October 19, 2022

Community Calendar

Events Hazen Senior Center is open from 9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. daily. Lunch is 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. All Seniors are welcome.

shots available at Medskers in

every Thursday 2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m and at the Prescription Shop in Hazen on Mondays.

Kirstin Moran, First Vice-President of the Carlisle Chapter of the FCCLA was recently elected to be the president of Region 4 of the organization.

Cloe Ford, President of the Carlisle High School Chapter of FCCLA served as a voting delegate for the Region IV FCCLA Planning and Election Meeting.

Moran will be installed at the FCCLA Leadership Conference in December.

Local farmer directs $5000 grant to Prairie County 4-H program

Maple Healthcare Day proclaimed

Hazen Mayor David Hardke (at the podium above) proclaimed Monday, October 3, Maple Healthcare Day in a ceremony held at the facility. Many friends and family members attended the event that began at 2 p.m. Refreshments were served to those who attended, and a drawing was held.

DVB Coun c il r e c eives u p da t e on g r an t

By Lisa Mills

Arc School Board Meeting

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Local farmer George Marion Mack recently directed a $5,000 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the Prairie County 4H. Prairie County 4-H will use the funds to spread agricultural awareness with programs for the youth in our county.

“We sincerely thank Marion Mack for selecting Prairie County 4-H to receive this donation. These funds will support in-school programs, day camps, and various other youth activities to strengthen their knowledge of agriculture,” said Amy Greenwalt Tallent, University of Arkansas Systems Division of Agriculture Research and Extension, Prairie County Staff Chair.

The America’s Farmers Grow Communities program, a Bayer Fund program, partners with farmers to provide grants to local nonprofits and schools to help their communities.

Through the program, farmers enroll for the chance to direct a $5,000 donation to a local eligible nonprofit organization or school of their choice.

In 2022, Bayer Fund revamped America’s Farmers Grow Communities program, making it easier for farmers across the country to find and fund the

organizations and institutions that keep their communities thriving. This included doubling the individual donations to $5,000, up from $2,500 in previous years to provide a greater impact to local rural communities.

For more than a decade, Grow Communities has partnered with farmers to direct funds to programs and organizations that contribute to their communities’ health and vibrancy, such as food banks, schools and youth agriculture programs. Since the America’s Farmers programs began in 2010, the initiatives have awarded nearly $65 million to such programs.

“Each year we hear from several nonprofit and school leaders, as well as farmers, about the ways Grow Communities has made a difference,” said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund president. “Bayer Fund is proud to work side-byside with farmers to identify local nonprofit organizations and schools that are improving rural communities in the areas of health and wellness, food and nutrition, and STEM and ag education.”

To learn more about the enrollment process and how America’s Farmers programs are making an impact, visit www.Americasfarmers.com.

Holidays in Hazen

Several Hazen stores

be hosting

on Saturday, November 5th. It’s a day for shoppers to support

businesses (and not Amazon), keeping Hazen’s few

stores open. Hazen Florist, Cozy Corner, Hazen Hornet Hardware (where

will be hanging out), and

Marketplace will open their doors that

Saturday, serving holiday refreshments. Times vary for the stores from 10 am until 3 pm. Each store will have drawings for door prizes, too! Ask for free holiday gift wrapping.

Let’s make Holidays in Hazen a great yearly event. If you own a business in Hazen and would like to participate, call the Herald office at 870-255-4538.

At the City Council meeting on October 13th, Engineer David Hilsdon gave the council information about a new grant available. He stated that The USDA has announced a grant available using American Relief Plan Funds to help cities with water/sewer issues. He said the grant can provide up to 100% of funds needed if no other grants have been applied for. Hilsdon said that since the grant applications he has been working on have not been filed yet it would be possible to apply for this one. The application

than enough time to do the job he promised to do and is now asking the city to raise money for the project, so he thinks that action should be taken to end the city’s agreement with him.

Connor asked Attorney Mike Stuart what should be done. Stuart said he would send Martin a letter.

Mayor Connor said that there have been numerous complaints about ATVs on streets causing accidents and safety issues. Council members Richard Henry and Raymond Watson said something has to be done to stop the problem.

education building for which the millage increase will help pay.

The council approved an increase for monthly trash pickup from $16.68 to $18.00. The increase was requested from MTriple-J due to a 34.99% increase at the landfill.

Fire Chief Glenn Gladish reported two first responder calls and one wildfire. Police Chief Jeremy Murphy reported three traffic citations, one arrest for 3 misdemeanor warrants and numerous calls and citizen contacts.

The city would like to thank the following for donating corn stalks and

deadline is November 4th and he needs approval from the council to apply. The council passed a motion to apply for the grant.

Mayor Connor reported that she received an email from Martin Smith stating that he is still working on the “Robinson building”. Council member Richard Henry stated that he thought he has had more

Attorney Stuart stated that it is a violation of Arkansas law so police need to start issuing tickets. Officer Jeremy Murphy said he would enforce the law and begin issuing citations.

School Superintendent Donnie Boothe addressed the council and citizens asking for support for a school millage increase. Booth said the school needs a new agriculture

cotton for fall decorations: William Oxner Farms, George Toll Farms, Nail Brothers Farms and Baxter Brothers Farms and to American Legion Auxiliary for decorating. Attending the meeting were Mayor Darlene Connor and Council Members Richard Henry, Raymond Watson, Carol Griffin and Marie Flanagan.

all of Prairie County and the Grand Prairie

Carlisle

M o r an ch osen pr esiden t

Kirstin Moran

The City of DeValls Bluff is decorated for fall.

Adelaide Chudy Drotar

Adelaide Chudy Drotar, 94, of Slovak was carried away by a band of Angels to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Baptist Health in North Little Rock.

She was born on July 21, 1928 to Vandeline and Julia Oslica Chudy who immigrated from Czechoslovakia. Her parents both died when she was in her teens. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church in Slovak on Tuesday, October 18 with visitation beginning at 9:30 A.M., followed by Rosary at 10:30 A.M. and Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Philip Reaves officiating. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Drotar as well as four children, Monica, Terry, Karen and Carmen; and infant grandson, Steven and Grandson Shay; brothers, Frank, Ed, Wendel, and Connie and a sister, Evelyn. She is survived by a daughter, Paula Coburn of Des Arc, and a son, John Drotar and wife, Pam of Slovak; thirteen grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren and a special niece, Patricia Hager of Hermitage, Tennessee.

Adelaide was a member of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church of Slovak and the Altar Society. Pallbearers are her three grandchildren, Kyle Griffin, Jason Rymer, Blaine Drotar and Frankie Lisko, Marty Lisko and Luke Lisko.

The family requests memorials be made to St. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church.

Thomas Melvin Swaim

Tommy Swaim began his most perfect life on October 12, 2022.  With his loving wife by his side, all of the things of this world passed away and he left, too soon for us, to be with his Lord and Savior with no more pain or struggles.

A voracious reader, expert builder, joke-teller, detailed-oriented, Western movie-loving, frustrated musician, Tommy Swaim worked his whole life at things he loved and some he didn’t love so much.

Born December 13, 1944, Tommy was the middle child of seven. His family share- cropped, so he grew up knowing the meaning of hard work. He picked cotton and would often miss the first months of a new school year to help his family at harvest time. Even though he missed many school days, Tommy was an excellent and smart student. He loved to play football and enjoyed performing in school productions. He set his eye on joining the military during wartime, but a heart condition caused by rheumatic fever kept him from serving. Instead, Tommy put his amazing work ethic to good use. At one point, he had three jobs to support his growing family: manager at a paint store; a real estate agent; and a fireman. When the call to leadership came, Tommy stepped up and, because of his commitment to the community, he served 23 years as Mayor of Jacksonville and held that position with honor and integrity.  During his tenure as Mayor, he fought many battles. The toughest of which occurred in his first years in office.  Despite financial deficits, a superfund cleanup of the site at Vertac, and potential base closures, he held his ground and did what was necessary. He even traveled to Washington to talk to officials to protect the community and the citizens that trusted him with it.  His focus was on

building relationships that would be beneficial to Jacksonville and, in that effort, he served as the President of the State Municipal League and represented Arkansas nationally through that organization and many others.

A true patriot in every way, Tommy loved the Little Rock Air Force base and the men and women who served there. His tenure as Mayor provided him the opportunity to serve in a way he wasn’t able to as a young man.  During a tumultuous time of base closures, he stepped in and fought the hard fight to keep LRAFB open. He was also part of the team who established the LRAFB Joint Education Center providing college classes not only to the men and women of LRAFB, but to surrounding communities as well. He was beyond proud of the LRAFB, and his work there gave him a chance to be part of something he always admired and loved.

While he had many accomplishments professionally, Tommy’s family and friends stand today the representation of his proudest accomplishment.  If Tommy called you “friend,” you were a friend in every sense of the word.  His happiest moments were when all the family was gathered together.

He loved so dearly his soul mate, best friend, and wife of 58 years Judy, his children Deanna and Alan Carpenter, Shane and Mickie Swaim. He had 8 grandchildren:

Emma Carpenter, Isabel Carpenter, Krystal Langdon (Sambo), Alyssa Haley (Mason), Skylar Probus (Zachary), Avery Swaim, Jaxon Swaim, and Ryder Swaim.  In addition, he had 5 greatgrandchildren, a sister Jessica Scarborough (Ft. Worth), 20 nieces and nephews, and too many friends to count, who look forward to meeting with him again one day.

There will be a Celebration of life held at the Jacksonville Community Center on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 with a visitation from 9 am – 11 am and a program to follow.  There will be a visitation on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen from 6pm-8pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 1 pm at Center Point Baptist Church in Hazen. Interment will follow at Center Point Cemetery.

Arrangements were made by A Natural State Funeral Service in Jacksonville. An online guestbook is available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com.

James Floyd Felts

James (Jimmy) Floyd Felts, age 81, a lifelong resident of Des Arc, AR , left his earthly home on the evening of Thursday, October 13, 2022.

Jimmy was born on April 12, 1941, to Floyd and Fannie Felts and graduated from Des Arc High School in 1959.

NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION – ADA ARPA GRANT

The City of DeValls Bluff, Arkansas intends to file an application for federal financial assistance with the Arkansas Department of Agriculture (ADA), American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The project includes improvements to the water supply wells, water treatment plant, water storage and distribution system (including lead service remediation), as well as the wastewater collection, pumping, treatment (including SEPTIC) and effluent discharge system (NPDES), as well as the Stormwater collection, pumping, detention and effluent discharge. Any comments regarding this application should be submitted to the City of DeValls Bluff, City Hall, 977 E. Cypress St., PO Box 297, DeValls Bluff, AR 72041.

He met his wife Deanna (McElroy) Felts, to whom he was married for 49 years, at a church retreat in Leslie, AR, in 1972.

Jimmy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and was a long-time member of Gospel Mission Church, where he served for many years as an elder on the church board. Over the years prior to retirement, he worked as a printer and photographer at the White River Journal before opening his own auto body repair shop, Car Craft Auto Sales. He was an adept jack-of-all-trades who could fix or build just about anything and who would go out of his way to help anyone in need. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years Deanna Felts; son James (Annette) Floyd Felts, Jr. of Hazen, AR; daughters Amber (Wesley) Whittaker of Harrison, AR, and Aimee (Mike) Whitescarver of Valley Springs, AR; grandchildren Kayla Bush Riley, Ariel (Kelly) Moore, Colton Felts, Zoey, Zane, and

Stella Whittaker, and Briton and Elinor Whitescarver; great-grandchildren Kellan Riley, Kaleb and Jude Moore, and Aubrey Felts; sister Glenda (Leroy) Gales; and son-in-law Huey Bush. He is preceded in death by daughter Tania Bush and sisters Aimee Riehle, Emma Jean Cate, Mary Johnson, Bonnie Reid, and Carole Pool.

Visitation was held on Sunday, October 16, 2022, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Gospel Mission Church in Des Arc, AR. Funeral service was held on Monday, October 17, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., also at Gospel Mission Church, with interment immediately following at the Felts Family Cemetery. Pallbearers were John Pool, Marvin Reid, Keith Knupp, Houston McElroy, David Wallace, and Terry Odom. Honorary pallbearers are Doug Riehle, Wayne Riehle, Randol Johnson, Greg Gales, Adam Grandon, Matt Grandon, Tyler McElroy and Ethan Collins.

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE APPLICATION – USDA SEARCH GRANT

The City of DeValls Bluff, Arkansas intends to file an application for federal financial assistance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Utilities Service (RUS). The project includes improvements to the water supply wells, water treatment plant, water storage and distribution system, as well as the wastewater collection, pumping and treatment system. Any comments regarding this application should be submitted to the City of DeValls Bluff, City Hall, 977 E. Cypress St., PO Box 297, DeValls Bluff, AR 72041.

Brown Grove Fire Department Gun Raffle

The Brown

Department

on October 31, 2022.

$5.00

for

Blake @ 870-255-5393, Lynn @ 318-422-1538, or Wylon @ 870-516-7262.

from 5:30 p.m-6:30 p.m.

who want

booth need to

ter through the City of Hazen Mayor's office by Tuesday, October 25, 2021. Give us a call to let

know you are participating @ 870-255-4521. Please plan for 350 trick or treaters (Paid $105 out of Hazen City General Funds.)

Charge to be added to county pipe sales

Resolution #2022-2 allowing a 5% service charge on handling pipe sold by the county to county residents was passed by the Prairie County Quorum Court at its October 11 meeting.

Present at the meeting were Justices Ronnie Eans, Bobby Willeford, Lawrence Hollway, Gary King, Paul Hooks, Levi Childress, Jordan Smith and Judy Hinson. Justice Rick Stallings was absent.

The resolution, presented to the court by Judge Mike Skarda, said that the surcharge was acceptable to the auditor as long as everyone is charged the same amount. Some dis-

cussion ensued with all eventually voting to pass the resolution except for Justice Hooks.

Amy Tallent of the Prairie County Extension Service presented thank you gifts to each of the justices and the judge for their support of her department. “Without you, we couldn’t do it,” she said. Judge Skarda responded that “ Prairie County has an extension service that is second to none.”

Judge Skarda informed the court that Jeremy Tallent want to purchase some land owned by the county. Hooks suggested

getting a broker to sell the land because it could possibly be used for hunting. Then Justice Eans asked, “Why don’t we just hold on to it,” and the subject was dropped.

According to Skarda, the legislative audit was good. There were no committee reports, but Skarda asked that all departmental budgets be turned into the judge’s office by the end of the month.

Hooks reported that there was some pipe caving in around the Slovak area of the county. Skarda said that the County Road Department would put in gravel now and wait until the end of the harvest season to repair the pipe.

Skarda also announced that there would be a fish fry for county employees on December 20.

At the end of the meeting, Lawrence Holloway and Dwayne Chappell, the two candidates running for Prairie County Judge, spoke briefly to the court about their qualifications for the judgeship.

Holloway pointed out his 27 years on the quorum court with his service as head of the finance committee for 15 years.

Chappell told the court about his experience in finances through farming and also as a member of the Arkansas Agricultural Board and other organizations that deal with finances.

State Capitol Week in Review

From Senator Jonathan Dismang

LITTLE ROCK – When

Arkansas voters go to the polls on November 8 they will determine the fate of four proposed amendments to the state Constitution.

Three of the measures were referred to the ballot by the legislature.

Issue One would grant the legislature the power to call itself into session. Issue Two would require a 60 percent majority for approval of future amendments and initiatives. Issue Three would prohibit state and local governments from burdening a person’s practice of religion, unless there is a compelling reason.

Issue Four was proposed by an interest group, to legalize the possession, sale and cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes.

Issue One would change current language in the state Constitution that empowers only the governor to call a special session of the legislature. If approved by voters, Issue One would authorize legislators to call themselves into special session.

It could be done either by joint proclamation of the Speaker of the House and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, or by a proclamation signed by at least two-thirds of the membership of both the House and the Senate.

Issue One would not affect the current power

of the governor to call special sessions.

Issue Two would require 60 percent majorities for approval of proposed amendments and initiated acts, rather than the current requirement that a simple majority is sufficient. It would affect proposed amendments referred by the legislature, as well as proposals by citizens’ groups.

Supporters of Issue Two say that under the current system, it has become too easy for special interest groups to change the Constitution, by spending large sums of money to pay canvassers to collect signatures and for television commercials.

Opponents say Issue Two would curtail the power of the people to govern themselves, and that the current system has rigorous standards to make sure that signature gathering is done honestly and openly.

Arkansas is one of 15 states that allow citizens to propose constitutional amendments and changes in state laws. Florida requires a 60 percent majority; Colorado requires 55 percent. Nevada requires a simple majority, but in two separate elections. Some states require supermajorities for approval of gambling or new taxes. Two states require only a simple majority, but voter turnout must exceed a

certain threshold.

Issue Three would create a legal claim by which someone could file a lawsuit seeking relief from a government action that imposes on their religious beliefs.

Issue Four would allow adults to possess up to one ounce of marijuana. The eight cultivation facilities that are now allowed to grow medical marijuana would be granted the authority to grow it and sell it for non-medical purposes.

An additional 12 cultivation licenses would be issued.

Issue Four would grant a license to sell nonmedical marijuana to the existing 40 dispensaries that are now licensed to sell medical marijuana, at their current location. Existing dispensaries also would automatically receive a second license to sell non-medical marijuana at a location at least five miles away from any current dispensary.

Using a lottery system, an additional 40 licenses would be issued to new dispensaries.

In other words, Issue Four would allow a maximum of 20 licenses to grow non-medical marijuana at regulated cultivation facilities, and a maximum of 120 retail dispensaries of non-medical marijuana.

Prairie County Sheriff’s Report

As of Friday, Ocober 14th, 2022, the Prairie County Sheriff's Department (PCSD) has 49 individuals' felony and/or misdemeanor charges at the Prairie County Detention

Center, located in Des Arc.

Amos Fricker was arrested on Wednesday October 12th for Computer Child Pornography A Class B Felony

For more information on current incarcerated inmates in Prairie County and other detention centers across the state visit www.vinelink.com.

To report an incident or to give information on ongoing cases call (870) 256-4137, which is answered 24 hours a day, seven days of the week. Residents can also email the sheriff at rick.hickman@prairiecou ntysheriff.org.

Halloween Festival to be held in DVB

There will be a Halloween Festival at the DVB Fire Department on October 29th beginning at 5:00 pm sponsored by the City, the Fire Department, American Legion Auxiliary and DVB First Baptist Church.

Free hamburgers, hot dogs, chili, chips, and drinks will be served. There will be games for all ages.

Judge Mike Skarda receives thank you from the PC Extension.

Carlisle celebrates homecoming with parade, alumni events

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

The Carlisle Bison continued their run through the schedule with a 47-0 win over Hampton for homecoming Friday night at Fred C. Hardke Field.

With the win, Carlisle is now 6-0 on the season.

The Bison led 14-0 after one quarter.

Jason Sullivan scored on runs of two and 14 yards. Peyton Huggins kicked both extra points.

The Bison scored 21 points in the second quarter to lead 35-0 at halftime. Sullivan scored on a 62-yard and a 74-yard run. Gabe Boyle scored on a fiveyard run. Holden Jones added a two-point con-

version.

Sullivan scored again on a 30-yard run in the third quarter. Devin Cooney scored on a fouryard run in the fourth quarter.

Sullivan rushed for 266 yards on 11 carries. Jones had 38 yards on five carries. Cory Linz, Sullivan and Boyle each caught a pass.

On defense, Gavin Richter intercepted two Hampton passes. Luke Petrus also had a pick.

“I was proud of how they came out and played, especially with it being homecoming,” Carlisle coach Caleb Shock said. “We talked all week about how there can be distractions and staying focused. They did a tremendous job with that and exe-

cuted really well.”

The Bison travel to Little Rock to play Baptist Prep. The Eagles are 0-8, coming

off a 42-14 loss to Bearden.

“Last week, they had several guys missing … the flu hit them,” Shock

said. “I would imagine that those guys will be back this week.

Offensively, they run the spread. They’ve got

a couple of guys they really like to throw the ball to. Their running back is a good, hard runner.”

Hornets to p l a y L itt l e R oc k E piscopa l F ri d a y night

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

After a week off, the No. 1 Hazen Hornets turn their attention to Little Rock Episcopal.

The Wildcats are 5-2 on the season. They’ve won their last two games, beating Beaten 14-6 and England 33-22. The week prior, they lost to No. 2 Carlisle 48-21.

Hazen coach Joe Besancon said his team worked on some things during its off week.

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

The Des Arc Eagles are in a four-way tie for first place in the 2A-2 conference after a 34-22 loss to Clarendon on Friday night. Marked Tree, East Poinsett County, Clarendon and Des Arc are all tied with one loss.

The Eagles led 22-20 in the second half but could not keep the Lions out of the end zone.

Des Arc had a chance to reclaim the lead but turned it over inside the Clarendon 10-yard line then never got the ball back down by only one score.

Treyvion Reed rushed for 79 yards on nine carries. He scored one touchdown.

Cache Flanagan rushed for 58 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries. He also scored a two-point conversion.

Jack Kearby rushed for 78 yards on 19 carries. He also scored a two-

point conversion.

“They beat us 47-0 last year,” Des Arc coach Brandon Barbaree said.

“We knew we couldn’t make mistakes. We fumbled the ball down at the goal line. We just didn’t make tackles. They are a little bit better than us in space. They made us pay for it, for sure.”

Des Arc hosts Cross County this Friday at Hinson Rollins Field.

The Thunderbirds are 24 on the season, coming off a 41-6 win over Marianna last Friday.

“Jayln Robinson is super athletic,” Barbaree said of the Cross County star.

“They’ve had some bad luck on the year. They look like a very young football team. They have more confidence than us right now since they won last week. We’ve just got to do things right, and overcome our mistakes and be able to win the game.”

“We got some things done,” he said. “It went pretty well considering it was a bye week. A lot of times, it’s hard to keep them focused. I’d

make deals with them.”

Besancon has said repeatedly that he’s been concerned that his team has not played a true four-quarter game.

Most of the time, the outcome of the game has been reached by halftime if not earlier.

“They’ve got some goodlooking athletes,” he said. “They do some things, like us, throwing the ball around a lot.

We really haven’t had to defend that a lot other than in practice. It will be a big challenge for us this week, trying to defend it.”

Besancon said playing a team that passes a lot will be beneficial when

the playoffs start in four weeks.

“It helps to play someone who does things a little bit different,” he said. “It prepares you because if you run into it in the playoffs, you don’t go ‘oh my. We haven’t seen this all year.’ “They are going to present a challenge to us. They can run it too.”

Besancon said his team is going good health wise.

“Knock on wood, we’re fine,” he said. “We’ve just got the typical bumps and bruises. Last week gave us a chance to heal up. Right now, I’d say we’re good to go.”

(Silver Smith photo.)

Cl aren d on L ions win over E ag l es

Paid for by Lawrence Holloway

The Carlisle defense lines up for a play against Hampton on Friday night. (Brenda Foster photo.)

Junior Hornets clinch title...

The Hazen Junior High Hornets took the conference title on Thursday night when they defeated the Carlisle Junior Bison on Hornet Field. This ends the junior high football season. (Ruth Corley photo.)

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Huntsville

The City of DeValls Bluff is taking sealed bids for a property on Hazel Street. Bids are due by November 10, 2022. Call City Hall for

(870) 998-2301.

Sale by Dan 302 N. Screeton, Hazen, AR Oct 20-22 - 9:00 am-3:00 pm

Partial list: Drexel lg. dining table with 6 Chairs, silver server, Queen Anne lowboy, ornate tall curio, pr. Lillian Russell parlor chairs, marble Top kitchen island, sm. Demilune, floor lamps, and Stiffel table lamps, sm. desk, black file cabinet, 2 sm. Flat screen TV’s. Thomasville tea table, sm. entry table, mid-century modern hutch, complete BR set, costume jewelry, Prints, mirrors, Waterford, lead crystal, Fenton cranberry GWTW parlor lamp, lg. Satin glass lamp, white Mink jacket, leather coat with lg. Fox collar, puppy carrier, puppy kennel, puppy buggy, Yorkie sweaters, file cabinet. Wall clock, lg. Bristol Butterfly urn, fashion hand bags, Lenox china set, Yamaha music synthesizer, cookware, like new Instapot, G. Armani lamp, G. Armani cat on chair, walkers, Rolator, quilts, quilting magazines, yarn, doilies, linens, hats, caps, ladies Chico’s clothing, men’s, shirts/slacks, LED pre-lit Christmas tree, ornaments (including White House Christmas ornaments, picture frames, and much more.

All sales final. Cash or check with proper I.D. – no credit cards.

Learning fire safety with HIPPY

By Gracie Derrick

On Tuesday October 11th, 2022 at 3:30pm the Hazen HIPPY (Home instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) had their monthly Group Meeting at the Hazen Community Center.

Linda Strohl and Gracie Derrick welcomed their families with warm smiles and excitement as they arrived to the Group Meeting. Every child was so happy to receive a Fire Safety sticker page and Fire hat as they came in and found a seat. Once all the children were signed in and seated, Home Based Educator Linda Strohl opened the meeting with questions about fire safety as they waited for Smokey the Bear and the Fire truck to arrive!

Once Smokey the Bear appeared, the children were a little scared at first but after a few minutes some of the children warmed up to him and started asking questions! Smokey the Bear made his exit and they proceeded to the next part of the meeting- Learning about forest fires and how to prevent them.

Once the firemen gathered the attention of all the children, they went on to explain what to do in the event of a fire, how they fight fires and even gave the children a presentation of the fire gear they wear! The children could not contain their excitement as the firemen asked if they wanted to go outside and see the fire truck.

Parents and children then followed the fire-

men outside to take a tour of the fire truck.

Each student got the opportunity to climb up in the big fire truck and get their picture taken.

The group meeting then came to an end as the kids each came back inside to collect their goodie bags and their Paw Patrol “Pups to the Rescue” sticker books!

The children who attended the Group Meeting were: Kennedy Nall, Benjamin Elliott, Waylon Sooter, Zander Moore, Brody Prislovsky, Joy Gladish, Benson Wood, Gabriella Flynn, Roman Terry, Emma Kerr, and Claire King.

The Hazen HIPPY staff would like to Thank everyone who attended and helped make this possible. HIPPY would like to extend a special

Thank you to the City of

Hazen for letting us use the Hazen Community Center, to John Pressgrove and Ty Oillon for educating the children on Forest Fire Safety and for bringing Smokey the bear to say hello, and to Troy Young for speaking with the kids about what to do in the event of a fire and bringing the fire truck for the children to see.

HIPPY IS STILL ENROLLING for the 2022-2023 school year, contact us at Facebook.com/Hazen Hippy or at 870-2551234 to enroll or for any questions you have about our program!

As the Leaves begin to fall, HIPPY falls back to FUN.

Join us for our next Group Meeting November 14, 2022 at 3:30 pm, at the Hazen Community Center.

Biscoe EHC volunteers at Prairie County Fair

By Mitzi Osborne

Biscoe EHC (Extension Homemakers club) members volunteeered as supervisors in various departments at the recent Prairie Couty Fair: Ardie YatesPhotography; Darline Sickle and Karen Golden-Food Preservation and Mitzi Osborne-Hobby. The Biscoe club won 1st place with their educa-

tional exhibit on bees: Be cause Pollinators Feed the World. Save the Bees! The exhibit was also featured in the state EH September newsletter.

Members won numerous blue and red ribbons on their entries as well as Best of Show and Judges’ awards. It was very tiring but an enjoyable week at the fair once again!

Get your flu shot...

These lovely nurses recently spent the day at the Hazen First United Methodist Church giving free flu shots to all comers.