October 5, 2022 edition

Community Calendar of 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.

Covid shots available at Medskers in Carlisle every Thursday 2:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m and at the Prescription Shop in Hazen on Mondays. Friday October 7 Sr. Hornets vs England Lions Hornet Field Homecoming 6:00 pm.

Senior Eagles vs Marked Tree Eagle Field Homecoming 6:00 p.m.

Monday October 10 Blood Drive Hazen Methodist Church 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Columbus Day Both PC Court Houses are closed Tuesday October 11 Quorum Court Meeting 6:00 p.m. Annex Building Last Day to Register to Vote in the General Election

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Constitution Week was celebrated in the Carlisle and Hazen School Districts Sept 1723. Grand Prairie DAR Constitution Week CoChair Cheryl Vickers met with 5th and 6th grade students at Carlisle Elementary on Wednesday morning and spoke about the importance of the Constitution as the foundational document of our nation. The students were very involved in question/answer time and were so excited to receive their miniature US flags and preamble pencils that Cheryl presented them.

In Hazen on Friday morning, Co-Chair Judi Jones presented a certificate in recognition of outstanding work in upholding and promoting the ideals of the US Constitution to the Hazen High School Student Council officers who had created a very patriotic American flag bulletin board. She also presented each officer

with a pocket copy of the Constitution. Afterwards, she gave a short presentation on the Constitution to Mr. Richard Hutson’s civics and American history classes and presented students with pocket Constitutions and pencils stamped with the Preamble to the Constitution.

Next, at Hazen Elementary, Jones presented a certificate to 5th and 6th grade

Gifted and Talented students for their very informative and interesting bulletin board

which promoted Constitution Week. Each student also was presented a pocket

Constitution.

Jones ended the morning by speaking to Mrs. Shelman’s and Mrs. Kerr’s 5th grade students. The students were so excited to hear the presentation and took part in the discussion. They were each presented with a small American flag and students quickly initiated a discussion of proper care of the flag.

These outstanding events met all three of DAR’s goals of promoting historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Jones thanks the Carlisle and Hazen School districts for participating in this celebration.

Burkhammer Wins World Championship

ers inducted into Hall o f Honor

Terry Rogers was inducted into the 2022 Henderson State University Hall of Honor on Saturday October 1st. His sport was football, and he played from 1979-1982.

Rogers was one of the greatest defensive players in Henderson State’s history. He was a first Team All-AIC selection in 1982 and was an Honorable Mention pick in 1980 and 1981.

Rogers ranks third alltime at Henderson in total tackles with 322 in his career and is the school’s all-time leader in quarterback sacks (32), tackles for loss (50), and fumble recov-

eries (14), which he compiled in just 40 career games. Rogers had 40 tackles for loss in 20 games during the 1981

and 1982 seasons. He still holds the program record for tackles for loss in a single season with 21 in 1981.

After the points were calculated, Haley Burkhammer was named the Chevrolet Performance Stock World Champion in her class on September 25. This is her first championship after competing in the class for 4 years.

Burkhammer participated in the National Muscle Car Association series, racing at all 6 events. She competed in

the Chevrolet Performance Stock Class, winning 3 events (Norwalk, Ohio; Milan, Michigan; and the finals in Indianpolis, Indiana). Pictured are Haley Burkhammer, Matthew Burkhammer, Elena Burkhammer, Christi Rounsavall, Paula Hackelton, and Crew Chief/Car Owner Ronnie Hackelton.

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High School has announced its 2022 Homecoming Court. Those on the court are Queen Gabi Berry, Senior Maid Bella Flanagan, Junior Maid Rachel Reidhar, Sophomore Maid Grace Knight, and Little Escorts Asa Kearby and Laiguna Ice. (Facebook photo.)

Pam Chandler, Hazen Elementary

GT teacher, with her 5th and 6th grade students as they receive the Constitution Week certificate of recognition from Judi Jones, Grand Prairie DAR.

Cheryl Vickers is shown with Carlisle 5th and 6th grade students after her presentation on the Constitution.

Judi Jones presents the DAR Constitution Week Certificate of recognition to Karly Kinnard, Hazen High School Student Council Parliamentarian, as student council sponsor Stacey Bowman looks on. Behind them is the bulletin board created by the students.

Terry (center) with big brother Gary and his wife Mala.

Stella Louise Bartold Nettles

Stella Louise Bartold Nettles, 65 of Hazen, went to be with the Lord on September 21, 2022. Louise was born in Grants Pass, Oregon on August 21, 1957, to Dale and Robbie Jean Bartold. Louise was a Christian, devoted wife, mother, mimi, sister, and devoted friend.

She worked at Hart’s for years, then Mack’s Prairie Wings until she

retired in 2020. Louise loved spending time with her family and playing with her grandbabies. If she wasn’t doing that, you would find her and David sitting outside cooking on the grill or spending time with friends hanging out at the lake.

Sometimes she would even fish, she loved to catch them “crappies”.

Louise was preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Robbie Jean (Sharp) Bartold.

Louise leaves behind her husband of 35 years, David Nettles; her son, David (Taylor) Nettles; five grandchildren, Kensleey, Logan,

Landon, Hazleey, and Colton Nettles of Beebe; two sisters, Joann Green of Hot Springs, Sharron (Troy) Stallings of Hazen; one niece, JoAnn Demmitt of London, Arkansas; two nephews, Marty Demmitt of Hot Springs and Rick Stallings of Hazen; and brother-inlaw, Michael Nettles of Hazen. Memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 3, 2022 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Hazen. Visitation was from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service.

Arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.

DA Schools to receive more funds

the current district website, Remind, One Call, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram apps.

Thrillshare will allow administrators and staff to share school information on one app which can then be shared on whatever media they choose. It will increase the ways staff, parents, and students can be contacted.

PC EHC celebrates Marie Price’s 100th birthday

Prairie County Extension Homemakers Club members celebrated Ms. Marie Price on her 100th birthday!

There was dancing, cake, punch, and a lot of love for Ms. Marie!

Every year at the Prairie County Fair

Marie Price celebrates a birthday, but this year was extra special.

Not only did she turn 100 but she also continued her years of volunteer service during fair week. Marie has been a dedicated member of Prairie County EHC

since July of 1941. That’s 81 years of Volunteer Service!

Thank you to everyone that helped us celebrate this special lady, we are truly blessed to have her in Prairie County!

Prairie County Sheriff’s Report

By Lisa Mills Herald reporter

The Des Arc School

Board held its monthly meeting on September 26th. At that meeting, Title 1 Coordinator Jamie Eans reported that there has been a large increase in funds this year. She stated that part of the increase is due to a larger number of free/reduced lunch students within the district. “We are currently

at 69.3% but if we can reach 70% it will mean another $209,000,” she said. Title I funds help pay for salaries and benefits for paraprofessional instructors, materials, and other services for Special Education. The funds also pay for extra educational help for students. Eans stated that the services provided with Title 1 funds have helped the district maintain high ratings on the Arkansas “School Report Card”.

The board approved the purchase of a 2018 Blue Bird school bus for $74,900. The bus is in good condition with 50,000 miles.

Superintendent Sherrell stated that buying a new bus would cost well over $100,000 and could take up to 1 ½ years to get so this is the best way to get a good bus now for less money. The bus will be paid for from the enhanced transportation fund which has a balance of over $100,000.

The board also approved the purchase of a tractor from Greenway for $33,871. The tractor will include a trailer, blade, bucket, bush hog, and forklift. Purchasing the tractor will save buying a new mower. It will also eliminate the need to hire someone every time the district has a project requiring special equipment.

The board accepted the retirement resignation of teacher Michelle Calhoun. Resignations were also accepted from bus driver Stephen Mauro and cafeteria and custodial employee Holly Holloway.

Mary Bryan was hired as a long-term substitute elementary librarian, and Savannah Johns was hired as a one-onone Special Education aide. Donna Jean McIntosh was hired as a bus driver. Leigh Garth will also be hired as a bus driver after testing is complete.

Steven Harvey and Johnny Hoop will be hired as substitute custodians after their testing is complete.

The board approved purchasing the Thrillshare App and software from Apptegy software which will replace

Dr. Sherrell stated that he had used the software at Searcy and recommended it. The IEP Committee also strongly recommended the program after researching the information about it.

The startup fee is $5,600 with an annual fee of $7,900. The program will be paid for from the Student Growth Fund.

The board approved the 22-23 tuition agreement with the Sunshine School for special needs students at $12,000 per semester. There are currently three Sunshine School students.

The annual Public School Unemployment Compensation Program Agreement, the 22-23 Minority Recruitment Report, the 21-22 Financial Report, and the 22-23 Budget were all approved.

Attending the meeting were Superintendent Dr. Marc Sherrell, High School Principal B. J. Paschal, Elementary Principal Cheryl Holland, District Treasurer Natasha Richards and board members Billy Hinson, Jordan Smith, Johnny Reidhar, Charlie Brown, T. J. English, Drew Widener and Brent Calhoun.

As of Friday, September 30th, 2022, the Prairie County Sheriff's Department (PCSD) has 50 individuals' felony and/or misdemeanor charges at the Prairie County Detention Center, located in Des Arc.

Shannon Bryan was arrested on Friday September 23 for Possession of a Schedule 2 Controlled Substance with the Purpose to Deliver a Class B Felony

Jordan Payne was arrested on Friday September 23 for Theft

By Receiving a Class C Felony

Adam Castleberry was arrested on Wednesday September 28th for Possession of a Controlled Substance A Class D 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

City of Hazen Public Hearing

There will be a public hearing on October 20, 2022, at 5:15 p.m. at Hazen City Hall. The Hazen Planning Commission will meet for the consideration of changing the zoning classification for the following parcels in the Original Town Addition from C-2 general commercial to R-1 residential classification: Lots 10, 11, and 12 of Block 3 Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Block 4 Lots 1, 2, 3, 10, 11, and 12 of Block 7 Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of Block 8 Interested parties are encouraged to attend this meeting. After the public hearing, the Hazen City Council will meet and hear the recommendation of the planning commission and make a determination.

(Paid $56 by the City of Hazen out of the City General funds.)

Public

Brown Grove Fire Department Gun Raffle

The Brown Grove Fire Department is having a drawing for a 12 Guage Shot Gun on October 31, 2022. You may buy 1 ticket for $5.00 or 5 tickets for $20.00.

Contact Blake @ 870-2555393, Lynn @ 318-422-1537, or Wylon @ 870-516-7262.

week. Residents can also email the sheriff at rick.hickman@prairiecou ntysheriff.org.

Jamie Eans

Grand Prairie DAR promotes literacy in local school districts

By Judi Jones

On Saturday, Sept 17, Grand Prairie Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution held its first meeting of the 2022-23 meeting year at the First Christian Church in Stuttgart. Newly elected Regent Nonnie Carroll presided. Regent Carroll and Regent-Elect Cheryl Vickers presented a program on navigating the NSDAR Website

through Service to America. Also presented was information on American Heritage, and DAR Schools.

In new business, Cheryl Vickers proposed that the chapter initiate a literacy project which would consist of donating funds to the Clarendon-Holly Grove Public Schools for the purchase of books. These books will be presented to the school in honor of past chapter regent Allison Holland,

who is also the DAR Literacy Promotion National Chair. Also in new business were reports by Constitution Week Committee members on the activities which will take place in the upcoming week in Carlisle, Hazen, DeValls Bluff, Biscoe, and Stuttgart in observance of Constitution Week, September 17-23.

Next month's meeting will be held on October 22, at 1:00 pm, at the same location.

Metcalf named 2022 Honorary HHS alumni...

In 2021 the HHS Alumni Association voted to recognize those who are not alumni but who make great contributions to the Hazen School District. This year’s Fall Honorary HHS Alumni Award went to Vernard Metcalf who began his career at the Cleveland Street school as a principal, coach, and teacher. Nine years later he would be at HHS as a math teacher and coach.

He worked at the Hazen School District until 1988. From 1988 to 2008 he worked at the DeValls Bluff School District as a coach and math teacher and two years as a principal. He then finished his career in the Hazen School District in 2012. He has always gone above and beyond in helping his students and fellow teachers.

He is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff with additional studies at Kent State in Ohio. Metcalf and his wife, Alice, have one son, Gregory, two grandsons, Jamelle and Jeremy, great grandsons, Hayden, Karson and Skylar. (Pictured are (l to r): Rick Stallings, Alice Metcalf, Vernard Metcalf, and Alumni President Debbie Carlyle. (Ruth Corley photo.)

Lonoke celebrates its 150th year with Idessa Music and Arts Festival

Lonoke, Ark. – On October 15, 2022, the city of Lonoke, in partnership with the Lonoke Lions Club, will host a

free music and arts festival in downtown Lonoke.

The festival honors Idessa Malone, one of

the first African American women to own a recording label in the country and who has ties to Lonoke. She owned the Staff Record Label in Detroit, MI and was a DJ for a blues show there and later a gospel show on the Lonoke radio station, KWTK. She passed away in 1987 and is buried in Sunset Cemetery in Lonoke.

The Idessa Music and Arts Festival will feature regional blues groups and local gospel singers. The blues groups appearing are Shannon Boshears from Little Rock, Terry “Big T” Williams from Clarksdale, MS, the Billy Gibson Quartet from Memphis, and Griffin and Friends from Northwest Arkansas. The gospel performers include the St. John Praise Team, the First United Methodist Praise Band, and the Harvest Fellowship Praise Band.

The visual arts component of the festival includes street artists with a People’s Choice award, art vendors with a variety of quality, handmade items, and makerspaces where attendees create take home art projects. There is something for children of all ages!

Lonoke Mayor Trae Reed expressed, “I’m excited to see Lonoke stepping up and celebrating Idessa Malone through arts, gospel, & blues. I have a high level of confidence… it will not disappoint.”

Plan to spend a day at the festival.

Makerspaces will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The mainstage opens with gospel performances from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and transitions to blues performances from 4:00pm10:00 p.m. Art vendors will be open from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., and food trucks will be available throughout the day.

More information about the festival and opportunities to sponsor is available on the festival

Clarendon Art teacher, Sue Anne McCoy, accepts classroom supplies from Grand Prairie Chapter DAR Regent Nonnie Carroll.

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By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

The Class 2A No. 1 Hazen Hornets made a road trip to Little Rock on Friday and routed the Baptist Prep Eagles 51-0.

With the win, the Hornets are now 5-0 on the season.

Hazen’s Justin Schlenker scored his team’s first three touchdowns. He caught a 47-yard touchdown pass from Luke King. He scored on a 52yard run then returned a punt 75 yards for a touchdown.

Landon Adkins then caught a 33-yard touchdown pass from King. Braylan Anderson fol-

n in rout

yards and rushed for 32 yards on three carries.

Cameron Johnson led the Hornets with six tackles.

Hazen had 368 yards on only 32 plays. Baptist Prep had only 40 total yards, including minus-17 yards rushing.

“It was efficient,” Hazen coach Joe Besancon said.

“We went over and got it done. We started running the clock in the second quarter.”

Besancon’s team has played only one semi-close game — a 36-12 win over

McCrory. But it wasn’t that close.

“What concerns me is not having to play four quarters of football,” he said.

“I’m a little wary when we actually get into a game where we have to play four quarters. How are we going to react to it? That is concerning for me.”

Hazen hosts the England Lions this Friday at Hornet Field. The Lions are 3-2 after a 43-23 loss to Quitman last Friday.

(Ruth Corley photo.)

D e s A rc E a g l e s ge t s e cond w in

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

After starting the season 0-2, the Des Arc Eagles have now won two in a row to even their record at 2-2 after a 52-16 win over Marianna on Friday night.

Treyvion Reed led the Eagles with 105 yards rushing on five carries.

He rushed for a touchdown, caught a touchdown pass and returned a fumble 95 yards for a score.

Bison run past Wildcats for fifth victory

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

The Carlisle Bison passed their first tough test of the season Friday night, beating Little Rock Episcopal 48-21 at Fred C. Hardke Field.

With the win, Carlisle improves to 5-0 overall and 2-0 in 2A-4 conference play.

The Bison started the game in the Power I formation, jumping out to a 14-0 lead. Jason Sullivan scored on two runs of eight yards each. Peyton Huggins hit the first two of six extra points.

Carlisle pushed the lead to 21-0 as Holden Jones threw a 19-yard touchdown pass to Cory Linz to give the Bison a 21-0 lead.

The Wildcats got on the board on a 37-yard run.

The Bison got that score back and led 28-7 at halftime following a 15yard touchdown run by Sullivan.

Sullivan added his fourth touchdown on a two-yard run in the third quarter as the Bison led 34-7.

Episcopal’s Jack Harbour scored on a 23yard pass from Gray Lee to make the score 34-14.

Sullivan scored this fifth touchdown on a 29yard run in the fourth quarter to make the score 41-14.

Each team scored another touchdown.

Episcopal’s Elijah Mason returned a fumble 20 yards for a touchdown.

Then Carlisle’s Lawson Petrus scored on a 63yard run to account for the final score.

“As explosive as they [Wildcats] could be on offense and as good as they’ve been on defense, it was one that we were anticipating getting started to see how it would go,” Carlisle coach Caleb Shock said. “The boys came out and executed the things we prepared for really well. It turned out good for us.”

The Bison used a running attack to control the clock. One drive in the second quarter lasted more than eight minutes. This is something Bison fans of the past are used to seeing.

“We got under center and went two tight ends

and three running backs,” Shock said. “We pretty much stayed in it the entire game. It’s a good goal line, short yardage package for us. We felt like Episcopal’s offense was explosive enough for us that we

wanted to keep them on the sideline as long as we could.”

Sullivan rushed for 259 yards on 26 carries.

Jones had 51 yards on 15 carries. Kayleb Elliott had 40 yards rushing on 12 carries.

Gavin Richter led the Bison with 10 tackles.

Gabe Boyle, Ben Smith and Luke Petrus had five tackles each.

The Bison host Hampton this Friday at Fred C. Hardke Field. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

Also scoring touchdowns were Jack Kearby, Mason Hogue and Hayden Brown. Cache Flanagan kicked two extra points.

“We took care of business,” Des Arc coach Brandon Barbaree said.

“Marianna is trying to restart its program. Our kids did what they were supposed to do. It was 520. Then they scored twice, which is fine. It kind of gets us on a roll for the

rest of the conference season.”

Des Arc did not play in Week 0 then lost to Hazen and Carlisle in consecutive games. Sandwiched in between was a cancellation with Bald Knob because of severe weather.

In those two losses, Des Arc was outscored 94-0.

Everybody know that momentum is a big deal in sports,” Barbaree said.

“You play Hazen, which is probably the No. 1 team in Class 2A. Then you don’t play a game then you play Carlisle, which is improved. They are real physical. Our kids did not match that at the time.

“Getting on a roll and having some success and knowing you can win these games is important. And you’ll have a chance in the conference.”

Des Arc hosts Marked Tree this Friday. The Indians are 5-0, having beat Earle 34-18 last Friday.

lowed with a 20-yard touchdown run. Kolton Tosh scored on a 30-yard run. Josh Dawson ended

the scoring with a 10-yard run.

King completed 10 of 15 passes for 208 yards and

three touchdowns. Tosh caught caught seven passes for 90 yards. Adkins caught two passes for 56

The Carlisle Bison offense runs a play during their win over Little Rock Episcopal on Friday night. (Brenda Foster photo)

Rice mills donate food

The Arkansas rice industry donated 214,900 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Foodbank in honor of National Rice Month. The donation from seven mills will provide over 1.6 million servings of rice to help feed families, children, and seniors all across the state.

Participating rice mills are Arkansas River Rice of Pine Bluff, Farmers Granary, Inc. of McCrory, Producers Rice Mill of Stuttgart, Ralston Family Farms of Atkins, Riceland Foods, Inc. of Stuttgart, Specialty Rice, Inc. of Brinkley, and Windmill Rice Company of Jonesboro.

"Arkansas rice farmers grow over 50% of the nation’s total crop and will produce rice on approximately 1.1 million acres this year in over 40 counties, many of which are served by the Arkansas Foodbank,” said Arkansas Rice Executive Director Kelly Robbins.

Arkansas ranks second in the nation for food-insecurity. One in five children do not know where their next meal will come from. This rice donation will go directly to agency partners and will fill shelves at food pantries for families in need.

“Arkansas rice farmers play a crucial role in the fight against hunger. We’re so grateful for their continued partnership and support as we provide nutritious food to Arkansans facing food insecurity,” said Arkansas Foodbank CEO Rhonda Sanders. “This record-setting donation will be distributed between the five other Feeding America food banks in our state who are working to provide food to our neighbors: River Valley Regional Food Bank in Fort Smith; Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas in Jonesboro; Harvest Regional Food Bank in Texarkana; Arkansas Foodbank in Little Rock; and Northwest Arkansas Food Bank in Springdale.”

Rules of the Game

on Thursday.

3. To enter, clip out the entry blank and pick the team you think will win from the games listed in each ad. Write the name of the team in the appropriate blank. If you think the game will end in a tie, write “tie” in the blank. For the 21st game, pick a winner and predict a total number of points scored in the game. Total point predictions will be used as a tie-breaker if two or more entries correctly guess the same number of winners. The entry with the most correct game winner predictions wins the $25 cash prize. If a tie still exists after the total point predictions are judged, the prize money will be divided.

4. Each entry must be filled out completely and legibly to be eligible.

5. Contestants who win will not be eligible for the following week’s contest.

6. Only the person whose name appears on the winning entry may claim the prize unless other arrangements have been made and agreed to by the Herald Publishing Company.

7. All entries become the property of the Herald Publishing Company and will not be returned.

8. The name of the winner of each week’s contest will be announced in the following week’s edition of The Grand Prairie Herald

9. All decisions of the judges will be final.

10. Only two entries per household will be judged.

11. Occasionally, game schedules are changed after the contest games have been selected. If this week’s line-up does not correspond to the games being played, the game or games in question will be voided and the contest will be judged on the basis of the remaining games.

CDL DRIVERS

The Des Arc School District is seeking cafeteria and custodial substitutes for the 20222023 school year. Applicants should be able to stand on their feet for the duration of the day, as well as lift

up to 50 lbs as needed. Positions could potentially transition to fulltime employment. If interested, applications can be picked up in the Superintendent's office or accessed on the school website. (9-28-22 2tc)

THE CITY OF DES ARC IS CURRENTLY TAKING SEALED BIDS FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE ROOF ON THE WATER PLANT. SEALED BIDS MUST BE TURNED IN TO CITY HALL AT 107 S 3RD STREET IN DES ARC BY NOON ON OCTOBER 18, 2022. BIDS WILL BE OPENED DURING THE COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 PM. TO VIEW THE WATER PLANT OR REQUEST SPECS, PLEASE CONTACT BRENDON KEATHLEY AT (870) 256-5417 OR CITY HALL AT (870) 256-4316.

Billy’s Body Shop & Wrecker Service. P. O. Box 696, Hazen Ark 72064.

To whom it may concern: A Superior Forrest Road Vin #44X4TSVV29JLO34396 is located at 1203 Hwy 70 East, Hazen Arkansas 72064. The vehicle is stored at P.O. Box 696 Hazen Ar. Phone 870-2554922 and is accruing storage as a legal liability of the owner. The wrecker company

claims a first priority possession lien on the vehicle and its contents for all charges. Unless the vehicle is claimed within 45 days the owner and/or lien holder waives all rights, title, and interest in the vehicle and its contents and consents to the sale of the vehicle. The vehicle will then be sold for towing and storage fees.

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School safety updates at Hazen School District

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Police Department, our S.R.O. Teddy Walker (pictured), the administration and the school board

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these updates. Visitors are now required to ring the doorbell, look in the camera, and speak to office personnel before they will be allowed into the building.

GP Festival of Arts holds reception for winners

By Marsha Heien

On October 4th the Grand Prairie Arts Council held a reception at the Arts Center of the Grand Prairie to recognize the participants in the Visual Arts Category. And present awards to the winners.

The reception was from 5:00 – 6:30 and was open to the public. The exhibit will run from October 3rd – October 27th, and is open to the public and groups by calling the center at 870-673-1781 and or by email at artscenter001@gmail.com to schedule your visit.

This year’s entries include artists from around the state and represent a diverse selection of art mediums.

BEST OF SHOW ADULT “Singing the Praises” Richard Davies

BEST OF SHOW –

CHILDREN/YOUTH “Uno Color” Kathryn Abel

ABSTRACT

First Place – “Till the Love Runs Out” Monica Petter

Second Place – “Flow Blue Flower” Michelle Moritz Coats Third Place – “Collage” Aline McCracken

Honorable Mention –

“Double Crossed” Monica Petter

LANDSCAPE

First Place – “Hot Springs Landscape” Melvin Rice

Second Place – “Cooks Barn” Greg Reed

Third Place – “The Gators Waters” Daniel Haynes

Honorable Mention –“By the Lake” Richard Davies

STILL LIFE First Place – “Still Life #1” Melvin Rice

Second Place –“Summer Feast” Claudia Spainhour

Third Place – “Bottles” Richard Davies

Honorable Mention –“Blueberries and Limes” Jane Bonday Bracken PORTRAIT

First Place – “Claudean Bethell” Daniel Hayes Second Place –“Portrait #2” Melvin Rice

Third Place – “Seppe 2021” Kay Reed

Honorable Mention –“Toons with a Hat” Claudia Spainhour

ANIMAL SUBJECTS

First Place – “Strange Encounter” Kay Sparks

Second Place – “Fleece” Jane B. Brackin

Third Place – “And They’re Off” Richard Davies Honorable Mention –“Rimrock Massacre

“Kay Sparks SCULPTURE

First Place – “Distant Challenge” Alan Gibbs

Second Place –“Warloth” Alan Gibbs

Third Place – “Bishop” Aline McCracken

CHILDRENDRAWING

First Place – “Windy Days” Blakelynn Webb

Second Place – “Gizmo” Karlee Morris

Third Place – “Sally Cellphone”

Hazen