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In This Issue 6/ Editor’s Note
21/ Tasty Talk
7/ Trending @ ASUN
22/ Local Faces
Persistance
ASUN Announces New Mascot and School Colors
9/ The Often Overlooked Bolete
13/ Cherri Design Plants 101
14/ A Minute in Mich’s Mind 18/ Unity Health Harris
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19/ Thyme Enough Three Breads
20/ Seniors, Can We Talk? Open Enrollment
The Science of Weight Loss
31/ Things To Do 34/ In The Field with Randy Optimistic Harvest
36/ Eye On’s Author of the Month Escape by Shirley Gerald Ware
37/ Batesville Area Arts Council 38/ Cover Story Lonnie and Stacey Clark
46/ Notes from the Clearing The Weight of One Sock
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Joseph Thomas As I write this, the grass seems as desperate and strong willed as the mosquitoes that seem to renew their mission to catch me, sneak just enough blood to birth another brood and station them strategically around my door. We’ve had some strong winds and hail in mid August and we hope that you all are safer than the fallen trees and tattered structures we’ve seen about. I am feeling grateful for the football weather that is about to be upon us, however. My chigger eaten ankles weren’t enough to keep me out of the woods, but I will be glad to be itch free for a bit. We so appreciate your readership and urge you to read on and enjoy this month’s photo by Robert O. Seat supply of local articles from our amazing writers, such as: Randy Chlapecka’s optimistic outlook for the harvest, Scott Parker’s opinion of Boletes, Caroline Beauchamp’s article on Medicare Open Enrollment and Hannah Rogers’ look at The Science of Weight Loss. Cherri Rodgers advises us about house plants, Michelle Foshee shares the Emergency Medical staff at Unity Health - Harris Medical Center, Cassidy Colarik of New York, New York’s Austin Macauley Publishers shares the latest book from Shirley Gerald Ware, Escape in our new feature (Eye On’s Author of the Month), where we will recognize authors from near and far. Mallory Jordan unveils ASU-Newport’s new colors and mascot, I have the tenth installment of The Weight of One Sock, Nelson and Sandy Barnett share a divine recipe for Three Breads and Kacey Burge brings the Lonnie and Stacey Clark family to our cover as she introduces Clark Farms, all while helping to bring her beautiful baby boy to this world. Happy Birthday Everett Levi Burge, congratulations to Kacey, to big sister Daisy Clare and proud father, Levi. Also, see page 44 for a look at the 2019 68th National Square Dance Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. Remember, 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 would like to see more content from your hometown, please email me at eyeonjoseph@gmail.com with any story leads, weddings or community events you’d like to share. N
75th Anniversary White River Water Carnival Coming September 8 Kyle Christopher The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and 2018 Water Carnival sponsors announce the details of the 75th White River Water Carnival to be held on September 8, 2018, at Riverside Park in Batesville, Arkansas. BACC President and CEO, Crystal Johnson said, “The White River Water Carnival is a unique event, adding to the quality of life in North Central Arkansas for the past 74 years. In a time when many long-standing events are dissolving, we are pleased with continued growth and support for the event. The carnival continues to be a successful community development tool for our area. We look forward to carrying on this family-friendly tradition.” In honor of the 75th anniversary of the carnival, the theme has been named after Elvis Presley, King of Rock & Roll. Elvis performed at the Water Carnival in 1955. The performance is remembered more for Elvis's behavior during the show. Scheduled to perform two sets for $100, he played only one, refusing to perform the second show. The Water Carnival demanded a refund, and half of Elvis's fee was returned. Elvis never played in Batesville again. Pres Ellis and the Prestones will pay tribute to the King Saturday night. The band includes Dr. Bill Shelton, Danny Dozier, Jerry
Bone, Mike Foster, Kenny Loggains, Molly Hudson, Courtney Clay, and Alicia Davidson. A special Elvis night will take place on Friday, September 7, at the Melba Theater. This event will include a free screening of Blue Hawaii, an Elvis costume contest, and more Elvis inspired activities. In addition to themed events, favorites like the Smokin’ on the White BBQ Championship, the River City Cruisers’ Car Show, the Kid Zone, and the Water Carnival Parade will take place at Riverside Park. Kyle Christopher, BACC Tourism Director, said, “We recognize the importance of incorporating water into the carnival. Water events will include several ski and wakeboard demonstrations. Back by popular demand, Hydroflight will return this year with Team Aquafly of Austin, Texas. Rides will be available to the public for purchase. We have the best stage of them all, the White River, and we plan to continue to take advantage of that by offering the best on-the-water entertainment in the region.” Parade entry forms, vendor applications, and a full schedule of events can be found at www. whiteriverwatercarnival.com. N
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ASUN Announces New Mascot and School Colors Mallory Jordan
Arkansas State University-Newport is thrilled to share the addition of a school mascot and a change to school colors. ASUN began a search earlier this year for a mascot to represent its brand and spirit. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni were encouraged to participate in the selection process by suggesting possible choices along with voting for their favorite option. After receiving an outpouring of suggestions, the institution contemplated each option while also considering the choice that best met certain criteria. The criteria included: • consider the culture and history of both the college and community • be easily represented in print, online, and in college materials • be accompanied by a name and costume idea for the mascot • reflect ASU-Newport’s brand personality. The college is eager to share the designation of the ASUN Aviators. As you may know, ASU-Newport’s flagship campus is located on a former Army base. The Newport Army Air Field was once home to thousands of people as they lived and worked on the base in Jackson County. The Aviator mascot encompasses our history as an institution and allows ASUN to create a mascot persona that is easily identified and relatable for students and communities. The costume is in the
production stages and will be revealed in September. With a new mascot, ASUN saw an opportunity to make another change. The school colors will transition to a variation of Persian Blue and Pewter Gray for the mascot and incorporating the blue into the collegiate logo. The color modification allows ASUN to better differentiate itself throughout Northeast Arkansas as a two-year institution that provides accessible, affordable, quality education while offering a variety of technical opportunities and programs for students. While ASUN will forever embrace its past, it looks forward to a bright future where students can continue to soar, succeed and become ASUN Aviators. N
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September. Finally! Cooler nights, rain, and thankfully the chance to go outside without running the risk of spontanously bursting into flames. And with the last summer month comes the appearance of one of the most varied families of mushrooms, the Bolete. Boletes are characterized by their stereotypical mushroom shape and their lack of gills. Instead of gills, the Bolete has a spongy pore filled spore producing surface. The family contains well over 50 types and come in just about every color under the sun. Some are toxic, some merely unpleasant tasting, some good, and some, including the King Bolete, are arguably the most sought after culinary mushrooms on earth. But honestly, while I do enjoy eating several species of wild fungi, my interest in Boletes is not culinary. Frankly, my interest in Boletes lies in the fact that they are... well, charming. Their sturdy stems and thick colorful caps are simply cute. They look just like a mushroom should. While I enjoy finding any Bolete, (any mushroom at all for that matter), there are a few that I consider to be old friends. And finding one of these brings me and extra bit of joy. The first of my late summer buddies that I love to find is the Black Velvet Bolete. While not actually black, its dark brown suede textured cap and creamy underside make the Black Velvet Bolete an incredibly photogenic specimen. The fact that I often find them in groups only adds to their charm. Trust me, if you are even remotely a fan of J.R.R. Tolkien, you just cannot look at a Black Velvet Bolete and not think of Hobbits. Another late summer beauty that I love finding is the Bicolored Bolete. In contrast to the dark brown of the Black Velvet, the Bicolor has a uniquely red cap and a sunshine yellow underside. This seemingly shocking color combination still exudes an atmosphere of calm when stumbled across in a quiet oak forest on a foggy morning. My next favorite on the list is also a redhead, the Frosts Bolete. The Frosts cap is generally more brick red than the uniquie maroon of the Bicolor, and usually as shiny as a dogs nose. Where the Bicolor has a yelow pore surface, the Frosts Bolete has an underside ranging from dark orange to blood red and if touched the pores will turn instantly blue. Kind of a neat party trick, albeit you’ll find a limited number of people who will be impressed. The list of interesting and photogenic Boletes is a long one indeed. Peppery, Bitter, Bluing, Bay, Chestnut, Tawny and so forth, but there is one that to me, stands out in the crowd. One Bolete that grows more dear each year...
Black Velvet Bolete
Bicolor Bolete
Frosts Bolete
Chestnut Bolete
That one Bolete is The Old Man of the Woods. Whereas most Boletes are fairly easy to notice, some even hard not to notice, The Old Man is extremely difficult to spot. Their scaly black and grey caps blend into the forest floor so perfectly that you can literally be standing within inches of one and be totally unaware. Sweet gum balls, pine cones, chunks of bark, and random leaves could all serve as doppelgangers. They seem to prefer deep forest, big oaks, and quite cool places where few people tread. See why they are my favorite? The Old Man and I think alot alike. As I said eariler, I like finding all sorts of mushrooms, but nothing tops off a walk in Arkansas; beautiful forests like meeting an old friend. Get out and find a couple, you’ll see what I mean. N
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show you these studies, as well as some good books about purifying the air we breathe. NASA found that certain plants filter the air and remove volatile organic compounds (VOC) better than other plants. A few of the pollutants these plants filter include formaldehyde (which can be found in almost everything it seems), carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, benzene, toluene, ammonia and microbial pathogens. Certain plants are also great for reducing mold in our homes. According to NASA, you need 15 to 18 plants in an 1800 square feet home or roughly an equivalent of about one 10-12” plant per 100 square feet for the most effective air purification. Several articles stress at least one plant in your bedroom and preferably two plants. Some plants are shown to release more oxygen at night, so these are highly recommended. Before we get into specific plants, here are some recommendations I found in my research. 1. Consider where you will place your plants to ensure your plant has enough sunlight to thrive. 2. Collect rainwater for your plants, as all plants do better with natural water sources. This tip will also save you some money. 3. Periodically dust the leaves with a damp cloth. This ensures proper absorption of particles and toxins. 4. Keep the plant’s soil replenished with rich compost or compost tea. Do not use chemical fertilizers, as this defeats the purpose! 5. Use a plant care guide or internet search to help you accurately care for your plants. Many plants are known by several names, so you many need to refer to the botanical name. Most houseplants are easy to care for, add beauty to our environment and help us stay healthy. They will also help you breath better at night, and this may reduce snoring, helping you get a better night’s sleep. Next month, we will delve into various plants that are found to remove many of the toxins found in our homes. N
Houseplants add life and color to our homes and workspaces. Plants also enhance our mood and add beauty to our spaces. Indoor air quality is typically significantly worse than outdoor air. There are several steps we can take to greatly improve our home’s air quality, and a simple way is to add several indoor plants. Houseplants clean the air we breathe, increase oxygen levels and reduce toxins. We are beginning a series on some specific plants, their benefits and quick care, but the list is extensive if you do not like these varieties. The air in our homes contains many harmful toxins that end up in our bodies. These toxins can be found in such products as building materials, clothing, linens, cleaning supplies and personal care items. The good news is that the level of pollutants in the air can be reduced. Several years ago, NASA studied houseplants and their ability to purify our indoor air. A quick internet search will September 2018
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A Minute in Mich's Mind Michelle has been a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/ Health agent since 2007. Before joining Randy and the Reichardt Insurance Agency, she was the owner of multiple small businesses. Outside of work Michelle enjoys volunteering, beekeeping, reading, and travel with her family. She loves being mom to daughter Bailey, and fur-kid Abby.
As my Facebook newsfeed fills with the sweet “first day of school” photos, the emotions are bittersweet as I recall these times in my life. Alice Walker’s quote “time moves slowly but passes quickly” keeps replaying in my head. I remember the craziness of school mornings – teeth brushing, shoe finding and then always the last-minute rush following “mom, where’s my …?!?!?!” Finally, making it to the car just to "hurry up and wait" in the car rider drop-off line. Afternoons were for homework, activities, ballgames, dinner, bath time, sleepy hugs and kisses and (WHEW) bedtime. Looking back, it was an endless whirl of chaos and craziness, and it’s so precious to me. Fast-forward 18 years to moving our “little girl” into her dorm (her first home away from home) and crying as we drove away, knowing that life as we knew it was changing drastically. I even found myself crying in the laundry room as I missed the routine of washing endless piles of dirty clothes. Her trips home were priceless – the joy of seeing her car turn into the driveway; listening to stories of college crushes, classes, new friends; and the pride of her newfound independence. The awful emptiness overcame me every time she drove away, but I had a solution – I needed a baby! Randy quickly found the perfect four-pound, four-legged fluffy little baby. Abby is the perfect addition to our empty nest.
I can’t believe I’m saying this but now, after 25 years of parenting, praying, trying to hold tightly, and learning to let go, our lives are about to change even more! College graduation, career decisions, adulting, and love – yes, our blondehaired “baby” found more than education in college; she found the love of her life! He gave her a ring, asked her to be his wife, and we are getting a son (WOW). We couldn't be happier! So, just like that, I blinked and we’ve gone from attending recitals, shopping for formals, to now – wedding planning. Bailey and Jayme have bought a house so in the midst of wedding planning comes the excitement of their first new home. We are on the verge of yet another season in our lives, a precious one for sure, but one that will surely pass as quickly as the rest. I am doing my best to remember to enjoy this, to savor each moment, to be grateful for every blessing. You’re probably asking … what does this have to do with my monthly insurance article? Lots! We, as local independent insurance agents, understand the ever-changing needs of growing families. We welcome you and your family to visit with us about your family’s needs, goals, and dreams! We'll find affordable home insurance, auto insurance and even accident insurance for the bumps and bruises that are bound to happen in busy families. We can provide renter’s insurance when your teen moves to their first home away from home. We have pet insurance for that sweet fur-baby empty nest fix. And, when your baby finds love, we can insure the ring, provide event insurance for the wedding, and help them find insurance to cover their own new home, autos, pets, and the very important life insurance! We can help protect the things you love in all the seasons of life at Randy Reichardt Insurance Agency. Just stop by and see one of our agents - families and stories are welcomed.
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September is a worthy time to try out some goodygoody recipes, some old and some new, so here are three breads that are not only tasty but downright cute! First is Butter Babies, baked most recently by Nelson for Lindley’s birthday dinner. You’ll know when you see the recipe that they are bound to be good! Butter Babies – Mix 2 cups of Bisquick with 1 cup heavy cream. Melt ½ stick of butter in the pan you plan to use to bake the biscuits in. I use a 9” X 13” non-stick metal pan. Pat out the dough to ½” thickness, cut with a 2” cutter, and place in the prepared pan, sopping up all the butter you can on each biscuit. Bake for 12 minutes or until brown. Serve immediately. Angel Biscuits – This is an old Heloise (as in Hints from) recipe that is always handy because the dough can be made up to three days ahead. Dissolve 1 pkg. dry yeast in ¼ warm water and set aside. In a bowl mix 2½ cups flour, ½ tsp. baking soda, 1 tsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. salt, and ¼ cup sugar. Cut in ½ cup shortening. Stir in 1 cup buttermilk. Prepare to bake immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Pat out the dough and cut with a 2” cutter. Place in a greased or parchment lined 9” X 13” pan. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 12-15 minutes. Makes 20 biscuits. Tootie Bread - This a new favorite from our friend Vicky Crouch. Partially slice one loaf of French bread into 16 slices. Cut Swiss cheese slices into triangles and place between each slice of bread. Place the bread on a foil lined cookie sheet. Combine ½ cup soft margarine or softened butter, ¼ cup chopped onion, 1 Tbsp. prepared mustard, and 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds. Mix well and “ice” the bread on sides and top. Cut 6 slices uncooked bacon into small pieces and sprinkle on top of the loaf. Bake for 25 minutes. Serve hot. This is easy and delicious. Try it! N
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Apple Blotch Sherrie Smith of U of A's Plant Pathology Department Blotch of apple, caused by Phyllosticta arbutifolia, can attack leaves, fruit and twigs. Symptoms on fruit are raised scabby lesions. Spots on leaves range from pinhead sized, yellow green spots in the interveinal areas to elongated, sunken, light tan areas. Petiole lesions result in defoliation. Lesions on twigs may coalesce, girdling the twigs and small branches. A regular fungicide program beginning two weeks after petal fall controls Blotch. Homeowners may use Serendade / Bonide Fruit Tree and Plant Guard Concentrate / Bonide Fruit Tree Spray / Hi-Yield Captan / Gordons Fruit Tree Spray / Monterey Fruit Tree / Vegetable and Ornamental Fungicide / Hi-Yield Vegetable, Flower, Fruit and Ornamental Spray / Spectracide Immunox Multipurpose Fungicide for Gardens Spray Concentrate or Bonide Infuse Systemic Fungicide (apply only to nonbearing trees). N
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Seniors, Can We Talk?
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Caroline Beauchamp is a local insurance agent for M & P Insurance & Investment Services. She offers personalized life and health insurance solutions and is known for her widelypublished informational column, ‘Caroline, Can We Talk?’.
Remember David, Betty’s single, charming cousin? (Yes, he and Ruth are still “friendly” – nothing formal or official yet.) David called the other day and asked about the annual enrollment period (AEP) aka annual election period that is quickly approaching. This is the time when millions of Medicare beneficiaries will be looking at their current plans as well as getting tons of mail every day. During the annual enrollment period (AEP) Medicare beneficiaries may 1) stay in original Medicare, 2) enroll or change Medicare prescription plans or 3) enroll or change Medicare Advantage plans (some Medicare Advantage plans include prescription coverage while others do not). David asked if he could change his Medicare Supplement plan during the annual enrollment period. Well, yes, but. . . actually he can change his Medicare Supplement plan any time. To change your Medicare Supplement you will have to answer medical questions and you may be accepted, denied or charged an extra premium. If the new plan is denied, just keep your current plan. Your current plan cannot be taken away from you as long as you pay the premiums and are enrolled in
Medicare Part A and Part B. When can you enroll in a Medicare Supplement plan and not have to answer medical questions? For a Medicare Supplement plan to be “guaranteed issue”, you must enroll in specific enrollment periods. Most enroll when they first turn 65 and are enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B. If this describes you, there is a 6 month open enrollment period that starts the first day of the month that you are either 65 (or older) and enrolled in Medicare Part B. If you have group health insurance through an employer, you may have delayed enrollment in Part B when you turned 65. Why pay for Part B until you need it, right? Your “guaranteed issue” period is the same – it begins the first of the month that your Part B is effective. The trigger for your enrollment period is your Part B effective date. What if you are on your employer’s group health plan, enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B since you turned 65 and are getting ready to retire? This is a different situation and a different “guarantee issue” period. In this case you only have 63 days from the time your group health insurance terminates/ends to enroll “guaranteed issue”; you lost your 6 month open enrollment period. David’s one question snowballed into several “what ifs” – it just depends on your specific situation. If you are not really happy with your current Medicare Supplement plan because you don’t like the benefits or the premium has gotten too high, you can look at options any time during the year. You may be able to improve your benefits and/or reduce your premiums. Ask questions – I’m so glad David called me at 501-8686650 and said “Caroline, can we talk?”. We may be able to save him money. N
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The Science of Weight Loss
Hannah Rogers recently returned home after serving 5 years in the U.S. Coast Guard as a cook. She enjoys time with her dog, baking, hiking, and serving others. Hannah is currently in the process of establishing Hananel Bakery in Batesville
Call it a fad, the new diet, or simply a healthier way of eating, but the ketogenic diet seems to be taking over people’s food choices. The rise of this type of diet is due to the weight loss results that occur with those properly following the diet. But how exactly does weight loss occur? The theory behind weight loss is to burn more calories than are consumed, which forces the body to use existing fat stores as energy to the body. Wanting to give the body the energy it needs with a calorie deficit, the body begins to break down its stored energy (fat stores), including glycogen. Found in the liver and muscles, glycogen is a storage form of carbohydrates. It is converted to glucose when blood sugar levels drop and is stored with water, which is why most people lose their water weight before excess fat. As the body slims down during the weight loss process, individual fat cells get smaller. Stored fats in the cells are then metabolized as energy by the internal organs. When losing fat, it is converted to carbon dioxide and water. Most of it leaves the body through breathing, but also via urine and sweat. This is one of the reasons why it is important to use the bathroom frequently. On the flip side, after you lose weight, your body undergoes certain changes that affect its ability to keep
the weight off for good. Weight loss results in the body’s energy stores (fat deposits) decreasing. These stores were used in hunter-gatherer days, where our body stored fat for when food was not available. As a result, hormones signal the brain that its energy stores have fallen below a critical level. In turn, the brain signals the muscle tissue to become more efficient by burning fewer calories. The part of the brain that involves food reward becomes more active, while the part involved in resisting eating becomes less active. This causes the body to feel hungry and encourages overeating the number of calories that the body thinks it needs. If certain habits like working out and eating filling foods are not developed, then it becomes very difficult to maintain the weight loss. This could perhaps be a reason why 95% of diets fail and most people regain their lost weight within 5 years. It is said that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is to make a lifestyle change. Research studies have shown that this includes maintaining a consistent eating pattern, eating breakfast, eating a suitable diet, getting an adequate amount of sleep, and exercising every day. A suitable diet consists of unrefined, unprocessed, and low-calorie foods. Eating whole foods, fresh vegetables and fruits, and whole grains will help the body become healthy. Furthermore, no matter what diet one is on, weight loss can be achieved through a lifestyle change. It will help the body lose fat and maintain weight loss. N
JAJC and Children of VBS partner to help foster children Annie Solis
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Children attending VBS at the Newport Campus of Central Baptist Church recently partnered with Junior Auxiliary of Jackson County for a service project to help foster children in Jackson County. The children raised money and, along with the Junior Auxiliary of Jackson County, purchased duffle bags, hygiene products, activity books, blankets, towels, and more. Each duffle bag will be stuffed with the products and given to a child placed in foster care in Jackson County. Pictured with the items are children from the Newport Campus of Central Baptist Church with members of Junior Auxiliary of Jackson County. N
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Thank you, Citizens Bank!
- Bobby Portis (second from left) and his mother, Tina, pose in front of her new home along with his brothers Jarod (far left) and Jared.
On Mother’s Day, I wanted to give my mom the best surprise I could think of – a new house. I chose Citizens Bank to finance the purchase. They took care of everything, and when the big day arrived, I don’t think I’ve ever seen my mom so excited! Thank you, Citizens Bank, for making one more dream in my life come true. – Bobby Portis, Chicago Bulls forward and former Arkansas Razorback star
Independence County Off Road Ribbon Cutting Shelly Hendrix
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Independence County Off Road, Thursday, August 9, 2018 to celebrate the store’s new Honda product line. Visit them at 1700 Batesville Blvd. or online at myoffroadatv.com to view their full inventory of Honda ATVs, Side by Sides, motorcycles, generators, parts and accessories. For more information contact Independence County Off Road at 870251-2468. N
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UACCB nursing program moving to concept-based curriculum Hannah Keller Flanery UACCB is excited to announce that the registered nursing program will be moving to a concept-based curriculum in the fall 2019. This curriculum format focuses on teaching broad concepts rather than content memorization. This new curriculum will also be implemented in the practical nursing program following the initial implementation in the RN program. N
Donna “Iggy” Ignatavicius, president of DI Associates, Inc., visited the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville this summer to discuss the phases of the transition to a concept-based curriculum with UACCB nursing faculty. Pictured from left are Brian Shonk, Elizabeth Anderson, Karla Wilson, Alisha Carter, Gary Paxson, Tami Little, Donna Ignatavicius, Charles Ignatavicius, Marietta Candler, Amy Bullard, and Katie Camden.
Ozark Gateway Region Adds Travel Writer to the Team Cathy Drew “We are so excited to announce that we have recruited Lacy Mitchell to join our team as the Ozark Gateway Region Travel Writer,” said Crystal Crow, OGT Board President. “I’ve known and worked with Lacy for several years, especially at her full time reporter job. She is a lot of fun to work alongside. She has the ability, a spark if you will, to make each of her stories come to life. This gift is bound to create inquiries and more interest in our region as she travels, blogging about her experiences in our eight county region. In fact, her passion for writing is why she’s a perfect fit for our board. We have an amazing group of people on our board that work together promoting our region, each with his/her own set of talents. Each one is passionate about what our area has to offer visitors and how we can continue to grow tourism in our corner of the state. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Lacy Mitchell, 34, spent most of her life in the hills of Lawrence County.
Today, she lives in Cave City, the home of “World’s Sweetest Watermelons,” in what’s known as the Prince Matlock house. Its former owner, Charles Prince Matlock, helped create what’s known as the Cave Courts where the city’s cave lies above the Crystal River. He fashioned his home in another part of town out of the same rocks and materials that are found among the cave’s property, and she feels blessed to now be its caretaker for many more years to come. A lover of the past, who can often be found perusing the flea markets and junk shops that make up the Ozark Gateway region, Lacy, former reporter for the Batesville Daily Guard newspaper, is excited to join the tourist council as its newest travel writer. “I am so excited at the opportunities that await and those that are sure to come by surprise in this new venture as I find ways to highlight what I believe are
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some of the beautiful things this region has to offer, all while having fun. “I might even surprise myself and learn something I never knew about our wonderful region,” Mitchell says. Although created under a generic name, the roots of the Ozark Gateway Tourist Council can be traced to 1961, when the first multi-county organization was created to promote springtime travel in Stone, Independence, Sharp, Izard and Fulton counties. First called the “Area Tourist Committee,” the tourism panel operated with volunteers from each of the five original counties serving as a non-profit agency promoting springtime tourism during the dogwood season. The tourism board was part of a University of Arkansas-sponsored Area Development Council, which had been formed in 1959 as a national pilot program to help rural America. Leo Rainey (1932-2004) was the agent in charge, stationed in Batesville. His office was the headquarters of the group during the first ten years. Ozark Gateway Region was the second regional tourism group recognized by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. The Greers Ferry Lake and Little Red River Association was the first. The Arkansas Department of Parks & Tourism now features 12 regional associations across Arkansas. The current region is non-profit and comprised of 8 counties, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Randolph, Sharp & Stone Counties in North Arkansas and their goal is to promote this area to help
increase visitors and individuals interested in relocation to the section of the state. For more information about area attractions or being included in the upcoming 2019 region magazine call 1-800-264-0316 or visit www.ozarkgateway.com” N
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Hundreds Attend Chamber Business After Hours Shelly Hendrix The Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and Citizens Bank partnered to host a Business After Hours Pool Party on Thursday, August 16 at the Batesville Aquatics Park. As a result of the IMPACT Strategic Plan, BACC Business After Hours events have been transformed from small business meetings to large community gatherings. Shelly Hendrix, BACC Membership Director said,
“It was a fun event allowing families and individuals to get to know members of our business community. We are committed to improving quality of place and life in Independence County through events and programs like Business After Hours. We worked closely with our sponsor, Citizen’s Bank to provide entertainment from Cory Jackson, a dinner for all attendees, and a fun afternoon at the pool”. N
Ribbon Cutting Shelly Hendrix
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger, Tuesday, August 14, 2018. Freddy’s is owned/operated by Aaron and Cambria Elms. Freddy’s is open seven days a week, 10:30 am to 10:30 pm Sunday through Thursday, and 10:30 am to 11:00 pm Friday and Saturday. For more information please call 870-569-8171. N 26 Bald Knob . Batesville . Bradford . Cave City . Melbourne . Mnt. View . Newport . Southside . Swifton . Tuckerman
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Hundreds walked red carpet at Melba Theater Anniversary Event Mandi Curtwright Antique cars, live piano music, and the smell of fresh popcorn were found in front of the Melba Theater recently as they held their 2nd Annual Anniversary Event. Plush red carpets bearing the Melba logo stretched out over 40 feet of the sidewalk with silver stanchions and red velvet ropes leading the way to the ticket booth. Actors from the Batesville Community Theater were on hand in 1940’s attire to add to the ambiance. Some were seated on a white couch in front of a backdrop while others were gathered around an antique upright piano to recreate a scene from the featured film, Casablanca. Movie goers began lining up even before doors were scheduled to be open. A photographer was on hand snapping photos of individuals, couples, and families as they came dressed for the occasion. Local seamstress and Owner of D & D Creations, Amanda Wentz, arrived wearing a dress she altered specifically for the event. “I needed a dress for the Casablanca showing at the Melba, so I took this dress that had long sleeves and a choker style neckline…and made it into short sleeves and altered the neckline” which better suited the time period.” Her husband and sons were wearing gentlemen’s style vintage hats and suspenders. Amanda also used her expertise to create red movie usher’s jackets worn by the Melba employees. Ladies wore flapper dresses and feather hats while men donned tuxedos and trench coats. It felt like the 40’s were alive and well this weekend in downtown Batesville. Guests enjoyed pre-show entertainment by some members of the Lyon College jazz band, as well as Nick Fudge singing along with Mike Foster on the keyboard. With vintage suit cases decorating the stage and food tables, guests were offered Moroccan and American treats such as meat cigars, goat cheese truffles, and orange bunt cake with chocolate accents. Neighboring Main Street restaurants, BIG’s and Elizabeth’s showed support by donating gift certificates that were awarded to a handful of attendees. The Melba also drew names for three annual passes, to the theater, which are
redeemable for 52 general admission movies and retail for $99 each. Theater owners, Adam & Mandi Curtwright and Joe & Janelle Shell, greeted guests and thanked them for attending. They shared acknowledgements the theater has received over the past year: Honorable Mention for “Excellence in Personal Projects” presented by Preserve Arkansas and “Member of the Year” from Ozark Gateway Tourist Council. They also mentioned the League of Historic American Theatres requested they host a session on their ‘Very Melba Christmas’ series at the LHAT Annual Conference last month in Texas. Casablanca has been regarded as one of the greatest movies of all time and certainly did not disappoint those who were able to see it on the big screen. The crowds clapped as the movie ended and the lights came back up. Folks were all smiles as they exited to the neon glow of the Melba sign, quoting lines from the movie such as “Here’s looking at you kid”, “We’ll always have Paris” and others that have become so famous. Excited patrons have already started giving ideas for next year’s event. The Melba Theater has once again offered their beloved guests “An Experience to Remember”. N
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Citizens Bank Employees Support Area Children Chuck Jones
Holding items donated to the DHS “Ready Pack” program are employees of Citizens Bank and the Independence County office of the Human Services and Health Department.
The Independence County office of the Department of Human Services recently received a boost from Citizens Bank employees through the bank’s “Blue Jeans Donation” fund and through its contribution of needed items for the DHS Children’s’ Ready Bag program. DHS received a $500 check from the Blue Jeans Fund, which grows as Citizens Bank employees make $1 weekly donations in return for being allowed to wear blue jeans to work on Fridays. Additionally, the bank solicited donations of personal care items from customers and employees to support the DHS “Ready Bag” program, which assists children during potentially traumatic times in their lives. For example, when a family situation requires that DHS representatives must remove children from a home, the children frequently have very little to take with them.
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On that first night, children may not even have a change of clothes or other basic necessities such as a toothbrush. DHS tries to maintain supplies in “ready bags” to meet this need. In support of the Ready Bag program, Citizens Bank served as a collection point to accept donations of diapers, underwear, socks, shirts, pajamas, toiletries, breakfast cereal, snacks, drinks, coloring books and backpacks. The Citizens Bank Blue Jeans Fund has provided more than $17,500 in financial support to worthwhile causes and charitable groups over the past five years. Each time the fund accumulates $500 in donations, an employee committee selects the next charity or organization to receive a donation. “Supporting critical needs in the community while wearing blue jeans to work is a ‘win-win’ for our employees,” said Joyce Prickett, who helps coordinate the Blue Jeans Fund for Citizens Bank. “Our employees also are very generous, in donating their time and money to dozens of service organizations across North Central Arkansas. Helping our friends and neighbors in their time of need is just the right thing to do.” N
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Ford’s Guns & More Ribbon Cutting Shelly Hendrix
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Ford’s Guns & More, Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Ford’s moved to their new location at 87 Batesville Blvd the first of July. Ford’s carries a variety of handguns, rifles, and shotguns, reloading powder and primers and are a LICENSED FFL DEALER. For more information contact the Ford’s Guns & More at 870-668-3368. N
The Extension Mission-Technological Horizon Matthew J. Davis As a land grant institution, the mission of the Division of Agriculture is to strengthen agriculture, communities and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices. As an Agent that works directly for the Division I must say there is innovation on the horizon. Have you ever driven by a field and thought to yourself, “What are all of those tall and prickly looking plants in the field?” Those plants would more than likely be Palmer Amaranth aka Pigweed formally known as a Careless Weed. No matter what we call them at the end of the day they are a nuisance to our farmers and to our food supply chain. Due to the nature of these plants they tend to become resistant over time to different chemistries of herbicides. Currently in Arkansas Liberty (Glufosinate) is our only labeled effective POST control option on young pigweeds that does not have a resistance issue as we speak. We also have some other
control options in the pipeline that are being reviewed such as the Xtend System and also the Enlist System in Soybeans and Cotton. For the large majority of acres we use Roundup and Liberty to control weeds in our POST applications. Due to factors such as weather, timing, equipment malfunctions, etc. There may not be an adequate application made which in turn leads to weeds becoming present in the crop. So what do we do to combat this issue? One new tool in the Toolbox here at the Newport Extension Center is the Integrated Harrington Seed Destructor or iHSD. This harvest tool will be utilized in the field to destroy viable weed seed as it exits the combine. The current unit that was installed on 8/20/18 on the John Deere 9760 STS here at the Newport Extension Center is the first ever to be installed in the United States. The Newport Extension Center will utilize this machine in Research and Farmer fields to compare the reduction
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in the weed seed bank for the farm year over year. Currently we will look at Soybean and Corn Crops with a hope to later move into Rice. The current models used in Australia where this tool originated are mounted in 2wd Combines and also primarily used for grass crops such as wheat. So to speak there is no current playbook, but we are hoping to work out the kinks so this tool could be available to our farmers one day on a commercial level. This is an exciting time to be a member of the Newport Extension Center. We currently have an innovative piece of technology installed by our friends from Australia and waiting to be tested. We hope that this machine will in time become a valuable tool. Giving us another tool to fight the resilient Palmer Amaranth aka Pigweed. At the end of the day I wish I was as lucky as Program Associate Nathan Pearrow who will be the first ever person to have helped install and now run the iHSD in the United States. If you have questions contact me below or call the office 870.523.7450. If you want to learn more about the iHSD see this link http://www. ihsd.com/ . N
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Local Faces Introduction to American Sign Language Sept 13 - October 18 from 6 to 8pm, fee $50. This course will assist in developing confidence to communicate in deaf settings. Thursdays, 6 sessions with Jaa’lon Baker, UACCB Row Johns Library, 816. Call 870.612.2082 or email communityed@uaccb.edu.
Batesville’s Farmer’s Market 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays at 7am in the Main St. First Responder Course Pocket Park. Sept 17 - October 18 at the UACCB Nursing Allied Health Building, room 930. Course fee is $125. Textbook Joy of Living Ladies Bible Study to be purchased at the UACCB bookstore is $133 plus The Joy of Living ladies Bible Study will resume tax (price subject to change). Call 870.612.2082 or classes on Tuesday, September 4th from 10:0am to email communityed@uaccb.edu. 11:45am. This community wide, interdenominational Bible Study meets each Tuesday during the school 2nd Annual Race for Hope 74 year and is hosted by West Baptist Church. This year Thursday, Sept. 25 through Saturday, Sept. 29. the study will focus on the life of Christ. Childcare is www.batesvillemotorspeedway.com. provided and books can be purchased on the 4th. All Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group ladies are welcome! The Caregiver Support Group provides opportunities 75th White River Water Carnival for you to talk with others who really understand what This Riverside Park event sees the return of the you are going through. Join us every second Thursday king on Friday, Sept. 7 & Saturday, Sept. 8. For more at 5:15 p.m. in the WRMC Josephine Raye Rogers information, call the chamber at 870-793-2378 Women’s Center Conference Center. Contact Deanna Green at 870.307.1406 for more information. 22nd Annual Schoenfeld Headers Championship Thursday Sept. 13 - Saturday Sept. 15. www. Melbourne batesvillemotorspeedway.com. www.mymelbournearkansas.com Microsoft Word Level 1 Mountain View Sept 13 8:30am to 3:30pm.This $69 introductory www.yourplaceinthemountains.com. course is all about the basics of formatting, graphics, styles, themes and designs and taught by Rhonda Byrd. Newport UACCB Main Campus room 222. Call 870.612.2082 or ASUN Movies in the Park email communityed@uaccb.edu. September 8, Ghostbuster. In the event of inclement September 2018
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weather, movies will move to the Newport Business Resource Center, 201 Hazel Street. Free for all! Cornerstone Transition Home Charity Golf Tournament This first annual event will be September 8 at 9:30am at the Village Creek Golf Course. Tournament will be a two person scramble - $80 per team. Mulligans may be purchased for $10, hole sponsorship can be purchased for $100. Prize money will be awarded to the winners of each flight. Register with Joe David Smith at 870.503.3257. Single Parent Scholarship Fund This Jackson County fund’s fall deadline is September 15. For more information call Courtney Baker at 870.523.3618, or by email at assistant@ newportchamber.org. Arkansas Steel Associates Bluesday Tuesday Jubilation Jazz go on at 7pm Tuesday, September 18. 870.523.1009. Free admission, concessions will be provided by the Downtown Newport Farmers Market. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to Frankie’s Place, 306 Front Street. The Artist in U by Unity Health - Adults Brenda Lawrence leads Landscape Painting from 10:30 am to noon September 26. From 12:30 to 2pm, join Don Smith for Abstract Painting. Space is limited for both workshops, so please RSVP by calling 870.523.3618 to reserve your spot.
Depot Days Festival September 28 Arkansas Brothers Band, Larry McCray & Earl and them. September 29 Cody Slaughter, the Ultimate Elvis Tribute and headliner Rodney Crowell. Call 870-523-1009 for more information. ASUN 5k Run/Walk Saturday, October 6 at 9:30am to help raise money for student scholarships by running the certified course on the Newport Campus, registration is $15 and includes T-shirt. Manna Manna Food Pantry is located in the Newport Pentecostal Church of God at 205 Ray Street in Newport. They open every Tuesday at 8 a.m. until food is gone. First Tuesday of every month is for Jackson County pickups only. They have partnered with the NEA food bank in jonesboro. Donate to the pantry by contacting Gail Poole at 501-473-1560 or log on to www.newportpcg.com. Accepting food donations. If your community is not represented here, please send us any upcoming event information and we will be happy to share with our other communities. N
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Independence County Public Education Launches Independence Promise Program Jamie Rayford At a time in our state when everyone is talking about increasing equitable access to educational opportunity, the Independence County Public Education Foundation is not just talking about it, they are doing it. After observing pilot programs for a few years and making connections with business partners and donors who believe in the program’s model, the Foundation has recieved over $183,000 in program support. The Independence Promise was an Idea brought forward by citizens that participated in the IMPACT Independence County strategic planning process. Those that served on the educational excellence committee imagined a scholarship program supported by philanthropy that would allow all Independence County students to take advantage of opportunities at Lyon
College and UACCB regardless of income. The program is designed to support local students who wish to begin higher education or training prior to high school graduation. The model partners with the school district to provide 20% of the total cost, the student and family pays and amount determined by the students’ national student lunch status, and the Foundation picks up the other cost, so long as the student completes a “C” or better in the course. The Foundation expects to see a decrease in the cost of postsecondary education and training, an increase in motivation and educational attainment as well as in the number of citizens with credentials in the area, and an increase in enrollment at UACCB and Lyon College as outcomes of the program. N
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In The Field with Randy
Optimistic Harvest
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.
Harvest will have begun by the time you read this. I’m cautiously optimistic that yields are going to be good and they’ll need to be with the depressed markets. Temperatures moderated during the last 10 days or so of July and remained mostly moderate during August. Moderate temperatures during the last half of July and August are usually a key component of good yields. We did have a little more cloud cover than I would have liked and too much rain in some areas from heavy rain events in August, and those things could lessen the potential somewhat in certain areas. One of the biggest challenges of the 2018 crop year has been rice weed control. It is certainly one of the grassiest crops in a while. In this article, I’ll discuss some of the reasons why. First, any time similar comments (whether they be good or bad) are being made over a large area (in this case most of the rice growing area of Arkansas) it usually means that weather is one of the big contributors. I think that both dry and hot weather had a lot to do with our grass control problems this year. The importance of preemergence herbicides in
today’s row crop agriculture cannot be overstated, but for preemergence herbicides to work they have to be activated. That was definitely an issue in our area during late April and much of May. Between April 27th and May 19th all of our rains were less than a half-inch. I would not consider those good activating rains. You might get partial activation, but not full activation. We had grass coming up in some of these fields because of this. When preemergence herbicide programs fail or at least partially fail, we are even more dependent on postemergence herbicides. Many of the postemergence grass herbicides are not taken up as well and are not as effective in hot temperatures. Well, it turns out that we had the third hottest May since weather records have been kept. Again, it was also a fairly dry May. The combination of preemergence herbicides not being activated well because of dry conditions and postemergence herbicides not being as effective because of hot and dry conditions had to be a big part of our problem. Along with weather issues were our usual problems with heavy weed pressure in some fields, not being able to make herbicide applications in a timely manner for several reasons in some fields, herbicide resistance in some fields, and poor application in some fields. These factors are an issue every year and some of these may be growing issues. For more information, feel free to contact me through Farmers Supply Association at 870-318-0739, my e-mail is randychlapecka@gmail.com. N
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EyeAuthor On’s of the Month MOVING YOUNG ADULT NOVEL TELLS THE STORY OF A FAMILY PLACED IN A WITNESS PROTECTION PROGRAM
Cassidy Colarik NEW YORK, NY – Young Adult Author, Shirley Gerald Ware, continues her thrilling adventure about one girl’s quest for truth and family in Escape, the follow up to Deported and On The Run. Escape tells a very chilling story about a family being placed in the Witness Protection program. Their lives are filled with drama once they settle into their new home. Sally Matthew, the heroine in Escape, has endured the loss of her mom, brother and grandmother. Instead of giving up she finds the courage to push forward, without knowing the outcome. “This novel is about endurance and family. Readers will observe how the love of family shapes our lives. They will realize that sorrow will come into our lives, but with a strong upbringing we can overcome any challenge and look forward to another day,” says Ware. The novel promises to be a suspenseful mystery as Sally tries to save her dad, but also a compelling tale of heroism, confidence, and the desire of learning who you really are. Hold onto your seat; Escape is a bumpy ride. Escape, published by Austin Macauley, will be released on August 31, 2018. Price: $9.99, ISBN: 978164182139. It is available in Amazon, Barnes & Noble as well as other bookstores around the country. Advance review copies are available upon request. For more information, please visit: www. austinmacauley.com/us.
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Lonnie and Stacey Clark 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.
Clark Farms Batesville natives Lonnie and Stacey Clark have a very interesting, and truly inspiring story that tells of their humble journey from a small gardening plot in the back yard of their rental home to what has grown to be Clark Farms, a Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) farm in Independence County, serving up some of the cleanest produce available in the area. They didn’t come about by accident or ride in on a trend, the core values of their business are deeply rooted in their personal experiences with clean eating and the very truth behind that being our first line of defense in protecting and maintaining our health in a world that is full of chemically-treated, prepacked and heavily processed foods. Food As The First Line of Defense Both Lonnie and Stacey grew up experiencing farming on a very small scale. They watched as their families planted and cultivated vegetable gardens and helped to some capacity as they were old enough to lend a hand. Stacey’s family grew a large shared garden with her grandparents when she was in her early elementary years and Lonnie grew up watching his Great Grandpa Henry raise a nice garden. It wasn’t until the pair married many years later that their love of gardening and interest in growing their own food would resurface. In the summer of 2009, the couple planted their first tiny garden together in the backyard of their rental home. Shortly after, they moved to their current property, the birthplace of Clark Farms, and their gardens began to grow in size and quality over the next couple of years. During this time, the couple was raising 2 growing children, Morgan and Kieler, and Stacey started becoming much more aware of where and how the food they were putting into their bodies was being grown and produced. In April 2011, they welcomed baby girl Lily into the world and Stacey took an interest in making all of her own baby food, reading up on organic eating and naturally grown foods. In August 2012, tragedy struck the family in the way of a cancer diagnosis for their baby girl, who was just shy of 16 months old at the time. Lily had developed retinoblastoma, a cancerous tumor of the retina and started a treatment program at St. Jude in Memphis. “We watched as our child endured 10 months of treatment. Eight of those months she received two types of chemotherapy. We watched the treatment slowly drip and be injected into her body. The
Cover Story medicine was supposed to, and did, kill her tumor, but it also poisoned her body,” Stacey shares. “She had all the side effects: violent, uncontrollable vomiting, lethargy, loss of all immunity, loss of hair, skin conditions, nerve pain, loss of appetite, unexplained fevers, and damage to her blood, requiring 6 transfusions.” It was a trying time for the family as their world felt like it was spinning out of control. However, it is in times like these, that we often get the beautiful opportunity to see people muster unimaginable courage and strength from what appear to be dire circumstances. That is just what the Clark family did. “The one thing about the situation I could control was the food that she ate,” Stacey explains, which marked the beginning of her quest to create the happiest and healthiest lifestyle she could for her children and her family. Even after Lily completed therapy, it took a couple of years for her immune system to strengthen. “Food was our first line of defense in fighting infections,” Stacey shares. “We added greens to her smoothies, natural vitamin C, cookies and treats made with no sugar, and all the cooked and raw veggies she could stand.” Stacey resolved to learn everything she could about clean eating and dove deep into hours upon hours of research on the topic, ensuring they were doing everything they could to help their daughter and maintain the health of the rest of the family. The Garden That Grew Into Something Much More When Lily’s treatment ended during the summer of 2013, Lonnie planted a small garden that year and Stacey continued reading as much as she could on healthy foods. “Our goal became being able to look at the majority of our meals and know exactly where each item on our plate came from,” she said. And when the 2014 garden season came around, they were becoming much better farmers, even producing an unintentional surplus that Lonnie took to the Farmer’s Market. During this time, Lonnie met Brandon Gordon from Five Acre Farms, an experienced farmer who was very knowledgeable about Organic and Certified Naturally Grown produce. “We became very passionate about growing and raising all of our own food,” Stacey shares. “We started building our farm around the idea of ‘if I wouldn’t let my kids drink it, I am not going to spray it on their veggies while they grow’.” Since then the family has grown to add their youngest daughter Lucy and a foster child to the clan. All the kids enjoy lending a helping hand on the farm. “They love gathering the
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culled produce on harvesting day or picking it for a meal,” Stacey shares. “The kids don’t realize they eat healthy most of the tine because they’ve grown so used to it.” From digging for potatoes in the family garden as a kid to creating their first garden together as a family, from the knockdown of the cancer diagnosis to the comeback of their family against it, it all came to fruition. Clark Farms was officially born in the winter of 2015. Lonnie got connected with what is now New South Farm Cooperative which serves Central, NW Arkansas, and a small Memphis area through a farm share program. They continued to see growth, adding a local farm share program first with 5AF and then on their own. “Our business principles and practices are quite simple,” Stacey explains. “We want to supply our customers with the cleanest produce possible, do our best to be good stewards with what we have been blessed with, meet as many people and learn their stories along the way, and live a simple life.”
growing practices as Certified Organic but with other CNG farmers governing the farm practices instead of government inspectors. During the 2017-2018 winter season, Clark Farm became a Certified Organic produce farm. “Our growing practices didn’t change with certifications,” Stacey assures. “Getting to know the local people and their stories through selling our produce is one of our favorite things about farming!” At Clark Farms, you can find a great variety of seasonal produce. In the spring, they offer tons of leafy greens (spinach, kale, salanova lettuce, arugula, swiss chard, collards), broccoli, carrots, strawberries Hakuri turnips, radishes, cabbage, and beets. The summer season boasts potatoes, squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans, carrots, and cantaloupe. In the fall and winter, they try to offer the best quality produce they can with the use of high tunnels.
The Update As for Lily’s prognosis, Stacey shared this update:
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“I am so thankful to St. Jude and all Lily’s doctors. The chemotherapy was necessary. But because of all the toxins it put in her body, we want to make sure to put in as much of the good stuff and limit as much of the bad. This October she graduates out of her oncology clinic to an after-treatment clinic. They will begin teaching her about her cancer, about long term side effects from her treatment and early warning signs. I’d like to think when they discuss the importance of food, she’ll be a little ahead of the game. This journey didn’t end on the last day of her active treatment, she revisits it every 6 months. It’s normal life to her. Although we know we are not in control, we’re just hoping to raise the strongest kiddos we can, so they can face whatever comes their way. Don’t get me wrong, we treat ourselves, but we really try to balance things with the scale leaning on the healthy side most of the time.” The Clark Farms Way Clark Farms is located at 5305 Bethesda Road. Here you can find the farm stand and their farm share program that runs as long as they have produce available. Clark Farms became Certified Naturally Grown in 2015 which employs the same
*Stay up-to-date on the latest happenings on the farm by liking them on Facebook at Clark Farms!
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Fine Dining Kyle Christopher No thriving city can be complete without the central key that holds communities together—exceptional food and great experiences around the table! In Independence County, hungry patrons are served a wide variety of options for enjoying meals. An array of locally-owned restaurants, both long-standing and new favorites, have become well-loved components of the community. With multiple eateries opening each year, those choices keep growing. From Southern staples and family-friendly burger joints to specialty cuisine, fine dining, and coffeehouse hangouts, the warmth and hospitality of the Batesville area restaurant scene continues to draw out more locals and visitors each year. To begin the day, numerous breakfast restaurants and donut shops can be found in the area. For specialty coffee, Batesville offers two cafes downtown. Since 2004, Morningside Coffee House has provided a relaxing spot to sip and enjoy incredible sweets. In 2016, The Pinto Coffee and Comida opened, bringing new life to the corner of Central and Main and to the city itself. Visitors can stop in for a Mexican-inspired breakfast or lunch along with a specialty drink, which can be enjoyed indoors or on a large covered patio. Just across the street, nearly every kind of sandwich imaginable can be found at Big’s of Batesville. Set in a historic building complete with a checkered floor, the classic feel of this diner welcomes guests of all ages who are sure to be satisfied with the creative and delicious menu offerings. From abundant fast food choices to upscale versions, a great burger is not hard to come by in Independence County. Locals adore Moore’s Dairy Creme in Newark, Arkansas. Serving burgers, catfish, pork BBQ, and other Southern standard fare, Moore’s also features a food truck in downtown Batesville as part of the brand new Food Lot. Visitors must not miss this dedicated gathering spot for grabbing lunch or dinner. Area food trucks include street taco vendors, The Mobile Dog, and T’s Boxed Lunches, which is also well-known for its catering. For those craving dinner and drinks, restaurants ranging from casual to fine dining are available. Just over the White River, U.S. Pizza features unique pizzas, satisfying salads, bar options, and a laid back vibe. Josie’s Steakhouse offers upscale food suitable for a variety of customers. The open concept and expansive bar is perfect for a group of friends or family dinner, while tables directly overlooking the river are great for date nights or other intimate gatherings. For the swankiest spot in town, head to 109 Main, a bar and lounge serving fine fare, cocktails, and other drink options, as well as brunch on Sundays. The decadent shrimp and grits are a local favorite. These restaurants, along with many others in town, regularly host events and provide live music for the public. To top things off, Independence County has seen a surge in dessert shops in recent years. Opened in 2015,
Unique Nosh is a self-serve frozen yogurt bar with a large selection of toppings—fun for kids and adults. Other dessert options can be found in town, such as the always popular Tropical Sno truck or the newly opened bakery, Sweetie Cakes, offering sweet treats and an equally sweet setting to enjoy them. Batesville houses a number of beloved establishments that have served happy customers for decades, such as Elizabeth’s on Main, Italian Grill, and Fred’s Fish House, among others. The growing community also includes increasingly diverse options in cuisine with multiple Mexican, Chinese, and Japanese restaurants to be found. Natalie’s Café and Catering serves a unique mix of New Orleans-based dishes and traditional Southern food. Additionally, more restaurants are set to open this year and further add to the culture of the region. Coming soon, Real Goods Market and Eatery, a health food store and café, will be opening up on Harrison Street right in the city’s center. With all of this, there are plenty of options to please the palate. Come hungry and don’t miss out on what Independence County has to offer! N September 2018
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68th National Square Dance Convention Louis and Angie McClure Atlanta Georgia, June 26-29, 2019 / Convention Centre Info / Pre-Convention Come Dance & Explore Georgia! The Peach Pits team (our 68thNSDC committee) is working hard to host a great convention in Georgia, June 26-29, 2019 for your enjoyment! Although our location has an Atlanta mailing address, the Convention location will be the beautiful Cobb Galleria Convention Centre and the adjoining Renaissance Waverly Hotel. This location is actually 15 miles northwest of Atlanta, near the historic and charming Civil War city of Marietta, Georgia. The entire Cobb Galleria Convention Centre and Renaissance Waverly Hotel has been reserved for the 68th National Square Dance Convention®. This location allows for all convention activities to be in one convenient facility. Also, as a special savings to attendees staying at any of the Convention hotels or the RV Park, you will be treated to FREE PARKING both at hotels AND at the Convention Centre! A complete list of the Convention hotels and information on the RV Park is located on our Housing page. Check it out! We invite everyone to Come Early & Stay Late! Georgia is a great vacation destination, and there will be a great selection of tours for every interest. See our webpage www.68nsdc.org to register and get the latest updates! And did you know... The new Atlanta Braves Baseball stadium, SunTrust Park, is attached by skywalk to the Convention Centre? The Cumberland Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in Georgia, is connected by skywalk to the Convention Centre? There are over 325 restaurants within two miles of the Convention Centre, including
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She figured the least she could do was look. She didn’t know much about cars but felt as if she were selling herself short not to even look. Dad taught her the basics of troubleshooting. He didn’t know much about cars, he said, but he knew how to hone in on where the problem was coming from. Maddie could hear his advice even now as she stepped out (bare foot taking in the warmth of the pavement much more acutely than the socked one) and released the hood latch simultaneously. “A sputtering motor,” he’d said, “was either running out of gas, water in the gas, carburetor not letting air or gas through or spark plugs not firing correctly.” She knew that water in the fuel was much more likely right after filling up, so she marked this off her mental list since she only had a quarter of a tank left. Now as she looked at the engine and all of its connected accoutrement and saw no obvious loose connections or busted hoses, she assumed that at least one spark plug was fouled out with oil or wear but that shouldn’t be enough to kill the engine, she thought but she saw no other obvious cause. She knew how to clean spark plugs with sandpaper but had no wrenches or sockets or sandpaper to remove and or clean them. She learned in that moment how nice it was to be prepared for such things and decided that she needed a small box of tools that just might get her through such break downs. That didn’t help her much in the moment though. She propped herself up on the frame, staring at the inner workings of the car trying to let her mind settle on what exactly was the best course of action. “Do you know how to fix it?” Maddie was alarmed by the questioning voice of what might have been a fairy somewhere above her. It was a blonde, big eyed beauty. “You scared me. I didn’t know this was an inhabitted tree. And, to answer your question, not without some tools.” “Hmmmm. I don’t know anything about cars. My dad does all of that stuff.” “No? My dad taught me some but I didn’t learn as much as I should have. It’s good to know how to handle any situation, is what he used to tell me all of the time. So, you just hanging out?” “I climbed to the top. You can see the school from up there! But, then I tried to climb back down.” “Then what happened?” “I’m too scared to try to reach that branch.” The girl was still a good twenty feet off the ground. “It looked a little different on the way up, huh? I’m Maddie. What’s your name?” “Sarah.” “Well, Sarah, would you like some help?” The girl merely shook her head to the affirmative. “Okay, let’s see if I can still climb a tree.” Maddie’s eyes were already seeing the first three prospective hand and foot holds. It seems as if climbing a tree was a lot like riding a bike in the sense that it all comes back to you very quickly. Of course, climbing trees was always her favorite thing. It was a mind freeing act of rebellion: rebellion against gravity’s challenge to fling her to the ground, rebellion against worried moms everywhere, rebellion against adulthood and supposed proper maturity. Maddie climbed ever higher into memory as her feet left the ground. The smell of the piney bark and fresh needles, the weight of her own body in her grasping hands and stretching legs, the felt breeze too often forgotten in the run of life. She was ten years old again and all smiles by the time she could reach Sarah. Now all she had to do was talk Sarah into trusting her to help her down without letting her fall. “Come here you, I’ve got’cha.” N
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