Water's Edge Magazine NOVEMBER 2022

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Meet Lily, a pretty 1 year old DSH cat. This sweet girl enjoys a nice soft kitty bed with a blanket over it to hide and sleep. She knows her name, Lily, and will talk to visitors at her cage. Lily loves head scratches, but isn’t fond of being picked up and held. This sweetie also loves playing with cat toys. She would be best with adults.

Lily’s adoption fee is $60.00

this includes first shots, worming, and sterilization. Anyone interested in adopting Lily, please go to heberspringshumanesociety.com and complete an adoption application. A volunteer will contact you to set up a meet and greet appointment.

Pretty and Petite Gwen is a 1 year old miniature Foxhound brought to the shelter as a stray. Gwen is very shy around people and learning to trust humans in her foster home. She wants to be part of a family badly, but just doesn’t have the confidence yet to join in with family activities, instead she watches from a distance. She loves running and playing with other dogs and needs to be in a home with other dogs. If you want a rewarding challenge to transform a shy sweetheart into a confident sweetie, pick Gwen. She needs you!

Gwen’s adoption fee is $100.00 and this includes sterilization, shots, and worming with an optional microchipping and registration for an additional $20.00. We have a dog park to check compatibility with existing dogs. Fill out an adoption application at heberspringshumanesociety.com If your application is approved, a volunteer will contact you to set up a meet and greet appointment.

WE Writers and Staff

Gina Slagley is a co-owner of Water’s Edge magazine, a contributing writer, and sales representative for W.E. She lives in Jackson County and has two adult children and eight grandchildren. Her goal for Water’s Edge is to bring the reader’s a collection of stories, photographs, interviews and moments together in each publication that they will enjoy and be proud of.

Gina brings over twenty years of print publishing experience to Water’s Edge and knows that local matters.

Kimberlee Dannette Thomas is a Chandler, Oklahoma native. She relocated to Jackson County in 1986. She has five children, five grandchildren, is co-owner, creator, and ad builder for Water’s Edge and Eye On Magazine. She is recognized from her years of cohosting Cable Channel programming in Jackson and Independence County. She earned her Associates from ASUN in Fine Arts.

Joey Thomas is a native of Grubbs, a graduate of ASUN, a novelist, a freelance graphic designer for hire. He is a graphic designer and writer for this publication. He is elevated by five children, five grandchildren and is attempting to evolve at every turn.

Cynthia Herrin is a contributing writer for Water's Edge. She lives in Heber Springs with her husband and two kids. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Harding University and currently sits on the Heber Springs Chamber of Commerce Board. She has a background in advertising, radio, marketing, photography, and now real estate.

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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS: Gina Slagley, Kimberlee Thomas. GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Joey Thomas.

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Opinions expressed in articles or advertisements, unless otherwise noted, do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Publisher or the staff. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information presented in this issue is accurate and neither Waters Edge Magazine or any of its staff is responsible for omissions or information that has been misrepresented to the magazine. Copyright © 2021 Waters Edge Magazine All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without the permission in writing from the Publisher. All pictorial material reproduced in this book has been accepted on the condition that it is reproduced with the knowledge and prior consent of the photographer concerned. As such, Water’s Edge Magazine, is not responsible for any infringement of copyright or otherwise arising out of publication

Cover Photograph submitted by Rouse Family

Cover Design by Joey Thomas

editors note

Here we are, looking the Holidays right in the eye! I can hardly believe it, how fast the months go by!

The older we get the more I see it speeding up, and the more I’d like it slow down!

While I do enjoy the hustle and bustle of rushing about town and picking just the right gift for family members and friends, I want to make sure I remember to enjoy the small stuff that happens during that time, like hot chocolate with the grand children and the decorating process itself, the family gathered around and the fabulous meals we enjoy together!

Enjoy your month with Thanksgiving and take some snapshots of the small events that will surely fly by! - Gina Slagley

“Time does not change us. It just unfolds us.” Max Frisch

WE Neighbor of the Month

Sarah Shannon grew up in Beebe, AR and is a 1998 graduate of Beebe High School. She attended college at ASU-Beebe and the University of Central Arkansas where she received her undergraduate degree in elementary education. Sarah, later earned her masters degree in educational leadership from the University of Arkansas.

“In my 20 years in education I have been a 1st grade teacher, 5th grade teacher, pre-k director, elementary assistant principal, elementary principal, high school assistant principal, athletic director, and high school principal. I have been married to my husband, Curtis, for 20 years. He is a history teacher, football coach, and softball coach at Heber Springs High School.” The Shannon’s have two girls, Lakyn (15) who is a sophomore at HSHS and Linley (11) who is in 6th grade at HSMS. She says they love all things sports, spending time outdoors, and cheering on the HOGS together. “I am truly excited and honored to be a part of the team at HSES and the community of Heber Springs. My family has been welcomed with open arms by families and community members of Heber Springs. I take the responsibility of being an educational leader very seriously. The students at HSES are the future of our school and community. I love working closely with the staff, parents, and community to ensure our students are receiving the academic, personal, social, and emotional support they need for success in life.”

How Time Flys

Sarah Shannon

TIS THE SEASON OF

This season, as you think about how to honor or remember your loved ones, consider making a gi in their name to the 2022 White River Health Foundation Life Lights campaign.

This year, different tribute packages are being offered. All levels of giving include publicly acknowledging the names of those honored or remembered on White River Health’s website and social media pages, the monitors in the lobbies at White River Medical Center, and in local news publications. Acknowledgement cards will be mailed to individuals honored or families of those remembered.

Other levels of giving include a commemorative keepsake ornament that will go to your honoree or their family, and/or an acknowledgement in a special tribute video that will go on the WRH Foundation Facebook page.

For more information on packages, or to give to Life Lights in someone’s honor or

scan the QR code, visit our website, or call (870) 262-1834. All Life Lights gi s support White River Health Cancer Detection and Treatment Services.

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Earl and Rachel Moore are both originally from the Batesville area and moved to Heber Springs in 2006. Their daughters are graduates of Heber Springs

Schools. They are a tight knit family and love living in the Heber Springs community. They opened Arrow’s in 2013 where they offer a vast collection of American café diner foods. If you are looking for “Comfort food” then look no

loans.

They offer fried chicken, pork tenderloin, chicken and

along with a large collection of specials suited to serve the southern

meatloaf,

employs over 30 people from the Heber area. Earl proudly shared, “We have great folks here who come alongside and provide support and concern for each other.” The couple has worked in and operated other

but they find it very satisfying to serve the community of Heber Springs.

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Keep Calm and Bang Chains

different shots. I began competing when I was 10.”

Thomas began by playing the local tag match with the local Mossy Bluff Disc Golf Club, “It is mainly adults, but there are a couple of juniors that will play sometimes.” His hours of practice earned him 2nd place at the Junior World Disc Golf Championship for the MJ12 division in July of this year. He shared, “I also won the Arkansas State Amateur Championship this past summer.” His mom, Kati, added, “At age 11 he was the youngest to ever win this championship. He played at the highest amateur division MA1 and was one of the few juniors there, so he was mainly competing against adults.”

Thomas enjoys playing in all the tournaments, “I love being around other people that love disc golf as much as I do. There are not a lot of people that play disc golf that are my age in this area, so it is

Disc Golf: noun - A game in which a concave plastic disc is thrown into each of a series of metal baskets situated on an outdoor course, the object being to complete the course using the fewest possible throws.

Local Heber Springs Middle School Student, Thomas Rouse, is an energetic 12 year old who is working his way up through the ranks of Disc Golf champions. He credits his dad for setting his course, “My dad played a lot so I had stacks of discs and baskets always available around the house. He took me to the Mossy Bluff course when I was little and that’s where it started. I would throw for hours trying

Kimberlee Thomas

really cool to travel and get to play with kids my age from all over the country at Junior Worlds.”

Thomas’s persistence has paid off and he is now proudly sponsored by Dynamic Discs. Thomas shared, “Dynamic Discs is the company that sponsors the Pro disc golfer, Ricky Wysocki.” Wysocki is a professional disc golfer based in Fort Mill, South Carolina who turned pro in 2010. He is a 2 time PDGA – World Champion and is considered one the best players in the world. As of May of this year he is rated the second highest player in the world behind Paul McBeth. Wysocki signed a 4 year / 4 million dollar contract with Dynamic Discs in January of this year.

Dynamic Discs is a company born out of the desire for owner, Jeremy Rusco, to find a way to pay for his new found interest in disc golf when he was a student at Emporia State University well over a decade ago. In the years that have passed since his first home dyed disc began selling on EBay the company has grown

exponentially. Out growing minivans, trucks, an attic and three basements the company made the move to their current location at 912 Commercial Street, Emporia, Kansas in 2011. Since then the company has continued to grow and expand at an extremely fast pace. They began and continue to sponsor tournaments, players and even found time to create their own line of discs. Today, Dynamic Discs serves as home to nearly 50 employees between the retail store and Dynamic Distribution. They have over 100 sponsored players and a vast array of disc golf gear. They are constantly working to help players become better disc golfers through their social media presence, YouTube videos, and educational programs.

So, as you can see Thomas is in good company with his Dynamic Discs sponsorship. Thomas is also sponsored by Persimmon Ridge Resort in Greenbrier, “It has one of the top disc golf courses in the country.” Persimmon Ridge

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is ranked 12 in World’s Best Disc Golf courses and is located at #1 Fairway Drive in Greenbrier. Their expansive and intricate course was exclusively designed by Matt Loyd of Dynamic Discs. The Persimmon Ridge courses invite you to get in touch with your inner champion, and Thomas has done just that.

When asked what advice he would give another young person interested in the sport of disc golf he offered, “Practice is everything.”

Thomas is the son of Jamie and Kati Rouse, owners of Rouse Fly Fishing, an award winning Orvis endorsed outfitter. He has an older sister, Allie. The family shares their home with 3 rescue dogs and 1 cat. When not playing disc golf Thomas enjoys playing soccer for United with Coach Tate and he also enjoys being outside playing with his dogs.

Sponsored by - Tina Moore Allstate

Heber Springs Area Chamber of Commerce Casino Night will be Thursday November 3rd at 6:00p.m. at the Red Apple Inn & Country Club. This is a networking event filled with excitement! Professional dealers will be there with Blackjack, Roulette & Craps games! Chips can be traded in for raffle tickets for the opportunity to win fun prizes! *Chips have no cash value and are for entertainment only. Attire: Glam it up Vegas style or come as you are!

Tickets are $30 for Chamber members and $35 for nonmembers. You can find more information and purchase tickets on our website at https://cca.heber-springs.com/ EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=ARHS. If you need assistance registering, please call the Chamber office at 501-362-2444

SAVE THE DATE for Heber Springs Christmas Open House. November 5th 10a.m. - 5p.m. and November 6th 1p.m. - 5p.m.

Heber Springs Christmas Open House will be held Saturday, November 5th from 10am - 5pm and Sunday November 6th from 1pm - 5pm. Make plans now to shop/ eat at the local participating stores for your chance to win a $1000 Grand Prize! The grand prize includes a weekend stay at Lindsey’s Resort, a facial from Omorfiá Aesthetics, gift cards and CASH!!! Find a list of participating stores on the City of Heber Springs FB page.

ASU-Beebe’s Evening of Hospitality scholarship fundraiser dinner, will be held from 6-8:30 p.m., on Nov. 10, at the Red Apple Inn in Heber Springs and will feature the Kathy Brown Band and a silent auction.

This year’s event will be held in memory of Steve Storm, the first instructor of math and science at ASU-Beebe Heber Springs and proceeds will help to fund the Steve Storm Memorial Endowment Scholarship.

Individual tickets to the Evening of Hospitality are $100. Tickets may be purchased online at asub.ticketleap.com or ordered by phone at 501-882-8855. The deadline for registration is Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022. Read more about the event at the following link: https:// www.asub.edu/.../posts/evening-hospitality2022.aspx

Check out the Heber Springs Community Center’s weekly schedule for great classes for the entire family. www. cityofhebersprings.com

This fun event was created by the Heber Springs Fire Department to raise money for local cancer patients.

Stachetober

year, Stachetober brings the community together

show

and fake mustaches.

mustache.

The Heber Springs Community

Sara Freeman,

of

Board at

Just a few of the folks celebrating Chamber of

2022 Stachetober adult contestants. Stachetober

Jason Robitaille and Jeffrey James aka Hulk Hogan, the first place mustache winner.

Lila Williams with her creative mustache.

The females support Stachetober.

Stella Tubbs and Sydney Sugg showing off their staches. Westlyn Burris with her prizes.

Student of the Month

Samantha (Sam) Gilley is a Senior at Heber Springs High School. She is currently the Senior Class President, Student Council President, and FBLA President. She is a member of the Lady Panthers Soccer Team and will be the first Heber Springs High School student to complete all 4 levels of Stagecraft. After graduation, she plans to attend ASU Beebe to pursue a degree in Theatre and obtain her Paramedics Certification. From there she plans to transfer and begin the process of becoming an ER Doctor.

Samantha Gilley

Freshman

Brett Dwyer

Homecoming QueenCristina Garcia

Junior Maid Eva Jones Junior Maid Lauren Dudeck

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The Rotary Club of Cleburne County is proud to say that the 2022 Ozark Trail Fest was a success! The club has been working on this eventsince February and the hard work paid off. We had over 70 vendors, live music, a dog show, a pageant, great food and the weather was perfect! This event is the way we raise money for our high school scholarship program and we also support other non-profits in our county! To be able to see the fruits of our labor and give back is so rewarding and we are looking forward to a even bigger and betterevent in 2023! Mark your calendars for October 6-7 2023.

-Tina Moore, Treasurer and Past President of Rotary Club of Cleburne County

Cynthia Herrin

are no longer having issues. It’s kinda nice to know we made a difference with those people.

WE see you

The Rotary Club of Cleburne County is proud to say that the 2022 Ozark Trail Fest was a success! The club has been working on this eventsince February and the hard work paid off. We had over 70 vendors, live music, a dog show, a pageant, great food and the weather was perfect! This event is the way we raise money for our high school scholarship program and we also support other non-profits in our county! To be able to see the fruits of our labor and give back is so rewarding and we are looking forward to a even bigger and betterevent in 2023! Mark your calendars for October 6-7 2023.

-Tina Moore, Treasurer and Past President of Rotary Club of Cleburne County

Notes from the Clearing

Joey Thomas

And, as if it were spoken by the very Universe, the lightening struck. The boy didn’t hold any certainty that he had commanded it, but it felt as if there were the slightest possibility; that this one time he was given validation for his potential. He tried again and again, with the arrogance that he wished to drop and leave behind, but the Universe had more lessons to teach; such as modesty, patience, hope, and acceptance in the not knowing. Conducting lightening, even once, even with no proof or witnesses to hold him in reverence, even for a moment, still allowed him the hope that he could be anything; that he could one day know more; one day know everything worth knowing.

Kadie Riggs andFoster Herrin

Senior Maid Madison Clemons

Senior Maid Riley Baily

Sophmore Maid Jovie Smithson

Heber Springs Panthers 2022 Football Schedule

SENIOR HIGH FOOTBALL

August 16 @Beebe (AAA Benefit Game) 6:00

September 2 @Clinton (Battle of The Little Red) 7:00 September 9 Southside 7:00

September 16 Jonesboro Westside 7:00 September 23 *Cave City (Homecoming) 7:00

September 30 *@Bald Knob 7:00 October 7 OPEN OPEN October 14 *@Lonoke 7:00 October 21 *Stuttgart 7:00 October 28 *Harding Academy 7:00 November 4 *@Riverview 7:00 November 11 PLAYOFFS TBD *Conference Games

JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL

August 16 @Beebe (AAA Benefit Game) 5:00

August 25 @Southside 7:00 September 1 Clinton 7:00 September 8 @Jonesboro Westside 7:00 September 15 *Riverview 7:00 September 22 *@Cave City 7:00 September 29 *Bald Knob 7:00 October 6 OPEN OPEN October 13 *Lonoke 7:00 October 20 *@Stuttgart 7:00 October 27 *@Harding Academy 7:00 *Conference Games

7TH GRADE FOOTBALL

August 25 @Southside 5:30 September 1 Clinton 5:30 September 8 @Jonesboro Westside 5:30 September 15 Riverview 5:30 September 22 @Cave City 5:30 September 29 Bald Knob 5:30 October 6 OPEN OPEN October 13 Lonoke 5:30 October 20 @Stuttgart 5:30 October 27 @Harding Academy 5:30