D (USPS156-140) Vol. 132, Number 28 DeWitt, AR 72042 • 16 Pages • 2 Sections • 75 cents
AROUND THE COUNTY
eWitt Baseball/Softball Association Awards
Story and Photos on Pages A8, B1, and B3
Serving Arkansas County, County Arkansas Since 1882 Thursday, July 10, 2014
Crocketts Bluff Independence Day Celebration
DEWITT YOUTH CENTER SUMMER FUN
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.
THE DEWITT PUBLIC LIBRARY
The DeWitt Public Library will be closed for the week of July 28th through August 1st for staff in-service and yearly deep cleaning. We will open back on August 4th with regular business hours. We thank you for your cooperation!
FIRST CHRISTIAN VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
First Christian Church, 1801 S. Grandview Drive, DeWitt will be having a Vacation Bible School on Saturday, July 19 from 9:00 a.m. - noon. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. The VBS is open to kids 3 years old through those entering the 6th grade.
BELLEVIEW MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH IN ETHEL, AR
Belleview Missionary Baptist Church in Ethel, AR will be having Vacation Bible School on July 12, 2014. Registration will begin at 8:30. VBS will run all day with lunch being served to the kids. Closing Program will be at 1:30 and family is invited to attend. For more information contact Deane Bisswanger at 501-472-0576.
UNITY BAPTIST CHURCH YOUTH CAR WASH
Unity Baptist Church is having a youth car wash at the DeWitt Bank parking lot on Saturday, July 12 from 9:0012:00 noon. The church is fundraising for church camp.
By Shelly Faulkner Crocketts Bluff kicked the 4th of July off with a bang with a bouncy house, seed spitting, dunking booth, horse shoes, bubble gum blowing, sack races, watermelon eating, and
baggo. A parade kicked the morning off, followed by an auction, then a catfish lunch with all the trimmings.. All photos were provided by Diana Graves.
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LOCAL NEWS CHARLES POLICE REPORT
June 11, 2014 - St. Charles Officer Bobby Hopson pulled over a vehicle for speeding. Officer Hopson asked the driver, John Hawley, if he had any weapons on him and Mr. Hawley stated no. Officer Hopson then asked Mr. Hawley if he had any drugs on him and Mr. Hawley stated no. Officer Hopson performed a pat down on Mr. Hawley and found in Mr. Hawley’s shirt pocket a small amount of marijuana, rolling papers and Adderall in a plastic baggie. Mr. Hawley was placed under arrest and taken to ACDC on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance for the marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance for the pills, Possession of Instrument of a Crime, and Speeding. Mr. Hawley is set for trail August 5, 2014. June 16, 2014 - St. Charles Chief of Police, Jamie Forbes, pulled over a vehicle for speeding. Chief Forbes informed the driver, Carlton Hobbs, his name, department and reason for the stop. While Chief Forbes was talking to Mr. Hobbs he smelled the odor of a green leafy, vegetable-like substance he believed to be marijuana. Chief Forbes asked Mr. Hobbs to step out of the vehicle. Chief Forbes asked Mr. Hobbs if he had any weapons or anything illegal on his person and Mr. Hobbs stated no. Chief Forbes noticed that Mr. Hobbs was grabbing at his shorts a lot during the conversation. Chief Forbes performed a pat down on Mr. Hobbs and felt something that Chief Forbes believed was contraband. Mr. Hobbs was placed in handcuffs and asked what was the object. Mr. Hobbs stated marijuana. Mr. Hobbs pulled out a plastic bag that contained 6 plastic baggies of a green, leafy substance believed to be marijuana. Chief Forbes contacted the Tri-County Drug Task Force. Capt. Dean Manis came to the traffic stop and took over jurisdiction. The amount weight turned out to be 5.8 ounces. The Tri-County Drug Task seized the vehicle that Mr. Hobbs was driving and cash. Mr. Hobbs was transported to ACDE and charged with Felony Possession with Intent to Deliver and issued a warning for the speeding. The case is being sent to the County Prosecutor. June 24, 2014 - St. Charles Chief of Police Jamie Forbes made a traffic stop for speeding. Chief Forbes, after the initial contact, noticed two open containers of beer in the backseat of the vehicle. Chief Forbes asked if there was anything else illegal in the vehicle. Chief Forbes was given permission to search the vehicle. In the back seat in a box Chief Forbes located a glass pipe with residue believed to be marijuana. A
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rear passenger, Stuart Graham, stated the pipe belonged to him. Mr. Graham was placed under arrest for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and transported to ACDC.
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. 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
Editor’s Note
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of your love and generosity. Your continued love and support will allow us to complete our parking lot. LifeLine Missionary Baptist Church would like to remember Emma Vansandt who gave so much of herself, her time and her love for the accomplishments that have been made thus far through all of Emma’s work and dedication. Emma will be forever loved and missed. LifeLine Missionary Baptist Church was established to reach out to those whom none others were reaching for. Memorials may be made to: LifeLine Missionary Baptist Church 35 CR 7415 Wynne, AR 72396
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Crocketts Bluff, St. Charles, and Ethel News By Margaret Aycock WEEKLY GREETING: Hello There Everyone! It still amazes me so much just how fast a week goes by. of a weekly one. Ha! Ha! But, I thank the Lord that I maybe can cheer someone up or make someone laugh every week because that’s my goal, you know. I love my job and it still makes me feel so good when folks tell me they like to read my column. Thanks again, folks! 4th OF JULY: I will start this with a big “thank you, GOD, for giving us such a nice day, Friday, (4th) for the annual 4th parade and celebration.” I had such a good time, as usual. The parade started at 9:30 a.m. Afterwards, was an auction with lots of very nice articles donated by various merchants, Then, we had games and contests for both adults and children. Then, came the very good part! All the fresh fried catfish and trimmings and desserts you could eat. Door prizes were drawn in the afternoon, which were also donated by various merchants and members and just for being there! I WANT TO THANK EACH AND EVERYONE (MERCHANTS AND MEMBERS) WHO CONTRIBUTED IN SOME WAY TO MAKE THIS SUCH A GOOD DAY!!! (Monitary donatations, tangilible gifts, food, work services and anything that I may have left out, just want to let you good folks know, we do appreciate everything.) VANSANDT SERVICES: Let’s all keep the Cecil Vansandt family in our thoughts and prayers. Cecil went to meet his Heavenly Father, Tuesday (1st). His visitation and funeral services were held Thursday, (3rd) at 9:00 a.m. at Landmark Baptist Church in DeWitt (where Cecil was a member) with Bro. Dee Webb and Bro. Jim Albrech, from the First Baptist Church in DeWitt in charge of funeral services. Burial was at Crestpark with Essex Funeral Home in charge. Irene, (wife), Darryll, (son), Shelia, Marsha, Joyce and Sally Ann, (daughters), we are praying for you and we are here for you if you need us. BIRTHDAYS: Shelby Todd - July 11 Jose Cruz - July 11 Sheila Purdy - July 1daaug Kaitlyn Stroh - July 12 Tim Atkinson - July 14 Brandy Danner - July 14 Ashley Jacobs - July 15 Winnie Cotton - July 16 Kim Oltmann - July 16 Julius Johnson - July 16 Jackson Allen - July 16 Brian Owens - July 16 ANNIVERSARIES: Johnnie Lee & Barbara Gunnell - July 12 Jason & Jill Shook - July 12 Vance & Teresa Fisher - July 13
David and Barbara Pryor Hit the Road for First Official Campaign David and Barbara Pryor will hit the road this week in their first official campaign swing of 2014. With Sen. Mark Pryor hard at work in Washington, the much-beloved former senator and first lady will travel across the Natural State meeting with voters, firing up grassroots volunteers and emphasizing the important choice Arkansans face in November. David and Barbara Pryor, masters of Arkansas’ retail political culture, know just how important it is for a senator to listen and be responsive to this state’s needs. This week, the Pryors will visit Arkadelphia, Benton, El Dorado, Hope, Hot Springs and Magnolia, with more stops planned for the weeks ahead. Among his many accomplishments as a congressman, governor and senator, David Pryor was widely known for his work on behalf of Arkansas’ seniors, and every day he kept a sign on his desk that read “Arkansas comes first.” It’s a tradition that Mark Pryor has carried forward and built upon, and the same sign rests on his desk today. “Arkansans deserve a senator like Mark who listens to them, always looks out for our state and won’t cozy up to the special interests in Washington,” said Senator David Pryor. “For Mark, it’s always about what’s best for Arkansas, especially when it comes to protecting Medicare and Social Security for our seniors and education for our children.”
The reservoir of goodwill that exists for the Pryors in communities big and small across Arkansas is thanks to their service to the state and their longstanding commitment to the people of Arkansas. “We’re very excited to visit with old friends all across this state and talk about Mark’s hard work on behalf of Arkansas families,” said First Lady Barbara Pryor. “Whenever I think back to all those campaigns, I always remember how far a firm handshake and a warm smile can go in Arkansas. I think folks here know that our family has always put Arkansas first, and it will be wonderful to get back out on the trail and discuss the issues Mark has championed as Arkansas’s senator.” Earlier this year, Mark Pryor authored and introduced the Medicare Protection Act, which makes it harder for irresponsible politicians to raise Medicare’s eligibility age and turn it over to insurance companies. Mark Pryor has worked to make student loans more affordable, ensure women earn equal pay for equal work and fund disaster relief for families rebuilding after devastating storms.
Obituary James Crowe James Dallas Crowe, 78, of Almyra, died July 5, 2014. He was born September 28, 1935, in Kentucky. Dallas was a retired tool and die maker, and a Marine Corp. veteran. Dallas was preceded in death by his son, Terry Crowe. He is survived by his wife, Dixie Landon Crowe; two step children Laney Eldridge of Stuttgart and Zach Landon of Nashville, TN; one granddaughter Autumn Crowe Reynolds of Plymoth, IN; four step grandchildren; three brothers Donnie Crowe of Vine Grove, KY, Benny and Tony Crowe both of Peru, IN; and three sisters Debbie Johnson, Sondra Cripe, and Judy Teachout all of Peru, IN. Visitation and funeral services were held July 7th at Essex Funeral Home.
Obituary Melissa Bohnert Melissa Ann Toland Bohnert 35 of Gillett, Arkansas died June 27, 2014 at the Stuttgart Baptist Health Care Center after a courageous battle with cancer. Melissa was born September 5, 1978 in Cushings, Oklahoma to the late James Tolland and Patsy Ferrell Tolland. Melissa was the daughter by Love of Gary and Sue Fuhrman. Melissa was preceded in death by a son; Mason Bohnert and her father; James Tolland. Melissa was a member of the First Baptist Church in Gillett. Melissa enjoyed crafts, cooking cakes, fishing, camping, and looking at the stars with her children. Melissa is survived by her husband; Charles (Chuck) Walter Bohnert, (3) Sons; Clayton Briggs, Xander Bohnert and Bryce Bohnert all of Gillett, Arkansas and (1) Step-daughter;Dakota Bohnert of Ward, Arkansas (4) Sisters and (4) Brothers; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives to cherish her memory. Funeral service was held Monday June 30, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Gillett with Bro. John Stanford officiating. Burial was in Gillett Cemetery by Mc Kinzie Funeral Home of Dewitt. Visitation was held from 2 until funeral time at the church.
ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE at DeWitt Senior Center The months of July and August we are accepting donations of items for our rummage sale. Items may include: clothing, toys, furniture, books, puzzles, etc. The date of our rummage sale will be October 4, 2014 from 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Senior Center at 205 N. Main in Dewitt. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the DeWitt Senior Center and our Meals On Wheels program
Obituary Johnny James John James (Johnny) 75 of Dewitt died at his home in Dewitt. Born December 4, 1939 in Jefferson County he was the son of the late Pete James and Burnice Drye James. John received his General Educational Development Certificate and joined the United States Military serving in the Army, Navy and Army National Guards. John was a member of the Faith Baptist Church of Dewitt. John enjoyed fishing, gardening and just riding around town. John was employed for many years at the Monroe Shoe Factory now Belleville Shoe factory in Dewitt. John is the owner of the Club Brittney in Dewitt. John met and married the love of his life December 25, 1987; Earline G. James (known to most as Cookie). To this union two children was born. John was preceded in death by his wife; Earline (Cookie) James, his parents; (3) Brothers; Bennie, Wayne and Mike James. John is survived by his children; (1) Son; Terry James of Dewitt, and (1) Daughter; Krystal Isom (Jonathan Harrison) of Dewitt, (3) Brothers; Martin, Rickey (Vickie) and Earl (Cathy) James all of Dewitt, (4) Sisters; Joyce Noe, Twila (Ed) Allen, Lennie Carroll and Mary (Randy) Garrison all of Dewitt, (3) Grandchildren; Jo’nathan James, Brittney Isom and Taylor Isom all of Dewitt, (1) Great Grand Child; Breezley James and a host of other relatives, nieces, nephews and friends to cherish his memory. Funeral service was held Saturday July 5, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Christway Church in Dewitt with Brother Kevin Nobles officiating. Burial was in Bayou Meto Cemetery in Bayou Meto by Mc Kinzie Funeral Home of Dewitt. Visitation was held Friday July 4, 2014 from 5-7 p.m. at Christ Way Church in Dewitt.
Obituary Cecil Vansandt Cecil Clifford Vansandt passed away on June 30, 2014 in Little Rock, Ar. at the VA Hospital. He was born on Feb 23, 1926 in Ethel, Ar. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eathel Brown Vansandt and father, Wallie Havis Vansandt, sister, Juanita Vansandt Childs, brothers, Wallie ‘Dub’ Vansandt and Richard Vansandt. Cecil was survived by his wife, Helen Irene Smith Vansandt, his son, Darryll Vansandt of Dewitt, Ar., daughters: Sheila Harvey of Vilonia, Ar., Marsha Burlack and her husband, Paul of Gainesville, Ga., Joyce Watson of Cordova, Tn., Sally Simpson and her husband Larry of Dewitt, Ar., grandchildren: Jason Harvey, John and David Bohannon, Nicole Kitchen, Russell Watson, Irina Burlack, Angie Simpson and 11 great grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers Donald Vansandt of DeWitt, Gary Vansandt of St. Charles, and Kenny Vansandt of Marianna, and two sisters Winnie Cotton of DeWitt and Cathlene Snyder of Ethel. Cecil was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church and was a Master Mason. He was a veteran of WWII and served in Italy; during this time he saw a lot of the world and loved to talk about his experiences. Cecil was a long time farmer in Ethel Ar. , was a businessman running Vansandt’s One Stop and performed many other jobs until he was in his early 80’s. Visitation will begin at 9:00 followed by the funeral at 10:00, July 3, 2014 at Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, 321 West 6th St., Dewitt, Ar. Burial will be in Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens by Essex Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Landmark Missionary Baptist Church or Gedions International. essexfuneralhome.com
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You’re Invited! Pastor Bob Hobbs and his wife’s 9th Anniversary will be held July 11 at 7:30 p.m. and July 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Deliverance Praise Center. All churches are invited.
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This long overdue public note is to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to the persons of our community who brought about the addition of “Whitcomb Field” to the name of our municipal airport. The renaming event, which took place at the June meeting of the City Council, was a total surprise to me. I will be forever grateful for this honor. Gerald R. Whitcomb
Arkansas Post Family Fun Day Make Your Reservations for Family Fun Day: Reptiles and Amphibians – July 12 The next Family Fun Day at Arkansas Post National Memorial will explore the slippery and scaly inhabitants of the park. Bring the whole family for a series of educational activities on alligators, snakes, frogs, and turtles. The programs run from 9 am to 1 pm starting with a hike around Park Lake. These handson activities are a great way to get outside this summer and have fun while learning. Tentative Schedule: 9:00 – 10:00 Nature Hike 10:00- 11:00 Ranger talk / Trivia 11:00 – 11:30 Snack time and Film 11:30 – 1:00 Activities Children attending must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors 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. For a full list of this summer’s programs visit the Park News section at www. nps.gov/arpo 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 approximately 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. EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA™ The National Park Service cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.
Miss Arkansas 2011 Speaks to DeWitt Rotary Club By Terrye Seamon
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This will be a nice sale south of the court square in DeWitt. French Provincial items: (newly upholstered sofa and chair in white/white fabric, end tables, round table, coffee table). Florist supplies include: ribbons, vases, flower pots, baskets, metal stands, silk flowers, flower arrangements, florist tape/pins, etc. Contemporary walnut dining table with 6 chairs, Magnus organ, recliner, chairs, treadle sewing machine, 2 cabinet sewing machines, fabric, tea cart, sleeper sofa, desk, lg. club chair, Sanyo TV, bookcases, small iron patio tables set, small iron flower carts, king mattress set and metal frame, night stands, dresser, storage cabinet, cedar chest, wicker hamper, full size bedroom set, stunning burl walnut Deco chest, knee hole dresser, swag lamp, crib, hand hooked rug, Ball & Claw oak dining table with 5 chairs, drop leaf end table, foot stool, 2 small dining room tables, mirrors, prints, lamps, punch bowl set, cast iron, stainless cookware, club aluminum, Corning ware, Pyrex, picture frames, brass, depresseion glass, lead crystal, starched/ironed dollies, 3 sets dishes, microwave, food processor, Mr. Coffee, table cloths, aprons, granite coffee pot, Christmas items, cooker, canning jars, linens, quilts, spreads, shop vac, chest freezer, canes, Graco tot wheels, toys, Cosco carseat/stroller, tupperware, pocket knives, and numerous other items. All sales final. Cash or check with proper ID.
Good food, singing, bad jokes, door prizes, and a beauty queen. Who could ask for anything more? Definitely not the DeWitt Rotary Club. Kristen Glover, Miss Arkansas 2011, was the featured guest speaker at the Rotary Club’s weekly meeting July 3 at The Catfish Shack. Glover, who is from Stuttgart, spoke to members about her reign as Miss Arkansas 2011 and her platform: mentoring. “At the end of the day, it’s about the difference you make in someone else’s life,” Glover said. Glover said her interest in mentoring started in the summer of 2009 when she took a break from the pageant circuit and accepted a position at The Promise House where she was a mentor to pregnant teenagers ages 12-18. She lived in the house with the girls for ten weeks and organized their activities, but she soon formed bonds with the girls and realized the power of mentoring. “More than anything, I just became their friend. Even though I didn’t have much advice to give them or much guidance when it came to being a mother and preparing for motherhood, really all that mattered was that I was just there and that I would listen when they wanted to talk,” Glover said. Even though she admits the job was difficult at times, Glover said the summer of 2009 was the most rewarding summer she has ever had because of all the life lessons she learned along the way. In addition to attending Ouachita Baptist University and her reign as Miss Arkansas, Glover considers her mentoring
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experience as one of the life-defining moments that make her the person she is today. After her time at The Promise House, Glover returned to the pageant scene and eventually won the title of Miss Arkansas 2011 and went on to compete in the Miss America pageant. She attributes her success in the pageant arena to determination and her life-growing experiences at The Promise House. “I wouldn’t trade that opportunity at all for anything with those girls.” Glover went on to say that mentoring only requires that a person be willing to share their time and life with someone else to the point where the other person feels inspired, encouraged and valuable. “I think mentoring may seem intimidating to a lot of people because you think you have to be qualified to make a difference in someone else’s life, and that’s not the case,” Glover said. The DeWitt Rotary Club, which has been in existence since the early 1920’s, meets every Wednesday at noon at The Catfish Shack. Carl Crawley, president of the local club said, “The Rotary Club is a civic organization dedicated to the betterment of our community through all kinds of community projects.” The main one of which is awarding scholarships to ten graduating seniors each year to attend the college or university of their choice. Glover echoed the Rotary Club purpose when she told members, “It’s really important to give back to the community.”
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Smith, Nugent to Wed July 12 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith, of Yellville, Arkansas are pleased to announce the forth coming marriage of their daughter, Rebecca Nicole Smith, to Dave Brian Nugent, son of Mr. James Nugent and Mrs. Lina Starks, of DeWitt, Arkansas. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Ms. Henrietta Hayes of Phoenix, Arizona. She is a graduate from the University of Arkansas at Monticello and Arkansas Tech University and is employed at the University of Arkansas at Monticello as the Director of Student Programs and Activities. The prospective groom is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Monticello and currently employed with the United States Navy rendering Military Honors. The wedding is set to take place at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 12, 2014, at Levy Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Pastor Rob Leonard will officiate. The reception will follow at the Pleasant Valley Country Club. The couple presides in Monticello, Arkansas.
Important Notice to Parents/ Guardians Do the new Immunization Requirements for the 2014-15 school year affect your child? Please read the new requirements carefully. This will affect MANY STUDENTS in our school. Contact your County Health Department or your primary care physician for the required immunizations. Appointments will need to be made, so it is very important to get this done as soon as possible. Please do not wait until the end of the summer to make sure your child is in compliance with the new regulations. The Arkansas State Board of Health has revised and clarified the immunization requirements under Ark. Code Ann. §§ 20-7-109, 6-18-702, 6-60-501-504, and 20-78-206. The updated requirements for entrance into Kindergarten and grades 1st thru 12th are as follows: • 4 doses of DTP/DT/Td/DTaP/Tdap, with 1 dose on or after the 4th birthday. ALL STUDENTS K-12th • 3 doses of Polio vaccine, with 1 dose on or after the 4th birthday. ALL STUDENTS K-12
• 2 doses of MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), with 1st dose on or after 1st birthday. ALL STUDENTS K-12 • 3 doses of Hepatitis B vaccine. ALL STUDENTS K-12 • 2 doses of Varicella with 1st dose on or after 1st birthday. (Physician documentation only for history of diseases will be accepted). ALL STUDENTS K-12 • Kindergarten and 1st grade students will be required to have 1 dose of Hepatits A. KINDERGARTEN and 1st GRADE • ALL students 11 years and older by September 1st of each year will be required to have a Tdap vaccination. ANY STUDENT AGE 11 AND OVER • All 7th graders will be required to have one dose of MCV4 (Meningococcal) vaccine with a second dose administered at age 16. If not vaccinated prior to age 16 years, 1 dose is required for all students who are age 16 on or before September 1st of each year. Immunizations requirements have changed. Please make sure your child is in compliance for the 201415 school year.
Saturday Night on the Corner Summer is here with temperatures in the 90’s. Come and celebrate under the air conditioner on July 12, 2014 at 5:30pm at Lodge Corner United Methodist Church, in the fellowship hall as we help the PAW program and find a cure ALS (Lou Gehrig disease), 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 Kevin Thompson and watch his service dog, Dyson, from Beebe, Arkansas. Kevin will share his testimony of his ALS journey and PAW ministry experiences. We will be blessed as Andrea Salsberry, Arkansas Department of Correction top service dog trainer for the PAW program give details of her work in this program. Mi-
chelle Dubar will bring awareness through an ALS presentation. 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. Also there will not be Sat night on the Corner on July 26, 2012.
UALR Spring Graduates The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces its graduating class of Spring 2014: Julie Hollis of Devalls Bluff Ashley Logan of Dewitt The Spring Commencement ceremonies took place at UALR’s Jack Stephens Center on Saturday, May 17, in which nearly 1,100 students participated in two sepa-
rate events, based on college. With more than 11,000 students and 100 programs, UALR offers learning, research, service, social and career opportunities that can only be found at a metropolitan university located in Arkansas’ capital city. To learn more visit www.ualr.edu.
Museum Holds Prairie Pioneers Day Camp Arkansas Post Museum invites you to participate in Prairie Pioneers Day Camp. This fun-filled, historically educational summer day camp is for kids grades K-5. This is a six-day camp, starting on July 16-18, and continuing July 23-25. Camp starts at 9 am and ends at 12 pm. Campers get to experience life just like Laura did in the Little House on the Prairie books! This camp has lots of fun, exciting, hands-on activities, story time, crafts and refreshments. Your child will have plenty to bring home and make memories
to last a lifetime. To register your children, contact the museum for a registration form and fees. Cost includes all supplies and refreshments. Admission is $60.00 per child. Please contact Maria Jackson at 870-548-2634 or email, maria.jackson@arkansas.gov. Arkansas Post Museum State Park is located six miles south of Gillett and fourteen miles north of Dumas on Highway 165.
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FAITH & RELIGION Let the Peace of Christ Rule By Pastor Steve Ellison
Peace is a marvelous quality to have. In fact, peace is part of the nature and character of God. Having peace in our hearts just might bring about spiritual awakening and real revival in our churches which would spill over into our communities. Isaiah 9:6 introduces Jesus as the Prince of Peace. The angels in Luke 2:14 announced peace among men because the Messiah is born. Christ the King, in His great Sermon on the Mount in which He laid down the laws of the kingdom, declared that those who make peace will be called sons of God (Matthew 5:9). Making peace is a far greater thing than simply refraining from breaking the peace. Sharing the gospel is our only method of making peace. On the night before He was crucified, Jesus told His disciples that He was giving them a different kind of peace, one that was uniquely His (John 14:27). Romans 5:1 tells us that we have peace with God because the death of Christ justified us. Colossians 3:12-15 commands us to let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts, “So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you. Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body; and be thankful.” (NASU) Letting the peace of Christ rule is not some mystical idea that we could never measure and can only hope for. This passage gives simple to understand (but hard to do) instructions that if followed will lead to letting the peace of Christ rule. Colossians 3:12-15 gives practical instructions that will lead to having a spirit of forgiveness. If we practice compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and bearing with one another that will go a long way toward cultivating a forgiving spirit. If we combine love, which is the perfect bond of unity, with this forgiving spirit, then we will be letting the peace of Christ rule in our hearts. Peace is a gift from Christ who is the Prince of Peace. Our job is not to manufacture peace but rather to simply allow Christ’s peace to rule in our hearts. We do that by following the instructions in Colossians 3:12-15. Please note that in verse 15 specific reference is made about the church allowing the peace of Christ to rule in our hearts. The peace of Christ should be found in the hearts of church members. I love Psalms 122:6-9 in this connection, “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. “May peace be within your walls, And prosperity within your palaces.” For the sake of my brothers and my friends, I will now say, “May peace be within you.” For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your good. (NASU) Psalms 133 is encouraging in this area as well, “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brothers to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, Coming down upon the beard, Even Aaron’s beard, Coming down upon the edge of his robes. It is like the dew of Hermon Coming down upon the mountains of Zion; For there the Lord commanded the blessing — life forever.” (NASU) Peace and unity in His people is where God commands His blessings to flow. pastorsteve8800@gmail.com
An Awesome Thought from Friend and Mentor JD Walt Acts 5:12-16 By Michael P. Daniel
The apostles performed many signs and wonders among the people. And all the believers used to meet together in Solomon’s Colonnade. No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number. As a result, people brought the sick into the streets and laid them on beds and mats so that at least Peter’s shadow might fall on some of them as he passed by. Crowds gathered also from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing their sick and those tormented by impure spirits, and all of them were healed. CONSIDER THIS 1. The believers met together in Solomon’s Colonnade (another name for porch). 2. They were highly regarded by all the people. 3. No one else dared join them. 4. Nevertheless, more and more men and women believed in the Lord and were added to their number. Anybody see a problem with this or is it just me? How is the Lord adding to their number when people do not “dare” to join them? It doesn’t sound particularly missional yet the mission advanced mightily. Here we see an attractive church not built on the attractional model of church. Let’s call this, the Quandary of Solomon’s Porch. Could it be that the people highly regarded the believers because the believers lived in awe of God? What if the converse is also true? Could it be that people do not highly regard believers when believers do not live in awe of God? Anytime a group of believers lives in the true awe of God the surrounding community will watch in wonder. But I guess the big lesson here is the obvious one. For better or for worse, the surrounding community is paying attention. Attractional churches work hard to make God attractive to outsiders. Attractive churches focus all their energy on living in awe of God. The distinction is something along the lines of the difference between porn and beauty.* So here’s a next step for us. Rather than lament the
When Life Seems Unfair By Tom Smith
“That’s not fair!” Even now, if we stop and think about it, we can still hear those words coming out of a small child’s mouth while playing with other children. Regardless of the reason, one of them will spout out those three words, basically calling a foul on one of his/her playmates. Where does that sense of “fair play” come from? Well, believe it or not, we’re born with it. Yes, from birth we, by nature, have a sense of right-and-wrong, at least when it comes to what’s fair or equitable. And, that instinctive sense of “oughtness” doesn’t cease when we get older. That’s why we struggle when things happen to us that seem “undeserved.” Like the child at play, we cry “That’s not fair!” or “I don’t deserve this” or “Why is this happening to me?” And, that’s when we get frustrated, angry, bitter or depressed, wanting to blame someone or lash out. Why is that? Well, by nature, we also view suffering as punishment, not something that’s an inherent part of life here on this ole earth. Like Job in the Old Testament, our theology/philosophy is basically “If I do good, I’ll be blessed; if I do bad, I’ll get whacked.” Sorta like crime-and-punishment: “You do the crime, you’ll do the time.” But, when pain and suffering come our way through no fault of our own—like coming down with a terminal illness or getting hit head-on by a drunk driver— our sense of fairness kicks in and we cry “Foul!” That’s why we’ve got to step back, take a deep breath and realize that everything’s broken in our world. Ever since Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, “all of creation (including us) groans and travails like a woman in childbirth pains until now” (Romans 8:22). Simply put, because of Adam’s sin, our sin, others’ sin, satanic oppression or the chastening Hand of God, we’re going to suffer. And sometimes—like Job—it’s undeserved, i.e., happening through no fault of our own. Truly, the story of Job in the Old Testament is not sorry state and lukewarm witness of the church today, how about we just start living in awe of God? COME HOLY SPIRIT! *P.S. Sometimes I use the rhetorical move of overstating my case to make a point. This may be one of those situations. Or maybe not. J.D. Walt writes daily for Seedbed’s Daily Text. He serves as Seedbed’s Sower in Chief. Follow him @jdwalt on Twitter or email him at jd.walt@seedbed.com.
about patience; it’s about trust. Here was a guy who was “spiritually mature, upright, feared God and avoided evil like the plague” (1:1). He even interceded and intervened for his children, offering sacrifices on their behalf in case they’d sinned against God (1:5). But, for reasons we can’t understand, God allowed the devil to steal his livestock, kill many of his servants and all 10 of his children (1:619). Later, He also allowed him to afflict Job with boils from the top of his head to the bottom of his feet (2:1-7). He’d done nothing to deserve this; yet, God allowed it to happen. And, that’s why we struggle with the problem of sin and evil. That’s also why Jesus said “God makes the sun to rise on the evil and the good and sends rain on the just and the unjust” (Matthew 5:45). Our real problem in all of this is with God and why He allows/causes such suffering—especially when we, like Job, go to church, help the poor, pay our taxes, don’t “drink, smoke or chew or run around with those that do.” “That’s not fair!” we cry. But, again, dear Reader, life’s not fair. And, so often, our suffering seems undeserved. That’s why we, like Job, must entrust our lives into the loving Hands of the Heavenly Father as we say “God is good” and “God is faithful” (Psalm 73:1; I Corinthians 10:13). Otherwise, we’ll end up embittered, always shaking our fists toward Heaven. Here’s praying you’ll feel God’s Presence and Grace in a special way this week, especially if you’re going through a particularly difficult time. May you, like Jesus from the Cross, entrust your life into the Heavenly Father’s care, knowing He does all things well. May you also “give thanks in everything” (I Thessalonians 5:18), knowing that He will “work everything together for good as you love Him and fulfill His Purpose in your life” (Romans 8:28). 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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She Flies Through the Air with the Greatest of Ease By Terrye Seamon It’s that time of year again…That time of year when women jump up and down in a Walmart dressing room trying to squeeze their size 16 behinds in size 6 bikini bottoms…That time of year women pay to subject themselves to cancer rays because tanning in 110 degree weather just doesn’t seem logical…That time of year when my sister calls and says, “Where are we going on our road trip this year?” Yes, folks, it’s vacation season! It all started four years ago when my sister, niece and I packed up and took off to Mount Rushmore. The next summer we decided to go east and see Jamestown, Washington, D.C., Williamsburg and New York City. With two road trips under our belt, we decided last year to play it close to the cuff and only venture as far as Branson. So, I medicated myself for my Restless Leg Syndrome, crawled in the car, and waited for my sister and niece to start singing their favorite “Bug Aunt Terrye Road Trip Song,” Rosemary Clooney’s “Sisters.” My sibling had made known her wishes before we ever left that she wanted to go zip lining while in Branson. The shopping up and down the Strip, taking in a show, and going to Silver Dollar City were right up my alley, but I had to swallow my heart back down into my stomach at the mere mention of the words “zip lining.” I’ve never
been a sports-minded person, let alone an extreme sports enthusiast. (Hitting every flea market between here and the state line is my idea of a fun vacation.) My idea of an extreme sport is seeing how much shopping I can do before my debit card is declined due to insufficient funds. Due to my mid-life crisis though, I allowed my sister and niece to talk me into climbing the 70 foot death tower and take my life in my own hands. The two-hour near-death experience consisted of flying on seven zip lines at speeds up to 50 miles per hour for two miles and crossing three suspension bridges. I knew things were going to be bad when the first thing I had to do was show my driver’s license and health insurance card at the registration desk. What topped it off was when the cashier handed me a waiver to sign denouncing the company from all legal liability. I quickly asked, “What’s this? Something that says if I die, my family can’t sue you?” The cashier then made some smart aleck comment that no one has died…yet. Resisting the urge to send her flying through the air, I said, “Oh that makes me feel sooooo much better!” My fears calmed down for a split second when I learned that one of my tour guides was a marine. What’s to fear when you have your own personal ma-
rine who is half your age waiting to fly to your rescue? Don’t worry. Be happy. Right? At least I knew I would look good being rescued in my coal miner/ telephone repairman costume we were forced to wear for safety purposes. My fantasy of flying through the air with my marine was short lived when my sister asked, “How high up are we?” Sensing my fear, my marine looked at me and said, “Are you sure you want to know?” And he didn’t make matters any better when he started talking about how it took him 30 minutes one time to talk a woman down. I couldn’t help but think, “Wanna try for an hour, Hot Stuff ?” The fact that several members of my flying squadron were children ages 7-13 did nothing for my self-esteem. When I saw the 7-year-old take off on one of the suspension bridges before they had him hooked up, I realized that what the youth take for granted as adventure, we old people disguise as our “Bucket List.” Whoever said that we have nothing to fear but fear itself was full of hogwash. My fear of hurling was soon replaced with my fear of stopping mid-way along the zip line and getting stuck. I did think that once I started I would enjoy the gliding, but that was replaced with my holding on for dear life and counting how many more zip lines I
had to zip through before this ride was over. Needless to say, I did no flipping upside down or twirling like my marine told me I would before it was over. I also removed my coal miner/telephone repairman costume before we even got back to the registration center. If you defy death and survive this horrifying experience, you have the option to buy all of these wonderful photos of you flying through the air. Great souvenirs of a great time!!! Being the t-shirt junkie I am, I couldn’t pass up the traditional “been there - done that” t-shirt. I had to have something to commemorate my survival besides those photos of me trying desperately not to poop in my drawers. So, somehow between “We are going to die” and the “She flies through the air with the greatest of ease, that daring young woman on the flying trapeze,” echoing through my head, I survived. As I literally touched the ground and praised God for sparing my life, I heard my sister say, “Next summer I want to go repelling!” I decided right then and there that when my phone rings this summer, I’m going to let it go straight to voicemail while I hug my pillow and dream of strolling hand-in-hand through the aisles of a flea market with my very own six-foot-tall marine.
A Nation That Forgot By Michael Waldroup In Genesis, chapters 37-48, we find that the life of Joseph, son of Jacob, parallels the life of Christ. Following are just a few of these parallels: Joseph was loved by his father and hated by his brothers. Jesus was loved by his Father and hated by His own. Joseph was betrayed and sold into slavery by his brothers. Jesus was betrayed and sold into captivity by a disciple. Joseph was wrongly accused and cast into prison. Jesus was wrongly accused and crucified. In prison, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two men. The interpretation was that one would live and the other would not. Two men were crucified with Christ. One was given Eternal Life, the other was not. Joseph was brought out of prison to interpret the dream God gave to Pharaoh. The interpretation led to the saving of Egypt, and the world,
from starvation, for God was sending a seven year famine, but He would send seven years of plenty first, so they were to store up food. The pharaoh of that day recognized the Christ in Joseph and exalted him to such power that Egypt was to be ruled by Joseph’s word, which was the Word of God. Egypt prospered under Joseph’s rule and became the world’s food supply of that time. Joseph died in Egypt at 110 years of age, and there arose a king over Egypt that knew not Joseph. (Exodus 1:8). In Exodus 5:2, this pharaoh asked Moses, “Who is the Lord that I should obey His voice, I know not the Lord.” Surely, this Pharaoh knew the history of his country and how God saved his nation from a seven year famine and starvation under the rule of Joseph. I guess he just forgot, just
like the leaders of our nation who have forgotten that it was the Lord that gave us this nation and caused us to prosper. At least pharaoh was honest enough to say, “I know not the Lord.” Our leaders claim to know him, even honor him with their lips, but it is plain to see that their hearts are far from Him by the laws they allow to pass. Because of Joseph, the Son of Prosperity, Egypt became the greatest nation on Earth at that time. Under the rule of Joseph, Egypt prospered. There was plenty of everything. They could even afford the mightiest military in the world. They never had to cut their military budget like America, while our enemies are building more powerful military capabilities all the time. (I wonder why they are doing that.) This Pharaoh and the Egyptian people
were actually living off the benefits that God did for them through Joseph, but all this was to come to an end. Egypt was to be completely destroyed. Exodus 10:7, Pharaoh’s servants asked him, “Knowest thou not yet that Egypt is destroyed?) America has been living off the benefits that God gave us because of our Godly founding fathers and other Godly men in power which followed after them. But now, America has in power pharaohs who do not know the God of Joseph. They have, and are, taking America down a path of destruction from which they cannot return. We must remember that God is not apologetic for what He does to a nation that forgets to acknowledge Him in its ways. What God did to Egypt, He will do to the greatest nation on Earth (America).
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DeWitt Baseball/Softball Association held their awards assembly June 30th at the DeWitt Ball Field. Trophies were given out to teams and awards given to those who made All-Star.
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DeWitt Baseball/Softball Association Awards By Shelly Faulkner
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would like to welcome Kamathi Walker to our sales staff. We are excited to have Kamathi on our Landers team. He has a great attitude and lots of excitement, and is eager to help serve. Kamathi would like to like to invite all of his friends and family in DeWitt and surrounding areas to come to Landers in Benton for all of your automotive needs. We have over 600 new and 400 used in stock that will fit all your needs and wants. Don’t worry about credit. We have several banks to help get you in the car you want with as little as zero down. Call him on his cell at 501-553-5742, the store number 800-LANDERS (800-526-3377), or shop online at Landers.com
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FOR SALE FOR SALE – 12ft. aluminum lightweight boat, $112.00, and 14ft. aluminum boat, $144.00 or best offer. Located in Ethel. Call 870-228-3079. Adv. 27-4tp
MOVING SALE
FOR RENT FOR RENT – 605 E. Halliburton. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, carpeted, and kitchen is furnished. Rent is $400 with a $300 deposit. Call 501-6812122 for more information. Adv. 25-4tp
WANTED MOVING SALE – July 11-12 and 18-19 at 314 N. Jefferson. Furniture, clothes, antiques, and other items. Adv. 28-1tp MOVING SALE – Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12 from 7am12pm at 504 E. 13th St., DeWitt. Multiple family sale. Furniture, housewares, jeans size ½, like new dress, flat screen TV, and more! Adv. 28-1tp
YARD SALE HUGE YARD SALE – Friday and Saturday 7-? At 423 W. 6th. Furniture, household items, aquarium, legos, PS3 games, clothes (up to 4XL), shoes, purses, knick knacks, blue heeler puppies. Adv. 28-1tp
"Free Estimates"
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Justin Herring 870-830-4006, or 870-830-3711
WANTED TO BUY – Old cars (running or not). Call 870-946-0379. Adv. 26-4tp
SERVICES FOR ALL YOUR MOWING NEEDS – in DeWitt and Gillett, call 870-3442513. Adv. 26-4tfc
NOW HIRING NOW HIRING – long haul drivers, home daily, night shift preferred, $1,000 sign on bonus, CDL-A and 1 year experience required. Call 877-656-2695 or go to www.hinestrucking.com. Adv. 27-2tp
Handyman Home Service - Repairs - Painting - Installations Mark Michaelis 870-344-3851
REAL ESTATE
136 Court Square DeWitt, AR • (870)946-0131
Congratulations, Steve & Annette Fisher, on the purchase of your investment property! Thank you for allowing us to serve you! - Jeremy & Tina
New Listing
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Don Maier Electric Established 1974 by Don Maier Sr.
Owning your home vs. Renting a home 1. You own your home 2. You build equity when you make monthly payments 3. You can do whatever you like to the property 4. If you choose to, you can sell and make money 5. You can build your dreams through home ownership
946-0131 Jeremy Cox Office Tina Cox 501-529-4999 870-946-0131 870-946-9398
DeWitt Era-Enterprise • 946-3933 Insured and Bonded
Watkins Tree Service 33 years experience Take downs, trim limbs, stump grinding Complete tree services call David Watkins
6 For all your trackhoe needs, give Ben a call at 870-830-1373
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1. Someone else owns the home 2. You build equity for your land lord when you make your rent 3. You can only do what the land lord allows 4. You can’t move until your contract is up 5. You can build some one else’s dreams by renting their homes.
Call Cox Hometown Realty TODAY!
SPECIALIZING IN RICE WELLS FOR OVER 34 YEARS
173 SOUTH FORKS LAGRUE RD. DEWITT, AR 72042
The DeWitt Public Libray will be closed for the week of July 28th through August 1st for staff in-service and yearly deep cleaning. We will open back on August 4th with regular business hours. We thank you all for your cooperation!
709 W. Main- 4 bedroom 2 bath home, complete remodel, must see. $84,000
We carry Workmen’s Comp
We’re paying top dollar for anything GOLD Broken or damaged-it doesn’t matter. We also buy old pocket watches.
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DeWitt Era visit us online at www.dewitt-ee.com Stuttgart Monument Co. Carroll and Vicki Martin 1308 E. 10th Street Stuttgart, Arkansas (870) 673-2120 (877) 741-2233
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STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS Call Eva or Linda at 1-800-569-8762 to place your ad here! HELP WANTED Want A Career Operating Heavy Equipment? Bulldozers, Backhoes, Excavators. "Hands On Training" & CertiďŹ cations Offered. National Average 18-22 Hourly! Lifetime Job Placement Assistance. VA BeneďŹ ts Eligible! 1-866-3626497. (Allied Career Training, AL. Licensed: SBPCE) Earn $500 Per Day Selling Final Expense Ins. To Seniors. Daily Pay. Daytime Market. Leads Furnished. Health & Dental Ins. Provided. Complete Training. Call 1-888-7136020. Earn up to $550 weekly Helping The Government Process Refunds. No Exp Needed. Call Toll Free 1-844-482-8870 AD-A-6.
HELP WANTED TRUCK DRIVERS DRIVERS- NEW LANE OPEN IMMEDIATE NEED- Owner Operators Wanted! Home Weekly - On Board Nav! Ideal candidates will live in Dallas, TX; Little Rock, AR; Memphis, TN; Nashville, TN or Bowling Green, KY. PAM offers BeneďŹ ts and 401K. Call 877-700-6615 or PamJobs.com for details. DRIVERS- CDL-A DRIVER PAY INCREASE. •Exp. Solos - 40¢/ mile •Teams - Up to 51¢/mile •CDL Grads - 34¢/mile. 1¢/mile increase each yr. NO CAP! Extra Pay for Hazmat! 888-928-6011. www.Drive4Total.com
OTR DRIVERS Trucking Co. located in Southwest Arkansas NOW HIRING FT OTR Drivers with Experience, pulling 53’ Vans and Reefers SIGN ON BONUS! $500 after 6 mos.
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SHORT HAUL DRIVERS For trucking company located in SW Arkansas. Some overnight. Sign on Bonus after 6 mos.! Call 870-887-0800
DRIVERS -O/O’s Trucking Company in Southwest Arkansas hiring Owner Operators to pull company atbeds, 53’ dry vans and refrigerated units. Primary lanes within the midwest, north and east coast. Company pays reefer fuel and permits. Weekly pay settlements on loaded and empty miles.
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WANTED 10 HOMES in your county needing SIDING, WINDOWS OR ROOFS. Save hundreds of dollars. These selected homes will receive FREE shutters and storm door. No money down EZ Financing. Life-time manufacture warranty. Senior and Military discounts. Home Owners Only.
1-866-668-8681 FOR SALE
Timberland Sale by Sealed Bid - BID DATES Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 3:00 PM 2,237 (+/-) acres consisting of 10 tracts in Calhoun, Dallas, and Cleburne Counties, 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 Staord 501-416-9748 or 501-374-3411 bstaord@lilerealestate.com
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STEEL BUILDINGS ON CLEARANCE various styles and sizes, perfect for garages, shops, and homes. DON'T MISS OUT on LOWEST PRICES and MONTHLY PAYMENTS. 1-800-9919251.
Tuition Reimbursement Available if Qualified! Classes Start Every Monday!
Cow Feed- Gin trash. Delivery available. Semi loads. Also, selling round rolls of hay. 731-676-0857.
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SWEET CORN Place your orders NOW! Harvest Begins July 3 - Aug. 9
ESAU’S DUMAS, AR
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Timberland Sale by Sealed Bid - BID DATES Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at 3:00 PM 80 (+/-) acre timberland tract located in north Drew County, Arkansas. Please call for bid package, property tours, and additional information.
• Financing Avail. • Lodging Provided!
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Medical Billing Trainees Needed! Become a Medical OfďŹ ce Assistant at Ayers Career College! Online job training gets you ready. HS Diploma/GED & Internet Required. Ayers.edu/disclosures 1-888-734-6717 Licensed by ASBPCE. 8820 Jewella, Shv., LA 71108
ADOPTION ADOPT- Our hearts reach out to you. Loving couple hopes to adopt a newborn and promise to love, happiness and security. Expenses paid. Nick & Danielle. 1-800-772-8014. www.DaniAndNick.info ADOPT- Devoted loving couple wishes to adopt newborn into secure home ďŹ lled with care, love & happiness. Expenses Paid. Anthony/Tim, call 855975-4792, text 917-991-0612. www.AnthonyAndTim.com.
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DeWitt Baseball/Softball Association Awards By Shelly Faulkner Continued from Page B1
HELP WANTED Need help finding a new employee? Call DeWitt Era TODAY at 946-3933 946-3933
ATEAM will be accepting applications at the Stuttgart Chamber for new job opportunities in the SE Arkansas area every Tuesday from 10-11:30 am. Call 870-535-5507 for more information. 10U Girls TLC with 2nd in league trophy
10U Girls All Stars
Industrial Iron Works/Adams Fertilizer Equipment is accepting applications for an experienced Diesel Mechanic Apply in person at 1503 South Whitehead Drive in DeWitt No phone calls please.
Crestpark DeWitt LLC is currently taking applications for 12U Boys Dean’s Pharmacy with 1st in league trophy
12U Boys Blue Seal with 2nd in league trophy
LPNs and weekend charge RNs Apply in person. No phone calls please. Contact LeeAnn Blackmon, RN, Director of Nursing. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PRODUCTION MANAGER Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing and monitoring supervisors to ensure proper production control for efďŹ cient ow through the departments to maintain delivery schedule. Minimum 10 years’ management experience in a production environment. Must have good communication skills, computer skills and ability to work as a team. Must be willing to live/relocate to South East Arkansas. Salary is dependent on experience. Position includes BeneďŹ ts package. If interested, please email resume to
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DeWitt Hospital & Nursing Home 1641 S. Whitehead Drive, DeWitt, AR 72042 DHNH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
DEWITT NURSING HOME is currently seeking
RNs, LPNs & CNAs Sign on Bonuses Available New CNA Payscale Contact: Lynn O'Briant or Dana Adams 870-946-3571 ext. 2251 & 2253
14U Girls DeWitt Dragons Win Babe Ruth State Championship
15U Boys DeWitt Dragons
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Arkansas County 4-H members participated in Delta District 4-H O’Rama at East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City on June 19. Nine Arkansas County 4-H members competed: Seniors: Destiny Brown, Citizenship - 4th place; Ashley Terry, Performing Arts-Vocal - 6th place; Juniors: Chloe West, Horse - 3rd place; Rob Phillips, Pet Care - 1st place; Riley Allen, Vet Science -1st place; Will Phillips, Entomology Talk - 1st place; Mary Claire Grantham, Performing Arts-Instrumental - 2nd place; Allie Hill, Performing Arts-Dance - 4th place; Kaid Nelson, Gun Safety/BB Shoot - Participation Arkansas County 4-H members recognized as 2014
Delta District 4-H Record Book Winners were: Allie Hill-Health & Fitness, Riley Allen-Citizenship, Rob Phillips-Pets, Chloe West-Gardening & Horticulture, and Will Phillips-Entomology. Barbara Nelson, Arkansas County 4-H Leader represented the Arkansas 4-H Alumni Association and presented the 2014 Innovative Program Grants. To learn how to become a 4-H member or volunteer leader in Arkansas County, contact the Cooperative Extension Service at (870)946-3231 or (870)6732346. Arkansas County 4-H offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, or disability.
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LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NO. PR20140-33SD EUGENE WARREN TRIMBLE, JR., deceased Last known address of decedent: 201 N. 4th Street, Gillett, AR 72055. Date of death: March 8, 2014 An instrument dated the 10th day of April 1996 was on the 2nd day of July 2014 admitted to probate as the last will of the above named decedent, and the undersigned has been appointed executrix thereunder. A contest of the probate of the will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided that claims for injury or death caused by 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 such estate. This notice first published 9th day of July 2014. ANITA TRIMBLE Executrix P.O. Box 323 Gillett, AR 72055 Adv. 28-2tfc
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NO. PR2014-34SD CLAY THOMAS WILKINSON, deceased Last known address of decedent: 9 McGaugh Ln., Tichnor, AR 72166 Date of death: June 17, 2014 An instrument dated the 16th day of November, 2005, was on the 2nd day of June, 2014, admitted to probate as the last will of the above named decedent, and the undersigned has been appointed executrix thereunder. A contest of the probate of the will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. Provided that claims for injury or death caused by negligence of the decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in such estate. This notice first published 9th day of July 2014. KATHLEEN (LOUISE) WILKINSON RAGALS Executrix 4706 Boxwood Place Dunwoody, GA 30338 Adv. 28-2tfc
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
DeWitt Era-Enterprise P.O. Box 678 • 140 Court Square DeWitt, AR 72042 870-946-3933
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
LEGAL NOTICE APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE NO. 2014-09 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE NO 2013-24 ESTABLISHING A GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR 2014; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS THAT: ARTICLE I: The General Fund Budget for calendar year 2014 is hereby amended by increasing the total amount budgeted by the total of Three Thousand One Hundred EightyOne Dollars and 46/100 ($3,181.46), which is derived from the following entity: • FlexCo, Inc. – Cobra Reimbursement $3,181.46 Total: $3,181.46 ARTICLE II: Section 1000-0100 “County Judge” of the General Fund Budget for calendar year 2014 is hereby further amended by increasing the previous appropriation by the amounts set forth below and beside each. Line item 1014 (CobraServ) in the amount of Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and 46/100 $3,181.46) is hereby appropriated as listed below for a total of Three Thousand One Hundred Eighty-One
Dollars and 46/100 ($3,181.46), which represents previously anticipated and unbudgeted funds: SECTION 1000-0100, COUNTY JUDGE BUDGET Sub A – Personal Services…Line Item 1014…CobraServ…$3,181.46 FlexCo, Inc-Cobra Reimbursement Total: $3,181.46 ARTICLE III: If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable. ARTICLE IV: This Ordinance being necessary for the protection and preservation of the public health and safety, an emergency is hereby declared to exist and this Ordinance shall be of full force and effect immediately upon its passage, approval and publication. PASSED and APPROVED this 8th day of July 2014. Glenn “Sonny” Cox Arkansas County Judge Melissa Wood Arkansas County Clerk Adv. 28-1tfc
Griffin Announces Network of Arkansas Veterans: “Tim’s Troops” Names Air Force Colonel (Ret.) Eggensperger, former 189th Airlift Wing Commander, to lead statewide effort Second District Congressman, U.S. Army Reservist and candidate for Lieutenant Governor, Tim Griffin, issued the following statement in announcing the formation of “Tim’s Troops,” a network of Arkansas veterans that will help communicate Griffin’s common sense ideas to all Arkansans: “Arkansas is home to over 250,000 veterans, and I’m proud to work on behalf of this distinguished group of men and women. As a Reservist and Iraq War Veteran, I am thrilled to announce that veterans from all across the state are joining ‘Tim’s Troops,’ our network of veteran supporters, to ensure that our common sense ideas to grow good-paying jobs, help Arkansas compete and take care of our veterans will triumph in November. “I am a proud member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). In the 112th Congress, I was a member of the House Armed Services Committee and have continually worked to address the top challenges facing our veterans, including education, rising health care costs and ensuring that each veteran receives the benefits they deserve. I am honored that my congressional colleagues and fellow veterans—Rick Crawford, Steve Womack and Tom Cotton, as well as former Second District Congressman Ed Bethune—will serve as honorary cochairs of ‘Tim’s Troops.’ In addition, I am grateful that Colonel Steve Eggensperger, a well respected military leader in Arkansas, has agreed to lead ‘Tim’s Troops’ as the State Chairman and Executive Director. I know that Colonel Eggensperger will get right to work to make ‘Tim’s Troops’ an essential and effective part of this campaign. As the campaign moves forward, I welcome the encouragement, help and support of my fellow Arkansas veterans.” Colonel Steve Eggensperger, USAF Retired, State Chairman and Executive Director of “Tim’s Troops,” said, “As Wing Commander, I’ve worked with Congressman Griffin over the past three years on various military and veterans issues. As a veteran and a military officer, he understands our issues, he is a man of integrity, and he is a staunch advocate for the defense of this country and for taking care of our veterans. I’m proud to have the opportunity to work with and for him to advocate for conservative ideals, fiscal responsibility and for the continued support for the most capable military force this world has ever known.” Additional Quotes from Arkansas Veterans MG Thomas Arwood, USA Retired, said, “Tim Griffin is exactly what the state of Arkansas needs in its next Lieutenant Governor. Tim’s bold, common sense ideas will help move Arkansas forward. I call on my fellow Arkansas veterans to join me in support of a fellow comrade and soldier. Tim will always put veterans first and the launch of ‘Tim’s Troops’ shows his commitment to the veteran population.” CSM Jimmy Cummings, USMC Retired, said, “Tim Griffin understands the importance of upholding promises to veterans and his commitment has never wavered. Tim knows how to lead and the hardships of war, having served in Iraq in 2006. As a retired Marine Corps Command Sergeant Major, I know a leader when I see one. Tim is a leader! I stand with Tim Griffin and am proud to call myself a member of ‘Tim’s Troops.’” SFC Stephen Finnegan, USA Retired, said, “Arkansas needs a Lieutenant Governor that understands, and more importantly is committed to upholding the promises to our veterans. As a fellow veteran, I am proud to be a member of ‘Tim’s Troops’ and will work everyday to ensure that Tim is our next Lieutenant Governor so that veterans from across this state know that they have an advocate in the State Capitol.” MG William C. Page, USA Retired, said, “We must elect Congressman Griffin as the next Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas. Not only because of his bold, common sense approach to solving problems, but because he has consistently demonstrated that he lives his life and governs based on the proven leadership principles of a professional soldier, with competence and integrity leading the way. He is a man of his word and you can bank on it! I am proud to be a part of ‘Tim’s Troops’ and I encourage every veteran in Arkansas to join us.”
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Griffin Announces Network of Arkansas Veterans: “Tim’s Troops� Continued from Page B4 COL Mike Ross, Arkansas Army National Guard Retired, said, “I have worked with Tim Griffin for the last four years as part of his Veteran Advisory Committee. He has been very supportive and responsive to the needs of the veteran community, and always takes immediate action to insure veterans receive the benefits they have earned.� For those interested in joining “Tim’s Troops,� please visit the Griffin campaign website at www.timgriffinforarkansas.com and click on the “volunteer� link, or call (501) 353-0899. Veterans from all over Arkansas have joined “Tim’s Troops,� including: Congressman Rick Crawford (AR-01), fmr. Sergeant, U.S. Army, honorary cochair Congressman Steve Womack (AR03), Colonel, Arkansas Army National Guard Retired, honorary co-chair Congressman Tom Cotton (AR-04), fmr. Captain, U.S. Army, honorary cochair Former Congressman, Ed Bethune (AR-02), fmr. Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, honorary co-chair Colonel (Ret.) Steve Eggensperger, State Chairman and Executive Director of “Tim’s Troops� COL (RET) Ralph H. Allen SSG (RET) Gary Anderson fmr. SGT John Appleget MG (RET) Thomas Arwood COL (RET) Larry Bailey SSG Jeramy Carter CSM (RET) Jimmy Cummings SSG (RET) Lex Butch Davis MAJ (RET) Keith Dover COL (RET) Don English LTC (RET) Mary Erdman SFC (RET) Stephen Finnegan fmr. SFC Jeff Frisby MAJ (RET) Ron Fuller SSG Dusty George CW2 (RET) John Heffernan LTC Jim Hendren fmr. LCDR Gary Hunnicutt R.D. Kinsey SW3 (RET) Bill Matthews MAJ (RET) Ron Miller fmr. SGT USMC Kerry Murphy MG (RET) William Page LTC (RET) Marcus Richmond COL (RET) Mike Ross fmr. SP4 Peter Smykla MAJ (RET) Bill Vines LTC (RET) Dave Wallace About Colonel Steve Eggensperger, USAF Retired Colonel Harold S. Eggensperger was the Commander of the Arkansas Air National Guard’s 189th Airlift Wing, located at Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. As Commander, he was responsible for the tactical employment, administration and training of all units within the 189th Airlift Wing. The Wing is equipped with C-130H Hercules aircraft and conducts initial and mission qualification training along with instructor qualification training for the Department of Defense and more than 20 allied nations. The 189th
Airlift Wing also conducts entry level academic training for loadmasters and flight engineers through the Enlisted Aircrew Academic School. Colonel (Ret.) Eggensperger is an Arkansas native, and graduated from high school in Conway, Arkansas, in 1979. He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and earned a Master of Science degree in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas in 1989. He attended Undergraduate Pilot Training at Williams Air Force Base, Arizona, and is a command pilot with more than 6900 flying hours in the C-130E, C-130H, T-38, and T-37 aircraft. Colonel Eggensperger’s previous assignments include Co-Pilot, Aircraft Commander, and Instructor Pilot, 50th Tactical Airlift Squadron and Command Post Senior Controller, 314th Tactical Airlift Wing, Little Rock AFB, Arkansas. He joined the Arkansas Air Guard in 1990 and has served in various positions including Instructor Pilot, Executive Officer, Chief of Wing Plans, Chief Pilot, Operations Officer, 154th Training Squadron Commander and served as Operations Group Commander before assuming command of the 189th Airlift Wing. Colonel Eggensperger’s Professional Military Education includes Squadron Officer School, Air Command and Staff College, Contingency Wartime Planning Course and Air War College. About Congressman Tim Griffin Congressman Tim Griffin was re-elected as the 24th representative of Arkansas’s Second Congressional District on November 6, 2012. For the 113th Congress, he is a member of the House Committee on Ways and Means while also serving as an Assistant Whip for the majority. In the 112th Congress, he served as a member of the House Armed Services Committee, the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on the Judiciary. Griffin is a graduate of Magnolia High School, Hendrix College in Conway and Tulane Law School in New Orleans, and attended graduate school at Oxford University. He has served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 17 years, was deployed to Iraq with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He also served as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas and Special Assistant to the President and Deputy Director of Political Affairs for President George W. Bush. Griffin lives in Little Rock with his wife Elizabeth, a Camden native, and their two children. For more information about the campaign, please visit www.TimGriffinforArkansas.com. Griffin supporters can also follow the campaign on Twitter at www.Twitter.com/TGforArkansas and on Facebook at www.Facebook. com/TimGriffinforArkansas.
advocacy, and financial assistance; supporting these individuals to achieve their post military service goals. Hope’s commitment to boosting the morale of the country’s military spanned almost 60 years. In 1941, it all started when Hope and other performers did a radio show for servicemen and women in March Field, Calif. From then on, he hosted radio shows that aired from military bases through the U.S. and theaters in Europe and the South Pacific. He soon began visiting war areas and he and his wife, Dolores, started the Christmas appearances on foreign soil to greet the soldiers. Johnson captures the comedy of Bob Hope and brings a song and a smile to all of those men and women in uniform. Also performing is “Two on Tap,� a creative collaboration of two musical theater performers—Melissa Giattino and Ron DeStefano. The pair of songand-dance showstoppers represents the era of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers or Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney in
their act. It is a creative collaboration of these two performers with vocal harmony and dance numbers. There is also a special performance by the A-State Jazz Band. Tickets can be purchased at the A-State Box Office in the lower red entrance of the Convocation Center or online at astate.edu/tickets. Call the Box Office at 870-972-2781 or toll-free: 888-2783267. For more information about the event itself, contact Arkansas State University College of Nursing and Health Professions at 870-972-3112 or email Dr. Hanrahan at hanrahan@astate.edu. This and other releases are online at astate.edu/a/asunews/ Gina Bowman Director of Media Relations Arkansas State University (Ofc) 870-972-2250 (Cell) 870-243-6020 g b o w m a n @ a s t a t e . edu<mailto:gbowman@astate.edu> “Arkansas State University educates leaders, enhances intellectual growth and enriches lives.�
Museum Holds Prairie Pioneers Day Camp Arkansas Post Museum invites you to participate in Prairie Pioneers Day Camp. This fun-filled, historically educational summer day camp is for kids grades K-5. This is a six-day camp, starting on July 16-18, and continuing July 23-25. Camp starts at 9 am and ends at 12 pm. Campers get to experience life just like Laura did in the Little House on the Prairie books! This camp has lots of fun, exciting, handson activities, story time, crafts and refreshments. Your child will have plenty
to bring home and make memories to last a lifetime. To register your children, contact the museum for a registration form and fees. Cost includes all supplies and refreshments. Admission is $60.00 per child. Please contact Maria Jackson at 870-548-2634 or email, maria. jackson@arkansas.gov. Arkansas Post Museum State Park is located six miles south of Gillett and fourteen miles north of Dumas on Highway 165.
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Arkansas State University’s College of Nursing and Health Professions department, in conjunction with Fowler Foods, is presenting a special show, “An Evening with Bob Hope,� to benefit the Beck PRIDE Center for America’s Wounded Veterans, Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. The event takes place at Riceland Hall in the Fowler Center. Tickets are $20 each. Bill Johnson, a Bob Hope impersonator, will entertain the audience as ‘Bob,’ bringing to life the comedy of the
real legend. Johnson dresses in a tuxedo, classic Bob Hope golf attire or in military apparel similar to the clothes worn by Hope during all of the years he entertained the troops overseas and at home. “The Beck PRIDE Center has served over 500 veterans and their families since its inception in 2007,� said Dr. Susan Hanrahan, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions. “The center relies on donations for its operations. This is our first major fundraiser.  We are very excited to have “Bob� and other featured performers in Jonesboro for a spectacular night of laughs, talent and song. I hope the community will be able to join us for a very memorable evening.� The Beck PRIDE Center is focused on Personal Rehabilitation, Individual Development and Education. The center’s mission is to provide combat wounded veterans with first class educational programs and services at Arkansas State University. These include, but are not limited to resources to access to the higher education experience, resources for counseling, personal rehabilitation,
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Marlon Mowdy, Education Specialist at Potlatch Conservation Education Center at Cook’s Lake presented a “Birds of Prey” Program on Monday, June 30 at the
Extension Office in DeWitt. Ana Hollis, CEA-Family & Consumer Sciences led the Hummingbird feeder craft.
4-H Crafts Workshop ◄ 4-H Leaders Priscilla Bennett and Beth Earlywine with the help of others conducted a 4-H Crafts Workshop for youth on Tuesday, June 24 at Faith Baptist Church in DeWitt.
A Week in Review From Senator Jonathan Dismang The legislature wrapped up a three-day special session after approving bills to increase the capacity of state prisons, to hold down anticipated costs for public school health insurance and to impose a moratorium on fast-paced computerized lottery games. The Arkansas inmate population is about 17,000 and is growing steadily. State prison units and many county jails are filled to capacity. The legislature voted to increase the annual budget of the State Correction Department by more than $6 million, which will allow it to operate an additional 600 prison beds. Also passed during the special session was a moratorium that prohibits the Lottery Commission from installing keno and other fast-pace computer games in bars and restaurants. The moratorium expires March 13, 2015. A permanent prohibition on keno is likely to be reconsidered during the 2015 regular session. The legislature approved several changes affecting the health insurance system for public school employees, which offers coverage to about 47,000 people. Legislation changes the membership of the state board that administers the system, adding positions that represent school employees. Other provisions change eligibility criteria, and will affect spouses of school employees who are currently enrolled in the school health plan. If they are eligible for health coverage elsewhere, such as where they work, they will not be eligible for coverage under the school plan in 2015. The new law limits cove age for treatment of morbid obesity. Also, part-time employees will no longer be eligible, beginning in 2015. The legislation defines a part-time employee as one who works fewer than 30 hours a week, and will affect an estimated 4,000 school
employees. Teachers and public school employees will notice other changes that are not included in legislation approved during the special session. Those changes have been or will be imposed by the State and Public School Life and Health Insurance Board, and include increases in co-pays, rates and deductibles. For example, the cost of the bronze plan is expected to increase from $11 a month to $60 a month. Another expected change would require the gold plan to begin charging a $1,000 a year deductible. There is no deductible this year. The system is already using a method called “referenced based pricing” to hold down costs for pharmaceuticals. Under the method, the insurance plan reimburses not for the cost of a specific brand name drug, but instead for amount of a drug that represents a category. Often it is the cheapest drug in the category. Reference based pricing tends to encourage patients and physicians to use cheaper prescriptions rather than new, expensive ones. Consultants to the school health insurance system estimate that a renewed focus on reference based pricing will save it about $4.6 million a year. The system can claim another $2 million if it aggressively audits its rebate program. When health plans negotiate with pharmaceutical companies for large volumes of prescriptions, the manufacturers often offer rebates as incentives. Consultants believe the school health insurance system could gain $2 million if it more vigorously seeks rebates that it has been promised by drug companies. The legislation approved during the special session and the actions by the health insurance board will prevent average rate increases of 35 percent for school employees. Rate increases will depend on which plan the employee chooses.
DeWitt Nursing Home To Honor Long Time Employee Glynda James, LPN, started to work at DeWitt Nursing Home on July 15, 1972. She has been a dedicated employee since that date. Glynda has gone above and beyond her duties as a nurse. She has sat with many families as they grieved the loss of their loved ones. Many items in the nursing home were purchased by Mrs. James with her own funds. She has also been very active in fund raising events, often doing the cooking and furnishing the items for the fundraisers. On Tuesday, July 15th, DeWitt Nursing Home will be having Glynda James Day! We invite the public to come by and congratulate Glynda and have some cake and punch with us. The celebration will start at 3PM in the dining room. All family, friends, former resident families and the public are cordially invited.
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New Ad Highlights Cotton’s Personal Attack on Pryor’s Faith After Cotton last week sparked headlines for questioning Pryor’s faith, Pryor tells Arkansans: “This is who I am and what I believe.” Today, the Pryor for Senate campaign released a new television ad, “Heart,” which highlights Rep. Tom Cotton’s deeply personal attack on Mark Pryor’s faith. Last week, Cotton labeled Pryor a oncea-week Christian and faced immediate backlash from the media for his out-of-bounds comments. This simple, straightforward ad recaps the in-state coverage of Cotton’s attacks and features Pryor speaking directly to camera about his faith. Congressman Cotton has declined to retract or apologize for his personal attacks, despite near universal agreement that questioning the sincerity of someone’s religious views is beyond the norm for a political campaign, in Arkansas or anywhere. Last week, Art English of the University of Arkansas put it this way in an interview with the the Ar-
kansas Democrat-Gazette: “Neighborliness, the Hogs, religion and patriotism; those are the four Arkansas values that come to mind immediately,” said Art English, a political science professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. “We take our faith seriously in Arkansas, and when someone injects faith in political conversations, that does open up a whole new avenue of discussion,” he said. “I’m surprised that Rep. Cotton would make that comment. It seems like kind of a desperate tactic. Even if the intent was to lump him in with the president, it’s kind of an attack on somebody as a conventional Christian and saying they’re only there on Sundays. You can’t ever really know what someone’s personal struggle with faith is.” [Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, 7/3/14] The ad, a significant six-figure buy,
begins running today statewide. [ON SCREEN] : Do not judge… News Anchor #1: Are you a oncea-week Christian? Congressman Tom Cotton says Senator Mark Pryor is. News Anchor #2: Cotton made a negative and assumptive comment about Pryor’s faith. News Anchor #3: Challenging Pryor on that faith. [ON SCREEN] : …or you too will be judged. - Matthew 7:1 Sen. Mark Pryor: I’m not ashamed to say that I believe in God, and I believe in His word. [ON SCREEN] : No one should judge another’s heart. Sen. Mark Pryor: The Bible teaches us no one has all the answers. Only God does. I’m Mark Pryor, and I approve this message because this is who I am and what I believe.
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“4-H Day On the Wild Side” was Monday, June 23 at Potlatch Conservation Education Center at Cook’s Lake. Marlon Mowdy, Education Specialist presented
two programs: “An Upland Nature Hike” and “White Tailed Deer”.
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