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Community Events Calendar Wednesday October 17 Friendship Luncheon DVB Methodist Church 11:30am-2:00pm Thursday October 18 Hazen City Council Meeting City Hall 6:00pm- 7:00pm Junior High Hornets VS Earle 7:00pm Hornet Field Junior High Eagles VS Marianna 7:00pm Eagle Field Friday October 19 Senior High Hornets VS Earle 7:00pm Earle Field Des Arc Senior Eagles at Marianna 7:00pm LAST DAY TO ENTER THE RICE FESTIVAL TALENT SHOW

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Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Quorum Court members see demonstration of voting machines to be used in November election The Prairie County Quorum Court held its monthly meeting October 9 at the Courthouse Annex in Des Arc. County Clerk Gaylon Hale and Election Commissioners Rita Dobson and Harvey Joe Sanner demonstrated the new voting machines to be used in next month’s elections. Candidates for county offices, most of whom were in attendance, were also offered time to address the court.

Prairie County’s 24 new voting machines are supplied by Election Systems and Software of Omaha, NE, and consist of two components: a touch screen display where voters make their choices and a container into which ballots are cast and automatically counted.

Clerk Hale began with by explaining the checkin process, which remains largely unchanged from previous elections. First, Poll workers will verify a voter’s registration on an IPad. Then, a paper ballot is printed. These long cards have a series of barcodes along the top and are inserted into the polling machines much like a debit card into an ATM. Rita Dobson displayed samples of blank and completed ballots to those in attendance. The barcodes allow the machines to distinguish between the 22 different ballot styles across the county and for provisional ballots to be cast using the same system. Voters will still make their choices using a touch screen, but the machine then prints their selections onto the paper ballot before returning it.

This allows voters to verify their ballots before casting them into the sec-

County Election Commissioners Harvey Joe Sanner and Rita Dobson, along with County Clerk Gaylon Hale, introduce the Quorum Court members to the new voting machines that will be used November 6. ond machine where they are immediately counted and securely stored.

Harvey Joe Sanner showed off some of the features of the new voting machines. Besides the touch screen, voters may choose physical buttons.

The machines also provide Braille and headphone interfaces for the visually impaired. Like the previous machines, the have fold out privacy shields along the top and sides.

Most of the $300,000 for the new machines was covered by the actions of the state legislature, but the number of polling locations has been condensed to reduce costs.

White River City (Des Arc Districts 1-3) and White River Country will all vote at the Methodist Church in Des Arc. Hazen City and Hazen Country will all vote at the Hazen Community

Center. All other polling places will remain the same. Clerk Hale stated she is sending cards out to voters to notify them of any changes.

Five county positions are on the November ballot: sheriff and justices for Districts 1, 3, 6, and 7.

Sheriff Rick Hickman is being challenged by Gerald Smith. Ronnie Eans, JP for District 1, is being challenged by ***** Hatcher. Judy Hinson and Dewayne Mayher are both running for District 3, currently held by Mary Sue Roe. Buddy Simms and Rick Stallings are running to replace Eddie Ciganek, District 6 (Hazen), who is unable to run for reelection since he was appointed by the governor. Levi Childress and Charles Atkins are running for District 7 (DeValls Bluff).

Candidates were introduced and allowed to

speak briefly to the court except for Judy Hinson and Rick Stallings, who were unable to attend.

The court also discussed two ordinances. The first is a contract with Stallings Trucking to haul gravel to various locations around the

county as needed. The second allows certain county employees to be reimbursed a flat rate on personal mobile phones used for county business.

Both items were postponed until next month’s meeting.

Prairie County Court Clerk Gaylon Hale

DVB Council accepts grant

by Lisa Mills The DeValls Bluff City Council approved a resolution to accept a USDA Rural Development Grant for up to $26,000 to cover a portion of the cost to purchase a new police vehicle and equipment at its regular meeting held on October 11, 2018. Present at the meeting were Mayor Kenny Anderson, Treasurer/Recorder Pamela DelGiorno, City Attorney Mike Stuart and Aldermen Richard Henry, Marie Flanagan, Raymond Watson, Wanda Atkins and Shirley Goff.

The council also approved a 50 cent per hour raise for employee Eric Martin who recently became certified with the Arkansas Department of Health as a Water

Monday October 22 Hazen School Board Meeting High School Library 6:00pm Saturday October 27 42nd Annual Grand Prairie Rice Festival Hazen Park 10:00am Sunday November 4 Sand Hill Cemetery Association Meeting Sand Hill Baptist Church

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A new budget committee was formed to include Richard Henry, Alice Metcalf, Marie Flanagan and Thelma Gray.

Police Chief Charles Atkins reported 7 warrants, 5 incidents, 1 disorderly conduct, 1 loitering, 1 vehicle accident, 1 off road vehicle on public street, 1 unsafe driving and 3 speeding tickets.

Chief Atkins thanked Sheriff Rick Hickman for his assistance when needed.

Fire Chief Doyne Martin reported 7 First Responder calls, 3 public assist calls, 2 structure fires and 2 meetings.

Alderman Richard Henry stated that he had been told that someone campaigning for one of the candidates for mayor was

stating that the candidate was responsible for bringing the dollar store here, and it needs to be made clear that is not true.

Mayor Anderson announced there will be a special meeting on Tuesday, October 16th to discuss with members of the Jehovah's Temple church possible relocation sites since their building is on the property being sold to the retail store.

After the meeting was adjourned, Charles & Wanda Atkins, Leah Woodall and Pamela DelGiorno presented a cake to Richard and Roben Henry to celebrate their 5th wedding anniversary.

Everyone present offered their congratulations and enjoyed sharing the cake with them.

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The Hazen and Des Arc High Schools celebrated homecoming last Friday with coronations, parades and games. Despite the rain, fans came out to cheer on the two teams. The Des Arc Eagles defeated the Brinkley Tigers and the Hazen Hornets defeated the Clarendon Lions in their respective games.

More pictures of the big day can be found on page 6. Shown above are pictures of HHS Class of 2021’s float, the Des Arc cheerleaders, and Grand Marshall of the HHS parade, Sara Perry.

These photos and the ones on page 6 were taken

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Issues 3, 4, 5: term limits, casinos, and wage increase

by Roxanne Bradow

Ruby Jean Rogers Hryniewicz Ruby Jean Rogers Hryniewicz passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 2, 2018, due to complications during surgery. She was born in Des A r c , Arkansas, on November 3, 1952, to Margaret Sue (Sparks) and Carl A. Rogers, Sr. She was a graduate of Hazen High School and earned an associate’s degree from Arkansas State University. She held several jobs in the banking industry; most recently, however, she was employed by the Arkansas State Department of Finance and Administration as a driver control service representative for over fifteen years where she made a host of life-long friends.

Ruby was predeceased by her parents; a brother, Tracy Lynn Rogers; and a sister, Donna Kay Carter.

She leaves behind her loving husband of thirtythree years, Jim Hryniewicz of Sherwood; a son, Derek Hryniewicz, of Letona; and two grandchildren, Talon and Sasha Hryniewicz also of Letona. Ruby is also survived by one sister, Carol Sue Rogers Beckham of Hazen; four brothers: Gary Rogers and wife Mala of North Little Rock; Terry Rogers of Bald Knob; Carl A. (Rusty) Rogers, Jr., and wife Kim of Hazen, and

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Gregg Rogers of Hazen, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Patrick “Pat” Vincent Hatfield, Sr. Patrick “Pat” Vincent Hatfield, Sr., 63 of Des Arc departed this life on Friday, October 5, 2018.

Patrick was born June 14, 1955 in Stuttgart, Arkansas and was the eldest son of Raymond H. and Elizabeth Fischer Hatfield.

He gradu a t e d f r o m Catholic H i g h School for Boys in 1 9 7 3 where he served as a manager for the football team, the Rockets. He was a member of the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) and served on the Outside team for CYO Search for Christian Maturity for many years.

Pat was a parishioner of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Slovak. He was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Slovak Council #3998, serving as Grand Knight, as well as other offices.

He farmed alongside his father-in-law, Cyril Plafcan, from 1977 to 1995. He was on the Board of Directors for Farmers Aerial Seeders for many years. He also participated in the Young Farm Couples Organization in the early 1990’s.

He was a member of the Stuttgart Auxiliary Police force and later volunteered as a Deputy Sheriff in Prairie County.

Hatfield retired from farming in 1995 and began working for the City of Stuttgart in the mechanic shop. He was also night watchman at the Stuttgart Municipal Airport for many years.

He then returned to farming with his cousin, Mark Lisko, until a back injury caused him to officially retire.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Harvey and Mary Jane Hatfield and maternal grandparents, George and Matilda Fischer. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Johnny Steven Hatfield, Paul Chester Hatfield, and Raymond Hatfield, Jr., and a son, Christopher Michael Hatfield. Pat is survived by his three children, Sarah Marie Hatfield of Slovak, Patrick “Rick” Vincent Hatfield, Jr. (Nancy) of Conway, and Katherine Hatfield Neblett (Leo) of Little Rock.

He leaves behind one sister, Phyllis Hatfield LoPorto of Keo, and one brother, James Hatfield (Kim) of Lawton, Oklahoma. Pat is also survived by his first grandson, Sebastian Matthew Hatfield, (infant son of Rick and Nancy) born September 29, 2018, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. He had a special fondness for his aunts Virginia Fischer Lisko and Martha Hatfield Hosto.

Funeral services, officiated by Father Shaun C. Wesley, will be at 1:00

P.M., Saturday, October 20, 2018 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with burial of cremains at St. Cyril and Methodius Cemetery by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.

Memorials may be made to Catholic High School of Little Rock and Sts. Cyril andLittle Rock and Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Slovak.

Mildred Yancey Mildred Yancey, 84, of Brinkley, died Monday, October 1 at Cla-Clif Nursing and Rehab Center in Brinkley. She was the widow of Julius Yancey.

Mildred was born July 30, 1984 in Biscoe, Arkansas to John Shegog and Ruby WellsShegog.

Mildred was raised in Biscoe and attended the local public school. She moved to Brinkley as a young woman, where she worked for many years and raised her family.

Mildred was raised attending the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Brasfield. She later became a member of Holy Trinity Church of God in Christ in Brinkley under the leadership of Reverend Robert Butler.

Mildred worked for Van Heusen Shirt Factory for more than 20 years. She then went on to work for Farris Fashions, both located in Brinkley, for several years before retiring. “Mill Dog” or “Mill Cat” as Mildred was affectionately known, was an excellent seamstress. She loved to sew and even hand made the clothing for her children when they were younger. She enjoyed going fishing and cooking, watching Baseball and Wrestling on television and basically taking care of the community. She was definitely known as the community grandmother. Her parents, her husband Julius Yancey, her daughter Linda Sue Hall, her sister and Johnnetta Shegog all preceded Mildred in death.

Survivors are: Three sons: Kevin Yancey of Minneapolis, MN; Shawn Riddle and Brian Riddle both of Brinkley, AR; two daughters: Patricia Yancey-Devine of Brinkley, AR; Kimberly Riddle of Louisville, KY; two god daughter Sherii Brewer of Palestine, AR; and Dora Crenshaw of Little Rock, AR; thirteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services was held Saturday, October 13 at 11 AM at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 409 South Main Avenue in Brinkley with Reverend Bobby Joe James officiating. Internment was at Haven of Rest Cemetery

by Branscumb Johnson & Gilchrest Funeral Home of Brinkley (870) 7342772 email:branscumbfuneralhome1928@yahoo.co m & Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home. Pallbearers are: Shawn Riddle, Gerald Riddle, Michael Henderson, Cameron Swanigan, and Deondre’ Beasley and Vernal Branscomb.

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Issue 3 was put on the ballot by a petition signed by over 84,859 Arkansas voters, and it seeks to change the term limits for Arkansas state representatives and senators back to the number of years set by voters in 1992. In 2004 there was an attempt to double the length of terms, but the effort was defeated. Then in 2014, term limits legislation was attached to an ethics bill that Arkansas voters passed. The 2014 term limits allow legislators to serve up to 16 years in either the House or Senate in whatever way those legislators choose.

Passage of Issue 3 would set new term limits of 8 years (2 four-year terms) for the Senate members and 6 years (3 two-year terms) for the House members for everyone who has served since the 1990’s. No legislator would be allowed to serve more than 10 years in the General Assembly, although it would let legislators finish out their present terms, even if they go over 10 years.

Senators who are running for re-election this year who are already over 8 years would be allowed another term because the term limits would start on January 1, 2019.

Six current Senators would be eligible to run for office again after this election if the issue passes, but the length of their terms might be apportioned. If the issue fails, 21 senators can run for re-election under the present term limits.

In the House, 44 of the 100 members would not be able to serve another term after the 2018 election if Issue 3 passes.

Another 35 House members who are in their 2nd term would be able to run for one more time.

Issue 3 would also prohibit legislators from proposing constitutional amendments to change term limits for the General Assembly.

Arkansas Term Limits, US Term Limits, and the Family Council Action Committee BQC are three of the groups who have filed with the Arkansas Ethics Commission as sponsors of the bill.

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Issue 4 is the Arkansas Casino Gaming Amendment. It’s sponsored by Driving Arkansas Forward and the Arkansas Jobs Coalition. Passage of the bill would authorize four casinos in the state - one at Oaklawn in Hot Springs, one at Southland in West Memphis, one in Jefferson County, and one in Pope County. The casinos would be overseen by the Arkansas Racing Commission, which already exists. Casinos would be allowed to stay open all day, every day, and could serve alcohol anytime gaming is taking place.

The tax rate on each casinos gaming receipts (money that remains after a casino has paid all winners and reserved winnings) would be 13 percent on the first $150 million and 20 percent for net gaming receipts over that amount. The state general revenue fund will receive 55 percent of the tax dollars, 19.5 percent will go to the city where the casino is located, 17.5 percent will go to the Arkansas Racing Commission, and 8 percent will go to the county where the casino is located. If there is no city, then the county will get 27.5 percent of the tax revenues. Since there is

no specific destination designated for the tax revenue, the state, cities, and counties can spend the money however they choose. The Arkansas Racing Commission will use the funds for prize money for greyhound and horse racing.

Issue 5 is the Arkansas Minimum Wage Increase ballot initiative. It is sponsored by Arkansans for a Fair Wage. The new state law, if passed, would increase the Arkansas minimum wage rate to $9.25 per hour on January 1, 2019. The rate would then go up to $10 an hour on January 1, 2020 and to $11 per hour on January 1, 2021. The current minimum wage of $8.50 per hour was approved by voters in 2014.

This is a state law, not a constitutional amendment, and it does not change the present exemptions for restaurant jobs, agriculture jobs, and jobs at newspapers with under a 4000 circulation.

The proposal would apply to all non-exempt businesses with four or more employees. The federal minimum wage, approved in 2009, is $7.25.

Most of this information was taken from the University of Arkansas Extension website: https://www.uaex.edu/.)

Prairie County Election Commission Notification

General, Non-P Partisan & Annual School Election

Nov. 6, 2018 Early Voting

Oct. 22, 2018 to Nov. 5, 2018 Voters wishing to cast an early voting ballot will begin on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018. Hours from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. at the Des Arc and DeValls Bluff Courthouses.

Saturday voting hours will be 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The last day for casting an early voting ballot will end on

Monday Nov. 5, 2018 at 5 p.m.

Early Voting and Absentee Ballot tabulation will be at 4:30 p.m. in the County Clerk’s office at the Des Arc Courthouse on Nov. 6, 2018.

Prairie County Election Commission Rita Dobson Chairperson-501 516 7264 Stan Ferguson - 501 516 6156 Harvey Joe Sanner - 501 516 7000 For Additional Information Call Prairie County Clerk in Des Arc 870-2 256-4 4434 Prairie County Clerk in DeValls Bluff 870 998-2 2314

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Students earn Star Reading Awards

by Shauna Gilbreath The Des Arc High School library has named the four students to receive the Star Reading Eagle Awards for the months of August and September.

Each month this school year two students are recognized for their patronage and support. As a reward, the students receive a personalized DAHS Star Reading Eagle insulated reusable tumbler.

For the month of August the Star Reading Eagles are Joseph Ensminger and Aaron Madar.

For September, the students are Aubrey Willhite and Jenna Keith.

The students were interviewed about their reading habits.

Joseph Ensminger is a 7th grade student. His favorite "book" is the Maximum Ride series by his favorite author, James Patterson.

Joseph says that when he chooses his books in high school he has listened to his older sister. "My big sister, Hannah, told me about the series so I chose book one and started to read it. I became more interested in them." Joseph says that for someone to become a strong, satisfied reader they have to "know how to understand and comprehend whatever you're reading."

Aaron Madar is in the freshman class at DAHS. Currently, his favorite "book" is the Theodore Boone series. This is a young adult series of books written by his favorite author, John Grisham.

Aaron says that his book selection process relies on recommendations from his high school librarian. "I usually have Ms. Gilbraith help me find a book that I like, or, she gives me some

Sprucing up for Rice Festival...

Members of the Hazen High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) aided the Prairie County Master Gardeners last week by spreading mulch around the “Welcome to Hazen” sign across from the Hurley House. Pictured from left to right are: Trey Thompson, Wesley Clayton, Josh Hambrick, and Carter Mealler.

Star Reading winners. (Photo courtesy of Shauna Gilbreath.) options to consider." When Aaron was asked what others should know or do in order to be a strong satisfied reader of books, he replied, "you have to enjoy reading and enjoy the books that you choose."

Aubrey Willhite is also in the 7th grade. At the moment, her favorite book is The Selection, written by her favorite author, Kiera Cass. Aubrey says that when she chooses the books she wants to read she normally picks "books with scenarios that can happen in real life.

However I love fantasy books too! The Selection is something that I couldn't put down because it combined those two things."

Aubrey's advice to someone on how to be a strong, satisfied reader is to "find

a good book and just keep reading. The problem might be that it is just hard, but if you keep reading, you will enjoy it."

Jenna Keith is part of the senior class at DAHS. Jenna is a big fan of John Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice series. She could not decide on her favorite author because she reads so many. When asked how she decides on what book she will read next, Jenna says, "I select books by reading the summary on the back. I usually get a book from the fantasy, adventure or mystery genres." Jenna offers this advice to those wanting to be a strong reader, "They should start by reading a book that they think they would like, or, by the genre they like."

Prairie County Retired Teachers attend state ARTA convention

By Chris Weems Four members of Prairie County Retired Teachers Unit attended the annual Fall ARTA State Convention Tuesday, October 9, at Benton Events Center.

Those attending are June Whiteside, Helen Holloway, THelma Gray and Chris Weems The Meeting opened with Bauxite High School Band, cheerleaders, spirit line and Boosters with several minutes of music, chants and cheers for the theme of the day, “Team ARTA.” Angel Owens, Star City, led the group in the National Anthem.

Bob Thompson, ARTA president from Arkadelphia, presided for the meeting. He introduced Bobby Lester of Pulaski County who told

GFWC Elsie McCain Club meet October 9

By Chris Weems “I want to tell you all you need to know about the parathyroid gland” Libby Hutson told the members of GFWC Elsie McCain Club at their meeting Thursday night, October 9, at Murry’s Restaurant.

Libby is Community Service chairman for Education, and she wanted to tell members about a condition that she had surgery for in August. She knew nothing about the parathyroid before the Dr. told her that is was causing her problems. SHe told the symptoms, the location, and the outcome if it is not cared for right away.

Luckily, Libby’s parathyroid problem was diagnosed early, the surgery was successful and all is well now.

Chris Weems, president, presided for the second meeting of the Club year. The meeting began with discussing current events. The president read a letter from Dr. Diana Glaze, GFWC of Arkansas president.

In the letter, she talked about her theme: Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things Through GFWC. “We become extraordinary through prayer and service to God and His people. We do this through charitable acts that show our concern

for others,” she said.

Food was brought to celebrate World Food Day, and will be delivered to the DHS Pantry in this near future.

“It is used for persons who apply for Food Stamps and have a little timer before the stamps are available,” the president said.

The Rice Festival is Saturday, October 27. The president said she has a Duck Call that the Club can sell raffle tickets on. She had the tickets and members can

meet at the Festival for the project.

Rosetta Van Houten will give the rules for the GFWC Art Contest to the Art teacher so they can have it in case someone wants to enter a painting from the Fall semester.

Entertainment prizes were won by Rita Farris, Chris Weems and Nell Pich.

The next meeting will Thursday, November 1, with Meg Miller hostess at Murry’s at 6:00 p.m.

the group that the CEO of Arkansas Teacher Retirement System George Hopkins, Malvern has resigned his position, effective at the end of 2018. ATRS has a committee working to find a replacement for him.

The Retirement System has 78, 282 members with the annual payout of $1.1 billion. Of the group, 27 are 100 years older with the oldest participant being 113.

The Parsons-Burnett Scholarship recipients were Clifford Abell, Pulaski County Special School District; Lindsay MacMillan, Elementary Teacher Cabot Special District; Amy Markham, G-T Teacher, Fort Smith School District; and Jacob

Tillman. Heber Springs Middle School Math Teacher.

Kathy Ewing, Des Arc, received a certificate for 1,000 volunteer hours service.

Ace Collins, the keynote speaker, an author and storyteller, from Arkadelphia, “was an entertainer and inspirational speaker.” according to the group from Prairie County, as he told of individuals who had succeeded at things that no one thought they could achieve.

The meeting closed with the announcement of winners in the Silent Auction, which supports the scholarship fund for teachers who are pursuing Masters Degree.

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Go Hornets!

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The Hart Family - Owners

10. Forrest City @ Nettleton

11.Searcy @ Jonesboro

101 Hwy. 70 East, Hazen, AR 72064

15. Pottsville @ Elkins

GRAND PRAIRIE VETERINARY SERVICE Charles J. Dulany, DVM

Clinic 870.255.0022 - Emergency 870.552.5026

ProHeart 6 Heartworm Injections The protection lasts for 6 months!

8a.m. - 5p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8 a.m.-12 noon Wed. - Closed daily for lunch.

16. Gravette @ Green Forest

Chillers Liquor Store

1507 Highway 70 East Good Hazen, AR 72064 Luck 870-2 255-3 3651 New Owners: Charles & Vickie Reel

Good Luck

17. Crossett @ Hamburg

Billy’s Body Shop and Wrecker Service

Hwy. 70 West - Hazen, AR Phone 255-4432 or Nights 255-3983

For All Your Trucking Needs Call the Local Service with the Experience You Need to Get the Job Done Right!

18. Junction City @ Fordyce

PARTS WORLD OF HAZEN 106 E. Front St. P.O. Box 690, Hazen, AR 72064

Jimmy & Ginger Shelman OWNERS Phone: 870-255-3737 Fax: 870-255-3793, Home: 870-255-3449

19. Conway @ Little Rock Central

Strohl Aviation

LLC

QUARTERBACK 12. _______________

Hart’s Liquor Store, Inc.

Joshua D. Jacobs, CPA Tax & Accounting Services

Contest Entry Form

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9. Melbourne @ Mountain View

14.Danville @ Baptist Prep

Tollville - 870- 255-1300

David, Cindy, Taylor and Whitney 20. Dierks @ Mount Ida

21. Clinton @ Rose Bud

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Phone: 870-255-4538 P.O. Box 370 Hazen, AR 72064

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To Whom It May Concern: A 2002 Ford 150VIN# IFTRX18L6INA645245 was picked up on September 11, 2018 at the Old Hwy 11, at the request of the Prairie County Sheriff. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar, 72064, (870) 255-3305. Towing, storage,& administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner.

Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first pri-

ority possessory lien on the said vehicle and its content for all such charges. The vehicle and its contents will be dismantled, destroyed, or sold at public sale to the highest bidder if not claimed in 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges. (10-10-18/ 2tc)

Vote for John “JW” Thompson for Mayor of DeValls Bluff. Vote for Availability, Integrity, and Knowledge. 40+ years government experience. All votes greatly appreciated 501-5800961.

Paid for by J.W. Thompson.

(10-17-18 2tp)

House For Sale

House for sale, 407 7th Street, in Des Arc Arkansas.

24 acre Parcel, 960 square Ft. Single Family Residence. Sell as is.

Contact Karen McMillen at 501-284-9112 (10-17-18 2tc)

INMAN DENTAL CLINIC Thomas G. Inman DDS IDC

PO Box N 513 N. Williams Street Carlisle, AR 72024 Ph: 870-5 552-3 3500

Bowman Plumbing Tim VanHouten Kitchen and Bath

870-255-5126

Cultured marble, flooring, custom showers, and countertops

Free Estimates 20 Years Experience

Adam Bowman, MP 6142 Repair - Remodel - New Construction Free Estimates Dependable Service Family Owned and Operated (870) 256-5230

Free Ads for Free Stuff If you’re giving it away, we’ll give you

an ad for

free

Call 255-4538

-C COOLER DAYS ARE COMINGand pests will be looking for a warm place to stay.

Don’t let that place be inside your home.

For over 30 years Bug Masters has established a reputation for responding quickly when you need us and eliminating pest issues when others haven’t.

Call Bug Masters today at 800-7 770-4 4888

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Homecoming festivities held at Hazen and Des Arc Schools

LYNN’S FLOWER & GIFT SHOP 1509 MAIN STREET DES ARC, AR 72040 870-2 256-3 3191 870-2 256-5 5599

LYNN CALHOUN Owner lynnsflowers@yahoo.com

Chambers Nursing and Rehab Center * Private Rooms with Baths * 24 Hour Nursing Service * Rehab-Therapy

* On-Site Beauty Salon * Daily Activity Program * Church Service Regularly

Medicaid - Medicare - VA - Private Pay

(870) 552-7 7150 Hwy 70 - Carlisle, Arkansas

“Since 1945”

“We offer extremely reasonable and affordable private pay rates”

Bobby Glover, President & CEO