D (USPS156-140) Vol. 132, Number 34 DeWitt, AR 72042 • 12 Pages • 2 Sections • 75 cents
AROUND THE COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
eWitt School District Welcomes Back Students on August 18, 2014
Story and Photos on Pages A6
Servingg Arkansas County, y, Arkansas Since 1882 Thursday, August 21, 2014
MV Mississippi Inspects the Arkansas River
The Arkansas County Election Committee will be drawing ballot positions for candidates qualifying for the General Election on August 22, 2014 at 8:00 a.m. in the Southern District Courthouse. For questions, please contact the Arkansas County Clerk’s Office at (870) 946-4349.
ARKANSAS COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULED
The Arkansas County Fair is scheduled for September 8 - 13, 2014. This year’s Fair theme is “Arkansas County - A Sportsman’s Paradise.” County Fair Tabloids can be picked up at the Extension Office in DeWitt.
ATTENTION MEDICARE CITIZENS
Medicare citizens – If you’ve had a premium taken out of your check for $104.00 or more, please call (870) 338-8900 for assistance.
ST. CHARLES FIRE DEPARTMENT
The St. Charles Fire Department will be testing the emergency siren every Wednesday at 12:00 noon.
DEWITT BAND PARENTS ASSOCIATION MEEETING
The 1st meeting for the DeWitt Band Parents Association will be Thursday, August 21 at 6:00pm at the DHS Band Room.
GOSPEL CRUSADE & REVIVAL
The Brooks Chapel MBC and Great Commission Ministry Announces a Gospel Crusade & Revival on Monday, August 25 and Tuesday, August 26 at 7:00pm at the DeWitt Community Center in DeWitt, AR. The Evangelist for the week will be Pastor James H. Spinks. Everyone is invited to attend. Please feel free to contact us if your church would like to participate in our nightly praise service, community outreacha and evangelism. You can reach Pastor Spinks at 870-377-2482 or jamespinks@gmail.com
By Shelly Faulkner On August 14th, I had the pleasure of boarding at Emmett Sanders Lock and Dam and riding for two and half hours on the largest towboat built in the U.S., the MV Mississippi, as it inspected the Arkansas River. I was given a personal tour of the boat, with my favorite part being able to meet and ride with the pilot, Cary Lewis. Cary also invited me to stay with him and watch as he locked us into the Joe Hardin Lock and Dam,
where unfortunately it was the end of my ride. On August 11th, the inspection of the Arkansas River began in Muskogee, Oklahoma before making it’s way into Arkansas. The inspection focuses highlevel attention on Arkansas River navigation and its benefits. The Arkansas River and other navigable tributaries feed important commerce through the Mississippi River system and America’s
sea ports. The MV Mississippi was commissioned in 1993, and the fifth to bear the title of MV Mississippi. The Mississippi is the Corps of Engineers “pride and joy” at 241 feet long, 52 feet in height, and beam 58 feet. The Mississippi’s home port is in Memphis, TN, and operates 8 months of the year, with 10 percent as passenger vessel and 90 percent as a inspection and workboat for the MRC.
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LOCAL NEWS EWITT POLICE REPORT August 12, 2014 – Unit 204 was dispatched to Crestpark Nursing Home for a parking lot accident. Upon arrival, the Officer spoke with Leslie Pollard (V1) and Natasha Stith (V2). Pollard stated she was pulling out of her parking spot and was making sure there were no residents of the nursing home behind her and did not realize that the other car was parked on the side of the parking lot. Stith (V2) stated that she parked the car in the grass because she couldn’t find a parking spot. Neither party had injuries and photos of both vehicles were taken. August 15, 2014 – While on patrol, Officer Billy Truax received a call to go speak to a Complainant. Upon arriving at the Complainant’s residence, the Complainant exited his residence. The Complainant stated that he just returned home and noticed several things were missing from his residence. The complainant stated that as he was walking around his yard looking for what might be missing, he saw two (2) of his (3) missing push mowers in the Suspects yard. The complainant stated that he did not give the Suspect permission to take anything from his yard. Truax advised the Complainant to make a list of everything that was missing, and take it to the Police Dept. Truax left the Complainants residence and went around the corner to speak to the Suspect. The Suspect lives in a house located behind the Complainant. Upon arriving at the Suspects residence, Truax knocked on the door. The Suspect exited his residence and Truax asked if he could speak with him. The Suspect stated, “Sure, I’ll talk to you.” Truax then asked the Suspect about the (2) push mowers the Complainant stated were his. The Suspect stated those two mowers belonged to a buddy of his. When asked who the buddy was, the Suspect named the Complainant as the owner. Truax advised the Suspect that he had just left the Complainant’s residence, and was informed the Suspect did not have permission to take the lawnmowers. The Suspect stated the Complainant was lying about everything. Truax then advised the Suspect he was under arrest for Theft of Property based on admitting the lawnmowers did belong to the Complainant. The Suspect was placed in handcuffs and transported to the Arkansas County Detention Center. The investigation is still being conducted, with possibly more charges and items to be added. August 16, 2014 – At 3:36 p.m. Officer Jonathan Powell was dispatched to the intersection of 6th St. and Harrison Street for an accident. Upon arrival, Powell checked to make sure all occupants were unharmed, and then identified the drivers as Mr. William Ames and Mr. Houston Thompson. Thompson told Officer Powell he was driving north on S. Harrison St. when Ames’ vehicle pulled out in front of him. He then hit Ames’ truck in the passenger door. Ames told the Officer, he was heading east on W. 56th St. He said that he was approaching the stop sign and his truck began to stall so he “punched it” to get on through the intersection. Ames said that he did not stop at the stop sign and did not see Thompson’s vehicle until it was too late. While looking at the vehicle, Truax saw that Ames’ truck was most likely totaled. The passenger door was caved in, and Ames said that the frame was twisted. Thompson’s truck had damage to the front end, including the bumper, grill, and hood. His airbag was not activated. Ames was cited for disregarding a stop sign. Photos were taken, and both men were told to contact their insurance agent.
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 Monday 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 Aux-
iliary 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: •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
Back to School Fun Day Thank You All praises to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for each of your donations to the 8th Annual Back To School Fun Day. Because of your help, we gave 120 children school supplies, played games, served lunch to the children and their parents. With your continued support, and the support of our community we can help many more children with their school supply needs. God Bless You, Rev Odessa Cash and the members of Nichol & Hill Chapel A.M.E. Churches Thank you to: Mayor Ralph Relyea, Nichol Chapel A.M.E. Church, Pastor Odessa Cash, Percy Hayes, Essie Hayes, Myra Mullins, Jackie Parrish, Janice Norwood, New Hope Baptist Church, James O’Neal, Rev. & Mrs. Marlon, Gwen Duncan, Eugene Johnson, Dean’s Pharmacy, DeWitt Bank & Trust, Arkansas County Bank, James Woods, Alice Butler, James Phippips, Citizeen For Immanuel, Perril & Rebecca Owens, Lela Gamble, Layman Brotherhood, Providence Baptist Church, Tabernacle Baptist Sunday School, Community COGIC Church, Walmart, Martha Moyer, The Redeemed COGIC Church, Jim Miller, Lonzo Miller, Ray & Amy Butler, Vickie Davis, EHC Key Club, Mattie Daniel, Farmers & Merchants Bank, Toni Butler, Maureen Paleafei, Regina Butler, Tommy’s Rexall, Kroger, Curtis Ransom, Shawanna Wansley, Arkansas Extension Office, Sandra Webbs, Centerpoint Energy, Johnny Lockley, Don Keith Milliken, Brad Cummings, Dewitt Masonic Lodge 343, PCCUA/DeWitt Campus, Sonic and Subway.
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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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LOCAL NEWS
Obituary
Grand Prairie Quilt Society Meeting
Gloria Jones Gloria Palazzo Jones, 86, of Gulfport, Mississippi departed this life on August 11, 2014 at the home of her son in Reydell, AR. She was born in Gulfport on December 4, 1927 to Virgie and Salvatore Palazzo. She married the love of her life, John E. Jones, Sr. and together shared 61 years of memories. She loved life and her family. She was a faithful member of St. James Catholic Church and a retired secretary of Bayou View Jr. High School in Gulfport. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband and three brothers: Frank S. Palazzo, Sr., Anthony J. Palazzo and Joseph E. Palazzo all of Gulfport. She is survived by a son, John (Dusty) E. Jones, Jr. (Linda) and a granddaughter, Casey Logsdon (Kyle) of Reydell, a number of nieces and nephews including Sharon P. Geil (Donny), who held a special place in her heart. Visitation was held at 11:00 AM Thursday, August 14th with funeral mass following at 12:00 at St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport. Interment was held at Veterans Cemetery in Biloxi. Arrangements were by Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home of Gulfport.
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Obituary Nora Watson Nora Elizabeth Horton Watson, age 89, of DeWitt died Tuesday, August 12, 2014. She was born September 15, 1924 in Ethel to Richard Malcolm and Susie Anna Turner Horton. She was the owner/operator of Watson Hardware, was a member of First Baptist Church, Ruritan, Arkansas County Fair Board, The Cattlemen’s Association and was a 4 H Alumni. Survivors include a son: Kenneth Watson (Karen) of DeWitt; sisters: Sue Noble (Phillip) of Morrilton, Linda Cummings (Harley) of Carlisle, Judy Depriest (Ken) of Stuttgart, Nancy Posey (Ronnie) of Bartlett, TN, Polly Emmons of Redfield; brothers: Tommy Horton (Wanda) of DeWitt, Haynes Horton (Lillian) Of Pine Bluff, Floyd Horton of Ethel, Jimmy Horton (Ruby) of DeWitt; grandchildren: Keith Watson (Kristal), Heath Watson (Katy) Elizabeth Eason (Jake); great grandchildren: Laynie Watson, Jake Watson, Kenlee St. John, Owen St. John, Devin Eason, and her beloved dog, Crickett. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Estle Watson, son, Ronnie Watson; brothers: Max Horton, James Horton and sister, Geraldine Maddox. Funeral services were 2:00 Friday, August 15th, at First Baptist Church with burial at Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens by Essex Funeral Home. Visitation was 6:00 to 8:00 Thursday at the funeral home. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to: the Nora Watson Memorial Scholarship Fund, % Arkansas County Bank, PO Box 511, DeWitt, AR 72042. essexfuneralhome.com
Crocketts Bluff, Ethel, and St. Charles News By: Margaret Aycock, 870-282-8030, 870-723-5071, jaymara@hughes net BIRTHDAYS: Maci Moritz - Aug. 28 Marcus Todd - Aug. 29 Nathan Lamb - Aug. 29 Noah Ruffin - Aug. 29 Mileah Isom - Aug. 29 Ralph Relyea - Aug. 29 Beth Vansandt - Aug. 29 Billy Cotton - Aug. 29 Inez Miller - Aug. 29 Jan Miller - Aug. 30 Jonathan Guynes - Aug. 31 Heath Holbert - Aug. 31 James Phillips - Aug. 31 Terri Pace - Aug. 31 April West - Sept. 1 Kellie Norberg - Sept. 1 Jordan Currie - Sept. 1 ANNIVERSARIES: Jata Rose Kirkpatrick - Sept. 1 Hunter LaCotts - Sept. 2 River Rogers - Sept. 3 Reese Rogers - Sept. 3 Linda Wallace - Sept. 3 Samm Golden - Sept. 3 Bailey Simpson - Sept. 3 Alex Dondanville - Sept. 3 Pat & Katy Frizzell - Aug. 28 Randy & Beverly Traylor - Aug. 29 David & Shannon Bullock - Sept. 2 Matt & Stefani Jackson - Sept. 2
THANK YOU Maeola and Sherry at the NLR quilt exhibit at the Layman quilt exhibit
The family of James McCann thanks everyone for the kindness shown in our time of sorrow. Each and every gesture of supportive love by many good friends and neighbors has not gone unnoticed. The memory of your love for us will be treasured for years to come. We feel deep gratitude to Rev. Kirkpatrick for the eulogy he delivered befitting our loved one. Thank you to the good folks on staff at Crestpark who gave care and companionship in a family atmosphere. Thank you to the good people at Essex Funeral Home for the attentive guidance lining up the military honors available and for your kind concern for us throughout this sad time.
)+(6 )+8+0) Made Easy Joyce Dempsey’s quilt at the Historic Arkansas Museum’s Great Arkansas quilt show
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met August 13 at the Stuttgart Public Library with six members present for a daytrip to Little Rock to view two quilt exhibits. The North Little Rock Laman Library’s Argenta branch in the newly restored Old Post Office was the first stop of the day. It was the setting for “The Sum of Many Parts: Quiltmakers in Contemporary America.â€? The quilts were on display in the library’s new gallery area. Everyone was in awe of the different designs and the intricate quilting...both by hand and by machine. Next on the agenda was a shopping trip to Sew Much More; a sewing and quilting store in North Little Rock. The group then went to the Heifer Village CafĂŠ for some great food in a beautiful setting. Everyone also enjoyed all the exhibits about the Heifer Projects around the world.  The Historic Arkansas Museum was the next destination for “The Great Arkansas Quilt Show 3.â€? “It is a juried quilt show that celebrates contemporary Arkansas quilters and features more than 30 quilts from across the state... these quilts are works of art.â€? Many lovely and unusual quilts were viewed by the group including one by a Stuttgart artist, Joyce Dempsey. This exhibit will be up through May 3, 2015. Everyone agreed it had been a very enjoyable day and a good time was had by all. The next meeting will be September 10, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. at the Stuttgart Public Library.
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Pageant Officials City Recycling is Still a Success Seeking Mrs. DeWitt, Mrs. Arkansas County By Terrye Seamon
Mrs. Arkansas 2014 Kellie Glisson, of Hot Springs, will crown a new statewide representative at the 38th annual Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant on October 11 at the Hot Springs Convention Center.
Officials with the Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant are actively recruiting contestants to represent a number of preliminary titles at the upcoming statewide contest scheduled for October 11 in Hot Springs. “We have a limited number of preliminary titles still available this pageant season,” says Lynn DeJarnette, executive director of the Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant. “There is still time for women who are interested in participating to claim their local title and begin preparing for competition.” According to DeJarnette, among the titles still available to potential contestants this season are Mrs. De Witt and Mrs. Arkansas County. For details on how to qualify and register as a preliminary titleholder in the Mrs. Arkansas America contestant, visit www.mrsarkansas.org. “What we look for in a Mrs. Arkansas contestant is a woman who feels like she has something positive to contribute by focusing on a topic that she feels passionately about,” explains DeJarnette. “We are looking for someone who feels that she is ready and qualified to be a spokesperson for her platform, as well as someone who is ready to be a mentor and role model for other women.” “One of the benefits of representing your city or county as a contestant is that even as a preliminary titleholder, your crown can allow you a local ce-
“I am really pleased with the recycling we have done this year,” Director of Public Works Bill Paxton told the Delebrity status,” says DeJarnette. “It can Witt City Council Monday night. help open doors for you to speak about Paxton reported that the city has saved things you are passionate about, and $9,310.10 recycling within the past in doing so, hopefully touch and even year. “Each month it’s really growing, and I hope in the near future the Mayor change lives.” Presented annually since 1978, the Mrs. has some plans to expand what we have Arkansas America Pageant is a direct so we can accommodate more,” Paxton preliminary to the Mrs. America Pag- said. He explained that other towns eant. In turn, the Mrs. America Pag- have looked to DeWitt’s recycling ceneant feeds into the Mrs. World Pageant. ter as an example for setting up their “The Mrs. Arkansas Pageant is all about own recycling programs. family, and we feel God and family al- “We had people from twelve different ways come first,” says DeJarnette, the countries [affiliated with the Heifer mother of two and grandmother of International program] look at our refour. She and her husband, Ronnie cycling and waste vegetable oil plant DeJarnette, have been married for 39 the other day,” Mayor Ralph Relyea informed the Council. years. The current Mrs. Arkansas America He furthered explained that the city’s 2014 is Kellie Glisson, a school nurse recycling has already expanded with and mother of two from Hot Springs the collection and recycling of waste who competed last year as Mrs. Gar- vegetable oil into biodiesel. He said land County. Married to Steve Glis- that the city has collected around 1000 son, her husband of 15 years, Glisson gallons of waste vegetable oil, which is will represent Arkansas this year at the now being used in the city’s tractors Mrs. America Pageant on August 29 in and mowers. “I have been real impressed with the Tucson, AZ. With a platform titled “Healthy Har- way the City of DeWitt has taken to remony,” Glisson has traveled throughout cycling,” Relyea said. the state promoting the importance of The Carroll Lester Memorial Recycling nutrition, physical fitness and self-per- Center is open twenty-four hours sevception. Glisson has also had a busy en days a week. The DeWitt E-Waste year of making public appearances on Transfer Station is open Tuesdays, behalf of several nonprofit charities, Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. including an annual partnership with to 5 p.m. The transfer station accepts wood chips, aluminum, and white CARTI. “One of the most rewarding aspects of goods such as appliances, stoves, air participating in a pageant such as ours conditioners, refrigerators – anything is that it can often help women set and that can be salvaged as metal. reach goals that they may not other- In other business, the Council conwise have known they were capable of tinued discussing the possibility of passing a leaf-burning ban within city achieving,” says the pageant director. DeJarnette would know. Before assum- limits. Mayor Relyea urged council ing her duties as executive director of members to talk to their constituents the state pageant, DeJarnette was Mrs. and get their opinion on the issue of burning leaves only on certain days of Arkansas America 1994. “Pageants have genuinely evolved over the week. The Mayor suggested maybe the years,” claims DeJarnette. “Pag- attempting this for a trial period this eantry can often help women overcome fall in order to see how things go. so many fears and obstacles that may Officer Jonathan Powell with the Dehave held them back in the past while Witt Police Department presented to also helping them achieve greater suc- the City Council a proposal to upgrade cess in their future endeavors.” “When women feel important, needed and beautiful, it can help their self esteem and open them up and into the person they should be, and that helps to make them a happier person in all areas of their lives,” says DeJarnette. “I School has started and fall is around have seen the lives of so many women the corner. Farmers are busy with their changed, including my own, as a result harvest. But take our family outing of the pageant experience.” to Sat Nite on the Corner celebrating Deadline for registering as a contes- under the air conditioner on August tant in the 38th annual Mrs. Arkan- 23, 2014 at 5:30pm at Lodge Corner sas America Pageant is September 14, United Methodist Church, in the fel2014. For more information on how to lowshiphall with food and fun. Rev. become a qualified preliminary title- Robert Marble from Mabelville United holder, contact Lynn DeJarnette at lde- Methodist Church comes sharing his jar8122@aol.com or visit www.mrsar- pastoral ministry. kansas.org. 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
the uniform of the city’s police officers. The uniform would include replacing the traditional duty belt officers currently wear with a load bearing vest. Powell explained that the duty belt weighs anywhere from 25- 30 pounds. “Having all that weight on your hips and back is a lot of strain. We have officers with back problems [related to the belt’s weight.]” With the vest, the weight of the equipment will be on the shoulders instead of the waist. In addition to the vest, Powell proposed changing the uniform to navy blue polo shirts and cotton khaki pants for comfort and ease of movement. The cost of the vest is approximately $200$300 with the total cost of the uniform around $600, which includes two pair of pants, two short-sleeve shirts, two long-sleeve shirts, patches and embroidery on the vest. The total cost of the uniforms for eight officers is around $4,800. Powell told Council members that the department was only asking them for approval to upgrade the uniform and not asking for money. He said they would wait for the next allocated uniform allowance, and there would be no cost to the city. “The uniform allowance would just take care of it,” said Mayor Relyea. Relyea told Council members that the city had $28,000 in the budget to purchase new metal commercial garbage bins. Since the city has contracted commercial garbage pickup with Waste Management, the Council voted unanimously to pass a motion to transfer that money in the budget so it can be used to purchase residential garbage cans, which are in dire need of replacement. The Mayor said the cost of replacing 200 residential cans is approximately $13,000. In the financial portion of the meeting, Alderman Heath Holbert reported that there is a total of $141,414.73 in the city’s general fund and 42,415.63 in the city’s street fund. In other business, the Mayor announced that the deadline for accepting bids for the street paving project is August 28.
Saturday Night on the Corner
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
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Biggest Loser Finalist to Visit 4-Hers in Little Rock Joe Ostaszewski, a finalist on “The Biggest Loser,” says the show saved his life. Now he’s teaming up with the National 4-H Council for a cross-country bike ride to save kids from the dangers of childhood obesity. Ostaszewski and his Wear Your Soul project will be making a stop at Little Rock as part of his “Ride it Forward” fitness campaign. He’ll join Pulaski County 4-H members in a Yoga For Kids event at the Dee Brown Library on Aug. 21 from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. The library is located at 6352 Baseline Road. The former Florida State lineman tipped the scales at nearly 370 pounds. He told the “Ocala (Florida) Star Banner” newspaper in 2013, that he and his twin brother Henry, who weighed about 360 pounds, decided to try for The Biggest Loser while in a hospital waiting room wondering if their father would survive a triple bypass. The two brothers began getting back and shape and applied for the show. Joseph got the casting call. In the end, the effort was worth it. He lost 147 pounds in six
months. His brother, who lost 120 pounds, joined him in starting the Wear Your Soul Foundation (http:// wearyoursoul.org/ ) to keep obesity from taking hold of America’s children. “Joe has been such an inspiration to so many Americans who are trying hard to get and stay fit,” said Erica Williams, Pulaski County extension agent for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. “We especially value his message of healthy living for youth at a time when obesity among our children is epidemic.” The Wear Your Soul Project and National 4-H Council are inviting the public to match Joe’s 3,000 miles across America with a commitment to bike, run or walk your own miles and commit to healthier living. Williams said her 4-H members are looking forward to showing their commitment to fitness by demonstrating Yoga for Kids – the first such 4-H program in the country. On Aug. 22, Becky Comet, a win-
ner on “The Biggest Loser,” will be leading a wellness the C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center in Ferndale. (see http://www.uaex.edu/media-resources/news/july2014/0725-2014-Ark-Wellness-Rally.aspx) The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All meetings and activities announced in this news release are open to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (large print, audiotapes, etc.) should notify the county Extension office as soon as possible prior to the activity.
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FAITH & RELIGION
Weekly Sermon By William Wood Many years ago there was a famous artist that had painted a picture that perhaps we have all seen at one time or another. It was a picture of Jesus Christ standing before a closed door and knocking, attempting to gain entrance. It was up to be voted on, as to whether it would be placed in the Hall of Fame. But as was the custom, the painting had to first go through the Hall of Critics to be judged. And in this review the artist was complimented much on his work. The colors were good, the painting of Jesus Himself met with their approval. But as they examined the door that Jesus was knocking on they discovered what they believed to be a mistake. There was no latch on the outside of the door! When questioned about this the artist assured them that the latch was left off on purpose, and referred them to Rev. 3:20, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock, if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.” What a lesson in theology this artist gave us. God does not force Himself on us, He knocks on the heart door of everyone that is born on the Earth. Of course He knows that some will never open to Him, but He knocks just the same. Every person must have his chance at salvation. To know in your heart that you should let Him in, love Him and serve Him, to know this is to know that He has knocked on your hearts door! It is my purpose in this sermon to help you understand what a terrible thing you are guilty of by refusing to open your hearts door and let Him in! What ails you man, what ails you woman? Do you somehow think that Jesus means to harm you? How could we be harmed by the forgiveness of our sins? Or do you love your sins so dearly that you are willing to trade Eternal Life for a few days of fleshly pleasure now on Earth? Know this, you who have been constantly refusing to answer the knock on your door, there is still forgiveness for your sins. No matter how terrible they have been, they will be forgiven. This is God’s Promise! (John 6:37), “_ _ _ _ him that commeth to me I will in no wise cast out.” Will you then call God a liar? Perhaps some who read this sermon are in desperate straits concerning your health, or your marriage, or your finances. Perhaps you are living in fear, not knowing what tomorrow holds! If you are not a Christian then you may not know who holds all your tomorrows. But you can know! However you will have to stop being the tough, unemotional, proud, Arrogant, self-made man that you suppose yourself to be. You will have to confess your sins and ask for help, the Lord will not bust your door down and invade your false pride! Don’t you know, lost person, that God has commanded us to repent? How long will you thumb your nose in God’s Face? Surely He would not command us to repent, then refuse to forgive us when we do! It would be impossible for our God to woo sinners to Himself, and not intend to forgive us! Is there still breath in your body? Then it is not too late to repent and be forgiven! But know this proud one, when that last breath has left you, and you are lying in your casket, you are not dead, you are in another place, waiting to be judged. It is then that you will know what a terrible mistake you made by not opening the door! Amen
A Thought By Michael P. Daniel “Be strong and courageous. Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 Back to school. For some it is pretty exciting; for others it is downright intimidating. Anything new and unfamiliar must be approached carefully and with due respect because of what is certainly unknown at least in the beginning. Joshua was about to lead Israel into the Promised Land. Moses was no longer with them, so it is easy to imagine the people and even Joshua to be a little disoriented and uncertain about what is ahead of them. Moses had led Israel for 40 years, so they had become accustomed to certain ways in terms of journey. Now they were about to settle in a land which was already occupied. Later spies would report “giants” in the land! The Lord needed to assure Joshua, however, that even though Moses had been the leader for so long, it was actually the Lord and His Covenant which the people had become a part of during that long 40 years. Moses’ time had passed just as others had passed during the long journey, but the Lord was still with them in the new chapter that was about to unfold. These words of encouragement were spoken to Joshua within a specific context, but we may also be assured by these same words as we enter into a new realm of possibilities. Children will meet new teachers, make new friends, and learn new things; and teachers will be faced with the new challenges that come with so many new and different personalities (as well as new state mandates!). And all will be uncertain about how it will all come together. The Lord did not give Joshua any real clues about what the new land would look like with the people of Israel, but the Lord was clear about what it could look like if they tried to face the new land and new challenges without the Lord. And this is the essence of what it means to live by faith; being unsure about what lies ahead, but being absolutely assured the “Lord your God is with you wherever you go”. As long as we “go” with the Lord and in the Lord’s Name. Blessings on all new teachers, experienced teachers, and students! Be strong and courageous, for the Lord is with you!
Three P’s in God’s Peace Pod By Tom Smith When they’re an integral part of our views-and-values, we need not worry about anything. Purpose. Pursuit. Priorities. As Jesus finished this portion of His “Mission Manifesto” (“Sermon on the Mount”) in Matthew 6:19-34, which deals with our treasures, divided loyalties and worry, He gave a succinct summary statement on how to have true peace-ofmind: “Seek first the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness—and all these things shall be added unto you” (v.33). He’d already exhorted them (and us) to have Heavenly treasures instead of earthly ones, which ultimately succumb to rust, rot and robbers (vv.19-21). He also warned against trying to serve “two masters—God and the world” (v.24)—because it’s impossible to do. As Joshua said, we must “choose today whom we’ll serve” (Josh. 24:15). Next, He pointed to the fowl of the air and the flowers of the field, telling how they do not worry about this-orthat because the Heavenly Father takes care of them (vv.25-29). Then, He asked, “If God takes care of them, will He not also take care of you? Truly, He knows you have need of clothes, consumption and countenance” (vv.30-32). Then He gave them/us the “Secret of True Serenity of Soul” (v.33), which clearly sets forth the “Three P’s of His Peace Pod.” First, we must have the right Purpose: “The Kingdom of God and His Righteousness.” Anytime we hear the word “kingdom” we usually think of a king, a fortified castle with moat and bridge, knights in shining armor, etc. However, Jesus wasn’t thinking of anything like that when He spoke those words. He was talking about His “inner Reign” in one’s life, where the heart is His Throne and each believer His servant. Thus, it is both an invisible and visible Kingdom. When He reigns as Lord (Master) in one’s heart/life, there’ll be a change in the way we think, talk and act. Others will quickly notice Whose “Army” we’re in. And, when we get together with other believers—wherever they are in the world—we see His visible Kingdom at its best as we love others the way
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He has loved us. That’s why we must have the right Pursuit: “Seek.” This is not a casual or occasional seeking; it is a whole-hearted, passionate one. Because of what Christ has done for us, we cannot afford to give Him half-hearted or lukewarm devotion. Truly, “knowing Him and the Power of His Resurrection” (Philippians 3:10) must be our “Magnificent Obsession” in life if we are to know His “incomparable Peace” (John 14:27; Phil. 4:7). But, none of this can happen without the right Priorities: “First.” Simply put, we can never have true “Serenity of Soul” if we only give Him the crumbs or leftovers of our lives. God gave His Best to us when He sent Jesus to this earth; why, then, should we not also give Him the best that we have in terms of our time, talents, tithes, etc? Yes, dear Reader, when we quit chasing rainbows or “grabbing for all the gusto we can get” and sell out to the Heavenly Father, we’ll understand what Jesus meant when He talked about “clarity or singleness of vision” (vv.2223). Until then, everything is distorted and our loyalties are divided. How wonderful it is when we’ve “settled it in our hearts” (Luke 21:14; I Peter 5:10) where our real Treasure is. No longer will we be passionately pursuing the world’s fool gold and sacrificing the important on the altar of the urgent. Instead, we’ll be focused upon the real Prize, which is “the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:14). Here’s hoping you’ll take some time this week to examine where your real passions and priorities lie. See if they’re aligned with God’s eternal Purpose; if not, do not rest until they are. Then, passionately pursue that Purpose, which involves “loving Him with all your heart, mind, soul and strength” (Matthew 22:37). That way you’ll not settle for less than His Best and will have no regrets when your time here on earth is over. 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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The Lutheran Churches of South Arkansas County Invite You To Worship:
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Where Jesus Christ Is Always Present In Word and Sacrament Pastor Chad Philipp
823 W 4th St. 2nd & 4th Tuesday & Thursday each month from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. New and gently used clothing, coats, shoes and day to day necessities. *All donations must be clean and in good condition (no rips, stains or broken zippers).
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION IN DeWITT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS In accordance with the requirements of Ark. Code Ann. § 6-14-109, notice is hereby given that the annual school election in the above named school district will be held on September 16, 2014, for the following purposes: To elect 2 members to the Board of Directors for a term of 5 years; To submit the question of voting a total school tax rate (state and local) of 38.0 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable property located in this School District. The proposed tax includes the uniform rate of tax of 25.0 mills (the “Statewide Uniform Rate”) to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 38.0 mills includes 25.0 mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operation, 9.5 mills voted for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, and 3.5 new debt service mills. The 3.5 new debt service mills plus the 9.5 existing debt service mills now pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness, which debt service mills will continue after retirement of the bonds to which now pledged, will be a continuing debt service tax until the retirement of proposed bonds to be issued in the principal amount of $14,390,000, and which will mature over a period of 30 years and will be issued for the purposes of refunding the District’s outstanding bonds dated May 1, 2012; constructing, furnishing and equipping a new middle school and a saferoom/multipurpose facility for the high school/elementary school; constructing and repairing parking lots, drives and drainage at the high school/middle school campus; and constructing, refurbishing, remodeling and equipping other school facilities. The surplus revenues produced each year by the debt service millage may be used by the District for other school purposes. The total proposed school tax levy of 38.0 mills represents an increase of 3.5 mills over the rate presently being levied. The polls will open at 7:30 a.m. and will close at 7:30 p.m. at the following polling places: PRECINCTS Gillett Ward 1, Ward 2, & Ward 3, Arkansas, Stanley, and Chester St. Charles, Crockett, and Prairie
POLLING LOCATIONS Gillett City Hall 209 W. Main Gillett, AR 72055 St. Charles Fire Station 610 Broadway
Almyra, Mill Bayou, and Keaton
St. Charles, AR 72140 Almyra Community Center 107 Elizabeth Street
Humphrey Ward 1 and Ward 3, Henton, and Barton Jefferson County Voters within the DeWitt School District (Precincts 3.01, 10.01, 510.01 and 530.01) DeWitt Ward 1, Ward 2, & Ward 3, Lagrue, Pt. Deluce, Bayou Meto, Brewer, and Garland
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Early voting will be held at the following locations: 1) Arkansas County Courthouse,101 Court Square, DeWitt, AR; and 2) Arkansas County Courthouse, 302 S. College, Stuttgart, AR beginning on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 through Monday, September 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF DeWITT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS By /s/ Shawanna Wansley, Secretary
AUGUST IS ‘CHILD FIND AWARENESS MONTH’ August has been designated ‘Child Find Awareness Month’ by the Arkansas Department of Education. Locating children up to 21 with special education needs is the purpose of this awareness campaign.
DeWitt Public Schools provides comprehensive special education services for all school age children. If parents suspect their school age child has a disability, they should contact the principal of the school their child attends or call special education supervisor Winnie Wilson at 946-2541.
For information regarding preschool services for children 3-5, call Southeast Arkansas Education Service Cooperative Early Childhood coordinator Michele Ellis at (870) 367-4816. The preschool program provides educational evaluation, academic instruction, speech/language and physical/occupa-
tional therapies. For more information regarding services for children up to 3, call (800) 643-8258 and ask for the early intervention department. Adv. 34-2tfc
BEFORE THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT OF THE CITY OF DEWITT IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION OF Jerry and Norma Childers NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the
Board of Zoning Adjustment will hear the application of Jerry and Norma Childers for a variance from the terms of Ordinance #510 of the City of DeWitt allowing the following use of the property: (proposed use) Carport. The lands involved in this matter are
described as follows: (legal description) Block 1, Lot 1, Opal Waller Addition Said hearing will be held at the DeWitt City Hall on the 30th day of September 2014 at 5:00 p.m. All interested parties are notified to appear and present such evidence and testimony as they shall
have. David Bussey CHAIRMAN OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT Adv. 34-1tfc
ORDINANCE NO. 97 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 70 AD ORDINANCE NO. 96, INCREASING THE RATES ASSESSED FOR WATER FURNISHED BY THE WATER SYSTEM OF THE TOWN OF SAINT CHARLES, ARKANSAS, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. WHEREAS, the Town of Saint Charles, Arkansas (the “Town”) owns and operates a water system (the “System”); and WHEREAS, during the course of its normal use, the well and related equipment were damaged such that repair was not a feasible option and it has been necessary to install a new well with related equipment and improvements in order for the Town to continue to provide adequate and safe water to its inhabitants; and WHEREAS, the Town Council previously found that is was necessary to
incur additional expenses to make the aforesaid installation, requiring the existing water rates to be increased to cover the additional expenses, including periodic payments to be made pursuant to a loan agreement with the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission and to provide for sufficient monies for future maintenance and repairs; on August 12, 2014, the Town Council passed Ordinance No. 96 increasing the water rates; and WHEREAS, after further study and assessment, the Town Council finds that the water rates as increased by Ordinance No. 96 are still insufficient such that the rates must be increased further for the reasons stated above; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAINT CHARLES, ARKANSAS, THAT: Section 1: Subparagraph (a) of Section 1 of Ordinance No. 70, as well as Sec-
tion 1 of Ordinance No. 96 as amendatory thereto, is hereby amended so that the official rates for water furnished by the Town of Saint Charles, Arkansas, shall hereinafter be as follows: (a) Monthly Water Rates. The water usage of each customer shall be determined each month by meter measurement, and the amount to be paid by each customer shall be computed on the basis of the following schedule of rates: 0 to 1,000 gallons $12.00 (minimum) All over 1,000 gallons $3.75 per 1,000 gallons or any increment thereof (part of a thousand will be rounded to the next thousand) Section 2: All Ordinances and Resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3: Having found that the present rates charged for water furnished by the Town of Saint Charles, Arkansas,
are insufficient, that there is an immediate need for financing the construction and installation of the new water well supply and related improvements, that the immediate enactment of this Ordinance is necessary for the proper and efficient administration and provision of water service to the Town of Saint Charles and that there is an immediate need to increase the rates in order to better serve and protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens fo the Town of Saint Charles, Arkansas, an emergency is declared to exist, and this Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its passage and approval. PASSED AND APPROVED in special session this 14th day of August, 2014. APPROVED: Robert F. Patrick, Mayor ATTEST: Naomi Mitchell, Town Recorder Adv. 34-1tfc
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Industrial Iron Works/Adams Fertilizer Equipment is accepting applications for an experienced Diesel Mechanic Apply in person at 1503 South Whitehead Drive in DeWitt No phone calls please.
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DEWITT NURSING HOME is currently seeking
RNs, LPNs & CNAs Sign on Bonuses Available New CNA Payscale Contact: Lynn O'Briant or Dana Adams 870-946-3571 ext. 2251 & 2253
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Room for Improvement at VA From Senator Boozman Arkansas veterans regularly contact me requesting help navigating the complex Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These men and women who served and sacrificed for our country face a backlog of veterans’ claims, long waits in the appeals process and accessibility to the health care benefits they earned. Congress has a responsibility to resolve the problems our veterans face within the VA bureaucracy. That begins with rigorous oversight. As part of my oversight commitment, I recently met with Arkansas VA officials at the Little Rock VA hospital and the Conway Community Based Outpatient Clinic. We discussed the unique challenges facing VA health care in our state and the need for modernization to meet the needs of our veterans. Congress recently took pivotal steps to follow through with our promise to veterans with the passage of The Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act of 2014. While this legislation addresses many of the shortcomings within the VA system, it will take time to properly implement these changes. There is still room for im-
provement. I voiced my concerns about the lack of an integrated VA pharmacy network during the visit with Arkansas VA officials. This is particularly concerning because of the increase in our veterans who struggle with opioid addiction. Data suggests a clear correlation between prescription drug abuse, mental illness and suicide among our veterans. A 2012 Army report found that 29 percent of suicides involved individuals with a known history of psychotropic medication use, including anti-depressants, and pain medicine, such as opioids like hydrocodone, oxycodone and morphine. We need a connected network of VA pharmacies to protect against potential abuse and make sure that our veterans receive only the dosage of medication prescribed. We need to correct the practice of over prescribing pain medication. I’m committed to working with my colleagues on the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee to find a solution. The good news is that members of the committee are onboard to address the problem with our veterans’ dependency on pain killers. There are a number of
dedicated Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) that work tirelessly to address these problems as well. I look forward to working with the new VA Secretary Robert McDonald to tackle this issue. He plays a crucial role in implementing these reforms and changing the culture at VA. His background in business management and dedicated service to our country made him the ideal person to fill this position. I appreciate his enthusiasm to lead VA during this critical time and he’s hitting the ground running. Secretary McDonald directed Arkansas facilities to hold town-hall events by the end of September to improve communication with, and hear directly from veterans. He also ordered an independent review of scheduling and access practices at all VA medical centers. Our veterans should not face a battle against the agency tasked to help them. I will continue to work with my colleagues to push for improvements, encourage efficiency and monitor the progress of VA reforms to make sure our veterans receive the benefits they earned in a timely manner.
Please Rend the Heavens! Pastor Steve Ellison The United States of America in 2014 is in desperate need of reform. The list of things wrong is beyond numbering. Virtually all of the things gone wrong can be traced back to human behavior. Real and lasting reform will take place only when God rends the heavens. Isaiah 64 is a cry from the heart of Isaiah regarding his nation, Israel. We would do well to pray a similar prayer. Isaiah 64 (NASU) describes our situation well, “Oh, that You would rend the heavens and come down, That the mountains might quake at Your presence — As fire kindles the brushwood, as fire causes water to boil — To make Your name known to Your adversaries, That the nations may tremble at Your presence! 3 When You did awesome things which we did not expect, You came down, the mountains quaked at Your presence.” Isaiah knew, as we ought to know, that his country needed nothing less than the appearance of Almighty God in divine glory, power, and might. Isaiah recognized what we ought to recognize. The appearing of God has one purpose which is to make His glorious and awesome name known to the whole world
so that the whole world will tremble at His holy presence. This appearing of God is the beginning of the solution to our problems. No solution can be found until God shows Himself. Isaiah 64 goes on in painting a terrible portrait of Israel (and the U.S.), “4 For from days of old they have not heard or perceived by ear, Nor has the eye seen a God besides You, Who acts in behalf of the one who waits for Him. 5 You meet him who rejoices in doing righteousness, Who remembers You in Your ways. Behold, You were angry, for we sinned, We continued in them a long time; And shall we be saved? 6 For all of us have become like one who is unclean, And all our righteous deeds are like a filthy garment; And all of us wither like a leaf, And our iniquities, like the wind, take us away. 7 There is no one who calls on Your name, Who arouses himself to take hold of You; For You have hidden Your face from us And have delivered us into the power of our iniquities.” Isaiah points out the obvious: there is only one true God and He rules and reigns all by Himself. Israel (and the U.S.) has sinned and continued in them a long time.
Isaiah declares that God welcomes those who acknowledge Him, but immediately laments that there is none who calls on God or arises from their apathy in an effort to know Him. Oh, that the sad and pitiful state that Isaiah next describes did not describe the current state of my country, but tragically it does. God has hidden His face from us and He has delivered us into the power of our iniquities! Our iniquities surely deliver fleeting pleasures but those same iniquities make a terribly cruel tyrannical lord over us. Isaiah 64 does not leave us completely devoid of hope, “8 But now, O Lord, You are our Father, we are the clay, and You our potter; And all of us are the work of Your hand.” Will the church in the U.S. in 2014 agree with God that we belong to Him and cry out to Him to shape us so that He will be revealed in us? Our iniquities have a power over us that must be broken. God wants to do a mighty work in us. God is able. He is simply waiting for us to acknowledge Him...……..…..pastorsteve8800@ gmail.com
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The Ruffin Reunion will be held
Saturday, August 23 with a
Noon Potluck at Unity Baptist Church Recreation Center For more information, contact Kathy Fox at 870-830-5018
2014 Murphy Reunion will be held at
DeWitt City Community Building August 23, 2014 Building opens at 10:30 Lunch at 12:00 (potluck) Bring your photos, family history records, and recipes for our cookbook. We will have an Auction this year to raise money to fund the reunions.
Door prizes Contests: -Oldest -Youngest -Most children present -Traveled most miles
Come and enjoy the fun, food, and fellowship!
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Stuttgart Parks and Recreation will be offering
Adult Flag Football for the Fall of 2014
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Cost is $275 per team (minimum roster size of 7 and maximum 15) Season will begin on
Stuttgart Twin Cinema
Sunday, September 14th
806 W. 22nd, Stuttgart, AR 72160 For current Movies and Showtimes, visit our website at www.stuttgarttwincinema.com or call us at 870-673-4327 ARKANSAS COUNTY RECYCLING RECYCLE YOUR: HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES USED TIRES METAL
RECYCLING ITEMS MAY BE RECYCLED YEAR ROUND AT NO CHARGE.
PAPER, PLASTIC, GLASS & METAL RECYCLING BINS LOCATED AT 6TH & MAPLE IN STUTTGART & THE CARROLL LESTER MEMORIAL RECYCING CENTER IN DEWITT
ALUMINUM E-WASTE *PAPER *PLASTIC *GLASS APPLIANCES INCLUDE REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHING MASHINGS, AIR CONDITIONERS, FANS & OTHER METAL ITEMS FREON, ELECTRIC MOTORS, COMPRESSORS, ETC. MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
E-WASTE ACCEPTED AT THE CARROLL LESTER RECYCLING CENTER & O.E. FISHER LANE IN DEWITT & 6TH & MAPLE IN STUTTGART PAPER RECYCLING ONLY: 1 PM TO 4 PM ON WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY AT THE CITY OF DEWITT STREET DEPT. LOT ON WASHINGTON STREET AND 24 HOURS A DAY AND 7 DAYS A WEEK AT 6TH AND MAIN IN STUTTGART
CONTRACTORS & NON-RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF DEWITT AND THE CITY OF SUTTTGART WILL BE CHARGED FOR DISPOSING OF NON-RECYCLABLE ITEMS AT THE DEWITT AND STUTTGART TRANSFER STATION AND THE STUTTGART MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
RECYCLING CENTERS LOCATIONS DEWITT TRANSFER STATION 58 O.E. FISHER LANE HOURS: 8 AM TO 5 PM TUESDAY, THURSDAY, & SATURDAY (870) 946-0190 ************************************* CARROLL LESTER MEMORIAL RECYCLING CENTER 203 CROSS STREET Open 7 Days a Week ************************************* STUTTGART TRANSFER STATION 1356 EAST 2ND STREET HOURS: 7 AM TO 4 PM MONDAY THRU FRIDAY (870) 673-3111 ************************************* STUTTGART MUNICIPAL AIRPORT LANDFILL, NORTH OF STUTTGART 1103 Air Base Rd HOURS: 7 AM TO 4 PM MONDAY THRU FRIDAY (870) 672-7081
and last 7-8 weeks with a 10 game guarantee All games will be played at the
Reinsch Sports Complex in Stuttgart on Sunday afternoons The league is co-ed with no mandatory number of lady players.
Last day to enter is Sunday, August 31st For more information, call Stuttgart Parks Director Austin Hayes at 870-672-3119.
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