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March Declared Southwest Artists and Mena Art Gallery Month

Mena Mayor Seth Smith declared March as Southwest Artists and Mena Art Gallery Month in the City of Mena on Friday, February 28th.

The proclamation states that since the Mena Art Gallery is celebrating its 75th anniversary in March and since this dedicated group of artists have shared their talents with the community of Mena for the past 75 years through various educational venues.

The City of Mena acknowledges Southwest Arkansas Inc and the Mena Art Gallery for their many accomplishments and contributions to the City of Mena.

Smith also encourages all citizens, businesses, schools, colleges and governmental agencies in Mena to join him in congratulating these organizations on their 75th anniversary.

Jillian Faith Chaney is pictured with Cortez Copher, Regent, Faith's Mother - Sheli Chaney, Father - Fred Chaney, and grandparents - Yolanda Chaney and Danny Chaney. Jillian Faith Chaney with First Place Certificate in the James K. Polk Good Citizen's Scholarship Contest.

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Chaney Wins Local and State DAR Good Citizen’s Scholarship Awards Story By: Cortez Copher Mena High School senior, Jillian Faith Chaney, the daughter of Sheli and Fred Chaney, was recently awarded First Place in the James K. Polk Chapter ASDAR Good Citizen's Scholarship competition.

Her essay was then advanced to the state DAR competition where she also won first place in the State of Arkansas DAR Good Citizen's Scholarship program.

Miss Chaney will be honored in Little Rock on Saturday, March 21, during the ASDAR Student and Teacher "Celebrate Excellence" Awards Ceremony during the Arkansas State Conference of the Daughters of the American Revolution in the DoubleTree Hotel. Faith will receive a large certificate and pin along with a check for $250. She will later be honored at a reception for the "Celebrate Excellence" award winners in the Old State House.

Her essay has been forwarded to the DAR South Central region for judging. If she is a division winner, she will receive a cash award of $500. If she is one of 2 national winners, she will be invited to Washington, DC to attend the Daughters of The American Revolution Continental Congress in June, and will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship.

Other area student winners in the DAR Good Citizen's Scholarship awards include second place winner Manuel Esquivel Amador, a senior form Cossatot River High School, receiving a check for $50, and the third place winner, Taylor Lynn Allen, a senior from Caddo Hills High School, receiving a check for $25.

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Mena Mayor Seth Smith, center, signs a proclamation declaring March Southwest Artists and Mena Art Gallery Month. Pictured from left to right, front row: Jolynn Vacca, Smith, Jan Wennberg. Back row: Lynn Greenwade, Gilda Meyers, and Tiffany Lane. Submitted photo.

Applications available for M*A*S*H camps Applications are now available to high school students for the summer Medical Applications of Science for Health (M*A*S*H) camps. These two-week M*A*S*H camps, sponsored in part by Farm Bureau, will be offered at 35 different medical facilities throughout Arkansas and are designed to

expose rising high-school juniors and seniors to healthcare-related careers. Mena Regional Health System will offer the camp for this region of the state from June 18th through 28th.

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By law, Fiscal Sessions can only last 30 days (45 days with a ¾ vote to extend), so members work weeks in advance drafting appropriation measures in order to ensure Representative John Maddox our sessions are brief.

That preparation begins in budget hearings. Beginning Wednesday, March 4, 2020, the Joint Budget Committee will hold a series of meetings designed to begin the process of outlining a budget

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LETTER TO THE Rev. Donley Hesse will preach for the final time on Sunday, March 8th at Trinity Lutheran Church! The 10:00 a.m. service is the second of four special services this year celebrating the 120th Anniversary of Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 1010 Dequeen Street in Mena. This service marks the 120th Anniversary of the first Baptisms celebrated among the early Lutherans in Mena 120 years ago!

Donley Hesse served Trinity as their called Pastor from 1994-2009, thus giving him the honor of having the longest tenure of any Pastor in Trinity’s history, 15 years. Over the years the congregation celebrated his 40th, 45th, 50th and 60th Anniversaries of Ordination, and also his retirement in 2009. He was instrumental in celebrating Trinity’s 100th Anniversary in 2000! He and Lois remained living in Mena, following his retirement. Lois was taken out of this life into eternal glory on February 27, 2011.

Donley remains an active and faithful member of Trinity Congregation and is also active in the Mena Senior Center.

for the next fiscal year. The Fiscal Session begins Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at 12:00 noon.

Budget hearings will begin with the Department of Finance and Administration presenting its annual forecast and recommendations for a balanced budget by the Governor.

Over the course of the next several days, the committee will hear budget requests for Higher Education Institutions, Department of Education, the Department of Human Services, Department of Health, Department of Corrections and the Department of Public Safety, commonly referred to as the “Big 6”.

In the following weeks, members will HOUSE COLUMN CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 During his stay in Mena he played the role of Pontius Pilate in the play, “The Life of Christ”, performed at the Ouachita Little Theater in March/April 2007. He keeps his theological training Pastor Donley Hesse in tact by writing down the Scriptures, writing the nouns and verbs in either Hebrew or Greek! He also reads the Scriptures daily in Hebrew, Greek, German, Norwegian and English!

Pastor Hesse will be moving with his son Tim to Toledo, Ohio towards the end of March. A Farewell Reception will be held following the service on March 8 in the church fellowship hall, in conjunction with a Shared Dish Dinner! Cards or well wishes can be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church, Attn: Hesse Farewell, PO Box 1305, Mena, AR 71953. For more information please call the church office at (479) 394-1290 or email TLCmenaAR@ gmail.com. Godspeed and Farewell Pastor Hesse!

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Reflections from History and Faith The Call to Citizenship

By Jeff Olson The Church is defined, in Greek, as “to call out [from the world and to God].” An important point to understand about this calling is that it applies to each and every member of the Body of Christ, the Church not just to the Church in general or to only some of us within the Body.

This calling, in its totality, has no boundaries nor specific areas of restrictions nor is it to be compartmentalized into only limited spheres of the life of the believer.

Nowhere in the Bible is this perspective taught or exemplified. Thus, our calling is one which encompasses every area of life.

When Jesus referred to us as salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16), he did not designate specific parts of our lives that are off-limits. We can therefore understand then that our citizenship in God's kingdom, while the most important of our citizenships, is not the only citizenship of which we belong nor are accountable for. While we are not to be of the word, we are to flavor the world with Christ's love and influence wherever we go and whatever we do (1 Corinthians 10:31, Colossians 3:17).

God ordained three primary institutions: Church, family and government. Individual government, or self-government, as regulated by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, forms the foundation and stability for all other levels of government.

Government is personal and moral before it is ever practical or institutional. Without Holy-Spirit governed individuals, we cannot expect God’s presence, control or blessing in the family, church or civil levels of government. Thus we can see from this that citizenship, like the “call’ and as a part of it, should be contextually understood as the

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Christian walk applied to all areas of our lives, including that in our responsibilities toward civil government. While God's three institutions each have their designated and unique roles, the child of God has responsibilities of obedience in all three. Nowhere is Scripture does it teach a dichotomy between the sacred and secular when it comes to the believer's life. Rendering to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s....

(Matthew 22:21, Mark 12:17) does not mean or even imply that we do in exclusion of our Christian faith - outside of our calling.

This is a very critical issue of our day; the relationship of God and His Word to our political and legal system in America. If we, as professing Christians, are unfaithful to the authority of the Lord in any one capacity of life, such as in our citizenship within the State, are we in reality living an obedient life pleasing to Him? As Martin Luther stated, “If I profess with the loudest voice and clearest exposition every portion of the truth of God except precisely that little point that the world and the devil are at that moment attacking, I am not confessing Christ, however boldly I may be professing Christ.”

The call to citizenship, while not worded specifically as such in the Bible, is nevertheless a part of our complete call.

Unfortunately, this has been a call far too neglected as seen by the symptoms in America’s homes, churches, schools, and government. Isn’t it time that we, as individuals and the Church, answer God's call in it’s entirety? As author Os Guiness states, “calling is the truth that God calls us to himself so decisively that everything we are, everything we do, and everything we have is invested with a special devotion and dynamism lived out as a response to

his summons and service. Calling means that everyone, everywhere, and in everything fulfills his or her (secondary) callings in response to God's (primary) calling.”

Over many years, we have heard a lot about how religion and politics shouldn’t mix. There's more than a grain of truth in this, because man-made and man-corrupted religion have contributed to many problems in our society, including politics. This is a time when we have to ask ourselves: Do we really want to have a political system in America which IS informed and tempered by Biblical principle - where virtue and statesmanship replace corruption and political posturing and where the God-given right of religious freedom is preserved.

Is it too late for our nation to make a comeback? That depends on how many of us choose to live out our Christian faith and worldview beyond the walls of the church

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and our homes and into a lost and dying world. This includes the public square of political discourse, leadership, policy and law where Biblical principle and related traditional American values can affect our culture.

As with all of life, the domain of politics has always been and still is an issue of sovereignty. Who is the lord of all of life to whom man must give his total allegiance?

How we answer this question may very well reveal our true spiritual condition and our destination for all eternity. The answer is also the difference between freedom and servitude here in this life - in our communities, state and nation. Perhaps Charles Finney, a 19th century educator, author, and evangelist, said it best: “....God will bless or curse this nation according to the course Christians take in politics.”

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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.

POLK COUNTY ARRAIGNMENTS All criminal information is merely an accusation and the Defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner, within and for the 18th-West Judicial District of the State of Arkansas, of which Polk County is a part, in the name and by the authority of the State of Arkansas, on oath, do hereby accuse the defendants of committing in Polk County, Arkansas the following crimes: State of Arkansas Vs. Timothy Robertson, White Male, age 33, Count I: Second Degree Escape, a Class "B" Felony.

State of Arkansas Vs. Gerald D. Aleshire, White Male, age 23, Count I: Delivery Of Methamphetamine Or Cocaine, a Class "C" Felony. Count II: Delivery Of Methamphetamine Or Cocaine, a Class "C" Felony.

MENA POLICE REPORT For the Week of February 23, 2020 through February 29, 2020 follow: February 23, 2020 Fredrick Howard, 51, was arrested for Theft of Property (Shoplifting) at a department store.

A theft complaint was taken at a residence.

February 24, 2020 A criminal mischief complaint was taken at a motel room.

A theft complaint was taken at a department store.

A dog bite complaint was taken at the hospital.

Officers responded to an assault complaint at a residence.

February 25, 2020 A theft by deception complaint was taken at the department.

A harassment complaint was taken at the department.

February 26, 2020 David Sinyard, 44, was arrested for Breathing, Inhaling, or Drinking Certain Intoxicating Compounds.

February 27, 2020 A criminal trespass complaint was taken

at a residence.

Martin Henry, 53, was arrested for Possession of a Schedule 6 Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and three warrants after a traffic stop.

A theft complaint was taken at the department.

A battery complaint was taken at a residence.

February 28, 2020 Jason Tallant, 43, was arrested for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree after a disturbance call to a motel room.

A complaint of theft from a vehicle was taken at a car wash.

February 29, 2020 Alex Weatherford, 28, was arrested on a warrant at the police department.

Johnathon Dowdy, 31, was arrested for Internet Stalking of a Child and Computer Child Pornography.

A theft complaint was taken at a residence.

(All subjects should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law)

POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT The following information was received from Polk County Sheriff Scott Sawyer for the week of February 24, 2020 – March 1, 2020. 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.

February 24, 2020 Traffic stop led to the discovery of a suspicious substance. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Hwy 8W near Mena of being harassed by an acquaintance.

Arrested was Philip M. Cunningham, 48, of Mena on charges of DWI and Driving on a Suspended Driver’s License.

February 25, 2020 Request for a welfare check on a residence near Cove.

Report from a complainant on Driftwood

Lane near Mena of a business transaction where goods were paid for but not received. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Gerald D. Aleshire, 23, of Mena on Charges of Delivery of Meth or Cocaine and a Charge of Criminal Trespass, and a Warrant for Delivery of Meth or Cocaine.

February 26, 2020 Arrested was Thomas W. Duncan, 30, of Mena on a Warrant for Failure to Appear.

Arrested was Shannon Adams, 48, of Cove on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

February 27, 2020 Report from complainant of a man causing a disturbance at a place of business led to the arrest of Timothy G. Bailey, 42, of Cove on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct.

February 28, 2020 Report from complainant on Polk 41S near Potter of items missing from a residence. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Charles M. York, 37, of Caddo Gap on a Warrant for Probation Violation.

Arrested was Van L. Holman, 27, of Mena on three Warrants for Failure to Appear and a Charge of Possession of Meth or Cocaine, and a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Arrested was Jason W. Busby, 46, of Mena on a Charge of Driving on a Suspended Driver’s License.

Arrested was Korie N. Wilhite, 28, of

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Mena on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree and three Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

February 29, 2020 Traffic stop led to Citations being issued to Joseph Gregory, 18, of Little Rock, AR for Possession of Schedule VI Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Report of a domestic disturbance on Park Lane near Wickes led to Citations for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree being issued to Jessi Conder, 32, and Anthony Cottman, 32, both of Wickes.

Report from Complainant on Polk 50 near Potter of the theft of gas cans valued at $50.00. Investigation continues.

March 1, 2020 Report of a disturbance on Rodeo Lane near Mena led to the arrest of James R. Pierce, 33, of Mena on a Charge of Criminal Trespass.

Arrested was Matthew P. Evans, 40, of Bethany, OK on Charges of DWI, Careless and Prohibited Driving, Driving left of Center, and a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Arrested was Codie Shifflett, 26, of Hatfield on a Charge of Public Intoxication and a Warrant from another Agency.

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

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 29 Incarcerated Inmates , with 14 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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Breezy Hendrix finished 2nd in prepared speaking & Brandon Catlett was 1st in the Farm Bureau Discussion Meet. Submitted photo.

The Parliamentary Procedure Team placed first. Team members are Cooper Anderle, Madison Blair, Brendon Catlett, Ivy Curtis, Lexi Dilbeck, Bethany Godwin & Navya Morris.

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The Jr. Parliamentary Team place second. Team members are Cierra Dulaney, Aaron Ferguson, William Hendrix, Aslynn Jackson, Ranessa Ricker, Layla Spenser & Mckenzie Vincent.

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HOUSE COLUMN CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 review budgets for all state boards, commissions, and agencies.

Seven months into this fiscal year, general revenue is now $149.7 million or 4.4% above this time last year. The most recent general revenue report showed net available revenue is above forecast by $94.2 million or 2.7 percent. This report and revenue forecast from economists will help us guide our decision making process in the months ahead.

Although legislation during the Regular Sessions typically attracts more attention, it is important to remember the impact our

budget making process has on our day to day lives.

The decisions we will be making show the priorities we make as a state. Appropriations fund everything from classrooms to health care.

Members can begin filing appropriation bills and identical resolutions on Monday, March 9, 2020. As a reminder, the legislature cannot take up any non-appropriation bills during the Fiscal Session unless 2/3 of the body votes in favor of a resolution.

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James Leroy Atchley, Sr.

James Leroy Atchley, Sr., 73, of Greenwood, AR passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 in a Fort Smith hospital.

He was a retired timber marker for the U.S. Forestry Service, member of Greenwood First Baptist Church and a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Friday, February 28 at Greenwood First Baptist Church with burial at Liberty Cemetery under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood. Viewing will be Friday beginning at 9 a.m. at the church.

He is survived by his wife, Drusilla Atchley; one daughter, Angela Atchley of Van Buren; one brother, John W. Atchley of Mena and two sisters, Dorothy Edwards of Mena and Maxine Lee of Smithville, OK. He was preceded in death by a son, James Leroy Atchley, Jr. Pallbearers will be Terry Davis, Benny Mitchell, Terry Keener, Roy Handy, Drew Davis and Austin Jacobs. Honorary pallbearers will be Raymond McGrath, Ram Montanna, Jim Rogers, Doug Webb, John Coleman and Scott Sanders.

Clifford David Lane Clifford David Lane age 86 of Blackfork, AR passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020 in Blackfork Clifford was born on May 15, 1933 in Blackfork, AR to

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March 4, 2020 Charlie Lane and Vivian Campbell Lane, who raised him in Blackfork, AR. He was married to Emma Ruby May Bissell Lane until her passing in 2001. Clifford worked as a logger, truck driver and raise cattle.

He also, enjoyed coon hunting, horse riding, and going to sale barns. He dearly loved and enjoyed his family, Clifford was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed.

He is survived by: Son: Terry Lane of Blackford, Arkansas Daughters: Judy Schuller and husband Jim of Mena, AR, Joan Marshall and husband Charles of Mena, AR, Jane Seaton and husband Bobby of Chouteau, OK, Julie Woodral and husband Freddie of Waldron, AR Grandchildren: Amanda Blair, Little Clifford Lane, Buck Lane, Garland Cox, Russell Lane, Kathy Harper, Jennifer McDonald, David Hill, Michelle Golkhajeh, Jessica Williams, Chase Lane, Terri Jo Lane, B.J. Seaton, Amber Hollaway, Douglas Seaton, Jolenia Hale and Darren Woodral.

And Twenty-four great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie and Vivian Lane, wife Emma Ruby May Bissell Lane, sons, Justen Lane, Jeff Lane, and a great-grandchild Charlene Golkhajek.

Graveside service will be Sunday, March 01, 2020, 4:00 p.m. at Piney Cemetery in Blackfork, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers will be his grandsons, David Hill, Little Clifford Lane, Chase Lane, Douglas Seaton, Russell Lane, Darren Woodral, and Buck Lane.

Family and friends visitation will be Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Beasley-Wood from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Beverly Sue (Southard) Reed Beverly Sue (Southard)Reed Wisdom she imparted to her children: Put God first.

Enjoy and make the most of your time. Be thankful for what you have been given. Be kind to others.

Beverly Sue Southard Reed died on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Baptist Health in Little Rock. AR. Her graveside service will be held Monday, March 2, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Owens Chapel Cemetery

in Mena, AR with Dr. Randy Urwiller officiating with arrangements by Beasley Wood Funeral Home.

Beverly was born on May 23, 1942 in Story, AR to James and Evelyn Southard.

She graduated from Mena High School in the spring of 1960 and married Oscar “OJ” Reed on October 29, 1960 in Heavener, Oklahoma. Together she and OJ raised three children. She was a member of the United Church of God, meeting with the congregation in Queen City, TX. She was a skilled quilter, who also enjoyed scrapbooking, crochet, knitting, playing cards and, most of all, spending time with her family.

Beverly is remembered by family and friends as a thoughtful, kind woman who touched the lives of so many with her beautiful smile and caring heart. Her strength was a testament of her faith in God. She was preceded in death by: her parents, James and Evelyn (Stephens) Southard; her sister, VaRue (Southard) Schofield Wheaton; and her son in law, Curtis A. Hayes.

She is survived by: her husband, Oscar “OJ” Reed of Lockesburg, AR; daughter, Pamela (Reed) Prather and husband Chris Prather of Tatum, TX; son, Thomas Reed and wife Bonne (Barfield) of Big Sandy, TX; daughter Cheryl Jo (Reed) Hayes of Whitewright, TX; grandchildren, Erin (Prather) Loewe and husband Jason, Daniel Prather, Dustan Prather, Trevor Reed and wife Alaina (Cox), Savanna (Reed) Stanford and husband Joshua, Hanna Reed, Dalton Hayes, and Reagan Hayes; great-grandchildren, Cadence Loewe, Kennon Loewe, and Adelaide Reed; siblings, Joe Southard and wife Carol (Wright) of Mooringsport, LA; Sarah (Southard) Curry and husband Buck Titsworth of Mena, AR; and, numerous family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a donation the Beverly’s name to Arkansas Children’s Hospital.

Pallbearers will be Dalton Hayes, Dustan Prather, Wes Kimp, James Curry, Jared Curry, Tommy Smith and Stanley Beaver.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind” II Timothy 1:7 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.

Against such there is no law.” Galatians

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Letha Darlene Salguero Letha Darlene Salguero, age 70, of Hatfield, AR died Monday, February 24, 2020 at her home. She was born on Wednesday, January 11, 1950 to Melvin Jessie and Alta Madlyn Turner Grayham in Vallejo, California.

Darlene was a Godly woman who attended the Zafra and Lenox Church of Christ for many years. By all accounts, Darlene was a firecracker with a spice for life.

She was feisty, but also incredibly loving and protective. She did cross country truck driving for many years. Darlene enjoyed quilting, sewing, crocheting, gardening, and was always up for experiencing new places or embarking on a new adventure.

She liked old rock, especially Janis Joplin, as well as classic country and Christian music. Darlene loved participating in Bible School and the Church Women’s Retreat and was active in the Boy Scouts for over ten years. Above all, Darlene loved her family and was extraordinarily proud of her kids and grandchildren. Darlene was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one grandson, Richard Benish.

Darlene is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Rogelio Salguero of Hatfield; one son and daughter in law, Rogelio and Tasha Salguero of Mena; one daughter, Misty Benish of Gridley, California; one brother, Donald Roy of Arizona; two sisters and brother in law, Alta Grayham of Arizona, and Terri and Denver Borders of Arizona; four grandchildren, Anthony Beasley of Gridley, California, Zayden Salguero, Annalise Salguero, and Myla Salguero all of Mena; close friend, Tiny Sue Campbell of Hatfield; several nephews and nieces and a host of other family and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at the Zafra Church of Christ in Smithville, OK with Brother Kent Perkins officiating.

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, AR.

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Jerry Alan Dunagan Mr. Jerry Alan Dunagan, age 72, of Cove passed away at home Sunday, March 1, 2020, surrounded by his loving family.

Jerry was born on February 23, 1948 to the late Preston Dunagan and Betty Patillo Dunagan in Mena, Arkansas. Mr. Dunagan proudly served his country in the United Sates Air Force. Jerry worked in construction for many years. Mr. Dunagan was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved to build things and do some mechanic work.

Jerry also enjoyed making things go fast.

He is survived by; Sons, Clinton Dunagan and wife Jennifer of Weatherford,

TX, and Stephen Moss and wife Joni of Abilene, TX; Daughter, Tawanna Shores and husband Lesley of Cove, AR; Brother, Frank Dunagan; Sisters, Lynn Freeze, Lisa Dunagan, Wanda Kay Dunagan; 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; and a host of family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his loving wife Jane Dunagan, brother Jeff Dunagan and an uncle Dean Dunagan.

Mr. Dunagan was sent for cremation under the direction of Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

DAR Shines Light on Tommy Johnson BY: Cortez Copher.

On February 20, Coach Tommy Johnson of the Mena Middle School was awarded the James K. Polk DAR Outstanding American History Teacher Certificate during the chapter's regular meeting.

Teachers considered for the award were from both Polk and Montgomery County

Schools.

Mr. Johnson received his teaching degree from the University of Central Arkansas and came to the Mena School District in 2005. Presently he is teaching American History while coaching football and baseball.

Tommy Johnson receives Outstanding American History Teacher Certificate from Shelly Collins, Historian of the James K. Polk Chapter NSDAR. Submitted photo by Kay Dye.

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Cossatot River School District: 7th Grade: Fiction - 1st Jayden Johnson & Laci Dixon; 2nd Jennifer Arce; NonďŹ ction - 1st place Nahomi Ruiz; 2nd Dani Gibbs; Technology - 1st Gustavo Cortez & Landon Case; 2nd Bradley Wade; 11th Grade: Technology - 1st Yessica Vasquez; Also pictured: Suzanne Kesterson, teacher. Submitted photo.

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8th Grade: Fiction - 1st place Landrey Richardson & Madelyn Dixon; 2nd Lyniya Treadway & Ella Engleke; NonďŹ ction - 1st Falisha Harris & Madison Frachiseur; 2nd Justin Bell & Johnnie Frachiseur; Technology - 1st Brandon Moreno & Emmanuel Trinidad; 3rd Blake Evans & Chris Chesser; Also pictured: Helen Buxton, teacher. Submitted photo.

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CRHS Compete in Regional Reading Fair at De Queen-Mena Educational Co-op Cossatot River High School teams at- idad in technology. son and Cody Bagley in technology.

And, Christian Evans placed first in the tended the Regional Reading Fair at the In 10th grade, the first place winners In 11th grade, the first place winner was 12th grade category.

De Queen-Mena Educational Service Co- were Sahari Martinez and Arely Alarcon in Yessica Vasquez in technology. op on February 20th. non-fiction and Clayton ThompStudents presented a book to judges in either fiction or non-fiction categories.

Students used tri-fold boards or technology for the presentations. They were scored on creativity, neatness and understanding of the book, as well as, their ability to convey an interest in the book and their ability to present their project to the judges.

In the 7th grade, the first place winners were Jayden Johnson and Laci Dixon in fiction, Nahomi Ruiz in non-fiction and Gustavo Cortez and Landon Case in technology.

In 8th grade, the first place winners were Landrey Richardson and Madelyn Dixon in fiction, Falisha Harris and Madison Fra- 12th Grade: 1st Christian Evans; 2nd Me- 10th Grade: Fiction - 2nd Shayna Bowen; 3rd Landon Casey & Jaden Cortney; Nonfiction - 1st Sahari Marchiseur in non-fiction and Bran- gan James and Cassidy Dixon. Submitted tinez & Arely Alarcon; 3rd Maira Arias & Denise Ruiz; Technology - 1st Clayton Thompson & Cody Bagley; 2nd Nate Grimes. Submitted photo. don Moreno and Emmanuel Trin- photo.

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Mena LadyCats Advance to State The Mena LadyCats played three games in three days at the regional tournament in Crossett and will be the fourth seed from 4A South in this week's State Tournament at Farmington High School. The LadyCats will meet the Pea Ridge Lady Blackhawks in opening round action Wednesday at 4:00 in Farmington.

The Mena girls slipped past Magnolia 31-29 Thursday at the regional tournament. Mena dropped a hard fought 32-27 decision in Friday's regional tournament semifinals against undefeated Star City.

Then the LadyCats lost a tough 37-35 contest to Crossett in Saturday's consolation contest. All the action was heard live on KQOR 105.3.

Mena earned the state tournament trip with a thrilling 31-29 win over Magnolia in the opening round of the regional tournament on Thursday. Grayson Fairless hit the go ahead shot with five seconds to play in the game after the LadyCats had trailed

throughout the contest. Mena trailed 17-11 at the half, and 26-20 after three quarters, before coming back in the fourth quarter to extend their season. Fairless led the way with 12 points, all in the second half. Kiara Kesterson scored nine points on three three pointers.

The victory advanced the LadyCats to the semifinals against top-ranked and undefeated Star City on Friday. The Mena girls probably played their best game of the year as they pushed the highly regarded Lady Bulldogs to the end before falling 32-27. The LadyCats showed they weren't intimidated early on as they jumped to a 10-5 lead after the opening quarter. Mena led 17-16 at the half. Star City switched to an aggressive 1-3-1 zone defense which turned the game in their favor. Star City went on an 11-0 run in the third quarter LADYCATS CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

Austin Johnston and Cason Cannon take 1st place Saturday on Lake Greeson in the Bassmaster Arkansas High School tournament. Submitted photo.

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Lady Tigers and Lady Eagles Advance to State as 1 and 2 Seeds from Regional The Acorn and Cossatot River girls teams were familiar with one another when they met for the fifth time this season in the finals of the 2A South Regional Tournament at Fordyce Saturday night. The Lady Tigers won for the fourth time between the two rivals this season 59-52 to claim the top seed from the South Regional in this week's state tournament at Quitman High School.

The Lady Tigers led 15-11 after the opening quarter and by two points at 25-

23 at the half. Acorn's girls led 45-43 at the end of three quarters and outscored the Lady Eagles 14-9 in the fourth quarter to secure the seven point victory.

Acorn's girls will take a 31-4 record into the State Tournament this week at Quitman. The Lady Tigers will meet Riverside Tuesday at 4:00.

Meanwhile, the Lady Eagles will take a 24-12 record into the state tournament where they will meet Earle on Thursday at 4:00.

Results of from Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition

Twelve youth participated in the annual Knights of Columbus Free Throw competition on February 23rd that was held in the Acorn gym. Both the Local and District competitions were completed. Each contestant at the Local level fired off 15 shots at basket and at the District level, 25 shots on goal.

In addition, all of our winners have been invited to attend the State Competition to

be held in Morrilton on March 29th, 2020.

This competition is held every winter. It gives the youth of the surrounding communities the opportunity to learn healthy competition and the benefits of exercise. It is provided at no cost to participants and prizes are awarded in addition to bragging rights!

Thank you for all who participated!

Acorn's girls advanced to Saturday's finals with a 60-36 victory over Lafayette County on Wednesday and a 54-52 semifinal win over Murfreesboro on Friday.

Cossatot River's girls advanced to Saturday's finals with a 60-16 win over Camden Harmony Grove on Thursday and a 55-52 overtime victory over Fordyce in Fri-

day's semifinals.

The Acorn senior boys saw their season come to an end in the opening round of the Regional tournament on Thursday. The Tigers were defeated by the Fordyce boys 85-69. The Acorn boys finished with a 2210 record this season.

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Due to lightning hitting our lights we can only host one game on Friday at 4:00.

We will have 5 Saturday games. To make sure we get those in with daylight we will have a time limit of 1:45. The other 15 minutes is in case of a tie game needs to be completed and/or to prep field for next game.

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Polk County Quorum Court Approves Resolution to Apply for Grant The Polk County Quorum Court met Tuesday, February 25th for their regular monthly session. Ten of the eleven Justices of the Peace were on hand, as well as other elected officials and guests.

The Court took care of routine matters, and passed an ordinance that was discussed last month establishing pay amounts for election officials.

New business included the passing of an ordinance to make Line Item Transfers, and an ordinance authorizing a county employee to do contract work for the county.

County Judge Brandon Ellison asked for the Court to approve a resolution that would allow him to apply for a grant from the Arkansas Unpaved Road Program in

the amount of $29,105.00. The matching grant would be used to improve a low water crossing on Polk County 617 and upgrade drainage on on Polk County Road 61. The resolution was approved unanimously.

The Court was also asked to consider the re-appointment of Morris Boydstun to the Polk County Housing Authority. Boydstun's re-appointment was approved unanimously.

The next Quorum Court meeting will be March 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the Quorum Court Meeting Room at the Polk County Office Complex Building (old hospital) on Pine Street in Mena. Quorum Court meetings are open to the public.

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take a 27-21 lead going into the fourth quarter. Gracie Lyle's three pointer to open up the final quarter cut the Star City lead to 27-24. Then the Lady Bulldogs held the ball for over six minutes before finally forcing the LadyCats to come out of their packedin zone defense. Forced to foul down the stretch, the Mena girls had to send Star City to the charity stripe. After missing free throws, the Lady Bulldogs secured offensive rebounds four times in the final two minutes of the game to keep from giving Mena an opportunity to come back. Fairless, a sophomore and our Comfort Center Player of the Game, led the LadyCats with 10 points. Paige Evans and Gracie Lyle had six each.

The loss sent the LadyCats into Saturday's consolation contest against the hometown Crossett Lady Eagles. The LadyCats fell behind by ten points in the fourth quarter, and it looked like the third game in three

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A pair of free throws by Kiara Kesterson gave the LadyCats the lead at 33-32. After a Crossett basket, Paige Evens hit a shot with 26 seconds to play to put Mena back in front at 35-34. But the Lady Eagles answered with a three pointer to win it 37-35.

Emily Wagner, our Comfort Center Player of the Game, had a big day for Mena with 14 points, including four - three pointers.

Hannah Stockton finished with six. Fairless had five. Lyle, Kesterson, and Paige Evans had four each.

Coach Scott Wright's LadyCats, now 17-16 on the season, will open up the 4A State Tournament against the Pea Ridge Lady Blackhawks Wednesday at 4:00 in Farmington. The Lady Blackhawks are 25-9 on the year. Phillip Wilson will have all the exciting play-by-play action on KQOR 105.3.

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ATTORNEY GENERAL ALERT: Be Wary of Tax Refund Anticipation Loans

LITTLE ROCK – As April 15 approaches, advertisements for tax refund anticipation loans (RALs) are ramping up. RALs are high-interest loans that must be repaid by the actual tax return proceeds, essentially borrowing your own money. Car deal-

erships and other businesses selling high priced items often offer to use RALs as down payments. While offers of immediate cash are often attractive, the products could ultimately reduce the total amount of your refund and may even cost you extra

Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and Arkansas 4-H to host Seaperch Challenge Little Rock, Ark. — Feb. 25, 2020 — The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and Arkansas 4-H will host the 2020 Arkansas SeaPerch Challenge, an underwater robotics competition on Friday, March 6 at The Center at Bishop Park in Bryant. More than 162 students will represent 42 teams from 16 counties at the event.

The SeaPerch is a remotely-operated submersible built from more than three dozen parts, including PVC pipe, pool noodles, three 12-volt motors and batteries.

During the contest, teams must navigate their SeaPerch through obstacle courses and complete other tasks, such as moving plastic rings from one part of the course and successfully placing them to another part. The goal is to ignite students’ interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

During this year’s competition, competitors will use their SeaPerch robots to simulate a waterway cleanup. The winner of

the Arkansas SeaPerch Challenge will advance to the International SeaPerch Challenge that will be held May 29 – 31 at the University of Maryland.

"Arkansas' electric cooperatives are dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the youth in all areas of our great state," said Rob Roedel, director of corporate communications for the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas. "Our partnership with Arkansas 4-H has grown and will continue to expand the Arkansas SeaPerch program. The electric cooperatives are committed to supporting STEM-based learning opportunities for future leaders.”

Participating teams are from Arkansas, Carroll, Craighead, Crittenden, Garland, Grant, Howard, Lawrence, Madison, Miller, Montgomery, Newton, Perry, Pulaski, Randolph and Saline counties.

To learn more about the SeaPerch initiative, visit seaperch.org/about.

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“Reading the fine print is critical to not fall victim to a scam or be deceived by a promotion for a refund anticipation loan,” said Attorney General Rutledge. “If you estimate your tax refund incorrectly when using the RAL as a down money for a large purchase, you are still responsible to pay the difference that your tax refund does not cover.”

These loans are regulated by the Arkansas Refund Anticipation Loan Act of 2009.

Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge released the following options for Arkansans to consider before agreeing to have your taxes prepared as part of a RAL. • Consider the free or low-cost options such as the online Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Free File program or the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.

• Remember that electronically-filed returns can be deposited in bank accounts in as few as eight days.

• The IRS can also provide refunds by check or prepaid debit card.

• Always get a written list of fees before entering into an agreement or having any tax preparation services performed.

• Many tax preparers like to offer these loans because it attracts new business, but

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if the tax refund isn’t enough to cover the loan, it can create a headache for consumers.

• Insist on getting any RAL in writing before buying any products or services.

RALs may seem attractive because tax preparations fees can also be covered. But many Arkansans can get free tax preparation services and can therefore save money and keep their entire refund.

The IRS provides a Free File program online that is a federal tax preparation and electronic filing program for approximately 70 percent of taxpayers who earn less than $62,000 in annual adjusted gross income.

Eligible consumers can go to IRS.gov and choose from multiple private companies that will file federal returns at no charge.

Some Arkansans may also be eligible to receive free help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Meanwhile, seniors can contact AARP to learn more about the tax preparation services they provide.

For more information about refund anticipation loans and checks, tax preparation and other consumer-related issues, call the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office at (800) 482-8982 or visit ArkansasAG.gov or Facebook.com/AGLeslieRutledge.

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Wednesday March 4th • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Shepherd’s Closet open at First Baptist Church 4802 Highway 71 South. Hatfield, AR (870)3896412. Accepting and distributing clothing/ usable household items/and nonperishable food items.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery Art Group meeting.

• 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency Warning Sirens will be tested in Hatfield, Wickes, Grannis, Vandervoort, Cove, and Mena.

• 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library is open.

• 5:30 p.m. – Dinner at Christ Community Fellowship followed by services at 6:15 p.m. for Youth, Children’s Activities, Young Adult and Adult Bible studies.

• 5:30 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Bible Study Service.

• 6 p.m. Soup supper and Lentin study at the Christ Episcopal Church. Everyone welcome.

• 6:00 p.m. – Warriors for Christ will meet at the Southside Church of God. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Highway 71 North, Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome.

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South., Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

Thursday March 5th • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 10:00 a.m. – Grief Share Meeting at First Presbyterian Baptist Church in Mena.

• 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café.

Contact Sue Cavner at (479)234-5844 or Linda Rowe at (479)234-2575 for more info.

• 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.- St. Agnes Church will be distributing food at 208 8th Street in Mena.

• 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Good Vibes Art Day at the Mena Art Gallery. All mediums welcome, from fiber art, painting and crafting. Open to public.

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

• 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities.

• 4:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s Meeting at the ABC Club, at 1159 Highway 71 South., Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

March 4, 2020 • 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – LIVE Country & Gospel Music. Open to the public at the Daisy Room, Janssen Florist in downtown Mena.

• 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Education Wing, West End. Call (479)234-2297 for more information.

• 6:00 p.m. – Disabled American Veterans & Auxiliary Meeting and Potluck. Meeting follows dinner, American Legion at Veteran’s Park at Acorn.

• 7:00 p.m. – Big Fork RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the Fire Station.

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

• 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church.

• 7:00 p.m. – The Ink RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the community building.

• 7:30 p.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 meets at the Mena Lodge located in the Old Post Office by Janssen Park.

Friday March 6th • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

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

• 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church.

• 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Hatfield Auditorium Country-Western Dance Admission is $6 and 50/50 drawing.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

• 9:30 p.m. – Karaoke Contest at Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 3091 Hwy. 71 North. $5 Entry fee. Must be 21 years old.

Saturday March 7th • 10:00 a.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting – ABC Club, across form Chopping Block: 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena – (281)387-0400.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 12:00 p.m. - Ouachita Amateur Radio Association will have their monthly club meeting at La Villa.

• 1:00 p.m. – There will be an M.S.A.A. Support Group meeting in Room 156 at UA-Rich Mountain.

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

• 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery will hold their 75th Anniversary Gala at 607 Mena Street.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)243-0297 or (479)216-4606.

Sunday March 8th • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

• 3:00 p.m. – Worship Service is held at Sulphur Springs Church.

Monday March 9th • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open.

• 1:30 p.m. – Polk County Genealogical Society will meet at the Polk County Library.

• 3:00 p.m. – The Airport Commission Meeting will be held at the UA-Rich Mountain Boardroom in the Spencer Building, 1100 College Drive.

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

• 6:00 p.m. – Democratic Party of Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café.

Anyone interested is welcome. You do not have to be a member.

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

• 6:30 p.m. – Mena Community Choir practice at the First Methodist Church.

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

• 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church.

• 7:00 p.m. – Mena Elks Lodge meeting.

All Elks are invited to attend.

Tuesday March 10th • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena.

• 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The written portion of the driver’s test will be given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority, and as long as road conditions are optimal the driving portion of the test will be given.

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

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 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 weighins, followed by a meeting.

• 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA

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• 6:00 p.m. – American Legion Post 18 Potluck Dinner, at Veteran’s Park in Acorn, with meeting to follow at 7 p.m.

• 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Polk County Housing Authority Community Room LIVE Country and Gospel music.

• 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Hatfield Jam Session at the Hatfield Auditorium. All musicians/singers and listeners welcome. Refreshments served, cookies or finger foods accepted.

• 6:30 p.m. – Shady Fire and Rescue District 10 will meet at the Shady Community Center.

• 7:00 p.m. – The Dallas Valley R.V.F.D. will meet for training at the Firehouse.

• 7:00 p.m. – The Acorn Fire and Rescue will meet at the Fire Department.

• 7:00 p.m. – Ross-Tunnell Post #249 will meet at the Wickes Community Center.

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

Wednesday March 11th • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Shepherd’s Closet open at First Baptist Church 4802 Hwy 71 S Hatfield, AR (870)389-6412.

Accepting and distributing clothing/usable household items/and nonperishable food items.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery Art Group meeting.

• 11:30 a.m. – Mena High School class of 1959 will meet at Little Italy.

• 12:00 p.m. – Retired Public School employees will meet at Branding Iron.

• 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency Warning Sirens will be tested in Mena.

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

• 12:00 p.m. – Quality of Life Outreach meeting at La Villa Restaurant.

• 5:30 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Bible Study Service.

• 6 p.m. Soup supper and Lentin study at the Christ Episcopal Church. Everyone welcome.

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

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297.

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The Polk County Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Community Room of the Housing Authority office located at 509 South Morrow Street, Mena, AR to allow interested persons to comment on the proposed adoption of the Five year plan for the years 2020-2024 pursuant to the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. A copy of the proposed plan will be available for public inspection and copying at the Housing Authority office at 509 South Morrow Street, beginning Thursday March 4, 2020 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The public may submit written comments to Dixie Shrade Shrader, Executive Director of the Polk County Housing Authority, 509 South Morrow Street, Mena, AR 71953, no later than 10 a.m.

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Celebrating 100 Years of DAV Advocacy Disabled American Veterans (DAV), a veteran service organization dedicated to ensuring our country keeps the promise we made to the men and women who have served in uniform, is celebrating 100 years of advocacy.

Throughout its history, DAV has been influential in identifying ways to best support our veterans; from pushing for consolidation of veterans programs in its early years, to direct outreach to veterans in communities with the launch of the Field Service Unit program to pressing for more funding for VA health care and benefits. There has been much progress to advance veterans services thanks to DAV’s efforts. The organization’s members and partners have a lot to be proud of.

DAV members and Auxiliary members have been leading advocates for injured and ill veterans and their families, making a difference for countless wounded warriors.

Their advocacy has helped and continues to build a better life for disabled veterans.

Members of the DAV Department of Arkansas recently visited our nation’s capital

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to share the organization’s legislative goals for 2020. They were among hundreds of DAV members from across the country who met with members of Congress to make DAV’s priorities known.

Among those is strengthening veterans mental health care and suicide prevention programs. In January, the Senate Veterans’ Affairs (VA) Committee advanced the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act. This comprehensive legislation will strengthen our ability to provide veterans with the mental health care they need and includes language I introduced with Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) to leverage the services of veteran-serving non-profits and other community networks in our overall strategy to reduce veteran suicides. The input of Arkansas DAV members was instrumental in creating our provision.

DAV’s attention extends to every corner of the country. It’s National Service Program helps direct services to veterans, no matter where they live.

I applaud the efforts of the more than 11,000 DAV members in Arkansas whose outreach helps veterans understand and access their benefits. They spend countless hours advising fellow veterans about the assistance they qualify for and helping fill out the paperwork to secure those benefits through the VA. One of the well-known services provided

by DAV is the transportation of veterans to VA medical centers and hospitals. In rural states like Arkansas, the services these volunteers offer is critical to meeting the health care needs of veterans.

I look forward to continuing to work with DAV members.

Polk County Births Mena Regional Health System February 21 - February 28, 2020

Rachel Roach & Caleb Smith of Hodgen, Oklahoma are the proud parents of a baby girl born Feb. 21st Ashley Powell & Taylor Higgins of Mena, Arkansas are the proud parents of a baby boy born Feb. 25th Cecily & Joshua Bates of Smithville, Oklahoma are the proud parents of a baby boy born Feb. 26th

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Scholarship contest is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship. This award recognizes and rewards accredited high school seniors who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. Once a student is chosen by their high school as the DAR Good Citizen, they are invited to participate in the scholarship portion of the program. This consists of a copy of their high school transcript, a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and an essay. The essay portion, administered under the supervision of a DAR member, must be completed at one sitting, within a two hour time limit, without assistance or

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March 4, 2020 GOOD CITIZENS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 reference material. The student does not know the topic of their essay until they are ready to begin. Each contest entry is then evaluated by three independent, non-DAR judges. The James K. Polk Chapter invites four high schools to participate each year: Mena, Acorn, Cossatot River, and Caddo Hills.

The James K. Polk Chapter acknowledges the achievements of our outstanding area students and would like to increase the amount awarded for future Good Citizen's Scholarships. Anyone wishing to donate to this scholarship fund may contact Brenda Cunningham, Good Citizen's Scholarship Co-Chair(dar4brenda@gmail.com.)

Polk County received a sizable increase in their sales tax collection for the month of February between 2019 and 2020.

In February of 2020, Polk County received $147,363.90 in the Sales Tax General Revenue account, which is $13,793.25 more than the county received during the month of February, last year.

February's revenue was also up $5,040.38 more that January of this year.

Polk County Treasurer, Tanya Fretz, reported a similar increase was received in the County Road Improvement Sales Tax account.

So far in 2020, Polk County has received $289,687.42 in Sales Tax General Revenue and Road Improvement Sales Tax Revenue, which is an increase of $20,577.40 over 2019.

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M*A*S*H is unique because it combines hands-on learning with professional “shadowing” opportunities that provide students an in-depth look at various health care professions, while encouraging interest in the medical field.

Applications are available through school guidance counselors or by contacting the M*A*S*H director at Mena Regional Health System, Pam Posey at: pamp@ menaregional.com. The application period runs through April, although deadlines may

be different for each site.

County Farm Bureau organizations and the M*A*S*H Partnership sponsor students so they may attend the camps at no cost.

The partnership includes the University of Arkansas for Medical Science’s Regional Centers and Arkansas Farm Bureau. More information on the M*A*S*H program can be obtained by contacting Amber Marshall with UAMS, 501-686-6188, or Jennifer Craig of Arkansas Farm Bureau, 501-2281269.

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Second place winner, Manuel Esquivel, with Brenda Cunningham, DAR Good Citizen’s Committee, Cossatot River Counselor, Jill Hunter, and High School Principal, Mickey Ford.

Submtitted photo by Kay Dye.

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Third Place Winner, Taylor Lynn Allen with James K. Polk Regent, Cortez James CopherCaddo Hills Counselor, Julie Young- and Caddo Hills Principal, Jason Whittaker.

Photo submitted by Kay Dye.

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