10 Things ABOUT: Benita Drew

3What do you think is the most

positive aspect of living in the River Valley?

I can be an extrovert and surround myself with all the great people here, or I can be my true introverted self and get away from everyone and enjoy a beautiful solitude in nature, all within a short drive.

4What’s something no one would

ever guess about you?

I think people that drive exactly the speed limit are suspicious. I’m in awe of people that comfortably choose to sit in the middle of a restaurant with their backs to the door. And I once was licensed to box in the state of Missouri.

5What is your favorite music

genre and artist? Why?

Like books, that’s impossible. I listen to hair bands the most because that was my youth. Southern Rock is making a resurgence and I love that because it’s often relatable. Old country like Waylon and Cash. I never get tired of the old gospel hymns with harmonica and banjo. I grew up with that and it brings me closer to God and my loved ones who have passed. Some days I prefer the blues or reggae or bluegrass or rap or even techno. It’s kind of a crazy mix but all music is about memories and emotions to me, so how can anyone just pick one?

6What do you nerd out on? History and travel. I love being immersed in different cultures and knowing the history that made them. I spent a lot of time with my grandparents while I was growing up. My grandpa was mountain folk and his stories were untamed and that fascinated me, and my uncle was in the clean-up of World War II and his stories of being in the places I only read about, during major world events, all sparked that love of history and travel. My grandmother lost her mother when she was two and I always hated that she was robbed of that history of her native heritage.

7If you could change one thing

about the River Valley, what would it be?

Bully dog breed bans. How about we punish bad people for a change? Living in Pottsville I’m fortunate that our council was open minded when it came up. 8Where is the one location in the

River Valley you would tell a firsttime visitor that they must go?

Camp Mitchell’s open-air chapel. It is a simplistically breathtaking native stone and wood structure, utilizing His creations for its beauty. Not at all ornate, just you, nature and God. After, travel up the mountain to hike, camp, and enjoy Petit Jean State Park and its CCC structures and trails, and Winrock’s history and views as well.

9Pizza, tacos, cheeseburger, or

fried chicken? Any particular reason why?

All of them. Equally.

10What is your favorite quote? Could be from an inspirational person, could be an original.

“Can’t never could,” and “you won’t learn any younger.” They are old phrases, but they were favorites of my dad. I didn’t appreciate them when I was eight and he told me to drive the tractor down the road (zero lessons in driving anything) and I’d better beat him there, but I do now. Those sayings still run through my head when something needs done and my confidence waivers.

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Conveniently located to Arkansas Tech University, Shiloh Creek is nestled in a cozy forest setting with Lake Dardanelle nearby. Come by and tour our beautiful property and amenities. We also offer furnished one and two bedroom corporate apartments.

• Fitness Center • Pool Table • Tanning Bed • Clubhouse w/Big Screen TV • Business Center • Basketball Court • On site laundry facility • 2 Fenced private pools • Covered parking* • Animal Friendly • One & two bedroom units • Fully equipped kitchens • Walk-in closets • Several floor plan options • Ceiling fans • Washer/Dryer Hookups* • Washer and Dryer* • Paid water and sewer*

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