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Community Calendar of Events Wednesday December 25 Christmas Day

Remembering the reason for the season...

Wednesday January 1 New Year’s Day Monday January 6 Hazen Chamber of Commerce meeting 5:00 p.m.

Thursday January 9 DeValls Bluff City Council meeting City Hall 6:00 p.m.

Monday January 13 Carlisle School Board meeting 6:00 p.m.

Thursday January 16 Hazen City Council meeting 5:30 p.m.

City Hall Monday January 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Most local business and offices will be closed Thursday January 23 Food Distribution Hazen Methodist Church 10:00 a.m.

The Snider family put up this beautiful Christmas nativity scene complete with a star in the tree overlooking the Christ Child, Mary, Joseph, angels, wisemen, and animals. Sometimes with all the rush of the holiday season, its good to take a moment and remember the real reason for the Christmas season.

Metcalf appointed interim DVB Recorder/Treasurer

By Lisa Mills At the December 12th DeValls Bluff City Council meeting, Marcus Metcalf was appointed to the position of Interim Recorder/Treasurer.

Metcalf will replace Darlene Connor, who was appointed the Interim Mayor after the death of Mayor Thelma Gray.

In his letter requesting to be appointed, Metcalf said, “Being the city’s R/T is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to the community’s development and financial security.” He pledged to uphold truthful documentation, follow moral financial principals, and encourage effective use of available resources.

Letters requesting to be appointed were also received from Robin Troy, and Desha Thomas.

Resident Darla Thompson spoke to the council regarding the city’s vicious dog ordinance. She stated that she has had cats killed, her other animals attacked, and herself, and others being threatened by her neighbor’s dog. She said that she has spoken to the owner numerous times, as well as calling the police and filing affidavits with them and filing reports with the city. “It’s not just me”, Thompson said, “Others have called the police and complained, also. She said that she has 41 videos including one of her cat being killed on November 25th and she has submitted 10 of

them to the city and police. Thompson said, “The Police Chief said he didn’t know if the ordinance could be enforced without a city Animal Control Officer.”

Thompson ended by saying, “I just don’t understand why something can’t be done.” Council Member Alice Metcalf said that she has the same problem with a dog in her neighborhood, to the point that she has her husband walk her to her car in case the dog was around.

Council Members Pam Del Giorno, Shirley Goff, and Jackie Adcock all made comments to Thompson about having the right to protect herself, her animals, and her property, and they would have already killed the dog.

Thompson said that she really did not want to do that and shouldn’t have to when the city has an ordinance to take care of it. Police Chief Jeremy Murphy said that the owner has been charged and fined several times.

The council approved a motion to give city employees a 2.5% cost of living salary increase in 2025.

They also approved a $500 Christmas bonus for full time employees. Carol Griffin was appointed as an extra signee, in the absence of the Mayor or Treasurer.

Del Giorno read a text she had received from Alan Childress requesting that the city council deed the property next to his pizza building to his potential buyer since the previously proposed pavilion was never built

there.

Attorney Mike Stuart said that the city could not just give away the property but would have to sell it. Leah Woodall said that the city had paid back taxes on the property so they do have money invested in it. Del Giorno said she would tell Childress so the buyer could make an offer on the property.

Fire Chief Glen Gladish reported no fires, one vehicle accident, four public assists, and two drills in

November.

Police Chief Jeremy Murphy reported six arrests and seven citations in November. He also said that he had received word that the police department has been awarded a $74,411.60 grant from the Department of Public Safety.

The grant will provide another vehicle, dash cameras and body cameras, and will cover the cost of a required 5 year contract with Axon to

have the body cameras and be able to store the videos.

A building permit was approved for Jackie Adcock to add a porch to his property on Rhodes St. A building permit was approved for Grant Geisler to put a 14 x 60 mobile home at 891 Walnut St. Mayor Darlene Connor, and Council Members Jackie Adcock, Carol Griffin, Pam Del Giorno, Shirley Goff, and Alice Metcalf were present.

Prairie County 4-Hers attend Farm Bureau Ag Youth Leadership Day

By Amanda Sinkey PC 4-H Sponsor Prairie County 4-H attended the Ag Youth Leadership Day hosted by Arkansas Farm Bureau as a part of their annual Arkansas Farm Bureau Convention, scheduled on December 4th at the Hot Springs Convention Center. This event is an incredible opportunity for our youth interested in exploring and

expanding their leadership skills! The Farm Bureau invites 4-H and FFA members across Arkansas to attend each year. This year, Prairie County had four teens attend. Alyssa Tiner, Haylea Van Gorden, Cutter Thornton, and Trea Sinkey enjoyed a day of learning and networking.

This program has been designed to inspire and empower our young

leaders, providing them with networking opportunities and practical guidance as they grow in their roles. It provided a day of valuable learning, networking, and fun. The program began at 9:00 AM, with registration opening at 8:00 AM. Attendees attended workshops, the trade show, the General Session for the day, and the Awards Presentation.

Hazen Chamber Community events looks toward 2025 brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and

Please call The Grand Prairie Herald (255-4538) to list events.

The Hazen Chamber of Commerce met on Monday, December 9, to discuss upcoming events. It plans to hold wrestling matches again in 2025 in the spring, summer, and fall. The matches will be held in the Hazen Community Center, and the Chamber will be in charge of selling concessions.

The Chamber Banquet will be held in March and feature a silent auc-

tion, a speaker, and awards.

It was suggested that a different business be featured each month on the group's Facebook page. It was also suggested that a business sponsor list be started with gold, silver, and bronze donors recognized.

The election of officers will take place at the next meeting, which will be held on Monday, January 6.

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Margaret Lynn Powell Clawitter Margaret “Maggie” Lynn Powell Clawitter died peacefully on December 19, 2024, at her home in Ulm, Ark. surrounded by her family.

She was 85. Seeing beauty in every aspect of life, she infused her unique vision of it into everything she did— whether as a mother, grandmother, artist, cook, neighbor, or entrepreneur.

Maggie was born on July 14, 1939 in Stuttgart, Ark. to Chester Lynn Powell and Florence Bull who preceded her in death. A 1957 graduate of Stuttgart High School, she immediately moved to Houston, Texas where she briefly worked as a police dispatcher before returning to Stuttgart.

Known to many of her friends as Sissy, Maggie settled in Ulm with Jon Davie to begin building a family and take on her new role as a farm wife. She managed the homestead with humor and sincerity, finding ways to incorporate the joy she felt for those around her expressing it through conversation, dancing, and dinner gatherings.

Maggie eventually met Nunnie Kinder, an artist friend and mentor, who ignited a true passion – artistry and love of oil painting.

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Prairie Brush & Pallette Guild, her work showcased a deep understanding of form and color, painting canvases big and small as gifts for family and friends.

She went on to sell her work to collectors throughout Arkansas and one notable landscape painting was hung with reverence in Gov. David Pryor’s office. Her love of painting, with support from Nunnie, prompted her to start her own business, Uptown Framers in Stuttgart. Running the business for nearly fifteen years, she framed countless artworks, heirlooms, and memories that filled some of the finest homes in Arkansas.

Maggie led a life full of flavor, with a passion for delicious food. Her friends claim she was able to out-cook anyone in the county. Maggie wasn’t afraid of making a mess, but made sure her house was always spotless. She wore many hats as a community member, neighbor, and rural farm wife. She served as a Prairie County Election poll worker, and enjoyed cooking for the Ulm Hunting Club for several seasons.

Maggie is survived by her husband of 66 years, Jon Davie; three children and their spouses, Cathy (Skip Hula), Brent (Kelly) Clawitter, and Allyson (Steve Chlapecka); seven grandchildren, Christin Hula Bryant (Timmy), Megan Hula Marks (Justin), Steven Chlapecka, Jordan Chlapecka, Loren Clawitter, Hayden Clawitter, Cole Schrimsher, and Colin Clawitter; and two great-grandchildren Maggie Bryant and Hank Bryant. She is also survived by three siblings, Bob Powell of San Diego, Ca., Milton Bull of Conway, Ark., and Jeannine Haller of Stuttgart; her caregiver, Amanda Atkins; and a host of nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held at 2:00 PM at Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Ulm, Arkansas on Saturday, December 21, 2024 with interment immediately following.

Arrangements under the direction of Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging at UAMS for Alzheimer’s Research or to the Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

Evert Lynn McFarlin Evert Lynn McFarlin, better known as Lynny, entered the gates of Heaven just before daybreak on Saturday, December 07, 2024, at the age of

59. He was born on April 18, 1965, to Howard and Eileen McFarlin.

Lynny grew up working on the farm and driving across the country at a very young age.

He loved hunting, fishing, riding dirt bikes, fast cars, and building the best and the biggest pick-up trucks.

In January of 1988, Lynny married his beautiful bride, Lorie.

They had three children, Zach (Autumn), Samantha (Jerrod), and Laura (John). Lynny instilled merit in the lives of his kids. He taught them so many things: the value of family, a strong work ethic, how to hunt and fish, how to be strong, and that God is the most important thing.

After raising their kids, Lynny enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing with his wife. When grandkids came along, he loved to take them and teach them how to hunt and fish, too.

Nothing brought Lynny more joy than his family. He loved having a house full and cooking fish for the whole bunch.

Lynny was a hard worker; one like no other. He had the most loyal customers, of which many became friends, and several even family.

Some would say, if Lynny can’t do it, it can’t be done. They were right.

Lynny is survived by his mother, wife, kids, brother Michael, sisters Lorie and Kristie, eleven grandkids: Alana, Zachary, Paisley, Abbie, Cassie, Analeise, Bennett, Porter, Stetson, Carson, and Reagan; best friend Hollywood, and a host of family and friends.

Lynny was preceded in death by his dad.

Lynny will be forever remembered and cherished by his family and friends. His memory will live forever in our hearts. We have peace in knowing he was a believer in Jesus, and we will see him again one day.

John Lee Prislovsky John Lee Prislovsky, a long-time resident of Des Arc passed away Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 68.

John was born to Johnny Prislovsky III and Florence (McGahey) Prislovsky on August 21, 1956, in Stuttgart, AR. Growing up he and his family lived in Des Arc where they had Circle P Farms. He attended Des Arc Schools and enjoyed being the life of the party. When it came time to settle down, he began driving big rigs and cross-country travels.

After he married, he

was blessed with the birth of three children in his young years, Carly, Meryl and Ariel.

John loved hunting, especially squirrel hunting, fishing, and riding motorcycles. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and his beloved dog, Baby.

John was remarried January 2023 to Anna Campbell making their home in Beebe, AR. He was preceded in death by his parents.

John leaves behind a beautiful family, daughters, Carly (Prislovsky) Bokker, Meryl Prislovsky, Ariel (Vince) (Prislovsky) Tate, four grandchildren, one brother Morris Prislovsky and one sister Flo Kay (DL) Cleek.

A memorial service will be planned at a later date.

Carlisle team attends awards banquet...

On November 5th Carlisle livestock show team members attended the Lonoke County Fair Livestock awards banquet. Steele Thaxton was awarded with a plaque for his Market Lamb Junior Showmanship win and Caroline Bokker received her belt buckle for her Grand Champion Market Goat. Gracen Ingle and Caroline Bokker were also recognized for their service on the Junior Fair Ambassador board.

Carolyn Lee Sullivan

Biscoe EHC donates Carolyn Lee Sullivan, 78, of Bryant, passed blankets, gives gifts away peacefully on December 9, 2024 at home with family surrounding her.

She was born to Wilford Nichols, SR and Bertha Marie Robinson Nichols on October 30, 1946, in Des Arc, Arkansas. She was a 1964 graduate of Des Arc high school. After graduation Carolyn moved to Little Rock and attended the AR Baptist School of Nursing. After graduating in 1967 as an LPN, she began her career at AR Otolaryngology in Little Rock, retiring after thirty years.

Carolyn also did private nursing and PRN nursing at Parkway Village in Little Rock.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Wilford Nichols, Jr. and two sisters Helen Hammond’s of Paducah, KY and JoAnn Nichols of Des Arc, AR. She leaves behind her children Lance (Tammy) Lang, Kris Maddalena and Kim (Jeff) Brown, six grandchildren Courtney Lang, Kelsey Weber, Brandon Peach, Ashley Crow, Julia Maddalena, Amanda Maddalena, four great grandchildren Riley Weber, Chase Weber, Arie Huneycutt and Kenley Crow, one sister Diana (J.D.) Babb, countless nieces and nephews, and a host of friends and neighbors in Bryant, AR. A special thank you to her niece LeAnne Carpenter for the love and care she gave her Aunt Tootsie.

A Memorial Service was held for Carolyn, to honor her life, at Bingham Road Baptist Church of Little Rock on December 20, 2024, at 10 a.m.

Correction In the Des Arc solar meeting story, it was stated that the land on which the project will be built has already been purchased. This is incorrect.

The company plans to purchase the land in February of 2025. The company says that the taxes on the land will increase 234%.

We apologize for the errors.

By Mitzi Osborne On December 9, eleven members of the Biscoe EHC and four guests met in the beautifully decorated home of the hostess, Rita Farris.

Those celebrating at this annual EHC Christmas party were Mitzi Osborne, Bernadette Mosby, Debby Priest, Karen Golden, Janis Toll, Rita Farris, Opal Todd, Ardie Yates, Jackie Fogerty, Juanita Hutchinson, and Barbara Williams.

President Osborne Mitzi Osborne led a brief business meeting opening with the December thought: “Christmas is forever, not just one day. For loving, sharing, giving are not to be put away.” ~ Norman Wesley Brooks Inspiration leader, Juanita Hutchinson shared “A Christmas Thought,” a poem by Helen Steiner Rice based on Luke

19:32.

Members enjoyed a finger food luncheon as they fellowshipped.

Then everyone gathered at the FBC Biscoe fellowship hall to finish Christmas projects.

Members collected twenty-five blankets for the AEHC Blanket Drive for UAMS. They also assembled forty gift bags for nursing homes as a community service project.

Boxes of food items were contributed to our county community service project for the kids of the three public libraries. All items were delivered after the meeting.

The festivities ended with a lively activity for the gift exchange. Itwas a wonderful time of fun, food, fellowship, and sharing our blessings.

The next Biscoe EHC meeting will be held on January 13 at the FBC Biscoe Fellowship Hall at 10:30 am.

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Prairie County Quorum Court hears Samsung request for variance Stephen Morgason, the Land Manager for the renewable energy team of Samsung C&T America, along with two other representatives of the company, addressed the Prairie County Quorum Court at its December 10th meeting.

Justices Childress, Willeford, Calhoun, King, and Stallings were present, with Justice Hooks attending over the phone. Judge Lawrence Holloway was absent, and Stallings was chosen to lead the meeting.

Morgenson told the court that his company leased land for two solar energy projects in the county in 2023 and plans to build two projects - one in Des Arc and one in Hazen. The

projects are to be completed in 2028 with a 30 to 40 year lifespan.

The Hazen project will be built on 2500 acres and is expected to produce 400 megawatts of electricity. The Des Arc project will cover 1300 acres. The company is requesting a variance for the projects. The court will have a committee look at the proposal and give a report at the next meeting.

The county will receive no sales tax revenue from the two projects, but it will receive an increase in millage funds.

Leann Pool of CAPDD told the court that the county will receive a $1,216,000 grant to upgrade Livesay Road leading to the White

Representatives from Samsung C&T America address the Quorum Court about the recent solar ordinance that was passed.

River Energetics Company. The State of Arkansas will provide

$804,000 toward the project with the rest coming from the federal

government. The county will not have to match any of the funds.

Stallings gave the budget committee report. He said that after two meetings and many hours of deliberation, the final numbers show $2,875,000 in county revenue to cover $2.8 million in expenses.

The final expenses are still being reviewed, and an update will be given the first of January.

Under consideration is the $16,000 a year cost for the 30 phone lines hosted by AT&T. If the county decides to go with another company, the county office numbers will change.

Sheriff Rick Parson told the court that his department had been awarded a $75,000 equipment grant. With no other business, the meeting adjourned.

Hazen Council hears departmental reports The City of Hazen is in the process of completing its 2025 budget, according to Mayor David Hardke at the December 19 meeting of the Hazen City Council.

Present at the meeting were Recorder/Treasurer David Hoover and Council Members Dallas Taylor, Tim Juola, Bob Juola, Larry Anthony,

and Barbara Rogers.

Hardke said that the council will hold a special meeting to vote on the new budget once it is completed.

In addition to the budget, the city has been working to put together a personnel policies handbook and is developing government required I-9 verification

paperwork for the employees.

There was no old or new business to discuss.

In departmental reports, Fire Chief Seth Skarda reported four ambulance runs and one 18-wheeler wreck. The fire department also helped with the Chamber of Commerce’s “Christmas in the Park”

celebration, and held a party for the staff and their families.

Police Chief Bradley Taylor had nothing to report, but he did thank the council for its support for the Police Department throughout the 2024 year.

Utilities Manager Chad Swaim told the council that his department had

stopped some more water leaks, repaired two gas leaks, one near the nursing home and one behind the police station. Two culverts on Adams and Washington Streets were installed, and the sidewalks at the First Baptist Church and the Church of Christ were repaired.

Swaim also thanked the

council for its support.

Mayor Hardke said that the two filter beds and two new under drains have been installed , and new valves will be put in soon. The total cost for the work at the water plant is $163,464.93.

With no other business to discuss, the council meeting adjourned.

Des Arc receives grants, authorizes utility bonds

By Lisa Mills The Des Arc City on met Council December 17th with Mayor Roger Scott, Recorderer/Treasurer Janice Huffstickler, and Council members Jodie Mayher, Nicole Fisher, Judy King, Gail Burnett, and Keith Knupp present.

King announced that the Police Department had been awarded a 2025 Arkansas Public Equipment Safety The grant Grant. amount is $71,479.09

which was requested to install cameras in the city police vehicles.

Police Chief DeWayne Mayher stated that this grant application has several parts to it and it is very competitive so he was very happy to get it.

King also announced that the city had been $15,000 a awarded grant from Arkansas Rural Economic This Development. grant will be applied to the baseball complex project which is now King and underway.

Burnett recently went to the state capitol to receive the grant award from Governor Sanders.

Attorney Shep Russell from the law firm Friday, Eldredge, and Park in Little Rock introduced an ordinance authorizing the construction for improvements to the city’s water The ordifacilities. nance authorizes the issuance of water and sewer revenue bonds to finance a portion of conThe struction costs. ordinance was adopted.

The council approved a

$500 Christmas bonus for city employees who have been employed for at least one year.

The council approved a letter to be sent to the Arkansas Department of Transportation requesting that land parcels currently under a Land Use Permit to the city be legally transferred to The land the city. parcels include Lots 810 in Block 7, Lot 12 in Block 13, and Lots 3-9 in Block 14. An ordiadopted was nance approving the amended 2024 budget.

Knupp reported that he had been contacted by a resident whose son is buried at the city’s cemetery, asking if his dog could be buried on top of his grave. Mayor Scott said that the laws would need to be researched. Knupp said he had contacted several funeral homes and none had experienced this City type of request.

Attorney Rufus Buie said he would check into it.

Outgoing council member Mayher expressed her thanks for being

allowed to serve the city for the past four years and that she had done her best. Burnett said that she wanted to clarify that her reason for not seeking re-election had nothing to do with her husband’s illness but that she chose not to continue to be part of the environment. King said that she had experienced things in her six years of service that she she thought never would, good and bad.

All three wished the new members the best of luck.

City of Des Arc receives Rural Community Grant

By Gail King On November 11, 2024 the Governor’s Award Ceremony for the FY 25, Cycle 1 Rural Community Grant Program was held at

the Governor’s Conference Room in the Arkansas State Capitol in Little Rock Arkansas.

Judy Burnett and Gail King, City Councilpersons from

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the City of Des Arc with Conya Spencer Director of Economic Development, Central Arkansas Planning & Development represented the City of Des Arc in accepting the check in the amount of $15,000.00.

Becca Caldwell, Director, Division of Rural Services from Arkansas Economic D e v e l o p m e n t Commission is pictured with Judy Burnett and Gail King.

Picture of Governor Sarah Sanders awarding the check will be presented at a later date.

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Hazen cheer squad earns state 2-AA runner-up title

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Hazen High School Hornets cheerleaders are the Class 1A-2A state runners-up.

Hazen scored a 69.7 points on its routine at Bank OZK Arena in Hot Springs on Friday.

Junction City won the state championship by scoring 74.8.

“The athletes went through literal blood, sweat, tears, broken bones and sickness to win runner-up,” Hazen coach Kalyn Tension said. “I’m so proud of their work ethic and

determination to win a trophy. Although a trophy is not my main goal when coaching these athletes, my main goal as a coach is to instill in them the qualities it takes to be successful at whatever they’re trying to achieve in life — determination, dedication, commitment, discipline and respect are just a few.”

Tenison said 2023 was the first time that Hazen has competed since 2011. Hazen competed in the game-day portion of the competition. This year, the cheerleaders competed

in the performance competition.

“This involves more tumbling, stunts and jumps,” Tension said. “I told the girls it was going to require a lot of extra hours of practice on top of what we already do. They were determined and jumped in head first.”

Tenison said the squad started practicing for the competition last May. “We repped stunts over and over until they could do them without a bobble,” she said. “We practiced our jumps every single practice.

That led us to score the highest in the jump category in 2A at the competition.

“Our team word was positivity this year.

Anytime someone said something negative, we quickly corrected them with something positive.”

Team members include seniors: Karly Kinard (captain), Emma Cantwell (co-captain), Matt Alberson, Chloe Caldwell, Carson Kee, Makayla McCray and Chloe Rose; juniors Sophie Raper and Maci Sickel; sophomores Makynlee Anderson,

Ryleigh Cook, Kadence Fegley, Isabelle Gray and Jaylynn Thomas; freshmen Bella Roberts, Lainey Self, Tesla VanHouten, Paityn Watson and Jeremy Paris. Tenison is assisted by Morgan Mason.

Kinard spoke highly of her teammates.

“This year has been full of hard work and determination,” she said. “As the captain, I am incredibly proud of this team and all that we've accomplished. We could not have achieved state cheer runner-up without support of our coaches, families and communi-

ty.”

Cantwell said the squad worked hard and had incredible dedication.

“Every practice, every routine and every cheer was fueled by our determination to succeed,” she said. I am so proud to say that our efforts paid off as we earned the title of state runnerup. This wouldn’t have been possible without the support from our coaches, families and community. Thank you for cheering us on and believing in us every step of the way.”

Bison, Lady Bison play two games last week

Bison Linebacker honored as best 2A defender

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor Carlisle Bison senior linebacker Gabe Boyle was recently honored as the top defensive player in Class 2A. Boyle received the Farm Bureau Award for Class 2A defensive player of the year from Hooten’s Arkansas Football during a banquet last week in Little Rock. Other finalists were Brody Maroon of Murfreesboro and Brady Domokos of Conway Christian.

Boyle led the Bison to an 11-1 record and a conference title for the second consecutive season. He had 75 tackles, six tackles for losses and one interception. On offense, he caught nine passes for 125 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for a touchdown and passed for one. As a sophomore, Boyle played in the Class 2A state championship game as the Bison lost to Hazen.

“Personally, this award is a recognition of all the time and effort I

spent the last four years trying to be the best I could be,” Boyle said.

“I’d rather have been getting my finger sized for a run, but this is a nice way to go out with all that time and effort being recognized.”

Boyle started playing football when he was in the second grade.

“Playing for Carlisle meant everything to me,” he said. “Playing for this town meant everything to me.

Playing with these guys meant everything to me.

It will always be special.”

During Boyle’s three years in high school, the Bison won 32 games, which is reminiscent of what the Bison did dur-

ing the 1990s. When Boyle was a freshman, the Bison won only one game.

“Being a part of what has to be one of the greatest turnarounds in the state has been awesome,” he said. “:Seeing all of the coaches and players ay ‘things are going to change’ and get to work on changing the culture and bringing back excitement to the town has been awesome.

And I think the best is yet to come.”

Boyle said he is planning on enjoying the remainder of his senior year at CHS. “I have some opportunities to play college ball, but I haven’t decided where yet,” Boyle said.

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Carlisle Bison and Lady Bison played games against England and Palestine-Wheatley prior to the Christmas break.

The Bison dropped both games, falling to England 88-53 on Dec. 16 and PalestineWheatley 58-50 on Dec. 17.

In the loss to England, the Bison led 21-17 after one quarter. The Lions rallied in the second quarter to lead 42-28 at halftime.

Kaidon Clingmon led the Bison with 14 points. Cajuan Pernell had 11. Zadon Hale had eight. Israel King had six. Isaiah Powell had five. Tyler Thrift had

four. Bentley Parker had three.

Lawson Petrus had two.

In the loss to PalestineWheatley, the Bison led 16-12 after one quarter, but trailed 25-20 at halftime.

Clingmon led the Bison with 25 points. Powell had eight. Parker had six. Tyler Thrift and Petrus each had three points. Scoring two each were Pernell and Hale.

The Lady Bison lost to England 71-49 but beat Palestine-Wheatley 3820.

In the win over the Lady Patriots, Carlisle led 14-15 after one quarter and 27-14 at halftime.

Bliss Parker led Carlisle with 10 points.

McKenna Ellis had

nine. Bailey Dawson and and Tyler Lee had six points each. D’Shya Bunch had three. Aniya Zarate had two. Tessa Sanders had one.

Both Carlisle teams are playing in the Clarendon Lions Holiday Tournament beginning Thursday.

The Bison play HelenaWest Helena Central at 3:40 p.m.

Other first-round games include: Clarendon vs. Augusta, DeWitt vs. Marvell and Brinkley vs. Barton.

The Lady Bison play Clarendon at 7 p.m.

Other first-round games include HelenaWest Helena Central vs.

Marianna, DeWitt vs.

Stuttgart and Brinkley vs. Barton.

HES Little Dribblers perform...

The Hazen Pre-Kindergarten Little Dribblers showed their skills during the half time of the senior girls’ game last Thursday night. Their coach and teacher, Jennifer Smart gives instructions from the sideline.

Below Tinsley Penn and Carter Jane Skarda lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

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To Whom it May Concern. A 2003 Chevy Silverado VIN # 1GCGK13U63F169888, The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on February 2, 2024 per request of the Owner of the vehicle, and was towed to storage lot of 1111 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $450.00, and additionally The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $150.00 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 amounts 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 8am5pm, 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.

To Whom it May Concern. A 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN # 5NMS24AJ1PH539240 , The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on December 9th, 2024 per request of Arkansas State Police, and was towed to storage lot of 1111 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $250.00, and additionally The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $150.00 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 amounts 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 8am5pm, 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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Hazen residents brighten up the Christmas holiday season

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Prairie County Courthouse!