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Community Events Calendar Thursday March 29 GFWC Elsie McCain Club Meeting Murry’s Restaurant Hazen 6:00pm Friday March 30 Courthouse will be closed in observance of Good Friday, the DVB Courthouse will be open for Court only that morning
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Jake Mosby honored at signing of his biography Jake Mosby, a lifelong native of Prairie County, was the man of the hour at a book signing ceremony held at the Hazen Community Center on Sunday, March 25. The event began at 2:00 p.m. with a meet and greet followed by the welcome by Ms. Gladys Mosby. The invocation was given by Rev. Jimmy Mosby. Janis F. Kearney, President Bill Clinton’s biographer, was present for the event and told the approximately 50 people gathered there how she heard about Mr. Mosby through a friend who had sat beside him during a flight on a plane. The woman, another Clinton White House employee named Mary Ann Campbell, was also in attendance. Campbell said that when she listened to Mosby’s remembrances she knew that his story had to be documented. And she knew that
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Kearney was the person to do it. Mosby, who is 87 years old, is the grandson of slaves and has spent his entire life in the delta region of Arkansas. He is one of the only African Americans ever selected to be Arkansas’ Farmer of the Year. His book was published this month by Writing Our World Publishing. Throughout the after-
Monday April 2 Chamber of Commerce Meeting BanCorpSouth 6:30pm - 7:30pm Thursday April 5 GFWC Elsie McCain Club goes to Heifer International, Little Rock Monday April 9 Hazen Chapter #5 OES, Meeting Lodge Hall 6:15pm Tuesday April 10 Quorum Court Meeting Annex Building Des Arc 6:00pm Thursday April 12 Hazen Masons Meeting Lodge Hall 7:30pm Tuesday April 17 PC Retired Teachers Unit Meeting El Amigo Restaurant 1:00pm Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and the
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Janis Kearney speaks as Jake Mosby looks on.
County joins lawsuit against drug companies LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (March 21, 2018) – In a unified and unprecedented approach against the opioid drug industry, the state of Arkansas, Arkansas counties and Arkansas cities announced that together they have filed a lawsuit in the Circuit Court of Crittenden County. Included in the list are Biscoe, Hazen, and Prairie County. This unique litigation approach is unlike any others in the country and will represent 90 percent of Arkansas’s population, with 72 counties and 210 cities participating. It is believed that it will cost billions to stop the Arkansas opioid epidemic and that this money should come from the companies that caused the problem instead of taxpayers. “Though other lawsuits have been filed in federal courts across the country, Arkansas is the only state that has united in this fashion,” said Chris Villines, executive director of the Association of Arkansas Counties. “Instead of fighting and competing with each other on critically needed settlement dollars for our cities and counties, all of the cities and counties are working together to do what’s best for Arkansas.” The epidemic is real and has ravaged Arkansas families for years. While the U.S. experiences more than 42,000 fatal overdoses a year, Arkansas experiences over 400, a number that has increased nearly 300 percent since 2000 and coincides with opioid sales quadrupling. Additionally, Arkansas ranks second in the nation for ages 12-17 in misuse of opioids (4.67%) behind Alabama, which is also the only other state with a higher opioid prescribing rate than
Arkansas, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “It is hard to find anyone who hasn’t felt the effects of an opioid addiction from family, friends or even in themselves,” said Kirk Lane, Arkansas State Drug Director. “Though great strides have been made recently to curb the epidemic – especially helping cities fund necessary resources like the opiate antagonist Naloxone (Narcan) – much more could be done to fund ongoing programs for education and prevention.” In 2017, there were more opioid prescriptions than people – enough for every man, woman and child to have 80 pills per year. Hospitals and rehabilitation systems cannot keep pace with the influx of victims. The resources of public safety officials are constantly strained to meet the overwhelming needs of opioid-related emergencies. As a result, the state of Arkansas, its counties, cities and taxpayers have funded the enormous societal costs of the opioid epidemic, but have had insufficient revenue to turn the tide of the epidemic. “Arkansas’s one-voice approach to this lawsuit is one that gives us a seat at the table,” said Don Zimmerman, executive director of the Arkansas Municipal League. “Neither the state or any county or city is big enough alone; this litigation approach ensures that recovered damages remain in Arkansas.” For more information about the lawsuit, or to find additional resources on the opioid epidemic in Arkansas, please visit ARCounties.org, ARML.org or APERMA.com.
noon, Mosby heard tributes from friends and family members including Don and Scott Strong, Bernice Kimbrough, Bernard Jones, Frazzier Mosby, and his son, Ronnie Mosby, who introduced him to the crowd. After a few words of thanks to all of those, both living and dead, who helped him along the way during his lifetime, Mosby retired to a table where
he signed copies of his book that were being sold. A reception was held in the community center during and after the book signing. More information about purchasing the book “Jake Mosby Story: A Man for all Seasons”, can be found at getsunset@att.net or calling Writing Our World Publishing at 501-7722930. (More pictures p.4.)
Des Arc City Council accepts bids, amends local dog ordinance The Des Arc City Council met March 20th for their monthly meeting. Those present were Mayor Jim Garth, Recorder/Treasurer Chrisana Knupp and council members Jodie Mayher, Ray McVay, Janice Huffstickler, Anna Beth Fisher, Welton Robinson and Steve Bryan. After prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, motions were passed to approve the February minutes, financial report and payment of bills. Several bids were accepted during the meeting. These included the acceptance of the one sealed bid received from Cindy Kilgore for $350/month for cleaning the restrooms at Riverfront Park. Four sealed bids were opened and read for mowing Riverfront Park, and the lowest bid, received from Edward Dunlap, for $600/month (at least once per week) starting April 1st was accepted. A motion was approved
to accept the one sealed bid received from Jessie Tackett for $450/month for mowing at water towers and pumping stations. Four sealed bids were also opened and read concerning the city’s sale of the 1990 Ford Ranger. The council accepted the highest bid from Jeff Treadwell for $550. In the committee and departmental reports, Animal Control Officer DeWayne Mayher reported that 14 dogs had been picked up, 3 reclaimed, and 5 had been rescued/adopted. Two citations and 2 warnings had also been issued. Ray McVay reported that the Senior Citizen Center is working to get a new van. Police Chief Rick Parson reported 13 traffic tickets were issued, 3 felony charges were filed, and 2 misdemeanor charges had been filed. On the recommendation of the Planning Commission, an ordinance was approved to rezone property owned by
Lynn Calhoun from R-1 Residential to C-2 Commercial. An ordinance was approved to amend the city ordinance pertaining to licensing of dogs, leash laws and dangerous breed dog laws. A motion was also approved to reappoint Ray McVay to the Planning Committee for another 5 year term. Ronald Eans requested the city pay a portion of the water bill at the county fairground arena area.. A motion was approved to pay up to $250. Harvey Joe Sanner addressed the council concerning the housing shortage in town. He said that with new jobs coming to town the situation will get even worse. He suggested the council members look into ideas that might solve the problem. Afterwards. Mayor Garth called the meeting into executive situation to discuss personnel. The meeting was called back to order with no action taken.
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Sandra Jean Hamm-Smith Sandra Jean HammSmith, age 63, of Hazen was called home March 21, 2018 after a two year battle with cancer. S h e retired f r o m Lonoke W a l Mart as D e p t Manager for 17 years. She is survived by sons, Shawn (Tyler) of Rison, and Tyler of Hazen; daughter Deanna of Carlisle; grandchildren, Hailey and Brennan Smith and Shelbi Melcher. She was preceded in death by her husband of 29 years, Dan
Smith. Visitation was held Sunday, March 25 from 46 p.m. at Boyd Funeral Home in Lonoke. Funeral was at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 26 in the chapel of the funeral home. The family wishes to express a special thanks to the North Little Rock Hospice Staff for their love, care and support during Sandra’s illness. A big thank you to Sandra’s hospice nurses, Jennifer and Codi, and Sandra’s daughter-in-law Tyler, with Pine Buff Hospice, who went the extra mile to ensure Sandra’s comfort upon departing to be with her Heavenly Father. In honor of our mother, Mimi, the family requests everyone wear pink for cancer awareness.
Winners of the Hazen Public Library Golden Egg prize... The Hazen Public Library had to cancel their outside egg hunt on Tuesday, March 20, due to rain, but kids still came by to pick up egg-filled bags for Easter. The winners who found the Golden Eggs are pictured above. (Pictures courtesy of Hazen Public Library.)
Prairie County Master Gardeners finalize plans for garden event By Chris Weems Tickets for the PC Master Gardeners' fundraiser, "Gardening on the Grand Prairie " were distributed Tuesday night at the regular meeting at BancorpSouth. The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 28, from 9:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., when the group will go on the Garden Tour to the home of Lonna and Jimmy Rhodes, weather permitting. Tickets are available from members of PC Master Gardeners or you may pick some up from Roxanne Bradow at the Herald Office on Monday, Tuesday or Friday morning. Tickets are $20.00 each and include lunch, vendors of plants and artwork, door prizes, two speakers and the tour. Speakers are Randy Forst, Staff chairman of Pulaski County Extension Service and Jackie Johnson, owner and operator of Lauren's Gardens in DeWitt and Stuttgart. They will talk about some points of landscaping and other topics. Sue Clayton, presided for the meeting with 22
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members and one visitor present. Sue asked for volunteers for specific jobs and appointed others for the fundraiser. Susan Winkler, food chairman talked about how she planned to serve the meal and what members would be doing to help. .Sue said that the FFA will have the plant sales outside, is it's not raining. Times will be designated for the sales and door prizes. Those who attended the State Flower and Garden Show at the State Livestock Show Grounds were Janet Tarnage, Janis Toll, Leonard Chamblee, Lynda Andrews, Janice Sample,
Susan Winkler, Laranda Dunlap, Chris Weems and Linda Price. They reported that it was well attended and had interesting topics and speakers. A work day will be Wednesday, March 28, at the Greenhouse at the school to work on the plants for the sale and for the greenhouse. Work will begin at 10:00 or when members can get there. The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, April 17, at 6:00, at BancorpSouth.. County 76 will meet at Pulaski County Extension office in Little Rock.
Northern district court docket set The court docket for the northern district of Prairie County is listed below. Aaron Robinson-fleeingreset for April 17 James Norman- deliver meth-sentenced to 60 months probation court cost and fines Derrick Stewart- possession- reset for April 17 Mark Shirley- reset for July 17 James Lee- Theft- reset for June 19 Rani Heinmiller- coercion- reset for April 17 Justin Wiggins- reset for April 17 Paige Marshall-reset for April 17 Dawanna Sephens- reset for April 17 Thornell Williams-reset for April 17 Colton Fetters- reset for April 17
Cris Embree- reset for April 17 Timmy Tarry- sentenced to 54 months in ADC plus court cost & fines Keonia Berry- reset for April 17 Ralhyell Cauley jr- reset for May 22 Richard Long- sentenced to 72 months in ADC plus court cost and fines Whitney Scruggs- reset for April 17 Michael Weatherly- sentenced to 12 months supervised probation plus court cost and fines Howard Evans- reset for May 22 Tammy Holloway- reset for May 22 Scott Sponsler- FTA issue warrant Jimmy Sanner- probation extended 1 year and fine of $500
The following are the plea day results for Prairie County for March. 59SCR-12-8-BLAKELY MAY-THEFT OF PROPERTY, FRAUDLENT USE OF A CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-16-42-JOSHUA BRIAN WALKERTHEFT BY RECEIVING-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-16-60-JOSHUA BRIAN WALKER-FAILURE TO APPEARRESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-12-KIMBERLY ANN STANLEYDELIVERY OF METH, POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIARESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-18-KIMBERLY STANLEY-DELIVER OF METH, POSSESOIN OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-20-BLAKLEY MAY-FINANCIAL OR NON FINANCIAL IDENITY FRAUDRESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-25MICHAEL SCROGGINS-POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE-RESET FOR MAY 21, 2018 59SCR-17-37-COREY KELLY-POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE,POSSESSION
OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE,POSSESION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA, POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA-SENTENCED TO 72 MONTHS ADC PLUS COURT COSTS AND FINES 59SCR-17-38-JOSHUA WALKER-THEFT OF PROPERTY, RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY-REST FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-56-JOH N DAVID MACKEY-POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA-4 YEARS AR DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION 5 9 S C R - 1 7 - 5 9 BRADLEY GRISSOMPOSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITH THE PURPOSE TO DELIVER-SENTENCED TO 60 MONTHS SUPERVISED PROBATION PLUS COURT COSTS AND FINES 59SCR-17-60-HARIL P SMITH-POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE -RESET FOR MAY 21, 2018 5 9 S C R - 1 7 - 6 8 MICHAEL SCROGGINSPOSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE-RESET FOR MAY 21, 2018 59SCR-17-69-AUSTIN AUSTIN PENDER-
GRASS-RAPE-RESET FOR MAY 21, 2018 59SCR-17-70-EDDIE DANE MARTIN-POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE W/PURPOSE TO DELIVER-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-73-KRISTIAN COTTON-MURDER 1ST DEGREE, AGGRAVATED ASSAULT, FLEEING-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-79-AARON B E N AV I D E S - T R A F FICKING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, POSSESSIOM OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-104-EDDIE DANE MARTINDOMESTIC BATTERY 3RD DEGREE-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-114-MELISSA ANN BARBEE-POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE-RESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-17-115-CATRINA BATES-POSSESSION OF INSTRUMENT OF CRIME-SENTENCED TO 48 MONTHS PROBATION 59SCR-17-121-KECY ARNOLD-FLEEINRESET FOR APRIL 16, 2018 59SCR-18-1-COREY KELLY-FAILURE TO APPEAR-SENTENCED TO 72 MONTHS PROBATION PLUS COURT COST AND FINES
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City of Hazen Annual Financial Statement January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017 GENERAL FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $75,416.98 REVENUES State Revenue $23,282.35 County Property Tax 64,800.33 Sales Tax Revenue 1,584,632.21 Fines & Costs 210,211.70 Other Revenue 947,302.38 Franchise Fees 69,653.82 Rent Income 74,440.36 Municipal Court Revenue 14,590.00 Transfers from Other Funds 254,443.33 Adm Justice Income 108,018.60 TOTAL REVENUES $3,351,375.08 TOTALFUNDSAVAILABLE $3,426,792.06 EXPENDITURES Payroll & Benefits Expense $688,712.37 Operations 1,668.50 Insurance Expense 60,751.41 Repair/Maintenance Expense 88,694.65 Supplies Expense 48,376.83 Utilities Expense 40,024.92 Transfers to Other Funds 1,477,377.38 Other Expense 93,222.23 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $2,498,828.29 ENDING BALANCE $927,963.77 STREET FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $114,069.57 REVENUES State Revenue $100,985.73 County Property Tax 16,627.47 Other Revenue 1,779.10 TOTAL REVENUES $119,392.30 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $233,461.87 EXPENDITURES Payroll & Benefits Expense $49,422.08 Operations 5,485.57 Insurance Expense 8,101.76 Street Repairs 3,089.27 Repair/Maintenance Expense 14,127.30 Supplies Expense 23,569.64 Utilities Expense 24,084.37 Other Expense 48,481.14 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $176,361.13 ENDING BALANCE $57,100.74 NATURAL GAS FUND CASH BALANCES $34,997.61 OTHER ASSETS 91,105.00 LIABILITIES AND NOTES PAYABLE (46,144.00) BEGINNING EQUITY BALANCE $79,958.61 REVENUES Other Revenue $5,827.64 Transfers From Other Funds 303.40 Gas Revenue 433,941.26 TOTAL REVENUES $440,072.30 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $520,030.91 EXPENDITURES Payroll & Benefits Expense $88,115.30 Operations 7,847.56 Insurance Expense 8,044.31 Equipment Payment 5,684.52 Natural Gas Expense 205,967.22 Repair/Maintenance Expense 6,633.87 Supplies Expense 11,312.78 Utilities Expense 9,994.86 Other Expense 45,698.21 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $389,298.63 CASH BALANCES $85,151.28 OTHER ASSETS 91,105.00 LIABILITIES AND NOTES PAYABLE (45,524.00) ENDING EQUITY BALANCE $130,732.28 WATER FUND CASH BALANCES $8,788.43 OTHER ASSETS 2,464,027.00 LIABILITIES AND NOTES PAYABLE (23,063.00) BEGINNING EQUITY BALANCE $2,449,752.43 REVENUES Other Revenue $20,609.06 Water Revenue 477,525.34 Leachate Income 38,300.00 Transfers From Other Funds 16,500.00 TOTAL REVENUES $552,934.40 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $3,002,686.83
ENDING EQUITY BALANCE
$2,470,162.07
SALES TAX FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $572,438.75 REVENUES Sales Tax Revenue $674,314.79 Other Revenue 33,820.79 TOTAL REVENUES $708,135.58 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $1,280,574.33 EXPENDITURES City Park Expense 35,561.26 Insect Expense 107,217.18 Trash Pickup Expense 110,799.30 Library Contribution 27,000.00 Revenue Office Expense 5,898.92 Other Expense 411,804.78 Transfers to Other Funds 104,187.62 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $802,469.06 ENDING BALANCE $478,105.27 ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $0.18 REVENUES Other Revenue $1.53 Municipal Court Revenue 173,707.00 Small Claims Revenue 3,790.00 TOTAL REVENUES $177,498.53 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $177,498.71 EXPENDITURES County Treasurer Expense $8,240.88 Dept. of Finance & Admin 57,542.96 Transfers to Other Funds 111,714.74 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $177,498.58 ENDING BALANCE
$0.13
UTILITIES CONTINGENCY FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $36,152.80 REVENUES Other Revenue 56,276.15 Transfers From Other Funds 50,000.00 TOTAL REVENUES $106,276.15 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $142,428.95 EXPENDITURES Repair/Maintenance Expense 56,200.00 Other Expense 18,711.60 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $74,911.60 ENDING BALANCE $67,517.35 FIRE PENSION 1 FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $242,494.56 REVENUES State Revenue $4,312.00 Other Revenue 1,654.48 County Treasurer Income 9,040.36 TOTAL REVENUES $15,006.84 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $257,501.40 EXPENDITURES Firemen's Retirement $23,872.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $23,872.00 ENDING BALANCE $233,629.40 FIRE PENSION 2 FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $15,477.50 REVENUES Other Revenue $1.50 TOTAL REVENUES $1.50 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $15,479.00 EXPENDITURES Firemen's Retirement 1,136.80 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,136.80 ENDING BALANCE $14,342.20 FIRE PROTECTION FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $24,074.78 REVENUES State Revenue $20,307.04 Other Revenue 14.42 TOTAL REVENUES $20,321.46 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $44,396.24 EXPENDITURES Operations $7,952.54 Repair/Maintenance Expense 850.92 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $8,803.46 ENDING BALANCE $35,592.78
EXPENDITURES Payroll & Benefits Expense $191,992.59 Operations 62,381.35 Bond Payment 104,715.11 Insurance Expense 30,206.81 Equipment Payment 5,684.52 Repair/Maintenance Expense 17,805.10 Supplies Expense 19,775.64 Utilities Expense 53,655.45 Other Expense 46,308.19 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $532,524.76
MUNICIPAL COURT COST FUND BEGINNING BALANCE $1,572.15 REVENUES Other Revenue $0.68 Adm Justice Income 3,694.56 TOTAL REVENUES $3,695.24 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $5,267.39 EXPENDITURES Supplies Expense $2,706.69 Utilities Expense 1,539.75 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $4,246.44 ENDING BALANCE $1,020.95
CASH BALANCES $29,168.07 OTHER ASSETS 2,464,027.00 LIABILITIES AND NOTES PAYABLE (23,033.00)
PAYROLL FUND CASH BALANCES LIABILITIES
$9,502.53 $(2,779.33)
BEGINNING BALANCE $6,723.20 REVENUES Transfers From Other Funds $1,074,898.15 TOTAL REVENUES $1,074,898.15 TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE $1,081,621.35 EXPENDITURES Payroll & Benefits Expense $992,279.38 Insurance Expense 64,335.25 Insect Expense 4,425.00 Other Expense 13,810.00 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,074,849.63 CASH BALANCES $9,574.24 LIABILITIES $(2,802.52) ENDING BALANCE $6,771.72 2014 WATER & SEWER BOND FUND Balance on Hand 12/31/2016 $43,536.61 Receipts: Dividends $141.83 Transfer from Water & Sewer $104,715.11 Transfer from Debt Service Reserve $1,482.06 Total Cash Receipts $106,339.00 $106,339.00 Total Funds Available $149,875.61 Expendituures: Fiduciary Fees $910.75 Interest Paid $64,105.02 Bonds Called $40,000.00 Total Expenditures $105,015.77 $(105,015.77) Ending Balance 12/31/2017 $44,859.84
2014 WATER & SEWER DEBT SERVICE RESERVE Balance on Hand 12/31/2016 Receipts: Interest Dividends Total Cash Receipts Total Funds Available Expenditures: Transfer to Bond Fund Total Expenditures Ending Balance 12/31/2017
$55,676.07 $470.13 $1.66 $471.79 $471.79 $56,147.86 $1,482.06 $1,482.06 $(1,482.06) $54,665.80
2014 WATER & SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND Balance on Hand 12/31/2016 Receipts: Dividends Total Cash Receipts
$229,747.56 $104.03 $104.03 $104.03 $229,851.59
Total Funds Available Expenditures: Water/Sewer Repairs/Construction $229,850.15 Total Expenditures $229,850.15 $(229,850.15) Ending Balance 12/31/2017 $1.44
CITY OF HAZEN DECEMBER 31, 2017 INDEBTEDNESS Bonded Debt DATE: 08/1/2044 LAST TYPE OF DEBT AMOUNT : 2014 Water & Sewer Improvement Bonds PAYMENT DUE: $1,705,000.00
Promissory Note DATE: 04/25/2018 LAST TYPE OF DEBT : Vehicle AMOUNT PAYMENT DUE:
$3,756.88
____________________________________ All financial records for the City of Hazen, Arkansas are public records and are open for public inspection during regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at City Hall in Hazen, Arkansas. If the record is in active use or in storage and, therefore, not available at the time a citizen asks to examine it, the custodian shall certify this fact in writing to the applicant and set a date and hour within three (3) days at which time the record will be available for inspection and copying.
________________________ David Hardke Recorder/Treasurer
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More pictures from the Jake Mosby Story book signing March 25th
March has been “Women’s History Month.” On one hand, it’s amazing to me that 50% of the population needs a month to tell it’s story. On the other hand, it’s amazing that 50% of the population has a story that hasn’t been heard. Now, I realize that we live in a patriarchy. Our culture has been built around and reported about over the centuries by men. Women have been considered second class citizens since Eve was blamed for the fall of mankind. At least this is the case in Western culture. I mean, why did the United States think it was a good idea to keep half of the population disenfranchised by denying them the vote until the 1920’s (and then women had to fight for the right). There were a few, scattered cases of matriarchies in history, but as far as I know, they no longer exist.
Anyway, that’s why we need a women’s month. Because all but a handful of our historical statues are men, most of our history books are “his story” books, women still earn only 80 percent on the dollar that a man makes, we have only a few legislators and heads of major companies who are women, and we still have a culture that judges women by how they look rather than what they know. Our daughters deserve more than that. _________________ I went to the Hazen Community Center on Sunday, March 25, to celebrate the publication of a book by Mr. Jake Mosby. I have known Mr. Jake for as long as I can remember, and during all of that time I never heard him say a bad thing about anyone or anything. When I got home I started reading about his life in Prairie County. In
the book, Mr. Jake tells about his experiences as a husband, soldier, worker, farmer, public servant, pastor, and father. Janice Kearney, who documented the story, was there along with her husband, Bob Nash. Both Kearney and Nash worked in the Clinton White House, she as his diarist and he in the Human Resources Department. They both have spoken at Hazen High School as part of the HistoryMakers program, which has as its mission the documentation of the stories of AfricanAmericans who have influenced the American culture over the years. This is another group of Americans who have been shortchanged as far as American history is concerned. So I just want to say “thank you” to Mr. Jake and Mrs. Frances for their continuing contributions to Hazen.
Arkansas farmers encouraged to respond to 2017 NASS census Little Rock, AR – March 20, 2018 – In celebration of National Ag Day, USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) wants producers to Stand UP and Be Counted! NASS is encouraging producers to respond to the 2017 Census of Agriculture and remind them that even small plots of land growing fruit, vegetables, or some farm animals count if $1000 or more of such products were raised and sold, or normally would have been sold, during the census year.
The Census of Agriculture provides the only source of uniform, comprehensive, and impartial agriculture data for every county in the nation. Response aids in the funding and development of farm programs and the boosting of support services; among many other benefits, response helps show the entire nation the value of agriculture to our country and the world. With an improved online questionnaire this census, responding is easier and more convenient than
ever. As always, all responses are secure and confidential as required by law. Remember, the Census of Agriculture is your voice, your future, and your opportunity. Don’t be the missing piece needed to reflect agriculture in your area. There is still time to respond! For more information about the 2017 Census of Agriculture, visit www.agcensus.usda.gov. For questions or assistance filling out the Census, call toll-free (888) 424-7828
Mary Ann Campbell, the woman first met Jake Mosby and encouraged him to tell his story addresses the crowd.
Members of the Mosby family welcome everyone to the event while Janis Kearney and Jake Mosby sit in the audience.
Sheriff’s Report The Prairie County Sheriff's Department currently, since Wednesday, March 14, has five male felony, eight male misdemeanor and two female felony cases. Weekly arrests include: Cauley Ralphyell was arrested on two counts of contempt of court. Thomas Marek was arrested on obstruction of governmental operations. Justin David Hillhouse was arrested on a probation revocation. Alejandro Vela was
arrested on residential burglary, possession of an instrument of crime and possession of a controlled substance. Julian Cordtro Hicks was arrested on the third Driving While Intoxicated, a misdemeanor offense. Madison Walker was arrested on firearm by a certain person, which is a felony offense. Hannah Ball was arrested on a contempt of court warrant, Driving While Intoxicated, minor
in possession, possession of an open container and careless driving -- all misdemeanor offenses. Anthony Jones was arrested on a failure to appear misdemeanor.
Jake Mosby signs Scott Strong’s copy of the book.
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Jan Morgan speaks to Prairie County Republicans Arkansas gubernatorial candidate Jan Morgan was the featured speaker at the “Paint Prairie County Red” banquet held at the Sno-White Restaurant in Des Arc last Thursday, March 22. The event was hosted by the Prairie County Republican Committee, chaired by Rick Dobson. Several Arkansas
Tommy Land, who is running for state Land Commissioner; serving Land Commissioner John Thurston, who is running for Secretary of State; and David Sterling, who is a candidate for the Supreme Court. Jamie Baker, a representative from Governor Asa Hutchinson’s office, was given the opportuni-
“Jan Morgan is a constitutional conservative who believes in smaller, transparent, Constitutional government that puts more money and freedom back in the hands of the people.” “She is an award-winning veteran investigative TV journalist for 24 years, using television and the internet news
Morgan speaks to the crowd about her hopes for the state.
Rita Dobson smiles while watching the politicians work the room. Republican political dignitaries were in attendance, including Senator Jonathan Dismang, President Pro Tempore of the Arkansas State Senate. Dismang represents Senate District 28, which is composed of Prairie County and parts of Arkansas, Lonoke, Monroe, White and Woodruff Counties. “Stubby” Stumbaugh was the evening’s emcee. Prairie County Republicans who are running for office this year and who were introduced were Jerrell Smith, candidate for county sheriff, and Dwayne Maher, Rick Stallings, and Gary King, candidates for Justice of the Peace positions. Also introduced were
ty to speak to the crowd about the accomplishments of the state government during Hutchinson’s administration before Stumbaugh introduced the main speaker for the evening, gubernatorial candidate Jan Morgan. In his introduction, Stumbaugh said that “Morgan drew the attention of Arkansas conservatives when she delivered a blistering admonishment of RINOs in House Judiciary that was captured on video by the Arkansas Times. That video went viral, with over 1.4 million views, evoking a movement of citizens across the state urging her to continue fighting for the people, but from a better position, the Governor's seat.”
outlets as a platform to expose waste, fraud, and abuse in government. Her work has appeared in Breitbart, The Daily Caller, Patriot Update and a host of other outlets.” “She is a state police and NRA certified firearms instructor, a Certified Range Safety Officer, and owns her own indoor shooting range (The Gun Cave). As well as being a small business owner, she is a wife and a mother.” Morgan began her talk with a complaint about the present Republican government in Arkansas. “Now that we have control (of the state government)...we haven’t been moving in the right direction,” she said. She talked
This year was the first year the share of female legislators nationwide reached 25%. There are now 1,866 women serving in legislatures nationwide, 18 of them serve in the Arkansas House. As all of us recognize the achievements of women during Women’s History Month, it is a perfect time for us to share the stories of those who made history here in our State Capitol. In 1917, the Arkansas General assembly gave women the right to vote in primary elections. In 1919, Arkansas became the twelfth state in the nation and the second in the South to approve the Nineteenth Amendment, giving women the right to vote in all elections. Frances Hunt of Pine Bluff was the first woman to serve in the Arkansas legislature. She was appointed by Governor Thomas McRae to fill a vacancy in the House in 1922. Later that same year, she and Erle Chamber of Little Rock successfully ran for their respective House seats and won. The two served the next two years together. Rep. Chambers was the
first woman to graduate from the Law Department of the University of Arkansas in 1912. However, women were not allowed to practice law in Arkansas until 1917. Rep. Chambers never practiced law but she did serve two terms in the House where she helped to create a commission to care for the blind and cosponsored legislation with Rep. Hunt to improve conditions for women and children. Rep. Hunt took the lead in Arkansas’s vote to ratify the Child Labor Amendment. Arkansas was the first state to vote for ratification of the amendment which would have allowed Congress to regulate working condition for those under the age of 18. From 1919 to 1982 only 25 women held seats in the Arkansas House. The first woman to chair a committee in Arkansas was Bernice Kizer. Rep. Kizer served from 1959 to 1973. She also became the first woman to serve on the Arkansas Legislative Council. Vada Sheid was the first woman elected to serve in both the House and the
Senate. Irma Hunter Brown was the first African American woman to be elected to serve in both the House and the Senate. Rep. Brown served in the House of Representatives from 1981 to 1999. In 2003, she was sworn as a State Senator. In all, 120 women have served in the Arkansas House. They are still making history in the Arkansas legislature today. Just last year, Rep. DeAnn Vaught became the first woman to chair the House Management Committee. Check out our website arkansashouse.org for all their photos and more information.
about the yearly increases in the Arkansas budget, saying “When government grows, liberty shrinks.” She mentioned the candy tax, the cradle to grave tire tax, and excessive regulatory burdens as examples of Arkansas governmental overreach. Morgan also talked about how the Governor’s Discretionary Fund had been used to benefit the
friends of Governor Hutchinson. “We need the Governor to get out of our businesses,” she said. Morgan also disagrees with the governor about the licensing required to carry weapons in the state. “Arkansas is a constitutional carry state,” she said, which is “in conflict with the licensing requirement.” She also believes that all governmental commit-
tee meetings should be videotaped and that there should be no legislative voice votes. All Arkansas House and Senate votes should be taken individually, so that legislators have to go on record as to how they voted on each bill. There were approximately 60 banquet attendees who were served a meal of fried catfish with all the trimmings.
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EASTER EGG HUNT April 1, 2018 D e Va l l s B l u f f Pa n s y Pa rk 2:00 p.m. The DeValls Bluff Fire Department will be coloring eggs for the event on Friday afternoon, March 30, right after school. All children are invited to attend both activities. The City of DeValls Bluff wants to thank the Biscoe IGA, Grasshopper’s, and the White River Dairy Bar for donating eggs for the
Hazen School Menu APRIL 2, 2018 - APRIL 6, 2018
Elementary students do not have the sandwich line option. **Menus are subject to change without notice** MONDAY Pizza Crunches Tossed Salad Corn Fruit Milk
MONDAY Burritos Chili Cheese Sauce Beans Lettuce/Tomato/ Salad Fruit Milk
MONDAY Cereal & Toast or Blueberry Muffins Sausage & Biscuit Fruit Juice/Milk
TUESDAY Chicken Strips Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Green Beans Hot Roll Fruit/Milk
TUESDAY Stuffed Crust Pizza
TUESDAY Cereal & Graham Cracker or Pancake & Sausage Sausage & Biscuit Fruit/Juice/Milk
Tossed Salad Carrot Sticks Fruit/Milk
WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY Baked Potato Beef & Noodles Carrots Toppers Kidney Bean Salad Tossed Salad Italian Bread Sticks Italian Bread Sticks Fruit/Milk Fruit/Milk
WEDNESDAY Cereal & Toast or Egg, Sausage & Cheese Biscuit, Sausage & Biscuit Fruit/Milk
THURSDAY Frito Chili Pie Pinto Beans Slaw Cinnamon Sticks Fruit/Milk
THURSDAY Croissant Club Great Northern Beans Sun Chips Lettuce/Tomato/ Pickle Spear Fruit/Milk
THURSDAY Cereal & Graham Cracker or Breakfast Pizza, Sausage & Biscuit Fruit Juice Milk
FRIDAY Meatballs/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Green Peas Hot Roll Fruit/Milk
FRIDAY Bacon Chicken Wrap Ranch Potatoes Lettuce/Tomato Pickle Spear Fruit/Milk
FRIDAY Cereal & Graham Cracker, or Biscuit & Gravy or Sausage & Biscuit FruitJuice/Milk