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TIMES Our

M A G A Z I N E Lawrence County, Arkansas

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Inside: Local Rescue Focuses on Felines Also in this issue: FNB Marks 100 Years Top Grads Recognized

NBA Player Gives Back Twins Enjoy Venture

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Meow

Rescue helps the feline community

Giving Back

Retired NBA player works with local kids

Honored

Chamber recognizes top graduates

Twins Lodge

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Vroom! Vroom! Community enjoys touch-a-truck event

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M A G A Z I N E Spring 2019 Year 1 • No. 2

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Our Times Magazine staff: Nathan Hibbard, Renee Bland, Tammy Whitehead

870-886-2464 • 225 W. Main St., Walnut Ridge, Arkansas • P. O. Box 389, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 Our Times Magazine is a publication of The Times Dispatch in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, and is published on a quarterly basis. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission of the publisher. We welcome suggestions for future stories, submissions for our upcoming events and nominations for our Local Flavor feature. On the cover: Julie Hammond and Cara Romanowskyj operate Whiskers 316, a cat rescue focusing on the Walnut Ridge and Hoxie area. Photo by: Rich Romanowskyj.

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Featured Stories

Perhaps the theme for this issue of Our Times Magazine could be “Living up to our Potential.” Not only are the county’s top graduate’s featured, but we also highlight Bernard Thompson, who has focused his days following his professional basketball career on helping youth better themselves on and off the court. In addition, we see communities, like Black Rock, pulling together to reach new potential through events like their Touch-A-Truck event featured in this issue, as well as the Market on Main events that are noted in our Upcoming Events. Also highlighted are successful 5K events hosted by the ATOD Coalition and the Social Band Association of Free Will Baptists, the 100th anniversary of First National Bank and the Lawrence County Rotary Club’s Sports Hall of Fame Banquet. $60 Add to that the successful venture of sisters Debbie Savage and Tammie Gill in the establishment of Twins Lodge in Powhatan and the work of Whiskers 316 to help the county’s feline friends and it is obvious that Lawrence Countians have plenty of which to be proud. We also celebrate that concept within our staff with the Contact publication of our second issue of Our Times. We quickly Brandy Graham at The Hair Trend realized that we had much potential in our staff, as well, who to schedule a lash lift & tint. have pulled together to publish what I believe is a top-notch publication. I hope you enjoy this issue and perhaps might also find some inspiration to find some new potential to reach for in The Hair Trend is located at your life. 708 SW Front Street in Walnut Ridge Gretchen Hunt, Editor

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Purr-fect Pair By Megan Heyl

ulie Hammond and Cara Romanowskyj never set out to open a cat rescue. They were just two animal lovers who started trying to do what they could to help the many strays they saw. “It’s sad to drive around and see lots of cats,” Cara said. “You can tell they are starving.” Efforts began between the two to do their part in helping save and control the cat population in the area, and now they are in their fourth year of running Whiskers 316. During that time Cara and Julie have helped over 400 cats. “It’s a pretty good life,” Julie said. “It’s not a business. It’s a labor of love.”

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The Shelter

Julie and Cara have a small kitten room set up to foster kittens and cats they are working with to get ready for adoption. New felines receive treatment before being introduced to the shelter, where they have room to roam and play and socialize with other cats and people. Cara and Julie work with the cats personally to make sure they are very social and comfortable with people when they are ready to adopt. With the goal of goodbye always in mind, Whiskers 316 works to get the cats ready to adopt as soon as possible. No cat leaves the shelter without being spayed or neutered.

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The Mission

Whiskers 316 has worked with orphans, various feline diseases and cats with injuries. They are equipped to work with neonatal kittens, including round-the-clock care, bottle-feeding and necessary stimulation the mother cat would normally provide. In their continued efforts to help control the cat population, the two also perform TNRs (Trap-Neuter-Return) on feral cats. The process involves taking strays to get fixed and then releasing them back where they were picked up. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, TNR has been shown to be the least costly and the most humane, efficient way of stabilizing community cat populations. For Julie and Cara, the cat population is something they constantly monitor as they continue to work with kittens that result from the over population. Due to limited space and resources, Whiskers 316 can only help so many kittens. “It’s painful not to be able to take them all in,” Cara said. More painful still are the ones who don’t make it due to malnourishment, disease or exposure. A recent post on the Whiskers 316 Facebook page told the story of one such kitten named Wally who was lost to feline infectious anemia. “Please SPAY AND NEUTER your pets so we can stop this sadness or at least slow it down,” the post stated.

“It’s a pretty good life. It’s not a business. It’s a labor of love.”

- Julie Hammond

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The Community

Cara and Julie both agreed that fixing your cats is the best way the community can help with the cat population and support Whiskers 316 efforts. They advised that the NEA Humane Society offers low cost spays and neuters. Additionally they said if you see an animal in need, act first. Then contact them, and they will help any way they can. They can also provide information and advice to people who want to help some of the cats in their area. “It’s a community effort,” Cara said. The ladies said they could not keep Whiskers 316 going without the support of the community, the donations from animal lovers and the patience of their husbands. “We love Walnut Ridge and Hoxie and we want it to be a nice place,” Julie said. “We saw a need, and we’re trying to help.”

Ways to Support Whiskers 316

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The museum recently celebrated its 20th Birthday. Your membership will help preserve the museum for future generation

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The Rotary Club of Lawrence County hosted its third annual Lawrence County Sports Hall of Fame Banquet on the evening of April 27 at Williams Baptist University. Steve Cox of Jonesboro, former Razorback and NFL kicker, was the keynote speaker. Dan Mullen, Rotarian, was master of ceremonies. The two first met in 1967 while competing in Punt, Pass and Kick during a New Orleans Saints football game in New Orleans. Inductees were: the late Johnny Sain, major league baseball pitcher and coach; the late Herschel Bryant, longtime Black Rock School basketball coach; the 2002 Hoxie Lady Mustang Softball State Champions, with Judy Goodwin, head coach, and Matt Scarbrough, assistant coach; Carol Halford, WBU womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball coach for 33 years; and Sam Hilburn, standout football player for the WRHS Bobcats and Arkansas Razorbacks. Randy Sain of Walnut Ridge accepted the award for his father, Johnny Sain, while Marsha Bryant Raney of Mountain View accepted the award for her father, Herschel Bryant.

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Charles Clark (right) with Alison Johnson

Emily Davis (right) with Toni Gonzales

Good exercise for a good cause brought out walkers and runners, young and old, for the Run Like a Boss 5K race held May 4 at Stewart Park. Lawrence County’s ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs) Coalition hosted the event. Emily Davis, age 17, of Hoxie was

the overall race winner with a time of 24:39. Donald Cavenaugh, age 67, of Walnut Ridge came in second overall and was overall male winner with a time of 25:27, while Elizabeth Collins, age 36, of Walnut Ridge came in third overall with a time of 26:05. Charles Clark of Imboden, age 87, was the oldest participant in the 5K. Alison Johnson of ATOD said participants and sponsors raised $5,500 to aid in the coalition’s effort to prevent drug abuse.

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Local Flavor

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The kitchen of my childhood home was always filled with the aroma of something fabulous cooking. My mother served delicious meals that were truly enjoyed by many family members and friends. Her famous blackberry cobbler was by far my dad’s (Tee Riggs) favorite dessert. In my own

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eggs in the microwave.” Our threeyear-old grandson, Brison, standing on a stool beside me, loves helping his Nonna cook eggs. I am sharing with you my favorite “go to” recipe that is always a crowd pleaser. This Mexican lasagna is simple to make and so yummy!

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Lifting up

Thompson encourages today’s youth to aim high

or retired NBA player Bernard Thompson, working with kids has become a way of life. A first-round draft pick for the Portland Trail Blazers in 1984, he also played for the Phoenix Suns and Houston Rockets, as well as playing four seasons in the Continental Basketball Association. He continued his career overseas, playing professional basketball in Germany, Chile, Japan, The Philippines and Israel, as well as serving as head coach and team consultant for the professional basketball team in Trier, Germany. Bernard began working with youth in Phoenix, and when he and his wife, Michelle, moved to Ravenden to help care for her father, she said he fell right back into it. “People started asking him to do lessons,” she said. Bernard started looking for a gym to use and found out about the Black

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By Gretchen Hunt

Rock Gymnasium, which he not only rents, but also volunteers at during open gyms and by helping with cleanup projects. He began substitute teaching in local schools, and now offers summer basketball camps, does private lessons and continues his work with the Junior NBA. Michelle said he really just enjoys spending time with the kids. “He goes to their games,” she said. “He spends a lot of personal time with the kids because he truly cares.” The Fresno State Hall of Fame member has also spoken to students at Hoxie, Walnut Ridge, SloanHendrix, Pocahontas and Maynard Schools. “I feel that it is important to give back to our younger generation and share with them the knowledge and experience I have from playing at the professional level,” Bernard said. “What is learned is not only useful in sports, but in all aspects of life.”

What has been the biggest highlight of your career? The biggest highlight would be making it to the high levels of playing basketball in the NBA, which allowed me to play the sport that I love for 17 years. How did your career help shape who you are? It helped shape me in all aspects of my life. It helped me be more disciplined; more committed and have a real sense of purpose. It gave me the drive to set goals and do the hard work needed to achieve them. “Do everything with a drive to excel for excellence.” It also gave me the opportunity to help others in need. It taught me to appreciate everything that I have; there are no guarantees for tomorrow.

Why is it so important to you to work with kids today? I enjoy working with kids and hope that I can in some way have a positive impact on their goals and their future. So many kids today are not getting coached in the fundamentals of basketball; it makes it hard to watch sometimes. I truly believe kids become better players when they have the fundamentals and a solid foundation to build on. You have a stronger, much better game, when kids can dribble, pass and shoot correctly.

Q&A

How has the transition to living in LawCo. been? It has been very nice. The pace is a bit slower than what I was used to in Arizona, but I like it. The people have been very nice and friendly. We really enjoy living here.

What is your favorite part about working with kids? When you start seeing the kids believe more in themselves. I tell kids all the time, “It’s up to you, if you want to make it farther, in whatever you choose to do.” It takes hard work, planning, goal setting, dedication and being disciplined.

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Bernard Thompson’s Foundation Basketball Camps, have been scheduled for this summer at the Black Rock Gymnasium. Cost for the weeklong camps, which run from 8 a.m. to noon is $80 per child. June 3-7 is for girls and boys entering fifth and sixth grades (registration deadline is June 1).

June 10-14 is for girls and boys entering seventh and eighth grades (registration deadline is June 8). Forms can be picked up at Renee’s Diner or Carey’s Grocery Store in Black Rock, Storage in a Snapp in Walnut Ridge or Rocking Y Feed in Ravenden. For more information, check Bernard L. Thompson’s Facebook page or call 602-317-7033. Spring 2 0 1 9

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100 YEARS

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FNB celebrates 100th anniversary

Jackie Tribble Shaw, retired FNB officer, with Paula Haskins

Milton Smith with son, Cooper Smith

irst National Bank celebrated its 100th anniversary during the month of March. On March 14, the bank, in conjunction with the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce, hosted a Business After Hours reception. During the event, Lesa Walter, executive director of the Chamber, presented a plaque to Milton Smith, FNB president, to commemorate the milestone. Attendees enjoyed viewing a display of the bank’s old photos, a catered buffet by Mel Fender’s Chicken Shack Produce and cake. The bank also had a table of 100th anniversary caps and other items to give away. First National Bank, which now serves Lawrence, Randolph and Craighead counties, was chartered on March 10, 1919, in Black Rock.

Katherine Holt of Jonesboro (from left), Milton Smith and Gloria Thompson of Jonesboro visit at FNB’s 100-year celebration. Katherine and Gloria’s father, the late Roy Thomas, was a former bank officer. Spring 2 0 1 9

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The county’s valedictorians and salutatorians were honored by the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce on May 2 at Lawrence Health Service’s Ralph Joseph Education Building in Walnut Ridge. The featured speaker was Jason Smith, vice president of enrollment management at Black River Technical College.

Chamber honors top graduates Photos by Gretchen Hunt

Walnut Ridge salutatorian Graham West enjoys the reception with his parents, Alan and Kristen West.

Hoxie co-valedictorian Sydney Gillham poses for a photo with her parents Kelly and Chad Gillham.

Sloan-Hendrix’s top honors went to (from left) Jenna Smith, salutatorian; and Maddyson Lamb, Hannah Walton-Williams and Emily Luffman, co-valedictorians.

Unable to attend were (from left) Hillcrest valedictorian Paige Penn, Hillcrest salutatorian Mollie Morgan and Hoxie co-valedictorian MacKenzie Orrick.

Sloan-Hendrix co-valedictorian Emily Luffman visits with Chamber Board Member Junior Briner.

Representing WRHS are Principal Jacob Kersey (from left), Graham West, salutatorian; Garrett Gunn, valedictorian; and Counselor Debbie Findley.

Hoxie’s top grads in attendance are (from left) Sydney Gillham, co-valedictorian; Chandler Spradlin, salutatorian; and Hailey Needham, co-valedictorian. Spring 2 0 1 9

Southern Charm T

wins Lodge, located at 3333 Highway 25, at Powhatan, is nearing its one-year anniversary, having opened in July of 2018. Aptly named, the beautiful 4,000-square-foot farmhouse, which was originally built by Earl and Doris Highfield approximately eight years ago, has been updated and furnished by twins Tammie Gill of Powhatan and Debbie Savage of Woodland Park, Colo. “I had been wanting to do a rental home, but was looking in Colorado,” Debbie said. “Then this popped up.”

She said when the house became available they decided to convert it into an event center, as well as a rental property that people could use for a weekend or a week at a time. “When people would come in for reunions, weddings, funerals and such, there was no close place to stay,” Tammie said. Since opening, Twins Lodge has been reserved by many through VRBO (Vacation Rentals by Owner), including duck hunters, girls weekends and out-of-state relatives visiting local family.

The lodge has been the site for weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, holiday gatherings, family reunions and many other gatherings. A new upgrade coming soon will be high-speed internet through Craighead Electric’s Empower Internet. The spacious lodge can seat 50 for an event and sleeps 12 for overnight stays. One of the showpieces in the lodge is the expansive dining table, which was crafted by Ricky and Autie Wheeless of Walnut Ridge. The sisters said they put a fresh

Debbie Savage (left) and Tammie Gill operate Twins Lodge in Powhatan. The sisters, who opened the lodge in July of 2018, said it has been the site for everything from small weddings to family reunions and is also available for vacation rentals, duck hunters and those simply coming home to visit family.

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coat of paint on pretty much every surface, as well as making coat racks, building a fire pit, selecting all the furnishings, as well as assembling much of the furniture. “We have learned a lot,” said Debbie, who has spent approximately 10 days of every month in Powhatan since they began the project. “It’s been a lot of work, but it’s been fun.” Tammie agreed, saying the lodge has provided them a way to get to spend time together. “The fact that we get to do it together … that’s a plus,” Tammie said.

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This 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 3-car garage home is approx. 2,186 sqft and sits on an approx. lot size 93’ x 135’. Oversized vaulted great room, formal dining and breakfast area, stainless appliances. Wood/ carpet/tile flooring, double vanity, jetted tub, large walk-in shower. Patio w fenced back yard.

$208,500

Beautiful home with stunning landscape. Approx. 2,344 sqft home. 4 bedroom, 2.5 baths, hardwood/ tile throughout. Features granite counter tops, vaulted living room, gas log fireplace and covered back porch w fenced back yard.

$229,500

CHRISTINE MELTON

State Licensed Realtor Cell 870.679.9250 Office 870.239.2700 cemelton95@gmail.com “I’m here to help you with your home needs.”

2606 Suntree, Paragould 4 bedrooms • 3 baths • Approx: 3,645 sqft

1402 W. Court Street, Paragould, AR 72450 A l l O ff i c e s a r e I n d e p e n d e n t l y O w n e d a n d O p e r a t e d .

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Spacious home in a great location! Approx. 3,656 sqft home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Carpet/ ceramic tile flooring, bleached ash cabinets. Features central vacuum system, security system and sprinkler system.

$295,000

1201 S. 7th St, Paragould Three 2 bedrooms, 2 bath apartments Great investment property! Well maintained all brick triplex. Three 2 bedroom, 2 baths with tile/carpet flooring. Each unit has one car attached garage and includes range, dishwasher, microwave, fridge. Shown by appointment only!

$240,000

Keep your children safe from highly-abused drugs, as well as your children’s friends who visit your home, by locking up your medications.

If y o u a r e i n n e e d of l e g a l a s s i s t a n c e c a l l Atto r n e y Na n c y Ha l l . Open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (lunch from 12-1) & Fridays 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• Domestic Relationships • Guardianships • Adoptions • Personal Injur y • • Divorce - Custody Support • Wills, Trusts, Estates • Deeds and Contracts •

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Supporting FWB missions

Amy and Chelsea Fitzgerald

Runners and walkers gathered at Stewart Park on April 13 to participate in the Leo Martin World Missions 5K Run & Walk. The Social Band Association of Free Will Baptists sponsored the event. Terry Spradlin, served as race director, and said the event raised $7,200, thanks to the support of sponsors and participants. Tyler Bailey, age 16, of Walnut Ridge was the overall winner of the race with a time of 23:36. Callye Green, age 30, of Jonesboro was the overall female winner with a time of 24:27.

Darenda Kersey won her division of the 5K.

Stephanie Greer

This event made possible by

Mike Pinkston rode ahead of runners along the 5K course, while his daughter, Mya, followed behind them.

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Tyler Bailey (right), overall winner, with Toby Spradlin

The Social Band Association of Free Will Baptists • Pratt’s Auto Salvage & Sales • Mosley Auto Parts • Ashlock Tire Inc. • The Hair Trend • Cook’s Wrecker Service • First Free Will Baptist Church • Cavenaugh Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep of Walnut Ridge • AET Ambulance Service • Humes Heating & Air • First National Bank of Walnut Ridge, Hoxie, Imboden, Pocahontas, Bono • Aquatic Masters Pools & Spas of Walnut Ridge • McDowell Machine Works of Pocahontas • Hydro Guard of Black Rock • Ryan Real Estate • La Casita Grill • Gateway Animal Clinic • Hyde’s Termite & Pest Control • Tim Campbell • Barton’s Lumber Company • Farm Air Flying Service • Adam Staples State Farm • Sexton Pharmacy • John Summers Painting • Charles Petty - Farm Bureau Agent • Carpet World • Heritage Agriculture • Bryan Funeral Home • Brad’s Body Shop • Downing’s Tax Service • Carter Irrigation • Art & Culture/The Dark Side • Flowers Nursery & Gifts • Adriana’s Mexican Grill • Ward’s Body Shop • Harold & Carolyn Willett • Tedder Equipment of Bono • Crockett Concrete • Farm Service, Inc.

SHIELDS HOME MEDICAL A local family-owned and operated business Medicaid/Medicare Accepted. Most Insurance Accepted. Partnered with the new Arkansas PASSE Program.

Let your doctor know to refer us! • Braces • Diabetic Supplies • Furniture • Rehabilitation • • Incontinence • Mobility • Nutritional • Ostomy/Trach • • Respiratory • Wound Care • Urological • Special Orders •

Hometown Quality Service From Your Neighbors

Authorized Dealer of Dr. Ho’s Products Treating Your Family As Family

Shields Home Medical Equipment & Supplies’ mission is to provide customers with the highest quality of home medical equipment and services through dedication and caring. We strive to achieve excellent patient satisfaction and a higher quality of life for our customers. Established in 1994, we serve Lawrence, Randolph, Craighead and the surrounding counties. Shields Home Medical Equipment is a second generation local family-owned and operated business supplying durable home medical equipment.

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We specialize in pizza, spaghetti, poboy sandwiches, fish and chicken dinners, salads, cheesesticks, fried and butchered potato chips and desserts! Dine In • Pick Up • Delivery

TOUC Jeremiah Sloan of Portia and daughter, Everest

Tasha Weeks of Powhatan and daughter, Wilhelmina “Willa”

870-886-7752

513 North West Texas • Hoxie Open Daily 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Jaxon Davis of Powhatan

CH-A-TRUCK Grant Cagle of Walnut Ridge

Curtis Meeks of Black Rock

Black Rock Main Street hosted a Touch-A-Truck event on April 6 with approximately 15 vehicles available for exploring. Children and adults got an up close and personal look at a medical helicopter, tractor, fire and police vehicles, wrecker, rescue boat, utility bucket truck and more. Organizers estimated over 250 people attended, with plans already underway to make it an annual event.

Photos courtesy of Mallory Smothers Photography

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Find your new best friend at

Fluffy

Led Zeplin

Blackie

Clyde

Newt

Sassafras

Adoption Fees Vary

Donations Welcome! Including supplies and dog food. Other services: Dog Bathing, $10; nail clipping available for extra fee.

Online Banking

24-HR SERVICE

886-7506 • 886-9821 870-273-8455

Have access anywhere with online and mobile banking now featuring iPay Solutions™.

Posey Patch Florist & Gifts

870.886.6000

208 West Main Street • Walnut Ridge

4 Holloway Rd. • Walnut Ridge Monday - Friday • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • (870) 809-1694

Jumpstart Animal Shelter is a 501(c)3 non-profit

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UPCOMING

EVENTS MAY EVENTS Walnut Ridge Youth Fishing Derby

8 a.m. • May 18 Stewart Park Prizes will be awarded in four age divisions ranging from three to 15. Final weigh-in is at 11 a.m.

Portia Picnic

May 23-25 Portia City Park The annual event includes a carnival, baby show, pageants and vendors. Admission is free. Armbands are $15 in advance at Portia City Hall and $20 at the gate.

Clover Bend School Reunion

May 24-25 Clover Bend Historic Site The annual reunion will include a beans and cornbread supper and auction Friday night and a recognition ceremony, lunch and live entertainment on Saturday.

JUNE EVENTS Market on Main

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. • June 1 Downtown Black Rock Outdoor market featuring produce, artisan and rummage vendor booths. Free admission for consumers, vendor fees apply. Contact market manager Trisha Meeks at 870-637-3668 for more information.

Air Field Reunion

June 7-8 Wings of Honor Museum The 21st annual WWII Walnut Ridge Army Air Field Reunion will include a meet and greet and dinner on Friday and breakfast, safety meeting and poker chip flight for pilots on Saturday, as well as a fish fry and live music Saturday afternoon. The museum will be open both days.

Strawberry Fireworks, Music and Car Show

5 p.m. • June 29 Hillcrest Ball Field Hosted by the Strawberry Volunteer Fire Department the car show (with a $20 entry fee) will be at the Hillcrest Junior High parking lot. Live enter-

tainment, food and fireworks will be at the ball field followed by the fireworks show. Admission is free.

JULY EVENTS Black Rock Fireworks Show

July 4 • 8 p.m. Downtown Black Rock Hosted by Black Rock Main Street. Admission is free.

Walnut Ridge Fireworks Display

July 4 Stewart Park Fireworks show will begin at dark. Admission is free.

Market on Main

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. • July 6 Downtown Black Rock Outdoor market featuring produce, artisan and rummage vendor booths. Free admission for consumers, vendor fees apply. Contact market manager Trisha Meeks at 870-637-3668 for more information.

AUGUST EVENTS Market on Main

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Aug. 3 Downtown Black Rock Outdoor market featuring produce, artisan and rummage vendor booths. Free admission for consumers, vendor fees apply. Contact market manager Trisha Meeks at 870-637-3668 for more information.

Lawrence County Fair

Aug. 9-17 Lawrence County Fairgrounds Pageants will be Aug. 9-10 and the fair will be Aug. 12-17. Spring 2 0 1 9

Flavor & Quality That

formerly Batesville Stockyard of Charlotte, Inc.

Under new Ownership!

There will be many exciting changes and we are committed to providing a livestock market that focuses on integrity, honesty & service. As fellow cattlemen, we understand that every penny counts

so we have reduced

Make the Cut Known for our delicious fried fish and steak dinners

our commission rate down to 3%.

New Sale Day

Thursday at 1 p.m.

New Owners - Bart Hayes, Ryan Hayes, Eric Mohlke

Barn 870.799.8661 | Eric 870.613.2508 Located at 7750 White Drive, Cord, AR 72524

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse

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Healthcare For The Entire Family

Preventative, acute and chronic care treatment for infants, children, adults and elderly.

Corning - 1300 Creason Road | 870.857.3399 Pocahontas - 141 Betty Drive | 870.892.9949 Walnut Ridge - 201 Colonial Drive | 870.886.5507

Ash Flat - 308 Highway 62 W | 870.994.2202 Paragould - #1 Medical Drive | 870.236.2000 Salem - 172 Highway 62 W | 870.895.2735

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, AR Kids, most insurance and self-pay patients Vi sit u s online at w w w.1stchoice-ar.org

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Serving NEA and SE Missouri since 1979.

SQUARE POST BUILDINGS OF ARKANSAS, INC.

Steel and Wood Framed Buildings

• Residential • Farm • Commercial • Warehouse • Mini Storage • • Aviation • Church/Family Life Center •

99 Southwest Tedder Drive, Hoxie | 870.886.6648 info@SquarePostBuildings.com | www.squarepostbuildings.com • Licensed • Bonded • Insured • Spring 2 0 1 9

Let us help with your finances so you can focus on whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important. Proudly serving Lawrence, Randolph and Craighead Counties