Horseshoe Review

Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas Come Spend a Weekend or a Lifetime...

It started as a dream by two brothers. They started with 5,000 magnificent acres of natural beauty in the Ozark foothills in June of 1963.

Brothers William and Richard Pratt created 56 subdivisions in 14,000 acres, eight miles long and four miles wide. A major attraction was the free flowing Strawberry River, which carved a large loop through the park-like setting. And, thus the name became Horseshoe Bend.

From Ozark wilderness to a full service community, this well-planned city boasts recreational lakes, a marina and RV park, championship golf courses, hotel and timeshare accommodations, restaurants, tennis and bowling, plus full city services, including an airport.

share/pool/RV park, public library, churches, bowling alley, music theater, shuffleboard, parks, walking trail, horseshoe pitching and mini-golf.

What began as a retirement community, Horseshoe Bend now enjoys two and three generations of family involvement in its 60th year.

Diamond Jubilee... Celebrating our 60th Anniversary!

The city became incorporated September 24, 1969, electing the first mayor, recorder and city council on December 16 that same year. Population at that time was 321. More than one quarter of the new residents were from Illinois, with another quarter represented from Missouri, Iowa, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Various new churches were established with the Catholic, Lutheran and Episcopal each being the first of their denominations in Izard County.

The development of Horseshoe Bend created many new jobs for residents in the area, including construction jobs.

Horseshoe Bend amenities now feature two golf courses, a municipal airport, four lakes, including 640 acre Crown Lake with a full service marina and RV park, a hotel/resort/time-

The city has been honored with Arkansas’ Safest City award, chosen Volunteer Community of the Year, an Arkansas Community of Excellence, and is now designated a Purple Heart City.

Boasting a wonderful way of life, and rightfully so, the city of Horseshoe Bend offers not only a beautiful place to live, but a community that reflects pride and determination.

Proud of our 60th anniversary, you bet, and even more proud of “the place we call home.”

So if you are considering retiring or relocating, then you really should take the time to visit Horseshoe Bend and meet some of the friendliest folks anywhere. The carefree lifestyle enjoyed by residents and guests of Horseshoe Bend is unforgettable. One visit may change a family's outlook on vacationing, resort living, retirement and the future!

www.horseshoebend.org

Photo/Adam Davies

Aerial view of Crown Lake

President: Jeanette Hilliker

Vice President: Lauren Jeffery

Treasurer: Tiffany Sitton

Secretary: Brandy Gore

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Bo Chevallier

Denise Beavers

Yvette Grisham

Donny Dawson

Beth Burnett

Nancy Houdek, Office and Volunteer Coordinator Serving:

From the President...

Horseshoe Bend Area Chamber of Commerce

As we enter a new year, we are looking ahead to a great year. Serving the tri-county area for over 30 years, the Horseshoe Bend Area Chamber of Commerce still provides a tourist information center packed with information for visitors to Horseshoe Bend, and also the residents.

The information center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A welcoming volunteer will be there to greet you and answer any questions you may have, and provide you with informative brochures of things to go see and do.

We have sent out 2023 membership packets and we welcome all residents and businesses to join the chamber, not only Horseshoe Bend residents and businesses, but all the surrounding areas to join the chamber.

We promote local businesses who join the chamber, on our website and Facebook page, as well as place your business cards and materials in the brochure room at the chamber. The room is well stocked with tourist information, manufacturers coupons, etc. We also provide Horseshoe Bend information like our annual full color glossy magazine,The Horseshoe Review, to tourist centers all around the state.The Horseshoe Review is put together every year by our local paper and helps to get Horseshoe Bend out to the public.

Our first quarterly Chamber General meeting was March 16 and the next meetings will be held in June, September and November. Meeting dates, times and locations are published in the local paper, the Pacesetting Times.

Our first annual event is Dogwood Days on April 22. Plans have been in motion for a few months for this year’s event which falls during the 60th anniversary of Horseshoe Bend.

We continue to receive donations to the Horseshoe Bend museum. The museum is growing and brings back so many memories of the past 60 years. Stop by and check it out. The Chamber Board of Directors and Volunteers appreciate you!

The Board of Directors are proud of our volunteers for all the hard work they do daily. Also a big Thank You to Nancy Houdek, Volunteer Coordinator, for keeping a volunteer scheduled to open the Chamber daily. It is a team effort and it has worked for over 50 plus years.

Cordially submitted by Jeanette Hilliker, Chamber President

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Cover photo by Diann Dennis

HORSESHOE BEND AREA CHAMBEROF COMMERCE

Chamber /Member Events 2023

• Music in the Mountains Show, Every Third Saturday and announced on Facebook

• Spring Citywide Yard Sale, First Saturday in April

• Dogwood Days, Fourth Saturday in April

• Fourth of July Parade, July 4

• Fall Citywide Yard Sale, Second Saturday in September

• 6th Annual Sod Buster Golf Tournament, June 10

• The Buck Stops Here, Retail Promotion, month of August

• 32nd Annual Bradshaw Memorial Eagles Golf Tournament in September

• Trunk or Treat, October 31

• Annual Chamber Mixer in November

• Festival of Trees, December 2 and 3

• Santa at the Chamber, Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 2

Annual Dogwood Days Festival

Fourth Saturday in April

Held annually around the time the Dogwood trees are in bloom. Features food and craft vendors, entertainment and lots of games for the kids.

Music in the Mountains/Horseshoe Bend Theater Show

Held every third Saturday of each month at 6 p.m. Admission by donation. Located in the lower Diamond B Mall.

July 4th - Independence Day Celebration and Parade Parade at 10 a.m. at town center. Food vendors. Flotilla on Crown Lake at 5 p.m. Fireworks at the Golf Course at Turkey Mountain at dusk. Free parking, donations appreciated.

Spring / Fall Citywide Yard Sale: Spring - April 1 * Fall - September 9

Lots of yard sale action going on citywide and community wide. Pick up your listing at the chamber office starting at 8 a.m., and get shopping!

Trunk or Treat - October 31

Instead of trick or treating door to door, your kids can go trunk to trunk. Decorate your trunk and enter the contest! Crown Lake RV Resort. Festival of Trees - December 2 and 3

See trees displayed at Cedar Glade Resort. Enter the contest and your tree may be a winner!

Christmas Parade/Santa at the Chamber - December 2

Come on out, watch the parade (lots of candy, guaranteed!) and visit Santa at the chamber office, tell him what you want for Christmas! Ride the Santa Express. Horseshoe Bend is proud to be apart of the Annual Arkansas Trail of Holiday Lights during November and December!

Mission Statement

The Horseshoe Bend Area Chamber of Commerce is a leadership organization committed to preserving the unique qualities of the area. Their mission is to function as a catalyst for area businesses and organizations in promoting and developing a positive environment that makes this city an attractive choice for both new and relocating residents and businesses.

Contact the Chamber at 800-239-9338 or 870-670-5433

www.horseshoebend.org

Dogwood Days

Memorial Day Ceremony

Fourth of July Parade

From the Office of the Mayor...

Horseshoe Bend, the hidden treasure in North Central Arkansas. Our unique fast growing city hosts a small town attitude which welcomes all. The population represents a wide range of professionals, entrepreneurs, artisans and blue collar workers. Looking to the future, come experience our big little town.

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Horseshoe Bend offers four wonderful lakes. Crown, Diamond, Pioneer and North for public use. Box Hound Marina Resort and RV Park provides a sandy beach, boat rental and full tackle shop. Fishing, boating, swimming, water skiing, tubing and more are available for your enjoyment. Canoeing or kayaking on the Strawberry River is also a favorite. Two golf courses are available for your enjoyment, Turkey Mountain and Cedar Glade. Numerous parks are scattered throughout the city for picnicking, walking, relaxing and fishing. Two resorts that provide rooms for lodging are Crown Point and Cedar Glade with RV parking and hookups. Crown Point offers indoor and outdoor pools, mini putt golf, sandy beach and Papa Dick's Restaurant. Fly into our beautiful airport which is centrally located. Want to get closer to nature, come and go horseback riding at Summit’s Valley Shire and Sports Horses on wonderful woodland trails.

Horseshoe Bend City Hall at 870-670-5113 or the Chamber of Commerce at 870-6705433 can answer your questions; we are here

to assist you. Our unique small town attitude begins with natural wild flowers, large assortment of trees and quaint country style roads. Abundant wildlife of white tail deer, black bears, bald eagles, trumpeter swans, fox, coyotes, cardinals and squirrels all within the city. Our city streets off Route 289 represent quiet country roads. We have a faith based city with many houses of worship. God's grace can be seen throughout our great city.

Playgrounds are scattered throughout the city. Open air farmer's market provides fresh local food and crafts or shop at our very own hometown market. Our Neighborhood Fresh

Market features wonderful fresh fruit, produce, meats, best sandwiches and pizza in town. Some of our other businesses include Natural State Relics, Therapeutic Solutions (a holistic approach for a sound mind and body), Joe Beavers Photography Studio and Gallery, Dollar General, Family Dollar/Dollar tree, The Bend Git n Go (a gas and convenience store), Sparkle Tanning & Boutique, and Vito's Asian Restaurant.

Our urgent care clinic, local drugstore and ambulance provides for any medical service you may need. We are proud of our volunteer fire department and honorary police department. Horseshoe Bend is home of the American Legion Post 344 and the Order of the Eagles Aerie 3431, serving veterans. Join one of our clubs, Garden Club, Boating Fishing and Sportsman Club or secure an acting role in the Little Theater Group. Play men's or women's golf or horseshoes or simply relax reading a great book in our beautiful library. Our theater in the Diamond B Mall features great local and featured musical entertainment known as "Music in the Mountains". Our charity golf tournament schedule runs throughout the seasons.

Come and enjoy the fun, the people, in this special place called Horseshoe Bend. A place to see, a place to be, a place to live your life. Hope to see you soon. All are welcome here.

Mayor Duane DeLair

Duane and June DeLair

HORSESHOE BEND, ARKANSAS! HORSESHOE BEND, ARKANSAS!

It is one of the brighter stars in the galaxy of retirement heavens and more people are becoming aware of its shining appeal every day. In the midst of this Arkansas aura is a special brilliance called HORSESHOE BEND!

Horseshoe Bend offers a special peace and quiet and yet this serenity has a magic about it that also creates an atmosphere of excitement and youthful energy. There is a unique enthusiasm that bounds in “The Bend” and it can only be appreciated by a personal visit to this area.

An experience that could change your life, forever.

Add all of the emotional qualities together with an environment of clean and refreshing air, lakes and rivers, plus a setting in the scenic Ozark foothills, and the picture is perfect. One can enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, golf, and scenic trips through the country.

It’s loafing and leisure at your pace and the price is right!

For the retiree... it is a relaxing, safe and economical lifestyle where taxes are low, spirits are high and the benefits are endless. With the number of organizations that function weekly and monthly in the area, there is never a dull moment. It is easy to keep your “things to do” card more than filled.

We are an active and close knit family that is more concerned with “making history” than just sitting around and “being history.” You gotta experience it to believe it!

So, come on down! Or up! Or over!

Horseshoe Bend can be reached from any direction. And the trip may change your life, forever.

You Are Invited...

to come have some fun!

Over 60 years ago two brothers began to build a dream on their 5,000 acres of natural beauty nestled in a horseshoe-shaped bend in the Strawberry River. Today, their dream has grown to include 14,000 acres and become the largest incorporated city in Izard County, Arkansas.

Boating~ Fishing

Swimming ~ Tennis ~ Golf Plus the Best in Local Entertainment!

Horseshoe Bend has it all!

www.horseshoebend.org

Crown Lake in Horseshoe Bend. Photo/Hugh Chapman

Box Hound Marina & Resort began with a dream for owners Ed and Laureen Sac who moved to Horseshoe Bend from Chicago, Illinois over 32 years ago. Avid fishermen and outdoor fanatics, the Sacs fished almost every weekend so when the chance occurred to buy the business, they left the city and made the move. Many additions and improvements have happened during those years with the addition of six drivethrough RV sites that overlook Crown Lake, a white sand beach and volleyball net, roofs over the boat stalls on the water, enlargement of the bait and tackles shops, just to name a few.

Just last year they added brand new Yamaha 4-stroke motors to their rental boat fleet and upgraded the RV Park. Box Hound is open March through October and will take reservations for cabins or RV spots during the closed season.

Box Hound Marina, Resort & RV Park

Crown Lake is the largest lake in Horseshoe Bend boasting a ten mile shoreline and 640 acres of pure beauty which are a favorite destination for water sports and fishing. Bring your own boat or rent a fishing or pontoon boat to take a leisurely cruise around the lake. A full-service marina, Box Hound offers a mechanic who is available by appointment and the store is stocked with a full line of parts and accessories for the boating enthusiast.

Fishing is one of the most popular activities with many species available from black bass, crappie, catfish, and many species of bream. The tackle shop is a one-stop shop offering a variety of rods and reels, baits, terminal tackle and just about anything needed for catching the “Big One”. Free fishing advice is always available.

The white sand beach offers a volleyball court, picnic pavilion, and swim dock. In addition, they have air conditioned and heated, one and two bedroom cabins for rent just steps from the lake with a private dock for cabin guests. The cabins are available year round and have wifi capabilities.

Involved in many community activities, Box Hound hosts the annual Kids Fishing Day in conjunction with the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and the Horseshoe Bend Boating, Fishing & Sportsman Club which introduces many local children to the outdoor activity of fishing.

They also host a spring fishing tournament which raises funds for charity.

Past recipients have included Arkansas Special Olympics and The Friends of Horseshoe Bend Animals, a non-profit 501c3 organization that helps support animals and their owners in Horseshoe Bend and surrounding communities.

The owners, Ed and Laureen have created a family oriented resort which is unparalleled anywhere. They decided to step back last year, so running the day to day operations has gone to their son Scott who has grown up around the water.

You can visit their website at www.boxhoundmarina.com or follow them on Facebook at Box Hound Marina & Resort. Give them a call at 870-670-4496.

Horseshoe Bend Municipal Airport - Schatzman Field

Fly in and enjoy a "country airport" in the city with no landing or ramp fees and free transit tie downs. Horseshoe Bend Airport is located in the beautiful foothills of the Ozark Mountains of North Central Arkansas. The runway is well maintained at 4,525 ft. by 60 ft. paved. The airport provides easy access to all of the community attractions.

If golf is your interest, fly in and play at the Golf Course on Turkey Mountain which is adjacent to 6M2, call ahead to the pro shop with your ETA and a cart will be waiting at the Pilot's Lounge for you. We also have a golf course at Cedar Glade Resort in Horseshoe Bend.

Local realtors are happy to pick you up and show you the local listings. There is also a courtesy car and a competitively priced 1OOLL self-service credit card fuel pump available 24/7.

For additional information visit www.airnav.com/airport/6M2.

Brick Oven Pizzas & Calzones

Hot Sandwiches & Crafted Salads

Pasta Dishes

1600 Ivory Lane, Horseshoe Bend

Medical

Medical Massage is result-oriented and the treatment is specifically directed to resolve specific conditions.

Therapeutic

Therapeutic Massage is the manual manipulation of the body’s soft tissue, and it is generally used for the reduction of stress and pain.

Ladies Horseshoe Pitching League

by Nancy Houdek

Looking for a little exercise in the early morning hours, making new friends and having great fellowship? Then the Ladies Horseshoe Pitching League is the place to come.

We have been in existence for more than 25 years. We pitch on Thursday mornings, starting the first week in April, and pitch for ten weeks. We start at 8 a.m. and done by 9 a.m. We have eight teams with four on a team. If you have never pitched before, don’t worry; as you get a handicap. If you don’t have horseshoes, don’t worry. We always have extra ones laying around.

So, if you’re looking for something to do, or just want to get involved socially, come out and join us. We’re a fun group of women, and our ages range from 25 to 80’s.

The pits are located on Club Road, across from the swimming pool and library. If interested in pitching, call Nancy Houdek at 870-670-4302 or Patsy Britt at 870-371-1326.

Izard County Master Gardeners

The Izard County Master Gardener Program is offered by the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service and is designed to increase the availability of horticultural information and improve quality of life with horticultural projects. Goals are implemented through the training and employment of local volunteers.

Izard County Master Gardeners meet on the first Monday of the month at 9 a.m. Locations of meetings vary. Training new Master Gardeners is done annually usually in February or March provided enough people sign up to take the class.

Objectives of the Master Gardener Program

To expand the capabilities of the Cooperative Extension Service to disseminate horticultural information to individuals and groups in the community.

To develop community programs related to horticulture. Depending on the needs of the community, these might be landscape improvement activities with civic groups, horticultural therapy projects with nursing homes, or home demonstration gardens designed to improve conditions of minority and/or low-income groups.

Enhance 4-H programs through gardening projects. For more information contact mpaskewitz@uada.edu or call 870368-4323.

HORSESHOE BEND HONORARY POLICE

The Horseshoe Bend Honorary Police are dedicated volunteers who provide several services for the community at little or no cost to residents and business owners. Their primary objective is to provide the Mayor and Izard County Sheriff’s Office with an active reserve police force, consisting of civilian volunteers who are not commissioned police officers.

The Honorary Police observe and provide surveillance; perform security checks of commercial buildings, private residences, and City/MRID properties. They also perform traffic control at city events/parades. During extreme weather conditions, the Honorary Police conduct, free of charge, welfare checks to city residents to ensure their well-being. Please contact City Hall at 870-670-5113.

JOINTHE HORSESHOE BEND AREA

CHAMBEROF COMMERCE

Email: hsbchamberboard@gmail.com

Website: www.horseshoebend.org

870-670-5433 • 800-239-9338

Enjoy a Picnic on the Strawberry River

A picnic area on the Strawberry River is an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon. As you are travelling from Horseshoe Bend to Franklin on Hwy 289, the area to the left of the Strawberry River bridge has been transformed into a beautiful place to enjoy picnics, fishing and swimming, with a public access to launch your canoe.

A boat launch, the pubic access to the Strawberry River, is located on the right side of the bridge. The land for the launch was donated to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission by the Thiele family of Horseshoe Bend.

Horseshoe Bend Garden Club

57 Years of Beautifying the Community

The Horseshoe Bend Garden Club was formed in 1966.

Over the years, much planning of improvement have been made such as concrete curbs, wide concrete ditches to prevent flooding, name signs at both ends of the Garden Park, a metal gazebo with mbenches on a concrete pad dedicated to club members.

The purpose of the Garden Club is to beautify Horseshoe Bend. The Club meets the second Thursday of month from March to June and September to December at the Horseshoe Bend Library. Social time begins at 1:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 2 p.m. Guests are welcome anytime, “bring a friend.”

The Garden Club projects include Garden Park maintenance and decorating a Christmas Tree for the Parade of Trees. Community services include recycling aluminum can, July 4th parade and decorate Garden Park for the holidays.

The Garden Park is for people to enjoy everyday. It is great to see people eating their lunches and relaxing in the park. It is an important part of the community and that is the reward to the members of the Club.

The Garden Park is to be enjoyed by you: the community. Thanks for all the loyal support from the residents of Horseshoe Bend.

Cedar glade resort and country club

AMENITIES: WiFi, continental breakfast, remodeled rooms, pets welcome in some rooms, some rooms include Jacuzzi tubs, refrigerators, coffee service and microwaves, cable television.

ON-SITE ACTIVITIES:Fishing Cedar Glade’s private, 40-acre fishing lake. This beautiful body of water is surrounded on all sides by the natural serenity of Arkansas’ famous Ozark flora and fauna and is stocked regularly with bass and catfish for its campers’ fishing pleasure. Golf Cedar Glade’s tournament-level golf course, a highly esteemed par-three, 18hole course complete with Bermuda grass, the premium surface for high-level play. The course itself also offers club and cart rental to get its patrons playing even if they forgot their gear.

OTHER ACTIVITIES:Tennis, Shuffleboard, Volleyball, Bocce Ball, Horseshoe Pits.

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TELECARE

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Hole Par 3 Golf Course

18 Hole Par 3 Golf Course

Tennis Court s Horseshoe Pits s Shuffleboard

Volleyball s Bocce Ball s Exercise Facilities

Fishing s RV Campsites s Online Bookings Stocked Fishing Lake

Telecare of Horseshoe Bend has been in existence since 1978. It is a service that is free of charge for those that request it in the community. Each participant is called every day of the year, unless they request otherwise. It is a one-on-one conversation each and every morning.

Telecare has an answering machine so that a participant may leave a message if they are not going to be available at the time calls are made. Some participants have lifeline, but they still choose to have the one-on-one conversation each morning.

Anniversaries s Weddings s Honeymoons

Anniversaries s Weddings s Honeymoons

Family Reunions s Business Conferences

Family Reunions s Business Conferences

s Lobby Gift Shop s Jacuzzi Bath Tubs s

s Spacious King & Queen Suites s

s Standard King & Double Queen Rooms s

All Rooms Have:

WiFi s refrigerators s Microwaves

Coffee Makers s Hair Dryers s Irons

Large TVs with Dish Network as a provider

Some volunteers wish to call from their own homes, whether it may be bad weather or they are not able to get into the Horseshoe Bend Area Chamber of Commerce office that day. In that case, they will get messages off the answering machine and proceed with calls.

If a designated neighbor or family member cannot be reached to check on the participant being called, the Izard County Sheriff’s Office will be dispatched to perform a wellness check. Most participants belong to the Key Program, in which the police department has a key to the individual’s home.

Telecare hosts an annual luncheon that is always a good time for participants to meet the volunteers who call them every morning.

If you are a resident or are planning on moving to Horseshoe Bend, please check out the service. If you would like to become a volunteer, Telecare would like to hear from you. Telecare is located in the Chamber office, located at 707 Third Street in Horseshoe Bend, and can be contacted by calling 870-670-5433. Please listen for prompts and press 2 for Telecare and leave a message.

For more information, contact Kathy Skattum at 670-5537 or Nancy Houdek at 670-4302.

The Legion Act signed July 30, 2019 made all veterans who served after December 7, 1941, eligible to join the American Legion. Do you need help with the VA? Join the American Legion; we can help. Join the American Legion if you want to continue to help and serve our community. Your membership not only supports our Post, it gives the Legion a voice in Washington D.C. Join the Horseshoe Bend American Legion. Call Bob Johnson at 870-670-5834. Membership is $35 per year.

ICC Choir at Veterans Park Ceremony

Past Post member

Daughters of the American RevolutionHonorary retirement of flags

Recognize our flags

Veterans Rehab

Camaraderie Food Pantry donation

Pioneer Village - Retirement Community

50th Anniversary of Continuing our Strong History Building a New Vision for the Future

Pioneer Village was organized in 1973 as an affordable retirement community for adults 55 and over, who enjoy an independent and active lifestyle. The 64 home community is located close to many of the amenities Horseshoe Bend has to offer. Homeowners must become members of the Foundation, which elects a Board of Directors. A modest monthly fee from each owner covers the maintenance, taxes, and insurance of the common property, as well as mowing and leaf removal of the private lawns.

The community clubhouse has a spacious dining room, kitchen, activity rooms, an office and four restrooms. The community swimming pool is a popular spot to relax from the end of May until early September. All amenities are for use by members and their guests. All homes surround two beautiful, spacious parks with sidewalks leading from each backdoor to the parks, and every owner has easy access to the pool and clubhouse.

For more information about Pioneer Village visit our website at www.pioneervillagehsb.org or call 870-6704194.

Beta Sigma Phi Sorority

by Jo Siebert

The Horseshoe Bend Beta Sigma Phi chapter is part of the Beta Sigma Phi International sorority, a women’s organization established during the Great Depression during a time when women needed a social, cultural, and educational environment in which to thrive.

The Horseshoe Bend chapter has grown into a fellowship of women working to support each other in friendship as sisters, meeting monthly for refreshments and the congenial sharing of ideas and plan making for the group. An educational program frequently occurs during these meetings.

Kathy Duncan and Marlene McMullin have served as Co-Presidents

for the 2022-23. They have led the group in activities from a fundraising nut sale to an ice cream social for area first responders, to celebrations for senior sorority members’ 90th year birthdays.

Fundraising dollars are distributed to scholarships, the area’s Christian Community Food Outreach, the Arkansas Sheriff’s Ranch and Tunnel to Towers. Back the Blue t-shirts are sold with proceeds supporting a scholarship designated for police officers’ children to help bridge educational opportunity gaps when an officer passes away.

As sisters in spirit, members always know there is someone to turn to when they are low or need a listening ear or a shoulder to lean

on. When members return from a hospital stay, they will be checked on and homecooked meals are delivered by people they know and who care about them. Greeting cards remind sisters that important times are not forgotten. Through “Secret Sister” we can have a little fun surprising each other. We take part in local events from Trunk or Treat to parades. There is an annual convention members may attend and events locally or around the state that members can partic-

ipate in. The sorority provides yellow roses to be placed on the caskets of members as a final token of friendship.

Members’ husbands, our envoys, are included in events throughout the year. We appreciate them being there and helping when needed. We are excited to have new members. If Beta Sigma Phi sounds like your cup of tea, please reach out to us through the Horseshoe Bend Area Chamber of Commerce.

Abby’s Dog Park is located at the corner of Parkway and Cardinal Streets in Horseshoe Bend, next to Veteran’s Park.

Abby’s Dog Park began five years ago when Bob and Theresa McCarty formed a dog park committee; donations were raised in just five months to put up the fences for our Dog Park.

There was no dog park for a 50 mile radius, so the committee decided to build one where folks with or without fences for their dogs

could meet and bring their canine companions. Along with donation jars in local stores, generous donors raised enough funds to put in a beautiful area for large and small dogs.

Signs, freezeless faucets, tables and benches have been added. Nearby towns have visited Abby’s Dog Park to use as a model for their towns.

Won’t you come and visit and bring your furry friends? Abby’s Dog Park welcomes you!

by James Elliott, Coordinator

accepts newspapers, magazines, shredded paper and books; tin cans, aluminum cans; #1 and #2 plastics, look for the number in the

triangle usually on the bottom of the container; corrugated cardboard, the cardboard with the wavy layer in the middle.

The Recycling Center does not take scrap metal, foam, electronics of any kind, any plastic other than #1 or #2, tires, carpet, beds, glass, flat (non-corrugated) cardboard, appliances, furniture.

Friends of Horseshoe �� Bend Animals ��

by Carol Fahrenberg

One plus one does not always equal two especially where kittens and puppies are concerned. That’s where we come in.

Who are we, you ask? We are the Friends of Horseshoe Bend Animals, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been in existence for over 24 years. We’re all volunteers dedicated to helping the animals in our area lead better, healthier lives in their forever homes.

During 2022, we provided spay/neuter vouchers for over 346 cats and dogs. In the past seven years, we have helped over 2,000+ animals, thereby reducing the number of unwanted pets.

The Friends of Horseshoe Bend Animals provides pet food to our local Community Food Outreach Mission so that low income pet owners can keep their pets at home rather than having to give them up. We also cover the complete vetting of cats and dogs that are adopted from the Horseshoe Bend Animal Control facility.

HORSESHOE BEND FIRE & RESCUE

Horseshoe Bend Fire and Rescue has been around for over 45 years.

From its origin of Commissioners to Fire Chiefs, we have provided 24/7/365 protection to the City, with training, growing, serving and changing to meet the needs of the town.

History

We worked alongside the Horseshoe Bend EMS, a volunteer group of EMTs, trained and certified to provide basic emergency care or transfers from hospital to hospital as the need arised.

The City had two ambulances housed under City Hall along with a training room for them to hold meetings and training classes.

The only way we are able to continue working to improving the lives of the animals in our area is through the support of our community, friends and donations for which we are very grateful. We meet at the Horseshoe Bend Library every third Monday of the month at 2 p.m. If you have any questions about our group or are interested in joining, please contact us at 870-373-2649. You can also follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/friendsofhorseshoebendanimals or visit our website at www.friendsofhorseshoebendanimals.com.

With changes in Medicare and staffing, it was hard to schedule enough people to keep trucks staffed and reimbursed. The Volunteer Ambulance Service disbanded, sold equipment, one ambulance and donated the newest AMD to the Fire Department to create the Horesshoe Bend Fire and Rescue Department in 2000.

Today

The new “rescue truck” was converted from an ambulance. We started training First Responders through the Fire Academy and out of 29 firefighters, we had 12 certified Firefighters/First Responders that could provide care to a patient who called 911 in an emergency.

Our First Responders were trained to do CPR, provide oxygen, bandage wounds, take vitals and treat what they could on a First Responder protocol. Some of the First Responders were Paramedics or EMT Basic, but were only to work in a First Responder scope of practice and under the supervision of a Medical Director.

The funds from the ambulance service were turned over to the Fire Department and the Fire Chief was able to order and provide First Responders with basic sup-

plies, bags and certification classes. We recertify every two years and train to meet changing rules and regulations.

Vital Link Ambulance Service has helped with training and providing information to the department, and we work well together whether utilizing a ground ambulance or air ambulance.

We maintain and train to keep up with all regulations and changes on the Fire Department side as well.

We work together to provide the best medical care and fire safety care to Horseshoe Bend. The town has been so supportive in all aspects; providing moral support, financial support or seeing a need and bringing it to our attention. Even in 2009, when our Fire Department caught fire and we lost a lot of equipment, our building we shared with the City Shop, with the outpouring of concern, love, donations and community involvement, we were able to rebuild and reorganize to have what we have today. During that time, we never missed a beat serving and protecting our City. People had our backs and helped in any way they could.

So today we say thank you for all your support in keeping your Fire and Rescue Department running like a well oiled machine. We are a small community but we give way more in a big way!

We continue our outreach in the Fire and Rescue Department by providing fire safety to Elementary and Preschool classes by going to schools and demonstrating fire safety and handing out fire safety materials to all the children.

We support City events by providing food at local events such as Dogwood Days, Fourth of July, Halloween Trunk or Treat, Golf Tournaments, Special Events and Christmas Winterfest.

We enjoy giving back to the communtiy who has given so much to the Fire and Rescue Department.

Making a Difference: Eagles Aerie #3431

There are many forms of giving.

The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3431 of Horseshoe Bend is an organization that gives back to the community straight from the heart.

The money raised for charities is raised by the sweat and hard work of the members of the Aerie. They give to many organizations throughout the year. They raise the money through the tacos and hamburgers that are cooked every Tuesday and Thursday nights, and the dinners they serve from time to time. Their amazing dinners are always served with a smile and at a great price.

The other big fundraiser the Aerie has is the Annual Bradshaw Memorial Horseshoe Bend Eagles Golf Tournament held in September. There is a lot of work and planning that goes into the two-day tournament.

The proceeds from the golf tournament are split. Sixty percent of the profits go to local charities and forty percent goes to the Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock. It takes a lot of people to run a golf tournament and cook a great quantity of hamburgers. It is a two-day tournament and golfers come from all over to play. It brings money into the community. The Eagles have a dinner for that too. Please consider making a donation, playing or sponsoring a hole. You can sponsor a hole and know that th money made will be well spent.

If the members of the Eagles were not dedicated or giving from the heart, they would not work so hard to raise the money and then give it away. They continuously try to think of new ways to raise money.

Next time you eat at the Eagles think about how much good the money does for your community, maybe that is why they are the biggest Aerie in the state of Arkansas. For Horseshoe Bend to thrive, the entire community needs to be involved and care about others.

Fraternal Order of Eagles is located on West Church Street in Horseshoe Bend and can be contacted by calling 870-670-4848; Facebook: Horseshoe Bend Eagles.

Eagles Aerie #3431 Polar Plunge for Arkansas Children’s Hospital raising $4,200.

Eagles Aerie #3431

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by Hope Searles

On the shores of Crown Lake in beautiful Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, you will find the escape you have been seeking.

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First Baptist Church of Horseshoe Bend

First Baptist Church is located at 511 West Church Street in Horseshoe Bend. It is a member Southern Baptist Church. Eric Ertle is the pastor.

Its schedule of services and activities is as follows: Sundays: Small group Bible study begins at 9:30 a.m. for adult classes, and bed babies through sixth grade from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Worship service begins at 10:45 a.m. as well as Children’s Church, ages first through sixth grades, and bed babies through age 5. The worship service includes contemporary and traditional gospel music.

A church van is available to pick-up anyone in Horseshoe Bend who needs transportation on Sunday mornings. Wednesday Bible Study and prayer time at 6:30 p.m.

A Women on Mission group meets the second Thursday of each month at The Calabama Restaurant in Franklin at

United Methodist Church

Christian Conversation - Sunday mornings at 9 a.m.; Wednesdays at noon, bring a sack lunch: Gather to study God’s word.

We Have Hearts for Worship - Sunday traditional worship service is held at 10:30 a.m. following a 10 a.m. coffee time. Service has a spirit of worship that is invigorating and full of God’s presence. Committed to worship that is meaningful and full of the hope and promise of the risen Savior, Jesus Christ. Come join United Methodist Church and be renewed in spirit.

Methodist Women - The Methodist Women meet monthly to support local missions. Every year they put together Layettes which are donated to Safe Passage, New Beginnings, and Spring River Adult Child Services.

Our Mission - The mission of the Horseshoe Bend United Methodist Church is to: Love, Honor and Worship God, to be inclusive, caring, and flexible in meeting the needs of the congregation and the community. This mission is accomplished with enthusiasm and excitement.

United Methodist Church has a long standing tradition with Seder and Thanksgiving meals, donation of shoes to Soles4Souls, and food to the local Food Bank… just to name a few!

Horseshoe Bend United Methodist Church was established in 1971 and is located at 600 W. Church Street in Horseshoe Bend. You may contact the church at 870670-5392, Ken Anderson, Pastor

11 a.m. They inform the church family of mission work done in North America and around the world, lead in prayer for the missionaries, and promote special offerings to benefit missions at the foreign, national and state level.

Vacation Bible School -- a fun-filled week each summer -- in June or July -- when boys and girls in the Horseshoe Bend area, ages three to 18, are invited to meet each evening for Bible stories, music, crafts and snacks. Sessions are from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday evening through Thursday evening. There is also a class for adults from 19 to 99. The week ends with a special Family Night and Fellowship.

The church office telephone number is 870-670-5707. A message may be left on the church’s answering machine.

If you are seeking a church home, Brother Eric and the First Baptist Church family invite you to come. Smiles and hugs are free to all. If you have questions, or wish to speak with the pastor, you may call 870-723-2709.

Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

Faith Presbyterian Church

Faith Presbyterian Church has been a presence in Horseshoe Bend for many decades.

The church has many outreach and mission programs and supports local families in need through various programs. Among them are:

Horseshoe Bend Food Bank; Presbyterian Women, who lend a helping hand to those in need; Journey into Hope of Dominican Republic where they have built a clinic, worship center, schools and housing for Haitian and Dominican residents, and provide ongoing funds for the children’s medical needs as well as food through fundraisers.

Lenten lunches are served each Wednesday during Lent beginning on Ash Wednesday and continuing until Easter when the congregation always celebrates Easter Sunrise Service on Turkey Moun-

tain.

During summer months Faith Presbyterian has a fish fry as well as an ice cream social and they support a prison ministry at Christmas.

The Church’s Bread Ministry is an outreach program for new residents to invite them to visit the church services.

Sunday School begins at 9:15 a.m. and Worship Services are at 10:30 a.m. There are Bible Studies on Monday morning at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday at 2 p.m. Pastor David Schaller presides. Open Communion is the first Sunday of each month.

MEN’S HORSESHOE PITCHING LEAGUE

The Men’s Horseshoe Pitching League plays every Tuesday beginning at 9 a.m. Call Richard Lewis at 870-670-5264 for more information.

First Assembly of God

Horseshoe Bend Assembly of God welcomes the community to their services.

Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Sunday morning worship service is at 11 a.m.

Sunday evening service begins at 5 p.m. Wednesday nights the church has small groups at 6 p.m.

Horseshoe Bend Assembly of God enjoys times of fellowship

with monthly meals following morning service. They also have the Community Food Outreach food pantry located beside the church at 1005 First Street.

Horseshoe Bend Assembly of God welcomes all ages to the church. Find them on Facebook at HBAG for more information, or you call Pastor Tom Young at 870917-7242.

Horseshoe Bend Theatre

Music in the Mountains

Put it on your calendar, every third Saturday of the month, be at the Horseshoe Bend Theatre/Music in the Mountains, located in the Diamond B Mall in Horseshoe Bend. That’s at 6 p.m.; come early at 5 p.m. for burgers and hot dogs off the grill.

They’ve had great shows and hope to continue their tradition of providing great entertainment for the community. Music in the Mountains has a great house band and also have visiting groups such as Doxology, a local

gospel group. Most of the shows are donation only. The band and concessions are comprised of all volunteers. Where can you go for great entertainment for so little?

The Music in the Mountains show has been a fixture in the town since the 1970s. Keep the tradition going. Support the theatre; Brenda Lee, Roy Acuff and Mickey Gilley have all graced the stage at our theatre.

Help Horseshoe Bend grow, join our vision. Support the Theatre.

St. Mary of the Mount Catholic Church is a part of the Little Rock Diocese and has served the needs of Catholics in the Horseshoe Bend area since 1971.

The parish serves Catholics in Izard, Sharp and Fulton Counties. The current church facilities at 1002 First Street, Horseshoe Bend, was formally dedicated on May 21, 1989.

St. Mary’s has grown with the City of Horseshoe Bend. Their parishioners have been a viable and visible part of the community over the years and have served in leadership roles for civic affairs and community activities.

The Church Hall serves as a shelter for the Community during times of emergency and disaster and coordinates with local, FEMA, and Red Cross authorities. The Hall also serves as the site for community meetings and dinners and many parish events. Each year the Christmas Food Basket and Angel Tree programs serve families in the area. In addition, the parish supports the local Food Bank, Baby Bottle Boomerang, and other programs that meet the needs of the community.

The Ladies Guild meets at 10 a.m. the second Monday monthly in the Parish Hall and offers programs and events for its members. The Guild also hosts an Annual Community Wide Card Party in February to provide financial sup-

port for the church. Other activities include hosting dinners for community groups and providing social activities following Sunday services.

The Knights of Columbus St. John Neuman Council #6969 meets at 5:30 p.m. the second Monday monthly at St. Michaels Parish Hall in Cherokee Village.

The Council offers programs and activities for the men of both parishes. This group shares fellowship, devotion, and prayer. They also conduct service and ministry projects during the year and actively support the “Special Olympics” and “Pennies from Heaven” programs.

Parish Pastor, Fr. Amal Punganoor and Parish Council Chairman James Elbert, welcome you to St. Mary of the Mount Church.

Holy Mass is celebrated on Sundays and Holy Days at 11:15 a.m.

All Friday Masses are at 11:15 a.m. preceded by a special devotion service. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is Friday after Mass and on Sundays by appointment.

Adoration and Divine Mercy Chaplet: Friday, 12 p.m. Church Office Hours and Library hours are Monday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For further information, call 870-670-5896 or email: churchoffice@stmaryshsb.com.

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church

by Jerry Brannen

We invite you to join us at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, located at 508 Profession Dr. in Horseshoe Bend. We believe in Christ as the substitutionary sacrifice Who brings us salvation as recorded in the Bible.

His mercy and grace are proclaimed each Sunday at 9 a.m. followed by adult exploration of divine scripture at 10:15 a.m. as we study the Bible, where He offers hope, peace and strength.

The Bible is a mirror to show us our sin and we are saved by grace even though faith in Christ alone. As a member of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod, our services are liturgical, Christ centered and filled with prayer, hymns and the proclamation of the Gospel. We celebrate Communion each week and seasonal services (Advent and Lent).

The office phone number is 870-670-5482. An elder is available for a home visit.

St. Stephen’s

Episcopal Church

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church is a conservative mission church in the Diocese of Arkansas and the only Episcopal Church in Izard or Fulton Counties in North Central Arkansas. The founding group received mission status in 1976. The current church building at 1005 S. Third Street was built and dedicated in 1980. St. Stephen’s members are active in developmental planning, growth, civic affairs, and other community activities.

The church has a carillon bell tower that can be heard in and around the central city area, calling people with hymns and bells to assemble for worship on Sunday; during the week, ringing the hours and playing hymns.

A columbarium installed at the lower-level walkout

area offers a serene setting with patio, benches, and shade for quiet reflection. An active mission with open communion at their Eucharistic Services, St. Stephen’s has either Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer at the 10 a.m. service on Sunday, with fellowship and refreshments to follow.

All baptized Christians are invited to participate in the Eucharist. There is always a warm welcome for visitors, travelers, new residents, or anyone without a church home.

For further information, call Senior Warden at 870670-5088 or the church secretary at 870-670-5525.

The Loft

Horseshoe Club Association

The Loft is located above the Pro Shop on Turkey Mountain at #3 Club Road in Horseshoe Bend. This social club is one of the driving forces in this area of the city and the view from their windows is nothing short of spectacular. A week is always filled with fun activities. During the football season, come cheer your college or NFL teams on two big screen TVs. Ping Pong tournaments are offered on Sunday afternoons for all skill levels. Thursday evenings come on up for Line Dancing. Every Friday at 5 p.m. is social hour with the third Friday of the month being a potluck dinner. Some of the best cooks in the south live in Horseshoe Bend. Bring a dish to share and of course your appetite. Entertainment follows a potluck dinner. On the fourth Friday of the month The Loft celebrates birthdays and anniversaries for that month. Karaoke is another Friday night.

There are several events that take place throughout the year with special guest bands; including, New Year’s Eve, Super Sunday Bowl Party, St. Patrick’s corned beef and cabbage dinner, Western Dance, Karaoke Contest, Chili Cook-Off, White Elephant Auction, Fish Fry, the Annual

Halloween Costume Party, Thanksgiving Dinner and Lip Sync Contest. Memberships are always available or ring the bell and be a guest. Call The Loft at 870-670-4411 to find out what is happening. All guests and members must be 21 years or older.

Golf

Bulldog Drummond

Tournament,

The Horseshoe Bend Boating, Fishing & Sportsman Club is a non-profit organization that is a service oriented community and social club. The Club offers a variety of outdoor activities including a Sportsman Division which includes hiking, kayaking, gun shooting and safety, archery and much more.

This division expanded the gun shooting and safety through practice and training including some competitive shoots, gun safety classes and bb guns shoots. Archery will bring recreational shoots as well as skill level shoots.

Last year they held a class for Kettle Cooking over an open fire and look forward to doing it again this year. The kayaking group had practices for newcomers and held an event that on the Strawberry River. Commu-

nity events include monthly cookouts held either at Fisherman’s Park or atthe park at the entry to the mobile home park which are all open to the public with games for children like tug of war, participation in the annual Dogwood Days Festival, Fourth of July Parade, and Festival of Trees. The Club also sponsors an annual Bonfire and Christmas Party.

Some of the services the club provides to the area are lake clean-ups and building and placement of fish habitats along with the annual Youth Fishing event. The fishing event is done in cooperation with the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, Box Hound Marina, Resort & RV Park and many club volunteers. This is done in hopes that they can get children interested in the sport of fishing who may not have that chance elsewhere. This youth fishing day is free to all children up to the age of 13. The Club supplies rods and reels for those who don’t have one, bait and lunch which consists of hot dogs, chips and water. Each child receives a gift for participation.

Funding for these activities is earned through membership dues for the Horseshoe Bend Boating, Fishing & Sportsman Club which are $20. Of course, donations are always accepted and appreciated.

This money includes all areas of membership including the Sportsman Division.

The new Board of Directors have many new things in the planning stages and these activities are being planned to involve Club members, interested community members, and there is an open invitation to surrounding communities. The new endeavors are being designed to develop a more interactive community presence and assist in the economic growth of Horseshoe Bend.

Small fishing tournaments among club members and interested parties is new for this year. Of course, there are always fish stories being swapped, stories of the eight-point buck that got away, and many more.

Meetings are the first Monday of the month at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, located at 508 Profession Drive in Horseshoe Bend, beginning at 6 p.m. from March to November. All meetings and events are posted in the Pacesetting Times as well as online through Facebook at Horseshoe Bend Boating, Fishing & Sportsman Club.

Turkey Mountain Ladies Golf Club

The Turkey Mountain Ladies Golf Club’s, TMLGC, season is from April to October. They meet every Tuesday at 9 a.m. They have a 9 hole club and would love to have new members. All skill levels are welcome. The Club plays various games, individual and team, throughout the season and sometimes plays a scramble with the men’s league. The Club concentrates on fellowship within the group with rotating team line-ups.

Membership dues are $5 per year, plus Tuesday’s dues of $2 for participants which is paid out in prizes. You must either be a member of MRID seasonally or can pay the daily fee of MRID.

A membership kick-off breakfast is held the last Tuesday in March and a year-end banquet the first Tuesday in November. They would love to have you join them. For more information please call the Pro Shop on Turkey Mountain at 870-670-5252, Joyce Densford at 352-283-5145 or Patti Wolff at 870-371-1271.

Turkey Mtn. Men’s Golf

The Turkey Mountain Men’s Golf Association of Horseshoe Bend holds an annual general meeting during the first few months of each year. The meeting allows members to re-join for the 2022 season. The Association would like to invite men who have moved into the area and are interested in playing golf and having a good time to become members of the Association.

The Men’s Golf Association plays every Thursday morning, weather permitting. They have members of various skill levels with handicaps. The League plays a variety of games - both individual and team.

Membership is $15 for the season, and if anyone wishes to join the Hole-In-One Club, it is a one time fee of $5 with an assessment of $5 when the fund falls below a certain level.

The Association hopes to see you out on the course, soon!

The Golf Course on Turkey Mountain is a 6,407 yard par 73 - offering challenging elevation changes and high rewards for high risks. Your short game will be challenged with undulating greens requiring short to mid-iron accuracy.

April 22: ICC Senior Class 4 person

May 20: Stop the Cycle 3 person

May 27: Loft Bulldog Drummond 3 person

June 3: Jackson Strong 3 person

June 10: Horseshoe Bend Chamber 3 person

June 17: ICC Cougar Open 3 person

June 24-25: Howard Reeves 3 person

July 22: Izard County Bands 3 person

July 28-30: Third Annual Izard/Sharp County Classic 2 person

Aug. 5: Greyhound Classic 2 person

Aug. 26: Connor Strong 3 person

Sept. 2: Mammoth Spring Athletic 2 person

Sept. 9-10: Eagles 3 person

Sept. 16: Fire Truck Open 3 person

Sept. 30: Tri-County Realtors Glow Ball

Oct. 7: Breast Cancer Awaeness 3 person

Oct. 14: Crown Point - St. Jude

Oct. 21: Ozark Gateway 3 person

GOLF COURSE AT TURKEY MOUNTAIN TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

Memberships and public access alike offered. Come experience Turkey Mountain, you may find that you choose to stay.

Mammoth Spring: A must see

are great for picnicking.

Other Information: One attraction that should not be missed is Mammoth Spring State Park. In addition to viewing one of the largest springs in the country, visitors can hike, picnic, or even examine an exhibit of train memorabilia. The Mammoth Spring Welcome Center features exhibits, brochures, rest rooms, and gifts. Here you can reserve a pavilion and learn of the programs and activities taking place in the park. This is a good location to begin the walking trail to the 1886 Depot. Next door to the park is the Mammoth Spring National Fish Hatchery, the nation's leading producer of Smallmouth bass and also a source for Largemouth and Striped bass, Walleye, Channel catfish, and Redband trout. The Federal Fish Hatchery and Aquatic Conservation and Education Center may be toured. Their aquariums offer a close look at fish and other aquatic species.Visitors can take a selfguided tour of the hatchery and also view one of the nicest public aquariums in the region. www.mammothspringchamber.org

Mammoth Spring is the headwaters for the Spring River. Flowing at almost ten million gallons of water per hour, the state's largest spring provides great canoeing and fishing on the river throughout the year.

There's no getting around the fact that Spring River is chilly. After all, every hour nine million gallons of 58-degree water are hard to ignore. But it is this volume of cool water that makes the Spring River a year-round float stream and allows the river to be regularly stocked with Rainbow trout.

Canoeing: Most Spring River canoe trips take place in the 17mile stretch between Mammoth Spring State Park and Hardy. This section is recommended for beginning to intermediate canoeists and is very popular for family outings. The Spring River's South Fork is "canoeable" during many months of the year. The first float, 12 miles, is from Saddle (on Arkansas Hwy. 289) to the bridge at the Cherokee Village Campground. A six-mile trip from this bridge down to Hardy Beach is also possible. The South Fork's gravel bars

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Salem is located in North Central Arkansas on the east-west U.S. Highway 62/412. Salem is also just a short drive to the White River and Spring River, which are also good for fishing, float trips, and great scenery. Wildlife abounds in the Salem and surrounding area with Deer Hunting and Turkey Hunting being very popular sports. Salem has a beautiful city park, which has a walking trail, picnic pavilions, children's play area, and a lake that is stocked with fish for the anglers. Be sure and visit in the spring and see the tulips blooming throughout town! Visit www.SalemAR.com to see upcoming events in Salem!

GUIDE SERVICES/CAMPGROUNDS

Hardy, Arkansas

Hardy, Arkansas, is located in Sharp County in the North Central portion of the state. Hardy is home to historic buildings, artisans, antique shops, museums, restaurants, lodging options and river outfitters. There’s always something happening in Hardy.

With Spring River fun, festivals, music, antiques, crafts and works from local artisans, you’re sure to find good times in Hardy. Come experience the enchantment of Hardy and all the Arkansas Ozarks has to offer. Locally produced fine arts and crafts, perfect for craft lovers, antique shoppers and those looking for unique gifts; Fishing on the Spring River; Parks and Recreation: Loberg Park and Dr. Thompson Park; Cultural Heritage such as downtown Hardy, or festivals that celebrate the history of the re-

gion.

Homesteaders Day is celebrated each October in Hardy. Area residents present a “day in the life” of Hardy area pioneers with demonstrations, activities, traditional games, music and food, in September.

In April, an Easter Egg Hunt is held. In June the Spring River Car Show will be held. In July, the Boat Parade and Fireworks Display is on Thunderbird Lake in Cherokee Village, and the Sharp County Fair in Ash Flat comes to life. Treasures in the Ozarks is held in October and in November the Hardy Gun and Knife Show is held. In December the Hardy Christmas Parade takes place.

Upcoming Events:

April 29: Friends of Hardy Library Book Sale

First Friday May thru November: Movie in the Park at dark.

Saturdays May 27 through September 2: Music on Main in the evenings.

June 3: Spring River Car Club Car Show

July 1: Let Freedom Ring celebration for July 4.

Sept. 29: Hardy Homesteaders music and dance.

Sept. 30: Hardy Homesteaders Day; Wilson Lodge Indoor Flea Market.

Oct. 7-8: Treasures in the Ozarks

Oct. 14: Friends of Hardy Library Book Sale

Oct. 28: Hardy Trail of Treats

Nov. 4: Spring River’s Got Talent at the Hardy Civic Center.

Nov. 4-5: Hardy Gun and Knife Show.

Nov. 24-26: Christmas Open House.

Dec. 2: Tree lighting at Loberg Park.

Dec. 9: Hardy Christmas Parade.

Every Saturday: Main Street Hardy Bingo For more information about Hardy www.visithardyarkansas.com

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EDUCATION

OZARKA COLLEGE

Ozarka College began in 1975, as Gateway Technical College, and has continued changing lives and communities throughout the north central Arkansas region. Ozarka College is a comprehensive technical college, offering associate degrees, technical certificates and certificates of proficiency that prepare students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities or for entry into or advancement in the workplace. Additionally, the college offers adult basic education, continuing education and customized training for local businesses and industries.

Ozarka College ~ www.ozarka.edu

Ash Flat - Melbourne

Mammoth Spring - Mountain View

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE BATESVILLE

UACCB is a comprehensive community college committed to providing learning experiences that improve the lives of those it serves. UACCB provides affordable access to technical education and college transfer programs that meet the diverse higher education needs of the citizens of north central Arkansas. The College also promotes economic development and an enhanced quality of life for the community through adult education, developmental education, customized business and industry training and continuing education programs.

Take a class for fun, learn a new skill, or take the first step in earning your degree. Whatever your personal goals, UACCB can help.

UACCB ~ Batesville ~ www.uaccb.edu

LYON COLLEGE

Lyon College is an independent, residential, co-educational, undergraduate liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Founded in 1872, it is the oldest independent college in Arkansas. Lyon is a closely-knit teaching and learning community distinguished by its honor system, residential house system, and endowed international studies program. US News and World Report includes Lyon in the top tier of best liberal arts colleges and ranks it 15th in terms of values.

Lyon College ~ Batesville ~ www.lyon.edu

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY

MOUNTAIN HOME

Arkansas State University at Mountain Home is committed to providing an affordable and accessible education through diverse experiences. The college’s mission to provide a foundation for lifelong learning and to help students achieve personal and career goals to enhance their quality of life.

ASUMH offers a core curriculum of courses if you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university or continue your education after the completion of your degree. They also offer a diverse range of programs to put you on a fast track to employment.

ASUMH ~ Mountain Home ~ www.asumh.edu

HORSESHOE BEND PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Horseshoe Bend Public Library is located at 9 Club Road in Horseshoe Bend. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays. They offer public access computers and free WiFi and have a wide selection of adult, young adult, and childrens books. The Horseshoe Bend Public Library also has a variety of books on CD and DVDs available for checkout. You can access the digital library by visiting the Arkansas Digital Library Consortium (ADLC) online or by downloading the Libby app! There are over 104,568 titles in the shared collection - 77,392 eBooks, 22,718 audio books and 4,458 magazine titles. For more information on this please check their Facebook page, it is an altogether wonderful way to stay up to date with the library! A book club is offered through the library. They meet at 1 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month. The current book can be picked up at the library during business hours. Once summer comes along, a reading program for the younger patrons will be available. To contact the library please call, email, or direct message us on Facebook @HorseshoeBendPublicLibrary, horseshoebendlib@gmail.com, 870-670-4318.

ASH FLAT CITY LIBRARY

The Ash Flat City Library is located at 11 Arnhart Drive, and is home to 10,000 books, nine adult computer stations, a traveling art exhibit from time to time, the Rose Berry Research Room for genealogy and history, and an online card catalog system that can be accessed from home. Their mission is to encourage a love of reading and foster lifelong educational opportunities. They have a Summer Reading Program, and Storytime in the summers on Thursdays and every other Thursday in the winters. Hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Library can be reached by calling 870-994-2658.

www.explorethelibrary.com.

High School - Brockwell 870-258-7700

Elementary - Violet Hill 870-322-7229

www.icc.k12.ar.us

MELBOURNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

870-368-4345 * www.bearkatz.k12.ar.us

Summertime Fun..... Our lakes and Rivers are the place to be

If you’re looking for a beautiful place to enjoy fishing, canoeing, camping, kayaking and more, then welcome to the Ozarks!

Crown Lake located in Horseshoe Bend is a 640 acre lake with ten miles of shoreline, and is a favorite for water sports and fishing.

The free-flowing Strawberry River winds through the Ozark foothills about 80 miles, and can be accessed on the outskirts of Horseshoe Bend.

The Spring River is one of Arkansas' more accessible streams, with U.S. Highway 63 paralleling much of its length.

Shop Local Shop Horseshoe Bend Thank You for Supporting Local Business

Top 10 reasons to Shop at Home

1. Local Character and Prosperity

In an increasingly homogenized world, communities that preserve their one-ofa-kind businesses and distinctive character have an economic advantage.

2. Community Well-Being

Locally-owned businesses build strong communities by sustaining vibrant town centers, linking neighbors in a web of economic and social relationships, and contributing to local causes.

3. Local Decision-Making

Local ownership ensures that important decisions are made locally by people who live in the community and who will feel the impacts of those decisions.

4. Keeping Dollars in the Local Economy

Compared to chain stores, locally owned businesses recycle a much larger share of their revenue back into the local economy, enriching the whole community.

5. Job and Wages

Locally-owned businesses create more jobs locally and, in some sectors, provide better wages and benefits than chains do.

6. Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship fuels

America’s economic innovation and prosperity, and

serves as a key means for families to move out of low-wage jobs and into the middle class.

7. Public Benefits and Costs

Local stores in town centers require comparatively little infrastructure and make more efficient use of public services relative to big box stores and shopping malls.

8. Environmental Sustainability

Local stores help to sustain vibrant, compact, walkable town centers which in turn are essential to reducing sprawl, automobile use, habitat loss, and air and water pollution.

9. Competition

A marketplace of small businesses is the best way to ensure innovation and low prices over the longterm.

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A multitude of small businesses, each selecting products based, not on a national sales plan, but on their own interests and the needs of their local customers, guarantees a much broader range of product choices.

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Christian Community Food Outreach

Community Food Outreach is the local food pantry serving Horseshoe Bend and Izard County. The Food Outreach is owned by First Assembly of God and is also supported by local churches, community donations, local businesses, organizations as well as the Food Bank in Mountain Home. The Food Bank is open on Fridays, 12 to 4 p.m. For more information you can reach Pastor Tom Young at 870-917-7242.

Horseshoe Express Photo/K.Sherrell

Horseshoe Bend July 4th Parade

Photo/K.Sherrell

WELCOMETO HORSESHOE BENDAND SURROUNDING AREA ATTRACTIONS

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Horseshoe Bend is easily accessible by some of Arkansas’ most scenic highways and byways.

Izard County’s largest community is known for its abundance of outdoor adventures with excellent fishing, boating and golfing. In addition to the great outdoors, discover great shopping, dining and live performances, including a music and variety show. The community also boasts parks, a library, walking trail and a seasonal Farmer’s Market. Visitors are welcome to enjoy two clubs in town, Eagles Club and The Loft at Turkey Mountain, featuring entertainment ranging from meal specials and potlucks, to Karaoke.

Horseshoe Bend Theatre Music in the Mountains: Music Shows at 6 p.m. every third Saturday of the month at the Horseshoe Bend Theatre at Diamond B Mall. Other venues on additional Saturday and Sunday nights. Local talent along with headliner shows.

Box Hound Marina, Resort and RV Park: offers boat and cabin rentals, general store, bait, bumper boats, boat slips, RV sites, fishing, and a sandy beach on Crown Lake.

www.boxhoundmarina.com

Crown Point Resort: offers an indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center, outdoor pool, kayaks, canoes, volleyball, shuffleboard, pickleball, cornhole, basketball, playground, gazebo, hiking trail and they also offer an on-site restaurant, Papa Dick’s. Crown Lake RV Resort is located adjacent to Crown Point Resort featuring nightly, weekly, monthly and annual rates, along with Safari Mini Golf and a general store.

www.crownpointrealty.com

Fishing: Discover great fishing on Crown Lake, Diamond Lake, North Lake and Pioneer Lake.

Golfing: The Golf Course at Turkey Mountain and Cedar Glades Golf Course

www.cedargladeresort.com

In the area:

Blanchard Springs Caverns: among the top ten most outstanding cave systems in North America. Open year-round in Mountain View. www.blanchardsprings.org

Calico Rock Historic District: on the National Register of Historic Places. Features a museum and science center, an old-fashioned soda fountain, many quaint shops and a farmer’s market. Peppersauce Bottoms is a ghost town district on the east side of town. www.calicorock.us

More golfing: Cooper’s Hawk in Melbourne, North and South Golf Courses in Cherokee Village. www.coopershawkgolf.com; www.discovercherokeevillage.com

Mammoth Spring State Park: one of the great natural wonders of mid-America, Mammoth Spring creates the Spring River, a popular fishing and floating stream. The state park includes a nature trail, picnic areas, playground and more. www.arkansasstateparks.com/mammothspring/; www.mammothspringchamber.org

Old Hardy Town: variety of shops in the state’s smallest town to boast a historic district. Canoeing, BBQ, fishing, antiques, and shopping.

www.hardyarkansas.com

Ozark Folk Center State Park: preserves Ozark folk arts, crafts and traditions with mountain music, herbal gardening, workshops and special events. In Mountain View. www.ozarkfolkcenter.com

SERVICES

THIS IS OUR CITY - HORSESHOE BEND www.horseshoebend.org/cityhall

Population - 1970 Census 321

2020 Census 2440

Climate - Seasonal Averages

Winter 44 Degrees

Spring 63 Degrees

Summer 82 Degrees

Fall 63 Degrees

Rainfall Annual Average 48”

Snowfall Annual Average 6”

Average Number of Annual

Sunshine Days 240 Days

Sea Level Crown Lake 636 feet

Club House 950 feet

GOVERNMENT

Organization: Mayor, 8 Person Council

Municipal Codes - Zoning Laws Enforced

l Building Permit required, fees vary

l City Business License required, due annually on January 1

l Leash Law enforced

l Animal Control Officer with Shelter

l Pet License $3 minimum, due January 1

l Sign Permit required

l Yard Sale Permit required

l Speed limit 30 mph, unless other posted

l Litter Laws enforced

l All Codes and Ordinances published and available for your information at City Hall

COUNCIL MEETING

l 4th Monday each month 6 p.m.

Meetings held at City Hall

MUNICIPAL SERVICES

FIRE PROTECTION: 911

Volunteers 21

Fire Insurance Class - Class 6

Fire Department on Call 24 hours

1st Class equipment

Yearly Donations accepted POLICE: 911

On Call 7 Days A Week - 24 Hours a Day

AMBULANCE SERVICE: 911

Paramedics on call 24 hours

First Responders on call 24 hours

Air Ambulance Service available and 24 Hour

Ambulance 911

SANITATION

Trash Pickup:

Waste Connections of Arkansas

Weekly - Residential $11.29 month

CITY HALL

704 W. Commerce St. 870-670-5113

Mayor’s office 870-670-4554

WATER DEPARTMENT

704 W. Commerce St. 870-670-5885

REVENUE OFFICE: Located at City Hall

Open Wed. 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LIBRARY 870-670-4318

Open Mon. - Fri. - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sat.10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

ANIMAL CONTROL 870-670-4474

Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

AIRPORT

l Runway 13/31 is 4,525 ft. x 60 ft. Blacktop, standard markings, excellent condition.

l Radio controlled runway lights, initiated by 5 clicks on Unicorn 122.8.

l P.A.P.A. runway 31. Airport beacon of 190,000candle power, photo-electric cell controlled, in conjunction with a lighted wind T.

l Parking area with tie-downs.

l Phillips 100 low lead fuel available by credit card.

l Pilot’s Lounge with restroom, heat or air conditioning, and phone directory listing local services, location and phone numbers.

l Open 24/7 unattended.

l Certified FAA inspection and aviation mechanic available.

Contact for service or information:

Horseshoe Bend City Hall - 870-670-5113 or Eric Secretan - 304-268-3666

MEDICAL SERVICES

HOSPITALS

Medical Center of Calico Rock 870-297-3726

Fulton County Hospital Salem 870-895-2691

Baxter Regional Medical Center

Mountain Home 870-508-1000

Ozarks Medical Center

West Plains, MO 417-256-9111

White River Health

Batesville 870-262-1200

DOCTOR’S OFFICES - PHARMACY

Horseshoe Health and Medicine

870-670-4580

ARcare 870-670-4861 UTILITIES

Century Link of Arkansas

Customer Service 800-201-4099

NEXT Powerd by NAEC 870-895-3221

North Arkansas Electric Cooperative, NAEC, Salem 870-895-3221

Propane Gas - Scott’s Propane 870-670-4440 LIBRARY SERVICES

The Horseshoe Bend Public Library has wireless internet access and computers available to the public. There is no charge for a library card. The Library has all of the bestsellers in books, large print, DVDs, audiobook CDs, newspapers to read, and free magazines. A summer reading program for children 12 and under, a monthly adult reading club, and paperback and hardback books for sale at bargain prices. A walking trail is located around the Library. 870-670-4318 for more information.

IZARD COUNTY SERVICES

www.izardcountyar.gov

Health Department 870-368-7798

Human Services 870-368-4318

Senior Citizens Center 870-368-7675

Courthouse 870-368-4316

CodeRED Alert signup 870-368-4113

RECREATION

MUNICIPAL RECREATION IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

The Municipal Recreation Improvement District (MRID) offers The Golf Course at Turkey Mountain, an 18-hole championship course, driving range and pro shop. Water sports of all kinds can be found in Horseshoe Bend with swimming in lakes, skiing, fishing or boating. Tennis, shuffleboard, horseshoe pitching, basketball and playground facilities are also available. MRID manages the beautiful Golf Course at Turkey Mountain, along with area lakes and parks. MRID Phone 870-670-5184.

The Golf Course at Turkey Mountain Memberships Available 870-670-5252

www.turkeymtngc.com

SPORTS AND RECREATION

GOLF

l Cedar Glade Golf Course, an 18-hole, state-ofthe-art Par 3 course, located at the Cedar Glade Resort on Fourth Street. A relaxing, beautiful way to spend an Ozark day. 870-670-5141.

MARINA & RV PARK

Box Hound Marina, Resort, and RV Park is located on the south shore of Crown Lake on East TriLakes Drive. A full service marina, Box Hound offers a mechanic by appointment as well as a full line of parts and accessories. Bring your own boat or rent a fishing boat or pontoon. They carry a full line of live bait and tackle and their tackle shop offers a large variety of rods, reels, baits, and souvenir items. Free fishing advice is always available. Awhite sand beach with volleyball court, picnic pavilion, and swim dock are on-site. In addition, they have air conditioned, self-contained one and two bedroom cabins for rent just steps from the lake with a private dock for cabin guests. A minimal boat launch fee is charged. Box Hound Marina also offers six lakeview, drive-thru RV sites with water, and electric hook-ups, grills, picnic tables, bathhouse, and laundry. A dump station is on the premises.

www.boxhoundmarina.com 870-670-4496.

CEDAR GLADE RESORT

The Cedar Glade Resort offers spacious rooms and suites with wifi, complimentary breakfast, a private 40 acre fishing lake, a very challenging par 3 18 hole golf course built on rolling terrain featuring several ponds and bridges, tennis courts, shuffleboard, volleyball, Bocce Ball, horseshoe pits, exercise facilities, RV campsites. www.cedargladeresort.com. Call for information about rates and hours. 870-670-5141.

CROWN POINT RESORT AND CROWN LAKE RV PARK

Crown Point Resort offers 82 RCI timeshare units located on beautiful Crown Lake. On-site amenities include a restaurant, a white sand private beach, indoor and outdoor pool, whirlpool/hot tub, playground, RV sites, Safari Mini Golf, exercise equipment, sauna, game room, laundry and fishing. www.crownpointrealty.com 870-600-0265.

AREA LAKES

l Crown Lake is the largest lake in Horseshoe Bend. Its 640 acres of unspoiled beauty are a favorite for water sports. It is one of the cleanest man-made lakes in Arkansas. Fishing is one of the most popular activities on Crown Lake with many species available for the enthusiast: bass, crappie, catfish, bream, and saugeye. Other lakes in Horseshoe Bend include:

l Diamond Lake - 116 acres, a popular fishing lake.

l Pioneer Lake - a favorite swimming lake with a public beach access.

PARKS

Other enjoyable activities in Horseshoe Bend include hiking, jogging, picnicking, canoeing, sailing, basketball courts and softball parks. You can even just relax and enjoy the beautiful parks in Horseshoe Bend including: Fisherman’s Park on Crown Lake with public fishing access, dock, pavilion and covered picnic area, Veteran’s Park, Garden Club Park, Horseshoe Park, Mobile Home Estates Park, and Abby’s Dog Park for your furry friends. Strawberry River Access is located between Horseshoe Bend and Franklin at the Strawberry River Bridge and boat launch.

MUSIC VENUE

l Horseshoe Bend Theatre Music in the Mountains is located in the Diamond B Mall. Shows are every 3rd Saturday of each month at 6 p.m. A lively musical show with local talent and headliner shows. Admission is either by donation or ticket, depending on the venue, and your support is appreciated! Full concession stand available.

PRIVATE SOCIAL CLUBS

l The Loft, atop Turkey Mountain, 870-670-4111

l The Eagles Aerie #3431, 870-670-4848

AREA ATTRACTIONS

l Ozark Folk Center State Park

l Blanchard Springs Caverns

l Olde Hardy Town - 1880

l Leatherwood Theatre

l White River Hoedown

l Fish Hatcheries, Mammoth Spring

l Museums

l Antiques, Native Arts and Crafts

l Quilts and Hand-Blown Glass

l Woodworking and Pottery

l Mammoth Spring State Park

l Branson, Missouri

l Batesville Motor Speedway

l Legit Speedway Park - West Plains, Missouri

l Rodeo - Ash Flat

l Salem City Park, Salem

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

l Norfork Lake - scuba diving

l Bull Shoals Lake - trophy fishing

l White River - famous for its World Record Trout and beautiful float trips

l Spring River - float trips, canoeing

l Golf Courses - 5 challenging area courses available

Membership Directory

American Appraisals

Duane DeLair

315-731-7474 duanedelair53@gmail.com

American Legion Post #344

P.O. Box 205, Franklin, AR

Areawide Media

870-895-3207

388 Hwy. 62/412, Salem vmarshall@cherryroad.com

B & B Supply

870-322-7201

Franklin, Highland, Pineville www.mybbsupply.net

BancorpSouth

870-670-5131

103 Commerce Street, HSB www.bancorpsouth.com

Bank of Salem

870-895-2591

207 W. Church, Salem www.bksalem.net

Box Hound Marina Resort & RV Park

870-670-4496

1313 E. Tri Lakes Dr., HSB www.boxhoundmarina.com

Ray and Diane Burnett

479-439-3264

1803 Fox Point, HSB

Cedar Glade Resort

870-670-5141

900 Fourth Street, HSB www.cedargladeresort.com

Century 21 Lemac Realty

870-425-6356

Jewl Pendergrass

1024 Hwy. 62E., Mountain Home jewel@century21lemac.com

Crown Lake RV Resort

870-291-5171

1601 Ivory Lane, HSB crownlakerv@gmail.com

Crown Point Resort

870-600-0265

1532 South Bend Drive, HSB www.crownlakeresort.com

Dad’s Garage Strawberry River Enterprises LLC

870-670-4550

405 Market St., HSB

DeGroft Manufacturing, Inc.

870-670-5125

302 W. Chruch St., HSB degroft_mfg@yahoo.com

Doty Family Funeral and Memorial Service

870-670-5313

903 Third Street, HSB www.dotyfamilyfuneral.com

First National Bank of Izard County

870-670-5102

710 S. Bend Drive, HSB www.fnbizardcounty.com

FNBC Bank

870-670-2363

901 S. Bend Drive, HSB www.fnbc.us

Fraternal Order of Eagles

870-670-4848

304 W. Church Street, HSB foehsb3431@gmail.com

Friends of Horseshoe Bend Animals

870-373-2649

P.O. Box 31, Franklin, AR friendsofhba@yahoo.com

Mike and Jeanette Hilliker 312 Shady Lane, HSB sparkey136@hotmail.com

Horseshoe Bend Fire & Rescue

870-670-4675

704 W. Commerce Street, HSB

Horseshoe Bend Garden Club

870-373-1490 khw129@yahoo.com

Horseshoe Bend Insurance

870-670-5181

600 Commerce, HSB horseshoebendinsurance@gmail.com

Horseshoe Health & Medicine

870-670-4580

600 Market Street, HSB www.horseshoehealth.com

Houdek, Nancy

870-670-4302

713 Leewood, HSB

Izard County Propane

870-368-0022

Hwy. 9, Melbourne izardcountypropane@yahoo.com

Joe Beavers Photography

870-373-3876

803 Third St., HSB

M&M Landscaping & Lawn Inc.

870-368-5522

259 McAnally Dr., Sage

Louis and Sharon Marinelli

863-632-1257

1708 Strawberry Dr., HSB ljmarinelli@gmail.com

Mary Kay Cosmetics - Sheila Turner

870-995-2529

1112 Kansas Rd., HSB

Natural State Relics

870-670-5161

811 Second St., Ste. 10, HSB aleemllc@outlook.com

Ozarka College

870-368-7371

218 College Dr., Melbourne

Pacesetting Times

870-670-6397

703 S. Bend Dr., HSB pacesettingtimes@gmail.com

Papa Dick’s 870-670-4175

1532 S. Bend Drive, HSB

Pioneer Therapy and Living Center

870-368-4377

1506 E. Main. St., Melbourne pioneertherapyandliving.com

Pioneer Village Foundation

870-670-4194

210 Parliament Dr., HSB

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church

870-670-5482

508 Profession Dr., HSB

Southfork River Therapy and Living Center

870-895-3817

624 Hwy. 62/412, Salem southforkrivertherapyandliving.com

Sparkle Tanning and Boutique, LLC

870-750-2308

811 Second St., Ste. 2, Diamond B Mall, HSB

State Farm Insurance

Mike Watson, Agent

870-856-3111

1556 Hwy. 62/412, Highalnd mike.watson.r778@statefarm.com

St. Mary of the Mount Catholic Church

870-670-5896

1002 First Street, HSB

St. Stephens Episcopal Church

870-670-5088

1005 S. Third Street, HSB

Summit’s Valley Shire & Sport Horses, LLC

870-373-2392

1703 N. Spring Dr., HSB

Therapeutic Solutions

870-670-4143

803 Third St., HSB

TRICO, Inc.

870-670-4170

1592 W. Cardinal Drive, HSB

Let’s Ride!

Wind through the Ozark hills to Hardy, a biker-friendly, historic town situated on the banks of the Spring River. Cruise past homes and businesses on the National Register of Historic Places, then park your bike and explore the downtown shops on Main Street featuring collectibles, crafts and handmade items from local artisans. Stop in one of the local restaurants for some great food and live music.

Spend the night at a historic bed and breakfast, hotel, riverside cabin or, for the more adventurous, pitch a tent in a campground.

You won’t want to miss the 16-mile ride from Hardy north on Hwy. 63 to Mammoth Spring. You’re sure to enjoy the hills and curves found on this stretch of Ozarks road.

Spring River Country Ride - From Cherokee Village, it’s just a short hop over to the historic railroad town of Hardy. The ride north on US 63 to Mammoth Spring is scenic and serpentine.

AR 289 south out of Mammoth Spring is made up of easy sweepers through a patchwork of thick timber and pastures.

A short jaunt east on US 412 to Ash Flat, then south a couple of miles on US 167 will connect you with the next segment of your ride, east on AR 56. This run is through beautiful farmland on the top of the Ozarks Plateau, dotted with numerous stands of trees, and will bring you to the entrance to Horseshoe Bend off AR 56.

AR 9 out of Melbourne once again takes you into the mountains, running up and down and along the steep ridges of the Ozarks. AR 9 is a technically challenging ride that connects with AR 5, just north of Mountain View, the Folk Music Capital of the World.

AR 5 South winds over the highlands between Mountain View and Drasco on AR 25. From Drasco, AR 92 West takes you to the Greers Ferry Lake region and the intersection of AR 16. Riding west on AR 16 takes you to Fairfield Bay on the

lake. The lake area offers numerous lodging and dining opportunities along with water-oriented recreational activities off your bike.

Rock ‘N’ Roll Highway 67 Ride - This route is a true gateway into the Ozarks. US 67 earned its nickname as the Rock ’N’ Roll Highway in recognition of the numerous entertainers of eventual fame who came to the area. Musicians like Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Bill Rice, Booker T., various big bands and others played at the venues up and down this section of the highway. Begin this wonderful run at one of the best cruising spots in the eastern Ozarks, Mammoth Spring. The namesake of the city is the 10th largest spring in the world. A beautiful state park has been built around it.

CPAP

This route could also be called the Ozarks foothills ride. US 63 running from Mammoth Spring south through Hardy and 412 to Ravenden is a gradual, very scenic descent from the Ozarks to the Delta area west of Crowley’s Ridge. The experienced biker will enjoy both the highway and the scenery.

At the town of Imboden, the road has mostly straightened out as you approach the Hoxie and Walnut Ridge area. US 67 from there to the White River port town of Newport could have been laid out using a straight-edge ruler.

At Batesville, US 167 runs north back into the Ozarks ... the gateway. It climbs through increasingly forested lands with the turns matching the rugged terrain. Notably, it goes through Evening Shade, namesake of the ’90s Burt Reynolds TV sitcom “Evening Shade.”

~ Arkansas Motorcycling

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