Eye On Jackson July 2016

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Disease Management Janet Gilliaum Henderson Downtown, The Emotional Heartbeat of a Community A Publication of Meadowland Media, Inc.

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In This Issue 6/Editor’s Note Hellooooo....Jackson

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6/Notes from the Clearing Hunger

7/Great Tastes

Summers Promise

8/Seniors, can we talk?

The Devil is in the Details

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10/Cover Story

Janet Gilliaum Henderson

13/NEDC Report

Downtown - The Emotional Heartbeat of a Community

14/I Do

Rayford - Beck Wedding

17/Things To Do

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21/Service Guide 23/In the Field wit Randy Disease Management

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Editor’s Note Hellooooo....Jackson Joseph Thomas

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The heat has found us yet again and may it show you a bit of mercy on those days you find yourself out in it. I hope we find you all doing well and am excited to share this 2016 July issue of Eye On Jackson with you.

Jon Chadwell tells us about the Heart of any community, Caroline Beauchamp discusses the devil and the details, Jarred Elliott speaks of passion, Randy Chlapecka talks disease managment and Kacey Burge introduces Janet Gilliaum

Henderson, a local powerful woman.

There is more to see, including local faces and things to do, so read on, stay cool and look at that precious girl just below.

I am proud to say, that breath of fresh air is our grand daughter and expecting a little brother any day now. Natalee, here is a kiss for you and we hope brother Blaine finds his way with a sense of serenity. We hope that ease extends to Momma (Laura), and Daddy (Coleton), as well.

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Notes from the Clearing Hunger

Joseph Thomas The craving in me was for betterment, to become more and so I began. I rested to cleanse my brain. I ran to engage with my body. I lifted to raise my form and stand taller. I wrote to row upon the flow of my thoughts and paint with dialogue. I tried and endeavored for their were

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dreams yet dreamt and deeds yet done. I flew for even in sleep challenges needed to be made and skies soared. In this I flourished because a mission is what we all seek in the end. A war-time peace with no bloodshed, save for the scrapes of effort.

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Great Tastes

Summers Promise Summer is savored for so many reasons; time off for family vacations or reunions, the beautiful flowers in rainbow colors that only thrive in the warm weather, time spent languishing at the pool or skimming across the water on skis; summer itself holds many promises. Another promise – one that is always fulfilled – is fresh summer vegetables. Abundant, tasty and full of variety, the sweet bounty of summer is good and good for you.

Both of the recipes below are high in fiber and flavor.

Roasting is great preparation for vegetables that produce crispy, caramelized exterior with a tender, flavorful interior. Try roasting any vegetable combination while remembering these tips (1) Use a metal pan with short sides (2) Use adequate oil to cover the vegetables and (3) Roast at high temperature, 375 - 450 degrees. Beans, peppers, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, carrots, eggplant, mushrooms, broccoli and many squash varieties are perfect for roasting.

COLORFUL SQUASH CASSEROLE Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

(This is a pretty free-form recipe. Easy to expand – it can’t be messed up. It is best when the ingredients are fresh and in season, but can be made year round. Adjust seasonings to your taste.)

1 large yellow onion, chopped 2 medium zucchini squash 2 medium yellow squash 1 lb. cherry tomatoes, halved OR 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped OR 1 28 oz can whole tomatoes, drained and squeezed by hand as you add to the bowl 1 ½ teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 Tablespoons flour 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning (rosemary, thyme, basil – use fresh if you have it!)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs Chop all vegetables to similar size (1/2 inch) for even cooking. Toss in large bowl with seasonings and flour. Place in lightly greased baking dish and bake until vegetables are soft and casserole is bubbling, approximately 30-40 minutes. Top with cheddar cheese and bread crumbs, continue in the oven until cheese melts and bubbles. Let stand for about 10 minutes until set.

For leftover vegetable soup – Remove any remaining cheese, stir in chicken stock until it is the desired consistency. You can also add other frozen or leftover vegetables – green beans, corn, carrots.

ROASTED STRING BEANS AND TOMATOES 1 pound string (green), washed and trimmed 8 ounces small salad tomatoes, cherry or grape size 2 Tablespoons olive oil Black pepper Kosher salt Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Add beans, tomatoes and oil to a gallon size plastic bag.

Massage until all vegetables are lightly covered with oil.

Arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast until vegetables are tender-crisp and have a few caramelized spots, approximately 12-15 minutes. Remove a sprinkle with kosher salt to taste. Serve immediately. N

Adrienne Freeman is a Jackson County based food writer whose work is published statewide. When not at the keyboard, she can be found in the kitchen, focusing on recipes and techniques that can be easily replicated by fellow enthusiastic home cooks. She always welcomes reader response at newport. foodies@yahoo.com.

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Seniors, can we talk?

The Devil is in the Details “Is that commercial really true?” Ruth said when she walked into my office. “The commercial that says you can enroll in a Medicare supplement plan any time. And you can change plans any time and maybe reduce your cost.”

Yes, that is true. But, “the devil is in the details”. You can enroll in a Medicare supplement plan any time but you may have to answer medical and tobacco questions and you may be denied coverage or charged an extra premium.

When is a Medicare supplement plan “guaranteed to be issued” and when do you have to answer medical questions? This is confusing because it depends on your situation. In fact this is one of the most commonly asked questions by Medicare beneficiaries.

The best time to enroll in a Medicare supplement policy is during your open enrollment period. This starts six (6) months after you’ve turned 65 and enrolled in Medicare Part B. You must be BOTH. No medical questions can be asked and you cannot be asked if you use tobacco. You can enroll in any plan offered regardless of your health. Your premium will be the same if you chew tobacco and just had bypass surgery or if you have never used any tobacco and don’t take any medication.

If you decided to work after you turned 65, you may have stayed on your employer’s group health insurance plan. (In this case, you didn’t need to enroll in Part B and didn’t need to pay the cost of Part B.) Now you’re 71, retiring and getting off your employer’s group health insurance plan. First you’ll need to enroll in Part B. Then you’ll be eligible to enroll in any Medicare supplement plan – guaranteed. (And you’ll probably want a Medicare prescription plan, too).

If you enrolled in Part B when you turned 65, your timeframe and options are different. You only have 63 days from the time you lose your employer’s group health insurance plan to enroll in a Medicare supplement plan. Then you can only enroll in Plan A or F. To enroll in a different Medicare supplement plan, you’ll have to answer medical and tobacco questions. And, yes, you may be denied coverage. Are there any exceptions? Yes, depending on the group health insurance company you were on through your employer (Call me and I’ll tell you more.)

Ruth said she overheard a man saying what he’s paying for his Medicare supplement plan – it’s a lot more than what Ruth’s paying. Can he change plans to one with a lower premium? Typically, he’ll have to answer medical questions and may or may not be accepted. Yes, there’s an exception to that too!

What about changing companies to get a lower premium? Yes, that’s an option BUT it’s not guaranteed.

Make certain you provide very specific information when asking about your Medicare supplement options.

Want to talk about you and your options? Call me at 501868-6650 and say “Caroline, can we talk?”

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

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Eye On Cover Story Janet Gilliaum Henderson

Success-The Fruit of Labor Janet Gilliaum Henderson was a true farm girl from as early as she can remember. As a little girl, she was introduced to the ins and outs of farming by her father, and quickly learned the importance of hard work and dedication. The devoted time and effort she put in to helping on the family farm as a child flowed into her adult life as she became a supportive wife, loving mother, and an integral part of a successful and thriving family business. Because of this, we are proud to recognize her as one of Jackson county’s most extraordinary women.

Preparation for Success Growing up on a farm in the small community of Engleside, about 7 miles outside of Newport, Janet had a great childhood surrounded by a tight knit and loving family. She, along with her father Robert Dale, mother Ruby and older sister Tammy, lived on a plot of land her father purchased from her great grandfather in the late 1960s. Her great grandparents, Bob and Elizabeth Gilliaum lived up the street, her grandparents, Dale and Loretta Gilliaum lived next door, and her other great grandparents Ben and Eunice Parker along with her aunts, uncles and cousins lived close by as well. It was literally a family community.

Janet’s great grandfather, Bob, settled on that 300+ acre plot of land they call home in Engleside in the 1880s. Once Janet’s father purchased the land from her great grandfather, the family began farming it, and have been for the past 50 years. It was here that Janet learned about hard work and sacrifice as her father taught her and her older sister Tammy all about working the land and growing and harvesting crops. “My sister and I started working on the farm as soon as we could see over the steering wheel,” Janet says, “We drove tractors, hauled hay, ran for parts, flagged airplanes and helped in the rice field.” One of her fondest childhood memories was jumping into the ice cold rice well water to cool off on hot summer days.

Sowing the Seeds of Success Janet graduated from Newport High School in 1984 and, in the spirit of a small town, knew many of her fellow graduates since kindergarten class with Miss Doris. She was a majorette in junior high and a Whippet in high school. “I loved performing at the half time of football and basketball games and cheering on our Greyhounds,” exclaims Janet proudly, a current and active member of the Newport Greyhound booster club.

“Our past time on the weekend was circling the Sonic drive-in and the Village Mall,” she remembers fondly.

Later, Janet went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture from Arkansas State University in December of 1988. In the spring of 1989, Janet moved to Little Rock to begin her first post 10 | We are word of mouth for your eyes.

graduate job at Mountaire Feed Mill.

After working a few years at Mountaire Feed Mill, an unexpected opportunity arose back in Newport.

The local feed dealer wanted to sell his store and asked Janet’s father if he would be interested in purchasing it.

Janet made the decision to move back to her hometown, and she and her father bought the store and the family business of Gilliaum Feed and Seed took root. Shortly after, her love life began to take bloom when she met Michael Henderson, the owner of Farmer’s Elevator and Warehouse in downtown Newport, and on September 2nd, 1997, they were married at the Villa Marie in Little Rock, AR. Cultivating Success Janet and her husband, Michael, have 2 sons. Their eldest son, Colton (18) is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, a student in the Honors College, and a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. Her youngest son, Weston (13) will be in the 8th grade at Newport High School. He is a member of the NJHS football team, Newport Jr Trap team, of which Janet and her husband are coaches, and a Boy Scout-Troop 264, for which Janet leads. Weston has also taken over his older brother’s show rabbits which have both won best breed, reserve champions, and best variety. “We keep them at the feed store so everyone can enjoy them,” Janet says of Lucc, the male Netherland Dwarf and Sophie, the 17lb Flemish Giant doe.

Gilliaum Feed and Seed is a family business with a family-friendly atmosphere. With the help of her father and their dedicated employees, Janet was able to bring her infant sons to work with her rather than enroll them in daycare. “It was not unusual to come in and see a kid in a walker circling the shelves or as they got older, playing basketball or baseball in the feed room,” Janet says with a smile.

Producing Success At Gilliaum Feed & Seed the whole family works as a team. Janet is responsible for the day to day tasks of running the business. Colton has been helping customers since he was 12, Weston loads out feed after school and during the summer break, her father is the in-house expert of all things garden and/or animal, and her mom fills in the gaps, taking care of anything and everything that arises in the business.

“When we started, the business was much different than today,” Janet says of the changing customer base they have. “We used to have many customers with pig and cattle farms. Those have been replaced with horses, rabbits and chickens.” She adds, “Many people living in town are raising chickens in their backyards.” Gilliaum Feed and Seed has evolved with these changing needs, and continues to provide excellent customer service

with 75 years of combined expert experience in the business of feed and seed. “It is not unusual for someone to call after hours or on a Sunday to ask if we can open the store for them. Of course, we say yes,” Janet says.

Recently, Janet and her mother have added a new facet to the evolving business, Gilliaum Graphics.

Together they design and create custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, personalized cups, mailboxes and dog collars, to name a few. “This has been a fun addition to our business,” Janet shares enthusiastically.

Harvesting Success “Our garden seed business is unique in the fact that we are one of the only stores that still sells garden seed in bulk, not prepackaged,” Janet says. At Gilliaum Feed and Seed, you can get a scoop, a ¼ pound, a pound or a 50 pound bag of seed, and people come from surrounding counties just for this particular and unique service.

The store offers products for all kinds of animals from house pets to hunting dogs to livestock. They can provide for the needs of dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, horses, goats, sheep and cattle, while also supplying anything you might need for your lawn and garden. “A lot of our customers have been with us since our first year,” Janet says proudly. That says a lot about the top of the line products and services you can expect to find at Gilliaum Feed and Seed.

Legacy of Success “Our goal for the future is to introduce more young people to gardening and raising animals so this family owned business can continue in this community,” Janet says of one of Gilliaum Feed and Seeds top priorities.

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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.

Brody Medlock Sharon Medlock

Sharon Medlock is so proud of her son, Brody, for his bravery, persistance and drive to follow his passion despite what could have been a tragic setback.

Thirteen year old Brody was in a rodeo accident in 2010, losing the thumb on his dominant hand. But, Brody wasn’t deterred, he merely saw it as a reason to learn a new form for roping. He has surpassed all expectations, and beliefs that he would never rope again. He is currently rodeoing in the Arkansas Junior High School Rodeo, National Little Britches Rodeo, and a few open amature events around this area. He has been nominated for the National Cinch Team, won All Around Cowboy at the AJRA rodeo in Mountain View.

Brody is currently in the top 6 in three of his events in high school rodeo for the state as well as Little Britches for the Central organizations. “He isnt looking for fame and fortune, Brody wants to share his story as a testimony of his faith and trust,” explains Sharon.

Sharon adds, “We have been extremely busy with his schedule. He has just qualified for the National level Jr. High School Rodeo. Brody keeps us hopping, but we support his passion and love his determination to do what he loves to do.” On July 28, 2012, Brody was at an amature rodeo, when a roping accident took his right thumb. He spent 9 days at Springfield, MO where an attempt to reattach his lost thumb was not successful.

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“On the way home from the hospital,” Sharon continues, “Brody insisted we stop at a local western store at Springfield to buy a new rope. When the accident first happened, Brody asked the Lord to help him and I’m positve that is the reason he is able to do the things he does.”

It was almost 8 weeks to the day from Brody’s release from the hospital when he roped in a local rodeo and placed 3rd in one of his events. Sharon says that Brody rode from the arena that day with a look of relief that said, ‘I can still do it.’ Since then Brody has won numerous buckles in team roping, break away roping and ribbon roping. He won All Around Saddle for the Arkansas Junior Rodeo in Mt. View, Arkansas and recently finished the Arkansas Junior High State Rodeo, placing 3rd in Team Roping and Break Away for the year. This qualified him for the National Junior High School Rodeo in Lebanon, Tennessee, in June.

Brody also qualified for the National Little Britches Rodeo in Guthrie, OK, in July. “I can’t say enough about his attitude. He has said from the start, ‘It’s just a thumb. I’m fine.’” Sharon explains. “He maintains the honor roll in school, attends church regularly and plays basketball.” She tells Eye On that Brody loves to fish, hunt, loves all sports and of course, he loves to Rope! The accompanying pictures were taken by and are compliments of Ann Scroggins.

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NEDC Report Downtown - The Emotional Heartbeat of a Community

In economic development, it becomes easy to focus on new development and new construction. The new things are exciting and fresh. They bring new opportunities to the community and are a visible sign of the community’s growth and vitality.

Yet, when people reminisce about the town, rarely do they cite the areas of new development among their favorite memories. Most often, those memories revolve around the downtown areas. Downtowns are the emotional heartbeat of communities.

Those communities that have revitalized their downtowns are creating an emotional anchor for new generations of citizens. They will remember when they had great experiences or activities in the downtown area.

While big retail and national corporate chains are an important mix of the local economy, nowhere in town is as conductive to a festival atmosphere, a pedestrian friendly entertainment district, museum opportunities and other quality-of-life amenities as the downtown district.

Industries that visit communities often cite the development, or lack of development, of a downtown district as part of their reason for deciding whether to locate in a particular community. They realize that if a community will abandon their emotional center, then they will have little trouble abandoning an industry in trying times. Almost every single industry that has toured Newport as a prospect has asked about what was being done to revitalize downtown. Downtown development goes hand-in-hand with economic development and community development.

That is why it is so exciting to see the work starting on the new downtown park located on Front Street.

Dirt work has started and in the near future you will see the construction of a permanent stage and a Veterans Memorial. The park is a springboard for other future development which will include starting ASU-Newport’s Movies in the Park, developing two new concert series in the summer months, restoring a building as a home for the Blue Bridge Center for the Delta Arts, rehabilitating a building as a home for the Arnett Doll Museum and expanding the Rock N Roll Highway Museum. Downtown Newport is roaring back to life and will be a big asset for further community and economic development of the town as a whole.

How can you help? Funding is still needed for all of these projects. First, you can make a pledge to pay a yearly amount of $100, $500, $1,000 or more per year for the next five years to help go toward the development mentioned above. Second, if you have a Veteran you want to honor, purchase a brick for them to be placed in the Veterans Memorial at $100 per brick. Other important people in your life can be honored with bricks in the community brick area, also for $100 per brick. Perhaps you have a

construction related skill and you can donate in-kind services to the project that will save funding. If you are able to help with the project in any of these ways, please contact D.R.I.V.E. at 870-523-1009 or director@newportaredc.org.

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Jon Chadwell is the executive director of the Newport Economic Development Commission (NEDC). The NEDC is funded by a ½ cent sales tax collected in Newport and works to assist in the development of business and industry in Jackson County.

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I Do Rayford - Beck Wedding Joseph Thomas

Jamie Leigh Beck met Charles Addison Rayford on a magical night, New Year’s Eve. It sounds as though it would have been a magical night regardless of the calendar date, because a spark was struck. “We had a fun New Year’s Eve together and there was definitely interest on both sides, but we took time getting to know one another,” explains Jamie. She says she loves surprises, but only because it is so difficult for anyone to ever pull one off for her. She is very observant, and Addison knew that if he tried doing anything out of the ordinary, she would find out.

Addison chose a random Tuesday evening, but cleverly decided to do it after a scheduled hair appointment, so that at least she would look good in the photos that his impromptu iPhone photographer would later take. The rain was pouring down, but he managed to slowly coax her home from her appointment before promising to take her to dinner if she would come by and pick him up. When she arrived, the blinds were closed and he did not come outside, so she ran up to the door only to find it locked. She ran back out into the rain, grabbed her keys, and quickly opened the door.

When she stepped inside, she saw Addison on one knee and knew immediately what was happening. Before saying yes, to a sweet and heart-felt proposal, she asked one question of him, “Are you sure?” When he said “yes,” so did she.

The couple married in Destin, Florida and you can almost hear the waves ebbing and flowing upon Henderson Beach in the wedding pictures. The ceremony was led by Jamie’s aunt, Reverend Pansie Evers and took place at Henderson Beach State Park with close friends and family present. Jamie says, “The groomsmen wore a light blue and the maids were dressed in a soft blush color. The ocean provided a peaceful background as the groomsmen approached the alter with a cover of the song ‘Heaven,’ made famous by Bryan Adams playing

in the background. The bridesmaids and bride elegantly made their way to a cover of the song ‘Use Somebody,’ made famous by Kings of Leon,” added Jamie. Vows were exchanged in a traditional ceremony and a special reading from 1 Corinthians Chapter 13, requested by the bride and groom, closed the ceremony. The bridal party left the ceremony to a more upbeat tune, “Party in the USA.” The happy couple is planning to take a honeymoon at the end of 2016, around the five year anniversary of when they met.

Addison is a native of Batesville, a graduate of Batesville High School and of Arkansas Tech University, and works at White River Financial Services in Batesville. Jamie is from Rector, AR, is a graduate of Arkansas State University and The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and serves as the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce Chief Operating Officer.

And just a side note, having worked with Jamie on the Main Street Batesville Incubator Committee, she is always very knowledgeable, a great source of information with an opinion that I respect very much; she is a great asset to her community and we wish these two all the best as they continue to improve and enjoy Independence County. N

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Unity Health Nurse Nominated Hazel Halliburton

Unity Healthy – Harris Medical Center (Unity Health – HMC) developed award-winning corporate, association and board is proud to announce that Unity Health Registered Nurse Travis publications for more than 400 clients nationwide. PCI has Carter, was recently nominated for the “Compassionate Nurse become the nation’s largest publisher of State Boards of Nursing Award” through Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI). From across magazines as well as State Academies of Family Physicians Arkansas, 53 nominees were selected journals. through PCI and Carter was placed in the ABOUT UNITY HEALTH – HARRIS top 10 finalists.

MEDICAL CENTER: “Travis is your ideal nurse; he excels Unity Health – Harris Medical Center at everything he does,” said Jeremy Capps, is a 133-bed facility with complete inpatient Unity Health – HMC Director of Nursing. and outpatient care. The Harris Medical “When patients walk in, they immediately Center staff believes in the power of people feel at ease when they find out he is their to create great care. Harris Medical Center nurse and they ask for him by name. Not is more than 225 healthcare professionals only is he a compassionate nurse, but strong and works hard every day to create he’s a great leader and an outstanding a place of healing, caring and connection employee. It is a great honor for him to for patients and families in the community be a nominated for this award and he is they call home. In addition to the main extremely deserving of this recognition.” campus, Unity Health – Harris Medical Carter was also recently promoted to Center’s network includes Unity Health House Supervisor for the Unity Health – - Medical Clinic, Unity Health - Internal HMC nursing staff.

Medicine, Unity Health - Women’s Clinic Travis Carter, RN Publishing Concepts, Inc. has and Unity Health - Pediatric Clinic.

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Things To Do IMRAC Membership Drive

The Iron Mountain Regional Arts Council (IMRAC) is having its annual membership drive. You can help support the arts and local events by becoming a member for $20 per single, $30 per couple or $40 family membership. IMRAC hosts a variety of events annually including Meet the Authors, sending children to Harding for live theater productions and other art & education programs for children. They also sponsor local events like Depot Days, the Delta Visual Arts Show, Portfest.

Membership dues can be sent to IMRAC, P.O. Box 1511, Newport, AR 72112.

SACS State Capital Rally SACS is having a Rally On Unfair Custody Cases July 14th @ State Capital 10am - 2:00pm. Everyone is welcome to join. Call 870.512.9295 for more info.

Babysitting Basics Jackson County Cooperative Extension Service and ASU-Newport will host Babysitting Basics Wednesday July 20, 9:00-2:00. The class is for youth 9-19.Class size is limited to 15 participants. The class will be held in Walton Hall-ASU-Newport Campus. Participants will learn about the responsibilities of a babysitter, understanding children and their care, behavior and guidance, the importance of play, safety and emergency procedures, and business basics. For participants to receive the certificate of completion for this course they

must attend all day. Participants will need to bring a sack lunch. Deadline to register, July 15. To register call 870-523-7450.

Farmer’s Market Don’t forget to stop by the Farmers Market every Saturday and Wednesday mornings starting at 7 a.m.

Located in the market pavilion next to Newport Lake June through October.

Jackson County Book Nook The Jackson County Book Nook, located directly behind Umsted Methodist Church on McLain St., is open each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They offer a wide range of books for all ages. Friends of the Jackson County Library operate the Book Nook and all proceeds go to help with programs and needs of the library.

Tuckerman City Council Meeting The 2nd Tuesday of each month. Tuckerman Water & Sewer 870-349-5336.

Manna Manna Food Pantry is located in the Newport Pentecostal Church of God at 205 Ray street in Newport.

They are an open door pantry which means people that are in need can come in and choose the items that their family will enjoy. They do not go by any kind of income guide lines and are open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. They have partnered with the NEA food bank in jonesboro and so are able to help more people in need. Anyone looking to donate to the pantry can contact Cynthia Lochridge. at 870-219-0857 or can log on to www.newportpcg.com.

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Laura Gates Edwards with daughter Natalee and husband Coleton. Laura was one of a multitude of recent graduates of ASU Newport. The auditorium was full, the whole building was packed and ASUN setup a screening room for those who couldn’t get in for the ceremony. I was impressed with the turnout, proud of my alma mater and so very proud of Laura.

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Dr. Jeff Angel, Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist at White River Medical Center in Batesville, recently gave a presentation in Newport on Orthopaedic Services. Dr. Angel began seeing patients in the Newport Diagnostic Medical Clinic June 10.

He will be seeing patients in Newport once a month. Dr. Angel practices at the MPOC Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Batesville alongside Dr. J.D. Allen, Dr. Dylan Carpenter, and Clay Kiihnl, PA. Their scope of practice includes fracture repair, joint repair/ replacement, osteoporosis prevention and treatment, sports medicine, and arthritis treatment.

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In the Field with Randy Disease Management After a great start to the planting season, followed by 2 weeks of wet weather in late May and early June that caused some management problems, things have started to shape up again in mid-June. The rice and corn crops have shaped up pretty well for the most part while the soybean crop is a bit more erratic due to some of the issues caused by heavy rains in late May. As we enter July our thoughts shift from fertilization and weed control to irrigation and pest management issues such as insect and disease control.

Fungal diseases can be a major issue in rice, soybean, and corn production. Sheath blight, blast, and the smuts can be major issues in rice. Frogeye leaf spot and aerial blight can be problems in soybeans with soybean rust often lingering in the back of our minds. Southern rust is typically our biggest concern in field corn.

When it comes to fungicide usage, producers usually fall into two camps. Some automatically apply fungicides to manage diseases while others utilize the scout and spray method, in other words they scout their fields regularly and only apply fungicides if diseases are present and at treatment threshold levels. I have seen plenty of successful farmers in each of the two camps.

Regardless of which camp a farmer falls into, there is plenty of good information available to help make good decisions. The fungicide manufacturers have plenty of good information about their products, especially the product label which should be read before using a product. The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture – Research and Extension has plenty of good information available as well. Their publication MP154 – Arkansas Plant Disease Control Products Guide, has plenty of good information available on fungicide usage.

Key things to remember are to always use a fungicide that is effective for your particular disease situation, always use the appropriate rate, always get good coverage on the crop, and always time the application to get the most out of it.

If you need help in making disease management decisions, don’t hesitate to contact me at the Tuckerman Office of Farmers Supply Association (870-349-1316), on my cell at (870-318-0739), or by e-mail at randychlapecka@gmail.com. N

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