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In This Issue 6/ Editor’s Note Feeling Aprilly

10/ Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup

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Robert and Joanne Seat

Eye On Independence received the 2012 Innovative Project award for outstanding, innovative, continuous or effective coverage of literacy issues, resulting in positive change or improvement.

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18/ Myers-Davis Life Coaching Institute Leaders Must Have Vision

32/ Batesville Area Arts Council 34/ Cherri Design Symmetry or Asymmetry

35/ Seniors, can we talk?

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36/ Adventures in Arkansas Early Spring

37/ Tasty Talk

Chia Seed: Uses

38/ Smith’s Verdict ***1/2 Whiplash

39/ Thyme Enough

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Winter never really touched us and I haven't heard anyone complaining. Its been a nice Fall to Spring.

Karin Mohlke Huffman shares her thoughts on an early Spring, Myers-Davis speaks of leaders needing vision, Caroline Beauchamp shares another conversation with Ruth and Leigh Keller says you can’t pour from an empty cup. Nelson and Sandy Barnett share Boyce’s Chili and MexChiquito Cheese Dip, Tanner Smith reviews Whiplash, Hannah Rogers

discusses uses of Chia Seeds, Kacey Burge covers our honorable cover photographer and his lovely bride, Robert and Joanne Seat, Cherri Rodgers poses asymmetry vs. symmetry and Madison Morgan brings you the Neagville - Morgan Wedding.

Vicki Garland shares the April 1 Museum 2017 Spring Family Day, Alisa Lancaster asks if we are getting enough ZZZZZs, we have many things to do, faces and much more, so tag along and see what is happening in Independence.

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A leading insurance professional organization recently recognized Joey Treadway, CIC, and Stephanie McAllister, CIC, of M&P Insurance and Investment Services, for dedication and ongoing leadership in the insurance industry.

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The Women’s conference at Compass Church is on Friday, April 28th from 6:00-9:30 p.m. The doors will open at 5:30 for general admission seating.

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Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup Leigh Keller is a high school guidance counselor at Batesville HIgh School and the director of the BHS Glass Slipper Project. She lives in Batesville with her son, Cole, and a pack of dogs.

I have seen the picture on Pinterest so many times, an empty coffee cup with the saying “You Can’t Pour From An Empty Cup”, and while I realized what it meant, it never quite rang true to me until recently.

My pastor, Cory, recently spoke about our Discipleship training, and about how in the life groups we are in (mine is the Single Mama group) the purpose is to pour into one another, being there for each other, praying for each other. Relationships are so important to people, and women have different kinds of relationships with other women, some complex, some not so complex.

When I moved to Batesville a little more than seven years ago, I didn’t really know anyone except for a few people. We had decided I was going to try my hand at being a stay at home mama, so I was in a new town with a newborn, and basically no support system. It was a recipe for crazy loneliness. I went from being surrounded by people all day long to being home with this precious tiny human all day. To say I was overwhelmed would be an understatement. Fast forward to now and I am surrounded by people again, working full time. I have a small business on the side (with women’s fun fun fun

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clothing, if you don’t know about LuLaRoe, you certainly need to), my kiddo is happily involved in soccer and we are active in our church and our school. As working mamas, we can easily fill up every single evening with a different event, school, athletic, church or volunteer.

I find myself dreaming of the nights at home where we simply get to eat dinner, talk and laugh (laughing is our favorite, we do it a lot) and just be together.

Our church family is so important to us, and high on the list is my group of single mamas. I love to help them navigate their lives, hear about their happy moments, and listen when they are in the depths of their sadness.

As women, and as mamas (single mamas, I would say single dads too, but I have never been a single dad, just a mom) we are designed to put everyone else’s needs before our own needs. Our kids come first, then work (because my kids has to eat and have electricity), then my friends and family, and then, if there is anything left at the very end of the day, there is me. Most days there is not a whole lot left, except for a nice bath or perusing Pinterest, in the event I did not fall asleep with my child in his racecar bed (true life, it has happened more than I care to share).

I hit a point this last week where we had something every single night, and I felt a little bit like getting Cole in the car for school in the morning and just driving off to the beach. I kind of thought I might be cracking up a little bit, everything was setting me off. I love the blessing of my job, helping kids and adults navigate their lives, but even my job seemed so stinking heavy. The problem was that my own cup was absolstinkinglutely empty (and probably still sitting in the sink and not the dishwasher). I needed a minute.

You simply cannot pour into other people if your own cup is empty. You just can’t. So unless you take a few minutes, an hour, a day, to recharge your spirit, sit in the sunshine, talk and walk with a good friend, read a book that is not about furry creatures (we are currently reading a great series about Humphree the classroom hamster, very engaging. A big shout out to Amy Fairchild, our fabulous media specialist at

Central, for helping Cole Keller pick out a set of three of those books at the last book fair :/), cook a meal just for yourself that is what just you want to eat for a change, then your cup will be empty and you will be so cranky. The problem with taking care of yourself as a single mama is that you just simply usually don’t.

Any extra funds go to keeping your kiddos clothed and fed, but the investment in yourself is also worth it, and they do not have to be investments that cost money.

Take a yoga class, go for a walk in the sunshine (with a friend you have been missing, I got to do that today) find yourself a hammock in the sun, go to the library and find a good book (the library is a quiet place and no one else can actually talk to you because it is the library and they have to be quiet. Mommy win). It is not selfish to take care of yourself, or you cannot take care of the very important little people who depend on you, your children. My cup is feeling so much more full, and I just had a couple of hours (and some sunshine, I am pretty sure that is key to my happiness). Sometimes just a visit and a laugh with a sweet friend will do the trick too.

Women need one another, whether they want to admit it or not. Check on your friends, when they seem zany and crazy tired, because I am betting their cup is pretty empty too. *I obviously did not drive off to the beach that morning, but if you can’t find me and the weather is dark and gloomy again, you might search for me at the Emerald Coast, no joke. N

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Cover Story Robert and Joanne Seat

Kacey Clare Burge has a Master’s degree in Professional Writing from Chatham University. She has written for a Southwest Florida lifestyles magazine and because of her outstanding work, she was featured in REAL Magazine as a contributing copy writer and editor. She has worked 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, daugther and three rescue dogs, enjoying the outdoors and exploring what the state of Arkansas has to offer.

The Man Behind the Lens Mr. Robert O. Seat has been an instrumental part of the Eye On Independence team for quite a while. He is the visual creative master behind the faces that have graced our covers and produced the eye catching images that have drawn readers eyes across its pages. I have the humbling opportunity to work with him often, collaborating on photoshoot ideas and locations and watching him bring our beautiful visions to fruition. While the work he does behind the scenes for the magazine is invaluable, it is my absolute pleasure to be able to turn the spotlight on him, for a change, and give our readers a glimpse of the talented and artistic man that spends his time behind the camera.

The Emergence of an Artist Robert was born in Wichita, Kansas and turned Arkansan when he moved to the Nelsonville area at age 8.

Photography always played an important part in his life, probably even before he knew it, before he ever looked through the lens of a camera. “I seem to have inherited my love for it from my maternal grandmother, who left us with a collection of beautiful portraits,” he shares, as he remembers admiring the anthology of images in all of their nostalgia. “My first camera was a Kodak Brownie that was purchased at Batesville City Drugstore for my tenth birthday,” he says. That special gift manifested itself into a significant tool for Robert that would inevitably steer his life’s path. “My passion for photography really grew when I was in 4H,” Robert recounts. “Out of curiosity I set up a black and white dark room. Watching a print emerge from a pool of chemicals started a force within me.” The experience marked the beginning of what would become a very prosperous, enriching and long lasting relationship between the man and his camera, together capturing and

creating, developing and delivering images for decades to come.

When the Camera Won Robert attended Lyon College and took some art classes before he decided to get his real estate license.

Working as a real estate broker was going well but nothing could snuff out that creative passion for photography that dwelled inside him, and it smoldered under the surface of a suit and tie. “My work in real estate was often interrupted by requests for photography,” Robert admits. “And I would find myself leaving early to go home and set up back grounds all over the house to shoot a couple of sessions.”

The love of photography eventually won over and Robert committed himself full time to his craft. He and his wife Joanne opened their first studio in 1977 in the Cooper Mini Mall and 2 years later, moved into a much larger building on Main Street. By 1997, the studio had taken root at 2295 White Drive where it still remains and at any given time, you can find he and his wife working side by side. “One of the most valuable things we have learned working together for 40 years,” Robert shares, “Is that when you love your job, going to work is a new adventure each and every day!”

The Journey The couple are both well versed in the field of photography and have worked hard to get to that place.

“We work as a team in all aspects of the business,” Robert says. And that translates into their individual educational pursuits to perfect their craft as well. “We had a lot to learn, but getting proper knowledge in lighting and composition was a priority,” he shares.

The pair attended numerous photography schools and seminars to absorb as much knowledge as they could. Robert went on to attended the Texas School of Photography, earning his Master of Photography degree and then receiving his Craftsman degree through teaching at the school and speaking with photography students, primarily about print finishing and retouching.

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“Competing in regional and national print competitions is the first recommendation I give to my students as one of the best ways to gain unique photography skills,” he shares.

Leadership and Opportunity Robert didn’t just stop at his Craftsman degree. He has gone on to hold many influential leadership positions and became the honorable recipient of some very prestigious awards sought after by photographers across the state, and even the country. Serving as the President of the Southwest Professional Photography Associations (SWPPA) at both the state and regional level, Robert has had the opportunity to exercise his leadership skills and facilitate some great opportunities for the photography community. Among his responsibilities as President, he successfully organizes an annual convention comprising of 8 states across the region, delegating committees to organize different aspects of the event and approving panels of judges for print competitions. He also hand selects speakers to come and share their knowledge with the latest information to educate the convention attendees.

His latest event was held last April in Frisco, TX. White River Pageant Association “Being President of SWPPA has been a special honor and endeavor,” he says of this role, but it didn’t come without some residual cost. For 25 years Robert was involved with the White River Pageant Association, capturing images of the winners from previous years, creating beautiful portraits and presenting those pictures to them as they gave up their crown to the new Queen.

His work also included photographing Miss Batesville on the White River for the cover of the yearly publication. A special memory Robert has of his work with the pageant involves Miss White River 1986 (turned Miss America 1990), Debbie Turner. “Debbie promised us when we photographed her as Queen of the White River, that if she ever won the title, she would return to Batesville for us to photograph her as Miss America,” he shares with a smile. “And she kept that promise.” The White River Pageant Association holds a special place with Robert and after 25 years of being proudly affiliated with it, he was unfortunately unable to continue his work with them.

“Due to my presidential duties of our regional association conflicting with the timing of the event, we had to resign from continuing to do the pageant,” he says regretfully.

“But it has been one of the most special projects I have worked on in my career and will always be proud of my connection to it.”

Awards and Honors Robert was named Arkansas’s Photographer of the Year in 1995 and again in 2002, when his photographs scored the highest number of points among the panel of judges at the annual state convention. In 2010, he was the humble recipient of one of the most prestigious awards in the world of photography with the highest classification, the America’s Diamond Photographer of the year award, when all four of his photographs were selected for both the international exhibit, as well as the traveling loan collection and were displayed in San Antonio, Texas. Robert also had the honor of winning the Kodak Gallery Award and his

image was selected by Kodak to be displayed at the Disney Epcot Center in Orlando, Florida.

“One of my proudest moments was standing beside Mr. Micky Mouse at Epcot Center as they were hanging one of my loan prints in a national exhibit there,” he says with a smile.

A Story in a Picture At the Photography by Robert O. Seat studio in Batesville, you can expect a great client service experience and be delivered an exceptional final product. Offering contemporary lifestyle, environmental, and classic studio portraiture, with a specialization in family and children, Robert has developed and refined his skills in retouching and finishing. “The most rewarding part of what we do is getting to be a part of a family’s special time in their life,” he says. “Photographing their family through the years, watching their children grow up, and then getting the opportunity to photograph their grandchildren makes it very gratifying.”

This May will mark the 40th anniversary of Photography by Robert O. Seat and Robert assures us there will be many more to come. “I plan to continue creating portraits for families in this area, and sharing what I have learned with upcoming new photographers, to help repay the debt that I owe for all knowledge that was passed on to me,” he says. When he isn’t in the studio, you can find Robert and his wife Joanne, spending time with their children Angela and Rob and their three grandchildren William, Elisabeth and Bryon Oliver. N

Your Health

Are You Getting Your ZZZZZ’s

Alisa R. Lancaster is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences (UAMS) North Central office and serves as faculty for the UAMS College of Nursing. She has been with the UAMS system since 1994. Alisa earned her Master’s and two post Master’s certificates in Advanced Practice Nursing from UAMS. She is passionate about the health and wellness of others and is married to Scott Lancaster. They have four children, two daughterin-laws, five grandchildren, and two very spoiled puppies.

Sleep…something that many take for granted, but a necessary part of living a healthy life. Everyone has different sleep needs. I don’t need many hours, five is good, but I need five uninterrupted hours. If you or your significant other snore, you are all too familiar with a, less than restful or peaceful, good night’s sleep.

But, is this snoring harmless…(well, beyond the desire to strangle your partner in the wee dark hours)?

About 45% of normal adults snore occasionally.

Twenty five percent habitually snore. This tends to be more common in males and those who are overweight.

It also worsens as one ages. Snoring can be an annoyance or a symptom of a more serious condition, obstructed sleep apnea (OSA). OSA actually results in periods of not breathing while sleeping. Interestingly, fifty percent

of people with OSA are overweight.

So, what contributes to snoring? Snoring is an obstruction of air in the passages in the mouth and nose. This obstruction may be due to poor muscle tone that allows the tongue to fall backward into the airway.

Throat tissue can become bulky with large tonsils, adenoids, and being overweight. A nose that is blocked or stuffy, due to allergies, cold, or sinus symptoms, requires a greater draw of air which can cause an exaggerated vacuum in the throat that pulls those relaxed muscles together.

Reasons for snoring and OSA are typically the same. As they become more severe, the passage of air is limited and periods of apnea will be noted, thus becoming OSA. These periods of apnea cause a decrease in your oxygen level, triggering your brain to disturb your sleep. This usually results in a loud snort or sound as the airway muscles are tightened and the windpipe is opened. The drops in oxygen and reduced sleep quality lead to a release of stress hormones that raise your heart rate, and increase your risk of high blood pressure, stroke, heart failure, irregular heart rate, heart attack, depression, worsening of adult deficit hyperactivity disorder, and headaches. Sleep apnea can be responsible for poor performance in everyday activities (school, work, driving, etc.) and can lead to an underachievement in children and adolescents.

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physical examination, and possibly a sleep study that is performed in a sleep lab or with a home based portable monitor. Your healthcare provider will then come up with a plan for management.

There are several ways to treat snoring. Adapt a healthy lifestyle, lose weight, avoid the use of tobacco (smoking increases the swelling in the upper airway), antihistamines, tranquilizers and|or sleeping pills (the latter two cause a relaxation of the muscles and structures utilized in keeping an open airway). You should also establish regular sleeping patterns, sleep on your side, and elevate the head of your bed four inches.

There are over 300 devices on the market, registered with the US Patent and Trademark office, that advertise beneficial use. However, these devices lack scientific data or research to prove their effectiveness. If the condition has progressed to OSA, one treatment option would include a CPAP machine (pushes oxygen into the lungs by positive pressure) that is worn during sleep. A dentist, with expertise in sleep apnea, can also design an apparatus to keep the airway open during sleep. A minimally invasive office procedure or surgery are more invasive options.

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I Do Neaville - Morgan Wedding Madison Neaville Morgan

Madison Neaville and Will Benson Morgan III are lucky enough to have one of those “stolen glances from across the room” stories about how they met. A few summers ago in the heat of June, they both found themselves looking to cool off at the same local restaurant and brewery, Saddlebock. They kept smiling at each other, and before they knew it their friends had each encouraged them to finally talk to one another. Hitting it off instantly, they bonded over their love of music and the outdoors. Madison watched Will engage the entire room and instantly fell for his confidence and fun loving personality. He asked for her number as the owner finally shoved them out the door well past closing time. The next morning, Madison woke to her phone ringing with a call from Will. He told her to get dressed because he was taking her to the lake! They spent the whole day fishing and swimming and laughing together.

As the sun started to set, Will pulled out his guitar and they sang music together until the sun was gone. After that day,

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they both knew this was something special. To this day they both still say that it was love at first sight.

Will was born in Beaumont, Texas. At a young age his family moved to Springdale, AR and he grew up the only boy out of 4 siblings. Knowing the importance of duty and honor, he joined the Army and became a proud member of the 82nd Airborne. After serving his country and after two tours of duty he returned to Springdale to put down roots.

Madison was born in Little Rock, Arkansas. However, after being raised for almost all of her life in Batesville, Arkansas, she will always call Batesville home. Madison grew up in the Methodist church where she first discovered her love of music and built relationships that would last a lifetime. After high school she moved to Fayetteville, AR to attend college and fell in love with the Northwest Arkansas area, and decided to put down her roots there as well.

A year and a half into dating, Will decided it was time to pop the question. He wanted it to be “explosive” and told Madison over and over that she would know it was coming because it was going to be huge. Over the next few months, with the Fourth of July coming around the corner, Will started to stock up on fireworks. A few weeks later, Madison became suspicious of the enormous stack of

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fireworks that filled a whole room. She then decided that he would definitely be proposing during a beautiful fireworks show. Always full of surprises, Will had something different in mind. Out on the lake the day before the big fireworks display he had planned, he insisted that she go to the front of the boat with him to take a picture with the mountains behind them. Instead, much to her excitement and delight, he dropped to his knee and proposed right there! His best friend (and best man) had been pretending to take a picture and filmed the whole thing. Talk about a surprise! That night, he dedicated his fireworks show to their engagement and their future.

Being lovers of the outdoors, Madison and Will had discussed the possibility of a destination wedding in the mountains. After years of family vacations to Colorado, Madison’s dad had the best idea ever- a Colorado wedding over Christmas! The couple decided to marry in Keystone, Colorado, in a private ski chalet surrounded by their loved ones. The whole wedding party and the family were all able to stay at the house, making it a very relaxed and intimate event. In between skiing and hot cocoa by the fire, the couple and their families braved the cold to build an aisle of snow and string lights through the evergreens. The day

of the wedding, the sky was clear and the sun was shining.

Will’s father officiated the ceremony, and the groom and Madison’s sister, Grace, sang “La Vie En Rose” as the bride walked down the snowy aisle with her dad. In a beautiful and loving ceremony, Madison and Will were married on December 22, 2016. After the ceremony, they performed some songs for their guests. As the couple danced their first dance, snow began to fall. Madison and Will stepped outside to get some snowy pictures, and decided to celebrate their marriage in the same way it began- sparklers and fireworks.

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He is a Certified Professional Life Coach and has taught and mentored thousands of students for decades. “Doc” received his Ph.D. from Drew University, is a Certified Professional Life Coach, a Certified Master Life Coach, a Certified NLP Practitioner, and a Certified Practitioner of the Law of Attraction.

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There is a book the title of which is, “You’re the Leader, Now What?” The question is an important one and likely refers to an appointed leadership position. While that is one way to become a leader, it begs the question, “Why was she appointed a leader?” Unless she had been preparing herself thru personal growth and skills, she might find herself asking that very question, “I am the leader, now what?” With such a responsibility, there are many qualities expected of one who leads. Towards the top of the list, if not the very top, is the ability to have a vision and to communicate that vision to those who would follow.

Followers are assumed. As someone once said, “If no one is following you, you’re not leading anyone, you are just out for a walk.” So, to lead with vision, means having a vision and transferring that to followers in such a way that there is a “buy in” by everyone. There are essentials for visionary leadership.

1. Clarity: This refers to both the leader and the followers. The leader must see the vision so clearly that her followers understand what it is and have a general idea of how to accomplish it. If the vision is not clear to the leader, she will present only a general picture but it will be somewhat blurred and uneasy to follow. And, if she cannot see it clearly enough to follow, how can those who follow her? When followers do not see the vision clearly, they need to have both the opportunity and authority to ask questions for clarification. In order to do this, there must be proper communication.

2. Communication: The ability to communicate clearly a vision from one mind to another depends on the leader’s ability to paint the picture sufficiently with words that those who listen can see it in their minds eye. This is not always easy to do. One thing necessary for the leader to have is respect for those who follow. Someone once said, “You can accomplish marvelous things and have a great following if you just take time to learn the man’s name who empties your trash.” This means sincerely respecting those who will have the various jobs to make the vision a reality.

This depends on the leader’s ability to communicate that respect to everyone. Needless to say, it must be genuine and authentic. Not just lip service. This takes us to our

Angela D. Davis, Co-Founder, MyersDavis Life Coaching Institute. Angela has twenty-five years experience in leadership, team-building, and personal development training to all ages. She has developed leadership and team-building programs for all realms of both small and large business. Angela received a M.S. degree in Psychology. She is a Certified Professional Life Coach and has been successful in promotion and of personal development in chambers, schools and businesses. Angela’s hands on instruction teaches both inspiration and motivation. People who have attended her seminars will tell you that she has a deep passion of caring for others and a desire to help her students move to a higher level to achieve their personal goals.

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3. Patience: We live in such a fast paced world.

We want what we want when we want it. (Say that ten times fast, lol.) Visions are generally long term and are not accomplished overnight. There will be derailments along the road and obstacles that will try to take you off course. The leader must keep her eyes always on the vision and patiently help with course correction, those who are following.

4. Clarity, communication, and patience are important to have in the toolbox of the one who is the leader. This is not exhaustive. But if you will take your vision, clearly communicate it, and patiently encourage those who follow, you are on the road to success.

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United Way 2018 Funding Allison Phelps

United Way of North Central Arkansas has announced they are starting a new cycle of funding and initiative work for 2018. Interested non-profit agencies working in the areas of education, financial stability and health are invited to submit an application for United Way funding for 2018.

To be considered for 2018 funding, applications must be completed and filed with the United Way office no later than April 06, 2017 at 3:00 pm.

An applying organization must be a non-profit, tax-exempt charitable organization providing a direct and meaningful service to the people of North Cleburne, Independence, Izard, Sharp and/or Stone Counties, and must have been in existence for at least 2 years.

“This is the most exciting part of our work,” said United Way Executive Director, Allison Phelps, “Putting the dollars we raised back into our community to provide much needed services makes the fundraising we do year-round very rewarding.” United Way’s yearly campaign funds partner agencies and initiatives dedicated to improving the quality of life in their respective communities.

United Way of North Central Arkansas is in the middle of their 2016-2017 Campaign, which will be closing soon and is just under $10,000 away from reaching its fundraising goal. Your generous support of United Way helps our community all year long.

United Way resources help children and youth succeed, strengthen and support families, promote selfsufficiency and support vulnerable and aging populations.

For those in need of an application for funding or for those interested in giving to the United Way community fund, contact the United Way office at (870)793-5991, info@liveunitednca. org.

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Museum to Host 2017 Spring Family Day Vicki Garland

Celebrate the spring season with Old Independence Regional Museum at the 2017 Spring Family Day, on Saturday, April 1, 2017 from 10am to 2pm. The event is free and open to the public. This year’s program features “Wild Arkansas” with special programming that includes Rodney Paul of Raptor Rehab of Central Arkansas, who will be bringing various species of birds. Dr. Tamara Walkingstick with the Cooperative Extension service will talk about wild, edible plants.

Sandra Chandler, geologist with the Education Outreach program of the Arkansas Geological Survey will be available to talk about rocks and minerals, and Dr. Nancy Kohn, Lyon College, will provide information on Arkansas amphibians.

In addition to the featured guest presenters, there will be opportunities to create various crafts related to Arkansas and its natural history.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for kids of all ages to come to the museum and learn about some of the amazing creatures, plant life, and features of our state,” said Vicki Garland, Humanities Educator.

The Museum gift shop will be open for the day with many items for kids and families. We stock many items from local artists, authors, and crafters. The gift shop is well stocked for the event with fun plush animals, educational toys, and historical books.

This humanities program is made possible by local support from Independence County and the City of Batesville, as well as by Challenge Grant Endowment funding from the National Endowment of the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment 20 And just as the wind picked up, I understood that all would be well.

for the Humanities.

Old Independence serves a 12-county area: Baxter, Cleburne, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Marion, Poinsett, Sharp, Stone, White, and Woodruff.

Parts of these present-day counties comprised the original Independence County in 1820s Arkansas territory.

The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is $3.00 for adults, $2.00 for seniors and $1.00 for children. The museum is located at 380 South 9th street, between Boswell and Vine Streets in Batesville.

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1.) Family Violence Prevention Celebrates 30 Years and a New Location!

The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the relocation of the Outreach Office of Family Violence Prevention Inc. in Batesville on Thursday, March 9th. This also marked the 30th Anniversary of Family Violence Prevention Inc. The new office is located on the bottom floor of the Independence County Courthouse located at 192 E. Main St in Batesville.

2.) The Rotary Trap Shoot was held at the Independence County Shooting Sports Complex on March 18, 2017. 15 teams competed in this annual event/fundraiser. President Amanda Dickey is thankful to all sponsors and shooters for their participation. Intimidator/Spartan donated a Guru Grill for raffle and Stacy Fields of Batesville was the winner.

The day consisted of 15 teams competing in 3 separate flights.

1st Flight Winners: 1st Place: Lyon College Trap Team - Kullins Koelling, Blake Cladwell, Noah Brawley, Dalton Lamons, and Khristan Uran. 2nd Place: The Cats - Hunter Coldwell, Emalee Marlin, Colton Coldwell, Hyden Ekenes, and Zach Fredricks.

3rd Place: Beller's Boys - Kullins Koelling, Seth Hixon, Chris Beller, Bob Copeland and Tony Edington.

2nd Flight Winners: 1st Place: Cup'd Up Outdoors - Andy Gunter, Billy Bass, John Harris, Joey Parks, and Barry Stroud.

2nd Place: Randall Henley Law Firm - Briston Gould, Ben Gould, Taylor Prince, Dylan Kirk, and Zach Collins. 3rd Place: Mark Martin Kia - Bryan Dickey, Kevin Johnson, Ed Thompson, Blake Franks, and Chase Magness.

3rd Flight Winners: 1st Place: First Community Bank - Ben Poole, Bill Olvia, Jody Gould, Rodney Stubbs, Maisie Stubbs.

2nd Place: Kent's Firestone - Austin Davis, Keith Davis, Kim Looney, Jack Looney and Justin Gallant. 3rd Place: Centennial Bank - Rickie Westbrook, Cassandra Skelton, David Posey, Bryson Duncan and Brayden Duncan.

All winners received a medal prize. Highest male shooter of the day went to Blake Cladwell and highest female shooter was Emalee Marlin.

“We'd like to thank all of our sponsors: Intimidator/Spartan; First Community Bank; McElmurry REALTORS; Kent's Firestone, Henley, Centennial Bank, Mark Martin Kia, Ozark Information Services, Bigger Better Roofing, and Barry Hammers,” said Amanda Dickey.

“Team sponsors: Randall Henley Law Firm, White River Health System, Lyon College, Batesville Poultry, Cup'd Up Outdoors, NWTF, Mark Martin Kia, Weller Welding, First Community Bank, Centennial Bank, Kent's Firestone, Peco Foods, Chris Beller & Bob Copeland, and Coldwell Marlin Too & Hawgs. We'd also like to thank Pat and Milinda Collins with Fox Creek BBQ for coming out and handling lunch and Ryan Nast and Shad Pearce and all their crew form the Arkansas Game and Fish for helping to score the shoot and making sure that we were all safe.”

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1.) Amanda H. Dickey would like to thank all the schools for sending in so many scholarship applications this year. “It made our job very hard, but we have decided who are 2017 Scholarship Winners are. Each student will receive a $500 scholarship and will be invited to come to our Award Ceremony being held at Lyon College on Monday evening, June 26, 2017 6:00 p.m. and will be allowed to bring 2 guests. Invitations will be mailed at a later date. Congratulations to all our winners!�

The winners are:

Batesville: Amanda Okolo

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Cave City: Heaven Foust

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2.) The third annual Macy's Stroll and Roll is set for April 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Riverside Park in Batesville. All are invited to join the Kiwanis Club of Batesville in this benefit walk to support a cure for Angelman Syndrome.

Cedar Ridge: Brittany Green

Southside: Terrilynn Miller

Midland: Sidney Faith Marx

Angelman is a genetic disorder that causes developmental disabilities and neurological problems. The benefit is named for Macy Bryant, four-year-old daughter of Ronda and Josh Bryant, of Batesville. To date, Batesville Kiwanis has raised over $12,000 for the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics (FAST).

The walk will take place rain or shine. Preregistration, set at $20 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, is open now through April 7th. Day of registration prices are $25 and $15 respectively. To register, please visit batesvillekiwanis.org.

Entertainment accompanying this year's walk will include a River City Cruisers car display, Batesville's West Magnet

dance team, West Magnet majorettes, Independence Elite Gymnasts, an Ohana Fitness zumba performance and local singers. Children will also enjoy a bounce house and a petting zoo.

The Batesville Kiwanis Club was chartered in 1928 under the principles of Kiwanis International: to work for a better quality of life for the citizens of Batesville, Arkansas, our state, our nation and our world. The Batesville club charters eleven student-led active service clubs in the area, for elementary through college students. For more information about the club, please visit www.batesvillekiwanis. org. For more information about the event, email nicole.stroud@gmail.com or call 870-613-0434.

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1.) The Central Magnet, Yum- Yum Cooking Club recently visited Ozarka College Culinary Arts Program.

Chef Alden Griffus gave a tour and explained about the program.

She explained their purpose is to provide the most advanced and comprehensive learning environment possible for hospitality industry training. They provide real world learning opportunities in a safe environment.

Thank you to Ozarka College Culinary Arts Program and Chef Alden. The students had a wonderful day!!

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2.) Computer instructor, Jody Tosh is teaching Mr. Difani, Central principal, and students how to operate the new 3-D pens that he recently acquired through a Donorschoose request.

The second image is of Central 6th grade students , Angeleika Epting, , Principal, Mr. Byron Difani, Abby Cheney, Camden Ryan, and Gabby Cheney all work on their 3-D figures.

The first image shows Central Principal, Byron Difani, Abby Cheney, and Camden Ryan Add 3-D layers to their projects.

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1.) In mid-March several of the teachers and staff decorated our hallways for Dr. Seuss Week. We wore Crazy socks for Fox in Socks book, we wore green for Green Eggs and Ham, we wore our clothes inside out for the book,Wacky Wednesday. We wore Crazy hats for Cat in the Hat Book and dressed as our favorite Dr. Seuss character.

Students celebrated on the playground with birthday cake for Dr. Seuss and rounded out the week with a celebration including games and food on Friday evening.

Image top left, 6th grade teacher, Shannon Simkins stands by the

wall she designed with 5th grade student, Jeremiah Robinson. The next image to the right, 5th grade teacher, Amanda Nikkels poses by the Put me in the Zoo wall designed by Art Teacher, Debra Smith. The last image on the top row is Teresa Goforth(left) and Lisa Headley show off the photo booth for the celebration on Friday night. The bottom left is where the Second grade made a corner about, Oh, the Places You’ll Go. Next, the 3rd graders wrote about their favorite Book, The Cat in the Hat. The last image on the bottom row is the Fourth grade wall displaying Sneetches (without stars).

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2.) The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the relocation of Precise Heating, Air & Electric into their new office located at 3250 Harrison Street. Precise offers a wide variety of Heating, Air and Electric services, contact them at 870.698.1734 for all of your electrical needs.

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Kennadi Pretty

3.) Parent conferences at the Batesville School District, recently found Central Magnet parent, Alisha Baker meeting with 5th grade teachers, Amanda Nikkels and Kris Ursin about her son.

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1.) College Black Student Association & the concluded with a showing of the movie, “Selma”.

UACCB Multicultural Student Association recently joined together to present Black The Annointed Ones History Month Celebration at the Melba Theater. Guests speakers included Terrell Tebbetts from Lyon College, Deborah Frazier from UACCB, and Willie Strong from Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church.

Entertainment was provided by The Mathis Family of Jonesboro and Minister Patrick Bean and the Bonafide Worshippers of Jonesboro.

Local talent included Nick Fudge, Lyon College Gospel Choir, and the West Baptist Church Youth Choir. The evening focused on the importance of unity among all races and religion. Many stories and testimonies were shared during the event. The celebration

Bonafide Worshippers of Jonesboro

Store Manager, Debbie BranscumAssociate of 37 years cuts ribbon.

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Clay Crabtree-Academy Director, Crystal Johnson- CEO/President Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce and Kevin Fitterling hold the check.

2.) The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Walmart Academy on Thursday March 2nd, 2017. According to the Academy Director, Clay Crabtree “Walmart recently announced a two-year $2.7 billion investment in its associates, including wages, training, clearer career paths, education and benefits. This includes the creation of the Walmart Academy training program to help Walmart’s frontline supervisors and Assistant Managers build the skills they need to grow, develop and be successful by serving customers and leading associates.” The Batesville Academy is the 75th Academy to be opened in this program. The Academy will serve about 23 stores in the area and has the capacity to train up to 90 associates per week. The ribbon cutting ceremony was part of the formal graduation of 39 of the Batesville store’s associates from the new Academy.

Walmart and the Walmart Foundation also presented grants to the following organizations: Southside 4-H $1,000.00, Batesville Fire Dept. $1,000.00, Batesville High School $1,000.00, Sulphur Rock Magnet School Food Bank $1,000.00, Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce $2,000.00 and Foster Children Shop with a Cop $2,500.00.

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1.) Energy efficiency incentives from Entergy Arkansas, Inc. are helping Flowers Baking Co. of Batesville save money by reducing the amount of electricity required for operation.

“Entergy Arkansas offered our bakery a financial incentive to become more energy efficient, and it turned out to be a good opportunity for us,” said Barry Hammers, president of the Batesville bakery. “We employ more than 350 people and have been a part of this community for 15 years. The money we’re saving on energy will be re-invested in our business. These changes also are good for the environment.”

Participating in Entergy’s large commercial and industrial program resulted in $153,480 in incentives and saved about 964 thousand kWh of energy annually. That is equivalent to preventing 665 tons of carbon dioxide being released into the atmosphere, or removing 140 vehicles from our roadways. The first project included installation of low energy consuming LED lighting in March 2016, which saved approximately 671,000 kWh. The second project involved improvements to the bakery’s compressed air system by fixing leaks, adding engineered nozzles and increasing header size.

This was completed in December and saved approximately 292,000 kWh. “Taking steps to be more energy efficient helps not only the bakery’s bottom line, but all Entergy Arkansas customers by reducing the overall demand for electricity,” said Flave Carpenter, Entergy

Arkansas’ customer service representative in Searcy.

Entergy Arkansas has an award-winning portfolio of energy efficiency programs for both residential and business customers. To learn more about these programs, visit www.entergyarkansas.com/energyefficiency.

Flowers Baking Co. of Batesville, located at 1223 Saint Louis St., produces and markets fresh bakery foods that are sold under the following brands: Nature’s Own, Cobblestone Bread Co., Dave’s Killer Bread, Wonder, Sunbeam, Ideal, Mary Jane, and Tastykake. The bakery is a subsidiary of Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO), headquartered in Thomasville, Ga. Flowers Foods is one of the largest producers of fresh packaged bakery foods in the United States with sales of $3.8 billion.

Entergy Arkansas provides electricity to approximately 700,000 customers in 63 counties. Entergy Arkansas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, an integrated energy company engaged primarily in electric power production and retail distribution operations. Entergy owns and operates power plants with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including nearly 10,000 megawatts of nuclear power, making it one of the nation’s leading nuclear generators. Entergy delivers electricity to 2.8 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy has annual revenues of more than $11.5 billion and approximately 13,000 employees.

The check presentation was attended by (left to right) – Margaret Ann March, Flowers Baking Company director of sustainability; Tim DuBose, Flowers Baking Company of Batesville director of engineering; Rick Riley, president and CEO of Entergy Arkansas, Inc.; Barry Hammers, Flowers Baking Company of Batesville president; Lori Driver, Flowers Baking Company of Batesville ESS director; and Rick Stolarik, Flowers Baking Company of Batesville engineering superintendent.

A Big Thanks to Literacy Supporters

Lauren Willette The Ozark Foothills Literacy Project would like to thank our supporters for making our first annual Tamales for Tutoring fundraiser a huge success! Staff, students, and volunteers made over 600 tamales and raised over $800 for the Literacy Project.

We’d like to say thank you to our sponsors as well.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church provided their kitchen. Cave City’s Hometown Market donated $50 for ingredients.

La Illusion donated corn husks. PECO provided forty pounds of chicken, and Batesville Printing donated tickets.

Local Faces At OFLP, we rely on fundraisers to provide services at no cost to our students. The money raised will go toward books, paper, supplies, and keeping our doors open. We greatly appreciate the community’s support and are looking forward to making tamales next year.

The Literacy Project is a United Way member agency and part of the Arkansas Literacy Councils network of adult literacy organizations. Office space is provided by Citizen's Bank. For more information about the Ozark Foothills Literacy Project, please call 870-793-5912 or visit www.oflp.org.

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38th Annual Scottish Fest Alexandra Patrono Smith

Lyon College will hold the 38th annual Arkansas Scottish Festival on the weekend of April 7-9 on the college’s campus.

Established in 1981 as the Ozark Scottish Festival, the festival is emblematic of the College, its Scottish heritage, and its Presbyterian connection.

The festival will kick off on Friday evening with a Celtic concert in the historic Brown Chapel. Admission to the concert is $10. Children under the age of 18 are not required to pay an admission fee.

Gates open at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Saturday’s events will begin with a Scottish breakfast at the College’s dining hall followed by music, solo piping and drumming competitions, sheepdog demonstrations, Highland dancing demonstrations, children’s games, and a British car show.

Opening ceremonies will begin at 1 p.m. with a parade of massed bands and clans. The parade will comprise all present bands and individual pipers and drummers, as well as the parade of clans, in which representatives of all the attending Scottish clans and societies show their banners.

Afternoon activities include the SW pipe band championships and an awards ceremony. The awards ceremony includes trophies for bands, the Celtic poetry contest, piper of the day, drummer of the day, and best clan. A feast and ceilidh (a party with music and dancing) will finish off the day.

Sunday morning's events begin with a traditional Iona outdoor worship service, with a helping of tea and scones available at 8:30 a.m. Highlights of the day include pipe band demonstrations, Celtic music, and the Bonniest Knees Contest, which features blindfolded women feeling the knees of kilted men to determine whose are the “bonniest.”

This year, the festival will also host the Tartan Mountain Bike and Trail Race. The Tartan will feature four trail racing events: the 5K trail run, the 10K trail run, the 10-mile mountain bike race, and the kilted mile, where competitors run a mile in their kilts. Proceeds from these events will go toward raising money for the maintenance of the College's trail system. For registration fees and event times, visit lyon.edu/trailrace.

The Lyon College Mabee-Simpson Library Book Sale will be held in conjunction with the festival. Proceeds benefit the library.

There will be hundreds of books, DVDs, and CDs on a variety of subjects available. If you would like to donate books to the sale, simply drop off your donation at the Mabee-Simpson Library on campus. For more information about the book sale or donations, please call 870-307-7206 or email camille.beary@lyon.edu.

Admission to the festival is free. The festival will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 8, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 9.

For more details on events, visit lyon. edu/scotsfest.

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16th Annual Ozark Foothills FilmFest Line-Up Judy Pest

The 16th annual Ozark Foothills FilmFest has released the schedule of screenings and ancillary activities slated for this year's festival. The festival is scheduled for April 14, 15, 21, and 22. All screenings take place in Independence Hall on the campus of the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville.

Other activities will take place at Lyon College and Josie's Steakhouse, also in Batesville.

The FilmFest will screen 34 films during the four day event, most of which are Arkansas premieres. About a dozen of the filmmakers whose work is presented will attend and conduct post-screening Q&As. Admission is $5 adult and $4 students and seniors for individual screenings and $30 adult and $25 students and seniors for a “Red Eye” All Movie Pass.

The festival will continue its tradition of screening a feature film with live music accompaniment. Yakona, winner of the Audience Award in the “Visions” category at the SXSW Film Festival, is an exquisitely filmed tribute to the San Marcos River that explores the history and ecology of its flowing waters from the perspective of the river itself. According to the Hollywood Reporter, “With nary a word of narration and only one explanatory onscreen title at the very end, the hybrid documentary Yakona tells a captivating story through a rich blend of sound and image...The strong visuals are enhanced

by Justin Hennard's artfully layered sound design and Justin Sherburn's impressively varied score.” The composer of the score, Justin Sherburn, and members of the Montopolis Chamber Ensemble will perform the score live to accompany the screening.

On the last day of the festival, Saturday, April 22, the focus will be on movies that embody authentic portrayals of the people, places, and practices unique to rural America. The series of films and related filmmaker panel discussion, titled “Reel Rural: Rural America in Independent Film,” will explore how the independent film genre is uniquely positioned to depict regional mores and points of view. The program begins with a filmmaker panel discussion at 10:15 AM on the Lyon College campus and continues throughout the day with screenings of three feature length and five short films at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, with most of the filmmakers on hand to introduce their movies and take questions from the audience. Kieran Valla, director of the film Delinquent, explains how a limited budget can contribute positively to both the filmmaking process and the final product: “We still didn't really have enough money, so what made the movie possible—and what also made production challenging—was shooting in our hometown in rural Connecticut. We didn't have the infrastructure of a city with a lot of film production or the money for professional extras and props, but we were able to get the town behind us, build relationships with everyone from the police and fire departments to schools, and

substitute enthusiasm for cash support.”

Films of special interest to Arkansans include The Arkansas Wild Man, a profile of beloved rockabilly trailblazer Sonny Burgess; Relocation Arkansas: Aftermath of Incarceration, about the experiences of Japanese detainees during and following their incarceration at the Rohwer, Arkansas internment camp during World War II; and Downstream People, exploring the social and environmental consequences of a corporately contracted industrial hog farm built inside the Buffalo National River watershed. For the complete schedule for the 16th annual Ozark Foothills FilmFest, visit www.ozarkfoothillsfilmfest.org.

The 2017 festival is sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts, First Community Bank, the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, Lyon College, FutureFuel Chemical Company, Suddenlink, Entergy, White River Distributors, Kent's Firestone, the Ozark Gateway Tourist Council, Bryant's Pharmacy, Comfort Suites, Lifeplus, Bad Boy Mowers, and numerous other individuals and small businesses.

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Justin Sherburn and the Montopolis Chamber Ensemble Performing the Score for Yakona

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Things To Do

Mark Martin Fan Days At 1601 Batesville Blvd, Batesville, Arkansas on April 27, 28 and 29 starting at 10 a.m.

Batesville Motor Speedway For all of your favorite upcoming races, log onto batesvillemotorspeedway.net for all you need to know.

Hunter Education June 24, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE Aug. 26, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE This class sponsored by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is required for anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1968. To hunt in Arkansas, you must complete a hunter education course and carry a valid hunter education card.

Youth under age 16 may hunt without hunter education as long as they are under the direct supervision of an adult who is 21 years of age. There is no specific age requirement to enroll in hunter education. However, the educational reading material is based on a sixth-grade reading level.

Mary Zirkle, instructor. UACCB Nursing Allied Health Bldg, 927/928. Pre-registration online is required. To register call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.

Boater Education - New! Apr. 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1986 and of legal age to operate a motorboat or sailboat must have successfully completed an approved Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Boating Education Course and carry proof while operating a motorboat or sailboat on Arkansas water. To operate a motorboat powered by an engine of 10 horsepower or more, a person must be 12 or older or be under the direct supervision of a person at least 18 years old. To operate a personal watercraft, a person must be 16 or older; be 12 to 15 years old and be under the direct supervision of a person at least 18 years old or be under 12 and be under the direct supervision of a person at least 21 years old. Denis Dunderdale, North Central Regional Education Coordinator instructor. UACCB Nursing Allied Health Bldg, 902. For more information or to register, call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.

Registration online is required at the following link: https:// register-ed.com/events/view/92118 Hospitality and Etiquette-New! Apr. 3, 4-8 p.m. $99 This workshop is targeted for all frontline staff who interact daily with guests or customers including receptionists, wait staff, hostesses, cashiers, hotel front desk, guest services, bell services, concierge, communications, housekeeping supervisors of hotels and anyone representing your business on a daily basis. Dr. Edward Myers and Angela Davis, instructors. UACCB Independence Hall, 102. For more information or to register, email workforce@uaccb. edu or call 870.612.2080.

ServSafe Food-2 day training Apr. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Apr 6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $140 The ServSafe program provides food safety training to food service managers. Students can earn the ServSafe 30 And just as the wind picked up, I understood that all would be well.

Food Protection Manager certification accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). Julian Carpenter, instructor. UACCB Independence Hall, 102.

For more information or to register, call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.

Wilderness First-Aid Apr. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $60 Dan Nash, owner of Satori Adventure and Expeditions, teaches a condensed version of the general two-day wilderness first aid class that is centered around the most common injuries and medical issues that may arise while in the wilderness. Unlike many other wilderness first aid classes, Dan takes this class a step further in providing practical exercises that not only cover the diagnosing and treating of patients but also the evacuation if necessary.

Students will need to bring their first aid kit, along with other items that they would normally take with them on a day trip, such as trekking poles, rain gear, survival kit, water, extra clothing, etc. The class will be 8 hours in length and consist of 5 hours of classroom and 3 hours of practical exercises. During the practical exercises, students will use what they have available to build litters, splints and learn to extract patients. UACCB Nursing Allied Health Bldg, 902. To learn more about Dan’s classes, visit www.hikingtheozarks.com. For more information or to register, call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb. edu.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 Apr. 11, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m $69 Excel Level 3 covers how to use Excel for a variety of problem-solving tasks. Included are using Excel as a database, utilizing conditional formatting, data validation, the Data Table, outlining and subtotaling, Paste Special with calculations, consolidating, programmatic formulas including VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, ISERROR and nested IF statements with AND and OR, and Pivot Tables and Scenarios. Rhonda Williams Byrd, instructor. UACCB Main Campus Bldg, 222. For more information or to register, call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.

Southside HIPPY Program The Southside HIPPY Program is now enrolling 3 and 4 year old children. To participate in this free Kindergarten readiness program, call 870-251-4024. A love of learning begins at home.

Spay or Neuter Coupons The Humane Society of Independence County (HSIC) wants to remind everyone that it offers coupons worth $35 off the cost of having your pet spayed or neutered.

Everyone that is having to deal with unwanted puppies and kittens can easily “fix” this problem. HSIC is offering 10 coupons per month for any dog spay or neuter, no income restrictions. They also have 10 spay only coupons (dog or cat) each month for low income families (requires proof of income under $25,000). Please call the shelter during office hours (Tuesday through Friday from Noon-5:30 p.m. and Sat 11a.m.-4 p.m.) for more information. The shelter phone number is (870) 793-0090.

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 Do you feel overwhelmed or frustrated dealing with someone who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another memory loss disorder? The Caregiver Support Group of Batesville provides opportunities for you to talk with others who really understand what you are going through. 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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Lyon College adds Trail Race to Scottish Festival Activities The Arkansas Scottish Festival is a 3-day event, established in 1981. This event brings in thousands of spectators from across the country to the campus of Lyon College in Batesville, Arkansas. The event this year will take place on Saturday and Sunday April 8th9th. This year with help from the Lyon Education and Adventure Program (L.E.A.P) they are adding several different trail racing events to raise money towards maintaining Lyon College's Trail System. The campus offers nearly 5 miles of trail on its beautiful wooded campus that is open to the public. The trail system is open to walkers, joggers, and mountain bikers alike.

Event Schedule Kilted Mile - Run a mile in a kilt! $5.00 April 8th at Noon 5K & 10K Trail Run - Lyon College's Trail System. $20 & $25 April 8th at 8 a.m.

10 Mile Mountain Bike Race. $20.00 April 9th at 8 a.m. *Discounts given for those who want to participate in multiple events. For more information and to register visit www.lyon.edu/trailrace or call 870-3077529.

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SHOP 1.) Melba Theatre 2.) CIX Main 3.) The Pinto 4.) Bigs 5.) Unique Nosh 6.) Elizabeth’s 7.) Village Adventures 8.) Autry’s White River Furniture 9.) Babb’s Upholstery and Boutique 10.) Siloe’ Thompson’s Jewelry Store Gossamer Wings Antiques Marshall Dry Goods, Inc Ultimate Scrubs & More Paper Chase Bookstore Ozark Furniture Outlet Hidden Treasures Boutique Batesville Gun and Pawn Small and Hip Children’s Boutique Etta’s Attic Antiques & Colllectables Randy’s Music Furniture 4 Less Batesville Computing Sleep Star Lite Back In Time Antiques Dancing Robbin 3rd Street Farm Supply Schwegman’s Office Products

Wann Office Supply Home For The Holidays Home Decor and Accessories Earth Station Nursery T-Shirt Express Old Towne Mall Emboidery and Beyond PLAY Simply Southern Playhouse and Music Theatre Ascension Gym Main Street Gym North Arkansas Dance Academy BAAC Gallery on Main Gallery 246 Pocket Park Inspiration Point Poke Bayou Maxfield Park SERVICE Merchants & Planters Bank Batesville Municipal Building Independence County Office Jills Alterations Fringe Salon Electric Wonderland Tattoos and Piercings Batesville Title Services Independence County Abstract

M&P Sponsors Main Street Main Street Batesville recently received a large influx of funding thanks to a sponsorship from Merchants & Planters Bank, who has offered to fund all of the organizations main reoccuring events this year.

"Right now, we have five main events you see every year - things like the Winter Gala and Haunted House," Executive Director Shannon Haney said of the Main Street Batesville organization. "These are things we do for the community, but also to raise funds for the work we do downtown."

Merchants & Planters has presented Main Street Batesville's Winter Gala for several years before. Following the success of this year's event, President Lee Conditt extended an offer to keep doing that for the rest of the regular Main Street Batesville events.

"We've never had this happen. I think it shows the growing confidence the community has in what we're doing," Haney said. "The downtown is seeing major economic revitalization, and both businesses and individuals want to ensure more of that."

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The Styling Room Lee & Associates Wheeler’s Boot and Shoe Repair The Studio Salon The Batesville Daily Guard Independence County Library CHRUCHES First Presbyterian First United Methodist First Baptist St. Paul’s Episcopal Fellowship Bible Church & Office WALK-A-BLOCK PARKING Bayou and Water Street Broad and College Street Central Ave and College Street Main and State Street OTHER ATTRACTIONS Geocaching, Farmer’s Market May November. Events such as Motorcycles on Main, Fall on Main Artoberfest, Haunted House, Trick or Treating.

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rehab. We're lobbying for better legislation. We're pursuing grants, and giving grants. We're advertising and promoting the downtown. So, there are still lots of places to take ownership and say 'this is the piece where we want to help'."

Main Street Batesville receives no state or federal dedicated funding, but raises its own funding. For more information on sponsoring an event or becoming a supporter of the Main Street Batesville organization, call 844-462-4482 or email mainstreetbatesville@gmail.com.

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Lee Conditt, President of Merchants & Planters Bank in Batesville, presents a $2500 check to Danny Dozier for the Garden Party event Dozier chairs. The event is one of five Main Street Batesville events for which Merchants & Planters offered to be the presenting sponsor this year.

552 McHue Road, Batesville MLS #16-591 / $244,900

Beautiful, Brick home freshly painted, new shingles & recently updated w/new travertine tile & granite counter tops, located on 10.54+/- acres only minutes from Batesville. Open floor plan w/oak cabinets, built-in hutch, wood floors in living areas and master bedroom. Master suite has trey ceilings, huge walk-in closet. Master bath has a large walk in shower and a jetted tub. Extra room that can be used as an office or dining room off of front entrance. Also has a heated and cooled bonus room over the garage with laminate flooring for exercise room, bedroom, etc.

270 Harmontown Road, Batesville MLS #16-570 / $97,900

Comfortable Country Cottage has had many updates in the past few years including new metal roof, new master suite, new flooring, new central heat and air, new light fixtures, updated bathrooms, and wonderful shady back deck. (Barn not included in price, but may be purchased separately for $10,000 by whomever purchases home if desired.)

50 A&W Lane, Charlotte MLS #16-533 / $136,000

This home has a lot to offer. 4 bedrooms and 1 and a half baths, the upstairs bathroom has an extra shower and vanity. Nice large 2 story home on 6.67 acres m/l. This home has privacy and acreage. There is about an acre pasture fenced off for horses, etc. A big garden spot, barn with shed, and mature large trees for shade in yard. The 4th bedroom was added on and is cooled with window a/c. There is also an extra room just off the master bedroom that is not completely finished, still needs sheetrock. Perfect for an office, mancave, 5th bedroom, etc. even has its own outside entry. There is another room next to the laundry area could be office or breakfast area. Very versatile home in the country, yet minutes from town. Room for your horse and chickens. CH&A and roof top put on 2013

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Esprit

Joseph Thomas I steady myself, quieting my needs and wants to focus on feeling the connection between the world, my body and my mind. I endeavor to feel the ground beneath my feet with every fiber of my awareness. It is within this

grounding that I root myself to the understanding that I know nothing. What I feel I know is all based upon what I feel, what I see, what I hear and all that I touch; and knowing that all of these senses can be manipulated by factors beyond me and within me allow me the freedom to accept the magic and beauty all around without explaination or control. N

Cherri Design

Symmetry or Asymmetry

Cherri Rodgers has a B.S. In Interior Design from UCA. She is active in several local ministries & community projects. Most of all, she values time with her family and grandson. Cherri's Interior Design is available for both residential & commercial design or decorating needs. Cherri now has The Kitchen Shop at 2485 Harrison St. for all your kitchen needs.

Symmetry or asymmetry - our brain tends to prefer one over the other. As you look at the world around you, you can determine which order or balance your brain prefers.

As we explore the aspects of symmetry and asymmetry, you will immediately identify with one of these layouts that will guide you in the balance of your home’s design.

Ideally symmetrical balance arranges identical objects equally on each side of an imaginary line. This type of design tends to be more formal and traditional than its counterpart and employs more straight lines. It adds a feeling of dignity to the space and can convey a peaceful environment. Just be aware that too much symmetry can also create a boring, dull interior.

To achieve symmetrical balance, divide your room in half with an imaginary line. If you have a fireplace in the center of a wall, this is the perfect place to begin. The easiest way to achieve balance is to place identical objects on each side of this line. Basically you are creating a mirror image, whether it is with furniture or accessories. If you choose not to use identical objects, such as the same two sofas or vases, you can opt to use objects that are not identical, but create equal balance. For example, place a sofa on one side and two chairs on the other side of this line facing the sofa. Remember to keep the size of the 34 And just as the wind picked up, I understood that all would be well.

chairs equal in scale to the sofa to achieve balance. This same principle applies to accessories. For example, instead of placing two identical vases on your mantle, opt for one vase and another object of equal balance.

Asymmetrical balance is more informal and more difficult to achieve. This design requires more imagination and thought, but remains interesting for a longer period of time. Objects of different shapes, sizes and colors can be used in infinite ways. Asymmetrical design seemingly provides a more spacious environment and tends to shift the focus from the center. This is generally more active than its counterpart and is predominant in contemporary interiors.

To achieve asymmetrical balance, a large object can be balanced by two smaller objects or a bright color can balance a neutral color. Whereas symmetrical design tends to maintain straight lines, asymmetrical does not necessarily adhere to straight lines. Angles are used frequently, such as angling furniture in corners or even in the center of the room. Accessories can also be angled. My preference is asymmetrical, as my brain prefers angles. I have a small trunk in my bedroom that sits along a short wall, but I angled it toward my bed. I also have a few large baskets on the floor that are angled. Many of my furniture pieces are sitting at an angle. Be warned that angled pieces take up more space than placing straight along a wall.

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Seniors, can we talk?

Hardships

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 widelypublished informational column, ‘Caroline, Can We Talk?’.

When Ruth called and asked if we could meet for lunch instead of her coming into my office I was concerned. This was a first. At lunch Ruth immediately said she had an awful February. The entire month was full of sad but real life events.

A pause then Ruth asked me “What does ‘dying too soon’ mean?” Before I could say anything she said that her lifelong, best friend, Betty, died of cancer. Betty was diagnosed with cancer less than a year ago at age. . . does it really make any difference how old she was? Ruth felt that she died too soon. She lost her friend. No more phone calls about nothing. No more “how to fix the world” conversations. Ruth said one of the hardest things was when she had to take Betty out of her phone “contacts”.

Fortunately, Betty had time to update her Will, think about her funeral and decide what “things” she wanted her family and friends to have to remember her by. Money was set aside to pay for her final expenses and medical bills not covered by her insurance. What a wonderful gift that was. Even notes to give Ruth her shoes, since they wore the same size.

Then Ruth said that during Betty’s last days she had gotten a call about another friend, Susie. Susie’s husband died. He had “had gotten sick along the way” and had a history of heart problems. He was doing fine the past few years but didn’t feel good that day. He told Betty that he wanted to go to the emergency room. As she was helping him put on his clothes, he died. Susie’s husband always took care of “their business affairs” and paid all the bills. Now Susie is totally lost – she lost her husband, had her credit card that she uses cancelled because it was in his name and has no idea what bills she has. Is his Will current? Betty

will know when she finds it – somewhere in the house!

At this point I understood why Ruth said February was an awful month.

As I was getting ready to try to comfort her, Ruth said that her Aunt Mary turned 103rd on her birthday. Wow! 103 years old. Her Aunt Mary had not planned on living this long. In fact she has outlived her only daughter and son-in-law. She is now in a nursing home in the memory unit. A few years ago her Aunt Mary had gone into the nursing home/rehab after she fell. Then went home and fell four more times. She then returned to the nursing home as a resident. After her initial fall, Aunt Mary had gotten all her paperwork and assets in order in case she “lived too long”.

Which will happen to you - die too soon, get sick along the way or live too long? Let’s talk more about these - call me at 501-868-6650 and say “Caroline, can we talk?” N

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Adventures in Arkansas Early Spring

Karin Mohlke Huffman is a stay at home mom. She enjoys hiking, camping being outdoors, and gardening. Karin is married to Nathan Huffman and mother of three children.

Well, spring happened! Flowers were everywhere, trees were blooming, birds were chirping and then the snow fell. We changed our times, we hid in storm cellars from tornados, we prayed and we believed in our Arkansas weather. The sun peeked her head out, then decided to take a nap, then the snow came again. Hello to March in Arkansas. I have to say, I enjoyed it every bit of it.

I recently traveled to Jasper to do a bit of exploring in the Richland Creek Wilderness Area. The area is located in the Ozark – St. Francis National Forest on over 11,000 acres of insane beauty. Tall Oak and Hickory trees cover the massive and fast flowing Richland Creek.

The area is located 26 miles south of Jasper on Scenic Highway 7.

The drive itself should be on every Arkansans bucket list! With miles of overlooks, wildlife and the Buffalo River, the drive will not disappoint.

Richland Creek Wilderness Area got its name from the main drainage that runs through the area and created Richland Creek itself. The

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creek is home to many waterfalls, rapids and swimming areas. We chose to head to the east end of the creek and hike to Twin Falls.

As we learned rather quickly, the trails in the area are not highly visible, and are mostly maintained by hikers that frequent the area. We started the hike in the campground area, and walked down about 30 steps to what we thought was a trailhead and map. Again, we quickly found out that we were a bit on our own as we found a handwritten map of the area. EEEk!!!

We followed a small trail to the creek, and saw a huge sign marked “Twin Falls” and headed that direction. We found out the only way to that sign was to cross the very cold and knee deep Richland Creek.

We began looking for a bridge or trail to cross, and realized the only way to cross was to brave the frigid, swift waters. So, we started looking for the best route, which ended up with us walking across a broken tree about 10 feet across very swift waters. I was a bit scared, yet followed through. I walked across the tree and ultimately followed a trail to the twin falls. I won’t bore you with details, but we went up to a point where I felt a bit queasy but looked down at the creek and decided to move forward.

Needless to say, the hike kicked my bum, and I was just about ready to give up when I heard a loud “WOO HOO” coming from the direction we

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were walking. I knew that meant water! So, we headed that way.

We stumbled upon about 5 people from home crossing the creek from the opposite direction. The “WOO HOO” I heard was a person falling into the creek as they tried to cross.

As I said earlier, Richland Creek is swift. Thank goodness we saw this troupe of fellow hikers as they gave us directions from that spot to Twin Falls. All we had to do now was cross the creek AGAIN and we were mere minutes away.

We decided to walk upstream to find a shallow spot to cross, and with a bit of luck and grace we made it across. A few minutes later we were looking at Twin Falls. It was definitely worth the crazy hike we just trekked to see it. Two beautiful fast flowing falls into a green pool of water made my day.

We sat for a bit and took our pics, and reality hit me pretty hard… we had to walk the 2.5 miles back.

Needless to say, it wasn’t easy, and by the time I had to walk across the log back to solid ground, I crawled across it.

All in all, it was a great day, and that hike got the best of me, but I will be back to do it all over again.

I’m loving spring, and I am chasing waterfalls every chance I get! I always try to bring friends along on easier hikes, so look for the next column to include my very best friend, April Cannon go on an adventure with me. It should be rather comical, as she thinks walking to the mailbox is a hike. Until then, enjoy outside as much as you can.

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Tasty Talk

Chia Seed: Uses Hannah Rogers recently returned home after serving 5 years in the U.S. Coast Guard as a cook. She enjoys time with her dog, baking, hiking, and serving others.

Hannah is currently in the process of establishing Hananel Bakery in Batesville

Last month, the benefits of chia seeds were discussed. We found out that they help with our skin, hair, brain, bones, and internal processes. But now you ask, what do you do with them? Chia seeds can be eaten literally any way you choose to consume them.

Since the majority of people do not want to eat them raw, I tell people to put them in anything with a liquid consistency or that contains a liquid. Chia seeds are hydrophilic (water absorbing) and gelatinize in liquids, so the longer you leave them in a liquid, the softer and more gel-like they become. As a result of this “gel” that happens within a couple minutes, they are used in vegan baking as an egg substitute. When consumed in this state, it is used as a meal replacement by those looking to lose weight. Its absorbency of liquids also makes it a great binder ingredient in dishes like meatballs and meatloaf and as a soup or gravy thickener. When thickening dishes like gravy, I recommend grinding up the chia seeds first so they are not as noticeable.

In its raw state, chia seeds add a nice little crunch to yogurts, sandwiches, ice cream, salads, oatmeal, and

puddings. When ground up, they can easily be used for breading meats and vegetables. Also, they can be added to drinks, as long you stir often because they will settle on the bottom of your glass. Make sure you refrain from putting them in carbonated drinks, though. To increase the nutritional value of your meal, just add them while cooking or right before eating if you don’t want them to absorb the liquid. They can also be added to jams, jellies, dips, desserts, pancakes, breads (again, I recommend ground chia seeds), in stuffed meats, shredded meat, and enchiladas. I have the tendency to put them in literally everything I eat that contains a liquid, such as soups, beans, potatoes, juices, pasta dishes, quinoa, gravies, and sauces. I even put them in my baked goods, such as cakes, cookies, breads, bagels, pies, biscuits, and pretzels. To hide the colored spots in white foods, I use ground white chia seeds. The sky is literally the limit when it comes to using chia seeds!

So next time you go to cook or bake, don’t be afraid to throw a handful of chia seeds in the pot or bowl. Ground chia seeds are more expensive, so save your money and grind them yourself in your own blender or food processor as needed. In Batesville, you can find white chia seeds at Heartline Health Food Store (Vitamin Shoppe) and black chia seeds at The Kitchen Shop.

Increase your health with minimal expense and effort by consuming just two tablespoons of chia seeds every day. It’s not hard to do once you start experiencing its benefits!

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Smith’s Verdict ***1/2

Whiplash

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.

When you really think about it, that determined quest to be “one of the greats” in whatever field or craft is kind of disturbing, because you have to wonder how far that person going for it is willing to go to prove to be “great?” At what point is the line drawn? This can make for an unnerving story, because any artist is going to feel that kind of pressure and maybe even ponder about whether or not it’s worth it. Damien Chazelle’s “Whiplash” decides to go for it. Here’s a film about the progress of a budding musician executed with the intensity and tightness of a thriller. This easily could’ve been a feel-good story about a mentor pushing his student to the limit and both learning a lesson in a happy ending. But no—this film has a major, upsetting twist on the mentor/student relationship that makes it horrific and yet captivating.

They say with power comes fear, and that’s especially true with Terence Fletcher, played powerfully by the always-reliable character actor J.K. Simmons in probably the best performance of his long career.

Fletcher is the orchestra instructor from hell. He runs his band with the intensity of a drill sergeant (hell, he’d probably even make R. Lee Ermey’s “Full Metal Jacket” character wet his pants!), always pushing his students to their full potential so they satisfy not only him but also themselves. But his methods are beyond unorthodox, in that the best ways he can think of to get through to these people is with bullying and sociopathic behavior.

The latest victim of Fletcher’s teachings is Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller, very good), the film’s protagonist.

Andrew is a 19-year-old Manhattan music-school student who loves drumming and yearns to be one of the great jazz percussionists. One night, his drumming gets the attention of Mr. Fletcher who overhears him playing. First, Fletcher criticizes him, causing Andrew to first lose hope, and then strive to get better. He does earn a spot in Fletcher’s jazz band, where he learns from Fletcher’s teaching methods head-on.

Due to a teacher’s tough approaches, the student is challenged to understand his full potential in order to achieve his goal of being “great.” Someone once said artistry can redeem any subject matter, and even with old cinematic resources such as this central premise, it’s what is done with the narrative that makes the film what it is. And “Whiplash” doesn’t use predictability or fabricated sentiment or even a true bond between the two characters outside of the practice room (save for one scene later on, but even that’s more a way of challenging wits). It doesn’t even end the way I expect it to; it ends on a note that can be read as either tragic, triumphant, or even both. The bottom line is, “Whiplash” is not an audience-pleaser; writer-director Damien Chazelle 38 And just as the wind picked up, I understood that all would be well.

is more concerned with telling a cautionary tale and a complex story about obsession and impulse than giving viewers what they want from a story like this. Instead of cheering Andrew on as he becomes a better drummer, we feel pity for him as he beats himself up more and more trying to become “the best,” even when the blisters on his hands bust open and bleed as he practices or even performs live.

What really keeps the film’s audience on edge throughout the film is that anything could set Fletcher off. He could seem like a nice, understanding person to talk to, but all of a sudden, he could turn on a dime and become a sadist who will chew you up and spit you out.

You’re always left guessing what he’s thinking and also what it would take to cause him to act this way again.

It’s when he acts nice that I get chills while watching this film. And then, at the end, when he reveals something to Andrew and it’s too late to turn back, I was so nervous for this kid that the film had my undivided attention for the remaining final act.

J.K. Simmons deserves a Best Supporting Actor nomination come Oscar-time. His Fletcher portrayal is a powerhouse performance; one of the best I’ve seen all year. Any actor who can act in such an effective, unpredictable manner must be recognized. “Amazing” doesn’t begin to cut it when describing Simmons’ work here. He, along with Teller and Chazelle, helps make “Whiplash” a vibrant, riveting film that I won’t forget anytime soon.

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We have eaten at so many good restaurants, and many stand out.

We’ve got two recipes from a couple of our favorites from times gone by, and want to share them. First is the recipe for Boyce’s Sandwich Shop chili. Boyce’s was a favorite place in Batesville from the late 40’s until the 70’s. He was Boyce Evans, and I first remember him in the space next to the Landers Theater downtown. He and his wife, Viola, had two daughters, Sally Page and Linda Boyce, both contemporaries of mine, but sadly moved away after they married. His hamburgers were excellent, but his chili was the best. A friend of Sandy’s shared this recipe, and it is best after being refrigerated for two days, and freezes well. The ingredients are 6 lbs. ground chuck/1 cup water/3 teaspoons salt (at least)/ pepper to taste/10 crushed garlic buttons/2/3 cup chili powder/1 tablespoon cumin powder. Put the ground beef in the water in a large pan. Bring to a boil, turn down and simmer for two hours. Add garlic, salt, pepper, chili powder and cumin. Continue cooking 1 hour.

Add beans if desired. Cool and refrigerate for at least two days allowing the seasonings to balance and permeate. This makes a lot, but freezes well. Also, it makes a good Coney Island sandwich, another specialty of Boyce’s.

Another favorite from times past is the cheese dip from Mexico Chiquito in Rose City near Little Rock. This was the first Mexican restaurant I remember going to, and it was excellent. A Mr. and Mrs. Donnally came from Texas to start the restaurant, but by our time there in the 1950’s there were two ladies who ran it and served some of the best Mexican food I remember. We were college students and any time we could get out of the dining hall was a special treat. They served only one choice: a full Mexican meal complete with tacos, enchiladas, fried rice and beans. Their chips were the crispest, and the cheese dip to die for. Each dinner began with a small glass of spicy tomato juice (nonalcoholic) and was accompanied by fresh tasting fruit punch. Here is the recipe, given to Sandy by a friend and supposedly authentic, for the cheese dip. Ingredients: ½ stick (4 Tablespoons) butter/4 Tablespoons flour/1 teaspoon paprika/1/4 teaspoon ground mustard/1 teaspoon chili powder/3/4 teaspoon cumin/1 Tablespoon catsup/1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper sauce/1 cups whole milk/1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper and 6 ounces grated 755 St. Louis Street American cheese. Mix N Batesville

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