White river journal, july 23, 2015

75¢

1 SECTION - 14 PAGES V OLUME 108 (50TH WEEK OF 108TH YEAR - 5,633 WEEKS TOTAL)

“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

P UB L I S H E D E A C H T H U R S D A Y S I N C E 1 9 0 7 THUR SDAY, JUL Y 23, 2015

Firemen from DeValls Bluff accompany the casket of their comrade Johnathan Grubbs atop the DVB fire truck (hearse) July 18, 2015

ACTIVITIES CALENDAR SAT., JULY 25, 6 PM “Matchmaker Mary” showing at theatre DeValls Bluff FRI. & SAT., JULY 24-25 Community Services at Cotton Plant (see page 4) SAT., JULY 25, 8 AM Flag/Majorette fundraiser Rummage Sale DAHS Band Room FRI-SUN, JULY 24-26 Entrepreneur Youth Event DeValls Bluff SUN, JULY 26, 6 PM Fellowship Worship Methodist Church MON., JULY 27, 7:30 A.M. Cross Country Practice DAHS Gymnasium MON., JULY 27, 8AM-3PM DAHS Senior registration; Picture appointment times sent by letter JULY 27-31, 6-8:30 PM Bible School 4-6 grade at Gospel Mission JULY 30-31, 9 AM-12 NOON Kids History Day Camp Lower White River Museum SAT., AUG. 1, 1 PM River Rat Floatilla Des Arc Boat Landing

Obituaries Pgs. 3 & 7

Clara Bishop, 74, Humphrey Wayne Covington, Austin Kenneth Gray, 63, Stuttgart Jonathan Grubbs, 31, DeValls Bluff E.L. Henderson, 88, Stuttgart Marcus Isbell, 73, Carlisle Terry Peoples, 49, Stuttgart Cleaodis Pickett, 61, Stuttgart Thomas Privett, 77, Lonoke Maxine Putt, 81, Little Rock John E. Smith, 91, N. Little Rock Robert Waters, 93, Oklahoma

Following a “Fireman’s Funeral” for DeValls Bluff Fireman Jonathan Grubbs Saturday morning, fire trucks from Des Arc, Hazen, Center Point, Northside, Oak Prairie, Sand Hill, Tollville, Biscoe and DeValls Bluff lead funeral procession (with sirens & horns sounding) from Des Arc to the Hazen Cemetery.

(See Obituary and additional photos - Page 3)

Farm Family The White River Journal will be honoring the Lane Oliver family with a “Farm Family of the Year” section on August 20.

All persons wishing to participate in this special section for the Oliver family, please call 870256-4254.

Meeting set for Jr. cheerleaders Des Arc High School junior cheeerleaders are advised of a meeting to be held Wednesday, July 29, 5 p.m., at the home of Amanda Treadwell Smith.All fifth and sixth grade interest girls are invited to attend.

Getting ready for school start Monday, August 17

School employees (normally working in lunchrooms) spent some hot summer hours last week dressing up window and door facings at the DAHS Gym. From left: Violet Cobb, Donya Thompson and Paula Mullett.

No Report Cards re delivery of July 16 Journal this week (Previously on Pg 2)

Distribution of City Sales Tax Revenue The municipal levy of sales and use in cities for June, 2015 reports to the state is as follows: Des Arc ....................$ 18,222.25 Augusta ......................... 28,511.89 Bald Knob ..................... 53,236.52 Beebe............................ 110,877.57 Brinkley.................. 95,945.09 Cabot............................ 713,743.43 Carlisle ........................... 53,217.89 Clarendon ................. 40,176.62 Cotton Plant .................... 1,315.66 DeValls Bluff..................12,914.39 DeWitt.......................... 182,165.05 England.......................... 68,374.39 Gillett.............................. 9,592,34 Hazen ............................ 56,634.47 Holly Grove....................10,493.44 Lonoke .........................148,001.99 McCrory.........................19,874.94 North Little Rock.....1,362,757.38 Searcy...........................737,973.05 Stuttgart .......................510,742.02 Ward...............................34,628.61 Municipal sales and use tax is based on retail sales and local tax. It is reported to and compiled each month by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.

The cities of DeValls Bluff and Hazen in Prairie County collect two cents on the dollar; Des Arc ‘s sales tax is one cent on each dollar you spend locally.

Sales Tax revenue was up in several cities from the month of April. The sales tax revenue as shown here reflects the buying volume from local merchants which is reflected in sales tax reports.

For the same period in 2014, Des Arc’s tax revenue was $16,341.33, DeValls Bluff, $10,219.98 and Hazen, $56,451.51.

The new county tax approved by the voters in Prairie County went into effect in April, 2014. The new tax added .5% to the current 8.5 % in the local area. The local tax rate is 9%. Des Arc collects 1 Percent; DeValls Bluff, 3 Percent, and Hazen collects 3 Percent.

The new library tax will add one percent.

Fire trucks parked on Main Street before funeral service for Fireman Jonathan Grubbs (lined up on Main and side streets, ready to lead funeral procession to Hazen Cemetery)

City’s sanitation rates increasing Local residents will see a three percent increase in sanitation rates next month, according to a resolution approved by city council members at the July meeting Tuesday, July 21.

The rate increase comes after the council was petitioned by the city’s contractor, M-Triple J Sanitation.

A representative from Triple J said “the increase is necessary due to increased landfill dumping fees.”

The increase sill cover residential customers, commercial customers and containerized business customers who have dumpsters.

The new rates include the following: $11.67 per dwelling monthly; $12.73 per business monthly; $3.61 per cubic yard, per dump for containerized businesses with dumpsters; and $4.20 per cubic yard for businesses without dumpsters.

A second resolution passed by the council sets policy changes for on-call city utility employees, as follows: on-call city employees will have 30 min-

utes to respond to an emerergency call, either to the city shop or emergency site, plus the on-call utility employee will be on duty from 4:30 p. m. on Friday through 7:30 a. m. the following Monday. The resolution also specifies that on-call employee will be on duty on any holiday that occurs through the following Friday at 4:30 p. m.

Mayor Jim Garth brought it to the attention of the council that there was an “increased work load for some of the guys” and that it would be best to appoint department heads for water and distribution, which would be Paul Berry, and gas, which would be Buster Pasley. Appointment of Berry and Pasley to “department heads” was approved along with a $1.00 per hour raise, effective August 1 for Berry; effective for Pasley when he secures his license.

The council was provided a letter that included a recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Commission to approve the changing of Janice Huffstickler’s property in Des Arc from C-2 Commercial

to R-1 Residential. The rezoning ordinance was approved by four council members. Councilwoman Janice Huffstickler abstained from voting.

Police Sgt. DeWayne Mayher presented a report in the absence of Police Chief Rick Parson who was on vacation. Mayher reported 9 traffic violations, 7 misdemeanors and 5 felonies.

Sgt. Mayher advised the council that he and Jerry Greenwood went to look at a Hummer at the federal surplus outlet. He said they were in good shape.

Mayor Garth shared that the police department was looking at purchasing a Hummer for approximately $2,500. “It would make it easier for the officers to get around in poor weather conditions like we had this past winter.” They were also looking into purchasing a generator from the same place.

Mayor Garth advised that they had hired Dallas Taylor to finish out the mowing for the rest of the year due to the firing of the former park mower. It’s costing the city around See COUNCIL on Page 14

T he J ournal w elc omes y our input (c omments , sugges tions , per sonal new s , photos , et c)

New/Renewed Journal Subscribers . . . Steven McIntosh, Griffithville, AR Contact Us: Email: wrjnews1@centurytel.net

&

Mark Edge, Cheney, WA

Mail: PO Box 1051, Des Arc, Ar 72040

Tel: 870-256-4254

2

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

E D I T O R I A L S

By Steve Barnes (Guest Writer) Long-time Print and Broadcast Journalist Copyright 2000: Editorial Associates, Inc.

“traveling”

(USPS 682-800)

For two reasons I’ll not identify the airline: one, because I don’t want to be accused of using this space for purely personal gripes; two, I’m still negotiating with the carrier in mention, hoping for compensation for time, trouble and expense; ergo, I don’t want to get too testy too soon lest the company get even with me.

Yeah, another rant about air travel in the U.S., though on reflection it’s not really a rant: I am the Everyman Traveler, business or pleasure. Read on to see if you concur, though I happen to know that millions of Americans and tens of thousands of my fellow Arkansans will agree I am spot on.

The first suggestion that trouble might arise came when I discovered that my only available route home from the west coast involved two changes of aircraft. I tend to travel light and carry only what I’ll need -- a couple of shirts, change of unmentionables and a second necktie, shaving stuff -- and, with my working papers and laptop computer in a small under-the-seat case, a small carry-on does the trick. No complications. Or so I thought.

I could hardly complain at the first leg’s 15minute departure delay due to rain and fog; I’d spent days reporting on the California drought and its impact on agriculture, business and personal use, and appreciated as never before the blessings that are Arkansas’s water resources (and the threat to its underground aquifers), and watched as not one but two forest fires devoured thousands of acres of timber and scrub along with some homes and vehicles. Divinely inspired or no, the rain was Heaven-sent.

By the time I got to Phoenix there still was an hour or so before the first connecting flight, permitting a stop by the newsstand and an airport-priced sandwich. Boarding proceeded as scheduled and, since I had a two-hour layover at Dallas before the final segment, there would be plenty of breathing room. No sooner were we seated, however, than the pilot announced via the intercom that there would be a 15-minute delay. The plane was short one flight attendant. Another had been summoned.

A half-hour later, the pilot again, his irritation evident in his voice: the flight attendant we had been anticipating was not available, having already reached her (or his) maximum permissible hours under (I forget) either union rules or F.A.A. regulations. But our flight would pluck a flight attendant from another plane due to arrive shortly.

Shortly became 45 minutes, then an hour, then two. Those for whom Dallas was “the final destination” groaned but at least they knew they would get there eventually and so were quietly resigned to the interruption. The rest of us kept looking at our watches and sighing and pulling out our smart phones to call relatives or business associates or whomever, but give us credit: I didn’t hear any screams of outrage.

On the other hand, I didn’t hear any applause when the necessary flight attendant finally entered the cabin.

Dallas, DFW International, which almost by definition means a change of concourse. I deplane onto the E and need to get to the B, and fast. The strong, confident recording assures us that the shuttle train is about to arrive. It assures us a second time, and a third. And a fourth and fifth and sixth…and on.

The shuttle train, groaning as I’ve never heard it before, eventually does arrive, at a slower speed than I’ve witnessed before. Naturally, the B terminal will be its last stop.

My gate: an airline agent, according to one of a highly irate dozen Arkansans gathered there, had panicked and seated travelers on standby status, no matter the ten or so minutes remaining before the flight’s scheduled departure for Little Rock. My soulmate’s account rang true: the agent had buried her face in a computer screen, avoiding eye contact with anyone -- until a supervisor arrived to try to calm everyone. Refunds, overnight accommodations, coupons, etc.

No good for those of us, like recycling executive Steve Ronnell of Little Rock, and me, with engagements the following morning. So, to the car rental agency. An extra $308 in expense. And arrival home at 5 a.m.

These snafus -- airline scheduling and staffing, airport maintenance -- are not isolated, occasional problems. They are as indicative of an American infrastructure in decline as the maintenance-overdue Arkansas highways. It’s more than a headache for the vacationer, it’s bad for business and threatens public safety. What are we going to do about it, and when?

424 Main Street P. O. BOx 1051 DeS arc, arkanSaS 72040 OPen: M-F 8:30 aM - 6:00 PM

telePhOne: 1-870-256-4254 tOll Free: 1-877-283-9068 Fax ........ 1-870-256-4254 email: wrjnews1@centurytel.net

WHITE RIVER JOURNAL

The White River Journal is published by White River Journal Inc. each week at 424 North Main Street in Des Arc, Arkansas.

Founded in August, 1907, the White River Journal is an independent publication. It’s policy is to print truth and facts and it is dedicated to working and serving the best interests of the people. News and advertising are welcomed, but before being published are subject to verification. The White River Journal publisher reserves the right to edit all news copy and advertising, and if necessary, to reject same without recourse. Advertising rates are available upon request.

The White River Journal welcomes responsible “Letters to the Editor”. No anonymous letters will be published. All letters must be signed and include phone number. This information will be withheld at the writer’s request. In such cases, the information is confidential. We reserve the right to limit the length of letters and to edit for spelling, punctuation and grammar. Letters to be published only at the discretion of the publisher.

Yearly Subscription Rates (paid in advance): $15.00 - in Prairie county . . . . . . . . . . ($29 for 2 years) $25.00 - Out of county (in Arkansas) . . ($48 for 2 years) $30.00 - Out of state . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($56 for 2 years)

For Change of Address, Postmaster: Please send changes to: WHITE RIVER JOURNAL, P. O. BOX 1051, DES ARC, AR 72040-1051 Cass Program Used for Post Office Audit Second Class Postage paid at Des Arc, Arkansas

T

H U R S D A Y

&

,

DEAN L. WALLS, EDITOR/PUBLISHER/ADVERTISING MANAGER

U L Y

23,

2015

O P I N I O N S

Donald Trump distinguishes himself

By Donald Kaul

We live in a time of stunning transformations. In recent weeks we’ve seen Bruce Jenner transition from a male Olympic medalist to Caitlyn Jenner, a self-assured woman gracing the cover of Vanity Fair.

Then there’s Rachel Dolezal, the ex-president of the Spokane, Washington chapter of the NAACP. She lived as a black woman until her parents revealed that she was not, technically, black. Czech, Swedish, German, and Native American, but not black.

Those transitions pale in the face of the latest political switcheroo: Donald Trump, real estate magnate and reality TV star, is now a proper politician. In case he did this too quietly for you to notice, he’s officially running for president.

This spectacle reminds me of an old story. Jack Warner, the head of Warner Brothers Studios, hears that Ronald Reagan, one of his former contract actors, is going to run for governor in California.

“No, no,” says Warner, mistaking the news for a film pitch. “Jimmy Stewart for governor. Reagan for best friend.”

I wish Warner were still with us. He might say something like: “No, no. Tom Hanks for president.

Trump for court jester.”

For years, Trump has been content to serve as the nation’s favorite buffoon billionaire. Time and time again, in word and deed, he’s embarrassed himself without ever seeming embarrassed.

His announcement speech alone would have mortified a meeker man. On and on it went. In addition to slandering all Mexican immigrants and boasting about how he underpays website developers, Trump blurted out: “I beat China all the time.”

And to be fair, he’s laughed all the way to the bank. To put it mildly — which he doesn’t — he has a talent for making money. When he isn’t losing it.

The Donald has filed for bankruptcy four times, always seeming to come out richer than before.

He’s earned a reputation as someone whose handshake on a deal requires a careful count of one’s fingers afterwards.

Letter to Editor re: Library vote Dear Editor: How convenient for the Library Board that hundreds of notices from the county tax assessor and Board of Equalization were mailed the day after the vote on their one mill tax increase. If others were like mine, the increases in assessments averaged 65%.

What would have been the outcome of the vote had these notices been mailed prior to the election? I think I know - voters would have rejected the attempt - just like they did in the November election.

If our elected officials want to do the right thing, the vote on the one-mill increase will be held again now that voters know how these new assessments will increase the coffers of the county and the Library Board.

John Stephens III Des Arc, AR

Until now, Trump had merely threatened to run for president. This time around he seems to be doing it for real — even though his most enthusiastic supporters at the kick-off event were actors, as Hollywood Reporter observed. They were paid $50 for their maniacal cheering.

Other candidates have broken barriers on race, creed, and gender. The Donald is registering another first.

It’s hard to find a serious previous or current contender without even a scintilla of a qualification. Sure, some of the other dozen or more GOP hopefuls have no chance at victory. Can you say President George Pataki without cracking up?

But at least that guy is New York’s former governor. Trump is bumping the bar to a new low while raising a great question: What are the proper qualifications for president?

Do we want someone smart (but not too smart)?

With the common touch (but not too common)? Is broad experience in government (but not too broad) essential?

I suppose the answer is that we never know it until we see it. Even then, it often turns out to be the wrong choice.

Take experience. In the past 50 years the two presidents who exceeded all others in that department were Richard Nixon and Lyndon Johnson.

They’d each served in the military, in both houses of Congress, and as vice presidents. Their resumes were immaculate. Yet they both crashed and burned once in office.

And who was smarter than Jimmy Carter? He was a nuclear engineer for crying out loud. He’d been a liberal governor of a conservative state. And while he’s got a stellar record as a former president, his presidency was lackluster.

Then there’s Barack Obama, a whiz kid who can give a great speech and is a good guy besides. It’s been a rocky trip for him and a disappointment for his strongest supporters.

Do what you want to, but you vote for Trump at your own risk. Don’t blame me if you wake up one day to find a statue of The Donald sitting on Abe’s lap in the Lincoln Memorial.

Ramblings. . . .

by Verna Herkamp Our new puppy, Buddy, still waits by the door for Fred when he leaves. It reminds me of the RCA Victor emblem which shows a blind dog listening to his masters voice on the first record of hard rubber or whatever they were made of.

His master had invented a way to capture sound on the records. If I remember the story correct, his master had died but the sound of his voice still remained on the hard wax record. It is a reminder of how our pets can have an emotional connection to us.

I think that all of us have something in our past that tugs at our heartstrings. Two days ago, I saw on television an old hen walking across the yard. Each step, she stuck her neck out as if she was pulling herself by her neck. It didn’t make me feel all mellow, but it did look so familiar that I thought of years gone by when we raised chickens.

I remember how old hens would stand out in the sun on one leg. They would lift one wing and pick under it, meaning it was chicken mites. They were about the size of one speck of black pepper. When DDT came along, it got rid of mites and many other kinds of pesky bugs.

Today, chickens are “farmed” in cages where they never touch the ground. The eggs don’t seem to have the flavor they did the old way.

I have received my “Book of Hymns” stories. I read something I already knew, but never acutally had put into thought. Most of all, our old hymns were written in England in the 18th Century. I was surprised that with each story was the song as we see them in the hymnals we use.

I haven’t had a chance to read or study many of the hymns, but it seems some of the songs were written after an incident, loss or tragedy that led them to take refuge in some scripture and wrote the song as assurance.

Some were gifted writers who used their talents in song.

Arkansas’ Unemployment Rate Declines to 5.7 Percent Labor force data, produced by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics and released today by the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services, show Arkansas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined one-tenth of a percentage point, from 5.8 percent in May (revised up from 5.7 percent) to 5.7

percent in June. Arkansas’ civilian labor force increased 200, a result of 1,400 more employed and 1,200 fewer unemployed Arkansans. The United States’ jobless rate declined two-tenths of a percentage point, from 5.5 percent in May to 5.3 percent in June.

ADWS Program Operations Manager Susan Price

If You had a HOMEOWNER’S PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIM While insured by any of the following Insurance Companies in the last 5 years, YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO COMPENSATION American Family • Liberty Mutual Federal Insurance (Chubb) Nationwide • State Farm Farmers Fire Ins. Exchange Farmers Insurance Company, Inc. Allstate • Safeco

Please contact: CASEY CASTLEBERRY Murphy, Thompson, Arnold, Skinner & Castleberry

JOYCE TAYLOR, Mail Room Supervisor LIZ HAMPTON, Sports/Photography Becky Webb, Accounts

J

for a FREE CONSULTATION 1-888-902-5580 Batesville, Arkansas

said, “The number of employed rose slightly in June, helping to bring down the unemployment rate. Compared to June 2014, there are 45,300 more employed Arkansans.

WEEK’S WEATHER, RAIN & RIVER E X T R E M ES 7/16-7/22

99°

74°

HI LOW RAIN

DATE:

24-hr Temps: Midnight to Midnight

Thurs, July 16 Fri, July 17 Sat, July 18 Sun, July 19 Mon, July 20 Tues, July 21 Wed, July 22

96 96 98 99 99 92 94

75 76 77 78 78 76 .03” 74 .14”

WEEK’S RAIN:

.17” .17

WHITE RIVER 6 pm Depth Readings per National Weather Service

July 15 July 16 July 17 July 18

July 19 July 20 July 21 July 22

16.97’ 16.96’ 16.89’ 16.81’ NWS Forecast for JUL 27: 17.50’ 16.45’ 16.59’ 16.80’ 16.94’

WHITE RIVER REFERENCE DEPTHS

F LOOD S TAGE . . . . . . . . 24.00’ M AY 7, 2011 CREST . . 39.43’

SUNRISES / SUNSETS THURSDAYS July 16 July 23 July 30

SUNRISE SUNSET 6:04 am 8:20 pm 6:09 am 8:16 pm 6:14 am 8:11 pm

Latest Sunrise

Earliest Sunrise

7:14 am 1/14/15

5:52 am 6/5/15

Latest Sunset

Earliest Sunset

8:24 pm 6/24/15

4:54 pm 12/1/15

Laugh-In Corner

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

“THE PAGES TURNED BACK” (Compiled from White River Journal files)

J

O U R N A L

,

O

T

H U R S D A Y

B

I

,

J

U L Y

T

U

23,

A

3

2015

R

I

E

S

Thursday,July 30, 1931

O

ur old friend, Mr. J. J. Johnson of near Des Arc, and one of our best farmers, was in town on business Tuesday. Mr. Johnson informed us that he had 10 acres in sorghum which he would make into molasses, beginning in a short time.

We regret very much to state that our highly esteemed citizen, Mr. D. J. Burks, who was stricken with paralysis last week, is in a serious condition. We hope, however, that he will recover.

We failed to mention last week that Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Atkins have purchased the U. E. Brown Cafe. They are now in charge and with their experience in the restaurant business, we predict for them a success.

At last the farmer has found something that he can turn into ready cash. With wheat selling for around 25 cents a bushel and butter, chickens, and eggs at the lowest price level in years, the tiller of the soil has been hard put to realize enough cash to buy shoes for his family. Now comes word that farmers are turning a plague into cash in Nebraska. People of that state, invaded by grasshoppers, are selling them to fish hatcheries for 20 cents a pound and hundreds of pounds are being shipped.

The last six months has seen more stringent enforcement of the prohibition laws than at any time within the last six years, said F. Scott McBride, national superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League, and that they would support President Herbert Hoover who is making an honest effort to have prohibition enforced and is succeeding to a degree that is disconcerting wets. “We cannot support the candidacies of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Alfred Smith, or Owen D. Young, Democratic nominees. He said they would support Senator Joseph Robinson of Arkansas and former Gov. Harvey Byrd of

Virginia.

Commission merchants buying crops from farmers who received drouth loans were warned today by the Agriculture Department that they are liable if the borrowers fail to repay the government. Farmers in the drouth states have been granted loans in the amount of $67,000,000 from the emergency fund approved by the last Congress.

The Town of Des Arc has passed Ordinance 139 requiring all persons with butcher shops to pay an inspection fee in the amounts as follows: 25 cents per carcass for sheep and goats; 50 cents per carcass for hogs; 50 cents per carcass for cattle weighing up to 200 pounds; and $1.00 for cattle over 200 pounds, for the purpose of paying for the cost of inspection.

Lady tourists and their chauffeur, 25 in number, who had been attending a convention in Chicago, traveling across country, stopped at the Henderson Cafe in this city for supper Sunday evening. Mr. Henderson said his whole force was quite busy for a while serving their guests.

A petition of several residents was presented to the City Council Tuesday night asking sanitary relief and protection from the polluted drainage from the Hotel Kerin (Des Arc Hotel) that has been permitted to flow in front of their premises. Mayor Erwin has asked the health officer for advice.

Messrs.

Lawson and Guthrie of Hazen, representatives of the Standard Oil Co., were over with their tanks replenishing their filling stations here Tuesday.

The Des Arc Pharmacy advises that they will buy your used High School books.

Des Arc has been overflowed this week with fruits and vegetables of all kinds from the country.

T h u r s d a y, J u l y 2 3 , 1 9 4 2

M

rs. Lila Sallee, District Nursing Consultant from the State Board of Health, is spending several days in this county conferring with Health Nurse Mrs. Clessie Waddell.

Due to the tire situation, much thought and time are needed to plan a well balanced program for the prevention and control of disease, she said.

David O. Terry, candidate for the U. S. Senate, writes to the Superintendents of the Sunday School Conference at Mount Sequoyah, Fayetteville, Ark.: I know that I express the views and conviction of every Mother and Father throughout this country in favoring legislation that will make possible eradication of liquor and vice conditions at or in Military Camps. I also favor an expanded program of U.S.O. activities, to give better recreational facilities.

Arkansas farmers are making unusual effort to aid in the fight against the Axis, reports Stewart L. Bryan, senior agricultural statistician of the Federal State Crop Reporting Service, and J. V. Highfill, FSA state director, indicate. Crop reports show that Arkansas farmers have planted 2,105,000 acres of corn; 319,000 acres of oats and small grain; 98,000 acres of peanuts; 378,000 acres of soybeans, and 268,000 acres of rice.

Jack Holt, candidate for U.

S. Senator, says, “While American boys were receiving $21 a month to fight and die on Bataan, Corregidor, Wake Island and Midway, my opponents took time out to vote themselves a pension of far more dollars than most people in Arkansas earn by the sweat of their brow. John McClellan, earned $40,000 during his four years in Congress and introduced only 32 bills; over half to pay for personal claims.

Our old friend, Lt. Dave Hill of the U. S. Army, now located at Camp McClelland, Ark., spent several days with friends in this his former home this week.

Our young friend, Joe Atkins, member of the U. S. Air Corps, is on leave and spending this week with parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Atkins.

Miss Vivian Buchanan and Mrs. Henrietta Sommers of this city are spending their vacation visiting with relatives and friends in Homer, La. and Jefferson, Texas.

Notice: $1.50 Reward for the return to me in good condition, One Ice Satchel, lost between Des Arc and Childers filling station on July 10.

Ernest Norman, Des Arc. Willis Eddins, who had announced his candidacy for County Treasurer, has since had a checkup by his physician, who advised that his physical condition would not permit him to campaign.

Thu rsd ay Ju ly 2 7, 196 1

C

harles Cooper, manager of the Phillips VanHeusen Corp.

Shirt Factory at Des Arc, moved the pilot plant from the Berry brick on main street to the brand new airconditioned factory building on Highway 11 west of Des Arc last weekend. Ten new employees have been hired.

Production has reached well over 100 dozen shirts per day.

Construction of telephone facilities for the residents of the Hickory Plains area is progressing according to schedule, says T. B. Hollingsworth, division manager for the Southwestern States Telephone Co. at Stuttgart. The system provides 173 more connections with the Des Arc exchange which means the new telephone dial system in either of these exchanges may dial each other without long distance charges.

Officers are making it rough for traffic violators in this area. Although notified of the checks for brakes, lights, licenses etc, violators were more than ever the past weekend. Officers working to make highways safe are town marshals, W. B. Whitaker and Ross Holmes; deputy sheriff H. L. (Bud) Forrester; John Hunnicutt of the Alcoholic Beverage Control, and state policemen Clifford Mask and Bill Breashears. Those arrested were fined before Mayor Jason W. Hull and Justice of the Peace Henry Brown.

C. W. Crowly, Prairie County farmer, has been appointed to the Farmers Home Administration county committee, according to Eugene H. Smith, the agency’s county supervisor.

Reverend S. B. Echols and Reverend Elbert Pool will begin their non-denominational “Camp Meeting” here August 3 for two weeks. The

Camp Meeting is being set up on grounds at the Echols home west of town on Highway 11 known as the Jeff Campbell hickory mill site.

There will be a large tent for services and one providing food.

Talk around town Saturday night insisted that it was true that J. H. Broadaway, age about 40, had jumped or dived from the middle of the White River suspension bridge, some 75 feet to the water below just before dark.

Trying to verify the information, we found that Mayor Jason Hull and Marshal Whitaker had gone to the scene and found Broadaway’s new Chevy and drove it off the bridge. They said Broadaway had come to the Mayor and asked what his fine would be. He was told by the Mayor that there was no fine but that he should have let people know so they could have watched his feat.

He is a former East Side resident and was said to have made the dive on a dare.

A large group of Des Arc businessmen made a trip up White River yesterday, camped out, cooked and ate supper and breakfast on the big sand bar at what is known as Chandler log yard.

Four boats were taken on the trip, owned by Leo Simmons, Eagle Boyd, Homer Ridout and Joe Skarda. Others on the trip were Marvin Moore, Willis Eddins, Ervil Fetters, Tom Edd Livesay, Slew Pirtle, Alvin Green, V. O. Calhoun, Bob Norman, Buddy Rogers, Max Hestir, Howard Ford and John Bethell.

The annual 4-H dress revue was held at the First Methodist Church in Hazen July 20. Winners included: Carol Stallings of Oak Prairie, Junior Sweepstakes winner; and Gloria Faye Webber of Oak Prairie, Senior Sweepstakes winner.

Casket being hoisted atop DeValls Bluff fire truck by fellow DVB firemen

Jonathan Grubbs

Jonathan Grubbs succumbs after lengthy illness

Members from fire departments across Prairie County honored Captain Jonathan Grubbs of the DeValls Bluff Fire Department with a “Fireman’s Funeral” Saturday morning, July 18.

Captain Grubbs was not only a dedicated firefighter, but he had also fought lukemia which had threatened his life from the age of three.

Following the funeral service and loading of the casket onto the hearse (above photo), fire trucks from Des Arc, Hazen, Tollville, Sand Hill, Biscoe, DeValls Bluff, Center Point, Northside and Oak Prairie led the funeral procession from Des Arc to Hazen for interment.

(Departments from Brown Grove, Slovak and Cross Roads had no reserve fire trucks they could send.)

Jonathan DeWayne Grubbs, 31, of DeValls Bluff died at his parent’s home Thursday, July 16, 2015.

Jonathan was born AuPlaque presented to Jonathan’s family gust 25, 1983 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Derrell and Karen (Stallings) Grubbs.

He had suffered with recurring luekemia since he was three years old.

Survivors include his parents; a special sister, Lori Jackson; his maternal grandmother, Martha Stallings; his paternal grandfather, Lloyd Grubbs, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Jonathan was preceded in death by his grandfather, E. B. Stallings; and his grandmother, Annetta Grubbs.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, at Garth Funeral Home Chapel in Des Arc with Bro. Sam Parker officiating. Interment was in the Firemen and police salute family members as they enter funeral home Hazen Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Lance Stallings, Cory Stallings, Kevin Cook, Joshua Dixon, Jeremy Stogner, Joshua Rodden and Will Loan.

Honorary pallbearers were members of all Prairie M. Wayne Covington, a ton, Ann Marie County fire Departments. retired dairy farmer of Covington, Mason Web site to sign guest Austin, Arkansas, was called Covington, Kaitlyn book or express sympathy: home by our Lord Friday, Cummings, Mcwww.garthfuneralhome.com July 17, 2015.

Kenzie CumWayne was preceded in mings, Kane CumEditorial Note: In a servgreatice-ending tribute, a packed death by his parents, Milton mings; Chapel heard Johathan’s “Buddy” Covington and grandchildren, number 1304 called three Marldene Thomas Coving- Keira Covington times on all the firemen’s ton, and a brother, James C. and Camden Covington; sisters, pagers. After the last call, a Covington.

Wayne is survived by his Mary Lois and voice over the speaker announced that he was here- wife, Phyllis McCollum Cov- brother-in-law ington of forty-nine years; David Rick and by relieved of duty. sons, Dewayne and daugh- Melba and brothter-in-law Susan Seiden- er-in-law Dewey M. Wayne Covington schwarz Covington, and Higgs; sister-inDavid and daughter-in-law law Patricia and Kim Call Covington, Rusty brother-in-law Funeral service will be and daughter-in-law Betty Steve Johnson; and a host of 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 23, Ann Webb Robertson, and nieces and nephews, ex- at the Mt. Carmel Baptist adopted by the heart Jerrell tended family and many Church in Cabot.

The State Review Board and daughter-in-law Traci dear friends.

Interment will be in Oak of the Arkansas Historic Family will receive Grove Cemetery.

Holtquist Cummings; Preservation Program will grandchildren, Casey and friends from 6:00 to 8:00 Arrangements by Smithconsider 11 Arkansas propSarah Covington, Garrett p.m. Wednesday at Smith- Westbrook Funeral Home. erties in seven counties for Covington and Laken Westbrook Funeral Home, www.smithfamilycares.com nomination to the National Sanderson, Hannah Coving- Beebe.

Register of Historic Places when it meets at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5.

Properties to be considered for National Register nomination include the Highway 79 Bridge Boundary Increase at Clarendon in Monroe County

Services at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church for retired dairy man, Wayne Covington

Clarendon bridge considered for historic register

Additional Obituaries on Page 7

We now have

FREE Wi-Fi

“New”

Garden Fresh Salads

Made with fresh Romaine lettuce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, homestyle bacon bits, shredded cheese and croutons

ADD-ONS AVAILABLE: DRESSINGS AVAILABLE: Grilled Chicken, Cashews, Black or Green Olives, Sunflower Seeds

Ranch, Italian, Honey Mustard, Blue Cheese, Thousand Island

LaDue Family Fish Market Des Arc

421 Main Street (Formerly White & Son Fish Market)

870-256-4450

4

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

2015

Words of Faith/Church News FAITH TRACKS

By Rev. Dee Harper

Pastor, First United Methodist Church Des Arc, Ar

Work: 870-256-3757 - Cell: 501-593-8978 e-mail: cdharper1979@yahoo.com

Ant Man Second Chance The Gospel Avengers: Luke

According

to

the

This week we are continuing our series on the Gospel according to the Avengers by looking at the character Ant-Man. Now while not in the Avenger movies yet Ant-Man has been an Avenger in the comic books for years.

The version of the character in the new movie is the second Ant-Man Scott Lang. Now Scott’s story is important to us because just like in our scripture Scott started as a thief. He was given a chance by the original Ant-Man to find redemption and forgiveness and become a hero. Scott was given the opportunity to receive grace and become the person that his daughter already thought he was.

The Scripture that we are looking at today, Luke 23:32-43, is Luke’s telling of Jesus’s crucifixion and specifically Jesus’ interaction with one of the thieves. Both the thieves on the cross were guilty of their crime. One thief spent his last moments joining the crowd in mocking Jesus and belittling another human being. The second thief understood that Jesus was innocent and instead spent his last moments asking Jesus for grace and to be a part of Jesus’ kingdom. And Jesus showed grace to the thief even as he had the weight of the world’s sin on his shoulders - he still gave grace to the broken man on the cross next to him.

There are several things that I want to invite you to hear about grace. I want you to remember that GRACE IS THE DEFINING ELEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH. Several years ago a symposium was held in Britain on comparative religions, with scholars from all around the world taking part. They began to debate whether or not there was any belief which was unique to the Christian faith. Was there anything in Christianity that was not taught by the other great world religions? They discussed doctrines like the incarnation and the resurrection. But other religions spoke of gods appearing in human form and accounts of people returning after death, though they usually spoke of it in terms of reincarnation.

C. S. Lewis wandered into the room as the debate was going on. He asked what they were discussing and was told that they were trying to discover if there was anything that was taught in Christianity that was not taught by other world religions. Lewis replied, "Oh, that’s easy. It’s grace." He was right.

The Buddhist’s eight-fold path has a religious walk based solely on the person’s performance. And the Hindu doctrine of karma is based on certain things each individual must accomplish. The Muslim’s have the code of the law which must be followed precisely in order to enter into paradise.

All of these are ways which a person must work to earn approval from God. But that isn’t true of Christianity. The Apostle Paul made it clear that it cannot be earned; it comes as a free gift.

Look at his words to the Ephesians.

"And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages He might show the incomparable riches of His grace, expressed in His kindness to us in Christ Jesus. For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast" (Ephesians 2:6_9).

While all the other religions count people’s sins against them, Christians understand that the true God of heaven is one who is full of compassion and mercy. Even in the Book of Exodus we read of God’s grace: "And [the Lord] passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, ‘The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin" (Exodus 34:6_7). God wants to be reunited with us more than we want to be reconciled with Him. In the same way, having a relationship with God does not depend on how well we do or how perfect we are. It is based solely on the mercy and grace of God. Look at the text from the Book of Titus: "But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit" (Titus 3:4_5).

As it says in 2 Corinthians: "God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting men’s sins against

them" (2 Corinthians 5:19). This frees us from guilt and legalistic perfectionism. We understand that we can never be perfect and that our relationship with God is based solely on grace.

Again Paul says, "But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions — it is by grace you have been saved" (Ephesians 2:4_5).

The next point I invite us to hear is: GRACE INSPIRES US TO NO LONGER LIVE IN SIN. The truth is that you can motivate people through guilt, but it does not last very long. However, love motivates us inwardly, from the heart, to do our best. Paul said, "The letter [of the law] kills, but the Spirit gives life" (2 Corinthians 3:6). People whose lives have been touched by grace understand that the Christian life is not simply a matter of following a moral code; holiness is important but holiness in the Christian life is a result of strong RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD - not a prerequisite. That relationship is based on love and trust.

And yet, we are tempted every day to live by works righteousness. Michael Roberts, the pastor of Conway First UMC wrote, “Every time we try to live by our own righteousness, trying to justify ourselves before God and others, we nullify the grace of God. We live and grow by grace.”

And that leads us to my final point.

GRACE MUST BE RECEIVED. I can hold out to you the greatest gift in the world, but if you don’t receive it, it is never yours. The same thing is true of God’s grace. God offers you His loving grace, but you must be open to receive it. C. S. Lewis calls this the "catch" of grace. He says, “God’s love and forgiveness comes to us free and without cost.

But there is one catch: The necessity of admitting that we are "sinful, and in need of God’s grace."

A large prestigious church had three mission churches under its care. On the first Sunday of the New Year all the members of the mission churches came to the big city church for a combined Communion service. In those mission churches, which were located in the slums of the city, were some outstanding cases of conversions --thieves, burglars, and so on --- but all knelt side by side at the Communion rail.

On one such occasion the pastor saw a former burglar kneeling beside a judge of the Supreme Court of England --- the very judge who had sent him to jail where he had served seven years.

After his release this burglar had been converted and became a Christian worker. Yet, as they knelt there, the judge and the former convict, neither one seemed to be aware of the other.

After the service, the judge said to the pastor, “Did you notice who was kneeling beside me at the Communion rail this morning?" The pastor replied, "Yes, but I didn't know that you noticed." The two walked along in silence for a few moments, and then the judge said, "What a miracle of grace." The pastor nodded in agreement. "Yes, what a marvelous miracle of grace."

Then the judge said, "But to whom do you refer?" And the pastor said, "Why, to the conversion of that convict." The judge said, "But I was not referring to him. I was thinking of myself." The pastor was surprised and said: "You were thinking of yourself? I don't understand."

"Yes," the judge replied, "it was natural for the burglar to receive God's grace when he came out of jail. He had nothing but a history of crime behind him, and when he saw Jesus as his Savior he knew there was salvation and hope and joy for him. And he knew how much he needed that help.

"But look at me. I was taught from earliest infancy to live as a gentleman; that my word was to be my bond; that I was to go to church, take Communion, and say my prayers. I went through Oxford, took my degrees, was called to the bar and eventually became a judge.

Pastor, it was God's grace that drew me; it was God's grace that opened my heart to receive it. I'm a greater miracle of his grace."

Becoming a disciple of Christ means that we have to face the truth about ourselves, in order to experience the reality of God’s wonderful grace. Have you taken that step? Have you faced the truth about yourself so that you can receive the fullness of God’s grace? Have you been fully open and honest with God about your sins and shortcomings? I invite you to open your heart to God and experience God’s grace.

May you have a blessed week.

Brother Dee

Reaching out with music . . .

Music was an important part of the special men’s fellowship/worship service, Sons of Thunder, held at the Gospel Mission Church on Tuesday evening, July 14. Left to right, musicians are: Micah Smith, Brandon Smith, Jeremy McIntosh, Lucas Childress, and Jason Jones. Some 200 men of the community were in attendance at the “men only” fellowship BBQ dinner and worship service. Bro. Pat Skarda is pastor at Gospel Mission Church in Des Arc.

Sunday School Church Attendance Sunday, July 19 IN DES ARC First Baptist Church...202/224 Gospel Mission.....................145 Lakeside Miss. Baptist...47/77 First United Methodist.........75 Faith Missionary Baptist.45/70 Family Worship Center.........48 First Assembly of God....46/55 Fellowship Miss. Baptist....... 40 Church of Christ.............10 Church of God of Prophecy.. 19 Living Waters Full Gospel...... 25 AREA CHURCHES Hickory Plains Miss. Bap 68/100 Morris Chapel Miss. Baptist..52 Pleasant Ridge Miss. Baptist.16 Hickory Plains Methodist..... 35 Hickory Plains Nazarene...... 19 Judson Memorial Baptist...... 26 Sand Hill Miss. Baptist........... 10 Reported by churches. To report Sunday School Attendance and other church news, call 870-256-4254. Also, if your church is not on this list and you wish it to be, call the number here to get it included.

Connecting With God Community Services * * * * * * * ** *

First Baptist Church Cotton Plant, Arkansas **********

Thursday, July 23, 6:30 P.M.

Evangelist C. W. Blood Of Searcy, Arkansas

Friday, July 24, 6:30 P.M.

Jeff Collins

Second Chance Ministry, Augusta, Arkansas

Block Party Saturday, July 25 9 a.m.-12:00 Noon

You Are Invited to Worship EVERY Sunday with one of Des Arc’s Local Congregations!

*Games *Food *Fun Behind Post Office at Old Landmark Baptist Church Property

Cotton Plant, Arkansas Sponsors: Southern Baptist Organization and Gospel Outreach Ministries Family Church Call: Pastor Charles Riddle at 501-920-9513 or Pastor Mike Thomas at 870-556-0001

Benefit Concert

www.ktffoundation.org

Saturday July 25, 2015 @6PM

Hallelujah Harmony Quartet

p ou Gr t s Ho

Redeemed

“No Admission Charge˝ Love Offering for the Keep the Faith Foundation for Kids

Jason Jolly

Faith Missionary Baptist Church 301 Bill Foster Memorial Hwy in Cabot For More Information Information Contact Darrell Tullos @501-843-5514

WH

I T E

RI

V E R

JO

U R N A L

,

TH

U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

5

2015

Social Announcements and Locals “Matchmaker Mary”, movie for kids, showing July 24 A special “kids’ movie” will be showing at the Community Theater in DeValls Bluff on Friday, July 24. The show starts at 6 p. m. There is no charge for admission.

The movie tells the following scenario: After getting an “A” on her sixth grade final exam, Mary (Katherine McNamara) is rewarded with a puppy. Experiencing the love of this little puppy, and seeing several of her adult friends single and unhappy, Mary believes that placing two people together with the assistance of some loveable puppies will result in a happy relationship.

With the help of her Aunt Karen (Dee Wallace) and Cameron Banks, (Jeff Fahey), the three of them become self described matchmaking angels. Along the way, Aunt Karen and Cameron, not only become accomplices in their scheme but they get “matched” too!

As her success ratio continues, Mary utilizes her new matchmaking angels to carry out the biggest and most important plan: to bring her own parents back together again.

Seen through the eyes of a young girl on the verge of womanhood, Mary discovers that puppy love is more than just a trip to the animal shelter. This story illustrates how the lives of six people can be changed with a little help from a pre-teen matchmaker and three adorable puppies.

This isalso a good movie for the family.

The free movies are sponsored by the Arnold Founda- Members (left to right) Juanita Hutchinson, Clara Lightsey, Brenda Prince, Darline Sickel, Irene Hampton, Janice Corpier, Lennie Holmes, Patsy Prince, Gladys Tucker, and taking picture Mitzi Osborne. tion of Devalls Bluff.

New Arrivals Dyrek and Phebe Foshee are proud to announce the birth of their son, Trenton James Foshee.

Trenton was born June 27, 2015, at 3:39 a. m. at UAMS in Little Rock, Arkansas.

He weighed 8 lbs 6 ozs, and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Grandparents are Jim and Darlene West and Darrell Foshee and Tammy Foshee, all of the Griffdithville area north of Des Arc.

Trenton James Foshee

Personally Speaking Tony Hampton, wife, Elizabeth (Liz) Hampton and son, Trevor, are at their new home recently purchased in Elkins, Ark. this week doing some yard and housework. Their new home is located about nine miles from Fayetteville and is in the region taken care of by Tony, an engineer with Kennametal. Sons, Brandon and family reside in Fayetteville and Drew is a senior at ASU, Jonesboro.

While Tony is currently staying at the new residence, their plans now are to stay in Des Arc until Trevor, a 11th grader, graduates from high school.

Tony’s mother, Mrs. NolaHampton, is also a local resident.

---------Kimberly Boyer of Des Arc has been hospitalized at Searcy for a few days recently suffering with pneumonia. Kimberly is the daughter of Dennis and Betty Brill of Bayou Des Arc area and her family consists of a 17-year old daughter, Maeve.

---------Prayers are sent to Mary Ann Cobb. She was taken to the emergency room at Unity (White County) Hospital for chest pains Monday evening. She spent the night for observation and was sent home. According to her family, she is still having chest pains.

--------Prayers are sent to Vickie Barnes as she faces surgery. to repair a problem with

Biscoe Extension Homemakers donate to Prairie County EH Council Project Biscoe EHC Members donate diapers to the Prairie County EH Council Project: The Call, a ministry for Foster children, for their July diaper drive.

The Biscoe Extension Homemakers Club met at the First Baptist Church Biscoe Fellowship Hall at 10:30 am on Monday, July 13, 2015. Eight members answered roll call: Rita Farris, Lennie Holmes, Juanita Hutchinson, Rita Farris, Mitzi Osborne, Rebecca Patterson, Patsy Prince, Darline Sickel, and new member Gladys Tucker. Seventy eight volunteer hours were reported.

President Osborne called the meeting to order, and then read the Thought of the Day. Newly elected Inspiration Leader Patsy Prince read ‘Food for Thought’ from The Bible Promise Book. She also read a humorous story ‘The Friendly Fisherman.’

The minutes of the June meeting were dispensed with due to the absence of secretary Janice Corpier.

The financial report, presented by treasurer Juanita Hutchinson, was filed for audit.

Organizing and completing new club yearbooks were the first items on the agenda. Also members were given an updated birthday list, member info sheets, and volunteer hours guidelines.

Osborne shared about the EHC Tea given by the Prairie County Historical Museum in DeValls Bluff for the Council Officers and Board members on June 23 following the EHC Board Meeting. Following the delicious meal prepared by museum director Debbie Cook, she provided a very informative and interesting tour of the museum. Todd Minor attended to explain the display of his late fathers accomplishments in the music industry. He also played a little of his dad’s ‘Rock a Billy’ recordings. We wish to thank the Arnold Founda-

her pancreas. Hoping all goes well with your surgery and you have a complete recovery.

--------Well wishes to Joyce Hendricks, who was hospitalized at Searcy the past week for problems that required a blood transfusion.

Joyce is the wife of former Des Arc mayor, the late Merlin Hendricks.

Her daughter, Judy Bone, is attending her needs as she recovers at home.

---------Kate and Dallas Keathley, ages 13 and 12, who live in Little Rock with their dad, Michael, returned home after spending some summer vacation in Des Arc with their grandmother, Faye Keathley.

Michael is regional traveling parts salesman with United Engines. His brother, Chris, is a design engineer for AT&T. Faye recently enjoyed a trip with a tour group to Washington D. C., her first time there; she got to see most of the attractions.

---------Velda Rogers, wife of Bentley Rogers, is reported recovering from recent knee surgery.

---------Thoughts and prayers are with Mary Ann Cobb, who has been moved from Searcy to St. Vincent’s in Little Rock. She has suf- Family Reunion fered two heart attacks and The Chandler Family Reis scheduled for some form union will be held Saturday, of procedure today.

August 1, gathering at 10 a. m. at the Ag Building in Des Arc. A potluck lunch will be served at noon.

Baby Shower

Social Photos Fee

honoring

Adnanne & Tyler VanHouten

Sunday, August 2 From two to four o’clock in the afternoon

at

Oak Prairie Fire Station Highway 11 Eight Miles Southwest of Des Arc Registered at Walmart and Target

7/25/2c

There is a Small Fee of $7.00 for All Social Photos used in the White River Journal These include engagements, weddings and anniversaries

tion sponsoring the event and Cook for their interest in our organization and for the graciousness shown us.

Since there was no unfinished business, next on the agenda was new business which included: Volunteers for program leaders for each month Discussed Community Service Project for the new club year. Members decided to continue LOVE boxes.

Voted to make a contribution in memory of club member Delores Williams to her church Discussed trip to Rice Exp on Friday, August 7, 2015, in Stuttgart. Several members plan to attend.

After the business portion, the program ‘Attitude is Everything’ was presented by July program leader Osborne. Members discussed ways to say things in a more positive way.

They also paid sincere compliments to the member to their left around the circle. The one receiving the compliment responded with “Thank you.” Research shows people with positive attitudes are healthier and happier.

As for the Eye Opener, Osborne showed a product that she recently discovered and thought maybe the other members might not know about. It has proven to be a very effective multipurpose powdered cleanser called ‘Barkeeper Friendly Helper.’ It works especially well on stainless steel and other metals.

Members were reminded that Leader Training will be Tuesday, July 28 at 1:00 pm at the Farm Bureau Building in Hazen. Darline Sickel, Janice Corpier, and Mitzi Osborne are to attend. Rose Knupp from the Prairie County Health Department will present ‘Know Your Health Numbers’ which will be the club program for August. A creative skill which will be October’s program will also be taught.

Birthdays for July are

Janice Corpier and Karen Golden. The birthday for August is Clara Lightsey.

Fellow members bring cards for the ‘birthday gals of the month.’

The July LOVE Box was delivered by Osborne to a very appreciative community member. Also three Welcome Kits including information on EHC were given to ladies who have recently moved to our community.

Biscoe EHC will meet August 10 at 10:30 am for their regular monthly meeting at the home of Rita Farris, hostess. Guests are invited to attend. Join us for fun, food, fellowship and learning. Biscoe EHC meets every 2nd Monday at 10:30 am. Contact President Osborne at 870 7347010 for further information. We are seeking new members for our exceptional organization. Anyone is welcome to join.The meeting adjourned with members reciting the Extension Homemakers Creed:

“I believe in the Extension Homemakers Club Program and accept the responsibilities it offers to be helpful to others and to provide for continuous improvement in all levels of living.

“I believe that through working together in a group we can enlarge the opportunities, enrich the life of our people, and create a more contented family and community life.

“I believe in my own work as a homemaker. I believe that the greatest force that molds character comes from the home, and I pledge myself to create a home which is morally wholesome, spiritually satisfying, and physically healthful and convenient.”

The mission of this organization shall be to empower individuals and families to improve their quality of living through continuing EDUCATION, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, and COMMUNITY SERVICE. Reported

Hazen True Value Wedding Registry Corinne Pullen & Ross Skarda of Hazen

Wedding November 7, 2015 FREE GIFT WRAP AND DELIVERY

Behind Every Project Is A

This Week’s Special 9ll

at

Chunky Munky

Pizza

Any Size - Any Kind

$

9

99 Each

SPECIAL Begins Thurs., July 23 - Good thru Wednesday, July 29 WATCH FOR OUR SPECIALS EACH WEEK 13th and Main Street - Des Arc - 870-256-4847

6

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y From the Kitchen of Rev. Jaimie Alexander, Methodist Minister at Bella Vista

,

J

U L Y

23, 2015

Delicious

Summer Meal From Rev. Jaimie Alexander

The recipes for Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Cream Styled Corn, Zucchini Tomato Bake, and Summer Layered Blackberry Cobbler combined to make for a delicious meal. Here are a few tips for using these recipes, be sure to use a thick chicken breast, fresh corn, zucchini, tomatoes, and blackberry filling is cooked the stove top as well as baked.

Tie on your apron and enjoy preparing these recipes for delicious results!

Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Breasts (6-ounce) container Greek yogurt ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Italian 1 tablespoon butter 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced ½ white onion, thinly sliced 1 cup sliced mushrooms 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Resident Fundraiser D.W. Branham is keeping a tally of monies received at the Resident’s Fundraiser that is held during the week. The proceeds help support the residents many activities such as going to the movies, the zoo, fishing and special events. Activity Director Teresa Henley is pictured at back.

De s Arc Nu rs iN g & r ehAbilitAtioN ceNt e r

by Activity Director, teresa henley

Hello from Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center! We hope you have found somewhere cool to get in out of this hot weather.

It is the middle of July, 2015. Everyone is seeking all things cool or downright cold!

Even out shopping, “hot blooded” folks make it a point to know where the best AC is to be found.

This week, we have enjoyed Teresa’s room visits.

We always enjoy the cool refreshments she brings.

We have also kept cool with Butter Pecan Ice Cream, sno cones and the Resident’s Fundraiser selling Strawberry ice cream.

In our rooms, we have cool ice water replenished two to three times a day and can be reached at the fingertip when desired.

At meal time, we have

cool fruit juices, cold milk, iced tea, and ice water, just to name a few.

All of these items and more have been provided to keep us cool and refreshed, no matter what the thermometer says on the porch!

Have you ever tried iced coffee? You can’t leave out snacktime between meals and at bedtime.

Our week has been blessed with the Des Arc First United Methodist Church sharing services.

Monday, Living Waters Church came to visit and had a time of individual personal prayer when desired.

The Disciples started off our Friday morning with their wonderful gospel music.

A party of visiting, music, refreshments, sponsored by our Assembly of

God friends was enjoyed on Saturday afternoon.

The rest of our July Calender is filled to the brim with events. Jordan will be here on Saturday to pop us some delicious popcorn.

The Disciples will be here on Friday with their music.

Parents Day is Sunday, July 26, Our Resident Birthday party is July 30.

We will have a visit from Snowball, the facility pet, play games, Bingo, crafts, ball toss, reminiscing and lots of other activities.

Come out and visit us.

Our air conditioning is working great!

Until next time, have a safe weekend.

Please check on the elderly and animals.

Tersea Henley Activitiy Director

Preheat the oven to 350° F. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, salt and pepper. Transfer half of the yogurt to another small bowl and mix it with the cheese. Set them both aside.

Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the pepper, onion, and mushrooms and cook for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Stir in the garlic, cook for 1 minute and then remove from the heat to cool.

Meanwhile, use a paring knife to cut a deep pocket on the side of each chicken breast. Divide the cheese and yogurt mixture equally and spoon it into the pockets.

Next, take the yogurt mixture with just the salt and pepper and coat the chicken breasts. Now, divide the sautéed veggies and stuff them into the pockets on top of the cheese mixture. Place the chicken breasts on a rimmed baking dish or pan that has been coated with nonstick cooking spray or parchment. Cook for 30 to 35 minutes, to until the chicken is cooked through.

Cream-Styled Corn 4 ears fresh sweet corn 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter Salt the corn and remove all the silks. Wash and the corn. Shave just the tips of the kernels using a very sharp knife or ; cut away from you, allowing the tips to fall into a large bowl. Using the back of the knife, scrape the creamy juice from the kernels into the same bowl. the in a skillet over medium heat and add the . Cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt.

Zucchini Tomato Bake 2 medium zucchini, sliced in ¼ inch slices 3 medium tomatoes, sliced in ¼ inch slices 1 medium sweet onion, sliced in ¼ inch slices ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 4 tablespoon butter, melted ½ cup panko bread crumbs (or crushed butter crackers - like Ritz) Preheat the oven to 350°. Lightly spray a 2½ quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Combine the zucchini, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder and toss to coat. Put the vegetables into the prepared dish and sprinkle with the cheese.

In a small bowl, stir the melted butter and the bread crumbs together. Sprinkle the crumbs over the casserole. Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the crumbs have browned.

Summer Layered Blackberry Cobbler 3/4 cup 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon self-rising flour 2 cups fresh 1/4 cup , cold and cut into small pieces 1/2 to 2/3 cup milk ice cream Vanilla Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Butter a 1-quart baking dish.Combine the sugar with 1 tablespoon of the flour, the berries and 1 cup of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.

In a medium bowl, use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the remaining 2 cups of flour until small crumbles start to form. Slowly stir in the milk, adding just enough so a soft dough starts to form and isn't sticking to the sides of the bowl. Once formed, place the dough on a lightly floured cutting board and use your hands to pat it into a square. With a rolling pin,roll the dough to 1/2 inch thick and then cut the dough into 2-inch-wide strips.

Pour 1 cup of the blackberry mixture into the bottom of the buttered dish. Closely line half of the dough strips on top of the blackberry mixture. Bake for 12 minutes or until the dough starts to brown. Remove from the oven and pour the remaining berry mixture over the baked strips.

Closely line another layer of dough strips on top and bake for another 12 minutes or until the dough has browned.

Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream

The Des Arc Senior Citizen Center is hosting a

BBQ Supper and

Elvis Impersonator, QUEEN CO NT ESTANTS These three “Queens” traveled to Alma, Arkansas July 18 to represent the Des Arc Senior Citizens Center in the 2015 “Mrs. Senior Arkansas” pageant. They are: left to right Ada Kunkel, Sandra Webber and Judy Petty. They were accompanied by the Center’s site director, Barbara Williams and husband, Tommy; and husbands, Don Kunkel and W. R. Petty.

The ladies said, “We didn’t win but we had a great weekend!”

The presentation of the ladies also included talent. Ada signed the song “Love in Any Language;” Sandra lip-synced a song and Judy sang a sacred song.

seNior citizeNs ceNter DES ARC, ARK

By Barbara Williams, Site Director

We’ve enjoyed the nice little cool off this week from the rain showers that were pleasantly needed.

Monday we had Bean Bag Baseball practice and a ball exercise that afternoon.

Tuesday morning we went to Walmart and the Dollar Tree in Beebe before the heat of the day got too bad.

Wednesday we had our homemade breakfast and Bingo with piano playing and singing.

Thursday morning a group headed out to Alma, AR to the Ms. Senior

Arkansas pageant. Mrs. Ada Kunkel, Ms. Sandra Webber, and Mrs. Linda Petty returned Sunday from four fun filled days of practice, a dinner ball, and a pageant. They got to meet a bunch of great women!

We hope everyone can come out to our BBQ Friday night the 24th.

We will have Elvis Impersonator Butch Dicus The King of Hearts at the Des Arc Elementary Cafetorium. We will serve dinner from 4:30-5:30. The entertainment will start at 6pm. $10 per plate, 8 and under $5, 3 and under free.

Purchase tickets at the Des Arc Senior Center or tickets will be $12 at the door. We will be serving Smoked BBQ, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Homemade Desserts and Drinks. Proceeds will go toward the Prairie and Lonoke County Meals on Wheels. We hope to see you there!

Barbara Williams, Site Director Olivia Holcomb Osborn, Meals on Wheels www.facebook.com/desarcseniorcitizencenter

Butch Dicus The King of Hearts Friday July 24, 2015 We will be serving dinner from 4:30 - 5:30 pm Entertainment will begin at 6:00 pm at the

Des Arc Elementary Cafetorium $10 per plate, 8 and under $5, 3 and under free.

Purchase tickets at the Des Arc Senior Center, or tickets will be $12 at the door

We will be serving Smoked BBQ, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Homemade Desserts and Drinks Proceeds go toward the Prairie and Lonoke County Meals on Wheels Please call 870-256-3751 for any additional questions

W

H I T E

R

O

I V E R

B

J

O U R N A L

I

T

H U R S D A Y

U

A

,

T

,

R

J

U L Y

I

2 3 ,

2 0 1 5

E

S

7

E. L. Henderson was formerly with Wingmead

George Robert Waters

John Edward Smith

Robert Waters was former local resident

John E. Smith was native of Cross Roads

George Robert Waters, 93, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 7, 2015.

He was born to Jewell Owen Waters and Pearl White Waters on January 27, 1922 in Prairie County, Arkansas and was the oldest of three children. He grew up in the Crossroads community and attended schools in Crossroads, Plainview, Carlisle, and Des Arc. Robert was an honor graduate in the 1942 class at Des Arc High School.

After brief careers in farming, working at a bakery and pipelining he accepted a position in 1944 at Addressograph Multigraph as a service manager. He was transferred from Little Rock to Enid, Oklahoma with the company in 1970.

August 6, 1949 he married Nell Johnson of Des Arc and they had two daughters Kay and Barbara. Robert married Linda Miller on January 24, 1971 in Jacksonville, Arkansas. They made their home in Enid where they raised their daughter Debbie.

After 42 years with Addressograph Mutigraph, Robert retired in 1996, and then worked several years for Memorial Park Cemetery and Enid Speedway.

Bob was a people-person and could always find someone to talk to. He enjoyed spending time twice a day with his coffee buddies.

Robert is survived by his wife Linda Waters of Enid, Oklahoma; three daughters Kay Waters Sakaris and John, Barbara Waters George all of Houston, Texas, and Debbie Lagan and Billy Joe Dilley of Creede, Colorado; three grandchildren James Sakaris of Houston, Texas, Daniel George of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Ashli Coleman of Enid, Oklahoma; and onegreat granddaughter, Audri Coleman of Enid, Oklahoma.

He will be lovingly missed by everyone.

A graveside memorial service was held Saturday, July 11, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Enid, Oklahoma.

John Edward Smith of North Little Rock died Sunday, July 19, 2015.

He was born June 9, 1924 to Bill and Mabel Smith in the Cross Roads Community, near Des Arc, in Prairie County Arkansas.

He served in the United States Army, was a Veteran of WWII and was on Utah Beach during the Normandy invasion. He enlisted from the Army into the Arkansas National Guard where he served for 23 years before retiring as a Master Sergeant. He also retired with 37 years of service from the VA at Fort Roots.

He was a member of Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church for over 50 years, a member of the Fidelis Class and the XYZ. John and his family had many fond memories of their times at Gardner. He served on various boards and committees over his lifetime and was active in the Medical Clinic ministry until a few years ago.

John was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 52 years, Anna Bell Glover Smith; and brother, Thurlo Smith. He is survived by his sons, Rayburn (Tammy) Smith and Jeffery (Sherrie) Smith; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Patsy Southard.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church, 1723 Schaer Street, North Little Rock, Arkansas 72114 or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 1501 North Pierce Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72207.

Funeral services wereheld at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Gardner Memorial United Methodist Church.

Interment was in the Arkansas Memorial Gardens.

Clara M. Bishop dies at Chambers in Carlisle

Kenneth “Big Kenny” Gray Sr., 63, was born May 15, 1952 to Robert and Violet Gray. He left this world suddenly on June 18, 2015.

Big Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother.

Big Kenny is survived by his companion of 13 years, Cecilia “Boo Bear” Murray and their two Chihuahuas, Peppy and Lizzie.

He is also survived by his children, Heather (Jason) Williams of Alvin, Texas, Kenneth “Little Kenny” (Stacy) Gray Jr. of Willis, Texas, and Sean (Juanita) Gray of Alvin, Texas. He also leaves to cherish his memory eight grandchildren, Brittanie, Zachory, Tristyn, Hannah, Lyndsey, Bradley, Austin and Lily; one brother, Gene; one sister Brenda; and the mother of his children, Linda Martin.

Big Kenny served as a staff sergeant in the United States army from 19731983.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Professional Services entrusted to and provided by Richardson Memorial Funeral Home, Stuttgart.

Clara Mae Bishop, 74, of Humphrey passed away Saturday, July 18, 2015, at Chambers Nursing Home in Carlisle.

Clara was born April 4, 1941, in Pine Bluff to Jesse James Beliew and Violet Bradberry Beliew. She was a homemaker and retired housekeeping supervisor.

She loved to crochet and tend to her garden, and was an avid reader.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, David Bishop; one brother, James Beliew; and one sister, Freda Yarbrough.

Survivors are three sons, Michael Bishop, Carl Bishop and wife Maria and Robert Bishop and wife Debbie, all of Heber Springs; eight grandchildren; and numerous greatgrandchildren.

Funeral services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Turpin Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. before the service.

Burial was in Hamilton Cemetery.

www.SmithFamilyCares.com.

Kenneth Gray, former Army sergeant, dies

Thomas J. Privett

T. J. Privett was former Lonoke Mayor lThomas Joseph Privett, 77, of Lonoke, AR died in his home on Saturday, July 11, 2015.

Thomas is survived by his wife of 57 years, Linda Sweatman Privett and his daughter, Lisa Privett. He is preceded in death by his parents, T.E. and Mildred Privett; his son, Joey Privett; and his sister, Rosemary Moody.

Thomas, a lifelong resident of Lonoke, attended Ouachita Baptist University, University of Arkansas, and UALR. He became a Real Estate Broker and started Privett Real Estate Co. He owned and operated Lonoke Lumber Company for more than 50 years prior to semi-retirement.

In the 1970’s, he developed Privett Park Subdivision and built over 150 houses in the community.

Devoted to the City of Lonoke, Thomas was Mayor for four years, from January 2003 to December 2006 and City Treasurer from January 1973 to December 2002. He was instrumental in bringing the Hwy 89/I-40 interchange and worked tirelessly to bring industry, businesses and progress to Lonoke. The Lonoke Area of Chamber of Commerce recognized this service with awarding “The Order of Oak Tree-Deeply Rooted in Community Investment” to Mayor Thomas Privett in 2005.

His community involvement began early with membership the local and state chapter of Jaycees serving as State Vice President in 1968 and State President in 1969. Recognized as one of the Outstanding Young Men in America in 1968 receiving that national honor in a ceremony in Memphis. That year he also received the M. Keith Upson Award and the Outstanding VP for Arkansas Jaycees. The Lonoke chapter of Jaycees recognized this with the Distiquished Service Award in 1974 and Boss of the Year in 1981. He is a lifetime member of Arkansas Jaycee Senators and JCI Senators.

He was a member of Lonoke Baptist Church, but over the last few years found another church family in Lonoke Assembly of God. Memorial Services were held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, July 15, at Lonoke Baptist Church in Lonoke.

Arrangements were by Boyd Funeral Home, Lonoke, AR. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either Friends of Lonoke Animal Shelter, PO Box 384, Lonoke, AR 72086 or Open Arms Shelter, PO Box 161, Lonoke, AR 72086

Edward Lee Henderson, 88, of Stuttgart passed away Saturday, July 4, 2015, at Crestpark in Stuttgart.

Mr. Henderson was born Dec. 2, 1926, in Walters, Oklahoma, to Edward Lee Henderson Sr. and Zella Hoodenpyle Tatum. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in animal husbandry from the University of Oklahoma. He had worked at Cripple Creek in Oklahoma and Wingmead Farms near Roe and was manager at Saddle and Sirloin Club in Kansas City. He was an avid duck hunter and dog trainer of a line of Weimaraners. He was also a Methodist, Mason and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cordie Evelyn Sparks Henderson.

A casual memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, July 24, at Lone Tree Cemetery chapel.

Cremation arrangements provided by Turpin Funeral Home, Inc. of Stuttgart.

Cleaodis Pickett dies at Stuttgart Cleaodis Pickett was born to the union of Iscom (Butch) Pickett and Harriet Alexander Pickett on Nov. 17, 1953. He entered eternal life on July 8, 2015.

Cleaodis Pickett enlisted in the United States Navy on Feb. 29, 1975. He was active three years and inactive three years. Later in life he was employed at Riceland Inc. for 30 years before retiring.

He was a member of the Bethel AME Church under the leadership of Rev. Napoleon Davis Jr. where he was the prime example of a faithful and reverent worker until his health declined. He was well taught and very studious in the word of God. He was a devoted servant of God with several roles in his church: a Sunday School Teacher, which was one of his passions, a Trustee and a member of the Sons of Allen to name a few.

He was a loving and compassionate husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed the sports of basketball and football and enjoyed playing dominos.

Cleaodis Pickett was preceded in death by his father, Iscom (Butch) Pickett and sister, Emma Pickett.

His memories will live on through his loving wife of 13 years, Mrs. Mary Ann Pickett; his mother, Harriet Pickett; one son, Delbert Pickett of Maumelle and step son; Andrew Bryant of Stuttgart; three stepdaughters, Deshundra Taylor, Anita Brantley and Angela (Ray) Thompson; three brothers, Ray (Maretta) Pickett and Anthony (Kandy) Pickett of Lewisville, Texas, and Keith Pickett of Stuttgart; four sisters, Betty Chambers, Barbara (Wilbert) Owens, Janice Pickett Wofford, all of Stuttgart, and Shirley Pickett of Detroit, Michigan; 13 grandchildren; one greatgrandchild.

Funeral service was Saturday, July 18, at Bethel AME Church, Stuttgart at 11 a.m.

Integrity Funeral Home, Stuttgart, was in charge of arrangements.

Marcus D. Isbell

Maxine Putt

Marcus D. Isbell Maxine G. Putt, was formerly Des Arc native, dies at Little Rock with Riceland Maxine G. Putt, 81, of Little Rock, formerly of Hazen, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2015.

Born in Des Arc to John N. “Doc” Smith and Dollie Jane Sutterfield Smith, she was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, husband, Aubrey L. “Buddy” Putt and her son, John Aubrey Putt.

Maxine was a homemaker and she and Buddy ran two businesses over their years together, Putt’s Dollar Store in Hazen and Putt’s Esso in Stuttgart. She was a member of Center Point Missionary Baptist Church near Hazen.

Maxine is survived by her daughter, Sandra and husband Stan Grinder of Little granddaughters, Rock; Courtney Grinder of North Little Rock, Rhonda Swinford and Daniel Patton of Stuttgart,, Brandy Putt of Little Rock and Jamie Putt of Russellville; grandson, Christopher Grinder and wife, Stephanie of Conway; and great-grandchildren, Samantha and Zachery Worring of Stuttgart, Alexis, Tristan and Cayden Grinder of Canton, Georgia, Madeliene Victoria Grinder of Conway, Kailyn and Kelsey Putt of Little Rock and great-great grandson, Conner Farrester of Stuttgart and she was “Aunt Mac” to a host of nieces and nephews.

Services were held at Center Point Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday, July 19.

Interment was in the Center Point Cemetery.

Visitation was held on Saturday, July 18, at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen.

Marcus Dee Isbell, age 73, of Carlisle, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 12, 2015. He was born July 30, 1941 in the Snake Island Community to the late Joe T. Isbell and Carlee Nation Isbell.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Tipton Isbell; two daughters, Carla (Martie) Underwood of Carlisle, and Karen (Mike) Fairbanks of Russellville; four grandchildren, Justin (Brodie) Underwood, Stacie Underwood, Trent and Grant Fairbanks; one sister, Cora Etta Isbell Billings and many nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, Helen Virginia Isbell and Mary Etta Isbell Pruett and one brother Joe Carroll Isbell.

He was a member of the Snake Island community church for 41 years until the closing in 2011 where he was Sunday School Superintendent for many years.

He is currently a member of the Humnoke Pentecostal Church of God in Humnoke and served on the Board of Directors.

He was employed with Riceland Foods of Stuttgart for 31 years and retired in 2006. After retirement he stayed busy serving in his church, helping his son-inlaw, Martie Underwood, on the farm, helping in Walter Bowlan’s repair shop, and playing with his grandchildren.

Funeral Services were held Wednesday, July 15, at 2:00 p.m. at the Pentecostal Church of God in Humnoke.

Interment followed in the Hamilton Cemetery with arrangemenys by Boyd Funeral Home of Lonoke. www.boydfuneralhome.net.

Prote Prot Protect o e ect ct t Your Yo Y You our Family Family be prepared with

Tornado Storm Shelters Steel Safe Rooms, & Above/Below Ground Shelters

6 Person (4x6x6)

$3,499

00

12 Person (8x6x6)

$4,199

00

16 Person (10x6x6)

$4,69900

Financing Available | 10 Year Warranty Handicap Accessible Designed for Easy Entry

For more information, call

870-997-1053

www.ProtectYourLoved1s.com Accredited with the BBB | Registered with Angie’s List FHA | Now accepting Visa and Master Card

Terry Lee Peoples dies at Stuttgart Terry Lee Peoples of Stuttgart was born Aug. 5, 1966 to James Lewis Peoples and Letha Mae HoltPeoples. He departed this earthly life on Thursday, July 9, 2015.

Terry graduated from Stuttgart High in 1984. His favorite pastime was watching football and wrestling. As family and friends reminisce about stories of Terry, they will remember his smile, his laughter and his outgoing personality.

Terry was preceded in death by his mother, Letha Mae Holt-Peoples.

He leaves to cherish his memories a loving father,

Mr. James Lewis Peoples; five sons, Carlos Cox, Jerome Cox, Terrell Lee Peoples, Tyrin Oshea Knighten Peoples and Tyron James Knighten Peoples; one daughter, Amyah Dachele Knighten Peoples; two brothers, James Peoples Jr. and Larry Peoples; four sisters, Mary Jo (Seller) Herring, Marilyn Peoples, Gloria Hicks and Lou Ann Peoples; a very special friend, Quechele Knighten; with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives that really loved him.

Funeral service was Saturday, July 18, at 1 p.m. at Holy Benton.

Find Sites Serving Summer Meals Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE To find help getting food for your family, visit www.WhyHunger.org/FindFood USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

8

W

H I T E

R

J

I V E R

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

2 3 ,

2 0 1 5

Arkansas’ cotton acreage expected to sink to new low

By Mary Hightower U of A System Division of Agriculture JONESBORO, Ark.– Arkansas’ cotton acres are expected to sink to a new low – below 200,000 acres – due to weather delays and depressed prices.

“Absolutely, positively no doubt we’re at an all-time low. We shattered our old low,” Bill Robertson, extension cotton agronomist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said Wednesday.

A good indicator, he said, was the estimate from the Arkansas Boll Weevil Eradication Board, which had to make its own assessment of acres in its program.

The director “told me this morning that what they have is 198,500 acres,” he said.

Robertson said the reduction in the state’s cotton acreage isn’t concentrated in any single area.

However, “where gins own land, they’re going to encourage their farmers to grow cotton,” he said. “In northeastern Arkansas, we have a higher percentage of ginowned land. There, we’ll see fewer acres shift.”

Back when corn was going for $8 a bushel, the gins gave renting farmers more flexibility on what to farm, as corn was a good crop to rotate with cotton.

“Economics are driving this. You can’t run corn through a cotton gin. You’ve got to run cotton through a cotton gin,” Robertson said.

Rain delays Rain on top of more rain kept farmers and cotton seed out of the fields this spring.

“At the beginning of May, we had a fifth of the crop planted and as of May 31, we hadn’t yet completed cotton planting,” said Scott Stiles, extension economist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.

“Once you’re into June, odds are you’re not going to set any yield records. As of June 1, we still had 8 to 10 percent of our cotton left to plant. That amounted to 18,000 to 20,000 acres. I have doubts all of that was actually planted.”

The outlook for cotton on the market hasn’t been very bright either. Last year, the price per pound peaked at 84 cents in the first week of May 2014. “We’re well under the highs we saw last May in the December contact,” Stiles said. “This year, the highest trade during the month of May for the December 2015 contract was 66.99.”

“I'd say 90 percent of our year-to-year decline in acres is attributed to low prices,” he said.

WHITE RIVER JOURNAL

Area Community News

Please report your news to the Correspondent in your local Community

CROSS ROADS/

GrEGory GLEaNiNGS

Opal Crider, Correspondent

By Rosetta Lockhart

HICKORY PL AINS

Folks, don’t come to Gregory, it is hot here!

Paul and Rosemary Collins and Rosetta Lockhart went to Bethany Baptist church in Georgetown Sunday evening. Our Pastor Dan Week is preaching a 3 day revival there.

Sunday lunch guest of Mickey and Billye Holder were Matt Brown of No. Little Rock, Tracye Nick and Lee Willis of McCrory and Donny and Michelle Brown.

Jared Cooper of Judsonia visited Darlene and Troy Tims Sunday afternoon.

Fannie Peters spent a

WRIGLEY GRANDS Charlotte Wrigley, center, enjoyed a fun day on Sunday, July 19, with her grandchildren. They are: Emily Wrigley, seated; back, left to right: Alexis, Spencer, Charlotte and Ryan Wrigley and Clint Davis with friend, Molly. Alexis and Ryan are the children of Chuck and Julie Wrigley. Emily and Spencer are the children of Steve and Kristy Wrigley and Clint is the son of Kathy Wrigley Davis Thompson. The special occasion of the gathering was an early celebration of Julie Wrigley’s birthday. They all say, “Happy Birthday, Julie!”

Exercise classes at the Hickory Plains Methodist Church Fellowship Hall will be dismissed until after Labor Day. Charlotte Wrigley and daughter, Debora Carpenter, recently returned from their annual Minnesota trip to see Charlotte's sister, Glad Mittelstadt, and brother, Don Davenport. It was Glad’s 88th birthday. They also traveled to Kindred, ND, to visit our Peterson Cousins. Jeff Peterson was run over by a tractor last summer in a freak farm accident. As he and his son were trying to put an electrical fire out, the tractor started and began moving.

Jeff's son screamed at his Dad and Jeff moved just enough to keep the tractor from running across his body.

He has had a long recovery. When we saw him he looked great standing across the room!! He walked over and hugged us!! He works part time and can't sit or stand very long at a time. Thanks for the many Arkansas prayers for Jeff!! They returned through Branson where they saw the JONAH production at SIGHT AND SOUND THEATER. Clara Clark and I went to Church last Wednesday night. Clara really enjoyed it; first time she’s got to go since before her surgery.

She was glad to see all; of course some aren’t there on Wednesday night.

Sympathy and Prayers for all the Covington family. Friday, Wayne Covington of Austin was in the hayfield when something caught fire. He had a heart attack. He was the son of the late Buddy and Merledean.(See obit in this edition) Kansas Ingle had his 21st birthday celebration Saturday at Spunk and Barbara Ingle’s. They grilled out and had a big bunch there.

We had to go to Beebe Saturday to pick up some

Stiles said that for the Mid-South region – Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee -- the National Agricultural Statistics Service March planting intentions indicated that cotton acreage would be down 400,000 acres or 27 percent from 2014. “Considering the planting delays during May, I suspect we'll see further reductions in Mid-South cotton acreage in the range of 55 to 60,000 acres,” he said.

China and cotton China has been something of a “frenemy” to U.S cotton growers. Its enormous government stockpile of cotton – 65 million bales, or 60 percent of the world’s reserves -has helped keep prices low worldwide.

However, “China is still our top market for upland cotton,” Stiles said. “Through June 11 we've sold them 2.3 million bales in the 2014 marketing year.”

Vietnam is the next best market at 1.6 million bales, with Turkey right on its trail with 1.5 million bales.

For more information about crop production, contact your county extension office or visit www.uaex.edu or http://Arkansascrops.com.

ground pork, so had to make the trip count. HA! We enjoyed Chinese while there Henry and Mandy Bush got to enjoy great nieces, Jordan and Krista Dreyer and Macy Lankford, this week.

Rick, Robbie, Carl and Christian were here for lunch Sunday. Rick and Robbie brought all the food and Rick grilled. Carl brought two friends, Alexis from Jackson, MS going to Pharmacy School, and Allison from LA and going for Biology at UAMS, to have lunch with us.

Sunday, Uncle Bob Evans had family there for potluck lunch. Gary, Brenda and Elijah Evans, Ryan, Leah, Kenzie, and Luke White, Mike and Debbie Baum and some of their kids and grandkids, Steve and Sheila Lee. They had a good time together.

I went to Des Arc Sunday evening to sit with Thelma Griffith. She is in bed and needs a MIRACLE. She is a precious lady. She’s in the Evans family, so we are all kin. Her daughter, Lori McFarlin, was there, then her daughter, Betty Jo, got there before I left.

When I got home from Des Arc on Sunday night, Ernest and Liz Norman were here visiting. None of us had supper yet. I fixed us all Chinchaga’s.

We had a nice visit.

Tuesday, Mike and Debbie (Evans) Baum and their kids and grandkids took Uncle Bob Evans to Hernando, MS to see Rodney Evans and family.

HL and Ethel McCall came to visit Clara Clark Tuesday. First time they had seen each other since before Clara moved.

The next “Ladies Drop By” will be Tuesday, August,10, at the Hickory Plains Methodist Church at 1PM. Come join us, we have FUN! HPOS wants to let everyone know that Tracy

will serve breakfast on Sunday mornings. She will also have a Sunday lunch special for $4 .99.

Dinner SPECIALS on TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS! Come out & 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 PM2:30PM, Sat.10AM1:30PM. REMINDER) For people to call 870-854-3703 or email me (OpalCrider@centurytel.net) 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!

Have a Good Week In The Lord!

Happy belated 79th Birthday July 21st to Uncle Johnny Burling!

Happy 45th Anniversary July 24th to Bob and Opal Crider! HA! Happy Birthday July 26th to Betty Covington and Cyndi Hamric!

Happy Birthday July 27th to Donna Loyd!

Happy Birthday July 28th to Shana and Bryce Harrison, Bobby Joe Cochran, James Rettig and Jake Veazey!

Happy Anniversary July 28th to Ethel and HL McCall!

Happy Birthday July 29th to Lyndilyn Clark and Julie Wrigley!

Happy Birthday July 30th to Margie Speight and Henry Bush!

Happy Birthday July 31st to Pat Johnson and Kylie Jones!

Happy Anniversary July 31st to Ola Mae and Carlos Hamric!

If you plan to do evil, you will be lost, if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness Proverbs 14:22.

few days in Caldwell this week with Virginia and Jodi Davis. She went to take care of Jodi as she had back surgery last week.

Kevin Pinegar sent word via Facebook that his Mom, Della was in a Dallas hospital but was okay from that but was keeping her overnight. BUT she does have a fractured leg, so she is with Jamie for now. ( I have read that –in life there is the time when parents care for the children—then the time when each take care of themselves-THEN the time when the child takes care of the parents— that scares me as Della is

younger than me—and Jamie is taking care of her!)

Larry and Sally Peebles spent most of last week here ‘doing things’. Houses forever needing are ‘things’done.

Emily Cooper, Hayden and Chloe were with her Mom Leisa Watkins in Searcy during the weekend ‘doing things’ with the children.

David David and Gatha Oltman of Monticello visited with Helen and O.B. Fields last week.

Rosetta

NEW BETHEL NEWS Donna Kelly, Correspondent

Things are rather slow around here. It is just to hot to be outside very long at a time. I managed to get my shrubs trimmed.

We had good services at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday. The ladies meet on Tuesday for Bible Study.

The men meet on Wednesday.

The men will meet Saturday morning around 7 or 7:30 to wash the church and fellowship building down as they get so many bugs and dust on with such hot and humid weather.

Our Homecoming will be this Sunday. We would love to see a nice crowd out.

Our revival meetingwill be Monday thruFriday night starting at7:30 p.m.

July 27-31. We are looking forward to hearing Brother Christian Van Houten bring the message each evening.

Joyce Taylor hasn't been well lately, we sure miss her.

Dale and Evelyn Greenwalt and Maylin Edge were under the weather.

Charles Ingle called me. He was feeling better

and got to go to church.

He has been in a lot of pain. He went to the doctor.

We extend sympathy to those who have lost loved ones.

Robin Sample remains in St. Vincent Hospital.

She has her ups and downs with progress. Our prayers are with her.

Becky Semore, daughter of the late Loretta Moore, came down for a visit. Several of the family girls got together. They enjoyed looking at old pictures and remembering love ones gone before.

Prairie County remains aphid-free as they continue to expand Sugarcane aphids are being found through most of the Arkansas Delta, surrounding Prairie County and extending to 22 counties statewide.

The insects, which infest sorghum and can sometimes be found in Johnsongrass were confirmed in the three southeasternmost counties in late June.

“Aphids are now confirmed in 22 counties,” said Nick Seiter, extension entomologist for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.

The aphids have been reported as far north as Crittenden and White counties and as far west as Logan County in the Arkansas River Valley. The full list: Arkansas, Ashley, Chicot, Crittenden, Desha, Drew, Lee, Lincoln, Logan, Lonoke, Phillips, St. Francis and White counties.

New to the list are Craighead, Cross, Jackson, Jefferson, Mississippi, Monroe, Poinsett, Pulaski, Woodruff. On Seiter’s latest map, Prairie County is an aphid-free island.

Aphids exude honeydew that can grow black mold that inhibits photosynthesis on the leaves and the stickiness of the honeydew

can gum up harvesting equipment.

For more information about managing sugarcane aphids, contact your county extension office or visit www.uaex.eduor http://a rkansascrops.com .

The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is an equal opportunity/equal

access/affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact your County Extension office (or other appropriate office) as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

If You had a HOMEOWNER’S PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIM While insured by any of the following Insurance Companies in the last 5 years, YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO COMPENSATION American Family • Liberty Mutual Federal Insurance (Chubb) Nationwide • State Farm Farmers Fire Ins. Exchange Farmers Insurance Company, Inc. Allstate • Safeco

Please contact: CASEY CASTLEBERRY Murphy, Thompson, Arnold, Skinner & Castleberry

for a FREE CONSULTATION 1-888-902-5580 Batesville, Arkansas

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

2015

9

FARM/HOME Commission approves dove season dates Hunting may be the furthest thought from the minds of Arkansas outdoorsmen, but fall hunting was on the agenda for the July 16 meeting of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

During the meeting, the Commission set the state’s dove season dates. Commissioners also heard a proposal for the late migratory bird seasons.

Early migratory bird season dates: Mourning Dove and Eurasian Collared Dove: Sept. 5-Oct. 24 and Dec. 19, 2015-Jan. 7, 2016 Teal Season: Sept. 12-27 Rail Season: Sept. 12Nov. 20 Woodcock Season: Nov. 7-Dec. 21 Common Snipe Season: Nov. 1, 2015-Feb. 15, 2016 Purple Gallinule and Common Moorhen Season: Sept. 1-Nov. 9 Early Canada Goose Season: Sept. 1-15 Northwest Canada Goose Zone Season: Sept.

19-28 AGFC Waterfowl Program Coordinator Luke Naylor presented the Commission with the late migratory season proposals.

Proposed duck season dates: Nov. 21-29 Dec. 10-Dec. 23 Dec. 26-Jan. 31 Youth Hunt: Feb. 6-7

Canada, White-fronted, snow, blue and Ross’s goose seasons: Nov. 19-Jan. 31 Snow, blue and Ross’s goose conservation order: Oct. 10-Nov. 18, Feb. 1-5 and Feb. 8-April 25 The late migratory bird season dates and regulations will be approved at the August commission meeting.

In other business, the Commission: *Authorized the director to enter into an agreement to purchase a 5-acre parcel adjacent to Two Bayou Creek Wildlife Management Area in Ouachita County. Cost of the property is $15,000. Federal Wildlife Restoration Funds will cover 75 percent of the acquisition cost. *Authorized the director to enter into an agreement to purchase a 160-acre in holding on Sheffield Nelson Dagmar WMA in Monroe County. Purchase price is $480,000. Money for the purchase includes $360,000 from Wildlife Restoration Funds and $120,000 earmarked from non-resident duck stamp funds. *Discussed a proposed change in the spring 2016 turkey season regulations. *Honored 22 employees for their service to the AGFC. The group had a total of 420 years of experience with the agency.

Federal Crop Insurance gets failing grade

By John Crabtree, johnc@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs

At the Center for Rural Affairs, we’ve heard from farmers across the Midwest and Great Plains about the negative impacts of federally subsidized crop insurance for over a decade. A farm safety net is important to help family farmers mitigate risks, but there are real concerns with the current crop insurance program. The best way to begin addressing those concerns is through honest assessment of the crop insurance system.

Toward that end, the Center for Rural Affairs recently released a crop insurance report card, entitled: Promises vs. Performance: A Report Card Evaluating Federal Crop Insurance. Most of the grades awarded are not what parents would hope to see on their own child’s school report, and the accompanying Policy Brief offers further analysis and recom-

mended reforms to improve the performance of the crop insurance system.

In overall performance, crop insurance received a failing grade (www.cfra.org/crop-insurance-reform).

Subsidizing the nation’s largest and wealthiest farms on every acre, every year, regardless of crop prices, production or farm profitability, puts America’s natural resources at risk.

And, absent reform, crop insurance gives megafarms an advantage in bidding up land costs, driving their smaller neighbors out of business, and preventing the next generation of farmers from ever getting started.

The impact crop insurance will have on future years of farming practices is significant, making reform of the federally subsidized crop insurance system vitally important to the future of rural and small town America.

CROP REPORT Brent Griffin CEA-Staff Chair Prairie County Cooperative Extension Service P.O. Boxll 388 DeValls Bluff, AR 72041 (Office) 870-998-2614 (Mobile) 870-351-54616

Week of July 13 Days of field -- work: 6 Top Soil Moisture: 75% short, 25% adequate Sub Soil Moisture: 50% short, 50% adequate Livestock Condition: Fair Main Activities: Scattered thunderstorms dropped beneficial rain in a few areas. Irrigation pumps ran at full capacity as high heat, humidity and crop development zapped soil moisture. Rice leaf blast is common in Jupiter, southern leaf rust was confirmed at low levels in corn, sugar cane aphids were discovered at low levels in grain sorghum, late planted soybeans showed signs of environmental stress. Livestock stayed confined to shaded areas Growing Progress: Corn: 90% Dent Rice: 55% Headed Soybean: 100% emerged, 75% Bloom, 25% Pod Sorghum: 100% headed, 50% color Cotton: 50% bloom Crop Condition: Corn: 20% Poor, 70% Fair, 10% Good Rice: 20% Poor 50% Fair 30% Good Soybean: 25% Poor 50% Fair 25% Good Sorghum: 25% Poor, 75% Fair Cotton: 25% Poor, 75% Fair Pasture/Hay: 20% Poor 80% Fair

New ways of learning a lost art - soapmaking A soap making workshop was held Saturday, July 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc. (Soap-making was a necessity until the 1920-30’s for many people; however, ingredients were different - lye was the main ingredient when soap for household use was made back then.)

Nine participants learned the cold process of making soap, and tried six different recipes, including green tea with lavender, cocoa butter, and buttermilk bastile soap. Although participants made the soap on Saturday, it still has to cure for two weeks before they get to take any home.

Kristyn Watts, Superintendent at Powhatan Historic State Park, instructed the workshop, and explained the chemistry behind making and using lye soap.

(Soap-making was a necessity until the 1920-30’s for many people; however, ingredients were different - lye was the main ingredient when soap for household use was made back then.)

COMING EVENTS AT MUSEUM Lower White River Museum State Park will host a two-day history day camp for kids aged 7-12 July 30-31 from 9 a.m. – noon, and a fall crafts workshop on Saturday, September 19, at 10 a.m.

For more information, contact Monica Smith at the Lower White River Museum, 2009 Main Street, Des Arc, AR 72040. Phone (870) 256-3711 Fax (870) 256-9202.

E-mail: monica.f.smith@arkansas.gov.

Lower White River Museum State Park is one of 52 state parks administered by the State Parks Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.

Research essential for Arkansas to remain competitive in agriculture

By Ryan McGeeney U of A System Division of Agriculture

Continuing agricultural research is essential if Saving the bees - Arkansas is to remain competitive globally, state AgriHoney bees, critical pol- culture Secretary Wes Ward linators for many of the told lawmakers this week. world’s food crops, are Ward and about twodying at such an alarming dozen members of the rate that nearly one-third of the food supply is in dan- Joint Committee on Agriger. And the science clear: culture, Forestry and EcoNeonicotinoid pesticides nomic Affairs met Wednesare the leading contributor day at the Fruit Research behind bee colony collapse. Station in Clarksville. The And the outlook for bee station is one of 16 Univercolonies is clearly getting sity of Arkansas System Diworse. A recent survey, vision of Agriculture refunded in part by the USDA’s National Institute of search and extension cenFood and Agriculture, re- ters that develop, test and vealed that U.S. beekeepers deliver new techniques to lost over 42% of their help farmers survive tough colonies between April markets, natural disasters 2014 and April 2015, a sig- and shrinking profit marnificant upswing of losses gins. from the previous year.

“It’s why agriculture is In the face of this trouthe No. 1 industry in bling situation, some major retailers and communities Arkansas — it’s because of are taking measures to re- what the research stations move these pesticides from do,” Ward said. “If you look their store shelves, and at any commodity, whether more than 20 states, com- it’s rice or a specialty crop, munities, and organiza- if they didn’t have the latest tions have already passed research, Arkansas would measures to limit or ban not be as competitive as we neonicotinoids. are. Their ability to do what they do is very important for Arkansas’ competitiveness, from local markets to global markets.”

The legislators listened as division faculty and administrators spoke about ongoing efforts in countybased extension education, food distribution and marketing, food science innovation and fruit breeding. Lawmakers also toured the blackberry and peach breeding grounds at the station.

Division connects research with end users Mark Cochran, vice president for agriculture and head of the Division of Agriculture, emphasized the connection between the work conducted at Clarksville and its other research stations across the state and the educational outreach by Cooperative Extension Service agents who bring that research to the growers.

While the Division of Agriculture has some facilities and faculty on the Fayetteville campus, it is not funded through the university and is a distinct entity within the U of A System in the same way as the Clinton School for Public Service or the Criminal Justice Institute.

“We reach more Arkansans than anyone else in higher education, if

you look across all our programs,” Cochran said. “Almost 90 percent of our contacts with state citizens come through county offices — that’s a big delivery mechanism. Our mission is to provide scientific solutions in an impartial fashion to relevant problems in the state.”

Of the approximately two dozen commodities produced in Arkansas, the state ranks in the top half of farm receipts in all but one of them, said Hank Chaney, extension area agriculture and natural resources specialist for the division. The state’s rankings are due in part to the significant increases in yields — particularly in rice and soybeans — that have been a direct result of crop science research conducted by the division, he said, and the efforts of extension agents to make that knowledge available to growers.

“The county program is where the rubber meets the road,” Chaney said.

“Agents provide the research results to our clientele at the grassroots level.

“We’re also part of the county in which we reside,” he said. “To be successful as a county agent, you have to care about the people you work with and serve.

That’s your greatest reward, knowing you’ve made an impact in someone’s life when you walk away.”

Specialty crops While the majority of the state’s crop production is in crops like soybeans, rice and corn, specialty crops including fruits and nuts remain are a valuable part of Arkansas food sales. The Fruit Research Station, home to hundreds of acres of blackberries, raspberries, peaches and other fruit, was a setting chosen in part to discuss the state’s market share of specialty crops.

Ward told legislators that Arkansas is projected to receive about $307,000 in federal funding in 2015 under the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Act of 2004. The amount, based in part on reported acreage of specialty crops, is about $50,000 less than the state received under the act in 2014.Ward said Arkansas has received about $2.7 million in federal funding through the program over the past decade.

“We would really like to see that number increase,” he said. “Specialty crops are an important part of Arkansas agriculture, and this is where we could really use your help. Sometimes, people don’t like to record that information or give it away, but it helps the state get extra funding for projects in the future.”

State funding While the Legislative Council last week approved a request from Gov. Asa Hutchinson for a onetime transfer of $3 million from the state’s General Improvement Fund to the division, Rep. Dan Douglas of Bentonville, chairman of the House ag committee, said that funding for continued agricultural research should be a priority for the state legislature in the coming years.

“Nationwide, farming is a $130 billion industry, but it’s in decline. The budget is tight, but farming is 20 percent of our state’s” gross domestic product, Douglas said. “We’ve got to keep the Division of Agriculture funded, because if we don’t, we lose that valuable resource, on not only research, but educating the producers on how to produce their crops more profitably in a down market.”

Rep. David Hillman of Almyra, vice chair of the House ag committee, said that the Division is the key to developing the food products consumers want.

“The Division of Agriculture has a strong role to play in that — if they don’t do it, who is going to?” Hillman said. “Without a Division of Agriculture, we don’t have a whole lot.”

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services to everyone.

Send News, Photographs, and Letters to the White River Journal PO Box 1051 Des Arc, AR 72040 wrjnews1@centurytel.net

10

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

2015

Des Arc High School Band students Arkansas 4H shooting sports teams attend camp at Monticello bring home top places at Nationals

DAHS Band students who attended camp at the University of Arkansas-Monticello July 13-16 Kneeling front row, l-r: Maeve Boyer, Majorette, Drelon Hunter, Drum Major.

Back row, l-r: Flag line members Jordan Romaine, Callie Long, Audrey Crawford, Elizabeth Charton and Hannah Ensminger. David Yarbrough is DAHS Band Director The Des Arc High School Marching Band Flag Line, Majorette and Drum Major for the 2015 marching season attended camp at the University of ArkansasMonticello July 13-17.

The camp is designed to teach students not only how to perform for the upcoming marching season but also to give them some leadership skills that will be used.

All of the students received several hours of intense instruction during

maine, Audrey Crawford, Callie Long, Elizabeth Charton, Hannah Ensminger, Maeve Boyer and Drelon Hunter.

The Flag and Majorette lines will be holding a Rummage Sale this Saturday, July 25 at 8:00 a.m. at the Des Arc High School Band room. Come out and support these students.

Marching season practice begins, Monday, August 3. Band students will be preparing for their show “The Best of Bruno Mars”.

the week culminating in a final performance given on Thursday, July 16 at 4:00 p.m.

“All groups performed wonderfully and represented Des Arc High School with the utmost pride,” said David Yarbrough, DAHS Band Director.

“Thanks to all of the parents who allowed their students this great experience this summer, “ Director Yarbrough stated.

Those attending the camp were Jordan Ro-

Upcoming Band Events Flag/Majorette/Drum Major Yard Sale(DAHS Band Room) Flag/Majorette Practices Section Leader Meeting Band Room Closed Summer Band (8-12)

Sat., July 25 July 21, 24, 28, 31 July 27 (9-11 a.m.)

July 29-Aug. 1 Aug. 3-7 (8-11:30 a.m and 1-3 p.m.)

Aug. 13-14 (8-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.)

Sat., Aug. 15 (8 a.m.- 1 p.m.)

Aug. 17, 7:00 p.m.

Summer Band (8-12) Band Car Wash DAHS Band Room Band Booster Meeting (All Parents 7-12 grade)

High School Registration Dates 8 am-3 pm Seniors: Senior Photos will be taken. Appt. times mailed

Mon., July 27

Juniors: Sophomores: Freshmen: Eighth Grade: SeventhGrade: Orientation-

Mon. Aug. 3 Tues., Aug. 4 Wed., Aug 5 Thurs. Aug. 6 Mon.,Aug.10 5 pm

High School Open House

Mon., Aug. 10 6-8 pm

Elementary Open House

Tues.,Aug. 11 K-2nd at 6:00 pm 3rd-6th at 7:00 pm

Faith Gross

Skylon Williams

Faith Gross and Skylon Williams earn All-American Cheerleader at UCA Camp Faith Gross, a member of the Junior Eagle Cheer Team and Skylon Williams, a member of the Senior Eagle Cheer Team achieved the distinction of All-American Cheerleader while attending the University Cheer Camp in Conway last week on the University of Central Arkansas

(UCA) campus.

Faith was presented an All-American medal and has been invited to cheer in the Thanksgiving Parade in Houston, Texas.

Skylon was presented with an All-American medal and has been invited to cheer in the Varsity Spirit New Years Tour in London, England.

Congratualtions to Faith and Skylon on their accomplishments!

Faith is the daughter of Doug and Terri Gross of Des Arc. Skylon is the daughter of Sherrill Williams and granddaughter of Brenda Holloway of Des Arc.

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – The first trip by an Arkansas state team to the 4-H Shooting Sports National Championships resulted in six top 10 placements - including three first-place finishes – and some head-scratching from surprised competitors.

In years past, Arkansas sent teams from Lonoke and Sebastian counties, but had not previously fielded a statewide team for this event.

“It is a rare thing for a state to come into this level of competition, with seven teams in their first year of attendance, and bring home this kind of hardware,” said Rex Roberg, Arkansas 4-H Shooting Sports Coordinator. “The comment, ‘Where in the world did this Arkansas bunch come from?’ was heard many times during the week.

“I am so happy for and proud of these 4-H youth and their coaches,” he said. “ I can't say enough about the character, sportsmanship, and skill level of our youth and coaches. This is the finest bunch of youth and 4-H volunteer leaders I've ever been around.”

Roberg also thanked “our two National 4-H Shooting Sports Ambassadors, Graycen Perkins and Kyle Russell. They are the cream of the crop, and represented Arkansas 4-H

with class. Hats off to both of them!”

He said that both were heavily involved in the presentation of daily and overall awards, assisting the National 4-H Shooting Sports Committee with coordination of the week’s events, and conducting activities at the Teen Social, which was the highlight of the week’s extracurricular activities.

Record turnout The members of the Arkansas 4-H team were among 635 registered competitors from 32 states – a record number -- at that the National Championships, held June 21-26 at Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska. The teams competed in nine disciplines: Compound archery, recurve archery, air rifle, air pistol, .22 rifle, .22 pistol, shotgun, muzzleloading and hunting skills.

Arkansas’ seven teams and 28 competitors scored high in air rifle and muzzleloader.

The air rifle team of Avery Hannah, Asa Cox, James Kidd, and Mikaela Phillips won first place.

Phillips won first overall individual and Cox took seventh place overall. The air rifle team was coached by Joanie Hannah of the Washington County 4-H Shooting Sports Club.

Arkansas also won the muzzleloader competition

with the team of Tristan Eike, Regan Puryear, Felecia Secrist and Matthew Harris. Puryear earned second place and Harris sixth place overall. Coached by Doug Secrist and David Joyner, both of Benton County.

For more information, contact your county extension office or visit http://www.uaex.edu/4hyouth/activities-programs/shootingsports.aspx. To see the full results of the 4-H National Shooting Sports championships, visit http://4h.unl.edu/4hshoot ingsportsnationalchampionships.

The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action institution. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact your County Extension office as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.

The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Scenes from recent Sr. Eagle Football Camp held at Hinson-Rollins Field

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

Democrats celebrate together

,

J

U L Y

23,

11

2015

MOSQUITO MAN:

Photos and story by Chris Weems Twenty Prairie County Democrats were among an annonced 2,500 persons who attended the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Saturday evening, July 18, at Verizon Arena in North Little Rock. Former U.S. First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton was the Keynote speaker.

The invocation was given by Rev. Justin Bilson, Youth Pastor, St. Mark’s Baptist Church. Carlos Cervantes, a Vietnam War Veteran, led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Caleb Conrad sang the National Anthem.

Awards were made to Democrats from across Arkansas. Vince Insalaco, chairman, Democratic Party of Arkansas, introduced Asher Brooklyn, Jaylen Harber and Liberty Walls, children, who gave special reasons for why they were happy to present Mrs. Clinton to the crowd.

Former Governor Mike Beebe made the formal introduction of the Keynote Speaker, Hillary Rodham Clinton.

The former First Lady of Arkansas received an enthusiastic welcome from the Arkansas audience. Mrs. Clinton reminisced about her days in Arkansas, “Working on ways to improve education for our children, such as helping implement the HIPPY program that she had seen a model

of in Israel.”

Mrs. Clinton spoke about her granddaughter, Charlotte, who is not quite a year old. They all read to her, sing and talk to her she said.

She was critical of the Republicans’ conservative philosophy of “trickle-down” economics, the idea that the tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans will lead to economic benefits for Americans at all income levels.

Mrs. Clinton said that as president, she will “work toward expanding pre-kindergarten education opportunities. She also wants to enact sensible regulation on Wall Street, work at rebuilding the nations’ infrastructiure and support job gowth across the country”.

She also wants “to find ways to curb growing student debt, saying educaton should lift up young people, not drag them down.”

“The Republicans, “ she said, “need to realize that climate change is real and will affect generations to come. We can move forward into a clean energy future and we can create millions of good new jobs if we go forward with that.”

ABOVE: Greg Smith, on the ground, assisting the “Mosquito Man”, detaches hose dispensing the chemical mixture used to spray mosquitos from Stan Ferguson’s plane.

BELOW: Stan Ferguson was seen on Friday evening, July 17 spraying for mosquitos over Des Arc.

Successful Young Entrepreneurs Coming to DeValls Bluff To Help Youth Launch A Business in 48 Hours Can They Really Create a Business in 48 Hours??????

The Arnold Family Foundation and Elevate Entrepreneurship Systems have teamed up to bring a group of young entrepreneurs to DeValls Bluff. The young entrepreneurs from Little Rock and Atlanta will be working with a group of youth in DeValls Bluff to create a business in 48 Hours. The 48 Hour Entrepreneur Event kicks off on Friday July 24th at 12:00 P.M. with a community leaders luncheon where Chef Donald Stone a featured youth entrepreneur will prepare a 3 course lunch for local leaders. The youth will begin working on the business at 2:00 P.M. at the end of the luncheon and the event ends on Sunday July 26, at 2:00 PM with the entire community invited to the youth’s pop-up store. Again this event will take place: L-R: Deronda Tucker, Rita Farris; Chris Weems, president of Prairie County Democratic Women; Harvey Joe Sanner, Chairman of Prairie County Democratic Central Committee, Nell Pich and Jerry Aycock

Friday July 24, 2015 – Sunday July 26, 2015 The DeValls Bluff Community Center (formerly the DeValls Bluff Auditorium)

710 East Sycamore St. DeValls Bluff, Arkansas

For directions and additional information contact Liz Schwede at lschwede879@gmail.com Elevate’s team of talented and successful young entrepreneurs plan to create real opportunities for and with the youth of Prairie County. The team will work throughout Prairie County to identify and find young people who want to start a business or who need employment opportunities.

The team of young entrepreneurs and youth from Prairie County will then work around the clock to develop the business. The team will complete the event on Sunday July 26, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. when they will introduce a Pop Up Store with their newly developed business and products. The entire community will be invited to come out and help launch the new venture. All activities will take place at the DeValls Bluff Community Center (formerly the High School Auditorium), located at 710 East Sycamore Street, DeValls Bluff Arkansas.

From left: Sadie Foster, Helen Holloway, Thelma Gray, Holly Powell, and Deronda Tucker, past president of Prairie County Democratic Women

Elevate Entrepreneurship Systems is led by Matthew and Maria Hampton. The couple have helped hundreds of young people start businesses throughout the State of Arkansas and nationally.

Order of Events:

Friday July 24th

Kick-Off Luncheon 12:00 -2:00 Event Kicks Off 2:00 Youth Entrepreneurs Working on Business 2:00 Until

Saturday July 25th

Breakfast with Curtis Arnold 9:30-10:30 and Matt Hampton Working Sessions 10:30 Until

Sunday July 26th

Morning Prayer Breakfast 9:30 -10:30 Pop Up Store Set Up 11:00-1:30 Grand Opening / 1:30- 2:00 Ribbon Cutting Final Comments from 2:00 Curtis Arnold and Matt Hampton

“I am from a Grady, a small town in South Arkansas and I know how important it is for young people in rural communities to see examples of success and I am confident that these young people will make an impact on the youth of DeValls Bluff, I wish I had this type of opportunity growing up in South Arkansas” Maria Hampton, Co-Founder of Elevate Entrepreneurship Systems

Featured Youth Entrepreneurs Elevate has selected a team of youth entrepreneurs that are engaged in international trade, global business development, and creating technology enabled companies.

Standing: Bart and Laura Calhoun.

Seated: Lynn Sanner, Butch Calhoun, Wilma Robinson and Claretta Anderson

Donald “Doughboy” Stone, 22 Doughboy’s Youth Catering Company

Donald “Doughboy” Stone has become a household name in Arkansas as a 5 year youth entrepreneur who began his first business at 14. Donald now attends Pulaski Technical College where he has a 3.8 GPA and is one of the top culinary arts students in the region. Donald also has seen his business increase its sales / profitability by 50% each year since starting.

Devon Thompson, 17 DigiGURUS

Devon Thompson is the owner of DigiGURUS, a firm that engages young entrepreneurs in web-site building, app development, technology training, and coding. Devon launched his business two years ago after meeting the Elevate Team at Central High School. Devon was able to quickly increase his GPA from a 0.2 to a 3.5 after entering the Elevate System. Devon is an aggressive and serious youth entrepreneur who is currently building web-sites for a number of small businesses, corporations, and large government agencies.

Keith Jones, 23 Chris Polk 21, and Damian Polk 24 Fly Hearts Never Broken

Ray McVay Sr., Mary Sue Roe, Marilyn Burnett and Harvey Joe Sanner

Never Broken. These young men began their business at an early age, because they couldn’t afford to keep up with the latest clothing trends at their school, so what did they do, created their own clothing. The team of young entrepreneurs began designing t-shirts in their garage and after years of success and failure the Fly Hearts Team developed relationships with foreign suppliers. This is when their brand became a household name in Mobile Alabama. The team of young men then moved to Atlanta Georgia where they continued to expand their brand. The young men use global sourcing strategies when working with international suppliers to acquire their products. The team then uses social media sites such as Instagram to promote their wears to other young buyers. The business has become a huge success and the guys are currently in negotiations with some of the world’s most well-known urban brands.

Keith Jones, Chris Polk, and Damion Polk are the co-founders of Fly Hearts

12

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

Prairie County Clerk’s News The following information was obtained from the records in the County Clerk’s office at the Prairie County Courthouse in Des Arc on Monday, July 20, 2015: Marriage License Paul Anthony Rogers, 19, Des Arc and Allie Dawn Whittaker, 18, Des Arc.

Land Transfers General Warranty Deed Arkansas State Game and Fish Commission, a costitutional agency of the State of Arkansas, Grantor, hand paid

by Arkansas State Highway Commission, a constitutional agency of the State of Arkansas, Grantee, the real property situated in Prairie County:

Part of the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 31, T3N, R4W AND ALSO Part of the Fractional N 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 32, T3N, R4W

Warranty Deed Ronnie E. Ro gers and Doris J. Rogers, Grantors, hand paid

by Walter Chad Wilson and Sharon K. Wilson, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: The N 1/2 of Lots Eleven and Twelve, Block 62, Watkins Survey to the Town of Des Arc.

Warranty Deed Chester R. Smith and Connie Smith, and Christopher L. Smith and Lana Smith, Grantors, hand paid by Walter Chad Wilson and Sharon K.

Wilson, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: Lot Nine and all that portion of Lot Ten lying West of a line Four Inches East of the fence constructed by Vida Evelyn Terry Long approximately 25 feet from the West line of said Lot, Block 50, Watkins Survey to the Town of Des Arc.

Warranty Deed Donald Holland and Bobbie Holland, Grantors, hand paid

by Walter Chad Wilson and Sharon K. Wilson, Grantees, the following lands lying in the Northern District of Prairie County: The South 90 feet of Lots Eleven and Twelve, Block 71, Watkins Survey to the Town of Des Arc.

District Court News The following cases were heard before District

Judge Robert Abney in District Court Hearings held on Monday, July 20: City Cases Madison Gschend, Holly Grove, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor.

Failed to Appear.

Continue to July 27, 2015.

Richards, Kevin Griffithville, charged with Violation of Arkansas Hot Check Law. Bond Forfeited.

Wilbert Thomas, charged Marianna, with Contempt of Court-Probation Violation. Continued to July 27, 2015.

Jay Steven Dietrich, Des Arc, charged with Public Intoxication/Drinking in Public. Defendant

appeared and Advised of rights. Plead Not Guilty.

Request for Council denied.

Hearing set for September 10, 2015.

Tracy Brown, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License, Unsafe Vehicle, No Liability Insurance and Endangering a Minor.

Plead Not Guilty.

Hearing set for September 10, 2015.

State Cases Shania Rachelle Ward, Beebe, charged with Failure to Pay and Failure to Appear on a Written Summons x2. Failed to Appear. Warrant Issued.

William Collins, Jr., Poplar Grove, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 68 MPH/55 Zone. Bond Forfeited.

Trevar D. Bidwell, Knoxville, TN charged

with Violation of Permit After Hours. Bond Forfeited.

Lee Ann Rogers, Des Arc, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance.

Failed to Appear.

Issue Warrant.

Lashawna M. Isbell, Carlisle, charged with Driving on Suspended or Revoked Driver License-Class A Misdemeanor, Possession of Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Defendant Appeared and Advised of Rights.

Plead Not Guilty.

Hearing set for September 10, 2015.

Tony K. Scroggins, Jacksonville, charged with Exceeding Posted Speed 86 MPH/55 Zone. Fine and Cost $217.00 and Six Months Probation. If no further violations, charge dismissed.

Prairie County Jail Count The following inmates are currently incarcerated in the Prairie County Jail at Des Arc, according to Sheriff Gary Burnett, as of Monday, July 20, 2015: Thresher, Jason, 43, ADC 309. Intake date March 6, 2013.

Spencer, Demetrius Lamont, 40, ADC 309. Intake date June 12, 2013 McCraney, Vernist Pete55, ADC 309. Intake date June 8, 2015..

Holloway, Lyne C., 47, charged with Terroristic Threatening-Felony. Intake date January 12, 2015.

Herrera, Elias, 40, charged with Sexual Assault. Intake date February 7, 2015.

Lovett, Dominique R., 24, charged Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Intake date December 12, 2014.

Modlin, Jonathan, 18, charged with Probation Revocation, Fleeing-Misde-

meanor, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, Criminal Mischief-First Degree, Terrorisstic Threatening, Pobation Violation and Disorderly Conduct. Commitment. Intake date May 27, 2015.

Brazzell, Jerry Wayne, 51, Commitment. Intake date June 20, 2015.

Anderson, Demonte, 21, charged with Delivery/Manufacture of Cocaine. Intake date June 23, 2015.

Freemon, Eshon N., 31, Commitment. Intake date July 4, 2015.

Smith, Bruce Andrew, 45, charged with Possession of Other Drug. Intake date July 2, 2015.

Linam, Jeffrey, 20, Commitment. Intake date July 6, 2015.

Metcalf, Nicoe Jerel, 27, charged with Delivery/Manufacture of Cocaine. Intake date June 23, 2015.

McMillen, Jeremiah, 35, charged with Warrant Service Fee. Intake date July 9, 2015.

Matlock, Trinity L., 28,

charged with Possession of Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver. Intake date July 7, 2015.

Darby, Franklin Wayne , 40, charged with BatteryThird Degree and Parole Violation. Intake date June 29, 2015.

Crutchfield, Merron Lee, 51, Commitment. Intake date July 15, 2015.

Holmes, Trevis Terell, 24, charged with Failure to Pay Fine and Cost. Intake date July 18, 2015.

Shelton, Stacy, 48, charged with Failure to Appear. Intake date July 14, 2015.

Thompson, Jordan William, 18, charged with Possession of Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Intake date July 18, 2105.

Wiggins, Justin Dallas, 28, charged with Probation Revocation. Intake date July 15, 2015.

Kilgore, James Oriley, 26, charged with Theft of Property. Intake date July 16, 2015.

H U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

2015

July Plea Day Hearing Results The following cases were heard before Judge Tom Hughes in Plea Day Hearings held in the Northern and Southern Districts of Prairie County: Northern District Jamye L. Smith charged with Probation Revocation-Class U and Probation Violation. Sentenced to three years ADC Jelecia M. Jackson charged with Probation Revocation-Class U, Probation Violation and Battery-Second Degree Felony.

Continued to August 18, 2015.

Jessica Lanell Duke charged with Probation Revocation-Class U and Probation Violation. Continued to September 22, 2015.

Michael Baker charged with Probation Revocation-Class U and Probation Violation. Continued to August 18, 2 015.

Angela C. Mackey charged with Possession of Controlled Substance Schedule I,II Meth Cocaine-Class D Felony, Furnishing Prohibited Articles-Class B Felony. Sentenced to 30 months ADC plus Court Costs and Fees and Six Months Driver License Suspended.

Justin Dallas Wiggins charged with Probation Revocation-Class U and Probation Violation. and Adulterate Drug Test or Possession of AdulterantsClass B Misdemeanor Continued to August 18, 2015.

Jonathan Modlin charged with Probation Revocation Class U and Probation Violation. Sentenced to 60 months ADC. Robert S. Price charged with Aggravated AssaultClass D Felony. Continued to August 18, 2015.

Sarah Nicole Ripper charged with Theft of Property-Class D Felony x2 and Forgery-Second DegreeClass C Felony x2. Sentenced to 60 months Supervised Probation plus restitution, fines, court costs and 150 hours Community Service.

Jarrod Allen Felkins charged with Rape-Class Y Felony. Continued to August 18, 2015.

Cody A. Edwards charged with Residential Burglary-Class B Felony, Theft of Property-Class D Felony and Fleeing-Class D Felony. Continued to Au gust 18, 2015.

Ethan D. Reaves charged with Furnishing Prohibited Articles-Class C Felony.

Sentenced to 60 months Supervised Probation plus court costs and fines.

Ramona Kay Clendenin charged with Furnishing Prohibited Articles-Class C Felony. Failed to Appear.

Warrant issued.

Cassie Evans charged with Aggravated Assault/Corrections Officer-Class D Felony. Continued to August 18, 2014.

Dewayne Kirkland

charged with Probation Revocation-Class U and Probation Violation. Continued to September 22, 2015.

Steffon Hood charged with Aggravated AssaultClass D Felony and Possession of Firearms by Certain Person-Class D Felony.

Pre-trial set for August 19, 2015.

James Kilgore charged with Theft of PropertyClass D Felony. Continued to August 18, 2015.

Southern District Angela Herrera charged with Permitting the Abuse of a Minor x2. Nolle Prosequi-No Contact Order William Cody Noel reset for September 21, 2015.

Rogert Wallace charged with Probation Revocation.

Reset for September 21, 2015.

Penny Noel charged with Probation Revocation. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Kenneth Anderson charged with Aggravated Assault and Battery Third Degree x2.

Patrick Hill charged with Controlled SubstanceFraudulant Practice, Fraud or Deceit.

Elbert Jones charged with Probation Revocation. Order to extend probation for one year and additional fines.

Robert Humbert Jr. charged with Probation Revocation. Order to Extend Probation for one year and additional fines.

Jason Holmes charged with Possession of Methamphetamine or Cocaine with Purpose to Deliver and Drug Paraphernalia.

Jacob Daniel charged with Possession of Schedule I or II Controlled Substance that is not Meth or Cocaine and Possession of Scheulde I or II Controlled Substance that is not Meth or Cocaine with Purpose to

Deliver.

Jason Howell charged with Delivery of Methamphetamine or Cocaine, Delivery of Methamphetamine or Cocaine. Reset for September 21, 2015.

Bruce Smith charged with Possession of Methamphetamine or Cacaine with Purpose to Deliver and Possession of Methamphetamine. Reset for September 21, 2015.

Victor Penn charged with Theft of Property, Lost, Mislaid or Delivered

by Mistake. Reset for October 19, 2015.

Madison Walker charged with Theft and Criminal Trespassing. Warrant Issued.

David Swartz charged with Fleeing. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Dominique Lovett charged with Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver, Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms x2 and Drug Paraphernalia x2. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Carl Stewart charged with Fleeing. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Nicoe Jerel Metcalf charged with Delivery of Methamphetamine or Cocaine. Reset for August 15, 2015.

Demonte Anderson charged with Deliver of chedule VI Controlled Substance. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Daniel Woodall charged with Delivery of Schedule VI Controlled Substance x2. Reset for August 17, 2015.

Trinity Matlock charged with Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver. Reset for September 21, 2015.

Timothy Eddings charged with Theft of Property. Reset for September 21, 2015.

Car of the Week

at D3!!!

This is a 2013 Toyota Avalon XLE with leather seating and 59,987 miles, it is brand new inside and out!

We are asking $20,987.00. We offer financing with rates as low as 1.89% with approved credit!!

11324 Hwy 11 N-Des Arc, AR 72040 / 870-830-2737 www.d3autosales.com

WILL REMOVE OLD VEHICLES, scrap metal, batteries, etc., for fair price. Call Steve Sanner at 870-256-5178.

S E RV I C E D I R E C TO RY 3/26/4p

Custom Irrigation Irrigation System Installation & Repairs

Irrigation Systems Contractor Exp e all at erie tim

Fr

Agricultural Needs

nce d

Tel: (870) 256-3104 (870) 256-3070 Hwy 11 (4 miles north of Des Arc) Bill and Shaley Calhoun, Owners

4/30/4p

s

E ee

ADVERTISE IN SERVICE DIRECTORY

SAVE $2 EVERY WEEK 2 x 2 “ Ad - 4 Total Inches

$10 Per Week (Regular $12) Run 4 Weeks Only

Express yourself perfectly with flowers and gifts from

Lynn’s Flowers & Gifts 16th & Main Street - Des Arc

870-256-3191 - 870-256-1399 7/2/4c

WH

I T E

RI

V E R

JO

U R N A L

TH

,

U R S D A Y

,

J

U L Y

23,

13

2015

CLASSIFIEDS, SERVICES, LEGALS

Real Estate Now Is the Time to Buy!!

INTEREST RATES ARE LOW!

HOUSE FOR SALE FOR SALE BY OWNER: House and 2 Acres, on Hwy. 11 between Des Arc and Hazen. Call for appointment: 501-516-6910 or 501-516-5534.

7/16/4c

ACREAGE

2 Bdr, 1 Ba, Remodeled, Storm Shelter, 108 Whippoorwill.................$ 47,500.

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.

See these listings at www.ezmls.com

LIST WITH US - FOR SURE SALE! Janice Huffstickler,Broker

DES ARC REALTY

FOR SALE: 40 Acres, hunting/building. Brown Grove area. Call 501-516-2833 ALSO: FOR SALE: 80 Acres, Farmland with upgraded water system. Brown Grove area.

Call 501-516-2833.

7/9/cc

1304 Main Street - Des Arc, Ar 72040 - 870-256-5223

FOR SALE Master Tow Tow Dolly 1,000.00 (only used twice)

Super Game Fisher 12’ Boat, 9.9 Evinrude Trolling Motor,43 lb Thrust, Galvanized Trailer.......1,000.00 Generac Generator, 6500 watt, on Trailer, Out of RV w/20,000 mi...750.00 18 ft. Big Tex Trailer, 5’ Drive Gate................2000.00

Home For Sale

(excellent condition)

Call 501-607-1296 Doug Price

JOB OPENINGS Des Arc Housing Authority has an opening for a maintenance position. Job includes taking care of 92 apartments.

Skills needed include: plumbing, some carpentry, electrical knowledge, various other skills and ability to work well with the public. Bring or mail resume to the Housing Authority office at 505 South Second Street, Des Arc, AR 72040 no later than 10:00 a.m. July 24, 2015.

7/16/2c

JOB OPENING: Prairie County Road Department. Job Requirements: Must have Valid Arkansas Driver’s License, CDL License or in process of obtaining CDL License; must perform pre-trip/post trip safety inspections of truck and or equipment; ability to load and unload heaving items, ability to move and operate heavy equipment, physical labor necessary, knowledge of local roads a plus, ability to follow directions, ability to work without supervision; must be punctual and dependable, free from alcohol and drug abuse. To apply contact the County Judge’s Office at 870-256-3741 for an application or you may submit a resume to Prairie County Road Department, 605 Hwy. 38 E, Des Arc, Ar 72040.

Ordinance No. 2015-06 “An Ordinance amending the Des Arc Zoning Ordinance No. 2003-10, to rezone a tract of property; declaring an emergency and for other purposes.”

SECTION ONE: HUFFSTICKLER TRACT: (a) The following tract, owned by Janice Huffstickler, is currently zoned C-2 Commercial, said tract being described as follows: The East 138 feet of the following described tract of real property, to wit: Part of the South part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4 SW1/4) of Section Eleven (11), Township Four North, Range Five West (T4N R5W) and described more particularly as follows: Begin at a point on the Section Line between Sections 11 and 14, 638 feet South 89 degrees, 40 Minutes East of the Corner of Section 10, 11, 14 and 15 in Township Four North, Range 5 West; Thence North 175 feet to an iron pin; Thence South 89 degrees, 40 minutes East Parallel to said Section Line between Sections 11 and 14, 263.2 feet to a stake; Thence South 175 feet to a point on said Section Line between Sections 11 and 14; Thence North 89 Degrees, 40 Minutes West and along said Section Line between Sections 11 and 14, 263.2 feet to the point of beginning, lying in the Northern District of Prairie County, Arkansas. (b) In order to accommodate a request of Huffstickler to rezone this tract to R-1 Residential, and upon the recommendation of the Des Arc Planning Commission, following a public hearing int he manner specified by Ordinance No. 2003-10, the Huffstickler Tract, above described is rezoned R-1 Residential.

SECTION TWO: SEPARABILITY OF PROVISIONS: It is the intention of the City Council that each separate provision of this ordinance shall be deemed independent of all other provisions herein, and it is further the intention of the City Council that if any provision of this Ordinance be declared invalid, all other provisions thereof shall remain valid and enforceable.

SECTION THREE: EMERGENCY CLAUSE. An emergency is hereby declared to exist and in order to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Des Arc, Prairie County, Arkansas, this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage.

ADOPTED on this 21st day of July, 2015 APPROVED: James B. Garth, Mayor ATTEST: Chrisana Knupp, Recorder-Treasurer

7/16//2c

2015 LEXUS RX 350 st No Firent! m y a P

Cottage Style Home For Sale Features Hickory Hardwood Floors, Natural Stone, Large Walk-in Shower, In-Ground Pool, Pool House/Razorback Retreat, Irrigation System, Much More! PRICE REDUCED! Located at 2011 Maple St., Des Arc, AR

Call 501-516-9761

cc

ONLINE ONLY BANKRUPTCY AUCTION!

$44,900

16 Townhouses & 5 Single Family Homes Property Location: Cherokee Village, Sharp County, AR Online Bidding Ends: 2:00 PM, CST, Thursday, August 6th OPEN HOUSES: July 25 & 26, call for details

PARKER LEXUS Where Customers Refer Their Friends

Consisting Of: (16) 2 BR Townhouses (9 with 2.5 baths, 4 with 2 Baths and 3 with 1.5 Baths). Also (5) 2 BR/1 BA Single Family Homes With Carports

#1 Shackleford West, Little Rock, AR 72211 501-221-1700 | ParkerLexus.com

Case No.4:13-BK-14457T AALB 169 & 2150 10% Buyer’s Premium

For Info Call or Visit Website 501-868-4877 Go to www.wooleyauctioneers.com to bid now!

MSRP $47,314, 27 months, $2,599 cash/trade equity, 10,000 miles per year, $0 security deposit. TT&L not included, residual $32,181, with approved credit.

Offer ends September 8, 2015.

Week of 07-20-15

STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS Call Eva or Linda at 1-800-569-8762 to place your ad here!

HELP WANTED

Can You Dig It? Heavy Equipment Operator Career!

Offering: Training Certifications Running Bulldozers, Backhoes/ Excavators.

VA Benefits Eligible! 1-866-362-6497. ACT Dothan AL, Licensed SBPCE.

HELP WANTED TRUCK DRIVERS

DRIVERSNo experience?

Some or LOTS of experience?

Let's Talk! We support ever driver, every day, every mile!

Call Central Refrigerated Home.

(855)610-8784.

CentralTruckDrivingJobs.com

Class A CDL Driver

Is Home Time Important?

New Pay Package Up to .43 cpm Affordable Benefits Paid Vacation/Direct Deposit Must have 2 years OTR

Call Dancor Transit Inc. @ 866-677-4333 www.dancortransit.com

Butler Transport- Your Partner in Excellence. CDL Class A Drivers Needed. Sign on Bonus! All miles paid. 1-800-528-7825 or www.ButlerTransport.com

MISCELLANEOUS

Make a Connection. Real People, Flirty Chat. Meet singles right now! Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-877-939-9299.

REDUCE YOUR CABLE BILL! Get a whole-home Satellite system installed at NO COST and programming starting at $19.99/mo. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade to new callers.

CALL NOW 1-800-474-0423 AUCTION

Timberland Sale

by Sealed Bid - BID DATE -

Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 3:00 PM

100.32 (+/-) acres consisting of 2 tracts in Cleveland County, AR. Deer hunting opportunities.

Tracts may be purchased as a whole or individually. Please call for bid package, property tours, and information.

Lile Real Estate, Inc. &RQWDFW %UDQGRQ 6WD̆RUG 501-416-9748 or 501-374-3411 EVWD̆RUG#OLOHUHDOHVWDWH FRP

www.lilerealestate.com Real estate plus contents

Estate Auction

To advertise our Life Time Warranty PREMIUM SIDING, WINDOWS OR METAL ROOF For our upcoming

brochure. Save Hundreds.

Payments $69/Mo. No money down.

EZ Financing! Senior/Military Discounts.. Call NOW!!

866-668-8681

Satellite TV under $1/day!

Get Satellite TV installed at NO COST and FREE HD/DVR Upgrade to new callers, SO CALL NOW!

877-388-8577

DIRECTV Starting at $19.99/mo.

FREE Installation.

FREE 3 months of HBO SHOWTIME CINEMAX starz. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only.

CALL 1-800-341-9639

TWO-BRAKES RESERVE: 446.0 (+/-) acres offering excellent duck/deer hunting and crappie/brim/bass fishing. Located in Ashley County, Arkansas near the town of Portland. Two cypress/tupelo brakes with 3 boat ramps and 3 spacious, custom-built, floating duck blinds. 76% of the property is in old-growth timber and planted trees. Offered for sale for $1,162,200.00. Contact Brandon Stafford at 501-416-9748.

Lile Real Estate, Inc. www.lilerealestate.com

APARTMENTS FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED APARTMENTS AVAILABLE

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!

(One & TWO Bedroom Apartments) Hud-Subsidized Housing For low income persons, age 18 years or older And Developmentally disabled as verified by a physician. Rental Based on 30% of adjusted income. Income Limits: 1 Person - $22,200 2 Person - $25,400 Osmundsen Court Apartments 12800 Vimey Ridge Rd. Little Rock, AR 72103

Contact Carol Webb at Integrity, Inc. 1-501-614-7200

TRAINING/EDUCATION

WANTED 7 MORE HOMES

Thursday, July 23, 2015, 10:00 AM 1710 Abernathy Street Fordyce, AR 71742 DOORS OPEN AT 8:30 AM 3500 SF Home, 2-Car Garage, Sunroom, Fab Antiques & Oriental Furniture, and MUCH more, located in central Fordyce, prime hunting, fishing. 10% buyer’s premium, $10,000 down day of sale, home offered with confirmation.

OPEN HOUSE INSPECTION DATES: SUNDAY JULY 12 AND SUNDAY JULY 19 FROM 12 NOON UNTIL 4 PM

See more details at: PuckettAuction.com Puckett Auctioneers #1199 501-945-4323 FOR SALE

SWEET CORN As Always, Non-GMO

READY NOW through July 24!!

ESAU’S Dumas, AR Call 870-382-5738 or 870-382-2623

month $429 per

Once Again...Parker Lexus named #1 in the Nation for Customer Satisfaction in 2014.

Attention Cherokee Village Investors & Home Buyers

WooleyAuctioneers

OR

Become a TRUCK DRIVER IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS!!

Tuition Reimbursement Available if Qualified!

Classes Start Every Monday!

WE BUY SCRAP

YARD SALE GARAGE SALE: Betty Snow residence, 607 Pike St., Saturday, July 25, 6 am til. Lots of misc. items; all good condition.

7/23/c

RUMMAGE SALE

STONE CARVING STONE CARVING SERVICE. For adding or placing names on gravestones, in local area, call 662-394-1474.

7/2/4c

RUMMAGE SALE: Saturday, July 25, 8 am til. DAHS Band Room.

7/23/p

WILL REMOVE OLD VEHICLES, scrap metal, batteries, etc., for fair price. Call Steve Sanner at 870-256-5178.

4/mo./4p

W E B U Y S CRAP PAYING FAIR PRICE FOR SCRAP METAL - Call Leon Inman, 870-659-0873 or 501858-9367. No amount too large or too small. We can load.

5/21/cc

NEED TO ?

BUY IT! SELL IT! FIND IT! We Can Help!

Up to 25 Words:

$6.00

Call 870-256- 4254 Before 5:00 PM Tuesday

White River Journal

• Financing Avail.

• Lodging Provided!

PINE BLUFF TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL, INC. CALL TODAY!

1-800-954-4981

www.pbtds.net

The RIGHT TRAINING for today’s trucking industry lic. by ASBPCE

ALL AROUND ARKANSAS...

Reach over One Million Readers Advertise with the APS Newspaper NETWORKS!

Experts in Saving You Time & Money Reach your Target Market Statewide or Regionally • Classified & Display ads • Employment • Services • Events • Auctions • Real Estate Make one call — we’ll do the rest!

Call this newspaper or Linda or Eva

1- 800-569-8762 www.arkansaspress.org

RELIEF spelled RAIN yesterday afternoon - view east on Main Street (Clock showing 6:46pm and temperature 83°)

14

W

R

H I T E

J

I V E R

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

J

,

23,

U L Y

2015

WHITE RIVER JOURNAL ONLINE W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

16,

U L Y

9

2015

PAGE 9 - %JULY 16, 2015

$ #

&

!

The “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee football camp was held at Hinson-Rollins Field at the Des Arc High School Campus on Saturday, July 11. It was another success for the record books with 65 campers attending according to coordinators.

Campers were put through agility stations, offensive and defensive drills and one-on-one instruction from Dallas Cowboy great and Cyle’s uncle, Cliff Harris; former Razorback and Cyle’s father, Tommy Harris; Cyle’s cousin and Cliff’s son, Matt Harris, former Razorback safety; Lucas Miller, former Razorback receiver and current Razorback offensive guard Adam Deacon along with Ouachita Baptist standouts, Des Arc’s own Brent Calhoun and defensive back Waymon Johnson, Pee Wee coaches and the Des Arc Eagle Coaching staff.

There were plenty of hydration stations for the campers during the hot temperatures and lunch

&

!

W

H I T E

R

I V E R

J

O U R N A L

, T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

Camp Instructors This group of “young” men were on hand Saturday, July 11 to lend “Cyle’s Kid’s” a helping hand during the “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee Football camp held at Hinson-Rollins Field on the Des Arc High Winners of awards for “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee Football camp School Campus. Pictured left to right are: DAHS Coach Jeff Adams; Chad Avants (friend of Cyle’s were left to right: Hunter Wicklund-Camp MVP Grades 4-6; Seth Lisko- from Rugby Club); Matt Harris,Cyle’s cousin and former Razorback Safety; Lucas Miller, former RaLineman Award; Jack Kearby-Harris Hustle Award; Jake Reidhar-Out- zorback wide receiver; Brent Calhoun, All American Ouachita Baptist standout; Randy Pickrell, Pee standing Offensive Camper; Gabe Berry-Camp MVP Grades 1-3 and Wee Coach; Waymon Johnson, Ouachita Baptist standout defensive back; Jimmy Flanagan, Jr., Pee Wee Coach; Tommy Harris, Cyle’s father and former Razorback; Adam Deacon, former Razorback Trevion Reed-Outstanding Defensive Camper. offensive lineman; DAHS Head Coach Drake Widener and DAHS Coach Doug Milholen.

"

$

%

The Junior and Senior Des Arc High School Cheerleaders were off to UCA Cheer Coach J.D. Babb, left and the 2015 State Champion Lady Eagles Track team celebrated Camp at the University of Central Arkansas campus in Conway for a week of in- with “bling” when they received their 2015 State Track Championship rings on Saturday struction in cheers, chants, stunts and tumbling. The girls left on Tuesday, July evening, July 11 at Dondies White River Princess.

14 and will return on Friday, July 17. Good luck girls and bring home the “Spirit Pictured left to right are Coach J.D. Babb, Alyssa Earl, Skylon Willams, Alyssa Dohm, Haley Malin, Shelby Hollis, Samantha Gonzalez and Kirby Smith. Haley, Shelby, SamanStick”! Krissy Covington is sponor for both squads.

By Brian Wagner Posted on Jul 9, 2015 in News (0) Comments

Drag racing is a family affair at all levels, from the local bracket racing family, all the way up to the nitroburning Force clan.

In the LSX racing world there’s a multi-generational family that’s been making some noise, and things are getting even louder in 2015.

The Rounsavall racing family has experienced success over the years in the LSX Challenge Series, and now young Haley Rounsavall is looking to make a statement that girls can race just as well as the guys.

Rounsavall’s addiction to speed can be traced back to current Chevy Performance Stock class ace, her grandfather Ronnie Hackelton, who has been racing since the 1960’s and owns an NMCA title wheeling his blown fifth-gen Camaro.

If that wasn’t enough, Rounsavall’s father, Kevin, is a two time LSX Real Street Champion and was the first to crack the sevensecond barrier in the class.

It goes without saying that this family has race gas in their veins.

Rounsavall reminisces fondly about what got her really hooked into racing.

“When I was younger I watched a movie about Erica Enders’ life, and immediately after watching I told my parents that I wanted to be like Erica when I grew up, that I wanted to race like she did.”

After getting her license and a fifth-gen Camaro, Rounsavall hit the track and began making passes.

But don’t think for one second she was just a test-ntune hero — Rounsavall was in it to win it.

“In the fall of 2011, the Arkansas High School Drag Racing League was started and I raced in the series for points that year. I won the first-ever High School Drag Racing League race at Prescott, Arkansas and went on to win four more races and the Championship Race at Centerville Drag way that year.”

Last year Rounsavall wheeled her grandfather’s C7 when she could get away from her studies at the University of Arkansas.

In 2015 she turned things up a notch, stepping bethe wheel of hind grandad’s blown Camaro and competing in the NMCA Street King class, and has already been in the nine-second zone.

Despite her reserved nature, Rounsavall is there for the competition.

“My main goal for my racing career is of course to win, but that’s not all. I want to prove to all the boys that a girl can race, too. “ “Being a female in what is mostly considered a “guy

sport” always makes me feel like the underdog in a race, which I wouldn’t change, because the look on a guy’s face when he loses to a 21-year old girl is priceless. “ “I may not always win,

but if by just getting in my car and trying, I can inspire other girls to get out there and compete too, then it’s all worth it to me.”

So be warned, if you see a certain orange fifth-gen blown Camaro pull up be-

Des Arc High School Cross Country coach, J.D. Babb announces that Cross Country practice for the 2015 season will begin on Monday, July 27 at 7:30 a.m.

Girls seventh through twelfth grades interested in

FIFTH GRADE 1 black/white composition notebook Colored pencils 2 highlighters 1 – 1 inch 3 ring binder 4 expo markers 1 pack of write on tab dividers 1 pack of wide ruled notebook paper 1 pack 3x5 notecards 2 glue sticks 2 – 10 pack # 2 pencils 1 pair scissors 1 pencil bag

I V E R

J

PAGE 3

O U R N A L

,

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

JULY 23 2015

U L Y

23,

2015

PAGE 7 - JULY 23, 2015 W

W

“THE PAGES TURNED BACK” (Compiled from White River Journal files)

O

SIXTH GRADE 1 pkg. expo markers 2 pkgs. notebook paper 2 inch binder (preferably one that zips) Divider tabs (8 in a pack) 2 glue sticks 1 pkg. of colored pencils 2 ink pens (any color) # 2 Pencils 1 pair scissors 1 composition notebook Assignment book 2 Spiral notebooks

Family Time at the Track Ronnie Hackelton, Haley and Kevin Rounsavall

Kids Movie showing July 24 ar DeValls Bluff

Freshmen: Wed., Aug 5

Bryar Morden at the Hollywood Cars Museum in Gatlinburg Stuart, Kristi and Bryar Morden, accompanied by their miniature schnauzer Bella recently returned from a trip to the Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. They enjoyed fireworks in Gatlinburg on the Fourth of July. While there, they also took in the beautiful scenery and visited the Christ in the Smokies Museum and Gardens, Cooter’s Garage, the Hollywood Cars Museum, the Guiness Book of World Records Museum, as well as shopping and lots of good food. The weather was perfect for a white water rafting trip, zip-lining and riding extreme go-karts and they also traveled to Ashville, North Carolina to visit the Biltmore Estate before returning home.

The movie “ Matchmaker Mary” will be showing at the theatre in DeValls Bluff on Saturday, July 24, at 6 p. n.

The story: After getting an “A” on her sixth grade final exam, Mary (Katherine McNamara) is rewarded with a puppy. Experiencing the love of this little puppy, and seeing several of her adult friends single and unhappy, Mary believes that placing two people together with the assistance of some loveable puppies will result in a happy relationship.

With the help of her Aunt Karen (Dee Wallace) and Banks, ( Jeff Cameron Fahey), the three of them become self described matchmaking angels Along the way, Aunt Karen and Cameron, not only become in their accomplices scheme but they get “matched” too! As her success ratio continues, Mary utilizes her new matchmaking angels to carry out the biggest and most important plan: to bring her own parents back together again.

Brantley wants a reasonable agreement DALLAS, TEXAS -- At a meeting here July 9 the USA Rice Producers' Group unanimously passed a motion urging the conclusion of negotiations between the United States and China to establish a phytosanitary agreement that would pave the way for U.S. rice to be exported to China.

The group, representing rice farmers in all six rice states covering close to 90 percent of the U.S. rice crop, offered guidance to U.S. negotiators to help them finalize a deal that would be acceptable and manageable to the U.S. industry.

The negotiations, between USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and their Chinese counterparts (AQSIQ), have dragged on for years and hit snags recently when the Chinese made demands the U.S. industry felt were not based on sound science.

"The Chinese are demanding our industry set traps for insects that do not exist in the United States, and that we set a totally unreasonable number of traps per square foot of storage space," said John Owen, a Louisiana rice farmer and chairman of the USA Rice Producers' Group.

Chinese negotiators are also demanding very specific package labeling that is both unprecedented and many felt unfeasible.

The three organizations came together under the industry's national organization, USA Rice, to adopt the joint resolution.

Dow Brantley, an Arkansas rice farmer and chairman of USA Rice, was pleased with the industry's unity and strong statement that both supports, and guides, U.S. negotiators.

"There's no question we'd like to participate in the Chinese market, but these ever-evolving demands being made by the Chinese government were making it ever-less likely we were going to actually gain access to the market," Brantley said. "We appreciate the efforts of the U.S. negotiators on our behalf, and are happy to provide input as a united industry."

Brantley said the market has great potential for the U.S. industry, and that his group has been working for years to establish trade relationships and line up customers for the day the phytosanitary deal is complete. However, he says if the final deal is based on unreasonable, unscientific demands that can never be truly satisfied, there's little point to agreeing.

"The notion that you can agree to something with the Chinese government now and fix it later is very naïve," he said. "Once the ink dries on that deal, the Chinese are going to hold us to it, so it needs to be a deal we all can live with today and that actually allows us to start sending our rice over there."

Robert Waters was former local resident

M

C

R

J

O U R N A L

I V E R

J

T

,

O U R N A L

,

H U R S D A Y

T

H U R S D A Y

,

J

,

J

2 3 ,

U L Y

U L Y

23,

7

2 0 1 5

11

2015

L. Henderson E.MOSQUITO MAN: was formerly with Wingmead

John E. Smith was native of Cross Roads

T. J. Privett was former Lonoke Mayor

Marcus D. Isbell Maxine G. Putt, was formerly Des Arc native, dies at Little Rock with Riceland

PAGE 11 - JULY 23, 2015

rs. Lila Sallee, District Nursing Consultant from the State Board of Health, is spending several days in this county conferring with Health Nurse Mrs. Clessie Waddell.

Due to the tire situation, much thought and time are

It’s so easy! If you’re a paid-up subscriber and have internet access on computer, tablet or smart phone; just contact the Journal for FREE access to our online version. Online now are today’s July 23 issue, plus the 17 previous issues dating back to March 26, 2015.

I V E R

Photos and story by Chris Weems

Virginia.

Commission merchants buying crops from farmers who received drouth loans were warned today by the Agriculture Department that they are liable if the borrowers fail to repay the government. Farmers in the drouth states have been granted loans in the amount of $67,000,000 from the emergency fund approved by the last Congress.

The Town of Des Arc has passed Ordinance 139 requiring all persons with butcher shops to pay an inspection fee in the amounts as follows: 25 cents per carcass for sheep and goats; 50 cents per carcass for hogs; 50 cents per carcass for cattle weighing up to 200 pounds; and $1.00 for cattle over 200 pounds, for the purpose of paying for the cost of inspection.

Lady tourists and their chauffeur, 25 in number, who had been attending a convention in Chicago, traveling across country, stopped at the Henderson Cafe in this city for supper Sunday evening. Mr. Henderson said his whole force was quite busy for a while serving their guests.

A petition of several residents was presented to the City Council Tuesday night asking sanitary relief and protection from the polluted drainage from the Hotel Kerin (Des Arc Hotel) that has been permitted to flow in front of their premises. Mayor Erwin has asked the health officer for advice.

Messrs.

Lawson and Guthrie of Hazen, representatives of the Standard Oil Co., were over with their tanks replenishing their filling stations here Tuesday.

The Des Arc Pharmacy advises that they will buy your used High School books.

Des Arc has been overflowed this week with fruits and vegetables of all kinds from the country.

2. Would you like to know you can read the Journal early Thursday morning (usually before anyone sees print version) ... and not have to wait days or weeks to receive paper in the mail?

U.S. Rice Industry United in Efforts to Open Chinese Market

R

H I T E

Twenty Prairie County Democrats were of in Israel.” among an annonced 2,500 persons who Mrs. Clinton spoke about her grandEdward Lee Henderson, attended the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner daughter, Charlotte, who is not quite a 88, of Stuttgart passed away Saturday evening, July 18, at Verizon Arena year old. They all read to her, sing and talk Saturday, July 4, 2015, at in North Little Rock. Former U.S. First to her she said.

Crestpark in Stuttgart.

Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton was the She was critical of the Republicans’ Mr. Henderson was born Keynote speaker. conservative philosophy of “trickle-down” The invocation was given by Rev. Justin economics, the idea that the tax breaks for Dec. 2, 1926, in Walters, Bilson, Youth Pastor, St. Mark’s Baptist the wealthiest Americans will lead to eco- Oklahoma, to Edward Lee Church. Carlos Cervantes, a Vietnam War nomic benefits for Americans at all in- Henderson Sr. and Zella Hoodenpyle Tatum. He reVeteran, led the Pledge of Allegiance. come levels.

Caleb Conrad sang the National Anthem.

Mrs. Clinton said that as president, she ceived a Bachelor of SciAwards were made to Democrats from will “work toward expanding pre-kinder- ence degree in animal husacross Arkansas. Vince Insalaco, chair- garten education opportunities. She also bandry from the University man, Democratic Party of Arkansas, intro- wants to enact sensible regulation on Wall of Oklahoma. He had Asher Brooklyn, Jaylen Harber and Smith duced nations’ in- worked at Cripple Creek in Street, work at rebuilding Thomas J.the Privett Robert Waters George John Edward Marcus D. Isbell Maxine Putt Liberty Walls, children, who gave special frastructiure and support job gowth across Oklahoma and Wingmead reasons for why they were happy to pres- the country”.

Farms near Roe and was ent Mrs. Clinton to the crowd.

She also wants “to find ways to curb manager at Saddle and SirFormer Governor Mike Beebe made the growing student debt, saying educaton formal introduction of the Keynote Speak- should lift up young people, not drag them loin Club in Kansas City. He was an avid duck hunter er, Hillary Rodham Clinton. down.”

The former First Lady of Arkansas re“The Republicans, “ she said, “need to and dog trainer of a line of ceived an enthusiastic welcome from the realize that climate change is real and will Weimaraners. He was also a lThomas Joseph Privett, Mason and an Methodist, Arkansas audience.

Clinton remiaffect generations to come.

We can move George Robert Waters, Mrs.John Edward Smith of Marcus Dee Isbell, Maxine the G. Putt, 81, of Lit-detaches 77, of Lonoke, AR died in nisced her Lord days inNorth Arkansas, “Workforward veteran the on Korean ABOVE: Gregof Smith, the ground, assisting “Mosquito Man”, hose dispensing the age to beabout with the 93, went Little Rock died Sun-into a clean energy future and we Army 73, plane. of Carlisle, Arkansas Rock, formerly Hazen, his home on Saturday, ing on ways to improve education for our can create millions of good new jobsJuly if we War. chemical mixture used totle spray fromofStan Ferguson’s on Tuesday July 7, 2015. day, July 3 W 19, R forward J2015. , mosquitos 2evening, 01 5 H I2015.

TtheE go I V E R11, O U R N A L , T H U R S D A Y , J U L Y 2passed went to be over withDes theArc. Lord on Thursday, July for children, as helping implement with that.” washe seen on Fridayaway July 17 spraying mosquitos BELOW: BesidesStan hisFerguson parents, bornsuch to Jewell He was wasa born He Monday, July 12, 2015. He she had seen modelJune 9, 1924 Thomas is survived by was preceded in death by 16, 2015.

Owen HIPPY Watersprogram and that Pearl

Thursday,July 30, 1931

ur old friend, Mr. J. J. Johnson of near Des Arc, and one of our best farmers, was in town on business Tuesday. Mr. Johnson informed us that he had 10 acres in sorghum which he would make into molasses, beginning in a short time.

We regret very much to state that our highly esteemed citizen, Mr. D. J. Burks, who was stricken with paralysis last week, is in a serious condition. We hope, however, that he will recover.

We failed to mention last week that Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Atkins have purchased the U. E. Brown Cafe. They are now in charge and with their experience in the restaurant business, we predict for them a success.

At last the farmer has found something that he can turn into ready cash. With wheat selling for around 25 cents a bushel and butter, chickens, and eggs at the lowest price level in years, the tiller of the soil has been hard put to realize enough cash to buy shoes for his family. Now comes word that farmers are turning a plague into cash in Nebraska. People of that state, invaded by grasshoppers, are selling them to fish hatcheries for 20 cents a pound and hundreds of pounds are being shipped.

The last six months has seen more stringent enforcement of the prohibition laws than at any time within the last six years, said F. Scott McBride, national superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League, and that they would support President Herbert Hoover who is making an honest effort to have prohibition enforced and is succeeding to a degree that is disconcerting wets. “We cannot support the candidacies of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Alfred Smith, or Owen D. Young, Democratic nominees. He said they would support Senator Joseph Robinson of Arkansas and former Gov. Harvey Byrd of

H I T E

3

Although omitted here for clarity, all text is included and readable online.)

Haley Rounsavall with her Street King ride

Upcoming Band Events

Band Car Wash DAHS Band Room Band Booster Meeting (All Parents 7-12 grade)

R

At left are the color photos published on Pgs 9 & 10 last week. At right are color photos published this week on Pages 3, 7 & 11 .

Eighth Grade: Thurs. Aug. 6

Summer Band (8-12)

FIRST GRADE 1 Backpack $25.00 will Cover All Supplies

FOURTH GRADE (All Classes) # 2 Pencils (NO Pump Pencils) 1 Composition Notebooks Backpack Pencil Pouch Notebook Paper 1½ Binder

Sophomores: Tues., Aug. 4

July 13-16 Sat., July 25 July 21, 24, 28, 31 July 27 (9-11 a.m.)

July 29-Aug. 1 Aug. 3-7 (8-11:30 a.m and 1-3 p.m.)

Aug. 13-14 (8-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.)

Sat., Aug. 15 (8 a.m.- 1 p.m.)

Aug. 17, 7:00 p.m.

H I T E

white? And see them up much closer & clearer?

Juniors: Mon. Aug. 3

Flag/Majorette/Drum Major Camp at UAM Flag/Majorette/Drum Major Yard Sale(DAHS Band Room) Flag/Majorette Practices Section Leader Meeting Band Room Closed Summer Band (8-12)

side you in the lanes, don’t discount the female driver, because she’ll take the stripe and the win light without thinking twice.

Haley is the daughter of Kevin and Christi Rounsavall of Hazen.

SECOND GRADE 1 Back Pack $25.00 will Cover All Supplies

Seniors: Mon., July 27

running Cross Country are advised to meet at the Des Arc High School gymnasium.

For any questions, please contact Coach Babb at 501-350-3472.

W

LIVING COLOR, instead of black &

KINDERGARTEN 1 Back Pack 1 Nap Time Mat $25.00 will Cover All Supplies

THIRD GRADE (all Classes) 1 Backpack $25.00 will Cover All Supplies

High School Registraton dates 8 am-3 pm

#

1. Would you like to see photos on interior pages in

SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST

tha and Kirby all graduated from Des Arc High School in May.

# #

16, 2015

U L Y

PAGE 10 - JULY 16, 2015

2015 DES ARC ELEMENTARY

Camp Award Winners

Photo Above: Representing the Senior High Squad are left to right: Skylon Williams, Jade Bell, Brooke Kellar, Madison Evans, Lauren Mapps, Gracen Hambrick and Lexi Cook.

Photo Below: Representing the Junior High Squad are front, left to right: Lindsey Reidhar, Kelby Huddleston, Faith Gross and Caroline Harris.

Back Row, left to right are Karson Covington, Taylor Richards, Kayci Kellar and Riley Voiles

10

"

was served at the conclusion of the camp.

Coordinator, Cyle Harris watched from the sidelines but would rather have been on the field taking part in the action. Cyle has ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) and is fighting the disease the only way he knows howgiving these campers the best instruction from great teachers on how to excel on and off the field.

Deacon has Adam something in common with Cyle. His mother passed away in 2009 from the disease.

Camp award winners were: Seth Lisko-Lineman Award; Jake Reidhar-Outstanding Offensive Camper; Trevion ReedOutstanding Defensive Camper; Jack Kearby-Harris Hustle Award; Gabe Berry-Camp MVP Grades 2015 “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee Football Camp 1-3 and Hunter WicklundThis group of campers and instructors participated in the 2015 “Pride of the Prairie” Pee Wee Football Camp held at Camp MVP Grades 4-6.

Kudos to all the coordi- Hinson-Rollins Field on Saturday, July 11. A total of 65 campers participated. Dallas Cowboy great, Cliff Harris, and nators, instructors, par- brother, Tommy Harris, former Arkansas Razorback are both DAHS Alumni. Tommy is “Pride of the Prairie” coordinaents, coaches, sponsors tor, Cyle Harris’ dad and Cliff is Cyle’s uncle. and campers for making this year’s camp a success.

M

Kenneth Gray, former Army sergeant, dies

m m

M. Wayne Covington, a retired dairy farmer of Austin, Arkansas, was called home by our Lord Friday, July 17, 2015.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Milton “Buddy” Covington and Marldene Thomas Covington, and a brother, James C. Covington.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Phyllis McCollum Covington of forty-nine years; sons, Dewayne and daughter-in-law Susan Seidenschwarz Covington, and David and daughter-in-law Kim Call Covington, Rusty and daughter-in-law Betty Ann Webb Robertson, and adopted by the heart Jerrell and daughter-in-law Traci Holtquist Cummings; grandchildren, Casey and Sarah Covington, Garrett Covington and Laken Sanderson, Hannah Coving-

to Bill and Mabel Smith in White Waters on January 27, the Cross Roads Communi- his wife of 57 years, Linda 1922 in Prairie County, ty, near Des Arc, in Prairie Sweatman Privett and his daughter, Lisa Privett. He is ArkansasPhotos and was andthe storyoldby Chris Weems Arkansas.

County preceded in death by his est of three children. He He served in the United grew up Twenty in the Prairie Crossroads CountyStates Democrats in Israel.”parents, T.E. and Mildred Army,were was aofVeteran Privett; his son, among and an annonced persons who Clinton spoke aboutJoey herPrivett; grandattended2,500 community of WWII and was onMrs. Utah and his sister, Rosemary attended the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner daughter, Charlotte, schools in Crossroads, Beach during the Nor- Moody. who is not quite a Saturday evening, at Verizon Arena year old. They all read to her, sing and talk Carlisle, and July Des18,mandy Plainview, invasion. He enlistU.S. First to her she said.Thomas, a lifelong resiArc. in North Little Rock. Former the the Army into ed fromwas Lady was Hillary Shethe was dent critical the Republicans’ of of Lonoke, attended an Rodham honor Clinton Robert Guard Arkansas Nationalconservative Keynote speaker. philosophy of “trickle-down” graduate in the 1942 class at where he served for 23 Ouachita Baptist UniversiThe invocation was given by Rev. Justin economics, ty, the University idea that theof taxArkansas, breaks for Des ArcBilson, High School. before retiring as a and Youth Pastor, St.years Mark’s Baptist the wealthiest Americans to ecoUALR. will He lead became a After brief careers in Master Sergeant. also reChurch. Carlos Cervantes, a Vietnam War He nomic benefits Americans at alland inReal forEstate Broker working a bakfarming, Veteran, ledatthe Pledgetired of Allegiance. levels. with 37 yearscome of servstarted Privett Real Estate pipelining he acery and Caleb Conrad sang the National Anthem.

Clinton said that as president, she ice from the VA atMrs. Fort Co. He owned and operatcepted a Awards positionwere in 1944 at to Roots. made Democrats from will “work toward expanding pre-kindered Lonoke Lumber CompaMultigraph Addressograph across Arkansas.

Vince Insalaco, garten education She also a member of ny foropportunities.

He waschairmore than 50on years man, Democratic Arkansas,Memorial intro- wants to enact sensible regulation Wall as a service manager.Party He ofGardner United to semi-retirement. duced Asher Brooklyn, Harber and Street, workprior at rebuilding the nations’ infrom Little Jaylen was transferred Methodist Church for over In the 1970’s,job hegowth developed Liberty Walls, children, who gave special frastructiure and support across Enid, Oklahoma Rock to 50 years, a member of the for why they were happy to pres- the country”.Privett Park Subdivision reasons with the company in 1970.

XYZ. Fidelis Class and theShe ent Mrs. Clinton the crowd. also and wants “toover find150 ways to curb built houses in 6, 1949 he to marAugust hadstudent Beebeand madehis thefamily Former Governor MikeJohn debt, saying educaton growing the community. of Des ArcRitamany ried Nell Johnson L-R: introduction Deronda Tucker, Chris Weems, president of Prairie County Democratic Women; fond memories of formal of theFarris; Keynote Speakshould lift up young people, them Devoted to not thedrag City of had two daughters and they Joe Sanner, Chairman of Prairie County Democratic Central Committee, Nell Pich Harvey their times at Gardner.

He Lonoke, er, Hillary Rodham Clinton. down.”

Thomas was Mayor Kay andThe Barbara. and JerryRobert Aycock on various boards former First Ladyserved of Arkansas re“The Republicans, “ she from said, January “need to for four years, Linda Miller on welcome married ceived an enthusiastic from the realize that climate is real andand will over his and committees 2003 to change December 2006 January 24, 1971 in Jack-Mrs. audience.

Clintonand remiArkansas to come. We can move affect generations lifetime was active in City Treasurer from January Arkansas. sonville, nisced about her They days in the Arkansas, “Workforward into a clean energy future and we Medical Clinic ministry 1973 to December 2002. He made ing their Enid education on home ways toinimprove our ago. can create millions of good new jobs if we until a fewforyears was that.” instrumental in bringsuch astheir helping implement go forward they raised where children, preceded in with John wasthe ing the Hwy 89/I-40 interHIPPY program that she had seenbya model Debbie. daughter death his parents; his After 42 years with Ad- wife of 52 years, Anna Bell change and worked tiredressograph Mutigraph, Glover Smith; and brother, lessly to bring industry, Robert retired in 1996, and Thurlo Smith. He is sur- businesses and progress to then worked several years vived by his sons, Rayburn Lonoke. The Lonoke Area of for Memorial Park Ceme- (Tammy) Smith and Jeffery Chamber of Commerce recognized this service with tery and Enid Speedway.

(Sherrie) Smith; six grandBob was a people-person children; three great-grand- awarding “The Order of Oak and could always find children; and sister, Patsy Tree-Deeply Rooted in Community Investment” to someone to talk to. He en- Southard.

Mayor Thomas Privett in joyed spending time twice a In lieu of flowers the day with his coffee buddies. family requests memorials 2005.

His community involveRobert is survived by his be made to Gardner Memowife Linda Waters of Enid, rial United Methodist ment began early with Oklahoma; three daughters Church, 1723 Schaer Street, membership the local and Kay Waters Sakaris and North Little Rock, Arkansas state chapter of Jaycees From left: Sadie Foster, Helen Holloway, Thelma Gray, Holly Powell, and Deronda Tucker, past presiBarbara Waters 72114 or Cystic Fibrosis serving as State Vice PresiJohn, Democratic Women dent of Prairie County dent in 1968 and State PresGeorge all of Houston, Foundation, 1501 North ident in 1969. Recognized Texas, and Debbie Lagan Pierce Street, Little Rock, as one of the Outstanding and Billy Joe Dilley of Arkansas 72207.

Young Men in America in Creede, Colorado; three Funeral services were- 1968 receiving that national grandchildren James Sakar- held at 2:00 p.m. Wedneshonor in a ceremony in is of Houston, Texas, Daniel day, July 22, at Gardner MeMemphis. That year he alHonolulu, Ha- Farris; Chris George of United L-R: Deronda Tucker, Rita morial Weems, Methodist president of Prairie Democratic Women; so County received the M. Keith waii, and Ashli Coleman of Chairman Church.of Prairie County DemocraticUpson Harvey Joe Sanner, Central Award Committee, andNell thePich OutandAycock oneEnid, Oklahoma; and Jerry Interment was in the standing VP for Arkansas great granddaughter, Audri Arkansas Memorial GarJaycees. The Lonoke chapColeman of Enid, Oklaho- dens. ter of Jaycees recognized ma. www.SmithFamilyCares.com. this with the Distiquished He will be lovingly Service Award in 1974 and missed by everyone.

Boss of the Year in 1981. He A graveside memorial is a lifetime member of service was held Saturday, Arkansas Jaycee Senators July 11, at Memorial Park and JCI Senators.

Cemetery in Enid, OklahoHe was a member of ma.

Lonoke Baptist Church, but over the last few years found another church family in Lonoke Assembly of Kenneth “Big Kenny” God. Memorial Services were Gray Sr., 63, was born May 15, 1952 to Robert and Vio- held at 10:30 am on let Gray. He left this world Wednesday, July 15, at suddenly on June 18, 2015. Lonoke Baptist Church in Big Kenny was preceded in Lonoke.

Arrangements were by death by his parents, two Mae 74,Bart ofHelen Clara Boyd Funeral Home, left:Bishop, Sadie Foster, Holloway, Thelma Gray, Holly Powell, and Deronda Tucker, past presiFrom Standing: and Laura and Calhoun. sisters one brother. away Humphrey passed Lonoke, dent of Prairie CountyButch Democratic Women Seated: Lynn Sanner, Calhoun, Robinson ClarettaAR. Anderson Big Kenny is Wilma survived by and In Saturday, July 18, 2015, at lieu of flowers, memoChambers Nursing Home his companion of 13 years, rial contributions may be Cecilia “Boo Bear” Murray made to either Friends of in Carlisle.

Clara was born April 4, and their two Chihuahuas, Lonoke Animal Shelter, PO 1941, in Pine Bluff to Jesse Peppy and Lizzie.

Box 384, Lonoke, AR 72086 James Beliew and Violet He is also survived by his or Open Arms Shelter, PO Bradberry Beliew. She was a children, Heather (Jason) Box 161, Lonoke, AR 72086 homemaker and retired Williams of Alvin, Texas, housekeeping supervisor. Kenneth “Little Kenny” She loved to crochet and (Stacy) Gray Jr. of Willis, tend to her garden, and was Terry Lee Peoples of Texas, and Sean (Juanita) an avid reader.

Stuttgart was born Aug. 5, Gray of Alvin, Texas. He also Besides her parents, she 1966 to James Lewis Peowas preceded in death by a leaves to cherish his memo- ples and Letha Mae Holtson, David Bishop; one ry eight grandchildren, Brit- Peoples. He departed this brother, James Beliew; and tanie, Zachory, Tristyn, earthly life on Thursday, Juone sister, Freda Yarbrough. Hannah, Lyndsey, Bradley, ly 9, 2015.

Survivors are three sons, Austin and Lily; one brothTerry graduated from Michael Bishop, Carl Bish- er, Gene; one sister Brenda; Stuttgart High in 1984. His op and wife Maria and and the mother of his chil- favorite pastime was Robert Bishop and wife dren, Linda Martin. watching football and Debbie, all of Heber Big Kenny served as a wrestling. As family and Springs; eight grandchil- staff sergeant in the United friends reminisce about dren; and numerous great- States army from 1973- stories of Terry, they will regrandchildren. his smile, his Mary Sue Roe, Marilyn Burnett andmember Harvey Joe Sanner Ray McVay Sr., 1983.

Funeral services are 11 laughter and his outgoing A memorial service will a.m. Wednesday at Turpin personality.

Funeral Home with visita- be held at a later date.

Terry was preceded in Professional Services en- death by his mother, Letha tion beginning at 10 a.m. trusted to and provided by Mae Holt-Peoples. before the service.

Bart andRichardson Laura Calhoun.Memorial Fuin Hamilton Burial was Standing: He leaves to cherish his Seated: Lynn Sanner, Butch Calhoun, Wilma Robinson and Claretta Anderson neral Home, Stuttgart.

Cemetery. memories a loving father,

Clara M. Bishop dies at Chambers in Carlisle

W

ton, Ann Marie Covington, Mason Covington, Kaitlyn Cummings, McKenzie Cummings, Kane Cumgreatmings; grandchildren, Keira Covington and Camden Covington; sisters, Mary Lois and brother-in-law David Rick and Melba and brother-in-law Dewey Higgs; sister-inlaw Patricia and brother-in-law Steve Johnson; and a host of nieces and nephews, extended family and many dear friends.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at SmithWestbrook Funeral Home, Beebe.

MOSQUITO wife, Cordie MAN: Evelyn his Sparks Henderson.

A casual memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, July 24, at Lone Tree Cemetery chapel. arrangeCremation ments provided by Turpin Funeral Home, Inc. of Stuttgart.

11

Born in Des Arc to John was born July 30, 1941 in N. “Doc” Smith and Dollie the Snake Island Community to the late Joe T. Isbell and Carlee Nation Isbell.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Tipton Isbell; two daughters, Carla dy” Putt and her son, John (Martie) Underwood of Aubrey Putt.

Carlisle, and Karen (Mike) Maxine was a homemak- Fairbanks of Russellville; er and she and Buddy ran four grandchildren, Justin two businesses over their (Brodie) Underwood, Stacie ($%" # "/ %+$ * %$ years $ " together, , * $*( Putt’s &( $ +() & /)* #) , * # +& *% Dollar Underwood, Trent and ($ (%+& % /%+$ $*( &( Store $ +() *% "") "+ 3 Putt’s /%+$ $*( &( $ +() (%# *8 in Hazen and Grant Fairbanks; one sister, *" % ! $ *" $* - "" -%(! $ in-Stuttgart. * (%+&She % /%+* "+ Isbell *% (Billings * Esso was a$ Cora"")Etta and * +) $ )) $ AE %+()3 AE member %+( $*( &( +( , $*Point ! !) % many %$ ( nieces, / +"/ ?A*nephews, of $ Center loved >?2== 3 3 -Pickett * %##+$ " () "+$ Baptist %$ - Church ( %$ " ones *%$ and friends. *+( was */Missionary Cleaodis was -preceded in /%+*to the $*( union &( $ +( "" &( & (near@ Hazen. %+() "+$ %( "% " " ()3 He /%+* "" $ born of-Iscom (Butch) -%(! $Pickett %$ * and +) $Harriet )) * ?2== Maxine 3 3 * * is survived $ % * by "+$her %$death $ * by ,his $* parents, $ ) %$ two sisters, Helen Virginia Isbell Alexander Pickett and*/hus?2==Nov. -daughter, * * $* Sandra ( %##+$ $, * *% * /%+* 4) &%&8+& +$ / +"/ ?C1 * on 17,)*%( 1953.

Grinder of Little and Mary Etta Isbell Pruett 3 He$entered * ) , eternal $* - "" * ! band &" Stan 2 life on July 8, 2015.

Rock; granddaughters, and one brother Joe Carroll Cleaodis Pickett enlisted Courtney Grinder of North Isbell. ( Navy / +"/ ?A1 9 Rhonda +$ / Swin+"/ ?C1 ?=>B He was a member of the in the United States Little?=>B Rock, Snake Island community on Feb. 29, 1975. He was ac- ford "") and "+ Daniel %##+$ */ of $* ( Patton church for 41 years until the tive three years and inactive Stuttgart,, Brandy Putt of & % three years. Later in life he Little Rock and Jamie Putt closing in 2011 where he )* / #%( *3 was Sunday School Superwas employed at Riceland D>= of Russellville; grandson, intendent for many years.

Inc. for 30Greg years before "") "+ 1Grinder (! $)Man”, ) detaches hose dispensing the ABOVE: Smith, on the reground, assisting the “Mosquito Christopher and He is currently a member of tiring. spray mosquitos Stan Ferguson’s chemical of Conway; ( mixture * %$) used $ towife, * %$Stephanie " $ %(#from * %$ %$* * the 0 plane. * Pentecostal Humnoke a%(member He wasStan BELOW: Ferguson of wasthe seen on Friday evening, July 17 spraying for mosquitos over Des Arc. and great-grandchildren, EDF< # "3 %# Church of God in Humnoke Bethel AME Church under") Samantha and Zachery and served on the Board of the leadership of Rev. Worring of Stuttgart, Alexis, " , * 4) *Davis # % Jr. * " where $* $ )+ )) +" /%+$ $*( &( $ +() &"Directors. $ *% ( * ( " %&&%(8 Napoleon Cayden Grinder He* was * the ) %(prime $ - *example * /%+* Tristan % ( (and%+$*/3 * # - "" -%(! (%+ employed %+* ( ( with was he*+$ of Canton, Riceland *% and $* / reverent $ $ /%+$ & %&" - Georgia, % - $* *%Made)* (* +) $ )) %( -Foods % $ of Stuttgart #8 of a%+$*/ faithful &"%/#until $* %&&%(*+$ * )3 de- liene Victoria Grinder of for 31 years and retired in worker his health clined. He was well taught Conway, Kailyn and Kelsey 2006. After retirement he serving * #studious % /%+$ $*( &( $ Putt +() $ of/%+* (%#Rock ( ( and %+$*/stayed - "" * busy $ -%(! (%+$ in his Little and very in the his?C1 son-inchurch, * of"% God. ! *% He , "%& +) $ great-great ))3 * #grandson, - "" %#&" Con* * , $* %$ helping +$ / +"/ was* a deword on ?=>Bservant * ?2== of 3 3God - $with * / -ner "" $*(% + %& & *%( - * law, * Martie ( $ -"/ Underwood, , "%& Farrester of Stuttgart voted the %+* farm,$ helping +) $ roles )) $in&(% *)3 ( %##+$ - "" Mac” $, * to *% "& " +$in Walter she was*/“Aunt a %# his + church: a $* and several * $ - School , $*+( 3 Teacher, "" * , * ) -host "" * ! &"of ** "") %##+$ */repair $* (shop, : %(8 and nieces and"+ Bowlan’s Sunday playing # ("/was * %%" pas+ *%(nephews. +#;1 "% * * D>= )* / #%( *( *1with his "") grandchil"+ of %+$ his which ($%" one # "/ * %$ $ " , * $*( &( $ +() & /)* dren. #) , * # +& *% (! $) )3 sions, Services were at $*( &( $ +() (%# *8 ( $ a Trustee (%+& % and /%+$a mem$*( &( $ +() *% "") "+ 3held/%+$ Funeral Services were ber Sons Center *" " of *" of $* - "" & to/)* -%(! %-/%+* "+ *% ( %+&" *July 15, at ,%the * ! $$*( &( $ Allen +() #)$ )-" * Point / (%+& **Missionary $ $ ( held"") #&*%$3 Wednesday, a few. name Baptist on Sunday, %+* * * $) *) +$%+()3 ( ) % /%+$ & %&"$*()*Church %the (!Pentecostal +),$ was ))"&$ AE AE %+( &((* $ +)+($ ,)) $*) *! (%+ !) % 2:00 %$ p.m. ( * /* at+"/ ?A He a""/3loving and July 19. $ $ *3 %$3 Church of God*+(in Hum>?2== * %##+$ */ " () "+$ %$ ( %$ " *%$ compassionate husband, Interment was in the noke. /%+* son, $*( &( $ +( - uncle "" &( & ( @ %+() "+$ %(# "% " " ()3 /%+*" - "" $ father, brother, Center Point Cemetery. in -%(! $ %$ He * enjoyed +) $ )) the * ?2== 3 3 * * $ % * "+$ %$ $Interment * , $* $followed ) %$ and friend.

Visitation was held on the Hamilton Cemetery sports * $* (July%##+$ $, * with *% * arrangemenys /%+* 4) &%&8+&by Boyd +$ /of+"/basketball ?C1 * ?2== and- *Saturday, 18, at*/West( 3 /and +"/ ?A* football play)*%( $ *enjoyed ) , $* "" * ! brook &" 2 Funeral Home in Funeral Home of Lonoke. ing dominos. !8 +$ %$ >?2== 8?2== Hazen. www.boydfuneralhome.net. was ,Cleaodis $* !) Pickett?2== ( by his / fa+"/ ?A1 ?=>B 9 +$ / +"/ ?C1 ?=>B in death preceded %+* $*( &( $ +() %##+$ */ $* ( Iscom ther,%(! $ %$(Butch) +) $ ))Pickett ?2== $* """) "+ and sister, Emma Pickett. % & memories His*+( / +"/will ?B*live on D>= )* / #%( *3 through his loving wife of ( ! )* - * +(* ) ($%" F2@=8>=2@= "") "+ 1 (! $) ) 13 years, Mrs. Mary Ann " $ ** #&*%$ Pickett; his mother, Harriet %()) %$) ( * %$) $ $* " * %$ " $ %(# * %$ %$* * 0 * %(! $ one son, >=2@= Delbert Pickett;

+

%

Jane Sutterfield Smith, she )) +" was %+$ preceded in $*( death by&( $ +() her parents, her siblings, %# $husband, *% Aubrey L. "") “Bud- "+

"& %+*

+$

+) $ )) $ AE %+() '( !!!!!!

Cleaodis Pickett dies at Stuttgart

+

%

)) +" %+$ %# $ *%

"& %+*

$*( &( $ +() "") "+

+$

+) $ )) $ AE %+() '( !!!!!!

( ( % , $*)2

") EDF< # "3 %# Pickett of Maumelle and +"/ ?C* $ son; /Andrew Bryant of step+$ " %($ , * $4) * ( # %( *( " $* $ )+8>=2@= )) +" /%+$ $*( &( $ +() &" $ *% ( ( * ( #&*%$1 " %&&%(8 /three ! step)* F2@= Stuttgart; *+$ $ -* * &* Tay/%+*>>2==8>2@= % ( ( %+$*/3 * # - "" -%(! * (%+( % %+* %&* )& %( *%( daughters, Deshundra %8 %+$ " , (* ( $>2@=8 $An/%+$ & %&" - % - $* *% )* (* $*(+)&($ $)) +() %( -&% /)* $ #)#8 lor,%+$*/ (Anita $ *%&Brantley $ $* $ 7/ and ?2== &"%/# %&&%(*+$ * )3three gela (Ray) %$$*Thompson; +** $ brothers, Ray $ *" %## $*) (Maretta) (%# # % /%+$ $*( &( $ ?2== +() $ /%+* (%# ( ( %+$*/ - "" * $ -%(! (%+$ and Anthony Pickett ) ! ($%" * +(*"% *% , $"%& * ** +)#&*%$ $ ))3 * # - "" %#&" * * , $* %$ +$ / +"/ ?C1 (Kandy) Pickett of ?=>B * ?2== 3 3 - $ * / - "" $*(% + %& & *%( - * * ( $ -"/ , "%& Lewisville, Texas, and Keith +) $ )) $ &(% + *)3 $* ( %##+$ */ - "" $, * *% %# %+* $ "& " +$ Pickett of Stuttgart; four sis* $ - , $*+( 3 "" * , * ) - "" * ! &" ** "") "+ %##+$ */ $* ( : %(8 * )Chambers, ) " * * # % /%+* $*( &( $ +() * * ( $ $ $* ($ * %$ " *( 1 "% 8 Barters," ,Betty #" ("/ *$ )) , "%&#%%" +$ *%( +#;1 "% * * D>= )* / #%( *( *1 "") "+ +) $*1 Jan( * $ * $%"% / $ " %#& $ )3 (Wilbert) Owens, bara (! $) )3 ice Pickett Wofford, all of 5 %+ %/6Pick1 ??) " / ** - $ and Stuttgart, " %$ , * " $*( &(Shirley $ +() & *%$ /)* #) ( #&*%$3 %+&" ett of Michigan; ,%+Detroit, "& %/4)+$ ( ) % /%+$ )* (*$/+) $ )) ) * (%+ %+* * * * % (! $) ) %+* *13( $& %&" %#& grandchildren; $ %$ $ *" %$5 %+ ""/3 one %/6 great*%$ ) %# %+) %" $ # $ (! $) ) ) B / ( /%+* $*( 8 grandchild. &( $ +( - % $ ) ()* +) $ )) * >A3 %$ " $%- ** $ ) +" )! $ " %"" - ( # " Funeral ) @3E service $ ) was %$ %Sat* *%& +" $ (/ (*) )*+ $*) $ * ( %$3 %$ " ")% ) ) $ ) July at) "Bethel urday, +) $ )) $ ( 18, ) *) ) 7 &(% * " */ / B=G / ( ) $ )* (* $ 3 AME Church, Stuttgart at 11 ( ,%$ / +"/%#&)%$1 ?A* >D a.m. !8 +$Funeral %$ >?2== 8?2== Home, Integrity , $* !) ?2== of Stuttgart, was in charge ,%$ $*( %#&)%$ * %-$ ( % 1 (# * * $ ) /%+$ $*( &( $ +() $ - 8) * %+* &( $ )+() arrangements. + " $ 1 && , "%&# $*1 * $%"% / *( $ $ 1 $ % $ 3 ,%$ " +$ ) +) $ )) *-% %(! $ %$ +) $ )) ?2== $* "

*+(

%+*

$*( &( $ +()

( ( % , $*)2

" , * # * $*( " %%"3 ,%$ - ) " *% '+ !"/ $8 / () % * ( # * $ * ( ) ) (%# =3? *% @3B * ( $* ( $ * " , * /)* #3 ,%$ ) $ ( )) , $ / +"/ ) (*+( %+) /%+* $*( ?B* &( $ +( - % ) +(( $*"/ + " $ - 8) * ) %( $+# ( % )# "" +) $ )) )1 Mr. James Lewis Peoples; * %$)1 " ( ) ($%" %, ($# $* $ )3 (%(&%( ! )* - * $ +(* F2@=8>=2@=

Terry Lee Peoples dies at Stuttgart

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 23, at the Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Cabot.

Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Arrangements by SmithWestbrook Funeral Home. www.smithfamilycares.com

five sons, Carlos Cox, " $ ** #&*%$ Jerome Cox, Terrell Lee )1%$) ?@>=2@= ( ) %"! ?>1 $ # $ %"! ?A %(!* $ %$)) Peoples, Tyrin Oshea $* " "/ (*) , (and(%!Ty-$ Peoples Knighten / +"/ ?C* ,James ( (%! $3 ) /%+$Peo# $ $ * ( +) $ )) * $ ("/ 1 +) * / %+" $4* $ %( Knighten ron+$ *%%($ ! one )*)* "%* *( $ ) * * ( ) %%"1 )% - * * / %1( ( * #&*%$1 * ( %-$ $& +&daughter, (-/* (* ( " !*Amyah F2@=$ 8>=2@= ples; "%* $& 3Knighten /%+$ $*( &( $ +() $ ) $ $ *8) (*) $ %8 * %+$ ( ( ( % $ " ,* (* / () %& *%( * *# %&Peoples; >>2==8>2@= Dachele % )+ )) "+( >2@=8 * "/ # , "%& ( " * %$) &) - * %( $ )+&&" ()3 ) ) & $$$ 7James ?2== (*) two( $brothers, Peo$*( &(* $ #+() & /)* #) # %+) %" $ # $ % " " # 3 % /%+$ # $ * $ - $* ( ( $ %$ and +***"$Larry Peoples; ples #%,Jr. *% $* %( - ( * / %$* $+ *% .& $ * ( ( $ 3 /%+$ # $ +) "% 8 $" )%+( " %## $*)* (%# ?2== four sisters, Mary Jo) (Seller) $ )*( $ -%(! $ - * $* ($ * %$ " )+&&" () *% '+ ( * ( &(% + *)3 Herring, $ Peoples, *+(*#) * ($%" $Marilyn +) ) )% " #** #&*%$ ) * ) )+ ) $)* ( # *% &(%#%* * ( - () *% %* ( /%+$ +/8 Gloria Ann + )+ )) $ * ()3 Hicks +) $ and )) Lou ) %# +/) ( +(( $*"/ $ $ %* * %$) - * )%# very - special Peoples; ""8!$%-$ +( $ ( $ )3 * %$ )1 ( ) %"!1 $ # %$ %"! ( % * -%("a 4) #%)* friend, * %8Quechele %+$ () % Knighten; "/ (*) " , * a host ) ) " * of *nieces, # % /%+* $*( &( $ +() * * ( $ $ $* ($ * %$ " *( 1 "% 8 with " +) $ )) cousins , "%&#and $*1 oth$ ( * $ * $%"% / $ " %#& $ )3 nephews, er relatives that really loved %$ " 5 %+ %/6 *%$ 1 ?? him. %+ %/4) %+*was Sat* ( $ %#& $/ Funeral service %$ July " 5 %+ *%$ at) %# %+) %" $ # $ (! $) ) ) B / ( /%+* $*( 8 18, at%/61 p.m. urday, &( $ Benton. +( - % $ ) ()* +) $ )) * >A3 %$ " $%- ** $ ) +" )! $ " %"" - ( Holy

*+(

%+*

$*( &( $ +()

) @3E $ ) %$ % * *%& +" $ (/ (*) )*+ $*) $ * ( %$3 %$ " +) $ )) $ ( ) *) ) " ) 7 &(% * " */ / B=G / ( ) $ )* (* $ 3

,%$

")%

)) $ )

%#&)%$1 >D

,%$ %#&)%$ ) * %-$ ( % 1 (# * * $ ) /%+$ $*( &( $ +() $ - 8) * + " $ 1 && , "%&# $*1 * $%"% / *( $ $ 1 $ % $ 3 ,%$ " +$ ) +) $ )) *-% / () % * ( # * $ * " , * # * $*( " %%"3 ,%$ - ) " *% '+ !"/ $8 ( ) ) (%# =3? *% @3B * ( $* ( $ * " , * /)* #3 ,%$ ) $ ( )) , $ ) ( %+) /%+* $*( &( $ +( - % ) +(( $*"/ + " $ - 8) * ) %( $+# ( % )# "" +) $ )) )1 %(&%( * %$)1 $ " ( %, ($# $* $ )3

Large local group among 2500 Democrats cheering Hillary Clinton "/

W n w a

FREE W -F

Ray McVay Sr., Mary Sue Roe, Marilyn Burnett and Harvey Joe Sanner

By Harvey Joe Sanner: The Arkansas Democratic Party hosted the annual Jefferson/Jackson Day Dinner Saturday night, July 18, in the Verizon Arena in North Little Rock.

The seating for dinner was sold out and a large group attended who came to hear someone speak about the future of this nation who is already being referred to as Madame President!!

Twenty people attended the dinner from Prairie County - they were: Harvey Joe Sanner, Prairie County Democratic Committee chairman, Marilyn Burnett, Rita Farris, Mary Sue Roe, Butch Calhoun, Lynn Sanner, Helen Holloway, Thelma Gray, Sadie Foster, Bart and Laura Calhoun, Chris Weems, Deronda Tucker, Nell Pich, Jerry Aycock, Byrum Kelly, Ray McVay, Wilma Robinson, Claretta Anderson and Holly Powell.

First order of business was the traditional awards presentations that recognize good deeds and hard work on behalf of Arkansas Democrats. We never want to overlook the importance of these awards. Please go to the Democratic Party website for a report.

A stirring speech by the very hard working State Party Chairman, Vince Insalaco followed. He did a great job!

If you asked yourself who would be the very best at introducing our keynote speaker, most likely you would have former Governor Mike Beebe on your list! He did a great job of introducing Hillary Clinton.

Everyone knows her bio includes being First Lady of Arkansas for 12 years when husband Bill Clinton was our governor. Then she served eight years as First Lady of the United States while President Clinton served our nation. Then she was elected to the U.S. Senate to represent the

%$ )1 ?@ ( ) %"! ?>1 $ (*) , ( (%! $

# $ %"! ?A

State of New York. Following that period in her life, President Barack Obama ! " requested that she serve the nation as Secretary of State where she earned accolades from world leaders from around the globe.

She is now embarking on a mission to bring her experiences and concern for the American people to the highest office in the land! Her campaign is building momentum and according to many polls and surveys, she ranks higher than her Democratic challengers and all the Republican candidates running for president.

When Hillary Clinton walks up to a microphone, the BS is over because she has such a command of the facts and the ability to understand the issues inside and out! She has been a tireless advocate for women and children’s issues her entire professional and political life. Those issues and others she touched on Saturday night are as someone said earlier, not democratic or republican issues, they are Ameri- Above: seated at one of the two tables occupied by Prairie County Democrats, clockwise, they are Holly Powell, can issues! From early Deronda Tucker, Rita Farris, Chris Weems, Nel Pich, Jerry Aycock, Sadie Foster and Thelma Gray. Harvey Joe childhood development ef- Sanner, standing. forts that pays off, to affordable education at all stages of life including college. Hillary said that higher education should be lifting people up to a better life not dragging them down with student loan debt. She said many other things and all the issues she covered with a confidence that certainly raises her stature as a most capable person and someone who will be focused on the future and the impact it will have on her granddaughter!

The arena was filled with enthusiasm and hope for a future! Hope for the Democratic Party and its ideals that have built the greatest nation on earth but more importantly hope for the future of our state and nation.

COUNCIL - continued costing the city around $600 a month, which was a little less than what was paid previously.

Mayor Garth also advised, “Cindy Kilgore and her sister did some deep cleaning at the ambulance bay from all the damage done from water leaking into the building. They did a great job and only charged $350.00. A carpenter is coming in to adjust the guttering on the ambulance bay that should stop the water pouring into the building.”

The mayor also advised that the storm sirens are being worked on and that no time frame was given to when they would be repaired and reinstalled. He will wait a couple weeks before contacting the company to check on the work’s progress.

Alderman Steve Bryan reported that Christy Bell, ambulance supervisor, said she had a lot of paperwork turned back from Medicaid this month but had already re-filed it. She also mentioned that the ambulance was very busy last week making about 22 runs. She was having to

*

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

cover other shifts due to being temporarily shorthanded.

Animal Control: Officer Mayher, in his report, said that four dogs had been picked up with two being reclaimed by owners. One warning and one citation were issued.

Other council members present were Janice Huffstickler, Ray McVay, Welton Robinson, and Bruce Sutton. Alderwoman Anna Beth Fisher was absent.

New books at Public Library The Naked Eye by Iris Johansen Naked Greed by Stuart Woods Vanished by Wil S. Hilton Outlaw by Ted Dekker The Hope We Seek by Rich Shapero The library also has a new selection of movies.

A donation was made by Janice Newton in memory of Martha Johnson.

A donation was made by White River Lodge #37 in memory of John Rollins.