKER passed away April 21, 2016 at Mena Regional Health Center. Richard grew up in California where he started working for the phone company; he then transferred to Colorado where he met the love of his life Judith and after working 30 years for the phone company Richard and Judith retired. He and Judith have been married and best friends for 31 years.

After retiring, Richard then became a minister of the Gospel in 1994, when he and Judith began to travel as servants of the Most High. Richard was a beloved Husband, Father and Friend to all who knew him. He was a great representation of the Lord. He will be greatly missed by all.

Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Judith Cantrell of Mena, AR.; sons, Eric Cantrell of Temecula, CA and Jeffery Cantrell of Colorado; and one daughter, Carin Newell of Colorado.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Richard Elmer and June Bruno Cantrell.

Richard was sent for cremation under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home

Kay Louise Patterson, age 75, of Mena, died Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Mena Manor. She was born on Wednesday, July 10, 1940 to Lonnie Don and Marie Marguerite Wilson Schaffroth in Kearney, Nebraska.

Kay loved life and enjoyed going dancing, crocheting, and reading. She loved her family and spending time with her family. Kay worked over 20 years at Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth as an Enterostomal Therapist and retired in 1995 and moved to Mena.

Kay is survived by, her husband, Arnold Patterson of Mena; one son, Brian Patterson of Burleson; one daughter, Brenda Patterson of Grapevine, Texas; one brother, Lonnie Schaffroth of Scottsdale, Arizona; one sister, Patricia Smith of Callaway, Nebraska; five grandchildren, Corinne, Chelsea, Ashton, Brack and Emma; one great grandchild, Clara; several nieces and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by, her par-

The Family of Ricky Looney

would like to thank everyone for their kindness during the recent loss of our loved one.

A special thank you to Southwest EMS, Airlife, Mena Regional ER, Mercy Hospital ICU, Dr. Fox, Ashley Sharp, Keith Hastey and Beasley Wood Funeral Home.

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RANDY “TEX” EUGENE RICHMOND Randy “Tex” Eugene Richmond age 61, of Mena passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2016 in Mena.

Tex was born in San Antonia, Texas on March 7, 1955 to Edsel Eugene Richmond and Helean Beasley Richmond. He was married to Mary Lee Cook Richmond and was a truck driver and a machinist by profession. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends. Tex, also enjoyed to tinker around with mechanics.

He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to all who knew him Mr. Richmond is survived by, wife, Mary Richmond of Mena, Arkansas; son, Jeffrey Richmond; daughters, Shawna Ramos and Nikki Garrett; step-daughters, Terrina Williams and Dawna Jones; grandchildren, Jeffrey Richmond, Myranda Richmond, Trinaty Richmond, Kylie Rayburn, Andrew Combs, Nicolas Ramos, Nathaniel Ramos, Kade and Kinley Garrett; father, Edsel “Gene” Richmond; mother, Helean Richmond, and brother, Duane Richmond.

Graveside services were Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in Pinecrest Memorial Park with Brother Steve Ellison officiating. Arrangements are under the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Visitation was Friday, April 22, 2016

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Leroy Thacker, age 73, of Mena passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

He was born in Hatfield, Arkansas on July 25, 1942 to Lester and Allene Thacker and was lovingly married to the late Stephanie Thacker for many years. Leroy was a xray technician and inspector for the pipeline. He loved his chickens and horses and really enjoyed watching sports, but most of all he loved spending time with his kids and grandkids. Leroy was a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to all who knew him.

He is survived by sons, Kevin Thacker and wife Renee, Brent Thacker and wife Kimberly, Dustin Thacker and wife Kimmie, Terry Thacker and wife Wendy, Joshua Thacker and wife Sandra; 11 Grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; brothers, Thomas Thacker, Rufus Thacker, Leon Thacker and Bobby Thacker; and sister, Lavern Thompkins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Stephanie, an infant son, Scott Lane Thacker, a granddaughter Lacie Morrell, a brother Odell Thacker and his infant sister Zelda.

Funeral Services were held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 25, 2016 at the Beasley Wood Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Alvin Rosson officiating. Interment was in Rocky Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home.

Pallbearers were his sons, Kevin Thacker, Brent Thacker, Dustin Thacker, Terry Thacker, Joshua Thacker and Grandson Landon Thacker. Honorary pallbearer was Justin Grasman.

Visitation was general.

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Jordan Strickland – An Eagle Scout and Preservationist

BY RENEE HENDRIX • reneehendrix38@yahoo.com

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ost teenagers’ visions center around their future and themselves as they embark upon a new chapter in life. But there are a few whose visions focus on service to others, as was the vision of Jordan Strickland, when he participated in an age old tradition of “decoration” that was held at the quaint country church and surrounding cemetery where much of his family is laid to rest. Jordan felt his family and church family deserved a church building that they could take pride in. From that day, he made a decision.

He was going to do something. He had been searching for a community project that would help him reach the rank of Eagle Scout in his Boy Scout troop.

The nearly century-old Rocky Methodist Church has been an icon of the Rocky community since 1917. Since that time it has seen the passage of time and an ever changing countryside. It has witnessed many wide-eyed brides walk down the aisle on their father’s arm to their future husband. It has felt the grieving of many families as they gathered to say their last goodbyes. If walls could talk, it would tell of the congregation’s joyous singing, happy children participating in Christmas skits and the impelling Word of God being preached on a sunny Sunday morning but with time, comes deterioration. And with time, comes servants… such as Jordan Strickland.

Jordan Strickland is an inspirational 12th grader at Mena High School. He is the son of Willis & Carolyn Strickland. He is a very active Bearcat and participates in several sports including soccer, track and tennis. Strickland is very proud to be a member of the Mena High School Band. His future plans are to attend Rich Mountain Community College following graduation. Where he plans to obtain an Associate of Arts degree and from then decide upon what his major will be.

He has been an active member of Boy Scout Troop #92 led by Scout Leader Fred Chaney for the last 10 years. He has earned several merit badges and chose to pursue the highest achievement and rank attainable in the Boy Scout program, the rank of Eagle Scout. This high level requires an extensive service project that the Scout must plan, organize and lead. This rank is only achieved by 4% of Boy Scouts. It is held as a very honorable and admirable achievement. The requirements alone take years to accomplish. Once the title of “Eagle Scout” is earned, it is held for life. Strickland rose to the challenge and began work upon the old picturesque church building. He and his Boy Scout troop spent countless hours working and repairing the iconic house of worship. From scraping years of old antique paint to repairing broke boards and then applying a new coat of paint to make the restoration project a success. When the community heard of such an undertaking they rose to lend a hand and provide tools and supplies. Strickland said, “We had several businesses such as Handy Hardware, Mike’s Home Specialties and Two Men with Some Tools that were very bighearted and generous to our project.”

When Strickland was asked what his favorite thing is about growing up in Polk County, he said “It’s safe; we don’t have to worry about shoot-outs and lots of crime. It’s a really good place to live in. The people who come from here are just amazing and people of quality. It’s like an old style town. People are nice and fun to be around.”

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Aynes Ice Company - Keeping it Cool, All Year Long

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n 1991 the Aynes family decided to embark on a new enterprise and bought the Bunch Ice Company from Jim and Joann Bunch. When asked what were some of the biggest changes from then till now, Todd Aynes exclaimed, “That the production and operating techniques were quite different all those years ago.” Back when they first opened, it took them one hour to fill 400 bags of ice. Now fast forward to 2016, the company has the technology to bag 37 bags per minute and bag an impressive 600 bags of ice in an hour.

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The family worked 7 days a week during the summer months to accomCommercial modate all of their customers in the early years. Working so many hours An Affordable and Residential Plan for Everyone coupled with working alongside family, funny stories are definitely going to Termites • Household Pests emerge. One such story included Todd and his sister, Tracy, on a routine Bed Bugs • Fire Ants delivery but in the height of the moment, Aynes forgot his gloves just as Polk County 479-234-2038 the duo exited the truck. He immediately turned to go back to the truck to Scott County 479-637-6064 retrieve them and Tracy went to her assigned area. He then began hearing a 5 Year No Price Increase Guarantee whamming sound only to discover Tracy throwing bags of ice at the machine where he was suppose to be. Aynes says he still laughs at that story even today.

Todd and his wife, Angie, took over the business in October of 2013.

Aynes feels he has learned many things since his family acquired the ice business. Aynes said, “I remember telling my mom that I wanted other ice companies to be afraid of me. I have now learned that growth and expansion is not always the answer. I am extremely happy and satisfied with a business that makes me a living and I do not want to become a huge company anyJanuary 6, 2016 more. I am blessed to be active in and a big part of my children’s lives with CALL 479-243-9600 attending ballgames and family activities. I have had time to go and take off and spend with them. I have been able to take time and “Serving your families with be a coach for both of my kids in Dignity & Care for over 80 years” 23 a variety of sports.”

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In the last 25 years of business, one of their greatest accomplishments was sustaining the old clientele of Bunch’s Ice Company. Several of the seasoned customers are Shangri La Resort, Smith’s Grocery in Cove and Wickes, Bob’s in Grannis and Hwy 27 Fishing Village in Story, AR. FULL ATV Aynes said, “We truly appreciate all of our customers, especially the ones who have stayed with SERVICE the company. They have stayed with me for 25 years… even with the price increases.” Aynes cov& REPAIR ers a 70 mile radius, going from Poteau, Okla. to Hot Springs Village and Lake Ouachita.

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Vandervoort Preschool Celebrates AR Children’s Week

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andervoort Preschool had an exciting week as they celebrated Arkansas Children’s Week. Students of Vandervoort ABC started their week with a field trip to DeQueen Preschool for a music concert with Brian and Terri Kinder. The rest of the week was filled with games and special centers with the theme of imaginative play.

Students ended their week planting flowers with parents.

Mena High School’s Spring Concert SUBMITTED BY MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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he Mena High School choirs, directed by Ferroll “Tammy” Taylor, will present their spring concert on Friday, April 29, at 7:00 PM in the high school auditorium.

This year’s concert theme is “A Sky Full of Stars.” The concert will open with a choreographed number featuring the Bearcat Chorus and the Spotlight Singers. The Ladies of the Bearcat Chorus will perform their choral performance assessment piece “Rapsodia Espanola No. 2” followed by the Bearcat Chorus singing “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door”, “Fly Me to the Moon”, and “Fireflies.” The Spotlight Singers will take the stage after the awards presentation. The auditioned ensemble will perform their choral performance assessment entries “Bring Me Little Water, Silvy” and “Hotaru Koi” followed by “Over the Rainbow” and “Wings.” Next the Bearcat Chorus Men will sing their superior-rated choral performance assessment piece “New River Train.” Senior soloists Patty Wyant and Kameron Posey will also be featured in the program. The concert will end with the traditional “Why We Sing”, the senior poem, and the presentation of the seniors. The concert is free and promises to be an evening of fine musical entertainment.

Picture of 2016 choir seniors attached.

Top row from left: Caleigh Talamantez, Patty Wyant, CeCe Metcalf, Kameron Posey; Standing from left: Sophie Horn, Kat Jones, Zena Wilcox, Taylor Rickey; Vertical row from top: Sloan Hicks, Tyler Luce, Natalie Anderson; Not pictured: Traci Cornelius.

MENA PUBLIC SCHOOL’S BREAKFAST MONDAY 5/2 Sausage roll, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal TUESDAY 5/3 Manager’s Choice, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal WEDNESDAY 5/4 Poptart, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal THURSDAY 5/5 Sausage & Pancake on a stick, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal FRIDAY 5/6 Blueberry Elfin Muffin, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal

MENA PUBLIC SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 5/2 Hamburger, lettuce, tomato, pickles, french fires, side kick, milk; Choices: Stead sandwich, lettuce, tomato, pickles, french fries, side kick, milk; or Pizza TUESDAY 5/3 Spaghetti w/ meat, garlic bread, salad, fruit, milk; Choices: Pizza, salad, corn, fruit, milk; or Baked Potato WEDNESDAY 5/4 Chicken tengers, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, winter blend vegetables, hot roll, fruit, milk; Choices: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, winter blend vegetables, hot rill, fruit, milk; or Chef Salad THURSDAY 5/5 Hot dog, pretzels, coleslaw, pickle spear, wacky cake, fruit, milk; Choices: BBQ sandwich, tater tots, coleslaw, pickle spear, wacky cake, fruit, milk; or Pizza FRIDAY 5/6 Taco salad, ranch style beans, fruit, milk; Choices: Ranchero beef tornados, ranch style beans, salad, fruit, milk; or Baked Potato ACORN SCHOOL’S BREAKFAST MONDAY 5/2 Breakfast bagels, fruit, juice, milk TUESDAY 5/3 Mini donuts, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal WEDNESDAY 5/4 Cereal, fruit, juice, milk THURSDAY 5/5 Biscuit, sausage, fruit, juice, milk; Choice: Cereal FRIDAY 5/6 Super donut, fruit, juice, milk

ACORN SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 5/2 Burrito, lettuce, tomato, salsa, corn, fruit, milk TUESDAY 5/3 Ham & cheese croissant, French fries, veggie strips, fruit, milk WEDNESDAY 5/4 Pork roast w/ gravy, green beans, potatoes, roll, fruit, milk THURSDAY 5/5 Chicken noodle soup, crackers, tossed salad, fruit, milk FRIDAY 5/6 Hamburger, french fries, lettuce, tomato, fruit, milk COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOL’S BREAKFAST MONDAY 5/2 Breakfast bites, applesauce, orange juice, milk TUESDAY 5/3 Biscuit w/ gravy, craisins, apple juice, milk WEDNESDAY 5/4 Cereal, orange wedges, cherry juice, milk THURSDAY 5/5 Sausage roll, apple sauce, orange juice, milk FRIDAY 5/6 Super donut, fruit cup, apple juice, milk

COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 5/2 Burrito w/ cheese, tossed salad w/ dressing, spanish rice, mandarin oranges, milk TUESDAY 5/3 Chicken nuggets, baked beans, corn, roll, strawberries/bananas, milk WEDNESDAY 5/4 Frito chili pie, tossed salad w/ dressing, peaches, cinnamon roll, milk THURSDAY 5/5 Beef fingers, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, fruit cocktail, milk FRIDAY 5/6 Chicken sandwich, lettuce, tomato, tater tots, pears, cookie, milk

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MHS Hosts Outdoor Expo SUBMITTED BY MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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ena Middle School will be hosting an Outdoor Expo. All current Mena Middle School families and Holly Harshman 5th grade families are invited to enjoy an evening of fun, food, and fellowship on May 5, 2016 from 5:30-7:30 at the Mena Middle School back courtyard. There will be a presentation of fishing derby certificates to 7th graders and a presentation of Hunters Education Cards to 8th graders and also a meet and greet with your teachers for Fall 2016.

You can expect to see the Arkansas Game and Fish Aquarium, US Forest Service, National Guard, Billy Bass Game, Baggo, Soda Walk, The Crossing Dunking Booth, Bocce, Mena Bearcat Archery Team Demonstration, Mena TEAM Bass, Polk County Extension and 4-H, Healthy Connections, Faith Missionary Baptist Church, Union Bank Hot Dogs, popcorn, Lemonade, Lavilla Chips and Salsa, Mena Police Department activity, Bear State Bank, Holly Springs Homestead, Calvary Baptist Church, Defenders Gym demonstration, Mena Team Bass and more. Parents are especially encouraged to attend and will have a chance to win $25 Wal-Mart gift card door prizes. Students must have parent or guardian present.

Woodsy Owl Visits Louise Durham’s Kindergarten Class

Public Notice: MHS Honor Assembly

Those organizations or individuals who will be awarding scholarships to Mena High School students need to contact Judy Kropp at 479-394-1144 or email judy. kropp@menaschools.org to be included in this year’s assembly. The Honor Assembly will be held on Friday, May 6th at 8:15 am in the Performing Arts Center.

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rs. Billingsley’s Kindergarten class at Louise Durham Elementary hosted a special guest on Earth Day, Friday, April 22. Woodsy Owl, along with U.S. Forestry Service Officer Jennifer Benefield, and PCDC’s Carla White, spoke to the class about protecting the environment, recycling, and to ‘Give a Hoot, Don’t Pollute.’ Room mom Linda Denton prepared a special poster that the class presented January 6, 201 to Woodsy Owl.

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•8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room unless the roads are wet. Written tests are given at 1:00 p.m.

•12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South.

•6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Ouachita Regional Hospice and Davita Mena Dialysis will be holding a memorial service for the patients who have passed away during 2015 at Southside Church of God, 101 Dallas Avenue.

•6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Wickes First Baptist Church. 107 N 2nd Street, Wickes AR. •7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Dance to Don Thompson & Talimena Drive Band, American Legion, Acorn, $6.00 admission.

•8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

Saturday, 4/30 •7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 will serve a Benefit Breakfast. All donations go to Scholarship Program.

•8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Let the Good Times Roll – 6th Annual Caddo River Fest in Downtown Glenwood.

•8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Montgomery County Master Gardeners’ plant sale will be held at the Heritage House Museum in Mount Ida. •11:00 a.m. – A.B.A.T.E. – Proclamation Signing for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month at Janssen Park Pavillion. FREE hot dogs and drinks to follow.

•4:00 p.m. -? - Robby Birtcher Benefit Auction & Dinner at the Mena Fairgrounds. Menu: Pulled Pork, Potato Salad, Baked Beans/ Roll and Drink. Adults (13 & up) $7.00, Children $5.00. Live auction and drawing: desserts are appreciated to be auctioned off. Questions contact: Cheryl Chaney 479-234-5294, Melissa Rapp 479-243-3491, Leslie Jones 479-2342916 or Nancy Williams 479-216-1896.

•6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn.

•8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous - ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-243-0297 or 479-216-4606.

Sunday, 5/1 •9:30 a.m. – Decoration Day at Cherry Hill Cemetery as well as a short business meeting underneath the big oak tree.

•2:30 p.m. – ABATE (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Toward Education) monthly meeting at Limetree Restaurant. Officers meeting at 2:30; general meeting at 3:00 p.m. You don’t have to ride to attend or be a member. A non-profit organization.

•2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

•5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the First United Methodist Church in Mena.

•6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall.

Monday, 5/2 •12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open.

•6:00 p.m. – Polk County Fair & Rodeo meets at the Fairgrounds.

•6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn.

•6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome.

•6:30 p.m. – Shady Grove RVFD business and training meeting.

•6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – AWANA Clubs meet at Grace Bible Church, Highway 71 North.

•7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

•7:00 p.m. – Potter RVFD meeting at the Fire Station.

•7:00 p.m. – Acorn RVFD meeting will be at the Fire House.

•7:00 p.m. – Mena Emblem Club meets at the Elks Lodge.

Tuesday, 5/3 •8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena.

•10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building.

•11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Bring your current project and join other artists.

•11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Free lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen at Mena Seventh Day Adventist Church, 149 Polk 43 (Fairground Road), Mena. 479-394-7404. Take-Out available. All are welcome.

•12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters In Action Card Shop will be open at 3671Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham.

•12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield Branch Library will be open.

•5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weigh-ins, followed by a meeting from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome.

•6:00 p.m. – Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 646 meets at the Limetree. For more information, contact Henry/Hank Todara at 870334-2638.

•7:00 p.m. – Dallas Valley RVFD meets for training at the Fire House.

•7:00 p.m. – Acorn Fire & Rescue meets at the Fire Department.

•8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043.

Wednesday, 5/4 •The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Hatfield, Wickes, Grannis, Vandervoort, Cove, and Mena at noon.

•11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Charm Quilters will meet at the Free Will Baptist Church on the corner of Petros and Cherry St. •12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library is open.

•5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – The Mena First United Methodist Church Kidz will meet.

•6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S., Mena.

•6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – The Southside Church of God Warriors for Christ will meet.

•6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries “Regenerating this Generation” at Mena Church of God Hwy 88 East.

•6:15 p.m. – Discovery Kids – Kindergarten Thru 5th Grade; Collide Youth Ministry – 6th Thru 12th Grades; and Adult Bible Study at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church.

•6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome.

•7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

•7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Inquiry classes into the Catholic Faith begins in the Parish Hall of St. Agnes Catholic Church at 203 8th St. There is no cost or obligation and anyone interested is invited to attend. Call 394-1017 or 394-5655 for more information.

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Thursday, 4/28 •11:15 a.m. – Caregiver Meeting at the Cossatot Senior Center in Wickes, AR. •11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/ Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Lisa Martin at 2163383 or Charles Pitman at 216-4882 for more information.

•12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open.

•12:00 p.m. – 3:00p.m. - The Sonlighters In Action Card Shop will be open at 3671 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham.

•5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries building.

•5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s meeting – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy, 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297.

•5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information.

•6:00 p.m. – Live Country, Bluegrass and Gospel music in the Daisy Room at Janssen Ave Florist.

•6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall.

•7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

Friday, 4/29 •8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Let the Good Times Roll – 6th Annual Caddo River Fest in Down-

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•PCDC is not accepting recycle plastic of any kind at this time due to commodity market trends.

•ORGANIZATIONS OR INDIVIDUALS who will be awarding scholarships to Mena High School students need to contact Judy Kropp 479-394-1144 or email judy.kropp@menaschools.org. to be included in this year’s assembly. The Honor Assembly will be held on May 6 at 8:15 am in the Performing Arts Center.

•MENA HEAD START is taking applications for FALL enrollment for preschool children 3-5 and Early Head Start Children, birth – 3. The program is free to those who qualify. For an application come by Mena Head Start at 606 Pine Ave., 8:00-4:00 Monday thru Friday. For more information, call 479-437-3733.

•A BENEFIT ACCOUNT has been setup at The Union Bank of Mena for Carol Sickles. Contributions go toward Carol’s medical expenses.

•“WOMEN’S COMMUNITY PRAYER CONFERENCE” Saturday May 14th 2016 at 10 a.m. with Evangelist Carla. Kelly.

Lunch will be provided please pre-register (no charge) Please call 394-6763, 3941126 or Facebook: Covenant of Life Family Church, Mena, AR.

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Presented by:

Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce Banquet

Citizen of the Year

Renovation/BeautiďŹ cation

Teena Brown

Mena Lioness Lions Club Received by Carla Mosley

Polk County Extension Office (4H Building) Received by Carla Vaught

Business of the Year

Best New Construction

Honored

Volunteer of the Year

Union Bank of Mena Received by Phillip Hensley

Queen Wilhelmina State Park Lodge

Special supplement made possible by

2015 President Cindy Long & its advertisers

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he Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce held their annual banquet on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at the Ouachita Center and entertained a full house, as the county’s business sector gathered to celebrate together.

Sock Monkey Improv kept the crowd in stitches with their comedy routine and Shannon Hunter worked her auction magic to help raise money for the Chamber’s $6,000 worth of yearly scholarships.

The event was catered by the Branding Iron Restaurant.

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Beasley-Wood Funeral Home Caring for your Family Over 80 Years

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Table Decorations:

Stewman’s Flowers Congratulations

to all the award winners, and thank you for allowing us to serve you.

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CONGRATULATIONS 1803 Cordie Drive, Mena • 479-394-2600 www.peachtreemena.com

“Where Love and Care Go Hand and Hand”

Award Winners!

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Union Bank was named as the Business of the Year for their constant support of the community. Union Bank has always been a community minded business and donate to many of the area’s schools and invest in the youth of the community. The award was presented by Chamber President, Tammy Young.

Young also presented Teena Brown with the Volunteer of the Year Award. Brown owns Clarice’s Room of Hope, which provides cancer patients with wigs, gas cards, and more to make battling their illness a little easier. Brown has dedicated much of her life to the project and has helped dozens of patients over the years.

The Mena Lioness Lions were named the Citizens of the Year. The Lioness club has donated thousands of dollars to programs within the local community. Their backpack program that supports hungry children in all schools across the county, raised more than $37,000 in 2015, insuring funding for the next school year.

Best Renovation/Beautification was given to Queen Wilhelmina State Park who, as presenter and Chamber Board of Director, LeAnn Dilbeck said, “is the crown jewel of the local tourism market.” The $7.4 million renovation was completed and reopened on July 1, 2015 and has since broken record numbers of guests.

Best New Construction was awarded to the Polk County Extension Services 4-H Building. Carla Vaught of the Polk County Extension Office accepted the award. The building was almost a decade in the making and included work by the New York Says Thank You Foundation. It is now in full use and allows for a central location for functions to be held for 4-H, Master Gardeners, Homemakers Clubs, and more.

MEDI SHOP PHARMACY

Phar�acy for Your Health

Bob Geyer Pharm. D. Pharmacy 204 Hwy. 71 S at 2nd St. Phone: 479-394-3254 Toll Free: 866-575-9594

Congratulations Award Winners!

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VA Clinic We serve you because you served us!

1706 Hwy 71N, Mena 479-394-4800

Salvation Army Family Store

401 Sherwood Ave., Mena

Congratulations to all Community Award Recipients & Nominees!

MENA, HATFIELD & WICKES

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Supercenter 67 600 Hwy. 71 North • Mena, AR

HOURS T-F 9-5 & SAT. 10-3 Changing lives one at a time! #DoingTheMostGood #PolkCounty #Donate Like us on Facebook!

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at Mena

Assisted Living OFFICE: 479.243.0033 FAX: 479.394.1204 1341 SOUTH MENA STREET MENA, ARKANSAS 71953 www.theoaksatmena.com

Manufacturer of Quality CNC Parts 479.394.4248 104 Port Arthur Avenue Mena, AR 71953-3344

Mullen Construction

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PONDS - CLEARING - BACKHOE - TOP SOIL Licensed and Bonded

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Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce Banquet

Ouachita Equine Clinic Serving all your small & large animal needs.

Congratulations Award Winners!

Hours: Mon. Tues. Wed., and Fri. 8am-5pm Closed on Thurs.

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Randy J. Burgess D.V.M. 2920 Hwy. 71 N, Mena, AR 71953

203 Hwy 71 N, Mena • 479-243-0123 DiamondBanking.com Proud Supporter of the

Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce

Thank you to the Chamber and Congratulations to the winners!

479-385-5067

812 Mena St. • Mena, AR

Telissa Montgomery 205 N Morrow, Mena 479-394-1181

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Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce Banquet

Silent Auction Items Sponsors: ACCI Restoration & Resources American Artisans Arkansas Parks & Tourism Arvest Bank Atwoods Avalon Keep Botanical Gardens Baywash Car Wash Bear State Bank Branding Iron Steakhouse Board Camp Crystal Mine Caveman Engraving Coast to Coast Crystal Musical Festival Farmer's CO-OP Freedom Pharmacy Glennaire Construction Healthy Connections Janssen Ave. Florist Diane Mathis

Matt Thomas State Farm Insurance Mena Regional Health System Ouachita Equine Clinic Polk County Farm Bureau Rich Mountain Community College Sear’s Hometown Store Senator Larry Teague Shelter Insurance Serendipity Hair & Nail Salon Stewman’s Flowers Strother Decor The Fair Lady Boutique The Front Porch The Main Street Shoppe The Mercantile The Old Bank Antiques Tim's Yamaha Union Bank Washburn's Furniture

Banquet Preparations: Advertising – Mena/Waldron Newspapers & Pulse Multi-Media Auctioneer - Hunter’s Auction Service Awards - Caveman Engraving Catering – The Branding Iron Decorations - Stewman’s Flowers Entertainment – Sock Monkey Improv Facilities - Ouachita Center at Rich Mountain Community College Lodging Accommodations – Mena Mountain Resort Programs - Union Bank Sound Equipment & Filming Assistance - CMA, The Crossing & RMCC Tickets - Pony Express

Thank you all for your continued support!

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Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce Banquet

309 S. Morrow Mena, AR 479-394-3650 THE VOICE OF AGRICULTURE

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General Store & Indoor Flea Market Thank You Chamber for a wonderful banquet!

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www.washburns.com Mon-Fri 8:30 to 6:00 • Sat 9:00 - 3:00 (479) 394-4332 • (888) 394-4332

Congratulations to all 2015 Community Awards Recipients!

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Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce Banquet BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Pictured are the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors: Back Row - Brion Dickerson, Matt Thomas, Lisa Martin, Jimma Holder, and Debbie Frost. Front Row - Sonya Maye, Jenny Graves, Cindy Long, Tammy Young, Paula Bailey, and LeAnn Dilbeck.

Rubber Service & Supply 479-394-4431 141 Polk 113, Mena Owned by Larry & Linda Dunaway

Congratulations all Chamber Award Winners!

Maddox & Maddox 701 Mena Street 479-394-2761

menawaterutilities.com

Attorneys at LAW

520 Church Street Call 479-394-6060 for appointments.

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CONGRATULATIONS Nidec Motor Corporation - US Motors

Celebrates Employee Anniversaries

The Nidec Service Awards Banquet was held on April 7th at Mena Mountain Resort. The evening was in honor and appreciation of the employees hired during the following years: 1970, 1980, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005 and 2010. Total cumulative years of service for these employees was an impressive 730 years. Congratulations to all who received an award. Thank you for all your hard work, your dedication is appreciated.

35 Years

45 Years 45 Years: Rich Heppe, Sherrel Chambers, Junior Bratton, Mark Kinder

35 Years: Rich Heppe, Jane Owens, Mark Kinder Not pictured: David Stone

20 Years

25 Years 25 Years: Rich Heppe, Brian Harvey, Rickey Wallace, Michael Hansard, Craig Warner, Ken Hafferty, Mark Kinder Not pictured: Ruthie Bohanon, Kevin Wollfenbarger

10 Years

15 Years 15 Years: Rich Heppe, Chuck Vance, Larraine Davis, Mark Kinder Not Pictured: Michael Lickly

20 Years: Front Row: Billy Watts, Loretta Henry, Steve Allen, Fred Chaney, Michael Thompkins, Mark Kinder Back Row: Rich Heppe, Mike Bailey, Randy Martin, Travis Philpot, Norman Ward, Billy Carmack Not pictured: Jeff Bass, Robert Holmes, Daniel Odom, Clemenicio Paniagua, Eric Sobeski, Matthew Strothers

10 Years: Rich Heppe, Lori King, Mark Kinder Not pictured: Steven Craft

Nidec Motor Corporation 500 North Morrow Street 479-394-1650

5 Years 5 Years: Rich Heppe, Jason Glasscock, Vickie Robbins, Mark Kinder

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Lower ISO Ratings

CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE According to Polk County Emergency Coordinator, James Reeves, The City of Hatfield and Hatfield Rural Volunteer Department have lowered their rating to a 6, as has Cove City Fire Department. Cove Rural Volunteer Fire Department made an even larger leap and was able to bring their rating down to a 5. Already on the list with a 6 were Ink, who just recently lowered theirs, and Dallas Valley who has maintained a 6 for some time.

Ink’s rating will be effective on June 1, 2016, while the rest will go into effect on July 1, 2016. Reeves said the process of lowering the ratings has changed slightly and departments no longer have to spend two to three days each with the ISO inspector, but just one day, saving time. Another time saver has been email and digital record keeping, making it much easier to send and receive documents between departments and inspectors.

Other than obvious safety benefits, residents will reap the rewards via homeowners insurance, which will lower when the ratings become effective. “It benefits everyone because with the money saved on homeowners insurance, they will be able to reinvest their money into other things, into the community,” said Reeves. “A lot of businesses that are looking to relocate look at things like ISO ratings and insurance rates so having all of these ratings lowered will be a benefit they see in our area.”

Cossatot River FFA & Mena’s Voisin Win in RMCD’s Forestry & Land Judging Contests R

ich Mountain Conservation District (RMCD) recently partnered with Cossatot Conservation District of Sevier County for their annual Forestry and Land Judging Contests. Over 200 students and their advisors traveled from all over the state to the Gillham Lake area to compete.

Winners in the Forestry Competition were: Overall Forestry Winner - Hermitage FFA; Polk County Forestry Winner - Cossatot River FFA; High Point Polk Co. Forestry Individual - Trevor Voisin, Mena FFA. Winners in the Land Competition were: Overall Winner - Gurdon FFA; Polk County Land Winner - Cossatot River FFA; Polk Co. Individual Land Winner - Kolt Richardson, Cossatot River FFA. “We give a special thanks to volunteers from NRCS, U.S. Forest Service, Arkansas Forestry Commission, Polk and Sevier County Extension Service, Corp of Engineers, and all of the other volunteers who help to make this a successful contest,” said Sharon Walston, of RMCD.

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Every Mother Loves...

Jewelry • Purses • Beach Bags • Candles Gift Cards • A Great Outfit But Greatest of All...To Give Back!

Apartments for Rent at our locations in Mena, Hatfield, Cove and Wickes. Our apartments are "Smoke Free" and you will find the following included in the rent you pay.

Cooking and Heating are both Natural Gas and this is paid by the housing authority. Your water, sewer and garbage pick-up is also paid by the housing authority. You will be responsible for your own electric, phone and TV service.

Rent amount based on income.

Lawn mowing service is provided to elderly/disabled residents and the service is available for a fee to all other resident's.

Apartments are equipped with a range, refrigerator and central heat and air conditioning.

Interested??? Contact our office at 479-394-1569 or our website: www.polkarhousing.com

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Let us know you are making a purchase for a mother and we will make a donation of 15% to the Covenant House on behalf of her. Let us make this Mother’s Day special.

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We offer complimentary gift wrapping!

Hunter Computerized 4-Wheel Alignment & Wheel Balancing Tires • Brakes • Custom Exhaust • Shocks & Struts Hours: Mon.-Fri. • 8am-5:30pm 1500 Hwy 71 South, Mena

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“TEACHERS”

Thank you for teaching and guiding our children towards the right path of life. We are truly grateful!

MEMBER

MENA, HATFIELD & WICKES

479-394-2211 • www.unionbankofmena.com

SINCE 1939!

Our Teachers are A+

1020 Mena St. Mena, AR 71953

479.394.4332 TOLL FREE 1.888.394.4332

HOURS: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Sat. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thank You to all of our great teachers!

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#ThankATeacher

Aynes Ice Company 500 Ridge Avenue, Mena • (479) 394-4942

Thank you, teachers, for all you do!

Arkansas Valley Insurance Agency P.O. Box 590 1402 Hwy. 71 South Mena, AR 71953 479-394-6131

Thank You Teachers!

THANK YOU TEACHERS FOR ALL YOU DO!

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479-394-3650

701 Tenth St • 479-394-4293 Hours M-F 6:15 am - 5:30 pm

Thank you Sunshine House Teacher’s for all your love and care!

“Teacher appreciation makes the world of education go around.” HELEN PETERS

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Scholarships Presented During Mena FFA Banquet

Allbaugh Leadership Award Presented to: Clint Buck Presented by: Jacob Miller, JoAnn Allbaugh, and Sloan Hicks Scholarship will enable Buck to attend the FFA Washington Leadership Conference this summer.

Dr. Cress Memorial Award Presented to: Kaleb Reeves & Marley Jones Presented by: Rene Roberts Scholarship will enable Reeves & Jones to attend the FFA Washington Leadership Conference

Many thanks to all who are and have shown support for Carol Sickles. Each prayer, thought and donation have been a blessing during this battle with cancer. Each of you are appreciated more than words can say. A benefit account has been set up for Carol at the Union Bank of Mena to assist with expenses.

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Presented to: Justin Godfrey Presented by: Marley Jones & Keeley Jones $1,000 scholarship to a college of Godfrey’s choice.

Merle Metcalf Memorial Scholarship & Rich Mountain Conservation District Scholarship

Presented to: Trevor Voisin Presented by: Steve Swall and Allen Stewart

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3610 -The setting for this beautiful brick home is what everyone is looking for. This 3 bd 2.5 ba contains 3968 sq.ft also has office that could be 4th bedroom. The handicap design features large walk in showers, all tile floors and extra wide doors. Other features are double garage plus carport, a 70 KW propane generator, 30 x 50 insulated shop with 2 roll up doors and 12 x 50 lean-to on shop and another 20 x 24 work shop. There is large area to the front of home that could be fenced for livestock and a pond. $399,000

3544 - Grand and Stately with Contemporary Elegance this home has it all! A complete interior remodel in 2015. This spacious 4963 sq ft home features high tray ceilings and crown molding in the Foyer, Great Room, Formal Dining Room and Office, Custom Kitchen and Morning Room, 5 bd, 3 ba 2 half baths, utility room plus a craft room. Large 3 car garage, front porch view of Lake Mena, brick terrace at the rear of home accessible by lovely French Doors. Too many amenities to list, this is truly a must see home! $499,500

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GREENHAND AWARDS Including Star Greenhan d Award, Halie Standerfer

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Add Your Personal Style to Your Home (StatePoint) You may feel locked into the style you inherited when you purchased your house. But you have more power than you think to transform your reality home into your dream home.

To make a big style impact, consider these upgrades and projects: Stunning Curb Appeal Don’t settle for a drab or standard home exterior, particularly when it comes to your roof. A beautiful, colorful update will enhance your home’s exterior design and boost curb appeal.

For long-term durability, consider a polymer slate or shake roofing product, like those from DaVinci Roofscapes, which are offered in 50 standard colors and a variety of striking color blends.

However, picking the right exterior color scheme and style can be daunting without guidance, say experts.

“Many homeowners are afraid to shake things up with color because they don’t want to make a mistake,” says Kate Smith, a color trend forecaster with Sensational Color.

Luckily, free resources can provide guidance and tips on understanding your home’s exterior features and how to play off them with color accents. For example, Smith has written a free 36-page guide, “FRESH Color Schemes for Your Home Exterior.” The guide explores color options for seven different home styles and eases the process of choosing color palettes to complement your home exterior. To download the free guide, visit davinciroofscapes.com.

An Interior Oasis An ancient tub, a leaky toilet -- these are bathroom features to bid farewell to forever. Your bathroom should be more than just a functional space; it should be an oasis from busy, stressful days.

Whether you are looking for customary bathroom elements or a spa-like whirlpool system, seek out a collection, rather than a la carte replacements, to achieve a coordinated look. For example, the Affordable Style Designer Series suites from Mansfield Plumbing, come in a variety of unified traditional and modern designs.

If you want a bit more from your bathroom, consider new products, such as the MicroDerm Therapeutic Bath, which silently infuses millions of oxygen-rich microbubbles into bathwater to relax, clean and exfoliate skin.

A Touch of Elegance Give your interior spaces privacy and elegance by rethinking windows. In key rooms, consider replacing standard windows with privacy windows.

Decorative glass windows add character to a space because they become the view. They serve as their own artwork for the LICENSED RESIDENTIAL room with the added benefit of providing privacy in the home.

AND COMMERCIAL Those from Hy-Lite include square, geometric and oval shaped windows in both fixed and operable styles and in various sizes, CONTRACTOR so they can be used as a focal point in a room or to create a striking accent wall of windows. Create an eye-catching space in the kitchen with acrylic block windows, or complement your home’s architectural style with one of the fashionable silk-screened windows featured in their Home Designer Collection.

If you’re unsatisfied with your house, consider making key upgrades and replacements that will add elegance, beauty and a touch of your own personality.

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Down the Road to Key West: Pancho Villa’s Gold...

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f you’re looking for clever fun with zany characters, a blossoming romance, and electric high adventure, this one’s for you! Polk County author Michael Reisig’s newest offering is guaranteed to keep you locked to your seat and slapping at the pages, while burbling up a giggle or two.

In Reisig’s fifth book of this series, our reluctant Caribbean heroes, Kansas Stamps and Will Bell, find themselves competing for the affections of a beautiful antiquities dealer and searching for the lost treasure of perhaps Mexico’s most renowned desperado/national hero. In the meantime, they’re doing their best to avoid a nasty collection of south-of-the-border bandits who want what they want.

Tie this together with an ancient legend, a mysterious tribe of Indians, and a tale of vengeance that can only be resolved with “Pancho’s gold,” and you’ll find yourself headed “Down The Road To Key West.” The book is $12.95 paperback or $2.99 Amazon Kindle version.

Michael Reisig has been writing professionally for 20 years, publishing 14 novels. He is a former Caribbean adventurer turned newspaper editor, award-winning columnist, and best-selling novelist. His works have been optioned for motion pictures, sold to overseas publishers, and produced for ebooks and audio.

He attended high school and college in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. After college, he relocated to the Florida Keys, established a commercial diving business, got his pilot’s license, and traveled extensively throughout the southern hemisphere, diving, treasure hunting, adventuring, and writing about his travels.

Reisig claims he has been thrown out of more countries in the Caribbean Basin than most people ever visit, and he admits that a great many of the situations and the characters in his novels are authentic -- but nothing makes a great read like experience. He now lives in Mena, but he still escapes to the Caribbean for an occasional adventure. Go to amazon.com, or Michael’s website at michael-reisig.com, to learn more about his works.

POLK COUNTY BIRTHS AT MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

Amanda and Benjamin Epperson, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on April 13th.

Johanna Souther, of DeQueen, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on April 16th.

Heather and Jeremy Lackey, of Mena, are the proud

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Peanut is the loving pony of 2-year old Brastyn Vespie.

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parents of a baby girl, born on April 17th.

Shanna Sanders, of Waldron, is the proud mother of a baby boy, born on April 19th.

Jami Bell and Timothy Freeman, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on April 20th.

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United Country Arkansas Properties is proud to announce the association of

Christy Tackett John Titsworth, Jr., owner of United Country Arkansas Properties announces that Christy Tackett has joined our organization. Christy graduated from Oden High School and has two children, Brooklyn and Hailey. Brooklyn attends the University of Arkansas in Fort Smith and Hailey is a sophomore at Mena High School. Christy will continue to serve her customers at A Splash of Color as well as selling and listing real estate. She welcomes her friends and neighbors to seek her assistance for all their real estate needs.

United Country was founded in 1925 and is the only national real estate franchise system specializing in residential, farm and ranch, commercial and recreational properties in rural America.

1182 Highway 71 South • Mena, Arkansas 71953 www.unitedcountrymena.com • John Titsworth, Jr. • Owner/Broker

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Moments From America’s History:

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Celebrating the Zipper

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es, you read it correctly. This week we recognize an invention which should be near and dear to just about everyone of us - the zipper. It may be true that there are moments from America’s history more notable and interesting to remember this week, but we would be hard-pressed to find one that has contributed more to our lives on a daily basis. Like you, I have never known life without this handy little device. I’ve always just taken it for granted, not giving it much thought other than enjoying its convenience and utility in helping us to keep our lives together. In light of this and my blunder in overlooking the zipper’s centennial three years ago, perhaps I can make amends by giving this mechanical wonder its past due recognition through a brief look at its history on the occasion of its 103rd birthday.

Elias Howe, an American mechanic and machinist who invented the sewing machine, originally birthed the idea and received a patent in 1851 for an Automatic, Continuous Clothing Closure. Perhaps because of the success of the sewing machine, he didn’t pursue marketing or improving the device any further.

In 1893 Whitcomb Judson, an American machine salesman and mechanical engineer from Chicago and an inventor of the Pneumatic Street Railway, patented a ‘Clasp Locker’ (later known as the Judson C-curity Fastener), a complicated hook-and-eye shoe fastener. Its public debut was at the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. In 1894 Judson launched the Universal Fastener Company to manufacture his invention, but he met with little commercial success.

In 1906 electrical engineer Gideon Sundback went to work for the Universal Fastener Company where he became the head designer. He made several advances in the development of the fastener, building upon the previous work of Howe and Judson. Sundback’s first patent for the “Hookless Fastener” was issued on April 29, 1913. After more improvements, he patented the “Separable Fastener” in 1917. Sundback also created the manufacturing machine for the new fastener. This final model is recognized as the first modern zipper, though the name zipper wasn’t officially registered until 1925 when the B.F. Goodrich Company used the device on their new boots (galoshes).

Early on, gloves and tobacco pouches were the primary uses for zippers. One of its first customers was the US Army, which applied zippers to the clothing and gear of the troops of World War I. Within the next thirty years zippers would achieve wide acceptance in the garment and fashion industries, initially for the flies of trousers and openings of skirts and dresses. Today, there are at least six types of zippers used in a multitude of products which have played a part in the lives of millions of people around the world. In 2006 Gideon Sundback was honored by induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame for his work in the development and production of the zipper. I personally wish Mr. Judson would have also been recognized in such a way.

So the next time we zip or unzip the trousers, jacket, tent, duffle bag, purse, gun case, or life-preserving device, we now know who to thank for their good old-fashioned American perseverence and ingenuity - and for giving us countless memories of lifes’ episodes and humor involving zippers. Comedian George Burns (1896-1996), in referring to the aging process, once quipped “First you forget names, then you forget faces. Next you forget to pull your zipper up and finally, you forget to pull it down”.

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Friday, May 6th

Mena High School Honors Assembly @ PAC

Sunday, May 15th

Mena High School Graduation

Tuesday, May 17th

Louise Durham Awards Assembly

Wednesday, May 18th

Mena Middle School Awards Assembly

Thursday, May 19th

Holly Harshman Awards Assembly @ PAC

Monday, May 23rd Last day of school

Photos Courtesy of Sweet Peas Photography

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heila Johnson will have a one-woman show in Mena Art Gallery during the month of May, starting with a reception from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, April 30.

Sheila has been teaching art since 1986. She graduated from Henderson State University with a major in art and has never looked back.

When asked what is her favorite medium, she replied, “I enjoy all media…I’m a jack of all trades. I love teaching art and being an artist because it is so different every day. Art is never boring.” And certainly that can be said of the work that will hang in Mena Art Gallery this May. Her show is one that shows a wide variety of the media she has used. Most artists settle into one area, but Sheila has worked in pastel on sandpaper, printmaking, drawings, paintings, people, landscapes, and just about anything else she could come across.

She also said, “I’ve graded so much art over the last 30 years, and now is the time when parents, students and fellow artists can critique mine. I hope it will be interesting for artists of all ages.”

Spring Tips to Attract Beautiful Birds to Your Yard

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(StatePoint) When hosting neighbors and friends for spring gatherings, your thoughts may dwell on accommodating guests. But how often do you consider your animal visitors?

“During spring, flocks of birds migrate and are looking for places to refuel and rest,” says Spencer Schock, Founder of WindowAlert, makers of bird-friendly products for homes. “A few small tweaks to your yard, is like placing out a welcome mat.”

Unfortunately, migration is not without peril or hardship, but Schock says turning your home into a refuge for birds can be fun and add beauty to your yard. He offers these tips to keep feathered travelers safe during their migratory journey.

• Protect flight: Millions of birds die annually by striking glass, making windows a hazard to birds in flight. Try applying special decals that reflect ultraviolet sunlight to your home’s windows, particularly those windows that are highly reflective of open sky.

The decals won’t affect your view because they’re virtually invisible to humans, but will help keep birds safe. For example, those from WindowAlert have patterns that give the appearance of slightly frosted translucent glass, but glow like a stoplight for birds. The brand also makes a high-tech liquid called WindowAlert UV Liquid, which can be applied between decals.

Such ultraviolet decals have been scientifically proven to keep birds safer. A 2015 American Bird Conservancy Study found that the more WindowAlert decals that were applied to a piece of glass covering the departure point of a flight tunnel, the more birds avoided it (a net protected all the birds in the study from actually getting hurt, no matter where they chose to fly).

• Bed and Breakfast: Birdfeeders come in all shapes, sizes and styles, and simply adding one to your yard can help beautify it and give birds the energy needed to continue their flight.

Remember though, bird strikes are often a problem near bird feeders, as feeding birds are easily frightened and are apt to take wild, evasive flight; position feeders closer than three feet or farther than 30 feet from windows. If your feeder is close to the window, birds fly away from the house. Believe it or not, the safest type of feeder is the kind that attach to the window itself.

You can also make your home’s outdoor spaces more bird-friendly filling your garden with the right plants and flowers for pollinating bird species.

• Watch and record: Grab a pair of binoculars and a field guide book and take note of the types of birds you see and when. This will help you become better prepared for next season. In addition, consider becoming a “citizen scientist” by submitting your observaIN THE FRIDGE: AVOCADO • BACON • BROCCOLI • BUTTER • CARROTS • tions to The Audubon Society and Cornell University’s database at ebird.org.

CHEESE • EGGS • FISH • GRAPES • JAM • JELLY • JUICE • KETCHUP • For more tips on making your home and garden a bird haven, visit WindowAlert.com.

LEFTOVERS • LEMONS • LETTUCE • MAYONNAISE • MEAT • MILK • MUSTARD • “By making a few simple modifications to your yard and home, you can assist birds on OLIVES • ONIONS • ORANGES • PEACHES • PEAS • PICKLES • POULTRY • their long journey,” says Schock.

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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.

Latisha Edith Atkinson, 24, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing governmental operations.

Report was taken of a riding lawn mower being stolen from a rental property. Case is pending interview of possible suspect.

Herbert Atkinson, 47, and Christal L. Ford, 41, both of Mena were each charged with third degree battery after a call to a fight at a local residence.

Mena Police Department April 17, 2016 Jerod David Toon, 22, of Watson, OK was charged with DWI. The arrest followed a routine traffic stop.

Report was taken of a local man being beaten by an acquaintance. The victim declined to press charges.

April 18, 2016 Christine Marie Fellows, 36, of Van Buren was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Crawford County. She was taken into custody and officers from Crawford County came to Mena and transported her back to their facility.

Report was made of aggressive dogs running at large. Case is pending further investigation.

Report was taken from employees at a local farm store regarding a shoplifter.

Case is pending review of surveillance tapes and identification of suspect.

A local man reported being harassed by his girlfriend’s former husband. Case pending.

April 19, 2016 A loal woman reported the theft of several computer games and equipment from her residence. Eduardo Hernandez Garcia, 36, of Mena was charged with public intoxication, residential burglary, and theft of property.

A Mena woman reported that her boyfriend had come into her house and attacked her. Case is pending interview of suspect.

April 20, 2016 A local man reported that someone had broken into his house and taken several items. Case pending.

April 21, 2016 No reports filed.

April 22, 2016 Michael Tyrail Higgins, 29, of Mena was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, reckless driving, and disorderly conduct. The arrest followed a call to a disturbance at a local store.

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Polk County Sheriff’s Department April 18, 2016 Report of a domestic disturbance on Coonhound Lane near Cove. One of the parties left the residence. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from a bank in Cove of a counterfeit $20 bill. Investigation determined the bill came from an Oklahoma business.

Deputies forwarded information to the McCurtain County Sheriff’s Office.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Summer Lane near Wickes. Deputy responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was Scott D. Schantz, 46, of Cove, on a Warrant for Parole Revocation.

April 19, 2016 Report from complainant on Highway 8 West near the Shady Grove community of being harassed by a family member. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

April 20, 2016 Report from complainant on Heritage Lane near Hatfield of the theft of tools, clothing and household goods, all valued at $550.00. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Calvin C. Mayo, 26, of Cove, on a Charge of Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License.

April 21, 2016 Arrested was David D. Heard, 29, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance.

Report from complainant on Highway 270 near the Acorn community of the break-in and theft of electronics, firearms, coins and jewelry, all valued at $530.00.

Investigation continues.

April 22, 2016 Report from a Mena woman that her 14-year-old daughter was being harassed

by an acquaintance. Deputy advised both parties to cease all contact.

Arrested was Ariel M. Dinkins, 21, of Wickes, on a Warrant for Theft by Receiving and Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card.

April 23, 2016 Traffic stop on Highway 246 West near Hatfield led to the arrest of Kyle D. Vaughn, 25, of Cove, on Charges of DWI and Careless/Prohibited Driving.

Traffic stop near Hatfield led to a 17-year-old Mena male being issued a Juvenile Citation for Possession of Intoxicating Liquor by a Minor. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian.

Arrested was Thomas J. Shaver, 30, of

Hatfield, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

April 24, 2016 Report from a Hatfield man of custody issues with his 17-year-old daughter. Deputy advised complainant of legal options.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 614 near Mena. Deputies responded. One of the parties left the residence for the night.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates; with 9 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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Squeaky Clean Mobile Dog Wash, Dry, Nails, Ears, Brushing, Clipping. Deanna Boyd 479-234-1866, I will come to you. Like Facebook 4/27 Clean & Comfortable housing since 1969, J. Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals. Hwy 71 North, Mena, AR. 479-3941252.

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For Rent – 2 BR, 1 BA Duplex, has stove, fridge, W/D connecHarris Fence serving Mena & surrounding areas tions water bill paid. Rent $385 Deposit $250, 394-4634. chain link, privacy and vinyl no job too small, re TFN pairs & all 501-388-7195 over 20 years exp.

Yard Mowing, Weed Eating, Bush Hogging, Handyman Ser 6/1 vices, Power Washing, Garden Plowing & Tilling. Have Tractor with Implements for larger jobs. Also Chainsaw Work. Bill Duff. The Oaks Assisted Living at Mena is currently hiring for a FullCall 479-216-5204.

Time Lpn. Also hiring for Full-Time Housekeeping Monday 5/25 Friday. Please apply in person Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm at 1341 South Mena Street.

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Land for Sale: 3-5 acre tracks. Fourth of mile off Hwy 71 North of Wickes. Call 479-263-9529 before 8 a.m. or after 3:30 p.m.

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Now Hiring: Journeyman and Apprentices, application can be picked up at Five J Electric, 2209 Hwy. 71 South, Mena, 479-394-3419.

2014 24ft. Husky 2 axle car hauler. Mag, ramp, escape 5/4 door white $5800 obo. 479-437-3701 or cell 661-7489912. 5/4

Benefit Dinner and Auction for Robby Birtcher – April 30, 2016, Polk County Fairgrounds in Mena at 4 p.m.

J & N Dozer – Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dump Truck, Ponds, Pads,

Clearing, Roads, Hauling, Rich Top Soil, Fill Dirt, Shale, Grav 4/27 el. Dozer Operator Randy Egger, over 30 years’ experience.

We appreciate your Business! Call 479-234-1357.

Garage Sale April 27-30, Wednesday through Sat TFN

urday, over 50 years’ stuff. Vintage, antiques, collectibles, tools, house items, books and many more things. 8:30-5:30, 1001 South Reine Street.

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For Sale by owner: 2 Bedroom House, 2 ½ stall garage attached. Board Camp area. Close to Wolfpen GAP Trails, 20 Acres. 479-394-1770.

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House Cleaning and More. Call Winnie Cotter at 2343418. 5/4

Registered Nurse: Contact Person: Send applications to Mr. Benny Weston, Superintendent. Address: 501 Hickory, Mena, AR 71953. Telephone: (479)394-1710. Fax: (479)394-1713 Application Deadline: Until Filled. Commencement Date: 1617 school year. Qualifications: Meet State Certification Requirements. EOE 5/4

For Sale: Three Swivel bar stools that are in good condition with cushions. Asking price is $30 for each bar stool. Also for sale, a brand new salon chair. Asking price $75. For more information, contact: Sue at 394-3725 or Missy at 216-8993.

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Humane Society of the Ouachitas Pet of the Week Mandy is a cuddle bug! Mandy is a lovely medium sized Border Collie. She loves nothing better than to be cuddled! Friendly, sweet and just so gorgeous! Mandy is only 2 years old. She is spayed, house trained with a dog door ,and is up to date on her shots. Mandy has medium length soft pettable long fur in a beautiful black and white pattern. Active, alert and very people friendly...who could ask for more?

Give us a call. You’ll be glad you did!

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