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Two men under arrest after bomb materials found

Thursday November 15 Hazen Public Library Book Club/Recipe Swap 11:00am - 1:00pm Hazen City Council Meeting City Hall 6:00pm - 7:00pm Des Arc Elementary Progress Reports go Home with Students Friday November 16 Hazen Hornets VS Gurdon 2nd Round of High School Playoffs Hornet Field 7:00pm Des Arc Eagles VS Mountain Pine 2nd Round of High School Playoffs Mountain Pine Field 7:00pm Monday November 19-23 Thanksgiving Holidays for Hazen & Des Arc School District Tuesday November 20 PC Master Gardeners Meeting BancorpSouth 6:00pm - 7:00pm Thursday November 22 Thanksgiving Day Monday November 26 Hazen School Board Meeting High School Librbary 6:00pm Thursday November 29 Commodities Handed out at Hazen First United Church 10:00am - 12:00pm Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and the

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Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Alex Huffstickler Two men were arrested by the Des Arc Police Department on Wednesday, November 7, on explosives and drug paraphernalia charges after a routine parole visit conducted at a residence on South 7th Street in Des Arc uncovered materials related to the making of pipe bombs.

The suspects, Seth Kidwell and Alex Huffstickler are being held in the Prairie County jail.

When officers entered the residence on at approximately 3:00 p.m, they saw several dangerous objects in plain view, according to Des Arc Police Chief Rick Parson, and after arresting the two men, the officers called Arkansas Tobacco

Seth Kidwell and Firearms Department and the Arkansas State Police bomb disposal squad to assist with the investigation and dispose of any dangerous items.

Parson told the Herald that dangerous materials appearing to be pipe bombs were found in the house and removed. The case in now under state investigation.

Bench warrants were issued for Kidwell and Huffstickler on November 9, 2018. Kidwell is being held on a $250,000 bond, and Huffstickler is being held on a $50,000 bond.

A court date has been set for Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at the Northern District Circuit in Des Arc.

County to hold runoff elections County to hold runoff elections Prairie County will hold two runoff elections on December 4 to decide the mayor of DeValls Bluff and the White River Ward III City Council position in Des Arc. Thelma Gray and Brooks Castleberry were the two candidates in the DeValls Bluff race, with Gray receiving 78 votes and Castleberry receiving 47 votes. J. W. Thompson,

the third candidate in the race, received 59 votes, enough to force the runoff.

The Des Arc Ward 3 Position 1 Alderman runoff will be between Janice Huffstickler and Gary Burnett.

Huffstickler received 250 votes and Burnett received 210 votes. The third candidate in that race was Ronald Eans.

The general election runoff voting for these two positions will be held

Annual Prairie County 4-H H Achievement Banquet held

by Shea Wilson Prairie County Extension Agent – FCS/4-H The annual Prairie County 4-H Achievement Banquet was held Monday, November 5, 2018 at the Prairie County Fairgrounds.

cious taco bar dinner.

Angela Hoover provided entertainment to the crowd with her performance of the song “Lost Boy.” After dinner, Aleigha introduced the county Extension agents and Prairie County Judge Mike Skarda.

The

Cloverbuds: Brietyn Burgess – Food Preparation Braylee Burgess – Arts and Humanities Weston Hare – Technology and Engineering Addie Carroll – Health and Fitness

County Record Book winners – Addie Carroll, Karly Kinard, Braylee Burgess, Adysen Johnston, Kinslea Fowler, Aleigha Smith, Angela Hoover, Alyssa Tiner, and Brietyn Burgess.

The theme was “4-H Fiesta: Taco Bout Fun” and the event featured an appreciation dinner and awards program for the 4H youth and adult leaders.

Prairie County Teen Leader Club President Aleigha Smith gave the welcome and Brietyn Burgess and Christian Hoover led the pledges.

Kinslea Fowler led the invocation. Prior to the awards ceremony, those present enjoyed a slideshow of the past year’s 4-H activities, while being served a deli-

awards ceremony began with Angela Hoover recognizing volunteer 4-H leaders Tania Johnston, Kourtney McIntosh, and Ann Harrell for their hard work and contributions to the program. 4H members who joined during the past year were also recognized and presented with a new member gift.

Angela Hoover was recognized as a 5 Year Member and presented with a certificate and pin.

County 4-H Record Book trophies were then awarded to:

Juniors: Alyssa Tiner – Arts and Humanities Kinslea Fowler – Arts and Humanities Adysen Johnston – Shooting Sports Karly Kinard – Poultry Seniors: Aleigha Smith – Consumer Education Angela Hoover – Arts and Humanities District 4-H Record Book Winners: Kinslea Fowler Karly Kinard State 4-H Record Book

Service will offer an onfarm vaccination program at no cost to all Prairie County beef and dairy producers.

If you are interested, please contact the Prairie County Extension De Valls Bluff at 870-998-2614 by Wednesday, November 21st . A schedule will be put together and producers will be notified when we will be at their farm.

The Livestock and Poultry Commission has stated that each farm

where cattle are to be vaccinated must have a chute or squeeze chute with a head gate where cattle can be subdued.

Even with good facilities, the chances of someone getting hurt are possible.

If the proper facilities are not available or safe, the vaccinator has the right to refuse to vaccinate your calves. Calves will not be vaccinated unless the owner or someone representing him is present.

DVB City Council Fall Brucellosis vaccination approves raises program November 29th

by Lisa Mills At their meeting on November 8, the DeValls Bluff City Council approved Christmas bonuses and pay increases beginning in 2019 for city employees. Full-time employees will receive a $500 Christmas bonus, and part-time employees will receive a $250 Christmas bonus.

Beginning in January, 2019 all employees will receive a 2.5% cost of living raise and a .50cent per hour merit increase.

Attending the meeting were Treasurer/Recorder Pamela DelGiorno, City Attorney Mike Stuart and Aldermen Raymond Watson, Richard Henry, Wanda Atkins, Marie Flanagan and Shirley Goff. Pamela DelGiorno presided in the absence of Mayor Kenny Anderson.

Fire Chief Doyne Martin reported 8 First Responder calls, 3 Public Assist calls, 3 fires and 2 meetings in October.

Chief Martin also announced that anyone interested in joining the Fire Department attend a meeting. Meetings are held the first and third Thursdays each month at the fire station.

Police Chief Charles Atkins reported the following for October: 1 Shoplifting, 1 Theft of property, 1 Assault on a family member, 1 Disorderly Conduct, 1

Possession of an Instrument of Crime, 1 Dog Running at Large, 8 Failure to Appear, 6 Failure to Pay, 11 Speeding, 4 No Proof of Insurance, 4 Suspended/Revoked License, 1 Too Fast for Conditions, 1 No/Expired License, 1 No Tags, 1 Failure to Pay Registration, 1 Windshield Obstruction.

City Attorney Mike Stuart reported that he has been in contact with the owner of the “old dairy bar” building, on which the council started condemnation proceedings. He stated that the owner has been in contact with Allen Childress, who wants to purchase the property.

Stuart suggested that the council wait to see if this purchase goes through before any further action is taken. The council members agreed this was the best plan at this point.

Alderman Richard Henry suggested that a “Town Hall Meeting” be held before the mayoral run-off election to allow the candidates an opportunity to speak and answer citizens’ questions. Candidate Thelma Gray, who was at the meeting, agreed to participate. Brooks Castleberry will be contacted, and if he agrees, a date will be set and announced.

by Brent Griffin CEA-Staff Chair The County Brucellosis (Bangs) vaccination program will be held Thursday, November 29, 2018.

Arkansas law requires that all heifer calves between 4 and 12 months of age be vaccinated against Brucellosis.

Representatives from the Livestock and Poultry Commission and the Prairie County Cooperative Extension

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Johnnie Joe Walls Sr. Johnnie Joe Walls Sr. (JJ) lifelong resident of Des Arc, AR lost his battle with cancer on November 2, 2018 @ 11:51pm. He is proceeded in death by his parents Joe and Alta Walls, his grandmother Lena Meriwether, brother Charles Walls, 3 sisters Lillie Auxier, Judy Walls, and Joanna Walls, one n i e c e A p r i l Dyer, 3 nephews Charles H i l l , Timothy Walls, and Eric Hill, a l o n g with lots of other family and friends. He is survived by his wife Sheila Walls of Des Arc, daughter Susan McCoy and husband Matt of Des Arc, his son Jimmy Walls and wife Jennifer of Brasfield, his son Johnnie Walls Jr of Brinkley, daughter Wanda Gurley and husband Marvin of Brasfield, daughter Paula Walls of Redfield, daughter April Abston of Lonoke, one brother Alvin Walls and wife Mary of Springfield, MO, 3 sisters Rosie Bush of McCrory, MaryJane Bell and husband Mike of El Paso, and RoseMary Fowler of Griffithville , 6 granddaughters (Brittany, Desaray, Bethany, Morgan, Chelsa, Kiara), 7 grandsons (Tyler, Dakota, Dante, JC, Michael, Dylan, Keyran), 8 great grandchildren (Dalton, Zander, Jasmine, Jackson, Kayden, Joshua, Logan,

Oliver), his best friend Don Harvey, and a host of friends and family. JJ has elected to be cremated. There will be a Memorial set by his wife at a later time.

Helen Red Helen Red, of Hazen, was born on February 17, 1926 and passed away peacefully o n November 10, 2018.

A Prairie County resident for most of her life, H e l e n was the daughter of Alton and Dailey (Pyrtle) Perry.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. “Jake” Red; brother, Ralph, and sisters, Bettye and Dorothy. Helen is survived by her daughter, Gail (Red) Cox; granddaughter, Leigh (Cox) Turner and Husband Britt Turner; grandson, Dax Cox; great grandchildren, Jaycie and Jake Turner, and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation and Funeral will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2018 at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Hazen, Arkansas. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. and the funeral will follow at 2:00 P.M.. Burial will be in the Hazen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Activity Fund of the Chambers Nursing Home in Carlisle, Arkansas or toward the Hazen Cemetery. Arrangements

by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.

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Hunter Dale Williams gained his angel wings on November 9, 2018.

Hunter was born August 28, 2012 to Clint and Ashley Williams. Hunter was our little Superman.

He was diagnosed with Miller-Dieker Syndrome (Lissencephaly) on November 7, 2012. Over the last six years, Hunter fought very hard to be here with us. In his short six years, Hunter stayed in the hospital too many times to count. He had thirteen surgeries and lots of clinics we had to see. Despite all he has went through, Hunter was still amazing. He loved to listen to his sisters read to him. He loved getting lots of cuddles and kisses from everyone.

Hunter loved to do the

hoot owl with his daddy.

It always made him smile. He loved getting to watch and look at Christmas lights with Mommy. He loved getting to spend time with his family. Hunter was a happy, sweet and handsome little boy. In May 2017, Hunter gained a buddy that impacted more than just him.

Patricia Goff was a godsend to us. Hunter and Patricia loved to argue.

They are both stubborn.

Hunter usually won the arguments. Patricia cared for and loved Hunter like he was her own. Hunter loves her so much. Even though Hunter’s body has left us, we know that one day we will see him again. He will get to be in Heaven with some amazing men. He will get to walk, talk and eat. He will get to hunt and fish with Opa and Gpa. We can’t wait till the day we are all together again.

Hunter left behind Daddy and Mommy, Clint and Ashley Williams; two sisters, Mackenzie Hodges and Elle Williams; grandparents Ottis and Debbie Hodges, Jeff and Vicki Williams; uncle Geral Williams (Kristy), uncle Adam Hodges (Megan); cousins Kenzie and Gracie Williams and Addison Hodges; great grandmas Edith Harris, Elizabeth Chrobak and June Williams; great grandpa Renard Chrobak (Frances); also a host of great aunts, great uncles and cousins.

Hunter is preceded in death by his great grandpas Hank Harris and Jeff Williams and William Hodges; great grandma Darlene Love, great uncle Russell Dorsey and great aunt Ann Chrobak.

The family would like to thank Approve Home Medical (Lavel Holloway), Arkansas Hospice (Kristy Price, Kathie Molina, Jeana Jucha, Nancy Rorex, Ann Etzweiler and Dr. Brian Bell), and Reaper Physical Therapy (Hallie Keen).

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Hunter’s memory to the Parker Lee Project.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at SmithWestbrook Funeral Home, Beebe. Memorial service will be 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 17, 2018, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Cabot.

Cremation arrangements by SmithWestbrook Funeral Home. www.smithfamilycares.com

Hazen Cemetery Donations Hazen Cemetery donations: In memory of: Farris Hogue By: Garnett and Lana Dodson In Memory of: Buddy Sims By: Johnny Larkan Suzy Schrantz Donna Watson In memory of: Bobby Cook By: Wesley & Alta Oliver Upkeep: Velma Prine Donations are greatly appreciated and may be mailed to: Hazen Cemetery P.O. Box 92, Hazen, Ar. 72064. Thank you.

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Aleigha Smith daughter of Tommy and Nicole Smith of Hickory Plains was recognized as a state record book and scholarship winner.

4-H H banquet_______________ (continued from p. 1) and National 4-H Congress Winner: Aleigha Smith 4-H members who participated in District and State O-Rama were recognized and special recognitions were presented by Shea Wilson, County Extension Agent-FCS/4H. Aleigha Smith was recognized as a county and state 4-H scholarship winner. Alyssa Tiner was then presented with the 4-H Spirit Award – an award presented to a 4-H member who has demonstrated outstanding devotion to the overall 4-H program.

The Prairie County Extension Service would like to thank the following donors for supporting 4-H over the past year: Ms. Lynda Andrews, Mrs. And Mrs. Lynn Sickel, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Horne, Harvey Sanner, Petrus Seed and Grain, Herald Publishing, Prairie Farmers, Bell’s Ag Service, Dondees – Mr. and Mrs. Skarda, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Anderson, First Electric Cooperative, Grand

Prairie Animal Services, Palace Drug, Russell Petty Garage, Joshua Jacobs, CPA, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dickson, Strohl Aviation, Greenwalt Transport. Ms. Rosemary Hooks, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Osborne, Merrigreen Acres, Woodruff Electric, Busy Hands Extension Homemakers, Dennis DeVore Farm, Mr. and Mrs. David Hardke, The Rieke Firm PLLC, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Tipton, Billy Holland Farm, Biscoe Extension Homemakers, Des Arc Chamber of Commerce, Des Arc Lions Club, Saul Minnow Farm, and Anonymous Donors. We

appreciate your continued investment in the future of Prairie County youth.

A special thanks to the Prairie County 4-H Teen Leader Club for planning and emceeing this year’s banquet and to all parents and guests who participated in this event.

For more information about the Prairie County 4-H Youth Development Program and how you can get involved, contact the Prairie County Extension Service at 870998-2614 or email smwilson@uaex.edu. Like us on F a c e b o o k : prairiecoarkansas4h or follow us on Instagram: @prairieco4h.

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NOTICE Ulm Waterworks is a public water system, subject to regulation under the federal safe drinking water act.

Those regulations require the notification of customers whenever a violation occurs, and is the basis for this notice.

As many of our customers know, our licensed operator passed away suddenly in late July of 2018. As he had our only license, the health department refused the paperwork and samples for the month of August, and has put Ulm Waterworks in violation for the following: Failure to retain a qualified operator - August, 2018 Failure to submit monthly report - August, 2018 Failure to submit samples - August, 2018 Failure to submit monthly report - July, 2018 These violations do not mean that the water is unsafe or that alternate sources of water should be used. The city has rectified the situation by temporarily retaining a licensed operator until one or more of our employees can obtain a license.

Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please call the Water System at 501-626-8146 or the Engineering Section of the Department of Health at 501-661-2623

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Heart Association adopts physical activity guidelines from Department of Health CHICAGOAmerican Heart Association President Ivor Benjamin, M.D. FAHA, issued the following comments on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans released at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions today.

“The American Heart Association has long recognized the importance of physical activity in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, stroke and other noncommunicable diseases. We’re committed to developing programs and advocating for public policy that make it easier to get more physical activity, regardless of where you live. These latest guidelines reinforce the importance of moving more and sitting less.

The American Heart Association stands committed to addressing chronic disease prevention through programs and policies supporting increased physical activity and reducing sedentary behavior to help people live longer, healthier lives

for themselves, their families and their communities.

Only 26 percent of men, 19 percent of women and 20 percent of adolescents report enough activity to meet the physical activity recommendations.

But changing sedentary time to active time in any way – even in small amounts – can have health benefits, according to a key finding in the guidelines.

With a focus on being a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, the American Heart Association advocates for policies supporting physical education and physical activity in schools and early care and education, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, safe routes to school and Complete Streets that integrate all modes of transportation, accounting for the needs of people and place in an equitable way. We support physical activity assessment and prescription in the clinical environment and workplaces. We create programs and opportunities to encourage people of all ages to get moving and provide tools and tips along the way.

The American Heart Association will adopt the guidelines as the Association’s official recommendations and leverage these new guideless to amplify our efforts to develop programs and advocate for policies that make it easier for everyone to get more physically active regardless of where they live.

We urge other health groups and interested parties across the country to adopt the guidelines and join us in committing to help ensure more people get moving.”

A Perspectives Article by the lead writers of the guidelines published on Monday, November 12 at 9 a.m. in the American Heart Association journal Circulation: Cardiology Quality and Outcomes.

In addition, the American Heart Association’s Centers for Health Metrics and Evaluation is hosting a guest blog by Alison Vaux-Bjerke, M.P.H., and Katrina L. Piercy, Ph.D., R.D., ACSM-CEP, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Janet Carson, Horticulturist for the University of Arkansas Extension Serice is trying out athe swing presented to her by members of County 76, a support group for Master Gardeners. Adair Dohrity, of Crittenden County visits with Carson about her retiring at the end of the year.

MG County 76 honors Carson at retirement with garden swing

By Chris Weems It was a meeting of Arkansas Master Gardeners County 76 Club, that turned into a Surprise Retirement

Prairie County

Crop Report from Brent Griffin County Extension Agent Staff Chair Days of field work: 0 Top Soil Moisture: 100% surplus Sub Soil Moisture: 100% surplus Livestock Condition: 3 Fair Main Activities: Frequent rainfall halted all harvesting for the week. Water is standing in many fields with soybean quality continuing to deteriorate.

Crop Progress: Soybean: 60% harvested Rice: 100% harvested Crop Condition: Soybean: 90% Very Poor, 10% Fair Hay/Pasture: 50% Poor, 50% Fair Brent Griffin CEA-Staff Chair Prairie Co. Coop.

Extension Service University of ArkansasDivision of Agriculture

THANK YOU! I want to thank everyone for the love and support given to me during the past election. I appreciate everyone who voted for me.

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Public Notice Prairie County Election Commission Public Logic and Accuracy Test

The Prairie County Election Commission will conduct the Public Logic and Accuracy test on the Voting Machines for the

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Party for Janet Carson, Horticulturist of the U of A Extension Service.

The meeting began with Linda Soffer, president, presiding for routine business. The group went into the “Break Out Sessions”, as members assembled in their Committees. As the meeting concluded, the group that Janet was in was late coming outside, so everyone else could get in a group for the sur-

as to the swing and picture session, the group returned to the building for a barbecue lunch, provided by one of the committees.

THe group assembled in the auditorium for the afternoon session.

Soffer, who was elected Chairman for the MG State Conference April 29, 30, told about some of the plans for the conference. Linda Smith is co-

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The swing presented to Carson features the logo of the Arkansas Master Gardeners, a spreading tree. prise. A free-standing porch swing with the back, a great likeness of the logo of the Master Gardeners, was the center of interest as Janet with some members in front of her came to the group, supposedly for a group picture. The group parted, and as she saw the swing, the group yelled.

“Surprise!”

After a brief explanation

Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.

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chairman for the Conference to be in Hope in 2019.

Reports were given from each group as to the work in progress. The fundraising group showed two sizes of the shovel, the root-slayer were shown.

Others items, useful in the garden, were shown as well as the new shirts and jackets were shown.

Debora Carpenter was elected chairman of the committee, Plant, Nuture and Grow. Her committee had furnished lunch for the group.

The next meeting will be January, when newly elected officers take over.

The public is invited to attend.

Rita Dobson, Chairperson 501-5 516-7 7264 Stan Ferguson 501-5 516-6 6156 Harvey Joe Sanner 501-5 516-7 7000 Prairie County Clerk’s Office 870-2 256-4 4434

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Debora Carpenter of Des Arc, was selected Chairman of the Plant, Nurture, and Grow Committee. This committee served the lunch for the day. The committees range in size from 60 to 80 members.

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Hornets victorious in 1st playoff game of the season

by Atticus Davis The first game of the playoffs, the first game that should have been a real challenge for Hazen, is now the first playoff victory of the season under the belt of the Hornets.

The game was kicked off last friday night by the Quitman Bulldogs who decided to open up with an onside kick which was recovered by Demariea Buchanan (33).

The Hornets worked their way to the end zone yard by yard until the point when they handed Ay’jon Green (21) the ball who was close enough to run it the rest of the way in for the first touchdown of the game. The touchdown was followed by no extra point, putting the score at 6-0 with 8:26 left in the 1st quarter.

Once Quitman got the ball back, it wasn’t long before a backfield tackle

by Kade Perry (52), a fumbled snap, and a pass which was blocked by Terrell Penn (22), helped force the Bulldogs to punt. On the third play of that drive Blayne Toll (10) attempted to pass the ball, but it was intercepted by number 15 from Quitman. Once the Hornets held them to another 4th down, the Bulldogs decided to go for it which resulted in an blocked pass which turned the ball over and put it back in the hands of Hazen.

The Hornets were held until 4th down when, they too, decided to go for it… but unlike Quitman’s attempt, Hazen’s paid off when Penn got the 1st down. Two plays later, he scored a touchdown which was followed by a two-point conversion run in by Green, raising the score to 14-0.

After getting the ball back in the 2nd quarter, Quitman was not able to score one first down before having to give the ball back. The Hornets’ first play of this drive was an incomplete pass, but on the second Green darted 50 yards across the field for his second touchdown of the game followed by a two-point ran in by Toll, putting the score at 22-0 with

Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT-PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF RIVER AUSTIN CLIFTON CASE NO. 59SPR-2018-12 REID G. CLIFTON and KELLY D. CLIFTON PETITIONERS VS. ADAM J. MILTON RESPONDENT NOTICE OF FINAL HEARING Notice is hereby given that a final hearing in the above-styled case will be held on the 29th day of NOVEMBER, 2018 at 9:00 a.m.. in the Prairie County Courthouse, 183 Prairie Street, DeValls Bluff, Arkansas. Among the matters to be heard will be the issues of adoption of the minor child.

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11:01 left in the 2nd quarter.

The kickoff was received by #18 from Quitman who fumbled the ball as soon as he was touched by David Jones (51) who made the tackle. The fumble was recovered by Austin Duck (18) from Hazen.

Once Hazen got close to the end zone they handed Green the ball who ran it in for his 3rd touchdown, putting the score at 28-0 with 8:27 left in 2nd, no extra point was scored.

After the kickoff, Quitman was able to get a pass off and score a first down, but when they passed on the next play it was intercepted at the 30

by Rasheed Mills (1) who ran it back 60 yards, only to be taken down within 6 yards of the end zone.

A fumbled snap on the next play took the Hornets back to the 25 yard line and after that, two more incomplete passes caused Hazen’s first turnover on downs, giving the ball back to the Bulldogs.

The Hornets held Quitman and finally caused a turnover getting the ball back. On the first play of the drive Penn broke free and ran almost all the way down the field from the other 35 but was tackled with only 5 yards to go for a touchdown. A call on the Hornets moved them back 10 yards to the 15.

The ball was handed off to Penn, but when he was tackled he fumbled it, and it was recovered by Bulldog #15 who ran it back until he was pushed

Hornet seniors (right) are lined up watching,as the team captains wait for the coin toss. (Picture courtesy of Wendy Perry.) out of bounds at the 25.

The Hornets managed a turnover, and Penn was able to make a 33 yard touchdown run followed by no extra point, setting the score at 34-0.

After the kickoff, the Hornets were able to get the Bulldogs back on 4th down and cause another turnover. The ball was snapped to Toll but it was low and caused a fumble.

Toll turned around, scooped up the ball, turned back around and started running, dodging Bulldogs all the way down the field for a 50 yard touchdown scramble. No extra point was scored, and that left the board at 40-0 for the end of the 2nd quarter.

The 3rd quarter gave Quitman the ball, but it

was not long before Quitman’s quarterback was chased out of bounds and flipped over by his own bench, taking out the Gatorade jug in the process. Hazen was able to cause another turnover, and Toll gave the ball to Green who took it, slipped through the line and broke a tackle for a 35 yard touchdown run followed by an extra point kicked by Jacob Weems (5), increasing Hazen’s lead to 47-0.

No other scores were made in the 3rd quarter.

It was very early in the 4th quarter when Quitman was able to score their only set of points. A passed touchdown followed by a twopoint conversion were the last points of the game to

Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SHARON GATES, DECEASED CA S E NO. 59S PR-18-24 NOTICE Last known address of decedent: Sharon Gates 209 East Third St. Dewey, Oklahoma 74029 Date of Death: September 10, 2018 The undersigned was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named decedent on the 25th day of October, 2018.

The decedent owned an interest in the following real property, situated in the Southern District of Prairie County,

Arkansas, to wit: ONE HALF (1/2) ACRE OF LAND, BEING THE SOUTH HALF(S1/2) OF THE FOLLOWING TRACT: ONE (1) ACRE OF LAND IN A SQUARE IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (NW1/4) OF SECTION THIRTY-TWO (32) IN TOWNSHIP THREE NORTH, RANGE FIVE WEST (T3N, R5W) OF THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS. LOTS THREE (3), FOUR (4) AND FIVE (5), BLOCK 103, WOODLAWN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HAZEN, SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS, TOGETHER WITH A 1970 SINGLE WIDE MOBILE HOME, CONTAINING

980 SQUARE FEET, NOW PERMANENTLY AFFIXED TO SAID REAL PROPERTY. All persons having claims against the estate, including personal injury claims, must exhibit them, duly verified, within six months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.

This notice first published this 31st day of October, 2018.

Kevin Brownell, Jr. 209 East Third St. Dewey, Oklahoma 74029 EXECUTOR Attorney for Petitioner Randall L. Gammill Gammill & Gammill P. O. Box 532 Hazen, AR 72064 (870) 255-4583 AR Bar No. 77052

-Election Wrap UpCongratulations and Appreciations Were Earned The Democratic Committee of Prairie County would like to offer our appreciation to those who ran for election in the 2018 Election Cycle.

Congratulations are due for those who won their races as well as our gratitude to those who might not have captured the majority of the votes but did participate in the process.

The partisan elections are wrapped up, but we have two non-partisan races unsettled and there will be a run-off on December 4, 2018 for the Mayor of DeValls Bluff; the candidates are Mrs. Thelma Gray and Mr. Brooks Castleberry. Also, in a race for Des Arc’s White River Ward III City Council position between Mrs. Janice Huffstickler and Mr. Gary Burnett will be decided in the December 4, 2018 Run-Off Election.Candidates that ran for the right reasons and ran their campaigns without attacking their opponents should be proud of their conduct. We, the Democratic Committee salute you.

Maybe one day the voters of Arkansas and the Nation will learn from Prairie County voters that opposing candidates just because they have D before their names or voting for candidates who might have an R before their names is a dangerous thing. Qualifications, integrity and a willingness to serve all the people alike regardless of what party they belong to or what they look like or what religion they may practice are principles far more important than political party identification.

In our estimation, the bitterness and division we see daily at the nation level is an obstacle to having the kind of government we deserve as Americans. We may not be the perfect example of political behavior here in Prairie County but by golly we are a shining star when compared to much of the nation.

It is our hope that the Prairie County Democrats holding office for the next four years will strive to serve all people in the county alike and to always put that goal over political affiliation. We are confident that they will because in our opinion that is why they ran, to do the job they ask the voters for.

Congratulations to our Democratic and Republican friends who provided candidates for the ballot. Maybe one day our state and national political landscape will look more like that of Prairie County.

That would be a good thing in our opinion.

Submitted by the Prairie County Democratic Committee.

be scored. The game ended with a satisfying 47-8 Hornet victory over the Quitman Bulldogs which will put the Hornets, who has been ranked number 1 in Class 2A by Rex Nelson

of the Arkansas Democrat Gazette in the second game of the playoffs next week. The game will be played on Hornet Field at 7:00 p.m. against Gurdon.

GFWC Elsie McCain Club meets November

By Chris Weems GFWC Elsie McCain Club met in regular session Thursday night, November 1, at Murry’s Restaurant. Chris Weems, president, presided. The meeting opened with discussion of current events.

After the meal, routine business was taken care of. The treasurer gave the financial report.

The president talked about the letter that the club received from the international president, Mary Ellen Brock. Mrs. Brock visited in Arkansas during her term as first vice president.

Mrs. Brock discussed one of our founding principles: “Unity in Diversity.” She has the hope that being united in Diversity that the work on the projects will educate members on the traditions and lifestyles of different peoples and countries.

She said that during this two-year administration, there will be “7 Grand initiatives: called that as each of them has 1,000 as a goal. They are:

1) That 1,000 clubs will do a service project on Martin Luther King Day, January 21, 2019; 2) That members will plant 1,000 trees on Arbor Day; 3) That members will donate 1,000 used shoes to Soles 4 souls or Nike “reuse-a-shoe” 4) That members donate 1,000 Dr, Seuss books by March 2020; 5) That 1,000 members join the Legislative Action Center; 6) That e=members do 1,000 projects devoted to women in the military; and 7) That 1,000 members donate 1,000 dollars to Capital Campaign. She said the “7 Grand Initiatives are very attainable and plan your projects now.”

The president said that :We need to go over our constitution and make some amendments to keep it ip with our activities.I want to appoint a committee on that soon.”

The club discussed the Christmas party. Because of Thanksgiving and other activities, the next meeting will be the Christmas Party, Thursday, December 13.

Page 5 - The Grand Prairie Herald - Wednesday, November 14, 2018

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11-14-18 (2tc)

Hazen School District is excepting applications for Paraprofessionals and Sub Bus Drivers.

Bus Driver MUST have CDL. 11-14-18 (2tp)

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The City of DeValls Bluff will be taking sealed bids for a 2007 GMC Canyon and 2013 Dodge Charger, both need new motors. Bids will be opened on December 13, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. The city reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

More Info call (870) 9982301 (11-14-18 2tc) __________________

The DeValls Bluff Fire Department is looking for new volunteers. If interested, come to the DeValls Bluff Fire Department on Thursday, December 6, 2018, at 7:00 p.m., or call City Hall at (870) 9982301 or Fire Chief Doyen Martin (870)-456-9485.

(11-14-18 3tc)

The City of DeValls Bluff will be taking sealed bids for a 2003 4300 DT466 International Fire Truck, needs work.

Bids will be opened on December 13, 2018, at 6:00 p.m.

The city reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

For more info call (870) 998-2301. (11-14-18 2tc)

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Hazen Schools hold Junior and Senior Beta Club inductions Hazen Elementary and High School held their annual Beta Club induction in the Hornets’ Nest Gymnasium on Friday, November 2 at 9:00 a.m. The students received certificates and pins during the ceremony.

9th grade new inductees (in alphabetical order): Maci Bokker, Wesley Clayton, Halley Cossey, Larry Craig, Mason D’Angelo, Austin Duck, Zoe Ford, Gabriel Johnson, Kelsey Kinard, Lyndsey Lawman, West Lock, Mary Katherine Perry, Yonatan Romero-Dawson, Whitney Sayger, Hailey Smith, Cayden Stallings, Delaney Wilkerson.

Junior High Beta members (in alphabetical order): Grace Addison, Austin Allen, Nash Arnett, Rileigh Barnhill, Jordyn Besancon,, Isabella Bilbruck, Austyn Booth, Emma Cantwell, Tyler Cessor, Sam Clayton, Faith Duell, Alexis Dulany, Rayveon Foster, Savannah Glover, Lonnie Grable, Taylor Griffin, Jaci Hackelton, Lane Harper, Starr Hodge, Christian Hoover, Abby Hopkins, Joseph Hurley, Presley Isbell, Mattison Jernigan, Faith Johnson, Brett Jordan, Collin Kee, Carson Kee, Karly Kinard, Luke King, Austin Kocourek, Forest Lawless, Noah Lequieu, Grayson Lott, Makayla McCray, Luke Mills, Jagur Morgan, Khanylah Pernell, Mattie Perry, Natalie Robinson, Ivan Rodriguez, Layton Rogers, Josh RomeroDawson, Chloe Rose, Kaycie Seely, Owen Simmons, Ethan Simmons, Kendall Sisemore, Halle Sisemore, Jameion Stigall, Karizma Sullivan, Kolton Tosh, Katelin Wallace, Lora Webb, Eli Weems, Brooke Weems, and Brance Williams.

Senior Beta Club members (pictured left) who received certificates and pins (in alphabetical order): 10th grade- Cayli Crosby, Emily Foot, Jamie Guenther, Jaida Hollingshead, Nicole Holmes, Alesha Larkin, Rebecca Munnerlyn; 11th grade-, Madelyn Bokker, Elizabeth Fricker, Easton Glover, Tana Griffin, Josh Hambrick, Mychayla Harris, Angela Hoover, Stormie Horkey, Gunnar Lott, Randa Mauk, Carter Mealler, Olivia Minnes, Alexis Nicholas, Michelle Prince, Abby Richardson, Kaleb Riddick, Jocelyn Romero-Dawson, Eddie Ross, Trey Thompson, Blayne Toll, Morgan Tosh, Julia White, Christin Young; 12th grade- , Kayla Gladish, Ross Harper, Austin Hill, Jacob Jones, Caleb Martin, Kade Perry, Logan Putt, Gavin Rogers, Ross Seidenschwarz, Jackson Shelman, Tracie Strong, Chance Taylor, Jared Teer, and Jeyke Walker.

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