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Local CEO to enter outdoor hall of fame MAX BRYAN
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The CEO of a local boat manufacturer was shocked to learn he will be inducted into the Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame. Rodney Herndon, CEO of Xpress Boats, who has been with the company for 37 years, said he is humbled to be receiving the award. “I tell people, ‘All I did was come to work every day,’” Herndon said, with a chuckle. “It was quite a shock to me that I had been selected for the hall of fame.” Herndon was formally inducted at the Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet, which was held on Aug. 12 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock. When Herndon joined Xpress Boats in 1979, the company was owned by Kermit Bryant, his father-in-law. Although the company had accomplished the feat of manufacturing an all-welded aluminum boat, which was the first of its kind, they still were barely recognized in the boating industry. Herndon, who was promptly made president, began to expand the company’s vision. Since joining the company, Herndon has made innovative moves to keep Xpress on par with the best in the business, such as introducing the company’s hyper lift hull, bay boats and pontoon line. Thanks to Herndon’s innovation
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BUILDING BOATS: Rodney Herndon, right, CEO of Xpress Boats, shown with his son, Rory, president of Xpress Boats, in their company’s boat factory, was inducted
Ayg. 12 into the Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame.
Women’s group gathers in Spa City MAX BRYAN
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GREEN THUMB: Vanessa Tomczak, secretary for the Hot Springs
Community Gardens Network, shows the new seed ball vending machine that will be housed at the Garland County Library.
Seed ball vending machine at Garland County Library The Garland County Library is now home to a Seed Ball Vending Machine, courtesy of the Hot Springs Community Gardens Network, according to a news release. Vanessa Tomczak, secretary for the Hot Springs Community Gardens Network, approached library Director John Wells about housing a re-purposed toy or gumball vending machine in early June. According to Tomczak, instead of candy or trinkets, the machine would dispense seed balls — plant seeds encased in dried newspaper pulp. After some discussion among the Garland County Grows Seed Library committee, a partnership was created between the Library and the HSCGN. In exchange for housing the seed ball vending machine, the library will receive organic seed donations from the Park Haven Community Garden beds. At only 50 cents per seed ball, the machine is not expected to generate considerable revenues for the HSCGN, but displaying the machine in a prominent location inside the library may help to raise awareness about the group and its contributions to the gardening community, the release said. Income from the machine will help maintain and repair garden beds at both the HSCGN locations, on Park Avenue at the Park Haven Community Gardens and the garden on Palm Street just
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The Bucket List Bunnies, a club devoted to making it possible for women aged 50 and older achieve lifelong dreams, held its first convention in Hot Springs this weekend. The convention began Aug. 11 at the Baymont Inn & Suites. From there, the club members enjoyed events such as a Lunch & Style Show at Back Porch Grill, a ’70s Pool Party & Dinner at Clarion Resort and a competition shoot at The Gun Cave. Members of any of the club’s chapters were welcome to attend. The Bucket List Bunnies began when founders Cynthia Distefano, Karen Boyd and Deanna Rader were conversing by the pool at the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa. The three were bringing up “bucket list” items to each other, and from that, the club was born. Since it was founded in Hot Springs, BLB has grown into four chapters, each of which represent a different state — Arkansas, California, Oregon and Texas. “It’s growing across the United States, and we hope it’ll go international,” said member Vicki Gamble, of Hot Springs. Gamble said that the club holds a luncheon every month. At each luncheon, the members decide what “bucket list” item they will cross off that month. “We put little eggs in a basket, and then we pick one out every month, and that’s what we do for our bucket list,” Gamble said. “Each one of us has an opportunity to do what’s on our bucket list.” With their luncheons and their events, BLB gives middle-aged women the opportunity to enjoy each other’s company and be there for one another. Jan Morgan, owner of The Gun Cave and a BLB member from Hot Springs, became a member of the
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AT THE RANGE: Cynthia Distefano, of Hot Springs, Karen Wieman, of Arkadelphia, Jan Morgan, of
Hot Springs, Vicki Gamble, of Hot Springs, Beth Butler, of Hot Springs Village, and Jami Anderson, of Bakersfield, Calif., all of The Bucket List Bunnies, show off their targets at the Gun Cave in Piney. group after making an appearance as a guest speaker on women’s self-defense at BLB. She said that her favorite part of the group is the camaraderie. “It’s just a different stage in life for women,” Morgan said of the age demographic of BLB. “It’s a time in life where we can all connect and help each other through personal problems. It’s a support system.” Morgan said that, overall, the group is marked by a sense of loyalty and genuineness to one another. She said that this is what sets BLB apart from other women’s organizations. “It’s the classiest bunch of ladies I’ve ever been around in my life,” Morgan said. “Classy, authentic, unpretentious and real. What I’ve seen in this organization is not something I’ve seen in other women’s organizations.”
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ON THE RUNWAY: Deanna Rader, one of Bucket List Bunnies’
founders, models during the Bucket List Bunnies’ inaugural national convention lunch and style show Aug. 11 at the Back Porch Grill. Throughout the weekend, the women heard from several speakers, had dinner on the Belle of Hot Springs and held a competitive shoot at The Gun Cave, among other events.
20th annual HS Blues Festival returns to Hill Wheatley Plaza The Spa City Blues Society will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Hot Springs Blues Festival Sept. 3-4, as it returns to Hill Wheatley Plaza in downtown Hot Springs. For $20, listeners will get access to the festivities for both days, according to a news release. Headliners for this year’s festivities include California’s The Delgado Brothers, Ohio’s Noah Wotherspoon Band, and Barbara
Blue, the reigning queen of Beale Street in Memphis, Tenn., the release said. Winners of the 2016 International Blues Challenge held in Memphis, the Delgado Brothers, combine Latin flavor with a bluesR&B vibe that carried the members to various venues across the globe. With strong guitar similarities to the likes of Santana, many are drawn to the rhythmic styles the brothers have to offer, the re-
lease said. English blues legend John Mayall recorded some of the Delgado Brothers’ songs from their 1999 album “Let’s Get Back.” Also making an appearance at the festival are two-time IBC finalists and trio Noah Wotherspoon Band. Named the “Best Guitarist” at the 2015 International Blues Challenge, Wotherspoon and his band would go on to win second place at the competition the same year. Since the age of 13, Woth-
erspoon has opened for Derek Trucks, jammed alongside Bobby Blue Bland and shared the stage with Joe Bonamassa. Headlining the festivities Sept. 3 is singer-songwriter Barbara Blue. With strong comparisons to Etta James and Janis Joplin, many listeners are intrigued with the singer’s soulful voice mixed with urban blues, the release said. Blue has toured artists including Delbert McClinton, Jeff Healey, and Taj
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Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band. This year’s music festival will also include Little Rock-based keyboard and drum duo Stuart Baer and Lance Womack, and Spa City Blues Society’s Hump Night Blues Jam host band, The Big Chiller Blues Band, made up of Brent Frazier, Shannon Sabbatini and Darin Williams. Little Rock-based duo and 2016 IBC finalists Trey Johnson and
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Spa City space to offer Village information LORIEN E. DAHL The Sentinel-Record
With the millions of people who visit the historic area of Hot Springs each year, a location downtown is a natural fit for entities who want a heavy volume of foot traffic along their storefront. Fo r n e i g h b o r i n g Ho t Springs Village, its Property Owners Association staff has been looking for quite some time to find a space neither too large nor too small to launch a Discovery Center. After months of waiting, the perfect spot became available, and later in August this satellite welcome center will open at 231 Central Ave. Inside the first floor of the Wade Building, which was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, the center is adjacent to the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa, and across the street from The Pancake Shop — both popular destinations for Spa City residents and visitors alike. Stephanie Heffer, the POA’s director of Lifestyle and Community Development, told The Sentinel-Record, “We want to tell people that Hot Springs Village is a short 20-minute drive up the highway, and that we have a lot to offer.” The Village’s calendar of events is often so full that people in the area must choose between more than one option in a single day. Though it’s long been
known for world class golfing opportunities, there are also miles of trails, lakes, theater performances, outdoor markets, music concerts, visual art classes and evenings of dance, in addition to multiple dining destinations. Enthusiasts of most any activity would have no problem finding fun in the community, and Heffer said, “We’re trying to tell people that there’s things for an active, younger generation,” and that the Village is more than just a place for retirement. A large screen at the Discovery Center will show a loop film to highlight many Village activities, and employees will serve as Village ambassadors. Each will have the ability to arrange booking of golf packages, plan places for guests to spend the night within HSV gates, set up wedding venues, or even discuss real estate options “We want them to understand it (HSV) enough to be able to tout its greatness,” Heffer said. Other than the knowledgeable staff, the centerpiece will be a large interactive map table with touchscreen technology, which will allow guests to get an overall view of the Village, then learn more about a particular site by clicking through more specific levels.
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WELCOMING SPACE: The Hot Springs Village Discovery Center, located at 231 Central Ave., will soon open its doors for
anyone interested in learning more about activities available within the gated community. A grand opening is expected to be announced during August. Final decisions are being made and details ironed out, including what date the center will open and its hours of operation. Heffer said hours will be dependent on the activity in downtown Hot Springs, adding “The goal here is to catch the traffic, so when the streets are busy and the sidewalks are busy, we want to be here.” She said the hours will be played with as it first opens,
to see what schedule works best, then adjusted accordingly. During periods of increased traffic, like during Oaklawn’s live season, the center will be open more. In addition to getting information, visitors will be able to pick up brochures and magazines, and purchase Hot Springs Village merchandise including T-Shirts and hats, and sweatshirts and hoodies when the temperatures are cooler.
Additionally, both Hot Springs residents and out-oftowners can have day passes to the Village issued at the center, which could be a time saver when arriving at the HSV gates. Renovations to the space of less than 1,000 square feet have been all-encompassing, including replacement of ceiling tiles and light fixtures, new sheetrock and paint, and addition of displays. Heffer said all projects
except for painting were able to be completed in-house, by POA employees. Heffer said they look forward to being a part of the Hot Springs community, and will be making strides toward that goal. In October, the center will host a cocktail party as part of the 25th annual Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival, and that event is only a beginning. “We want to show that we’re good neighbors,” Heffer said.
Oaklawn Foundation makes donation to Project HOPE FROM STAFF REPORTS
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FOUNDATION DONATION: Oaklawn Foundation board member Kermit Tucker, third from left,
presents a plaque to Project HOPE Food Bank board Chairman Tom Jones Aug. 10 at the food bank. Also pictured, from left, are Dennis Smith and Carla Mouton, foundation board members, Ted Thompson, Project HOPE director, Becky Choate of Project HOPE, Les Warren, foundation board member, Charleen Copeland, Hot Springs Area Community Foundation board chair and Oaklawn Foundation liaison, and Kerry Lockwood Owen and Larry Stephens, foundation board members.
The Oaklawn Foundation earlier last week presented Project HOPE Food Bank with a $14,762 grant to purchase a 4,000-pound material lift and pallet shelves. The grant will allow the food bank to complete the expansion project it started in 2015, a news release said. “The funding is crucial for program efficiency and will provide the added storage to warehouse pallets of food. This is important because of the increase in food distributions over the last few years,” the release said. Project HOPE Food Bank has distributed 460,000 pounds of food in the first six months of this year, compared to the 354,000 pounds distributed during the same period in 2015. “The benefits of this grant will impact the community through alleviating hunger for many years to come,” the release said. “To keep up with the growing demand for food in our community, Project HOPE Food Bank must work with extreme efficiency,” it said. According to Project HOPE, Arkansas is ranked highest in the nation for the number of seniors struggling with food insecurity, citing
information from the National Foundation to End Senior Hunger. “Approximately one in four seniors (24.85 percent) face a constant battle with hunger, 9 percent over the national average. The number of Arkansas’ families struggling with food insecurity is estimated to be 19.1 percent, second only to Mississippi,” the release said. The lift and shelves obtained through the Oaklawn Foundation grant will provide assistance to seniors and families, struggling with food insecurity, through Project HOPE’s partner agencies. “The additional storage will help us to be able to purchase food in large lots for better pricing,” said Ted Thompson, executive director of Project HOPE Food Bank. “This grant will touch the lives of so many seniors and families struggling with hunger.” Project HOPE Food Bank is a volunteer-based operation, through 25 individuals who assist the food bank with daily operations and host more than 400 volunteers throughout the year. Its warehouse space is donated and all of its equipment has been obtained through grants, according to the release.
Arkansas Jazz Experience closed with Nardi
The Arkansas Jazz Experience series closed with featured blues keyboardist Tony Nardi on Aug. 12, at the historic Whittington Place. “Jazz and blues are such a natural fit, and we had so much fun last month with guest artists Larry and Jackie, that we decided to do it again with another community favorite, Tony Nardi,” Gretchen Taylor, Jazz Society executive director, said in a news release. Nardi’s music comes from the heart of Chicago, where he was born and raised, beginning his professional career during his teenage years, the release said. Attending the Chicago Conservatory of Music, Nardi was introduced to the Chicago blues scene
before leaving for the military. The military couldn’t stop his passion for music. There he formed music groups performing ’60s soul that left a big influence on him. Today blues lovers find Nardi playing at the Ohio Club’s Blues Night on Wednesdays in Salt & Pepper, one of the groups formed during his military years, the release said. Also performing will be Clyde Pound on piano, Paul Stivitts on drums, David Higginbotham on bass and Shirley Chauvin will sing and emcee. Whittington Place has ample parking and there will be a potluck style snack table. Guests were asked to bring their favorite dish. There is
also a cash bar and room to dance. Entrance was $10 for Jazz Society members and $15 for non-members. Those who became a member that evening got in free. The Hot Springs Jazz Society is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to perpetuating, promoting and preserving jazz music, an original American art form, the release said. The Jazz Society is funded in part by the Arkansas Arts Council, Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission, Hot Springs Area Community Foundation, Morris Foundation and the Elisabeth Wagner Foundation along with numerous other corporate and private sponsors.
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PLAYIN’ THE BLUES: Blues keyboardist Tony Nardi was featured at the last of
this year’s Arkansas Jazz Experience on Aug. 12 at Whittington Place.
Official warns about chronic wasting disease COLBIE MCCLOUD The Sentinel-Record
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As the opening day of archery deer season approaches on Sept. 24, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is warning hunters of the potential to encounter diseased deer in northwest Arkansas. When it first discovered chronic wasting disease in a female elk harvested near Pruitt in October 2015, AGFC engaged a response team it created in 2006, but had hoped it would never have to use. A second cervid, a white-tailed deer, also tested positive for the disease. “When the phone call came, I was in North Carolina at a deer conference on Feb. 17. From North Carolina to Arkansas, we reviewed our plan and by the time we got back in state the commission was ready The Sentinel-Record/Mara Kuhn to approve our plan which would free up fawns to allow us to do our surveillance. We ROTARY MEETING: Hot Springs National Park Rotarian Jeff Weaver, left, speaks with Cory Gray, Arkansas Game and Fish developed a focal area and wanted to look at Commission deer program coordinator, Aug. 10 during the Rotary prevalence,” Cory Gray, AGFC deer program coordinator, told members of Hot Springs club’s weekly meeting at the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa.
National Park Rotary Club Aug. 10 during their weekly noon luncheon at the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa. Chronic wasting disease is a fatal neurological disease that attacks cervid species like deer and elk. It can stay dormant in animals for years, but they can still infect others prior to showing any signs of infection themselves. Currently, there are no vaccinations or cure for the disease, and it is resilient to heat and enzymes. Symptoms include excessive urination and salivating, deteriorating body condition, lack of skittishness around humans, staring and wide stances. “When you see these animals, their front legs will be sprawled out, their head will be low, neck out and staring. They are looking at you like they are looking over the top of glasses. They, as I call it, have a 100-mile stare. Most of the time you will find them standing in water where they are urinating and drinking at the same time,” Gray said. He said research shows that it can be
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‘Nutcracker’ auditions scheduled for September
Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co. will hold open auditions on Sept. 10 at Techniques CC&C, 321 Section Line Road, Suite G, for its annual production of “The Nutcracker” ballet in November and December. For the past four years, HSCDTC and the Hot Springs community have enjoyed this heartfelt yuletide holiday classic, a news release said. Performance dates are scheduled for Nov. 25, 26 and 27, and Dec. 2, 3 and 4. This year’s performance is set to showcase the skills of local young talented performers and those of featured professional guest artists from around the country, the release said. Dancers who audition should arrive early enough to fill out paperwork and reserve a position to audition. The fee to audition is $10. Auditions will be from 1-2 p.m. for 6- to 9-year-old dancers; 2-3 p.m. for 10- to 12-yearold dancers; and 3-4:30 p.m. for dancers 13 years old and older. Adults should contact the the theater about adult roles at 655-6815. There are several character acting roles. Rehearsals are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, depending on role or roles cast. Additional evening rehearsals will be held for more advanced performers a couple of nights during the week. The first act of “Nutcracker” involves several character acting roles that require stage movement. This is an excellent way to develop an actor’s skills in self-presentation, movement and stage presence, the release said. Not all roles are dancing roles. Submitted photo The audition is open to the Hot Springs community and CHILDREN’S DANCE: Dancers perform during the 2015 Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre production of “The Nutcracker.” Auditions for the 2016 production are scheduled for Sept. 10. schools.
Emergent Arts offers Ice Cream Social, fall classes
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PAINTING: Lindsay Mehlin paints a picture during an earlier class at Emergent Arts, located at 341-A
Whittington Ave. Registration for upcoming fall classes starts Sept. 6.
behind the Hot Springs Convention Center. “When Vanessa presented her idea to the library about the machine, I was very excited and hopeful that we’d be able to work out a partnership,” said Erin Baber, library public relations coordinator. “The Park Haven Community Garden is beautiful. The group obviously takes pride in their gardens, so a partnership seemed like such a great idea.” The seeds from the HSCGN beds will be incorporated into Garland County Grows as they
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are donated and will be stickered to designate that they came from the Park Haven Community Gardens. “We want to make sure that people know that they’re getting high-quality seeds when they check out from Garland County Grows,” Youth Services Librarian Tiffany Hough said. “Marking the seed packets that came from the Park Haven Community Gardens just gives them an extra mention and will hopefully increase their group’s community exposure.” The seed ball vending ma-
chine is on display with the Garland County Grows seeds at the adult circulation desk in the Garland County Library. Seed balls are comprised of organic varieties of sunflowers, snap peas, or dill seeds that were grown by members of the HSCGN. Each ball comes with a piece of paper indicating the seed type included. More information about the machine and the Hot Springs Community Gardens Network is available by emailing hotspringscg@gmail.com.
with his passion for the outdoors, led the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission to place him on the roster for induction into the hall of fame this year. He will be inducted with Scott Simon, director of Arkansas’ chapter of The Nature Conservancy, and Steve “Wildman” Wilson, a TV and radio personality in the outdoor world. Chuck Dicus, president of the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation, said that Herndon fits in perfectly with the rest of the hall of fame’s inductees. “Rodney is an avid outdoorsman,” Dicus said. “He values the same things that we do — outdoor conservation and activities. He was a perfect fit.” Dicus also said that Herndon has been on the wait-
ing list to be inducted for some time now. He said that Herndon’s contribution to his home state is one of the things that put him up for consideration in the first place. “So much can be said about Rodney and his history in Arkansas, and certainly in the boat building business,” Dicus said. “What’s important to know is that what they’ve done is they’ve given Arkansas sportsmen an opportunity to enjoy water sports.” Herndon said that he couldn’t have received the nomination without the help of the people that show up to work every day for Xpress Boats. “It’s an honor; it’s humbling,” Herndon said. “I’ve got a lot of thanks to a lot of people in this organization.”
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and drive, Xpress Boats has quietly risen to become one of the top 10 boat companies in the United States for the past 20 years. Clay Connor, director of marketing at Xpress, said that the subtle nature of the company’s rise to success is telling of the way Herndon and his family have managed the business. “The business that they have built over the past 50 years is built on innovation and performance, but it’s a very quiet business,” Connor said. Xpress Boats, which is now owned by Herndon’s son, Rory, as of December 2015, is currently one of the top five boat manufacturers in the country, according to Rodney Herndon. Herndon’s accomplishments in his business, along
and returning teaching artists. Classes range from pottery to poetry and drawing to natural dying. “We are very excited to offer such a variety of classes this fall at Emergent Arts,” said Erin Holliday, executive director. “We have had many requests for children’s yoga and adult tai-chi classes, and it has now come together.” Emergent Arts will welcome new teaching artists, Kay Watkins, children’s drawing; Deby Sweatt, children’s yoga; Vanessa Tomczak, pine needle basketry; and Jerry Matlock and Barbara
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Emergent Arts’ annual Ice Cream Social will be held from 1-3 p.m. Aug. 20. The event will feature handmade ceramic bowls for sale for $5 to $10 each, which come with a “make-your-own” ice cream sundae, according to a news release. The annual mural painting will also take place during the social, and the public will get the chance to lend a hand in painting the large circle-themed mural on the front of the Emergent Arts building at 341-A Whittington Ave. The event is free to attend, and $1 ice cream scoops will also be available. All proceeds from the event will support scholarships for the 2016-17 programming year. Attendees can also tour the art studios and meet many of the artists who will be teaching during the fall 2016 programming season, the release said. Performing, visual, and literary arts classes are available for ages 6 to adult in a wide range of artistic areas. Registration is now open for classes, which begin on Sept. 6. More information can be found on the Emergent Arts website, http://www.emergentarts.org. Emergent Arts will begin the 2016 fall season with many new
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Greenland shark now oldest living animal with backbone SETH BORENSTEIN The Associated Press
WASHINGTON — In the cold waters of the Arctic, a denizen of the deep lurked for centuries. Now scientists calculate that this female Greenland shark was the Earth’s oldest living animal with a backbone. They estimated that the gray shark, part of the species named after Greenland, was born in the icy waters roughly 400 years ago, and died only recently. That conclusion puts the entire species at the top of the longevity list. Using a novel dating technique, an international team of biologists and physicists estimated the age of 28 dead female Greenland sharks based on tissue in their eyes. Eight of the sharks were probably 200 years or older and two likely date back more than three centuries, according to a study published Aug. 11 in the journal Science. Until now, that record holder was a bowhead whale that hit 211 years old, according to study lead author Julius Nielsen and AnAge, an animal longevity database. The oldest of the Greenland sharks examined was nearly 16.5 feet long (5 meters) and estimated to be 392 years old when it was caught around four years ago. But that calculation comes with a huge margin of error — plus or minus 120 years — due to the newness of the dating technique, said Nielsen, a marine biologist at the University of Copenhagen. That means the shark was probably born sometime between 1500 and 1740 with the most likely birth year 1620. “It’s an estimate. It’s not a determination,” Nielsen said. “It is the best we can do.” Even at the lowest end of the margin error, the shark would have been 272 years old when it died, and still would be the longest-living animal with a backbone, Nielsen said. Other experts agreed. Joao Pedro Magalhaes, a University of Liverpool aging researcher, said because the study is based on an indirect
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400 YEARS OLD: A Greenland shark caught aboard the research vessel Pâmiut on Aug. 11 in southwest Greenland. In a report released Aug. 11, scientists cal-
culate this species of shark is Earth’s oldest living animal with a backbone. They estimate that one of those they examined was born roughly 400 years ago, about the time of the Pilgrims in the U.S., and kept on swimming until it died only a couple years ago. measurement he wouldn’t necessarily concentrate on exact numbers, especially when they exceed 400 years, where the upper end of the margin of error goes. “But the study is convincing enough for us to say that these animals live way longer than human beings and possibly longer than any other vertebrate,” said Magalhaes, who runs the longevity database and wasn’t part of Nielsen’s team. Some animals without backbones live longer. An ocean quahog, a clam,
lived 507 years and two different types of sponges are said to survive for 15,000 and 1,500 years. While not surprised that Greenland sharks live a long time, “I’m really shocked by the magnitude of that longevity,” wrote Christopher Lowe, director of the shark lab at California State University Long Beach. He wasn’t part of the study, but praised it as creative and compelling. Greenland sharks love cold water —
preferring temperatures near freezing — and are all over the Arctic. The cold water and the slow metabolism that comes with it might have something to do with their long lives, Nielsen said. Lowe, in an email, said “the rule of thumb is deep and cold = old when it comes to fishes.” “I don’t know why they get as old, but I hope someone will find out,” Nielsen said. For the age estimates, he uses a complex and indirect system that combines chemical tracking, mathematical mod-
eling and growth measurements. He focuses on the shark eye lens. Those form while the shark is still developing inside the mother’s uterus and measures of carbon in them won’t change after birth, so it gives a good, rough sense of when the shark was born. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shark expert Allen Andrews said the dating method “is novel and is likely robust” but he said there are still a number of uncertainties.
Local math teacher nominated for Arkansas teacher of the year JAY BELL
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Lake Hamilton High School math teacher Brian Leonard has been announced as one of 15 finalists for the 2017 Arkansas Teacher of the Year award. The 15 regional finalists will be recognized next month by the Arkansas Department of Education and Gov. Asa Hutchinson at the Arkansas state Capitol. The group will be narrowed down to four finalists. Last year’s regional finalists each received a $1,000 award and a certificate. The state winner received another $14,000 and a year sabbatical from the classroom to serve as an ex officio member of the State Board of Education and participate in events across the state. “It’s validation for countless hours worked,” Leonard said. “Really, it sounds cheesy, but it’s a credit to how great of a place it is that I work. I am able to work at a place that trusts me to be a professional, do my job and gives me leniency to do my job in what I feel is an effective manner.” Leonard has been an upper-level math teacher at Lake Hamilton High School for the past 10 years.
He previously taught two years Academics Plus Charter School in Little Rock and the University of Canberra in Australia. “It’s validation of the hard work that he has done, the whole staff has done and how he cares for his kids,” said Kirk Nance, principal of the high school. “He challenges them and works at getting them prepared for their next step. It’s an honor anytime that our staff is recognized, not just he alone, but it’s the whole district and the hard work they do. It’s just been an honor for us.” Leonard received a letter last week from ADE Commissioner Johnny Key congratulating him on the recognition. Leonard said the nomination is overwhelming, but reflects the positive education environment at Lake Hamilton. “Between all of the support I get from the administrative side and support on every level, it makes what I do easy,” Leonard said. “I think this is a recognition of being able to accomplish what I have done only because of where I work.” Faculty and staff selected Leonard for the high school’s teacher of the year award in the spring. Leonard was chosen by administrators from each
school’s winners for the district award, making him eligible to apply for the Arkansas Teacher of the Year program. The 15 regional finalists each represent an education cooperative. Leonard was selected from the Dawson Education Services Cooperative in Arkadelphia. Dawson was represented last year by Stephanie Goodman, a math teacher at Hot Springs Intermediate School. Goodman was one of the four finalists to be visited at school and observed by a special committee. Leonard traveled to Washington, D.C., in the summer of 2015 as a recipient of the 2013 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the nation’s highest honor for K-12 teachers of math and science. Recipients of the 2013 awards taught in grades 7-12. “Anyone that teaches in our building or has a student in Mr. Leonard’s class, this doesn’t surprise them because they know the quality of educator that he is and the quality of person he is,” Nance said. Leonard said he was inspired and enthused by
his experience in D.C. He said it helped prepare him for the state award process. “When you reach that culmination and you are actually shaking hands with the president, who is acknowledging your success as a teacher, it is hard to go to a more daunting circumstance,” Leonard said. The four finalists will likely be observed and interviewed by a special committee in October. The state winner could be announced by early November. Credit recovery classes will be added to Leonard’s slate of math classes this year, which include Advanced Placement courses in calculus and statistics. Lake Hamilton applied through the state’s Schools of Innovation program to increase its online delivery for students to redeem credits lost to mitigating circumstances. Leonard has experience with the teaching methods through his work in summer school. Students will be able to take classes online, at home and outside of traditional school hours and settings, but will be required to meet with their academic coaches on campus for at least two hours each week.
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Official: lawsuit doesn’t affect Majestic demolition DAVID SHOWERS The Sentinel-Record
The demolition of the Majestic Hotel complex began as scheduled Aug. 8, as the city reiterated that an injunction request pending in Garland County Circuit Court doesn’t enjoin it from demolishing the historic structures. City Attorney Brian Albright said Monday that the litigation challenging the city’s authority to remove the buildings notwithstanding, the absence of a temporary restraining order allows the project to proceed while the lawsuit is pending. The case was assigned to Division 4 Circuit Judge Marcia Hearnsberger. A docket entry scheduling a motions hearing was posted the afternoon of Aug. 8. A copy of the scheduling order indicating when the hearing will be held was unavailable at presstime. DT Specialized Services Inc., the Tulsa-based contractor awarded the $1,037,500 demolition contract, began tearing down the Lanai Suites portion of the 5-acre property on Monday. Brenda Brandenburg, the plaintiff in the litigation to stop the demolition, petitioned the court for an injunction last month, arguing that the city needed Historic District Commission approval to tear down the buildings. The July 19 filing didn’t include a request for a temporary restraining order. The response to the city’s motion to dismiss Brandenburg, filed last week, said the city acted prematurely as none of the defendants have been served with summonses the circuit clerk’s office issued last month. The lack of service means the case has yet to start, the response said. “The civil action has not yet commenced insofar as the mere filing of a complaint in the proper court is not sufficient,” the Aug. 4 filing, which Brandenburg filed without an attorney, said. “Plaintiff’s complaint cannot be dismissed until the action has been properly commenced by issuance of a summons and proper service of the complaint upon defendants.” Albright said that he’s filed an entry of The Sentinel-Record/Richard Rasmussen appearance on behalf of all of the defendants, DEMOLITION TIME: A hydraulic excavator tears down the Lanai Suites section of the Majestic Hotel which, in addition to the city, includes Mayor complex on Aug. 8. It is the first of the 5-acre property’s three buildings to be demolished. Ruth Carney, the Hot Springs Board of Direc-
tors and the Historic District Commission. “The case has commenced,” he said. “If (Brandenburg) feels like the case hasn’t commenced, I’m not sure what she wants us to wait on. By the time she serves everyone, the buildings will be torn down. I don’t know why Ms. Brandenburg doesn’t want the case to commence.” The city’s motion to dismiss argues that a certificate of appropriateness issued by the Historic District Commission isn’t necessary to demolish the buildings. Brandenburg’s injunction petition cited a provision of the Historic District Commission chapter of the state’s local government title that says such a certificate is needed to alter a building in a historic district. According to the state Historic Preservation Program, the property’s “red brick” building was built in 1926 and included in the June 25, 1985, formation of the Central Avenue Historic District. The adjacent Lanai Towers and Lanai Suites were added in September 2007. The city’s dismissal request points to another provision in the historic district chapter that says the certificate requirement doesn’t apply to buildings that have been deemed unsafe. Albright said the city board’s condemnation of the property in March 2015 qualifies it as unsafe and excludes it from the certificate requirement. Brandenburg said the Historic District Commission shouldn’t have been bypassed during the run-up to the city board’s approval of the demolition contract in June. “I cannot believe that our city officials are in such a rush that they will not stop to consider whether destroying the Majestic Hotel is appropriate,” she said in an email. “At the very least, the Historic District Commission should make, or not make, a certificate of appropriateness that destruction of that historic structure is justified.” David McAfee, DT’s president, said last week that the demolition of the Lanai Suites should be concluded within eight days. The Lanai Towers to the south and “red brick’ building to the east will follow. The company’s bid proposal listed a 170-day timeline for the project, with work wrapping up in November.
JazzFest scheduled for Aug. 31 through Sept. 4 The 25th Hot Springs JazzFest will take place Aug. 31 to Sept. 4. The festival will kick off with Rodney’s Block Party at 7 p.m. Aug. 31 in the ballroom of The Hotel Hot Springs & Spa. “The JazzFest is starting with a family affair for everyone to come and enjoy the music, to dance and have a great time with Rodney Block Collective, one of Arkansas’ Top Jazz Artists,” a news release said. Block will bring his unique brand of traditional jazz, gospel, hip-hop, bebop, funk and soul from the Little Rock metro area to opening night. From 7-10 p.m. Sept. 1, Jazz Night at the Ohio Club will include a performance by “The Diva Chicks,” Shirley Chauvin, Fedette “Lady J” Johnson and Dona Pettey, with the Clyde Pound Trio.
On Sept. 2, the Classical Jazz Blow Out will feature the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet and the Anything That Moves jazz combo in a fusion of classical and jazz music. Joining the music will be singers Don Gooch and Diane Kesling. The traditional Jazz in the Streets free outdoor concert on Broadway Street under the Regions skybridge will begin at noon Sept. 3 and include performances by a variety of bands, including The Great American Slide Show, a six-trombone group founded by Sim Flora; The Subiaco Academy High School Jazz Band, a 30-student band, which will play big band favorites from the ’30s through ’50s; Henderson State University’s NuFusion; and the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s
powerhouse jazz band. From 4-6 p.m. on Sept. 3, Jazz in the Streets will showcase Brass-A-Holics from New Orleans. Created with the vision of merging the unrivaled New Orleans brass sound with Washington, D.C.’s Go-Go groove, Brass-A-Holics joins the ranks of the time-honored traditions, culture and music that have come out of the great city of New Orleans, the release said. On Sept. 4, the festival will close with St. Luke’s Episcopal Church’s Jazz Mass, Jazz After Church and the Stardust Big Band Tea Dance. The Hot Springs Jazz Society is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to perpetuating, promoting and preserving Jazz Music, an original American art form, the release said. The Jazz Society
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MUSICIANS: Professors Don Marshan, back, left, Claude Askew, and Gary Meggs, are with students
from various Arkansas high schools who received scholarships from the Hot Springs Jazz Society to attend the recent summer jazz camp at the University of Arkansas Monticello, including Emma Darnell, middle, left, of Bismarck, trumpet; Rachel Diggs, of Cutter Morning Star, trumpet; Anna Cole, of Lake Hamilton, piano; Isaias Filipek, of Bismarck, tenor sax; Tyler Harrington, bottom left, of Sheridan, piano; Jeffery Masby, of Central High, electric bass; Mason Rhodes, of Benton, drums and percussion; Dylan Miller, of Heber Springs, guitar; and Caleb Lea, of Benton, alto sax and keyboard.
Jazz Society awards scholarships to exceptional students for camp Nine students from Arkansas high schools received scholarships from the Hot Springs Jazz Society to attend the recently completed summer jazz camp at the University of Arkansas in Monticello. Each year, the society seeks exceptional music students recommended by public and private music teachers for consideration for scholarships to attend the jazz camp, according to a news release. Students selected to receive the scholarships in 2016 were Emma Darnell, of Bismarck, trumpet; Rachel Diggs, of Cutter Morning Star, trumpet; Anna Cole, of Lake Hamilton, piano; Isaias Filipek, of Bismarck, tenor sax; Tyler Harrington, of Sheri-
dan, piano; Jeffery Masby, of Central High, electric bass; Mason Rhodes, of Benton, drums and percussion; Dylan Miller, of Heber Springs, guitar; and Caleb Lea, of Benton, alto sax and keyboard. This was the broadest variety of schools represented in the history of the scholarship program, the release said. Each year, students are identified for scholarship awards. Anyone who wishes to nominate a music student who will be in the 11th grade for the 2016-17 school year can call the Hot Springs Jazz Society for an application for the 2017 jazz camp scholarship program at 627-2425 or email HSJazzSociety@gmail.com.
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NUFUSION: Henderson State University’s NuFusion is scheduled to perform during the free Jazz in
the Streets concert as part of the 25th Hot Springs JazzFest, Aug. 31 through Sept. 4. is funded in part by the Arkansas Arts Council, Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission, Hot Springs Area Community Foundation,
Morris Foundation and the Elisabeth Wagner Foundation along with numerous other corporate and private sponsors.
Vi s i t h tt p : / /w w w. H SJazzSociety.org or call 627-2425 to purchase tickets or for more information on the concerts and artists.
Lecture examined transformations, history of Army and Navy Hospital Garland County Historical Society volunteer Gary Jackson presented a lecture on the Army and Navy Hospital, now Arkansas Career Training Institute, on Aug. 17 at the Garland County Library. Jackson discussed the building’s unique history, including its transformations in both structure and use over time, according to a news release. “Everyone sees the former Army and Navy Hospital building rising over downtown Hot Springs like a fortress, but few know its history, ” said Liz Robbins, the historical society’s executive director. Jackson’s lecture included a discussion on how the facility came to be located in Hot Springs, its service during times of peace and time of war, including two World Wars, and its status as a major military treatment center for arthritis and polio. “Every lecture presented by the Garland County Historical Society that we’ve hosted in the past has been absolutely wonderful,” said Cori Williams, programming librarian. “These programs are great for anyone interested in Hot Springs’ vibrant history.” The program included information about the building, including some of its prominent patients and visitors, as well as stories and photographs. The program was free to attend, but registration was required. Call 623-4161 or 9224483 for more information.
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HISTORIC STRUCTURE: The Garland County Historical Society
presented a lecture Aug. 17 on the Army and Navy General Hospital, pictured here in the 1950s, at the Garland County Library. The building now houses Arkansas Career Training Institute.
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Outdoor writer and photographer Corbet Deary is featured regularly in The Sentinel-Record. Today, Deary writes about swimming holes.
I’m the kind of guy who usually has a fishing pole in hand when Arkansas waters are involved, especially during the spring and early summer. But with the arrival of late summer comes a change of heart. The fish generally aren’t biting, and the sultry heat grows so unbearable that one cannot enjoy the sport during the daylight hours. But when the air grows too stifling to enjoy a day of fishing, that’s no indication the time to hibernate indoors is upon us. It’s simply time to change outdoor activities. That’s right. It’s due time to take a plunge and immerse thyself in a cool hole of water. We have no shortage of crystal-clear rivers and refreshing bodies of water in our neck of the woods. Finding a good spot to swim, however, is not as easy as one would expect. Many of our creeks and rivers cut their way through private property, or are not easily accessible. And although our area lakes incorporate literally thousands of acres, much of their shorelines are also not easily reached other than via boat. Many of the recreation areas across the state, fortunately, have designated swimming areas, each and every one of them well worth visiting. But of course, some are better than others, which is a matter of personal preference. That in mind, I thought I would share a few of the spots where I prefer cooling myself during the hottest days of summer. Despite the hot temperatures and multitudes of pesky
insects and arachnids, I still enjoy a short summertime trek through the forest. That in mind, I lean toward public swimming holes that are in proximity of a trail, as the water is even more refreshing immediately following a walk. My favorite swimming hole fits my needs to a tee. Located on Highway 270 between Hot Springs and Mount Ida (about 20 miles west of Hot Springs), our first stop will be the Charlton Recreation Area. Walnut Creek runs through the middle of the recreation area and was dammed many years ago during the Civilian Conservation Corps era, which ranged from 1933-42. The structure, constructed of native stones, resulted in a large pool. Anybody who has ever previously swam at the recreation area will be quick to agree that the creek produces some of the coldest water in our neck of the woods. And what better means of cooling one’s self after embarking upon a journey along the Charlton Trail? The designated path begins within sight of the Charlton swimming area and makes a 4-mile journey that eventually ends at Crystal Springs Recreation area. Hikers, of course, are welcomed, but the trail is a popular route for mountain biking enthusiasts. Those not wishing to embark upon the entire 8-mile round trip will be glad to know that the path crosses a forest road at about 2 miles into the trip and is a great marker where one can turn around and return to the starting point. The recreation area is a great destination for those who are interested in camping, and also sports potable water, flush toilets, a picnic pavilion and a
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sanitary dump station. Let’s head a little farther west for our next swimming destination. Shady Lake is also a result of the CCC efforts during the Great Depression, and was built in 1937. The 25-acre lake is fed by Saline Creek and sports a dam that is even more impressive than the one located at Charlton. In fact, water pouring over the dam produces a beautiful waterfall, especially during the wetter seasons of the year. The Shady Lake trail meanders alongside the shoreline of the 25-acre lake and through the woods during its 3.2-mile journey back to the camping area. Although the hike is not overly strenuous, it lends to more than enough activity to deem the swimming area a welcomed sight. And let’s not forget the fishing opportunities awaiting those who carry along a small boat or kayak. And those who are in for an extended stay among Mother Nature might consider taking advantage of the campsites that are located at the facility. However, one would suspect that mosquitoes and other nagging critters come out by the hoards after dark during this time of the year. However, those embarking upon an overnighter at Shady Lake will be privy to flush toilets and potable water. To get to Shady Lake, take Highway 70 west of Glenwood and take a right onto Highway 84. Turn northwest onto Highway 246 at Athens. From 246, turn right onto Forest Road 8 at the Shady Lake sign and travel about 3 miles to the recreation area. Now let’s head in an eastward direction, to a quaint recreation area located in the
enjoy the wonderful outdoors during the brunt of summer. eastern section of the Ouachita National Forest. Although nestled in the forest, Lake Sylvia is not hard to find. Simply take Highway 5 north of Hot Springs and turn left onto Highway 9 at the Crow community. Take Highway 9 to Williams Junction and turn left onto Highway 9/10. Travel north and turn left onto Highway 324 at 9 miles south of Perryville. Follow 324 for 4 miles and the recreation area’s entrance will be located on the left. We’ll begin here with yet another short walk before cooling ourselves. The interpretive trail lends to an easy trek though an area that is bountiful with plants and trees. But this short path is also a great destination for those who are intrigued
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with mushrooms. In fact, I can recall previously hiking this path with a mycologist, and was amazed at the variance of fungi we found during our half-day excursion into this section of the forest. The short hike should be enough to provide ample exercise to coax one into taking a swim. But if not, the Ouachita National Trail System is not much more than a stone’s throw from the facility, and is more than enough to send one searching for the cool and refreshing waters of the 18-acre lake. The swimming area sports an impressive concrete diving platform and seems to be well received by many of the folks who visit this particular recre-
ation area. The facility is also designed with camping in mind and the small reservoir is a reputable fishery. Lake Sylvia is a popular destination, and for good reason. The facility sports 22 campsites, 14 of which have electricity. Picnickers will have 36 sites to choose from and visitors will likely enjoy the luxuries of flush toilets, showers and water fountains and hydrants. The aforementioned facilities are but a few of the swimming destinations located in our neck of the woods. So let’s not let the heat beat us. Let’s get out there and submerge ourselves in some of the cool, fresh waters that cut their way through the jagged substrate that we refer to as the Ouachita Mountains.
through Dec. 31. “As soon as a fawn is born, you have this social grooming by the mother. If she is positive, she could be infecting her offspring. If she is negative, then it could be the environment that is infecting the deer,” Gray said. “In the chronic wasting disease management zones, we have prohibited feeding of animals. Try to avoid congregating animals. You can bait for the intent to harvest.
We are considering bait as a tool to remove animals.” Chronic wasting disease was first discovered in 1967 in Wisconsin and was initially thought of as a western disease. Arkansas is now the 24th state to have the disease and out of 266 white-tailed deer sampled, 62 deer or 23 percent tested positive. States like Missouri and Illinois only have a one percent prevalence rate of CWD.
opening for Tedeschi Trucks Band, they will bring it back home to the state of Arkansas. Known as one of the last remaining blues men of his day, Grammy Award nominee Davis continues to inspire fans with his musical abilities and dedication to the music industry, the release said. Spa City Blues Society will celebrate the future generation of the blues with
the Blues in the Schools act, the Spa City Youngbloods. Led by instructor Sherree Hughes, the band continues to have successful gigs playing throughout various venues across the southeast United States while gaining a following due to their ambition, talent and dedication to the blues, the release said. Visit http://www.spacityblues.org to purchase tickets or for more information.
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passed to other deer or elk if an infected deer urinates on a plant and another deer consumes the plant. It can be spread through saliva, urine and feces and, in an attempt to slow the spreading, AGFC has prohibited the baiting of animals prior to the opening of deer season in Boone, Carroll, Johnson, Logan, Madison, Marion, Newton, Pope, Searcy and Yell counties. Baiting is allowed only from Sept. 1
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Jason Willmon will perform, along with vocalist-guitarist Chad Carter’s delta blues band Unseen Eye. Both acts have gained a massive following due to each act’s musical successes over the past several years, the release said. CeDell Davis and Brethren will be another addition to the Hot Springs Blues Festival. After playing a run of shows while