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AROUND THE COUNTY
DEWITT YOUTH CENTER SUMMER FUN
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Sloan Hampton Family Named Southeast Arkansas District Farm Family of the Year
DeWitt Youth Center will be held at 423 E. Halliburton Street in DeWitt, AR. The fun continues through August 15, 2014. Monday - Friday breakfast will be at 8:30am - 9:30am and lunch will be at 10:00am - 11:30am.
CRESTPARK HAS FREE CNA CLASSES
Crestpark will have free CNA classes from July 14-July 29. Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm at the Almyra Community Center (107 South Elizabeth Street). Call Marty or Rachel at Crestpark DeWitt (870-946-3569) for more information. After graduation, there will be a job opportunity at Crestpark DeWitt.
CITY OF DEWITT HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
The City of DeWitt will be closed July 3rd and July 4th for the holiday. The City of DeWitt garbage pickup for the week of July 1st through July 4th is as follows: Tuesday pickup will be Monday, Wednesday and Thursday pickup will be Tuesday. Friday pickup will be Wednesday. The DeWitt Transfer Station will be closed July 3rd and July 5th.
WANTED CROCKETTS BLUFF ITEMS
We are looking for any old photos of landmarks, buildings, meetings, workplaces, people, etc. that were takin in and around Crocketts Bluff before 1970. Also, any other items that can be put on our “history wall” at the Crocketts Bluff Community Center. If you have anything you think might be of interest, please call Kenneth Graves at 2823362. Copies can be made from pictures and the originals will be returned to the owners. Thank you for your help in our mission to collect any items.
District winners for the 68th Annual Arkansas Farm Family of the Year Program have been selected. The district winners will now be judged to determine a state winner, to be announced at the Dec. 11 Farm Family of the Year luncheon at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in North Little Rock. The district winners are: Sloan and Rhonda Hampton of Stuttgart (South Arkansas County) in the Southeast District. The Hamptons farm rice, soybeans and timber on 4,500 acres. They also have 500 acres in CRP. They have one child, Avery Claire. Nathan and Kristin Reed of Marianna (Lee County) in the East Central District. The Reeds grow cotton, corn, soybeans and milo on 6,000 acres. They have three young children: Jane-Anne, Stanley “Eldon” and Katherine. Roy and Suzanne Runsick of Melbourne (Izard County) in the North Central District. The Runsicks farm cattle and have forage on 150 acres. They have four grown sons: Stewart Runsick, Scott Runsick, Bradley Bangs and Keith Bangs. Keith and Jill Forrester of Tyronza (Mississippi County) in the Northeast District. The Forresters grow a vari-
ety of crops, including tomatoes, melons, asparagus and strawberries on 200 acres. They have one child, Fox. Billy Joe and Courtney Wilkins of Lamar (Johnson County) in the Northwest District. The Wilkins farm Bermuda grass and cattle on 255 acres. They have three young children: Josie, Abby and Mayci. Warren and Becky Webster of Washington (Hempstead County) in the Southwest District. The Websters produce approximately 1.4 million chickens per year. They have three children: Logan, Nolan and Katie Ella. Richard and Jennifer Broach of Vandervoot (Polk County) in the Western District. The Broachs farm poultry, cattle and hay on 465 acres. They have three children: Tyler, Trevon and Tayden. The Gross Family of Hot Springs (Garland County) in the West Central District. Steve and Stacy, Scott and Kay, and Billy and Mary farm timber, hay, beef cattle, swine, poultry and equine on 1,280 acres. Steve and Stacy have two sons: Colton and Seth. Scott and Kay have two children: Lauren and Allan. “I am more amazed every year at the amount of passion Arkansas’ families have
for agriculture,” said Randy Veach, a cotton, soybean and wheat farmer from Manila (Mississippi County), who serves as president of Arkansas Farm Bureau. “What a great honor to recognize the men and women of agriculture, and their families, for their hard work and success. “I want to congratulate those who have been named County and District Farm Families of the Year. These families have made significant efforts within our industry and exemplify the very best of what our state offers. “Agriculture is the backbone of our state. In fact, it is the largest business sector, adding around $16 billion to our economy each year. These farm families are a part of a wonderful legacy and industry that helps provide all of us an abundant, safe and affordable food supply, which we should never take for granted. This is something we continue to recognize and appreciate not only now, but throughout the year.” The Farm Family of the Year program begins each year with selection of top farm families in each county and culminated in December with selection of the state Farm Family of the Year. All winners are judged on their
farm production, efficiency, management, family life and rural/community leadership. Sponsors of the Farm Family of the Year program are Arkansas Farm Bureau, the Arkansas Press Association, the Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas and the three Farm Credit agencies that serve Arkansas: AgHeritage Farm Credit Services, Farm Credit of Western Arkansas and Midsouth Farm Credit. Additionally, support for the program is provided by the Arkansas Department of Career Education, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture and the USDA’s Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Rural Development. The DeWitt Era-Enterprise will publish the Farm Family Edition on August 14th. For more information on placing an ad call Dawn Deane at 946-3933 ext. 1 or manager@dewitt-ee.com or Haley Watkins at 946-3933 ext. 2 or graphics@dewitt-ee.com. Pictures at the Hampton Farm are set for Friday, July 18th, beginning at 8 a.m. In town pictures in Stuttgart and DeWitt will be following lunch. Deadline for all ads is July 31st.
Crocketts Bluff Independence Day Celebration Friday, July 4th, 2014
All You Can Eat Fried Catfish with Slaw, Baked Beans, Fries, Biscuits, Fresh Tomatoes, and Homemade Desserts Adults - $15.00 • Children 5-12 - $8.00 • Children Under 5 - FREE Activities & Prizes include Bouncy House, Seed Spitting, Dunking Booth, Horse Shoes, Bubble Gum Blowing, Sack Races, Watermelon Eating, Baggo Come join us! Parade Starts at 9:30am with Auction Following and Lunch at Noon
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LOCAL NEWS EWITT POLICE REPORT June 15, 2014 Officer Brad Bazarow was dispatched to the area of 6th and Dudley Street for a report of a woman in a small white car yelling racial slurs while driving by. Officer Bazarow asked if it was Samantha Stephens because a similar incident had happened a week earlier involving her and Officer Bazarow. Bazarow knew Stephens drove a small white car from previous encounters. Dispatch advised that the caller did identify Stephens as the driver of the vehicle. Officer Bazarow went to the area and heard Officer Powell check 10/24 with the suspect on 6th and May. When Officer Bazarow arrived on the scene Officer Powell was walking toward the vehicle. Officer Bazarow had seen Stephens standing by the driver’s side of the vehicle. While Officer Bazarow was walking toward Stephens, he could smell a strong odor of intoxicants. When Officer Bazarow got directly in front of Stephens the smell was stronger and he could see that her eyes were extremely blood shot and watery. Officer Bazarow asked Stephens if she had had anything to drink that day and she stated that she had a mixed drink earlier in Ethel. Officer Bazarow asked Stephens to submit to a PBT test and she agreed. He instructed Stephens how to take the test and she blew a .587. At that time, Officer Bazarow asked Stephens if he could search her vehicle, and she agreed. While searching her vehicle, Officer Bazarow could smell a strong odor of intoxicants coming from the vehicle. Officer Powell found a pint of Royal Club Whiskey in the floorboard of the vehicle. There was also a mixed drink sitting in the console on the driver’s side. At that time, Ms. Stephens was arrested for suspicion of D.W.I. and transported to Arkansas County Jail. When the Officers arrived at the jail, Stephens was at first cooperative. However, when they got into the B.A.C. room she became agitated and made the same statements over and over again that she was jumped on in the street and was angry because she felt the police were No job too big or small. not doing their jobs. Ms. Stephens was asked 5RRÀQJ PHWDO RU what happened and picVKLQJOH VLGLQJ tures were taken of one ZLQGRZV UHPRGHOLQJ scratch on her neck and a mark on her left leg. HWF Ms. Stephens then began 870) 830-5413 stating she was not driving, and stated that ap(870) 946-4222
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proximately 30 times. After Stephens was instructed how to take the test and observed for over 20 minutes, she blew into the mouthpiece the first time only for a brief second then stopped. The machine was functioning properly, but did not register because she would only blow for a brief period and then stopped even after being told to blow until she was told to stop by Officer Bazarow. On the second test Ms. Stephens, after being instructed again how to do the test, did the same thing as the first time, only blowing for a brief second. So again the test did not register. Ms. Stephens was again informed of how to take the test and she did the same as the first two attempts. At that time the machine ended testing because it can only do three tests during one session. Stephens then began to cry and stated she was not driving again and asked if she could try the test again. Officers then restarted the machine putting in all required information and still observing Stephens and instructing her again on how to take the test properly. When Stephens began to blow into the machine she did the same thing again, stopping after a brief second, when Officer Bazarow informed her that it would not work again. She then demonstrated how she should blow a steady breath for around 8 seconds. Officer Bazarow then told her yes, that is what she must do for the test to work, and she said she could. The Officers then let Stephens try again, and again she blew for one second and stopped. At that time the Officers ended the testing because they knew she understood what she should have been doing, because she demonstrated to them what she should have been doing before the last test, and felt as if she was simply stalling and was not cooperating. At that time, Stephens requested a blood test. Officer Powell called the hospital to see how much it would cost so Ms. Stephens could inform her friend of the cost of the test. The Officers then informed Stephens of the $97.30 cost and she went to call someone on the jail phone. While still in the B.A.C. room finishing paper work, Officer Bazarow heard Lt. Russell tell Stephens that her call was up because no one answered. Then he heard Ms. Stephens ask to make another call, which she was allowed to do. Officer Bazarow heard her hang the phone up, pick it up again, after Lt. Russell had told her no. She then called someone else, he assumed, and heard the phone hang up again. At that time Lt. Russell told her again to make no more calls. A struggle and screams ensued. Stephens was pepper sprayed by the jailers for not cooperating and put into holding tank one.
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 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 first Monday of each month from 4-6 p.m.
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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 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. 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. Gillett Farmers and Businessmen Club 2014 Meeting Schedule is as follows: •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
American Legion Celebrates 95th Birthday
Johnny Purdy, Post 158 Commander, displays cake with JoAlla Nutt.
The American Legion celebrated its 95th birthday this year with a birthday supper at Camp Doughboy. The meal was cooked and furnished by the American Legion members. The American Legion Auxiliary served the birthday cake made by Haley Jenkins, granddaughter of Johnny and Audrey Purdy.
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AgHeritage Farm Credit Services Obituary Announces Scholarship Winners Mildred Capps Mildred Jeanette (Janie) Capps, age 64, died June 19, 2014. She was born March 6, 1950, in Dyce, AR, to William and Lille Beard Hughes. Janie was a member of Eastside Baptist Church and a retired LPN. She s preceded in death by her parents; a son Lloyd Wayne Capps; three brothers, Jerry, Dean, and Leonard Hughes. Survivors include her husband Jerry Wayne “Bo” Capps who she married July 6, 1969; son Kyle Capps of San Antonio, TX, and daughter, Katina Poole of Hope; brother, Harold Hughes of Prescott; sisters, Linda Hughes and Verna Mae Allen both of Hope, and Mary Ida Mollette of Texarkana, AR; and four grandchildren. Funeral services were 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 21 at Eastside Baptist Church. Burial was in Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens by Essex Funeral Home
Obituary Left to right: Kyle Stovesand, Vice President and Branch Manager, Dagan S. Knoll, Kevin Wingfield, Ag Lending Officer
Baby Malique Scales, Jr.
Dagan S. Knoll of Almyra was one of nine students to be awarded a $500 Customer Scholarship from AgHeritage Farm Credit Services. Mr. Knoll is the son of Michael and Becky Knoll. A graduate of DeWitt High School, Mr. Knoll plans to attend the Arkansas State University at Jonesboro in the fall. Mr. Knoll participated and served in several academic leadership programs to include: Beta Club, National Art Honor Society, Future Teachers of America, and Boys State. Mr. Knoll was also a member of the football, track, field, and bowling teams. He repeatedly donated his time and service to community programs that include: Local Great American Clean-Up, CASA 5k Fundraiser, New Life Fellowship Missions Team, and Disaster Relief: Storm Damage Clean-Up. Other Customer Scholarship recipients are Cody S. Collins of Batesville, Becca L. Burrow of Brinkley, Savannah M. Holman of Lonoke, Sydney C. Sutherland of Grubbs, Cole H. Hicks of Walnut Ridge, Allie M. Wynn of Star City, Jessica R. Whitaker of McGehee, and Cassandra R. Womack of Pleasant Plains. Tyner L. Belcher was awarded a $1,000 scholarship
Baby Malique Scales Jr. was born and died June 18, 2014 at the Stuttgart Baptist Health Care Center in Stuttgart, Arkansas. He was the son of Malique Scales of Humphrey, Arkansas and Tania Bradford of Stuttgart, Arkansas. He is survived by his parents, Grandparents; Brandi Bradford, Adrian Davis, Brent London, Anthony Scales and Michael Smith, Great Grandparents; Howard and Sherry Hobbs and Markellie Davis, (3) Aunts; Taylor Bradford, Kalen Smith and Gabrielle Smith, (2) Uncles: Tyran Banks and Michael Smith Jr. and a host of other relatives. Grave Side services was held Saturday June 21, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Morning Glory Cemetery in Dewitt with Elder Michael McKinzie officiating. Service was entrusted to Mc Kinzie Funeral Home of Dewitt.
from AgHeritage Farm Credit Services. He is the son of David and Tammy Belcher. An ag-business major at Arkansas State University, Mr. Belcher plans to obtain a bachelor’s degree and pursue a career in the sales and marketing of seed and chemicals, as well as serving as a crop consultant for local farmers. Mr. Belcher has achieved many accomplishments at both ASU and Stuttgart High School. He received the President’s Education Award, the Stuttgart Education Foundation Excellence Award, served as President of Mu Alpha Theta, and was an active member in FFA and his church’s leadership team. Currently, he is employed in an apprenticeship at Delaplane Seed Co. and is a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity at ASU. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is a financial cooperative with owned and managed assets in excess of $996 million as of December 31, 2013, that provides credit and related services to more than 3,100 farmers, ranchers and producers or harvesters of aquatic products in 24 Arkansas counties. Branch offices are located in Batesville, Brinkley, Dermott, Lonoke, Newport, Pocahontas, Searcy, Star City and Stuttgart.
DeWitt 14U Team Wins Babe Ruth State Championship ◄ Front row left to right: Makenzie Smith, Darby VanCamp, Jordan Menard, Hannah Ward, Lindsey Danner Back row left to right: Coach Katie Koen, Savannah Patterson, Abbey Baker, Carly Watkins, Karli Rieves, Taylor Dillion, Taylor Mannis, Cheyenne Cox, Coach Michael Lewis
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Thank You We would like to thank everyone for the visits, kind words, hugs, food, donations and most of all the prayers at this difficult time. Please keep us in your prayers as we go on without Charles. Sincerely, Aaron, Jennifer, Emily, James and Jamie Tripplet
Timberland Sale by Sealed Bid BID DATES - Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at 3:00 PM 755 (+/-) acres consisting of 14 tracts in Jefferson and Lincoln Counties, Arkansas.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 3:00 PM 1,073 (+/-) acres consisting of 9 tracts in Grant County, Arkansas. Tracts may be purchased as a whole or individually. Please call for bid package, property tours, and information.
Lile Real Estate, Inc. Contact: Brandon Stafford 501-416-9748 or 501-374-3411 • bstafford@lilerealestate.com
www.lilerealestate.com They will be traveling to Dumas Texas in July to compete for the Regional Championship. The girls are currently trying to raise funds for the trip by selling chances on a fish cooker donated by Menard Mfg. They are also
taking orders for smoked boston butts, smoked chicken and smoked ribs that will be delivered just in time to enjoy on July 4th. Anyone interested in purchasing any of these tickets can contact any of the girls.
DeWitt 8U Division Champions
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Thank You
Although the past week has been very emotionally hard and our lives have changed forever, we would like to thank everyone for all the acts of love. Our home was flooded with friends and family, food, kind words and acts of kindness. Words could never express how much we truly appreciate all the prayers and we pray that God will bless each and every one of you who has been there for our family in our time of loss.
The Family of Brice Stoddard
The 8U Division Champions of the DeWitt Baseball and Softball League.
Broek, Lauren, Madalyne, Jacob and Kailly Lou Anna and Mike Lonnie and Jane Tawana and Dean
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Miller to Wed Smith Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mitchell Miller announce the engagement of their daughter Currie Jane Miller to Josiah Tyndale Smith, the son of Sylvia Naomi Smith. The bride elect is the granddaughter of the late Jerry Lou McKenzie and Joe Thomas Currie and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Harlan Miller, all of DeWitt. Currie Jane is presently a senior at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Dental Hygiene program. Josiah is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Plemmons of Tichnor. He is pursuing an accounting degree at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The couple will exchange vows Saturday, the TwentySixth of July Two Thousand and Fourteen at Six O’clock in the evening at First Baptist Church in DeWitt. Reception to follow at the DeWitt Community Center. Only out of town invitations will be sent.
Park Problems
Due to vandalism of the trash barrels at the City Park, I will no longer replace missing ones. There is no reason to replace them since they are throwing them into the lake or being stolen. Two were stolen last week, one this week. I was able to retrieve one from the lake to replace one of the two stolen. Kenneth Danner
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FREE C.N.A. CLASSES (Certified Nursing Assistant)
July 14- July 29 Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm Almyra Community Center 107 South Elizabeth Street, Almyra Call Crestpark DeWitt. For more information, contact Marty or Rachel at 870-946-3569. **Job opportunity at Crestpark DeWitt after graduation**
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Ullrichs Tour U.S. Capitol ► Billie Ullrich and wife, Cindy, met with Senator Boozman on Tuesday June 10th for a tour of the U.S. Capitol. Senator Boozman helped arrange the tour for them and also posed for a picture. Billie is the Pastor of New Life Fellowship Church in DeWitt.
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Rice Leadership Class Continues in Arkansas and Mississippi After leaving the great mid-west area of the country, the 2014/16 Rice Leadership Development Class traveled to Arkansas to study the state’s rice farming practices and processing industries. The itinerary included meetings at transport company Bruce Oakley, Inc, Isbell Farms, and with executives at Producers Rice Mill and Riceland Foods. The group also discussed conservation practices with Ducks Unlimited President and rice farmer George Dunklin, and toured the Arkansas Rice Research and Extension Center to learn about the latest developments in rice research. From Arkansas, the class traveled to Mississippi to tour Farmers Grain Terminal, Inc. in Greenville, a regional grain marketing company serving over 2,900 producers/owners in the Mississippi delta, southeast Arkansas, and northeast Louisiana.
“As a California producer, and for my first time visiting Arkansas, the session was quite the learning experience,” said class member Jon Munger. “I was excited to be able to visit Zero Grade Farms in Humnoke and view firsthand the differences in farming practices compared to California. Visiting with Producers Rice Mill and Riceland Foods also gave me a great perspective of the size and importance of the rice production in Arkansas. The personal development we completed has provided great tips that will be useful now and in the future.” The Rice Leadership Development Program is sponsored by John Deere Company, RiceTec Inc. and American Commodity Company through The Rice Foundation and is managed by the USA Rice Federation.
Saturday Night on the Corner It’s hard to believe it is summer with temperatures in the 90’s. Come and celebrate under the air conditioner on June 28, 2014 at 5:30pm at Lodge Corner United Methodist Church, in the fellowship hall as we help the PET project. What can we do? Let us begin by coming together; bringing our friends, family and church groups to enjoy and participate as we listen to Charles and Lisa Anderson from Stuttgart, Arkansas share their ministry experiences. Monetary donations will be accepted.
We are located half way between Stuttgart and DeWitt on Hwy 165 in the bend of the road (across from the famous cafe, Rice Paddy Too). It is truly time to take a road trip. Come and gather with us in the time of fellowship and bring your group. Everyone is welcomed to the worship experience with this. 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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COMMUNITY NEWS
Dragons Featured in Hooten’s Arkansas Football
DeWitt — The DeWitt Dragons are voted by 8-4A conference coaches to finish seventh in the league in the 22nd annual Hooten’s Arkansas Football Magazine. The Arkansas Razorbacks are picked seventh in the SEC Western Division and ranked 59th nationally.
The book retails for $16.99 and is on sale at Kroger and Tommy›s Rexall. The 448-page book, which takes more than five months to compile, offers the most comprehensive preseason football coverage in Arkansas. Arkansas Razorback running backs Alex Collins, Korliss Marshall and Jonathan Williams grace the cover. In addition to providing extensive coverage of every high school team in the state, the book offers an indepth preview on the Razorbacks and coverage on each Southeastern Conference school. Arkansas State and every state college are previewed as well as all 128 Division I college teams in America. The graphically enhanced book features coaches› polls for each high school conference, statewide rankings for every team, super teams for each classification, a national college poll and complete college and high school schedules. Auburn is tabbed to win the SEC West, followed by Alabama, LSU, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, Mississippi State and Arkansas. South Carolina is picked to win the SEC Eastern Division, followed by Georgia, Missouri, Florida, Tennessee, Vanderbilt and Kentucky. Arkansas State is ranked second in the Sun Belt and 64th nationally. The Florida State Seminoles are Hooten’s preseason No. 1 team, followed by Auburn, Oregon, Alabama and Stanford. Hooten’s high school favorites to win it all in 2014 are Bentonville in Class 7A, Greenwood in Class 6A, Wynne in Class 5A, Warren in Class 4A, Booneville in Class 3A and Junction City in Class 2A. The book is published annually by Hooten Publishing, Inc., of Benton.
DeWitt Senior Center Menus Sponsored by Monday, June 30 Honey Mustard Chicken, Parslied Potatoes Green Peas White Bread Cinnamon Sugar Cookie, Milk Tuesday, July 1 Spaghetti with Meat Suace, Tossed Salad Broccoli Dinner Roll Apple Raisin Compote Frenh Dressing Milk Wednesday, July 2 Smothered Beef Whipped Potatoes Sliced Carrots
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Career and Technical Center at PCCUA Giving high schools students a head start in accumulating college credit while in high school, the Career & Technical Center (C&TC) at Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) is also a great deal for parents, since there is no cost to the student. The C&TC operates programs on all three PCCUA campuses. During the 2013-14 school year, 1,628 students attended C&TC classes on the PCCUA campuses during their regular school day through agreements with the local school districts served by the centers. Those students received a combined total of 4,923 credit hours in criminal justice, medical professions education, computer engineering, advanced manufacturing, horticulture, welding, education & training, and renewable energy technology. The cost of tuition for these programs, which is covered by the agreement with the schools, totaled $316,800. This amount does not include the cost of fees and textbooks that are also covered by the program. As a result, PCCUA saved parents of the attending students
a total of $315,072 last year. Many of these students will receive Certificates of Proficiency from PCCUA upon high school graduation. These certificates are indicators to potential employers that these students have a good basic grasp of the skills and knowledge required for an entry level job. The course work also is tied, in most cases, to higher level programs that can result in Technical Certificates and/or Associate Degrees in a field of study, if the student decides to continue in higher education. For more information about the programs, contact your high school counselor or the PCCUA high school relations director available on each campus. In Stuttgart, contact Michelle Blasengame at (870) 6734201, ext. 1816, or by email at mblasengame@pccua. edu. In DeWitt, Diana Graves may be reached at (870) 946-3506, ext. 1608, or dgraves@pccua.edu. In Helena-West Helena, call Florida Burnside at (870) 338-6474, ext. 1363, or email her at fmckinney@pccua.edu.
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By: Margaret Aycock, 870-282-8030, 870-723-5071, jaymara@hughes.net WEEKLY GREETINGS Howdy, Folks! Again, this is ole lady Maggie down here, sitting by the telephone, just waiting for all these calls, that I never get from all my fans out there??? Ha! Ha! But in spite of. everything, I still love each and everyone of you!!! This past week was not to good of a week for me, though. I was not feeling too good and I had several senior moments, if you know what I mean. If you don’t know, don’t ask. If you all live long enough, friends, you will know what I mean. But, guess what??? I’m ok. now, just thinking about all of you folks. I’m so Blessed! So, read on, folks... BENNETT’S 50th MEETING J.W. and I attended the 50th Wedding Anniversary, honoring Dale Keith and Edna (Lepine) Bennett of DeWitt, last Saturday (14th) afternoon. This celebration was hosted by Russell and Kay (Bennett) Pipkins, of Centatobia, (sic), MS., and Robert and Becky (Bennett) Manos of Alabama. This celebration party was held at the First United Methodist Church of DeWitt. Beautiful ceremony, I must say. Well deserved too. Anyone that could put up with the Bennett twins, deserves a big Hollywood blowout! Don’t you think? Hey, just kidding folks. We love all you folks, and besides that, Dale and Doyle gave out good “yellow rocks”.Gotta go now!! CBCC MEETING TO PLAN 4TH OF JULY ANNUAL FISH FRY The Crockett’s Bluff Community Center will meet
Thurday,evening at 7:00 p.m. for their June meeting. everybody is welcome to attend. We are planning on having the best year ever!!! Hope, Hope , Hope!!! BIRTHDAYS: Kalyn Stark - June 26 Kim Purdy - June27 Curtis Murphy - June 27 Temeren Pfaffenberger - Jun 28 JoAnna Earhart - June 28 Amanda Alter Martin - June 28 Ellie Houpt - June 28 Serteria Canady - June 28 Jacob Jones - June 28 Hayden Purdy - June 29 Bill Bateman - June 29 Kenneth Graves - June 29 J.W. Aycock - July 1 Ronni Hearne - July 1 Jacob Carter - July 1 Elton E. Butler - July 1 Ryan Holbert -- July 2 ANNIVERSARIES: Duane & Sheila Shook - June 26 Shawanna & Michael Wansley - June 27 Clint & Ellen Shadwick - June 27 Dick & Melissa Butcher - June 28 Preston & Rachel Mitchell - June 28 Wilbur & Vivian Meins - June 29 G0D BLESS THE USA!!!!!!!!!!
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FAITH & RELIGION WEEKLY SERMON
The Lamb That Became a Dragon (No. 2) By William Wood Rev. 13:11 prophesies the fall of the greatest nation that has ever been on Earth. God knew all about it 2,000 years ago, and caused it to be written in His Book, the Bible. For one who studies the Bible, it is very interesting to watch current events, as they unfold and prove the Scriptures to be exactly true! The Bible is history written in advance, as our AllKnowing God foreknew it all the way to the end. This writer loves history as it is a mighty boost in understanding the Bible. For example, I have a history book on my desk that gives the beginning of the rules and laws that have led to our Government striving to take Christ Jesus out of public life! One can hardly believe the stand against Jesus that many officials now take! To be against His Word is exactly the same thing as being against Him! Our Nations downhill plunge went much lower in 1947, when the Supreme Court of the U.S. made the following ruling on a court case between the Board of Education and Everson. Here is the ruling, taken from the court records, “The First Amendment has erected a wall between church and state. That wall must be kept high and impregnable. We could not approve the slightest breach.” To those of you who may not understand, this is saying that God must be kept out of government! It was at this time that the courts of America started to reverse the very principle foundation that America was founded on, and it was at this time that this Beast Power started to speak as a dragon! To keep God out of Government is to have a Government that is Anti-Christ! There is no neutral ground with God, we are either for Him, or against Him! There are no white black birds, and no sober drunk men! God demands a decision from us! When our Constitution was being formed George Washington was presiding over the Congress, and Ben Franklin made a speech that set the stage for their final decisions and declarations. May I quote part of it to you! “Mr. President - - - - - - I have lived Sir a long time, (he was 80) and the longer I live the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that God Governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow can’t fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an Empire can rise without His aid? We have been assured Sir, in the sacred writings, that except The Lord build the house they labor in vain that build it.” I firmly believe this, and I also believe that without His Concurring Help we shall succeed in the political building no better than the builders of Babel - - - - we ourselves shall become a reproach and byword to future (end quote).” You and I are now living in the age that was then future, and we have witnessed the spiritual collapse that the Godly Ben Franklin said would come if we ever ruled God out of our Government! The Bible does not teach that this Beast Power of Rev. Cpt. 13 (The U.S.A.) will ever return to God. It says rather, that it will end up enforcing the laws of the First Beast (Rev. 13:1) which is the Roman Power, and that all in the 2nd Beast Power (nation) who do not convert to Romanism will be killed! (Rev. 13:15) As always the majority will not believe this, but also, as always, God Proves His Word by bringing it to pass. If you don’t believe it now you will some day! The warning is clear. Amen
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Coping With Change By Tom Smith It’s inevitable; the question is “How will we respond to it?” Change. Such a small word. Only six letters. But, oh how big the ramifications! By nature we don’t like it because we’re creatures who love our “comfort zones”—you know, those familiar routines where we can put life on cruise control, kick back and enjoy the scenery. But, we know life’s not that way, is it? Nope, it’s full of unexpected curves in the road. . .hills and dales. . .bumps and potholes, not to mention those detestable construction zones where traffic’s backed up for miles. No, we love running full blast, feeling the wind in our face as we leave our cares behind. We much prefer a shanty by the seashore, with the sea-breezes gently blowing on us, to steep, uphill climbs with life’s backpack of burdens weighing us down. And, when you throw in those unforeseen crises or calamities that catch us off-guard, leaving us reeling like a punch-drunk boxer, it’s enough to cause us to scream out loud and wave the white flag of surrender. So, what are we to do when our lives have been turned upside down by change or we’re forced out of our comfort zones? The answer may seem trite to some, but it’s still true: Trust God. Someone once said, “There are two things that are certain in life: death and taxes.” But, dear Reader, to that list we also should add “change”—for it’s going to happen whether we like it or not. As King Solomon wrote in Ecclesiastes 3:1, “To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heavens.” Thus, just as the seasons change in a temperate climate, so is life filled with changes. Some good, some bad. Some large, some small. Some exciting, some devastating. But, again, the key in them all is our response to them. We can detest them or we can embrace them. We can throw a tirade against them or engage in thanksgiving in the midst of them. The choice is ours and determines if we’ll flourish, falter or fail. And, thankfully, the Lord God has promised to
how to approach Him and how to adore Him. Let us learn to reflect on all The Lord has already done, and let that be sufficient for the moment of solace and quiet we all need. “And your Father … will reward you.” Not By Michael P. Daniel [Jesus taught], “Your Father knows the things you have with our desires which are probably more potentially need of before you ask Him. Therefore pray: ‘Our Fa- destructive than constructive, but with the needs we ther in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom may not even be consciously aware of. And then trust come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. this blessing as sufficient for the day. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our Blessings, Michael debts as we forgive our debtors. Do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen’.” Matthew 6:8-13 Jesus is teaching much more than a prayer we should memorize; He is teaching about the very nature of prayer itself. When He speaks of the “hypocrites” who are much more concerned with putting on a prayer show than with the prayer itself, He is admonishing us that prayer which seeks to glorify the “prayer” rather than the One to whom we pray is a waste of time. How many times have we heard someone comment, “Man, that guy/girl sure can pray!”?? Maybe. It’s just that Jesus seems to suggest what they are really good at is putting on a show or giving a speech but pretending it is a prayer. The focus is on the prayer rather than on the One to whom we should be praying. There is also a component to this prayer often overlooked. Jesus say, “When you pray, go into your room; and when you have shut your door pray to your Father who is in the secret place. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you” (Matthew 6:6). Private. Even silent. No audience. “And your Father who sees in The Lutheran Churches of South secret will reward you”. There is a huge difference beArkansas County Invite You tween divine “reward” and “wishes granted” and again To Worship: places the focus back on the One to whom we are praying. The prayer itself is a prayer of adoration with a St. Luke Lutheran St. Paul Lutheran sprinkling of petition according to our genuine needs: our bread for the day in whatever form it may come, Church Church forgiveness in light of our having already forgiven oth903 E. 2nd St.-DeWitt Corner of 2nd & Roseers, and protection from temptations which have the Gillett 548-2554 946-2312 real power to lead us astray. What else is there? Of course we have needs, we have Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship worries, and we have real problems. Part of this prayer, Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m. then, is an act of faith in believing Jesus’ assurance that 10:45 a.m. “your Father knows …” The other part is in trusting that The Lord will see to what He will see to. “Your will Where Jesus Christ Is Always Present be done …” – not ours. In Word and Sacrament So rather than approaching our Father with a laundry Pastor Chad Philipp list that focuses strictly on us and our wants, let us learn
“work them all together for good as we love Him and fulfill His Purpose in our lives” (Romans 8:28). Or, as someone else paraphrased it, “He uses EVERYTHING for our good and His Glory.” So true, so true. Therefore, the question again is “How do you respond to change, dear Reader?” With open hands and heart? Clenched fists and gritted teeth? An attitude of gratitude or spirit of resentment and bitterness? When Jesus came to this earth, He knew the Purpose for which He came. Most likely, by age 12 He’d come to realize in His human mind that His Journey would ultimately lead Him to the Cross. How great His anguish must have been because of His omniscience—for He knew ahead of time what was going to happen before it happened and what lurked inside one’s head and heart when He first met them. We only know after the fact. And, how incredibly difficult it is even then! Let’s face it: Change is inevitable. And, quite often it is quite painful. Moving a loved one into a nursing home or having hospice come in isn’t on our bucket list; neither is losing a job, having our home blown away in a tornado or being told “I don’t love you anymore” by someone who pledged “till death we do part.” That’s why we must trust and entrust our lives to the God Who changes not (Hebrews 13:8; James 1:17). Only by resting in the loving Hands of a sparrowwatching, hair-counting, tear-catching God can we have Peace in the midst of change, pain and perplexity. Here’s praying you have that Peace, dear Reader. If not, the Lord Jesus is only a prayer away and cares for you very, very much. Cry out to Him; then rest in Him. That way, when change comes knocking at your door, you can have Him answer it and know all will be well. 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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Cancer Survivor Cancer Survivorship Begins at Moment of Diagnosis, Not End of Treatment When does a cancer patient become a cancer survivor? “As far as we are concerned, every cancer patient is considered a cancer survivor from the very first moment of their initial diagnosis,” says Lawrence Mendelsohn, M.D., a medical oncologist/hematologist and medical director at CARTI in Little Rock. CARTI is one of thousands of cancer care providers and oncology professionals currently observing June as National Cancer Survivor’s Month. “Regardless of your age, your diagnosis or your prognosis, there is nothing easy about fighting cancer,” says Dr. Mendelsohn. “While it is true that cancer is a physical
condition, it is, in fact, so much more,” explains Dr. Mendelsohn. “Cancer not only attacks the physical well-being of the patient, but it can also attack their emotional and mental well-being, not to mention the stress and strain it can place on relational and financial areas, as well.” Because cancer diagnosis carries with it a history of negative connotations, Dr. Mendelsohn says some patients are often confused when it comes to applying the word “survivor” to themselves. “We refuse to refer to our patients as cancer ‘victims,’” says Dr. Mendelsohn. “As long as you can fight back against the disease – be it medically, physically or emotionally – there is no reason they should be victimized by cancer. Instead, we consider our
patients to be warriors in the battle against cancer. Surrounded by an army of qualified oncology professionals, it is a fight that can often be won.” According to Dr. Mendelsohn, a positive attitude can play an integral role in the fight against cancer. “The key is not giving in to cancer,” says Dr. Mendelsohn. “As long as you are aware of your disease, know your treatment options, trust in your medical team, make peace with your decisions and live your life to the fullest potential, you are not a victim.” “Fighting cancer is not for the weak at heart,” says Dr. Mendelsohn. “Every minute you live with cancer is one that earns you the right to call yourself a survivor.” CARTI is a not-for-profit, multi-disci-
plinary cancer care provider offering medical and surgical oncology, diagnostic radiology and radiation oncology at locations throughout the state to provide convenient access for cancer patients. Chemotherapy is offered in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Benton, Clinton, Conway, El Dorado, Heber Springs, Monticello, Russellville and Stuttgart. Radiation therapy is offered in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Mountain Home and Searcy. The CARTI Foundation was incorporated in 1983 as a non-profit organization to assist CARTI in meeting the current and future needs of Arkansas cancer patients and their families.
Family Fun Day at Arkansas Post Make Your Reservations – Junior Archaeologist – June 28 The next Family Fun Day at Arkansas Post National Memorial will focus on National Park careers including Archeology. Kids will learn a few of the basics of the field especially how Archeology is different from the movies. Part of this project includes a sandbox activity for a mock dig. Kids participating should plan on getting dirty. The second part of the program will
focus on American Indian tribes in the region especially the Quapaw who played a pivotal role in the French fur trade and defense of Arkansas Post. The park will also share a short film on the Trail of Tears from the Cherokee perspective. Time Activity 9:00 – 9:30 National Park Ranger Careers 9:30 – 10:00 The Basics of Archeology
10:00 - 11:00 Mock Dig in sandbox 11:00 – 12:00 Trail of Tears video / break for snack-time 12:00 – 1:00 Quapaw programs Children attending must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors attending may want to pack a lunch or snack. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray are highly recommended. Please make reservations by calling the park, 870-548-2207.
Arkansas Post National Memorial is located on Arkansas Highway 169 approximately seven miles south of Gillett. It can be reached via US 165 and is about 20 miles south of DeWitt or 20 miles north of Dumas. All activities are free and there is no fee for entrance to the park. Programs and activities taking place in the Visitor Center are wheel chair accessible. For more information, please contact the park at 870548-2207.
Paper Piecing Quilt Workshop A paper piecing quilt workshop was held Saturday, June 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc, Arkansas. Eight participants learned to make quilt block using the paper piecing technique. The instructors were Eva Howard and Denise Reynolds, both of McCrory. Workshop participants were Tina and Linda Hayley of Des Arc, Teresa Hudson and Susan Furr of Little Rock, Susan Winkler and Karen and Holly Collier of Beebe, and Shelley Barber of Stuttgart. Lower White River Museum will host a beginner’s knitting workshop on Saturday, July 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information contact Monica Smith at the Lower White River Museum, 2009 Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040. Phone (870) 256-3711 Fax (870) 256-9202. E-mail: monica.f.smith@arkansas.gov. Lower White River Museum State Park is one of 52 state parks administered by the State Parks Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.
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Your birthday brings back memories Of laughter and of tears Of all the celebrations held Throughout your precious years The Maguire EHC met at the Willows Restaurant on June 12, 2014. Sevella Parker read the Thought of the Month: “Find a place inside where there’s joy, and the joy will burn out the pain” by Joseph Campbell. The inspiration was given by Linda Goodwin entitled “Ask Me Not” by Steven Schumacker, with scripture coming from Philippians 4:13. In the absence of Betty Vansandt, Linda called the roll with six members answering to “What Makes You Laugh?” Most answered with, “my grandchildren” or “silly stuff I do.” The Treasurer’s report was given by Patsy Coose. Lizzy Bronson, the 2014 Miss Arkansas County Rice was our guest for last month’s meeting. She served her winning dish, Chicken Alfredo and Rice Casserole with Vansandt adding the salad and dessert. Everyone was encouraged to send her Thank You notes for joining us and supporting the rice industry in our community. Mary Ruth Dupslaff gave the program on Gluten Free eating and passed out several good tips to each mem-
ber present. Eye openers were brought by Patsy Coose, Camark Pottery, an August 27, 1953 edition of the DeWitt Era Enterprise with the history of Almyra by Jim Bennett; Eleanor brought a display for necklaces she had made; Linda brought a picture of the swing she and Steve (her husband) made from a rocking chair. The chair was purchased during last years August outing at the Flea Market in Humphrey; Bettye Jane brought salsa and chips to serve everyone. The recipe came from her trip to Mt. View. Community hours were collected from all members. The Helpful Hint of the Month is: Keep fruit and vegetables fresh by lining your vegetable compartment with paper towel to absorb excess moisture. Hostess, Patsy, served a White Texas Sheet Cake to all members after they had ordered dinner from the menu. The meeting was adjourned with the reading of the Membership Pledge. The July meeting will be hosted by Eleanor Bullock.
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As you’re now watching over us We hope that you can see How much those memories we made Will always mean to us We’ll always cherish time we had And smile just at the thought We hope you know the magnitude Of joy your life here brought On holidays and birthdays It’s so hard to be apart Like every day that falls between Your memory fills our hearts Your’re with us now wherever we go You’re part of all we do We’ll celebrate your special day And the gift of loving you
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A Nation That Forgot By Michael L. Waldroup Our beloved America started as a church relocation project. Our forefathers came here to worship God in freedom and liberty of conscience, not as the popes of Rome and the government dictated to them. They came here to have freedom from religion (man-made religion). Our first president, George Washington, gave his first inaugural speech in 1789. He gave the speech in New York City on the balcony of the Senate Chambers at the Federal Hall on Wall Street, which was the nation’s capital before it was moved to Virginia during his first term. In this speech, Washington is giving Almighty God the credit for establishing this nation and a warning if we ever forget this. Following is an excerpt from that speech. “We ought to be no less persuaded that the propitious smiles of Heaven can never be expected on a nation that disregards the eternal rules of order and right which Heaven itself ordained.� When the inaugural ceremony was over, Washington and the New House of Representatives went to a place to pray and dedicate this new nation to God. This place was located at ground zero where the World Trade Center stood. God started His Judgment on this nation at the very site our Founding Fathers dedicated to Him. Our Founding Fathers were not perfect men. They were Christians saved by Grace. Just like any Christian, they had their faults and were sinners who needed forgiveness just like the rest of us. They had a love and respect for the Lord. They governed the
nation according to His Word. And, God blessed us because we had leaders that understood the principles that God had laid down for us to live by. (Not so anymore!) Our nation was founded by Godly men on Godly principles to live by. But, according to Revelation 13:11, we are now in the time when our present day leaders are “speaking as a dragon�, or speaking for Lucifer, not the Lord. One example is that our President and Vice President publically stated that they are comfortable with samesex marriage, and have extended to them the same benefits as a God ordained marriage between a man and a woman. When did God ever give a benefit to someone living in open sin like this? He said repent or perish. The Church World even condones this by ordaining gays and lesbians as ministers. Yes, America is now not later “speaking as a dragon�. That is just one issue. There are the issues of no praying in our schools, no Bibles in schools, and judges being ordered to take The Ten Commandments off their courtroom walls. We could go on and on. The dragon (Lucifer) is roaring loud. Psalm 33:12, tells us, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.� Jeremiah 12:17, tells us, “But if they will not obey, I will utterly pluck up and destroy that nation, saith the Lord.�  Which of these verses do you think describes America best? To be continued.
By Pastor Steve Ellison lustrations should be shocking to you. They should jar you out of the apathy which nauseates your Savior. He will vomit the lukewarm believer out of His mouth. He knocks at the heart of the believer asking to be admitted and the knock is not answered. Is it possible to read this passage without being overwhelmed with grief and sadness? Please take care to read it with a view toward examining self, not some other person.  Revelation 2:2-5 contains a sober warning as well, “I know your deeds and your toil and perseverance, and that you cannot tolerate evil men, and you put to the test those who call themselves apostles, and they are not, and you found them to be false; and you have perseverance and have endured for My name’s sake, and have not grown weary. But I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Therefore remember from where you have fallen, and repent and do the deeds you did at first; or else I am coming to you and will remove your lampstand out of its place — unless you repent.� (NASU) This passage makes it plain that it is possible to do many good things that are much needed in the kingdom of God and yet not be pleasing to God. We must be careful to serve Christ out of love and affection. Christ must be our “first love�. We must not serve out of duty alone.  The condition of my heart and your heart is a determining factor in whether or not God blesses our churches with revival. I must not be lukewarm in my affection toward Christ. I must not leave my first love. I must serve out of love for my Savior. The existence of good works is not sure proof of an acceptable attitude. Love for Christ is the only indicator. pastorsteve8800@gmail.com
UAM Preregistration The University of Arkansas at Monticello will hold a preregistration session for incoming freshmen July 14 and a second session July 15 for transfer students, re-admitted students and high school students who plan to take classes on the UAM campus, according to Mary Whiting, director of admissions. The July 14 session for incoming freshmen begins at 12:30 p.m., in the Fine Arts Center. Only students who have applied for admission and have received mail notification may preregister on this date. Letters of invitation were sent to each student with a request for a reply. Â Limited places are available for each session.
Sessions for parents will provide information regarding the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA), academic programs, financial aid, student programs and activities, residence life, campus safety and services, and information technology. Transfer students who have received mail notification, students who have been re-admitted to the university and high school students planning to take classes on the UAM campus may preregister for the fall semester in the Office of Admissions in Harris Hall on July 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 844-1826 or (870) 460-1026.
Verizon Brings Arkansas Legends to Football Camp DJ Williams, Darren McFadden, Peyton Hillis to coach central Arkansas youth Three Arkansas natives currently playing in the NFL will put their coaching skills to work locally when the Arkansas Legends ProCamp comes to Verizon Arena in North Little Rock on Friday, July 11. The event, presented by Verizon, will host 150 kids, ages 7 to 14, from area Boys and Girls clubs and Life CHAMPS. New England Patriots tight end D.J. Williams of Little Rock, Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden of North Little Rock and New York Giants running back Peyton Hillis of Conway will teach the fundamentals of football to campers. “This camp gives children an opportunity to meet and have fun learning from some of the legendary football players from our state. Verizon’s position as
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First Love Lost church members are holding back revival in 21st century America. The condition of my heart and the hearts of other saved church members is holding back the revival that God wants to bring to America.  Our refusal to dwell on things that are honorable, right, pure, lovely, praiseworthy, and excellent is keeping God from sweeping through our churches with a time of refreshment and reviving. Please do not misunderstand me. Confronting evil is not prohibited by Scripture; rather, it is commanded. Confronting evil, hating that which God hates, does meet the guidelines of things that are honorable, right, pure, lovely, praiseworthy, and excellent. However, I think much of our focus is not on things which are honorable, right, pure, etc.  There is another thing to consider concerning revival: my attitude and your attitude. The Bible speaks of burning hearts, cold hearts, and lukewarm hearts.  Revelation 3:15-22 is an eye-opening passage. Christ is speaking to His Church, telling us that our lukewarm state is nauseating to Him. He literally tells us that He will vomit us out of His mouth unless we change. We often use verse 20 as an evangelistic verse but that is using it completely out of context. Christ is not knocking at the door of the unbeliever but rather at the door of the church! Is there a sadder thought in all the Scripture? Christ, the head of the Church, who died for the Church, is standing at the door of the Church, knocking and no one answers His knock.  The lukewarm hearts that make up the 21st century church in America are shameful and denigrate the memory of the Author of our Faith and the memory of faithful Christians who delivered that faith to us.  We must evaluate our attitude and commitment to Christ and His Church. These two il-
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the official wireless partner of the NFL allows us to bring this experience home to the Little Rock community,â€? said Kristi Crum, president of Verizon in Arkansas. “Meeting successful athletes who grew up in Arkansas will serve as inspiration for young Arkansans to excel in everything they do.â€? Spots for the Arkansas Legends ProCamp are not available for purchase since they will be filled by local charities, but Verizon is offering the public an opportunity for young players to win one of 20 available registrations. Sign up at ArkansasLegendsCamp.com before 11p.m. on Sunday, July 6. The contest rules, regulations and details can be found at ArkansasLegendsProCamp.com.Â
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Leading manufacturer of military combat footwear is accepting applications for the following positions: ASSISTANT PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR Assist with the supervision of operating workers and the coordination of production activities. Prior manufacturing supervisory experience is required. Prior sewing manufacturing supervisory experience is preferred but is not required. Pre-employment drug test is required. Belleville offers Competitive Benefits. Pay based on Experience. FAX RESUME: (870) 946-2056 EMAIL RESUME: apply@bellevilleboot.com VISIT US ONLINE: www.bellevilleboot.com EEO AA Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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IMMEDIATE JOB OPENINGS Experienced Sewing Machine Operators General Production Workers Former Employees Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age, Industrial Sewing Machine experience is preferred but is not required. Overtime is required. Pre-employment drug test is required. Benefits Include: 401K Retirement Plan, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, and Attendance Bonus Program. Apply in Person: Highway 1 South, DeWitt, AR 72042 Dates: Monday through Friday Time: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM EEO AA Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 773 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ANY PRIOR ORDINANCES AND/OR RESOLUTIONS CONCERNING RATES FOR COMMERCIAL GARBAGE COLLECTION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ORDINANCE NO. 752 AND THOSE ORDINANCES AMENDED THEREBY; FIXING THE FEES ASSESSED FOR THE SAME; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES OF ARKANSAS, INC., TO PROVIDE FOR THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION, AND DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE FROM COMMERCIAL BUSINESSES IN THE CITY OF DEWITT; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeWitt, Arkansas, has determined that it is more efficient, financially sound, and in the best interest of the inhabitants of the City of DeWitt to enter into a contract with Waste Management of Arkansas, Inc. (hereinafter, “WMA”) for the latter to provide for the collection, transportation, and disposal of commercial businesses’ garbage and trash in the City of DeWitt; and WHEREAS, the form of a contract with WMA entitled, “Transportation and Disposal Agreement,” has been presented to the City Council for consideration, and the City Council desires to enter into the same, being in the best interest of the City of DeWitt; and WHEREAS, said contract is for a term of five (5) years; provides for WMA to have the exclusive right to provide for the collection, transportation, and disposal of garbage and trash from commercial businesses in the City of DeWitt; provides for WMA to purchase 134 of the City’s existing dumpsters from the City for the sum of $100.00 each; sets a fee of $300.00 per load for WMA’s use of the DeWitt Transfer Station; establishes a fee rate schedule, a copy of which is attached hereto as Schedule “A”; provides for Commercial Price Index adjustment of fees annually; grants a franchise to WMA for commercial garbage collection for a 10% fee which shall be retained by the City from fees paid by customers for WMA’s services; and other provisions; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEWITT, ARKANSAS, THAT: Section 1. The form, terms, and provisions of the above-referenced contract are hereby approved in substantially the form presented at this meeting, with such insertions, omissions, and changes as shall be approved by the Mayor and/or City Attorney, the execution of such contract being conclusive evidence of such approval; and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute the Agreement and any related attachments thereto. After execution, the Clerk shall keep a copy of said contract in the City’s records. Section 2. Paragraph 1 of Section 1 of Ordinance No. 104, Ordinance No. 46, and subsequent Ordinances amending said Ordinance No. 104, including, but not limited to, Ordinance Nos. 542, 602, 605, 725, and 752, are hereby amended and shall hereafter read as follows: (6) Business and commercial houses and medical clinics not operated from a dwelling (actually used and occupied as a dwelling) shall be charged for collection of garbage and/or refuse and/or trash in the accordance with the following fee schedule, subject to annual adjustments in accordance with the Consumer Price Index:
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Section 3. The new commercial garbage collection rate, as stated above, shall go into effect on July 1, 2014. Section 4. All prior ordinances, resolutions, or parts thereof pertaining to commercial garbage/solid waste collection rates or fees are hereby amended as set forth herein; and those ordinances, resolutions, or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict Section 5. The City Council of the City of DeWitt, Arkansas, having found that it is necessary to provide for the continued collection, transportation, and disposal of garbage from businesses in the City of DeWitt and that there is an immediate need to modify the rates and enter in a contract with WMA in order to better serve and protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the City of DeWitt, an emergency is declared to exist, and this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval, and publication. PASSED AND APPROVED this 9th day of JUNE, 2014. APPROVED BY: /s/ Ralph Relyea MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ Lelia Bell CITY CLERK Adv. 26-2tfc
LEGAL NOTICE ORDINANCE NO. 772 AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF THE DEWITT MUNICIPAL AIRPORT TO THE “DEWITT MUNICIPAL AIRPORT WHITCOMB FIELD” WHEREAS, Gerald R. Whitcomb, an upstanding and admirable citizen of the City of DeWitt, Arkansas, has faithfully served the City through his work with and tireless commitment to the DeWitt Municipal Airport and its Commission; and WHEREAS, during his tenure with the DeWitt Airport Commission, including service as its Chairman,
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the airport has benefitted through such projects as rejuvenation of the runway, installation of a beacon and tower, installation of an above-ground fuel system, construction of an asphalt parallel taxiway, construction of a six-bay hangar, and installation of an LED taxiway system, among other projects; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of DeWitt, Arkansas, wishes to recognize Gerald R. Whitcomb’s work, dedication, and commitment by renaming the DeWitt Municipal Airport in his honor; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEWITT, AR-
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KANSAS, THAT: SECTION 1. The City Council of DeWitt, Arkansas, and the DeWitt Airport Commission do hereby pause to honor and congratulate Gerald R. Whitcomb on his years of service and dedication to the City of DeWitt, Arkansas, and the DeWitt Municipal Airport and its Commission; and in recognition of the same, hereby ordain that the DeWitt Municipal Airport shall now and hereinafter be known as the “DeWitt Municipal Airport Whitcomb Field” and shall be designated as such by appropriate and prominent signage. SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication. SECTION 3. Any Ordinances or parts of Ordinances that are in conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. PASSED AND APPROVED in regular session this 9th day of JUNE, 2014. APPROVED: /s/ Ralph Relyea ATTEST: MAYOR Lelia Bell CITY CLERK Adv. 26-2tfc
LEGAL NOTICE TRUSTEE’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 April 15, 2005, Gennie K. Ester a/k/a Gennie Robinson and Roger Robinson executed a deed of trust conveying certain property therein described to James R. Pender, as Trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Watermark Financial Partners Inc., its successors and assigns; and WHEREAS, said deed of trust was duly recorded April 27, 2005, at Book 2005, Page 2549 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 Wells Fargo Bank, NA, 3476 Stateview Blvd, Fort Mill, SC 29715, (866)234-8271; WHEREAS, the mortgagee or beneficiary has provided the undersigned a copy of the letter required to be sent to Gennie K. Ester a/k/a Gennie Robinson and Roger Robinson 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 Trustee, by virtue of the power, duty, and authority vested in and imposed upon said Trustee will, on July 16, 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 deed of trust, said property being real estate situated in Arkansas County, Arkansas, and being more particularly described as follows: The following lands lying in the Northern District of Arkansas County, Arkansas, to wit: Lot 37 Quad-S Subdivision to the City of Stuttgart, Northern District of Arkansas County, Arkansas. More commonly known as: 306 Lee Place, 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 Trustee’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. 1292-222048 WILSON & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C. 1521 Merrill Drive, Suite D-220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72211 (501) 219-9388 Kate Lachowsky (2012039) FHA No. DNoticeofDefaultTrusteeAR_mcalva_140512_1437 For more information regarding this foreclosure sale, visit WWW.MYFIR.COM Adv. 25-4tfc
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Capture and Destruction of the USS Queen City By Don Roth Gen. Joe Shelby led his Brigade across the swollen Cache River and Bayou DeView, its treacherous tributary on the night of June 21, 1864. Having completed much recruiting and organizational tasking, Gen. Shelby now set to work to prevent navigation of the White River as previously ordered. Remarkably, he was doing so with assistance from once roving bands who were now accountable members of regular Confederate Army units presently assigned to mislead the enemy. The southeast struggle through the flooded bottomland stopped at the old Military Road, now State Highway 302. Movement continued on this southward route until the afternoon of the 23rd, when the command bivouacked on ground 12 inches above water, about two miles from Clarendon, where the tinclad gunboat Queen City was anchored. Being advised ahead of time by his scouts of the gunboat’s presence, in addition to its size and armament, a strong perimeter guard was posted and the troops were cautioned to keep quiet. For added security a picket was placed around the town upon every road and foot path, to arrest every one entering or leaving. At 10 P.M. the gunboat commander, Acting Masters Mate Michael Hickey, heard a rifle go off and was informed by the officer of the watch that a guard had thought he had seen men on horseback. A reconnaissance was ordered by Hickey into the town and was accomplished by 30 sailors in three separate groups. They returned 80 minutes later and reported having found nothing unusual. What they didn’t know was they had nearly collided with Shelby’s scouts who had stared at them with painful intensity. At midnight with Gen. Shelby in direct charge, a four gun battery moved out silently toward the river in company with 400 riflemen selected from his three regiments. Impressed with the danger of the mission, the small column took on the appearance of a funeral procession. When about a mile from the town, the men for the first time got a partial view of their target, the tinclad gunboat plated with one and one quarter inches of iron and mounting nine guns. Here Shelby ordered a halt while the limber chests were uncoupled from the guns and left behind with the horses and drivers. Knowing that darkness and silence was all that could save them from detection, in the final phase of the cautious advance, four details
quietly pulled the heavy guns ahead through the mud. All this time the sleeping monster continued to look bigger and more forbidding in the closing distance. By 2 A.M. a pair of guns was positioned 50 yards abreast of the intimidating craft and two were placed 100 yards upstream in front. Duvalls Bluff was situated 12 air miles above and joined the railroad to Little Rock. This supply line was essential to Gen. Steele because the Arkansas River was just too fickle to rely one. The command to fire was given at 3:45. Four simultaneous shots combined with the riflemen aiming at the portholes, caused instant chaos aboard the craft. But the anchor cable was quickly severed for such an emergency and the engineers quickly had the paddle wheels in motion to get away until a solid shot disabled an engine, causing the boat to nose into the willows on the opposite side. Twenty minutes later four blasts of the whistle signaled surrender and a line was strung from the crippled 65 man vessel and made fast to a large tree on the east bank. Shelby quickly sent his surgeon aboard to assist nine wounded sailors including Hickey while others laboriously moved into shore battery a captured 24-pounder and one 12-pounder. Fifty stands of arms were also taken as well as clothing and commissary supplies. Incessant bell ringing and shrieking whistles announced the approach of naval support and so a powder train to the magazine was ignited after the Queen City was cast loose and a devastating explosion followed after drifting one half mile downstream. A few minutes’ later three gunboats commanded by 23 year old Lt. George Bache steamed around a bend 300 yards above Shelby’s position. A light tinclad vessel comparable with the Queen City stalled above the shore battery when its steering linkage was disabled. The others moved past with guns blazing where the proper elevation allowed. Downstream the two boats rounded to and delivered a punishing crossfire, forcing the Southerners to release their grip from the river leaving many to wonder how they got away alive. (Coleman Smith “Capture of the Gunboat Queen City,” Confederate Veteran, 22 (1914)” 120121) (Records of General Courts Martial and Courts of Inquiry of the Navy Department, 1799-1867)
HRC: Resolution Meant to Intimidate Arkansas Judiciary Recently, the Arkansas Legislative Council passed a resolution in support of Amendment 83, an amendment to the Arkansas Constitution that makes it unconstitutional for the state to recognize or perform same-sex marriages or civil unions. While nonbinding, the resolution strongly urges the Arkansas Supreme Court to uphold the ban against marriage equality. Human Rights Campaign President and Arkansas native Chad Griffin made the following statement: “The Arkansas Legislative Council can’t intimidate the judiciary into ignoring the fact that gay and lesbian couples have a constitutional right to marry, “said Griffin. “This is a matter of basic fairness and shouldn’t be subject to political gamesmanship.” The
resolution is in response to a ruling by Pulaski County Circuit Judge Chris Piazza who struck down the state’s ban on same sex marriage in May in Wright v. Arkansas-- led by attorneys Cheryl Maples and Jack Wagoner. The decision allowed hundreds of Arkansas gay and lesbian couples to get married before the Arkansas Supreme Court issued a stay. The Attorney General has appealed Wright to the state Supreme Court. Republican Arkansas State Senator Jason Rapert sponsored the resolution, presenting it initially in May. The measure required a six-day notice to be considered, but Rapert wanted to suspend the rules needing a two-thirds vote. It failed.
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the question: “What makes you laugh?” Most of those present answered that either good jokes or babies are the biggest laugh producers. Becki Weinrich read the helpful hint: To keep fruits and vegetables fresh, line vegetable compartment with paper towel to absorb excess moisture. Arlene Ferguson was also present. Everyone enjoyed the delicious refreshments served by Fletcher. The July meeting will be a potluck lunch on Tuesday, July 15, at Margie Hackney’s river home. We have invited the 2014 Miss Arkansas County Rice, Lizzie Bronson, to attend so we can sample her winning dish. Grantham’s Attend Bridesmaid’s Shower A bridal tea was held in the home of Mrs. Julie Adams for bride to be Christina Grantham, and her fiancé Bernie Crowley on Sunday, June 22, 2014. The couple enjoyed visiting with many friends and family in attendance. Other hostesses for the occasion were Barbara Menard, Carolyn Berry, Charlotte Hackney, Donna Barnett, Karen Place, Lynn Holzhauer, Melissa Wood, Nancy Whiting, Susan Williams, and Teresa Griffie.
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The DeWitt Public Library hosted the Summer Reading Program for the month of June on Tuesdays and Wednesday mornings. The Reading Program on Tuesdays were from ages 5-7 and Wednesdays ages 8-10. The
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2014 Waterfowl Guide Application Request Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge is offering commercial guiding opportunities to assist waterfowl hunters in five waterfowl hunt zones of the refuge. All other refuge lands are closed to commercial and sport waterfowl hunting. The North Unit is divided into four hunt zones. Those zones are listed as follows from north to south: Roc Roe Zone, Crooked Lakes Zone, Maddox Bay Zone, and Brown Shanty Zone. The south unit has one commercial zone, the Jacks Bay waterfowl hunt zone. There will be a
total of (5) permits issued. For information on how to obtain an application package, please contact the Dale Bumpers White River NWR Office, Monday – Friday 8:00 am until 4:00 pm at (870) 282-8200. Applications must be sent to Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge, P.O. Box 205 St. Charles, AR 72140. All applications must be postmarked by August 1, 2014. Envelopes must be marked ATTENTION: WATERFOWL GUIDE APPLICATION. The drawing will be held August 15th,
2014 (9:00 am central standard time) at the office of Dale Bumpers White River National Wildlife Refuge in St. Charles. The drawings for all five zones will be conducted at this time. All applicants (or approved representatives) are required to attend. Applicants are advised to read the Prospectus and Invitation for Applications completely before applying. For additional information, contact Bo Sloan, Refuge Project Leader by telephone at 870-282-8200. The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wild-
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State Capitol Week in Review From Senator Jonathan Dismang When the board of the state Teacher Retirement System voted last week to increase its investment in a northeast Arkansas steel mill, it renewed questions about the role of government in private enterprise. For several generations elected officials at all levels of government have emphasized their support for policies that create jobs and promote economic development. Especially during tough economic periods, promises to create jobs are a staple of campaign rhetoric from candidates all the way across the spectrum from left to right. The Arkansas Economic Development Commission has a wide variety of incentives it uses to recruit new industries to the state, and to encourage existing industries to expand. Those incentives include tax credits, financing and government funding for job training and construction of roads, rail lines, water
projects and drainage systems. In every legislative session, lawmakers consider bills to expand and improve the AEDC’s industrial recruitment strategies. Those bills usually pass with little or no opposition, after routine discussion. Another example of the widespread support for government’s role in job creation occurred in a statewide election in 2004, when voters approved Amendment 82 to the Arkansas Constitution. It authorizes the state to issue bonds to finance “super projects” that create jobs and generates economic investments in Arkansas. Amendment 82 was referred to voters by the legislature in the 2003 regular session, and it passed by a vote of 432,000 to 261,000. Legislators were careful after they got what they wished for. Last year, when legislators had their first opportunity to implement Amend-
ment 82, they did so only after lengthy consideration and vigorous debate. The controversy centered around the impact on an existing steel mill in northeast Arkansas, which has not been operating at full capacity because of current market demands. The new steel mill will receive government financial help while in direct competition with the existing mill, which has said it may have to lay off workers if demand for its steel continues to decline. The existing steel mill has filed objections before regulatory agencies to the issuing of environmental permits to the new mill, so far without success. However, the permits are being appealed in the courts. All the lingering questions came up again last week when the state Teacher Retirement System’s board voted to invest an additional $60 million in the proposed new steel mill, bringing the
retirement system’s total stake in the steel mill to $125 million. The retirement system will own 20 percent of the mill when it is fully financed and operational. The head of the steel mill said he hoped to complete financing and begin construction in July. Officials at the teacher retirement system believe the investment is sound, and that it complies with their fiduciary obligations to protect the system’s assets and thus protect the future pension benefits of retired teachers. State employee and teacher retirement systems across the country have long been making direct investments in private enterprise, both in the United States and abroad. The Arkansas teacher retirement system has a stock portfolio and also invests in timberland and real estate.
ACH Happy and Healthy Did you know that kids are more likely to die or be critically injured between now and Labor Day? I realize just how terrifying that sounds, but it’s absolutely true. I can tell you from my years of experience as a surgeon at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, that we always see a spike in injuries at our Emergency Department – injuries that require major surgery or critical care – between Memorial and Labor Day. Why? Because kids are out of school and exploring and sometimes that leads to situations that aren’t safe. At ACH we place a true emphasis on spreading the word about injury prevention. We would love for there to be a day when our jobs are no longer necessary because children aren’t getting hurt. We know we’re a long way from that point, though. This summer, our Injury Prevention Center is working hard to make sure that parents know the risks their chil-
dren face during this season. They are promoting the hashtag #100deadliestdays on Twitter, with a tip every day to help families avoid some of the top circumstances that lead to kids’ deaths this time of year. Among those risks is teen driving. Last year, nearly 1,000 people died in crashes that involved teen drivers between Memorial Day and Labor Day, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data. Of those killed, more than half were teens. Once school lets out, teens are more likely to drive for fun, rather than for a purpose like going to class or taking a sibling to practice. This leads to dangerous situations like too many distractions and passengers. Teens with more than two teen passengers increase their risk of a fatal crash by more than five times, according to the ACH Injury Prevention Center. In addition, more drivers overall are on the road during vacation season, which further increas-
es the hazards. Be sure to have an open discussion with your teen drivers about the need to put their cell phones away, limit their passengers to only one unrelated person under 18 and abide by their curfew as set by the state’s graduated driver license law. Families can bring even more to the discussion by asking their young drivers to join them in signing a parent-teen agreement that establishes guidelines and expectations, as well as consequences. For more info and ideas on how to put together a parent-teen driving agreement, check out driveithome. org and check under the yellow tab marked “What You Can Do.” While teen driving is one of the easiest areas to pinpoint for increased perils during the summer, younger children face dangers too. They are more likely to be involved in car crashes, which underscores the importance of properly installed car seats.
You can learn more about having your child’s passenger safety seat checked by calling the ACH Injury Prevention Center at (501) 364-3400. The center’s web page has a wealth of information for parents on several of the dangers kids face between Memorial and Labor Day. Just visit archildrens.org and type “Injury Prevention Center” in the search box at the top right to access those resources. Over the last few weeks, I’ve already used this space to offer tips on recreational water safety and avoiding leaving a child in a hot car. You can expect to see me cover even more topics soon that will help you and your family avoid the risks children face during the 100 deadliest days of summer. Another tip: The MyACH iPhone app available from the Apple iTunes store can help you find lots of helpful information about preventing all kinds of injuries and illnesses. Download it free today.
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