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AMERICAN LEGION BIRTHDAY SUPPER
The annual American Legion Birthday supper, hosted by the Auxiliary, will be held March 6, 2014, at 6:30 p.m, at Camp Doughboy. The Legion will be 95 this year. We urge all our members and their families to come out and help us celebrate. The supper will be potluck, with the Legion furnishing the meat and ice. The Auxiliary will have the cake.
ELECTION REGISTRATION LOCATION
County Officers seeking election can register at the Easy Living’s office on 312 Main St. beginning February 24 through March 3 from 8-12. Hours are 8:00-4:30 Monday through Friday.
PEACE OF MIND INSURANCE WORKSHOP
First Baptist Church and McKinzie Funeral Home Presents Peace Of Mind Burial Insurance Workshop Wedesday, March 5, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Topics include: What is Death?; Preparing for Death Grief Insurance-What it is and who should have it; Types of Insurance: Whole Life and Term Life, Decreasing Term, Cost of Funerals, Pre Paying for a Funeral. The Public is invited-Charles Hawkins, Pastor
Last Tuesday, at around 3:30 a.m. Dana’s House was struck by lightning. The attic and crawlspace on the east side of the building caught fire, which spread from end-to-end of the building. The fire was contained but caused massive water damage that leaked through the ductwork into the thrift store, kitchen area and recreation room. Though no children were hurt, computers, kitchen equipment
and everything in the thrift store, as well as the computer board for the van were all damaged. Particularly distressing is the complete destruction of all items in the thrift store, which brings in approximately $15,000 annually that goes towards taking the children out to eat, go to movies and other activities. “All that is gone,” Jennifer Poston, administrator said. “Everything in the store is
ruined.” The Baptist church has offered their kitchen while repairs are being made. Structurally, the ends are shored-up and is sound. However, monetary donations are much needed. “We really need donations because we don’t want to direct all of our money toward repairs and take away from what the kids get,” Poston said. “And we just don’t have room for items. We have no
place to put them.” Donations can be made on site, mailed to Dana’s House or through Paypal at their website: danashouse. org. Also, volunteers will be needed as the progression of repairs unfolds, so please plan on lending a helping hand to a great organization and the wonderful kids for whom it serves.
SASSAFRAS/THOMPSON CEMETERY
Please send your donations for the upkeep of Sassafras/Thompson Cemetery to Elvin Wright, 175 Elm Branch Rd, DeWitt.
UAM BOLL WEEVIL/ COTTON BLOSSOM GOLF FUNDRAISER
The UAM Boll Weevil/Cotton Blossom Golf Fundraiser will be held March 8, 2014 at the Oak Hills Country Club. All money raised will go to help the UAM Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams with uniforms, travel expenses, and a future on-campus driving range. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and tournament begins at 9. Cash prizes are available and each 3 man team is $65 per person. Contact: Jackie Heather Wall (863) 398-3292 or Jackie Johnson (870) 946-6182.
CORKY’S BBQ FUNDRAISER
$10.00 Each plate includes pork, baked beans, coleslaw, bun, chips and a cookie
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Drive Thru MONDAY, MARCH 10 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. F&M Bank in DeWitt
*Proceeds beneift the “Caring for the Community” account*
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LOCAL NEWS EWITT POLICE REPORT February 28, 2014 - At approximately 4:35 PM, I, Officer Johnathan Powell, was watching traffic at 2nd and Main St when I noticed a vehicle with a blue piece of plastic covering the front driver’s side window. I activated my emergency lights and stopped the vehicle at the intersection of May and 1st St, approached the vehicle, and identified myself. I informed the driver that it was not legal to drive with his window obstructed. I asked for his license, registration, and proof of insurance. He provided me with his license and registration, but said that he did not have his proof of insurance in the vehicle. Upon running the license, I learned it is suspended due to child support nonpayment. He was placed under arrest for driving on a suspended driver’s license and no proof of insurance. March 1, 2014 - Officer dispatched to 112 East Maxwell Street. The caller advised that her nephew, was threatening to burn down her house. Arkansas County Sheriff Auxiliary Deputy Toby Smith (Unit 23), hearing the radio traffic and aware of the mental and combative nature of the nephew, advised that he was en route to the location to assist. Both officers arrived at the same time. While speaking with the suspect he advised that he did threaten to burn down his aunt’s house. He was taken into custody with no physical resistance, transported to the Arkansas County Detention Center and charged with Terroristic threatening in the second degree. February 28, 2014 – At approx. 10:18 p.m. , I , Officer Bobby Hopson , was sitting in the parking lot of Marty Mart when I witnessed a white Chevrolet Malibu (AR:322 RMH) traveling north bound on Whitehead Dr. @ 2nd St. without any headlights on. At this time I activated my patrol unit’s emergency blue lights and got the vehicle pulled over on E. Cross St.@ Whitehead Dr. I then approached the vehicle on it’s driver side, advised the driver the reason for the stop, and asked to see his drivers license, insurance, and registration. At this time the driver said he did not have a driver’s license and gave his name and date of birth. I then had dispatch to check to see if he ever had a driver’s license and for warrants. Dispatch advised me that his driver’s license were suspended at this time. I then placed him into custody and after the vehicle’s owner arrived to pick it up I transported him to the Arkansas County Detention Center to be booked on the charge of Driving with a cancelled driver’s license. February 25, 2014 - I was dispatched to the Dewitt High School Parking Lot for an accident. Upon arrival, I met with a someone who stated that another had hit her car since she arrived at school. I called
We need you! These animals were picked up by the DeWitt Animal Control Officer this week. If one of these dogs belongs to you or you would like to find out about adopting one, please call the Animal Control Officer at 946-6307.
Principle Marty Weaver and told him of the situation and would he find the kid in parking spot #182. Mr. Weaver said give him a minute. In a few minutes a white male came across the lot and to my car and was asked if he was driving this truck this morning and he said yes. I asked if he was going to tell the other driver that he hit her vehicle or tell anyone about it. He said that he was going to tell her eighth period. I took all information from the two parties and told them that they needed to contact their insurance companies of the accident. March 1, 2014 - At approximately 2:20 PM, I, Officer Brad Bazarow was dispatched to the Kroger parking lot to take a report of a hit and run accident. Upon arrival, I spoke with the victim who said that while she was shopping a car backed into her and drove off. A Kroger employee stated that the car was an older white Buick, and that when the car backed into her, the driver got out and unstuck the cars, and then drove off. February 27, 2014 - I was dispatched to the North Parking lot of Phillips Community College for an accident. Upon arrival I spoke with one driver. He said that he was involved in the accident and that he had hit a parked vehicle. He said that he was pulling a trailer full of plants up to the college, and when they had unloaded all the plants and was leaving the parking lot he turned to sharp and the trailer hit the parked vehicle. The trailer left a big red scuff and dented in the plastic bumper on the driver’s side of the trailblazer. I went in the college and talked to the vehicle owner and got her insurance information for the report. The trailer that actually hit the parked SUV belongs to the college. I told both parties to contact their insurance companies and tell them of accident.
RKANSAS COUNTY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Government Arkansas County Quorum Court meets the second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in the courthouse. Crocketts Bluff Volunteer Fire Department meets the third Monday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. at the fire station. You do not have to be a board member to attend. DeWitt Airport Commission meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at DeWitt City Hall. DeWitt/Arkansas County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meets the third Monday of each month at 10 a.m. DeWitt City Council meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. DeWitt Municipal Waterworks meets the second Monday of each month at 3 p.m. at the water office. DeWitt School Board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the district office. Gillett City Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. (November-March) or 7 :30 p.m. (April-October). St. Charles City Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the St. Charles Museum. St. Charles Zoning Commission meets at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the St. Charles Fire Department. The St. Charles Volunteer Fire Department meets the first Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the fire station at 610 Broadway. The St. Charles Fire Department Auxiliary meets the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the fire station at 610 Broadway. Club Meetings American Legion and Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of each month at Camp Doughboy at 6:30 p.m. Arkansas County Diabetic Support Group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Arkansas County Bank Community Room. Caring and Sharing Food Pantry is open the second and fourth Tuesday and Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Court Square in DeWitt. Unity Baptist Church Community Clothes Closet is open the first Monday of each month from 4-6 p.m. and the second and fourth Tuesday and Thursday of each month from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Delta Medicine Assist Program will be open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Baptist Medical Health Clinic in Stuttgart. DeWitt Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the DeWitt City Hall courtroom. Use the east door. DeWitt Athletic Booster Club meets the first Monday of each month in the DeWitt High School library
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at 5:30 p.m. DeWitt Band Parents Association meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the DeWitt High School band room. DeWitt Chamber of Commerce meets the third Thursday of each month at noon at a location to be announced. The DeWitt Community Book Club meets the second Monday of each month at PCCUA DeWitt campus at 5:30 p.m. Anyone who is interested in reading a variety of fiction and nonfiction and discussing books with other readers is welcome to attend. DeWitt Hospital Auxiliary meets the second Tuesday of each month at noon at PCC-DeWitt. DeWitt Lions Club meets every Tuesday at noon at The Catfish Shack. DeWitt Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at noon at The Catfish Shack. 40 et 8 meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Doughboy. The Gillett Civic Group meets the second Thursday of each month in the community room at the Planters and Merchants Bank. Grand Prairie Charitable Christian Medical Clinic is held the second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m., at 115 N. Adams in DeWitt. The Grand Prairie Historical Society meets the third Thursday in Jan., April, July and October. The Grand Prairie Quilt Society meets the second Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Stuttgart Public Library. The Grand Prairie Ruritan Club meets the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at The Willows Restaurant. Kingdom Outreach Women’s Group meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Changing Lives Ministries building at the corner of Madison and Gibson streets. Masonic Lodge #157 meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Prairie Angels 4-H Club meets the fourth Monday of each month at 3:45 p.m. at Faith Baptist Church. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets each Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Gillett. Weigh-in starts at 5:30 p.m.; meetings at 6 p.m. Weight Watchers meets every Monday at New Life Fellowship. Weigh-ins begin at 5 p.m. Ya-gotta-wanna Al-Anon Group provides support for anyone affected by someone else’s drinking. AlAnon meets 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Mondays at the Presbyterian Church, 120 W. 7th, Stuttgart, AR. Gillett Farmers and Businessmen Club 2014 Meeting Schedule is as follows: •March 17 at 7:00 sponsored by Fish Fry at GES Cafeteria 8April 21 at 7:00 sponsored by Civic Group at Menard Lodge •May 19 at 7:00 sponsored by New Zion Youth at New Zion Church •June 16 at 7:00 sponsored by UMW at Methodist Church •July 21 at 7:00 sponsored by Dorcas Circle at Lutheran Church •August 18 at 7:00 sponsored by PTA at Lutheran Church •September 15 at 7:00 sponsored by Girl Scouts at Baptist Church •October 20 at 7:00 sponsored by Civic Group at Menard Lodge •November 17 at 7:00 sponsored by Dorcas Circle at Lutheran Church •December 15 at 7:00 sponsored by Lutheran Youth at Lutheran Church •January 10, 2015 at 6:30 sponsored by F&B Men at Coon Supper
DMS Hears “Keys to Safety” presentation from the Arkansas Attorney General’s Office by Linda Gunnell Carol Robinson spoke to the DMS student body recently about internet safety and teens. Ms. Robinson provided valuable safety tips for anyone using the internet. She related two stories of AR teens that lost their lives after interacting with people they met online. Tips she provided included: 1. Don’t give personal information online. 2. Anything you share online becomes public! 3. Don’t send pictures to anyone you don’t know. 4. Never assume the person you are talking to is really who they say they are. 5. Never agress to a face-to-face meeting with someone you’ve met online. 6. Don’t respond to or send mean or threatening messages. 7. If someone makes you feel uncomfortable or sends you anything appropriate TELL SOMEONE!!! You can report anything threatening, sexually explicit or other inappropriate messages or photographs to the Cybertipline. You can go to www.Cybertipline. com or call 1-800-843-5678.
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LOCAL NEWS Whitmore Fertilizer Hosts Customer Obituary Appreciation Day
Mandy Lee Turner Jimenez
Whitmore Fertilizer held their Annual Customer Appreciation Day on Thursday, February 27 at the Arkansas County Fairgrounds. Participants enjoyed a feast of steak with all of the trimmings.
Mandy Lee Turner Jimenez, 66, of DeWitt died February 26, 2014. She was born on January 13, 1948, in Reydell, AR, to Tom Junior Turner and Liza Elmina Goodnight Turner. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, James Jimenez. Survivors include her children, Jennifer Comancho of New Mexico, David Jimenez of Louisiana, and Freddie Jimenez of California; five brothers Lonnie Turner (Pat Hopper) of DeWitt, Oscar Turner (Martha), Jimmy Turner (Amanda), Walter Turner (Nancy), and Virgil Turner (Diane); one sister Debbie May; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be a memorial service at a later date. Cremation arrangements by Essex Funeral Home. www.essexfuneralhome.com
Obituary Phyllis Ann Adams Price Phyllis Ann Adams Price, 62, of Almyra, died February 26, 2014. She was born November 23, 1951, in DeWitt to Robert and Estelle Watson Adams. She worked at Arkansas County Co-op and was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Roberta Adams Williams. Phyllis is survived by her husband, Ronny; her son, Dean, and his wife, Katie Jo; two grandchildren, Whitney and Caleb, all of Almyra; and two sisters, Lou Cree Schallhorn and Rosa Lee Myers, both of DeWitt. Visitation was 2-3 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at Faith Baptist Church with funeral services following at 3:00. Burial was in Almyra Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home. The family of Adonnis Shields would like to express a sincere thank you to everyone for the calls, cards, visits, food, and prayers during the loss of our mother, daughter, and sister. We especially want to thank Bro. Eddie Best for the service, Betty Fuhrman for the music, and the First Baptist Church ladies for dinner. A heartfelt thank you to Kathy Trites, Abby Staton, and Bonnie Wilbanks for the pictures. Skylar and Hayden Williams, BJ Shields, and Jason and Stacy Shields
Announcing...
PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
UAM and Arkansas Americorps to Offer Scholarships for Third Year Applications for the UAM-Arkansas Americorps Scholarship will be available beginning March 5 at the Office of Admissions at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and at the Americorps office at the Southeast Educational Service Cooperative in Monticello. UAM, in cooperation with Arkansas Americorps, will offer five $1,000 scholarships, renewable each semester, beginning with the fall 2014 semester. The deadline to submit a scholarship application is April 1. UAM and Arkansas Americorps reached a memorandum of agreement three years ago to create five scholarships, which were awarded during the 2011 fall semester. An additional five scholarships were given during the 2013 fall term. The new scholarships will be awarded in addition to those already awarded. For more information, contact Mary Whiting at (870) 460-1026 or (800) 844-1826.
Thank You We would like to express our sincere thanks and deep appreciation to everyone for the visits, food, flowers, cards, memorials, and prayers at the loss of our loved one. May God bless each one of you for your acts of love and kindness.
Kindergarten Round-Up DeWitt Public Schools is excited to announce it is time for the 2014 Kindergarten Round-up and registration. Kindergarten registration will take place on the DeWitt and Gillett Elementary campuses on Thursday, March 20, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This registration is for any buck-a roo who will be five (5) years old on or before August 1, 2014. Parents will need to bring several documents on the day of registration. An official birth certificate or other approved age documentation as well as the child’s social security card is needed. Your child’s current immunization or shot record s will be collected by the school nurse. If you have participated in a well child check up recently please bring with you, however, if you have not, a form to take to the physician will be offered. Lastly, a proof of residence will be required. This proof may be a utility bill, rental agreement or lease agreement. This year parents are asked to bring their child to the round-up. Your child will be given a short skills checklist and then receive a gift for their participation. If you have any questions please feel free to call Mrs. Rachel Mitchell, Gillett Elementary Principal at 870-548-2466 or Mrs. Julie Amstutz, DeWitt Elementary Principal at 870-946-4651.
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Thank you to the Almyra and DeWitt Fire Departments who responded to our need last Sunday. The fire came so close to getting both my barns, and even came toward our home fast and furious. The fire fighters, neighbors and friends did a great job and I thank you all so very much. God bless you all
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St. Paul’s Lutheran Preschool is now accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year. Applications can be picked up at the Rice Paddy, Gillett City Hall or the preschool. You can also contact a board member: Joli Holzhauer 548-3006 Christy Murphy 548-2440 Tante Bauer 548-2859 Any child who will be 3 or 4 on or before August 1, 2014 will be eligible to enroll in the 2014-2015 preschool class.
The DeWitt Baseball & Softball Association is sponsoring their Annual Dinner and Silent Auction Friday, March 7 at 6 p.m. DeWitt High School Cafeteria Take outs available On the menu: Catfish and all the trimmings by The Catfish Shack The 3rd Annual Silent Auction is full of great items donated by businesses across the county. Tickets available at the door or from any DBSA Board Member
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LOCAL NEWS Gillett News by Melissa Grantham demonstration/presentation to the group about taking care of her pet, Ratatouille. The group discussed upcoming events in Arkansas County and their April 5 trip to Toltec Mounds. They also wanted to thank Farmers & Businessmen’s Club for their contribution and support.
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New Spring Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm & Sat 8am-Noon Call: AJ 946-5446 Jackie: 946-6182 MARCH EVENTS SPOTLIGHT Festivals
Shows
Save The Date!
SPRING MUSICAL
“GUYS and DOLLS” Arkadelphia, Ar. Tony-award winning musical by Frank Loesser. Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows based on the short stories of Damon Runyan Presented in the Prese Ouachita Baptist University
Monday, May 26, 2014
Jones Performing Arts Center
April 10-12, 2014 • 7:30 PM Tickets $10 - Call the box office 1pm-5pm M-F, 870 245-5555 or on-line at: www.obu.edu/boxoffice
GUN SHOW CONWAY, Ar. • March 15th- 16th Buy • Sell Trade
Faulkner County Fairgrounds Expo Center Sat 9am-5pm • Sun 9 am - 4 pm
Large Selection of New & Used Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Knives, Ammo & Militaria www.gandsgunshows.com G&S Promotions • 1-918-659-2201
Your Homecooked Destination At lunch, choose from 3 meat dishes and up to 9 sides, fresh rolls, and homemade desserts daily!
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Grantham Gives Method Demonstration/Presentation The Pride of Gillett 4-H club met with 14 members present. Mary-Claire Grantham gave a method
Miss Gillett Pageants Planned The Miss Gillett pageants will be held Saturday, March 8th, 2014 beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Gillett High School auditorium. There are four
age groups; Little Miss Gillett, ages 3–6, Young Miss Gillett, ages 7–11, Junior Miss Gillett, ages 12–15, and Miss Gillett, ages 16–18. Admission is $2 for adults and children. The event is sponsored by the Gillett PTA. Birthday Celebration Planned Arlene Ferguson will be honored with a 90th birthday celebration on Sunday, March 9th, 2014 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Gillett United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Everyone is invited
to stop by and wish her a happy birthday! No gifts please. Gillett Rabies Clinic The Gillett Rabies Clinic will be Saturday, March 29th, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Gillett Fire Department. City dog tags will also be sold. All dogs residing in the city limits (including house dogs) must purchase a city dog tag every year. If your dog already has its rabies shot, dog tags can be purchased at the Gillett City Hall for $5.00.
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met Wednesday, February 12, at the Stuttgart Public Library with seven members present. Glenda opened the meeting with the thought for the day. Neither rain, nor snow, now sleet will keep quilters from their appointed meeting. She congratulated and Michele shows her appli- thanked the members qued and embroidered for braving the snow and hummingbird wall hang- coming to the meeting. The treasurer’s report ing. and minutes were read and approved. Get Well cards were signed for Audrey and Betty. February birthday greetings were extended to Pat. Happy Birthday, Pat! Under Old Business Glenda showed the completed Quilt of Valor blocks. Michele volunteered to assemble the Sherrye shows her T-shirt quilt top. Glenda will add the border and quilt quilt.
it and Ann will do the binding. Michele reported on the January 11 quilt class at Cook’s Lake. Marlon gave an interesting presentation on bald eagles. It was surprising to learn that the “eagle cry” we always hear on a TV show is actually the voice of the Red Tailed Hawk because the actual eagle cry is not very impressive. During Show and Share: Marsha showed several of the Cook’s Lake projects she had recently finished, a walker tote, a casserole carrier, a pumpkin wall hanging and a snowman banner. Shelley donated a collection of quilt pieces to the club that had been given to her church. Michele showed her appliqued hummingbird block. Ann had some cute,
little knit drawstring bags made from T-shirt sleeves. Sherrye showed her Tshirt quilt and a Missouri quilt club quilt. Glenda had 3 more dresses she finished for the Hemmed in Prayer project. Marsha thanked Ann and Michele for their photo expertise. With their photos, the society’s meeting reports are so much more interesting. Due to a scheduling conflict at the library, the April Sit’n Sew will be at Glenda’s house in Roe on April 9 from 9-3. More info about this will be forthcoming at the March 12th meeting at the Stuttgart Public Library. See you there!
Crocketts Bluff, Ethel, and St. Charles News By: Margaret Aycock, 870-282-8030, jaymara@hughes.net COUPED UP Mercy sakes, folks, do you think that this wintery weather will ever let up? You know that I am so ready for spring after being couped up in the house all winter. Oh well, we have no control over the weather, do we? After all, that’s the Lord’s work, isn’t it? MRS. PAXTON IN HOSPITAL I heard over the weekend that Dorothy Paxton was in Little Rock in the Doctor’s Heart Hospital. Dorothy underwent an artheriogram Sunday, March 1st. She also had to have a stint put in her heart. I understand that she is doing well, and if the weather is permissible, she can come home today. Please everyone, keep Dorothy in your prayers for a speedy re-
covery. CBCC FEBRUARY MEETING The February meeting of the Crockett’s Bluff Community Center was held Thursday evening at 6:00 p.m. Approximately 30 members were present to enjoy the wonderful potluck meal that was brought by everyone. The blessing was given by Bro. Charles Floyd Jackson, pastor of Crockett’s Bluff Baptist Church. After the meal was finished and the tables were cleaned, everyone enjoyed several games of bingo conducted by Shirley Jackson and Peggy Bullock. Our next meeting will be April 24th. WEST BIRTHDAY PARTY Gary and Virginia West of St. Charles hosted a
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birthday party for their daughter, Elizabeth, on her 21st birthday, Saturday 1st. Happy Birthday, Elizabeth. Nothing like being 21, is it? You go girl! UPDATE ON PASTOR OF LANDMARK BAPTIST CHURCH To the best of our knowledge, Bro. Dee Webb, pastor of Landmark Baptist Church in DeWitt, is doing as best as can be expected at this time. The word we received today is that if everything goes as expected, Bro. Dee will be moved from ICU into a private room today. (Refreshment of memory): Bro. Dee had a very bad wreck in his privately owned semi a couple of weeks ago. He could not remember what happened because the cab was smashed so bad. Bro. Dee was flown by helicopter to UAMS in Little Rock, where he remains today. Talk about a lucky person. GOD TRULY WAS AND IS WITH BRO. DEE WEBB!!!! I will try to keep you folks updated and please, keep praying for him and his entire family!! HOWARD SURPRISE PARTY Drew Howard of Crockett’s Bluff, was surprised for his 8th birthday, Saturday afternoon (March 1st), by his Papaw, William West and “Miss” Mary West, with whom he lives. There were approximately 15 (+ or -) adults and children present. The weather was warm enough for the children to play outside games and swing etc. Roasted wieners and
marshmallows were enjoyed by everyone. Also, birthday cake and ice cream was served. Drew received many nice gifts. You keep up the good work of growing and minding your Papaw & Miss Mary. NOTICE! PLEASE EVERYONE, DO NOT FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS ONE HOUR AHEAD THIS COMING WEEKEND. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS AT 2 a.m. SUNDAY MORNING (MAR. 9th). BIRTHDAYS: Deborah Rush - Mar. 6 Jason Stark - Mar. 6 Kinley Ruffin - Mar. 6 edCory Danner - Mar. 6 Conor Malone - Mar. 7 Jamie Bisswanger - Mar. 7 Louise Childers - Mar. 7 Beth Ann Shadwick Mar. 8 Brett Worsencroft Mar. 8 Laura Cunningham Mar. 8 Darby Von Gunten Mar. 8 Will Nash Bateman Mar. 8 Mike Davis - Mar. 10 Robbie Fread - Mar. 10 Susan Watkins - Mar. 10 DeLois Cox - Mar, 10 Yvonne Rodgers - Mar. 11 Jayvion Phillips - Mar. 12 ANNIVERSARIES: Steve & Peggy Bullock Mar. 7 Shan & Mark English Mar.11 Carl & Glenda Allen Mar. 11 Tony & Kim Pike Snyder - Mar. 11 GOD BLESS THE USA!!!!!!!
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Between the Lines By Brenda Blagg Juxtaposition of two events — an ongoing legislative session and the opening of the filing period for this year’s elections — could prove costly for the state’s citizens. Most directly impacted are the more than 87,000 lowincome Arkansans who stand to lose newly acquired health insurance, although they aren’t the only potential losers in the politically infused legislative session. This is only the Legislature’s third fiscal session ever. Some conflict was inevitable because such sessions convene in election years, but the political influences at work on this Legislature seem particularly strong. It all relates to the ongoing national debate over the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, which is despised by many, although not all. Arkansas lawmakers are debating whether to fund again this state’s private option insurance program, which the Legislature created just a year ago as an alternative to part of the federal health care law. Instead of directly expanding Medicaid rolls for more qualifying low-income people, the private option uses the federal Medicaid dollars to subsidize private insurance for Arkansas people whose earnings fall below 138 percent of
the federal poverty level. Republicans in the Legislature led a tough fight a year ago to create the private option, securing a hard-to-get three-quarters’ vote in both houses. The federal government approved the program, which other conservative states have since looked to mimic. In fact, Gov. Mike Beebe, a Democrat who worked with lawmakers to develop the program, spent part of last week explaining it to other governors at a national conference. The private option debate is about what’s best for Arkansas, Beebe emphasized, and will not affect what happens in Washington to keep or kill Obamacare. The Arkansas Senate has reauthorized private option funding. But there is an ongoing impasse in the 100-member House of Representatives, where repeated efforts have fallen a few votes short of the 75 necessary to pass the appropriation. The House was supposed to try again on Tuesday but adjourned without taking it up. A relative handful of lawmakers stand in the way of passage, as Beebe explained, noting not only the potential impact on those tens of thousands who have signed up for insurance but also on the state’s general budget. Not taking these Medic-
aid dollars will create an $89 million hole in the state’s budget, forcing what Beebe called “draconian” cuts for the next fiscal year. As the funding debate continues, this filing period looms. Filing opened Monday and ends at noon on March 3. Some lawmakers fear a vote for the private option will cause someone to run against them, especially during this time when attention is so focused on the legislative impasse. Some of them might be persuaded to vote for it after noon on March 3, but not now. Legislators can’t really twiddle their collective thumbs until the filing window closes, costing taxpayers money as they wait. Nor would leaders be wise to interrupt the session for such a purely political concern. So, they creep through less controversial budget votes and try to break the impasse. For the record, if lawmakers fail to reauthorize the program, some may still lose re-election. There are voters on the other side of the issue, too, in the general election if not the primaries. Not authorizing the spending will end insurance for more than 87,000 people. It will also cause hospitals to have to absorb costs that those insurance dollars would
have covered as noninsured people return to emergency rooms for unreimbursed care. Any rewrite of the state’s budget without the additional Medicaid dollars will cause cuts that will be felt by other Arkansans. The most obvious are college students who could pay tuition increases if state funding falls short for the colleges and universities. So far, Beebe and legislative leaders have been so sure they could eventually win the votes to continue the private option, no one has tackled the full budget rewrite. If and when they do, that will take time, time away from the campaign trail as lawmakers would have to extend this session. At least, lawmakers resisted a related request from some of their colleagues to abandon the rule that prohibits House members from campaign fund-raising during a session. Unable to raise money and stuck in Little Rock, those frustrated candidates should have added incentive to get the legislative work done — preferably with the private option intact. Brenda Blagg is a freelance columnist. E-mail comments or questions to brendajblagg@gmail. com.
Grantham To Wed McDaniel in June Jim and Annette Grantham of Tichnor announce the upcoming wedding of their son, Lonnie Warren Dexter Grantham to Karley Marissa McDaniel, daughter of Bobby McDaniel and Donna Boone of Conway. The bride to be attends UCA in Conway, seeking a masters of art in teaching. The groom to be is a graduate of UCA and is employed with State Farm Insurance in Little Rock. The ceremony will be on June 7 at 3:00 p.m. at Crosspoint Baptist Church in Greenbriar, Arkansas. All family and friends are invited to attend.
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The ABC’s of Music: Is a Fun New Way to Learn Music Author Kenneth H .Ward uses his years of musical experience to teach the new generation the fundamentals and wonders of music. Music is an essential part of life; everywhere one goes, one hears music be it on the streets or while watching television. This is due to the fact that music is one of the best ways to express one’s opinions and outlook on life. This makes learning to create music a necessity. In “The ABCs of Music,”
author Kenneth H. Ward has written a great new picture book for the next generation to learn the fundamentals of music with ease. This book is written with the intent of simplifying the process of learning music. It shows that music theory should be a subject of study like science or mathematics, and should be embraced even further as a school subject. The same way a child first learns about the glories of mathemat-
ics and the sciences, or a budding artist learns to sketch. This clever picture book is a step by step approach to learning the fundamentals of music and at the same time learning to fully understand and appreciate it. The readers will be introduced to the many aspects of music from notes, sharps, chords, to the importance of melody in a song. This book was created by the author due to his experiences in music and his
wish to further enhance the musical vocation in the next generation. “The ABCs of Music” truly proves that music is a universal language and should be studied with full conviction and passion.
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FAITH & RELIGION WEEKLY SERMON
The Presumptuous Christian By William Wood We are warned by the Scriptures not to be Presumptuous! 1st Cost. 10:12 “Let him that thinketh he stands take heed lest he fall.” A very common cause of men thinking they can stand by their own Power and knowledge is continued worldly prosperity! Give a man wealth, let all his business ventures e greatly successful, let his Ship come in regularly, so to speak, let his barns be full & overflowing, let his land yield abundantly and his crops be sold at the right time to bring the highest price, let the weather be exactly right to produce such crops, let him be considered in his community as a successful citizen, and one who is heaping up wealth, and that man is in great danger of thinking he can stand, when all the time he has nothing at all but what God has give him!! Or let a person enjoy continued health, let him know no sickness, allow him to march thru life and live happily, let him have a buoyant spirit, with a smile on his face, always seeming to dodge the cares of life that come to his neighbors, then we say that the end of this Person may well be Presumptuous, and he will say “I stand!” King David said, “In my Prosperity I shall never be moved,” and we are not better than David, nor half as good. If God always rocked us in the Cradle of Prosperity, if we are always bounced on the knees of fortune, if we never had any losses, nor clouds to block out the Sunshine, nor bitter drops in our cups of life to drain, we might well become overcome with Pleasure & think “I understand, Why don’t the rest of you People be like me?” And the man might stand for a while , but he is every moment in danger of falling, so that he may learn where the Blessings come from! It is like a man asleep in the crows nest, high above the deck of the ship, I have been there many times, and I was well aware of the danger if I should relax my hold on the sail during a storm. So the point of the sermon is that we thank God for our afflictions, we thank Him for our times of low spirit, when we have to serve Him by faith only! We thank Him for our losses of Prosperity, for we feel that had it not happened to us, had He not “chastened us every morning and vexed us every evening.” We might have become too secure, and think we were standing, when we were about to fall. Continued well being in any area of our life is a fiery trial. “As the firing pot is for silver, and the furnace for Gold, so is a man to His (Gods) Praise!” In other words the trials of life are needed to cause us to Praise God for helping us to stay humble and trust Him through it all. Amen.
Bringing Life By Pastor Steve Ellison Jairus, a synagogue official, came to Jesus in Mark 5:22 with an unsurmountable problem. His twelve year old daughter was dying. Jesus was always compassionate. He went to the home of Jairus to help. However, Jesus was also always aware of teachable moments to train his disciples. In this case, Jesus took the opportunity to separate His inner circle from the rest of His disciples so that He could teach them a very important lesson. Jairus’ daughter died before Jesus got to her. Jesus was about to restore life to this very dead girl. We know that she was dead because of the presence of mourners, both volunteer and paid. It was customary to pay musicians and wailers to give a public demonstration of the family’s grief (Amos 5:16). In spite of Jesus speaking metaphorically about her only being asleep, there is no doubt that she was in fact dead. Some teach that Jesus brought Peter, James, and John to the home of Jairus so that they could serve as witnesses to the fact that this girl was dead. That was totally unnecessary. The paid mourners testify to that fact. Peter, James, and John were there for their education. Jesus was showing them a physical resurrection to illustrate spiritual resurrection. Jesus can raise the physically dead, imparting new life to them. More importantly, Jesus can raise the spiritually dead, imparting new and eternal life to them. In this scene (Mark 5:35-43), Jesus spoke four times. In verse 36, He gave a word of encouragement, which is a word of faith. The key is “only keep believing”. In verse 39, Jesus spoke a word of hope, declaring not that the girl was not dead, but rather that He could raise the dead as easily as we can wake the sleeping. In verse 41, Jesus spoke the word of life and power. He commanded the girl to do that which is impossible apart from His enabling power. Peter, James, and John witnessed a frantic and emotional scene. They learned many valuable lessons about what happens when Jesus is brought in faith to the spiritually dead (verses 35-43). Unbelievers will jeer and mock, treating Jesus with scorn. Those walking by sight will tell us under the guise of kindly helpfulness, that it is too late and no use to bring Jesus. Bystanders will cause distractions and they will only get louder. Jesus can and will quickly and forcefully dispense with the distractions and those who cause them. Only Jesus can speak new life into the spiritually dead. Some readers are confused about Jesus command not to tell anyone and they teach that since it was not yet time for Jesus to go the cross, He was simply keeping His fame from spreading too quickly. Certainly there is some truth to that, but I think there is a more important reason. When we bring Jesus to a spiritually dead person and He imparts life, there is no need for us to testify or witness to that. If a dead person comes to life, the new life in the formerly dead person is testimony that cannot be hidden. If the watching world cannot see the change from death to life, then life has not been imparted and this spiritually dead person is still dead in trespasses and sins. Mark notes that Jesus told them to feed the girl. When a person is born again, it is our responsibility to nourish him with Truth. This newborn will be
Sin, Suffering and the Sovereignty of God By Tom Smith Seems like the older I get, the less I understand. These past weeks have been a whirlwind that have left me feeling like a person hanging on for dear life on a runaway rollercoaster. Somehow I thought the older I got the more things would begin to slow down. Boy, was I wrong! Not only am I busier now than any other time in my life—serving as full-time wing chaplain at my Air National Guard unit and also as bi-vocational pastor at a little country church— I’m also seen more and more people grappling with “Sin, Suffering and the Sovereignty of God.” Two weeks ago I wrote a column on “Cycles and Seasons Of Life” from Ecclesiastes 3:1. In it I shared about one of our unit’s crew chiefs whose plane crashed while flying a fire detection mission for the Forestry Service. I wrote about the brevity and uncertainty of life and how we must entrust our lives to a sparrow-watching, haircounting, tear-catching God. Right on the heels of that the 10-year-old son of one of our unit members, who’d been battling cancer for seven years, died. What a blessing he was! So full of life and courage right up until the very end; yet, God chose to give him ultimate healing in Heaven instead of temporal healing here on earth. Then, this past week I visited another unit member in his 40’s, who’s never smoked, drank or chewed and ran three miles every day. But, three months ago he was diagnosed with Stage Four cancer and is now battling for his life. Doesn’t seem right that someone like him would come down with cancer, but he did. “That’s not fair,” someone cries. “You’re right,” I reply. “But, then, who said life had to be fair?” Yes, dear Reader, life’s not fair—at least by our standards; neither is it kind. But, that’s where Faith and Trust in a loving Heavenly Father come in, especially when you’re trying to make sense of things like those mentioned above. Without a doubt, one of the greatest mysteries we grapple with is that of evil and why “good people
suffer.” That’s why a lot of folks turn their back on God, organized religion, matters of Faith, etc., because none of this stuff makes sense—at least from a natural, logical perspective. But, again, that’s where we must bring our doubts, perplexities, anger, fears, etc., to God and “let God be God.” Truly, “His thoughts are not my thoughts and His ways are not my ways—for they’re much higher (deeper) than mine” (Isaiah 55:89). Even though I may not understand why I, a loved one or friend suffers, I must still entrust my life into the nail-scarred Hands of the One Who promised to “never leave me or forsake me” (Hebrews 13:5)—even Jesus, the One Who came all the way from Heaven to show us the Father’s Love. Without that as the spiritual North of my soul’s compass, I surely would throw my hands up and say “What’s the use?!?” or shake my fist at Heaven. It’s hard enough to cope with life’s hardships and heartaches with Faith; I’d certainly not want to try doing so without it because it’d be virtually unbearable. Truly, it’s my Faith in a God I cannot see. . .trusting that He will “work everything together for good in my life as I love Him and fulfill His Purpose for my life” (Romans 8:28) . . . resting in the assurance that He is with me, guiding me and has a Plan for my life (Psalm 46:1; Proverbs 3:5-6; Jeremiah 29:11). . .that enables me to go on when the easiest thing to do would be to give up and grow bitter. Here’s praying you’ll look up and cry out to the Lord right now, dear Reader, if you’re at “Wit’s End Corner,” which is at the corner of Hopelessness and Despair (Ps. 107:27). He’ll hear your cry and answer your prayer by whispering, “Trust Me. Rest in Me.” Only in so doing will you be able to still have His Hope and Peace when life’s caving in on top of you. God bless you. NOTE: If you’d like to contact Bro. Tom or receive his daily e-mail devotional, entitled “Morning Manna,” you can write him at P.O. Box 10614, Fort Smith, AR 72917 or e-mail him at pressingon@hotmail. com).
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If you’re a fisherman and are looking for some fun, a chance to win some money, and more importantly, the opportunity to aid a good cause, you need to be a part of the 17th Annual Bill SandersBo Piper Benefit Bass Tournament, Saturday, April 5 on the Arkansas River, Pine Bluff Regional Park, safe light until 3:00 PM. Platinum sponsors of this year’s event are BKD and Simmons First National Bank. Boats will launch according to their paid registration entry number. The entry fee is $110.00 per 2-person team which in-
cludes participating in the $500.00 “Big Bass Pot”. Fishermen are encouraged to register early to receive the discounted entry fee. (A $15.00 Late Fee is assessed for those that register at the ramp on the day of the tournament). Winners of the tournament will receive $2500 in cash. Top 10 places are guaranteed cash and prizes. In addition, the first seventy five teams to sign up will receive a free official tournament shirt designed and produced by Gary Sullivant, Vision Graphics. Six random drawings for $50 Cash will be given away, but in order to be eligible to win, the angler must be sporting the 2014 official Sanders – Piper Benefit Tournament shirt. Fee also includes two tickets to the King Kat Fish Fry that will be held in the Pine Bluff Regional Park Waterfront Facility immediately following the weigh-in. Beverages will be provided by Three
Rivers Distributing Co. 2002 marked the 1st year the Bass Tournament was renamed in memory of Bill Sanders and in 2008; Bo Piper was added to the Memorial event. Both Bill and Bo were avid fishermen, hunters and sportsmen and enjoyed the outdoors until their deaths. Bill was very instrumental in starting this Annual Agency Bass Tournament and always worked so hard to make it a hugely successful event and Bo always enjoyed volunteering for the event. Proceeds from this 17th Annual tournament will benefit the Area Agency on Aging and 100% of the donations remain in Southeast Arkansas. The Area Agency provides many services to the frail and elderly including Meals on Wheels. home care, transportation and senior centers. The Area Agency operates these programs throughout Southeast Arkansas in-
cluding Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Desha, Drew, Grant, Jefferson and Lincoln Counties. 100% of the proceeds will be used for services in these southeast Arkansas counties. Fishermen interested in participating in the event may register by contacting the Area Agency on Aging, at 870-543-6300 or toll free 1-800-2643260, or by e-mail to sstichert@aaasea.org or jwallace@aaasea.org. Also, anyone wishing to make a donation or to volunteer should also contact the Area Agency on Aging, 709 East 8th, Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Additional information about the Area Agency on Aging of Southeast Arkansas Services and Programs and the Bass Tournament registration and rules will be available on the Area Agency web page, www.aaasea.org.
AETN Foundation Brings Ethan Bortnick, Damian McGinty to Stuttgart for Special September Concert The Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN) Foundation is currently the exclusive outlet for tickets to “Ethan Bortnick in Concert With Damian McGinty” Sunday, Sept. 21, at 3 p.m. at the Grand Prairie Center, 2709 Highway 165 South in Stuttgart. McGinty will be live in the AETN studios Sunday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. during the broadcast of the family music special “Ethan Bortnick Live in Concert: The Power of Music.” Tickets to the Stuttgart performance will be available for donations during the broadcast. “Ethan Bortnick Live in Concert: The Power of Music” features the 12-year-old composer, pianist and entertainer Bortnick, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra, four-piece band, and the 120-member Kids Choir. Bortnick performs with passion and heart – his fingers fly across the piano keys in “Minute Waltz,” and the audience enjoys “Rock Around the Clock,” claps to the beat of “Lean On Me,” and participates in a sing-along of “Crocodile
Rock.” He’s joined by special guests McGinty of “Glee” and Celtic Thunder and Grammynominated vocalist Jane Monheit. Beyond his gifts as a consummate musician, Bortnick is a driven humanitarian. This special highlights his belief that music has a higher purpose – an ability to emotionally connect people, encourage them to help others and, ultimately, affect change in the world, as presented in his own composition “Anything is Possible.” Through his music, Bortnick has helped raise more than $30 million for children’s charities and other causes across the world. Bortnick is the youngest performer ever to headline his own international concert tour, and to date he has appeared in more than 200 concerts in the United States, Canada, Brazil, South Africa and Australia. McGinty joined Celtic Thunder at age 14 and with them completed four coast-to-coast tours of the U.S.A. and Canada, sold over 1 million CDs and DVDs and more than 400,000 concert tickets,
and performed in six “Celtic Thunder” specials for public television. McGinty left Celtic Thunder in 2011 after he entered and won “The Glee Project,” landing him a spot on the hit television show as foreign exchange student Rory Flanagan. The Sept. 21 concert will feature individual performances by both Bortnick and McGinty, as well as sets they perform together. AETN viewers will have the opportunity to reserve the best seats for this concert for a donation of $60 per ticket to the AETN Foundation. Additionally, a limited number of concert tickets with meet and greet passes will be available for a donation of $150 per ticket. Tickets may be reserved by calling 800-662-2386. The AETN Foundation exists to raise the funds necessary to support AETN’s mission of enhancing lives through trusted public television programs and educational services. The Foundation provides Arkansans opportunities to connect with the only statewide public media outlet by becoming a financial do-
nor, corporate or foundation partner, volunteer, or by other means of giving. The AETN Foundation builds relationships between AETN, donors and viewers and is committed to being a transparent and accountable steward of private financial support. The Arkansas Educational Television Network (AETN) is Arkansas’s statewide public television network that enhances lives by providing lifelong learning opportunities for people from all walks of life. AETN delivers local, award-winning productions and classic, trusted PBS programs aimed at sharing Arkansas and the world with viewers. AETN depends on the generosity of Arkansans and the State of Arkansas to continue offering quality programming. For more information, visit aetn.org, or follow the AETN blog at aetn.org/engage. AETN is broadcast on KETS (Little Rock), KEMV (Mountain View), KETG (Arkadelphia), KAFT (Fayetteville), KTEJ (Jonesboro), and KETZ (El Dorado).
Book Signing by Local Author On Saturday, March 8, author Kathryn Lee Lemonds will be signing her book Furry Blessings: A Sign From Heaven from 1-3 p.m. at DeWitt Publishing on the square. The story is about a long, complicated romance that ends in tragedy. Lee, a first time writer, was inspired to write her story when she received her “furry signs” from Heaven. Refreshments will be available.
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State Representative Deborah Ferguson (District 51West Memphis) and State Representative David Hillman (District 13-Almyra) presented a citation to alt. Consulting and Mid-South Community College on Tuesday commending the company and the college for their work on the Farm to Fuel project. In, October, alt.Consulting, an Arkansas-based nonprofit, announced the launch of Farm to Fuel, a project to commercialize small-scale biodiesel refining technology developed at Mid South Community College (MSCC) in West Memphis, AR. Farm to Fuel aims at creating small business jobs as well as energy autonomy for small rural communities like DeWitt. MSCC is in the process of constructing the microrefinery that is the keystone of the Farm to Fuel project, but that hasn’t kept alt.Consulting and the City of DeWitt from gearing up for the project. The City of DeWitt now has a truck equipped to collect waste vegetable oil and containers ready to distribute to about a dozen commercial customers this week. Recruitment is underway to add more customers as collection begins. Volunteers in the community have started recycling their used cooking oil to the
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COMMUNITY NEWS DES and GES Participate in Literacy Awareness Activity DeWitt and Gillett Elementary Schools participated in the Read the Most from Coast to Coast literacy awareness activity. Kids were allowed to read as many books as possible during the day and take Accelerated Reader tests on them. The schools also invited guest readers to read to the classes. The National Goal from Renaissance Learning-Accelerated Reader was for all students participating nationwide to take 5 million tests. At 2:00 p.m., there had been 4,112,219 AR tests taken across the nation.
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When: Thursday, March 20 • Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: DeWitt Elementary (870-946-4651) and Gillett Elementary Schools (870-548-2466) www.dewittschooldistrict.net *NEW this year: Bring your child with you. Your child will be given a quick skills checklist and then will receive a gift.
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Needed to administer ACTAAP exams across the state for 1st-8th grade students the dates of: April 1st – 2nd and April 7th- 11th. Areas of need include Batesville, Benton, Conway, Fayetteville, Forrest City, Fort Smith, Harrison, Hope, Hot Springs, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Magnolia, Mena, Mountain Home, North Little Rock, Pine Bluff, Rogers, Russellville, Searcy, Springdale, and Warren. Call (501) 664-4225 or email ajett@arva.org for more information. HELP WANTED TRUCK DRIVERS DRIVERS- Train to be a PROFESSIONAL TRUCK DRIVER through Prime's Student Driver Program. Obtain your Commercial Driver's License, then get paid while training! 1-800-2770212. www.DriveForPrime.com DRIVERS- Tango offers up to $.42 cpm to start plus home most weekends. Family Medical/Dental, 401k, Paid Vacation. CDL-A w/1 yr OTR req'd. 877-826-4605. www.DriveForTango.com.
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AgHeritage Farm Credit Services Scholarship Application Deadline March 15 In addition to the Customer Scholarship Program for children and grandchildren of AgHeritage Farm Credit Services stockholder customers, AgHeritage FCS also offers a University Scholarship. Customer Scholarship Program. Since 2001, AgHeritage Farm Credit Services has provided scholarships to
ease the burden of higher education for our customer-owners. Scholarships are awarded each year to AgHeritage FCS customer-owner’s children and grandchildren based on academic records, involvement in school related activities and extracurricular activities/work. University Scholarship Program
AgHeritage Farm Credit Services will provide a $1000 scholarship to a current college student studying agriculture at an Arkansas university or college. You do not need to be a customer of AgHeritage FCS to apply for this scholarship. Contact an AgHeritage FCS local branch office for complete eligibility,
terms and conditions, and official applications or go to www.agheritagefcs.com. The 2014 Scholarship Program deadline is March 15. If you have any questions concerning the scholarship programs, contact Sherry Williams, Senior Vice President Human Resources, at 501-210-4028
or sherry.williams@agfcs.com or Amy Lyman, Marketing Manager, at 501-210-4003 or amy.lyman@agfcs.com. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is a financial cooperative with owned and managed assets in excess of $958 million as of December 31, 2013, that provides credit and related services to more
than 3,100 farmers and ranchers in 24 Arkansas counties. Branch offices are located in Batesville, Brinkley, Dermott, Lonoke, Newport, Pocahontas, Searcy, Star City and Stuttgart.
Bumbos, Boosters and Highchairs: Oh My! Injuries from Falls on the Rise By Sam Smith, MD, Surgeon in Chief, Arkansas Children’s Hospital When my kids were growing up, a highchair was about as sophisticated as a feeding seat got! Nowadays, parents have more options, including Bumbo seats, to make feeding little ones more convenient. But with the convenience of these upgraded highchairs and alternate feeding seats comes risk. Active kids and gravity don’t always mix, so if left unattended, children can fall from these seats and sustain injuries that can be quite serious. Unfortunately, incidents of children being injured from falls from highchairs and other booster seats are on the rise; in fact, a recent study conducted by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that more than 9,400
children were treated each year during the course of their study for injuries associated with highchairs or booster seats. That’s 24 children a day being treated in emergency rooms across the U.S. for these injuries! It’s easy to think of these seats as “safety chairs”, as they often come with straps and buckles to keep children secure; however, these shouldn’t be confused with things like car seats that are anchored to your car seat and unable to be moved by the force of even a small child. The popular Bumbo Baby Seat, which is round with horseshoeshaped leg openings, was recalled in 2012 due to reports of children being injured from falling from the seats, both when they were on the floor and
when they were placed on tables or other elevated surfaces. Owners of the Bumbo seats were encouraged to contact the seat’s maker, Bumbo International, for a free repair kit that includes a seatbelt and anchors to attach the belt to the seat. If you have a Bumbo seat and are in need of the repair kit, visit http://recall.bumbousa.com for information. If you have young children, it’s also a good idea to visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website at www.cpsc.gov for updates on recent recalls. If a child falls from a highchair or booster seat, injuries can range from extremity fractures (think arm or wrist) to damage to the face, teeth or jaw, and even skull fractures. If your child has fallen and you sus-
pect the injuries may be serious, look for swelling and significant bruising; if present, they would warrant a visit to the emergency room to rule out a fracture. If your child has fallen and hit his head, watch for signs of sleepiness, nausea or vomiting, changes in alertness and uncontrollable crying that can’t be consoled after some time. If your child experiences these symptoms, visit the ER as soon as you can to have them checked out. Supervision is key to preventing your kids from falling from a highchair or booster seat. It’s no surprise that young ones enjoy trying to stand and wiggle, which can lead to falls. What else can parents do to prevent these falls? Here are some tips from the Juvenile Product
Manufacturer’s Association: • Never depend on the feeding tray to restrain or protect baby. Instead, secure the waist and crotch restraint straps. Use the restraints every time you place a child in the high chair to prevent falls from the child standing up or sliding out. • Prevent tip over by keeping the highchair far enough from the table, counter or wall so the baby can’t push off from it. • Secure the safety latch on a folding highchair each time you unfold it for use. • Never use a bouncer or booster seat on an elevated surface like countertops. • Do not use portable hook-on chairs on glass or loose tabletop, or on a table with a single pedestal, leaf, tablecloth or
placemat. • Check stability and sturdiness of table and high chair before seating a child. It’s always a sad thing to see a child in our Emergency Department with an injury that was preventable. Make sure to heed these safety tips to keep your kids safe in their seats. Sam Smith, MD, is surgeon in chief at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and a professor of Surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He writes a column each week covering a variety of kids’ medical concerns. If you have a topic you’d like him to consider addressing, email achconnect@archildrens. org.
HELP WANTED
GardenWalk of Dewitt seeks Part-time Resident Manager Responsibilities include: Leasing, maintaining, and enforcing policies The ideal candidate will have: -Clerical or Bookkeeping Experience -Must be able to work with various types of individuals -Strong organizational & communication skills Mail Resume to: Belmont Management Company Inc. Attn: Charise Alberty, PO Box 5900, Fort Smith, AR 72913 applications@belmontmgt.net • EOE
HELP WANTED Exit Bail Bond Company is looking for an agent in the DeWitt area. Must be honest, trustworthy, and dependable. If interested, please send resume to Exit Bail Bond Co, 104 W. Broadway, Morrilton, AR 72110, or e-mail to arrazorbucks@yahoo.com
DeWitt Hospital & Nursing Home 1641 S. Whitehead Drive, DeWitt, AR 72042 DHNH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Full Time Night Shift RN & LPN 6KLIW 'LIIHUHQWLDO %HQHÀWV Sign on Bonus RN - $2,000 LPN - $1,000 Contact: Sherry Oldner 870-233-2204
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RNs, LPNs & CNAs Sign on Bonuses Available New CNA Payscale Contact: Lynn O'Briant or Dana Adams 870-946-3571 ext. 2251 & 2253
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for Bayou Meto Cemetery Taking bids for 2014 Contact Tom Jacobs at 870-830-1030 for a bid sheet.
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Help Wanted Welders needed at Adams Fertilizer Equipment. Apply in person at
is accepting applications for full time positions in the warehouse/lumber yard and part time positions for in-store customer service. Job duties will vary from truck driving, forklift operation, and physical lifting as well as assisting customers. Some knowledge in building material is helpful. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance and profit sharing for full time positions. Please apply in person at 301 E. Michigan St. Stuttgart, AR 72160
1503 S. Whithead Drive The Stuttgart Housing Authority is accepting employment applications for an immediate opening for the full-time position of Housing Inspector. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Housing Inspector will conduct Low Rent and Section 8 property inspections throughout Arkansas County and will work out of both the DeWitt Office and Stuttgart Office. This position requires the skills necessary to effectively and professionally interact and communicate with clients, property owners, and other staff; the ability to read and interpret documents and manuals; the ability to effectively use computer programs; a high school diploma or GED; dependable transportation; a valid AR driver’s license; and the ability to function efficiently and effectively in a business office environment. Knowledge of, or experience in, the building trades is a plus. Job Descriptions and Application Forms may be obtained from, and returned to, either the Stuttgart Office at 413 East Michigan Street in Stuttgart or the DeWitt Office at 105 West Fourth Street in DeWitt. The Stuttgart Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer.
Bunge, a top agribusiness company with over 35,000 employees in 40 countries, is currently seeking a full time Elevator Laborer for our grain elevator in St. Charles, AR. This position will be responsible for monitoring irregularities in grain products, cleaning the grain bins and storage facilities, loading grain onto barges, collecting samples of grain, performing maintenance work, maintaining a clean, safe work environment at all times and performing other duties. This position requires working overtime, working around water and working at heights above 10 feet. Bunge offers Competitive Pay, Medical/Dental, 401K Match and many more benefits! Bunge takes pride in developing their employees and offes many opportunities to promote within their operational area. Come grow with us by applying online at www2.apply2jobs.com/bunge under Requisition # 14-1551. Applicants considered for the position will be required to successfully complete the Company’s employee selection process including the following: employment application, authorization for background check and eVerify, interview, pre-employment, post-offer medical examination. Bunge North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NO. PR2014-09 SD SUE D. BERRY, deceased Last known address of decedent: 1492 Hwy. 276, DeWitt, AR 72042 Date of death: February 11, 2014 An instrument dated the 12th day of April 2013, was on the 25th day of February 2014, admitted to probate as the last will of the above named decedent, and the undersigned has been appointed executor thereunder. A contest of the probate of the will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. This notice first published 6th day of March 2014. LLOYD M. BERRY Executor 1492 Hwy. 276 DeWitt, AR 72042 Adv. 10-2tfc
LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on August 4, 2006, Tracy S. Tucker and Edward A. Tucker, Jr. executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for America’s Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded August 9, 2006, at Book 2006, Page 7304 in the real estate records of Arkansas County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is Green Tree Servicing LLC, 7360 South Kyrene Street, Tempe, AZ 85283, (888)315-8733; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Tracy S. Tucker and Edward A. Tucker, Jr. by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is Green Tree Servicing LLC, 7360 South Kyrene Street , Tempe, AZ 85283, (888)315-8733; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Tracy S. Tucker and Edward A. Tucker, Jr. by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will, on March 12, 2014, at or about 3:45 P.M. at the Arkansas County Courthouse in Stuttgart, Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: Lot Thirty (30), Granvue Acres, an Addition to and a Subdivision of the City of Stuttgart, Northern District of Arkansas County, Arkansas. More commonly known as: 1502 Redbud Lane, Stuttgart, Arkansas 72160 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Arkansas County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE
AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CONDUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No. 58-240963 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Heather Martin-Herron (2011136) DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_ ysmith_131224_1022 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM Adv. 7-4tfc
LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on December 9, 2005, Christopher McClenny and Victoria Woodard executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Taylor, Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded December 19, 2005, at Book 2005, Page 5975 in the real estate records of Arkansas County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 350 Highland Drive, Lewisville, TX 75067, (888)480-2432; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Christopher McClenny and Victoria Woodard by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is Nationstar Mortgage LLC, 350 Highland Drive , Lewisville, TX 75067, (888)480-2432; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Christopher McClenny and Victoria Woodard by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will, on March 12, 2014, at or about 3:00 P.M. at the Arkansas County Courthouse in DeWitt, Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: Lots 7 and 8 in Block 28, Original Town, now City of Dewitt, Arkansas. More commonly known as: 201 East 1st Street, De Witt, Arkansas 72042 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Arkansas County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CON-
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DUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No. 52-239001 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Heather Martin-Herron (2011136) Agent for Mortgagee DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_gfinley_140102_ 720 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM Adv. 7-4tfc
LEGAL NOTICE MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENTION TO SELL YOU MAY LOSE YOUR PROPERTY IF YOU DO NOT TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION. IF YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD, YOU WILL REMAIN LIABLE FOR ANY DEFICIENCY WHICH THEN EXISTS AND AN ACTION FOR COLLECTION MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST YOU. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR SUCH PURPOSE. This Instrument Prepared by: WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 WHEREAS, on August 8, 2008, Mariana Arechiga executed a mortgage conveying certain property therein described to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; and WHEREAS, said mortgage was duly recorded August 8, 2008, at Book 2008, Page 5982 in the real estate records of Arkansas County, Arkansas; and WHEREAS, default has occurred in the payment of said indebtedness and the same is now, therefore, wholly due, and the holder of the debt has requested the undersigned to sell the property to satisfy said indebtedness, the party initiating this action is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Attn: Correspondence Mail, Mail Code LA4-5555/700 Kansas Lane Monroe, LA 71203, (866)550-5705; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Mariana Arechiga by Act 885 of 2011; the party initiating this action is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Attn: Correspondence Mail Mail Code LA4-5555/700 Kansas Lane, Monroe, LA 71203, (866)550-5705; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Mariana Arechiga by Act 885 of 2011; and WHEREAS, there may be tenants that claim an interest in the real property herein based upon said tenancy. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that the entire indebtedness has been declared due and payable, and that an agent of Wilson & Associates, P.L.L.C., as Attorney-in-Fact, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Attorney-in-Fact will, on March 12, 2014, at or about 3:45 P.M. at the Arkansas County Courthouse in Stuttgart, Arkansas, offer for sale certain property hereinafter described to the highest bidder for cash, free from the statutory right of redemption, homestead, dower, and all other exemptions which are expressly waived in the mortgage, said property being real estate situated in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: Lots Two (2) and Three (3) in Block F of Franzen’s Subdivision of the East Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 28, Township 2 South, Range 5 West, Northern District of Arkansas County, Arkansas. More commonly known as: 903 South Wood Street, Stuttgart, Arkansas 72160 UNLIKE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE SALES, THIS STATUTORY FORECLOSURE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE FRONT DOOR OF THE Arkansas County Courthouse OR, IF THERE IS NO AREA COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE FRONT DOOR, THEN THE SALE WILL BE HELD AT THE PLACE AT SAID VENUE WHERE FORECLOSURE SALES ARE CUSTOMARILY ADVERTISED AND CONDUCTED. This sale is subject to all matters shown on any applicable recorded plat; any unpaid taxes; any restrictive covenants, easements, or setback lines that may be applicable; any statutory rights of redemption of any governmental agency, state or federal; any prior liens or encumbrances as well as any priority created by a fixture filing; and to any matter that an accurate survey of the premises might disclose. The sale held pursuant to this Notice may be rescinded at the Attorney-in-Fact’s option at any time. The right is reserved to adjourn the day of the sale to another day, time and place certain without further publication, upon announcement at the time and place for the sale set forth above. THE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY WILL BE AUCTIONED WITH RESERVE. THE TERMS OF SALE ARE CASH THE DAY OF SALE. W&A No. 355-205248 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Courtney Miller (2008263) Agent for Mortgagee DNoticeofDefaultMortgageeAR_dmonroe_131231_ 941 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM Adv.7-4tfc
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Coach Heather Wall has been the UAM Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach for two years now and is putting their program on the map. Coach Wall was born and raised in Lakeland, Floriday, attended Florida Southern College and was a member of the golf team there for four years. During her time there, her team won the 2007 NCAA National Championship. Mrs. Wall was also a 3-Time NCAA All-American, won 3 individual tournament titles, and still hold the record for lowest scoring average in a season and lowest one day score (-6) just to name a few. After graduating in 2009, she turned professional, played the
Symetra and SunCoast Tours for two years and then decided she would try her hand at college coaching. The men’s and women’s teams at UAM are young, dedicated and full of talent. The men’s roster is made up of 8 men that come from Iceland, England, Montana, Texas, Florida and Arkansas. Four out of the five starters are sophomores and the other young man is a freshman. These men work very hard and have their eyes on a Great American Conference Championship. At the first tournament of the season, the GAC Preview, the UAM Men broke the school record in all three tournament
rounds shooting 293297-297. They were the only team in the field where nobody on the team ever shot in the 80s. At the conclusion of the fall season, the Boll Weevils were an amazing 11.56 shots better as a team than last year. As long as they stay patient and believe in themselves and in each other they will be in contention for the Conference Title. The women’s roster is made up of six young women that come from California, Texas, Florida and DeWitt’s own Lauren Johnson. Freshman Lauren Johnson led the team in the fall with the lowest scoring average, finished in the top 10 three out of four times
and broke two scoring records for lowest one day and 2 day scores. Pamela Quiatchon, a sophomore from Oxnard, California won two tournaments individually last year as a freshman and is still playing well, turning in a couple of top 10 finishes. The women’s team also improved a great deal as a team from this fall compared to last fall. They improved by 11.25 shots. They had their best finish at Henderson’s Lady Reddy Invitational in Arkadelphia. The Blossoms shattered the school record in both rounds. It was previously 350, which the women broke last year. But at this tournament, the Lady Blossoms shot
an impressive 334-324. If the women can feed on all the positives from the fall and keep trusting in the process, the scores will only get better. The ultimate goal is to win the Conference Championship. That’s why they play the game. These are very exciting times for UAM Golf. They are also in the process of adding a hitting building with a driving range and artificial putting green to campus. This will be a huge help and benefit each player’s game immensely. The golf teams are scheduled to have a Fundraiser Tournament Saturday, March 8 2014 at Oak Hills Country Club in DeWitt, Arkansas. Pro-
ceeds will go towards the on-campus hitting building and putting green. The format will be a 3 Man Scramble and will cost $65 per player and includes lunch. The tournament will also feature cash prizes, a chipping contest, closest to the pin and mulligans. The tournament will be flighted. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and play will begin at 9. Both the men’s and women’s teams will be there playing and helping. It will be a fun day of golf for all. Sign up today!!! Call Coach Heather Wall 863398-3292 or Jackie Johnson 870-946-6182 if you have any questions.
DeWitt Baseball and Softball Association’s Annual Dinner and Silent Auction The DeWitt Baseball and Softball Association is sponsoring their annual dinner and silent auction this Friday evening
beginning at 6 p.m. in the DeWitt High School cafeteria. Takeouts are available. The menu this year is catfish with all
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COMMUNITY NEWS Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame to Induct New Members The Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame will induct six individuals whose leadership and service have brought distinction to Arkansas agriculture, the state’s largest industry. The group will be honored at the 26th annual induction luncheon, 11:30 a.m., March 7 in the Ambassador Ballroom of Little Rock’s Embassy Suites Hotel. Luncheon tickets are $35 each and are available by calling (501) 228-1470 or email aghalloffame@arfb. com. The inductees are R. Marion Berry of Gillette (Arkansas County), O.H. “Doogie� Darling of Crossett (Ashley County), Leroy Isbell of England (Lonoke County), Ruben H. Johnson of Magazine (Logan County), Keith Lusby of Fayetteville (Washington County) and J. Keith Smith of Hot Springs (Garland County). R. Marion Berry, 71, former presidential adviser to President William H. Clinton and former member of The United States House of Representatives. During his time in Washington, D.C., Berry promoted agriculture worldwide. Among his greatest accomplishments, Berry served on the House Agriculture Committee during the writing of the 2002 farm bill. Former Chief of Staff Chad Causey worked closely with Berry during that time. Causey witnessed Berry’s aspirations. “In the years to come, the Cuban embargo will fade into history along with other bygone vestiges of the Cold War. When it finally happens, Marion Berry probably won’t be mentioned in that story, but he should be,� Causey said. “During his
time in Congress, Berry tirelessly championed the cause for direct cash sales of agriculture products to Cuba. It was his early effort in bringing together human rights groups and the agriculture industry that began the erosion of the embargo.� O.H. “Doogie� Darling, 85, retired forester of Georgia-Pacific Corporation. Darling has been revered as one of the most respected leaders in forestry for five decades. The former commissioner of the Arkansas Forestry Commission managed 3 million acres of Georgia-Pacific’s timberland at the peak of his career. Darling was one of the first pioneers of a landowner assistance program that provided management advice and forestry services to southern Arkansas farmers struggling to make ends meet following the Depression and World War II. Leroy Isbell, 89, owner and operator of Isbell Farms. Isbell pioneered zero grading of rice fields in Arkansas that led to tremendous water savings and many other benefits for agriculture. As a result of zero grading his rice fields and being the first to harvest Japanese rice varieties in the United States, Leroy and his son Chris were recognized as 1996 Rice Farmers of the Year by Rice Farming Magazine. In 1993, Chris was awarded the Rice Grower’s Meritorious Achievement Award. In his acceptance speech he told the audience, “It was not hard to look like a big man when you were standing on your father’s shoulders.� Ruben H. Johnson, 83, retired employee of the Uni-
versity of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. Johnson worked in a variety of capacities while in the UACES, ultimately becoming its interim director. His greatest accomplishment would come with the initiation of the Research Verification Program, a program that took research and applied it to actual farming situations through on-farm demonstrations. Keith Lusby, 66, retired professor and head of the Department of Animal Science at the University of Arkansas. Lusby was responsible for a major Animal Science Department renovation and building program where more than $10 million was raised during his 16 years as department head. His efforts increased scholarship endowments, enrollment numbers and faculty positions to the program. J. Keith Smith, the late pioneer in the development of the broiler industry in south Arkansas which presently employees 38,000 Arkansans and contributes $3.3 billion statewide. Smith was CEO of the Keith Smith Company until 1981 when he appointed his son James Keith Smith, II, as president. The mission of the Arkansas Agriculture Hall of Fame is to build public awareness of agriculture and to formally recognize and honor individuals whose selfless efforts have led to significant contributions to agriculture’s impact on the prosperity of local communities and the state. The Agriculture Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and Arkansas Farm Bureau.
Second Annual Spring Frenzy The Community Health Education Foundation invites shoppers and vendors to the second annual unique spring shopping event, 2014 Spring Frenzy Marketplace, March 14-15, at the Craighead County District Fair Expo Center. Mistletoe Madness, our fall shopping event, has become one of the most anticipated fall events in this area, said Emily Lard, Executive Director, Community Health Education Foundation. Many of our vendors, as well as, shoppers asked us to do a spring show so we decided to start Spring Frenzy Marketplace in 2013. “We have vendors from all over the mid-south and we especially like showing off all the good products that our Arkansas vendors have to offer,� said Devon Wheeler, Event Chairman. The products at this show are amazing with specialty and unique items from small businesses and vendors.� Shoppers can choose from items such as clothing, jewelry, patio and gardening, home decor, women’s gifts, purses, children’s clothing, totes, specialty foods, skincare, weight loss programs, flexible hair clips, toys, outdoor landscaping accessories and much more, said Wheeler.
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Farm Family Honored
Moving To and Through Lent by Michael P. Daniel
Lance and Donna Padgett, the 2013 South Arkansas County Farm Family of the Year, were honored with an official plaque on February 25th during the monthly meeting of the Arkansas County Farm Bureau meeting.
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“Let no one say when he is tempted, ‘I am tempted by God’; for God cannot be tempted by evil nor does He tempt anyone. But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is fully grown, brings forth death.” 1 Peter 1:13-15 As we approach the season of Lent, we should be mindful of certain realities; not least of which are those temptations we face daily. Too often we fall into a trap by which we reason that when something happens – anything – it would not have happened unless the Lord willed it to happen. This is not to say our Lord does not work in and around our lives daily, but sin presents itself at least as often and must never be confused with what is good and right and uplifting and is not always self-serving. St. Peter is clear; our Lord is not tempted by evil nor does He tempt us with evil. We can often be tested, and I will grant there is a fine line, but temptation seeks to interrupt our communion with the Lord; testing prepares us for the next Godly moments for the challenges we will surely face will be great. Like school work, tests prepare us for the next level. So it is with the season of Lent. It is an invitation to enter into a 40-day test like Jesus’ time in the wilderness before He embarked on His ministry. It is necessary that we shake off the old and begin anew each day. Let us not take this time lightly, and let us not brush it aside as unnecessary or as a “Catholic thing”. Lent is very much a Christ thing which our Lord Himself endured. And in this experience as we seek to draw closer to our Lord, let us also discover even more about ourselves; our weaknesses as well as our strengths – and in this, learn more about what the Lord would ask of us. Blessings, Michael
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Breakfast favorites • General Mills Cereal, Select Varieties, 10.9-13 oz • Post Cereal, Select Varieties, 11-14.7 oz • Kellogg’s Cereal, Select Varieties, 12.2-12.5 oz • Kellogg’s Eggo Waffles, Select Varieties, 6-10 ct • Quaker Cereal, Select Varieties, 10.3-14 oz or
6
3$ for
Instant Oatmeal, 11.5-15.1 oz
• Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Select Varieties, 5-8 ct
49 ¢
Select Varieties, 5 oz Can, Limit 12
299
With Card
With Card
Nature’s Bounty Vitamins
TRESemmé Shampoo or Conditioner
or Flex-A-Min or Sundown, Select Varieties, 30-350 ct or 2-16 oz
Select Varieties, 32 oz or Styler, 9-11 oz
79
3
With Card
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FREE
Save Up To $49.15 With Card
With Card
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Kroger Breakfast Sausage Select Varieties, 8-16 oz
2$ for
5
With Card
Yoplait Yogurt Select Varieties, 4-6 oz
2$ for
1
With Card
Pillsbury Sale Cinnamon Rolls, 5 ct Crescent Rolls, 4 ct Dinner Bread, Select Varieties, 11-13.8 oz Grands Biscuits, Select Varieties, 5 ct Grands Jr. Biscuits, Select Varieties, 10 ct
5
4$ for
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Chef Boyardee Select Varieties, 7.25-15 oz, Rice-A-Roni or Pasta Roni, 4.2-7.2 oz or Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, 7.25 oz
SALE DATE: 7 a.m. Wednesday, March 5 thru Midnight Tuesday, March 11, 2014 Prices and Items are effective at your Dewitt, AR Kroger stores. NONE SOLD TO DEALERS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES AND CORRECT PRINTED ERRORS. COPYRIGHT 2014. KROGER DELTA MARKETING AREA. KROGER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP I. Visit this ad online
10$ for
10
With Card
Gorton’s or Mrs. Paul’s Fish Sticks or Fillets, Select Varieties, 18-24.6 oz
399 With Card