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“A F REE P RESS AND A F REE P EOPLE - A N U NBEATABLE T EAM ” D ES A RC , A RKANSAS (C OUNTY S EAT ) P RAIRIE C OUNTY
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Quorum Court approves new telephone/internet service for Des Arc and DVB courthouses
ACTIVITIES CALENDAR SAT., JULY 16, 8:00 AM Pride of the Prairie Football Camp Hinson-Rollins Field MON., JULY 18 & 19 Plea Day Hearings Des Arc and DeValls Bluff TUES., JULY 19, 6 PM Master Gardeners BancorpSouth Bank In Hazen TUES., JULY 19, 7 PM City Council Meets Administration Bldg. THURS., JULY 21, 6:00 PM Steamboat Days Membership Drive T.J.’s Kountry Kitchen $5.00 Membership Fee WED., JULY 20, 8AM-3PM Seniors Register Also Senior Pictures SAT., JULY 23, 6:30 PM Gospel Singing Judson Memorial Northside Community MON, JULY 25, 7 PM Des Arc School Board Superintendent’s Office SAT., JULY 30, 5-8 PM Class of 1996 20-year Reunion Dondies Banquet Room SAT., AUG. 13, 6PM DAHS Class of 2001 Reunion at Dondies Banquet Room
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Anna Arnold, 88, Searcy Brandon Barron, 45, Stuttgart Donnie Clark, 54, Brinkley William Cook, 72, Searcy Fred Duke, 91, Beebe Dale Ellenberg, 85, Searcy Jerry Fitch, 78, Beebe Gertrude Hickman, Brinkley Clora Pendergrass, 96, Biscoe Emily Ray, 20, Beebe Frances Reynolds,89,Griffithville Betty Rippy, 63, Searcy Barbara Wells, 70, Kensett
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Julie Benafield, Chief of Staff for Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge’s office, standing back center, was special guest speaker at the Prairie County Republican Party meeting held at the Hurley House Cafe in Hazen on Monday evening, July 11. Benafield explained the amendments that will be on the ballot in the November 8 General Election. Benafield is native of Hazen.
No new filers for county’s school boards Municipal Filing News As the filing period for the September school board election ended July 12, there were no new names filed, according to the county clerk’s office in Des Arc. Two filers for re-election to the Des Arc School Board were Johnny Reidhar, at-large position, and Billy Hinson, Zone 4. These were the only expiring terms on the board. Filing for re-election on the Hazen School Board were Vickie Skarda, Zone 2, and Freddie Rogers, Zone 4. According to Deputy Clerk Janell Taylor, the filing period for municipal
office will begin at noon on Friday, July 29, and end at noon on August 19. “Those seeking a position may pick up a petition at the Prairie County Clerk's Office in Des Arc or call at 870-2564434 to request a petition,” Taylor advised. Deputy Taylor also provided a map showing location of the three city wards in DeValls Bluff. The map with a brief description of the three wards is printed on Page 12 in this issue of the White River Journal. “This will be the first year candidates will file by wards in the City of DeValls Bluff,” said Deputy Taylor.
Recognizing Dr. James Cohen in July 4 parade in Alameda, CA for his 53 years of service. His wife, the former Pamela (Pam) Rhodes is the granddaughter of the late Linnie Booe (C. A.) Walls and the niece of the late Effie (Roy) Wirthlin, Claudia (Elmer) Berry, Charles J. and James Walls, all of Des Arc. (Both Pam and Jim were passengers in the convertible - Jim in front, Pam in back)
Treasurer Judy Burnett explains new telephone / internet replacement to Quorum Court (4 of 9 JP’s in view from left: Bobby Willeford, Dennis Tipton, Eddie Ciganak and Mary Sue Roe) Judge Mike Skarda began the regular July Quorum Court meeting Tuesday night, July 12, by telling members that he, Billy Don Johnson and Sandra Patterson had met with Congressional and Corps of Engineer representatives earlier Tuesday about what could be done to increase the relief flow on the east side of White River at Des Arc to prevent the kind of flooding that damaged or destroyed over 200 homes in May 2011. “When the new White River Bridge was built in 1970 and the east approach to the bridge (Hwy 38 dump) was re-routed; the #relief bridges along the dump were reduced from 3 to only 1, thus becoming a major factor in the flood damage that ocurred in 2011. Flood water on the north side of the dump was backed up 2.5’ higher level than that on the south side.” About 40 minutes of the hour-long meeting was used by County Treasurer Judy Burnett to explain and answer questions re: a proposed new telephone and internet system for the two county courthouses at Des Arc and DeValls Bluff, as well as the courthouse Annex and Justice Bldg in Des Arc. Per Burnett, funds paid Prairie County by the State from real estate transfer taxes for the past 3 years, and dates received were: July 2014 ........... $ 16,920 July 2, ‘15 ........... $ 34,695 July 5, ‘16 ........... $ 80,706
With the “extra” $46,011 received this year, she has proposed utilizing a portion of it to upgrade the antiquated telephone (and internet) systems for both courthouses. A quotation of $13,000 had already been received last year to replace the telephone wiring, which is partially exposed on the exterior of the Des Arc Courthouse. Currently, it’s not possible to transfer calls within the courthouse, sound is staticky, and calls are continually lost. There have been recent conversations between CenturyLink and Treasurer Burnett regarding the complete rewiring of both courthouse telephone systems, new telephone equipment (including phones) and running fiber optic cable for faster internet service to both locations. The current CenturyLink monthly bill for combined telephone and internet service of approximately $3800 - $4000 would not be expected to increase by much - and in fact might be reduced. The Court unanimously approved proceeding with this project, authorizing the Treasurer to enter contract if total amount is below $20,000. Although the carrying of concealed weapons by Q.C. members, and possibly other county officials, was discussed again near the end of meeting, the subject was “tabled” until the August meeting.
Magnificent Crepe Myrtle Trees (Tallest in Des Arc - 12-15 trunks each) Located at 13th & Main, home of Chad and Cory Tallent
(See Tracking Chart, Pg 11) * Both Des Arc Routes 1 & 2 delivered Thursday, July 7 (WRJ notes Error here July 7)
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Conservative Opposition Endangers House GOP Gun Bill
(Guest Writer) Long-time Print and Broadcast Journalist
Conservative opposition put a House Republican gun and anti-terrorism bill in jeopardy Wednesday, last week even as Democrats pressed for election-year votes on their proposals to stiffen firearm curbs. In an embarrassing blow to House Speaker Paul Ryan, members of the conservative House Freedom Caucus said they would oppose the measure despite its similarity to a GOP bill in the Senate that's endorsed by the National Rifle Association. Caucus members complained that the House bill, which Ryan has been pushing, did not adequately protect the rights of gun owners. In a written statement, the Freedom Caucus, which claims about 40 House members, also faulted the measure for "failing to do enough to address the threat of radical Islamic terrorism." Without their support and with solid Democratic opposition, Republicans would lack the votes to move the bill ahead. Ryan, R-Wis., told reporters, "We're going to get it right and we're going to do it when we're ready." Conservative upheaval against Ryan has been less frequent and vitriolic than it was against his predecessor as speaker, John Boehner, R-Ohio, whose retirement was hastened by the conservatives. Even so, their opposition comes on an issue that's been catapulted back into prominence by last month's mass shooting in Orlando, Florida, and Ryan would like to demonstrate that the GOP can act. Underscoring the pressure on GOP leaders, a vote on the Republican measure would be a departure: Since the 2012 slaying of school children in Newtown, Connecticut, Republicans have not brought any legislation broadly restricting guns to the House floor. The party turmoil endangered a measure that has become a partisan battlefield over gun control and terrorism. Two weeks after staging a House floor sit-in to dramatize their demands, Democrats are pressing for votes on two amendments. One would broaden background checks for gun buyers, and the other would ban many firearms sales to suspected terrorists. Ryan has so far turned aside the Democrats' demands for votes.
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GAINESVILLE, Ga. -- She could not abide being referred to as a “mother-in-law.” Perhaps she’d heard too many jokes by too many now long-dead comedians, of the genre that appeared regularly on the Ed Sullivan Show. Naturally I honored her wishes: she would be introduced as “Amy’s mother.” Her two daughters-in-law would follow the same linguistic protocol, so she was “Mike’s mother” and “Chris’s mom.” You did not want to be on the bad side of the mother of Amy and Mike and Chris, though if perchance you found yourself there you knew you would not long remain there. She was not that kind of woman -- except when it came to Democrats, the Clintons, especially; I suspect Ted Cruz would have been her choice in this year’s Republican primaries, though she would have readily if discontentedly gone for Donald Trump over the dreaded Hillary. Born in northern Louisiana to parents from Crossett, she had not enjoyed a storybook childhood. Rather, she had endured her early years, rising above them. She married, cut short her own education as her husband pursued his, bore and nurtured three children and made a home for the five of them. Make that, homes -- plural, absolutely: more than two dozen moves over her husband’s working lifetime, four Air Force years and then graduate school and the para-military transfers of the U.S. Forest Service. From that seemingly perpetual cycle she learned how to pack for a move, oh did she, and twice in our marriage Amy and I summoned her back to Arkansas to lend a hand. Both times she amazed with her energy, her evident zest for the task. It was her husband’s work that brought her family back to Arkansas, to Russellville. He was instrumental in developing Blanchard Caverns and, eventually, I got a wife. Amy had remained behind to finish college when the government moved her parents and brothers to this (formerly) small town, now essentially an Atlanta suburb. There would be at least another three moves before my father-in-law (the term doesn’t rankle him) retired here, but the familial bonds did not suffer. By land or by air, by long-distance and surface mail and through cyber-space, the clan held together, inseparable. To be merely admitted would have been humbling; to be embraced was an honor. Honor: she took the word seriously, demanded it of others and especially of herself, even if others did not always agree on what was a matter of honor. It was less his politics than the dishonor she felt Bill Clinton had brought to public life that infuriated her, though his ideology would have done the job. So we were mystified, earlier this year, when we learned, and by accident, that she had been lying to us for 18 months. We had known she had battled a tumor a couple years earlier but surgery and a little chemo had done the trick, she assured us. See what those regular check-ups can mean? And last Christmas -- she seemed her usual Yuletide self, bustling about and hustling up one scrumptious meal after another, organizing the after-dinner games, making out the shopping lists; and, at 82, was still working! No, not in the home, or “just” in the home, but running the insurance office for a local orthodontist, as she had done for a score years, indispensable. The sequence of events, the chronology of the disclosures, is too complicated and doesn’t really matter, not now. Nor, it would seem, does it make much difference why she kept the truth to herself (to protect us? Or denial?) and the extent of the truth, evidently, even from her husband. But in mid-spring reality came roaring at us like a freight train: the cancer was not, not vanquished. Far from it: she was Stage 4 (she had been since last year), the tumors were in both lungs and the lymph and the liver, the clavicle and a hip and at two points on the spine. There was no longer any containing it, restraining it; and the chemo she had been receiving was doing more harm than good. Thus were we taking turns at her bedside, holding her hand, allowing the morphine to do its work. As it happened my sister-in-law, Kim, an advanced RN, and I were taking a shift that Sunday evening. Kim the clinician abruptly interrupted our whispered conversation. She had seen something I had not, could not, observe. “Tell them to come in here now. Right now,” she commanded. A dozen kin, husband and sons and daughter and their progeny, four generations, were gathered on the porch. The message of urgency conveyed, all rushed to the matriarch’s room. Only seconds remained, but each mattered. As she had mattered, much. My wife’s mother’s name was Jane. 424 mAin street p. O. BOx 1051 des Arc, ArkAnsAs 72040 Open: m-f 8:30 Am - 6:00 pm
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Clinton, Sanders unite to defeat Trump The long awaited Hillary ClintonBernie Sanders unification moment has finally arrived, Politico reports. One month after the last primary, the two Democratic competitors will finally stand together as a united team to campaign against presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump as Sanders formally endorses Clinton in the presidential race. The event happened Tuesday in New Hampshire, a state Sanders won by a decisive margin in the primary five months ago and launched his substantial, but in the end unsuccessful, challenge to Clinton. Defusing tensions between the two camps has been a major focus since
the primaries ended and has resulted in numerous meetings of representative of the two sides to listen to grievances and hammer out compromises on policy. One clear example of that is the process to draft the Democratic Party platform, where the two sides met for nearly a month and agreed on a draft version in which issues such as education, healthcare and the federal minimum wage were brought closer to Sanders' positions. Clinton hopes this show of unity will help fire up Sanders supporters for the general election after he excited the liberal base and won young voters by large margins in the primaries;
By Jim Hightower Hey, stop complaining that our government coddles Wall Street’s big, money-grubbing banks. Sure, they went belly-up and crashed our economy with their greed. And, yes, Washington bailed them out, while ignoring the plight of workaday people who lost jobs, homes, businesses, wealth, and hope. But come on, buckos. Haven’t you noticed that the feds are now socking the banksters with huge penalties for their wrongdoings? Wall Street powerhouse Goldman Sachs, for example, was recently punched in its corporate gut with a jaw-dropping $5 billion punishment for its illegal schemes. It’s hard to comprehend that much money, so think of it like this: If you paid out $100,000 every day, it would take you nearly 28 years to pay off just $1 billion. So imagine having to pull five big Bs out of your wallet. That should make even the most arrogant and avaricious high-finance flimflammer think twice before risking such scams. So these negotiated settlements between the feds and the big banks will effectively deter repeats of the 2008 Wall Street debacle, right?
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Remember, banks don’t commit crimes — bankers do. Yet Goldman CEO Lloyd Blankfein just awarded himself a $23 million paycheck for his work last year. That work essentially amounted to negotiating a deal with the government to make shareholders pay for the bankers’ wrongdoings — while he and other top executives keep their jobs and keep pocketing millions. What a great example for young financial executives. With no punishment, the next generation of banksters can view Blankfein’s story as a model for Wall Street success, rather than a deterrent to corruption. OtherWords columnist Jim Hightower is a radio commentator, writer, and public speaker. He’s the editor of the populist newsletter, The Hightower Lowdown. OtherWords.org.
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Actually, no. Notice that the $5 billion punishment is applied to Goldman Sachs, not to the “Goldman Sackers.” The bank’s shareholders have to cough up the penalty, rather than the executives who did the bad deeds.
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At a rally on the Capitol steps, House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi of California said Democrats want "real action, not a bill written by the gun lobby." She added: "The Republican House still refuses to disarm hate." "We don't know what form it's going to take, but stay tuned, stay tuned," Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., a leader of last month's House sit-in, said at the rally about future Democratic actions. At least for now, Democrats are allowing the House to conduct regular legislative business without disruptions. They indicated they would support a compromise bill Wednesday strengthening mental health programs. Ryan spokeswoman AshLee Strong said the two parties "have different views on how to achieve a shared goal of preventing gun deaths," especially over protecting gun owners' rights. She said the next steps on anti-terror legislation "will be discussed and determined by the majority in the coming days." Republicans, backed by the NRA, seem intent on preventing any limitations on the constitutional right to bear arms, which they say the Democratic measures would impose. They also said they were investigating Democrats' behavior during the sit-in, including whether they intimidated House aides and damaged furniture. The GOP bill would bar many gun sales to suspected terrorists, but only if federal prosecutors could prove within three days that a terrorist act was afoot. The government would have to cover legal costs for people for whom it unsuccessfully tried to deny firearms. Republicans say their measure protects peoples' constitutional right to legal protections. Democrats say it sets an untenably difficult hurdle that makes the whole proposal unworkable. That bill would establish an office within the Department of Homeland Security to focus on what the measure calls "radical Islamist terrorism" within the U.S., and set up modest grants for communities trying to counter such threats.
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July 6 Forecast for JULY 11 was: 9.95’
For comparison, river crested here at 31.49’ on Jan 4, 2016 WHITE RIVER REFERENCE DEPTHS
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TEMPERATURES IN IDAHO IONA BOTTS, WRJ subscriber in Midvale, ID advised us Wednesday that last Sunday’s (July 10) high there was 59° - low was 48° .... and she’s complaining, because it doesn’t help garden grow.
Laugh-In Corner So Drunk He Can't Stand Up... An Irishman's been drinking at a pub all night. When he stands up to leave, he falls flat on his face. He tries to stand one more time, but to no avail. Again, he falls flat on his face. He figures he'll crawl outside and get some fresh air and maybe that will sober him up. Once outside, he stands up and, sure enough, he falls flat on his face. The Irishman decides to crawl the four blocks to his home. When he arrives at the door, he stands up and falls flat on his face. He crawls through the door into his bedroom. When he reaches his bed, he tries one more time to stand up. This time, he manages to pull himself upright but he quickly falls right into bed. He is sound asleep as soon as his head hits the pillow. He awakens the next morning to his wife standing over him, shouting, "So, you've been out drinking again!" "Why do you say that?" he asks innocently. "The pub called. You left your wheelchair there again."
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Thursday, July 16, 1931
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he Confederate pension fund probably will be left in a more serious plight than any other state fund through postponement of the sale of $1,750,000 worth of bonds. Approximately $250,000 a month is required to pay pensions and operate the Confederate home. Mr. Talmage Hayley one of the most progressive and successful farmers, was in from the Johnson Chapel neighborhood Saturday and paid us a pleasant call. Mr. Hayley has one of the nicest peach orchards in the county. He says he has an abundance of fruit this year. Plans are being made to make the Prairie County Fair an annual event by organizing a permanent fair association which will be incorporated. Stock is now being subscribed and the grounds will be located at DeValls Bluff. The ball game in Des Arc last Sunday afternoon between Des Arc and DeWitt was the third game of a series. We took Capt. Hugh Erwin’s word that we would run the socks off ‘em and we did, winning by 8 to 2. Capt. Erwin lined up a good team and put Des Arc on the map this season. Messrs. Will Staggs and Arthur Mask of the Cross Roads neighborhood, were in town on business yesterday. Our friend, John W. Story, merchant at Griffithville, has our thanks for a check for subscription this week. Mr. Story has been a regular reader of the Journal for
a number of years and we appreciate him. Big Dance at the Hotel Kerin in Des Arc tonight, Thursday. The City Hall is being treated to a new coat of paint this week - Bill Webb and Bill Caskey are doing the work. The Ladies of the Methodist Church request us to state that they will serve ice cream on the courthouse lawn Saturday night, July 25. County Agent H. E. Thompson, Atty. John D. Thweatt, Hugh E. Morrow and Roy Hill of DeValls Bluff were in the city on business connected with the organization of the Prairie County Fair Association one day this week. Several of Des Arc’s young folks have been enjoying some of the hot nights in the swimming pool at Searcy. Mayor Erwin’s court has been in session several times this week, and each time it adds just a little more to the city treasury. A delegation of Hazen citizens appeared before the county court here Tuesday, remonstrating the addition of certain property to the town of Hazen. Judge Screeton decided in favor of the remonstrators. For Sale: One good houseboat, 12x20, one gas boat, 8 hp engine, three paddle boats and other articles of household furniture, for sale cheap for cash or will trade for good car. Can be seen at Erwin Ferry Landing or apply to J. K Sebastian, Des Arc, Ark.
Thursday, July 15, 1943
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he coming invasion of Europe which now has the Germans and Italians so jittery, will see our soldiers using various types of hard-hitting guns to crack Hitler’s bristling European fortress. They have been developed by the Ordnance Department, Army Service Forces, and ranging from the 75 mm howitzer to the 8inch gun, says Major Lincoln W. Fenstermacher, Commanding Officer at the Ordnance Plant in Jacksonville, Ark. The latest class of cadets entering preflight pilot training at the San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center included 94 from Arkansas. The new class includes one from Des Arc: Alton L. Patterson. Roy Phillips, Des Arc farmer, is in the hospital at Stuttgart as the result of an automobile accident yesterday afternoon. He received head and chest injuries. Phillips and his wife were returning to Des Arc from Stuttgart when a tire blew out and the car overturned east of Hazen on Highway 70. Chick Tucker is among our Army boys home on furlough this week. Miss Electa Roe, who has been associated with the FSA office in DeValls Bluff and Biscoe the past two years, is spending this week with her mother, Mrs. T. G. Roe, in this city. Miss Louise Young, chief clerk of the Prairie County Selective Service, spent the
past week visiting her sister in Fort Smith. Arkansas ranked third of the 48 states in gains in electrified farms during the period from December 31, 1934 to June 30, 1942, according to figures released in the current issue of Public Utilities Fortnightly. On January 1, 1935, there were 2,943 electrified farms in Arkansas; on June 30, 1942, the number had increased to 28,807. The two states making greater gains than Arkansas were Mississippi and South Carolina. Soybeans are a war crop, and the blister beetles and grasshoppers that attack them are in reality fighting for the Japs and Nazis, declared County Agent K. C. Ross. L. R. Brown is not only known as one of Des Arc’s most progressive young men, but has received much praise and recognition from high authority for his efforts in the Red Cross, and the many war efforts, scrap drives, bond sales and his interest in the development of his local community. At a meeting of the East Arkansas Young Business Men’s Club in Forrest City last week, he was elected 4th vice president. Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hinson moved into their new home, the former Vernon Burks residence this week. This is one of the prettiest homes in Des Arc. W. H. Stewart, local lumber manufacturer and timber dealer, was a business visitor to Little Rock yesterday.
Thursday, July 3, 1958
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special session of the Quorum Court has been ordered by County Judge Joe H. Crowly on new tax appraisal. Legislative Acts require counties to assess all property at 20 percent of true value. This would result in an increase in taxes but it is the law unless changed by the legislature. The law provides for the appointment of deputy assessors. The Rice Belt Ramblers will play for a July 4 Dance at The Spot at the Bayou Bridge here Friday night, July 4. The Ramblers reorganized this year with the following members: Bill Birdson of Little Rock, 2nd hot guitar; R. J. Greenwood of Cotton Plant, 1st hot guitar; Buddy Clark of Cotton Plant, bass fiddle; Bo Holt of Hazen, fiddle; and Bobby Larkan of Hazen, piano. Mr. John L. Vandiver of Griffithville has been elected to serve as Superintendent of the Griffithville High School for the coming year. He is a lifetime resident of the area. He and his wife, the former Miss Juanita Hamilton, are both graduates at Griffithville in 1943. F. P. Kerr, vice commander of the MooreJohnson VFW Post 5024 at Des Arc and Prairie County will meet next Wednesday night, July 9. A fish fry is planned with several guests expected from Bull Shoals and Little Rock. The Prairie County 4-H Conservation Workshop was held at Singleterry’s Camp, DeValls Bluff, on June 26 for 23 4-H boys and girls. 4-H’ers attending were: G. W. Moore, Des Arc; Bobby Floyd, DeValls Bluff; Oliver Toll, Tollville; Alvin Morris Green, Des Arc; Clara Mae Kerr, DeValls Bluff; Mary Alexander, DeValls Bluff; Beverly Minton, Oak Prairie, and James
Thomas, DeValls Bluff. Martha Rae Highfill from Prairie County has been nominated to attend the first 4-H Senior Leadership Workshop at Fayetteville July 21-25. She was selected from 54 applicants from other counties in the state. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs. Ray Highfill. Governor Orval Faubus officially opened his campaign headquarters in Little Rock. Assisting the governor in putting up signs outside the headquarters were J. Orville Cheney, State Revenue Commissioner, and his campaign manager, Arnold Sikes. George D. Holloway of the Northside Community this week advised that he has completed 21 years of driving a school bus for the Des Arc School District without an accident of any kind. The only incident occurred when a tornado at 5:20 p. m. blew his garage away and turned the bus over in his yard. His record also includes no days missed and his schedule has been maintained within five minutes each morning and evening. The ladies of the Cross Roads H. D. Club met one morning and cleaned up the grounds around the community building so Lloyd Waters and Fay Miles could do the mowing. It really looks better. Melvin Loudermilk, representing the East Arkansas Materials Co., ready-mix concrete, in Hazen, was in Des Arc on business Monday. He tells us that his brother-in-law, C. S. Jasper, of Memphis, entered St. Joseph Hospital Sunday for surgery. Eldon Grady and Lawrence Mushrush, two of Des Arc’s best builders, completed a carport at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Gray this week.
More from the Past
1913 photo of the Story Family, l-r: William N. Story, builder of the Griffithville Hotel in 1916, Eunice Story Hamilton (half-sister to Lilly Story - later in life, Eunice ran the Griffithville School cafeteria); Stella Hamilton Story (Will’s second wife, holding baby Stella, Lilly Story (Boggan), mother of Jim Boggan (hunter at left holding bobcat) and Melba Boggan O’Brien of Russellville; and Lilly’s brother, Robert Story, who died of appendicitis in his 20’s.
DAHS students participate in act at 1954 Beta Club Convention, Little Rock (Actors’ names revealed next week)
(Boggan & Story photos courtesy of Wendell Porter)
REVEALED: Last week’s Young Mystery Hunter of the Northside Community 1956 DAHS graduate and now resident of Forrest City, Jimmy Boggan holds up bobcat, actually killed by his two dogs, Buttons & Bows, circa 1950 on Stineville Rd (now Calhoun Rd) west off Hwy 11 N. He’s also wearing new hip boots purchased with money he earned “picking cotton across the river” (east of White River). Jim retired after 43 years as manager/engineer at Sanyo Manufacturing (televisions) in Forrest City. He took up thoroughbred racing in 1986, winning 10-12 races at Birmingham & St. Louis, before phasing out his racing career 28 years later in 2014. Jim’s mother, Lilly Story (Boggan) born in 1894, was included in last week’s 1913 photo of the Will Story Family (repeated above)
Third Grade - Des Arc Elementary School, 1938-39 (Identities revealed next week) Photo courtesy of H.K. Garth
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Donnie Clark of Brinkley was born on October 7, 1961 in Brinkley, the firstborn child of Donald and Eula Mae Clark. In time she was joined by younger brother, Eddie. The family remained residents of Brinkley and Donnie received education through the local school system and was a 1980 graduate of Brinkley High School. She was raised in the Baptist faith. During the early years Donnie worked as a sales clerk for the Jr. Food Mart in Brinkley and the Sears Auto Center in Little Rock. In 1994 she received the difficult diagnosis of cancer and the surgery following would change her whole life. After a time of recuperation she returned to the pursuit of education and was privileged to attend the East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City. She received an associate degree in business, however due to continuing health challenges she did not return to public work. She was the mother of one son and was fortunate to see him become an adult and begin a family of his own. In time she received the blessing of one granddaughter, Haley. In recent months she once again began to experience very serious health challenges and entered the hospital. At the age of 54, Donnie passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2016, at the St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eula Mae Swift Clark, in March 2014. Donnie is survived by her son, Brandon Dooley of Paragould; granddaughter, Haley Dooley of Paragould; her Father , Donald Clark and wife, Paula of Brinkley; one Brother, Eddie Clark of Brinkley and a host of extended family and friends Graveside services were held at 5 pm at Hazen Cemetery with Deacon Tom Dooley officiating. Arrangements were by Bob Neal Funeral Home of Brinkley.
Barbara C. Wells, Kensett resident dies Barbara Carol Wells, 70, of Kensett went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 4, 2016 at Unity Health in Searcy. She was born November 3, 1945 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Robin Sr. and Willie (Vaughn) Hopper. Barbara was a member of Kensett First Baptist Church. She loved the annual trip to the beach. She was the best mamaw in the world! She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. Barbara was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed. Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 50 years, Gene Wells of Kensett; one son, Todd Wells and wife, Leslie of Searcy; two daughters, Barbara-Jean Wells and Amy Butler both of Kensett; one sister, Beverly Robertson of Kensett; three brothers, Robin Hopper (Donna) of Searcy, Jerry Hopper (Madelyn) of Kensett, and Terry Hopper (LeeAnn) of Searcy; five grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 7, at Kensett First Baptist Church with Bro. Joe Clement officiating. Burial was at Kensett Cemetery with arrangements by Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, Searcy.
Clora Rosetta Bunker Sayger Pendergrass, age 96, of Biscoe went to be with the lord on Tuesday, July 5, 2016. Born in Grandberry TX she was the seventh of nine children born to Perry and Lena Moore Bunker. As a small child, she moved with her family to the DeValls Bluff area where her father farmed and share cropped. Clora enjoyed picking strawberries but she would eat more than she picked. A devoted mother and housewife, she took great care of her children. During their growing up days, she made all their clothes, putting love and care into each piece. A great cook, she was known for her peanut butter pies and peanut brittle. After her children left home, she worked as a cook at the lunch room at the DeValls Bluff school for twelve years. Clora was a devoted member of the Biscoe Church of Christ. She is survived by her sons Buster Sayger and wife Rose of Crossett, Phillip Sayger of Hazen and Paul Sayger and wife Wanda of Hazen; three daughters Lena Holland , Clora Speaks and husband Earl of DeValls Bluff, Virginia Campbell of Moro and Lena Holland of Hamburg; 17 grand children, 29 great-grandchildren and 38 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, Roy Kidd Sayger and William "Bill" Pendergrass; one son, Rickey Don Sayger; five brothers, Herman, Luther, Clayburn, Clarence and Hilburn Bunker; and three sisters, Margie Fullerton, Flora Dry and Lora Taylor; three grandchildren, Rose Mary Sayger, Allen Sayger, Jr. and Marsha Holland; two great grandchildren, Justin Pearson and Justin Maloy.
Emily Lauren Ray, of Beebe, age 20, went home to see her Lord and Savior on July 2, 2016. She was born on May 17, 1996 to Mary Beth Ray-Shearer, and was reborn again in 2002, when she gave her life to Christ, running her race with all her might. She attended First Baptist Church in Beebe. Emily came into this world like a whirl wind – a baldheaded baby who grew a headful of curly hair. She had corrective casts on both of her feet, yet she ignored the obstacles and learned to walk with determination and purpose. This drive for life continued as she got older, for she embraced every day as if it were her last. Emily worked as a sales associate for Storm Pros and enjoyed the excitement of climbing roofs – and she was great at it! Emily had a smile for everyone; she loved people and never met a stranger. She loved her family, and the greatest love of her life was her Papaw whom she adored. Her Nana was her mentor, a Godly woman who taught her many things. Her laughter and smile were motivated by joy and love. Survivors include her mother, Mary Beth Ray-Shearer (Larry) of Conway; brothers, Brandon and Jonathan Ray of Beebe, and grandparents, Jerry and Linda Ray of Beebe. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the youth group at First Baptist Church in Beebe. Funeral was at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 6, at First Baptist Church in Beebe officiated by Brother C.W. Blood. Burial followed at Antioch Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home. www.SmithFamilyCares.com
Brandon S. Barron, dies at Stuttgart Brandon Shane Barron, 45, of Stuttgart passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at his home surrounded by his family. Shane was born March 24, 1971, in Ed Dorado, Ark., and graduated from Shreveport High School. He was a district sales representative for Ben. E. Keith and member of First Baptist Church. Shane was a sports “nut”, an avid Razorback fan, loved to fish and watch college football and Monday night wrestling on the television. He was very active in his girls’ lives always coaching their softball teams. On the weekends when they weren’t playing softball, Shane enjoyed grilling and spending time with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Robin Dell Williams Hudson; grandparents, Homer and Carolyn Williams; uncles,
Reginald Williams and Phillip Williams; and aunt, Lana Huffman. Survivors are his wife, Lynn Capps Barron; three daughters, Kalie Gatheright of El Dorado and Sidney Barron and Taylor Barron of Stuttgart; his two precious grandchildren, Ryder and Aynslee; sister, Robin (Adam) Buchanan; aunts, Dixie Jerogan, Mary Kay Cameron and Gayle (Richard) Bird; uncle, Taylor Williams. Visitation is 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday at Turpin Funeral Home. A memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. His family has requested memorials to Relay for Life of Union County, P.O. Box 10403, El Dorado, Ark. 71730; or American Cancer Society, 901 N. University Ave., Little Rock, Ark. 72207.
William F. Cook dies at Searcy William Franklin Cook, 72, of Searcy, died Saturday, July 9, 2016. He was born December 4, 1943 in Philadelphia, Mississippi to the late James Woodard and Mattie Louise (Tyson) Cook. Will enjoyed fishing, hunting and going camping. He was a member and deacon at the 1st Assembly of God in Searcy. He retired from BellSouth in Mississippi, moved to Searcy, Arkansas, and worked as an Electrician until retirement. He is survived by his wife, Tera (Wright) Cook; 3 daughters, Lisa Lorton (David), Susan Stokes (Ferrell), and Chrissy Cook; 2 sisters, Terry Marchbanks (Charles) and Jane Ramage; 5 grandchildren, Callie Huffstutler (Garett), Josh Lorton (Morgan), Will Stokes (Megan), Abigail Stokes (fiancé, Dan Usery), and Mattie Stokes. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 1 sister.
Frances Reynolds, 89, of Griffithville passed away Sunday, July 10, 2016 at her home. She was born September 17, 1926 in Mountain View, Arkansas to the late Charlie and Essie (Watson) Strain. Frances was a member of Higginson Baptist Church. She treasured her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. She loved her flowers. Frances was loved by all who knew her and will be dearly missed. Frances is survived by two sons, Larry Reynolds (Debra) of Michigan and Mark Reynolds of Searcy; three daughters, Sharon Huffman (Valentine) of Searcy, Melody Lemkelde (Mark) of Searcy, and Edith Cook of Harrison, Arkansas; three brothers, Jimmy Strain of Concord, Charles Strain of Little Rock, and Ray Strain of Concord; two sisters, Jane Elkins of Heber Springs, and Sue Jimmerson of Oklahoma; nine grandchildren, and eleven great grandchildren. In addition to her parents Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Francis W. Reynolds; two brothers, Irving and Weldon Strain; one sister, Joyce Holt; and one grandson, Matthew Lemkelde. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 14, at Searcy-McEuen Chapel, Burial will follow at Dogwood Cemetery.
Anna Sue Arnold former Romance resident, dies Anna Sue Arnold, 88, of Searcy entered her heavenly home Monday, July 11, 20167 at Unity Health in Searcy. She was born September 27, 1927 in Romance, Arkansas to the late Richard and Ina (Fowlkes) Davis. Anna Sue was a member of Romance Church of Christ and in later years became a member of Foothills Church of Christ. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend who was loved by all who knew her. Anna Sue will be dearly missed. Left to cherish Anna Sue's memory is one son, Charles G. Arnold Jr. (Ruth) of Seminole, Florida; one daughter, Judy Willingham (Kenneth) of Searcy; one brother, Roy Davis (June) of The Woodlands, Texas; one granddaughter, Valorie Hughes (Titus); and three great grandchildren, Chase, Erica, and Audrey; two nieces, Jan Uccello and Robin Wells. In addition to her parents Anna Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Charles G. Arnold; and one grandson, Terry Arnold. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 15, at Romance Church of Christ with burial at Romance Cemetery.
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Fred Duke, World War II Air National Guard veteran, dies Jerry G. Fitch, age 78, of Beebe, passed away June 24, 2016. He was born at Redfield, Arkansas to Raymond and Joey (Youngblood) Fitch on February 12, 1938. In March of 1956, Jerry joined the Air National Guard. He worked as a civilian and became a Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent. He retired with 37 years of dedicated service. His rank was Senior Master Sergeant. Jerry was a devoted grandfather, lovingly referred to as “Ahh”. He spent much time with his grandchildren. He loved to travel with them and show them new adventures. Jerry is survived by his wife of 53 years, Virginia J. Thompson Fitch; his children, Karlyn S. Holloway and husband, Billy; son, Gregory G. Fitch and wife, Natasha; grandchildren, Hannah McDonald and husband, Jamie, Daniel Fitch, Erik Fitch; great grandson, Ethan McDonald and siblings, Donald Fitch and Doris Dillon. He was preceded in death by his sister, Alise Tsakir and brother, Coy Fitch. Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675. Family received friends from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday June 27, at Smith-Westbrook Funeral Home, Beebe with funeral following at 12:00. Burial was in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Beebe.
Betty C. Rippy dies at Oakdale Nursing Home Betty Charlene Rippy, 63, of Searcy, passed from this earthly life on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Oakdale Nursing Home. She was born January 17, 1953, in Bearden, Arkansas, to the late Orlan Castleberry and Ruth Reese. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Searcy and was retired from teaching for Searcy Public Schools. She was a loving mother and grandmother and was loved by all who knew her. Charlene is survived by one son, Terry Mark Rippy (Nikki) of Searcy; one sister, Linda Tullos of Byhalia, Mississippi; and two grandchildren, Ryan Rippy and Lilly Rippy. In addition to her parents, Charlene was preceded in death by one brother, Larry Castleberry (Karon) and one sister, Ann Shaddock. Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, July 1, at First Baptist Church in Searcy with burial following at White County Memorial Gardens by Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, Searcy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Dale Ellenberg, Searcy resident, dies Dale Ellenburg, 85, of Searcy passed away Monday, July 4, 2016. He was born January 3, 1931 in Searcy, Arkansas to the late Robert Lee and Bernice (Brandon) Ellenburg. Dale is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara Ellenburg of Searcy; one son, Lance Ellenburg; one grandson, Jesse Ellenburg; one brother, Harold Ellenburg of Searcy; one sister, Thelma Revel of Augusta; and two special sons, Lu Redman (Tess) and Jimmy Sears (Anna). Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 8, at Oaklawn Cemetery in Searcy with arrangements by Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home.
Fred Duke, of Beebe, Arkansas, for 91 years a kind and generous man, went to be with Jesus the morning of Monday, July 4, 2016. He was at home surrounded by his family. He joined his wife of sixty-five years, Pearl. Fredric was a veteran of WWII. He served as a Navy Seabee with duty assignments at Pearl Harbor, Guam, Saipan and Okinawa. He was helping build an aircraft runway on Okinawa at war’s end. Fred was a retired businessman, having businesses both in Beebe, Arkansas and Blanchard, Oklahoma. He was an avid fisherman and dearly enjoyed outings with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl; his father, Ode Duke; his mother, Ada Duke; and his dear stepmother, Dora Duke. Also preceding him in death were his brother Earl Morris and his sister, Oleta Putnam. Fred is survived by three children, Steve Duke (Rhonda) of Daphne, Alabama, Larry Duke (Monica) of England, Arkansas, and Deborah Foster (David) of Blanchard, Oklahoma; eleven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral was at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 8, at SmithWestbrook Funeral Home, with burial in Beebe Cemetery.
Gertrude Hickman dies at Brinkley Gertrude Davis Haggar Hickman of Brinkley went to be with the Lord, Monday, July 11, 2016 at UAMS in Little Rock. A daughter of the late Jeff Davis and the late Mable Baugh Davis, she was the oldest of 11 children. Gertrude was a member of the Brinkley First Baptist Church and an active, 60 year member of the American Legion Auxilary #68 where she served in all offices numerous times. In 2000 she became a member of the Lions Club serving as chairman of the committee to help people secure glasses. She was also a former member of the B&PW Club. She is survived by two sons, James Hagger and wife Marilyn of North Little Rock, Lloyd Hagger of Brinkley, two daughters, Alice Jacks and husband James, Brenda Hardwick and husband Mack all of Brinkley, five brothers, Billy Davis, Gerald Davis, Richard Davis and wife, Beverly, Jim Davis, and Floyd Davis all of Phoenix, AZ, five sisters, Helen Davis, Pauline Carnahan, Mary Shepherd and husband Ed, Edith Wheatley and Alice Shad all of Phoenix, AZ, nine grandchildren, Shane Jacks, Desiree Branch, Donna Fowler, Dena Haven, Charlene Wilkison, Rebecca Hagger, Sarah Meins, Kristina Hagger and Jared Hagger, 15 greatgrandchildren and 3 greatgreat-grandchildren. Visitation will be 1:002:00 PM, with services starting at 2:00 PM, Thursday, at the Brinkley First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery in Brinkley.
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Words of Faith/Church News FAITH TRACKS By Rev. Dee Harper
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Work: 870-256-3757 - Cell: 501-593-8978 e-mail: cdharper1979@yahoo.com
Are We Being Made Holy? Scripture: Psalm 46 Come and find the quiet center, in the crowded life we lead find the room for hope to enter, find the frame where we are freed: clear the chaos and the clutter, clear our eyes that we may see all the things that really matter, be at peace and simply be. (Prayer) This week, we are beginning a sermon series on learning to be still and to find Sabbath in the world in which we live. Now it may seem odd to have a sermon series like this in the summer. For some of us summer is a time where our schedules are lighter. Why do this now? Well I believe that now is a great time for two reasons. The first is that not everyone’s schedule is lighter in the summer. Often summer schedules are different but just as hectic for families, and grandparents. In addition, even if our schedules are lighter then this is a great time to think about these issues so that as you do feel life getting busier you are better prepared. The truth is that many of us find it hard to simply stop and be still. We may for a minute or two but then we get antsy and our minds wander. We excuse or claim to have ADHD when really our lives or so frenetic that many of us have never learned to stop. And then we encounter difficult times as individuals and as a nation and we honestly feel overwhelmed. We also spend countless hours working ourselves to death, not enjoying what we are doing. Our scripture is attributed to the Sons of Korah who were designated as the musicians who offered the sacrifices of praise in the temple in Jerusalem. Psalm 46 is a psalm of great trust in God despite the circumstances that are taking place. We don’t know the specific context of this psalm, but if the writer was speaking of events that were taking place when he wrote the psalm, then it was a time of great turmoil on an international scale. The people were facing an overwhelming threat. But the writer is quick to declare that in the midst of the turmoil, “God is.” The psalm itself is often divided into three parts. The first part is verses 1-3. The writer is declaring a radical trust in God. The writer says that God is our refuge and strength. It was these passages that during an especially dark time in Martin Luther’s spiritual life that he turned too. It was the verse that inspired his hymn “A Mighty Fortress is Our God.” Part two is composed of verses 4-7. It highlights God’s protective presence in the life of his people. The writer says that God is in the midst of the city and shall not be moved. The city is Jerusalem which symbolizes God’s people. God is with us we should not be afraid. Part three is again a declaration of radical trust. It includes the lines that we are
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focusing on this morning, “Be still and know that I am God.” So often we think of this passage in relationship to beautiful inspiring landscapes on posters or computer wallpapers that we download. But the writer is actually saying, “Freeze, and listen up.” It is more than a silent pause. It is stepping back and letting go of panic and uncertainty by recognizing God’s presence and power. So what are concrete ways that as we seek to have a radical trust in God that we can be still and pay attention to our Lord? Well I want to offer two suggestions, there are more but these are ones that I have practiced in my own life. The first is setting aside times to pray and/or having a certain prayer(s) that you pray. One that is especially meaningful to me is the Jesus Prayer, “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.” I will pause and say that as a mantra when things become overwhelming. I also read recently about a movement of prayer that is taking place in Houston, Texas. KSBJ one of the largest Christian radio stations in the world launched a noon prayer effort nine years ago. Every day at noon they play a recording of different people praying the Lord’s Prayer and listeners are invited to pray along with them. This daily exercise is a powerful witness of pausing being still and paying attention to God. Another practice that I want to lift up is holy sighing or breathing. This is often an automatic response, but I want us to think about it in context of when life seems to get hard. In Mark 8:12 it says that Jesus sighed deeply. In this context to “sigh deeply” was an action that denotes grief, anger, and a sense of exasperation. Jesus sighed in this way because after feeding the great crowds, instead of rejoicing at the miracle the Pharisees came and began to question Jesus and then asked for a sign. Jesus is sighing in frustration at a people who refuse to see or understand. When life gets hard or confusing or frustrating our natural inclinations are to fight or flight. We either ball-up our fists or we get ready to run. Instead maybe we should pause and breathe and pay attention to what God wants us to hear. Or listen to God in the midst of all the other voices. Taking a deep breath and counting to ten is something we encourage kids to do, maybe we should take a deep breath and spend those ten moments in prayer ourselves. I want to invite you this week to take those moments throughout your day to pause, to be okay with not doing something and to pay attention to God and to those around you. I believe God will bless you. Let’s pray… Brother Dee
Diaper Shower Honoring
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) welcomes guest speaker, Rev. Don Warren of Pine Bluff, as he continues his sermon series..."What I Have Learned, I Learned in Kindergarten" at the 10:45 a.m. service on July 17 and 24. We would like to invite you to our services and activities here at First Christian Church. You will find us a warm and friendly group of people who are eager to welcome you and make you feel at home. We enjoy being together and sharing in the many activities of the church and invite YOU to be a part of our fellowship. We are a diverse group: farmers, homemakers, business people, single parents, widows, children, teens, and others. We are from different backgrounds, denominations, cultures, and educations, but we all have one thing in common; a love for God and for His people. We are a Christ-centered church who believe we are called to be disciples of Jesus. We choose to do the will of God in service to others. Please join us next Sunday for Rev. Don Warren's inspiring message of faith. First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is located at 10th and Main, Stuttgart. You may call 870-673-8402 for more information.
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Lauren Gentry Sunday, July 24 Two to Four o’clock in the Afternoon
First Baptist Church Annex Building Hosted by Friends and Family Registered at Babies R’ Us, Target and Sassy Stitch in Searcy 2xc
Off to Church Camp: Some 42 youth and adults of Lakeside Missionary Baptist Church in Des Arc left Monday morning, July 11, heading to Budd Creek Church Camp in Higdon, Arkansas. Budd Creek is managed by Paul and Diane Weatherford, former Des Arc Residents. The group will be at Budd Creek camp Monday through Friday this week.
Gospel Group “Believers Quartet” in concert at Judson Memorial The “Believers Quartet” will be in concert at Judson Memorial Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, July 23 at 6:30 p.m. The church is located six miles north of Des Arc off Highway 11 in the Northside Community. In 1978, Kim Poe formed The Believers Quartet, based in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Long-time friends made up the core of the group along with others who shared their vision. Four singers and a five-
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piece band were soon presenting the gospel in song throughout the south for more than a decade. Everything has a season: heavy travel schedules, jobs and growing families necessitated that the Believers Quartet season come to an end ....temporarily. Fast forward to 2014 ...when an unexpected opportunity presented itself for most of that same core group of men to re-assemble...and a new season for the Believers Quartet
began! After 30 years of careers, children, and granndchildren, six of the current eight men are together again as the Believer’s Quartet and are having a blast. The congregation of Judson Memorial said, “:You’ll want to make it a priority to see the Believer’s Quartet. You’ll be glad you did!” Bro. Kevin Sterling is pastor.
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The Community Worship Service will be held Sunday, July 24, at the First United Methodist Church. The service begins at 6 p. m. with the pastor, Rev. Dee Harper, bringing the message. Rev. Harper advises that following the service, there will be an ice cream supper in the Christian Life Center.
Elizabeth Grace Pavan Men’s Breakfast The Community Men’s Breakfast is this Sunday, Tony and Jordan (Harvey) Pavan are pleased to anJuly 17, 7 a. m., hosted at nounce the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Grace. Elizthe Family Worship abeth was born at Baptist Medical Center on May 19 at 1:16 PM. She weighed 7 pounds and 3 ounces and was 21 inches long. Proud grandparents are Ray and Kristen Harvey of Des Arc and Wayne and Bren Pavan of Maumelle and the late Rechelle Pavan. Great grandparents are Nina Livesay and Lamar and Patsy Harvey of Des Arc and Jan Freeman. Sunday, July 10
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Atkins Sisters Get Together: The Atkins sisters got together this week at the Des Arc Nursing & Rehab Center. Daughters of the late Jim and Mary Belle (Hitt) Atkins, former local residents, they grew up in the Des Arc area. From left, they are: Sadie McMahon of Huntsville, TX; Barbara White of Des Arc; Barbara’s twin sister, Patricia Burt of Elmira, NY; Cara Bradshaw, Des Arc, and Bertie Fortner of Bryant. This photo was made in front of the beautiful large mural displayed at the nursing home where Barbara and Cara are residents. The “girls” have one living brother, Clifford Atkins of Cotton Plant. They got together during the out of state sisters’ recent visit here.
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Hello to everyone in the Des Arc and surrounding communities! We have pretty much hogged the AC this week! We started our week off with Sunday services by the Des Arc United Methodist Church. Monday, Carroll Denton came and got our blood circulating with excercises and rolled right on into Bingo afterward. We had Karoke in the afternoon. Never know when you might find that “Star” talent! Tuesday, we enjoyed some delicious pecan rolls and games. We enjoyed a movie on the big screen tv and had Happy Hour afterward. Wednesday, we enjoyed some fresh fruit, played Bingo and watched tv and played games. Today, Thursday, is Hot Dog Day and Ms. Opal and Terry will be here bringing us their music. We are looking forward to eating some delicious popcorn with our Big Screen Movie and room
visits, also. Friday, the Disciples will be with us bringing their sweet music. The Ice Cream Truck with Patsy Tate will be here Friday afternoon and Snowball the Facility Pet will be by for a visit. Our Assembly of God friends will be here for fellowship and snacks on Saturday afternoon. We will also be having Memory games and Dominoes. Carroll Denton will be here on Monday next week with his excercises to get us motivated for the day. Our Resident Council will meet Tuesday, July 19. The Council gets together and brings new ideas to the table as well as speaking for the residents. The DANRC General Store will be open Wednesday, July 20. We will be having a watermelon social on Thursday, July 21. The Disciples will be here again on Friday and Patsy Tate and the Ice Cream Truck will be here in
the afternoon. Our Resident Birthday Party is at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27. Come out and help our July Birthday Residents celebrate! It will be August soon and the kiddos will be starting back to school August 15. Seems like this year has picked up steam since school was out in May. The tomatoes and corn have been coming off pretty fast. The purple hull peas are just beginning to get big enough to pick. There is nothing better than a homegrown tomato with some fresh purple hull peas and fried okra. The watermelon and cantaloupe have been very good. We would love for you to come out and visit with us. Come out and play cards, games, watch a movie with us or just to visit with the residents. They would thoroughly enjoy your company. That is all for this week. Have a blessed and safe rest of the week. Teresa Henley Activity Director
Class of 2001 Class of 1996 planning in reunion two-day reunion The Des Arc High School graduating Class of 2001 will be holding their Class Reunion on Saturday, August 13 in the banquet room at Dondies White River Princess in Des Arc at 6:00 p.m. “Several classmates have been contacted through Facebook and reminders will be published in the Journal,” said Brandon Hampton, Class president. “If you know of a classmate that may not be on Facebook, please forward this information to them or give me a call at 501-6580595 and I will get in contact with them. I am looking forward to a great turnout and a fun reunion.”
Members of the DAHS Class of 1996 will be having a twoday reunion here July 30-31. On Saturday, July 30, they will meet for a dinner together at Dondie’s banquet room ($22 person). On Sunday, July 31, they will gather at the park pavillion for a family picnic, from 1 to 3 o’clock in the afternoon. For more information, contact Eva Weatherley, 479-9707750 or evaweatherley@yahoo.com.
Adult activities announced at Public Library On the second Thursday of each month at 10 a. m., the Des Arc Public Library will present a free movie with popcorn. Bring your own drink. On the third Thursday each month, at 1 p. m., there is a color and tea
the Woodruff Print Shop to make a wax seal and see how the Arkansas Gazette was printed on a Ramage press. Venture outside to play ring toss, game of graces or try to walk on stilts. From 5 to 6:30 pm, the 75th anniversary reception will feature Little Rock Mayor Mark Stodola proclaiming July 19 Historic Arkansas Museum Day and the dedication of the museum’s farmstead as the Parker Westbrook 1850s Farmstead in honor of former museum commissioner and longtime historic preservation advocate, Parker Westbrook, who passed late in 2015. “July 19 is a special day for the Department of Arkansas Heritage as we
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commemorate the 75th anniversary of Arkansas’s first accredited history museum. Since 1941, Historic Arkansas Museum has led the way in preserving, collecting and exhibiting our history, arts and culture to visitors not only from Arkansas but around the nation and world,” said Stacy Hurst, director of the Department of Arkansas Heritage. During the reception, guests will enjoy birthday cake, an assortment of smoked nuts and cheese smoked in the museum’s smoke house, herbed punch and the 75th anniversary beer, George Bros. Historic Arkansas Ale, developed by Stone’s Throw Brewing.
From Rev. Jaimie Alexander Jaimie Alexander
One of the gifts of summer are blackberries! I have a blackberry addiction and there is nothing like wild blackberries for the best flavor. My grandmother is the one that nurtured the love of blackberries in her family. In my childhood, blackberries meant that she would make blackberry jelly and blackberry cobblers. She always tired to make her jelly without pectin or sur-jel and most of the time she mastered her jelly setting up but occasionally ( it was rare occasion) it did not set up to suit her. So in blackberry season, I still enjoy preparing recipes using blackberries but rarely have enough blackberries to make jelly. This week's recipes are Miss Emma Blackberry Cobbler, Quick Blackberry cobbler, Blackberry Cheesecake Dessert, and Chocolate Chip Blackberry Ice Cream. So grab a bucket and pick some blackberries and then tie on your apron and prepare these recipes! Miss Emma's Blackberry Cobbler 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) cold butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for greasing 3/4 cup sugar 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon , plus more for dusting 2 cups fresh 1/2 to 2/3 cup milk Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Butter a 1-quart or baking pan. In a medium , combine the sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, berries and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and set aside. In a medium bowl, use a or two knives to cut the butter into the remaining 2 cups flour. Stir in just enough milk to make a soft dough that pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Turn the dough out on a lightly floured board and pat it into a square. Use a to roll it to 1/2 inch thick. Cut the dough into 2-inch-wide strips. Pour 1 cup of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Arrange half of the dough strips on top of the berries, placing them close together. Bake until brown, about 12 minutes, then remove from the oven and pour the remaining berry mixture over the baked strips. Arrange another layer of dough strips on top and bake until brown, about 15 minutes. Serve warm with . Quick Blackberry Cobbler 1/2 stick butter, melted, plus more for greasing pan 1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar 1 cup 1 cup whole milk 2 cups fresh (or frozen) blackberries Whipped cream and/or , for serving Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 3-quart with butter. In a medium bowl, whisk 1 cup sugar with the flour and milk. Whisk in the melted butter. Rinse the and pat them dry. Pour the batter into the baking dish. Sprinkle the blackberries evenly over the top of the batter. Sprinkle 1/4 cup sugar over the blackberries. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 1 hour. When 10 minutes of the cooking time remains, sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar over the top. Top with or ice cream . . . or both! Blackberry Cheesecake Dessert Crust: Cooking spray, for spraying foil One 11-ounce box vanilla wafers 1/2 cup pecans 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, melted Filling: Three 8-ounce packages cream cheese 1 1/2 cups sugar
party. Color pages, pens, Barbecue pencils, markers and fla- competition vored tea will be provided. at Russellville On the last Thursday Professional barbecue each month, at 10 a. m., there will be Bingo games teams from across the US with small prizes for win- will be firing up their grills August 13-14 at the Pope ners.
Historic Arkansas Museum celebrating 75th Anniversary on July 19 Historic Arkansas Museum, a museum of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Tuesday, July 19, with free admission to the historic grounds, live music, living history, costumed interpreters and cupcakes from 10 am to 5 pm followed by an anniversary reception from 5 to 6:30 pm. Encounter Jesse Hinderliter in the c. 1827 Hinderliter Grog Shop, Little Rock’s oldest surviving structure, and James McVicar in the 1840s McVicar House. Enjoy live music by Lark in the Morning in the 1840s Brownlee House and take home kitchen pepper from the Brownlee Kitchen. Make corn shuck dolls and visit
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County Fairgrounds to compete in this Arkansas State BBQ Championship certified by the Kansas City Barbecue Society. It’s all part of the Valley Music Fest coming to Russellville featuring 22 bands on 2 stages over the 2 days. The headlining acts are The Marshall Tucker Band and The Kentucky Headhunters. Governor Hutchinson has signed a proclamation declaring this event an Arkansas State Championship with $5000 in cash prizes. For those who might not interested in becoming a Certified Barbecue Judge, there will be a People’s Choice competition both Saturday and Sunday offering the public an opportunity to sample and vote for their favorite pulled pork and hot wings prepared by the teams. Proceeds from Valley Music Fest benefit the local Boys and Girls Club, Disabled American Veterans, and CASA. More information can be found at www.valleymusicfest.com or by calling 479-304-7777.
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 4 eggs 1/2 cup sour cream Topping: 4 cups blackberries 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. For the crust: Line a 9-by-13-inch rectangular baking pan with foil and spray with cooking spray. Place the vanilla wafers and pecans into the bowl of a food processor and pulse until the mixture becomes crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse again until combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press the crumbs into the bottom of the pan. (If they come up the sides, that's okay!) For the filling: Beat the cream cheese, sugar and vanilla together in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add the sour cream and mix again. Pour the filling into the crust, smooth the top and bake for 50 minutes. Turn off the oven, open the oven door and allow the pan to sit in the open oven for 15 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool. For the topping: Add the blackberries, sugar and 1/4 cup water to a saucepan or skillet. Bring to a boil over mediumhigh heat and cook until the juices thicken slightly, 4 to 5 minutes. In a small bowl, make a slurry by stirring together the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water until smooth. Add the slurry to the berries, return to the boil and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and cool the mixture. Pour the blackberries over the cheesecake and place the pan into the fridge to cool and set for at least 2 hours (several hours is better). When ready to serve, remove the cheesecake from the pan by lifting the edges of the foil. Slice into 15 pieces with a long serrated knife. Chocolate Chip Blackberry Ice Cream 2 pints fresh 1 1/4 cups sugar Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 1/2 cups half-and-half 5 large egg yolks 1 1/2 cups 4 ounces Combine the blackberries, 1/4 cup sugar and the in a . Cook over low heat until the blackberries are broken down and syrupy, about 20 minutes. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh into a bowl, using a or spoon to force as much of the deep purple liquid through as you can; set aside to cool. Discard the pulp and seeds. Heat the half-and-half and the remaining 1 cup in a saucepan over mediumlow heat. Meanwhile, whisk the egg yolks in a bowl until pale yellow and thick. Temper the egg yolks by splashing in a very small amount of the warm halfand-half mixture while whisking constantly. Slowly pour the tempered yolks into the saucepan with the half-and-half and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Stir the heavy cream into the bowl with the berry mixture, then pour in the egg mixture and stir to combine. in an ice cream maker (in batches, if necessary) according to the maker's instructions. Chop the chocolate into chunks and stir into the . Transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for several hours or overnight.for several hours or overnight.
THANK YOU! We appreciate all the support you have given our family during this difficult time. Thank you for the food, flowers and visits. May God bless you all! With Love, The Burleson Family Chuck and Joyce Kathy, Jackie and Heather p
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Cotton Plant Historical Museum hosts program for library group The Cotton Plant Historical Museum recently put on a program for the ECARLS, Cotton Plant Branch Library. One of the topics for discussions was the “Then and Now” as it relates to Cotton and Farming Equipment. Richard Klerk, Extension Agent with U of A Extension service put on this portion of the program and did an outstanding job. Every student and adult that didn’t know, left knowing that there’s 480 pounds to a standard bale of cotton. Everyone was able to tour the
museum and look at the farm equipment that was donated by Farmers Gin, the Chappell Brothers and the Stalk of Cotton that came from Representative Michael John Gray’s farm in 2014. Everyone was also able to take a look at the cotton as it would look in the field at this present time which was planted by Roger Lacefield at the museum’s site. The second portion of the program was” How to make Homemade Ice Cream,” this was put on by Jerry and Chef Roger Lacefield. Jerry and Roger started off giving
the recipe for the base of their ice cream. She talked about the old wooden ice cream makers that were used in the 1940’s and how the price of an ice cream cone was only 5 cents. Then we were all able to enjoy homemade ice cream. As Museum Director, I thanked the Library Tech, Regina Sawyer for thinking enough of the museum to allow us to put on this program. Of course Mayor Ryland is just like a visa card, “ Everywhere he ought to be”, so thanks, mayor. -Angela Rylans
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A BIG THANK YOU to Steve Sanner for the great job he’s doing this week mowing our ditches and ditch banks! So thankful Prairie County judge keeps our roads graded. People South of Cross Roads can’t even get Lonoke County to grade their roads. I went for coffee time at Ms. Maxine Walters’ last Wednesday morning. I was extra blessed. Ms. Dortha Bone had spent Monday and Monday night with her. I was so glad to see Ms. Dortha. She was going home after lunch that day. Her knees are bone to bone, but her doctor told her to not stop. She has a garden of course, but happened to say her squash was not doing good. Guess what I had in the car. They were tickled that I gave them plenty of squash. Looks odd, but good. Our late loved Jack and Vonnie Ingle’s trailer got moved out last week. I hated seeing it sitting there wasting. Please keep my Sis, Clara Clark, in your Prayers. Saturday, Nikki Kirk had come over to hook up a printer for her. They went to Cabot for a few things. That gets Clara every time,. She sure enjoys company and spending time with friends! She has so much trouble with her arm and shoulder on top of bad leg and feet burning and freezing. Just can’t explain it. She hasn’t been anywhere since Saturday evening, Anita (Graham) Ingle had her 60th birthday party at the Higginson Baptist Church. They had a fish fry, cakes and Vanessa Graham made cupcakes. They had several buckets of homemade ice cream. There were around sixty friends and family in attendance. I was glad I attendedchurch service at Hickory Plains Baptist Church Sunday night. I was mainly going to see my sweet MaKenzie White get baptized. They had all been to Church Camp and were all excited for the Lord! I enjoyed hearing the WORD from Eli Loyd and Spencer Blackwood. I al-
ways enjoy seeing my friends that attend there. I finally went to the chiropractor Saturday and Monday. Bob and I ate at Waffle House in Cabot. He told them there that I had to get better. It was getting expensive taking me to breakfast. He enjoyed it, too. HA! Granny Nell Price got on to me Monday evening. I told her I had got done mowing my yard. She said, ”What good did it do to go to the chiropractor and then get on the mower?” It didn’t make my back hurt but it did my shoulder. Granny Nell Price had surgery Tuesday to remove a bone spur from her toe. She has suffered severely with it. She got to come home after surgery. Pray for fast healing. Send her a card, 10860 Bully Price Rd., Ward, AR 72176. There were nineteen in attendance at the “Ladies Drop By” Tuesday. Those attending were Dessle Covington, Judy Gore, Barbara Ingle, Jewel Ashmore, Faye Martin, Ethel McCall, Otha Nell Parker, Robbie Veazey, Pat Johnson, Janice Bell, Margie Speight, Lynwood Neaville, Mary Grace Smith, Vanessa Graham, Pat Welch, Mamie Graham, Dora Holloway, Faye Carlisle and Opal Crider. I sure enjoyed it. I haven’t got to attend in long time. Lynda Kirk will have surgery July 20. Please keep her in your Prayers. Send cards to, PO Box 332, Hickory Plains, AR 72066. The next “Ladies Drop By” will be Tuesday, August 9, at Hickory Plains United Methodist Church at 1:00 p.m. Come join in on the good food, fun fellowship and GOOD MEDICINE for all! Everyone needs to know that Ms. Dortha Bone will have a 90th Birthday celebration on Saturday, July 23. Please NO GIFTS, but they want all to write a memory we have of Ms. Dortha. They had us do that on her 80th and she still enjoys reading them! Hickory Plains One Stop wants to let everyone know that Tracy will serve breakfast on Sunday mornings. She will al-
so have a Sunday lunch special for $5 .99. Dinner SPECIALS on TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS! Come out and enjoy! Please support Hickory Plains Post Office by purchasing stamps, mailing packages, etc. there. Support our OWN local Postmaster, Tammy Bruce. The Hickory Plains Post Office hours are Mon.-Fri. 12:30 P M- 2:30 PM, Sat. 10 AM-1:30 PM. (REMINDER) For people to call 870-854-3703 or email me () their News. Please call or send!!! If you want birthdays in my column and you know I don’t put them in, please let me know! I know people do things that we would all enjoy reading about. Not many let me know so that’s why many weeks is about Me and Mine! Have a Good Week In The Lord! Happy Birthday July 18 to Angelo Coppola! Happy 64th Anniversary July 19 to Everett and Willie Evans! Happy Birthday July 20 to Tina Hanks! Happy Anniversary July 21 to Bill and Grace King! Happy Birthday July 22 to Larry Lenderman! Happy 11th Birthday July 23 to Caleb Cochran (our grandson)! Happy Birthday July 23 to Ryan Clark! Happy 90th Birthday July 23 to Ms. Dortha Bone! And because you belong to him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death. Romans 8:2, NLT
Folks, I have a bad leg and it said, “quit walking on me” and guess what I ‘minded’ really well-spent the whole day on the couch. So, news may be short. The Cabot Brown boys (Carter and Tucker) spent Thursday. thru Sunday here with Poppa and Nana Brown. My company has been Bert Sutton of Bald Knob, who grew up here and Billy Duncan of Greenbrier, and son, Stan of Conway. Billy also visited Mickey and Billye Holder here and on to Cotton Plant to visit Rustie Copeland and to McCrory to see T.J. Brown. Billy was just a ’kid’
when he came here to preach and the Browns lived here then and we all finished ‘raising’ him. (and we did a dang good job.) Stan and I visited T.J. on Thursday. I listened while they talked HORSES. Fannie Peters had Virginia Davis of Caldwell and Johnny and Mary Ann Barnett and Phillip of Forrest City join her at church and then they went out to eat Our Pastor, Dan Weeks, had surgery Monday on his shoulder. We hope this one does better than the other one. Mickey and Billye Holder and Michelle
Brown went to Little Rock last Wednesday to treat Matt Brown to a birthday dinner. They made Dad, Donny, stay home and work. Ima Jean Lindsey and Nell Richardson went to Ward’s Country Dance last week to listen to the Sugar Creek Band. On Sat. July 3, Vickie joined them at Judsonia to listen to Sugar Creek and watch the fireworks. On Sunday evening they were at the Woodruff County Health Center to listen to Rockin Steve’s Band play and him sing. Rosetta
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It’s that time again when the kids and parents are getting ready to go to Church Camp for a week. I think the grownups enjoy it as well as the youngsters. We had good services today. Ball games are taking some of our parents as well as the young ones. Sandy and I took John to the heart doctor last week. He got a good report. Keep doing the same thing and come back in 6 months. We also took him to the eye doctor. He saw a slight film over one eye and wants us to take him to Dr. McFarland, so we have an appointment soon. Kylee came to stay a while one day again while her Mom worked. Cody brought Kylee and Cooper over on Saturday for a little visit before they go to
Church camp. We had several on our prayer list. Charlene gave me a call saying Margie Vail was serious in the hospital. She is on our prayer list. Barbara Felts’ daughter was seriously injured and is in the hospital. Charlene (herself) is not doing to well. She has serious heart problems. Says she mainly lies on the couch as she doesn’t feel well. Tommy Martin fell again and is in the Nursing Home in Carlisle for therapy. He has cuts and bruises. Hopefully he will be there for 30 days or so. We are sorry to hear that Tommy Holmes is having surgery Monday, also. Ronnie Loudermilk is having surgery Monday morning for inflammation under his
eye. Our prayers go out to each one. Charles Ingle is having trouble with bad teeth. He has had several fillings that will not hold. So he is having them all pulled. Bruce Ingle of Des Arc called me Saturday evening. He is doing very well. He says his mom, Audrey, has not been feeling well lately. Our Homecoming at the New Bethel Baptist Churchwill be on Sunday, July 31, with a revival the following week. We are looking forward to that. We are wishing everyone good health so they can go out to Chu rch as there will be Revival Meetings going on in several churches as usual this summer.
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Arkansas delegates with Congressman Crawford and U.S. Ambassador Jeffrey DeLaurentis at the Ambassador's residence on Wednesday, June 29.
Havana, Cuba - The Arkansas Rice Federation joined other Arkansas representatives in Cuba last week to meet with the country's leaders and discuss the future of trade between the two nations. The delegation was briefed on the latest developments in Cuban farming by the Ministry of Agriculture and also met with representatives of the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Trade, Alimport and Havana University. Alimport is a state-owned operation responsible for all importing and exporting of agricultural products for Cuba. Arkansas World Trade Cen-
ter coordinated the trip, and the delegation included Arkansas Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward. "Arkansas agriculture recognizes the value in further developing these relationships prior to the easing of financial restrictions that currently hinder trade with Cuba," Secretary Ward said. "Having key conversations with organizations like Alimport now are crucial to put Arkansas in the best position for future business." Delegates also met with U.S. Congressman Rick Crawford at the U.S. Embassy, where he provided an update on legislative efforts and discussed the potential escalation of efforts to ease trade restrictions.
Discovery Farms are empowering agricultural producers to effectively address natural resource issues Agriculture is considered by some as the leading source of nutrients delivered to the Gulf of Mexico. Excessive nutrients in the Gulf lead to a large seasonal hypoxic zone that creates unsuitable habitat for aquatic organisms. It is a serious natural resource issue that has garnered national attention from federal and state agencies alike. Research and Education is a fundamental cornerstone to addressing this regional water quality concern. There are several differllent educational approaches and strategies to help agricultural producers minimize nutrient loss in runoff. A challenge with any educational program related to natural resource concerns is finding a way to get private land owners to truly engage to the point of actively addressing the issue. It's difficult for landowners to envision the connection from their land to large-scale, regional issues such as the Gulf of Mexico, especially when little to no nutrient loss data has been collected from their farm. So what are the most effective educational approaches to engaging agricultural producers on sensitive natural resource issues, such as off-site water quality concerns? While that is a tough question to answer, one approach, the Discovery Farm Program, was initiated in Wisconsin by the Wisconsin Extension Service, and has been implemented in six States to date, (Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota,
Arkansas, Illinois and Washington). This Program has proven effective in getting producers actively engaged in determining their impact and finding management solutions that work on their farm for their situation. Discovery Farms are real, working private farms that allow the monitoring and documentation of water resource parameters related to on-farm conservation management and environmental issues. Additionally, Discovery Farms serve as a platform for research, demonstration and as a centerpiece for educational efforts. Discovery Farms are based on the following principles; 1) Stakeholder Driven - Producer Led, 2) Sound Science - Research-based and Unbiased, and 3) Transparency and 4) Partnerships. So why is Discovery Farms an effective educational approach? First, The Discovery Farm Program empowers agricultural producers to take ownership and become a part of the solution in resolving concerns related to water quantity and quality by providing measured data on runoff water quality in terms of sediment and nutrient losses, water use efficiency, and soil health. It provides the farmer with data from his or her farm that has never been provided to them before. Farmers respect data collected on and from their farms and it often serves as a catalyst for the farmer to begin thinking about alternative
management strategies. Farmers often come up with the best solutions because they best know their farm and their own capabilities. For example, if farmers see data on nutrient loss from their farming operation that they deem unacceptable, they will look for solutions as fertilizer is a major input in terms of cost. While collecting on-farm data collection is important to the program, the value of Discovery Farms in education cannot be over emphasized. The data is certainly used by Extension and other conservation professionals in educational and outreach programs. For example, multiple field tours, workshops, and presentations are conducted in each of the participating States annually in educational efforts. Field tours have been especially effective in educating both farm groups and the public at large. There is something enhanced in the educational effort when individuals can step foot on the farm and see first-hand the challenges and solutions, but most importantly hear from the Discovery Farmer. Which brings us to the next point; Discovery Farmers have been empowered by the program to become educators as the data provides the basis for confidently imparting knowledge to others. Farmer to farmer exchange has traditionally been one of the most effective methods to on-farm adoption of innovation and conservation practices.
Arkansas Corn & Grain Sorghum News Jason Kelley – Wheat and Feed Grains Extension Agronomist University of Arkansas,
Much of our early planted corn is progressing towards maturity and has made it to the dent stage (R5). One would think that once corn has reached the dent stage, maturity (R6) would be soon to follow, however it is a slow process and generally takes 21-24 days with normal temperatures for our full season hybrids to go from R5 to R6. During the R5 stages, the kernel is still adding a great deal of weight and yield potential. At the beginning of the R5 stage, only about 45% of the total kernel dry weight has been accumulated. By the R5.5 stage (starch line 50% down), approximately 90% of the kernel dry matter has accumulated and by the R5.75 stage (starch line 75% down) 97% of the kernel dry matter has accumulated. Maintaining adequate soil moisture through the R5 stages is needed to maximize kernel weight and yield potential. The goal of irrigation termination timing is to have adequate soil moisture to reach the R6 stage without irrigating more than needed. There are several ways to determine
corn maturity and whether irrigation can be terminated. The most obvious is to look at the kernel and see how far down the starch line has moved. The starch line begins at the top of the kernel and slowly progresses down the kernel Once the starch line has moved half way down the kernel, you are approximately 10-12 days to maturity with normal July temperatures. If the starch line has moved dllown the kernel 50% or more and you have good soil moisture, irrigation on furrow irrigated fields could be terminated. At 50% starch line movement and good soil moisture, the plant should have enough moisture to reach maturity without running out of water. For pivot irrigated fields, the starch line needs to be 75% or greater down the kernel before irrigation is terminated since less water is likely applied during each irrigation. If in doubt that the plant will have adequate moisture to reach maturity, it is advisable to irrigate once more, especially if hot and dry conditions are present. Keep in mind that maturity may be variable across a field, so it is advisable to
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check several spots in a field to get an accurate measurement of maturity. Also on any given ear, maturity will vary from the top to the bottom of the ear. I recommended looking at kernels from the middle of the ear for reference. Once the kernel has reached the R6 Stage a black layer should be readily seen by scraping the bottom of the kernel. The black layer formation will occur over a few days and will begin as a tan/gray color and slowly increase in size and become black in color. At true black layer no further moisture enters the kernel and grain moisture is approximately 35%. Keeping track of Growing Degree Day (GDD) accumulation or often called heat units can also provide a relative estimation of corn maturity. GDD’s for corn are calculated as: GDD = [(Min Temp+ Max Temp)/2] -50. Most corn hybrids grown in Arkansas are full season hybrids and have a relative maturity of 110-120 days and require approximately 2700-2950 GDD’s from planting to reach maturity. With accurate and local high and low temperature data, keeping track of accumulated
GDD’s can accurately track corn maturity. In corn that I have this year, silking dates were nearly identical to published GDD’s required for silking. In past years maturity was also very well predicted by accumulated GDD’s. Current GDD accumulation across Arkansas for late March planted corn is running 2130-2300 GDD’s. For an example, corn planted on March 28th in Dumas, AR has reached approximately 2300 GDD’s. If the hybrid required 2800 GDD’s to maturity, that corn would be mature in approximately 16 days with average temperatures that allow for 30 GDD accumulation per day. Keeping track of heat units can help provide an estimation of when maturity will occur. For a weekly summary of accumulated heat units for selected areas of Arkansas see the weekly corn and grain sorghum verification report at: http://www.uaex.edu/far m-ranch/crops-commercial-horticulture/corn/# There are also several computer based programs and phone/ipad apps that will estimate accumulated GDD’s and growth stage based on your planting
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Brent Griffin CEA-Staff Chair Prairie County Cooperative Extension Service P.O. Box 388 DeValls Bluff, AR 72041 (Office) 870-998-2614 (Mobile) 870-351-54616
Week of July 4 l Days of field work: 7 Top soil Moisture: 100% Short Sub soil Moisture: 75% Short, 25% Adequate
Main Activities: Farmers continued intense irrigation on all crops. Insect and disease pressure continue to increase in corn, soybeans, rice, and pasture. Crop Progress: Corn: 100% milk 75% dough/dent Soybean: 100% planted, 100% emerged, 70% bloom, 50% setting pods Cotton: 100% squared Rice: 15% headed
Crop Condition: Corn: 25% Poor, 75% Good Rice: 20% Poor, 80% Fair Soybean: 25% Poor, 75% Fair Cotton: 100% Fair Pasture/Hay: 50% Poor 50% Fair
Upcoming Event July 19: 1 PM Meeting, Advadas Diner, Carlisle, 11:00 a. m., Dr. Gus Lorenz, Ext. Entomologist, and Mike Hamilton, Irrigation Education.
Agriculture will benefit from embargo changes Trying to change the United States' embargo against Cuba is a very politically charged and sensitive topic, particularly for the Cuban Americans who live in south Florida. However, Arkansas, and in particular Arkansas agriculture, stands to benefit greatly from a few small changes to that embargo. After working with other
members on the House floor, this week Mr. Crawford worked towards an agreement that will lead to more permanent legislation that can change the embargo in a way that allows Arkansas to sell its goods to the island nation while still respecting the sensibilities of Florida constituents.
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date and location. These programs are quick and easy to use and are another useful tool to estimate corn maturity. Please contact me by email at jkelley@uaex.edu, if you have questions or comments regarding this newsletter. This article and other timely articles on Arkansas crops can be found at: www.arkansascrops.com
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Lending a helping hand: Des Arc High School Football Coach Drake Widener and his Senior High Football players were on hand Wednesday morning, July 13 to lend Rodney Adams a helping hand weeding the flower bed at the Farmers and Merchants Bank gazebo at Riverfront Park. Many “Thanks” to Coach Widener and the team for their help. The team was participating in a Seven on Seven camp in Cabot at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon.
Pride of the Prairie Pee Wee Football Camp Zac DeVore receives scholarship to be held Saturday at Hinson-Rollins Field from Arkansas Farm Bureau The “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee Football Camp will be held this Saturday, July 16 at Hinson-Rollins Field in Des Arc. The “non-contact” Camp is geared toward kids First through Sixth grades. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. with camp beginning at 8:30 a.m. Camp will end at 11:30 a.m. with lunch to follow. Cost of the camp is $40.00 per camper. This includes all camp activities, a camp t-shirt, hydration station and lunch. Each camper will receive positive individual instruction on the game of foot-
Lisa Gibson named to UALR Chancellor’s List LITTLE ROCK, AR -- Lisa Gibson of Des Arc, Ark., a(n) Interdisciplinary Studies major, has been named to the Spring 2016 Chancellor's List at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. UALR recognizes superior academic performance at the end of each semester in which certain qualifications have been met. To be named to the UALR Chancellor's List, a student must have completed at least nine hours for credit with a grade of A, B, C, or CR, and maintained at least a 3.9 grade point average. In addition, the student must not have received a grade of D, F, Incomplete, or No Credit. With about 11,000 students and 100 programs, UALR offers learning, research, service, social and career opportunities that can only be found at a metropolitan university located in Arkansas' capital city.
DAHS Calendar Registration for 2016-17 Term 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m Seniors-July 20 Sr. Pictures (Appointment time will be sent in mail) Juniors-Aug. 1 Sophomores-Aug. 2 Freshmen-Aug. 3 Eighth-Aug. 4 Seventh-Aug. 8
7th Grade Orientation Aug. 8, 5:30 p.m.
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ball. Local 2016 area college signees along with Arkansas Razorbacks Clint Stoerner, Tommy Harris, Matt Harris and Brison Manor will be in attendance. Also, Ouachita Baptist University All-American Brent Calhoun, standout defensive back Waymond Johnson and Dallas Cowboys great, Cliff Harris will encourage youth players to work their hardest. High School athletes, coaches and football staff will work at the camp in order to provide each camper with quality instruction.
Each camp session will also deal with the teaching and discussion of character issues such as honesty and sportsmanship. Also, each camper will have a chance to earn awards at the end of camp day. There will be plenty of water provided. To register, go to www.prideoftheprairie.net. Forms may be brought to pre-registration on the day of camp. “This is a great opportunity for local young boys and girls to have a great time in a fun camp,” said Cyle Harris, coordinator.
Tax Free Holiday coming first weekend in August, 2016 School starts August 15 and thus comes the task of purchasing school supplies. Parents look forward to the Tax Free Holiday each year to save money on items for school. The Tax Free Weekend in Arkansas begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 6, 2016 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 7, 2016. Sales Tax Holiday allows shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, school art supplies, school instructional materials and clothing free of state and local sales or use tax. All retailers are required to participate and may not charge tax on items that are
legally tax-exempt during the Sales Tax Holiday. State and local sales tax will not be collected on the sale of clothing and footwear if the sales price is less than $100.00 per item, clothing accessories and equipment if the sales price is less than $50.00 per item, school supplies, school art supplies and school instsructional materials. Listed below are just some of the items listed as exempt: binders, book bags, calculators, notebooks, lunch boxes, uniforms, shoes, briefcases, sketch and drawing pads, reference books, and textbooks.
Senior and Junior High Football Workout Schedule July 18-Sr. High-8:00-10:00 a.m. Cabot Seven on Seven 4:30 p.m. Jr. High-11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. July 19-Sr. High-8:00-10:00 a.m. Jr. High-11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. July 20-Sr. High-8:00-10:00 a.m. Cabot Seven on Seven 4:30 p.m. Jr. High-11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. July 21-Sr. High-11:00-1:00 p.m. Jr. High Team Camp-9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. July 25-Sr. High-8-10 a.m. Cabot Seven on Seven 4:30 p.m. Jr. High-11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. July 26-Sr. High-Stuttgart Team Camp-9:00 a.m. Jr. High-1:00-3:00 p.m. July 27-Sr. High-8:00-10:00 a.m. Jr. High-11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. July 28-Senior and Junior HighParent Meeting at Gym-6:00 p.m.
2016 Des Arc Jr. and Sr. High Football Schedule Aug. 23 * Sept. 2 Sept. 9 Sept. 16 Sept. 23 ** Sept. 30 Oct. 7 Oct. 14 Oct. 21 Oct. 28 Nov. 3 *** Aug. 23 * Sept. 1 Sept. 8 Sept. 15 Sept. 22 Sept. 29 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 20 Oct. 27
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LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation Committee has named the 12 recipients of the $3,000 Farm Bureau Foundation scholarship for the 20162017 school year. Scholarship recipients are Arkansas residents, members of a Farm Bureau family and enrolled as juniors or seniors in pursuit of an agriculture-related degree at a state-accredited university. “Arkansas Farm Bureau has always been an advocate for higher education,” said Arkansas Farm Bureau President Randy Veach of Manila (Mississippi County). “The future of Arkansas agriculture is dependent on the young adults who are pursuing agricultural careers. Supporting them remains a priority for this organization.” The scholarship recipients are: Colleen Burris of Farmington (Washington County). She is an agriculture education major at Southern Arkansas University. Lauren Cheevers of Fayetteville (Washington County). She is an agriculture education, communications and technology major at the University of Arkansas. Tristen Clanton of Her-
systems and technology management major at the University of Arkansas. Lindsey Triplett of Conway (Faulkner County). She is an agriculture business and public relations major at Arkansas Tech University. Arkansas Farm Bureau and county Farm Bureau organizations have awarded more than $1 million to assist more than 2,000 youth with their college expenses. In addition to the Foundation scholarship, the organization annually awards the Romeo E. Short scholarship to students enrolled in the Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences at the University of Arkansas and the Marvin Vines Memorial scholarship to a broadcast journalism student at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro. Many county Farm Bureaus also award scholarships to young people in local communities. Arkansas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit, private advocacy organization of more than 190,000 families throughout the state working to improve farm and rural life. Zac is a 2014 DAHS grduate and is son of Tim and Teresa DeVore of the Oak Prairie Community, Des Arc.
mitage (Bradley County). He is an agriculture communication and animal science major at the University of Arkansas. Zachary DeVore of Des Arc (Prairie County). He is an agriculture business major at the University of Arkansas. Kaycee Grissum of Mountain Home (Baxter County). She is an agriculture business major at Arkansas State University. Allison Gurley of Magnolia (Columbia County). She is an agriculture business major at Arkansas State University. Austin Hamm of Elkins (Washington County). He is an agriculture, food and life science major at the University of Arkansas. Katelin Hyman of Fouke (Miller County). She is an agriculture business major at the University of Arkansas. Nicholas Meeks of Hamburg (Ashley County). He is an agriculture business major at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Caleigh Sue Moyer of (Washington Lincoln County). She is an agriculture business major at Southern Arkansas University. Colton Teekell of Prairie Grove (Washington County). He is an agriculture
2016-17 Des Arc Elementary School Supply List Kindergarten: $25.00 Supply Fee Nap Mat
Fourth Grade $30.00 Supply Fee
First Grade $25.00 Supply Fee
Fifth and Sixth Grade 1- 1 1/2 inch 3-ring binder 2-packages Wide-Ruled Loose Leaf Notebook Paper 2-Composition Notebooks Colored Pencils Highlighters 4-Expo Markers 8-10 Tab DIviders 2-Glue Sticks 12 or more #2 Pencils 1-Pencil Bag Crayola Markers 2-One Subject Spiral Notebooks
Second Grade $30.00 Supply Fee
Third Grade $30.00 Supply Fee
Grades K-6 will need a backpack without wheels.
Open House is Tuesday, August 9 K-2nd grades at 6:00 p.m. 3rd-6th grades at 7:00 p.m. All supplies/fees are due no later than August 19, 2016
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District Court Hearings The following cases were heard before Judge Robert Abney in District Court Hearings held in the Courtroom at Des Arc City Hall on Monday, July 11, 2016: City Cases Douglas L. Caruthers, Des Arc, charged with Failure to Pay and Failure to Appear on a Written Summons. Case Review. Emily Ann Fetters, Des Arc, charged with No LiaSenbility Insurance. tenced to Fine and Cost of $265.00. Wyatt Covington, Des Arc, charged with Improper Window Tinting. Bond Forfeited. Terasha L. Larkin, DeValls Bluff, charged with Expired Vehicle License. Bond Forfeited. Teresa L. HansbroughBerry, Beebe, charged with No Liability Insurance. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $265.00. Thornell Williams, Des Arc, charged with Violation of No Contact Order. Guilty. Sentenced to 30 days Prairie County Jail suspended upon Completion of In-house Rehabilitaion. Marshelle L. Crisco, Cabot, charged with Failure to Pay. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $380.00. John Wayne Woods, Des Arc, charged with Failure
to Pay. Guilty. Sentenced to Fine and Cost of $380.00 and two days Community Service. John A. Neal, Stuttgart, charged with Violation of Property Cleanup Ordinance. Continued to July 18, 2016 by Motion of Defendant. James D. Alverson, Des Arc, charged with Violation of Property Cleanup Ordinance. Defendant advised property was not his. Taken under advisement. Continued to July 18, 2016. Joseph Marshall Hitt, Des Arc, charged with Violation of Property Cleanup Ordinance and Violation of Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance. Continued to July 25, 2016. State Cases Christopher Scott King, Lonoke, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor and Failure to Appear on a Written Summons x2. Continued to July 18, 2016. Douglas L. Caruthers, Des Arc, charged with No Liability Insurance No Seat Belt, Exceeding Posted Speed 67MPH/55 Zone and Failure to Appear on a Written Summons. Case Review. Elizabeth Delhia Box, Ward, charged with No LiaProof bility Insurance. Shown. Charge Dismissed.
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Carol Jean Strickland, Hot Springs, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver LicenseClass A Misdemeanor. Failed to Appear. Issue Warrant. Daren R. Covington, Des Arc, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Harry A. Crook, Lonoke, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Conley Travis Isbell, Cabot, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 74 MPH/55 Zone. Plead Not Guilty. Hearing set for August 11, 2016. Paul D. Norman, Des Arc, charged with No Seat Belt. Bond Forfeited. Drake A. Ingle, Des Arc, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 84 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited. Jade Higgs, Mabelvale, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor. Continued to July 18, 2016 by Motion of Defendant. Jason L. Churchwell, Griffithville, charged with Boating While Intoxicated and No Kill Switch. Transfer Case to Hazen for July 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. K e n n e t h S . Mo r t o n , Ward, charged with Failure to Pay. Failed to Appear. Issue Letter.
What if you could reduce your electric bill while increasing the comfort of your home? More and more utilities are finding ways to do this, often using “tariffed onbill financing.” Tariffed on-bill financing may be a dry term, but programs in this category have exciting benefits for residential electric utility customers. These programs - sometimes billed as “Upgrade to Save” or “Pay as You Save” - can save customers hundreds of dollars annually, enable utilities to provide energy efficiency upgrades, help homeowners build equity in their homes, and create local jobs. Using a tariffed on-bill approach, a utility covers the upfront cost of an energy efficiency or distributed generation project for a customer’s home. The customer pays for the upgrade, usually over many years,
via a small “tariff,” or fee, on their bill. Because these projects help customers use less energy, programs can be designed so the total cost of each bill is still lower than before they installed the upgrades. Rural electric cooperatives, which serve 45 million rural Americans nationally, usually are eligible to apply for millions of dollars to finance these programs using the Energy Efficiency Conservation Loan Program (EECLP). This program provides lowinterest loans to rural utilities to help customers install energy efficiency or other clean energy projects. Using EECLP and on-bill financing, rural electric cooperatives are in a position to infuse millions of dollars into the rural communities they serve. For more On-Bill Financing information contact Stephanie Enloe, at stephaniee@cfra.org. ###
Kivu, male gorilla, now at Little Rock Zoo Kivu, a western lowland gorilla has been strutting his stuff and getting used to his new home at the Little Rock Zoo where he’s been living since June. He’s now the leader of the Zoo’s formerly all-female family. Curator Syd Tanner said Kivu is still hesitant in the new enclosure and has been spending short periods of time outdoors. Tanner also noted that the Arkansas summer heat may be playing a factor. “He’s a smart boy,” she said. “He may just prefer being in the air conditioning.”
The 24-year-old silverback came to the Little Rock from the Santa Barbara Zoo, where he was one of two bachelors. The other troop member, Kivu’s brother Goma, has moved to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado to join females there. Kivu and Goma play an important role in the conservation of the western lowland gorilla. Their genes are needed to maintain the genetic diversity of gorillas in human care as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan. The
plan makes breeding recommendations and helps participating zoos find mates for threatened species. The Western lowland gorilla is an endangered species found predominately in Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The two main threats for this species are habitat destruction and hunger which drives people to hunt gorillas for bushmeat.
Prairie County Courthouse News The following information was obtained from the records at the Prairie County Courthouses in Des Arc and DeValls Bluff on Tuesday, July 12:
Land Transfers Fiduciary Deed George and Mary McVey Trust, by its Trustees Alan McVey, Renee Wilkinson Haire and Michael McVey, Grantor, hand paid by Charles D. Estes and Laura D. Estes, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: Beginning at the NE corner of the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 15, T4N, R5W containing 1.5 acres, more or less.
Quitclaim Deed Celeste Wheeler and Donnie Wheeler, Grantors, hand paid by Ricky Branham and Elizabeth Fern Branham, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: East 1/2 of Lot Eight and all of Lot Nine of Block 25 Watkins Survey to the Town of Des Arc.
Warranty Deed Kimberly Stanley, Grantor, hand paid by Lee R. Slagley, Donna J. Slagley and Matthew I. Slagley, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: Lot Ten and the West 1/2 of Lot Eleven of Block 59,Watkins Survey to the Town of Des Arc.
Warranty Deed Ricky D. Branham and Elizabeth Fern Branham, Grantors, hand paid by Joshua P. Berry, Grantee, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: The South 100 feet of Lot Seven and the South 100 feet of the West 38 feet of Lot Eight, Block 27 Watkins Survey to the City of Des Arc.
Warranty Deed Frank M. Prislovsky, an unmarried person and as surviving spouse of Cynthia Prislovsky, Grantor, hand paid by Cody F. Knowlton, Grantee, the following described lands in the County of Praiarie, State of Arkansas: A part of the SW 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section Nine, T1S, R5W .
Prairie County Jail Count The following inmates are incarcerated in the Prairie County Jail at Des Arc as of Tuesday, July 12, 2016, according to Sheriff Gary Burnett: Walker, James Nicholas, 30, Commitment. Intake date June 6, 2016. Graham, Johnell Delacy, 19, charged with Aggravated Assault, Theft of Property, Theft by Receiving, Breaking or Entering and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. Intake date June 6, 2016. Mitchell, George W., 37, charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia x2. Intake date May 25, 2016. Rocha, Jimmy Jesus, 24, Hold for Another Department. Intake date April 4, 2016.
Jones, Bobby Joe, 56, Hold for ADC. Intake date March 3, 2016. Dulaney, Malary L., 31, charged with Attempted Murder, Kidnapping and Terroistic ThreateningFelony. Intake date May 5, 2016. Monroe, Traci, 23, Commitment. INtake date May 5, 2016. Allen, Wallace, 68, Commitment. Intake date Febr uary 24, 2016. Nady, Timothy Wayne, 36, charged with Careless Driving, Obstructing Governmental Operations, Disorderly Conduct, Carrying a Gun/Knife/Club as Weapon, Drinking on Highway and All Other Offenses. Commitment. Intake date May 14, 2016.
Williams, Justin W., 34, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date June 1, 2016. Metcalf, Nicoe Jerel, 28, charged with Probation Revocation. Intake date May 10, 2016. Ward, Jacob Edward, 25, charged with Battery-First Degree. Intake date May 27, 2016. Ramierez, Jose Rios, 31, charged with Possession of Controlled SubstanceFelony. Intake date May 14, 2016. McGee, Nickey A., 54, Commitment. Intake date May 19, 2016. Manjarez, Albar Diego, 24, Hold for Another Department. Intake date June 7, 2016. Earl, Teresa, 36, charged
with Aggravated Assault. Intake date June 8, 2016. McDaniel, Jeremiah Lamont, 37, Commitment. Intake date June 10, 2016. Hudson, Keenan Letrell, 18, charged with Theft by Receiving, Theft of Property, Breaking or Entering and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. Intake date June 6 2016. Fort, Hiram K., 51, Commitment. Intake date June 26, 2016. Stamps, Marcel Depree, 24, Commitment. Intake date June 21, 2016. Cohen, Eric E., 34, charged with Possession of Firearms by Certain Persons and Delivery/Manufacture of Cocaine. Intake date June 28, 2016. Hurt, Aaron ., 37, charged
with Contempt of Court. Intake date June 29, 2016. Treadwell, Jeffery Carol, 46, Commitment. Intake date June 29, 2016. Willliams, Thornell A., 31, charged with Violation of No Contact Order. Intake date June 30, 2016. Langhorn, Necko Damein, 26, charged with Failure to Appear-Felony. Intake date June 30, 2016. Brady, Melissa D., 38, Hold for PC Hearing. Hold for Another Department. Intake date July 11, 2016. Adams, Leah Rae, 27, charged with Disorderly Conduct. Intake date July 10, 2016. Gilmore, Tiara Leshay, 20, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date July 7, 2016.
Carpenter, Matt Leo, 36, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date July 8, 2016. Johnson, Daymeun D., 18, charged with Theft of Property and Possession of Controlled Substance. Intake date July 6, 2016. Langhorn, Courtney Deontea, 32, charged with Battery-Third Degree. Intake date July 9, 2016. Worley, Christopher T., 31, charged with Driving without Insurance, Failure to Pay Registration Fee, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia-Class A Misdemeanor, Possession of Marijuana and Driving on Suspended Driver License. Intake date July 10, 2016.
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In the Circuit Court of the Northern District of Prairie County, Arkansas PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of Lonnie Vernon Eades, Deceased 59N PR-16-13 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Last Known Address of Decedent: 6551 Hwy. 38 East, Des Arc, Arkansas 72040 Date of Death: March 31, 2016 The undersigned was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named Decedent on June 27, 2016. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. This notice first published this 7th day of July, 2016. Dennis Eades 1106 Eades Road Jefferson, AR 72029 Robert M. Abney, P.A. Attorney for the Estate P. O. Box 246 Des Arc, AR 72040 7/7/2c 870-256-4183
Now Is the Time to Buy!! INTEREST RATES ARE LOW! HUNTERS’ DREAM! Fish out the back door!! Cabin on the Lake, Lot Leased. 3 Large Rooms, plus kitchen, 1 bth, 300 sq/ ft. screened porch; Floating Boat Dock (2 boats) Horn Lake...............................................$37,000. Commer Property, 2000 sq. ft. bldg, plus Stg. Bldg. K & B Lane..........$75,000. 3 Bdr. 2 Ba. 1612 sq ft, .73 acre, Hwy. 38 E. ......... NEW LISTING....... $45,000. 3 Bdr, 1.5 Ba, 2306 sq. ft, 411 Pike..............................REDUCED ....... $75,000. 2 Bdr. 1 Ba, Remodeled, Storm Shelter, 108 Whippoorwill.................. $44,000. 5 Acres, Near Lake Des Arc, Bayou - Owner Finance......................... $21,000. 3 Ac Trac near Lake Des Arc & Bayou Des Arc (Owner Finance) $9,000 to $13,000.
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Journal Delivery Tracking Chart 24 tracked locations received last week’s JULY 7 issue next day, on FRI., JULY 8 USPS gets “A” for delivery of JULY 7 issue
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* Above 10 locations are mailed in 10 proprietary containers. Another 170± locations, including the 37 listed below, are all mailed in 7 mixed containers (sorted/distributed @ NLR Facility). GROUP “B” (23 ADDITIONAL ARKANSAS LOCATIONS) (2) SAT, 7/2 (4) MON, 7/11 (1) (2) SAT, 6/18 (4) MON, 6/27 Alma (1) FRI., 7/1 (1) FRI., 7/8 (1) (1) FRI, 6/17 (1) FRI., 6/24 Arkadelphia (1) FRI., ” (1) FRI., ” (1) (1) FRI., ” (1) FRI., ” Bald Knob (1) FRI., ” (1) FRI., ” (1) FRI., ” (1) (1) FRI., ” Edgemont ? ? ? (2) (4) MON, 6/20 Fayetteville (6) WED, 6/29 (6) WED, 7/6 (5) TUES, 7/12 (2) (7) THRS, 6/23 Forrest City (1) FRI., 6/24 (1) FRI, 7/1 (1) FRI., 7/8 (1) (1) FRI, 6/17 Greenbrier (1) FRI., ” (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) (1) FRI., ” Hot Springs (6) WED, 6/29 (5) TUES, 7/5 (5) TUES, 7/12 (2) (5) TUES, 6/21 Jonesboro (2) Mixed 7/1, 7/2 ? (1) (2) Mixed 6/17, 6/18 (1) FRI, 6/24 Little Rock (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, 7/1 (1) FRI., 7/8 (1) (2) SAT, 6/18 Mabelvale (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) (1) FRI, 6/17 McGhee (1) FRI, ” (2) Mixed 7/1, 7/2 ? North Little Rock (1) (1) FRI, ” (2) SAT, 6/25 (1) FRI, 7/1 (1) FRI, 7/8 Rose City, NLR (1) (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI., 6/24 (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) (1) FRI, ” Pine Bluff (4) MON, 6/27 (5) TUES, 7/5 (4) MON, 7/11 (2) ? Rogers (1) FRI, 6/24 ? (1) FRI., 7/8 (1) (1) FRI, 6/17 Romance (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, 7/1 (2) SAT, 7/9 (1) (1) FRI, ” Russellville (1) FRI, ” ? ? (1) (1) FRI, ” Sheridan (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, 7/1 (1) FRI, 7/8 (1) (1) FRI, ” Sherwood (2) SAT, 6/25 (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” Tichnor, Gillette PO (1) (1) FRI, ” (2) SAT, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI, ” (1) (1) FRI, ” Ulm (1) FRI, 6/24 (1) FRI, ” (1) FRI., ” (1) (1) FRI, ” Vilonia OUT OF STATE (14 LOCATIONS) (2) Anaheim, CA Chicago/N Aurora, IL 2 (2) Dallas, TX (1) Enid, OK Houston/Seabrook, TX (4) (4) Madison, AL Memphis/Bartlett, TN (1) Memphis/Millington (2) (4) Midvale, ID (4) Salem, OR Springfield, MO (4) (4) Springfield, OH 2 St Louis, MO W. Melbourne, FL (4)
(4) MON, 6/20 (4) MON, ” (4) MON, ” (2) SAT, 6/18 (4) MON, 6/20 (4) MON, ” (2) SAT, 6/18 (5) TUES, 6/21 (4) MON, 6/20 (4) MON, ” (5) TUES, 6/21 (5) TUES, ” 2 SAT, 6/18 (7) THRS, 6/23
(4) MON, 6/27 2 SAT, 6/25 (5) TUES, 6/28 (4) MON, 6/27 (4) MON, ” (5) TUES, 6/28 (6) WED, 6/29 (5) TUES, 6/28 (4) MON, 6/27 (5) TUES, 6/28 (5) TUES, ” ? - vacation (4) MON, 6/27 (8) FRI, 7/1
(4) MON, 7/11 (5) TUES, 7/12 (2) SAT, 7/9 (2) SAT, ” (4) MON, 7/11 (6) WED, 7/13 (5) TUES, 7/12
(5) TUES, 7/5 ? (2) SAT, 7/2 (2) SAT, ” (5) TUES, 7/5 (5) TUES, ” (6) WED, 7/6 (5) TUES, 7/5 (5) TUES, ” (5) TUES, ” (5) TUES, 7/5 (6) WED, 7/6 ? (5) TUES, 7/5
Not rcvd as of 7/13
(4) MON, 7/11 (4) MON, 7/11 (5) TUES, 7/12 ?
(4) MON, 7/11 Not rcvd as of 7/13
FEWEST DAYS TOTAL: (77) (97) actual days total (106) actual days total (103) actual days total
USPS Grade
A+
NEW Record-Early-Delivery
B+
A-
EXCEPTIONAL Delivery
A POOR Delivery
Re: Arkansas locations (Group A): Friday deliveries shown in BLACK text - later than “next-day” in RED italic. Re: Arkansas locations (Group B): Fri/Sat deliveries shown in BLACK TEXT - Monday or later shown in RED italic. Re: Out-of-state locations, “acceptable” deliveries shown in BLACK text - less than acceptable shown in RED italic. Exceptional deliveries include black
“thumbs up”. Poor deliveries include RED
“thumbs down”.
Jeffrey B. Calhoun and Tanya Calhoun................................................................Plaintiffs v. 59N CV-16-16 Regions Bank, Successor in Interest to Union Planters Bank, National Association.................Defendant NOTICE OF QUIET TITLE ACTION Comes Rebecca Hayley, Circuit Clerk of Prairie County, and gives notice that a complaint to quiet title was filed in this Court on May 2, 2016, in which the Plaintiffs, Jeffrey B. Calhoun and Tanya Calhoun, are seeking to quiet title on property described as follows, to-wit: Fractional Part of the West Half (W1/2) of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section Twenty-four (24), Township Five North, Range Five West (T5N-R5W). All persons claiming any interest in the land or a lien thereon are hereby notified to appear in court or file an objection and show cause why the title to the Petitioners should not be quieted and confirmed. Given this 14th day of June 2016. Rebecca Hayley Circuit Clerk Prairie County, Arkansas 6/23/4c
In the Circuit Court of the Northern District Probate Division In the Matter of the Estate of Betty Lou Stine, Deceased....................................No. PR-16-11 Last known address of decedent: 602 S. 4th St. Des Arc, AR 72040 Date of Death: May 16, 2016 AN AFFIDAVIT FOR COLLECTIONS On May 24, 2016, an Affidavit for Collection of a small estate was filed with respect to the estate of Betty Lou Stine deceased, with the Clerk of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Prairie County, Arkansas under Arkansas Code Ann. Sec. 2841-101. The real property listed in the Affidavit is: N1/2 Lots 1 and 2, Block 69,Watkins in Section 11, Township 04, North Range 05 West, Prairie County, Arkansas All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, properly verified, to the distributee within 30 days from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they will be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in this estate. Louis Stine,Distributee 2301 Normandy Searcy, AR 72143 501-593-1325 7/7/2c
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WHITE RIVER JOURNAL, THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2016
Participants gather up at Cloverbud 4-H Camp for group picture
Fun and Fitness was theme at day-long 4-H Camp The 4-H Cloverbud Day Camp was held Wednesday, July 6, at the Prairie County Fairgrounds. This day camp experience was specifically designed for 5-8 year olds in an effort to introduce them to 4-H and get them involved at an early age, advised Shea Wilson, Prairie County Extension Agent. The theme for the day-long camp was “4-H20 Splash Camp” and hands-on learning activities, crafts, and active play were offered throughout the day. Fun activities included: making oobleck, lava lamps, painting with water guns, learning about water safety, and ended with water Olympics! Local 4-H teen leaders took an active role in conducting the camp which gave them an opportunity to sharpen their leadership skills, according to Wilson “Cloverbud Day Camp is a great way for both the Cloverbuds and the teen volunteers to experience a camp-like setting without going away for a week. It
also gives the younger children a preview of what 4-H will be like if they choose to join. The Cloverbud program is just one of several youth development programs offered by the Extension Service,” said Shea Wilson, Prairie County Extension Agent-FCS/4-H. Prairie County currently has two Cloverbud Clubs available for children to get involved in: The Grand Prairie 4-H Club in Hazen and The Little 4-Hers Club in Des Arc. For more information about the 4-H youth development program and how you can get involved, contact the Prairie County Extension Service at 870-9982614. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/prairicoarkansas4h. The 4-H program is the youth development component of the Cooperative Extension Service, part of the University of Arkansas System’s Division of Agriculture. Park Rangers Patrick Bass and Russell Malahy giving water safety instructions to camp participants
Personally Speaking
Another fun activity: Water gun painting with Jamie Fields and Shannon Blagg instructing
CITY OF DEVALLS BLUFF WARDS WARD ONE Starting at E. Cypress (Old Hwy. 70) Area South of E. Cypress and East of North Main; to (Railroad St. and Junction of Washington) to Main St. to Brinkley; to Greer; South to Prairie, West to Rumbaugh; South to Sycamore; East to Main; South to Hwy. 33; All Area East following city limits to E. Cypress St. point of beginning.
WARD TWO Starting at Brinkley for Southern border of Ward Two everything North of Brinkley (Except where Washington and Rail Road Street run together) West of North Main (Hwy. 70) to East Cypress St. everything North following city limits of DeValls Bluff back to Junction of Webb Lake Rd. and Prairie Ave.; and East to Roberts; going North to a point of beginning to Brinkley.
WARD THREE Area South of Brinkley and East of Roberts; West of Greer to Prairie Avenue; West on Prairie to Rumbaugh; (which includes everything West Rumbaugh to city limits) South to Sycamore and everything South of Sycamore to South Main (Hwy. 70 or Walnut); and everything West of Hwy. 33 following city limits going North to Roberts St.
Lewis Fisher, one of Des Arc’s finest commercial painters, retired, is back home after four months of confinement after suffering a stroke on March 1. He came home July 1, and is doing well, according to his wife, Margaret. Lewis was in St Vincent’s in Little Rock for a month and then was at Des Arc Nursing & Rehab for therapy about three months. His stroke was caused by a cerebrel rupture, according to doctors. He is at home but still having regular therapy by a home health nurse at this time. Lewis and Margaret have been well known for raising fancy tomatoes and other produce; however, the blight got their early tomatoes, but they hope to have some later ones. ---------Prayers are sent to Charlotte Wrigley of the Hickory Plains community. She was taken to a nearby hospital last Wednesday and was advised she had a tear in her colon. She was moved to St. Vincents in Little Rock for further examina-
tion and an abcess was discovered. Doctors initally thought surgery may have to be performed but after extensive xrays found that the abcess could be drained without surgery. Charlotte is retired school health nurse from Des Arc. Her daughter, Debora, retired as principal of Des Arc Elementary. She is the wife of the late Thayne Wrigley. --------Prayers are sent to Larry Swaim who is recovering from a scare with his heart. His wife, Wanda, is making sure he doesn’t overwork himself. --------Tony Hampton and his mother, Nola Hampton left Des Arc early Monday morning, July 4 heading west to Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and other states. They stopped in Wyoming to visit with friends and former Des Arc residents, Franklin and Gloria McVey in Wyoming. They returned to Arkansas Saturday, July 10 and reported seeing beautiful country.
Des Arc Pre-School is holding Open Registration
WARD 2 WARD 1
WARD 3
Call Beth Calhoun 256-1118 To Register Student ---------You Are Invited to
Open House At Des Arc Pre-School
August 11 6:00 - 8:00 PM