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(USPS 088-820) Vol. 131, Number 5 DeWitt, AR 72042 • 14 Pages • 1 Section • 75 cents
AROUND THE COUNTY
The revival will be held February 17-20 and feature Dr. James H. Deihl as speaker. See Page 7A
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Best of DeWitt - Citizen of the Year BY VALENYA FRANKS EDITOR dewitt00@centurytel.net
Pattillo Center School, Inc.’s Board Meeting The Pattillo Center School, Inc.’s Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Pattillo Center School. The start time is 5:30 p.m.
Sunnyside MBC to host Youth of Fellowship Sunnyside Missionary Baptist Church of 161 Sunnyside Road, DeWitt will host the Youth Fellowship of the Arkansas Prairie Missionary Baptist Association on Saturday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m. The program will be Gospel Singing and everyone is invited to bring specials. Fellowship and refreshments will follow the service.
Mayor Ralph Relyea was voted as the Best of DeWitt’s Citizen of the Year. As mayor, Relyea does a lot for the city of DeWitt. Nearing retirement from a very successful photography business, Relyea unselfishly ran for mayor of DeWitt. During his short term in office, he has managed to resurrect pride in DeWitt and seems to be leading the city in some very positive directions. Relyea began his career in DeWitt at DeWitt Bank & Trust and later he built a very successful photography business. During that time, Relyea took photos for school events, weddings, senior photos, family photos, and much more. He has been very involved in the community for many years. He seems to have an ability to get along with all kinds of people. He is very much a “people person.” When dealing with conflicts, Relyea keeps a cool head, weighing both sides of a situation before making a decision. He is very willing to go to all the meetings to find out more information to
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Monday, February 11 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM First United Methodist Church 608 South Grandview Drive DeWitt Fellowship Hall
This is the regularly scheduled bi-monthly blood drive that is usually held at the DeWitt City Hospital. The Hospital will receive credit for all donations. Persons age 17 and older; and over 100 pounds and in good health are encouraged to donate. Snacks provided. Please give the gift of life.
Mayor Ralph Relyea help better DeWitt, especially the municipal meetings in Little Rock and Hot Springs. Relyea is making changes without making too many waves. He has taken positive steps to address the rugged streets of DeWitt. He is also very involved with the recycling center and has helped with the e-waste drop-offs
and pick-ups. Relyea is also involved in his church, First Christian Church, and has been for many years. He also serves as an elder at the church. He is married to Tiila Relyea, and they have two grown daughters, Tammy Hornbeck, of DeWitt, who shares her father’s passion for the community and its growth, and Teri Berbel, of Mansville, TX, who is an artist and has just published a book. He has four grandchildren with whom he always tries to spend time hunting, fishing and golfing. He also has two great-grandchildren and a third on the way. As one can see, Relyea not only has a strong sense of community, but he also has a strong sense of family. His ability to listen, willingness to learn, high energy level, enthusiasm, outstanding people skills, and strong leadership skills seem to be transforming the city and the area. It is exciting to see new faces involved in the economic development of the community. Mayor Ralph Relyea has brought a new spirit to the community. He’s a good, all-around guy, who really wants to make DeWitt a better place.
Piggly Wiggly, New & Improved BY VALENYA FRANKS EDITOR
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“Our company has spent around $1.5 million to give us a totally brand new store. We are very proud of it, and hope you are too. We hope you will come by and check us out and see the great deals we’re offering.” Dan Ouellette, Piggly Wiggly manager, states about the recent remodel of Piggly Wiggly. Over the past couple of months, Piggly Wiggly has been going through some major renovations. The renovations are immediately noticeable as soon as you pull into the parking lot and see the completely remodeled storefront, including the new Piggly Wiggly sign as well as the new marquee sign. As soon as you step through the first set of doors, you see the new lobby with
brick front and new shopping carts. Once you step into the store, the office for all money transactions stands in the middle. To the right, the produce section has all new wood tables and wood laminate floors. There is also a new produce front that makes the department look sharp. The meat department has all new coolers as well as two 12 feet bunker boxes that give the department a great variety of the freshest products available. The market associates are always willing to give you any specialized cuts of meat that you would like. You can expect to find almost anything you are looking for in the expanded frozen section. Doubled in size, the frozen department has the best selections of frozen food around. The dairy department has all new cases, which guarantees freshness. Come in and enjoy a meal at the sit-down eatery in the newly renovated Piggly Wiggly
deli. It, too, has been completely remodeled to give it a brighter look with similar laminate wood flooring as the produce department. Once you’ve reached the checkout stands, you will find that they all have new registers and monitors. This allows for easier, smoother, and speedier transactions for the customers as well as the employees. The tobacco store, just inside to the left, offers cigarettes at the state minimum prices, so you’re bound to find the best deal in town. Along with the front, the backroom has also been remodeled. All the coolers are new to ensure a better freshness of their products. All the shelving and end caps throughout the store have been replaced. All in all, Piggly Wiggly is almost a completely brand new store. The manager and staff would like to thank everyone for their patience throughout the renovation, and they hope everyone will enjoy the changes.
STUTTGART OFFICIAL TRAUMA CENTER SITE Arkansas Department Of Health Names Baptist Health Medical CenterStuttgart Official Trauma Center Site
Because of its commitment to provide an advanced standard of care in the diagnosis and treatment of trauma patients and its active engagement in injury prevention and trauma system development, Baptist Health Medical Center-Stuttgart
(BHMC-S) has been designated a Level IV Trauma Center by the Arkansas Department of Health. “Baptist Health Medical CenterStuttgart has always provided quality emergency care to our community. Joining the statewide trauma system brings us to an even higher level of service,” said Terry Amstutz, vice president and administrator, BHMCS. “As a result of Level IV designation, nurses and physicians have attained certification in either Nursing Trauma or Advanced Trauma Life Support and equipment has been up-
graded. Our resources through the Baptist Health system made the process a team effort.” As a fully designated trauma center, BHMC-S is now part of the state’s overall trauma system. The Arkansas Trauma System was created by Governor Mike Beebe in 2009 to coordinate care among emergency responders and hospitals, which will help ensure that people with traumatic injuries are able to receive appropriate medi
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LOCAL NEWS ewitt police report
January 29, 2013 – An officer responded to Kroger in reference to a private lot accident. There were no injuries. January 31, 2013 - An officer received a phone call from one of the jailers saying there was an intoxicated individual trying to bail out a subject an officer had just arrested. Jailer stated that the person at the jail was intoxicated and just got into the driver’s seat. Officer made contact with the driver and advised him the reason for the traffic stop. Driver was given a couple of field sobriety test in Conoco parking lot. Driver failed field sobriety test and was advised that he was under arrest for DWI and transported to Arkansas County Detention Center for a breath test. The individual was read his DWI rights and released to the jail and booked for DWI 2. (Last one in 2010). February 1, 2013 – A woman came to the Police Department to file charges on another individual for criminal trespassing. The woman stated that she has told the individual on numerous occasions to not come back on her property at 111 S. Van Buren, but on 2-1-2013 the individual went to the woman’s house three times and when asked to leave the individual would start cursing at the woman and would not leave. The individual was told upward of five times before they would leave. The woman has filed charges on the individual for harassment in the past, but the individual will not leave her alone. February 1, 2013 - Police responded to an accident at the corner of South Monroe and 2nd Street. Driver of vehicle 1 stated that she was stopped at the stop sign at the corner of South Monroe Street and 2nd street when an eighteen-wheeler was trying to turn onto Monroe Street off of 2nd street. Driver of vehicle 1 started to back up to make room for the truck to turn, and backed into vehicle 2. The only contact was the trailer hitch of vehicle-1 to the front bumper of vehicle 2 causing a small dent in the front bumper of vehicle 2. February 1, 2013 – An officer was dispatched to the DeWitt Water Works for an accident. Upon arrival the officer spoke to the woman who that a man had backed into her parked pickup truck while leaving the DeWitt Water Works parking lot. She also stated that he had came into the business and told her that he backed into her vehicle and he admitted the fault. The officer spoke to the man and he stated to the officer that he was backing out and cut the wheel to sharp and struck the drivers side rear fender and bumper of the woman’s vehicle. Pictures were taken and insurance information was exchanged. February 3, 2013 – At approximately 6:15 p.m. an officer was dispatched to 422 East Halliburton Street to speak with a woman about some items missing from her residence. Upon arrival the officer spoke with the lady. The lady advised that someone called her mother and told her that the door to her residence was open. The woman is in the process of moving out and advised she hasn’t been to her residence since about 2:30 p.m. on January 30. The woman gave the officer a list of the items that she had noticed missing at that time. The woman was advised to contact Rent-A-Center to get more information about the items she was renting from them.
Grand Prairie Center To Feature Arkansas Tales
The Grand Prairie Center will feature Arkansas Tales performed by Arkansas Art’s Center-Children’s Theatre on Tour at 2:00pm on Saturday, February 9th in the Riceland Auditorium. The Grand Prairie Center is located on the Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Stuttgart Campus at 2709 Highway 165 South in Stuttgart. The show is sponsored by Entergy Arkansas and the Stuttgart Kiwanis Club. Arkansas Tales was written for
the stage by Alan Keith Smith, Associate Director of the Arts Center’s Children’s Theatre. Directing the production is John Isner, veteran actor and director for the Arts Center. Original music for the show was written by Lori Isner. The cast consists of Andrew Bartholmey, Garrett Flood, Jillian Kuhl, and Cassandra Nary. Nary serves as tour manager. Tickets for the public performance are $13 (Adult) and $9 (Child) and can be purchased in advance by calling (870) 673-4201
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Arkansas County Community Calendar is a compilation of events coming up in Arkansas County in the near future. Persons wishing to publicize an event in the calendar — the listing is free — should send or bring the event to the DeWitt Era-Enterprise office (no calendar events will be taken over the phone). The staff of the DeWitt Era-Enterprise will attempt to make the calendar as comprehensive as possible each week depending on space available. Coming up: February 7 – Rice Production Meeting, 8:00 a.m. at Rice Research & Extension Center. March 1 – DeLuce Prairie Union UMC Chicken Noodle Supper, 5-7p.m. 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 third Monday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. at the fire station. You do not have to be a board
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member to attend. • DeWitt Airport Commission meets the second Thurday 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.
ext. 1895, visiting www.pccua. edu, or in person at the Center’s box office, which is open from 9am to 4pm.
Club Meetings • American Legion and Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of each month at Camp Doughboy at 7 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. • 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 PCCDeWitt. • 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. • Grand Prairie Charitable Christian Medical Clinic is held the second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m., at 115 N. Adams in DeWitt. • 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. • Kingdom Outreach Women’s Group meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Changing Lives Ministries building at the corner of Madison and Gibson streets. • Masonic Lodge #157 meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7 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 New Life Fellowship. Weigh-ins begin at 5 p.m.
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Obituaries Bobby Arthur
Bobby E. Arthur, 78, of Russellville, formerly of Hector, died Wednesday, January 30, 2013. The son of Joe and Nona Whitworth Arthur, he was born February 9, 1934, in Hector. He was a United States Air Force Veteran of Korea and also served in Southeast Asia and worked as a military policeman. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a Master Mason of the Freemasons, Hector Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, playing music (guitar & fiddle), traveling and spending time with family, especially grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva Arthur; his parents; two brothers, Clarence Arthur and Tulon Arthur; sister, Jean King; and three infant siblings. Survivors include five sons, Hank W. Arthur ( Jan), Columbus, OH, Bobby W. Arthur, Maryville, TN, Ken Arthur (Tina), Richmond, TX, Eugene Gott (Connie), Spiro, OK, Randy Gott (Donna), Marble Falls, TX; daughter, Annell Gott (Richard Hogue), Russellville; 14 grandchildren, Christopher Arthur, Patrick Arthur, Timothy Arthur, Sarah Joan Jones, Ryan Rhoten (Megan), Tiffany Rhoten, Kenneth Arthur, Jr., Scott Arthur (Cameron), Joshua Arthur, Kasey Rackley, Coy Taylor (Jimmie), Justin Hogue, Sabina Gott, Nikki Heimke (Karl); 15 great-grandchildren; two brothers, John Arthur , Surprise, AZ, Tommy Arthur (Blanche), Jacksonville; sisters, Zula Mae Haliburton (Les), DeWitt, and Carolyn Cox (Floyd Earl), DeWitt; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2013, at Humphrey Chapel in Russellville. Reverend Ira Taylor will officiate. Burial will be at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Hector by Humphrey Funeral Service. Full military honors will be provided by VFW Post 2283. Visitation was from 6 to 8:00 p.m., on Friday, and 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Internet obituary and on-line guest book are available at www.humphreyfuneral.com.
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LOCAL NEWS John Denman
John (Johnny) Andrew Denman, of Gillett, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2013 in Dewitt. He was born January 27, 1950 in Gillett. He loved to spend his time hunting and working. He worked for Luhr Bros. Inc. until his health failed. He is preceded in death by his mother, Alberta Jackson, and his brother, Marshall Anderson. He leaves behind his brother, James (LuJuana) Jones, his sisters, Alberta Tatum and Earlene Jones, of Pine Bluff, and Ailene ( Hewitt) Jones-Parks of Little Rock, and a host of family members and friends. Visitation was Tuesday February 5, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at Mc Kinzie Funeral Home 112 South Washington St. Dewitt. Graveside services will be Wednesday February 6, 2013 at 1:00 pm. at Cypress Memorial Garden 8917 Hwy 63 South Pine Bluff.
Troy Mitchell Troy Mitchell, age 89, of DeWitt, died January 30, 2013. He was born January 26, 1924, in DeWitt to Billy and Olie Young Mitchell, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him were his wife, Ginny Mitchell, his son, Grady Mitchell, three brothers and two sisters. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association, National Seed Growers, formerly operated Lakeside Flying Service, and was a flight instructor and a rancher. Survivors include his son, Joe Mitchell of DeWitt; grandsons: Kelly Mitchell (Karri) of DeWitt, Blake Mitchell (Susan) of Odessa, Texas; great-grandsons, Luke and Jake Mitchell. Funeral services were 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 1 at Essex Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation was 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. The family requests that memorials be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or University of Arkansas for Medical Science.
Gillett Volunteer Fire Department Sponsors Fish Fry The Gillett Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring their 23rd annual Fish Fry on Saturday, February 16 from 11am to 1:30pm ath the Gillett Fire Station. Deliver is available by calling 548-2541.
Yvonne Money
Yvonne Money, 86, of Conway, Arkansas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in Sherwood, AR. Mrs. Money was born April 16, 1926, in Gastonia, NC, to the late Rev. W.H. Bouington and Minnie Marie Connor Bouington. She married her childhood friend, Edward Money, on November 25, 1944. They recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary. She was a pastor’s wife and long-time member in the Church of the Nazarene. Preceding her in death were her parents, six siblings, and her husband of 68 years, Dr. W.E. Money. She is survived by one sister, Barbara Hudspeth, of Port Saint Joe, Florida; one brother, Oma Bouington, of Port Saint Joe, Florida; six children, Butch Money (Julie), of Vilonia, Arkansas, Dr. Wandal Money (Glenda), of Sherwood, Arkansas, Tanya McClendon (Bobby) of Apalachicola, Florida, Karen Caldwell (Donald) of Conway, Arkansas, Eddie Money (Lanay) of Enola, Arkansas, and Donna Gail Webb (Steve); twenty-three grandchildren, thirteen greatgrandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and in-laws. She died like she lived - with grace and dignity, trusting God, and with her children by her side. The funeral services were Saturday, February 2, at 10:00 a.m. at Sherwood First Church of the Nazarene with a visitation Friday night from 6:00-8:00 p.m. also at the church. Immediately following the funeral burial was in Beryl Cemetery in Vilonia. Arrangements were by North Little Rock Funeral Home, a Smith Family Funeral Home. www.SmithFamilyCares.com.
ASU Chancellor’s and Dean’s List
More than 2,100 students have been named to the Chancellor’s and Deans’ lists for the fall 2012 semester at Arkansas State University. The two lists recognize students who achieved the highest grade point averages while enrolled in 12 or more credit hours of study. The Chancellor’s List includes students who earned a grade point average of 3.80 to 4.0 for the semester. The Deans’ List includes students with a grade point average of 3.6 to 3.79. The following are the students from Arkansas County that made the Chancellor’s or Dean’s lists: James Bisswanger of Ethel made the Chancellor’s List. Chasity Jones of Gillett made the Chancellor’s List. Zakiyyah Reeves, Abby Wilson, Celeste Wright, and Alyssa Zeman of Stuttgart made the Dean’s List
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COMMENTARY ARKANSAS HISTORY
Grand Prairie Arts and Crafts Guild
Some of Arkansas’ Black Leaders By Don Roth John E. Bush was born in Moscow, Tennessee, in 1856 and is recognized as one of the most outstanding black business leaders of late nineteenth and early twentieth century Arkansas. In 1882 he founded the Mosaic Templars, a black-ownedand-operated fraternal and business organization. On May 24th of the following year, the Templars received their charter of incorporation from the state, and the organization spread throughout the nation. Perhaps the most empowering feature of the charter was the organization and operation of its own financial institutions. The Mosaic National Building and Loan Association was organized for exclusive benefit of its members and provided them loans for the purchase of homes, mortgage relief for existing loans from other financial institutions, and financial aid in general. As the organization gained national attention and support, they also began to own property throughout the state. Their spacious headquarters, located in Little Rock on the corner of ninth and Broadway, was valued at two hundred thousand dollars and served as a meeting place for black Republicans and various civic groups. The national hospital in Hot Springs was located on seven choice acres and had a market value of sixty thousand dollars. Bush often took the lead in fighting discriminatory legislation, and in 1905 he conducted a campaign that defeated a so-called separate tax bill. This fight was in response to the race baiting Governor Jeff Davis’s proposal to the Democratic legislature, that state public school funds be separated and that black schools be funded only by taxes collected from blacks. Playing an instrumental role in Bush’s defeat of Davis’s separate tax bill was W. W. Hayes, a white Democrat, whom Bush strongly supported for the position of Commander of the Arkansas National Guard the next year. Bush’s contributions to the black community at a time of escalating racism and limited opportunities for the black population through his courage and leadership stood as a monument to a man who was dedicated to uplifting his race. (C. Calvin Smith, John E. Bush: The Politician and the Man, 1880-1916, Arkansas Historical Quarterly, Vol. LIV, Summer, 1995, Number 2) The Supreme Royal Circle of Friends, also known as the Royal Circle of Friends (RCF), was an African-American fraternal organization founded in 1909 in Helena, Arkansas. The organization was established to supply insurance to the African-American population, but was also dedicated to the moral, physical, social, and economic welfare of its members. The founding president, Dr. Richard A. Williams, was born in Forrest City in 1879. He had first practiced medicine in Knoxville Tennessee and in 1905 he moved his practice to Helena, Arkansas. He initiated the first recruitment meeting of the RCF in that city on September 1-3, 1909. The joining fee was $2.50, which included a physical examination. Dues were $1.00 a quarter, and $300 was paid at the death of a member. By 1915 the RCF membership was reported at 30,000 and had paid out $200,000 in benefits. Circles called lodges were established in nine states including Ohio and Illinois. (http:www.encyclopediaofarkansas.net/encyclopedia/entry.det)
ABOVE - Alice Inman explains and demonstrates the technique for painting with a pallet knife.
The Grand Prairie Arts and Crafts Guild met on Saturday, January 5, 2013, at the meeting room in the Stuttgart Library. President,Susan Leder called to order 7 members and asked Shelley Barber to open with a prayer. Secretary JoEllen Jackson read the minutes and Treasurer Alice Inman gave the financial report. Both were accepted with one correction to the minutes. New business for the year included information on Photo Impact beginner’s workshop online, which Tammie Fjellstrom had found. She talked about finding the website, PIRC. Those new to the site receive free sign-up and a mentor for the workshops. Ellen McWhirter talked about a workshop in October on making fabric paper by artist Suzi Dennis from Hot Springs. She has a Facebook page and blog under Suzimade, and YouTube videos, “Monday in the Studio,” which she records as she works. Ellen brought some samples of the work she had made during the demonstration and encouraged other members to learn and have fun with the process. Some of the hostesses for the year were decided. The February meeting will be
PET TALK
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DeWitt, Gillett School Menus Sponsored by Monday, February 4 Breakfast Whole Wheat Toast with Jelly, Cereal, Fruit Juice, Low Fat White Milk Lunch Chicken Strips, Quick Baked Potato, Carrot/Raisin Salad, Fresh Grapes, Wheat Roll Tuesday, February 5 Breakfast Two Whole Wheat Pancakes with Syrup, Sausage Links, Fresh Fruit, Low Fat White Milk Lunch Pepperoni Pizza, Tossed Salad, Country Blend Vegetables, Banana Bread, Assorted Fresh Fruit. Wednesday, February 6 Breakfast
Whole Wheat Biscuits, Whole Wheat Waffles with Syrup, Sausage Patty, Fresh Orange, Low Fat White Milk Lunch Beef Taco/Cheese, Refried Beans, Shredded Lettuce/Tomato/Salsa, Apple Wedges, Oatmeal Cookies Thursday, February 7 Breakfast Scramble Eggs, Whole Wheat Toast , Sausage Links, Fruit Juice, Low Fat White Milk Lunch BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Sliced Peaches Friday, February 8 Staff Development Day
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at the Stuttgart Library with hostess JoEllen Jackson. Ellen McWhirter will have the meeting in March location to be announced later. As members gathered around her, the hostess for this month, Alice Inman, gave a demonstration of painting with a pallet knife using a picture she had brought as an example. She used water based “oil” paints and was able to do her interpretation of the example quickly. The Treasure of the Month was brought by Ellen McWhirter and won by JoEllen Jackson, who received several small wall plaques and a number of beautiful puzzles. The group broke up for informal fellowship, discussions and wonderful refreshments brought by Inman. With great sadness, the Grand Prairie Arts and Crafts Guild will have to elect a new president in February since the current president, Susan Leder, died two weeks after the above-mentioned meeting. Vice president Aileen Brasko will preside. For information on our group and to find out how to join us, call Alice Inman at 673-6578.
DeWitt Senior Center Menus Sponsored by Monday, February 11 Beef Stroganoff, Country Corn, Okra and Tomatoes, White Bread, Oatmeal Cookie, Mild Tuesday, February 12 BBQ Rib Patty, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Coleslaw, Hamburger Bun, Hot Cinnamon Applesauce, Milk. Wednesday, February 13 Chicken and Dumplings, Field Peas, Mixed Creens, Cornbread, Va-
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Many pet owners love spending time with their furry friend outside, but during the cold winter months pet owners need to take special precautions to ensure that their pet stays warm and healthy when the temperature drops. “The good thing is that for most areas of Texas, even the ‘winter months’ do not get cold enough to cause serious problems in our pets or even most large animals,” said Alison Diesel, lecturer at the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. “The thick coats of most domestic animal species are sufficient to provide protection from the cold here in Texas, but on the rare occasion of a colder day some other things could be considered.” One precaution pet owners must take is making sure dogs, cats, and other large animal species have an adequate defense from the cold when they are outside. “Making sure blankets are available and dry can be extremely helpful for this purpose,” said Diesel. “Also, as with people, turning up the heat can help keep our pets warm as well.” For smaller pets simply keeping them inside during the colder times can be the most beneficial. Nonetheless, short exposure to the outside cold can be fine and is usually not detrimental
to the pet’s health. “Dogs and cats shiver a lot like people. This action is used to help generate body heat in cold climates,” said Diesel. “If your pet shivers while outside, shorten the length of your trips together to help reduce this trembling. Providing extra bedding like blankets and towels will also keep your pets warm and cozy.” For larger pets that cannot come inside, making sure they have an adequate outdoor shelter is important to their comfort and safety. Shelters such as doghouses and stables can be very helpful during cold winds, and should have extra bedding (blankets, towels, hay, etc.) added for additional warmth. “An important thing to remember for outdoor pets is to make sure they always have a fresh supply of water,” said Diesel. “If it gets cold enough to freeze this should be checked regularly to make sure the water doesn’t freeze over. Moving water sources like fountains are less likely to do this.” Conditions like frostbite and hypothermia, while not typical in warmer climates like Texas, are severe conditions that are common in colder climates. “Dehydration is a possibility as well if your pet’s water source freezes over,” said Diesel.
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Arkansas Soil Workshop Row crop producers can get deep into the dirt at a pair of soil fertility workshops set for Feb. 12 at Arkansas State University, and Feb. 13, in Dumas, Ark. Both workshops begin at 9 a.m. Registration is $50, including lunch, and participants should register online at www. regonline.com/Soil_Fertility_Workshop. The workshops are sponsored by the Arkansas Plant Food Association, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and Arkansas State University.
The Feb. 12 workshop at Arkansas State University’s Convocation Center, red entrance, includes: Cover crops – Steven Green, Arkansas State University Spatial field soil variability – Ole Wendroth, University of Kentucky Corn fertility – Leo Espinoza, U of A Division of Agriculture. Peanut fertility management – Julie Howe, Auburn University Phosphorous and potassium management – Nathan Slaton, U of A Division of Agriculture N-ST*R, or nitrogen soil testing in rice – Trent Roberts, U of A Division of Agriculture Water quality in eastern Arkansas – Thad Scott, U of A Division of Agriculture. The Feb. 13 workshop at the Dumas Community Center includes: Introduction and Basic Review of Soil Fertility – Trent Roberts Phosphorus and Potassium Review – Nathan Slaton Nutrient Cycle, Soil Reactions, Building/Depleting Soil Test Levels, Fertilizer Sources, Fertilizer Recovery Efficiency. Soil Sampling and Variability within Fields – Leo Espinoza Soil Test Reports and Recommendations - Nathan Slaton The Nitrogen Cycle – Rick Norman Review of Old and New Fertilizer Technologies - Morteza Mozaffari, assistant professor, U of A Division of Agriculture Water Quality Issues - Mike Daniels, project director for Discovery Farms For more information, contact Leo Espinoza at lespinoza@uaex.edu, or 501-671-2168.
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“Both workshops cover different topics related to soil fertility and are tailored for the areas in which they’re being held,” said Leo Espinoza, extension soil scientist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. “Last year’s workshops were a success and we have put together programs that will satisfy the needs of many of our producers and crop consultants.”
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Jules Rousseau, Jr. Jules Louis Rousseau, Jr., 80, of Texarkana, TX, passed away January 27, 2013, in a local hospital. Mr. Rousseau was born September 14, 1933, in DeWitt. He was a retired grain purchaser, flight instructor and company pilot. He was a commissioned officer, 82nd Airborne, U.S. Army. He was also a member of the Presbyterian Church of Redeemers. Survivors include his wife, Patsy Rousseau of Texarkana, TX; son and daughter-in-law, John and Barbara Rousseau of Texarkana, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Jack Ussery of Grand Saline, Texas; daughter, Lee Folsom of Whitehouse, TX; and granddaughters, Katy Fite of Houston, TX, and Jessica Fite of Whitehouse, TX. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of East Funeral Home-Downtown. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Randy Sams Homeless Shelter or Hospice of Texarkana. Online tributes may be made at www.eastfuneralhomes.com
Mavis Moody Davis Mavis Davis, 87, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Bristol, VA, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 23, 2013. Mavis was retired from Raytheon. She was preceded in death by her husband, William F. (Frank) Davis; her parents, Henry and Dora Moody; and a brother, John Moody of Bryant, AR. She is survived by her daughters, Leathea Davis of Knoxville, TN, Gail Yates of Morristown, TN, Sarah Haney of Atoka, OK, and Odeene Cole of Marion, TX; her grandchildren, Joshua Florea, Lydia Yates and fiancé, CJ Weems, Nathan Yates, Andrew Haney, Seth Cole, Jamie Cole, Jessica Adbel-Latif and her husband, Steve; her three great-grandchildren, and her sister and brother-in-law, Ethel and Spencer Buchana, of DeWitt. Services were held at 11:30a.m. Monday, January 28, at Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City, TN.
UA Cooperative Extension to Hold 12-Week Fitness Class In DeWitt Are you ready to improve your health? Have you decided it is time for you to start exercising regularly? A regular exercise program can help with weight management, reduce the risk of diabetes and stroke, increase energy levels, and improve overall sense of well-being. The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service in Arkansas County is offering a free fitness program to help adults increase strength, flexibility and balance. This 12-week program uses weight balls, called medicine balls, to improve fitness in a fun and relaxed 45-minute class. Sessions will meet twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00 –
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Dale Howell On Sunday, January 27, 2013, Heaven gained a great disciple. Dale Howell, age 68, of Norman, passed to his heavenly home. He was born on May 7, 1944, in Norman, the son of the late Oscar Howell and Opal Reed Howell. On May 10, 1963, he married Charlotte Golden Howell, who became his best friend and companion for almost 50 years. He was a Baptist minister who served at Big Fork, Mt. Gilead and was the current pastor at Murphy Baptist Church, which he called home. He was plant superintendent at CertainTeed Roofing Company, Caddo Gap Plant, where he had worked for 37 years. When he was not at the mill, you could find him working on his farm or spending time with family. He would always say that family is second only to your relationship with the Lord. Those left to cherish his memories and his many teachings are his wife, Charlotte Howell of Norman; two daughters, Sheila Russell (Terry) of Hot Springs and Pam Scott (Richard) of Norman; one son, Hank Howell (Bridgette) of Crockets Bluff; eight grandchildren, most who were never called by their given name, Ashley “Boogie” Bailey of Odessa, Texas, Tosha “Peanut” McKamie (Roy), of Norman, James Dale “Little Man” Cooper and Christopher “Little Buddy” Cooper, both of Hot Springs, Charlie Joe “Bud” Howell, Breanna “Lady Bug” Howell, both of Crockets Bluff, Jessie Scott, Cameron Buckley and Carson Timbs, all of Hot Springs; two greatgrandchildren, Cheyenne “Princess” McKamie of Norman and Eli “Little Bit” Bailey of Odessa, Texas; one brother, Oscar Gene Howell (Louise) of Norman; one sister, Jackie Hamilton (Gene) of Hot Springs; two aunts, Ernestine Reynolds of Glenwood and Laverna Ford of Tyler, Texas; four nieces; and a host of friends. Services were held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 30, 2013, in the Murphy Baptist Church with Bro. Doug Wills officiating. Visitation was Tuesday, January 29, at 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Interment was in Liberty Cemetery under the direction of Davis-Smith Funeral Home, Glenwood. Pallbearers were Mark Profit, Mickey Brown, Raymond Whitehead, Jack York, Tony Moore, James Gaston, Bryan Bailey and James Dale Cooper. Honorary Pallbearers were Marvin Black, employees of CertainTeed, Caddo Gap Plant and members of Murphy Baptist Church. Guest registry is at www.davis-smith.com.
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FAITH & RELIGION
The Final Court of Appeal By Pastor William Wood
If the Bible is the word of God, then it is the Final Court of Appeal. It is not a question of what I think, or of what anyone else thinks, but it is “What sayeth the scriptures?” It is not a matter of what any church or creed teaches, it is “What teaches the Bible?” God has spoken and that ends the matter. “Forever, O Lord, Thy word is settled in Heaven.” Therefore, it is for me to bow to His authority, to submit to his word, to cease all quibbling and say, “Speak Lord, for thy servant heareth.” Because the Bible is God’s word, it is the Final Court of Appeal in all things pertaining to doctrine duty and lifestyle. This was the position taken by our Lord Himself when tempted by Satan, He declined t argue with him, but stopped his every attack with, “It is written.” When He went to Nazareth in the start of His public ministry, He entered the synagogue, read from the Prophet Isaiah and said, “This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.” (Luke 4:21) In his teaching on the rich man and Lazarus, He insisted that, “If they hear not Moses, and the Prophets (that will follow him), neither will they be persuaded, though one rose from the dead.” (Luke 16:31) And by this, He was signifying that the authority of the written word is of greater worth then the appeal of miracles. When proving to the Jews His claim of Deity (John 5), He appealed to the testimony of the Prophet, John the Baptist (verse 32). And then in verse 39, He referred them to the Final Court of Appeal when he said “Search the scriptures, they are they which testify me.” In Acts 2:16, when Peter would justify the speaking with other tongues, he appealed to the Prophet Joel. When Stephen made his defense before the Counsel, he reviewed the teaching of the Prophet Moses, and the prophets. In his Epistles, the Apostle Paul spoke often about prophets in the New Testament Church. The Chief Prophet, the Lord Jesus, said, “I came not to destroy the Law, or the Prophets, but to fulfill.” (Matt. 5:17) In view of what has been said so far, I want to ask you ministers who may chance to read this a simple question. Where is your authority for denying that God still uses prophets? What answer will you give to the statement of the chief prophet who said to the New Testament Church, “Wherefore behold, I send unto you Prophets and wise men. And you persecute them from city to city.” (Matt. 23:34) You don’t have to answer to answer to me, but one day, when you have denied God’s end-time prophet for the last time, you will be called on to give an answer to the great Judge. Wouldn’t it be far better to investigate now, then pull your head out of the sand and repent for resisting God’s plan?
Stand Firm There comes a point where you have to throw caution to the wind, draw a line in the sand and say, “I will not be moved.” Last week the Boy Scouts of America’s national leadership made headlines when they said they were considering changing their policy preventing the participation of openly homosexual leaders and members. According to a spokesman for BSA, an announcement on this was expected sometime this week, and it’s anticipated that they’ll be changing their decades-old practice. What’s interesting is that this comes six months after the same board reaffirmed their refusal to change the long-standing policy. Back in July, B.S.A. chief executive Bob Mazzuca told the press: “The vast majority of the parents of youth we serve value their right to address issues of same-sex orientation within their family, with spiritual advisers and at the appropriate time and in the right setting.” He also added, “We fully understand that no single policy will accommodate the many diverse views among our membership or society.” So, what’s happened? It would appear that, once again, the leadership’s succumbing to the incessant pressure being applied upon them by outside groups. And, even though the new policy “would allow the religious, civic or educational organizations that oversee and deliver Scouting to determine how to address the issue,” this opens a whole new can of worms for local Scout troop units. And, I believe one-by-one that they, too, shall also give in to the pressure to conform or “suffer the consequences.” So, it’ll be interesting to see what happens with all of this. Without a doubt, numerous church groups will quit opening their facilities to local Boy Scout units. And many parents will no longer allow their sons and daughters to be a part of this long-time stellar organization whose oath has always been “On my honor I will do my best, to do my duty to God and my country, and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.”
Dear Reader, this is just another example of the moral revolution that’s occurring in our nation. Almost every day it seems like another group that’s stood firm on Biblical, moral issues is caving in to the pressure. And, it’s going to continue UNLESS someone is courageous and quits fearing the tongue (and lawsuit) more than the sword. Yes, we need the courage of the early saints who were more willing to be “tortured, scourged, imprisoned, stoned, sawn in half, slain by the sword, etc.” (Hebrews 11:35-37; Fox’s Book of Martyrs) than recant their faith in Christ. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian who recognized what Hitler was doing in Germany, could have chosen to stay in the U.S. as a student. Instead, he returned to his homeland and joined in the opposition, which ultimately led to his imprisonment in a concentration camp in 1943 and execution on April 9, 1945. Throughout the Bible we find numerous examples of those “Champions of Faith” who were willing to stand firm, regardless of what it cost them (e.g., Noah, Moses, Joseph, Daniel, the 12 Apostles, Paul, etc.).The question is, “Where are they today?” My contention is they’re still with us in the form of some of you who are reading this column . . . some who are sitting in the pew in their house of worship . . .that father who’s willing to risk it all by standing up for what’s right . . .that mother/housewife who can no longer sit still and do nothing but must begin “sounding the alarm.” Yes, there comes a time when we, who know what is right, must stand firm rather than passively giving into wrong. If we don’t, there’ll come the time we’ll regret it, but it’ll be too little, too late. Don’t hesitate, contemplate or procrastinate. Stand firm. Do it today. (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 582, Coushatta, LA 71019 or e-mail him at pressingon@hotmail.com.)
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Now Is The Time Time to Control Stickers in Your Lawn Each year in late spring I receive numerous calls about the nuisance stickers in resident’s lawns. The conversation always begins, “My yard is covered in stickers, and my kids and pets can’t even enjoy being in the yard.” “What can I do to get rid of these stickers?” The response is always the same, “I have bad news. It’s too late to get rid of the stickers this year because the stickers have already formed, but you can control them next winter and save yourself the aggravation.” Spurweed, also called “Sticker Weed” by many, is a “Cool Season” annual. Most people don’t think about weed control during the winter months, but this time of year may be your best bet for controlling those nuisance stickers. Spurweed germinates in the early fall months as temperatures cool, and remains small or inconspicuous during the cold winter months. Spurweed can be easily controlled during the winter months. December, January and February are ideal months to apply herbicides for the control of this weed. However, the weed can also be effectively controlled in March in most areas of Arkansas. The major drawback to controlling this weed in the spring is the formation of the bur may have already occurred, and the bur is the major reason for controlling this particular weed. During the winter months, herbicides such as Aatrex® (a restricted use herbicide), simazine (Princep®, others) and Sencor Turf® will effectively control
Spurweed when applied according to the label. This group of herbicides should not be used on bermudagrass overseeded with a cool-season turf grass like ryegrass or on tall fescue, as they are injurious to cool-season turfgrasses. The other option for controlling Spurweed by homeowners is a post-emergence application of one of the various two and three-way mixes of 2,4-D, dicamba and MCPP. Trimec® is one of the most common trade names in this category. This group of products should be applied on warm (air temperatures at least 55º F.), sunny days. The key factor to effectively controlling Spurweed is to apply an appropriate herbicide during the winter months. Also, turf grasses are herbicides. There is one other herbicide that works well on Spurweed in bermudagrass lawns, and that is the family of glyphosates (Round-up® type herbicides). The critical factor when using this family of herbicides is insuring that your bermudagrass is completely dormant. If your turf grass is not completely dormant, there may be significant damage to it. Use of brand names in this publication does not imply endorsement of the products named or criticism of similar ones not mentioned. Before selecting a product, check on the safety to the turf grass and whether or not it will control the weeds present in the turf.
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COMMUNITY NEWS Revival at Nady Nazarene Dr. James H. Diehl, General Superintendent Emeritus of the Church of the Nazarene, will be the evangelist February 17-20 at Nay Church of the Nazarene, 422 Nady Road, Tichnor, Arkansas. Prior to his election as a General Superintendent of the worldwide denomination, Dr. Diehl served as pastor in Iowa Georgia, and Colorado. He is a prolific writer with numerous articles appearing in the Herald of Holiness, Holiness Today, Preacher’s Magazine, Bread, World Mission, The Holiness Digest, Perspective, and others. He is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University and in 1990, Northwest Nazarene University conferred on him a doctor of divinity degree in recognition of his outstanding achievements. Dr. Diehl is a dynamic, down-to-earth preacher of the Word of God and brings to his listeners outstanding insight and practical application. His humor and lover for people are evident in his preaching. Paul Rhodes, Minis-
Dr. James H. Diehl ter of Music at Hedden Chapel Assembly of God Church in Sheridan, AR, will be in charge of the special music on Sunday. Revival services begin Sunday, February 17, at 10:00 a.m. A potlucj dinner will be held in the Fellowship Hall following morning worship. Sunday evening service
begins at 6:00 p.m. and weekly services Monday through Wednesday will begin at 7:00 p.m. Nady Nazarene Pastor Ken Mitchell invites everyone to attend these special services, including the Sunday potluck. For more information, please call 870-548-2606 or 217-653-8255.
Residents in 15 Additional States and the Tucker Travis Named Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Join Pilot Program To Chancellor’s List for Refinancing Homes Tucker Travis, DeWitt Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is adding 15 more states and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to a pilot program that enables current USDA home loan borrowers to save money on housing costs by refinancing their mortgages with lower interest rates. USDA Housing Administrator Tammye Treviño made the announcement on behalf of Secretary Vilsack. The pilot expands upon USDA’s ongoing effort to assist rural homeowners holding loans made or guaranteed by USDA Rural Development. In 2010, USDA established an aggressive modification policy for Guaranteed Loans that helps homeowners who are delinquent on their mortgages. These homeowners can lower their monthly payments through a loan modification that re-amortizes their payments over a term of up to 40 years, lowers their interest rate, or both. USDA also has a “Mortgage Recovery Advance” program in which the department provides guaranteed lenders up to 12 months of mortgage payments on behalf of borrowers who have fallen behind on their payments due to job loss or other hardships.
Participants in the pilot-refinancing program are required to meet income eligibility requirements and must have made their mortgage payments on time for 12 consecutive months. Borrowers participating in USDA’s Single Family Housing Direct and Guaranteed loan programs are eligible to participate. Borrowers do not have to obtain new credit reports, property inspections or home appraisals. Refinanced loans must be at least one percent below the original interest rate. Terms cannot exceed 30 years. No cash out is permitted to the borrower. With today’s announcement, the pilot is being expanded to include residents in the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. These states are being added because they have been identified as having a very high proportion of persistent poor counties, that is, those with a poverty rate of at least 20 percent in each of the last four U.S. Censuses. The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico has been included due to a poverty rate of at least 45 percent
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Guest speaker at the Best of DeWitt Banquet was the New Arkansas Speaker of the House of Representatives, Davy Carter.
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DeWitt Boys, Girls Teams Win Against Warren
January 29th, DeWitt High School senior girl’s and senior boy’s teams played against Warren. The senior girls’ score was 57-53, Warren. It was a tight game at the end but Warren pulled ahead. It was still a great game from the girls! The senior boys’ score was 56-37, DeWitt. The DeWitt teamed gained a significant lead in the beginning, which led them to victory. Great job guys! The next game for the senior boy’s and girl’s will be in Crossett February 8, starting at 5 p.m. The junior boy’s and girl’s teams will have a district tournament in Star City, February 9, 10, and 11, times will be announced. On February 12, the senior boy’s and girl’s teams will play against Star City in a home game starting at 5:30. January 29th, DeWitt High School senior girl’s and senior boy’s teams played against Warren. The senior girls’ score was 57-53, Warren. It was a tight game at the end but Warren pulled ahead. It was still a great game from the girls! The senior boys’ score was 56-37, DeWitt. The DeWitt team gained a significant lead in the beginning, which led them to victory. Great job guys! The next game for the senior boy’s and girl’s will be in Crossett February 8, starting at 5 p.m. The junior boy’s and girl’s teams will have a district tournament in Star City, February 9, 10, and 11, times will be announced. On February 12, the senior boy’s and girl’s teams will play against Star City in a home game starting at 5:30.
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HELP WANTED – Parttime Merchandiser Job #10099. Stocking general merchandise items in supermarkets in DeWitt. 3 hrs every 42 days, $10.00/ hr. www.ataretail.com or 800-287-1604 x 672. Adv. 49-2tp
LEGAL NOTICES Lumber One Home Center
is accepting applications for dependable individuals to work in the warehouse/lumber yard. Job duties will require truck driving, forklift operation, and physical lifting. CDL is a plus but not required. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance and profit sharing. Please apply in person at 301 E. Michigan St. - Stuttgart, AR 72160 HELP WANTED: Temporary Work - 3 Job Openings - Starting: 03/05/2013 and Ending: 12/01/2013 We need season help to plant and harvest milo, beans, cotton and wheat. Operate farm equipment to haul harvest products to storage areas and do infield maintenance on equipment. Require three months experience. The employer, Kenney Book Farms from Jonesville, LA will pay the adverse effect wage rate of $9.50/hr. The employer guarantees 3/4 of the workdays in the work contract. The work tools, supplies and and equipment are provided without cost to the worker, if applicable. Free housing is provided to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the workday. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided or paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract or earlier. Workers interested in the job should contact their nearest local State Workforce agency or send resumes to Louisiana DOL, Alien Labor Certification Unit, 1001 N 23rd St, 3rd Floor NX, Baton Rouge, LA 70804 and mention job order number: LA441225. HELP WANTED: Temporary Work - 7 Job Openings - Starting: 03/15/2013 Operates combines and grain carts to harvest grain and oilseed crops. Drive heavy trucks and pickups. Does infield repairs. Must have CDL or appropriate driver’s license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire. We require six months experience and a high school diploma or GED. The employer, Thouvenel Harvesting from Versailles, MO will pay the adverse effect wage rate of $10.18/hr (OK,TX), $12.33/hr (KS,SD,ND,NE), $11.41/hr (MO), $10.08/ hr (CO), or prevailing of $8.50/hr (OK), $2100/mo (TX), $2000/mo plus room and board (KS), $2200/mo plus room and board (SD), $3000/mo plus room and board (ND), $1800/mo plus room and board (NE). The employer guarantees 3/4 of the workdays in the work contract. The work tools, supplies and equipment are provided without cost to the worker, if applicable. Free housing is provided to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end od the workday. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the worksite will be provided or paid by the employer upon completion of 50% of the work contract or earlier. Workers interested in the job should contact their nearest local State Workforce agency or send resumes to Foreign Labor Certification, P.O. Box 1087, 421 East Dunklin, Jefferson City, MO 65102 job order number: MO9759907.
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT – PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BENEDICT F. SPANEL PR-2013-2 NOTICE Last known address of Decedent: 77 Arbie Robinson Road, Gillett, AR 72055 Date of death: December 23, 2012 The undersigned was appointed Administratrix of the above-named Decedent’s Estate on January 23, 2013. All persons having claims against the Estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate. Provided that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the Decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate. This Notice first published the 31st day of January, 2013. BOYD & BUIE Attorneys at Law 308 Court Square DeWitt, Arkansas 72042 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE LYNNE’ SPANEL 77 Arbie Robinson Road Gillett, AR 72055 ADMINISTRATRIX Adv. 49–2tfc
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT – PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOEL N. FERGUSON, DECEASED CASE NO. PR-2013-3 NOTICE Last known address of Decedent: 1310 Leo Street, DeWitt, Arkansas 72042 Date of death: November 21, 2012 An instrument dated July 10, 1997, was on the 23rd day of January, 2013 admitted to probate as the Last Will of the above named Decedent and the undersigned has been
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appointed Executrix therunder. Contest of the probate of the will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by the law. All person having claims against the Estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate. However, claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the Decedent shall be filed within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of the Notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the Estate. This Notice first published the 31st day of January, 2013 BOYD & BUIE Attorneys at Law 308 Court Square DeWitt, AR 72042 ATTORNEYS FOR ESTATE MAVIS M. FERGUSON 1310 Lee Street DeWitt, AR 72042 EXECUTRIX Adv. 49-2tfc
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FARM HAND NEEDED – Full Time Position. References needed. Send resume to: Farm Hand; P.O. Box 431; DeWitt, AR 72042. Adv. 42-tfc
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Lumber One Home Center
is accepting applications for a dependable individual to fill a custodial position. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation, health insurance and profit sharing. Please apply in person at 301 E. Michigan St. - Stuttgart, AR 72160
Master's Level Therapist or RN: Qualified candidate must be licensed in the State of AR in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology or be eligible for license in AR. Dumas/Lake Village areas. Consideration will be given for RN's that have one year of proven Psych experience. Please send resumes to recruiter.aca@gmail.com
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Bunge North America in St. Charles, AR is seeking a qualified person for full-time employment. Duties will include working over water, working at varying heights, and operating and maintenance of grain elevator equipment, computer operated truck weighing, grain sampling, and grain grinding - computer experience preferred. Occasional overtime will be required. Wages will depend on experience. Interested individuals will need to contact facility manager David Wade at 870-282-3745 to set up an interview. Applicants considered for the position will be required to successfully complete the Company's employee selection process including the following: employment application, authorization for background check, interview, pre-employment drug test, and pre-employment, post-offer medical examination. Bunge North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Manager: David Wade
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Women of Ireland To Be Performed at Grand Prairie Center
Daughters of the American Revolution, Arkansas Post Chapter
(Left to right) Mary Bisbee, Helen Wolfe, Nina Ruth Selig, and Debra Shea
Lovers of Celtic music are in for a special treat when the act known as Women of Ireland takes to the stage at the Grand Prairie Center on Monday, February 11th. The performance will be held at 7:30pm in the Riceland Auditorium. The Grand Prairie Center is located on the Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas Stuttgart Campus at 2709 Highway 165 South in Stuttgart. Women of Ireland comprises a 20 member cast made up of the best female performers within the Irish musical tradition performing alongside other world class musicians, singers and dancers. The fullscale stage production produced in Ireland has been described as “mesmerizing” by the Irish Examiner and the talent of the cast as “superhuman at times… gripping” by the Sarasota Herald Tribune. The name Women of Ireland refers to a beautiful piece of music bearing the same name and known in the Irish language as ‘Mná na hÉireann’, which translates as “Women of Ireland”. Women of Ireland will showcase a select group of female artists during the North American tour in
an effort to demonstrate the well of talent that exists within Ireland’s traditions of music, song and dance. The common theme inherent in all performances will be the presentation of the most revered qualities of Ireland’s ethnic music, which will be transported from the Irish fireside to the international concert hall platform. Special significance will be placed on depicting the pure qualities of Irish music in a contemporary setting while the performance will also include well-known popular songs, which will be given a stirring Celtic treatment. Women of Ireland is created and produced by Eric Cunningham in association with Celtic Entertainments (Ireland). Women of Ireland recorded its debut album with the Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra and Dublin Gospel Choir. Tickets are $30, $22.50 and $15 and can be purchased in advance by calling (870) 673-4201 ext. 1895, visiting www.pccua.edu <http://www.pccua. edu>, or in person at the box office, which is open from 9a.m. to 4p.m.
UAM Joins College Central Network The University of Arkansas at Monticello has entered into a partnership with the College Central Network to help current students and alumni to better connect with potential employers. CCN allows UAM students and alumni to register and create their own online profiles while offering a number of services, including assistance with the creation of resumes and online portfolios to potential employers. CCN offers a “Job Search Agent” that matches job opportunities with interests. The network also provides the ability to track resume submissions, referrals
Thank You We, the family of Troy Lee Adams, would like to thank the entire staff of DeWitt City Nursing Home for all the care you gave. A heartfelt thank you to ALL who called, sent cards, flowers/plants, gave memorials, prepared food, served lunch, gave us a hug, and who were there when we needed you. Thank you to Bro. Gene White and Bro. Bob Hobbs and Ms. Ruthie for the SPECIAL service. Thanks, Tammy, for the BEAUTIFUL song. Thank you to the honorary pallbearers, the DeWitt American Legion Color Guard, and Pine Bluff Color Guard. To McKinzie Funeral Home - Mike, your friendship and compassion, along with Conseula and your family, during this time has and will always mean the world to us.
and requests, and to access job search and career development articles, documents, podcasts and videos. The partnership with CCN will allow UAM’s Office of Career Services to tweet announcements and events to job seekers, contact an unlimited number of students, alumni and employers by email and the capability to download student, alumni, and employer contact data. According to Hughes, CCN offers a number of benefits to employers, including secure access to post unlimited jobs at no cost, to search resumes and portfolios of target candidates, the opportunity to recruit qualified candidates easily at no cost, and the ability to manage job postings. Prospective employers may access these services by logging on to www.collegecentral.com. For more information about the College Central Network, contact Hughes at (870) 460-1454.
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Arkansas Post Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met on Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at the Arkansas County Cooperative Extension Building in DeWitt. Prior to the meeting, a presentation and reception was held honoring the Chapter’s DAR Good Citizen, Bethani Hoelzeman, daughter of Dikina Hoelzeman, of DeWitt. Ashley Smith, counselor at DeWitt High School, was also present for the ceremony Jean Pollard, Chapter Regent, led the opening ritual assisted by acting Chaplain Dorothy Wilks. Dee VanDuyn led the Pledge of Allegiance, the pledge to the Arkansas Flag and the American’s Creed. Mary Bisbee led the singing of the National Anthem. Regent Pollard read the president general’s message for January and for February. She also presented the national defense message concerning Leon Panetta as Secretary of Defense. Birthday recognition for two members present were Dee VanDuyn and Mary Bisbee. The Sunshine Report was the 90th Birthday of Claudia Roebbeke, and Chaplain Janice Reed had sent her a car. A card of health concern had been sent to Sherri Underwood Renaud. The illness of Edith Sweetin was announced. Chapter Secretary Debra Shea read the December 11 minutes and checked the roll with nine members and four guests present. Correspondence was read from State Regent JoAnn Cooper, DAR School Project of Balloon Pins Chairman, and noted from Arkansas State Newsletter that the state’s membership is over 2,483. Chapter Treasurer Janet Scherm sent in her monthly report. Chapter Registrar Marilyn Sickel had sent in her report that Carlise “Carli” Waters is a new Junior Member, and Sickel is working on one other application. Betty Wilson’s application was mailed to NSDAR in January. One Supplemental is being reviewed at NSDAR. Pollard reported that she and Jerrie Townsend had worked on reports and the master questionnaire had been sent electronically. Chapter Achievement to NSDAR and the Chapter Regent’s Annual Report had also been turned in. She also reported that Elaine Berg had sent in the following on December 28th: 800 soup labels to Bacone Indian School and 1,298 soup labels to Kate Duncan Smith school along with 98 box tops. Minutes for committees included reading the Preamble by Bisbee, conservation concern on going organic and composing kitchen waste by Helen Wolfe, and commemorative events from Jerrie Townsend reminding that the Battle of Raisin River was on January 21, 1813, during the War of 1812. The group voted to contribute $100 to the State Regent’s Project for scholarship fund. This will take the place of the silent auction during state conference. Delegates were elected for the Wataseka district meeting: Regent Pollard, Jerrie Townsend, Sharon Derden, and Dorothy Wilks. State Conference delegates elected were Regent Pollard, Robin Burkett, Elaine Berg, Mary Bisbee, Sharon Derden, Janice Reed, Debra Shea, Marilyn Sickel, Joy White, Dorothy Wilks, Regina Wilks, and Helen Wolfe. Alternates were Lori Dabbs, Terry Dougan, and Norma Oliver. Continental Congress was Regent Pollard and Jerrie Townsend. Arkansas Post Chapter is sponsoring three entries for Arkansas DAR Scholarships from Stuttgart High School. The winners will be announced at State Conference in March. The Stuttgart Chamber of Commerce Banquet was held on January 29th. Arkansas Post Chapter cosponsored an entry for Citizen of the Year. February 22 is the next chapter meeting at the Hot Springs County Club for the George Washington Luncheon. Tickets must be ordered right away. Hostesses for the DAR Good Citizen Presentation and Reception and for the January meeting were Mary Bisbee, Edith Sweetin, Mary Jennings, Debra Shea, Nina Ruth Selig and Helen Wolfe.
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News In and Around Gillett Graveside Service plans Former Gillett resident Teresa (Terri) Pfaffenberger Coggins, who passed away suddenly on December 23, 2012, will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 9th, 2013. A graveside service will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery at 1:00 pm. Birthday Celebration Norma Alexander Holzhauer and David Alexander honored their mother, Polly Alexander with a 90th birthday celebration on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Around 50 friends and family member’s enjoyed cake, cookies, dips and punch. Special guests included: Alvin and Nor-
Left to right: Glenda Fread and Sandra Poore
The David O. Dodd Chapter, 212, met in the home of Sandra Poore in Pine Bluff on Sunday, January 20th at 3 p.m. Glenda Fread, chapter president, presided and had Chaplain MarJo Dill open the meeting with prayer. Fread led the pledges and ritual. Secretary/Treasurer Sharon Wyatt read the minutes, which were approved, and then gave the treasurer’s report. Seven members attended this meeting. The Necrology Report was the loss in December of member Lois Dodson of North Little Rock. Poore was appointed chairman for the dispersing of fifteen iron cross cemetery markers which had been repaired by Poore’s husband. They are to be placed at the gravesites of Confederate ancestors of active members of the David O. Dodd Chapter. The program presented by Poore was entitled “Mrs. Robert E. Lee”. She introduced her subject by saying, “We always have programs about Robert E. Lee, but today we are going to here about his wife.” Poore told how Mrs. Lee had been ridiculed as a neurotic, sickly woman. What they didn’t know back in that day was that she really was ill with rheumatic arthritis. General Lee wrote things in his letters that gave the wrong impression of his bride. He had a sense of humor and a way of teasing that left the impression that his wife was not a good housekeeper, and later that she could not control their rowdy children. However, Mary Custis Lee had been raised in a large home with servants. She never had to do anything for herself. Now she was married to a man in the military, living in government housing, no servants, and away from her family. It was a whole new life for her. Poore continued by telling of Mrs. Lee’s lineage. Mary was the great-granddaughter by marriage of George Washington. Mary’s father idolized Washington and spent his life collecting objects of Washington’s. Mary grew up at Arlington, the Custis family home, and each time she bore a child, she would go home to Arlington. Mary loved to garden and spent many hours at Arlington experiencing this pleasure. She was an Episcopalian and very religious. She was a June bride. Mary thought her future husband was handsome, but she thought he became more handsome when he grew side-whiskers that extended down his face. Her first home with Robert E. Lee was military, two rooms and a dirt floor. Servants had always done everything for Mary, so she knew little about housekeeping. Mary had many severe illnesses, but each time she overcame them with visits to different areas with healing springs. Mary Custis Lee was a pretty, dark-haired woman and very intelligent. She home-schooled their many children. She and Robert E. Lee knew each other from childhood and were very much in love.
Small fly could be big trouble
A tiny fly that has left a multimillion dollar path of destruction in some U.S. fruit growing regions has been confirmed in Arkansas, and the state’s fruit growers are being urged to learn to identify, sample for, and control the spotted wing drosophila. The spotted wing drosophila, or SWD, cuts through the skin of ripening fruit to lay eggs that hatch within 12 to 72 hours into white larvae. These larvae feed inside and damage soft-skinned fruits, especially blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, cherries and possibly peaches, plums, tomatoes and melons. The entry and exit holes and feeding damage leave the fruit vulnerable to infections as well as disfiguring the fruits. Small insect, big cost While at a fruit-growers conference last year, Sanders learned how devastating the insect -- a vinegar fly -- can be. In some states, “this insect took growers by surprise,” said Sanders. “Almost before they knew what hit them, fruit growers suffered 80 to 100 percent losses – the kind of losses that put people out of business.”
Annual Tichnor Volunteer Fire Dept. Barbeque Saturday, February 23rd 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. At
ma Holzhauer, Jared, Joli, Ethan, Kelsey, and Kara Holzhauer of Gillett; Grant, Cassy, Ava, and Emily Holzhauer of Gilbert, AZ.; Brady, Alesha, Bella and Jackson Holzhauer of Lowell, AR.; David and Charla Alexander of Savage, MN; Tom and Mary Ann Spann of Benton, AR; Ruth Haley of McGehee, AR; Cindy Rushing of Wynne, AR; Walter and Karen Hillman of Almyra, AR; Travis and Joyce Davis, Bill and Barbara Erstine, Bro. Sam and Martha Roberts, Ruth Smotzmeier, Mae Cross, Charles and Suzanne Coffield, all of Stuttgart, AR; and numerous other friends from Gillett.
Women’s Retreat featured speaker is Rita Sweatt, who is well known for her monologs of Women of the Bible.
Women’s Retreat A women’s retreat is planned for February 22-23, 2013 at Buckshot Lodge in Gillett. Featured speaker is Rita Sweatt, who is well known for
her monologs of Women of the Bible. For more information or to make reservations contact Annette Grantham at 5482456 or Helen Wallace at 548-2409.
Organization Makes Donations Gillett’s boys’ organization S.O.S. (Sons of Salt) recently donated $1000 to the Gillett Food Bank. The food bank is sponsored by multiple churches and community members of Gillett and Tichnor. It distributes food monthly to families in need. The boys presented a check to Rose Ella Smith, a food bank volunteer who spoke at their meeting on January 30. Gillett’s S.O.S. boys also presented a check in the amount of $1000 to the Gillett Community
Assistance Fund. Board member Pastor Chad Philipp attended the S.O.S. meeting on January 30, and explained how the fund is available to help members of the Gillett and Tichnor communities with utilities and gas in case a need arises. Pictured with Phillip are, l-r: Hunter Ellenburg, Ashton Wood, Josh Haynes, Garrett Lowe, Ethan Holzhauer, leader Steven Ringo, Ben Hackney, Jack Hackney, Keegan Atkins, Jase Ringo, Logan Menard and Bradley Haynes.
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TOP PHOTO: S.O.S Boys presented a check to Rose Ella Smith. Pictured with Smith (left to right): Hunter Ellenburg, Ashton Wood, Josh Haynes, Garrett Lowe, Ethan Holzhauer, leader Steven Ringo, Jack Hackney, Ben Hackney, Logan Menard, Jase Ringo, Bradley Haynes and Keegan Atkins. BOTTOM PHOTO: Gillett’s S.O.S. boys also presented a check in the amount of $1000 to the Gillett Community Assistance Fund; Board member Pastor Chad Philipp accepted it. Pictured with Phillip (left to right): Hunter Ellenburg, Ashton Wood, Josh Haynes, Garrett Lowe, Ethan Holzhauer, leader Steven Ringo, Ben Hackney, Jack Hackney, Keegan Atkins, Jase Ringo, Logan Menard and Bradley Haynes. PHOTO 3:
Call Misty Cox at (870) 673-1657 for more information No Make-up Days!! Must attend class everyday!! Job offer at Crestpark of Stuttgart or DeWitt upon completion of training.
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LOCAL NEWS PCC Foundation Host 5th Annual Mardi Gras Ball
Acres of Help, Inc., Holds Charity Fund Raiser By Rick Long
ABOVE - Left to right: Auction Committee members discuss list of items. Warren Jennings Sr., Dean Watts, Ron Hestir, standing Rick Duffield and PCCF Development Officer Diana Graves. BELOW, LEFT - Left to right: Special Events Committee members discuss decorations Pat Lumsden, Belvia Rodgers, Donna Vittitow, Ann Fly, and PCCF Development Officer Diana Graves. Not pictured: Mary Jennings and Jan Miller. BELOW, RIGHT - Left to right: Patron Committee members discuss current Patron Drive Dean Watts, PCCF Development Officer Diana Graves, Tom Jacobs, David Jessup, and Eddie Lumsden.
PCC is preparing for their 5th Annual Mardi Gras Ball. The ball is set for February 9, from 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The following is a general explanation of the fun and excitement guests can expect for the night. Guests will be greeted with beads at the door and enter the event thru the Grand Entrance. Chef Brian Hargis of Five Oaks Catering will provide heavy hors d’oeures in the Mardi Gras Room. Business Instructor Tracie Karkur of PCCUA DeWitt Campus will serve as the campus caterer for the Wine and Cheese Room. A live band out of Little Rock, Midnight Parade with lead singer Dona Rankin, will perform for the dance floor. Jazz Combo from UAM, who has received national recognition, recently, will play in the heavy hors d’oeures room. Darla Grantham will entertain on the piano. 50+ Silent Auction items will be on display
throughout the building, and a new live auction has been added this year too. There will be activities to engage all guests. These activities will range from the popular “Diamond Dig” where guests actually dig in a pool of sand with a wooden spoon for a diamond donated by Sissy’s Log Cabin and valued over $1,000, the card draw from the Queen of Hearts, High Roller Dice, a photo booth operated by Owens Photography, to talented fortune tellers. The Mardi Gras Ball is the largest fundraiser to benefit student scholarships and the campus. All proceeds stay in the DeWitt Campus Foundation account for scholarships and campus enhancements. There will be lots of good food, good music, and many fun activities all for a great cause!
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Acres of Help, Inc., a new fund raising nonprofit organization started by several south Arkansas County farmers and businessmen, held its first annual fund raising event at the DeWitt Community Center on Saturday evening, February 2nd. An estimated crowd of 200 attended the dinner and auction. The initial idea to start Acres of Help came from local farmer Thayn Morton. He was motivated by a line of people in front of the Caring and Sharing Food Pantry. “I didn’t know what the people were there for and I asked someone who told me that they were waiting to receive food.” While harvesting corn, the idea came to Morton to begin an effort to raise money for area charities. He enlisted the help of several other farmers and businessmen in November of 2012 and Acres of Help was quickly founded. Adopting the slogan, “Making a Difference Every Day,” the organization has identified eight charities to support: The Christian Charitable Clinic, Men’s Ministerial Alliance, CASA, Dana’s House, Caring and Sharing Food Pantry, the Food Pantry in Gillett, and the Backpack Programs for Gillett and DeWitt school children. Representatives from each of these organizations were present and gave a short presentation about their work in the county. In many cases, tears flowed from the podium and from the audience as the stories of how these agencies are helping families were told. Local farm-related businesses donated items for the auction that included crop dusting, pallets of seed, farm chemicals, and other farm-related products and services. One item for the women present at the auction was a diamond bracelet. Doug Stovesand donated his talents as the auctioneer for the event. With only word of mouth advertising, the initial fundraiser was a surprising success. The auction items were sold quickly and brought substantial donations. The evening brought in just over $100,000 which will be distributed to the designated charities. Acres of Help is asking area farmers to consider donating the equivalent of one acre of income. Since there are many residents of our county who live in a situation of need, the donation of one acre truly helps meet the goal of “Making a Difference Every Day.” All donations are tax deductible since Acres of Help, Inc., is a non-profit corporation with a 501(c) IRS designation. Funds can be mailed to Acres of Help, Inc., P.O. Box 696, DeWitt, AR 721042-0696.
Maquire EHC Holds Meeting The Maguire EHC met at The Willows Restaurant on January 10, 2013. The Thought of the Month was read by Sevella Parker: A healthy meal starts with more vegetables and fruits, and smaller portions of protein and grains. Think about how you can adjust the portions on your plate to get more of what you need without too many calories. And don’t forget dairy, make it the beverage of your meal or add fatfree or low-fat dairy products to your plate. Using heavy gravies or sauces will add fat and calories to otherwise healthy choices. For example, steamed broccoli is great, but avoid topping it with cheese sauce. Try other option like a sprinkling of low-fat Parmesan cheese or a squeeze of lemon. The meeting was called to order by President Eleanor Bullock followed by the inspiration given by Linda Goodwin entitled “A Lasting Impression” written by Annette Kirby. The scripture verse came from II Corinthians 2:14. The program, A Healthy Breakfast Fuels the Body, was presented by Mary Ruth Dupslaff. With the information she gave to us, it was still confirmed that everyone needs to start their day with a good breakfast. Roll call was answered by “Did you eat breakfast this morning?” The minutes were read and approved by all members present. The treasurer’s report was not given due to the absence of Patsy Coose. The ladies then discussed old and new business including drawing for Secret Pals for the coming year. During the social hour, Bettye Jane Knoll showed two quilt tops she had made for the Lutheran Guild in Gillett. The members then ordered dinner from the menu. Sevella Parker served a delicious Rum Cake for dessert. The guest was Mrs. Marilyn Rice from Granite City, IL. Pansy Campbell will serve as hostess for February.
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Thursday, February 7, 2013 DeWitt Era-Enterprise • dewitt-ee.com
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DeWitt Middle School Awards
8th grade Honor Roll –Top row: Jillian Anderson, James Gilcrease, Adam Hill, Bailey Jones and Kyla Patterson. Bottom row: Allie Roush, Beth Ann Shadwick, Landon Turner and Leighton Wilson.
7th grade Merit List – Row 1: Abbey Baker, Ana Barajas, Presley Bell, Jacob Boyd, Jack Brown and Zhasmene Clark. Row 2: Jorge Chavez, Kaylee Childers, Alissia Dabner, Adrianna Davis, Taylor Dillion, Lane Eldridge, Dalton Frost, Megan Grammer and Corbin Haskins. Row 3: Christian Hatcher, Paige Ikner, Spencer McCarty, Kamren McNealey, Austin Mitchell, Savannah Patterson, Mikayla Pruner and Casey Sieber. Row 4: Kayla Smith, Alex Sullivan, Austin Sullivan, Jordan Thomason, Kara Ward and McKensy Cum-
8th Merit List – Top row: Layne Ballew, Alex Bay, Hannah Bishop, Zakayla Black, and Chris Burns. Row 2: Anna Clawson, Ryan Coit, Garrett Cummings, Travis Ellenburg and Kiauna Esquivell. Row 3: Dylan Erwin, Will Griffie, Josh Huffman, Austin Kimbrell, Hannah Konecny, Wyatt Luebke and Jotera McShane. Row 4: Kylee Milliken, Hunter Oswalt, Katlyn Perry, Eric Vargas, Jesus Vargas and Jonathon Weaver.
8th Grade All As– (Left to right) Lexi Brown, Carlee Cox, Patricia Kinley, Emiley O’Dell, Noah Ward, Logan Watts, and Jacob Wells.
7th grade Honor Roll – Top row: Spencer Alter, Dallas Bright, Destiny Brown, Max Boyd and Taylor Gilcrease. Row 2: Peyton Gasaway, Amy Hudson, Tammy Hudson, Gauge Lane, Taylor Mannis and Lance Morehead. Row 3: Madison Price, Cole Hardwick,Sara Thompson, Lauren Vansandt, Camden Westfall and Rebekah Wright.
7th graders All As –Top row: Lauren Kemp, Taylor Koen, Alyssa Pfaffenberger, and Kayla Poor. Next row: Karli Rieves, Darius Sloate, Carly Watkins, and Braden Wilson.
Empowering Women 4th Annual Rose Ball Saturday, February 9, 2013 at 6:00 p.m.
6th grade Honor Roll – Top row: Molly Anderson, Madelyn Beaty, Laiken Brickey, Harley Bishop, Caleb Burns, Nicholas Dawes, Mika Dondanville, Zoe Gasaway, and Kasey Golleher. Row 2: Tucker Hackett, Jack Hackney, Anthony Huddlestun, Garrett Lowe, Jordan Menard, Jake Mitchell, Destiny Oswalt, Colby Turner and Morgan West. Not present for picture: Braylynn Bess.
6th Grade All A’s - Carla Jimenez, Candice Kelley, Matthew Johnson, Shazieya Johnson, Rachel Mannis, Jake McElroy, Michael McKinzie, Michael Perry II, Caleb Ransom and Tripp Rodgers. Row 3: Gunnar Rounsaville, Jordan Sloate, Denice Vargas, Brody Vaughan, Abigail Whittaker, River Williams, Kody Wright and Jenna Wood.
Musical Guests and Dinner will be served Tickets are $10.00 DeWitt Community Center DeWitt, AR For more information, contact Glenda Jackson 870-509-1620.
Club Brittney (Formerly CJ's Bar & Grill)
DJ Music – bySteve Keistler Saturday, Feb. 9
9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Members & Guests Only $3.00 Cover Charge
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