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Thursday, March 26, 2015

First Christian Church of DeWitt Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary

BLOOD DRIVE

There will be a Blood Drive April 1st from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas, 2807 Highway 165 S in Stuttgart.

CHICKEN LITTLE & LITTLE RED HEN COMING TO GILLETT

Chicken Little & Little Red Hen are coming to Gillett on April 22nd at 1:30 at the Gillett Elementary School Auditorium.

ANNUAL CEMETERY MEETING

Forks of LaGrue Cemetery Association will have their annual cemetery meeting on Monday, April 6 at 7:00pm at R.D. Edwards home, 1120 Hwy 130 W., DeWitt, AR 72042. Please address donations to Kay Burtram, 504 S. Washington, DeWitt.

ST. CHARLES ALLSCHOOL ALUMNI REUNION

The St. Charles All-School Alumni Reunion is being planned for June 20th beginning at 10am at Popa Duck Lodge in St. Charles.

For more information contact Debbie Hutchcraft Mohnkern @ 479-461-9936 or Lucille Dumond @ 282-3390. Bring your lawn chairs.

FIRST BAPTIST EASTER CANTATA

The Faith Baptist Church Choir will hold an Easter Cantata Sunday, April 5th. Two special services will be held at 8:30am and again at 11am. Faith Baptist is located at 725 McAdams Road in DeWitt. Everyone is invited to celebrate Christ’s resurrection with us Easter morning at Faith Baptist Church.

Original church building in 1914

Sunday, March 1, 2015, the First Christian Church of DeWitt celebrated its 100th year anniversary with worship and celebration. The morning kick-off began with meet and greet over coffee and donuts. All visitors were able to view the multiple storyboards and tables full of past photos and newspaper clippings. Friends and family came as far from Wisconsin for the event. Over 125 were in attendance which included several past ministers of the congregation. Of those ministers who participated in the following main service were Bob James of Murfreesboro, Arkansas, Max Goins of Van Buren, Arkansas, and Gary Morning of Brownstown, Indiana. Tom Bowlby, who is

the current minister from the First Christian Church of Dumas, Arkansas and a Timothy of the Christian Church of DeWitt, delivered the morning message. Barry Cooper of Almyra, Arkansas brought special music in song. Directly after the anniversary service all friends and family took part in a time of fellowship and home-cooked meal.

Near the end of the meal several individuals shared memories of the past 100 years. Folks gathered to visit and many stayed as long as two hours after the events were completed. The ladies of the church have organized a 100th anniversary cookbook which is available for $15 each. In this cookbook are the names of those who have submitted

recipes over the past 100 years. Current minister, Brother Nathan Martin shares these words in response to this anniversary event, “This celebration recognized the past service of individuals who believed in something greater than themselves. They believed in a love for God, family, friends, and community. Sharing the message about a Savior can be difficult at times especially in a world at the brink of an unknown future for our children. This anniversary gathering was to remind us of a legacy that has been passed down to us from the very beginning; Love God and love people.”

ARC/PLC ELECTION DEADLINE

The final day for farm owners and producers to choose ARC or PLC coverage is March 31, 2015.

A program choice of ARC or PLC coverage must be made by March 31, or there will be no 2014 payments for the farm and the farm will default to PLC coverage through the 2018 crop year. The online tools, available at http:// www.fsa.usda.gov, allow producers to explore projections on how ARC or PLC coverage will affect their operation under possible future scenarios.

To learn more, farmers can contact their local Farm Service Agency county office.

Sanctuary at 100th Anniversary

Storyboards set up at the anniversary service

Anniversary dinner

CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH

Annual Pork Loin Sale April 4th from 11am - 1pm Pick up will be at the FUMC in DeWitt

Tickets are $25 each • For tickets, please call 870.344.1971 Or you may contact: Stephanie Nobles, Terri Patton, Tiffany Powell or Cathy Konency

There will also be a Sweet Shop on site. Come purchase those last minute sweets for Easter dinner!

As always, money stays with your local CASA Program. We thank you for your continued support.

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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 first Monday of February, April, June, August, October, and December 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 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 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 PCCUA Community Room.

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 Bull Pen. 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.

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.

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 Arkansas County Health Dept. 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.

BBQ Fundraiser at Farmers & Merchants

By Shelly Faulkner

EEO AA Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled

NOTICE

DeWitt Municipal Waterworks will be flushing fire hydrants beginning Monday, April 6, 2015 and will be completed in about a week.

Annual flushing of the hydrants is necessary to provide better quality water and fire protection. Customers may experience fluctuations in pressure and/or discoloration of their water during flushing.

If you experience discolered water, run your cold water tap until it clears. During periods of discoloration, postpone washing clothes and limit your use of hot water until the cold water clears.

Davis Barnett, Reece Barnett and Caleb Neal helping with drive-thru

Barry Barnett delivers food to a customer’s car

Thanks for your patience,

Allen Chapman, Manager DeWitt Municipal Waterworks

Barry Barnett helps Caleb Neal deliver the food

Farmers and Merchants Bank in DeWitt held their 4th annual Corky’s BBQ drive-thru fundraiser Monday, March 23rd. The fundraiser is held to raise money for the banks holiday baskets they give out during the year.

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LOCAL NEWS

Community Obituary Briefs Daphne Sowrheaver

By Ora London

Thank God for spring! Now that the spring showers and the blooming flowers have arrived, we are all getting excited for fun times and excitement for our children. The beauty of spring is sprouting. What a joyful time we had today worshipping and praising the Lord all on one accord. I would again like to thank sister Ruth, sister Darlene, sister Nikki and all that helped prepare refreshments for the children and others. Sunday was youth Sunday where the children sang, praised, and danced and whatever they chose to do. Bring your children out and let them feel free to use their gifted talents. A special thanks to our First Lady who has worked so hard in all areas in the church where she feels like she is needed. Her jobs were well done. We are bringing in new songs to our choir and all that would like to join the choir, adult or youth, are to see sister Deneise Duncan, Choir Director or sister Debbie Parker, Assistant Director.

Sick: Gene Joyner, Mary Jane Wright, Karen Duncan, Calvin Gene London, Eugene Johnson Lula London Brown Birthdays: Mrs.Verbenia Tolbert, Theresa Johnson, and Kelvin Bronson Let’s all Pray for the Jr. Slater family and families for their loss. I have no funeral arrangements at this time.

Prayers for Cora Joyner, Roy Wright, Mattie Woods, and Zola and Edward Woods. Prayers for the Jamison family, Clark family, Harris family, Smith family and all others. We are all in need of prayer whether we’re right or wrong in areas of our everyday lives.

Our children need much prayer while out on spring break. Great time to get baptized on youth Sunday: Matos Young, the son of Lagina Young.

Announcements: On March 29th, 2015 Arkansas County District Association will be held at First Missionary Baptist at 312 North May St. Dewitt, Arkansas at 3’oclock pm. with Edward Parker, Pastor.

Boys and Girls club meeting every 1st Monday of each month at 6 o’clock at Nichols Chapels AME Church.

Pastor Odessa Cash Chairperson.

Dewitt City Council Meeting is every 2nd Monday at 6’oclock.

On each 4th Sunday of the month is youth day to perform their gifted talents. All youth are invited to attend.

Our out of town guest is Karen Woods from Oklahoma visiting with her granny Mattie Woods and many other relatives and friends.

Easter Sunday is right up on us. Get your frocks and frills ready for Easter Sunday.

On the weekend of the 3rd of April, that Friday we will be preparing for a memorial for Courtney. His birthday is Saturday, April 4th. Hopefully his father, Lewis, and his double headstone will be here to put at their gravesites on his birthday. He will be 33 years old and we will release 33 balloons on that day (maybe more if anyone else desires to).

Scripture: Revelation chp.10 1vs. And I saw another mighty angel come down from heaven, clothed with a cloud, and a rainbow was upon his head, and his face was as it were. The sun, and his feet as pillows of fire: vs. 2 and he had in his hand a little book open: and he set his right foot upon the sea, and his left foot on the earth, vs.3 and cried with a loud voice, as when a loin roareth, and when he had cried seven thunders uttered their voices.

Obituary Carroll Edwards

Daphne Lynn Edwards Sowrheaver, age 57, of Gillett died Sunday, March 22, 2015. She was born November 15, 1957 in DeWitt to Harvey Winslow and Virginia Ann Burns Edwards who preceded her in death. Also preceding her were her fatherin-law, Franks Sowrheaver and brother-in-law, Barry Sowrheaver. Survivors include her children: Staphnie Conway (Scott) of Vilonia, J. K. Sowrheaver of Gillett, Stacy Kagebein of England; brothers: Harvey Edwards of Stuttgart, Homer Edwards of Greenbrier; sisters: Marcia Beard and Rita Edwards both of Conway; grandchildren: Hannah Conway, Gage and Paige Sowrheaver, Daniel, Josh and Noah Kagebein. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 26th at Grace Church in Gillett with burial at Gillett Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home, DeWitt. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.

Obituary Gracie Ross Gracie Lee Kidd West Ross, 82, of DeWitt died March 17, 2015. She was born on September 15, 1932, in Crocketts Bluff to George and Rachel Knott Kidd. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, L.E. Ross; brothers and sisters Bill Kidd, George Kidd, Early Kidd, Ed Kidd, Lillie Duncan, Faye Chism, Zeke Kidd, and Danny Kidd.

Gracie is survived by her children Peggy Dean (Max) of St. Charles, Rocky West of DeWitt, Eddie West (Donna) of St. Charles, and Raymond West (Donna) of Rodgersville, AL; seven grandchildren Tammy Rieves (Josh), April West, Krystal George (Jeff ), Scott West, Stephen West, Jonathan Moore, and Shana Moore; nine great grandchildren; two sisters Dimple Christie of Mississippi and Minnie Miller of Kentucky; and her extended family Laveda, Sandy, Dorothy, Sheila, and Denise.

Funeral services were March 20 at Essex Funeral Home with burial in Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens by Essex Funeral Home.Â

Obituary Ruby Watson

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90 Year Birthday Celebration will be held on

Saturday, March 28th for Calvin Leon Shook from 2 to 4pm at the Casscoe Community Center No gifts requested. Everyone is welcome!

Ferguson Rural Health Clinic Dr. Ralph Maxwell & Suzette Boyd, APN

Open Mon. - Thurs. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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April 2 ONE DAY, ONE EASY WAY TO GIVE Donate online to your favorite local charity at ArkansasGives.org from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 2. You can help nonproďŹ ts earn bonus dollars and prizes from Arkansas Community Foundation.

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Ruby Jane Isom Watson, 91, died March 20, 2015.

She was born on November 19, 1923, in Stuttgart to James “Buck� and Rosie Kittler Isom.

She was a homemaker and a devoted babysitter to A R K A N S A S C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N many children. She spoiled all of the children that > 4HYROHT :\P[L ‹ 3P[[SL 9VJR (YRHUZHZ ‹ arcf@arcf.org she kept and loved them like her own. Ruby Jane 501-372-1116 or 888-220-2723 was the last living charter member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John William Watson; son William Ray Watson; siblings Henry Isom, Carlena White, and Leonard Isom; and granddaughter Wanda Malone.

Survivors include her daughters Dorothy Campbell (Buck) and Breda Snyder (Lloyd) both of 48 Years Family Owned and Operated DeWitt; five grandchildren Judith Thompson, Richard Snyder, Karen Watts, John Watson, and Laura Huffman; nine great grandchildren Kendall Bowie, Drake Snyder, Sydney LaCotts, Janie Thompson, Cole Jones, Sara Thompson, Jessie 39 mo.Watts, 10,000 mile smart lease. MSRP $34,210, Residual $19,157.60. security deposit. Current State, County, City Taxes included. Property taxes not included. W.A.C. See dealer for details. Offer ends 1-2-15.

Snyder, Brian and Ben Watts; two$0 great great grandchildren Keegan and Owen Bowie; and two sisters Mary Lillian Childers of DeWitt and Rose Rose of Brinkley.

C r r ent S Visitation will beu 5:00-7:00 Sunday, March 22 at Essex Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 2:00 New 2015 Cadillac SRX March 23 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church $ $ with burial in Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens by mo. down Essex Funeral Home.

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Saved at an early age, Carroll G. Edwards, age 70, went to be with The Lord of Sunday, March 22, 2015. A faithful father, devoted husband, quiet leader and strong Christian, Carroll lived life as an example of the osit. verse, Proverbs 22:11 “A Good Name Is More Desired Than Great Riches.�

Carroll was preceded in Taxes Included Disclosure: 39 month 10,000 miles per year Smartlease, MSRP $47,535 Parker death by his father and Courtesy Car, residual $ 26,509.55. Current Arkansas State, County and City Tax included, property tax not included. See dealer for details, W.A.C. mother, Castle G. and Offer ends 3/31/2015.

Lottie M. Edwards; and brothers, Athelone Ed1700 N. Shackleford Rd. | Little Rock, AR wards, Wayne Edwards and Shelby Edwards.

501-224-2400 | Parker-Cadillac.com He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Linda Newkirk Edwards, children; Tanya L. Donaldson, 39 mo. 10,000 mile smartleast. MSRP $34,210 residual $19,157.60. Current Arkansas State, County, City Taxes included. $0 Down, w.a.c.. See Dealer for Details. Offer ends 1/5/2015.

Phillip C. Edwards and Terri L. Buell, and his two greatest assets, grandchildren Sarah C. Donaldson and Spencer C. Donaldson. He is also survived by sisters, Elizabeth Elrod and Shirley Fread, brotherCarolyn Sue Dickson Whiting Carter, of Hazen, be prepared with in-law, John Newkirk; and sister-in-laws, Fanelle Arkansas passed away, March 15, 2015. Carolyn McGee, Clytine Edwards, Lillian Edwards and Tornado Storm Shelters was born September 10, 1939 to Ray and Lois Debbie Newkirk.  Dickson of DeWitt, Arkansas.

Steel Safe Rooms, Funeral was held Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at 2:30 Carolyn was a christian woman know for her & Above/Below p.m. at First Baptist Church in Stuttgart. Visitation smile and love for God, her family and friends. ent G Gr ou und Shelters She heltle Ground was held prior to the funeral from 1-2 p.m.Arkansas Carolyn was a member of the Ruth Barrett Fox In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Club, served on the Hazen City Council, a RazorStorm Shelter Give Away!

Baptist Church Scholarship Fund, 2115 South back fan, and a faithful member of the Hazen First Prairie, Stuttgart, Ark. 72160. Enter NOW to win a free storm shelter, Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school, email your name and contact information to Please go to www.turpin-co.com to sign the online sang in the choir and was on several committees. bagwell6pack1@yahoo.com. guestbook.

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FAITH & RELIGION

Love Without Hypocrisy

By Pastor Steve Ellison Paul spent the first eleven chapters explaining the greatness of Christ in relation to the totality of our salvation. Christ’s great work on the cross justified us. Christ living in us brings about our sanctification. We will one day be glorified in and by Christ.  Romans 12 begins with the word “therefore� telling us that because of the greatness of the person and work of Christ in saving us, we ought to present ourselves as a living sacrifice to God by being ever increasingly conformed to the image of Christ. Romans 12:913 is a paragraph that describes the love Christians ought to have for one another, “Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.

Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor;  not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;  rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer,  contributing to the needs of the saints, practicing hospitality.� (NASU) It seems to me that the main point of this paragraph is “love without hypocrisy� and the rest of the paragraph

is a practical explanation of what that looks like.  If we fail to “abhor what is evil and cling to what is good�, we have not loved or we have loved with hypocrisy. We do not get to decide what is evil and what is good. God alone has that prerogative. If we fail to hate evil (that which God hates), then we do not truly love. Many Christians are familiar with the biblical statement that “the beginning of wisdom is the fear of the Lord�. However, many are not familiar with Proverbs 8:13, “The fear of the Lord is to hate evil.� (NASU) So, hating evil can be legitimately called the beginning of wisdom. Psalm 97:10 states, “Hate evil, you who love the Lord.� (NASU) Psalm 119:104, 128, and 163 all indicate that the person who loves God’s law will hate every false way. Hebrews 1:9 says that Jesus hates lawlessness. In Revelation 2:6 Jesus praises the church at Ephesus because they hate the same thing that He does.

First Peter 3:10-11 quotes from Psalm 34, “The one who desires life, to love and see good days, must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.

A Thought

By Michael P. Daniel “Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in Heaven. Your faithfulness endures to all generations; You established the earth, and it abides.� Psalm 119:89-90 NKJV I saw a thing making its rounds on Facebook recently which stated, “The Bible does not need to be rewritten; it needs to be reread.� What comes immediately to mind are those editors who would strive for gender-neutral and more fully-inclusive language – and

our own lives in accordance with what is written for our well-being. We have become a little too independent for our own good. The damage is not strictly what we are doing to ourselves in our pride or willful ignorance; it is the lasting damage we do to our children, our grandchildren, and our unbelieving neighbors when they hear us claim the Christian faith but watch us distort (or edit) what is actually written and “settled in Heaven�.

yet many of these would still, strictly from memory and with no real thought, lift up “Our Father who art in Heaven ‌â€? Some of these same self-declared editors would quote Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Wesley, St. Augustine, and many others verbatim but will also insist upon editing what is written in the Scriptures so as to make what is written in and for the ages somehow “less offensiveâ€?.

Yet these editors are not the only ones who distort what is written. The Christians who claim to love Jesus but are willfully ignorant of what is written in the Gospels about our Lord do a grave disservice to what is written for us to know, and betray what has been handed down through the ages for the good of the Church – the whole body of believers. These are the ones who do not “seek� at all, choosing instead to make it up according to what makes sense to them in any given circumstances.

The stink of this, however, is that most of us are guilty to one degree or another of trying to edit the Scriptures to fit our own lives rather than to adjust

Jesus says, “He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters� (Luke 11:23). Jesus, speaking as the “Word which became flesh and dwelt among us� is teaching in accordance to the same Word which “is settled in Heaven�. Yet we dare to suggest we can somehow make the Eternal Word more relevant today by denying 2000 years of sound doctrine. It is little wonder we watch the TV news with horror and disgust while lamenting a “lost generation�!  Jesus assures His followers that if we will “seek, we shall find�. If we do not bother to seek, however, we will find nothing. Without Christ we already have nothing – there is no need to look for more of “nothing� in a world that does not know The Word. Let us diligently search together for that which “is settled in Heaven� and will “endure to all generations�. The Bible has not become outdated or irrelevant to our time and generation; we’ve just become a little too big for our spiritual britches!

Blessings, Michael

The Lutheran Churches of South Arkansas County Invite You To Worship:

St. Luke Lutheran St. Paul Lutheran Church Church 903 E. 2nd St.-DeWitt Corner of 2nd & RoseGillett 548-2554 946-2312 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.

10:45 a.m.

Where Jesus Christ Is Always Present In Word and Sacrament Pastor Chad Philipp Bro. Dennis Ingle Pastor Jason Burke Assc. Pastor/ Youth Minister Perry Simpson Music

DeWitt Era Enterprise P.O. Box 678 • 140 Court Square DeWitt, AR 72042 870-946-3933 (DWEE) www.dewitt-ee.com Gillett-Tichnor Community Choir Presents

“Rise Again�

Schedule of Services Sunday School...................9:45 A.M.

A Celebration of the Resurrection of Christ

Morning Worship..............10:45 A.M.

Directed by Mrs. Karen Place

Evening Service..................6:00 P.M. Adult Bible Study Tues.......6:00 P.M. Teen Bible Study Wed........6:00 P.M. AWANA Wed..................6:00 P.M.

Unity Missionary Baptist Church 4th & Harrison, DeWitt, AR (870) 946-1390

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11 He must turn away from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it. 12 For the eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous, and his ears attend to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.� (NASU) Certainly there is evil outside of ourselves that we are called to oppose. And if we do not oppose evil, then we are not loving without hypocrisy. Just as certainly, there is evil within our own selves that we must hate as well.  First Peter 3:10 states very plainly that the one who desires to love must keep his tongue from evil and deceit. Verse 11 goes on to say that the one who desires to love must turn away from evil and do good. Surely that can mean that we should not do the evil that others are doing and rather do good. It also can mean that we ought to turn from the evil that was in our own heart to do and rather do good.  If you need any additional motivation, verse 12 declares that God listens to the one who is righteous but the face of the Lord is against the one who does evil. pastorsteve8800@gmail.com

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The Blood Tag

By William Wood

We have stated before how our Lord Jesus taught in Parables. He told stories about things in the natural world that was meant to point out Spiritual truths.

Born again Christians understand the Scriptures better after hearing His Parables.

I would like to tell such a story that might help some to understand that God given Salvation is not based on your membership in any given church, or denomination. Having lived out West for 18 years I was aware of a grazing program that the State of New Mexico had, that helped the ranchers who raised cattle. Large areas of state owned land was fenced and set aside, to be used by ranchers to graze their herds on.

Some of these areas consisted of thousands of acres.

But there was only one rule that had to be strictly abided by. Every animal that was admitted had to have a blood tag in the ear proving in its ear, proving that it was a through bred Herford.

These areas had gates through which the cattle had to enter, and at each gate there was a Ranger sitting on his horse, checking every cow that went in.

All the animals that came had a brand on its hip. This had been applied with a red hot branding iron that burned a Bar X (- X) or whatever brand the Rancher had chosen to mark his cattle!

But the Ranger paid no attention to the brand on the cow’s hip, rather he checked each one to see if it had a blood tag in its ear; this was proof that it was a Herford. If it were not there the animal was turned aside, and not allowed.

What a perfect type this is of what is to happen soon at the Gate that guards the kingdom of Heaven. There will be a guardian angel there, and he will be checking to see who has the Blood of Christ over the doorpost of his heart!

He will not be watching for brand names, Methodist, Baptist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Church of Christ, Pentecostals, or any other brand will not be noticed.

But if the Blood tag is over the heart it will be said to those, “Enter into the joys of The Lord, well done thou good and faithful servant.�

But how sad and pitiful it will be for those who trusted in church membership, and that’s all they had.

The most important question on earth, that needs to be asked, and then answered, is how do I get that Blood tag on the doorpost of my heart?

In Acts 2:37-39 Peter gives the answer to our question! “Repent, and be baptized every one of you in The Name of Jesus Christ - - - - - - - - and you shall receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost.� There is only one way, and this is it! You must be born again!

There are no white black birds, no drink sober man, and no half-way Christians! We are either in or out of God’s Kingdom, and “Whosoever will, let him come.�

Rev. 22:17 Amen

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DeWitt Chamber of Commerce DeWitt School Meets Menu

By Terrye Seamon

The DeWitt Chamber of Commerce met for their monthly meeting March 19 at the PCCUA DeWitt campus. The luncheon was sponsored by Patillo Center School.

Carolyn Turner, vice chancellor of the PCCUA DeWitt campus briefed everyone on several upcoming events hosted by the DeWitt campus this spring. Concerning finances, Turner mentioned that the numbers are not promising due to low spring enrollment numbers and the increase in insurance for employees. Turner said, “We are looking at [being down] $500,000, which is not good.”

Chamber President and DeWitt City Hospital and Nursing Home Administrator Darren Caldwell then updated chamber members on recent improvements at the hospital such as the installation of a new call light system and new Xray equipment. The call light system at the hospital, Caldwell said, should be finished this week and then installation will begin at the nursing home and should take approximately three weeks to finish.

“As of Monday we have replaced our X-ray equipment that we have had for about 10 years,” Caldwell said. The unit is completely digital, and once it takes an X-ray, the picture is available for the physician to view almost immediately.

Caldwell explained that the hospital was able to fund the new equipment due to a grant that covered

Sponsored by about a third of the cost. “We are really excited about the upgrades we have been able to make,” Caldwell told those in attendance.

Caldwell then described some efforts and improvements made recently by the hospital auxiliary.

Through fundraising efforts, the auxiliary funded a new stained glass shadow box in the hospital chapel, which has been relocated to Room 103.

Caldwell said the auxiliary also has plans to implement a Junior Auxiliary program. Members of the Junior Auxiliary will help with activities at the nursing home.

Since colleges are looking for wellrounded students in addition to GPA’s, Caldwell said this program will give youth volunteers community experience they can include on college applications. Any youth interested in volunteering can contact Caldwell or any member of the auxiliary.

Caldwell announced that the 7th annual blood drive at the hospital is scheduled for April 21. Every year the hospital sets a goal of collecting 100 units of blood, and they have exceeded this goal every year but one since the drive started. Last year Caldwell said that not only did they meet and exceed their 100 unit goal, but they set an all-time record of collecting 129 units. “Even by Red Cross’s standards, for our size community, they cannot believe we generate as many units at these drives that we

do,” Caldwell said.

Briefing chamber members on the new community visioning plan, Mayor Ralph Relyea informed everyone of the recent action plans developed concerning the DeWitt City Park and tourism. “We are trying to get the park back up in top-notch shape,” the mayor said.

He also said that there are plans in the works for the DeWitt to host a fall fest in the fall of 2015.

Tami Hornbeck, acting director of DeWitt Pride, reported to the chamber that the group is looking at restructuring some of its positions and the goals of the organization as well as aligning some of their projects with the new community visioning plan. She also mentioned plans of a joint effort between the DeWitt Chamber of Commerce, the City of DeWitt and DeWitt Pride to possibly hire someone who would serve as DeWitt’s tourism and visitor center director as well as maintain the city’s website and communication media. “It’s all about DeWitt,” Hornbeck said.

DeWitt Chamber Treasurer Gena Jennings reported that the balance in the general fund is $1,548.69.

Other funds and balances include Christmas on the Square Checking ($3,008.62), Christmas on the Square Lights ($325.42), Christmas on the Square Savings ($10,859.41) and the Gazebo Fund Savings (5,169.88).

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ue menu at fast food restaurants, or choosing a small size sandwich or soft drink. Mr. Grantham held a drawing and gave away DBT piggy banks to five 4-H’ers to conclude his program.

Attention was then turned to Easter eggs and candy as the group filled 30 dozen eggs to be donated to the Community Egg Hunt scheduled for April 4 at the DeWitt City Park. Destiny and Emily returned during the meeting from their trip to Little Rock participat-

ing in 4-H Day at the State Capitol.

They reported on their experiences and getting to tour the Capitol.

President Kaid conducted the 4-H Order of Business session with 17 youth in attendance. The minutes were read and roll call led by Secretary Jack. The treasurers report was given by Jacob, and pledges led by Sara and Jaylen.

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Funding is available to support customized employment efforts that would promote employment opportunities and trainings and transition plans for individuals with ID/DD including vocational environment job coaches and documentation of transition planning from the beginning of the process to the end for future replication; to develop relationships with members of the business community. Funding up to $30,000.00 is available to fund project (s) over a one year period of time contingent on the availability of funds.

Funding is available to promote the education and awareness of guardians, parents, other caregivers and families to ensure that they have access to educational choices for individuals with ID/DD. Choices include the awareness of options in educational settings; agency programs and other education related opportunities and programs. Funding up to $25,000.00 is available to fund project (s) over a one year period of time, contingent on the availability of funds.

Funding is available to promote trainings for inclusive education in schools statewide, especially in rural areas; to encourage Positive Behavior Support training in schools; support data collection of the adult service system to identify gaps in the system, identify needs of emerging adults; and/or to support the development of an action plan to promote individualized transition from high school to adulthood; including the advocacy of systems change when needed. Funding up to $25,000.00 is available to fund project (s) over a one year period of time, contingent on the availability of funds.

Applicants must complete and submit a detailed application. Funding is awarded annually on a matching basis for up to three (3) years, unless otherwise stipulated, and based on successful completion of yearly goals and objectives that are documented to be in compliance with DDC policies governing sub-grantee activities.

Proposals must be submitted in accordance with the Request for Proposal and include a completed application packet.

Completed applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2015.

The Council reserves the right to reject any or all proposals based on the availability of federal funds, failure to submit a complete application, quality of the application and/or non-compliance with DDC policies. Fax and email transmissions ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE and applications received AFTER the closing time and date will not be accepted.

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DMS Student Council officers Emma Bullock, Kinsey Everett, Ashtyn Beck and Harley Bishop and the new telescope

Socrates said, “Man must rise above the Earth – to the top of the atmosphere and beyond – for only thus will he fully understand the world in which he lives.” And now DeWitt Middle School students have one more resource in which to do exactly that.

The DeWitt PTA and DeWitt Middle School Student Council recently purchased a new telescope for the DeWitt Middle School science department. DeWitt Middle School Student Council Co-Sponsor Clay Dollar said, “The new telescope will allow students to view many new objects from the

night sky that could not be viewed with the previous equipment.” He said it will also allow students who cannot attend nighttime activities hosted at the school to view the images the next day. The telescope will be able to interface with a laptop to locate and track images as well as digitally record and photograph the objects viewed.

Dollar said the telescope will also be available for other schools in the DeWitt School District to use as well. Although it will be housed at DeWitt Middle School, DeWitt Elementary and DeWitt High School will have access to it.

“We purchased this telescope with the intent of sharing it throughout our entire district,” Dollar said.

Eighth-grade science teacher Jerome Wilson is currently in the process of familiarizing himself with the new telescope and its software. “I hope to have the telescope up and running over spring break,” Wilson said.

Not only does DMS have something that the entire district can be proud of, but the excitement of the teachers and students alike can hardly be contained. Eighth-grader Cheyenne Cox said, “It will be hands on, and we can learn better from it because we will be able to see it in real life instead of just in books.”

Seventh-grade science teacher Daniel White said, “With the movement of the curriculum toward the Common Core, the use of the telescope will complement the learning that is taking place.”

This spring DMS plans to host a nighttime viewing of the sky. Wilson said that he and Dollar are looking at dates in April and May for a nighttime observation involving all DMS students. “Watch the school website and the DeWitt Era-Enterprise for information about the event,” Dollar said.

“DMS would like to say thank you to the DeWitt PTA for the willingness to partner with the DMS Student Council to make this a reality. The teachers and administration are very proud of the student council members for spending their hard-earned money on a project that will benefit their education and the education of many future generations,” Dollar said.

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A “Baked Potato Bash” sponsored by the Arkansas County Single Parent Scholarship board to raise money for Arkansas County students was held March 12 in DeWitt. The “Strong Women” exercise group who meet on the DeWitt Campus provided desserts and assistance with the project. Strong Women assisting are Barbara Hornbeck, Joan McFerrin, Betty Archer and Frankie Long. Scholarship recipient Chantel Poore helped box the lunches. PCCUA employees directly involved: Nia Rieves, April Herring, Theresa Dupuy, Kena Henderson, Susan Luebke, Mickey Johnson, Julius Johnson, and Randy VanCamp. Robbie Fread and a crew from the Arkansas County Detention Center were generous by washing, wrapping, and baking the 2 lb. potatoes (500 of them). The state Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund will match the proceeds of this fundraiser by 150% to allow the Arkansas County Board to award more scholarships.

Bradford Graduates Basic Training Air Force Airman Taylor M. Bradford graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core

values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

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M. Bradford of Stuttgart, Ark., and Brent T. London of Dewitt, Ark., and granddaughter of Sherry A. Hobbs of Dewitt, Ark. She graduated in 2014 from Dewitt High School, Dewitt, Ark.

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Visioning Plan Action Group Meets

By Terrye Seamon The Visioning Plan Action Group met March 16 at the PCCUA DeWitt campus. The purpose of the group is to foster and promote the development, economical growth and beautification of DeWitt.

Concerning the city’s potential for growth and development, Mayor Ralph Relyea said, “We’ve got some of the best kept secrets here.�

Although only seven people were in attendance, the group forged ahead and developed two subcommittees and two action plans concerning tourism and park improvement and development. The original meeting, which was planned for February 23, was rescheduled due to inclement weather and may have been the reason for the low attendance.

Since lodging is an integral part of tourism, a hospitality subcommittee was formed with Karen and Dean Watts as chairmen. The subcommittee will start developing a specific plan for how the lodging aspect of the project will operate. The committee will also start contacting various lodges around the county to determine interest. Possible employment opportunities such as cleaning and catering services for individuals interested in providing these

services were also discussed. “Demand may cause it to develop...This visioning plan may be a “Kickoff for a lot of things,� said the mayor.

The Parks Improvement and Development subcommittee will work side-byside with DeWitt’s newly formed park commission under the leadership of Robert Criswell and Mayor Ralph Relyea. The group decided that the first step the subcommittee will need to focus on is possible park improvements, such as updating playground equipment and renovating the walking trail, as well as fundraising ideas for the city’s park.

The next step will be for the members of the two subcommittees to meet individually and start initiating their action plans. Members of both committees will then come back together at a later date to brief the entire Visioning Plan Action Group on the progress made in each area.

Anyone interested in becoming a part of the visioning groups or volunteering can contact either Mayor Ralph Relyea at dewittmayor@centurytel.net or Tami Hornbeck at tami.hornbeck@ communitiesU.org or Karen Watts at kleawatts@hotmail.com for more information.

StrongWomen Program Leaders Get Motivated

By LaTaaka Harvey, County Extension Agent - Family & Consumer Sciences

Dr. LaVona Traywick, Extension Gerontology Specialist, discusses changes to the StrongWomen with program leaders. Shown seated left to right around the table: Sharon McElroy, Shirley Fread, Frankie Long, Barbara Jones, Donna Hoskyn, Marie Duke, LaTaaka Harvey, Jody Wood (hidden behind Harvey), Rose Ella Smith, Janice Mainer and Becky Stubblefield

StrongWomen program leaders in Arkansas County met to discuss changes to the program that will make the classes even more beneficial to participants.

Dr. LaVona Traywick, Extension Gerontology Specialist, shared information on the new “Extension Get Fit� health and fitness program that is sponsored by the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.

Arkansas County currently has eight StrongWomen classes that meet throughout the county 2-3 times each week. Participants have reported increased mobility and strength as a result of their participation in the classes.

Exercise routines incorporate the use of hand and ankle weights, stretch bands, exercise balls, and medicine balls to increase strength, bone density, balance, and boost energy levels which in turn make you look and feel better!

The current Strong Women Class schedule for Arkansas County is as follows: Phillips Community College, DeWitt, Tuesday/Thursday - 8:00 a.m.; DeWitt Community Center – Tuesday/ Thursday – 9:00 a.m.; Cooperative Extension Service Tuesday/Thursday – 5:30 p.m.; Planters & Merchants Bank,

Gillett, Monday/Wednesday/Friday – 8:30 a.m.; Casscoe Community Center – Monday/Wednesday/Friday- 8:00 a.m.; First Baptist Church, Stuttgart, Tuesday/Thursday – 9:00 a.m.; Baptist Health Medical Center, Stuttgart, Tuesday/Thursday – 5:30 p.m.; Phillips Community College, DeWitt, Monday/ Wednesday – 4:00 p.m.

This program is open to all eligible individuals regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution.  If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact your County Extension office (or other appropriate office) as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

If you are interested in learning more about StrongWomen and Extension Get Fit contact the Arkansas County Extension Service at 870-946-3231 or 870-673-2346.

Prairie Gems EH Ladies Take the ‘Color’ Test The Prairie Gems Extension Homemaker Club members enjoyed getting to know each other better and analyzing themselves through the “Understanding Personalities� program presented by Shirley Fread and Shirley Jackson at their meeting held at the Extension Office on March 16. The ladies completed a self-analysis survey to determine their personality color type.

Jackson and Fread then shared information describing the characteristics of each ‘color’ and what occupations they were most likely to have. Members enjoyed the interaction and discussing how this would help them in relating to others.

President Alta Lockley called the business meeting to order with the thought for the month with eight members present. An inspirational reading was given by Sandra Webb. Gladys Hearn,

Shirley F. and Shirley J. told about their recent trip to participate in the AEHC Spring Workshop at the 4-H Center.

Several ladies had volunteered their services to prepare and serve the meal for the 4-H Banquet and reported it went well.

A date of April 16 was set to visit Arkansas Children’s Hospital to deliver the Teaching Dolls made by EH members. The next club meeting will be May 21 with Alma Young as hostess.

Refreshments of Butterfinger Cake and Fruit Salad were served by hostesses Gladys and Katie Young. Following the meeting, the club hosted the Miss Arkansas County Rice Contest and enjoyed sampling the rice dish prepared by the Delia Barrett after she was crowned 2015 Miss Arkansas County Rice.

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LOCAL NEWS Barrett is Crowned 2015 Miss Arkansas County Rice

2014 Miss Arkansas County Rice, Lizzy Bronson with 2015 Miss Arkansas County Rice, Delia Barrett

Delia Barrett, a junior at DeWitt High School was crowned the “2015 Miss Arkansas County Rice”.

Delia is the granddaughter of Dee and Sandra Webb of DeWitt and the daughter of Justin and Sandra Barrett of Hot Springs. Her rice dish is “Rice from this Side of the Border”.

Delia will make appearances in the county, promoting the use of rice by preparing her dish for various clubs and organizations. A state contest will be held in August, and promotional activi-

ties are a large part of judging. The purpose of the contest is to promote interest in rice cookery and rice promotion among the youth in the rice producing areas of Arkansas and to focus the attention of the general public of Arkansas on the importance of the rice industry to the economy of our state.

Anyone interested in scheduling an appearance may contact Delia by calling the University of Arkansas, Cooperative Extension Service in Arkansas County at

946-3231 or 673-2346.

Lizzy Bronson, 2014 Miss Arkansas County Rice was present to crown Delia. A “Miss Arkansas County Rice” sash, tiara, rice pendant, $100 cash, and a gift basket were presented by the Extension Homemakers (EH) Rice Promotion Committee, which is made up of members of Prairie Gems EH Club.

As Miss Arkansas County Rice, Delia will receive: printing of recipe cards from Arkansas County Bank, free setting and photo from Tammy P. Photography; and $400 spending allowance to be spent on promotional activities from the Committee.

Sponsors for the 2015 Miss Arkansas County Rice Contest are: Arkansas County Extension Homemakers Council, Arkansas County Farm Bureau, Arkansas County Bank, AgHeritage, Cormier Rice Mill, DeWitt Bank & Trust Company, DeWitt Fertilizer Company, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Producers Rice Mill, Inc., Regions Bank, Riceland Foods Foundation, Southern Agronomics and Tammy P. Photography.

Rice from this Side of the Border 1 cup uncooked rice 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded 2 cups Mexican style cheese, separated 1 cup Greek yogurt

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1. Preheat oven to 350º.

2. Cook rice as directed on package.

3. Coat a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish with non-stick spray.

4. When rice is done, mix in chicken, 3/4 cup cheese, Greek yogurt, cilantro, rotel, and shoepeg corn. Season with salt.

5. Transfer to prepared dish and cover with remaining cheese. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Greek yogurt can be substituted with sour cream if wanted.

To turn into a side dish, leave out chicken and cook 1 cup rice (not minute) in 1 cup of chicken stock.

Saturday Night on the Corner This is the Finale of Sat. Night on the Corner. After three years of fun and introducing ministry and mission to the community this gathering is closed for the summer. The fellowship hall is where we come together as a community. Has the weather keep you in and now cabin fever has set in? Maybe you haven’t been to this gathering before. Maybe it time to just get out of the house and try something new; some-

thing positive in your life.

We are located half way between Stuttgart and DeWitt on Hwy 165 in the bend of the road (across from the famous café, Rice Paddy Too). It is truly time travel as we come and gather together in the time of fellowship bringing your group. Come hungry for food is provided.

This is the time and place to celebrate with us and add blessings in your

life and to our place on 3/28/2015 at 5:30pm. Our guest is Clifton Vaughan, pastor of Grand Avenue United Methodist in Stuttgart, AR. The bigger picture is here for you to be a part! Helping your and our community and families is a way to bless yourself. Everyone is welcomed to the worship experience and fellowship.

Continue to support in our efforts 309s in Dewitt detention center by collect-

ing toiletries and monetary donations will be accepted for the PET projects, ALS Wonderland of AR, Dana’s House in DeWitt and PAWS in Prison of Arkansas. We will have more to come on the second and fourth Saturday nights of each month. For more information you may also contact Rev. Mary Welch at 870-830-5727 or email strawbossmary@yahoo.com.

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LOCAL NEWS

2015 Miss DeWitt Pageant

By Shelly Faulkner

◄ Left to right: 3rd runner up Mary Claire Synco, 2nd runner up and Miss Congeniality Beth Ann Shadwick, Miss DeWitt Shelby Gifford, 1st runner up Kristen Cazer, 4th runner up Victoria Adams

The Miss DeWitt Pageant was held Wednesday, March 18th at the DeWitt High School. Shelby Gifford was crowned Miss DeWitt, she is the daughter of Ken and Stacy Nelson.

Alter and Merritt Place in 2015 Jr. Olympic Trap Shooting Competition The Jr. Olympic Trap shooting contest was held Saturday and Sunday, March 14th and 15th at Tillar, Arkansas at the Delta Lodge. Spencer Alter took home the Bronze medal and Trey Merritt won the Gold medal in his age division.

Both Merritt and Alter qualified to go to Colorado Springs and work with the Olympic coaches for a week this summer.

► Right: Spencer Alter and Trey Merritt; Far right: Spencer Alter with the Bronze medal he won

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Act 626 of 1983, as amended, the Commissioner of State Lands will hold a public auction to dispose of the tax delinquent lands which are listed below, all located in Arkansas County, Arkansas. The auction will be held at the Arkansas County Courthouse in Stuttgart, Arkansas, at 2:00 p.m. on April 28, 2015. Bidder registration will commence at 1:30 p.m.

The land will be sold to the highest bidder, provided that such bid is equal to at least the total amount of taxes, penalty, interest, and costs due as certified to the Commissioner of State Lands. The full purchase price must be paid immediately following the sale, with the first $100.00 of each parcel paid in cash, cashier’s check or money order. The balance may be paid by personal or corporate check.

The owner of record may redeem the property during a 10 business day period following the date of the sale. If the property is not redeemed during that 10 day period, the purchaser will receive a Limited Warranty Deed for the property from the Commissioner of State Lands. The title conveyed by the Commissioner of State Lands is not clear title nor a fully warranted title. The Commissioner of State Lands does not guarantee or warrant clear or merchantable title to the property sold. The original owner, assigns, or heirs have a ninety (90) day period during which the validity of the sale may be contested in court.

The Commissioner of State Lands strongly suggests that potential bidders perform their own research on the property listed below to determine its suitability for their uses, the status of the title, the existence of liens, and other tax assessments that may be due, but not collected by the Commissioner of State Lands. The sale of the land does not extinguish any lien for delinquent improvement district assessments or relieve the purchaser of liability for delinquent improvement district assessments.

Copies of the complete rules and regulations for the sale of tax delinquent lands are available from the Commissioner of State Lands Office, 500 Woodlane Street, Suite 109, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 or www.cosl.org.

JOHN THURSTON COMMISSIONER OF STATE LANDS Arkansas County April 28, 2015, 2:00 p.m.

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ADAMS, SHELBY A., JR. & GEORGETTE S85’ LOT 12 BLOCK 15 ORIGINAL TOWN OF DEWITT INTERESTED PARTIES: OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PARCEL #071-00721-001 CODE: 4-6 2010 TAX DUE $2,180.94 1626.

ADAMS, SHELBY A., JR. & GEORGETTE N93’ LOT 6 & N93’ OF LOT 5 W1/2 BLOCK 38 ORIGINAL TOWN OF DEWITT INTERESTED PARTIES: OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PARCEL #071-00902-000 CODE: 4-8 2010 TAX DUE $1,314.84 1627.

ADAMS, SHELBY, JR. %SHELBY A., JR. & GORGETTE ADAMS LOTS 1-3 BLOCK 51 ORIGINAL TOWN OF ST CHARLES 34 3S 5W INTERESTED PARTIES: DEWITT BANK & TRUST, OFFICE OF CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT PARCEL #075-00130-200 CODE: 11-6 2010 TAX DUE $2,706.54 1628.

ADAMS, SHELBY, JR. %SHELBY A., JR. & GORGETTE ADAMS LOT 6 BLOCK 7 (S40’) HARPERS ADDITION STUTTGART PARCEL #074-01690-000 CODE: 8-3 2010 TAX DUE $4,232.42 1629.

ADAMS, WILLIAM & LOIS %LOIS CRISWELL ALL FRL BLOCKS 16-18 ORIGINAL TOWN OF ST CHARLES INTERESTED PARTIES: RAY TURNER, WINNIE TURNER PARCEL #075-00156-050 CODE: 11-7 2010 TAX DUE $165.95 1630.

ENTRY CANCELLED 1631.

BOYD, CHARLES & ELFREDA BEG S LINE OF BLOCK 1 140’ E OF SW COR TH N208.5’ E110.5’ S208.5’ W110.5’ TO POB 19 3S 6W 0.52 ACRE ORIGINAL TOWN OF HUMPHREY PARCEL #072-00073-000 CODE: 5-5 2010 TAX DUE $1,691.88 1632.

CASTLEBERRY, TERESA SELIG %TERESA SELIG BRANCH BEG 208.71’ EAST OF NW1/4 SW1/4 NE1/4 TH E208.71’ S208.71’ W208.71’ N208.71’ TO POB 25 6S 2W 1.00 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: ELNORA JOHNSON PARCEL #002-01763-000 CODE: 1-6 2010 TAX DUE $384.61 1633.

DICKEY, CHESTER & TRESHA %TRESHA DICKEY LOT 6 BLOCK 83 IMPROVEMENT COMPANY ADDITION STUTTGART PARCEL #074-02225-000 CODE: 8-8 2010 TAX DUE $574.70 1634.

DICKSON, DANNY LOTS 1-6 BLOCK 24 ORIGINAL TOWN OF ST CHARLES INTERESTED PARTIES: DEWITT HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME, LINDA GLOVER PARCEL #075-00049-000 CODE: 11-4 2010 TAX DUE $517.04 1635.

DICKSON, DANNY LOTS 1-3 & 11-12 & E1/2 LOT 10 BLOCK 25 ORIGINAL TOWN OF ST CHARLES INTERESTED PARTIES: DEWITT HOSPITAL & NURSING HOME, LINDA GLOVER PARCEL #075-00051-000 CODE: 11-5 2010 TAX DUE $654.42 1636.

DICKSON, DANNY LOT 11 (N1/2) (WATERFRONT) ANDERSON CHUTE ISLAND CAMP ADDITION 32 3S 1W 0.12 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: DEWITT HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME PARCEL #069-00023-010 CODE: 3-10 2010 TAX DUE $327.64 1637.

DICKSON, DANNY & CLEO KEISTLER LOT 11 (S1/2) (WATERFRONT) ANDERSON CHUTE ISLAND CAMP ADDITION 32 3S 1W 0.12 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: DEWITT HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME PARCEL #069-00023-011 CODE: 3-11 2010 TAX DUE $219.03 1638.

ENTRY CANCELLED 1639.

ENTRY CANCELLED 1640.

ENTRY CANCELLED 1641.

FREEMAN, BILLY JOE & JOYCE %CORELOGIC LOTS 1 & LOT 2 (N1/2) BLOCK 19 REINSCHS ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK PARCEL #074-03952-000 CODE: 10-5 2010 TAX DUE $2,617.02 1642.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD FRL E1/2 NE1/4 15 5S 5W 82.69 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04904-000 CODE: 2-10 2010 TAX DUE $1,830.16 1643.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD FRL W1/2 NE1/4 (EXC 25A N END) 15 5S 5W 59.29 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04905-000 CODE: 2-11 2010 TAX DUE $1,238.72 1644.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD E1/2 SW1/4 LYING S OF N SIDE OF LEVEE CONSTRUCTED BTWN SE1/4 NW1/4 AND THE E1/2 SW1/4 TO THE ROAD MEANDERING ACROSS THE SE1/4 SW1/4 (EXC A PARCEL LYING E OF BAYOU IN SE1/4 SW1/4) 10 5S 5W 58.00 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04880-000 CODE: 2-6 2010 TAX DUE $320.32 1645.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD SE1/4 (EXC 1 1/3A SW COR) 10 5S 5W 158.67 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04882-000 CODE: 2-7 2010 TAX DUE $3,041.04 1646.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD NW1/4 14 5S 5W 160.00 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04898-000 CODE: 2-8 2010 TAX DUE $3,145.53 1647.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD NW COR SW1/4 14 5S 5W 1.00 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04901-000 CODE: 2-9 2010 TAX DUE $214.37 1648.

J.W. FREEMAN TESTAMENTARY FAMILY TRUST %JUDY BOYD NE1/4 SE1/4 (EXC 1A N SIDE) 15 5S 5W 39.00 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: JERRY FREEMAN, JOHN SCOTT BOYD PARCEL #002-04913-000 CODE: 3-1 2010 TAX DUE $932.68 1649.

GRAY, BERNICE LOTS 10-12 BLOCK 59 (S1/2) DEWITT & IMPROVEMENT COMPANY ADDITION DEWITT PARCEL #071-00993-020 CODE: 4-11 2010 TAX DUE $3,101.30 1650.

GRIFFIN, JOE D. %JOE D. & AMY GRIFFIN LOT 9 & LOT 10 BLOCK 11 (N25’) UNION ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: BANCORPSOUTH, GEMINI CAPITAL GROUP PARCEL #074-04511-000 CODE: 10-10 2010 TAX DUE $1,501.28 1651.

HARPER, ROSIE LEE LOTS 1 & 2 BLOCK 2 WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: LINDA HALL PARCEL #074-04668-000 CODE: 10-11 2010 TAX DUE $1,078.24 1652.

JOHNSON, CINDY LOTS 28-29 BLOCK 12 IMPROVEMENT COMPANY 3RD ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: SELETA JACKSON PARCEL #074-02572-000 CODE: 9-2 2010 TAX DUE $1,770.38 1653.

JOHNSON, L.C. LOT 3 BLOCK 1 ADAMS ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: LORI ANN JOHNSON, CHERYL LAVINE, KENNETH JOHNSON PARCEL #074-00222-000 CODE: 6-2 2010 TAX DUE $765.52 1654.

KEISTLER, STEVE PT SE1/4 NE1/4 BEG ON E LINE 301’ S OF NE COR, TH S421’ W445’ N421’ E445’ TO POB 35 5S 3W 4.30 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: IRS, DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION, GRAND PRAIRIE ACCOUNTS MANAGEMENT, CAPITAL ONE BANK, MARENE PITTMAN PARCEL #002-03504-002 CODE: 2-3 2010 TAX DUE $2,015.83 1655.

KING, GLENNA %JOHN KING LOT 1 BLOCK 10 ADAMS ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: JEFF, STEVE & ELONZO KING, VIRGINIA WILSON, SKINNER LAW, CARL MADSEN PARCEL #074-00275-000 CODE: 6-3 2010 TAX DUE $993.15 1656.

KING, GLENNA %JOHN KING LOTS 5-6 BLOCK 12 IMPROVEMENT COMPANY ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: VIRGINIA WILSON, CARL MADSEN, SKINNER LAW, ELONZO, STEVE & JEFF KING PARCEL #074-01858-000 CODE: 8-7 2010 TAX DUE $2,285.04 1657.

LEDER, JOHN EARL %JOHN E. LEDER BEG 354.9’ S OF NE COR S195’ W190’ N195’ E190’ POB 9 2S 4W 0.85 ACRE PARCEL #001-00909-001 CODE: 1-3 2010 TAX DUE $1,350.15 1658.

LEVINE, MELVIN G. & DORIS A. OWENS LOT 13 BLOCK 2 ROCK ISLAND ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: SERVICE FINANCE CORPORATION PARCEL #074-04164-000 CODE: 10-7 2010 TAX DUE $312.69 1659.

LIN, JINGZHU & HONG CHENG LOT 13 BOB HALL PHASE I ADDITION STUTTGART 0.58 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK PARCEL #074-00178-013 CODE: 5-11 2010 TAX DUE $8,380.00 1660.

LOFTIS, BROCK MICHAEL, SR. LOTS 4 & 4A ANDERSON CHUTE ISLAND CAMP ADDITION 32 3S 1W 0.34 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: KAREN LOFTIS PARCEL #069-00023-004 CODE: 3-9 2010 TAX DUE $219.03 1661.

MALLARD MANSION HUNTING CLUB PT SW1/4 COM SE COR TH W1063’ POB TH W250’ N857.5’ NE252’ S888’ TO POB 6 5S 5W 1.57 ACRES INTERESTED PARTIES: BANCORP SOUTH, STEVE FISCHER PARCEL #002-04843-013 CODE: 2-5 2010 TAX DUE $2,551.79 1662.

MCKEE, REBECCA LOT 13 (N1/2) DAVAC ACRES ADDITION RURAL 14 2S 3W 0.23 ACRE PARCEL #020-00016-000 CODE: 3-3 2010 TAX DUE $438.05 1663.

NELSON, LINDA LOT 8 BLOCK 74 LESLIE ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: NORMAN AUSTIN D/B/A MR HANDYMAN SERVICE PARCEL #074-02704-000 CODE: 9-5 2010 TAX DUE $397.71 1664.

RACY, ELEAR MAE BLOCK 101 ST 350’ S NE COR TH W150’ S250’ E150’ N250’ (EX N50’) LESLIE ADDITION STUTTGART 33 2S 5W 0.69 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK PARCEL #074-00137-000 CODE: 5-10 2010 TAX DUE $1,538.09 1665.

RAYMOND STAATS INVESTMENT CORPORATION LOT 7 BLOCK 15 COKER-HAMPTON 2ND, ANNEX #3 ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: BANCORPSOUTH, FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK PARCEL #074-01092-000 CODE: 7-5 2010 TAX DUE $1,034.55 1666.

RELEFORD, LEORIA LOT 7 (W90’) BLOCK 7 IMPROVEMENT COMPANY 3RD ADDITION STUTTGART PARCEL #074-02468-000 CODE: 8-11 2010 TAX DUE $344.78 1667.

J.W. RELERFORD ESTATE LOT 9 BLOCK 8 IMPROVEMENT COMPANY 3RD ADDITION STUTTGART PARCEL #074-02483-000 CODE: 9-1 2010 TAX DUE $1,241.48 1668.

ROEDEL, BENNY LOT 21 MERRISACH SPORTSMAN’S RETREAT ADDITION 0.40 ACRE INTERESTED PARTIES: SARAH ROEDEL PARCEL #062-00021-000 CODE: 3-5 2010 TAX DUE $674.65 1669.

SOUTHERN WOOD SPECIALISTS, INC. %SUSAN GAMEL LOT 5 (S40’) W/EASEMENT BLOCK 19 ORIGINAL TOWN OF ST CHARLES PARCEL #075-00043-001 CODE: 11-3 2010 TAX DUE $1,328.86 1670.

STAATS INVESTMENT CORPORATION %RAY ALLEN & JUN XIE STAATS LOT 13 BOB HALL PHASE I ADDITION 0.58 ACRE STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK PARCEL #074-00195-000 CODE: 6-1 2010 TAX DUE $14,878.28 1671.

STAATS, RAY ALLEN & JUN XIE LOT 9 BLOCK 2 ORIGINAL PLAT ADDITION STUTTGART INTERESTED PARTIES: LONNIE HUDGINS PARCEL #074-03616-000 CODE: 9-10 2010 TAX DUE $618.39 1672.

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Kindergarten Registration

By Shelly Faulkner

HELP WANTED

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for employment at

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HELP WANTED

Top left: Hunter Bennett with her mom Heather; Top right: Mrs. Keta with Jentry Hearn; Bottom left: Mrs. Paula with Slayton; Bottom right: Lillian Browning checks everything out with her mom.

Accepting applications for responsible individual to perform janitorial duties.

Work schedule includes evenings and weekends.

Serious inquiries only.

Call Brenda at 946-3523.

CRESTPARK OF DEWITT is currently accepting applications for:

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSES Apply in person. No phone calls please

ADAMS FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT is now accepting applications for an The DeWitt and Gillett schools held their kindergarten round-up registration Thursday, March 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the DeWitt school and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gillett school.

Reception to be Held for Mitchell’s 50th Wedding Anniversary Ken and Charlotte Mitchell will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception hosted by Nady Church of the Nazarene.

The Mitchells were married in Blytheville, Arkansas on April 4, 1965.

Ken was in banking for several years before becoming a supermarket manager. He later felt a call to preach and both he and Charlotte graduated from Nazarene Bible College, Colorado Springs, CO, in 1979.

Ken received his Associate degree in Biblical Studies and Charlotte received hers in Music Ministry. Ken is an ordained minister and has pastured churches

in California, Nebraska, Texas, Illinois and Arkansas. He retired from the pastorate in June of 2014 after pasturing at Nady for almost seven years. Charlotte was employed for many years as a legal secretary in Missouri and Arkansas, then as a secretary to the Medical Nursing Supervisor at Baptist Health in Little Rock for several years. Friends are invited to share in their celebration on April 4, 2015, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Nady Church of the Nazarene is located at 422 Nady Road, Tichnor, AR. For more information, call 870-548-2606.

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DORIS L. DUPUY SCHWARTZ, DECEASED CASE NO. PR-2014-56 SD NOTICE Last known address of Decedent: 305 Park Avenue, Gillett, Arkansas 72055 Date of death: October 2, 2014 An instrument dated September 7, 2007, was on the 11th day of November, 2014, admitted to probate s the Last Will of the above named Decedent and the undersigned has been appointed Executor thereunder. Contest of the probate of the will can be effected 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 three (3) months from the date of the first publica-

tion of this Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate. However, claims for injury of death caused by the negligence of the Decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate.

This Notice first published the 26th day of MARCH, 2015.

BOYD & BUIE Attorneys at Law 308 Court Square DeWitt, AR 72042 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE WALTER LEE DUPUY 320 N. Jefferson DeWitt, AR 72042 EXECUTOR Adv. 13-2tfc

LEGAL NOTICE IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CECIL PATRICIA GOODWIN, DECEASED CASE NO: PR-2015-02 SD NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE ESTATE OF CECIL PATRICIA GOODWIN, DECEASED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Testamentary were granted to the undersigned upon the estate of Cecil Patricia Goodwin., deceased, on this 30th day of January, 2015 by the Probate Court of Arkansas County, Arkansas, Southern District. All persons having claims or demands against said estate or for

a contest of said will must be present them, duly authenticated, to the undersigned for allowance before the end of six (6) months from the date of first publication of this notice. If not so presented within such time, they will be forever barred.

THIS NOTICE GIVEN ON this 12 day of February, 2015.

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The City of DeWitt is taking bids on mowing the City Park. All bids must be received by Thursday, April 9, 2015 by 4:00 p.m. at the City Clerk’s Office or mailed to:

City of DeWitt 120 Court Square DeWitt, AR 72042 and the envelope must be marked mowing bid. Must be 18 years to work for the City.

For more information, call the Mayor’s office at 870-946-1776.

The City of DeWitt has the right to reject any and all bids.

DeWitt Hospital, Nursing Home & Ferguson Rural Health Clinic are seeking Full-Time & PRN:

RN’s & LPN’s Day & Night Shifts Benefits & Sign-on Bonus Available Contact: Jerrilynn Horton for Hospital: 870-233-2208 Dana Adams for Nursing Home: 870-233-2253 Ginger Bogy for Clinic: 870-946-3637 1641 S. WHITEHEAD DRIVE, DEWITT, AR

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DeWitt School Board Gillett EHC Meets in Meeting March

By Dawn Teer The DeWitt School Board met Tuesday, March 10, at the Administrative offices in DeWitt. A meeting with the representatives from Baldwin Shell, who will be building the new middle school, preceded the regular meeting. They presented blueprints for review, as well as important dates for the project.

On April 19, they will be start advertising for bids. On or about April 29 they will have a pre-bid site walk-thru and local subcontractor meeting. May 12 they will accept bids, May 19 will have them review the GMP pricing with the architect and the superintendent, and on May 21 Baldwin Schell will be released to proceed with construction.

They hope to have a groundbreaking ceremony soon after this. Barring no problems, they are scheduled to begin construction June 15.

Tony Curtis of Baldwin Shell also made a strong point to let everyone present know that Baldwin Shell will keep lines of communication open throughout the process. They plan to send a list of everyone the have invited to make bids on the project, as well as who has accepted.

At the conclusion of this part of the meeting, the board began its’ regular board meeting. The February 17 meeting minutes were approved, as well as the financial report, with some clarification regarding the secondary center deficit.

Dr. Lynne Dardenne, superintendent, gave the administrative reports next beginning with the professional liability insurance renewal. Mr. Raider, facilities manager said they have a policy for middle school that pays them a set amount should it be damaged. She told the board they had reevaluated their coverage and although the premiums had, went up, the coverage was much better now. The Professional Development Year was discussed next, where Dardenne informed them the DeWitt PDY will run June 1, 2015 thru May 31, 2016. The calendar for the 2015-2016 school year was presented with some discussion by Michelle Black who was representing teachers. Black told the board the teachers would like to request that the first Parent-Teacher conference be moved from September to October so that they could get to know their students a little better before the first conference. There was only one difference in the calendar options 1 & 2 and that was to have the ParentTeacher conference either before or after the Professional Development day by teachers. The teachers voted to have it the day after the Parent-Teacher conference.

Next on the agenda was discussion about Act 286, which allows schools to make up snow days in one-hour increments. There was quite a bit of discussion on whether this would be a

workable choice for the DeWitt school district. The board wanted some input from teachers and staff so they voted to table this until they could get feedback from them. They will be sending a survey on survey monkey to teachers for that feedback.

The 2014 audit has been completed for this phase and they have sent info to the next phase and are hoping to be receiving feedback on the audit by April.

They had a request to use the High School cafeteria for prom on April 11.

There was also a request by the Farmer and Businessmen’s organization to use the Gillett cafeteria for their annual family fish fry. Both requests were approved.

There was an in-district request from a kindergarten students’ family to move from DeWitt elementary to Gillett elementary. After some discussion, they are going to wait until after kindergarten registration, so they will know how many spaces are available. They will revisit this issue by June 1 for a decision.

In the superintendent’s report, Dr. Dardenne said the robotics group was unable to compete in the robotics competition due to the bad weather. They are aiming to compete next year. She is hoping to have the students demonstrate their robot at an upcoming meeting.

In an update on the Parent night held recently at DeWitt High School, Mr. Weaver, high school principal said it had went quite well and he thanked Carole Anderson, Michelle Black, Doug Corley, Stephanie Bradley, and Ashley Smith for their contribution and help in making it a success. The turnout was very good and they hope to have another parent night soon for the eighth graders who will be coming to high school. They were able to use the Chrome books and assist parents and students in registering for classes.

Weaver felt this hands on by the parents was a big asset and hoped it would help parents and students in the future.

Dr. Dardenne went on to say that, Kindergarten registration will be held on March 18, the hours at DeWitt elementary will be 10-6, and at Gillett elementary it will be 12-4. Parents are encouraged to bring their children to registration.

They then discussed the PARCC testing which began that day. According to Mrs. Adams, the middle and high school went quickly. It took 30 minutes to get 93 students logged on. They had very few problems. Dr. Dardenne expressed thanks to the teachers and staff for their hard work making this a success.

At this point, the board went into executive session to discuss personnel matters.

The DeWitt school board meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm.

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The Gillett Extension Homemakers Club held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 17, at The Paddy in Gillett with Rose Ella Smith as hostess and six people present.

Hackney, club president, called the meeting to order. Smith read an inspirational message based on Leviticus 19:18 reminding us to “love thy neighbor as thyself ” and to love ourselves as well.

Debbie Daniels read the thought for the month: “Too many people spend their lives looking in the rear view mirror, regretting what could have been. I say . . . STOP & LOOK around at all that you have. Then continue on your journey by looking only ahead to all the wonderful possibilities that are in front of you,” by Beth Paul.

Daniels, Family Resource Management Leader, presented the program on Organic vs. Natural Foods: What’s the Difference? Everyone enjoyed learning about organic, natural, whole, and health foods as well as learning what the food labels actually mean. Daniels explained the difference in minimally processed and natural foods.

Dorothy Connelly, secretary, called roll with the question: If you try, can you

Gillett News

By Darla Grantham

GRACE CHURCH MINISTRY Grace Church Gillett will host Thankful Thursday this Thursday, March 26th. Meals for those in need will be provided in carry out form available from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the church on Main Street. Delivery is available for shut-ins.

GRANTHAM’S SPEND WEEKEND IN DALLAS Randy and Darla Grantham spent the weekend with friends and family in Dallas attending an engagement show-

By LaTaaka Harvey, County Extension Agent - Family & Consumer Sciences Six ladies from Arkansas County recently attended the Arkansas Extension Homemakers Council (AEHC) Spring Education Workshop held at the Arkansas 4-H Center near Ferndale. The theme of this year’s meeting was “My EHC Legacy.” The annual meeting is held to provide training for its officers and members and allow them to discuss focus programs for the coming year. Attendees at the program chose “Keys to Aging” as their major focus area for the coming year. EHC members

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After some discussion, those present felt they could understand another’s panic and some had even seen people have panic attacks. The minutes and the treasurer’s report were accepted.

Hackney and Smith made cakes for the 4-H Banquet on March 9, and Hackney and Daniels helped serve. The Spring Council meeting on April 22 at PCC DeWitt was also discussed.

The group decided the recipe for Strawberry Brownies looked interesting but thought the name was a bit confusing.

How can something strawberry be a brownie? As an eye opener, Connelly brought a beautiful Christmas scene wall hanging made of yo-yos given to her son and daughter-in-law by their preacher’s wife.

Connelly won the door prize. Thelma Connelly and a guest, Mickie Tisdale, were also present. Everyone enjoyed the delicious refreshments furnished

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Arkansas 529 College Savings Plan

By Terrye Seamon “People are not aware that this [program] exists, and we are hoping to work on that and increase awareness through time,” Beth Anne Rankin said concerning the GIFT Arkansas 529 College Savings Program. Rankin, director of the program, explained that GIFT 529 allows people to contribute money to a tax-free interest account to help fund the future education of a designated beneficiary. “We believe people will want to set these up for their children and their grandchildren,” Rankin said.

GIFT Arkansas 529, which stands for Great Investment for Tomorrow, can be used for two or four-year colleges as well as graduate, vocational and trade schools.

The beneficiary does not have to be a blood relative Rankin said. The recipient can be a family member, close friend or even the account owner himself. “You can also set up an account for yourself and let those earnings be generating more power that is tax free and then five years from now when you are ready to go back to school, hopefully, that account is worth more than what it was today,” Rankin said.

The savings account, which is tax deductible on Arkansas income tax up to $5000 for an individual and $10,000 for a couple, can be used for tuition, room and board, fees and possibly computers. Rankin said that a bill proposing that computers be made an eligible expense has passed the House of Repre-

sentatives and now awaits the Senate’s decision.

Rankin said that currently there is an open enrollment period until July 31, 2015, for residents in all 75 counties in Arkansas who are interested in setting up a college savings account. Participants who register will have a chance to win $529 toward an education account. One entry is allowed per person, and participants and account owners must be 18 years old to enter. One winner from each of the 75 counties will be selected in a drawing Monday, August 10. Rankin explained that if the winner selected already has a gift Arkansas 529 account, the $529 will be wired into the account. If the winner does not have an account already set up, the minimum required $25 contribution fee will be waived, an account will be set up and the $529 winnings will be deposited in it.

Paper copies of the entry form are available at the Arkansas County Treasurer’s Office or online at www.Arkansas529. org. Participants can either print off an entry form or register online.

Concerning the program, Arkansas County Treasurer Charles Albert Horton said, “It sounds like a no-lose situation. If you’ve got anybody who has a need for an education, it really sounds like a good tool.”

For more information on the GIFT Arkansas 529 College Investment Plan or an entry form, visit www.Arkansas529. org.

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By Margaret Aycock GREETINGS: Once again, my friends, it’s time to get your cup of coffee, a honeybun or may-

be a filled doughnut or whatever you like; a nice fluffy lap cover and your favorite chair and join in my gossip.

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Not that I would do that, now would I??? Ha! Ha! Oh well Friends, let’s get on with it, o.k?

CONGRATULATIONS: I would like to say “Congratulations” to my good friends that got engaged a couple of week ago. I wish you two “kids” many years of love and happiness together! On what tree is D + H carved? We love you both, kiddos. Go for it. H + D!!!!

OUR VISITORS: Kay and David Ozment of Monticello, came and visited with Jay and I, Sunday afternoon (15th). We were very glad to see them as it had been quite a while between visits. When they left, I joined them for dinner at Ameca’s Mexican Restaurant in DeWitt, where we met some more friends from Monticello whom I have not seen since we moved back “home”. Bro. Ray Hearron, his beautiful wife, Kim and their handsome son, Noah. O.K., David, so I already know that Kay is beautiful too, but that David---UMP!!!!!

CONDOLENCES & PRAYER LIST: Folks, I want to apologize to all family members and friends of everyone that has lost a loved one recently. Usually I write a small paragraph or tell maybe a “cutie” or two concerning them. But, due to time and space, I will not be able this time. But, I want everyone to know that we love each and everyone and we are here for you. GOD BLESS YOU ALL BIRTHDAYS: Katlin Poor - Mar. 19 Gunner James - Mar. 19 Ashley Wilson Nichols - Mar. 19 Haley Strain - Mar. 19 Phyllis Fullerton - Mar. 19 Julie Simpson - Mar. 19 Steven Fisher - Mar. 19 Tristan Merritt - Mar. 19 Delia K. Barrett - Mar. 19 Cooper Pinson - Mar. 19 Lauryn Watkins - Mar. 20

Neil Patrick Wiethom - Mar. 20 Tiffany Ahrens - Mar. 20 Darnell Bledsoe - Mar. 20 Clay Dollar - Mar. 20 Doug Manchester - Mar. 20 Mason Jacobs - Mar. 21 Than Morton - Mar. 21 Randy Traylor - Mar. 21 James Watkins - Mar. 21 Gage Norris - Mar. 22 Hailey Zornes - Mar. 22 Mark Frizzell - Mar. 22 Hoyt McFerrin - Mar. 22 Jesse Rush - Mar. 23 Louise Bullock - Mar.23 Todd Dutton - Mar. 23 Robert Clark - Mar. 23 Meagan Padgett - Mar. 24 Lauren Stoddard - Mar. 25 Ashley Nelson - Mar. 25 Johnny Davis, Sr. - Mar. 25 Tiffini M. Banks - Mar. 25 Morgan West - Mar. 26 Clint Koen - Mar. 26 Sierra Ruth Wiethorn - Mar. 27 Jennifer Poston - Mar. 27 Ellen Shadwick Mar. 27 Katy O’Dell - Mar. 28 Jody Hearn - Mar. 29 Carrie West - Mar. 29 Wendy Young - Mar. 29 Sarah Merchant - Mar. 30 Carol Pollock Houten - Mar. 30 Whitney Jenkins - Mar. 30 Sheila Patterson - Apr. 1 Jared Soileau - Apr. 1 Nancy Miller - Apr. 1 ANNNIVERSARIES: Jerry & Norma Childers - Mar. 21 Jacky & Sue Sneed - Mar. 21 Jason & Jodie Wilson - Mar. 21 Jim & Lynne Callas - Mar. 23 Bill & Betty Bateman - Mar. 25 Mitch & Jan Miller - Mar. 26 Stanley & Jobeth Shadwick - Mar. 26 Bryan & Nikki Haskins - Mar. 28 Robert & Hunter Norris - Mar. 28 Shane & Wendy - Mar. 28 Glen & Crystal Fisher - Mar. 30

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First Baptist Pre-School Participates in St. Jude Trike-A-Thon

By Shelly Faulkner

The preschool students at First Baptist held their St. Jude trike-a-thon Thursday, March 19th where they raised $3,161.01. First Baptist has participated in the St. Jude trike-a-thon since 1992.

Dragonettes Defeat Hamburg

By Dawn Teer The rain finally let up enough to have a couple of dragonette softball games last week. They started out Monday against Crossett falling 8-4. The game was tied

up 4-4 in the 5th inning, but Crossett came back in the 6th with 4 runs.

Tuesday’s game against Hamburg was a little more exciting. DeWitt scored one in the 1st and 2nd innings. Neither team

scored in the 3rd and in the 4th. Hamburg brought in 4 runs and held DeWitt to only 3. The 5th brought 1 run for Hamburg and 2 for DeWitt. Hamburg started the 6th with 2 more runs, but DeWitt came right back with their

own. The end of the game brought a score of 11-9 with DeWitt winning.

Several girls had good hits including Libby Cox, Ashley Gill, Drew Dillion and Kyla Patterson. Congratulations to the Dragonettes on the win!

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799 With Card

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Kroger Orange Juice

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12-19 oz or Healthy Choice, 9-12.5 oz; Select Varieties

228 -50¢

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78

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Select Varieties, Half Gallon (made from concentrate)

88

¢ ea

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Marie Callender’s Entrée

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138 -50¢

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Kroger Cottage Cheese or Sour Cream or Dip, Select Varieties, 16 oz

129 -50¢

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79

¢ ea

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Participating Items With Card

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SALE DATE: 6am Wednesday, March 25 through midnight Tuesday, March 31, 2015 Prices and Items are effective at your Dewitt and Brinkley, AR Kroger stores.

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249 -50¢

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Land O’Lakes Butter 15-16 oz or I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter, 8-16 oz; Select Varieties

1

99 ea

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Cheetos 8.75-9.5 oz or Fritos, 9.75 oz; Select Varieties

199 -50¢

ea With Card

1

49

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