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Editor’s Note Welcome
2021
Joey Thomas Well, first let me welcome Dr. Johnny M. Moore back to his home state of Arkansas as he steps into his new position as ASU Newport’s Chancellor. I want to welcome a new year, with new hopes for something more than 2020 offered us. I want to mention the loss of Mrs. Donna London and offer her family our condolences. I want to offer our well wishes for everyone else who is still recovering or dealing with COVID-19. My Uncle Robert Moss is feeling better everyday and we are happy to have him in our lives. It was a year of loss and turmoil and fear as well as disbelief and frustration for others as our political climate took a turn from the previous four years. I hope that we can see some unity in this new year and perhaps some comprehension of how we got here to this precipice of hate and violence that spews so
easily across the internet’s many platforms. We wish better for us all and hope you will continue to join us every month, hardcopy/online, to read about our little tucked away part in this big world of uncertainty. Read on to find Kimberlee’s Follow Up on BII as well as her Cover Story on Grant Goodwin and Southside Charter School. We have articles on Dr. Johnny M. Moore, Leigh Keller’s latest, great recipes from the lovely Barnett’s and the monthly agricultural report from Randy Chlapecka. Also, Cherri Rodgers’ latest research, Hannah Rogers helpful offerings of health awareness, Caroline Beauchamp’s insurance tips and Michelle Foshee’s latest on Unity Health Harris. Rob Montgomery shares some spiritual thoughts, we have Local Faces, Things To Do and messeges
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In This Issue 3/ Editor’s Note Welcome
7/ Cherri Design
Bed Coverings
22/ Cover Story
8/ Unity Health Harris
Grant Goodwin - Pilot & Teacher
Unity Health Harris Offering Oncology / Hematology
9/ Follow Up...
25/ Church of God Offerings The New Year
The Path of Recovery
26/ In The Field with Randy
11/ Trending @ ASUN
Flood-Irrigated Rice
Dr. Johnny M. Moore New ASU-N Chancellor
12/ Seniors, Can We Talk?
27/ DownTown Guide 28/ Tasty Talk
14/ Things To Do 14/ Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista
29/ Church Directory 30/ Thyme Enough
Just a Reminder
How Do You Measure a Year?
15/ Local Faces
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Quite awhile back, I saw an advertisement for a weighted blanket. Since I had never heard of a weighted blanket, I decided to investigate this interesting idea. Soon after for some strange reason, my mom and I were talking about our preference in bed coverings. I like a thick comforter on my bed all year round, while my mom likes a light quilt or bedspread type covering. While I do get hot sometimes and sling the comforter off for a bit, I am most comfortable under the thickness. Silly me began to ponder why I like thick on me while I sleep. I think it is because all my childhood, in the winter, it was so cold in the bed when you first crawled in. We didn’t have electric blankets, so there were twenty quilts and half a dozen blankets on my bed (not really, but can anyone relate?). There was so much bedding piled on top of me to keep warm that I couldn’t even move. And once you got your spot warm, you did not dare move, else you had to start all over again. So I think that this is where I got the propensity for thick bedding. This month we are going to discuss a few variations for bed coverings, and I would like to suggest that you consider what you like before purchasing new bed coverings. If considering new bedding for children, question them about what they might prefer. You might also give them several weights of covering that you already have at home and see which they choose, especially if they are quite young. Comforters tend to be thick and perfect for winter warmth. There are many styles, colors and thickness, so don’t be hasty in choosing. The outer fabric of comforters come in a wide variety, such as cotton, flannel, silk, wool or corduroy. Fillers are also an option, such as down or batting fill. Be warned though that these can also be quite pricey. This type of covering also requires a bedskirt or some type of covering for the bed foundation, as they do not hang to the floor. Bedspreads tend to be light-weight, require no bedskirt, as they cover the entire mattress and foundation and hang to the floor. Another typically light-weight option is the quilt type covering, and these come in an almost limitless variety of beautiful patterns. If budget allows, consider purchasing a locally made quilt versus a commercially manufactured quilt. For varying textures, I would also like to suggest several different fabrics on your bed covering. For example, my comforter is corduroy on top with a faux leather binding between it and the velveteen side. I like the way the different textures look and feel, so you might consider this before your next purchase. Many options are available to you, but as most of us keep our bedding for years, be sure to choose what you really like, both in aesthetics and feel. N
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Unity Health Harris Unity Health Harris Medical Center Offering Oncology / Hematology Michelle Foshee is a wife, mother, dog lover, and Newport native who promotes Unity Health Harris Medical Center to improve the quality of health and well-being for the communities we serve through compassionate care. She is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and prior to joining Unity Health, she worked in sales and marketing in Little Rock. She challenges herself and others to be Health Centered – physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
Unity Health is pleased to now offer Oncology Services at our Harris Medical Center location. As of January, Dr. Stephen R. Toothaker, Oncologist/Hematologist began accepting patients in Newport. Dr. Toothaker treats blood disorders and cancers of all types, including: breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, cervical cancer, bladder cancer, bone cancers, brain tumors, leukemia, and lymphoma. When not at work, Dr. Toothaker enjoys spending time
outdoors. He is an avid outdoorsman who loves to hunt and fish. He is excited about exploring the hunting and fishing opportunities of this area. Dr. Toothaker has been practicing Oncology and Hematology for 12 years and is pleased to be bringing these services to our community to better serve our patients. Dr. Toothaker will be located at 1117 McLain Street, Suite 100 in Newport. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 870.512.3267. N
Dr. Green has dedicated his life to treating his patients and serving the medical profession. He has been practicing in this community since the 1960s and is well-known not only as a dedicated and gifted physician, but also a concerned and involved community member. He knew at 8 years old he wanted to be a doctor and he committed his life to providing care to our community. He has watched many things change in the medical field over the years, but the faithfulness for his patients has remained the same. Dr. Green has been the family doctor for many patients and families and for some their only doctor, he will be greatly missed by his patients and all of us at Unity Health. Dr. Green attended medical school at the University of Missouri followed by internship and residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis,
TN. He has provided family medicine at Green Family Practice Clinic in Newport since 1963. He is a lifetime member of the Jackson County Medical Society and has maintained membership in the Arkansas Medical Society and American Medical Association. In 2004, Harris Hospital named the Dr. Roger Green Emergency Center after him. The HomeCare Association of Arkansas honored Dr. Green as the 2010 Physician of the Year. Over the years, Dr. Green has had many accomplishments and has provided a lifetime of service to our community. It has been a blessing to have him serve our community throughout all these years. We wish him the very best in his retirement. Over the next couple of months, we will be working to align you with your new providers to assure the smoothest transition possible. N
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Follow Up...
The Path of Recovery Kimberlee Thomas
Our story began in the November 2020 issue when we visited with Shannon Plemons and Myrissa Rodely. Their stories, as you recall, started long before then and continue on today. Breast Implant Illness does not magically disappear at explant. Many women do feel markedly better even hours after surgery. Many find that some of their symptoms seemingly disappear along with their implants. But for all of them the new journey of detoxifying is just beginning. Some women have a relatively easy journey and others have a bumpier course ahead of them. Once the implants and capsules are removed the body still has work to do in order to recover from the damage the implants have done to the body as a whole. Nicole Daruda has founded a web-site; www.healingbreastimplantillness.com
and private Facebook group to offer support for women seeking knowledge on Breast Implant Illness. Myrissa and Shannon both credit Nicole as having provided a supportive and informative platform that continues to provide as they move through detox. Myrissa will be 8 months implant free on January 29. She shared, “I can take deeper breaths, my body no longer aches, no chest pain and I’m experiencing less hair loss.” Myrissa notes that her anxiety levels are way down since surgery. “I feel lucky that I have had a very easy recovery. It does take a full year to fully heal and detox.” In some cases it may take a while longer to completely heal. Sometimes previous symptoms may return for a brief while before total healing is achieved. Myrissa shared that prior to explant she was considering lip filler and Botox, “After this experience I have a new found love for my wrinkles and small lips. I will no longer alter the
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Left, Shannon Plemons and her husband, and below Shannon mountain climbing at Signal Peak, healthy and happy.
appearance of my body through medical devices or injections.” While she holds no judgement for those who do, her personal outlook on the subject has changed. Her final thoughts, “Embrace your beauty. Whatever the good Lord gave you, appreciate it and take care of it.” Shannon will be 7 months implant free on January 30. “A lot of my BII Symptoms are gone or improving, my energy level is back and my workouts in the gym are great again.” She recalls feeling as if she was simply going through the motions of life, “Now I am present, in the moment with my family.” Shannon recently hiked Texas’ Guadalupe Peak, also known as Signal Peak. It is the highest natural point in Texas, with an elevation of 8,751 feet above sea level. “Believe me; I couldn’t have done that without really struggling before.”
Shannon shared, “I will never regret explanting, ever! I will be forever grateful to my God, family, Doctor Kahn and wonderful support team.” Her final thoughts, “If you have implants and unexplained medical issues I strongly urge you to do research into BII and seek explant with a qualified surgeon who performs enbloc.” Eye On would like to thank Myrissa and Shannon for so courageously sharing their stories with us. It is our shared hope that if you or someone you love is experiencing illness after implant that their sharing has provided an easier beginning on the path to wellness. N
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Dr. Johnny M. Moore New ASU-N Chancellor Submitted by Mallory Jordan Arkansas State University System President Dr. Charles L. Welch announced the selection of Dr. Johnny M. Moore as the next chancellor of ASU-Newport in December 2020. Moore returns home to Arkansas after spending the last four years as president of Pierpont Community & Technical College in Fairmont, W.Va. and will begin his duties effective Feb. 8. A native of Old Washington, Ark., he was president and CEO of Philander Smith College in Little Rock from 2012-2014. “We are very pleased to bring Dr. Moore’s executive leadership experience as a sitting community college president to both ASU-Newport and the ASU System,” Welch said. “He’s a math scholar with a long track record of innovative educational initiatives, focus on student success, community service, and effective fund-raising. I hear he also has some serious basketball skills. He will be a tremendous asset not only to ASU-Newport, but in all the communities it serves.” Moore’s career in higher education began in 1990 as a mathematics instructor at East Arkansas Community College in Forrest City. He was later chair of the mathematics department, head women’s basketball coach and vice president for student affairs during his 15 years at Indian River State College in Fort Pierce, Fla. From 2010-2012, he was executive vice president for student affairs at Tyler Junior College in Texas. In April 2012, he became president and CEO of his alma mater, Philander Smith College, a private four-year liberal arts institution. During his tenure, the college constructed a new, debt-free Campus Student Center and secured nearly $10 million toward new program initiatives and student scholarships. Since April 2016, Moore has led Pierpont Community & Technical College, which annually serves more than 5,000 students at campuses and center in five locations with nearly 200 employees and a budget of $26 million. In May, Pierpont was one of only six community colleges selected nationwide as a pilot college for the National Science Foundation Project Vision, which launched in May. The institution secured a nearly 300 percent increase in private donations to nearly $5 million, increased student retention by 15 percentage points and decreased student loan default rates by 15 percentage points during his fouryear tenure. “I am honored and humbled to be selected by Dr. Welch to take on this very important role for the university and the communities it serves,” Moore said. “ASU-Newport is a TEN YEARS STRONG
very strong and vibrant institution and will play a key role in the revitalization and growth in Northeast Arkansas. I am excited about returning home and becoming a part of this transformative work. I also look forward to meeting with students, faculty and staff and building relationships in the communities served by the university.” The ASU-Newport Chancellor Search Advisory Committee – consisting of 11 members representing faculty, staff, students, and community representatives – reviewed more than 50 applications for the position and interviewed two candidates to succeed Dr. Sandra Massey, who will retire at the end of the calendar year after seven years of service. “I commend the committee for its exceptional counsel and assistance during the process,” Welch said. “I’m also very appreciative of Dr. Massey’s service. She has overseen significant growth of the ASU-Newport campuses and has been a pleasure to work with. I know Dr. Moore will continue to build on her leadership success.” Moore received a Bachelor of Science in mathematics at Philander Smith College, a Master of Science in mathematics at Arkansas State University and a Doctor of Philosophy in mathematics education at Florida Institute of Technology. Please join ASU-Newport in welcoming Dr. Moore and his family to Newport and Jackson County. N
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Seniors, Can We Talk? Just a Reminder
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?’.
Are you like my customer who said he’d be so glad when all the Medicare commercials stopped and he would not have to listen or see them on TV? Then he suggested that retired athletes should stay retired. Sometimes very general information enhances an already confusing Annual Election Period. Ruth and I did review her prescription plan. Goodness! There are 31 prescription plans offered in 2021. Even though Ruth is taking the same prescriptions, we were able to find a plan that will save her money in 2021. Saving money for that overdue vacation or maybe a home repair is a positive way to end 2020, right? I hope you reviewed your prescription plan and/or Medicare Advantage plan and made changes so your 2021 plan will fit you and your needs. It’s easy to get confused about which plans can be changed during the Annual Election Period. Several have called about reviewing your Medicare Supplement plan. Medicare Supplement plans are not included in the plans
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her that if she had not had her Medicare Supplement plan, she probably would have had to file bankruptcy! She then thanked me for taking care of her. I do appreciate your calls throughout the year - even to complain about premiums going up! I’ve enjoyed your stories and hope I’ve helped with your concerns and questions. Thank you and thank you for calling me at 501-8686650 and saying “Caroline, can we talk?” I’m anxious to talk with you soon as we continue a safe 2021! N
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Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista How Do You Measure a Year?
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.
365 days without hearing your happy, sing song voice, of you just popping by to say hi (and really just to see Cole), of hearing you sing at church, of having the comfort and security of you always being there for all of us. When I first heard the news that you had cancer, I had so much faith that God would heal you. Even all of the trips back and forth to treatment here and in Houston, I remember feeling like I was dreaming, but still never even thinking that we could possibly lose you.
We would pray steadfastly for the miracle of healing you from this awful cancer, knowing that God had always had us, in good times and bad, so why would that stop now. I think often about your life, about what a good servant you were to God, to your family and your friends. You always pointed everyone to Jesus (except in beach traffic maybe). When the surgeon came in to tell us you were gone, I didn’t believe it, I feel like I snapped out of my body for a moment. Because why wouldn’t God answer our prayers begging for you to be healed? There was a song that came out right about the time you died, Well Done Good and Faithful Servant, I think often of the indescribable joy you must have experienced seeing Jesus, your parents, and all of those loved ones who went on before you, how Jesus must have told you “Well Done”, because you were so faithful,
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even though many times I certainly was not. Grief is such a sticky, hard, ugly thing, you can be sad, then mad, laugh at funny memories and then angry at the nasty cancer that took you, and sometimes I feel so foolish for being so upset that you’re gone, and upset that God did not heal you, like we asked. Because I realized somewhere around halfway through this year that He did, in fact, heal you. No more cancer, no more diabetes, no more pacemaker and doctor’s appointments and needles. I miss you so much, and understand all of the pressure you must have felt all of those years being the head of the household for both of our families, because ain’t nobody listening to me either, I feel you. We love you, we miss you, and we can’t wait until we get to see your beautiful face again. N
Local Faces 17th New Vision Newport Class Newport Area Chamber of Commerce Members of the 17th New Vision Newport have officially graduated from the local leadership development course. Organized by the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce, New Vision Newport offers class members leadership skills, a greater knowledge of various aspects of our community, on-site visits to local businesses and manufacturers, a trip to Little Rock, team building and relationship building skills. The goal of participants is to gain self-confidence, to achieve personal goals and to be a better and more productive citizen in the workplace and the community. In addition to their monthly sessions, class members worked on three local projects. Team 1 worked to create a TEN YEARS STRONG
unique, special holiday event at Jacksonport State Park to be held at the new Visitors Center. Team 2 worked on creating artistic and creative focal points for the downtown area. Team 3 helped to develop and implement a lighting project for Remmel Park. All three projects will be completed at a later date thanks to the groundwork, meetings and research of this New Vision Newport group. In lieu of a formal graduation in May of this year due to COVID-19 restrictions and a recent increase in local cases, class participants were treated to a socially distanced, one-onone surprise recognition last week by the New Vision Newport steering committee. Class 17 graduates are: Images shared on pages 17, 19 and 21. N eyeonmag.com
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Jamie Chapman Joins Banking Team at Merchants and Planters Bank Tara Salinas M&P Community Bancshares is pleased to announce that Jamie Chapman has joined the Merchants and Planters Bank team as Assistant Vice President – Loan Officer. Jamie will be responsible for managing commercial and consumer loans and establishing and maintaining business relationships in Newport, Batesville, and the surrounding areas. He brings 3 years of service in the banking and lending industry to the organization. Jim S. Gowen, Jr., President and CEO of Merchants and Planters Bank announced, “We are very pleased to have Jamie join our banking family. He will certainly help strengthen our bank’s ability to provide local lending solutions to businesses and individuals in our community.” Jamie has a Bachelor’s degree in Business from the University of Arkansas System Eversity. In his free time, Jamie enjoys golf, softball, and spending time with his wife Angela and their two young children. He also serves on the worship team at his church, where he plays the drums. Jamie is currently available full-time to customers
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Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches Benefit Greatly from ‘Giving Tuesday’ Chuck Jones “Giving Tuesday” generated impressive results this week for the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches, as more than $65,000 was donated by individuals and companies during a daylong collaboration with Citizens Bank and the White River Now family of radio stations. Radio personalities and bank personnel broadcast live on the air all day from the Citizens Bank headquarters in Batesville to support the Youth Ranch organization. Listeners and others stopped by the bank’s parking lot during the day to contribute at the event’s broadcast location. All told, more than 135 donations raised at least $65,457 for the Youth Ranch. “Thank you all so much for the role you played in the success of our Giving Tuesday campaign this year,” said Matt Cleveland, Chief Development Officer at the Youth Ranch. “It would not have been possible without everyone helping us.” Since 2015, the Youth Ranch has received nearly $170,000 through about 600 Giving Tuesday donations from local businesses and individuals. Cleveland said Citizens Bank helped make this year’s record-setting day possible by initially pledging a matching gift of up to $5,000, and then increasing the match to $7,500 later in the day. “We were glad to have Citizens Bank challenge our corporate community in the Batesville area and that Bad Boy, Intimidator, Batesville Walmart, Precise Heating & Cooling and many others answered the call,” Cleveland said. “Thank you to Citizens Bank for once again investing in the ASYR’s mission and for your leadership to make sure this campaign was a success,” Cleveland said. He expressed appreciation to Micah Beard, Citizens Bank’s North Central Arkansas Market President, who is also President of the Board of the Youth Ranch; and to Ashley Engles, the bank’s Community Engagement Officer, “for pouring herself into this event each year to make sure it is a success.” It was feared that this year’s donations might be TEN YEARS STRONG
limited due to economic strains from the almost yearlong fight against the COVID-19 pandemic; however, individuals and area businesses began submitting donations at a consistent pace. Fundraising is a critical need for the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch which, since its inception in 1976, has provided children a place to call home. Children often come to the Ranch with a history of child maltreatment, typically lacking nurturing family relationships. The Ranch is a transformative family-style foster care program. It provides a healthy, emotionallysupportive home environment. The Ranch’s mission is to address, remedy, and prevent child abuse and neglect by creating safe, healthy, and permanent homes for children. N
Participating in the 2020 Giving Tuesday event at Citizens Bank’s headquarters in Batesville are (from left) White River Now’s Teisha Bee and Eddie Woodruff; Citizens Bank’s Ashley Engles; White River Now’s Chad Whiteaker; and Matt Cleveland of the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranches. eyeonmag.com
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Team UACCB Completes Half Marathon Hannah Keller Flanery The White River Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K for Kenya was held on November 21, 2020 in Cotter, AR. According to whiterivermarathon.com, the White River Marathon for Kenya has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the village of Katito, Kenya, providing potable water wells, clothing and a host of other necessities working
in conjunction with World Vision. Between all three races, there were over 600 runners. All members of the UACCB team completed the half marathon (13.1 miles). Pictured from left are Dr. Brian Shonk, Dr. Andrew Seely, Austin Muse, Andrew Muse, and Meagan Akins. Dr. Andrew Seely finished 39th
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Ace the Aviator Newport Parade Grand Marshal Newport Area Chamber of Commerce The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce was excited to feature ASU-Newport’s mascot, Ace the Aviator, as the Grand Marshal for the 2020 Newport Christmas Parade. His selection as grand marshal was made through the efforts the ASU-Newport administration during the annual Newport Area Chamber of Commerce banquet and fundraising auction. An Arkansas native, Ace touched down in Newport in 2018 where he has helped ASU-Newport to reach high altitudes of engagement with students. Ace recently sat down for a one-on-one interview where he shared some details about life as a mascot. What do you like most about working at ASUN? Meeting our students and getting to be a part of their stories. They are from all over the state, from every walk of like, and most of them are just getting started on their careers. Getting to know them is kind of like watching a plane take off – they start out here, on the ground, preparing for the big adventure. We’re here to show them the runway and provide the fuel, but ultimately, they have to get behind the controls, spread their wings, and soar to their dreams. Watching them succeed is absolutely my favorite part of the job. What are your hobbies? I’ve taught myself to sew – it’s a really useful hobby because finding giant
blue gloves with only 4 fingers is impossible! What are your strengths? I am an excellent communicator…with body language, of course. What are your weaknesses? Forgetting to take my phone off of airplane mode. I have also been accused of being rather flighty. What advice would you give to students? Time flies, so jump right into that pilot’s seat. While you may experience some turbulence along the way, don’t let that prevent you from reaching your final destination. The sky is not the limit – it’s just the starting point! If you weren’t ASUN’s mascot, what would you be doing? I was literally born to do this job. I can’t imagine landing anywhere but here. N
UACCB Food Pantry Receives $1,000 Donation Hannah Keller Flanery The Food Pantry at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville received a $1,000 donation from the White River Health System (WRHS) annual WRMC Highway to Health 5K Run/Walk, which was held virtually this year due to COVID-19. The event raised over $11,000 to support local schools’ food pantries. Along with UACCB’s Food Pantry, the event provided additional food to the Batesville, Cave City, Cedar Ridge, Highland, Midland and Southside School districts. “Even though we were unable to host the event in person due to COVID-19, we wanted to continue to support this worthwhile cause while promoting health and wellness in our community,” said Jody Smotherman, WRHS chief strategy officer. “Thank you to all who participated in the 5K. The response was remarkable, with 133 virtual runners and 38 additional people making donations as spirit runners.” Kim Whitten, UACCB director of advancement, said the UACCB Food Pantry had benefited from donations from the event for a couple of years now. “We want to thank you to White River Health System for their continued support and helping UACCB ensure that students’ needs are met both inside and outside of the classroom,” Whitten said. N
Amy Finster, community engagement coordinator with White River Health System, right, presents a $1,000 donation to Kim Whitten, center, and Kristen Cross, for the food pantry at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville.
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The United Way of North Central Arkansas is the latest organization to step up to ensure a Merry Christmas for the youth who have found a home at the Arkansas Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch, based in Batesville. More than $67,000 was donated by more than 135 individuals and companies to the Youth Ranch on “Giving Tuesday,” boosted by a daylong fundraising event held by Citizens Bank and the White River Now family of radio stations. Since the Youth Ranch has previously not been included in the United Way’s annual Angel Tree program, United Way decided to generously offer Walmart gift cards to help the 18 children, ages five to 18, who live at the Youth Ranch fulfill their Christmas wishes.
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Charting His Course Grant Goodwin - Pilot & Teacher
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Cover Story Grant Goodwin grew up in Calamine, Arkansas listening to his grandfather recount tales of his time in the Army Air Corp during World War II. When he wasn’t at his grandfather’s knee Grant was taking to the skies with his father. Grant recalls, “My dad got his private license when I was five and would take me up for quick flights around the area. Flying was something I knew I wanted to do from an early age.” Grant attended school at Cave City, where his mother was a teacher, graduating in 1999. As soon as Grant was old enough he took lessons under the watchful eye of Russ Amos at the Batesville airport. “I was 16 when I officially soloed, flying the airplane alone, under Russ’s instruction in 1999.” Upon his graduation Grant went to Henderson State University and continued flight training in their aviation program. Grant new from the very beginning that he wanted to fly for Southwest Airlines, “Since the moment I decided I wanted an airline career Southwest was my goal.” He charted his course and began his journey. After graduating from Henderson State In 2003 Grant worked for three different airlines. “I started as a co-pilot on a Beech-1900 down in south Florida. That was a great experience. No money and small living conditions.” Grant didn’t mind as he was based in Key West and flying all around the Caribbean, all the while gaining valuable experience. He was there about a year before he was hired by Pinnacle airlines based out of Memphis. He flew their Canadair regional jet as a co-pilot. Grant shared, “I was there longer than I wanted to be but the economy tanked and all of the major airlines laid off thousands of pilots, I was very fortunate to have a job.” He ended up being there nine years exactly, 7 of which he spent as a Captain. Once the major airlines started hiring again Grant held hopes of getting on at Southwest. “Thousands of experienced pilots like me were all competing for 150-200 positions. Years went by and nobody called.” Finally he got an interview with Spirit Airlines, “I was hired to fly the Airbus 320, which I miss to this day. I loved that airplane!” Grant was with Spirit two and a half years when he decided he would give Southwest one last shot. Southwest was at a job fair being held in Nashville, “My wife and I took a weekend trip so I could talk to them. As fate would have it I ran into a pilot for Southwest who I had gone to college with.” Grant wasn’t really sure she remembered him, “She was kind enough to talk to me and asked for a copy of my resume.” Three weeks later Grant had his interview at Southwest and started class in August 2016. “It’s been great except this last year but hopefully we can get back on track in 2021.” With the Covid-19 pandemic airline travel is at record lows. Airlines are faced with the difficult situation of keeping certified pilots while on a scaled back budget. “Once a pilot is away for an extended period they must complete retraining which can take anywhere from two days to two months. Some even find other employment,” Grant shared. Southwest Airlines and SWAPA, the pilot union, developed a generous program that in the end will save the airlines money while keeping trained pilots in the air. One of the options offered was extended time off, “I chose the amount of time I wanted to be off, for me that is one year.” Grant gets 60% of his salary, all of his benefits and valuable time with his family.
“I knew if I took the time off I would need something to do.” Grant recalled being at a previous Batesville Airport Commission meeting where Southside Superintendent, Roger Rich, spoke. “He had asked for the commission’s thoughts and support for a high school aviation program that would introduce high school students to the science and the careers available in aerospace. Here was my answer, I could teach young kids about airplanes.” Grant asked Southside high school principal, Jimmy Hodges, if there was still a need for a teacher in the aviation class. “I guess they wanted to have me there because I was hired to co-teach with Will Dunavan. It has worked out great.” Grant is excited to be in the classroom, “Will knows the technology that can be used in education and how to use the tools available to teachers and I get to talk about aerodynamics and airplanes for an hour and a half. Plus we do some really great experiments that have been a lot easier with two teachers in the classroom.” The students have been able to build gliders, experiment with airfoils and a wind tunnel, and even built hot air balloons. Grant also teaches a World History class which he finds a bit more challenging. He has a minor in history and a passion for it but shares, “Teaching it to 10th graders is a lot different than talking about it casually. That was a reservation I had before starting.” He was worried about keeping their interest, “I haven’t had interactions with teenagers since I was one. But they have been great. They are all well-mannered and interested in most of the subject matter. The challenge for me is to try to convey the information in a way that teenagers respond to.” Grant enjoys being an instructor at Southside, “Simply because it’s a great environment.” He credits the teachers and staff for being helpful and welcoming, “They truly enjoy their jobs and take great interests in the success of the kids.” Grant believes that the diverse curriculum that is being offered at Southside Charter High School is unique and important. At Southside you can explore robotics, cyber security, criminal justice, and aviation. Being a charter school also allows them to hire professionals in their field who might not be able to teach at a regular public school. Grant remarks, “Who better to teach civics than an Arkansas state senator? Southside has that. Who better to teach criminal justice than a law enforcement officer with years of experience? Southside has that. Who better teach aviation than a commercial pilot with 20 years’ experience? Southside has that. And I think it’s very beneficial to the students who are just beginning to chart their own course.”
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Church of God Offerings The New Year Rob Montgomery is pastor of The Church of God at 1850 Bethesda Rd in Batesville. He and his wife Amy have four daughters, Emma, Madison, Kaylee, and Lydia. After serving over 22 years in the U.S. Air Force, Rob and his family now call Independence County home. After a life of service in the military, Rob is dedicated to a life of service to others in the ministry.
I have always been fascinated with the Jewish calendar, the timing of feasts and celebrations, their purpose and meaning, and how they point to future events. As we put 2020 behind us, celebrate a new year, and look forward to a fresh start, let’s take time to explore the Jewish New Year and a few lessons we can be challenged with as we start 2021. The Jewish New Year, called Rosh Hashanah, actually starts between September or October on the Gregorian Calendar. It begins a ten-day period called the Days of Awe. This is a solid ten days of introspection, reflection, repentance, and reconciliation. The period ends with Yom Kippur, otherwise known as the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement is the holiest day of the Jewish year. This is the day when the entire nation is forgiven of past sins and reconciled to God. The question remains: how can I learn from the Jewish New Year and apply these concepts to my life? REFLECT. Do you normally spend one day, one hour, or just a few minutes reflecting on the prior year? What if you spent several days (maybe 10) looking over your 2020 calendar and
wrote down the lessons you’ve learned? Ask yourself the following questions: Did I devote adequate time to my family? Did I invest in my children? Did I give my best to my employer? How did I use my time? Did I make any mistakes? Is there anything I can learn, improve, or change going forward? Thinking time is powerful. Writing down lessons learned can be life-changing. RECONCILE. 1 Samuel 2:2b says, “neither is there any rock like our God.” Just as the Jewish people start their new year seeking atonement (reconciliation to God for sins committed) after a period of introspection, start your new year seeking the One that can atone. God is the rock where we can firmly plant our feet and have a strong foundation for the year ahead. Jesus even tells us in Matthew 6:33, “seek ye first the kingdom of God, and hist righteousness…” After reconciling with God, take time to consider your relationships. Do you need to reconcile with a friend or family member? A coworker or neighbor? REACH. Taking the first two steps allows our minds to be clear and our hearts to be free to focus on the future. From your time of reflection, reconnecting with God, and reconciling relationships, what priorities do you need to set this year? Here’s where you can start: think about every role you hold. Are you a father or mother? Are you a student? Are you an employer or employee? For each role, write down the top two goals for the year. As a husband, maybe your goal is to have a date night with your wife each month. As a father, maybe your goal is to devote time every evening reading to your children. As an employee, maybe your goal is to take steps to advance your skills or make yourself promotable to the next level. Every role needs a goal. This is your roadmap for 2021. Reflect, Reconcile, and Reach. Make 2021 your best year yet! N
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In The Field with Randy Flood-Irrigated Rice
Randy Chlapecka is an agronomist with Farmers Supply Association. He is retired from the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture - Cooperative Extension Service where he served as a County Extension Agent for over 32 years. He is an avid ASU Red Wolves fan and has announced Newport Greyhound sporting events since 1996. He also enjoys vegetable gardening.
Furrow-irrigated rice (FIR) continues to increase in popularity. It was estimated that approximately 200,000 acres of FIR were grown in Arkansas in 2020. The primary reason for the increasing adoption of FIR is a decrease in the time and expenses associated with flood-irrigated rice. In this month’s article, I want to review some of the recommendations specific to FIR. Since rice is much more susceptible to blast in an upland system, varieties with the highest level of blast resistance should be grown. In general, the hybrids contain the highest level of blast resistance. In addition, hybrids are generally able to develop a more extensive root system, which could aid in increased drought tolerance and ability to scavenge nutrients at the upper end of the field in the FIR system. This is not to say you can’t be successful with non-hybrids, but there generally will be less risks associated with hybrids. Rice billbug can be a significant pest of rice growing upland. It traditionally has only been a problem on levees in flood-irrigated rice, but has emerged as a significant pest in FIR especially on the top side of the field. It attacks rice near the base of the plant, killing the plant and resulting in a white (blank) head. Research has been ongoing (especially in the Newport area) to develop management strategies for the billbug. Currently, the best recommendation is an insecticide seed treatment. The best recommendation at this point would be a combination seed treatment containing a neonicotinoid such as CruiserMaxx or NipsIt Rice Suite
combined with a diamide insecticide such as Dermacor X-100 or Fortenza. The diamide is primarily for the billbug with the neonicotinoid for other insects. Nitrogen management will obviously need to be a little different since the field will not be flooded except for possibly on the bottom of the field. For silt loam soils, the most consistent method with the least risk would probably be a 3-way split of 100 pounds of urea each spaced 7-10 days apart beginning around the 5-leaf stage. There are other ways that research has shown to be successful but, again, this appears to be the most consistent method with the least risk. Clay soils will likely require an additional 100 pounds of urea per acre. Weed control can be considerably different in FIR. Pigweed and other upland broadleaves can change the weed spectrum considerably from a traditional floodirrigated system. Grasses such as crabgrass and goosegrass can be an additional challenge. A good residual program is critical for weed control success. A good starting point would be Command plus Sharpen pre followed by overlapping residuals including more Command, Facet, Prowl, and Bolero as the situation dictates. Loyant can be very effective for postmergence pigweed control. Other postemergence herbicide needs will be dictated by the situation, much like we do in floodirrigated rice. For more information, feel free to contact me through Farmers Supply Association by cell at 870-318-0739, my e-mail is randychlapecka@gmail.com. N
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Everyone enjoys these cold delicious treats on a hot summer day, but you can enjoy healthy popsicles all year long. I even remember the cheery music reverberating through our neighborhood that signaled the ice cream truck approaching. Banana popsicles were always my favorite, and my mom would also make us popsicles from varying juices. This month, we are going to discuss easy, healthy options to a summertime favorite treat that you can enjoy even in the cold of winter. Plastic popsicle molds are needed to make popsicles, but if you do not have any molds, you can easily improvise. Ice cube trays and wooden popsicle sticks can be used to make small popsicles for young children. Another option is to pour your mixture into disposable paper or plastic cups and insert wooden sticks. The cups can be peeled or cut off this sweet treat. Be creative in choosing fun containers for molds. When pouring the liquid into your mold, remember to leave enough space at the top for expansion of the liquid. If you are using wooden popsicle sticks, let the liquid begin to freeze and set before adding the sticks to the molds. Fruit pops are a healthy version of this sweet treat, so try to choose fruits that are in season. Overripe and even blemished fruits also make a great pop, but be sure to strain out all the fibers and seeds for quality texture. Puree the ripe fruit for optimum flavor. Generally, you will need two parts fruit for each part of water, milk or select liquid used in your pops. If you are using fruit juice, opt for a healthy juice, such as organic, not from concentrate, 100% real fruit juice. Pour the juice directly into the mold and freeze until set. Any type of juice can be used, depending only on your taste preference. A few of my favorites are orange, grape, pineapple, lemonade, and pomegranate. An advantage of choosing juice is that you can accommodate all the preferences of your family at the same time by making a few of each flavor. A sweetener can be added, if you prefer a sweeter pop, as fruit juice tends to taste less sweet when frozen. Sugar softens the pop’s texture, yet too much sugar will keep it from solidifying. Instead of using sugar, opt for a simple syrup, such as honey, agave nectar or real fruit spread (not sugar laden jams and jellies). For a smooth richness type pop, add a little cream, yogurt, or milk. Popsicles can also be made from pudding, but look for a healthy option or make your own. A touch of lemon or lime juice will heighten the fruit taste and contrast with the sweetness of the fruit. Whatever options you choose for your popsicles, just enjoy! N
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First Baptist Church Batesville
610 E. Main St, Batesville, AR 870-793-9859 Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 pm Wednesday Prayer/Children Activities 6:00 pm Thursday Night, The Gathering 7:00 pm www.fbcbatesville.org
Sunday Evening Bible Study 5:00 pm Sunday Evening Praise & Worship 6:00 pm Wednesday Evening Service 6:30 pm Walking the Walk, Talking the Talk – Matthew 28:19-20 The Church of God
1850 Bethesda Rd, Batesville, AR 72501 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Contact: Pastor Rob Montgomery 330-285-0681 rob_montgomery@outlook.com https://www.facebook.com/tcogBatesville/
Quail Valley Freewill Baptist
4000 East Harrison St, Batesville 870-698-1622 / Pastor Robert Jones Sunday School 10:00 Sunday Service 11:00 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:00 P.M. You can find us on Facebook!
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Mama’s Chocolate Dessert (Thelma Conditt Slaughter) Nelson and Sandy Barnett met in college. They have been happily married for 58 years and are still having fun cooking and living! Find Sandy’s newly published thriller Dead in the Shadow of Doubt on Amazon. com.
Along with our Happy New Year let us join you in saying Welcome 2021, shouting Whoopie, Hooray and Hallelujah ! To celebrate the ending of 2020, and the beginning of 2021 and the fresh start every new year promises, I’m going to suggest you try my mother’s recipe for one of our family’s favorite desserts that we don’t make often but when we do, we swoon at the deliciousness. Mama’s Chocolate dessert was not ordinarily a Holiday dessert, but one she used when she was having a bridge luncheon, or couples over for dinner. Lindley found it when she was looking through my Finder’s Keeper’s Cookbook helping us decide what we wanted to do this month. Suddenly and with great enthusiasm she jumped up, (waving my cookbook toward me with all the loose pages, and gifted recipes that I had stuck in the divider pockets fluttering out) and said: “Mama, have y’all ever used Mamoo’s Chocolate Dessert for Eye On? It’s perfect for a special occasion like a
longed for new year.” “Don’t think we have, but even if we have it’s worth a repeat. There’s nothing better than a 9 x 13 Pyrex of rich, creamy chocolate to start a new adventure.” So, Here ’tis ... Ingredients: 4 squares bitter chocolate, 1 cup sugar, 2 cups powdered sugar, 8 eggs separated, 2 teaspoons vanilla, ½ cup water, 1 cup pecans, 3 sticks butter. Procedure: Melt chocolate, add sugar and water Beat 8 egg yolks until thick – Add to chocolate mixture Cook over hot water until thickened Cool in cold water Cream 3 sticks butter – Add 2 cups powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla and 1 cup chopped pecans. Fold all into chocolate mixture Beat 8 egg whites until stiff and fold into chocolate mixture. Grease pan (Pyrex) and line with crushed vanilla wafer crumbs. Pour in chocolate mixture and refrigerate for several hours. HAPPY HAPPY EVERYONE. BE GRATEFUL FOR ALL YOUR BLESSINGS, BE STRONG, BE KIND, BE WELL AND KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED! N
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