November 1, 2023 edition

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The Hornets and Bison win again. (See page 6.)

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Community Calendar of Events Hazen Senior Center opens daily from 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday October 31 Hazen’s Trunk or Treat Front Street 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Friday November 3 Carlisle Bison @ Hazen Hornets 7:00 p.m.

Des Arc Eagles vs McCrory 7:00 p.m.

Eagle Field

45th annual Rice Festival held in Hazen...

Hazen’s 45th annual Grand Prairie Rice Festival was held indoors on Saturday, October 28, due to pouring rain all day. That didn’t dampen spirits, however. Vendors and attendees braved the weather and turned out in large numbers. A few activities were cancelled, and there was no entertainment this year. You’ll find this year’s Rice Edition with more pictures inside this edition.

(Pictures by Ruth Corley and Nathaniel Bradow.)

Hazen School Board sees progress in Report to the Public Superintendent Andy Barnett presented the annual Report to the Public to the Hazen School Board on Monday, October 16. All board members were present at the meeting along with several other people attending.

D the year before. The elementary school showed growth in Math, English, and Science scores.

The district operating fund showed a beginning balance of just over $1 million, and expected total revenues at

Saturday November 4 Christmas on the River Pageant at 10:00 a.m.

Meet Miss Arkansas Carriage rides, Santa, and music Monday November 6 Carlisle School Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Biscoe EHC Meeting Biscoe Baptist Church 10:30 a.m.

Tuesday November 7 Master Gardeners’ Meeting Noon PC Fair Grounds

Michael Bowman Barnett reported that 527 students attend the district with 41% being female and 59% being male. Of those students, approximately 71% receive free or reduced lunches. There are 85 total people on staff with 25 certified staff and 16 classified staff in the elementary school and 22 certified and 7 classified staff in the high school.

Both schools are accredited, and the State School Report Card lists the ESSA accountability letter grades for both schools as a C. This is up for the elementary school, which received a

approximately $5 million. Most of the district funding goes to salaries and benefits. Special education takes up the next largest amount at $439,077, debt payment at $355,185, transportation at $183,202, and instructional support at $114,000. The district receives $643,722 in federal funds.

In regular business, the board heard the reading of the winning Peace Week essays presented

by Cammie Perry and Michael Bowman. Perry was a state finalist in the 7th grade competition, and Bowman placed second in the 9th

grade competition.

The high school’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) group asked the board to pay for van rental and fuel costs for their trip to the FFA National Convention in Indianapolis, IN, which they will be attending from October 30 through November 4. The board approved the expense.

The board also approved a legal transfer of a student from the Stuttgart School District, and approved the annual Equity Compliance Plan for 2023-24. The board also approved the purchase of Virtual Arkansas CTE/Concurrent Credit classes from the Arch Ford Cooperative Education Service.

There was a discussion of Facilities Master Plan and Partnership Project grant funds for the building of an agriculture building for the high school, which was in the original milleage plan that was passed several years ago but was never built.

Presently, the district cannot receive a partnership grant due to too much elementary classroom space per student.

The next deadline is next March, and Barrett said that another plan will be submitted that is more specific. If the grant is approved, it will cover 40% of the building cost. No decision was made at this time.

Personnel Policies Committee Chairperson Susan Booth asked the board to consider a change in the personnel policies that would allow employees to

count leaving one hour or less before the last bell as “early leave.”

Four early leaves would be equal to one half day of personal leave.

Presently, a teacher is docked for half a day, no matter how close to the end of the day they leave. The board tabled the decision until next month.

Barrett reported that the replacement of the old gym roof has begun.

He also reported that the floor in the new gym had been water damaged during a recent beauty pageant held there. The event was sponsored by the Hazen Chamber of Commerce.

Barrett said that the floor will need to be

that Career Tech students would be attending the state fair for classes and meetings, that the seniors would be going to Beebe for Career Day, and that the juniors and seniors would be attending a STEM show on Saturday. The elementary students have a trip to the pumpkin patch planned.

After an executive session after which no action was taken, the board approved the resignation of High School Teacher Richard Hutson, and the hiring of Robert Hoover as a high school teacher.

Faith Snider was hired as a school custodian, and Lisa Prince was

Cammie Perry refinished. The insurance company has been contacted, and the Chamber of Commerce has agreed to look into its Rice Festival liability insurance.

High School Principal Amy Marek announced

hired as the district’s business manager/Chief Financial Officer.

The next regular monthly school board meeting will be held on Monday, November 13, in the high school library at 6:00 p.m.

Community events are brought to you by the Hazen Chamber of Commerce and the

DAHS band in state contest...

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The Des Arc Eagle Band earned a spot in this year's State Marching Contest by earning an Excellent Rating (Division 2) on October 24th in Cabot. The Band will now travel to War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock on Nov. 1st to compete for the 2A State title. Pictured are the senior band members with the trophy.

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Jesse Barnhill Sr. Jesse Barnhill Sr., Age 79 of DeValls Bluff, went to be with our Lord and Savior on October 24, 2023.

He was retired from Riceland Foods and was a volunteer firefighter for the DeValls Bluff Fire Department. He was preceded in death by his father Almond Curtis Barnhill, mother Nellie Barnhill, two brothers Morris and Daniel Barnhill and a grandson Jordan Barnhill Sr. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Vivian Barnhill, his children Kim (Troy) Weatherley of Roe, Jesse (Angela) Barnhill Jr of Hazen, and Amy Ferebee of DeValls Bluff, two brothers John (Patricia) Barnhill and Lester (Bev) Barnhill both of Michigan, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many great friends.

Jesse loved to fish, watch ballgames and play poker with his friends. He loved his friends and family with everything he had.

He never met a stranger, to know him was to love him and he will be deeply missed.

A memorial will be held at a later date.

Billy R. Scroggins Billy R. Scroggins, 69, of Hazen, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 23, 2023 from a massive stroke at St. Vincent’s N o r t h

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Hospital. This loss was completely unexpected, leaving his daughter and friends shocked and deeply saddened.

Billy was born October 30, 1953 to Nellie and Delbert Scroggins in Stockton, California. He was the only boy and youngest of his six other siblings. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Debra Holyfield Scroggins; his infant daughter, Angel, and son, Michael. Billy leaves behind his daughter, Jennifer Berry; grandchildren, Jacob and Gracen Scroggins, his beloved and loyal dog, Angel and two sisters, Louise and Mary.

Billy was a jack of all trades, be he took great pride in being a heavy equipment operator. After Billy retired, he could be found helping anyone or trying to find a get rich scheme. His laughter and tall tales will be greatly missed.

Claudia Lorraine Martin Doepel Claudia Lorraine Martin Doepel, of Ulm, Arkansas, Age 88, p a s s e d a w a y October 23, 2023.

Lorraine was born May 13, 1935 near DeValls Bluff, Arkansas to Cliff Martin and Phebia Gibbs Martin Griffith. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Ulm where she served as church secretary for 40 years before retiring. Lorraine also worked for the Town of Ulm as City/Court Clerk, recorder/treasurer from 1982 – 2015 when she retired. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Doepel; Parents; an infant sister, Julie Martin; one brother James Orville Martin and her grandparents.

Lorraine is survived by her children, 3 sons, Kenny Doepel of Ulm,

Tim (Teresa) Doepel of DeValls Bluff, Dennis (Vera) Doepel of Ulm and one daughter, Rita (Randy) Booker of Clarendon, one step-sister, Florence (Jimmy) Herrod of Pine Bluff. Six Grandchildren; Heather (Matt) Spoon, Derek (Carmen) Doepel of DeValls Bluff; Brent (Sarah) Smith of Stuttgart, Craig (Amber) Doepel of Ulm, Adam Smith of Biscoe, Kayla (Evan) Frazier of Brinkley.

11 GreatGrandchildren; Lauren, Bailey, and Nathan Spoon, Brooklyn and Jaxson Smith, Harper Doepel of DeValls Bluff; Ember and Blair Smith of Stuttgart; Halleigh and Liam Doepel of Ulm; Myles Frazier of Brinkley.

Funeral service were held on October 25, 2023 at 11:00AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Ulm, Visitation prior to service at 10:00AM. Interment was held at Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Ulm. Arrangements made by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen, Arkansas.

Joyce Eddins Jones Joyce Eddins Jones, 97, died October 19, 2023, in Rochester, Michigan. She was born in Prairie Co u n t y June 3, 1926 and grew up in the Oak Prairie Community.

She graduated from Des Arc High School and married Clifford Jones of the same community right after World War II. They moved to Detroit where Clifford worked for General Motors for more than 40 years. After retirement they traveled the entire United States in a motor home. Their three sons scattered across the country: Sam to Florida and Hawaii, Keith to Seattle, WA and

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Jeff remained in the Detroit area giving them ample traveling destinations. Later they settled at Lakeview, AR near Mountain Home and Arkansas relatives.

However, in their later years they returned to Michigan.

Joyce is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years Clifford, son Keith and her parents Russell and Allie Mae (Keltner) Eddins. She is also the last surviving sibling in her family. Her sisters Hazel (Eddins) Sample of Biscoe, Nettie (Eddins) Minton of Stuttgart, Quilly (Eddins) Stallings of Jacksonville and Dot (Eddins) Schroeder of Carlise and two brothers Ralph Eddins of Stuttgart and Troy Ben Eddins of El Dorado all preceded her in death.

She is survived by her

Rochester, MI and Katie Jones of Buffalo, NY. She is buried in the Columbarium with her husband at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, MI.

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The Maple Anna, a 21 foot long, 10 foot tall pirate ship was built in the dining room of Maple Healthcare for all to enjoy. ‘Tis the season!

Hazen has new gas company, approves water repairs The Hazen City Council met on October 26, 2023, with Council Members Tim Juola, Barbara Rogers, Larry Anthony, Dallas Taylor, and Steve Chlapecka present.

Mayor David Hardke reported that the new natural gas purchase contract with WoodRiver, LLC was reviewed by an attorney and completed.

WoodRiver will be the new gas provider for the city beginning on November 1.

The K. J. Parker Construction Company has been chosen to replace the wastewater screen for a total of $88,895. ETI Services of Malvern put in the lowest bid for the filter media replacement in the water treatment plant filter beds numbers 3 and 4, including the removal and replacement of the existing filter underdrain in number 4.

McClelland Consulting Engineers will review the $106,391 bid for compliance with the requirements.

The mayor also reported that he had met with the White River Irrigation District has contacted the city regarding the property at the municipal airport.

The details of the offer and acceptance of the request for an easement are being studied. The easement will cover approximately 52 acres, and an offer of $5608.17 per acre has been given.

The street overlay program has begun, with work on the turn-ins being done first, followed by the paving of the straightaways. It has been decided to overlay Tilden Street by the football field, rather than

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Possible amendments to Ordinance 468 concerning pit bulls and other vicious dogs are not yet ready for consideration.

Presently, seven dogs are being housed at the dog shelter, six of which are pitbull mix. The city is working with a pitbull rescue group to see what can be done to deal with the dogs at the shelter.

Hardke said that the city is making efforts to get residents to comply with the city code on the condition of real property within the city limits. A letter will be sent to residents whose property maintenance does not meet city requirements.

This includes abandoned vehicles on premises and the mowing of ditches to allow water to flow through them. Hardke said that a warning ticket will be given to the resident, followed by fines if the problems are not fixed. “We’re trying to be fair,” Hardke said, but he added that “it’s not a pleasant task.”

The insurance renewal on all of the city’s properties were more than anticipated, Hardke said.

The city will be asking for a quote from the Municipal League to see if a lower cost can be found.

He added that the third quarter budget showed no problems.

In departmental reports, Police Chief Bradley Taylor said that $211,266 in seized money had been received from

the federal government.

He said that since his department has had problems with its cameras, some of that money may be used to purchase new camera equipment.

He wants to purchase cameras that will allow the department to watch the video immediately.

Utilities Department Manager Chad Swaim said that the stage at City Park East had been repaired and painted, and that other groundwork had been done to prepare for the annual Rice Festival. The number of water leaks found by the department is going down, but one main had recently been found leaking and was repaired. Two sewer taps have been repaired.

Trenching equipment will be used to lay wire to provide lights for the city park for the annual luminary event.

Fire Chief Seth Skarda reported no grass fires, one auto wreck, and eight first responder runs for the month.

Hardke gave the library’s third quarter report for April Highfill.

The library had a total income of $6,750 and total expenses of $3,383.78. Forty seven children’s programs were presented during the quarter and nine adult programs. The number of children participating in the library’s programs was 373, and the number of participating adults was 90.

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DASD presents Report to the Public

By Lisa Mills Before the School Board meeting on October 23rd, the Annual Report to the Public was presented. Superintendent Marc Sherrell presented the district report stating a total enrollment of 640 students in Pre-K through 12th grades.

The free and reduced lunch poverty rate is 71.1%.

There is over four million dollars in the building fund.

The district is rated 34th in the state.

Sherrell said the challenges being faced district wide are students being college and career ready after graduation, attendance rate, continuing to improve test scores, and integrating struggling students from move-ins and school choice to catch up. He said that the district’s strengths are continuing to maintain a high overall rate in the state and co-op, enrollment growth, great dedicated teachers and support staff, parental involvement, community support, and school pride.

High School Principal B. J. Paschal presented the High School Report.

The high school dropped from an “A” to a “B” on the state report card, due to a 4-point drop.

Paschal said, “even

though a “B” is still great, we want to get that “A” back, so I have met with the staff, and we are going to be working hard to get there.

One thing we are doing is adding more available times, like before school, lunch, after school and any other times possible for tutoring for students who need it.” The high school is still ranked number one out of the 17 schools in the Wilbur D. Mills co-op.

Test scores show improvement in English in all grades and above state average in all subjects in all grades. The ACT scores for 11th grade are up in all areas.

Positives include a dedicated, caring staff, the College and Career Readiness class added this year, the EAST class added last year, community service participation, parental support, community support, and school pride.

In the absence of Elementary Principal Cheryl Holland, Superintendent Sherrell presented the Elementary School Report. The elementary school also dropped from an “A” to a “B” rating on the state report card.

The elementary school remains number one out of the 17 schools in the Wilbur D. Mills co-op.

The staff includes 54

licensed staff, 38 classified staff, and two parttime interventionists.

Sherrell said that aides work very closely with teachers to determine and assist students that need extra help and make sure that all students get what they need to succeed.

Positives include a great, caring, and supportive staff, school pride, parental involvement, community support, and school pride.

Programs and projects include 23 students in the Gifted and Talented program for 4th-6th graders, the backpack food program (46 students), clothes closet, PALS Parent group, Breakfast and Lunch with parents and grandparents, and DaddyDaughter dance.

At the October 23rd School Board meeting held directly after the report to the public, the board approved beginning some work projects.

The first project is to replace the flooring at the Superintendent’s house.

Superintendent Sherrell provided a quote from White River Flooring for $10,079. He said that insurance will pay after the $5,000 deductible. The board approved a motion to accept the quote and begin work.

Another project

approved is to work on the bathrooms at the elementary school. The bathrooms that are all on one line have been backing up quite often.

Superintendent Sherrell said that they had a camera run through and no blockages were found so the possible problem may be the old pipe. He suggested that for now, the pipe be flushed out on a regular basis, and if the problem continues, the pipe will have to be replaced.

The board agreed that this is the best plan. The board approved accepting bids for work on the concession stand and bathrooms at the football field.

The board accepted the resignation of bus driver, Leigh Garth.

Caroline Brown was hired as a long-term substitute for the first grade.

Superintendent Sherrell reported that 20 students had been drug tested and they were all n e g a t i v e .

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

Des Arc High School EAST students, including the logo designer, Kyra Hughes, with Council Person Gail King, Mayor Roger Scott, EAST teacher Ali Cox, and Council Person Judy Burnett.

EAST students design DA logo City Council Member, Gail King, proposed that the Des Arc High School's EAST classes work to create a design for the City of Des Arc to use as a logo.

Students in almost every class jumped in and designed a variety of logos to use.

EAST is a student led program that gets kids involved in community projects and solving real problems.

Students select their own problems to solve and work all year to create a solution using problem solving, community partners, and sophisticated technology.

After meeting with their community part-

Prairie County Election Commission

-NotificationHazen Annual School Election November 14, 2023

Correction

Early Voting Nov. 6, 2023 to Nov.13, 2023 Voters wishing to cast an early voting ballot can do so beginning on Monday, November 6, 2023. Voting hours are from 8 AM until 4:30 PM at the Des Arc and DeVall’s Bluff Courthouses. The last day for casting an early voting ballot will end on Monday, November 13, 2023 at 4:30 PM. Early Voting and Absentee Ballot tabulation will begin at 3 PM in the County Clerk’s office at the Des Arc Courthouse on November 14, 2023.

Regular Voting Day

HHS seniors at college fair...

The HHS Seniors had a great time learning about college and career opportunities at the College and Career Fair held at ASU Beebe.

Nov. 14, 2023 Polls will open at 7:30 AM and close at 7:30 PM Polling Site: Hazen Community Center Hazen School District, Zone 1 (At Large) Sarah (Ellen) Lisko Chad Greenwalt Hazen School District No. 2 33.83 Total Mills Tax The total rate proposed above includes the uniform tax rate (the “Statewide Uniform”) Rate to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replace a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by the School District and available to maintenance and operations of schools in the district. The total proposed school tax levy of 33.83 Mills included 26.43 Mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operations, and 7.4 Mills voted for debt services previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The surplus revenues produced each year by the debt service millage may be used by the district for other school purposes. The total proposed school tax levy of 33.83 Mills represents the same rate presently collected.

ner, they researched EAST programs that have completed similar projects. They found out Rison School District completed a project with their city to make a logo too. They talked with them and learned from their experiences.

The students' logo drafts were presented to the City Council and a plan was made to use an idea from one of the students. That draft was used as inspiration to create a logo that the city will use on our website, social media, letterhead, and other correspondence.

The City of Des Arc is very grateful for the Des Arc High School EAST Program, their teacher, Ali Cox, and the student who created the final logo, Kyra Hughes, for working so hard to design this logo for them.

In last week’s Prairie County Quorum Court story, it was stated that Justice Gary King had heard about problems in the county assessor’s office. King says that the problem was not with the assessor, but with the people going into the office causing issues.

The Herald apologizes for the misunderstanding.

Prairie County Election Commission

-NotificationDes Arc School District Annual School Election

Nov.14, 2023 Early Voting Nov. 6, 2023 to Nov. 13, 2023 Voters wishing to cast an early voting ballot may do so beginning on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023.Hours 8 AM till 4:30PM at the Des Arc Courthouse.

The last day for casting an early voting ballot will end on Monday, Nov.13, 2023 at 4:30PM. Early Voting and Absentee Ballot tabulation will begin at 3 PM in the County Clerk’s office at the Des Arc Courthouse on Nov. 14, 2023.

Des Arc School District 35.8 Total Mills Tax

A list of election officials working the Nov.14, 2023 Hazen School District Annual School Election will be posted on Oct. 31, 2023 in the Prairie County Clerk’s office in Des Arc and DeValls Bluff. If there is any objection to a poll worker, a complaint must be filed within 10 days of the posting to the Prairie County Election Commission.

The total rate proposed above includes the uniform tax rate (the “Statewide Uniform Rate”) to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by the School District and available to maintenance and operations of schools in the District. The total proposed school tax levy of 35.8 Mills included 25.0 Mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operation and 10.8 Mills voted for debt services previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be used by the District for other school purposes. The total proposed school tax levy of 35.8 Mills represents the same rate presently collected.

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After the polls close, the precinct ballots will be tabulated at the Prairie County Courthouse in Des Arc. The Prairie County Election Commission, along with the Prairie County Clerk’s office, will tabulate the unofficial results from the voting machines. The Prairie County Election Commission will certify the official results within 15 days after the election to the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office.

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Total Points ________

21. Barton vs Camden Harmony Grove

ARMCHAIR QUARTERBACK FOOTBALL CONTEST P.O. Box 370•111 Hwy 70 E•Hazen, AR 72064 Name: ________________________________________

SUPPORT THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES

Address: _____________________ Phone: __________ City: ___________________ State & Zip: __________

20. Newport vs Perryville

GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF OUR GRAND PRAIRIE FOOTBALL TEAMS!!!

Senator Ron Caldwell

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Vin Number 1G1ZH57B59F170068 To Whom it May Concern.

2009 Chevy Malibu White The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on July 15 , 2023 per request of the Police Department and was towed to storage lot of 801 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $250.00. The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $130.00 for the processing of the lien, the processing of a stolen vehicle report by our Police Department and the processing of certified letters sent to the owner and lien holder (if any) via mail.

The above mounts do not reflect the 11% tax that is due upon releasing the vehicle. Tower storage & administrative costs are accuring daily as legal lia-

bility of the owner, Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority lien on the said vehicle and its contents 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 within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and the lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle.

To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, and provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.

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VIN#IGTEC19T64Z258623 May it Whom To Concern. 2004 White GMC Sierra The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on October 14 , 2023 per request of the Police Department and was towed to storage lot of 801 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $250.00. The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $130.00 for the processing of the lien, the processing of a stolen vehicle report by our Police Department and the processing of certified letters sent to the owner and lien holder (if any) via mail. The above mounts do not reflect the 11% tax that is due upon releasing the vehicle.

Tower storage & administrative costs are accuring daily as legal liability of

Rick’s owner, the Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority lien on the said vehicle and its contents 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 within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and the lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle.

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To Whom It May Concern a 2005 Blue Suzuki VIN#JSIVS56A952103002 The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on October 17, 2023 per request of the Hazen Police Department and was towed to storage lot of 801 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $250.00. The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $130.00 for the processing of the lien, the processing of a stolen vehicle report by our Police Department and the processing of certified letters sent to the owner and lien holder (if any) via mail. The above mounts do not reflect the 11% tax that is due upon releasing the vehicle.

Tower storage & administrative costs are accuring daily as legal liability of

the owner, Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority lien on the said vehicle and its contents 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 within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and the lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle.

To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, and provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.

Please contact us immediately at 870-255-3305 if you wish to pick up the above-mentioned vehicle.

Rick Wiggins, Owner Rick’s Automotive and Wrecker Service.

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Bison rally past England Lions sets up showdown with Hornets

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Carlisle Bison rallied from a 26-14 halftime deficit to beat England 35-26 on Friday night, setting up a 2A-4 championship game with Hazen this Friday.

The Bison are now 8-1 overall and 4-0 in league play.

The Hornets have the same record.

In Friday’s win over England, the Bison scored two second-half touchdowns to get the win.

Carlisle quarterback Holden Jones completed 7 of 15 passes for 108 yards and a touchdown.

Kayleb Elliott rushed for 123 yards and three

touchdowns on 23 carries.

Gavin Davis caught two passes for 78 yards and a touchdown.

Gabe Boyle led the Bison with 10 tackles.

Gavin Richter had two interceptions.

Isaiah Powell had one.

Jimmy Cham kicked five extra points.

“You’ve got to give a lot of credit to England,” Carlisle coach Gary Wilson said.

“They played really well in the first half, and took it to us. We did not play well at all. I think our kids will tell you that it was the worst we’ve played all year.”

Wilson said he can tell the players not to look past an opponent towards playing Hazen.

“But they are

teenagers,” he said.

“They knew what was coming up after England. That probably had something to do with it.”

A year ago, Carlisle and Hazen played twice — once for the conference title and once for the state title. Hazen won both games.

“I think we need to try to lean on our offensive line and our run game,” Wilson said of the Hazen game. “We’re going to have to complete some passes. We’ve got guys at the receiver spots that we’ve got to get the ball to because they can do some special things.”

Kickoff at Hazen on Friday is 7 p.m.

Eagles suffer loss to EPC

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Des Arc Eagles have some work to do to make the Class 2A state playoffs after a 30-16 loss to East Poinsett County on Friday night.

The Eagles are 4-2 in the

2A-3 conference. They are currently tied with McCrory for fourth place.

If the Eagles lose to the Jaguars this Thursday and Cross County beats Earle then Des Arc would be left at home.

In the loss to EPC, Des

Arc trailed 22-8 at halftime.

Gabe Berry led the Eagles with 84 yards rushing and a touchdown on 17 carries. Cole Eldridge caught a 20-yard touchdown pass from Cache Flanagan. Dayvion Bell scored both two-point conversions.

“We just couldn’t get them off the field,” Des Arc coach Brandon Barbaree said. “They scored right at the end to make it a two-score game.

Their running back [Dennis Gaines] kept grinding us. We just couldn’t get him off the field.”

Gaines finished with 198 yards on 24 carries. He also scored two touchdowns, including the game-clinching one in the fourth quarter.

Des Arc hosts McCrory this Thursday at home.

“We’ve got to win this week,” Barbaree said. “If we win this week, we’ve got a chance to be a two seed, but we just have to win.”

Hornets hold off pesky Bearden Bears

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Hazen Hornets played a tough Bearden team Friday night and came away with a 30-12 win, setting up the 2A-4 championship game against the Calrisle Bison this Friday at Hornet Field.

“I don’t know if we were looking past Bearden, but we did not play very well,” Hazen coach Joe Besancon said. “We just never really got in a good rhythm offensively.

They were loading the box and brining people.

I feel like we got a little bit frustrated. When you get a little frustrated, you can’t think right.

We kind of got going a little bit in the latter part of the third quarter and were able to score some points in the fourth quarter.

“It just wasn’t a good, clean game for us. We seemed flat.”

Besancon said Bearden is better this year than it was a year ago.

They’ve also moved up some ninth graders who are making a difference.

“We’re definitely going to have to play a whole lot better this week.”

Hazen’s Braylan Anderson rushed for 110 yards on 10 carries. He scored touchdowns on runs of 34 and seven yards.

Kolton Tosh rushed for 76 yards on seven carries. He also scored on a 12-yard run.

He caught one pass for 30 yards.

Justin Schlenker rushed for 39 yards on seven carries.

He also caught two passes for 51 yards.

Besancon said it’s exciting to play Carlisle for the conference title.

“You want to have a chance to play for a conference championship,” he said.

Carlisle FCCLA seeks donations

Carlisle FCCLA members Taylor Lenderman, Maggie Brown, and MaKinnley Cook will be competing in Region 4 STAR Events on November 16.

Their Chapter Service Project is supporting the Carlisle Animal Shelter.

They’ve been making dog chew toys and have organized a donation drive. There’s always a need for supplies.

The students are collecting dog and cat food, puppy chow, toys, water bowls, dog shampoo, flea treatment, and treats. Donations can be brought to Carlisle High School.

The Carlisle FCCLA sponsor is Shea Wilson.