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Seasonal Memories
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ASUN...Still on the Road
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20/ Local Faces 24/ Church Directory 33/ In The Field with Randy Harvest Aid Usage
Eating Fast and Healthy
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Organize Your Kitchen
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Seasonal Memories Joseph Thomas
Have you ever noticed that the seasons of your memory fall into one years worth that you compare every year against? It seems there were more snows in my youth, more enjoyable heat (because we were too busy playing to be bothered by it) and such and so on. I’ve decided it must be like growing into an adult. You know, that first time you realize everything hurts because you don’t weigh 40 pounds anymore, you aren’t 4 foot tall anymore. Gravity works on you with much more intensity now than when you were spending every recess jumping out of the highest swing you could muster! Or, when you were walking the monkey bars with effortless ease as you carried your 40 pounds like it was nothing. Well, may we all feel more of those lighter days when we need it most. Might gravity not be always such a chore, as we glide through a smile we forgot could be so wide and contagious!
In the mean time, keep on keeping on and read on to find: Dr. Sandra Massey’s ASUN...Still on the Road, Nelson and Sandy Barnett’s Lynette’s Cookies, Bruce Oakley’s Art Gallery 246 News and Leigh Keller’s Surely Goodness and Mercy. Hannah Rogers’ Eating Fast and Healthy, Michelle Foshee’s Unity Health Kids Coat Drive, Cherri Rodgers’ Organize Your Kitchen, and Kacey Burge’s cover of the faces behind Tripp Supply. I have another installment of Surviving Accidentally, Local Faces, Things To Do and more. We hope you enjoy and we’ll catch you right here again next month! Anything new and interesting going on in your town, share, email me. Wanna share a loved ones wedding, birthday pictures, family reunion? You can find our drop list by clicking on the drop list tab at eyeonmag.com. If you are seeing our magazines in your area and have something to share, please email me at eyeonjoseph@gmail.com. N
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ASUN...Still on the Road Dr. Sandra Massey has been Chancellor of Arkansas State University-Newport since September, 2013. Previously serving in student affairs and academic leadership posts in Arkansas and Oklahoma, she and her husband Ward make Newport, Arkansas home. They have two children, Brittany and granddaughters Maggie and Ava of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Reese and granddaughter Maybelle Scout of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Massey enjoys running, lake activities and spending time with her granddaughters.
It’s obvious, the way we shop has changed. We no longer wait weeks for packages to arrive or for a store to get a new shipment. For the most part, we can get what we want when we want it. There is an industry that supports this consumer evolution—trucking. Truck drivers literally keep our economy moving. With growth and change comes a need for a workforce, and ASU-Newport’s Commercial Driver Training program has worked for more than three decades to provide it. Dale Martin remembers when the truck driving program started. ASU-Newport was White River Vocational Technical School. Martin began as a truck driving instructor in 1987 after working in the truck driving industry along with corporate safety management. After 24 years, he retired, but he didn’t stay away for long. He quickly returned as a part-time instructor for the program where he currently teaches future drivers. Martin said he’s seen the program change a lot over the years. The first group of students was selected through a government program. Then the program split between Searcy and Newport to provide training in both communities. The truck driving program stayed strong as ASU-Newport and ASU-Beebe merged to become ASU Beebe/Newport and of course since 2001 has been a thriving program under the leadership of ASUNewport. Martin recalls all the different classrooms the program utilized before being placed on a large range where students can practice on the road training before mingling on real highways with other drivers. No matter the name on the building, Martin said students were always coming in, and there was always a need for more and more skilled truck drivers. The need began to encourage companies to seek partnerships with training locations. Martin helped facilitate a partnership with JB Hunt to provide them with drivers. According to Martin, more than 500 drivers came out of the program to work for JB Hunt. Partnerships are still a staple for ASUN’s Commercial Driver Training program. In 2005, a partnership with Maverick began that continues to provide a steady number of truck driving students with 11 rotations throughout the year and an additional rotation for ASUN’s High Voltage Lineman students. More or less, Martin said he predicts he’s taught more than 25,000 students. “I meet people everywhere,” Martin said. “I’ve been in Chicago or Little Rock and
someone comes up to me and asks if I remember them. They immediately tell me they completed the truck driving program.” The program is 4 weeks long, but Martin says even with the quick turnaround they still can’t produce enough drivers for the needs of the workforce. “We have more of a driver’s shortage now than we used to have,” Martin said. “It’s the second fastest growing job market in the country.” Martin believes that is because trucking is still the most consistent and cost effective form of delivery. While providing job security and high wages, life on the road isn’t for everyone. Martin said drivers can be gone for weeks at a time living out of their trucks. He said the trucks may be “nicer” now, but it doesn’t change the demands of the job. He believes the industry will continue to change over the next 4-5 years with upgrades in truck automation and technology. But what will not change is the need for highly skilled safe drivers to operate the trucks on our roads. ASU-Newport continues to invest in this program as industry leaders and partners tell us the need is great. Our goal is to provide skilled drivers so the economy can continue to move and grow, allowing consumers to get what they need when they need it. Learn more about how to apply for the Commercial Driver Training program www.asun.edu. N
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Last month, we talked about how eating fast and convenient food comes with many health issues. However, it is possible to eat healthy on the go. With a little preparation, one can easily avoid the health risks of fast food. The best way to eat healthy is through preparation. Take five minutes out of your night to chop vegetables, fruits, healthy cheeses, and make a couple bags of raw, unsalted mixed nuts. One can easily do this while a spouse is doing the dishes. For active children, this can be made in to a fun game. To make things easier, grocery stores now carry chopped food that can easily be purchased while on the road. Also, preparing sandwiches ahead of time takes just a couple minutes and saves one from having to stop at a fast food place for meals. Good snack bars to choose from include few ingredients, no sugar or processed ingredients, and ones high in seeds, nuts, and fruits. Real beef jerky can be a good snack that is high in protein. Caveman Bars contain a lot of seeds, nuts, and fruits to make a nutritious treat. Epic bars are very high in protein and are a clean company that provides a quality product. Kind, Luna, Larabara, and Health Warrior bars are also healthier protein bars. However, on-the-go preparations do not always happen. In this case, it is wise to choose healthy alternatives when eating out. During vacations, road trips, or business trips, restaurants are typically people’s choice for food. At restaurants, choose dishes
that contain more vegetables and fruits than meat. Lean meat, like chicken and turkey, are healthier and more easily digested than red meats, like beef and pork. Of course, knowing your route will help in choosing healthier places to eat. There are cell phone apps, like AroundMe, that provide a list of places along the route that help you to not just stop and eat when you get hungry. During the summertime, farmers market can be a good place to stop and pick up a few things for the road. Health food stores also offer many healthy options. When eating fast food, choose items on the lowsodium and low-calorie menu. For places that offer your choice of sides or extras, opt for low carbohydrate options. Staying away from breads, biscuits, and rolls will help ward off weight gain, maintain alertness, and not disrupt the digestive system. Choose fruit for dessert or as a side item. For an example, essentials on my road trip include raisins, baked breads, raw unsweetened dried fruits, and raw peanut butter. Sometimes raw macadamia nuts make the trip. These things are quick, easy, full of nutrition, and surprisingly keep me satiated. Eating healthy on the go can be difficult at times, but a little preparation can do a lot for one’s health. Any little bit of effort to choose healthier options on the road will be a better alternative. N
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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 owns The Kitchen Shop at 2485 Harrison St. for all your kitchen needs.
Organization is calming to our minds and creates less stress. Many kitchen cabinets are in disarray, and I am often asked about organizing cabinets. There is an order that I have found to be useful in my home, so hopefully these tips will help you fell more comfortable in the heart of your home. Since we take most drinks out of the refrigerator, store drinking glasses in an upper cabinet by the refrigerator. This makes easy access and saves steps. Keep herbs and spices in an upper cabinet next to the stove, as these are typically added during cooking. I prefer not to store herbs above the stove, as heat rises and can affect them. In the space above the stove, store items rarely used, or if you can easily access these two cabinets, think about what you need above the stove for the cooking process. Items that are heavy are not ideal for these cabinets, as you never want to store heavy items above your head that you must pull down. Some items, such as pitchers, need taller cabinets,
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so this often limits the useable cabinet space. Taller pieces work best stored in lower cabinets, as these are usually taller than upper cabinets. Just remember to use your space wisely and close to the area where you will need the item. Cookware, such as pots and pans, are best beside the stove for easy access. Cooking utensils also need to be in drawers beside the stove. Ideally, potholders, oven mitts and aprons should be kept in a drawer beside the stove. Dishtowels and dishcloths are generally used near the sink, so aim for a drawer near the sink area. Food prep items, such as mixing bowls, are best stored near the sink, as this is usually where we do food prep. When taking up leftovers, we typically use the countertop area by the sink for this task. If possible, keep storage bowls on the lower shelf of an upper cabinet for easy reach. In upper cabinets, store items that are used most often, as this is easier than digging through lower cabinets. Heavy items, such as plates, need to be stored on the bottom shelf of upper cabinets. Again, you do not want to pull heavy items down from above your head. The bottom shelf of upper cabinets should house your most used items. Reserve drawer space for flatware, gadgets, utensils, knives and smaller items you need in your kitchen. Storing flatware in a silverware tray keeps drawers tidy, and if possible, store directly beneath plates, so you can grab both in the same area. If you have a stack of drawers, store items you rarely use in bottom drawers. In the real world, all these tips may not be feasible for your kitchen. Just step back and consider how you use your space, and this will help you determine the best place to store your kitchen items. N
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Things To Do Batesville
We Need Your Help for Our Future! Thursday, Sept 5 at the Batesville Community Center Gymnasium from 5:30 to 7pm. Be a part of our Charrette (a meeting in which all stakeholders in a project attempt to solve problems and map solutions)! Please RSVP Jennifer Corter at secretary@cityofbatesville.com or 870.698.2400. Batesville Farmers Market Sept 7 & 21! Come join us in the Pocket Park on Main Street for all of the fun and family friendly food. Farm to Table Dinner Sept 21 at 6pm. Contact Chamber for more info at 870.793.2378. 76th White River Water Carnival The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 76th White River Water Carnival on Saturday, September 7th, at Riverside Park in Batesville. This a free event that features the largest car show in the region, Arkansas State BBQ Championship, vendors, yard games, kid zone, a giant water slide, music, and water sports demonstrations on the White River. Kyle Christopher at 870.793.2378 / tourism@ batesvilleareachamber.com / www.whiteriverwatercarnival. com . 23rd Annual Schoenfield Headers Street Stock Championship Sept 13 & 14 at the Batesville Motor Speedway 6pm. Suicide Walk Join the MOPS group as they march to support suicide awarness Sept 14 at the First United Methodist Church. Parking opens at 10:30am and the First Baptist on Main will be additonal parking. March to the Courthouse at 10:45, keynote speech by Dr. Pat Mullick of Lyon College, with special remarks by Summer Sudol of Compass Church. Please send questions or RSVP for your group to batesvillemops@gmail. com and wear yellow! Race for Hope 74 Wednesday, Sept 25 at 6pm and Saturday, Sept 28 at 6pm at the Batesville Motor Speedway. “Beetlejuice” in Pocket Park Friday, Sept 27 at 7:30pm in Batesville. ICLFF Used Book Sale Independence County Library Friends Foundation will be having a USED BOOK SALE: Friday & Saturday 4 & 5 OCTOBER 2019 from 9:00am-5:00pm at the INDEPENDENCE COUNTY LIBRARY at 267 MAIN ST. BATESVILLE.
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Trashiest Team Clean Up Contest The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is currently recruiting teams to participate in the “Trashiest Team” contest during the Great Arkansas Clean-Up, the annual fall statewide litter pickup campaign promoted by Keep Arkansas Beautiful (KAB), a state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful Inc. and a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Businesses, organizations and individuals are asked to form a four to six person team that will pick up trash on a onemile stretch of road (approximately) either Friday, Sept. 6 or Saturday, Sept. 7. Teams will be competing for the “Trashiest Team” title and award, determined by the team that collects the most trash. Don’t forget that this contest is not limited to roads only - your team could also consider cleaning up a ditch or lake bank too. Teams are asked to meet at Lockwood Park at 9 a.m. on their chosen day. Trash bags and latex gloves will be provided for the event. Participants will receive a free t-shirt while supplies last, so register early! Deadline to enter a team is Wednesday, Sept. 4. The Artist in U The Artist in U by Unity Health will have a mixed media class for adults on Tuesday, September 3, with artists Dewana and Jacob McIntosh from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. located inside the NEDC building. Please call the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce to reserve your spot at 870.523.3618. The class is FREE and all materials are provided. Bright Star Children’s Theatre The Bright Star Children’s Theatre will be back in Newport on Tuesday, September 10, thanks to Farmers Electric. The Wizard of Oz begins at 5:30 p.m. with an acting workshop to follow. Everyone is invited to attend the FREE play and workshop located at the Business Resource Center, 201 Hazel Street. ASUN Movies in the Park ASU-Newport Movies in the Park will be held Saturday, September 14, featuring Mary Poppins Returns beginning at dusk. Movies are held in the Front Street Park in downtown Newport. In the event of inclement weather, movies will move to the Newport Business Resource Center, 201 Hazel Street. ASA/KASU Monster Grooves Concert Lectric Lizz Lottman Band will be performing at the next Arkansas Steel Associates/KASU Monster Groovez Concert
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on Tuesday, September 17, at the Terry Scoggins Memorial Stage from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Lizz was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010 by the Northwest Arkansas Music Awards organization and has been inducted in to the Arkansas Blues Hall of Fame. Depot Days Sept. 28 The Depot Days committee of the Chamber is currently seeking teams to enter the annual Jackson County’s Best Backyard BBQ Contest, sponsored by Greenway Equipment, Inc. The event will be held in conjunction with the Depot Days Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28 on Front Street in downtown Newport. Entry fee is $50 per team that includes both the Boston butt division and the ribs division. Each team entering the contest will receive one Boston butt and one rack of ribs for judging. A new “Anything Goes” division will be offered this year for a cash prize for an additional $10 entry fee. Setup begins at 7 a.m. on Sept. 28. Judging in the ribs division will begin at 3 p.m., Anything Goes division at 3:30 p.m. and Boston butt judging at 4 p.m. For a complete listing of rules, prizes and an entry form, go to www.depotdays.org and click on the BBQ Contest tab. Depot Days booth space is currently being offered for any arts & crafter, school organization, business or group for only $25 each. This is a perfect opportunity to sell your products or receive exposure for your organization or business! Vendors booths are for Saturday, September 28. Deadline to reserve a space is Friday, Sept. 20. For more details and an entry form, please contact the Chamber office at 870.523.3618 or go to www.depotdays.org.
Newark Newark TNT Festival Begins at 10am on Sept 7, HEATH SANDERS-up & coming star to Newark!!!!! All day festival with food, crafts,etc. Entertainment all day. You don’t want to miss this!!!!! Contact Ernie Pectol at 870.799.3808 or at erniepectol@yahoo.com. If you don’t see your community represented here, please send us any upcoming event information and we will be happy to share with our other communities eyeonjoseph@gmail.com. N
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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?’.
“You are going to lose your Medicare Supplement Plan F January 1, 2020. You’ve got to make a change!” “Medicare Supplement Plan F is not going to be available after January 1, 2020. Beginning January 1 you will need a new plan.” Have you received any of these disturbing and alarming telemarketing calls? Whether you want to call this misleading information, false information or fake news, that is exactly what it is. . . well kinda. Here’s “the rest of the story”. The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA; not exactly a household name) made changes to Medigap/Medicare Supplement plans that cover (pay for) the Part B deductible. These changes are for “newly eligible” Medicare beneficiaries and are effective January 1, 2020. Medicare Supplement plans that cover (or pay) the Medicare Part B deductible will not be available to these Medicare Beneficiaries. This refers to Medicare Supplement Plan F and Plan C. What does this mean to you? It depends. . . First, it is NOT true that you are losing your Plan F or
Plan C - they are not going away! If you currently have either Plan F or Plan C, you can keep it. If you turn 65 before January 1, 2020, and your Medicare Part A is effective before January 1, 2020, you can enroll in either Plan F or Plan C and you can keep it as long as you want to. Now look at your Medicare card. If your Medicare Part A effective date is prior to January 1, 2020, and you have deferred your Part B, you may still enroll in a Medicare Supplement Plan F or Plan C. If you turn 65 after January 1, 2020, and your Medicare Part A is effective after January 1, 2020, you will not be able to enroll in Plan F or Plan C. (You will have other plans available that are very similar to Plan F and Plan C.) If this sounds confusing, it is. Now instead of being able to enroll in specific plans after your Medicare Part A and Part B are effective, it now means that the Medicare Supplement plans available to you will be based on your Part A effective date. What plans are available to you if you’re losing your group insurance? Or if you have Medicare Part A and are under age 65? There is no need to feel concerned, uncomfortable or uneasy. If you are currently enrolled in Plan F or Plan C, you do not need to do anything (except hang up on the telemarketers who are giving you misleading information). If you have questions or concerns, call 501-868-6650 and say “Caroline, can we talk?” N
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I like cookies, any cookie you put in front of me animal cookies, sugar cookies, anything crunchy. . . .Maria Shriver Lynette Black’s Cookies The summer zipped by for the kids (maybe not so much for some parents and grandparents.) School time means needing a quick snack to have on hand when your grandkids drop by after school. This is a cookie we’ve enjoyed for several years, and tried to keep the dough on hand in the refrigerator for a quick bake when needed. This not only goes for kids, but if you have unexpected company, or an impromptu supper party, or maybe just a craving for something sweet, these are the ticket. Dr. Black is a good friend of ours from our college days and the recipe comes from her mother via her grandmother, circa 1945. Give this a try and you’ll be ready for any occasion! Ingredients 1 cup butter (2 sticks), ½ cup dark brown sugar, ½ cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla, ½ teaspoon soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, 2 cups flour. Roll into cling-wrap covered logs and refrigerate. Slice and bake at 425 degrees for 5-7 minutes. Notes: Chopped nuts of your choice may be added. Cocoa powder may be added for a chocolate cookie. Cookie rolls will keep for several days in the refrigerator, or frozen for a longer period of time. If you are watching sugar, you may substitute Splenda and Brown Sugar/ Splenda. N
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Cave City Watermelon Festival Recieves Grant Kyle Christopher On Friday, August 16th, The City of Batesville Advertising and Promotions Commission awarded the Cave City Watermelon Festival Committee an event grant for their recent efforts with the 40th Cave City Watermelon Festival. Committee members applied for the grant in early January, which awards event organizers $20.00 per hotel stay within the city limits of Batesville that the event attracts. This year’s festival brought in a total of 125 hotel
stays resulting in a grant of $2,500.00. “We are so happy to offer support to the Cave City Watermelon Festival. This committee has done a fantastic job in recent years building up the festival and attracting visitors from across Arkansas and beyond. While the event may take place in Cave City, it has a great impact on this entire region.” said Tourism Director Kyle Christopher. For more information about the Event Grant Program please contact Kyle at 870-793-2378 or tourism@batesvilleareachamber.com. N
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Pictured left to right: Eddie Walling, festival committee; Cathy Drew, A&P Commission; Tommy Bryant, Batesville City Council & A&P Commission; Rick Elumbaugh, Mayor of Batesville; Kyle Christopher, Batesville Tourism Director; Julie Johnson, festival committee; Tyler Parsley, festival committee; Hana Smith, festival committee and Cave City Council; Jonas Anderson, Mayor of Cave City; Crystal Crow, festival committee.
Students learn self-advocacy through work-based learning program Jeanni Brosius Maintaining employment is an integral part of adult life. Working gives a sense of accomplishment, worth and a way to become self-sufficient. Career planning may be challenging for some high school students who have disabilities or health-related issues that may give them a disadvantage. The Career-to-Work Study Program will begin its third year this fall and is already showing a successful outcome. Through the program, specifically trained teachers go into the high schools and teach students with disabilities and disadvantages communication skills, social and interpersonal skills, and how to choose a career path. The two-year program is geared for students who have an [Individual Education Plan] IEP, 504 Plan or other medical diagnosis. The students earn credit for taking the class, and there are also summer programs available. “The program is federally mandated and funded and is not a grant,” says Angela Davis, president of Myers Davis Life Coaching. “We look forward to working as a team with the schools and parents to assist these amazing students in achieving their fullest potential.” Partnering with Arkansas Rehabilitation Service Division of Arkansas Department of Career Education, Myers Davis Life Coaching has a team of qualified teachers, job coaches, benefits counselor and life coaches who work individually with the students to help choose a career path and to gain employment. The Myers Davis team is currently in 11 area school districts: Batesville, Southside, Midland, White County Central, Cave City, Cedar Ridge, Highland, Hillcrest, Izard County Consolidated, Mammoth Spring, Melbourne. This program is also available for home-school students. Students with disabilities are more likely to be unemployed adults than their nondisabled peers. They are also more likely to have lower paying positions and job dissatisfaction. A high percentage of disabled and
disadvantaged students are likely to drop out of high school, compared to their nondisabled peers. “Watching these students grow as they gain skills and confidence to go forward after high school and live healthy, independent lives as they reach their personal goals is our greatest reward in doing this program,” Davis says. Stepping in and catching these students before they graduate high school, can help better prepare them for a viable career. A few skills that will help the students become independent and help them in their job searches are: Writing resumes; Interviewing skills, including mock interviews; Filling out applications; Searching for jobs; Completing paperwork, such as W-2 and I-9; Obtaining identification, such as photo ID and birth certificate; and Money management and banking. In addition to the skills needed to obtain employment, the program also offers: Job exploration, Work-based learning, Counseling on post-secondary educational programs, Work readiness training, and Self-advocacy. Through the work-based learning, the students get help obtaining employment—whether it be within the school district or out in the community—and the assistance of a job coach and life coach. The students are paid minimum wage. This enables the students to learn work ethic, financial responsibility and self-assurance. Anyone interested in learning more about the program can contact the student’s high school counselor, or contact Myers Davis at 870-307-3234 or myersdavis@myersdavis.com. N
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Church Directory Batesville First Church of the Nazarene
1611 Harrison Street, Batesville, AR 72501 870-698-1994 / Pastor John Wright Sunday School 9:30 am Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 am Sunday Evening 6:00 pm
Batesville First Assembly of God
1949 Lyon St, Batesville, AR 72501 870-793-5489 / www.batesvillefirst.org Sunday 10:30 am services, 9:30 am & 6:00 pm small groups Wednesday: children & youth activities, adult class 7:00 pm
Fellowship Bible Church of Batesville
9:30 & 11 am Sundays at The Landers 332 E. Main Street, downtown Batesville Office: 276 E. Main, 870-698-9244 www.fellowshipbatesville.com Facebook & Instagram: @fellowshipbatesville
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
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!
Sulphur Rock Baptist Church
470 N. Vaughn St, Sulphur Rock, AR 72579 870-799-8641 Sunday School 9:45 am Sunday Morning Praise & Worship 10:55 am 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/
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
482 East Main St, Batesville, Arkansas Sunday Services: 8:00 am & 10:30 am Morning Prayer: M-F @ 8:30 in the Chapel Wednesday Evening: 5:30 pm in the Chapel www.stpaulsbatesville.org stpaulsbatesville@gmail.com
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Alumni Award Celebration David Hutchinson Each year, during the Arkansas Scottish Festival, the members of our Alumni Council gather to consider alumni to recognize at the Annual Alumni Awards Banquet. This year, on Friday, September 27th, we are thrilled to recognize this year’s awardees. While there are many qualified alumni from every generation, the Alumni Council carefully reviews each nomination and determines a select few to be recognized each year. This year we will celebrate X individuals who exemplify leadership, character, and success in their professions and communities, and who represent the very best of what it means to be forever a Scot.
201 Hazel, Newport 870-523-1009 “The mission of the Newport Economic
Lyon College 2019 Alumni Awards
Development Commission is to facilitate an
Ms. Lindsay “Charlie” Hodge Brink, ‘09 Dr. Chris R. Middaugh, ‘09 Patterson Decade Award
environment that will be conducive to
Mr. G. Gene Crawford, II, ‘85 Distinguished Alumnus Award
commission will work to enhance, promote,
economic growth and stability. The and create increased opportunities for
Mrs. Ann Westmoreland Taylor, ‘60 Lifetime Service Award
economic well being by developing and
Mrs. Jessica Brents Dunham, ‘09 Decade Service Award Admiral Robert Carius Honorary Alumnus Award
implementing strategies that will improve quality of life, community aesthetics, and
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The Newport Alumni Hall of Fame 2019 Inductees Julie Allen Terry Scoggins, a 1971 Newport High School graduate, attended Vanderbilt University and the University of Arkansas. Returning home in 1974, he joined his father, Ed, at Frank A. Rogers and Co., Inc, Terry Scoggins becoming co-owner and CFO. Mr. Scoggins was a Career Butler Builder and served two years on the National Dealer Council. Terry was a very active volunteer, serving on the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce board several times, and as president in 1990. He became a member of the Newport Economic Development Commission in 1990 and served as chairman for many years. At the time of his death, he was serving as chairman of the Bond Board, had served on the Northeast Arkansas Higher Education Charitable Foundation and was a longtime member of the Newport Rotary Club, having previously served as president and named a Paul Harris Fellow. Over his years of service to his community, Terry has served as president of the Newport Country Club, as a member of the Harris Hospital Board of Directors, and the Merchants & Planters Bank Board of Directors. Because of his tireless devotion to Newport, Terry was named Citizen of the Year by the Newport Independent and was named Outstanding Citizen by the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce in 2003. He was a faithful member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, was an Eagle Scout and later was Scout Master of BSA Troop #67. Terry loved music. Because of his work as a member of the Downtown Revitalization and Improvement Volunteer Effort board, the Terry Scoggins Memorial Stage was dedicated in 2018 and is now a permanent fixture in the downtown park featuring free concerts and festivals for the public to enjoy.
Entertainment has always been a first love for Phillip. He spent a lot of time traveling the world as a talent agent and tour promoter that kept him away from home 45 weeks a year with huge concert tours. Following a great run in the entertainment industry, Phillip wanted to return back home to Newport to make a difference in the lives of our local youth. Phillip founded the IMAD (I’m Making a Difference) Organization in June of 2015 due to his desire and vision of elevating and empowering his community through programs and services to promote unity, educational excellency and to become selfsufficient with a strong emphasis on the youth. Since its inception, IMAD now operates two community centers, IMAD Village Community Center and IMAD Village Central. A Summer Youth Program began in 2017. This was something that had been missing for a number of years and includes a mentoring program and feeding program for more than 100 children. The IMAD Excel after school program and feeding program allows children opportunities throughout the school year. IMAD has opened two restaurants in Newport, the IMAD Village Grill and the Chicken Shack, with proceeds benefiting IMAD’s mission. Because of his efforts, Phillip was awarded Jackson County’s Man of the Year by the Newport Independent. It is the love for his community and the youth that drives Phillip’s passion. To him, there is no greater reward than a child walking up to him and saying, “Mr. Brown, I got all A’s and B’s just like you said I could!”
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Phillip Brown, NHS class of 1990, was raised in a single-parent home by an extraordinary woman, Janice Brown, with two older siblings. After leaving Newport, Phillip went on an entertainment journey that landed him in Phillip Brown Hollywood, California where he worked in film and television production with home television networks Nickelodeon and Disney. 26 Bald Knob . Batesville . Bradford . Cave City . Melbourne . Mnt. View . Newport . Newark . Southside . Sulphur Rock . Swifton . Sidney . Tuckerman
Sons of Earl M. “Buddy” Black, Sr. and Lois Gist Black, NHS class of 1944, the Black brothers have made great contributions to the Newport and Greyhound community. The eldest son, NHS class of 1968 and 1977 graduate of ASU, Bud was found to be a natural at all of his endeavors. From working at radio stations throughout northeast Arkansas to selling insurance or teaching adult education at ASU-Newport, Bud put in 100 percent into whatever he was doing. That included his marriage to Jayne Joan Pingel Black for 46 years and many adventures together. Bud loved his hometown and was a loyal supporter of the City of Newport and the Newport Greyhounds. He was a member of the Civil Service Commission, Newport Investment Club, Newport Greyhound Booster Club, served as chairman of the Newport School District Charitable Foundation, and was in charge of the American Legion Baseball program from 1978 to the mid-1980s. Bud was also one of the leaders who helped establish the Lemonade Committee that led to the passage of a half-cent sales tax for economic development efforts. Bud was voted “Most Likely to be Remembered” by his high school class. He was truly a rare treasure. His personality, passion and “voice” are greatly missed by all who knew him. Kenny Black, a 1972 NHS graduate, received a BSE in Physical Education from ASU in 1977 followed by his MSE in Educational Leadership in 2011. Coach Black began a 32-year career with the Newport Special School District in 1983. He worked as head girls’ basketball coach, head baseball coach, assistant football coach teacher and assistant principal. The last several years in Newport were as principal of NJHS followed by principal at NHS until he retired in 2015. Kenny has received many awards during his career including the Outstanding Student at the Educational Leadership Program at ASU, the Excellence in Education award in 2012, two Hometown Hero awards and in 2013 while he was principal, NJHS was only one of nine schools in the state that was recognized as an “Exemplary School.” He also excelled during his athletic career in Newport, coaching in three state football championship games, in two state baseball championship games, and coached when the 1998 NHS baseball team finished third in the state in all classifications. Kenny is still praised for his lasting impact on the athletes, students and faculty at Newport Schools.
in the creation of the Hometown Hero Award and the American Legion Baseball Sammy Stephens Spirit Award. David also partnered with Leann Holmes to create the Opening Day Ceremonies at George Kell Park (still a tradition today). David started full-time broadcasting for Greyhound football in 1982. In the fall of 1994, brother Bud proposed the idea of filming the Newport Greyhound games and replaying them on the local cable TV. The Jay-Bud-Dee Company aired its first live local television event in July of 1994 with The Breakfast Bunch that ran for many years. David became a partner in the operation in 1995. The brothers televised special events including coverage of the 1997 tornados, ball games and community news. After the passing of Bud, David continues to film and document all things positive in Newport. From banquets, to football games and athletic events, to updates on exciting announcements, David remains a positive supporter of our local youth, leaders and citizens. Because of his efforts, David was named the 2017 Ambassador of the Year by the Newport Area Chamber of Commerce. There may never be a more energetic and supportive trio than the Black brothers in Newport. Their enthusiasm for the Greyhounds, the City and its residents is second to none. N
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Trashiest Team Clean Up Contest Julie Allen The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is currently recruiting teams to participate in the “Trashiest Team” contest during the Great Arkansas Clean-Up, the annual fall statewide litter pickup campaign promoted by Keep Arkansas Beautiful (KAB), a state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful Inc. and a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. Businesses, organizations and individuals are asked to form a four to six person team that will pick up trash on a one-mile stretch of road (approximately) either Friday, Sept. 6 or Saturday, Sept. 7. Teams will be competing for the “Trashiest Team” title and award, determined by the team that collects the most trash. Don’t forget that this contest is not limited to roads only - your team could also consider cleaning up a ditch or lake bank too. Teams are asked to meet at Lockwood Park at 9 a.m. on their chosen day. Trash bags and latex gloves will be provided for the event. Participants will receive a free t-shirt while supplies last, so register early! Deadline to enter a team is Wednesday, Sept. 4. N
Main Street Nutrition Ribbon Cutting Shelly Hendrix A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Main Street Nutrition, Monday, July 29, 2019 at 159 W. Main Street in Batesville. Main Street Nutrition retails Herbalife Nutrition, which is a plant-based nutrition supplement to help support a healthy life style. Owned/Operated by Gary Sudol and Josh Newman, they offer shakes, meal replacements, teas, and coffee. To learn more about Main Street Nutrition please contact them at 870-613-1310. N
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Art Contest to Celebrate Batesville’s Downtown History Bruce Oakley A fresh look at Batesville history is in the air — “plein air” that is, as Gallery 246 sets the scene for the third annual “Plein on Main” art competition. Plein air is French for open air and applies to real-time outdoor art contests. The 2019 Plein on Main contest will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 12-13, with artists fanning out in Batesville’s Historic District. They will work in their medium of choice capturing scenes from an area bounded by Water, College, 10th and State streets. Area businesses and art patrons support the contest by underwriting prizes, logistics, and amenities. The $600 First Community Bank Purchase Prize has topped the list each year, with Eric Bork of Lyon College claiming the inaugural award in 2017 with his oil of the restaurant corner at Main and Central. Eva Haley of Evening Shade won in 2018 with her oil of the historic Moore-McCaleb House on Main Street. Cash prizes total more than $1,500. Contest host Gallery 246 is dedicated to all things art, serving the region as a showroom for creators, a studio, a classroom, and a gathering space. It is a labor of love for founder Aline McCracken, a dynamic artist and longtime teacher at all levels in area schools. “Miss Mac” began in the ‘70s in the Batesville school system and continues classes at the gallery as well as workshops
and art camps at Lyon College. She opened the gallery in 2015, and it now boasts more than two dozen member artists who rent display space and volunteer as sales staff. With no paid staff, the gallery runs on display space fees, donations, a share of sales, and the energy of the artists. Artwork ranges across genres and media, from oil to pencil, pottery to woodcarving, still life to abstract, jewelry to embroidery. Many of those creative styles will be demonstrated on Batesville’s historic streets in October for the third Plein on Main plein air contest. Artists will check in Friday evening or Saturday morning with their blank media to be time-stamped, then roam the contest area to choose a scene to capture. They will work as light allows throughout the day Saturday and may finish up Sunday until presenting works by 2:30 p.m. for judging. The concluding show will be open to the public at the gallery at 4 p.m. Entry fee is $65 and includes a dinner coupon for downtown venues, an event T-shirt, light breakfast fare at the gallery, a closing reception, and gift pack. Julie Graves of the First Community Bank marketing department has served as purchase prize judge in 2017 and 2018, with Bonnie Kay Buerkle, first woman to display her art at the Arkansas Capitol, served as
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contest judge in 2017, and George Chlebak, longtime art professor at Lyon College, judged the 2018 contest. Maxine Payne, a photographer and art professor who has chaired the art department at Hendrix College, will judge this year. The competition will have special downtown vitality to capture as Oct. 12 will mark the grand opening of Maxfield Park. Live music and family-friendly festivities will showcase the space throughout the day, and perhaps provide an inspirational challenge to the quickdraw artists of the plein air contest. Plein on Main pulls together the creative community, downtown benefactors, Historic Preservation District homeowners who welcome artists to depict their restored homes, and all friends and visitors in one of USA Today’s “Best Places to Live.” Past sponsors or partners along with First Community Bank include Robert Carius, Peco Foods, Kent’s Firestone, Schaaf Financial Group, Merchants & Planters Bank, Centennial Bank, Dr. John Larson, Ron Autry, Batesville Printing, Schwegman’s, and Elizabeth’s, The Pinto, and BIG’s. Aside from the purchase prize, first, second, and third prizes are awarded, plus honorable mentions. Special prizes in 2018 included a student prize and a People’s Choice award that was decided by vote of visitors to the concluding show. The public is encouraged to wander the Historic District and observe the artists in action, celebrate
Maxfield Park’s addition to the downtown attractions, applaud the artists at the concluding show Sunday afternoon, and support Batesville’s vibrant downtown and its merchants. Contact: Bruce Oakley, boakley59@hotmail.com, 501-554-5211 N
Eva Haley won the 2018 First Community Bank Purchase Prize for this oil painting of the Moore-McCaleb House.
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In The Field with Randy
Harvest Aid Usage
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.
As I write for the September edition of Eye On magazine on August 22nd, harvest has just begun with a small amount of rice being harvested. It’s too early to know anything about yields at this point. I am fairly optimistic about the rice that got planted at a reasonable time as grain fill looks to be good with fewer blanks than normal. Soybeans are a mixed bag with the beans that got planted at a reasonable date and on ground that drains good looking pretty good and the rest not so good. With harvest getting underway, many will consider the use of a harvest aid. The primary harvest aids used are Sodium Chlorate for rice and Paraquat for soybeans. These harvest aids can make harvest easier and more efficient by drying down the green tissue on the crop itself or weeds that may be in the field. They also have the potential to negatively impact yield and quality if they are applied too early and/or if harvest is not timely. Some rice producers apply harvest aids to most if not all of their acreage, some apply only in specific situations, and some never apply harvest aids. Sodium Chlorate should be applied when the average moisture is below 25 percent for varieties and below 23 percent for the hybrids. Many times the hybrids have such large panicles and varying moisture on the same panicle
that applications should be delayed just a little so that moisture can be a little more uniform. Sodium Chlorate usually should not be used after the moisture dips below 18 percent to prevent overdrying. Milling quality reductions are potentially a problem if rice kernels get too dry, so it is important to harvest within 5 days of a Sodium Chlorate application to prevent overdrying and potential milling quality reductions. Aim is also labeled as a harvest aid for rice if morningglories are the primary reason a harvest aid is being used. The use of harvest aids in soybeans has increased as we have shifted to more of an early soybean production system although we’re certainly not as early this year. Besides Paraquat, other products labeled include Sodium Chlorate, glyphosate, Aim, and Sharpen. The University of Arkansas recommendation is to apply Paraquat when one-half of the soybean leaves have dropped and the other one-half are yellow on determinate soybeans. For indeterminate soybeans, apply when 65 percent of the pods are brown and remaining pods are turning yellow. Louisiana research has shown that as long as the seeds within the pod have separated from the white membrane in the pod, then harvest aids can safely be applied. For more information, feel free to contact me through Farmers Supply Association by cell phone at 870-318-0739, my e-mail is randychlapecka@gmail. com. N
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Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista Surely Goodness and Mercy
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.
If you have experienced the failing health of a parent, it’s terribly hard on your heart. I am currently living in the chapter where I want to take care of Cole and take care of my parents, a role I didn’t think I was ready for yet. (One of these parties is more bull headed about being helped than the other). These last few months have been hard in so many ways, but mostly hard on mom and dad, and Cole, so I have had to rely on the goodness and kindness of people. Friends and family who text and call and check on us, come and mow mom and dad’s yard as a surprise, and come to my house and take care of our fur babies. Mom and I were talking about in the car yesterday that she is so uncomfortable taking help and gifts from people, that she has got to work on being gracious. Our day at MDAnderson, because it was just a day for this trip, was filled with so many kind strangers that it could not have been a coincidence. We would be turned around (it is a gigantic place with people constantly moving) and someone would appear out of nowhere and say “you look lost can I help you?”, or “let me help you get where you’re going”. All of those prayers from friends and family manifest themselves into the most kind, generous hospital staff I have ever met (not that I haven’t had positive medical experiences other places, I have! But my goodness this had to be God). When they took dad for a scan, and mom went with him, something about sitting there watching a scared little boy go by around Cole’s size, and a teenaged beautiful young lady with a very short haircut, who was clearly undergoing treament and waiting for a scan, and a Nana who looked so scared, also waiting for theirs and the impending results brought me to tears over my waiting room coffee (at MDA even their waiting room coffee is good), and the other people in the waiting room didn’t bat an eye. Cancer doesn’t care who you are, what you have done in your lifetime or how much money you have. Cancer just stinks. As I head into my office for this school year, I know the job is big I have been tasked with, but bigger than that is the calling we all have as educators. We have the ability to give students, parents, the new teacher who is terrified, that teacher who is facing her own medical crisis and your coworkers who might just be plain exhausted from a new baby, a divorce, or a sick parent, to give them an MDAnderson experience at our schools. We can be kind and generous and helpful, and make their day better, instead of more chaotic. I was looking for what the theme of my year was going to be, and
God gave it to me front and center at MDAnderson. I challenge all of you to do the same, as you head to work today, in whatever job you do. I know everyone has their own stuff going on, but imagine how different our day could have been that day had God not put all of those amazing people in our pathways, from the random nurse who was on her lunch break on her phone in the hall, and stopped mid conversation to help us, to the young man who changed dad’s CT Scan appointment place right in front of our eyes, to the hotel shuttle driver who was so gentle and kind with dad, seeing how tired he was. We did get the most encouraging news there, that dad’s tumor was a “hot mess” -Dr. Patel’s description, at 11x7, huge and touching all of his organs, and has unbelievably shrunk to a more manageable 8x4. We will wait for a surgery consultation with incredibly lifted spirits!! Dad was so encouraged he got up from the table before the appt was over, declaring it was time to go home . Happy new school year, teacher, counselor and admin friends, and set the tone for your year today with goodness and kindness. N
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Tripp Supply Kacey Burge graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, and later received her Master of Art degree in Professional Writing from Chatham University. She has had a successful writing and editing career as both an on-staff writer, as well as on a freelance basis for almost a decade. She has written dozens of features for a Southwest Florida Lifestyles publication, as well as a wide array of content for the web. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family. Kacey is a health and fitness enthusiast, yoga aficionado and animal lover.
The Go-To Guys If you are a Batesville resident, then you know Tripp Supply. Even if you live outside of Independence County, you’ve still likely heard of them. Whether it is for their excellent customer service or wide product selection, this longstanding local family business is very much a community household name. Their collective general hardware knowledge, specialized experience in plumbing and electrical work, and home improvement know-how make them a go-to for any project you may
Cover Story be working on. They can advise both the layperson and contracting professional on anything they need to make their new venture a safe and successful one. A Family Born and Bred Business The family-owned hardware store came into existence when Jim Tripp had the idea of opening an Ace hardware store in Batesville. He and his wife Emily teamed up with his older brother Earl Jr and his wife Katherine to bring this vision to fruition. The
Tripp family had made a name for themselves with a couple of businesses they operated in town. Earl Sr. ran a Blacksmith business from 1935-1954 and Earl Jr. and older brother Howard ran a L.P. gas business from 1948-1976 on Boswell Street. Because of this, the brother-wife duo decided to root the hardware store in the trusted family name. Hence, Tripp Supply. They opened their doors for business in October of 1978 at their storefront on Harrison Street and over the past 4 decades have grown in leaps and bounds. While they had a budding product selection and were expanding in the areas of services they offered, Tripp Supply was also growing in both retail space and personnel. In 1980, they moved the store to its current location on Lawrence Street and shortly after, Jim and Emily relocated to Texas. Earl and Katherine, though, continued to operate Tripp Supply, and in 1993 brought their daughter, Earline into the family business where she would spend the next 25 years learning every aspect of how things were run, the Tripp way. After her onboarding, Earline’s children would join her, bringing their talents and fortes to the scene. Her son, Grady McMahan, joined the team in 1994 and daughter, Katie Driver, came on in 1998, with Katie’s husband, Edward Driver, coming on in the fall of the following year.
and trained him to be the integral part of the team he is today. Graddy credits Earl for teaching him everything that he knows about the hardware business.
Meet the Team of Today As the years have come and gone, Tripp Supply has stood the test of time. A thriving local business, it is a proud member of the Batesville Chamber of Commerce and gives back to the local community that supports them in many ways. They are actively involved in lots of events and happenings in Batesville through donations and sponsorship including Lyon College homecoming golf tournament, Batesville High School basketball and golf teams, Batesville Motor Speedway, and lots of youth sporting, running and fishing events that happen throughout the year. Currently, Earline is the President of the company and handles most of the store’s advertising. Grady is the Manager of the Plumbing Department and the Buyer for the Clothing and Boot Departments. Katie is the Office Manager, taking care of the store’s accounts receivable and payables. Her husband, Edward, is a Manager and handles all of the laser engraving that the store added to their repertoire. Kerry Graddy has been the General Manager and Electrical Department Buyer for 30 years. While not technically a “Tripp”, founder Earl Tripp saw great promise in him in the early stages of the business
"I feel honored to continue the work started by my parents and to serve my hometown with a local family business."- Earline Tripp eyeonmag.com
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Big Name Stuff in Your Small Town Store Tripp Supply has been a staple in the city of Batesville for 4 decades, and they’ve become that by adapting to the market and always offering the best quality products and services. Their reputation as a family-owned and operated local business has remained untarnished since its inception in 1978, and customer reviews will confirm that. Once known for their hardware selection, they are now known for much, much more. Over the past 6 years, Tripp Supply expanded their clothing selection by bringing on notable brands such as Carhartt, Drake, and Ariat. Here, customers can experience the wide selection of rugged and outdoor apparel that these popular clothing lines offer without having to leave town to visit a large chain retailer. After seeing the success of the clothing line, they decided to dive into the work boot market and added to their product selection with Rocky and Muck boots, Lacrosse, Georgia and Twisted X, and the Ariat line of boots. Again, giving
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customers a great selection without having to leave the comforts of “home�. Tripp Supply was growing more than just their lines of outerwear and footwear over the years, though. The product selection in the core departments of hardware, plumbing, electrical, and hand and power tools have all seen growth, as well. You can visit their website or head into the store to see the large selection of name brand products they have available. Worth mentioning are such notable brands in paint and supplies like Valspar Paint, Cabot Stain, and Gator Sandpaper. You will also find top quality products made by big name companies like Craftsman Tools, Milwaukee Power Tools, and DeWalt FlexVolt. The local business also expanded their outdoor living section by becoming a full line dealer for Traeger wood fired pellet grills and Blackstone griddles, as well as offering pool supplies, automotive supplies and some housewares like Bunn Coffee Makers and Bona Cleaning Supplies.
"Being part of Tripp Supply has been an amazing adventure. Learning from my elders and passing on that knowledge to help others in the community has been a satisfying experience. Knowing our customers are getting helped gives you great sense of pride and fulfillment."- Ed Driver eyeonmag.com
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"Nothing makes me prouder than working with my family to bring quality products and great customer service to our community. Helping others was so important to my granddad. I am so thankful for his example and to be able to continue his legacy." - Katie Driver
Tripp’s is to help the customer find the products they are looking for in a timely manner. We bill ourselves as the “Problem Solvers” and put that business philosophy into action every single day.” You can count on them to offer the expertise that DIY customers can use to finish their home projects safely and successfully. Not only does the exceptional customer service they pride themselves in distinguish Tripp Supply from larger chain-store competitors, so does their product selection. “We stock quality products, not necessarily the lowest priced products. If the product won’t hold up, then a low price isn’t a selling point. We stock the highest quality products at the lowest possible price we can find,” he says.
More Than Your Neighborhood Hardware Store As you can see, Tripp Supply isn’t just your average hardware retailer. They also offer a variety of services to the public, including building custom window screens, rescreening existing ones, building electrical services for the surrounding electric companies, rekeying and master keying door locks, cutting and threading steel pipe, copying keys, and their latest offering of laser engraving. Plumbing Manager and clothing/boot Buyer, Grady McMahan, says, “Our main objective at
See For Yourself! If you are working on a project, checking in at Tripp Supply is a must. Whether it is for supplies or advice, that is the first stop to make. We are sure you will walk away feeling educated and prepared with the confidence to repaint the house or take on that bathroom remodel. Want to support local businesses in Batesville? Don’t leave Tripp’s off of your list when making your shopping rounds. They have been supporting local businesses themselves for decades and it is one of the things they feel most passionate about. Stop in and see for yourself. Tell them we sent you! Make sure to stay up-to-date on everything Tripp Supply by following them on Facebook and Instagram @trippsupply. N
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Unity Health Harris Unity Health Coats for Kids
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.
Every year, community coat drives across the nation play an important role in making sure everyone has equal access to warm coats and clothing during the colder months. Medical professionals report that a simple two degree drop in body temperature can result in a reduced heart rate, loss of coordination, and confusion often making it difficult for children to learn. For most, a warm coat is all they need. But, for the nearly 15% of American families living in poverty, a warm winter coat is just not in the budget. This year, Unity Health Harris Medical Center Auxiliary will host a fall Coats for Kids drive for the children of Jackson County. Coat collection will begin in September and run through October. Donations of new or gently used coats will be accepted and can be dropped off at several locations throughout the community. Distribution of the coats will be free to those in need at a later date following the drive. “We are so excited about this opportunity to serve our local children”, states Vickie Smith, Unity Health Harris Medical Center Auxiliary President. “As hospital volunteers, we are most often seen inside the walls of our facility. We feel that this is one way we can reach outside our hospital walls and contribute to the overall wellbeing of our community”, says Smith. We are friends, neighbors, and caregivers. Together, we share a common bond. We love our community and those who make it special. Together, we are commUnity. For more information regarding the coat drive dates, drop-off locations, or distribution date please call 870.512.3030 or check our Facebook page Unity Health Harris Medical Center. N
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Notes from the Clearing Surviving Accidentally Joseph Thomas
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I knew cauterization could sterilize a wound before infection set in, but wasn’t sure on how long it could be useful once the wound became infected. I contemplated other options, but I didn’t know the plant life in the area well enough to know of any other available options. The Noose was beginning to earn its name for me. So, I decided to start a fire. The flint and striker I brought made it easy, save for my inability to gather fuel easily. I crawled to and fro for two hours. Yes, this felt ridiculous to me as well, but everytime I stopped to catch my breath and wipe the sweat from my stinging eyes, my thoughts would quickly turn to wasting the time to build a fire that would only go out because I couldn’t feed it. I wanted to get enough wood for the night ahead of me and then some. I knew that once I cauterized my leg, I would probably be unconcious for a bit, assuming I would be knocked out by the shocking pain of the reddened blade on my open wound. I saved the perfect little dowel of broken stick for a bite and it served me well in the end. I stopped from my tiresome chore of gathering long enough to rehydrate my body and calm my breathing. The breeze would have been lovely, but it was cold on this early evening and I was fearful of hypothermia settling into my bones. I’d heard plenty of stories of hikers getting too cold and unknowingly stripping as they walked, often found walking in their underwear and socks, nearly taken by exposure; or worse, being found already gone, already taken by the elements. N
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