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25/ Things To Do 28/ Notes from the Clearing WinterLand Wonder

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Bob Ford and Jesse James

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Caroline Beauchamp is a local insurance agent for M & P Insurance & Investment Services. She offers personalized life and health insurance solutions and is known for her widely-published informational column, ‘Caroline, Can We Talk?’.

Kacey Clare Burge received her Master’s degree in Professional Writing from Chatham University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2011. Relocating to Tampa, Florida proffered the opportunity to write for a Southwest Florida lifestyles magazine.

Her outstanding work won her the attention of editors and readers alike, prompting her to be featured in REAL Magazine as a contributing copy writer and editor. She has also done work as a debt content writer for a financial advice website and had a successful freelance career for several years. Kacey spends most of her free time with her husband and three rescue dogs, enjoying the outdoors and exploring what the state of Arkansas has to offer.

Kristi Price is on staff with Fellowship Bible Church of Batesville as Ministry Coordinator. She enjoys conversations about community and connection, and she loves small town living. Kristi is married and mother to three children.

Chad Grigsby is a church planting strategist with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Chad is a graduate of Williams Baptist College and Mid-America Seminary. He is passionate about seeing the gospel become central in the life of every Christian and in every church. Before joining the convention he was a church planter and Pastor for Teaching and Shepherding at Compass Church in Batesville for 6 years. Chad also served at a church plant in the Memphis, TN area. Chad enjoys running, cycling, and watching soccer. He lives with his wife Jessica and son Ezra in Northwest Arkansas.

Caitlyn Robillard is an aspiring writer on the search for the most fascinating and inspiring stories that the world has to offer. She spends most of her time as freelance artist and blogging at a-place-calledthere.blogspot.com. The moments which she’s not in creativity mode are spent with books, films, traveling, and surrounding herself with interesting people.

Leigh Keller is a high school guidance counselor and colorguard instructor at Batesville High School. She is the director of the BHS Glass Slipper Project. Leigh lives in Batesville with her son, Cole, and a pack of dogs.

Tanner Smith is a native of Manila, Arkansas. He has written movie reviews for the T Tauri Galaxy (www. ttauri.org/galaxy) for several years and is a five year veteran of the T Tauri Movie Camp. He has made a number of films, ranging from horror to documentary, and has won awards in filmmaking and screenwriting.

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Editor’s Note

Warmth in the Cold Joseph Thomas

All the signs seem to be pointing to a long hard winter....I hope it is one we can all enjoy safely on our travels to and fro. In the light of so many reasons to cherish life and one another in our community as of late, we hope for healing in this difficult time and extend our photo by Robert O. Seat love for every person that makes up this unique and beautiful county. This is a region of caring neighbors with so many hands extended to help during times of trouble as well as better days when the work is for simple recreation.

Independence holds a warm place in our hearts and the lights that make up this county are from the people that shine so bright in it.

Eye On will Cover just a sampling of the powerful women that call Independence home in 2016. For any of you we may miss, please know that you are seen and recognized, we just don’t have enough covers to show you all.

The pages beyond hold the Foreman - Dunegan wedding, my Cover Story on our first powerful woman, Freda Cruse Hardison shares what she has learned about Bob Ford and Jesse James through writing her new book and Leigh Keller share her experience with the 31 Day No Spending Challenge. Kristi Price shares how she managed this year’s Operation Christmas Child shopping with her children, we have Notes from the Clearing, Faces, Things To Do and much more to share with you in this last month of 2015.

We hope you enjoy, we thank you again and invite you to grab one of our 2015 Holiday Guide to help you shop local and have a very, Merry Christmas!

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Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista 31 Day No Spend Challenge Leigh Keller

Since I have changed my ways and become a frugalista, instead of a fashionista, I recently took on the 31 Day No Spend Challenge (livingwellspendingless. com). It sounds much more painful than it was, although I did have to kind of make some odd meals towards the end (I live with a chicken nugget connoisseur, so pleasing his taste buds can get a little complicated).

The entire premise of the challenge was to retrain yourself to understand how much you spend on things you simply want, instead of need. You can pay your regular bills, like your mortgage, car and utility bills, but you need to cook at home, avoid buying expensive coffee drinks (or the afternoon Sonic drink, my weakness) and simply learn to enjoy staying at home and not indulging yourself every day.

The first day of the challenge was to clean your house, yikes. The blog provided room by room guides on what exactly you needed to be doing. At the end of the day, I am accustomed to doing sweeps of rooms (a good habit I had to learn as a mommy) to grab items and place them at least in the room where they belong.

I did the 40 bags in 40 days challenge last year, and to my own amazement, my house just keeps getting dirty!

I blame the miniature version of myself who brings home constant paper and trinkets (and his Nana and Papa, let’s be honest).

In the midst of this challenge, my washing machine died, I discovered a huge water leak under my sunroom (my home is about 100 years old, so when water was added, there was not a sunroom), my dishwasher died, and my giant dog ran through my sunroom door trying desperately to catch one of the many stray cats loitering outside. To say this was a happy month for us would be a large stretch of the imagination. Living in a one income household means that you learn to do without some things right now, to get to what you want

eventually. So, I figure that doing my dishes the old fashioned way will work until I have enough in savings for that new dishwasher. Cole actually thinks it is fun to help (I realize this will change when he is not five years old anymore). My parents were able to locate an appliance repairman in town to fix my washing machine cheaply, and my door has been repaired to last until we can get a new one.

I learned a great deal about myself from this challenge, although I thought I was already frugal.

Would it be easier to run my kid through Sonic for a corndog rather than cooking supper? Yes. But I would rather save all of those extra dollars and get him some nice Christmas gifts and pay off a couple of looming bills. I would encourage all of you to try the challenge (maybe in January, when the dust settles and the Christmas bills roll in) and take a look at your life.

Change is so very difficult, but absolutely worth it in the long run. *No stray cats have ever been harmed by my giant dog. They are much smarter than him.

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Eye On Cover Story Powerful Women Joseph Thomas

Let me begin with an observation, a statement to preface a collection of wonderfully creative, capable women who happen to be local entrepreneurs and powerhouses that I am glad to have met. My observations leave me with a look at the failings of men, all too often. It is a shocking and egregious position that we put most women in on a regular basis, as if they aren’t smart or capable enough to do the same jobs. As if they couldn’t possibly give as much care and quality to a position as any man would do.

If most of the men that feel this way weren’t raised by smart capable women, I might understand their swayed opinion. I am always appalled, but also filled with hope, for instance that such recent, blatant and male ego driven rants that the courage of women like Jessica Mendoza can awaken, can also bring attention to women’s equality or more precisely, the lack thereof. If Mendoza was the first female interested enough in baseball to desire to make those energetic calls during a Major League game, I would simply say, “Well done,” because she called with the confidence and knowledge one would hope to hear from a Major League announcer. However, I do not believe she is the first woman to be interested enough to want to be a Major League Baseball Announcer, anymore than I believe that Rosa Parks was the first woman that didn’t want to have to change bus seats simply because it was expected by the white society that made the rules.

As a father, I am saddened that my beautiful and capable daughters will have to encounter such egotistical chauvinist along the way to where ever they strive to climb; As a husband, I know that my wife is so very capable of such brilliance and power, that I fully support any and every endeavor she decides to take on; As a son, I am disheartened that my mother may have ever felt second place or lessor than due to her gender in the work place or any other arena; As a male who fully believes in equality in gender, race and sexual preference, I am saying that we all need to stand up and change this outdated way of thinking together. Considering the united states was founded on July 4th 1776, and understandably giving our forefathers a few years to rid this newly founded Republic of any unforeseen bugs, it still confounds me that it was June 4, 1919 that our congress finally considered women equal enough to vote (with some minor ratification that took another whole year to give women that right). Did it take women that long to evolve into the amazing creatures that surround us today? I’m pretty sure that is not the case.

So, why do they now, in 2015, only make $.70 to a man’s $1.00? Honestly? What confounds me the most, is that I believe the majority of you out there feel the same way, so why can we not seem to change this state of affairs?

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who make a difference in our community. But, I wanted to start out with a powerhouse that I know very well, the founder and creative mind behind the beginning of Eye On Magazine. Kimberlee Dannette Newman Thomas is so many wonderful things all in one, a complex spiritual mind, a brilliant business women, a tender and compassionate mother and a most supportive and confident wife.

She gives much credit to Mr. Bud Black of Newport for teaching her about the business of advertising and giving her a chance when there weren’t many around.

She did begin selling long before she met Black, however, when she sold Christmas Cards at the age of five for candy money. Her father worked for the Governor of Oklahoma before becoming an Oklahoma State Trooper. Her mother a woman of business in her own right handled accounting, insurance and payroll among other diverse jobs for several companies (typically taking on more jobs at her employers request with no raise in pay). In any case, Kimberlee had examples of success to draw from.

She danced in high school with the Lions of Chandler, Oklahoma, drove a stick shift up and down a hill to school, enduring the embarrassment of not having mastered the stick; awe, those character builders. As she became a mother and learned that schtick, she coached softball for a season, chaperoned many school trips and began directing for her ASUN theatre under the tutilage of Professor Bruce Smock. She directed and acted in Thurberesque and co-directed Goodbye Charlie. I tried out for Goodbye Charlie at the request of Professor Smock while attending his Oral Communications class and landed the lead...I got to play Tony Curtis...well, the same character anyway. I was fortunate that Kimberlee was there, I had not recieved the lines and knew nothing of the material when I auditioned.

Kimberlee thought I showed some talent and asked me and Smock for a re-read. I studied those lines very seriously after receiving the part, for I wanted to make Kimberlee feel she’d made a worthy choice, as well as Professor Smock.

It was a beautiful experience and the only acting I’ve ever done (on stage anyway), and by the end Kimberlee (who played Charlie to my Georgie), and I were smitten with one another. That was September 2004 and eleven years later, I am here sharing just how amazing she is and to do her justice, I did ask for help. I will finish up this story with some comments from her friends in business and in life.

Let me first say that she has a great head for business, she is fair minded, quickly compassionate, goes to great lengths for quality and is humble to all. She is humorous and has an honesty that allows her to tell clients when our expertise will not work for them. I love her for that dignity that won’t allow the desire to make money overshadow that honesty and for being the powerhouse that she is. She has an inner compass and knack for navigation that befuddles me. She has an innate ability to know how things should be built,

whether she has ever done it or not (this can be frustrating for a novice carpenter, but you can’t argue with the truth... for very long). I continue to try and figure out how to allow her to see herself through my eyes, because she would never doubt herself again. The way she looks at me still, tells me that I shouldn’t doubt myself and I trust her, and so my confidence has soared in her presence. I wish this for you all. To see yourself through someone else’s eyes.

You are all beautiful and powerful in your own ways with your own equally important story. But, especially for all the women living within a history of being told you aren’t quite equal to the men around you. That, I hope we can change in this century. It is far too late, but better late than never. So, women, please believe in yourself as I do, change what you need to change for yourself and allow your passions and light to shine through so we may see you. You are far taller than you’ve ever known. All the men you’ve ever known, know this, some of them just fear that you may be taller than they.

Okay, my soapbox is pulled away and let me tell you, Kimberlee, how very much you are loved with a little help from our friends: Stephanie Isaacs - “When I think of Kimberlee I think of her positivity and perseverance. And I always think of her first as a mother.. A great one...”

Cindy Black - “I have never seen Kimberlee NOT smiling and that makes her nice to be around! I know that is a double negative, but it is true, nonetheless.”

David Black - “Most affectionately known as Berlee, this young lady was instrumental in helping get our Cable 15 TV channel up and running. She was there at a time when we needed her the most. Her smile and laughter are both contagious. She was so important to our company but she was and is way more important because of her friendship . She is a real trooper who we love and respect very much.”

Janell Shell - “Kimberlee is a wonderful example of someone who pours her heart and soul into something.

When she truly believes in it, she goes after it with all she has. When she believes in you, you feel like you have super powers. She treasures her family, that is certain and she loves her community. She genuinely cares for people and acquantainces become work relationships. Her work relationships quickly become friends. She celebrates victories with vivacious love. She sees the good in people and the brightness of their future.

When Kimberlee and Joseph celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Chill Factory her tears were an emotional outpouring of the feelings she could not give words to. She was overjoyed. Blessed with a supportive husband who has been there for her mentally, emotionally and working with her side by side. Blessed with friends she has made along the way. Excitement for a new adventure that started out with just a dream.

She is enjoying life as she goes, every bump, every turn, every mountain, every sunrise. Every day a new day with new adventures.”

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Natalie Cox - “Kimberlee ... Was there to help whenever I was new to the business owner world .. Always supportive and very helpful.. Never left me out ! She was very encouraging when I first started this crazy venture (meaning her amazing restaurant Natalies)!! Love her to pieces!”

Dennis Headtrick - “When first I saw Kimberlee, I was captivated by her beauty. When first I visited with her, she impressed me with her quick wit, intelligence, and easy manner. Now, I am blessed to call her ‘friend’ and can attest to her compassion, humility, and love of life.”

Missy Aaron - “Kimberlee is not just a pretty lady who is always ready to greet everyone with a great smile, in spite of whatever may be going on behind the scenes in her world... But a truly caring, warm and genuinely nice person who will succeed in any endeavor due to her diligence and tenacious work ethic!”

Brenda Wilson - “I was fortunate enough to meet Berlee shortly after she moved here. I thank God everyday for sending a friend such as her into my life. Hard working, devoted woman who loves her family and friends unconditionally. The world is a better place with Berlee in it!”

Michelle Reichardt - “When I first met Kimberlee I was struck by her warmth and her sincere interest in others. In those first few encounters I learned about her passion for her family, especially her “White Knight”, and we shared our wedding photos, school pictures of our children, and more recently, her grand babies. I think it is that easy like-ability and grace that makes her exceptional both in a business role, and in friendship.

I recently sat with her at a Conference for Women, where she shared with me that her life had been pretty crazy recently with her multiple roles of Entrepreneurship, family life, friendship. You would never have known it as she was still the warm, smiling, engaging, graceful Kimberlee. If anything she was even more likable at that moment for her honesty, but that is just her way.”

Cathy Drew - “When Joseph asked me if I would mention something about Kimberlee for this issue of Eye on Independence, I was very excited! Many times the people behind the scenes of publications like this are overlooked and they work very hard to tell the interesting stories about other people in the community but as time goes by they are overlooked! Kimberlee is such a nice person and works very hard to make sure Independence County is well represented in their free publication. She is active in the area and even serves up that scrumptious yogurt we all love at the ice cream shop on Main! I think it is very fitting to honor Kimberlee Thomas and let her know how much we appreciate her sweet personality, warm smile and hard work to make Independence County

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a better place! We appreciate you Kimberlee and hope you keep up the good work in our community!”

Scott Lancaster - “I still remember the first time I met Kimberlee. It was at a business after hours that Scott Wood/Stanley Wood were hosting shortly after Alisa and I moved to BATESVILLE. Within 20 minutes Kimberlee had me sold on advertising in Eye on Independence. Her enthusiasm and obvious belief in the value of her own product made me want to be a part of it. As I have gotten to know her and Joseph, and in my interaction with her, I have found her integrity, sincerity, passion for her community, willingness to work hard, and professionalism to be a wonderful combination. Being willing to step out and take the risk that her and Joseph have taken in a stab at dreaming of a business on Main Street, building that business and then doing so well as to play such a vital role in our main street revitalization speaks volumes. In short, she’s a great person, and a great member of our community… She is a difference maker.”

Mrs. Linda Jobe - “How thrilled I was to be asked my thougths of Kimberlee just before her birthday, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Even though I have known her only a few short years, Kimberlee has become not only a devoted friend but she has ‘taken a part of my heart’ I felt the kindred spirit from the beginning and felt as though she was ‘a member of my family’ from day one----! Why?--- I don’t really know ---and probably won’t in this life anyway.

When I saw Kimberlee with Joseph for the first time, it was like seeing a shining star overshadowing their surroundings. It was evident they were deeply in love.

This love seemed almost magical even though surmounted with the many obstacles they faced. But, watching from afar----their spiritual closeness was constant and the ‘star’ continued glowing brighter with every difficult decision they encountered. Nothing could stop the love affair that was truly meant to be-----it was a union blessed! It was inspiring to witness their commitment to love and family.

I only wish I had been able to see the exciting wedding in Scotland! Glorious, indeed!!!!

Kimberlee, from what I have witnessed---- in everything you do, you it with your heart from motherhood, work commitments to--- of course, your devotion to Joseph. I wish for you all the love, happiness, contentment, health, wealth----and blessings Our Lord can bestow upon you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIMBERLEE! I LOVE YOU!” Okay, so Kimberlee didn’t know anything about this and if she hasn’t thrashed me by now, perhaps she enjoyed my perspective, but I would lean towards believing that she so loved the warm words from friends that she stayed her hand. Thank you all for helping me to let Kimberlee see herself through the eyes of others . We are, most of us, too hard on ourselves when we catch ourselves being human.

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Your Auto Insurance Questions Answered Auto Smarts You know you need car insurance, but do you know what the typical car insurance policy covers? Do you know the difference between the named insured and a listed driver? What happens when a teen comes of driving age? How can you benefit if you have multiple drivers with different policies under the same roof? Why should you care about bundling? Here is some information to help you with these questions.

1. My teenage son is having trouble getting auto insurance.

What can I do to help?

For younger drivers just starting out, trying to secure an auto insurance policy on their own can be a challenge. Generally, one of two scenarios will play out: they’ll either be denied coverage or will have to pay very high premium rates. A cost-efficient way to get coverage can be through their parent’s policy, which may can help them get covered for less and may even help discount their parents rate.

2. We have multiple drivers with individual policies living under one roof. Is there a way we can save money on coverage?

One solution to consider is combining more than one car on a single policy. Doing so, the entire household can pay less for their combined coverage with a single rate for all drivers, instead of each driver paying for individual coverage.

3. What happens when I add a driver as to my policy? Is there a difference between adding them as a named insured compared to a listed driver?

A named insured is the person who the insurance policy is issued for, who has legal rights and responsibilities related to the policy. A listed driver is just a person listed on the policy who

is allowed to drive a vehicle. The policyholder (named insured) can make changes to the policy, a listed driver cannot.

4. How can I benefit by bundling multiple types of policies with the same insurer?

There are many opportunities to save when you bundle coverage.

For instance, when you bundle multiple Farmers insurance policies along with your Auto insurance, you may become eligible for multi-policy discounts that can add up to valuable savings on all of your Farmers policies.

It also provides your agent more opportunities to obtain better pricing and coverage options to fit your lifestyle, and saves you time managing multiple policies all in one place.

To get answers to questions like these and many more, talk to a Farmers agent. They can help answer any questions you may have, explain your available auto insurance options and discuss all discounts for which you are eligible.

The information contained here is for informational purposes only. The information is provided by Farmers and its partners, and while we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to this article or the information, products, services or related graphics, if any, contained in this article for any purpose.

The information is not meant as professional or expert advice, and any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

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Ozark Foothills FilmFest Joins Film Festival Collective Judy Pest The Ozark Foothills FilmFest proudly announces a partnership with the Film Festival Collective. The XFINITY On Demand program will feature short films and other quality content from a variety of film festivals across the Eastern United States. The program spans thirteen states and is available to millions of XFINITY customers in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

The Ozark Foothills FilmFest is an eclectic celebration of the cinema arts that takes place each spring in the rolling hills of the Ozark foothills. It is one of extremely few film festivals taking place in a truly rural community and has received annual funding from the National Endowment for the Arts for thirteen consecutive years. The festival screens narrative and documentary films of all lengths, as well as curated foreign language films and rediscovered American classics. The 15th annual Ozark Foothills FilmFest will take place April 1-2 and April 8-9, 2016 in Batesville, Arkansas.

Filmmakers who participated in previous editions of the Ozark Foothills FilmFest will work with the organization to lend their works to the On Demand collection for a limited time. “We’re excited to be a part of the Film Festival Collective,” said Judy Pest, Executive Director of the FilmFest. “Our fans will get the chance to revisit favorite movies from past events, and our filmmakers will be able to reach a new audience.” Films from the festival to be included in the Collective will stretch across genre lines including animation, comedy,

documentary, drama, horror, and beyond.

All Film Festival Collective content will be available at no additional cost to XFINITY subscribers within the region. The program is available on both the original Comcast On Demand platform as well as the new X1 platform. With X1, subscribers can access content using voice commands on their X1 remote control.

Although individual film festivals supply their own unique film content, the entire program is curated by the Atlanta Film Festival (ATLFF). A 40-year-old Academy Award-qualifying film festival located in Georgia’s capital city, ATLFF is one of the oldest and largest festivals in the Southeast and has become known for its strong short film programming. In addition, ATLFF has enjoyed over six years in partnership with Comcast, including previous On Demand platforms.

Twelve festivals join ATLFF in the Collective: Charleston International Film Festival, Homespun Series, Indie Grits Film Festival, Indie Memphis Film Festival, Knoxville Film Festival, Macon Film Festival, Nashville Film Festival, Out on Film, Oxford Film Festival, Ozark Foothills FilmFest, Philadelphia Film Festival and Sarasota Film Festival.

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Community Welcomes White River Health System’s Newest Healtcare Professionals at Business After Hours Jamie Beck

Business After Hours was hosted by White River Heath System and co-sponsored by Edward Jones on Tuesday, October 27 in the Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging Conference Center.

At the event White River Health System (WRHS) CEO Gary Bebow introduced the newest additions to the WRHS team of healthcare professionals and encouraged the community to welcome them to the White River Health System and the Batesville Area.

Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce President/ CEO Crystal Johnson said of the event,"White River Health System always hosts a great Business After Hours event, and we were glad that Edward Jones helped make it even more successful this year. The business community has a wonderful networking opportunity with Business After Hours events. The Chamber is lucky to have members such as White River Health System and Edward Jones who understand the importance of fostering existing professional relationships and creating new ones."

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WRMC Hires Veterans/ Best Friends Sheila Mace

It’s been more than 12 years since Joshua Morrison and Robert Martineau served as Military Policeman in the US Army together. First meeting in Fort Stewart, Georgia, then serving together at the Pentagon in 2001. Morrison and Martineau decided to get out of the service and move in the direction of social work at the end of their military commitment. “We traded in our badges and side arms for licenses and replaced standard operating procedures with creating treatment plans,” Morrison stated. White River Medical Center (WRMC) has hired veterans Martineau and Morrison to fill important roles as social workers in Senior Haven, the inpatient geriatric and adult inpatient psychiatric units respectively. As Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Martineau and Morrison provide group and individual therapy, as well as, helping patients and families create a plan for ongoing support after hospitalization.

Senior Haven, WRMC’s geriatric unit, establishes and maintains an environment of healing for senior adults affected by emotional or behavioral conditions.

The primary goal is to improve each patient’s quality of life by addressing the emotional, psychological and social needs of older adults. Through individual care plans designed to meet the unique needs of each patient, family involvement, education for the patient and their families, and comprehensive discharge planning, Senior Haven provides the opportunity for each patient to develop living skills to enjoy their senior years in the home environment best suited to their needs and overall health. Senior Haven addresses symptoms such as confusion, depression, dementia, poor appetite and sleep issues, medication misuse and significant behavioral changes.

Martineau said, “The best part of my job is that I am a part of a team that helps people who may be ignored and who may need the most help. The families feel so helpless and don’t know what to do about their loved ones. I assist them in understanding dementia and help walk them through the process of either taking them home or finding them placement in the appropriate setting.”

WRMC’s adult psychiatric unit is an inpatient program for individuals experiencing depression, schizophrenia, suicidal/homicidal thoughts or other mental illnesses. The program is designed to give clients the encouragement and tools needed to improve their overall quality of life. The treatment team aims to help clients develop interpersonal communication skills and positive relationship skills to regain healthy lifestyles and routines.

“I believe God had me reach out to him about the position. He is an amazing therapist, and I had a feeling there was a much larger reason than simply filling a void,” said Shay Hegarty, the director of the unit. “I think he was placed here to do great things for so many other people.”

Cooperation is one of the most important characteristics to a well-functioning unit, and Hegarty has assembled a high performing department with a commitment to teamwork.

“I have been blessed to be able to work with some of the most caring and compassionate professionals. We, as a team, make a client’s time spent on our unit feel

comfortable, positive and worthwhile,” Morrison said.

The transition from soldier to civilian can be challenging at times in many different ways. In the military, life is very structured and individuality is frowned upon, whereas civilian life allows more freedom to become anything you aspire to be. Because of their background, Martineau and Morrison have collaborated several times with patients who are fellow veterans, guiding them in a more successful direction. “Sometimes all it takes is a couple of former soldiers getting together and talking things out with each other,” Martineau stated.

Transition is difficult for many different people, not just veterans. Martineau and Morrison have been asked to be special consultants and assist other facets of the hospital in important areas such as discharge planning, assessing patients and palliative care to help patients and families facing life changing decisions. Palliative care focuses on providing patients with relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, while its goal is to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.

Whatever the task may be, Martineau and Morrison are up to the challenge. “It’s nice to work for an organization that supports hiring veterans,” says Martineau. Morrison states in closing, “Living life as a soldier impacted my life a great deal. It was very influential in making me the man I am today. However, aside from fathering my son, Jeremy, I have never been a part of something more special and more important to my community than my work with clients at White River Medical Center.”

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Joshua Morrison during his military service

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Dear Public Safety Partner Back in April of this year, I wrote you regarding the things that the Independence County Sheriff’s Department Community Relations Team had been able to accomplish during our first six months with the assistance of our Public Safety Partners. We have now been in operation for a year, and have a number of exciting things to report since my last letter.

Perhaps most importantly, with the support of our Public Safety Partners, we were able to send over a dozen of our officers through advanced active shooter training to become certified instructors. The ALICE Program is recognized as the leading active shooter program in the country, and many of the officers noted afterward that it was some of the best training they have ever received.

We were then able to take our training and present active shooter programs to the faculty, staff, and administrators of the Batesville School District, Cedar Ridge School District, and Southside School District.

Our Arkansas Attorney General, Leslie Rutledge, joined us for our inaugural active shooter program which we presented in August to the Batesville School District.

This training is the best in the country, and will save lives in the event we ever have a situation at one of our schools where this training has been presented.

We have also presented the training to several of our local business entities at their request, and are in the process of scheduling several more. Additionally, the active shooter training program will be presented to UACCB in January of 2016.

We have conducted two Ladies Hands on SelfDefense classes since my previous letter, with over 120 attendees. Prior to those classes, we were able to send two of our officers, Training Sergeant Brian Luetschwager and Detective Sergeant Shane Meyer, to an advanced Krav Maga self-defense course. Again, the support and assistance of our Public Safety Partners made the training of these two officers possible. They were then able to incorporate aspects of that training into our ladies self-defense classes. This advanced selfdefense training will also be taught throughout the department by Sergeants Luetschwager and Meyer to the patrol officers and other department personnel.

We have also had the privilege of going to a couple of the schools to present programs to a number of our elementary students, and are scheduled in the near future to make presentations to our local Boy Scout troops of various aspects related to law enforcement.

The programs are always fun, and it is great to see the young people and officers have an opportunity to interact with each other in a positive environment.

Most recently, we held a youth oriented trap tournament, which resulted in 22 teams consisting of 110 shooters participating. Over half of the participants were youth shooters from our various high schools who shot on teams that were sponsored by many of our local businesses. The tournament was a huge success, and we had a great time watching the 18 .....and a Happy New Year!

youths and a number of our officers spending time together, shooting on some of the same teams, and in most cases watching the youth out-shoot us.

Our charitable foundation was also able to purchase much-needed equipment for our Dive Team, and send the dive officers through their annual certification training. One of the fun activities the dive team participated in this summer was escorting the Boy Scouts on their annual float trip down the White River. The presence of the dive team added a significant measure of safety to the event, while once again providing fun interaction between youth and our officers in a positive environment.

We have also been able to purchase emergency medical trauma kits for the officers, shirts for our SWAT team members, and other much needed equipment for the SWAT team.

I have had the privilege of training with the SWAT team since January of this year, and I have seen firsthand the professionalism, expertise, and commitment that these officers have toward protecting our community in those situations where special weapons and tactics are called for.

In summary, it has been a very successful and productive past six months since my last letter, and a great year overall, with all aspects of our Mission Statement being accomplished. However, I believe that we have even greater opportunities for the future, and in the coming year, starting with the expansion of our Team.

At the time the Independence County Sheriff’s Department Community Relations Team was formed, the Batesville Police Department did not exist, and the City of Batesville’s law enforcement needs were provided by the county pursuant to an interlocal agreement. The interlocal agreement was abolished this past summer, and the Batesville Police Department started operation as an independent agency.

Because the purpose of the Community Relations Team is to serve all residents of our county, regardless of whether they live in a municipality or in the county, it is appropriate now that the Batesville Police Department is fully operational, that the mission and scope of the Community Relations Team be modified accordingly.

I have had the opportunity to visit in detail with the leadership of the Batesville Police Department, and they are excited about the opportunity to become a part of the Community Relations Team, and to participate in the various programs, events, and other efforts that further our mission of better connecting our community with its law enforcement agencies and officers.

I have enclosed with this letter a copy of the modified Mission Statement, which expands the scope of the Community Relations Team, and which, effective November 1, 2015, appropriately changes the name to the “Law Enforcement Community Relations Team” to reflect that the Team efforts will be directed toward

serving all residents and all law enforcement officers and agencies within our county-wide community, including the City of Batesville. The professionalism and expertise of the Batesville City Police Officers will be a tremendous additional asset to the Community Relations Team, and to our residents. We are also excited to announce that Batesville Police Chief Alan Cockrill has agreed to accept a position as one of the Directors on our Foundation Board. Chief Cockrill’s expertise and leadership will play an important role in us being able to take our Community Relations Team to the next level, and even better serve the residents of our community.

If you have an interest in having any type of program conducted at your place of business, we will be happy to work with you to tailor a program that best fits the needs of your particular business or industry. Likewise, should you ever have an interest in coming out and observing the operations of either of the departments, we would be glad to have you participate in a ride along with an officer. If you have any questions or would like to visit further about the Law Enforcement Community Relations Team, or the 501(c)3 Public Safety Partners Foundation we have established, please do not hesitate to contact any of the team members.

Thank you so much for your support and partnership which has made possible the things

discussed in my letters, and which have been such a benefit to our residents and law enforcement officers.

We obviously could not do it without you!

Sincerely, Sgt. Scott Lancaster Law Enforcement Community Relations Team Law Enforcement Community Relations Team Mission Statement The purpose and mission of the Law Enforcement Community Relations Team is to enhance the community’s knowledge of, involvement in, and support for all law enforcement agencies within Independence County, Arkansas. The Team’s efforts will focus on improving public awareness of the various operations of the law enforcement agencies within Independence County, promoting the safety of our residents through various educational programs and events, soliciting public involvement and support for the agencies and their officers through increased positive interaction between the public and the agencies, and assisting in providing the officers the resources needed to most effectively serve and protect our residents.

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WRMC Maternity Implements New Security Precautions

Annie Solis Family-centered care is important at White River Medical Center, but even more important is the safety and security of its littlest patients: newborns. As a precaution to better protect infants, WRMC has implemented a new security protocol in the Maternity Unit. The unit is now locked at all times.

Family and friends visiting patients in the Maternity Unit must call the staff using the intercom located outside the doors at each entrance to the unit, and give the name of the person they are visiting. Once inside, approved visitors will receive a pass, granting them access to the unit.

Cameras have been placed at each entrance so unit staff can monitor closely those who enter and exit.

In some instances, patients wish to remain confidential and are not listed on the patient roster. If patients who wish to remain listed as confidential want visitors, they must provide those visitors with a special patient code. Visitors of patients listed as confidential will not be allowed access to the unit without the code.

“We are doing our best to accommodate the friends and family of our mothers, but our first priority is ensuring our babies remain safe and healthy,” said Tammy Gavin, Chief Clinical Officer. “We appreciate the public’s cooperation and patience as we implement our new infant security precautions.”

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Smith’s Verdict ****

Y tu mamá también

Reviewed by Tanner Smith Describing the premise doesn’t necessarily describe the film. In the case of “Y tu mamá también,” its basic premise can be described like so: two horny teenage boys embark on a road trip with an attractive, older woman and learn a thing or two about life, friendship, sex, and each other. To call this film a “teen drama” in that regard is to call “Hoop Dreams” a “basketball movie.” It’s technically true, but doesn’t give enough reason to see the movie.

“Y tu mamá también,” a Spanish film whose title translates as “And Your Mama Too,” takes place in the summertime in Mexico. Teenage best friends Tenoch (Diego Luna) and Julio (Gael Garcia Bernal), one from a rich family, one from a working-class background, are bored with their routines after their girlfriends left for vacation in Europe. They attend a wedding where they meet a stunning, lively young woman named Luisa (Maribel Verdu) and attempt to flirt with her, which leads to inviting her to come with them to a supposedlysecret beach called Heaven’s Mouth. What they didn’t expect was her accepting the invitation. So, they quickly pack up the car with supplies (including condoms, of course), get a map to the beach they didn’t even think existed, and pick her up to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime.

While on this car trip, the horny teenagers continue to attempt impressing this older, sexually progressive woman with how cool they are and how they’re in control of their own sexuality. Luisa likes to cheerfully tease Tenoch and Julio about their attitudes and methods of living, while also luring them into eroticism. She does this because her husband has been cheating on her and she feels the need to be desired.

What makes Luisa the most interesting character in “Y tu mamá también” is that while doing this, she feels like teaching them something about sex as well. To them, sex is like a sport they win with their girlfriends and they take it (and them) for granted; maybe Luisa can change that and make them see sex as something more special.

Just listen to the premise—two teenage boys embark on a road trip with an attractive, older woman and learn life lessons along the way. This could’ve been made into a conventional mainstream comedy-drama, especially seeing as how this film was released in the early-2000s at a time when most teen films that came out were about grossout gags (sometimes involving

a pie). But listen to the dialogue, written by director Alfonso Cuaron and his brother Carlos…or rather, read the English subtitles over the Spanish dialogue. It looks and sounds like real people talking. The way “Y tu mamá también” is filmed also makes it feel more real, with shaky camera movements and numerous long takes. That, and the film has one of the most frank depictions of sex I’ve ever seen, with characters talking about it in a realistic manner and even showing a lot in graphic detail. There’s plenty of nudity to please any male and/ or female who’s tired of reading subtitles. You don’t see this very often in most films, or least of all, “teen dramas.”

Being a film with a road trip device, it’s a long journey and a worthy destination. Along the way, we as an audience see a lot of Mexico that they drive through. They go through small poor villages, pass police checkpoints, and also come across a roadblock of people stopping oncoming vehicles so they give donations to their queen, who is a girl dressed in white, representing the Virgin. The boys think nothing of it, but Luisa probably sees more to it, as she compliments and embraces the oddities they come across, especially when they finally reach the beach and come across more quirky characters. Why? That’s something I can’t answer right now without giving away something important, but let me just say watching the film again, knowing what you know from the first viewing, makes it more of a story about how you face your own mortality, and how no one should take life for granted.

Throughout the film are times when the sound cuts out and an omnipresent narrator states many background details about the characters and the places they come across on their trip. We realize while listening to it all how much of Mexico we’re seeing and what a message it’s conveying about its unfortunate peasantry left by a successful economy. It becomes even more apparent when the characters arrive at the beach and meet a fisherman named Chuy, and we learn that this “unspoiled paradise” will be purchased as a tourist attraction and Chuy will work as a janitor.

And what exactly do Tenoch and Julio learn after all this?

That’s not really for me to say, but after seeing the ending of “Y tu mamá también,” it might make you want to see it again.

Seeing it once doesn’t quite cut it. I would say that it’s one of those “coming-of-age” films that really has more to say than what its premise might suggest, but honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a film quite like “Y tu mamá también.” N Carlee’s is your Gift Giving and Decorating Headquarters this Holiday Season! receive 20% off your entire purchase when you present this ad at checkout.

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Managing Operation Christmas Child Kristi Price

One of the highlights of the holiday season is packing Operation Christmas Child boxes. This year, instead of taking all three of my children shopping at the same time and trying to frantically fill a cart (ultimately losing track of what exactly is going on, as always happens when kids outnumber parents), I am taking my kids shopping one at a time. We can talk oneon-one about the child we imagine on the other end of the box. We can picture her, think about the path he walks, the school she (hopefully) attends, the well where he draws water. We can choose a dress for her, accessorize it with bows, sunglasses, or an umbrella for the rainy days. We can tuck in some Legos and comfortable shoes for him, include a ball and a puzzle, maybe choose something that brings a light to my own son’s eyes. We are shopping for a child who deserves our best.

It’s easy to just toss plastic in the box and cross categories off a list. It’s easy to dump in all the Happy Meal toys we’ve accumulated over the year. While some of that is cute, let’s be sure to send our very best across the miles and the oceans. And while OCC is now complete as far as box donations go, we have the opportunity to bless our own community children by choosing names off local Angel Trees. While this is quite a bit different from filling a shoe box, the intent is the same: to esteem someone highly enough to give the best we can. Our best isn’t necessarily what’s most

expensive. We give our best when we take time to really understand the needs of the child, to affirm their dignity with gifts that bless and build their self-worth. We will likely never know the impact of these gifts. I think that makes it more imperative than ever that we take our task very, very seriously. Merry Christmas!.

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WRMC Opens Clinic; Kerr Accepting New Patients Annie Solis

White River Medical Center (WRMC) in Batesville With more than 20 years of nursing and healthcare recently opened the WRMC Family Practice Clinic in experience, Kerr is dedicated to providing quality the office that was formerly the practice of Dennis care to her patients, as well as maintaining direct Davidson, MD. Davidson retired in September of this communication with her patients and the healthcare year. Robin Kerr, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse community.

(APRN), is now seeing patients at the “Robin is experienced, compassionate, clinic, which is located at 2000 Harrison and focused on the overall health and Street, Suite D, in Batesville. well-being of her patients,” said Gary She provides primary healthcare to Bebow, White River Health System patients of all ages.

(WRHS) Administrator/CEO. “With her Kerr earned a Bachelor of Science history in the community, she has proven in Nursing and a Master of Science in to be a trusted healthcare provider in the Nursing at the University of Arkansas for area, and we are fortunate to have her at Medical Sciences. She is certified by the WRMC.” American Nurse Credentialing Center and Kerr is accepting new patients. The licensed by the Arkansas State Board of clinic accepts commercial insurance, Nursing.

Medicare, Medicaid, AR Kids, and “I have been providing care to the exchange plans. She sees patients at the residents of this community for several WRMC Family Practice Clinic Monday years, and I am excited about the thru Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. opportunity to continue in my role as Appointments can be made by calling APRN, Robin Kerr provider with the WRMC Family Practice (870) 793-4724.

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Things To Do

Psychology Research Forum Intermediate Research and Senior Internship students will present their work Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Derby Hall Atrium, Room 16 on the Lyon College Campus.

Christmas Tree Lighting and Choral Concert Following the traditional lighting ceremony, at 7 p.m. the Lyon College Concert Chorale and Batesville Choral Society will present, “Nova, Nova!” on December 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Brown Chapel.

Festival of Lessons and Carols December 6 at 4:30 p.m. at the Christian Science Society on College Street, the Batesville Choral Society, other musicians and several readers will present this traditional telling of the birth of Christ.

Batesville Old Time Christmas December 12, noon through midnight on Main Street Batesville, this event will have a Country Craft Fair, Carriage Rides, Street Carolers, Vendors and Santa Claus will appear at the Barnett Building. For more information contact Annette Parmley at 870.307.4069 or email at annetteparmley@att.net.

Cave City Christmas Parade December 12 at 6 p.m.

Local Author Book Signing at Carlee’s Hallmark On Harrison Street December 12th, Stella Mary Hash, will be signing her third book which is entitled “Rise and Shine My Lady Bug.” It concerns the life of her autistic granddaughter. Whitney, her parents, and her family’s journey life is full of love, heartache, and accomplishments. Quote from one reader, Jack Tollett: I laughed, I cried and couldn’t put it down until I finished the book.” Her other two books are Christmas stories. The first one was inspired by her pet donkey, L.J. thus named L.J.’s Special Christmas. It decpicts the adventures of the donkey’s life which leads to him carrying the mother of Jesus to Bethlehem where he reunites with family and is witness to the birth of the Messiah. The second one, “The Christmas Caravan” tells the story of Moses the mouse and his family whose quest for survival leads to friendship with Bazel the camel. Their journey to Bethlehem takes them thru a fearful sandstorm; getting lost in the desert; and finally to stumble into the stable where baby Jesus lies in a manger.

WRHS Golden Age of Hollywood Casino Night Enjoy roulette, black jack, craps, a travel auction and more at the Barnett Building at 267 E. Main on December 31 at 8 a.m. through midnight! Tickets are on sale now for $85 per person. For more details or sponsorship information, contact White River Health System Foundation at 870.262.1035.

Southside HIPPY Program The Southside HIPPY Program is now enrolling 3 and 4 year

in December old children. To participate in this free Kindergarten readiness program, call 870-251-4024. A love of learning begins at home.

Hutchinson Community Center Available The Hutchinson Mountain Community Center at 3370 Camp Tahkodah Road is available for rent by contacting Lea Barber at 870-612-4718.

Alzheimer’s Arkansas Caregiver Support Group of Batesville As a caregiver, family member or friend of someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder, there may be times when you feel overwhelmed or frustrated.

The Caregiver Support Group of Batesville provides an opportunity for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through, others who know just how you feel.

Please join us every second Thursday at 5:45 p.m. in the WRMC Josephine Raye Rogers Women’s Center Conference Center. Contact Deanna Green at 443.651.9686 for more information.

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Ground breaking ceremony for Breck’s RV Park & Country Store located at 897 Batesville Blvd, shown below and top right.

Synergy HR, LLC relocation ribbon cutting at their new office at 3240 Harrison Street in Batesville.

Reaves Named Director at WRMC Annie Solis

Gary L. Bebow, CEO of White River Health System (WRHS), is proud to announce the promotion of Amanda Reaves to Director of WRMC Surgery Clinic, formerly Batesville Surgery and CT Imaging.

As Director, Reaves is responsible for managing and monitoring daily office operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

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six physicians, an Audiologist, and staff, as well as managing clinic finances and general office planning.

Reaves, a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, performed ultrasound exams at White River Medical Center (WRMC) for 12 years. Her first five years were spent in Radiology at WRMC, and past seven years at The Women’s Clinic.

“Amanda possesses many skills that make her an excellent fit for

this position,” said Bebow. “She is very dedicated to our organization, and we are confident in her ability to lead as director.”

Referencing her favorite quote, “Do what you love, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life,” Reaves says she hopes to bring this quote to life and influence those involved in her new journey.

“I am honored to have been chosen to take on this

Kennadi and Ethan Pretty, photo by Stacy Pretty.

Noemi Espericueta removes foils from Osvaldo Espericueta’s hair. Noemi is a student in the University of Arkansas Community College cosmetology program.

Haley Bullard, a student in the UACCB cosmetology program, works on styling hair on a mannequin head.

UACCB cosmetology program extends service hours to the public Hannah Keller

The cosmetology program at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville is extending its service hours to better serve the needs of the community.

“We’ve had a lot of feedback from the public about the need to extend our hours,” said Robi Plumee, cosmetology program director. “This will not only allow us to better serve the needs of the community but will also give our students invaluable hands-on experience.”

The salon in the cosmetology building on campus will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. The salon provides a full range of services including shampooing, haircuts, chemical treatments such as permanents, color services, manicures, pedicures, facials and waxing. All services are provided

responsibility,” said Reaves. “I thank God for giving me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those I come in contact with each and every day.”

She and husband, Brian, live in Batesville.

She has a daughter, Annabelle Reece Dobbins, and two stepsons, Spencer and Austin Reaves.

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by UACCB students under the supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor.

The salon also offers a $2 discount on all services to senior citizens on Wednesdays.

Plumee said the program has experienced rapid growth since its inception, and that the program is currently looking to hire another instructor. The program is now accepting applications for spring classes which begin January 11. Plumee said due to the level of interest, those considering application should apply now.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 870-612-2100. Walk-ins are also welcome. The cosmetology building is located on campus at 2005 White Drive across from the Roy Row, Sr. and Imogene Row Johns Library.

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6th grader at Sulphur Rock Magnet, Nick Fisher, was awarded the Million Word Reader Award by Principal Mrs. Stacey Lindsey (right), and Mrs. Alysia Horton, media specialist (left). Congratulations to Nick on

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Lyon students attend West Magnet College Day

Rachel Newell For Brandi Allen and her kindergarten son, Rhys, College Day at West Magnet Elementary did not seem right without real college students. The school’s Red Ribbon Week for awareness of drug-free living included special themed dress-up days during the week. On College Day, Rhys brought his Scots sword and wished he could hang out with some Lyon football players.

Her son’s wish gave Allen an idea. She contacted his teacher and some Lyon students and coordinated a visit to the classroom. These students celebrated College Day by reading stories to all of the kindergarten classes. Jennifer Keys, Bethany Butler, Becca Burrow, and Kristen Blagg represented the Phi Mu sorority among the student volunteers. Scots football players Jon Alexander and Jordy Wyble also volunteered, as well as APPLE Project Upward Bound staff members Jeanette Youngblood, Cory Godbolt, and Allen herself.

West Magnet asked the Lyon volunteers to return, and Allen is ready to make that happen. “I hope to coordinate something on a repeating basis with the school and volunteers from campus,” she said. They are very focused on promoting literacy in the younger students, and I am more than happy to help them in any way that we can.”

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Jordy Wyble reading to West Magnet Elementary Kindergarteners.

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Joseph Thomas There is a quiet, a loud ringing silence like no other.

As if the cold frozen air embraces and grips everything so tightly, no sound can escape. Even the colors are held prisoner from their usual gallivanting about before our eyes. Occasionally a bird flutters upon the scene, respecting the quiet with its own and it is gone again without a tune of explanation. It is another world laid over the one that was there yesterday, a coating of stillness. We see it and wonder of the noiseless landscape, “Do I wander on or enclose myself within around the fire and set upon a story of old to fill my mind. N

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Most enthusiasts of the James Gang believe Jesse James was shot dead by Robert “Bob” Ford on April 3, 1882 in St. Joseph, Missouri. There are a number of accepted images of both James and Ford for comparison which Houston forensic artist, Lois Gibson used for her authentication process. Sandy Mills, owner of the tintype, has endured much of the same rebuffs and he haw’s that owner of the Billy the Kid image experienced until she reached out to Gibson, a 33 year veteran of the Houston Police Department. All Sandy Mills knew was she had received the image from her grandmother, Isabelle Klemann in 2003, who had received it from her grandmother, Missourian Pauline Rountree Higgens, with stories the family had harbored members of the James gang. Local author and historian Freda Cruse Hardison contacted Gibson when she realized she had Pauline Rountree in her data base.

Hardison has spent over a decade researching and interviewing the descendants of the friends and family of Frank and Jesse James. While out researching her other books, Places of Our People (2011) and Voices of Our People (2009), Hardison says, “it seems everyone here in the White River Valley had a story of Frank and Jesse James.

I thought, “Sure,” and tucked them away. Most people weren’t even sure if their family stories were true. I set out on a quest to find out for myself. I began putting the pieces of the puzzle together which revealed a never before told story of their early lives and the real birth of the stories of their being Robin Hoods.” Hardison’s book includes relationships and stories of the Sipe, Partee, Gillihan, Jeffery, Arnold, Lawrence and many other families here, especially the men who rode under Colonel Thomas Roe Freeman.

Hardison has over 50,000 people in her data base, most pre Civil War families in the Ozarks. “When I saw the story on CNN, I typed Pauline Rountree into my database, and found I already had her information. The Higgins family was close to Annie Ralston, the wife of Frank James,” says

Hardison, author of the newly released book Frank and Jesse James Friends and Family. "Pauline had married widower Robert Stevenson (Stephenson) with whom they had children, then he was killed in the Civil War. Pauline was now a war widow left with his children and their children. She soon remarried, John Higgins with whom she had more children. Her deceased husband Robert’s mother was Jane W. Hill, the older sister of Adam Hill, grandfather of Annie Ralston, wife of Frank James. Robert was a first cousin to Annie's mother, Mary Catherine Hill. Robert and Pauline’s children were second cousins and close in age to Annie. Pauline and John Higgins not only harbored members of the James Gang in the 1870s but likely paid a destitute Zee Mims James, the widow of Jesse James, for the image. Ford, in cahoots with Gov. Crittenden to bring in Jesse James, dead or alive, knew an image would be worth something.”

“Rudy Uhlmann, photographer of Jesse James’ death photo, maintained a studio less than half a mile from Jesse’s home on Lafayette Street in St. Joseph. But more importantly, his young son, Louis and “Timmy Howard” Jesse James Jr. were the same age and friends.” Hardison says she is convinced that it is Bob Ford in this photograph and that the other man is more than likely Jesse James.

"Jesse,” she explains, “was known to have a lazy eye, which can easily be seen in the Mills image; he was beginning to 'outgrow' his pants; and he had the start of a new beard growth. In his death photo, given there was some bloating associated with death, he was chubby and had a beard that was estimated to be at least 6 months growth. These three things, the lazy eye, beard and weight, along with the provenance of the lineage of Sandy Mills back to Annie Ralston James, makes it more likely than not that the image is authentic."

The image will be going up for auction in early 2015 in Texas. The Billy the Kid image, also going up for auction has an estimated value of 5 million dollars. Hardison says if the collectors agree with her and Gibson, the image of Bob Ford and Jesse James may be worth more than Bob Ford ever imagined.

Hardison’s new book is available on Amazon.com, Hastings Book stores and at the Old Independence Regional Museum. She’ll be doing a book signing at the Calico Rock Artisans Coop and Museum on Saturday, December 12, Noon to 4.

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Magnet Schools Take Fantastic Field Trips Pam Baxter

One of the perks of attending Batesville School District is it’s wonderful field trips. Central Magnet and Sulphur Rock Magnet Elementary Math and Science School’s sixth graders take field trips to Dauphin Island, Alabama to study the plants and animals that live in the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi Sound and the Mobile Bay at Sea Camp. They took boat rides into the Mobile Bay, visited the Estuarium, stomped through the marsh and seined the Mississippi Sound. They also learned how to measure and graph waves, dissected squid, and gathered plankton. One of the favorite activities was crab hunting in the early morning or late evening.

The fifth graders at these schools get to go to Space Camp at the Marshall Space Center in Huntsville, Alabama. They learn about the history of space travel in the United States and all over the world. The space museum is incredible with capsules of some of the first rockets into space as well as the Lunar Lander. One of the first things the students see from the highway is the Saturn Rocket. It is so tall it can be seen from miles away. The students build and launch their own rockets,

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Medicare Prescription Plans Caroline Beauchamp

“My prescription shows 5 mg 2 times a day. Why can’t I get that? Why do I have to get 10 mg and cut them in half?” Ruth said. I told Ruth that Medicare prescription plans have limits on the quantity of some drugs that they cover. This is known as “quantity limit” restrictions.

I told Ruth to call the customer service number on the back of her ID card and ask for an exception. Her doctor may need to submit a quantity limit exception form for approval. If her request is not approved, she has the option to Appeal their decision.

I’m thrilled Ruth called and told me about her situation. If you’re in a similar situation, you don’t have to continue cutting pills in half – make a call and ask for an exception. You may be able to get authorization for the higher quantity.

Ruth and I also talked about the other two “management tools” or rules that Medicare prescription plans have for safety and cost reasons. Prior authorization is needed for certain drugs. This means that either you or your health care provider need to contact your prescription plan to find out if there is any specific criteria that must be met before your prescription can be filled. Your health care provider may need to show that the drug is medically necessary for you to take. Your prescription plan’s formulary guide should show if you need prior authorization for a specific drug. Yes, this 30 .....and a Happy New Year!

they learn how to walk on the moon, and survive the force of lift off. They have rides and a 3 story rock wall to climb. The students also get to have their own simulated launch and space flight procedures program, where everyone has a part from mission control to the space shuttle and the space station laboratory. So many experiences in just a few days.

The 4th graders go to St. Louis. They get to experience a professional baseball game (Cardinals, of course), the arch, the City Museum (a recycling museum), and the St. Louis Zoo. The third grade goes to Memphis to visit many of that cities museums, exhibits, and the zoo. The second grade travels to Hot Springs to the Mid-America Museum.

Many of the Central and Sulphur Rock students will receive their first experience from crossing the Mississippi River to seeing the ocean for the first time.

Memories they will never forget from their childhood.

Learning that will always be grounded in their memories.

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may be an extra step in the process but don’t consider it a “road block”.

Step Therapy is the third management tool. Some plans require that you try one or more similar, lowercost drugs to treat your medical condition before they will cover your prescribed drug. If your prescription plan’s formulary guide shows that step therapy is used for a specific drug, your health care provider will have to submit a step therapy exception form for approval.

Ok, so how does this step therapy work? Let’s say you take premarin (a hormone replacement drug) that has been around for a long time and is expensive. There may be other hormone replacement drugs that work as well but cost less. Your plan may require your health care provider to prescribe a lower-cost drug. If the lower-cost drug does not work, then the plan will either ask you to try another hormone replacement drug or they will just cover premarin. You can also work with your prescription plan and health care provider to get an exception.

I told Ruth to check her 2016 formulary book to make certain drugs she knows she’s going to be taking in 2016 are covered. Do they require any of these “management tools”?

Every year covered drugs are added and deleted. Ask questions NOW and be prepared for 2016. Need help walking through this to find out if your drugs are covered and if they require any extra steps? Call me at 501-8686650 and say “Caroline, can we talk?”

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Pilot and Co-Pilot, Alaina Cooley and Juan Espericurta prep their shuttle for Mission Control.

Ian Slisher is building his rocket to launch the next day.

Central fifth graders climb the rock wall.

Central fifth grader, Dane Hadley, experiences his first SIM ride.

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INBRE grant and awards lead to important addition to chemistry lab Rachel Newell

Four Lyon students and two faculty members have received awards from the IDeA Network for Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE) for their research efforts and work in various aspects of Lyon’s science programs.

The INBRE Undergraduate Student Mentoring Program gives fellowships to Arkansas juniors and seniors majoring in science, math, and computer science so they may participate in summer research programs at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, or the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. These fellowships also include stipends and budgets for research supplies as well as travel expenses to present the students’ summer research at national conferences.

The students who received these fellowships were Jason Lochmann, ’16, Jean de Dieu Mugiraneza, ’16, Megan Parks, ’17, and Jami Schmidt, ’17.

Dr. Irosha Nawarathne, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, received a Competitive Instrumentation Award for $49,500, which she used to purchase a Spinsolve Education Benchtop Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer.

Dr. Nawarathne plans to use the Spinsolve in her students’ laboratory experiences related to Organic

Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis, as well as for her personal research. Dr. Nawarathne said. “The effective use of the instrument in our chemistry program and undergraduate research at Lyon will serve as a model for other undergraduate institutions across the country, especially in Arkansas and neighboring states,” she said.

Dr. Cassia Oliveira, Assistant Professor of Biology, received a Summer Mentored Faculty Fellowship Award for $29,968, which she will use to collaborate with Dr. Alan Tackett (UAMS) and Dr. David Thomas (Lyon) on a research project entitled “Molecular Analysis of Microbial Diversity in Ozark Caves.” They will work to identify new species of microbes in caves in the Ozark region of Arkansas and analyze their importance to human health, as well as establish their roles in their ecosystem.

Dr. Oliveira said that funds from INBRE and the Arkansas Space Grant Consortium (ASGC) will also support summer research opportunities for two biology students, Cathryn Bowers and Lauren Gunderman.

“Research is an important component of undergraduate education and is especially relevant to science majors interested in pursuing advanced degrees in professional programs or graduate school,” Dr. Oliveira said.

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Lyon’s Dean of Faculty receives Swarthmore distinction Rachel Newell

Dr. Philip Acree Cavalier, Vice President for Academic From 2005-06, Dr. Cavalier taught American Services and Dean of the Faculty at Lyon College, was literature in Kyiv, Ukraine as part of the Fulbright named a “Distinguished Academic” by his alma mater, Scholars Program. He also gave several guest lectures Swarthmore College. around the country, spoke at an international conference, Before joining Lyon’s staff this and led a five-week modern American year, Dr. Cavalier served as Provost poetry seminar during his year in the and Dean of the College at Eureka Ukraine. After his year abroad, Dr. College in Illinois. During his time Cavalier served as a panel reviewer and there, he developed a new retention disciplinary reviewer for the Fulbright plan specifically for the College and Scholars Program. facilitated the implementation of the Dr. Cavalier’s distinction “Foundations of Excellence” self-study highlights his experience working program for student success in the for colleges similar to Swarthmore, first year of college, among many other and his transition to Lyon naturally developments and accomplishments. follows that career path. “Lyon, Dr. Cavalier also helped coordinate like Swarthmore, is a pure liberal and develop the First Year Experience arts college and reminds me of my program at Catawba College, where Swarthmore experience,” he said. This he worked his way from First Year experience will continue to grow as Seminar Coordinator to Dean of he oversees academic affairs at Lyon Dr. Philip Acree Cavalier, General Education.

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Experiencing God in the Everyday Mary, Did You Know?

Pastor Chad Grigsby

In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!” But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be. And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. (Luke 1:26-30 ESV) Mary is one of the most interesting people in the entire Bible. The responses to her are varied, however.

She is worshipped by some, prayed to by others, but respected by all who love the Scriptures. While I do believe we should stand in awe of this passage, the awe should be directed toward Mary’s God and not Mary herself. I think she would want it this way. Her life was never about her, it was about Jesus.

In the story of this often misunderstood woman is an even more misunderstood statement. Gabriel’s greeting to Mary is amazing but we often miss the point of it. He says, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!” Mary’s response is one of shock. The Bible says, “But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be.” Many of us assume that the shock comes from the appearance of an angel in front of her. And while this might have been disturbing, even frightening, it’s not what the passage says is so alarming to her. It wasn’t how the saying was delivered that shocked her but rather the content of the saying itself. Mary is not just shocked at the arrival of an angelic messenger to her but at the words he is telling her. Namely, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!”

But why? Why would she be shocked by this? What’s so amazing about this greeting? I think it has to do with the favor of the Lord. Another word for favor is grace.

The two are interchangeable in the Scriptures. When he is saying that the Lord favors her he is saying that God have given her grace. She has received the unmerited favor of the Lord. He has given her free grace. She is

shocked because she is a teenager who knows that she hasn’t done anything to deserve the grace of God. She of all people doesn’t deserve almighty God’s favor.

What has she ever done? Surely there are more people deserving of his grace?

I think Mary is shocked because of what Gabriel is saying to her. He is saying, “God loves you and has placed his favor on you. Not because you are special or because you have ever done anything to deserve it. He has simply chosen to do it.”

This Christmas, we need to return to this story. We need to return to this message. God has come to dwell among us. Jesus came and brought his grace with him.

His grace that goes out to people who don’t deserve it.

His grace that comes to the most unlikely of people.

Tim Keller says, “Christmas is about God’s grace come to those that don’t deserve it, aren’t looking for it, and don’t appreciate it once they have it.”

Why was Mary shocked and amazed at the coming of Gabriel to her? Because she didn’t deserve the favor of God and she couldn’t believe she had it. This Christmas, will you allow yourself to feel the same wonder? Won’t you open your eyes and heart to the one who gives you what you don’t deserve? Won’t you come to the one who has placed his favor on you, not because you deserve it or could earn it but simply because he chose to? Will you respond to this grace? This is what Christmas is all about.

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Foreman - Dunegan Wedding Kimberlee Thomas

Love has its own since of time: and we are more often than not bound to its fickle nature. Such is the story of Kali Foreman and Jace Dunegan. The two were introduced by friends a little over four years ago. They would talk on and off for the next two years before seeing each other at a Lyon College basketball tournament, “It was the first time we had seen each other in quite a while,” recalls Kali, “that is when and where it all started.”

Love went along its merry way taking Kali and Jace with it. On a Sunday afternoon in late February Kali’s sister, Kassie, insisted they take a drive to Painter’s Bluff. The roads were still a bit slick from a recent snow and Kali wasn’t sure she wanted to make the drive. Kassie was relentless and the two made their way to the scenic overlook. Kali remembers, “When we got to the bluff I kept sensing that something was going on but couldn’t quite figure it out. I spotted two people in camo watching us, I was ready to leave. That is when I turned around to find Jace on one knee ring in hand.” He asked Love’s bidding, “Will you marry me?” to which she replied, “Yes.” Unbeknownst to Kali, Jace had arranged the whole moment with family. The two camo clad strangers peering from the woods were the couple’s mothers, there to witness and photograph the proposal.

On August 8, 2015 the couple exchanged vows standing at home plate of Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. Sark Elking presided over the double ring ceremony attended by family and friends. Kali explains, “We are both huge baseball fans and I love the Cardinals. We had been to the stadium the year before to watch the Cardinals play and saw a wedding that was taking place. We both agreed it was a unique idea.” Once the couple became engaged they knew a wedding at Busch Stadium would be perfect for them. After the wedding the couple spent the next hour having pictures made at the field. A Clydesdale carriage carried the newlyweds to their reception at the Ballpark Hilton where family and friends had gathered to help them celebrate their perfect day. “It is definitely a day Jace and I will never forget. We cannot thank those that helped enough; they made our day so special.”

Kali and Jace reside in Southside. Kali is a first year eighth grade math teacher at Batesville Junior High School. She is also the Assistant Coach for the senior ladies basketball team as well as the Head Coach for the junior ladies track team. Jace is employed by Bad Boy Mowers working in the shipping department. N

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Central Magnet In Action Pam Baxter

The 5th and 6th grade Science classes in Ms.B's room and Mrs. Anderson's Stem classes at Central Magnet have been working on measuring and data to start out the year. N

In Ms. B's Science class Samuel McClain(in front) tries to measure one marshmallow on the scales with the others (around the table from the left) Austin Williamson, Kamryn Moore, Kia Paden, Elaina Pitcher, Caedmon Majors, and Aaliyah Watson try to count the marshmellows in a bag to determine if the weights and servings are correct. the students found a marshmallow averaged 2 ounces and the weights include the bags.

Rhianna Crouch (bottom left), Collun Townsend, Quin Walker, and Kolby Young are looking up information in Science Resource books to answer the questions about many feet a Blue Whale can swim in hours if he can swim 14 miles an hour.

Leaarning the correct way to use graphs and tables to retrieve information is an important skill needed in 5-6th grade testing, experiments, and in future science classes.

Emily Rendon and Rhianna Crouch are figuring the best measuring tools to use to measure different parts of the body. Learning the correct tool can make the difference in getting the correct data.

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WRMC Welcomes General Surgeon Annie Solis

Gary L. Bebow, Administrator/CEO of White River Medical Center (WRMC), is pleased to welcome Dr. Anthony M. Abraham, General Surgeon, to the Medical Staff. Dr. Abraham is seeing patients at the WRMC Surgery Clinic, located at 413 Virginia Drive in Batesville. Also practicing in the clinic is General Surgeon, Dr. John Lambert.

General Surgeons are physicians who operate to repair injuries, correct deformities, prevent diseases, and generally improve the health of patients.

They examine patients to determine if surgery is necessary and select the appropriate surgical procedure. Dr. Abraham’s expertise and interests include breast cancer surgery, thyroid surgery, and abdominal surgery using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques. Dr. Abraham also accepts referrals for screen colonoscopy and EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) used to detect colon cancer and illnesses of the gastrointestinal tract.

Dr. Abraham received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Florida. He completed his residency at Larkin Community Hospital, also in Florida, where he was named Chief Resident. During his time there, he also won several distinguished awards in Surgical Research.

“Dr. Abraham possesses great knowledge and experience in his skill,” said Bebow. “He collaborates well with our excellent team of Surgeons, and we are excited he is here.”

Dr. Abraham and his wife, Natalia, reside in Batesville, and are expecting their first child in January.

“I really enjoy practicing in Batesville,” said Dr. Abraham. “This is a wonderful community dedicated to its people, and my wife and I are thrilled to be a part of it!”

He enjoys golf, outdoor biking, indoor spinning, and looks forward to hunting and fishing.

To reach Dr. Abraham, call (870) 7934445. For more information about Dr. Abraham, visit whiteriverhealthsystem.

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