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Wednesday, November 15, 2017
Cow carcasses left in Wattensaw WMA
Community Events Calendar Wednesday November 15 Friendship Luncheon De Valls Bluff Methodist Church 11:30am-2:00pm Thursday November 16 Commidities Distrubtion (Week early because of Thanksgiving) Methodist Church Hazen 10:30am-12:30pm GFWC Elsie McCain Club Meeting 6:00 p.m. Murry’s Restaurant Hazen Hazen City Council Meeting City Hall 6:00pm- 7:00pm Friday November 17 2nd Round of the 6A State Playoffs Hazen Hornets VS Magnet Cove Hornet Field 7:00 pm Monday November 20-24 Hazen School District Closed for Thanksgiving Break Thursday November 23 Thanksgiving Day Tuesday November 28 PC Democratic Women Meeting El Amigo Restaurant 6:00pm Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and the
Please call F&M Bank, 255-3042 to list events.
Running across AR for vets This is a picture of Dan Ring from Paragould standing in front of our iconic Craig’s Restaurant. Ring ran from Fort Smith to Memphis in honor of veterans this past week. He started his journey October 30 on the Oklahoma-Arkansas line on with the intent to carry the American flag across the state and finally into Tennessee. Here is what he posted on Facebook about his trek: “I plan to run across the state of Arkansas to the Mississippi River, in Memphis, Tennessee. I will carry our Flag, my Flag, your Flag, the Flag
of the United States of America, in honor of every individual who has worn the uniform, of any branch of our military, or any branch of our law enforcement agencies, or any first responder, and has given their life in the line of duty. Know that it will be my high privilege and honor to carry this flag, with a grateful heart for their service and their sacrifice. Asian, Latino, Native American, Black, or White, we all bleed the same. Let’s run this race called ‘LIFE’ together. Let’s stand for one another. If we’re going to fight,
let’s fight for each other. If we’re going to shout, let love be our cry.” Ring also posted this on his Facebook page about Craig’s: “This is Bar-B-Q done right!!! Maybe the best I've ever had!” Ring is raising money for ‘Flags 4 Fallen’ a nonprofit organization that recruits runners all across the country to carry flags in local races in honor of our fallen heroes. If you would like to help support the cause, and make a donation, go to the website: https://www.youcaring.co m/familiesofourfallenheroes-992599
On November 10th at about 7:00 a.m. two cow carcasses was dumped on the side of the roadway in the Wattensaw Wildlife Management Area near Hazen Arkansas. The two cows remains had been cut up and placed in black trash
Sheriff's Department and the Arkansas Game & Fish requests that any one with information about this incident to call 870-256-4137, rewards are available for information that leads to a arrest and conviction. The Wattensaw Wildlife
bags and wrapped in a blue tarps before being dumped on the side of the roadway. It is unknown if the cows was legally owned by a private individual, or stolen from somewhere. The two cows are believed to be around a year old and may have weighed approximately 1000 pounds. The two illegally dumped cow carcasses and various pieces of plastic wrapping and bags have created a environmental hazard and ugly eye sore in the area. The Prairie County
Management Area land that is for public use, Lets all work together to help keep the land clean and healthy for every one’s use.
Golleher named VP of Lonoke AgHeritage
AR rice industry meets to discuss field burning Brinkley, AR Arkansas rice farmers and stakeholders met at the Brinkley Convention Center on Tuesday morning for board meetings of the Arkansas Rice Council, Arkansas Rice Farmers and Arkansas Rice Federation. The Arkansas Rice Farmers board voted to form a task force and develop voluntary smoke management guidelines. The task force will work with agriculture partners in forestry and conservation to consider a model already in place by the Arkansas Prescribed Fire Council's voluntary Smoke Management Guidelines for forest landowners, and private, state, and federal forestry agencies and companies. Although agricultural burning is virtually finished for this year, the group unanimously approved a motion to form the committee and explore ways to address the concern. Specifically, the task force will consider farmer burn plans and the reporting of prescribed burns to the Arkansas Forestry Commission Dispatch Center as part of voluntary smoke management guidelines - a process already in place for forest landowners. Burning crop residue is a recommended crop management practice. A lot of organic refuse is left after the harvest, and it needs to be removed to prepare fields for the next growing season. The refuse can also provide shelter for nuisance weeds and insects that can be detrimental to future crops. Fires can also eliminate potential
diseases. Fire isn't always necessary, but it's especially helpful in rice to manage problematic residue. Waiting on the residue to breakdown during winter can be a gamble. Winter conditions can slow breakdown and lead to increased tillage and delayed planting, resulting in increased production costs and lower yields in some cases. In fields that cannot rotate to crops other than rice, excessive remaining residue in the field can be detrimental to future rice crops. "This is something the ag industry as a whole has acknowledged and is working to address collectively," said Jeff Rutledge, Chairman of the Arkansas Rice Federation. "Field burning is part of a complete crop management strategy and our growers want to ensure the continued quality of the airshed their families and neighbors breathe." Agriculture Secretary Wes Ward and Agriculture Department Communications Director Adriane Barnes addressed attendees regarding the process for existing voluntary smoke management guidelines from the Arkansas Prescribed Fire Council. Don McBride, Assistant State Forester and Fred Burnett, Fire Management Officer both of the Arkansas Forestry Commission, also entertained questions and comments during Tuesday's meeting. "Our industry has repeatedly shown a willingness to adopt voluntary guidelines or best management practices as
opposed to being subject to additional government regulations. Here our row crop industry is looking to the lessons that our forest landowners have learned in the past and we are all working together to find common sense solutions," said Wes Ward, Arkansas Agriculture Secretary. "This is a perfect example of how we can accomplish more together than apart." Arkansas is the largest rice-growing state in the nation, producing nearly 9 billion pounds annually. This year, Arkansas family farmers will produce over 50 percent of the nation's rice for the first time in history. Arkansas rice farmers and millers contribute over $6 billion each year to the state's economy and employ over 25,000 Arkansans.
Griffin Golleher Griffin Golleher has been named VP of Lending and Branch Manager for the Lonoke branch office of AgHeritage Farm Credit Services, according to Cole Plafcan, Senior Vice President Chief Lending and Marketing Officer. Golleher has been serving in the role of Ag Lending Officer at the Lonoke branch since 2014. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance Investment Management from
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Walton College of Business from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. Golleher and his wife, Ashley, have two children, Lucy and Blake, and reside in Carlisle. Also in the Lonoke branch office are Josh Cunningham, Ag Lending Officer; Clayton Howell, Ag Lending Officer; JoSara Walker, Customer Specialist and Shelly Hogan, Customer Specialist. The Lonoke branch serves customers in Pulaski, Lonoke and Prairie counties. AgHeritage Farm Credit Services is a financial cooperative with owned and managed assets of approximately $1.15 billion as of December 31, 2016, that provides credit and related services to more than 3,096 farmers, ranchers and producers or harvesters of aquatic products in 24 Arkansas counties. Branch offices are located in Batesville, Brinkley, Dermott, Lonoke, Newport, Pocahontas, Searcy, Star City and Stuttgart.
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GP Quilt Society Sit ‘n’ Sew Gary Sharp Gammill On November 11, 2017, Gary Sharp Gammill went ro his etern a l home to be with o u r Lord. He was born on September 19, 1949, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to Juanita Sharp and Cecil A. Gammill. At a young age, his family moved to Hazen, Arkansas where he attended school and graduated from Hazen High School. He attended the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and graduated with a BSBA degree in accounting in 1971. He sat for the Certified Public Accounting exam the second semester of his senior year in college and passed all four parts of the exam the first time he took it. After working for other accounting firms throughout the beginning of his career, he eventually opened his own firm in Hazen, Gary S. Gammill, C.P.A. He was a member of the Hazen First United Methodist Church where he served on the Board of Trustees, the Finance Committee, and the Pastor-Parish Committee.
He was also a member of the Hazen Chamber of Commerce, elected Business of the Year, and he was elected to the school board for Hazen High School where he served 11 years as the Treasurer and then as the President. In 1970, he married Durinda Gordon of Helena, and they were married for 45 years. He leaves behind his two daughters, Lee McAhren (Camron) of Springdale and Helen Shirron (Stephen) of Sheridan. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Garrett Pieroni, Madison Shirron and Regan Shirron; his brother, Randy Gammill (Margaret), and his sister, Cecily Norman (James). Visitation was from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M., Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Funeral services were 10:00 A.M., Monday, November 13, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Hazen with burial in the Hazen Cemetery immediately following the service. Because of his love for German Shepherds, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Arkansas German Shepherd Rescue at http://germanshepherd.res cueme.org/Arkansas or to That Church in Sherwood, 901 Kiehl Ave., Sherwood, Ar. 72120 where he faithfully attended church the last few years of his life.
Winnie had a lovely pieced placemat in a specialty pattern; Lou Anna also brought a bag of fabric remnants to share. Several members found treasures to take home to add to their own stash. After lunch everyone got down to some serious sewing. Eunice worked on some English paper piecing blocks, Sherrye made a tied fleece throw, Shelley finished about a dozen Breast cancer comfort pillows for UAMS, and Marsha knitted on some mug rugs.
Billy Dean Rice Billy Dean Rice, born December 6th, 1943, went to be with our Lord on November 7, 2017. He was retired from Halley Construction in Stuttgart, Arkansas. Bill was a loving husband, father, brother a n d grandfather. He was preceded in death by his mother Lena Rice, his father Orville Rice, siblings Edward Rice and Judy Yarbrough and two infant sons. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Rice of Arkansas; three sisters Carolyn (Lloyd) Eads, Vivian (Jessie) Barnhill and Peggy (Ray) Halley and two brothers James (Vera) Rice and Carl (Betty) Rice all from Arkansas. He is also survived by daughters Karen Palmer (Ted) of Kentucky, Shannon Barnes (Stephen) of Arkansas, and Amy (Greg) Slone of Ohio; two sons Joel and Jimmy Ritsema; and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be a memorial service at a later date. The family will be notified once the plans are finalized.
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met November 8 at the Stuttgart Public Library for their Sit 'n Sew with 9 members present. Shelley opened the meeting with the thought for the day, "Buying fabric and sewing are two different hobbies." The minutes and treasurer's report were given. Ann made a motion to lower the quilt society's dues to $10.00 a year, Eunice seconded the motion, motion carried. Under new business, the Xmas potluck will be December 13th at the library. Members were asked to bring a dish to share. We will also be playing the Round Robin game. Please bring 5 small things, one or two of them wrapped or dis-
guised to make it more fun for everyone. We will meet at the regular time at 10:00am with the potluck following the business meeting. Show and Share
Everyone enjoyed the fellowship of sewing together. The December meeting will be December 13, with a potluck and social time.
Des Arc Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
CARTI Auxiliary to bring seasonal glow to Searcy Members of the CARTI Searcy Auxiliary are set to bring a seasonal glow to the White County Courthouse on December 1 & 2 as part of the group’s 27th annual Holiday Luminary Project benefiting CARTI Radiation Oncology in Searcy. “The Luminary Project helps to connect people who care about cancer patients by giving them the opportunity to honor or memorialize someone
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with a gift that will benefit others fighting cancer,” says event chair Mary Jan Yingling, who also serves as auxiliary first vice president. Annually raising thousands of dollars each holiday season, Auxiliary members traditionally outline the White County Courthouse in downtown Searcy with hundreds of lights in support of cancer awareness. Sold for $10 each, luminarias can be purchased in person at CARTI Radiation Oncology or by contacting the center at 501-268-7870. All proceeds directly benefit programs and services specific to the local CARTI facility and area cancer patients. Sales for the luminary project are currently underway and will continue right up until the lighting of the luminaries on December 1. “The Luminary Project provides an ideal outlet for those whose lives have been touched by cancer to celebrate and remember the survivor spirits affected by the disease, but luminaries are not limited only to honoring or memorializing cancer patients,” explains Yingling. “Luminaries are sold in honor or remembrance of anyone for any reason, and that’s one of the more remarkable things about the Luminary
Project,” says Yingling. “It not only provides a way for people to remember those who have passed, but it’s a way that they can also honor the living.” In years past, proceeds from the Luminary Project have been used in a variety of ways, funding everything from medical equipment and supplies to magazine subscriptions for the facility waiting room and gifts for patients on treatment during the holiday season. Facility director Cindy Wyatt credits the hard work of local auxiliary members for the continued success of the project. “Their compassion and service are irreplaceable,” says Wyatt. “They are often the first faces a patient will see when they enter our facility, and they are always there with a warm smile, a kind voice and a gentle spirit, ready to serve and care for these patients in whatever way they can. They are so committed and dedicated to CARTI.” “We are very blessed to have such a wonderful group of volunteers,” says Wyatt. To learn more about how to join the CARTI Searcy Auxiliary, contact membership chair Karen Davis at 501-2682222 or kkd2299@sbcglobal.net.
Veterans living in DANRC were honored on Veterans Recognition Day. by Teresa Henley Activity Director, DANRC Hope everyone had a wonderful week. We had our Veterans Recognition Wednesday 11-8-17. We honored and celebrated our facility Veterans and all Veterans. We want to thank you for serving our country. We love and appreciate you. White Country DAV Chapter 41 Commander James Mash attended along with Herschel Layne, Jimmy Green, Brad Palsa and Walter McKenzie. They all was in Army. Our Veterans that lives at DANRC is ( Navy) Johnie Siitonen, John Franklin, Darrell Baxter, Victor White, Richard Goshen, ( Army) Olan Beals, Curtis Krajicek, Roger Patterson, James Eastwood, Michael Govenor, Noble Goss, Lawrence O'Hanlon, Thomas Thompson, (Airforce) Jimmy Putt, Jimmy Bryant. James Clyde Collins attended, he was in Navy and from Des Arc. He donates $3.00 for three bingo game and residents plays four corners only representing the Navy, Airforce, Army and Marines.
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Because of the 117 year history as a family and community newspaper, The Grand Prairie Herald is happy to publish a picture and the first 400 words of an obituary for free as a service and as a courtesy to the families of our community. Unfortunately, with the ever increasing cost of printing and other business expenses the paper cannot provide longer obits for free. Beginning with the 301st word, the rate will be 10 cents per word to publish. Due to the fact that a majority of obituaries are received from funeral homes, the paper reserves the right to edit unpaid obituaries down to 300 words. The entire obituary will only be published if the paper is contacted directly either by email or by phone. The cost of the obituary will be billed to those with accounts or will need to be paid for in advance. Phone: 870-255-4538 Email:heraldpublishing@gmail.com
Residents enjoyed all the local churches visiting this week. That means a lot. I want to thank all the volunteers that take time out of your busy week for our residents. They always enjoy Friends coming to visit
with them. Pray for our country. Please come out to visit us soon. The resident is looking forward to some cooler weather so they can enjoy sitting outside. That is all for now. Have a great rest of the week.
Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS NORTHERN DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL E. GRADY, DECEASED CASE NO. 59NPR-17-17 NOTICE Last known address of decedent: Michael E. Grady P.O. Box 904 Hazen, AR 72064 Date of Death: April 17, 2017 The undersigned was appointed Ancillary Administrator of the estate of the above-named decedent on the 29th day of June, 2017. 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 _8_th___ day of November, 2017. Gregory E. Grady P.O. Box 904 Hazen, AR 72064 EXECUTOR Randall L. Gammill Gammill & Gammill P. O. Box 532 Hazen, AR 72064 (870) 255-4583 AR Bar No. 77052 Attorney for Estate
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Hazen Study Club has Nov. meeting
I love November. Fall has finally decided to bring cooler temperatures, the ducks and geese are flying overhead, and the leaves on the trees show their beautiful colors of orange, gold, rust, yellow, and red. It’s a time for remembering, for slowing down, and for giving thanks. The first day of November is “All Hallows Day.” It’s the day right after Halloween. Sometimes we forget what Halloween really means. It is a shortened way of saying “All Hallows Eve”, and what it means is the day before “All Hallows Day”, the day on which we celebrate and give thanks for all the saints that have gone before us. It’s a day to remember all of the people who have been positive influences on our lives - folks who loved us unconditionally and gave us great advice when we needed it. And then there is Veterans Day - a day when we remember those whose sacrifices have allowed us to live in a country as great as ours. It’s a day when we should be thankful for the people who put themselves in harm’s way, never expecting thanks and oftentimes not getting it. Finally, Thanksgiving comes, and we take the time to be mindful of all of the blessings that have come our way during the year. We also take the time to give thanks for the bountiful harvest. If we are lucky, we have our family around us, we have lots of food to eat, and we don’t talk about politics. This is also a really special month for me because my second son, Nathaniel, is getting married to the wonderful (she’ll laugh when she sees that word) Laura Morgan this Sunday. I have always said that Laura was the best hire I ever made as principal at Hazen High School. Not
only did I get a great junior high English teacher for the school, I got an awesome daughter-in-law as well. The Lord works in mysterious ways! Isn’t it amazing that we have three days set aside in one month for remembering and being thankful? I guess when you think about it, November is the perfect month for reflection. It’s at the end of the year, the days are getting shorter, and the hustle and bustle of Christmas is not yet upon us. Let’s take some time this week to remember those who have loved us, those who have served us, and those who have provided us with the harvest that fills our tables. ___________ Keeping in the vein of being thankful - we should all be thankful that the 41st Rice Festival came off without a hitch again this year. David Hardke, the Rice Festival chairman and the Hazen Chamber of Commerce President, Sharon Cagle once again did a great job of organizing the event. The City of Hazen limbed up the Bradford pears and made sure that the park looked its best. Randy Skarda made sure that the everpopular antique farm equipment was brought in and set up. Dave Hare guided the vendors to their spots, and band director Johnna Creasey gathered up contestants for the new “The Prairie’s Got Talent” show. Chuck Shuck once again provided the sound system, and I-40 East provided entertainment. Dee Hare organized the Little Farmer Contest. James Hickman volunteered to keep the trash picked up. There are so many others that I can’t list them all. We are so blessed to have community members who care about putting on the Rice Festival every year. Our town would be so much less without it.
Members Louise Mangum, Sherry Bullock, and Virginia Lisko pose behind the beautiful table decoration. by Gloria Strohl The Hazen Study Club met Tuesday night, November 7, 2017, at 6:30 in the BanCorp South Community Room. Hostesses were Reta Chlapecka and Donna Coleman. The autumn season was reflected in the decor of the meeting. Both tables were covered with orange and burgundy plaid cloths scatter-printed with pumpkins, golden corn and burgundy and yellow leaves. The serving table was centered with a red/orange/brown garland of leaves and a whimsical scarecrow. A glitzy scarecrow face hung above the table. The banquet table was centered with a gold/brown/red wreath of autumn leaves, flowers, pumpkins and berries, all tied together with shimmering gold mesh ribbon. A glitzy scarecrow,
matching the one hung over the Banqet table, peeped out of the wreath’s center. Orange pumpkin shaped candy dishes filled with candycorn/peanuts were available at opposing corners, as were gold dishes overflowing with cheddar/white chocolate puffs. Table appointments matched the plaid of the tablecloth. Individual bags of Heath Bars marked each place setting. Reta Chlapecka gave the Invocation and invited all members to enjoy the buffet. Chicken and Rice Casserole, Salsa and Chips and Reta’s Signature Lime Jello Salad were the menu items. Dessert of Butter Pecan Cake was saved for later. President Carolyn Marek called the meeting to order by leading “The Pledge of Allegiance”.
Nine members answered roll call with “What I am Thankful for”. Gloria Strohl read minutes of October meeting and they were approved as read. Donna Coleman gave the treasurer’s report.
were so glad to have Louise and Virginia back after last month’s abscence. The first order of business was reviewing our Club Christmas Card list. After updating the list, Reta volunteered to address the cards. Christmas Club Menu was decided and everyone chose their contribution. Next, angel tree duties were appointed. The Angel Tree Program is our club project for each December. Donna gave a very informative program on Home Energy Solutions, a project of Entergy Arkansas to help conserve energy. She reported on analysis for both her home and her mom’s home. Every club member vowed to call and make an appointment immediately. Entertainment was two games of Card Bingo. Winners were Louise
Hostesses Donna and Reta Chlapecka Carolyn gave the club an update on Connie, who had recently undergone hip surgery. She was unable to attend and we missed her greatly. We
Mangum and Carolyn Marek. The delicious Butter Pecan Cake was served and immensely enjoyed. The meeting adjourned.
Letter to the Editor Three years ago when mother died, I thought I was supposed to write a short obituary and only tell the necessities about her. But since then, I’ve seen so many long obituaries that it’s not funny. I’ve felt I cheated on my mother’s story. So let me tell about my mother, Girtha Irene Harden. She married my dad at the age of 16, and became a widow at age 37. She had spent a lot of time over an 18 month period of time at the bedside of our Dad before his death. She worked hard
at whatever she could to help take care of 4 children who still were under age and still living at home since Social Security is never enough to totally take care of living expenses. She did a good job, for we children all earned our diploma. She worked hard all her life and for as long as she could in life. She loved life and she loved her family. I can’t believe she’s been gone just over 3 years. I miss my Mother, my friend, and my traveling companion. I had the privilege of
traveling with her to Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Austria. My family also took her with us to Ireland. And she had also been to Canada and Mexico. She enjoyed every bit of it. So, did I except for the suitcases, but would do it all over again if I had a chance. We so so many things that most people don’t ever get a chance to see. So, I daughter, Laverne, truly miss my dear sweet Mother, Girtha Harden, from DeValls Bluff, Ar. I expect to see her again in a righteous New World
where the Bible promises there will be no pain, no death, and no sorrow because his attention will be given to MANKIND, not angels. (Revelation 21: 4,5). At Psalms 115: 16 Jehovah God said the earth will always be here forever. (More about her hope and my hope can be found at jw.org). My Mom knew of that promise and died knowing I will be looking for her in person right here on a Paradise earth. By Laverne Harden Nicholas
Hutchinson to take viewer questions on AETN Nov. 20
Ques stions s,comments s encourag ged.... CONWAY, Ark. (AETN) - "Arkansans Ask: Gov. Asa Hutchinson" will air on the Arkansas Educational Television Network Monday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. Gov. Hutchinson will answer questions from around the state about the economy, education, health care and other issues in this special appearance. Rex Nelson will host. Viewers may submit questions and comments during the live broadcast at 800-662-2386, paffairs@aetn.org or on Twitter with #ARAsk.
The Arkansas Educational Television Network is Arkansas's only statewide public media network, which enhances lives by providing lifelong learning opportunities for people from all walks of life. AETN delivers local, award-winning productions and classic, trusted PBS programs aimed at sharing Arkansas and the world with viewers through the distinct channels AETN PBS, AETN Create, AETN PBS KIDS, AETN World and AETN AIRS on SAP. Audiences can also watch
on several digital platforms, and members with AETN Passport have extended on-demand access to a rich library of public television programming. AETN depends on the generosity of Arkansans and the State of Arkansas to continue offering quality programming. Additional information is available at aetn.org. AETN is broadcast on KETS (Little Rock), KEMV (Mountain View), KETG (Arkadelphia), KAFT (Fayetteville), KTEJ (Jonesboro) and KETZ (El Dorado).
(L to R) Inside the “Sight and Sound Theater” at Branson, MO, members of Prairie County Retired Teachers Unit are ready to see the musical, “The Miracle of Christmas.” Those making the trip are Chris Weems, Vernard and Alice Metcalf, Vi Gresham, Debora Carpenter, CHarles Oldham, and Gereta and Lindsey Smith.
Celebrate and support local businesses Small Business Retired Teachers make trip to Branson to see musical Day Saturday, November 25 By Chris Weems
By Rhea Landholm, Center for Rural Affairs Growing up, I would earn a quarter per chore – a quarter each for washing dishes, dusting, sweeping, and more. I pocketed the quarters, hopped on my bike, and rode four blocks to the main thoroughfare in my town of 1,000. I would peruse toy racks at the pharmacy and hardware store; drool over bulk candy at the grocery store and the flower shop; and peer at notepads in the glass case at the newspaper office.
These locally-owned businesses received all of my hard-earned quarters. At age 8, I didn’t realize I was supporting small businesses or the local economy. I also didn’t think to save my quarters for spending at a big box or department store. I only knew how handy it was to be able to shop in my community. Main street businesses are an important part of our life in rural America, and Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 25, is the perfect time to celebrate them. Show your support by making pur-
chases, which keep locally-earned dollars in your communities. In 2015, U.S. small businesses represented 99.7 percent of businesses with paid employees, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. When we shop, eat, and have fun at local establishments, we benefit our neighbors. During this holiday season, and year round, #ShopSmall. Support your community, your friends, and your way of life. When local businesses succeed, we all win. rheal@cfra.org,
A group of Retired Teachers from Prairie County made a trip to Branson last Wednesday through Friday, November 8-10, to see the Christmas musical, “The Miracle of Christmas.” Some traveled on the Bucket List Bus from Hickory Plains, Arkansas and some traveled by car. Once in Branson, all traveled on the bus with driver, Charles Oldham, to hop, to sign-see, to go to the theaters, and any place else anyone wanted to go. “Deborah Carpenter knew they way to everything without all the traf-
fic jams,” Chris Weems said. Wednesday afternoon and most of Thursday were Spent “shopping until we dropped”. Friday night part of the group went to the Welk Theater and saw “The Million Dollar Quartet.” Charles said, “It was a good show, and we can’t tell too much about it, because it may make some disappointed if they go to see it, sorta like telling how the mystery ends.” The bus made two side trips on the way home. In Harrison, they stopped and drove through the Maple Wood Cemetery, a very large, well-kept
cemetery. They stopped to look at some of the older tombstones, some with pre-Civil War dates as well as some of the new designs. And in Conway, the bus went to the nursery in Lumber One. THey said everyone bought something, even though they had not intended to buy plants on this trip. Other trips are planned for the group. Some will be day-trips and some may be one or two nights, they said, with hopes of going to Rohwer, Arkansas to see what is left of the Japanese Internment Camp and to go to the Museum.
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State Capitol Week in Review From Senator Jonathan Dismang LITTLE ROCK – In its past two regular sessions the Arkansas legislature has lowered state income tax rates and also made significant reductions in other types of state taxes. In preparation for the next regular session, in 2019, a panel of legislators is working on further tax reductions. The Senate chairman of the group has said that further reductions of about $100 million a year should be a starting point for income tax reductions. The Tax Reform and Relief Legislative Task Force has 16 members – eight from the Senate and eight from the House of Representatives. Its duty is to recommend changes in the state tax code that will create jobs and make Arkansas more attractive to businesses. Also, it will recommend reforms that will modernize and simplify the tax code, while making it fairer for all taxpaying entities within the state. During a series of early November meetings at the Capitol, the task force concentrated on the structure of the Arkansas sales tax and our various excise taxes. In December the task force is scheduled to focus on property taxes and will bring in experts from other states that have recently enacted tax reforms.
Sales taxes are one of the three major sources of revenue for Arkansas state government, along with individual and corporate income taxes. The task force has contracted with a consultant to research our tax structure and compare it with other states. The research indicates that Arkansas is very near the national average in the percentage of state revenue that is generated by sales taxes. Nationally, the average is 47.5 percent and in Arkansas it is 48.6 percent. Sales taxes fall within the category of taxes on consumption. One of the main arguments against over reliance on sales taxes is that they can be regressive, meaning that poor people pay a higher proportion of their income on sales taxes than do people in upperincome brackets. On the positive side, sales taxes are economically efficient because almost everyone pays them. They are not collected on two major generators of economic growth, which are capital investment and people’s savings. They do not create a disincentive that dampens people’s motivations to work and earn more. The Arkansas sales tax
was adopted in 1935 and the current state rate is 6.5 percent. In 1981 the legislature granted cities and counties the authority to hold elections on locally applied sales taxes. Voters in more than 200 of the state’s 500 municipalities, and in 73 of our 75 counties, have approved local option sales taxes. Arkansas, like most states, has approved exemptions from the sales tax for specific industries or products. Groceries and medications are commonly exempted, either partially or totally. Arkansas exempts motor fuels from sales taxes, which lowered state revenue by $380 million in 2011. However, motorists and truckers paid even more in taxes when they filled their tanks. In 2011 motor fuels taxes on gas and diesel generated $444 million. Excise taxes are collected on specific items or activities, such as tobacco, alcohol, tourism and gaming. Nationally, excise taxes generate 16.2 percent of states’ revenues, on average. In Arkansas they generate 13.5 percent of state revenue, or more than $1.3 billion a year.
Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: LENORA ELIZABETH HALLMAN, DECEASED CASE NO. 59S PR-17-22 NOTICE TO CREDITORS & HEIRS REGARDING APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR & FILING OF CLAIMS Last known address of decedent: 8246 HWY 302 E, DE VALLS BLUFF, PRAIRIE COUNTY,
ARKANSAS. Date of death: 7-19-17.
November, 2017. Submitted by, /s/ Stanley Joe Hallman
The undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate of the above decedent on the 6th day of September, 2017.
STANLEY JOE HALLMAN 721 DAVIDSON RD. BEEBE, AR 72012
All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) 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 the 15th day of
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Bill benefiting beginning farmers introduced in U.S. House of Representatives by Center for Rural Affairs On Wednesday, the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Opportunity Act was introduced in Congress by Reps. Tim Walz (D-MN) and Jeff Fortenberry (R-NE). The bill is to ensure the 2018 farm bill focuses on the future of American agriculture by driving investment toward programs and policies that create opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers. The Center for Rural Affairs understands the challenges beginning
Soybean oil finds its way into food products such as margarine, salad dressings and cooking oils. In fact, soy beans are now found on almost every aisle of the supermarket. The journey to many supermarket shelves began right here in Arkansas. Grown in more than 50 percent of the state, soybeans are the largest row crop in Arkansas, covering more acres than rice, corn, sorghum and wheat combined. Soybeans, sometimes called “miracle beans,” deliver essential nutrients and high-quality protein to people and farm animals. Recently, the Governor declared November as Arkansas Soy Bean month. Arkansas ranks 10th in the nation for soybean production. And recently for the first time in state history, Arkansas achieved a state yield average of 50 bushels per acre. In 1925, Jacob Hartz Sr. planted and harvested the first recorded crop in Arkansas. Today soybeans are among Arkansas’s most valuable crops. The 3.1 million acres harvested last year in 41 of Arkansas’s 75 counties yielded 145.7 million bushels valued at $1.4 billion. In 1971, the Arkansas General Assembly established the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board to provide producers in the state with an organization that works to improve the soybean industry. The board consists of nine unpaid soybean producers nominated by various agricultural organizations within Arkansas and appointed by the governor. Wrapping up the 2017 harvest, the Arkansas Soybean Promotion Board (ASPB) is partnering with Arkansas-owned restaurants across the state during Arkansas Soybean Month for their educational food program, the Kitchen|Fields Table Tour. Developed to raise awareness about the soybean industry in Arkansas, the Kitchen|Fields Table Tour encourages Arkansans and all who visit the restaurants to eat soy foods and soy-fed protein, such as pork, beef, turkey and chicken because of the essential nutrients and high-quality protein received in their diets. During the month of November, Kitchen|Fields
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farmers and ranchers face, and has endorsed the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Opportunity Act. According to Anna Johnson, Center policy program associate, the average age of today’s farmer is 58 years old. Over the course of the next five years (the duration of the next farm bill), nearly 100 million acres of farmland are predicted to change hands. “While some retiring farmers and ranchers will pass their land and operations to their children or other relatives, many are heading
toward retirement without a succession plan in place,” Johnson said. “And, beginning farmers taking over lack guidance. We need to support policies that ensure they have the necessary tools and resources to be successful.” The bill expands beginning farmer and rancher access to affordable land; empowers producers with the skills needed to succeed in today's agricultural economy; ensures equitable access to financial capital and federal crop insurance; and encourages commitment to conservation and land stewardship.
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NOTICE OF POSTED LAND All propertyowned by Maxine Petrus is posted against trespassing and hunting. All previous permission to hunt is revoked. Violators will be presecuted. (11-8-17) 4tc
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NOTICE OF POSTED LANDS The following lands in the Northern District of Arkansas County, and the Southern District of Prairie County, Arkansas, have been posted by the Owner to prohibit trespass or entry upon the lands for any purposes: PROPERTY LYING IN THE NORTHERN DISTRICT, ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS: ALL OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 3 WEST, NORTHERN DISTRICT, ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS, LESS AND EXCEPT ONE ACRE IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF DESCRIBED AS: BEGIN AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION; THENCE RUN EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SECTION 210 FEET; THENCE SOUTH PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SECTION 210 FEET; THENCE WEST PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE SECTION 210 FEET; THENCE ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SECTION 210 FEET NORTH TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. THE WEST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 5 WEST, NORTHERN DISTRICT, ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS. THE FRACTIONAL SOUTHWEST QUARTER (SW¼) OF SECTION FOUR (4), TOWNSHIP TWO (2) SOUTH, RANGE FIVE (5) WEST, NORTHERN DISTRICT, ARKANSAS COUNTY, ARKANSAS. ALL OF THE WEST ONE-HALF (W½) OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 5 WEST,
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NING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTH AND SOUTH CENTERLINE OF SAID SECTION 35 WITH THE EAST AND WEST CENTERLINE OF SAID SECTION BEING THE EXACT CENTER OF SAID SECTION 35; RUNNING THENCE SOUTH ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH CENTERLINE OF SAID SECTION A DISTANCE OF 24 CHAINS TO A POINT; THENCE WEST 1.32 CHAINS TO THE EAST LINE OF A DRAINAGE CANAL RUNNING THROUGH SAID E½-SW¼ OF SAID SECTION 35; THENCE NORTH PARALLEL WITH THE SAID NORTH AND SOUTH CENTERLINE TO THE EAST AND WEST CENTER SECTION LINE; THENCE EAST 1.32 CHAINS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, BEING A RECTANGULAR STRIP OF LAND OFF A PORTION OF THE E½SW¼ OF SAID SECTION 35, AND CONTAINING 3.17 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. PROPERTY LYING IN THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT, PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS: THE SOUTH ONE-HALF (S½) OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 5 WEST, SOUTHERN DISTRICT, PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS. (PARCEL NO. 001-02465001) PART OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF (S½), LESS 11.62 ACRES, OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 5 WEST, SOUTHERN DISTRICT, PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS. (PARCEL NO. 001-02466-000) Owner: Karen S. James d/b/a Merrigreen Acres 215 W Palm St Lonoke, AR 72086 (11-1-17 3tc)
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Hornets continue to the 2nd round of 2A playoffs by defeating the Parker’s Chapel Trojans 30-6 6 Friday night by Ross Harper The Hazen Hornets will move on to the second round of the playoffs after defeating the Parkers Chapel Trojans on Friday. Although difficult at times, the Hornets managed a win with a final score of 30-6. Hazen's opponent Friday night was very much unlike the teams seen in the preceding five or so games. Parkers Chapel clearly possessed abilities in the game of football, especially in the passing aspect. This team was not an average 5seed, but the Hornets took care of business nonetheless. Hazen did, however, get off to a scary start; they lost the opening kickoff to the Trojans, putting them in very good scoring position. The Hornet defense did its job, though, and Parkers
Kade Perry tackles a Trojan while #5 Jacob Weems, #77 Cayden Glover, and #10 Blayne Toll look on. An unidentified hornet assists.
Ay’Jon Green looks with determination toward the goal line.
Chapel punted the ball to the 4-yard line. Hazen then drove the ball down the field for most of the remainder of the first quarter, finally scoring on a run by Tarrell Penn. The conversion was nogood, but the Hornets were on the board at 6-0. The Trojans managed to drive the ball inside the ten-yard line on their next drive, but Hazen came through again and got a stop on 4th-andgoal. On the next drive, Ay'Jon Green scored the Hornets' second touchdown of the night, this time with a good conver-
sion. Up 14-0, Hazen allowed the Trojans' only touchdown. Their conversion failed, but they cut into the Hornet lead 14-6. In the third quarter, a back-and-forth continued between the two teams until Green finally punched it in for the Hornets. The following conversion was good and Hazen was up 22-6. The final quarter consisted of much frustration for the Hornets. After getting a stop and getting to firstand-goal situations, Hazen failed time and again to score due to penalties and busted
plays. They did manage to score eventually, again on a run by Green. The conversion was good, and the score came to 30-6. With the game effectively over, the Hornets attempted to run out the clock and end the game. This win moves the Hornets on to round two of the playoffs. They will play the Magnet Cove Panthers at home at 7:00 p.m. _________________
#7 Luke VanHouten brings down #7. (Picture on the right). Pictures courtesy of Tracy Caviness.
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