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2014 Arkansas Rice Expo
$45,000 REWARD
There is a $45,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction for the person or persons responsible for the shooting death of Brice Stoddard on June 13, 2014. Please call Investigator Scott Rosegrant at 870-946-3161.
STUDENTS REPORT AUGUST 18
The bus wheels will begin rolling again in just a few days in the DeWitt School District. Teachers will report for professional development on August 12 and students will not be far behind. School will officially begin for students on August 18, 2014.
OPEN HOUSE FOR SCHOOL
By Shelly Faulkner
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MEETING
The Grand Prairie Center in Stuttgart hosted the 2014 Arkansas Rice Expo Friday, August 1st. This year’s event drew over a 1000 people with lots of free goodies and fun activities for the kids and lots of information on rice production in our area. The day started at 8:00 a.m. with registration, then at 8:30 field and virtual tours began which featured Rice Breeding Updates, Weed Control Technologies, Irrigation and Insect Management, N-Star Program
Open House for all schools in the district will be held on Thursday, August 14 from 5-7 pm at each school. Parents are encouraged to attend, meet the teachers and staff and pick up useful information for the coming year.
The American Legion Auxiliary will meet at the Willow’s, August 7th at 5:30 pm. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
ALUMNI GIRLS SOFTBALL GAME
Get ready for Coach Peek’s 2nd Alumni Girls Softball Game. It will be held onFriday, August 8, at 6:30 pm. The “oldies” have waited a year for this rematch! All proceeds benefit Romania Missions. Hope to see you at the ballfield.
PCCUA SPONSORS SPRING BREAK CRUISE
PCCUA-DeWitt campus Community Education department is sponsoring a spring break cruise March 2229, 2015. The 7 day cruise will depart from New Orleans, LA with ports of call in Key West, FL, Nassau, and Grand Bahamas. Call Nia Rieves at 9463506 ext. 1614 for more information.
and Agronomics. Lot’s of exhibits lined the hallways with free goodies and information on their products and businesses. “For the first time, Arkansas is expected to produce more than half the rice in America”, said Keith Glover, president and chief executive officer of Producers Rice Mill, during the discussion of the 2014 farm bill. Tiffany Aaron, of Cleburne county, won the $200.00 prize in the Rice Expo recipe contest, with Alice May Johnson
from Arkansas county, making it into the top five. Miss Arkansas County Rice, Lizzy Bronson, along with other county winners, served the crowd samples of their winning recipes. A Farmers Market Tent was a new addition to this year’s Rice Expo, with fresh vegetables, baked goods, and hand made items from local vendors.
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LOCAL NEWS 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 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: •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
Thanks for Your Service By Robert Chambers I am writing this letter to acknowledge former Stuttgart Public Works Director Andrew Robinson for his service to our community. I have known Mr.Robinson and his family practically all my adult life, Andrew hails from one of Stuttgart’s most prominent families, his dad the late Eddie Robinson, was one of the first Blacks of African descent, to be employed with the Stuttgart Sanitation Department.Mr.Eddie, as he was affectionately called worked there until he retired, leaving behind a legacy of family first and hard work. Andrew›s mother the late Missionary Mary Etta Robinson, was a mother who not only trained her children up in the way they should go and that way was holiness, but all children that grew up at Benton Temple C.O.G.I.C.under the Leadership of the late Elder C.L.Benton. I know we all have sinned in some type of way, and it perturbs me to see Andrew Robinson’s good name and that of his family being dragged through the mud. I have known crimes that have occurred in Stuttgart that have never come to light.Andrew was appointed Stuttgart Public Works Director by former mayor Harry ‘Butch’ Reichenbach becoming the first African -American to serve in that capacity.This position gave Andrew authority over the street department and the sanitation department, many employees within the street department never had a Black man in authority and Andrew had to set the record straight almost on a daily basis. During Andrew›s tenure as Stuttgart Public Works Director I conversed with him least one or twice a week, and I know how dearly he loved keeping Stuttgart beautiful and clean,and for that I will be forever grateful. Andrew served the city of Stuttgart with distinction, for over four decades until his untimely resignation in May 2013. Andrew as Public Works Director served the city equally, making sure all areas of the city were served appropriately.I commend Andrew for his fine work he has done for our city,and I look forward to awarding Andrew Robinson with the Stuttgart Civil/Human Right Party Life Time Achievement Award .
R E WA R D $45,000
for information leading to the arrest and conviction for the person or persons responsible for the shooting death of Brice Stoddard on June 13, 2014. Please call Investigator Scott Rosegrant at 870-946-3161.
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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.
Soap Making Workshop
A soap making workshop was held Saturday, August 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc, Arkansas. Ten participants learned the cold process of making soap, and made six different recipes. Mary Buchman, Interpreter at Powhatan Historic State Park, instructed. Workshop participants included: Shirley Overturf of Des Arc; Lisa and Misty Boatman and Alice Smith of Searcy; Michelle Hurst of Griffithville; Donna Stevens of Bradford; Stephen McAteer, Tom Gray, and Teresa Hudson of Little Rock; and Elizabeth Bittner of Crowley’s Ridge State Park. Lower White River Museum will host a fall crafts workshop on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m.1p.m. For further information contact Monica Smith at the Lower White River Museum, 2009 Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040. Phone (870) 256-3711 Fax (870) 256-9202. E-mail: monica.f.smith@arkansas.gov. Lower White River Museum State Park is one of 52 state parks administered by the State Parks Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.
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Real Freedom
receive academic credit if they accept an internship in one of the state offices. Priority is given to Arkansas students who have completed at least their sophomore year of college. The positions are unpaid. The fall sesPastor Steve Ellison sion dates are August 25th – December 19th for WashMy country has just celebrated the July 4th holiday. ington and late August through early December, deFreedom has been celebrated and thanks have been pending on the academic calendar, for the state offices. expressed for the freedoms that we have. It is marvel- Interested applicants should visit www.boozman.senous to be free to speak, free to exercise religion, free to ate.gov and click on the “apply for an internship link.” possess weapons to defend ourselves, free to assemble, The deadline to apply is Friday, August 15th. free to print things critical of the government, free to pursue life and happiness. All our freedoms are wonderful and we ought to celebrate them. However, the Bible speaks of a better and more important freedom. Before looking at that more important freedom, we ought to first admit that only God is truly free. No one else is free to do as he/she chooses. As U.S. citizens we have some semblance of freedom, but we are not truly free to do as we please. Each of us has some restraints Funeral services for on our behavior. There are certain things we are not Mrs. Claudette Braallowed to do. Furthermore, only God can declare that nham Turner age 73, He is going to do a thing and be absolutely certain that were held at 2 p.m. He will do the thing. The rest of us cannot be certain Wednesday, July 30, that we will be able to do any single thing we set out to 2014 at the chapel of do, no matter how small a thing it might be. Death or Golden Funeral Home circumstances might prevent us from completing the with Dr. Vic Carter ofsmallest of tasks. Thus, only God is truly free to do ficiating. Interment folwhat He pleases. lowed in Carter CemeRomans 8:1-3 has a word for every member of the hutery. Visitation was held man race, “Therefore there is now no condemnation 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Golden Funeral Home. Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the Mrs. Turner, a resident law of sin and of death. For what the Law could not of Bastrop, passed away do, weak as it was through the flesh, God did: sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and as an ofSaturday, July 26, 2014 fering for sin.” (NASU) Because Christ lived a perfect at Morehouse General Hospital. She was a homelife without sin, those who trust in Him are free from maker and bookkeeper for N&C Turner Farms. the penalty incurred by sin. It is a wonderful thing to Mrs. Turner also enjoyed playing the piano and be freed from that terrible penalty. served as pianist for many years at Bonita Baptist Jesus has a word for those who believe in Him, John Church. She was an avid gardener and an excel8:31-37, “So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had lent cook. She was also an accomplished seambelieved Him, “If you continue in My word, then stress and enjoyed making clothes for her family. you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know Mrs. Turner is preceded in death by her husband the truth, and the truth will make you free.” They anNathan Turner; parents, Victor and Gladys Branswered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have ham; four brothers, Elvin, Lester, Larry, and John never yet been enslaved to anyone; how is it that You Branham; and two son-in-laws, Hank Fowler and say, ‘You will become free’?” Jesus answered them, Robert McLeod. “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who commits sin She is survived by four daughters, Sandra Hughes is the slave of sin. The slave does not remain in the and husband Todd of Bastrop, LA, Karen Kelhouse forever; the son does remain forever. So if the ley and husband Tommy of Calhoun, LA, JuSon makes you free, you will be free indeed.” (NASU) lie Kilcrease and husband Brian of Bastrop, LA, Sin may involve a fleeting pleasure but it always beShelly Stroud and husband Andy of Bastrop, LA; comes a terrible and tyrannical master. Those who five sisters, Barbara “Sis” Nutt of Star City, AR, look to Christ, moving forward in the knowledge of Sylvia Mason of Noble, OK, Janette Nugent of DeHim, will be freed from bondage of sin. Witt, AR, Lynette Franks of DeWitt, AR, Debbie Revelation 21:3-4 speaks of yet another freedom, “BeTrice of Gillett, AR; four brothers, Clayton Brahold, the tabernacle of God is among men, and He will nham of Gillett, AR, Garland Branham of Gillett, dwell among them, and they shall be His people, and AR, Jerry Branham of Gillett, AR, Donnie BranGod Himself will be among them, and He will wipe ham of Little Rock, AR; fourteen grandchildren; away every tear from their eyes; and there will no lonseven great grandchildren; and numerous nieces ger be any death; there will no longer be any mournand nephews. ing, or crying, or pain.” (NASU) One day, all who have Serving as pallbearers were Todd Hughes, Tommy trusted Christ will be freed from the very presence of Kelley, Brian Kilcrease, Andy Stroud, and Loren sin. All the vestiges of sin will be wiped away. Sin is the Phillips. Honorary pallbearers are Jerrett Fowler cause of pain, suffering, and death. Freedom from the and Corey McLeod. penalty of sin, freedom from bondage to sin, and freedom from the very presence of sin equals real freedom.
Obituary
Claudette Turner
Student Meals to Obituary Cost More William Goodell
Meal prices will be increasing in the DeWitt School District for the 2014-2015 school year. The DeWitt School Board approved an increase in meals recently. Breakfast prices for all students in grades K-12 will be $1.00 with adult breakfasts to cost $1.25. Lunch prices for 2014-2015 are: Elementary students- $1.50 DeWitt Middle School- $1.75 DeWitt High School- $2.00 Adults at all campuses- $3.50 For information about how to qualify for free or reduced lunch status, contact Sharon Duncan, Food Service Director by calling the DeWitt Elementary School at 870-946-4651.
Boozman Announces Fall Intern Program
U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) announced that his office is seeking full or part-time interns to help staff in his Washington, D.C. and seven state offices during the 2014 fall semester. “Working in a Senate office allows interns to experience what they’ve learned in school, acquiring firsthand knowledge of the legislative process and constituent services responsibilities. This is a great opportunity to do rewarding work on behalf of the people of Arkansas,” Boozman said. The Washington intern program emphasizes both practical and educational aspects of working on Capitol Hill from the first-hand perspective. Interns participate in the daily operation of the Senate office, as well as attending both Committee hearings and watching floor proceedings from the Senate gallery. Internships in Washington give students an opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the federal government by working closely with the legislative, communications and constituent services staff members. In addition, interns will provide constituents with private tours of the U.S. Capitol. Students may also apply to serve in one of the state offices where each will have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge about how a senator’s office provides constituent services, interacts with the community, and serves as a liaison to the Washington, D.C. office. Interns in state office will work closely with staff to help individual constituents with casework, such as VA benefits, Social Security issues and Passports. Senator Boozman has seven state offices to serve the various regions of Arkansas—Lowell, Fort Smith, Mountain Home, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Stuttgart and El Dorado. Interns will be able to receive academic credit for their work if they so choose depending on their college’s requirements for such credit. Students are required to
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William Judson Goodell, age 83, of Gillett died July 30, 2014. He was born December 6, 1930 in DeWitt to Joe Henry and Carrie Estell Wells Goodell who preceded him in death. He was retired from the U.S. Army, worked as a carpenter, was a member of the American Legion, American Rifle Association, the Arkansas County Historical Society and was a Baptist. Survivors include his wife, Lois Brinton Goodell; children: W. P. Goodell of Forrest City, Beverly Goodell of Gillett, Larry Joe Goodell of Tichnor, three grandchildren and six great- grandchildren. Graveside services were held 10:00 Friday, August 1st at Gillett Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home, DeWitt.
Obituary Mabel Ola Davis Mabel Ola Bullock Davis, 89, of Stuttgart passed away Saturday, July 12,2014, at Baptist Health in Stuttgart. Mabel was born July 29, 1924, in DeWitt to Elmer and Lavada Neilson Bullock. She was a member of Grand Prairie Church in Stuttgart. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Watson Davis; one daughter, Bonnie McKennon, one son-in-law, Clyde McKennon Sr.; one son, Car Lee Lester; two grandsons, Rickey Younger and Jerry B. Younger; two granddaughters, Tanya Gardner and Tammy Inman; one sister, Rosa Faye Robinson; three brothers, Chester, Vernon and Clarence Bullock; and one daughter-inlaw, Sharon Lester. Survivors are three daughters, Rovin Lavell Inman (Everett), Beverly Ideker (Ray) and Debra Maier, all of Stuttgart; one stepson, Bill Davis of Clarendon; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Hospice Healthcare or the donor’s choice.
Obituary James McCann James Jerome McCann, age 95, of St. Charles died Monday, July 21, 2014. He was born June 13, 1919 in Waterloo, Iowa to Roy Otis and Isabel Rose Denning McCann. He was retired after 30 years service in the U. S. Air Force, was a member of St. Charles Methodist Church, the American Legion, DeWittSt. Charles Hunting Club and was an advisor and worked for many years with the Boy Scouts. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, two sisters and a grandson. Survivors include his wife, Hazel Luebke McCann; children: Jamie Rasor (John) if Greenfield, IN, John McCann (Marion) of Rustin, LA, George McCann (Brenda) of Mabelvale, twelve grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved this part of Arkansas County and the White River. He was a proud military retiree and was proud of his service to his country. Funeral services were 10:00 AM Friday, July 25th at Essex Funeral Home Chapel in DeWitt with burial in St. Charles Cemetery. Visitation was Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 at the funeral home. essexfuneralhome.com Memorials may be made to St. Charles Cemetery or St. Charles Methodist Church.
Obituary Fay Coit Fay Bowden George Coit, age 71, of DeWitt died July 29, 2014. She was born June 29, 1943 in Holly Grove to Hubert Nathan and Mattie Dorella Walker Bowden. She worked 35 years for the DeWitt Shoe Factory as a foreman and was a Baptist. She lived to fish, hunt, play cards and Scrabble and play with her grandchildren. Survivors include a son, William C. George and daughter Shannon Bullock and her husband, David all of DeWitt, grandchildren: Kaleb, Kenzie and Emma Bullock, sisters, Judy Kyle, Margaret Manning and Sue Kemp all of DeWitt along with a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jackie Bowden. A visitation to celebrate her life was held 5:00 to 7:00 Thursday, July 31st at Essex Funeral Home, DeWitt.
Obituary James Brown James Wesley Brown, 47, of Lancaster, SC passed away July 25th at Springs Memorial Hospital after a lengthy illness. Jim was the son of the late J.J. Brown and Mary Frances Waller Lester. He was a 1986 graduate of DeWitt High School and joined the Marines after living in Indiana for eighteen months. After discharge he became a corrections officer for the South Carolina Department of Corrections from which he retired in January. Jim is survived by his wife Sandra N. Brown, a son; Wesley, and a daughter; Makayla all of Lancaster, SC; two sisters, Michelle Sledge (Billy) of Pangburn, AR and Monica Roach (Larry) of DeWitt. He was preceded in death by his brother, Carroll P. Lester Jr. A service to celebrate his life was held July 30 in Lancaster. His interment in DeWitt will take place at a later date.
Thank You
From the family of David Burtram, we want to thank all who showed us love and care with prayer, food, plants, cards, and visitation. Thank you so much. Thank you for all the phone calls, gifts, and food during the loss of our loved one, Michael Miller. Words cannot express how grateful we are for your thoughtfulness and friendship. Also a special thank you to Landmark Baptist Church and Bro. Dee for such a beautiful service and preparing such great food before the service for our family. Thank you again, Jeff and Terri Jones Naomi Miller Larry and Karen Miller
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COMMUNITY NEWS
DeWitt Public Library Holds Open House
By Shelly Faulkner
The DeWitt Public Library held their open house August 4th, to show the public all the hard work they have put into updating the Library. All fiction books
have been moved to the front for easier access. The back area has been set up with wi-fi and tables for the public to be able to work in bigger and quieter areas
Brent Shephard, Sara Beth Cole, and Teresa Bearden
Sara Beth serves snacks to Riley, Gage, and Kaitlyn Allen
- PIANO LESSONS Fall classes begin August 25th. Call Debbie Briggs at 870-946-1191 (home) or 870-692-1008 (cell)
When school is out parents need a safe place for their kids to go. The At-Risk After School Meals Programs in Arkansas provide a safe, structured, supervised and adult supported environment. The programs that serve nutritional meals or snacks draw children and teenagers into constructive activities that are safe and educational. Learn how you can provide a program like this in your community by calling (501) 682-8869.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Ferguson Rural Health Clinic Dr. Ralph Maxwell & Suzette Boyd, APN
Open Mon. - Thurs. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fri. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 870-946-3637 Taking New Patients - New Born to Geriatric Care - Pre Employment Drug Screening - School Physicals - DOT Physicals by appt. only -
Walk-ins accepted • Appointments preferred Open during lunch
without being disturbed. The librarians also served cupcakes, cake, cookies, and punch at the open house.
The remodeled “study room”
Jayden Allen gets a snack
Curtis Ransom enjoys the snacks
DeWitt School District Free and Reduced Meals
The DeWitt School District has announced its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program, and School Breakfast Program. DeWitt Elementary, DeWitt Middle, DeWitt High, and Gillett Elementary School has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The price charged for a paid student breakfast is $1.00; the price charged for a paid student lunch is $1.50 for DeWitt and Gillett Elementary, $1.75 for DeWitt Middle School, and $2.00 for DeWitt High School. HOUSEHOLD APPLICATIONS The household size and income criteria identified below will be used to determine eligibility for free and reduced price benefits for SY 2014-15. Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or reduced price meals. Household application forms are being distributed by the school with a letter informing households of the availability of free and reduced price meals for their children. Only one application should be submitted for each household. Applications are also available at the principal’s office in each school. To apply for free or reduced price meals, households must complete the application and return it to the school. Applications may be submitted at any time during the school year as circumstances change. The in-
formation households provide on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and verification of data. Applications may be subject to verification at any time during the school year by school officials. CATEGORICAL ELIGIBILITY Children who are members of a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly food stamps, household are categorically eligible for free meals. School officials will determine eligibility for free meals based on documentation obtained directly from the SNAP office. School officials will notify households of their eligibility by September 29, 2014. Households with children who are members of currently approved Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly food stamps) may submit application with abbreviated information as described in the application instructions. Children certified as migrant, homeless or runaway by the district are categorically eligible for free meals. Contact Sharon Duncan at (870) 946-4651 with questions regarding migrant, homeless or runaway meal benefits. Foster children who are the legal responsibility of a welfare agency or court are also eligible for benefits regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside. Eligibility for the foster child is based on the child being the legal
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responsibility of welfare agency or court. An application for a household that includes both foster children and non-foster must be completed for eligibility to be determined for the non-foster children. Contact Sharon Duncan at (870) 946-4651 with questions regarding foster children. Children in households that receive WIC may be eligible for benefits. An application must be completed for determination of eligibility. If a household member becomes unemployed during the school year, the household may be eligible for free or reduced price meals PROVIDED that the loss of income causes the household income to be within the eligibility criteria. An application should be completed for determination of eligibility benefits. Under the provisions of the free and reduced price meal policy Sharon Duncan, (Title of the Determining Official (s) will review applications and determine eligibility. (870) 946-4651 Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the determining official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. Parents wishing to make a formal appeal for a hearing on the decision may make a request either to: Dr Lynne Dardeene (870) 946-3576 A household may SUBMIT an application ANYTIME DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR.
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Gillett News By Darla Grantham I look forward to reading the news regarding your family and friends! Contact Darla Grantham, P.O. Box 324, Gillett, AR 72055, call (870) 548-2850, or email dgrantham@pccua.edu. WOMACK FAMILY ENJOYS VACATION Randy and Gayle Womack, Ryan, Kenna, and Eli Womack of Jonesboro,
and Ryan, Jordan, Lainie, and Reese Gardner of Weiner, all enjoyed a nice family vacation in Orange Beach, AL. While there they enjoyed eating out at many seafood restaurants, shopping, and the beach. They visited The Little Zoo That Could, a home and petting zoo to rescued animals. The kids were
able to feed them, and they LOVED it! The last night, a photographer met them on the beach to take family pictures. FUHRMAN TO HAVE SURGERY Aaron Fuhrman of Hot Springs will be having a very rare surgery called Kyphosis Posterior Spinal Fusion on Friday, August 8, 2014. The surgery
will be done at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Aaron is the son of Benny Fuhrman of Hot Springs, and the grandson of Leland and Marian Fuhrman of Gillett. The family appreciates your prayers for their loved one.
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Crocketts Bluff, St. Charles and Ethel News By Margaret Aycock GREETINGS: Look at the Birds. They do not plant or harvest or store their food in barns, because our heavenly Lord feeds them. And are not you far more important to Him than they are? Think about it!!! SURPRISE! SURPRISE! Ms. Eleanor Bullock of Crockett’s Bluff, was pleasantly surprised on her 88th Birthday last week, when her sisters, Carlotta Barnhill of Cabot, and Jan Smith of Tyler, Texas; and Ms. Eleanor’s daughter, Eileen Ziegler of Russellville, and Ms Eleanor’s granddaughter, Kalyn Stark of Pottsville, knocked at her door; carrying two decorated Birthday cakes, chips & dips,punch, ice cream and homemade fudge. Also attending Ms Eleanor’s surprise Birthday party, were Stevan & Peggy Bullock, Terry Dan &
Joan Bullock and Ruthe Richards of Coy, (who, I understand was already here visiting with her Mother.) Later, Darryll & Vicki Gardner came by to enjoy the fun and & fellowship. Ms. Eleanor said, “My party was a lot of fun. There was a lot of remembering going on.” MY COMMENTS: First of all, Ms. Eleonor, I wish you a belated, HAPPY 88TH BIRTHDAY! I feel that you really deserved this wonderful surprise your children gave you. These are memories that no one can take from you. And your next 88 years, I hope that I’m around to come by and wish you a personal Happy Birthday! We love you and hope to see you soon (if we have our meeting). Keep up the good work. You are amazing. You go, Girl! SHOPPING:
Ms. Eleanor Bullock and her daughter, Ruthe Richards of Coy, traveled to Little Rock on Thursday. They enjoyed shopping together and they also had Dr’s appointments to keep. HOSPITAL PATIENT: Nora Watson of DeWitt, was taken to St. Vincent’s Hospital, in Little Rock, last, Wednesday, July (30th) and she had a hip repacement Friday. She moved to West Markham Rehabilitation Center in Little Rock, Monday, August 4th. Let’s all pray for Nora, and try to cheer her up. God bless you, Sis. Try to keep your good spirits up. We all love you. BIRTHDAYS: Arden Relyea - Aug. 15 Sandra Owens - Aug. 16 Nikki Johnson - Aug. 16 Holden Hornbeck - Aug. 16 Warren Jennings, Jr. Aug. 16
Dennis Maguffuey Aug. 17 Kinley Grace Atkinson Aug. 17 Dean West - Aug. 17 Shannon Bullock - Aug. 17 Ricky Larkin - Aug. 18 Sonny Sisemore - Aug. 18 Katie Tsom - Aug. 19 Tony Snyder - Aug. 20 Blade Ragsdale - Aug. 20 Celeste Waard - Aug. 20 Patrick Hudson - Aug. 20 ANNIVERSARIES: Andy & Kathy Radomski - Aug. 14 R.A, & Jamie Hornbeck - Aug. 17 Chuck & Cheryl Wilson - Aug. 17 Rick & Heidi Duffield Aug. 20 Charles Floyd & Shirley Jackson - Aug. 2 Until next time, God Bless Everybody, especially the good old USA!
Farmers and Merchants Bank Announces New Hire Farmers and Merchants Bank President and CEO Gary Hudson recently announced the hiring of Barry A. Barnett as VicePresident and Loan Officer in DeWitt. Born and raised in Stuttgart, Barnett is relocating from Crossett where he was previously in banking. Barnett was Rotary President and served on boards for the Crossett Boys and Girls Club, United Way, and Crossett Public School Education Alliance. Barnett is currently a member of DeWitt Rotary Club. Barnett is a 1995 graduate of Stuttgart High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Business from Arkansas State Uni-
versity in 2000. Barnett served on the Arkansas Bankers Association Emerging Leaders Council from 2012- June 2014. He is a 2013 graduate of Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at SMU and has 14 years of banking experience. Barry and his wife, Courtny, have three boys. Farmers and Merchants Bank is headquartered in Stuttgart with branches in Des Arc, Hazen, Dewitt, Marianna, Perryville and Morrilton. With close to $700 million in assets, F&M is one of the largest agriculture lending banks in the state.
Farmers and Merchants Bank President and CEO Gary Hudson names Brad Chambless Chief Lending Officer. Chambless is Senior Vice-President and Board Member. Chambless will maintain offices in Stuttgart and Dewitt. Chambless is a 1987 graduate of Dumas High School and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Arkansas at Monticello. He received his law degree from the University Of Arkansas School Of Law at Fayetteville. Chambless joined Farmers and Merchants Bank in 2006 after practicing law in Arkansas for ten years, most recently with the Berry Law Firm. Active in the community and in the field of banking, Chambless is Director of Acres of Help, Inc., a member of the foundation board of Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas, member of the Arkansas Bar Association, member of the agricultural sub-committee of the Arkansas Bankers Association, and Director and Vice Chairman for Arkansas Capital Corporation. Chambless and his wife Ja have two sons and are members of Hebron Missionary Baptist Church in DeWitt. Farmers and Merchants Bank, headquartered in Stuttgart, is locally owned and has branches in DeWitt, Hazen, Des Arc, Morrilton, Perryville and Marianna. With close to $700 million in assets, F&M is one of the largest agriculture lending banks in the state.
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Tuesday, August 12th, 2014 Business Meeting at 5:30 • Convention at 6:30
$5.00 for Steak Dinner Tickets available at Arkansas County Farm Bureau offices
The speaker for this event will be Arkansas Farm Bureau President Randy Veach For more information, call 946-3501 in DeWitt or 673-1651 in Stuttgart
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FAITH & RELIGION WEEKLY SERMON
Christians are People That Know By William Wood We are living in a day when people seem to find it hard to know right from wrong. Skepticism is becoming more and more prevalent, as doubts concerning spiritual things attack the minds of the people! But God has so prepared the human mind that it desires definite knowledge and positive proof. Since He made us that way He has promised to meet that need! One thing that distinguishes Christianity from all human systems is that it deals with absolute truth. Christians are people who know! God has given His born again people the ability to know truth, and with it the Spiritual strength to stand and say “I know!” We thank God for this! Born again people, who have had time to be taught by The Holy Ghost, are not walking in the dark, but in the light of God’s Revealed Word! They can say “such and such is wrong.” The issues concerning life’s death are so greatly important, and the stake involved in the salvation of our soul is so far ahead of all other things in importance, that we can’t afford to be uncertain about it! My sermon today was prompted by a friend who had loved ones gone on, the same as most of us have. I remarked that we would someday see them again. The reply was “I hope so.” This person had been a church member for many years, and it was far past the time when they should have known where they are going when they die! No one would be foolish enough to cross a frozen river until they knew the ice was strong enough to hold them. Do we dare then to face the river of death with nothing more than a vague rope that we will be safe on the other side? Personal assurance in our hearts is the crying need of this evil hour. There can be no real peace of heart and soul until we have it! A parent who is in suspense concerning the safety of a child is in an agony of soul. A criminal who lies in the death cell, hoping for a pardon is in mental torment until his pardon arrives. May I say this without any condemnation toward any person, a confessed Christian who knows not whether they shall end in Heaven or hell is greatly in need of the Gospel of Salvation. We say again, Christians are people who know! They know they have “Passed from death unto life.” (1st John 3:14) They know that “If this earthly house were dissolved they have a building of God waiting.”(2nd Cor. 5:1) They know that “one day” they shall see Christ Face to Face and be made like Him.” (John 3:2) If you ask how do they know, the answer is, they have His Holy Ghost in them, Who makes them to know. Every person who has read in the Scriptures God’s invitation to sinners, and has confessed his sins and asked for forgiveness, and who is willing to live for God, forsaking his sins, can say in the words of an old hymn, “I came to Jesus as I was, weary and worn and sad; I found in Him a resting place and He has made me glad.” Amen
A Thought By Michael P. Daniel “Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean. Remove the evil of your doings from before My eyes. Cease to do evil, learn to do good. Seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan, plead for the widow” (Isaiah 1:16-17). “Isaiah was a realist. Though he was convinced of the truth of his message, he expected the people to be able to hear the message the first time, but not necessarily able to understand its importance and follow it readily. Old habits are not easily changed.” “Much like the Israelites, we also find our ears are dulled to the message. That is why Isaiah comes to us. Isaiah intends to be our hearing aid. Isaiah wishes to help us perceive the silent sigh, to amplify the message that is an octave too high, and bring it down to a level to which we can not only hear it, but also pay attention to it in a way that will call us to action.” “Isaiah’s warning is not meant to be depressing, but inspirational. He notes that IF we can hear the message to act in a good and just manner, we can turn the course of our world around. By learning to do good, devoting ourselves to justice, and looking out for those who cannot look out for themselves, we can find our world transformed. Only when we transform our hearing into understanding and action, can the heavens and the earth be glad and rejoice.” Rabbi Matt Dreffin So our United Methodist mantra to “make disciples for the transformation of the world” must first involve our own transformations. We who claim to believe in the message of Christ have a bounden duty to reflect all which is taught to us by Messiah. Claiming to believe goes far beyond a benign belief that Jesus of Nazareth once walked the earth; faith involves actions which reflect what it is we believe about The Lord, a reflection of the mercy once extended to us. Make no mistake; our actions do not buy us favor with our Holy Father, for He cannot be bought nor can He be impressed by human action. Rather we understand that the “transformation of the world” begins with the transformation of our own hearts, doing and being to our neighbors and to the world all The Lord has done and has been to His Church, His people. Then will we begin to see changes. Then will those outside of the Covenant begin to understand what the Holy Covenant is about. We will never see it nor understand its importance, however, until we first begin to do it ourselves. Blessings, Michael
The Silent Stealer and Killer (First In A Four-Part Series on “Worry—Its Causes and Cure”) By Tom Smith It lives in your home and in mine. It accompanies you to work. It goes to bed with you at night (if you let it). And, it does its job well, robbing us of our joy and peace-ofmind while contributing to many of our health problems. What is this deceptive, disruptive, deadly destroyer? It’s worry. You know, getting stressed or freaked out over something before or after it happens. Its causes are many, but thankfully there are some ways to successfully deal with it— which is the purpose of this four-week series on “Worry—Its Causes and Cure.” An Anglo-Saxon word, the basic meaning of “worry” is “to choke or strangle.” Thus, when you’re getting anxious over something you quite often will notice a tightening in your chest, neck and jaw. That inward uptightness often leads to an unconscious, physical tightness of the muscles in those areas, as well as an elevation in one’s blood pressure and cholesterol levels. And, continual stress can lead to other physical problems like ulcers, acid indigestion, diminished immune system, etc. That’s why it’s important for us to know its causes and cure (antidote). There are a lot of reasons we worry: Family problems. Financial problems. Physical problems. The future (unknowns). We worry about what we’re going to wear, eat, how we look and what other people think. And, as someone once said, we know worry doesn’t change anything (except us)—for it’s like rocking in a rocking chair; we’re expending lots of energy but going nowhere. Truly, we worry about the past, knowing we can’t change it. We worry about the future, knowing we can’t control it. And, all of these combine to rob us of our peace-of-mind and inward joy today. So, how can we quit worrying and enjoy God’s incomparable, indescribable Peace (John 14:27; Philippians 4:7)?
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The next three weeks we’re going to take a look at Matthew 6:19-34, which is a part of what’s known as Jesus’ “Sermon on the Mount.” In those verses you’ll find what He has to say about “heart-treasures” and the importance of laying up Heavenly ones, not earthly ones (vv.19-21). He also had quite a bit to say about singularity of focus (vv.22-24, 33) and simplicity of Faith/ trust (vv.25-32). And, He ends that section by reminding us to not “borrow trouble from tomorrow—for you’ve got enough to deal with today” (v.34). Yes, Jesus knew well our propensity for worry. He knew how easily doubts and fears can enter our mind, causing us to worry over things that will never happen—or those things over which we have no control (e.g., the unrest in the Middle East, the economy, global warming, etc.) So often we’re like the guy who fell overboard from his boat traveling down the Mississippi River. When he hit the water he disappeared from sight. A few seconds later he resurfaced, crying “Help me! Help me!” as he once again sank beneath the water. After three or four times of this, he finally screamed “Someone’s got to help me and help me right now! I can’t hold this anvil much longer!!” Quite a humorous anecdote, isn’t it? But, in reality, it describes what’s happening when we’re hanging onto worry. It distorts our thinking and robs us of hope, which leads to despair. Here’s hoping you’ll spend a few minutes this week reading Jesus’ words in Mt. 6:19-34 and then tune in again next week as we look more closely at “Worry—Its Causes and Cure.” 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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Schedule of Services Sunday School...................9:45 A.M. Morning Worship..............10:45 A.M. Evening Service..................6:00 P.M. Adult Bible Study Tues.......6:00 P.M. Teen Bible Study Wed........6:00 P.M. AWANA Wed..................6:00 P.M.
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John Berry Horton Family Reunion
Class Reunion The DeWitt High School Class of 1954 invites former classmates and friends to visit with them during their class reunion at the DeWitt Community Center on Saturday, August 9, 2014 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Dress casual and enjoy an afternoon of shared memories. For info: contact Jackie Dillion at 501-327-4617
Gillett ABC Preschool Registration Gillett ABC Preschool is accepting applications for the 2014-15 school year. Any child who will be 3 or 4 on or before August 1, 2014 will be eligible to enroll. Registration packets can be picked up at the Gillett Elementary office or the DeWitt Elementary office. If you have questions, please call (870) 548-2466. Enrollment is limited. Applicants who meet all enrollment requirements will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
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The annual John Berry Horton family reunion was held on Sunday, July 27th at the DeWitt Community Center. The event was hosted by the Mack and Susie Horton family. Following the invocation by Keith Noble, those attending enjoyed a delicious potluck meal--the highlight of the day. There were approximately 70 people in attendance. An auction of home-baked desserts was held with Jimmy and Tommy Horton presiding. A chocolate pie baked by Ruby Horton brought the highest bid of $75.00, with Jerry Horton winning the bid on the prized item. A raffle was held and tickets were drawn for prizes of gift baskets and cash. Others recognized and receiving prizes included: The oldest Horton descendant in attendance (Nora Watson), the youngest Horton in attendance (Cash Horton) and the person traveling the greatest distance (Travis Horton). The Horton Family Cookbook was recently reprinted and copies were on sale at the reunion. (The cookbook is also available for purchase by the public. Contact any family member for further information.) Attending from DeWitt were Jimmy and Ruby Horton, Tommy and Wanda Horton, Homer and Sue Horton, Nora Watson, Helen Hornbeck, Paul Horton, Sidney Horton, Jerry Goetz, David and Darlene
Horton, Cedric Earl Beard, Barry and Karen McKewen, Heath and Katy Watson, Kenneth Watson, Karen Doyle, Dennis, Susan and Ellie Watkins, Bill Bray, Sue Stevens, Betty Bateman and Ricky Bateman. Other guests included Judy DePriest, Marietta Henderson, Luann Henderson, Jeannie Gwatney, Jake, Elizabeth, and Devin Eason of Stuttgart; Bernie, Charlene, and Greg Horton of St. Charles; Haynes and Lillian Horton of Pine Bluff; Max and Nancy Horton of Ethel; Margie Herman and Amy Coulson of Gillett; Lisa Horton of West Helena; Harley and Linda Cummings, Melanie, Blake and Suzanna Horton, and Mary Eddleman of Carlisle; Jerry Horton, Jared, Cindy, and Cash Horton, Greg, Kristen, and Landen Horton of Little Rock; Philip and Sue Noble, Cindy and Taylor Koch, Joe Hooten, Shawn, Kristen, and Gavin Mooney of Morrilton and Keith, Sandy, and Kinsley Noble of Rogers. Out-of-state guests included Leslie LeBlanc of Starkville, Mississippi, Nancy Posey of Bartlett, Tennessee, and Travis Horton of Hurst, Texas. In memory of loved ones, the John Berry Horton family voted to make a donation to the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Ethel.
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Julia M. Scheiderer has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as «Operation Warrior Forge,» at Fort Knox, KY. After graduating from this course, Scheiderer was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Arkansas National Guard. She is now a military police officer. The 29 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support. Although continued military training and leadership development is included in the curriculum, the primary focus of the course is to develop and evaluate each cadet’s officer potential as a leader by exercising the cadet’s intelligence, common sense,
ingenuity and physical stamina. The cadet command assesses each cadet’s performance and progress in officer traits, qualities and professionalism while attending the course. Cadets in their junior and senior year of college must complete the leadership development course. Upon successful completion of the course, the ROTC program, and graduation from college, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army, National Guard, or Reserve. Scheiderer is the daughter of Emil Scheiderer II and Terri Scheiderer of Ulm, Ark. She is a 2010 graduate of Stuttgart High School, Stuttgart, Ark. She earned a bachelor’s degree in 2014 from Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Ind.
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DeWitt Fire Department Hosts Kool The Kids By Shelly Faulkner Even on a cool, cloudy day, kids came out to get sprayed by the fire trucks and eat free hot dogs, chips, and drinks July 31st.
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8th Annual Back to School Fun Day By Shelly Faulkner Nichols, Hills and Bethel Chapel, and with help from the community, hosted their 8th annual Back To School Fun Day Saturday, August 2, 2014. Eight years ago, Pastor Cash along with her church, realized
the need in the community to help families with the growing expense of children’s school supplies. With help from churches and the entire community, it has become a huge event every year. The event was held
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from 11:00am-3:00pm with lots of games, free school supplies, prize give aways, outdoor activities, and free food.
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Johnny Lockley, Don Keith Milliken, Brad Cummings cooking hotdogs and hamburgers
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Curious or Converted?
By Pastor Steve Ellison
One day after the writing of this column, I will be heading to Sturgis, South Dakota for a week. I will be helping to staff an evangelism tent at the motorcycle rally. We will be encouraging people to consider the most important question ever posed to a human being. Every other issue pales, really fades to total insignificance, in the light of this question. This is a question that cannot be avoided. This question will not be denied; it will be answered.  The answer to this question will determine the rest of one’s earthly life and eternity. Every person is born a sinner, an enemy of God, and begins sinning as fast as possible. God in His mercy and grace and love provided a way for every person to be reconciled to Him. This reconciliation comes at a terrible cost but not to the recipient. Rather the cost was paid by the One who gave it. Any person who trusts God by receiving this precious gift
By Michael L. Waldroup Romans 9:6, “For they are not all Israel which are of Israel.� From 70 AD to 1948, there was no national state of Israel. In 70 AD, the Roman Empire grew weary of the Jewish/Israel problem of that day. The Roman General Titus was giving orders to destroy Jerusalem and its people. Thousands were murdered, and thousands went into slavery and were scattered throughout all the world. God promised to bring them back into their homeland as seen in the following three verses: Jeremiah 30:3, “For, lo, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will bring again the captivity of my people Israel and Judah, saith the Lord: and I will cause them to return to the land that I gave to their fathers, and they shall possess it. Isaiah 11:11-12, “And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall set his hand again the second time to recover the remnant of his people, which shall be left, from Assyria, and from Egypt, and from Pathros, and from Cush, and from Elam, and from Shinar, and from Hamath, and from the islands of the sea. 12 And he shall set up an ensign from the nations, and shall assemble
has become a Christian. The Bible calls this being born again. We often refer to this change as being converted. If a person traveling abroad wants to spend money he brought from home, he must first convert his money to the currency in use in the country to which he has traveled. The Christian is a little like the converted currency. The person who has trusted God is born again (spiritually) as a new creation. Old things have passed away and new things have emerged. Unless a person is converted to Christ, he will not enter heaven. The Bible teaches that Christians are hidden in Christ so that God the Father sees only the sinless perfection of His Beloved Son in Whom He is Well Pleased, not the sinful human. Hallelujahs are appropriate at this point.  In effect, the value of the old currency (the sinful human) has been converted to the new currency (Christ).
I heard a sermon one time entitled, “Curious or Convertedâ€?? The main message was that many people believe that they are Christians (converted) when in reality they are not. They are only curious about Jesus. The record of Jesus’ ministry in the New Testament is full of illustrations of this very fact.  Almost always as soon as Jesus began to draw crowds of curious onlookers, He moved quickly to weed out those who did not truly trust Him.  Invariably, Jesus would unleash some very simple teaching that required the hearer to lay aside everything and throw themselves completely on His mercy. Even those who believed in Jesus ability to heal were revealed as the merely curious. These people came for healing and brought friends and family for healing but they were not converted. They sought gifts not the Giver.  That is self-centered and does not result in conversion.Â
These people were proJesus but not saved. They liked Jesus and maybe even loved Him in some sense. They were in favor of the supernatural works that Jesus did. They were entertained by and interested in His marvelous teaching. Sadly, they would turn away from Jesus when they found out what true conversion meant. Many Americans do exactly the same thing today. Tragically, many curious people today never find out that curiosity and pro-Jesus sentiments do not equal salvation. In many cases, the church in America has failed to declare the whole counsel of God. We have allowed the curious seeker to believe that his curiosity and warm feelings for  Christ are evidence that he has been converted, born again as a new creation in Christ, when that is not what Jesus taught at all. ..‌‌..‌.. pastorsteve8800@gmail. com
of Hitler was restrained by God or he would have accomplished his desire. It may not seem like it, but this was the tender, loving hand of God putting Israel back in their homeland. This was the best way because it was God’s way, and it created in their hearts a Godgiven desire to keep and defend their homeland at all cost. Their motto is “Never Again� (speaking of the Holocaust). Since 1948, world events have transpired to cause the Jews to return to their homeland. In 1977 Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, proclaimed, “Bring me the Ethiopian Jews.� There are some 120,000 Ethiopian Jews in their homeland that would have been killed in Ethiopia, but Israel, by the help of God, was able to get them out of that country. On November 9th, 1989, the Berlin Wall came down. This allowed thousands of the Jews that were trapped behind the Communist Wall to return. They had been praying to go home, so God brought down the Wall and they went home. God only deals with Israel as a nation and when they are in their homeland. He deals with the Gentiles as individuals, not as nations, and He
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doesn’t deal with them at the same time. When “He� looks down and sees that the elected 144,000 are back in their homeland, “He� will declare them a nation again. Romans 11:25 tells us that blindness in part happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles be come in. In other words, when the last redeemable Gentile is redeemed. Then, the blindness of Israel (the 144, 000) will be removed. They will then recognize that their ancestors killed the Messiah and be saved in one day. Isaiah 66:8, speaks of this as “a nation born at once.� Time is now blending into eternity. God has set His heart towards Israel. The nation of Israel will soon come into existence in their homeland, if they have not already. When this happens, the Gentile world will be left in their religious creeds and dogmas. They will be just as blind to the fact that God is not with them anymore, as Israel was blind to the fact that He was with them when they crucified Him. The difference in their blindness and ours is that God blinded them in order to bring in the elected Gentiles. We closed our own eyes toward God and His Word.
Race Officials Anticipating More Than 16,000 Participants for 2015 Season tle Rockers Kids Marathon and the Little Rock Health & Fitness Expo. Registration for the Little Rockers Kids Marathon will open Sept. 1. The Little Rock Marathon offers a training program to individuals participating in the 2015 race. Official training begins in mid-September with a “build-up� training phase beginning on Aug. 4. The Little Rock Marathon Training Program, presented by Bill Torrey’s Rock City Running and KARK Channel 4, is free of charge but
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Little Rock Marathon 2015 Registration Opens August 1 Little Rock Marathon race officials today announced that registration will open at 10 a.m. CST on Aug. 1 for its 2015 event to be held Feb. 28-March 1, 2015. The Little Rock Marathon Weekend is presented by the Arkansas Democrat Gazette and benefits Little Rock Parks & Recreation. Race Weekend events include the 13th Annual Little Rock Marathon, the Little Rock Half Marathon, the Little Rock 10K, the Little Rock 5K Fun Run/Walk, the Lit-
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Israel the outcasts of Israel, and gather together the dispersed of Judah from the four corners of the earth. Of all the Jews that have returned since 1948 and all that live there now, not all of them are the nation of Israel. Romans 9:6 “For they are not all Israel which are of Israel.� The nation of Israel is comprised of only 144,000 (twelve thousand from each tribe as seen in Revelation 7:1-8. These are the descendants of the 12 sons of Jacob, whose name was changed to Israel in Genesis 32:28. The Jews returning to their God-given homeland was a direct product of World War II. The desire of Adolph Hitler to eradicate the Seed of Abraham off the face of the earth was exactly what God used to put the Jews back in their homeland. Hitler was allowed by God to go just so far with this evilness. Psalms 76:10, “Surely the wrath of man shall praise Thee: the remainder of wrath shalt Thou restrain.� The wrath of Hitler against the Jews, according to Psalms 76:10, brought praise to God because God’s promise of putting Israel back in their homeland was actually accomplished by the wrath of Hitler, and the remainder of the wrath
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LEGAL NOTICES North Lagrue Water Association 2013 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report We're pleased to present to you this year's Annual Drinking Water Quality Report. This report is designed to inform you about the quality water and services we deliver to you every day. Our goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water, and we want you to understand, and be involved in, the efforts we make to continually improve the water treatment process and protect our water resources. Where Does Our Drinking Water Come From? The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. We purchase treated water from DeWitt Municipal Waterworks whose sources are two wells that pump from the Sparta Sand Aquifer. How Safe Is The Source Of Our Drinking Water? The Arkansas Department of Health has completed a Source Water Vulnerability Assessment for DeWitt Municipal Waterworks. The assessment summarizes the potential for contamination of our sources of drinking water and can be used as a basis for developing a source water protection plan. Based on the various criteria of the assessment, our water sources have been determined to have a medium susceptibility to contamination. You may request a summary of the Source Water Vulnerability Assessment from our office. What Contaminants Can Be In Our Drinking Water? As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases, can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include: Microbial contaminants such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife; Inorganic contaminants such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming; Pesticides and herbicides which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses; Organic chemical contaminants including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems; Radioactive contaminants which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to assure tap water is safe to drink, EPA has regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. Am I at Risk? All drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. However, some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from small amounts of contamination. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-4264791. In addition, EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by microbiological contaminants are also available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline. Lead and Drinking Water If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. We are responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead. How Can I Learn More About Our Drinking Water? If you have any questions about this report or concerning your water utility, please contact Randy VanCamp, Operator, at 870-816-7033. If you want to learn more, please attend any of our meetings. If you want to learn more, please call Randy for meeting date and time information. TEST RESULTS We and DeWitt Municipal Waterworks routinely monitor for constituents in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws. The test results table shows the results of our monitoring for the period of January 1st to December 31st, 2013. In the table you might find terms and abbreviations you are not familiar with. To help you better understand these terms we've provided the following definitions: Action Level - the concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which a water system must follow. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) - the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology. Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) – unenforceable public health goal; the level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL) - the highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG) - the level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants. NA – Not applicable Parts per billion (ppb) - a unit of measurement for detected levels of contaminants in drinking water. One part per billion corresponds to one minute in 2,000 years, or a single penny in $10,000,000. Parts per million (ppm) – a unit of measurement for detected levels of contaminants in drinking water. One part per million corresponds to one minute in two years or a single penny in $10,000 . MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS Contaminant
MCLG
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Level Detected
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1 Positive sample in August
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0
1 positive sample per month
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MCL
Major Sources in Drinking Water
Naturally present in the environment
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS Contaminant
Violation Y/N
Level Detected
Unit
MCLG (Public Health Goal)
MCL (Allowable Level)
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4
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Major Sources in Drinking Water Erosion of natural deposits; water additive which promotes strong teeth
LEAD AND COPPER TAP MONITORING Number of Sites over Action Level
90th Percentile Result
Unit
Action Level
Major Sources in Drinking Water
Lead (North Lagrue)
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0.003
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Copper (North Lagrue)
0
0.60
ppm
1.3
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We are currently on a reduced monitoring schedule and required to sample once every three years for lead and copper at the customers’ taps. The results above are from our last monitoring period in 2013. Our next required monitoring period is in 2016. REGULATED DISINFECTANTS Disinfectant
Chlorine (North Lagrue)
Violation Y/N
Level Detected
Unit
MRDLG (Public Health Goal)
MRDL (Allowable Level)
N
Average: 0.16 Range: 0.1 – 0.2
ppm
4
4
Major Sources in Drinking Water
Water additive used to control microbes
LEGAL NOTICE Combined Notice Notice to Public of Request for Release of Funds and Notice to Public of No Significant Impact on the Environment (NOI/ RROF/FONSI) August 7, 2014 City of DeWitt TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS, AND PERSONS: These notices shall satisfy two separate by related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the below-named responsible entity.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On August 21, 2014 the City of DeWitt, Arkansas 120 Court Square DeWitt, Arkansas 72042, 870-946-1776; will request the Arkansas Economic Development Commission to release Federal funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, for the following project: Dana’s House is a project to remodel an existing school building to house teens that have aged out of foster care. The project will cost approximately $200,000.00 and is located at 422 West 1st Street in DeWitt, Arkansas County Arkansas. Census tract 480100.
FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT It has been determined that such request for release of funds will not constitute an action significantly affecting the quality of the human environment, and accordingly the City of DeWitt is not required to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). An Environmental Review Record (ERR) for this project has been prepared by the above-named Grantee that documents the environmental review of the project and more fully sets forth the reasons why such statement is not required. This Environmental Review Record is on file at the Southeast Arkansas Economic Development District, Inc. and is available for public examination and copying upon request weekdays between the hours of 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM on August 21, 2014. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any interested agencies, groups or persons may submit written comments on the ERR to P O Box 6806 Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71611. Such written comments must be received on or before August 21, 2014 All such comments so received will be considered, and the Grantee will not request the release of ACEDP funds or take any administrative action on the project prior to the date specified in the preceding sentence. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. RELEASE OF FUNDS The City of DeWitt will undertake the project described above with ACEDP funds from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. The City of DeWitt is certifying to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission that it and its chief executive officer or other certifying officer of applicant approved by the Commission, in his or her official capacity, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process, and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The legal effect of the certification is that upon its approval the City of DeWitt may use ACEDP funds and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission will have satisfied its responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS The Arkansas Economic Development Commission will accept objections to its release of funds and the responsible entity’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only on one of the following bases: (a) that the certification was not in fact executed by the certifying officer; (b) that applicant has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR 58 before approval of a release of funds by the State; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR 58.76) and shall be addressed to the Grants Management Division, Arkansas Economic Development Commission, One Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201. Potential objectors should contact the Grants Management Division of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission to verify the actual last day of the objection period. Ralph Relyea, Mayor Adv. 32-1tfc
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STEM Academy Held in Arkansas County
ing, extremely high body temperature, changes in consciousness, weak pulse, shallow breathing and collapse that results from prolonged exposure to high temperatures. Brain damage and death will result if the body temperature continues to rise and the body is not cooled quickly. If you suspect heatstroke call 911 or your local emergency number immediately and move the person to a cooler place– help is needed fast. For more information on the Exertional Heat Illness Project and additional Heat-Related Illness resources, please visit www.healthy.arkansas.gov and search for Exertional Heat Illness.
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Thursday, August 7 & Friday, August 8 from 4-6pm Saturday, August 9 from 9am-12 noon Sunday, August 10 11am Closing Ceremonies Ages 4-12 years old Refreshments served each session Daily offerings will be used to supply Operation Christmas Child For pick up/delivery, contact: Bro. Tom Coker, Pastor - 282-3247 Susie Tibbett - 870-1152 or Vicki Whiting - 282-3835 (day)
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THE GOSPEL EXPRESSIONS Saturday, August 9 6:00 p.m. FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD FLC 1520 South Grandview Drive DeWitt, AR
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STEM is an acronym for a cluster of careers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. In order to make students more aware of the opportunities in these fields, a STEM Academy was held on the Stuttgart Campus of PCCUA for Arkansas County students. Theresa Dupuy is the Arkansas County STEM coordinator and was the organizer and facilitator for this four day event. STEM offers students advising services, ability assessment, career information, planning resources and processes and advice on transfer and career options. In addition to learning about STEM Career information, students were also given a preparation study for The COMPASS in reading, writing and mathematics.
The participants were then able to take the COMPASS test, the results of which will be used for placement into college English, reading, and math courses. Presentations were also made on College Survival and Note Taking Skills. Specialty workshops were presented by PCCUA instructors Randi Tyler, Kim Kirby, Thomas Moss, Terry Turner and Mike Shaw. Their topics, respectively, were Exploring Computer Graphic Design, Designing Making, Soil Nutrients and Fertilizers, Biofuels, RET, Math and Engineering. On the final day, the students toured the Harry K. Dupree Stuttgart National Aquaculture Research Center. Carl Webster facilitated this tour.
Tickets at the door $7.00 Chldren under 5 eat FREE Take Outs Available All proceeds go to the Building Fund
Kingsman Quartet in Concert
Saturday Night on the Corner Summer doesn’t seem to be over, but it’s time for school to start anyway! Take that family outing to Sat Nite on the Corner celebrating under the air conditioner on August 9, 2014 at 5:30pm at Lodge Corner United Methodist Church, in the fellowship hall. Rick Long and his wife Laura Jo (Prange) Dewitt locals come sharing their ministry in St. Louis over the past year. Both are dedicated to lay servant ministry within the United Methodist Church. What can we do? Let us begin by coming together; bringing our friends, family and church groups to enjoy and participate in this event. We continue to support in our efforts 309s in Dewitt detention center
by collecting toiletries and monetary donations will be accepted for the PET projects. ALS and PAWS of Arkansas. 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.
Arkansas Department of Health High summer temperatures and humidity increases the risk of heat-related illness, especially for those who are participating in outdoor activities. While the elderly, the very young and people with chronic health conditions are most likely to suffer from a heat-related illness, young, healthy individuals can be severely affected by heat if they participate in strenuous physical activities during hot weather. Earlier this year, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and the Arkansas Department of Education launched the Exertional Heat Illness Project by distributing three thousand packets containing heat safety training materials to public, private and charter schools across the state. The Project’s goal is to educate and train school administrators, coaches, parents, caregivers, emergency medical personnel and communities on ways to avoid or treat heat-related illness in youth. “Heat-related illness can happen quickly and have devastating effects,� said Greg Brown, Emergency Medical Services Section Chief at ADH. “We want to remind parents, coaches and communities that there are safety practices and resources available that can
help save lives.� People suffer heat-related illness when their bodies are unable to properly cool themselves. Heat-related illnesses include: Heat cramps, which are often the very first sign that the body is having trouble with the heat, are sudden cramps in muscles after activity that causes heavy sweating in high temperatures. If heat cramps occur, get to a cooler place, rest in a comfortable position, lightly stretch muscles and drink water every 15 minutes. Heat Exhaustion symptoms include: weakness, nausea, dizziness and heavy sweating, exhaustion and increasing body temperature. If not treated, the condition will get worse, the body temperature will keep rising, and heatstroke may occur. If heat exhaustion symptoms occur, get to a cooler place, remove or loosen tight clothing and apply cool wet cloths. Drink cool water every 15 minutes and rest in a comfortable position. Heatstroke, which is a life-threatening condition, is caused when the body can no longer properly cool itself. Heatstroke symptoms include: lack of sweat-
at Unity Missionary Baptist Church 4th & Harrison August 16th at 6:30pm Everyone is welcome!
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COMMUNITY NEWS Plenty of Water and Getting Used to Heat Protects Athletes from Stroke The relatively mild summer we’ve had this year may have meant more pleasant days and fewer sunburns, but don’t let those cooler temps fool you: Kids are still at risk for heat illness. As we approach warmer weather, the medical team at Arkansas Children’s Hospital expects to see more young athletes come to our Emergency Department needing treatment for heat exhaustion and even heat stroke. We know that two-a-day practices are on the horizon – for football players, cheerleaders and marching band members alike. Unfortunately, these nice breezy summer days mean that young athletes haven’t had a chance to acclimate to the heat, which is an important part of preventing heat illness in this population. Parents, coaches and their own teammates need to be on the lookout for the signs of heat illness. A few years ago, during a particularly brutal summer, several high school football players ended up in our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit because of heat illness. Catching these kids and getting them treatment early can save their lives. What does heat illness look like? Kids may have some combination of the following symptoms: noticeable, increased thirst; muscle cramps; weak-
ness; decreased performance; nausea; rials. It’s also helpful to change into dry absolutely an emergency and could be headache; fatigue; light-headedness or clothes often. heat stroke. Here’s what to do: dizziness; and difficulty paying atten- Cooling bandanas or towels are only Cool the child as rapidly as possible. tion. useful if they stay exposed to the wind, An ice bath is the best way to do this. I wanted to know more about how par- and if they become wet beneath shoul- Other options are putting ice packs ents can prevent heat illness in their der pads and helmets, they’re only over as much of the child’s body as posyoung athletes, so I chatted with Jona- going to trap heat in and make the sible or putting the child under a cold than Elrod, an athletic trainer with Ar- situation worse. These items may be a shower. kansas Children’s Hospital who helps good idea afterward, but Elrod advises Dial 9-1-1. the players at Little Rock Central High against them during practice. Remember to cool the child first and School. He said the first step is truly ac- As athletes prepare for summer and fall transport the child second. climatization. practices, families need to know what If you want more information on pro“We want the kids to carefully begin plans are in place to protect their kids tecting your child from heat illness, spending progressively longer times from heat illness. Don’t be afraid to ask check out kendrickfincher.org/ , a nonexercising outdoors as they prepare for a coach the following questions: profit started by the family of a child summer practices,” Elrod said. “This is What is the plan for preventing heat ill- who died in Arkansas after experiencvery important for their health.” ness in your athletes? ing heat stroke. A few basic good health principles can Where can athletes go to cool off dur- You should also watch the recent AETN also help: getting a good night’s rest, ing breaks? documentary 108 Degrees: Critical Reeating a well-balanced diet of fruits and How often are players allowed to drink sponse, which features Kendrick’s story vegetables, drinking plenty of water water/sports drinks during practices? and talks to ACH critical care physiand sports drinks. Elrod says athletes Does the school or team have an emer- cians who have worked to save the lives should avoid anything loaded with gency action plan? of other children sickened by heat illsugar or caffeine and says absolutely no Who monitors athletes during practice ness. It’s available online at aten.org. energy drinks should be consumed. to make sure they don’t overheat? Another tip: The MyACH iPhone app We all know that hydration is key to We hope that most coaches will already available from the Apple iTunes store preventing heat illness, but in kids and have reviewed this information with can help you find lots of helpful inforteens, compliance is essential. That both their teams and the parents. But mation about preventing all kinds of means they should drink whatever if that doesn’t happen, it’s an important injuries and illnesses. Download it free healthy liquids they will drink. Water is conversation for moms and dads to ini- today. better for overall hydration, but it’s not tiate on their own. Sam Smith, MD, is surgeon in chief helpful if kids won’t drink it. Parents If your child comes out of practice – or at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and a can use flavored sports drinks instead. any other summer activity – showing professor of Surgery at the University Elrod also reminded me minor signs they may have heat ill- of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He that what athletes wear ness like lightheadedness or cramping, writes a column each week covering a The City of DeWitt is Hosting a when they practice is have them rest in a cool place, remove variety of kids’ medical concerns. If you also important to con- any wet or constricting clothes and have a topic you’d like him to consider Public Meeting sider. Elrod suggests start pushing cold fluids like water and addressing, email achconnect@archildDate: August 19, 2014 wearing as few layers as sports drinks. rens.org. possible of light weight, If you see a child collapse, lose conLocation: City Hall • Time: 5:00 p.m. moisture-wicking mate- sciousness or become confused, it is This is for all Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers, Painters, Flooring Installers, HVAC, Landlords and for any Handyman for hire. There will be State Inspectors here to inform you of the State Regulations and answer any questions you might have. If you have any questions, please contact Bill With the official grand opening The total number of tickets is lim- Cash Boyhood Home Project. As Paxton, City Code Enforcement Officer, at 870in years past, proceeds from this less than a month away, tickets are ited to 500 for opening day. 946-1776 ext. 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or available for opening day tours of “We want to accommodate as year’s event will help fund the rescome by City Hall Monday through Friday. the Johnny Cash Boyhood Home. many visitors as possible on open- toration project, as well as support The opening for Arkansas State ing day, and by allowing fans who a scholarship fund established in Hope to see everyone on University’s newest Heritage Site is are also attending the Johnny Cash the international superstar’s name. August 19, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. set for Saturday, Aug. 16, and gets Music Festival the night before to The Dyess Colony was created in underway with a Dedication Cer- have reserved times we can make 1934 as part of President Franklin emony at 10 a.m. at the Dyess Col- sure they avoid long lines and have D. Roosevelt’s New Deal to aid in ony Administration Building. The a great experience,” said Dr. Ruth the nation’s economic recovery ceremony itself is free and open to Hawkins, director of Arkansas from the Great Depression. As a federal agricultural resettlement the public and features special re- Heritage Sites at Arkansas State. Those who purchase the timed community, it provided a fresh marks by the Cash family. It will be followed by concessions, tickets on grand opening day re- start for nearly 500 impoverished free entertainment, and compli- ceive a special commemorative Arkansas farm families, including the family of music legend Johnny mentary access to Administration ticket. Building exhibits from 11 a.m. to 4 Parking for those who hold tickets Cash. The colony is being resurp.m. Exhibits are related to estab- to the Cash Boyhood Home will rected through restoration of sevlishment of the Dyess colony, life- be available at the house, 4791 W. eral historic buildings that will be styles of typical colonists, and the County Road 924. A shuttle also open to visitors. impact that growing up in Dyess will be available from the Dyess The Johnny Cash Boyhood HomeALL OVER THE PLACE had on Johnny Cash and his mu- Administration Building for tick- town Project is expected to draw et-holders. approximately 50,000 visitors ansic. That’s where your company will be when you advertise for Timed tours of the Cash Boyhood The grand opening is the day fol- nually, resulting in nearly $10 milDrivers or other employees with Arkansas Press Services. Home will be offered on the hour, lowing the fourth annual Johnny lion in tourism-related income We offer statewide Arkansas and National placement in from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. for $10 Cash Music Festival which will to the region. The Historic Dyess other states at highly discounted rates. per person. Tickets must be pur- be Friday, Aug. 15, in the A-State Colony: Boyhood Home of JohnIf you’re looking for a driver or employee, or just chased in advance at the Arkansas Convocation Center at 7 p.m. ny Cash is an Arkansas State Herigood exposure for your business, State University Box Office in the Country Music Hall of Famers tage Site. contact Linda or Eva at lower Red Entrance of the Convo- Reba McEntire, Bobby Bare and Daily admission to the museum 1-800-569-8762 cation Center. Box Office hours are Loretta Lynn will perform at this and boyhood home will be $10, for more information . 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through year’s festival and legendary singer with regular operations beginAPS • 411 South Victory • Little Rock AR • 72201 Friday. and comedian Mark Lowry will ning the week following the grand linda@arkansaspress.org • eva@arkansaspress.org To purchase tickets, buyers may host the event. opening. The A-State Heritage go online to Tickets.AState.edu or The Johnny Cash Music Festival Site will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 call (870) 972-2781. There is also is presented annually by Arkan- p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays. The Southeast Arkansas Education Service a toll free number, 888-278-3267. sas State to benefit the Johnny Cooperative is now accepting applications for a HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) Homebased Educator for the DeWitt School District.
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Retiring? You Have a Choice to Make on Medicare
By Bob Moos/Southwest public affairs officer for the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services When you retire and qualify for Medi- Still, 30 percent of Medicare beneficiacare at 65, you’ll need to decide how ries – including 19 percent of Arkanyou’d like to receive your health care sans with Medicare -- now prefer to benefits. get their health care benefits through a Because you’ll be new to Medicare, you private insurer. The number of people may not realize you have two options. buying private Medicare Advantage One is to join the government’s fee-for- plans has tripled over the last 10 years. service program that’s existed for 49 With Medicare Advantage, insurance years. The other is to buy a Medicare companies contract with the governAdvantage plan from a private insurer. ment to provide care. Every private The choice may seem bewildering at plan must cover all the benefits that first, so let’s go over each option. traditional Medicare covers. In some With traditional fee-for-service cover- cases, Medicare Advantage plans may age, you may go to any doctor, hospital offer extra benefits, like routine hearor other provider that accepts Medi- ing or vision care. care. Medicare pays the provider a fee Many plans charge a premium on top for the service you receive. Once you of the $104.90 you’ll pay each month meet your annual deductible, Medicare for Medicare’s medical insurance, but typically covers 80 percent of the cost there’s no need to buy a supplemental for your care. Medigap policy. Likewise, most MediYou have a few choices for covering the care Advantage plans include drug covother 20 percent: erage with their other benefits. You may use your retiree health plan The premiums, deductibles and cofrom your former employer, if you’re payments will vary from one Mediretired and have such a policy. Some care Advantage plan to another. But all retiree plans may cost less or provide plans, by law, must have annual limits more benefits than other supplemental on their overall out-of-pocket costs. coverage. Unlike the traditional fee-for-service You may qualify for Medicaid, if you program, most Medicare Advantage have limited income and savings. Be- plans require you to go to doctors and sides helping with your out-of-pocket hospitals within their network of procosts like deductibles and co-insurance, viders or pay more for getting care outMedicaid may pay for your monthly side the network. Medicare premiums. Still, the private health plans have been If neither of those applies, you may buy especially popular among people with a “Medigap� policy from a private in- low to moderate incomes. They provide surer to cover what Medicare does not. relatively affordable supplemental covThere are 10 kinds of Medigap plans, erage, with lower premiums than those with different benefits, so you’ll need to for Medigap policies. decide which is best for you. So, which is better -- the traditional If you choose the traditional fee-for- fee-for-service coverage or a private service program, you’ll probably also Medicare Advantage plan? That dewant to buy a prescription drug plan to pends on your own circumstances and go with your other coverage. preferences. What’s best for one person Traditional Medicare remains the fa- may not work as well for someone else. vorite among people wanting the To find out more about your options, broadest possible access to doctors, you can visit www.medicare.gov and hospitals and other providers. When browse through the “Medicare and coupled with a supplemental plan, it You� handbook. The website will also also makes your health care costs rela- give you detailed information about tively predictable. the Medigap and Medicare Advantage
policies available in your area. Becoming informed will help you select the health care option that best fits your needs. It will also help you avoid mistakes that may cost you money. One final note: If you’re turning 65 and continuing to work, you still need to consider Medicare as you approach
your birthday and qualify for the health care coverage. The best way to begin is to contact your company’s human resources department to determine how your current employer-provided insurance will fit with Medicare’s coverage.
American Red Cross Blood Drive The American Red Cross continues to have an urgent need for blood donors of all blood types to give before the Labor Day holiday, even after many more donors stepped up to give following an urgent call issued in late July. Donors with types O negative, B negative and A negative blood are especially needed. Blood donations often decline during the summer months, particularly around summer holidays. With school starting back up and summer activities coming to an end, there is still time for eligible donors to make a difference in the lives of patients this summer. To encourage donations over the Labor Day holiday weekend, all donors who come out to donate blood August 30 through September 1, will receive a Red Cross mason jar tumbler, while supplies last. To learn more and make an appointment to donate blood, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Arkansas County: Aug. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lennox Industries, 512 W Lennox Road in Stuttgart How to donate blood: Simply call
1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
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FINAL COST When purchased in multiples of 2 in the same transaction with Card. Quantities not purchased in multiples of 2 will be priced at $2.50 each with Card.
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$
2
5
With Card
Lean Cuisine Entrée or Stouffer’s Entrees, Select Varieties, 5.25-12.88 oz
Select Varieties, 9.5-10 oz or Kettle Potato Chips, 7-8.5 oz
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for
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Lay’s Potato Chips
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3$
Eggo Waffles
5$ for
ea
With Card
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10
With Card