Hazen Girls Softball @ Glen Rose Hazen Chamber of Commerce meeting 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday March 18
Big Trash PickUp in Hazen Carlisle City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.
Thursday March 20 Spring Begins
Hazen’s Cheer Tryouts Hornets’ Nest
Hazen City Council Meeting 5:30 p.m. City Hall
Friday March 21-28 Spring Break Hazen Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and
Arkansas 4-H members experience government in action at 4-H Day at the state capitol
By Amanda Stark Sinkey
Prairie County 4-H Program Assistant
On Tuesday, March 4, Arkansas 4-H hosted its annual 4-H Day at the Capitol, bringing together more than 600 4-H members, volunteers, and faculty from across the state. The event provided participants with a unique opportunity to engage with state government leaders and
learn firsthand about the legislative process. Among those in attendance were four members from Prairie County 4-H—Alyssa Tiner, Wyatt Tiner, Roper Thornton, and Haylea Van Gorden— accompanied by FCS/4H Agent Emilee Moody and 4-H Program Assistant Amanda Sinkey. During the event, participants observed legislative proceedings in
the Arkansas House, Senate, and State Supreme Court, gaining insight into how laws are made and government functions. One of the highlights for the Prairie County delegation was meeting Representative Jeremiah Moore, who represents part of Prairie County. Representative Moore took time to explain the legislative process, discussing how bills are
introduced, debated, and voted on.
“We truly appreciate Representative Moore for taking time out of his busy day to meet with us and share his knowledge,” said Amanda Sinkey.
In addition to their discussion with Representative Moore, the Prairie County 4-H members toured the Arkansas State Capitol and visited the State Treasury Department,
where they learned about the financial operations of the state government.
4-H Day at the Capitol serves as an educational experience for young leaders, allowing them to connect with lawmakers and develop a deeper understanding of civic engagement. For Prairie County 4-H members, it was an inspiring day filled with learning, networking, and hands-on government education.
City of Carlisle receives Arkansas Parks grant
Carlisle has plans to renovate the existing concession stand and restroom buildings at Carlisle City Park and Rockefellar Park with a $104,137.98 grant that was received from the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.
The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism is awarding $3.85 million in FY2025 Outdoor Recreation Grants to projects within 20 counties across the state. The grants fall into two categories: Facilities for Underdeveloped Neighborhoods (FUN) Park grants and matching grants.
"The Outdoor Recreation Grants Program (ORGP) has provided $55.47 million in matching grants since 1988 and $17.4 million in FUN Park grants since 1991,” said Secretary Shea Lewis.
“These funds have undoubtedly enriched the quality of life for Arkansans statewide, fostering greater access to outdoor recreation
Receiving the grant from Governor Sarah Sanders is Mayor Jon Plafcan, Sissy Dryer, Anne Anderson. Pictured with the Carlisle group are representatives from the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism.
and bolstering the vitality of local economies."
These awards have helped cities and counties develop public outdoor recreation facilities.
“I want Arkansas to be the best state in America to live, to
work, and raise a family. But in order to do that, we have to make big improvements to things like our schools, our state parks, and public safety. We are proud to announce that $3.85 million we’re dis-
tributing will stretch across Arkansas and across outdoor activities,” said Governor Sanders. Project officers make recommendations regarding the feasibility of proposed facilities,
eligibility for grant monies and other facets of the planning process. Each year, nearly 200 site visits are conducted to assist local communities.
"The Outdoor Recreation Grants Program plays a vital role in expanding access to quality outdoor spaces across Arkansas," said Katherine Andrews, director of the Office of Outdoor Recreation. "We are proud to support these 23 cities in their efforts to develop parks and recreational facilities that encourage active lifestyles, strengthen local economies and enhance quality of life."
"We aim to help Arkansas communities create and improve outdoor spaces, and these grants provide the vital support they need," said Terrance Youngblood, director of the Outdoor Recreation Grants Program. "We look forward to seeing these projects come to life and make a lasting impact across the state."
Frances Ann Caviness
Frances Ann Caviness, of Carlisle, slipped peacefully from this life on March 2, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with numerous health issues. Frances was born July 19, 1940 in Stuttgart, Arkansas; she was the daughter of Frank and Mary Skarda Halijan.
Frances is survived by her son, Brad Caviness and wife, Lori of Carlisle; her grandsons, Parker (Madeline)
Caviness of Carlisle, Perry (Mary Kate) Caviness of Little Rock, and Pierce (Alyssa) Caviness of Dallas, Texas; great-grandchildren, Gray and Harrison Caviness.
Frances leaves behind one brother, Frank Halijan Jr. and his sons, Doug, Darin, and Dean along with their families’.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 58 years, Kenneth Caviness; and sister-in-law, Brenda Halijan.
Frances was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Family was the center of her world. She spent many hours helping on the farm and was known as an excellent bookkeeper and organizer.While in good health Frances enjoyed the outdoors and kept her own yard and shrubs. She was very knowledgeable about horticulture and had a beautiful rose garden that she worked on timelessly.
Frances liked to stay
busy, she was an amazing cook, as those who were lucky enough to be invited to one of her lunches, would be happy to testify to. For many years Frances made the german slaw and hand rolled all the hush puppies that were served at Big K’s catfish barn. Between cooking, taking lunches to the field, and going to check on her beloved grandsons, Frances spent her time selflessly taking care of others. She was truly one of a kind and will be missed by all those who knew and loved her. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Angela Herrera, Amy Ferelee, and Regina Staton for the care and companionship they provided during Frances’’ illness. Visitation with the family was held on Wednesday, March 5th beginning at 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen, Arkansas. A graveside service was held on Thursday, March 6th at the Hazen Cemetery beginning at 11:00AM.
Garnett
Eugene Dodson
Clingmon, due in May. Other survivors include his sister, Debbie Kearby of DeValls Bluff and four nephews: Kavan (Michelle) Dodson, Keith (Lori) Dodson, Kirk Dodson, and Michael (Amanda) Kearby.
Preceding Garnett in death are his parents as well as brothers Royal, Kavanaugh (“Butch”) and infant Carl Raymond Dodson.
A graduate of DeValls Bluff High School, Garnett served as a field artillery guardsman for the National Guard before being federally mobilized for the Central High crisis of 1957. He joined Remington Arms in Lonoke, working as a mechanic and planning supervisor before retiring as a boiler operator and waste management specialist in 2002 after more than three decades.
Hazen, Arkansas. Interment immediately followed in the Pepper’s Lake Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the First United Methodist Church P. O. Box 712, Hazen, AR or the Pepper’s Lake Cemetery of DeValls Bluff, Arkansas.
Raleigh Gene Jones
children, and seven great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother Sarah Mae Dilday Jones, father Raleigh Matthew Jones, sister Carolyn Jones Watts, and his first wife Marianne Owens Jones Geater.
Phillip Howard Sayger
P.O. Box 370 111 Hwy 70 E Hazen, Arkansas 72064
Ph. 870-255-4538
Email: heraldpublishing@gmail.com
Family and friends are celebrating the life of Garnett Eugene Dodson of Hazen, who passed away on March 7, 2025, at age 85. Born on March 20, 1939, Garnett was the second child of Kavanaugh and Vannoy Dodson of DeValls Bluff, Arkansas. A lifelong resident of Prairie County, he married his sweetheart, Lana Jo Lloyd, in 1963. He and Lana had two daughters, Tracy (Scott) Maple of Wye and Kari (Troy) Sayger of Hazen. All three survive to celebrate his legacy. Garnett is also survived by several grandchildren and their significant others: Chelsea Jo Hancock of Benton, Shelby Jo Hancock and fiancé Preston Clingmon of Benton, Tyler (Matheus) Maple of Evans, GA, Kyle Maple and fiancée Sarah Morgan of Greenville, NC, Ryleigh Maple of Wye, Whitney Sayger of Biscoe. He was also eagerly awaiting the birth of his and Lana’s first great-grandchild, Oaklynn
He loved spending his off time with his family, watching the girls ride go-carts and four-wheelers and taking them to hunt deer at his “Honey Creek Hilton” lodge off Idlewild Road. When his girls were young, he would attend their dance recitals and pageants and teach Tracy to ski on the White River at DeValls Bluff. He spent many years growing an enviable garden of corn, okra, tomatoes, green beans, squash and peas.
Garnett and Lana traveled to Las Vegas, New Orleans, Canada and the Pacific Northwest with close friends Ralph (now deceased) and Mary Alexander Causby. For their 25th wedding anniversary, they visited Hawaii and took an aerial tour of the islands. In December 2005, Garnett suffered a debilitating stroke that left him paralyzed on his left side. The disability slowed him down, but it did not deter him from continuing to maintain his tractors and find innovative new ways to get chores done such as changing a tire with one good arm. He never met a stranger and kept visitors entertained with tales from his youth and his job at Remington. He will be dearly missed.
A visitation was held Monday, March 10, 2025 beginning at 1:00 PM with funeral service followed beginning at 2:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church in
Hazen Cemetery Donations
In Memory of Bobby Wilson By: Carol Wilson
In Memory of: Frances Caviness By: Henry and Gloria Strohl
The Simmons Family, Kathy, Jason and Josh
Upkeep: Eddie Ciganek
Donations are greatly needed and may be mailed to: Hazen Cemetery, P,O. Box 92 Hazen, Ar. 72064. Thank you for your consideration.
Raleigh Gene Jones, aged 94, passed away on March 2, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin at St. Mary’s Hospital. His second wife, Judy McGaha and three daughters Ronda, Suzan and Sarah were by his bedside when he passed away. Born on August 26, 1930, to parents Sarah May Dilday Jones and Raleigh Matthew Jones, Gene was a quiet, giving man who cherished his family above all. He devoutly followed his faith and was a longstanding member of the Baptist Church in Logan, Utah since March 29, 1964.
Gene served honorably in the United States Army from March 23, 1946, to March 22, 1949, including 18 months stationed in Korea. Following his military service, he embarked on a dedicated career as a machinist, initially with Fairbanks and Morris in Stuttgart, Arkansas, and later at Thiokol Chemical. While working at the Los Alamos National Laboratory, he went from a machinist to a tool and die, he was so proud of that. His career culminated at the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, retiring in 1988 (1967-1988). He loved hunting and made his own ammunition. He enjoyed watching Arkansas University football games. He was a provider not only in material terms but in love and guidance to his family and community.
Gene is survived by his second wife Judy Jones McGaha, five children, Sharon Ann Hunt (Travis), Ronald Gene Jones (Kim), Ronda Jean Mandry (Paul), Suzan Rebecca Davenport (Kevin), and Sarah Elizabeth Jones; his brothers Don Jones (Jan) and Howard Jones (Becky); 11 grandchildren, 20 great-grand-
Gene’s life was a testament to his strong values of family, faith, and service, leaving a legacy of love and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew him.
There was a graveside service, Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. in the Hazen Cemetery at Hazen, Arkansas. Arrangements are by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.
David L. Patterson
David L. Patterson, age 68, of Hazen, Arkansas passed away January 27, 2025 after a long courageous battle with cancer. David was born on March 29, 1956 in Little Rock, Arkansas. He selflessly served his country in the US Navy for 18 years. David then went on to work for the Lennox Corporation where he retired from after 20 plus years.
David enjoyed mowing his lawn, hunting and fishing, and he was always ready and willing to help anyone who needed it.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Patterson; his children, David L Patterson, Jr. of Virginia, Chris (Michelle) Drysdale of Delaware, Leslie (Joe) Jackson of Benton, Arkansas; two sisters, Sherry (Ervin) Riddle of Cabot, Arkansas, and JoAnn Albertson of Little Rock, Arkansas; Grandchildren, Haley Drysdale, Christopher Jackson, Mariah Jackson; and his fur baby peanut.
David was preceded in death by his sisters, Donna Karmer and Kathy Percivalle; and his brother Bobby Cole, Jr.
A memorial service for David will be announced at a later date.
Phillip Howard Sayger, beloved father, brother, and grandfather passed away in Lonoke, Arkansas on March 4, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born on September 24, 1943, in Brasfield, Arkansas and one of seven children to the family of Roy and Clora Sayger. Phillip led a rich and fulfilling life, working various jobs before finding his passion at Riceland Foods, where he spent his career in maintenance until retirement. He was known for his love of motorcycles, farming, and peaceful drives through the countryside. Phillip found joy in the simple things like mowing his yard, fishing, and spending time with family playing games or watching football. His kindness and warmth endeared him to all who knew him, and his presence will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Phillip will be remembered for his generous spirit and the love he shared with those around him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Clora Sayger, brother Ricky Don Sayger and sister Clora Mae Speaks. He leaves behind a legacy of love and fond memories to his son Jermey Howard Sayger and wife Molly, daughters Dora Jean Tolleson and Nerissa Faye Severa and husband Mike. He is also survived by his brothers, Buster Sayger and wife Rose, Paul Sayger and wife Wanda, sisters Virginia Campbell, and Faye Holland, five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and one great-greatgrandchild. A service to honor and celebrate Phillip’s life was held at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home in Brinkley on Tuesday March 11, 2025, from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M
Card of Thanks
I would like to thank everyone for your cards and ptayers while I have been going through my treatments. A special Thank You to the ladies of Center Point Church. Love, Georgia
Works (870) 552-5909 Submissions Must Be Received by: 1:00 P.M. (local time) on February 17, 2025.
The City of Carlisle (City) is requesting formal bids for an annual contract to mow/spray/trim and maintain city properties throughout the City. The selected bidder will agree to enter into a 1-year contract to provide this service, with the option to renew. Bid packages are available at no charge by contacting the Carlisle City Clerk Office at (870) 552-9420. Bids are to be addressed to Acting Mayor Jon Plafcan, City of Carlisle, AR, 215 South Court Street, P O Box 49, Carlisle, AR 72024. Bids will be received until 1:00 P.M. on March 17, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Late bids will not be accepted, and it is the responsibility of the bidders to ensure that bids arrive in the City’s office by the date and time listed above.
The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities and/or informalities and to disregard all non-conforming, nonresponsive, unbalanced or conditional bids. The City complies with all Equal Opportunity requirements. All qualified bidders will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, ancestry, mental or physical handicap or age.
Eagles open baseball with win over Quitman
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Des Arc Eagles opened the baseball season last week with a 8-7 win over Quitman. The Eagles then fell at Greenland 13-2 on Friday. In the win over Quitman, Des Arc scored twice in the first and second innings.
Quitman then scored five runs in the top of the third to lead 5-4.
Des Arc reclaimed the lead with three runs in the bottom of the fourth. The Eagles scored a single run in the bottom of the fifth.
Quitman tried to come back, scoring twice in the top of the seventh.
Walker Harris scored three runs to lead the Eagles. Also scoring were Hudson Goodman, Ben Kearby, Cole Eldridge, Chad McCary and Cane Childers.
Goodman, Eldridge and
Jacoby Tallent had two hits apiece. The Lady Eagles softball team started the season 0-2 with losses to Harding Academy and Beebe.
Harding beat Des Arc 2-1 on March 3.
Harding scored single runs in the first and third innings. Des Arc’s lone run came in the fourth.
Kaylie McDonald was driven in by Kymber Buckner.
McDonald struck out 12 Harding Academy batters in six innings of work. She gave up only one earned run.
In the loss to Beebe, Des Arc trailed 2-0 after four innings.
The Lady Eagles’ lone run came on a solo homer by Makayla Fowler in the fifth inning.
McDonald gave up two earned runs while striking out 11.
B ison open baseball season , going 1-1
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
Carlisle is 1-1 after a week of baseball action.
The Bison beat Class 5A Pine Bluff 16-3 in the season opener
March 3 then fell to Cross County 2-1 on Thursday. In the win over Pine Bluff, Carlisle trailed 10 after the second inning. The Bison then erupted for 12 runs in the bottom of the third.
After Pine Bluff scored twice int he top of the fourth, Carlisle scored four times to lead 16-3.
Bison pitchers Jonathan Packard and Eli Roberts combined for two earned runs and nine strikeouts in five innings of work.
Baylor Hauk and Ty Tanksley led the Bison with three runs scored apiece. Pickard and Tyler Thrift each scored twice. Also scoring were Kolton Bartley, Remington Gisclair, Roberts, Michael Spignola, Gavin Davis and Lane Bowman. Bartley, Thrift and Roberts had two hits apiece.
In the loss to Cross County, the Bison led 10 after three innings. The Thunderbirds scored single runs in the fifth and sixth innings.
PIckard scored the Bison’s lone run. Pickard, Tanksley, Roberts and Thrift each had one hit each.
Tournament achievers...
L a dy B ison win 3 in a row a f ter opening loss
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Carlisle Lady Bison opened the softball season last week, winning three of four games.
Carlisle lost to Beebe 43 on March 3. They beat Magnet Cove 10-3 on Thursday, Bigelow 15-6 on Friday and Horatio 11-7 on Saturday. In the loss to Beebe, the score was tied 2-2
after four innings. Carlisle scored once in the top of the sixth. Beebe scored single runs in the sixth and seventh to get the win.
Adrianna Motton and Makinley Cook scored for the Lady Bison.
In the win over Magnet Cove, the Lady Bison scored twice int eh second and four runs in both the fifth and sixth innings.
Motton and Angie Petrus led the Lady Bison with two runs each. Also scoring were Jessa Wiles, Kiersten Taylor, Ally Mooney, Cook, Madeleine Elder and Kylie Childers. Cook hit a homer.
IN the win over Bigelow, the Lady Bison took control with 11 runs in the first inning. They scored twice in the third and once in both
the fourth and fifth innings.
Motton was 2 for 3 with a homer and a double. Cook was 3 for 4 with two RBIs. Mooney and MaeCee Motton each had two hits. In the win over Horatio, Carlisle scored three in the first and eight in the second. Wiles scored twice to lead Carlisle.
HHS S ophmores hol d annual au c tion
The Hazen High School Sophmore Class held its annual auction and dinner on Thursday, February 27, in the Hazen Community Center. The emcee and auctioneer was Cody Snider. The barbeque meal with all the fixings was provided free of charge by Big Mouth Pizza. The class raised approximately $18,000. Farmers and Merchant’s bank helped with the tabulating. Here are some pictures from the event.
The Carlisle girls’ basketball team came away with second place at the recent district tournament held in Carlisle. (Ruth Corley photo.)
(Psalm 139:23-24) As if I didn’t already know ... by Dr.
Calvary Baptist Church West North Front Street, Hazen, AR
Adult Bible Study and Prayer 7:00 PM Children's Program 7:00
PM "HYPE" Youth 7:00 PM
James L. Snyder
I've been accused of many things throughout my life, but never having a great memory. It's not that I don't try to remember things; I can't remember things I'm supposed to remember. It has nothing to do with my age because it started as far back as I can remember. This dramatically affects my relationship with The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Her memory is perfect. She can remember things that actually never happened. How she does that is beyond my understanding. Trust me, I'm not going to ask her to explain it to me because then I would have to remember that explanation for the rest of my life. Some things are not worth remembering. It's not so much that I don't remember things, I just am busy when things are happing. I don't remember what's happening when I'm watching TV because I'm busy doing something else. When The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage is conversing with me, I don't remember everything because I'm busy doing something else. When I was young, one of my favorite authors was James
Center Point Missionary Baptist Church 2997, Center Point Road, Hazen, AR Bro. Brad Crumby Pastor
Sunday School: 10 AM
Worship: 10:50 AM BTC: 5 PM Worship: 5:50 PM Wednesday - Youth Night - 6:30 PM Hazen First United Methodist Church 211 North Hazen Avenue, Hazen, AR Phone (870) 255 - 4657
Pastor Chris Wright Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship Service: 10:55 AM
Hazen Church of Christ 204 Adams Street, Hazen, AR. Phone (870) 255 - 3633 Sunday - Bible Study: 10
AM Worship Service: 11 AM Sunday Night: 6 PM Wednesday Bible Study: 7 PM
Thurber, who wrote the short story "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," which later became a movie. When Thurber was young, he and his brother played a game called "William Tell," which I had never heard of before but somehow involved bows and arrows. In the middle of that game, his brother, by mistake, shot an arrow hitting Thurber in the left eye, causing him to lose that eye. Later, his other eye suffered, and he was almost completely blind. Thurber was a writer, and most of his writing was done in his head. Then, the next morning, he would sit down with his secretary, and she would write out the story as Thurber would dictate it to her.
Often, when Thurber and his wife were having dinner with some friends, his wife would say, "Jim, will you stop writing and listen to what we're saying?" Of course, he was always working on some short story wherever he was. Although I am not blind, I often do the same thing. I'm always working on a sermon, a newspaper column, or an article in my head even when I'm with others. I might be
St. Peters Episcopal Church
Highway 86, Tollville, AR.
Worship Service: 9 AM
Sunday School: 10:30AM
Family Christian Fellowship 603 W WashingtonHazen, AR.
Pastor Scott Skarda 501-516-5971
Sunday: 10 AM, Wed, 6:30 PM
New Bethel MB Church 8525 New Bethel Road
P.O. Box 87 Hazen, AR.
Pastor Bro. Freddie
McCann Sunday School 10 am
Sunday Service 11 am
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
Pastor Dyrek Foshee
7474 Highway 86 North, Hazen, AR
Sunday School: 10 AMService: 11 AM
Sunday Night: 5 PM
Prairie Chapel MB Church Center of North Washington & Woodlawn, Hazen, AR.
Rev. Maurice WilliamsPastor
Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship: 11AM
Wednesday 7 PM Bible Study
Carlisle Pentecostal
Church of God Scott & McDonald Sts., Carlisle, AR.
Rev. Cruthfield, Pastor Sun. School 9:45 A.M. Worship 11 A.M. Wed Prayer & Bible Class 7 P.M.
Fellowship M. B.
Church
Rev. Russell Penn, Jr. Senior Pastor 209 E. Claire St. Des Arc, AR 72040 (870) – 256-3622
Sunday School – 9:45 am Worship Service – 11:00 am
First Pentecostal
Church of Prairie County
3201 Hwy. 70 E., Hazen, AR (870) 255-9177
Pastor J N Holmes
Sunday 10 A.M.
Wednesday 7 P.M.
First Baptist Church
319 Court St., P. O. Box 25, Carlisle, AR
Phone (870) 552 - 7732
David Lee - Pastor Sun School: 9:45 AM Worship: 11 AM Awana: 5 PMWorship: 7 PM
Holy Temple COGIC
Elder McFadden, Pastor
St. John's Lutheran Church
Fifth and College Streets, Stuttgart, AR
Phone (870) 673 - 2858
Rev. Andrew Toopes, Pastor Worship: 8:00 am10:15 am
Sunday School & Bible
Class: 9:15 AM
Radio - KWAK 10:15 AM Sundays
www.stuttgartlutheran.co m
watching TV, visiting friends at some restaurant or just sitting at home with my wife. I can remember just about everything I'm writing in my head which I will write out later. That technique, which I learned from James Thurber, has greatly profited me. However, it has also hindered me in the social area. Even though I can remember what I was working on in my head at the time, I can't remember the conversation with people around me. I can never figure that out.
The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage often says, "Do you remember what I told you yesterday?" That is a question to ponder. Whether I say yes or no, I'm still in some trouble. Now, if she said something like, "Do you remember what you were thinking last week when we were at dinner with some of our friends?" I would remember almost to the word what I was thinking, but the talk around the table is beyond my recollection. Even while watching television, something will happen on some program, which will get me thinking about the sermon I'm work-
Carlisle First Methodist Church 215 East Third St., Carlisle, AR
Pastor - Joe Lowe
Phone (870) 552 - 7789
Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship: 10:45 AM
Immanuel Baptist Church
Pastor Bill Ricks Highway 13 North Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3100
Sunday School: 9:45 AM Worship:11 AM
Sunday Evening: 6 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Landmark Baptist Church 517 East Third, Carlisle, AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3568
Pastor Albert Young
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Worship: 10:45 AM
BTC 6 PM - Worship 7
PM Wed. Evening: 7:30 PM
St. Rose Catholic Church Highway 70, Carlisle,AR.
Phone (870) 552 - 3601
Father Shaun Wesley Sunday Mass 10:30AM English 12:00PM Spanish
Tuesday Mass 6:00 PM
Wednesday Mass in Spanish 5:30 PM Holy Hour & Confessions 6:05 PM
Friday (except First Friday) Mass 8:30AM Saturday Mass in English 5:00 PM
United Methodist Church of DeValls Bluff
Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff AR.
Pastor Chris Wright
Sunday Morning Worship: 9 AM
First Baptist Church of DeValls Bluff
Pastor Bobby Powers P. O. Box 358 Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff, AR.
Phone (870) 998 - 7118
Sunday School: 9:45 AM
Morning Worship: 11 AM
Evening Worship: 5 PM
Wednesday Evening: 7 PM
Mount Olive MB Church Highway 70, DeValls Bluff, AR. Rev. Tony Haskins
Sunday School: 9:30AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Peppers Lake Church of Christ Hwy 302, SE of DeValls Bluff, AR.
Sunday-Bible Study: 10 AM Worship: 11 AM
Evening Service: 6 PM
Wednesday - Bible Study: 7 PM
Union Chapel FreeWill Baptist Church Metcalf Road, Rt.1, DeValls Bluff, AR
Pastor Darrell Foster
Sunday School: 9:30 AM
Worship Service: 11 AM
Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Highway 86, Slovak, AR.
Fr. Shaun Wesley, School: 9:45 AM Mass: 8:30 AM Thursday Holy Hours 5:00 pm and Mass at 6:00pm Biscoe Baptist Church Biscoe, AR.
Pastor David Rogers
Sunday School: 10 AM
ing on. Pretty soon, I'll be working on that sermon and laying out details. I call it my thinking cloud. While watching TV together, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage sometimes laughs and says, "Did you hear that? Wasn't that funny?" I will look at her, laugh and say, "That was hilarious." Once, she looked over at me and said, "Did you really hear that joke?"
She knew I didn't hear that joke. Now, if she would say, "What were you thinking about when they told that joke?" I would immediately begin to respond and tell her what I was thinking. I have so much work to do that I need to take advantage of every bit of time to work on it. I don't necessarily have to be at my computer but as long as my brain is working, so am I. Whenever we have dinner with friends, I look forward to the next morning. During that dinner, my head is swarming with ideas and thoughts about a project I'm working on. One of these days, I'm going to thank those people for giving me the opportunity to think through a project I'm working on.
Worship Service: 11 AM & 7 PM
Training 6 PMWed. Service 7 PM
First Assembly of God Hwy 33 and U.S. 70 Biscoe, Arkansas Sunday Services: 10:30 A.M., 6 P.M.
Wednesdays WNYG, Kids Club, Bible Study 7 P.M.
St. John's Baptist Church Biscoe, AR 870-998-2777 Sunday School 10 A.M. Worship 11 A.M.
Rev. William Brownpastor
Holy Temple Church of God in Christ Elder James Clark, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 AM Worship Service: 11 AM
Jehovah Community Temple Church 710 Sycamore St, DeValls Bluff, AR Elder Ronnie Mosby Sunday 10:30 AM Monday Bible School 7 PM
Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Adam Bowman Hwy. 70 West of DeValls Bluff Sunday School-10:00
On occasion, the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and I are on a trip across town. While driving the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage will look over at me and say, “Ok, what are you thinking?” Because I’m thinking I don’t hear her at first. Finally, she gets my attention and I once replied, “Oh, I was just thinking of what a wonderful, lovely, gracious wife I have. I’m so fortunate.” She has a hard time responding to that. Great thought. A verse of scripture came to mind. Psalm 139:23-24, “Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” God knows what I’m thinking all the time. I want to discipline myself to have thoughts that honor and please God. To think about God is the great pleasure of being a Christian.
Dr. James L. Snyder lives in Ocala, FL with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Telephone 1-352-2163025, e-mail jamessnyder51@gmail.com, website www.jamessnyderministries.com
Miss Des Arc pageant winners announced
The Des Arc High School World Travelers Club sponsored the Des Arc schools pageant on March 1st. Proceeds from the pageant will help fund the club's trip to
this summer.
Miss Sr High winner Alana Payne, first alternate Kendall Berry, second alternate Jaylee Gladish, photogenic Kali Jo Willeford
Miss Jr High winner Ireland Saul, first alternate Matily McAnnally
Miss Des Arc winner and photogenic Jurnee Washington, first alternate Jolie Spratt
Miss Middle School winner and photogenic Abbie Payne, first alternate Lila Saul
Wee Miss: Hesslyn Treadwell
Baby Miss: Winner: Stella Buck, First Alternate and Photogenic: Harlow Treadwell
Miss Kindergarten winner Emersyn Lloyd, first alternate Erin Williams, second alternate and photogenic Nora McFarlin
Miss Elementary winner Ellie May McAnnally, first alternate Vivian Saul, second alternate and photogenic Lilyanne Anderson, second alternate Heidi Clemons
Miss Primary winner Julianna Saul, first alternate and photogenic Sutton Buck, second alternate Atarah Geisler
Lily Hinson provided the background music on her guitar.
