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Budget Committee Will Recomend $11.5 Million Budget To Quorum Court The Polk County Quorum Court Budget Committee met Tuesday night to consider the 2020 Polk County Budget.

The Committee, chaired by Justice of the Peace Jim Neugent, has worked for some time now on the budget with other elected officials and key people in county

government, and only made minor changes to the proposed $11,545,890 proposed budget for 2020 at the meeting.

The County General Budget is $5,104,217 and is money the Quorum Court can appropirtate.The $6,441,673 difference in the overall budget is money

earmarked for specific purposes, like the county road tax money and grants the county administers.

The proposed 2020 budget is slightly higher that the 2019 budget, mainly because of a significant increase in the cost of insurance for employees.

The Committee voted unanimously to recommend to the full Quorum Court at their November meeting that the budget be adopted.

The Budget Committee is made up of Neugent, Tawana Gilbert, Terry Terrell, Harold Coogan, and Tommy Floyd.

Cats Fall To Pirates in Playoffs

2019 Mena Bearcats finished the season 7-4 overall and 4-3 in conference play. Submitted photo.

City of Hatfield Receives Proposal To Go Solar The city of Hatfield could be going solar. The City Council of Hatfield was to hear a proposal Tuesday night from Area Solar that could save the city over $200,000 over the next 25 years according Riley Johnson one of the two owners of the company.

Under the proposal, the city of Hatfield would allow Area Solar to build a “solar garden” which is a solar array under a megawatt. Bill Tilley, the other owner of Area Solar, said under the proposal the city of Hatfield will not build the solar garden, but will instead lease it

at a price considerably lower than what they’re currently paying for electricity.

According to Tilley, the city will immediately see a savings in their electric bill and will pay for itself over a period of 15 years. The goal is to have the solar garden up and running by April according to Tilley. Johnson said he hopes that other municipalities will take a look at the Hatfield project and implement a solar garden in order to save money.

Area Solar was established in 2018 by Riley Johnson and Bill Tilley. The company was created after both Johnson

and Riley installed photovoltaic systems in their own houses according to the company’s website. The vision of the company is “We believe we should all work toward a sustainable future for our planet and its inhabitants. Essentially all life on our planet is sustained by energy from the sun. We can follow Mother Natures example and use photovoltaic solar technology to generate our electricity”.

For more information on Area Solar you can visit their website: area-solar. com.

The Mena Bearcats football team made a long drive and came up short in their first playoff game of the year in the 4A Football Playoffs as the Cats lost to the Gosnell Pirates 40-29. The five-hour drive may have played a part in the loss, but that shouldn’t take anything away from a Gosnell team that played hard and went against their convention of running the ball to score on its first two possessions on passes. In their first possession Gosnell scored on a 65 yard touchdown strike. The Pirates quarterback showed his arm strength with the ball sailing 45 to 50 yards in the air taking the score to 6-0.

Gosnell went for two on the conversion and was stopped by TJ Kiser. Gosnell would go for two on the conversion throughout the night, with mixed results.

Mena had problems getting the offense to fire early with punts on their first two possessions. Meanwhile The Pirates put another touchdown on the board on a bubble screen and then made the score 14-0 on a succesful two-point conversion try.

On Mena’s third possession and at 3rd and 1 to go Mason Brotheron went into motion and took the snap going through the line and getting a Bearcat first down which proved crucial to Mena getting its first points on the board. Mena had a touchdown called back for a hold which pushed the Cats back to their 12 yard line. On 3rd and goal from the 12 Gaven BEARCATS CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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This week we want to remind you of an important deadline approaching all Arkansans.

On October 1, 2020, anyone who boards a domestic flight or enters a federal building will either need a REAL ID driver’s license (DL) or Identification Card (ID) or will need to provide a regular identification and additional accepted forms of identification.

Arkansas is taking part in the federal nationwide initiative to improve the security of state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards, which will help fight terrorism and reduce identity fraud.

The federal REAL ID Act of 2005 adopted the recommendations of the 911 Commission. The REAL ID Act prohibits the federal government from accepting driver's licenses or identification cards issued by states that do not meet the requirements of the REAL ID Act. This includes but is not limited to commercial air flights and federal buildings.

You can upgrade to REAL ID at any time by having a duplicate license issued at a REAL ID office. The following Revenue Offices issue the REAL ID: Arkadelphia, Batesville, Bentonville, Conway, El Dorado, Fayetteville, Forrest City, Fort Smith (6515 Phoenix Avenue), Greenwood, Harrison, Hot Springs (200 Woodbine), Jonesboro, Little Rock (Three State Police Plaza Drive), Little Rock (1900 W. 7th Street), Little Rock (9108 North Rodney Parham), Monticello, Mountain Home, Paragould, Russellville, Searcy, Sherwood, Springdale, Texarkana, West Memphis, and White Hall.

An individual applying for Real ID must provide more documentation than an individual applying for a regular driver’s license or State ID. The federal government requires Arkansans to confirm proof of residency, legal presence and identity and Social Security number through the

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Reflections From History & Faith: Thanksgiving and Thanksliving CONTRIBUTED BY JEFF OLSON

As we approach Thanksgiving 2019, I wish to share some history and thoughts about this great American holiday – as it is again at least somewhat overshadowed by the early commercialization of Christmas.

The historic truths of Thanksgiving’s Christian origin and biblical foundation in America serve to remind us of God’s blessing on us as a people and of His Divine Providence over us as a nation. During the past four centuries this celebration has served to reinforce our spiritual moorings and our bonds within our homes, churches and communities, and it has been an integral part of our national identity. This special observance can today serve as much-needed common thread to help mend a society which has become torn and fragmented into a myriad of special interest groups through the lens of identity politics, class warfare, and multiculturalism. This decline in respect for those values and institutions which once united us as a people makes our celebrations of Thanksgiving that much more important if we hope to ever regain at least some of the cultural cohesiveness necessary for us to once again become one nation - one nation under God. In the words of President Abraham Lincoln: “A house divided against itself cannot stand� (Mark 3: 24-25). Let’s take a brief look back.

After their arduous sixty-five day journey across the Atlantic Ocean “undertaken, for ye glorie of God and advancement of ye Christian faith and honour of our king and countrie,� the Pilgrims suffered through a harsh New England winter in which almost

half of their families and friends died. They were soon befriended by members of the Wampanoag Tribe who taught the unprepared, naive colonists about fishing, planting and hunting. In early autumn 1621, after the Pilgrims had reaped a bountiful harvest and preserved enough food to allow them to survive the coming winter, they shared a three-day feast and prayer service with their Native American friends to celebrate the harvest and the transformation of their fortunes from the previous winter. This is traditionally considered the first Thanksgiving in America. History bears out that our Pilgrim Forefathers considered thanksgiving in a broader context, one in which they sought to live each and every day with a mindset and heart of thankfulness (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

From looking back to our humble beginnings and in light of America today, maybe it’s time for each of us to stop for a moment, take stock of our lives, and re-align our priorities to a daily thankfulness of this life’s simple blessings which we too often take for granted: that first breath we draw after awakening each morning; that first aroma and sip of coffee which signifies the gift of a new day and gives us that extra oomph we need to get started; that job that we get tired of but which pays the bills; the striking fall colors which show us but a glimpse of God’s handiwork; that voice, smile and hug of a spouse, child, grandchild, or friend which we mistakenly assume will be there tomorrow - a day we are not guaranteed; and the opportunity and freedom to worship God and to make other choices in our lives.

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Some years ago, in early-mid November, one of the elderly ladies of our church family gave us a sheet of paper with something written on it. She insisted that we read it soon, so I did. It was a unique reminder of how thanksgiving should be not just an annual event but a daily lifestyle - what she called thanksliving. That special lady’s name was Lillian Hart (1912-2008) and this is only but a small part of her tremendous legacy. As we prepare for Thanksgiving Day, perhaps it would do us good to reflect upon this important point and how it can make a difference in the the nature and depth of our celebration and in our lives throughout the year. I’ve kept that sheet of paper given to me so many years ago and I still read it, especially during this time of year.

So, during this special season and on that special day, may our thanks be given first and foremost to Almighty God. And then shall we acknowledge His providence, accept His salvation through Jesus Christ, and commit to His truth as our light and guide and transform Thanksgiving beyond just its temporal holiday status into an attitude and lifestyle that we live each and every day – THANKSLIVING. Thank you, Mrs. Hart!

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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 Arraignment Report Richard Roper, age 37, was arraigned on seven counts.

COUNT I: RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and feloniously enter a residential occupiable structure belonging to another person with the purpose of committing therein any offense punishable by imprisonment, constituting a Class “B” Felony.

COUNT II: THEFT BY RECEIVING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, the said defendant did receive, retain, or dispose of the stolen property of another person, knowing that the property was stolen with said property being a Firearm valued at less than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500), constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT III: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT IV: RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and feloniously enter a residential occupiable structure belonging to another person with the purpose of committing therein any offense punishable by imprisonment, constituting a Class “B” Felony.

COUNT V: THEFT OF PROPERTY, The count states in that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and knowingly take

or exercise unauthorized control over property belonging to another person valued at one thousand dollars ($1,000) or less, with the purpose of depriving the owner thereof, a Class “A” Misdemeanor.

COUNT VI: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT VII: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to CURTIS PARNELL, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

Curtis Parnell, age 35, was arraigned on seven counts.

COUNT I: RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and feloniously enter a residential occupiable structure belonging to another person with the purpose of committing therein any offense punishable by imprisonment, constituting a Class “B” Felony.

COUNT II: THEFT BY RECEIVING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, the said defendant did receive, retain, or dispose of the stolen property of another person knowing that the property was stolen, with said property being a Firearm valued at less than two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500), constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT III: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT IV: RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and feloniously enter a residential occupiable structure belonging to another person with the purpose of committing therein any offense punishable by imprisonment, constituting a Class

“B” Felony.

COUNT V: THEFT OF PROPERTY, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and knowingly take or exercise unauthorized control over property belonging to another person valued at one thousand dollars ($1,000) or less, with the purpose of depriving the owner thereof, a Class “A” Misdemeanor.

COUNT VI: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

COUNT VII: BREAKING OR ENTERING, The count states that on or about November 6, 2019, the said defendant, acting alone or as an accomplice to RICHARD ROPER, did unlawfully and feloniously break or enter a building, structure or vehicle of another with the purpose of committing a theft, constituting a Class “D” Felony.

Angela N. Fults, age 20, was arraigned on one count.

COUNT I: FURNISHING, POSSESSING, OR USING PROHIBITED ARTICLES, The count states that on or about November 11, 2019, the above named Defendant did introduce a prohibited article, namely a controlled substance, Marijuana, into a correctional facility, constituting a Class “C” Felony.

April K. Poor, age 40, was arraigned on two counts.

COUNT I: POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, the count states that on or about November 12, 2019, the said defendant, unlawfully possessed METHAMPHETAMINE, a Schedule Il controlled substance, in an amount of less than Two grams (29), a Class “D” Felony.

Mena Police Department Report November 10, 2019 Employees at a local convenience store reported that someone had left items on their parking lot. Police have them at the police office until such time as the owner is found.

A local woman reported that her child’s father had not returned the child when he was scheduled to do so. No charges have

been filed.

November 11, 2019 Brandon Duncan, 29, of Smithville, was charged with shoplifting and possession of drug paraphernalia, and was served an outstanding warrant. The arrest followed a call from a local retail store.

Angela Fults, 20, of Nashoba, Oklahoma was charged with possession of shoplifting and furnishing prohibited items to a public facility. The arrest followed a call to a local retail store.

Travis Davis, 36, of Hatfield was served an outstanding warrant.

November 12, 2019 Report was made of a semi damaging a traffic light was made. The driver was located and restitution for the damage is being taken care of by the owner of the truck.

April Poor, 40, of Mena was charged with possession of methamphetamine or cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia. The arrest followed a traffic top.

November 13, 2019 A local woman reported that she is being harassed by her brother. Case is pending.

November 14 & 15 & 16, 2019 A Mena man reported that he had received a scam call requesting personal information. Case is pending Report was taken regarding a Mena woman who reported that her brother and a friend had damaged her car. Case is pending.

Case is pending on a local woman, who has had her debit card used without her permission or knowledge. Case is pending further investigation.

Polk County Sheriff’s Report November 11, 2019 Report from a business on Highway 71 South in Cove of the theft of $20 in motor fuel. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 54 near Mena of damage done to a vehicle by an acquaintance. All parties refused to press charges.

Report of a disturbance on N Eve Street in Mena. Deputies responded. One of the subjects was escorted from the residence for the evening.

November 12, 2019 Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Game SHERIFF’S REPORT CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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Game & Fish was Timothy R. Arthur, 47, of Cove, on a Charge of Resisting Arrest and Citations for Game & Fish Hunting Violations.

November 13, 2019 Report of suspicious behavior on Polk 7 near Wickes led to the arrest of Jon B. Wilson, 40, of Hot Springs, on Charges of Theft by Receiving and Criminal Trespass, and Probation/Parole and Garland County Warrants. Also arrested was Davina S. Baker, 38, of Hot Springs, on Charges of Theft by Receiving and Criminal Trespass.

November 14, 2019 Report from complainant on Polk 277 near Cove of the theft and fraudulent use of a debit card, totaling losses at $144.90. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

November 15, 2019 Report of a disturbance on 7th Street in Wickes led to the arrest of Guadalupe H. Gomez, 44, of Wickes, on Charges of Possession of Firearm by Certain Person

and Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance.

November 16, 2019 Report from complainant on Deshong Lane near Cherry Hill of the theft of two chickens, valued at $20.00. Investigation continues.

November 17, 2019 Traffic stop led to the arrest of Dana D. Long, 42, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Violation of the Arkansas Hot Check Law. Report from complainant on Polk 67 near Big Fork of damage done to a bulldozer.

Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 West near Shady Grove of being threatened by an acquaintance. Deputy responded. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

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

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 25 Incarcerated Inmates , with 16 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

Mena Airport Commission Meet And Approve Operating Budget for 2020 The Mena Airport Commission met Friday in special session at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain in the Board Room. During the meeting, the commissioners approved the 2020 operating budget. According to Fred Ogden, Mena Airport Manager, the airport is expected to take in approximately $200,000 while expenses are expected to be in the neighborhood of $156,000. Revenue is expected to be generated by lease payments and various aviation fuel taxes plus fund

matching grants from the Federal Aviation Administration as well as the Arkansas Department of Aeronautics. According to a recent Arkansas Department of Aeronautics economic survey, the aircraft repair and maintenance businesses based at the Mena airport generate income of almost $30 million dollars with a “second round” impact of $18 million. The survey estimates that over 700 jobs, both direct and indirect, are created and that the payroll generated is nearly $15 million.

October Lottery Total Are In

The totals for lottery tickets sales for October were released and Polk County came in at $168,800 even in sales. The Powerball was by and large the most popular option for locals who play with $10,279 in sales followed by Mega Millions at $6,570.

Our neighbors in Howard County purchased $268,050.50. Sevier County purchased $156,053.50. Scott County purchased $92,939.00 and Montgomery County had the lowest lottery sales in the state with $28,718.00. Pulaski County topped the list with $7,208,623.50 in total

sales.

According to the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery website “More than 92 cents of every dollar of Lottery revenue goes to prizes, scholarships, retailer commissions, and other expenses in Arkansas.

Since Lottery sales started in 2009, the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery has provided more than $738 million for in-state college scholarships to Arkansas students, $2.5 billion+ in prizes to players, and more than $214 million in commissions to Lottery retailers.”

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RUBY MARIE

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BEVERLY MAE LYLE

LYNDA DUKE

BETTY LOU

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Ruby Marie Duplessis, age 80, of Mena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at her home. She was born on Tuesday, August 15, 1939 to Sabas O. Duplessis Sr. and Leontine Lavigne Duplessis in Gonzales, Louisiana.

Ruby was a loving mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, aunt and a great friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Harry Kling and four sisters, Eloise Duplessis, Rose Fontenot, Millie Gaudin and Dolores Cosper; and some Nicky Wilkinson.

Ruby is survived by her daughter, Vickie Trosclair (Ronnie) of Mena, Arkansas; son, Mickey White of Gonzales, Louisiana; five brothers, Sabas Duplessis Jr., Johnny Duplessis, Aaron Duplessis, Paul Duplessis and Roger Duplessis; five sisters, Winnie West, Iris Gautreau, Ada LaVoie, Libby Moran and Belva Crain; five grandchildren, Dustin Trosclair, Brandon Trosclair, Jordan Trosclair, Tyler Trosclair and Cameron Wilkinson; three great grandchildren, Brianna Trosclair, Peyton Trosclair and Wyatt Trosclair; several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A funeral service was held at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena, Arkansas on Monday, November 18, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. with Brother Joe Thibeau officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Park. No visitation was planned.

Arrangements were entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas.

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Beverly Mae Lyle Philpot was born on her mother’s birthday, January 17, 1961 into a large loving family.

She was the 7th of nine children born to George and Mae Rose Lyle. Beverly was a vivacious youth loving sports, riding horses and competing in local rodeos. She was married to the love of her life Steve Philpot for 42 years and11 months and out of that union they had 5 children, Andy, Tosha, Tawaynea, Colby and Clay. Beverly loved working in her yard, camping with family and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Beverly was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and her family was always the most important thing in life to her. She had a servant’s heart and loved helping anyone in need. Beverly was a friend to many and willing to go the extra mile to help.

She is survived by her husband, Steve Philpot; sons: Andy Philpot and wife Jenni of Woodland, Washington, Colby Philpot and wife Daniella of Acorn, Arkansas, and Clay Philpot and wife Jennifer of Board Camp, Arkansas; daughters: Tosha Bissell and husband Otis of Acorn, Arkansas and Tawaynea Tedder and husband Chris of Acorn, Arkansas; grandchildren: Cody, Samantha, Clayton, Tuker, Justin, Luke, Aaron, Morgan, Ashlynn, Ally, Aaden, Kaylee, Sarah, Daniel, Tina, Monica, Colten, Treyton, Madison, Lane, Braxton, Hadley, Ryker, and Emmy; brothers: Gene Lyle and wife Barbara of Hatfield, Arkansas, Ronnie Lyle, Rick Lyle and wife Sandy of Mena, Arkansas, and Mark Lyle and wife Lori of Mena, Arkansas; sister, Julie Daniels and husband David of Acorn, Arkansas; mother-in-law, Betty Philpot of Cherry Hill, Arkansas; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents,George and Mae Lyle; father-inlaw, Jim Philpot; sister, Glenda Blake; and brothers: Jerry Lyle and Danny Lyle.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 2:00 p.m at Mena Church of God in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Interment will follow in the Highland Cemetery in Cherry Hill, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons. General visitation.

Online at beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

Lynda Duke Mead age 76 of Mena, Arkansas passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

She was born on June 02, 1943 in Miami Beach, Florida to the late Orville Duke and the late Lita Standridge Duke Martin. Lynda was married to Robert Mead for 36 years and was devoted to him. She was obsessed with all things hummingbird and shopping Being a girly girl, she loved dressing up with make-up and jewelry and always looking her best. Lynda was a wonderful wife; caregiver, mother, and her family was always the most important thing in life to her. She had a servant’s heart and loved helping anyone in need. Lynda was a friend to many and loved spending time with them.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Mead of Mena, Arkansas; son, Dr. William Duke Jones and wife Melinda of Bolivar, Missouri; step-son, Adam Mead and wife Paula of Marble Falls, Texas; daughters: Sheila Jones and husband Skip Hadaway of Texarkana, Texas, and Mish Cush of Cedar Creek, Texas; step-daughter, Lora Mead of Texas; grandchildren: Eric Fair, Cori Fair, Molly Hutchinson, Simon Hutchinson, Taylor Jones, Spencer Hutchinson; step-grandchildren: Robert Mead, Stephanie McNamara, and Alan Mead; and great-grandchildren: Damien, Zane, Axel, Marlee, Ava, Lucas, and Becca.

Lynda was preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Lita Duke; and stepfather, Paul Martin.

Graveside service was Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at Pinecrest Memorial Park with Dr. William Duke Jones officiating under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Visitation was Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Chapel prior to private service.

Online obituary at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

Betty Lou Marcum, age 76 of Mena, Arkansas passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019 in Hot Springs.

She was born in California on November 25, 1943 to the late Maurice Monroe Ogden and the late Mable Annabelle Krebs Ogden. She was a cook at Queen Wilhelmina Lodge, where she shared her love of the holidays and giving, earning her the title “Mrs. Santa Claus”. She loved to read and watch movies and was a die hard Elvis fan. Betty was a beloved friend, mother, grandmother, and sister and will be greatly missed.

She is survived by daughter, Darla Larkin of Kansas City, Kansas; sister, Barbara Phegley and husband Tom of Lake Havasu, Arizona; grandchildren: Madison Larkin, Nikki Williams, Jesi Haukap, and Leo Larkin, Jr.; and special friends: Karen Cook of Mena, Arkansas, Tracey Rudman of Mena, Arkansas, Marion Cunningham of Plano, Texas; and all the fellas in the campground.

She was preceded in death by her parents and by four sisters.

Ms. Marcum was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home. No services are scheduled at this time.

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[November 1, 2019 | MENA, Ark.] The Adult Education Program provided through UA Rich Mountain was recently recognized by the State of Arkansas’ Division of Workforce Services for exceeding specified benchmarks designed to gauge success of programs. For the 2018-2019 program year, UA Rich Mountain’s Adult Education performed 10 percentage points beyond the Measurable Skill Gains minimum.

Local Adult Education Program Director Joel Bush was very quick to share the credit of their success with his staff and the prior director, Terri Francis, who led

the program during a portion of the year being recognized. “Their commitment to students of this program is impeccable. I am able to witness them, day in and day out, go above and beyond to empower these students and identify resources that will allow each individual to meet their educational and training goals,” said Bush.

Bush also recently held his first meeting with an Advisory Board of local business and industry managers and community partners to identify specific skill sets lacking in the workforce that the local program can assist in developing.

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recipient of a two-year Alternative Sentencing grant. The Smart Sentencing Program, SSP, offers innovative pre-trial and pre-sentencing sanctions and services for offenders who are accepted into the program. Law enforcement, the judiciary, prosecution, defense, probation and community service providers, working together, guide the administration and operation

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of the program as it works to enhance public safety, hold offenders accountable and develop competencies in offenders such as that they can become productive, contributing members of society.

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GROWING UP IN CHRIST Two verses come to mind. Jesus, in His prayer to the Father for us, prayed “Sanctify them in Truth; Thy word is Truth” (John 17: 17). The second verse, much like the first says, “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ” (I Thessalonians 5: 23).

The key word in each of these verses is the word “sanctify.” “Sanctify” is a word that come from the Greek word that means “holy.” He prayed that we would be made holy, and that by the Truth of His word, and the Godliness of His life (I Peter 1: 16).

And these verses talk about the process of growing up in Christ! When we first come to Him we come as new-born babies on a spiritual level. We are all born that way, but we are never programmed to stay that way! On the day of our birth into the Kingdom of our Savior the Holy Spirit of God begins a work in our lives, a work that is designed to bring us to maturity in Him. And in the process of sanctification God removes many things from us… things that would hinder our growth into Christ-likeness. On the other hand, He is constantly putting new thing in! And for all of us there is much to be removed and much to be added. “We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus…” (Ephesians 2: 10). We do not always enjoy what He does, but we must remember that His goal for our lives is much different and much higher than our own.

One of the truly great promises of the Bible is found in Romans 8: 28. “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose.”

Every Christian is His workmanship… some are harder to deal with than others, but every believer in Jesus Christ is His workmanship. We are predestinated “to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren” (Romans 8: 29).

It is very interesting that in the New Testament those who believe in Jesus Christ are called Christians only three times (Acts 11: 26; Acts 26; ;28; I Peter 4: 16). We are called disciples almost 250 times.

A disciple is someone who learns from and follows someone else. The “Someone Else” for Christians is Jesus Christ and only Jesus Christ! The Biblical emphasis upon discipleship and sanctification should be very clear. We are “born again” to the new life in Christ. That life means growth into His likeness, and someday in His time we will be “like Him” (I John 3: 2). Remember that in creation God’s purpose was a people who would be in His own “image and likeness”.

We lost it in Eden through sin; we regained it in Gethsemane and on Calvary.

God always finishes everything He starts. Count on it! The image that was lost in Eden will be restored.

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Governor Seeks Extension of Road Tax

Governor Asa Hutchinson looks to keep a current road tax on the books for a longer period of time.

The current half cent sales tax is set to expire in 2023, but Governor Hutchinson, along with lobbying groups, would like to extend it. The current tax was approved by voters in 2012.

The state legislature approved a highway funding package earlier this year which included the ballot measure extending the tax.

Governor Hutchinson has set this as his top priority in next years ballot initiative and has the backing of the Arkansas Trucking Association and the state Chamber of Commerce.

Hutchinson says the tax will help the states economy and will provide over $205 million per year in funding for state roads.

CLICK IT or TICKET Begins Monday

As holiday travel begins for many, motorists in Arkansas should be aware that law enforcement officers from state, county, and local departments will be conducting a high-visibility Click or Ticket It enforcement campaign. Beginning Monday, officers will be patrolling various roadways through the state, especially Interstate 40, to ensure drives and their passengers are wearing their seat belts. The National Highway Transportation Safety Board estimates that proper seat belt usage reduces the risk of fatal injury to front passengers by 45 percent and the risk of moderate to serious injury by 50 percent.

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Out of more than 1,100 entries submitted this year, Arkansas Tourism’s work was judged to be exceptional by experts in hospitality, travel, tourism and media. Judges were asked to evaluate each entry based on its own merit and success in achieving its objectives.

Featuring inspirational photography and content, Arkansas.com provides

resources and other information to help travelers plan a trip to The Natural State. The site also features a monthly digital publication titled “Discover Arkansas,” which highlights events, activities and trip ideas.

At Arkansas.com, you can also view previous editions of “Discover Arkansas,” order print publications to help plan your next vacation and sign up for monthly emails that feature deals and coupons for attractions across The Natural State.

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Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Keep Our Communities Safe Act Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators Jim Inhofe (R-Oklahoma), John Boozman (R-Arkansas), David Perdue (R-Georgia), Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Keep Our Communities Safe Act. The legislation would close the legal loophole that requires immigration authorities to release back into the United States illegal aliens who have not been accepted for deportation to other countries after being detained for six months, a practice also referred to as "catch and release." Full text of the bill can be found here.

“Non-citizens who assault and rob Americans should be deported, not released on a technicality,” Cotton said.

“Unfortunately, a ‘catch and release’ loophole puts criminals like Binh Thai Luc back onto our streets if they can’t be deported quickly enough. My bill eliminates that loophole and would keep violent non-citizens in federal custody until they’re sent back to their home country.”

“The Keep Our Communities Safe Act closes the ‘catch-and-release’ loophole, which puts our law-abiding citizens, local law enforcement officials and communities at risk,” Inhofe said. “It will ensure that illegal aliens who have been found guilty of violent crimes and aggravated felonies are not able to remain in our communities. As the current law stands, an illegal alien with a criminal record is released back into the United States after six months if no other country accepts them for deportation. It’s past time to enact legislation to fix this problem.”

“The fact that violent criminals can be released back into our communities as the result of a loophole is a clear example of how our immigration system is broken and in desperate need of repair,” said Boozman. “The Keep Our Communities Safe Act will fix that by protecting American families and ensuring dangerous illegal immigrants remain detained.”

“It is unconscionable that current law allows illegal aliens who have committed

violent crimes to be released back in the United States,” said Perdue. “Loopholes like this jeopardize the safety of law-abiding citizens and put local law enforcement in extremely dangerous situations. By closing this loophole, federal authorities will have the ability to detain criminal illegal aliens, reduce incentives for illegal crossings at our southern border, and keep our communities safe.”

“It’s reckless to release illegal aliens into our country – despite warranting detention – because of an arbitrary timeline,” Cramer said. “Such disregard for the rule of law is not only bad policy, but it also poses a threat to American citizens. Our legislation to close these loopholes will help deter those who want to come into our country and take advantage of our broken immigration system.”

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and Congressional Democrat’s attention is elsewhere, there is still an ongoing humanitarian crisis happening at our southern border,” said Cruz. “It is a crisis that continues to overwhelm Texas border communities each and every day.

Inexplicitly, Congress put loopholes in federal immigration law mandating ‘catch and release,’ which forces Border Patrol agents to eventually release everyone, including convicted criminals and the children they’ve brought with them. According to rapid DNA testing, nearly 30 percent of adults are not related to the children in their custody. That is cruel and inhumane, and it explains why we are hearing more and more reports of children being rented or sold by the cartels. I am proud to cosponsor this bill to close these loopholes and keep Texans and all Americans safe.”

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Corryn Holland Wednesday, November 13, 2019 ATHLETE GRADE Justice Neufeld 10 Brady Lyle 12 Isacc Tedder 9 Matthew Chaney 12 Daniel Norman 12 Brady Hair 11 Damian Bohlman 10 John Fagan 10 Joshua Tilley 10 The boys placed 3rd overall.

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Hooper scored on a jet sweep to the right.

Mena’s Brazilian kicker, Luiz Pessoa, did what he does best, putting points on the board, with his PAT to make the score line 14-7.

In the 2nd quarter the Bearcats 4th ranked defense made some good stops with a TJ Kiser interception and forcing a Gosnell punt, but the Pirates defense came strong as well when a Zane Stephens pass was intercepted and run back to the Mena 10 yard line. Gosnell put six more points on the board with :34 remaining in the half while failing on their two-point conversion. The first half ended with Gosnell up 20-7.

The 3rd quarter was more strong defense from the home side with a touchdown on an interception and a successful two-point conversion taking the game to

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28-7 in favor of the host. Gosnell would go on the score in the 3rd quarter on a bobbled ball in the Mena backfield that was run in for six points. Gosnell did a good job of shutting down the Cats outside running game which played to their strengths.

Mena made a late run of scoring in the 4th, but it was too late to overcome the deficit. Mena’s 2019 football season ended and the long drive home began.

This Mena team and its season is something the boys and Bearcats parents and fans can be proud of. A new Head Coach came in during the summer with a new staff and built a strong team on short notice. A 7-4 record in a tough conference with a trek to Gosnell for a playoff game.

Coach Craig Bentley is building towards a future that is even stronger.

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Sixth Grade Cheerleaders: Front Row, left to right: Avery Montgomery, Emily Caldwell.

Middle row: Jasmine Parker, Emmi Kate Hensley, Chandler Hendrickson. Back row: Breanna Crider, Makenna Vaughn, and Faith Tucker. Not pictured are coaches: Julie Pasquinzo, Cynthia Crider, Lindy Jumper, and Tracy Hensley.

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Fourth Grade Cheerleaders: Front Row, left to right: Lily Jackson, Kinsey Mullen, Sophia Cummings. Back Row: Myka Wilson, Klover Kiersey, Trinity Wilson, Neveah Scott.

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THURSDAY, NOV. 21ST – • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 10:00 a.m. – GriefShare meeting at the Presbyterian Church at 904 Church Avenue in Mena. Open to anyone in the community who has experienced the recent death of a loved one. Call Pastor Bill at 785-320-1652 for more information.

• 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – The Board Camp Baptist Church at 107 Country Road 63 will distribute food.

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

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

• 12:00 p.m. – Polk County Library Board will meet in the Susanna Mosley Community Room at the Library.

• 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)2164606 or (479)243-0297.

• 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. – Acorn Water monthly meeting at the Water Office.

• 6:30 p.m. – Disaster Preparedness Group meets at Assembly of God Church, 2111 Sutherland Ave. in Mena.

• 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.

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

FRIDAY, NOV. 22ND – • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane So-

November 20, 2019 ciety of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50.

• 12:00 p.m. – PCDC Board of Directors will meet in the MRHS Conference Room A. • 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.

SATURDAY, NOV. 23RD – • 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.

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

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

SUNDAY, NOV. 24TH • 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 Sulpher Springs Church.

• 5:00 p.m. – Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Historic Old Armory (DeQueen and Maple). Hosted by the Mena Area Ministerial Alliance. Menu: Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Desserts, Tea, Coffee, and Water.

MONDAY, NOV. 25TH – • 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Last Day to confirm attendance for Thanksgiving Day -Don’t Eat Home Alone Thanksgiving Dinner at Covenant of Life Family Church for Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 28). Call 479394-6763 or 479-216-7058.

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

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

• 6:00 p.m. - Clarice’s Room of Hope group gathering will be held at 403 North

Morrow St., Suite C, Mena.

• 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 meeting at Limetree Restaurant. Meeting follows meal.

• 6:00 p.m. – We The People Tea Party meets at Papas Mexican Restaurant.

• 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church, Mena. 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 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. – Mena Elks Lodge meeting.

All Elks are invited to attend.

TUESDAY, NOV. 26TH • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardener 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 drivers 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.

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

• 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.

• 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Polk County Housing Authority Community Room live country and gospel music.

• 6:00 p.m. – The Marine Corps League Herbert A Littleton Detachment 1261 will meet at New China Restaurant, Mena. For more information, call Commandant Anderson (281) 387-0400.

• 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Hatfield Jam Session at the Hatfield Auditorium. All muscians/singers and listeners welcome.

Refreshements served, cookies or fingerfoods accepted.

• 7:30 p.m. – Mountain Meadow Masonic Lodge #218 will meet at the Hatfield Lodge.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting at First United Methodist Church,

9th & Port Arthur. (479)234-2887 or (479)234-3043.

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• 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. Distributes free clothing and nonperishable food items. We also gratefully accept contributions, but due to limited space, can only accept clean, usable articles of clothing & non-perishable food items.

• 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 Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Mena.

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

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

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

• 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.

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7 ACRES with 3 room hunting cabin joining the National Forest. Deer, bear and turkey abound. Great getaway only 10 minutes from Walmart. $44,900 United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent. Call 479-234-7075 24/7 T112019 7.53 adjoining the National Forest. Big hardwoods, home or cabin site, private.

Good deer, bear, small game hunting. $39,900. United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent.

Call 479-234-7075 24/7 T112019

38 ACRES Close to Mena. Joins U.S. Forest. Big hardwood, building sites overlooking Mena. Old Silver mine on property. Small creek. Deer, turkey, and small game hunting. Reduced to $114,900.

Owner says sell. United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent. Call 479-234-7075 24/7 T112019

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130 ACRES Close to Mena with city water, Rich Mountain Electric Co-op, mountain views, public road access, building sites. Great development and investment property. Reduced to $199,000. United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent. Call 479-2347075 24/7 T112019

Breathtaking Panoramic View. Building site on 15 acres overlooking Mena and entire valley. Some restrictions apply. $125,000. United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent.

Call 479-234-7075 24/7 T112019

Residential Building Sites in Lookout Mtn. Estates starting at $24,900. United Country Arkansas Properties, John Titsworth, Sr., Owner/Agent. Call 479-2347075 24/7 T112019

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Christmas Bazaar Christ Episcopal

Church, 803 Church Avenue, Thursday, Nov 21st 9am to 5pm. Friday, Nov 22nd 9am to 2pm. Lots of baked goods, gifts, & Christmas decorations T112019

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Mobile Dog Grooming, bath/dry, nails, ears, brushing and clipping. Call Deanna Boyd 479-234-1866. Check out scmobiledogwash.com or email: squekycleanmobiledogwash@gmail.com T121119

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GIFTS! Handmade by local artisans - an

entire store full. MENA ART GALLERY, 607 Mena St. 479-394-3880 Tues 11-2 Wed-Sat 10-3 T121819

- GARAGE SALE -

Garage Sale! Friday & Saturday, 8:00

am -3:00 pm, 138 Deer Park Lane, off Ransom Road. Directional signs will be up and the wood stove going.

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Lost Pigion - Gray with black and some white. House pet with leg band. $100.00 reward if found. 479-234-7028 or 951497-7867 112019

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LEGAL NOTICE

Polk County is soliciting sealed bids for the sale of a 72 foot long steel truss bridge currently in place on Polk 50 near the old sale barn in Potter.

The successful bidder must be, or willing to hire, a licensed contractor with a current general liability insurance policy for bridge removal and transport.

Bids shall be presented in a sealed envelope clearly marked POLK 50 BRIDGE SALE and time stamped in the Polk County Clerk’s office before 9:00 AM, Monday, November 25th, 2019.

Bids will be opened at 9:00 AM, Monday, November 25th, 2019 in the basement of the Polk County Courthouse.

All inquiries can be made to the Polk County Judge, Brandon Ellison at 479-394-8133.

Toys for Tots & Mena Elks Lodge Application for Christmas Toys For Children Who Otherwise Would Go Without!

Applications MUST be returned by

DEC. 1st, 2019

MAILT TO: MENA ELKS LODGE, 124 ELK LANE, MENA, AR 71953 Applications WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED by phone or after the deadline date.

You will be notified by mail where & when to pick up your toys. Families to receive toys will be at the discretion of the committee.

For more information call 479-394-3740

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Two Henderson State University Professors Arrested For Making Meth The cause of an odor last month that shut down the Reynolds Science Center at Henderson State University has been determined.

According to the Clark County Sheriffs Department two professors, Dr. Bradley Allen Rowland, 40, and Dr. Terry David Bateman, 45, were arrested and charged with manufacturing methamphetamine and the use of drug paraphernalia.

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The two amateur Heisenberg’s were allegedly making their meth in the University Science Center. The building has since reopened after it met all EPA environmental recommendations.

Both professors have been on administrative leave since October 11th. As of press time Rowland has made bond and is out of jail.

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program is to increase competencies in offenders through educational and vocational training, mental health management, drug treatment and other basic life-skills training so that they are better equipped to live crime-free lives.

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For more information on the Adult Ed program and its resources, please visit the Abernathy Building on the campus of UA Rich Mountain or call 479.394.7622 ext. 1380.

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