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Nursing

Cleansing After the Holidays

Onion

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God’s Provisions

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Joseph Thomas Okay, I won’t even get into resolutions, though I always like to set challenges for myself. I won’t speak to the refreshment of a new year, I will simply wish you photo by Robert O. Seat all a Happy New Year full of your purest wishes. Oh, and apologize for my mistakes last month. I left a few small details undone, if you didn’t notice, bless you and if you did, my vow to do better. I will intice you to read on for Nelson and Sandy Barnett’s Perfect Baked Potato, Scott Parker’s Onion myths, Dr. Sandra Massey’s look at Nursing and a brand new Notes from the Clearing from me. Leigh Keller shares God’s Provisions, Cole Keller introduces Peggy, Hannah Rogers talks of post-holiday cleansing, Cherri Rodgers offers laundry savings and Randy Chlapecka touches upon readying the fields. Kacey Burge brings us a great cover to begin our 2019 series, our ninth year and Caroline Beauchamp tells us about last minute possibilities, we have Myers-Davis writing about trust in business, Michelle Foshee announces Harris Medical Center’s Governor’s Award, Annie Solis shares a Greyhound story, we have faces, things to do and so much more. Read on, stay warm and breathe in this good life. 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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Nursing 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.

By 2022, there will be far more registered nursing jobs available than any other profession, according to the American Nurses Association. Nationwide, professional and skilled nurses are always needed. That includes Arkansas and the Northeast Arkansas area. The future is bright for the nursing profession, and the demand continues to rise. The American Nurses Association stated that with more than 500,000 seasoned RNs anticipated to retire by 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the need for 1.1 million new RNs for expansion and replacement of retirees and to avoid a nursing shortage. Arkansas State University-Newport sees this shortage and the impact it has on our local communities. That’s why health professions continue to be programs of significance and focus. ASU-Newport has a variety of ways for students to enter the healthcare industry. Before 2019, ASUN offered programs of study in Certified Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Surgical Technology, Practical Nursing and an LPN to RN Transition Program (ARNEC). This year, a new group of students embarked on a monumental journey at ASUN. Twenty-four students started coursework in ASUN’s new Registered Nursing Program in January. It is a 2-year traditional program designed for students wanting to become Registered Nurses without the four-year commitment. This type of program is a first for ASUN and a rarity across the state. We are one of the only two-year colleges offering a traditional RN program while also offering a transitional program from LPN to RN. ASUN saw adding this traditional pathway as an opportunity to not only serve students but to serve the communities that desperately need nurses. The needs don’t stop in hospitals. As the population continues to age, there is a large need for nurses in assisted living environments, home health and senior housing. With the average salary for Arkansas Registered Nurses being $56,870, the nursing profession can save lives but also change the lives of families. These high-paying highdemand jobs help shape the economy in communities across Northeast Arkansas. ASUN partners with a number of healthcare facilities to better understand their needs and what employment can mean for patients and communities. Unity Health and White River Health Systems are just two that always support our nursing students and health professions programs. St. Bernards

Healthcare and NEA Baptist are two others that continually reach out to our students to either employ them or help them continue their education. These partnerships allow for clinical training outside the classroom that focuses on technical skills, professional relationships and workplace ethics. Thanks to these facilities, our students learn to function and participate as effective team members in the healthcare community. Each year ASUN accepts 104 students into its Practical Nursing program. ASU-Newport and ASUNJonesboro accept 40 each fall semester. ASUN-Marked Tree accepts 24 every spring semester. ASUN is also part of the Arkansas Rural Nursing Education Consortium (ARNEC). This program brings in 48 students between the Newport and Marked Tree campuses in the spring. With the addition of 24 students entering the traditional RN program at ASU-Newport, the college is pushing to provide even more accomplished, trained and skilled workers to the workforce. It is our hope that with the traditional RN program in Newport, more students will have access to quality instruction and see the value of healthcare in Jackson County. ASUN is a community college. It’s your community college. We strive to provide programs that will support the needs of the workforce and change the lives of students and their families. Programs such as these will serve the greater good. We look forward to seeing more blue scrubs across our campus and in the city of Newport. N

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Scott Parker is a native of Harrisburg Arkansas who never felt the need to stray very far from home for any real length of time. He is an amateur Herpetologist, amateur Entomologist, amateur Mycologist, amateur Botanist, amateur Woodworker, amateur Writer, and a professional Dog and Cat lover.

Pet Peeve as defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary is “Something that annoys or bothers an individual very much.” And I was recently reminded of one of my most exasperating peeves...Internet Education. Now, to be clear, I’m not talking about Online Education, i.e. real education obtained via an Online medium, but rather the the increasingly troubling belief that if it’s on the Internet, it must be true... I only caught a bit of the the conversation, but what I did hear was enough to stop me in my tracks. And I quote,” The onion is the most dangerous vegetable in the world.” Slightly less than half of my brain said “ Let it go. Just keep walking,” and I tried. I really did. But the other 51% was absolutely screaming , “NOOOOO!!!! Kill it. Kill it now, before it reproduces!!! I’d heard this one before. According to the Urban Legend, the onion, when cut, becomes a bacterial magnet, drawing in the bad bacteria, concentrating them to the point that each bite of said onion becomes a Hors d’oeuvres of death. According to the tale, it doesn’t matter if said onion is refrigerated, sealed in a bag, wrapped in foil, or even surrounded by depleted Uranium. If you cut it and eat it later, a slow bacterial induced death is the best outcome for which you can hope. Proof of this is offered in the fact that if a cut onion is placed in a “high bacterial” area, such as a shoe, it will turn black over night as a result of it’s “ bacterial absorbitive”( that’s their word, not mine) properties. Now I’m not sure exactly which Nobel Prize winner proposed this line of reasoning, but if I may, Let me point out a few flaws... Actually the onion, due to its’ low P.H. level, is a very poor medium for bacterial growth, and like its’ cousin Garlic, contains a higher than average number of antibacterial compounds. I’m not going to go into detail of the chemical reaction that can cause the color change, but it is just that, a chemical reaction, not “Bacterial Magnetism”. I will agree with them on one point though. If I carried a piece of onion in my shoe all day and attempted to eat it, I would quite likely vomit. I would highly recommend using a lunch box. Another little gem that I’ve heard in the past year was that the Grand Daddy Longlegs spider is actually highly venomous to humans but due to its’ short, weak fangs it cannot penatrate human skin. First, what we here in Arkansas call a Granddaddy Longlegs ( or just Daddy Longlegs) is not even a true spider. It is actually a mite called an Opilionid arachnid. They live in moist, dark places and feed mainly on decaying plant

and animal matter. They have no venom glands or fangs, so as I often say, “ You do the math...” I will agree that if creepy crawlies bother you, their tendency to congergate in large numbers could, under the right circumstances, cause a near terimal case of the willies. And finally, one last one that I actually thought was a joke, but after talking to the individual I came to realize that they were serious. They even directed me to numerous web sites and You Tube videos to prove the point. I read the articles, I watched the videos. I laughed, then I cried, and in the end, I just felt like I needed to bathe in bleach to cleanse myself. Flat Earth. Dear lord, people believe this... There are actually adult humans who believe that the earth is flat. Really. Seriously. Contrary to popular belief, the notion that the earth is flat was never a mainstream belief. Never. Sailors all over the world had it figured out thousands of years ago. The Mayans knew the earth was round. Egyptians knew it before the pyramids were built. The Chinese knew it before the Great Wall was built. The notion that the earth is flat was proposed and propagated by Aristocrates trying to prove that they were smarter than everyone else. And still today, that seems to be the prevailing thought. And I defer to their greater intelligence... I mean who can deny the undisputable evidence, such as... ( And I swear these are real) If the earth were round, submarines traveling in the ocean would not stay underwater because they would eventually come out the side of the sphere... You can prove the earth is flat by taking a carpenters level up in an airplane. Put the level on the arm of your seat. If the earth were round the bubble would go out of level as the plane flew up or down the curve of the earth... (And my personal favorite) .... If the earth were round a basket ball placed in the center of a parking lot, should roll away from were it was placed because all directions would be downhill ... Welllll Alrighty then... Who can argue with that logic? All I can say is that I belive the Earth is round if for no other reason than, that if it were flat, my cat would have pushed everything off the edge by now. Happy New Year! N

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Each week, families seem to do a lot of laundry, amounting to loads of money consumed each year. This month we will look at some ways that you can save money while doing laundry. Hopefully saving money will make laundry a more pleasant chore. Be sure to purchase an energy efficient washer and dryer, which may also be tax deductible. Before you go shopping for you new appliances, do some research on quality energy efficient models, as you want to be sure what you are purchasing. If shopping at a reputable store, seek the advice of a knowledgeable salesperson. Also, all those fancy options are not needed to get clean, dry clothes, so carefully consider what you need in your machines. Purchase only what is needed, as these options can quickly add dollars to the price. Only wash full loads, as this will save money on electricity, water and time. Full loads also result in fewer loads, saving you time to do other things. Wash as many loads as possible in cold water, saving energy in heating hot water. I personally wash everything in cold water, except sheets and towels. Cold water also helps prevent fading and shrinking. Laundry detergents can ‘gunk up’ your washers, decreasing the life of your machine, and detergents are quite costly. Consider using vinegar instead, as it is about $3 per gallon and very little is needed in each load. This simple change

saves you money and keeps your machine cleaned out. Many companies and repairmen I know suggest running vinegar through your washer, as well as dishwasher, periodically to clean the appliance anyway. If you want a pleasant scent, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the water. Also if you are trying to maintain a chemical free home, even most detergents you make are filled with chemicals. If possible, consider hanging laundry outside to dry on sunny days or at least hang laundry out for a short time to cut down on drying time. Purchase or make a drying rack to hang laundry on inside your home. We often tend to dry our clothes too long, so experiment with shorter drying times to save electricity and increase the life of your clothes. Be sure to clean the lint filter regularly to improve air circulation, resulting in shorter drying cycles and helping to prevent danger of fire. Periodically go outside, inspect and clean the dryer vent. They tend to gunk up as well, and a good cleaning will allow for more efficient and less drying time. If you are drying your clothes longer than usual, the dryer vent may be the culprit, so check this before you purchase a new dryer. Also, consider whether you really need those dryer sheets, as these are one of the most toxic products we use in our homes, and you will save money too. You can save money while doing your laundry, bringing a smile to your face while doing this never ending chore. N

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Cole is a third grader at Eagle Mnt. Elementary. He loves Math, Playing outside, laughing with friends and family, tortellini, and of course, dogs.

Peggy is a female dog who is not fixed (she just had a litter of puppies) and she loves children. She is a beagle mix, and is black and tan. She is less than a year old and is up to date on her heart worm meds. She is a medium size dog, which means she would be great for your lap. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know if she is housetrained, but she is great on a leash. Peggy is waiting for her forever home at the Humane Society of Independence County. N

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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.

Speaking of cancer, January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. I wanted to take a bit of space to share information I found at https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/pdf/cervical_facts.pdf.

Happy New Year! We are so excited about all of the At our agency, we look new opportunities 2019 holds. forward every year to the new - new relationships with clients and families; new resolutions for healthier body, mind and spirit; and new goals for the best year ever. A big, big deal for us in 2019 is celebrating 25 years of service to the community as an independent insurance agency! We're extremely proud of our partnerships with numerous, outstanding companies - like being one of very few agencies in the state appointed with ASI (Progressive Home). We're so excited about 2019 and the next 25 plus years! Not only are we experiencing steady growth, we pride ourselves on our client retention. New is wonderful, but there's nothing like seeing the same friendly faces - year after year. Our commercial department is on track for a very successful 2019. We can't wait to serve even more commercial clients. Additionally, our voluntary benefits division (life, health, cancer, disability, etc.) is proudly serving thousands of clients across the state - and growing. We are so grateful for the employers who choose our agency to serve their employee benefit needs. I've enjoyed sharing 2019 from our perspective; however, I hope this has sparked a bit of thought in regards to your personal insurance needs. Personal, not only as in vehicle and home. Personal as in life insurance and our cancer policy.

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Things To Do Batesville Joy of Living Ladies Bible Study The Joy of Living ladies Bible Study are from 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. This community wide, interdenominational Bible Study meets each Tuesday during the school year and is hosted by West Baptist Church. This year the study will focus on the life of Christ. Childcare is provided and all ladies are welcome!

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Annual Membership Banquet will be from 5:30 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. at the Silver Moon located at 2719 Hwy 367. The new 2019 DU merchandise will be on hand. Corporate tables with preferred seating are available for $600 and Premium Corporate Tables are still available. Bronze Sponsorships are available for $250. For more information, or become a volunteer on the Cache River DU committee, contact Thomas (870) 664-0234 or email crosslin@arkansassteel.com. 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/ eyeonjoseph@gmail.com. N

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Harris Medical Center Receives Arkansas Governor’s Quality Award 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.

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The Perfect Baked Potato Nelson and Sandy Barnett met in college. They have been happily married for 58 years and are still having fun cooking and living! Find Sandy’s newly published thriller Dead in the Shadow of Doubt on Amazon. com.

One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato, Four … Nelson and I have just celebrated birthdays so be warned, I think we have reverted back to our childhoods because recently we gave good time to a real conversation regarding this little sing-song game. We remembered it. A gather of kids, putting our fist forward (like small potatoes), and someone also with fist extended would go around the circle counting potatoes as she or he tapped each extended little potato fist. One Potato, Two Potato, Three Potato and so on … but neither Nelson nor I could remember why we were doing this. Well, thanks to Professor Google, now we remember. Kids in neighborhoods, or on school grounds used this method to decide who was OUT, or who was IT, or who was FIRST, and other important childhood decisions. Round and round the song would go until the person whose fist was hit last was OUT, or IT, or FIRST. Possibly you’re wondering why I introduce the Perfect Baked Potato as a One Potato, Two Potato situation. It’s because there is an ongoing, and serious debate about how one Bakes the Perfect Potato. We may have to experiment to decide which one is IT, and which is OUT. There are one or two things most everyone agrees on about baking potatoes: The potatoes for baking are the Russets. The nice, starchy potato, preferable unblemished, WINS. • Scrub the Russets, and pat them dry. • Hot Oven. I usually set my oven at 450 degrees. • Bake for at least an hour, depending on size and number. The Most important thing here is DO NOT RUSH THE POTATO. Do not consider it done until a pierce fork moves easily through from top to bottom. And when you remove it from the oven and cut a slash in it, take a hot pad and squeeze it letting it reveal its luscious white, fluffy interior. But not everyone agrees on the HOWS of how to bake

the best potato. A small aside, don’t talk to me about sweet potatoes. Sweet potato is a misnomer, and yam is an offensive word that gets stuck in your mouth. • To OIL or NOT to OIL? • Are you going to eat the skins? If so, how do you like them, Crispy, or Oiled and tender? We like ours Crispy, so personally, I do not oil them. It’s just a matter of choice. • Are you a Hole Puncher or Not? • And If yes, WHEN do you Pierce them? When they are RAW? Or at some point during the baking? Midway punching works best for me as it does encourage the speed to done-ness, and it is the only way to check on your progress. About half way through the baking, I pierce them several times on one side then turn them over, pierce again and let them continue to bake. • To FOIL or NOT to FOIL that is the question. • I don’t foil. I think it makes the potato sweat! BAKED POTATO SUPPERS • In the coming cold weather months the baked potato makes a lovely, and easy supper. I’m talking the Stand-Alone Baked Potato supper. Here are some potato toppings that we love: • A little salt and pepper and butter topped with Broccoli flowerets. • Or with Homemade chili and a melt of cheese. • One of my very favorite is a recipe I discovered in Maine. A baked potato topped with a flaky white fish (in Maine they used Hake). I have used Tilapia or any nice white fish that will flake. It’s important to salt the fish and refrigerate it overnight. Thoroughly rinse the salt off the fish the next day. Boil the fish in water until done (when it floats it’s probably done), pat dry, crumble the cooked fish on the hot, buttered potato, top with a crumble of crisp bacon, and top that with diced onions. My, my this is like a mini fish fry all in One Little Potato. Yum. • Send some of your Perfect Baked Potato ideas to sandbar38@gmailcom. N

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January 2019

Seniors, Can We Talk?

Over...Unless

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?’.

It’s over! The ads should be gone; telemarketers should stop calling. The 2018 Annual Enrollment (Election) Period for 2019 is over - done for 2019. If you did not select a Medicare Prescription plan or Medicare Advantage plan for 2019, it’s too late (unless, of course, you qualify for a special election period which is another subject). The last day to make a change or enroll in a Medicare Prescription plan or Medicare Advantage plan was December 7. Yes, those plans were guaranteed to be issued, you could not be turned down and they cover existing conditions. There was some confusion as to when the last day to change plan was – December 7 or December 15. December 7 was the deadline for Medicare beneficiaries and December 15 was the last day for someone under age 65 and not eligible for Medicare to make changes. Even though Medicare Supplement plans are not included in the Annual Enrollment Period changes you can make that are guaranteed, many called to inquire about their plan. Actually you may review and apply to change your Medicare Supplement plan any time of the year that you want to. But . . . you must

answer medical questions and you may be accepted or denied coverage. If you are accepted, your premium may be lower or you may have another plan. If you are not accepted, simply keep the plan you currently have – it cannot be taken away from you. Just a reminder that when you talk with your neighbors, friends or family, all Medicare Supplement plans do not have the same premium – even if they are with the same company. The premium is based on where you live, the plan you select and when you enrolled in your plan. Dental insurance has been a popular subject. Even though dental insurance is not related to the Annual Enrollment Period, this is the time of the year that many think of it. More than one person shared that they paid over $4000 this year in dental expenses – crowns, root canals, periodontal work. With no dental insurance these expenses can be a big financial burden; they can really mess up your budget! It may cost a lot to have pearly white straight teeth and to stay out of pain. And apparently so many have large dental expenses that insurance companies are offering new dental plans with higher benefits. An average dental plan may have a $1000 annual benefit available. Some new, improved plans have $1300 or $1500 annual benefit available. Why so many questions and concerns about dental expenses and dental insurance? Medicare does not cover dental expenses unless they are related to a medical condition. Since Medicare does not cover dental expenses, your Medicare Supplement will not cover them either. Maybe you should consider a dental plan. I hope 2019 is a wonderful year for you. Let me know how you’re doing - call me at 501-868-6650 and say “Caroline, can we talk?” N

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Cleansing After the Holidays

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.

Two major holidays within a month can wreak havoc on the body. We tend to overeat and pile on the sugar. January brings us the new year resolution to get healthy and lose weight. To do that, we must first cleanse our bodies of all the junk that we crammed in it the past two months. The absolute best thing we can do for our bodies is to drink bone broth. Of course, homemade bone broth is best, but organic broth is next best. Bones naturally contain a plethora of nutrition that can easily be extracted by simmering the bone(s) in water for at least 24 hours. A good cleanse would include a diet solely of bone broth for at least a week. However, most people cannot do that, so going on a soft food diet is the next best option. Going back to basics and eating like babies is how to get the body operating back the way it should. It takes four days for food to digest out of the body. Starting with a liquid diet will result in less work for the stomach and digestive system, causing the liquid to leave the body quicker. A liquid and bone broth diet will also help heal problems in the stomach, intestine, and digestive tract. Food allergies have even been known to lessen to

a sensitivity, and food sensitivities have been known to heal and disappear. After a week of a bone broth or liquid diet, soft foods should be introduced. A week later, you can include harder foods, but they should be introduced back in the diet slowly and carefully. For example, steak should be worked up to and introduced slowly. Of course, liquids, like veggie or fruit smoothies, should remain in the diet to keep the body healthy, strong, and detoxing. Bone broth should be a regular protocol each month, like doing a four to seven day broth fast once a month to cleanse the body. Drinking plenty of water is key to proper body functioning. Our bodies are made up of approximately 60% water. Hydration is extremely important, as it helps flush toxins out of the body. Ensure that you are using the bathroom frequently (at least once every couple hours) and eliminating at least once a day. Ideally, you need to eliminate no more than eight hours after every meal. Several things can go wrong if dehydrated, like migraines, poor joint mobility and fatigue. Not using the bathroom regularly will also result in a variety of skin and health issues. The most important thing to remember when detoxing is to eat clean and fresh foods. Wash all your vegetables and fruits before eating. Stay away from sugar, processed foods, and eating out. Anything sold in a box, plastic, can, or wrapping should not be consumed. Shop the outside of the grocery store and not the aisles. We should continually follow the saying, “if it doesn’t rot or sprout, do without.” N

Local Faces Eagle Mountain EAST Student Wins a Team Membership Pam Baxter Victoria Nelms (fifth grade) made the 2019 EAST Conference Leadership Team. She was one of two elementary students who made the team out of 255 elementary, middle, junior, and senior high programs and hundreds of applicant entries. She was selected based on her ability to film, document and use advanced editing software. During East conference in March she will use these skills to help the EAST staff document and manage all aspects of conference. Making this team is a huge honor in the EAST World and she is the first EAST student to ever make the team from Eagle. N eyeonmag.com

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January 2019

Southside Honor Choir at Citizens Bank Chuck Jones

Dawn Harris, Music Teacher/Choir Director at Southside Elementary School, brought 70 (count â&#x20AC;&#x2122;em, seventy!) third-graders from the Southside Honor Choir to the Citizens Bank Main Branch in downtown Batesville to perform holiday music. N

Santa visits Eagle Mountain Elementary at Sing a long Pam Baxter Santa showed up at Eagle Mountain Elementaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sing along this week. He ran around and shook hands and even danced with some. N

Santa with Janetta Castlemen and Briley Strecker

Santa is dancing Janetta Castleman Briley Strecker

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Santa visits with some of the Kindergarteners in Ronda Bryant's class.

Eagle Mountain 5th Graders Work on Matter Pam Baxter Eagle Mountain 5th graders in Science and STEAM classes have been studying about matter and how it can change either physically or chemically. If matter makes a physical change it is still the same matter. If it changes chemically it becomes a new substance. The students were mixing baking soda (sodium hydrogen carbonate) with vinegar (acetic acid), and water. The gas in the balloon is carbon dioxide and the liquid in the bottle is sodium acetate. N

Lillian King surprised by the chemical change that happened in her balloon.

From left, Aryan Guardadl, Marcia Hernandez and Lillian King.

Eagle Mountain 4th Graders are Studying Ducks Pam Baxter Leslie Hall's 4th grade class have been studying about Ducks, their habitats, environments, migrations, food, health and feathers. In Pam Baxter's STEAM lab they were able to look at the feathers through miniature microscopes to see the structures of feathers and how it functions. N

From left: Stevi Carter, Wren Wyatt, Alice Knott, and Gabby Barker are examining the feathers under the mini microscopes and drawing and writing what they see in their Duck Journals.

Eagle Mountain Elementary Students Study About Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol Pam Baxter The 4th and 5th grade students at Eagle Mountain Elementary have been studying about the affects of Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol on their bodies since Red Ribbon Week in the Health Lab. Mrs. Susan Parker, the Health lab teacher is a firm believer that education and knowledge are the best preventative measure to keep the students away from these substances. In the pictures the students are wearing Fatal Vision Goggles showing the effects of drugs and alcohol on their vision and the brain. Mrs. Parker gave the students different tests with the goggles to see their abilities. Each goggle was labeled either low, medium, or high as to its effects. N Health Lab teacher, Mrs. Parker is asking 5th grade students Daniel Martinez, Alex Parrish, George Falwell, Yaritza Jimenez, and Taylor Bishop to do specific actions like balancing on one leg to test their abilities.

Senior Ms. Arkansas Fair Queen visits Eagle Mountain Elementary Pam Baxter Senior Ms. Arkansas Fair Queen, Debbie McCluskey, visits Ronda Bryantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first grade class at Eagle Mountain Elementary. The second photograph, she hugs Maci Bryant and the last is her photo with the class. N

Kiwanis Club buys Books for Eagle Mountain Elementary Kindergarteners Pam Baxter The Kiwanis Club of Batesville provided a new book for every kindergarten student at Eagle Mountain Elementary. The Kiwanis K-Kids members enjoyed reading the Kindergarteners their new books. K-Kids read to K 3 - (in the middle) Jordan Roper and Hunter Courtney from the K-Kids club read the Kiwanis donated books to Kindergartener (left) Jose Sales and Kaden Insell. N

Thanksgiving Kindergarten Play at Eagle Mountain Pam Baxter The Kindergarten classes at Eagle Mountain performed a Thanksgiving play for their families. The teachers, Mrs. Skelton, Mrs. Sandlin, Mrs. Blankenship, and Mrs.Bryant, had the students perform with Mrs. Barker reading the play aloud. The students also sang a few Thanksgiving songs for their parents when the play was over. N

Eagle Mountain Elementary Archery Students Display Their Scoring Machine Pam Baxter Eagle Mountain Elementary was awarded an Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Wildlife Grant of $500. The funds purchased a scanner machine for the Eagle, BJHS, and BHS archery teams to use during tournaments. The machine electronically calculates students scorecards. The machine costs $1000.00 so the archers sold Pioneer decals to match the grant. These funds were made possible by fine money collected in Independence County for 2017. N (from left) Isabella Gutiienez, Shannan Fowler, Wilbert Castillio, and Illyana Mena are displaying the scanner machine. 24 Bald Knob . Batesville . Bradford . Cave City . Melbourne . Mnt. View . Newport . Newark . Southside . Sulphur Rock . Swifton . Sidney . Tuckerman

Classic Italy, Tulip Festival Highlight 2019 Schedule for Citizens Bank Travel Club Chuck Jones The Citizens Bank Travel Club has released an ambitious schedule of monthly activities for 2019. “The Travel Club enjoyed a varied calendar of monthly events in 2018, topped by three dozen members exploring the Alpine countries of Austria, Germany and Switzerland,” said Phil Baldwin, Citizens Bank Chief Executive Officer. “We also hosted more than 50 guests on a multiple day tour of antebellum homes during the Natchez Fall Pilgrimage in Mississippi.” The plan for 2019 is to exceed last year’s schedule, Baldwin said, by again offering a premium international trip, a prime domestic excursion, and a wide range of regional activities, including plays, concerts, museums, state parks, historic sites and attractions. Reservations are now being accepted to experience “Classic Italy by Rail” in October 2019, as well as for a May 2019 visit to the annual Holland Tulip Festival in Michigan – a trip that also features two nights at the historic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and additional tours. The entire 2019 Citizens Bank Travel Club schedule includes: “Waitress” – The Tony Award winning Broadway musical will play at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17. “Something Wonderful” – The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra celebrates Rodgers and Hammerstein at Robinson Center in Little Rock at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 9. “Historic Fort Smith” – Experience the rich frontier history of the Fort Smith area on an overnight trip to be held in March 2019 on dates to be determined soon. “P. Allen Smith Moss Mountain Farm & Garden Home” – Tour the gardens, home and grounds of the famed TV host and designer, plus a luncheon, on Thursday, April 11. “Holland Tulip Festival” – Enjoy the European style beauty

Colleen Jackson (from left), Roe Stoneking and Linda Krepps, all of Batesville, pause at the Eagle’s Nest, a Third Reich-era complex built on a summit above the town of Berchtesgaden in Germany. The Eagle’s Nest was one of many interesting sights visited in 2018 by members of the Citizens Bank Travel Club.

and Dutch culture of Holland (Mich.), relax at The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, and more, on May 8-16. “The Sound of Music” – The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family returns to Robinson Center in Little Rock for a Sunday matinee on May 26. “Arkansas Arts Center & Little Rock Central H.S. National Historic Site” – View the Arts Center’s collections, and visit the site of the 1957 desegregation crisis, on Tuesday, June 11. “A Chorus Line” – The Tony Award-winning musical about Broadway dancers auditioning for spots on a chorus line will be performed at the Argenta Community Theatre in North Little Rock on Thursday, July 23. “Branson” – Details are being finalized for a three-day, two-night trip to include “Top of the Rock,” a cruise on the Showboat Branson Belle, dinner theater performances, and more, on September 17-19. “Classic Italy by Rail” – A 10-day trip will begin with two nights in Venice, a fast train to explore the Florence area, and another fast train to experience romantic Rome, October 7-16. “Crystal Bridges & Pea Ridge National Military Park” – View a new exhibition about crystal as art dating back to Ancient Egypt; also visit the site of a pivotal Civil War battle at Pea Ridge, during an overnight trip to be held in November with dates to be determined. “Holiday High Tea,” Garvan Woodland Gardens, Hot Springs – Enjoy flavorful hot teas and light food, then explore over 4.5 million twinkling lights in the botanical gardens on Tuesday, December 10. Space is limited for all Travel Club events, and several activities sell out quickly. To make reservations or for more information, contact Chuck Jones at Citizens Bank, call 870698-6233, or email chuckj@thecitizensbank.net. N

Connie Coots (from left) and Kay Reynolds, both of Batesville, and Doris Lillard of Charlotte, participate in a Citizens Bank Travel Club walking tour of Zermatt, a town in Switzerland perhaps best known because of the famous Matterhorn that can be viewed from almost any place in the village. eyeonmag.com

Above, Shelia and Dan Foley (center) of Batesville pose for a photograph in front of the RathausGlockenspeil, a very large and tall animated clock which is a tourist attraction in Marienplatz, the heart of Munich, Germany. They were part of a group of 34 members of the Citizens Bank Travel Club touring the Alpine countries. To the right, Vanessia and John Ed Smith of Batesville pause along the walkway to enter the Melk Abbey, an impressive Benedictine abbey above the town of Melk in Austria. The Smiths were part of the Citizens Bank Travel Club group that explored the Alpine countries of Austria, Germany and Switzerland. eyeonjoseph@eyeonmag.com

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WRMC Donates to UACCBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lunch Basket Program Hannah Keller Flanery White River Medical Center donated $500 to the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville Lunch Basket program, a campus effort to provide ready-to-eat food items to students dealing with food poverty. This donation was part of the proceeds raised by WRMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Highway to Health 5K. Pictured from left are Kim Whitten, UACCB director of advancement; Jennifer Emery, UACCB retention specialist; Gary Paxson, WRMC administrator (and now CEO); Jody Smotherman, PharmD, associate administrator of graduate medical education at WRMC; and Deborah Frazier, UACCB chancellor. N

Eagle Mountain Elementary has Holiday Greeters at School Pam Baxter Eagle Mountain students had a special Holiday greeter when they showed up for school recently. Bumble, the Abominable Snow Monster (Jennifer Treadway) greeted students with his Snow Machine. The staff and PTO parents spent the evening before decorating the school for the holidays and STEAM NIght, which was held Thursday, Dec. 6th. The theme for STEAM NIght was the Polar Express. N

Bumble and snow greeted students as they got off the bus.

Principal, Byron Difani, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Jessica Ward, Officer Patrick Collins, and Jane Brewer take students out of their cars in the car rider line in the surprise snow.(snow machine)

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UACCB 2018 RN Graduates Hannah Keller Flanery UACCB hosted a pinning ceremony for registered nursing graduates December 7 in Independence Hall. Sixty five students were pinned during the ceremony. Of those 65 graduates, 15 achieved perfect attendance. N

Graduates achieving perfect attendance were front row from left: Ashlyn Candler, Renee Johnson, Ariel Dickson; middle row from left: Kourtney Johnson, Cyndel Armstrong, Dedra Thompson, Jacque Sweeten, Shaleen Ashton, Haley Pyle, Kya Gream; and back row from left: Dennis Swanson, Emily Jines, Josh Wiles. Not Pictured: Denise Binkley, Trisha Venegas.

Recipients of the Nightingale Award were Christian Baxter, left, for the traditional RN track, and Shannon Cover for the online RN track. The Nightingale Award, named after Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, is awarded to the student who not only shows that he or she adheres to the standards that Nightingale set forth, but also incorporates the "heart" of nursing. This award recognizes a student who spends time with the patient who is lonely, listens to a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fears and anxieties and holds the hand of the patient in need of human touch.

We want you to join our team... Recipients of the Academic Award were Ashlyn Candler, left, for the tradition RN track, and Casey Swan for the online RN track. The Academic Award is given to the student who has the overall highest GPA throughout the program.

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Tuckerman Medical Clinic Announces New Provider Annie Solis Marlo Hargrave, APRN, is now accepting patients at the Tuckerman Medical Clinic, located at 100 West Main Street. Marlo will provide primary care, including wellness exams, to patients of all ages. She is focused on providing quality care to residents of Tuckerman and surrounding areas, as well as maintaining direct communication with her patients and the healthcare community. She has been with White River Medical Center in Batesville for seven years, and has experience in heart health, women’s health, and identifying and treating a variety of conditions in children and adults. “I am excited about the opportunity to serve the residents of Tuckerman and surrounding areas at the Tuckerman Medical Clinic,” said Marlo. Marlo obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner from Maryville University of St. Louis, Missouri. “We are fortunate to have Marlo as a member of our WRHS team,” said Gary Paxson, CEO of White River Health System. “She is passionate about the work she does and will do a great job serving the residents of the Tuckerman area.” The Tuckerman Medical Clinic is open 7:00am-5:00pm Monday through Thursday. To make an appointment call (870) 624-2892. N

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UACCB Graduates Prepared to Fill Employer’s Needs in High-Demand Trade Fields Hannah Keller Flanery The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that installation, maintenance, and repair occupations will grow 7 percent between 2016-2026, which will result in approximately 388,200 new jobs. Zach Harber, director of career and technical education at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, said UACCB graduates are prepared to meet the demand for skilled professionals to fill these occupations. “Based on local and regional employer input, there is a major shortage of applicants that have a solid foundation in technical training. Our industrial technology graduates receive a solid foundation in mechatronics, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and thermal systems,” Harber said. “After completing the program, they are proficient in a variety of skill sets that are utilized in advanced manufacturing facilities, HVAC [heating, ventilation, and air conditioning], and welding industries.” Harber said graduates of the industrial technology program would be prepared for positions as maintenance technicians, mechanical and electrical technicians, and technical operators in a variety of fields. According to the 2018 Arkansas Economic Security Report, UACCB graduates in the electrical/electronics equipment installation and repair category had a 92 percent employment rate in 2016 and 2017, including both full-time and part-time employees, within the first year after graduation. The average first-year salary was $33,005, and the average full-time salary was $43,976. UACCB also saw growth in statistics reported for graduates receiving a certificate of proficiency in welding compared to those reported in 2017. The fulltime employment average one year after graduation reported in the 2018 economic security report was 65 percent compared to 58 percent reported in 2017, and full-time average salary reported in 2018 was $32,127 compared to $26,662 reported in 2017. Stacy Gunderman, director of administration for FutureFuel Chemical Company, said employees with technical and mechanical skills would be crucial for upcoming projects in 2019. “FutureFuel expects to have openings for pipe welders, pipefitters, and electricians in 2019. We recently promoted two employees with HVAC experience into HVAC mechanic roles. UACCB's offering of the National Electric Code refresher training allow our electricians and control systems maintenance mechanics to remain up-to-date on code changes and continuing education requirements,” she said. Gunderman added that the company seeks candidates who understand the importance of continuing education and learning. “We are a very different type of industry, and candidates have to be open to learning a whole new way of looking at their craft. Safety first. Quality and attention to detail and procedures always,” she

said. “Although FutureFuel has an internal apprentice program for electrical and mechanical maintenance, applicants are required to have either an associate degree or 4 years of experience in those fields. UACCB's industrial training and HVAC programs have provided excellent feeder candidates for our selection process.” Mike Arnold, owner of Precise Heating, Air, and Electrical Services, said that the training he received in UACCB’s electrical apprenticeship helped him thoroughly understand his trade and was a major factor in him becoming a master electrician and business owner. “Good qualified electricians, electrical apprentices, HVAC installers, and HVAC service technicians are in high demand, and the sky is the limit on the amount of earning potential these tradesmen can make. We have several employees making $50,000 to $60,000 per year at our company,” Arnold said. “We have used UACCB’s existing programs to recruit and employee skilled people for our business. The issue we have in the growth of our company is the low enrollment and completion rates in these types of programs. We have a big need for licensed electricians and HVAC service technicians, which has a starting rate at $35,000 to $40,000 per year with sales bonuses and performance bonuses.” Arnold said he would like to see the number of students in all trade classes double in the next year. “We are seeing a boom in the construction business right now. With the current administration we have in our local, state, and federal government, this is a hot market to be in. The only issue I foresee is that by the time these skilled people receive their certificate of completion and become licensed skilled employees, we could be in another recession with slow growth in construction, so the need for these people to join these programs right away is necessary for everyone.” Harber echoed Arnold’s sentiment that the career outlook for graduates entering any industrial technology field is promising. “There’s a lot of room for career advancement and mobility within these professions. These types of degrees provide a platform to obtain a career that provides a sustaining wage, which allows employees to pursue their life goals,” Harber said. For more information about UACCB’s career and technical programs, call 870-612-2000. N

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Batesville Community Center Brandon Shrader Iron Distance Wellness Challenge offered through Batesville Parks and Recreation was a huge success. December 1st, Batesville Parks and Recreation wrapped up it’s first of many month-long wellness challenges. A total of 83 participants took part in this four-week challenge, of an Ironman Triathlon - a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike and a 26.2-mile run throughout the month of November; individuals & relay teams. 83 participants signed up to complete 9,420.2 total miles, but completed 11,600+ miles. Batesville Parks and Recreation hosted the “The Last Mile” event at the Batesville Community Center to run the final mile together. Then participants along with family, friends, and parks staff celebrated a great achievement. The Batesville Parks and Recreation department want to congratulate the following participants for completing the challenge: Alfredo Aleman, Nathan Hernandez, Julia Allen, Andrey Abramov, Brandie Cannady, Chris Cash, Jared Cook, Sherry Conger, Hayley Cormican, Katie Cruse, Virginia Cruse, Andrew Davis, Chelsey Davis, Madison Denham, Amy Finster, Kevin Fitterling, Melody Fitterling, Victoria Fitterling, Heather Fulbright, Amanda Gay, Ricki Gilbert, Jamie Gooch, Valerie Gunter, David Guth, Laura Guth, Tanya Haigwood, Barry Hammers, Erin Hays, Sadie Helms, Hunter Jenkins, Kathryn Langston, Tim Lawrence, Teighlor McBride, Veta Mitchell, Abigail Millikin, Jake Millikin, Baylie Moser, Jennifer Moser, Amanda Nikkel, Brad Nikkel, Teri Ostrander, Jeff Owens, Shad Pierce, Katrina Pulliam, Kenny Rains, Suzanne Rains, Jacob Rawlings, Julia Roulier, Scott Roulier, John Scarbrough, Robert Simpson, Brandon Shrader, Annie Sonnier, Anthony Sonnier, David Sonnier, Lori Sonnier, Alyssa Stark, Christopher Stark, Kathy Stobaugh, Marie Thorne, Kimberlee Thomas, Kandy Tosh, Jody Tosh, Nisha Viswanathan, Lindsey Weaver, Todd Weaver, Maggie Williams, Zachary Williams.

Vanemburg chosen as UACCB’s 2018 Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Abby Summers Misty Vanemburg’s natural instincts as a caregiver and inspiration from her mother have led her to a successful nursing career. “My mother always wanted to be a nurse but wasn’t able to, so I always had it in my mind, and I’ve always been a caregiver,” Vanemburg said. Vanemburg became an adjunct faculty member at the University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville in September 2013. Prior to that she was a full-time practical nursing faculty member. Her compassion for others and devotion to her students led her to being chosen as the 2018 Outstanding Adjunct Faculty member. Vanemburg was given the news as a surprise. “Mrs. Candler [nursing and allied health division chair] was trying to surprise me,” Vanemburg

said. “I honestly didn’t even know there was an award, but it was still very humbling.” Vanemburg, as native of Louisiana, earned her bachelor of science in nursing from Northeast Louisiana University, now the University of Louisiana at Monroe. She moved to Arkansas in 2001. Vanemburg began her career in medical-surgical nursing, and then worked in dialysis for nine years. She said that while she enjoyed this area of nursing and knows her time there was well-spent, she felt it was time to try something new. She decided to make the transition from caring for patients as a nurse to teaching the next generation of nurses the skills necessary to be successful in the profession. “I always love getting to show the students something new,” Vanemburg said. “Mrs. Candler has always been such a strong leader,

and I love working with the nursing faculty.” When she’s not in the classroom, Vanemburg spends her time “keeping up” with her three children. She and her family attend Compass Church. N

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Last Morning Welcome at Sulphur Rock Lori Campbell

Sulphur Rock kindergartener, Aidyn Holman, is greeted by the Christmas Welcome Crew as she was dropped off for the last day of school before Christmas Break. Greeters included Counselor Mary Eary (Elf), Bookkeeper Jacqui McSpadden (Rudolph), and Mrs. Johnnie Moore (The Grinch).

Santa Clause (played by Benny Goings of the Sulphur Rock custodial staff) welcomes Sulphur Rock students on the last day of school before Christmas Break. School will resume on January 3rd at 8:00 am.

Building Circuits in Sulphur Rockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s East Lori Campbell Sulphur Rock 3rd Grade EAST students, Jack Sullivan and Carson Allender, show off an electric plane they built in EAST. Using an empty cola bottle and a circuit kit, the boys constructed a vehicle that runs on battery power. N

C-Bee Visits Sulphur Rock 2nd Grade Lori Campbell Megan Watson, teaching intern observer and Citizens Bank employee, explains simple banking to 2nd graders at Sulphur Rock Elementary. Teacher Ja-Lisa Harris invited Megan (who is observing in her classroom) to bring C-Bee and Citizens Bank co-worker, Ashley Engles, to teach the children about check writing and banking procedures. N

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In late November, Eye On Magazine, along with other area media was invited to a White River Health Systems Media Day by Michelle Wood, who opened the floor for outgoing CEO Gary Bebow. Bebow retired, at least from this venture and on to the next. We wish him well in all he pursues. Stepping in behind Bebow is Gary Paxson, who Bebow introduced and spoke very highly of. In return, Paxson spoke of Bebow’s mentorship and inclusion in idea gathering from the entire medical staff. Paxson spoke about the many avenues the WRHS will be seeking out to further improve the health system’s quality of care in 2019 and the years to come. N

Village Helps Greyhound Back on his Feet Annie Solis From the moment Tyler Channing (Chan) Johnson, started playing football in fourth grade, he pushed himself to excel at the sport. He comes from a family of men who adorned the orange and black on the football field, and his goal was to continue that legacy. His hard work through the years paid off, and the sophomore earned a starting linebacker spot on the Newport Greyhound Senior High team this year. “Linebackers are considered leaders of defense,” said Chan’s mother, Michelle Johnson. “We were excited when he earned a starting spot his sophomore year.” Unfortunately, the thrill of being a Greyhound starter is not what Chan would remember most about the night of August 31. During the first game of the season against Pottsville, a town more than two hours away, Chan was injured. On a third down play during the first quarter, Chan had his opponent in his sights and went for the tackle. As he did, another player drove into his left leg. “I didn’t realize anything had happened at first,” said Chan, who thought the strange position of his foot was just his shoe coming off. The look on everyone’s faces told him otherwise. “My first reaction was to try to put my foot back in place. I guess, because I didn’t feel any pain, I thought I could just do that and it would be fine.” Seeing Chan’s reaction, Chan’s senior teammate, JT Haynes, rushed to him and held him down in order to prevent him from touching his severely dislocated foot. EMTs attending the game from Newport rushed on the field with coaches and other Greyhound staff. Michelle was riding to the game with family and was

about 10 minutes away when her cousin, Trey, received a call. It was Michael Long, a family friend and Chan’s peewee football coach, explaining what happened to Chan on the field. After the conversation, the family’s destination changed from Pottsville High School to a nearby hospital where they would meet the ambulance. Meanwhile, back at the field, Chan was assisted by a number of medical professionals and loaded into an ambulance. Although his mother hadn’t arrived, Chan was far from alone. “My village was with him,” said Michelle. Michael and Janet Henderson, close friends of the family, stayed by Chan’s side until the ambulance left the stadium. When Chan arrived at the hospital, Michelle, Cayden (Tyler’s brother), Trey, and Trey’s wife, Charity were waiting on him. His cleats and pants had to be cut off to assess the damage. Chan felt no pain, just a sensation he can only best describe as “burning cold.” X-RAYs revealed a broken fibula, and a severely dislocated ankle. Several hours later, they were discharged and advised to find an Orthopaedic provider close to home on Monday. On Saturday, September 1, desperate after a long and sleepless Friday night, Michelle made the decision to call Alison Tubbs, LPN at the Newport Diagnostic Clinic (NDC), a clinic affiliated with White River Health System (WRHS). “I knew how bad his foot looked on the X-Ray and how uncomfortable he was. I was concerned that he couldn’t wait until Monday to see a physician. I didn’t know what to do,” said Michelle. Alison had given Michelle her telephone number when she and NDC provider Nicole Lawson, MD cared

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for Michelle’s grandfather years earlier. “My grandfather called Dr. Lawson ‘daughter,’” said Michelle. “They truly cared for him, even on his last day.” She had not needed the number since, but was thankful she had it. “It was like a phone tree. Alison asked for pictures. Trey and Charity were with me and they were able to send pictures while I gave reports over the phone. Alison called Dr. Lawson immediately, and Dr. Lawson called me. She was in tears because she has been my children’s doctor for years, so my kids are like family to her,” said Michelle. “I’ll never forget it. She asked me which Orthopaedic physician I wanted for Chan. I told her Dr. Carpenter from Batesville because he had taken great care of my uncle. She got off the phone with me, I got up to get Chan a drink, and before I walked out of the kitchen, I received a call from a number I didn’t recognize. It was Dr. Carpenter.” Dr. Dylan Carpenter, Orthopaedic Surgeon at the WRMC Orthopaedic Clinic and Sports Medicine Clinic, happened to be on call that weekend at White River Medical Center (WRMC). “I was in shock when he responded so quickly. I had to take a moment to process it. He asked for more pictures. We sent him all we had, and he called me back 20 minutes later and said that I needed to bring Chan to WRMC first thing the next morning. When I hung up on that phone call, I began to cry from relief.” The next morning, an entourage of family and friends sat in the waiting area of WRMC while Chan was in surgery with Dr. Carpenter. The procedure, expected to take about 30-40 minutes, was originally to consist of a seven inch plate, seven screws, tightropes to secure the tendons, and ligament repair. Once Dr. Carpenter saw the damage from the inside, it was determined more was actually needed, and the surgery lasted nearly an hour and a half. “WRMC was wonderful. When we walked through the door, a woman showed us where to go by walking with us, and even came and checked on Chan later that day. The surgery staff was extremely professional. People checked on him all day. Even Alison drove to Batesville and visited him.” The visiting didn’t stop once they got home. Several members of the Greyhound team filled the Johnsons’ home when Tyler was feeling down about his injury. “I had a house full of football boys. They were on the couch, in the floor, wherever they could sit. They kept him company and made him smile, and that’s when I knew he was going to be okay,” said Michelle. She added that Dr. Lawson and Alison also made trips to see Chan at home after his surgery. “They would come over on their lunch break and check on him. When he developed a fracture blister, they told us what to do. When he developed nightmares from the trauma, they got him the help he needed to get through that.” He also had a number of family members and friends visiting him as well, and pitching in however they could. Michelle said her Aunt Cheryl Cross has been an anchor for her throughout this entire process. She adds

that she doesn’t know how she would have made it through without her mom, Linda Reed, and extended family member, Barbara Lee, who helped her manage Chan’s therapy appointments and doctor visits. With a strong will and support from his medical team, recovery team, football coaches and team, community, and little brother, Cayden, Chan was able to put weight on his foot in just two months. “There’s only so much I can do to help Chan physically because of his size. Cayden really stepped up to help his older brother. Chan would not have been able to heal as fast as he has without Cayden’s help,” said Michelle. “He did everything I couldn’t,” said Chan about little brother, Cayden. While Chan continues on the long road to recovery, he finds comfort in knowing he has so many people in his corner. “Dr. Carpenter is one of the best doctors I’ve ever met. Dr. Lawson and Alison are like mommas to me, and are always checking on me. Josh McIntosh, Dr. Carpenter’s APRN, always lifts me up when I’m down. There are people at WRMC I wish I could go back and see.” He also gives a large amount of credit to his family, his Greyhound coaches and teammates, and members of the community who have been by his side every step of the way. He specifically mentions teammate and classmate since pre-K, Weston Henderson. “Weston has shown me how good of a friend he is in both good and not-so-good times,” said Chan. “Everyone played a role in this dire situation,” said Michelle. “So many people have gone above and beyond to help and support Chan. It’s not only about family and extended family. It’s truly about the village. They really stepped up in this process and I couldn’t be more grateful.” N

Tyler Johnson (center) with WRMC Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic staff Josh McIntosh, APRN (left) and Dylan Carpenter, MD (right).

Tyler Johnson (center) with (L to R) brother, Cayden Johnson; Alison Tubbs, LPN at the Newport Diagnostic Clinic; Nicole Lawson, MD at the Newport Diagnostic Clinic; and mother, Michelle Johnson.

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In The Field with Randy

Getting Ready

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 sit here and compose this article on December 17, 2018 there are still fields that haven’t been harvested yet. By the time you read this it will be 2019 and planting season will already be just around the corner. Many farmers will likely not be excited about the prospects of starting another one due to the harvest that seemed to go on forever and the low commodity prices. But life goes on and we’ll have to get ready whether we want to or not. Part of that “getting ready” is selecting soybean varieties. Soybean variety selection is based on the herbicide technology you want or need. That makes things somewhat complicated currently due to the uncertainty of dicamba regulations in Arkansas. The Federal label has been extended for 2 years with changes made as to who can legally apply the herbicide along with the dates it can be applied and buffers that must be adhered to. The Arkansas State Plant Board has approved a draft regulation that would allow applications of dicamba through May 20. The proposed rule includes a one mile buffer zone around research stations, organic crops, non-tolerant dicamba crops and other sensitive crops for applications taking place from April 16 to May 20. Also part of this regulation is a restriction on mixing glyphosate with dicamba applications from April 16 to May 20 as this has shown to have the potential to increase volatility. This draft must be approved by the Governor. If that happens, a 30 day public comment period will take place prior to the Plant Board’s final vote on the revised regulation. Until things are finalized, it makes it hard for a

Tales of a Transplanted Fashionista God’s Provisions

Leigh Keller is a high school guidance counselor at Batesville HIgh School and the director of the BHS Glass Slipper Project. She lives in Batesville with her son, Cole, and a pack of dogs.

I have laid awake many a night and wondered how on earth I am gonna pay that electric bill, or how I am going to manage raising that little person with all of his needs, and get my car fixed, and my air conditioning, and my plumbing. It seems at times if my finances are in check, I think of other things to worry about, like if my child is being bullied at school, or if he is learning, or if the girls in my small group were kind to others this week, or if others were kind to them.

soybean farmer to know what to do as far as selecting varieties. Some are wanting to plant Xtend (dicambatolerant) soybeans but obviously need to know if they will be able to apply dicamba for weed control and some are wondering if they need to plant all dicamba-tolerant beans for self defense. So why all the fuss about dicamba-tolerant soybeans? There are really 2 primary answers to this question. One is that some of these varieties have shown very high yield potential and the other is that dicamba represents another herbicide mode of action to use for broadleaf weed control, specifically pigweeds. The more modes of action we use and alternate, the better the chances of avoiding resistance. On the negative side, dicamba can cause significant damage to a host of susceptible broadleaf plants if not kept on target. This can be difficult under certain conditions due to the volatility of dicamba. Volatility means that a herbicide, once applied, can convert from a liquid or solid into a gaseous form several hours after application and lift and move elsewhere to condense on plant or other surfaces. There is an experimental formulation of dicamba that has shown a tremendous reduction in volatility in trials and that certainly shows promise for the future. Hopefully, a way can be worked out where dicamba can be used on dicamba-tolerant soybeans without damaging other crops and plants. Regardless of what happens with regulations this year, we know that we can successfully grow Liberty Link soybeans in pigweed fields and the varieties continue to improve. If you don’t have a significant pigweed problem, then Roundup Ready and conventional soybeans can be grown successfully. Enlist (2,4-D tolerant) soybeans are getting close as well. For more information, feel free to contact me through Farmers Supply Association at 870-318-0739 (cell), my e-mail is randychlapecka@gmail.com. N

If you’re not careful, worry and fear can absolutely consume your peace and your rest. Over time (and with Dave Ramsey) your finances become a matter of sometimes mind over matter, over choosing priorities (I don’t need any new clothes, ever, and we can cook at home now, and go to the beach this summer) over wants. And more often than not, you worry for nothing, and whatever giant trouble or fear that is consuming you will never come to pass. A new friend of mine is going through the terrible pain of divorce, and wondering about how her new life is going to look, with the finances and with the emotional pain and loneliness. I remember that painful chapter of my life, and wondering when exactly things would turn around for me. Well meaning people tell you all kinds of things, like God closing that door (it always felt like it had closed with my fingers in it, ouch) and how life was going to be so much better. In the middle of that storm, I remember feeling like

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the world would not stop spinning, and I would never get my footing. I do remember a pastor preaching about God’s provision for me, if I just kept pushing on. My sweet friend says that she wants to know when exactly things will get better, tomorrow? Next week? Next month? Because people keep telling her of God’s promises for her life. One of the most difficult parts of God’s provision is that it rarely looks like what you had in mind, it’s usually a much more creative pathway to the end goal, and that terrible pain does have a purpose. That phrase about what doesn’t kill you making you stronger is true, as much as you would probably rather not go through the painful experience to get that strength. I recounted to her my own story of God’s provision in my life. In 2009 I was a counselor at Fayetteville High School, and then made the decision to leave all that behind (the glamour!) to move to Batesville, get married and have a baby, my one true love, Cole. I remember being so excited about my new chapter, but still sad that I may not ever get the opportunity to be a counselor again. We had made the decision that I would be a stay at home mama for a bit, and then I was teaching colorguard on the side. When opportunity knocked for me to add some part time advising in, I did that too. One day, the band director mentioned to me that the high school principal wanted to talk to me about teaching Spanish, so off I went, not even thinking it was an interview. I ended up walking out of there with a full time teaching job, and I wasn’t even sure that I wanted it. I never ever saw myself going back to the classroom. After two years of teaching Spanish (in a portable building that sometimes did not have electricity, Wifi, heat or air...it truly felt like sometimes we were simulating language immersion in a third world country) a counseling position came open, I applied and got the job. Around that same time I was going through my own divorce, wondering how on earth I would provide for my sweet child by myself, how I would make it, and when

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Mr. Gary Paxson will officially step into his new role at White River Health System this month, as Chief Executive Officer. He was named CEO in August of 2018 in preparation for Gary Bebow’s retirement in December. He brings with him a wealth of experience from his start as a bedside ICU and ER nurse to his background in nursing informatics. He would be an invaluable asset to any organization with the vast array of knowledge he has gathered from each rung of the ladder he has climbed in his roles as Chief Information Officer, Chief Quality Officer, and hospital Administrator. WRHS is fortunate to have this man leading the way into 2019. The Kokomo, Indiana native brings a unique perspective to his new position. One that is deeply rooted in his passion for nursing and integrated with his fine-tuned leadership skills that he’s honed in the various areas of healthcare that he’s been an integral part of over the past several decades. Paxson gives us a glimpse into both his personal and professional life; genuine, authentic and eloquent. Getting To Know the New CEO, In His Own Words…

Who are the people that influenced your life the most? First, my father who demonstrated a positive work ethic, how to lead with strength and humility, a genuine faith and service to Jesus Christ, and the wonderful use of humor. Second, my brother-in-law, Dave Gray. I am the youngest of 3 kids, and the only son in my family. While I love my sisters, I thoroughly enjoyed hanging out with who would become my brother-in-law upon marrying my older sister. Dave taught me how to drive a manual transmission car, shoot a gun and other positive ways to embrace manhood. Can you share a bit about your family? I have been married for 25 years (in May) to my beautiful bride, Jody. We have 3 children; Bryce (22), Bekah (19) and Ben (15). Bryce has graduated from Moody Bible Institute with a degree in Youth Ministry; Bekah has graduated from UACCB’s cosmetology program, and Ben is in 9th grade with a dream of one day working for NASA. What are some of the most important things you try to instill in your children? For my wife & me, raising our kids is a true joy. We take our responsibility seriously and look for ways to make memories whenever we can. Our sincere wish is that they remember fondly the years they spent in our care and that we remain close even when they move out on their own. We recognize the biblical responsibility of raising and providing for them, we strive to provide them a safe, loving environment with the opportunities to 38 Bald Knob . Batesville . Bradford . Cave City . Melbourne . Mnt. View . Newport . Newark . Southside . Sulphur Rock . Swifton . Sidney . Tuckerman

take chances, serve others, worship God sincerely, work hard, play hard and know that they will always be loved unconditionally. What is your educational background? I graduated from St. Anthony College of Nursing in Rockford, IL with my BSN in December of 1994. I completed my MS degree in 2012 at Bellevue University. The degree was Information Systems Management with a concentration in Healthcare Administration. Can you tell me a bit about your professional background? Where did your journey begin? What has been your experience leading up to the current role as CEO? I started my career as a bedside nurse. When we were expecting our third child, I pursued a daytime position in the field of nursing informatics. This role introduced me to a wide variety of healthcare departments and the business need for each of them to work well independently as well as together. It was this role that ignited a passion for the business side of healthcare and the skills of strategic planning, project management and organizational leadership. I had two excellent mentors, Pam Duffy & Heath Bell who showed me how to be a great leader, engage employees, and make decisions that are in the best interest of the organization you serve. I

was honored to be promoted with additional leadership opportunities and began my pursuit of a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree with the ultimate goal of becoming a Vice-President within a hospital. It was WRHS that offered me my first VP level role as Chief Information Officer in 2012. I filled this role until 2015 when I was asked to expand my role into the Chief Quality Officer, which added more operational responsibilities. In January of 2018, I was named Administrator of WRMC with full responsibility for the hospital operations. Finally, the board named me CEO of WRHS in anticipation of taking Gary Bebowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role upon his retirement. How has your prior experience equipped you for your new role? What skills and talents are you bringing with you? I have been blessed with a unique set of experiences in my career. I firmly believe that my bedside, clinical background is the most powerful tool in my arsenal, as it connects me back to why I entered Healthcare in the first place and keeps me on focus for what needs to be done. The experience in designing and collecting data to make informed decisions is invaluable across all business lines in Healthcare as well. Lastly, I have had the opportunity to work in change management throughout my career and be exposed to every functional department of the hospital industry. These items combined have helped

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prepare me to understand our industry well and lead our team members and community in understanding what Health means and how we, as a Healthcare organization, can fill that need with excellence. What are you most excited about, stepping into your new professional role as CEO? The opportunity to set a vision and begin working to ensure that our culture closely supports our employees being valued, protected and supported to reach that vision and ultimately, seeing our community connect with and finding the value in our vision and mission. What are some of your ideas of what’s to come, what can employees, patients, and the community expect? We have already begun the journey with our employees to generate a greater level of engagement with them. We want to recruit and retain people with a similar passion for healthcare and create a culture that is attractive to new comers, and create a desire for long-term employees to continue their career at WRHS. Our vision statement states that we want to “provide an environment where patients CHOOSE to receive care, employees DESIRE to work…” These words do not need to be just words on a wall, but what drives us daily. We are placing great focus on not only general business accountability, but also how we care for our own employees so they desire to remain employed with

us and subsequently where our community feels the passion and compassion in our care and choose to allow us to meet their needs. The sincere fulfillment of our vision statement is what our employees, patients, and community should expect. What are your motivations, the driving forces behind what you’d like to accomplish? The majority of my motivations stem from past experiences. I have worked for an organization that lived through a transition of raising the standards from average to excellent and saw what it did for employees and patients. As a nurse, I have been trained to be a patient advocate at all times. Casting a vision for an organization to aspire to keep improving and serve our employees and patients in a greater manner aligns with both my personal training and draws on past experiences which provide great motivation to me personally.

What are you passionate about in your personal and professional life? Personal life- I am very passionate about my family. I am blessed with a beautiful and talented wife and 3 wonderful children. Spending time with them and enjoying every moment we have together is very important to me. Professional- I am passionate about high quality patient care. What we do every day in healthcare is to care for people. Often, patient’s

presence is not voluntary or desired. It is a privilege to care for those in need, provide empathy through their journey and, when possible, return them to a state of health. Creating a positive culture that attracts staff members with this same passion and strive to provide excellent care to every patient, every time is truly my sincere professional passion. Any outgoing message you’d like to send to Gary Bebow as you officially take your new position? I personally want to thank Gary for the opportunities he has given me and the subsequent risks that were taken. He has given me many opportunities since my arrival that have helped me grow in my career. When taking the time to thank him for those opportunities, he has always stated “you earned them”. However, without taking the chance on me, the opportunity would not have existed. I will forever be grateful for those opportunities. N

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Notes from the Clearing Surviving Accidentally Joseph Thomas

You know, it was the where that got me, gets me still, not the when or how, but the where. It was dark and I was alone. I had a free weekend and I was psyched to watch the Ursids Meteor Shower. It was the last one of the year, December 22 from dusk to four-ish. Which meant it was cold, about thirty-eight degrees at its low. It had been dry, so ice on the roads was not an issue, but cold was aplenty. I took plenty of water and snacks, jerky and trail mix, and had a full tank of gas in the ole’ Jeep. I had dressed warmly in layers, brought along a jacket and a heavy coat, as well as a thick blanket. All I had left to worry about was where to go. I needed a dark area with little to no man-made light. I had been thinking about it for two days and thought I had a fine spot decided upon, The Noose. The Noose was what the local kids called a large lime stone formation four miles south of my hometown. There were local scary tales about how many men, women and children were hung there to grant the area such a name, but I believe it had always been where the kids like to hang out and get into trouble, so the noose was a play on hanging out. I have no proof, but I have a feeling whatever terrible things might have happened upon this soil in the sands of time before us, a gaggle of hanging a hundred years ago was not a part of it. Anyway, the area was perfect for its darkness, its seclusion and because I knew it well. Yes, I was a local teen-age hooligan and had my share of alcohol upon and around The Noose. I was twenty-eight at the time, healthy and fit, single and eager for a night out with just the stars and the radio. The drive was perfect and my mood equally festive. It wasn’t until the star show was over that I knew I was in a bind, though, I’m such an optimist, it wasn’t until the next day that I knew I was in real trouble. N

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