June 14, 2023 edition

DVB Coun c il dis c usses

ARPA gr a nt , l a nd s a le a

Ma y a nd J une meetings

By Lisa Mills

Recorder/Treasurer

County Court holds budget meeting

The Budget Committee of the Prairie County Quorum Court met on Thursday, June 8, to discuss budgetary cuts with various county department heads. Chairman Rick Stallings was out of town, but presided over the meeting via a phone call. Other members of the committee present were Judy Hinson and Bill Calhoun. County Judge Lawrence Holloway was also present, and Justice Paul Hooks was present to observe the meeting. Treasurer Tamara Dabney, Assessor Jeannie Lott, County Clerk Gaylon Hale, County Attorney Abram Skarda, Sheriff Rick Parsons, and Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Bokker were present to discuss their 2023 budgets. Because there was some mix up about which budget was the one voted on by the Quorum Court in December, 2022, those in attendance were given a copy of the correct budget. A difference of $124,392 was found between the budget being used and the correct budget, and the departments were asked by Stallings to find places where the various departments could cut costs. Stallings said that the present budget needs to be reduced by a total of $430,000. He said that he

had been working with Treasurer Dabney on the budget to determine what might be cut from it.

Newly elected Sheriff Rick Parson said that both the jail and the sheriff’s budgets can be reduced. He gave no dollar amount, but did say that $20,000 could be cut from the building fund and approximately $100,000 could be cut from the sheriff’s department. He added that the amount budgeted for jail food could be cut as well.

When asked about delaying the purchase of two vehicles, Parson said that his department needed them and that they needed to be accepted within the budget. “We really need to do (buy) these,” Parson said. “These things (the present vehicles) are beat to death.” He went on to say that maintenance is difficult on the older vehicles. He suggested getting the two cars that have been budgeted for and see whether or not more vehicles would be needed next year. Parson was also concerned about the pay scale for his department. “If we try to hire someone at $12, we’re not going to find anybody,” he said. A previously approved ordinance passed by the quorum court had set $15 per hour as the sheriff’s

Fowler n a med Teen St a r

Prairie County’s

Kinslea Fowler has been recognized as an Arkansas 4-H Teen Star for outstanding achievement in 4-H projects and activities, leadership, and community service. Fowler is one of 54 4-H youth selected for the honor this year. This year’s recipients were selected from hundreds of 4-H members statewide and represent 27 counties. The honorees were recognized June 7 during the 2023 Arkansas 4-H Teen Star and Hall of Fame Ceremony at the Arkansas 4-H Center near Little Rock.

“The Teen Star award is the true beginning of a 4-H member’s state leadership journey,” said 4-H program associate Ashley Dingman, who coordinates the Teen Star program. “To be named a Teen Star, a 4-

H’er must have shown great leadership, participation, and commitment to their local county program. It is a really exciting time for these youth, and we cannot wait to see where their 4-H leadership journey goes.” Fowler has been active in Prairie County 4-H for 9 years.

“Kinslea has a passion for 4-H and exceeds at everything she puts her mind to. Having her as a 4-Her is pure joy,” said Amanda Stark, Prairie County 4-H Program Assistant. The Teen Star recognition paves the way for youth to later apply to be 4-H Ambassadors who then become eligible to run for state officer positions. Any Teen Star who is graduating high school can also apply for the $1,000 Zack O. and Jennie D. Jennings scholarship.

department employee salary. A recent resignation of one of the deputies has already left the department shorthanded. Parson agreed to look at his budget and cut as much as possible, although he noted that some sales tax funds are earmarked for the jail and cannot be used for anything else.

County Clerk Gaylon Hale said that the budgeted amount that she was given was wrong, so she could not answer any particular questions about it. She said that the automation cost could not be lowered and that the health insurance for her employees had gone up. She said that there might be some things that could be cut from her general supplies. Stallings also asked her about the reimbursement amounts to the various city courts.

Assessor Jeannie Lott was asked by Stallings if she could forgo hiring anyone else in her department. She said that she had been covering three departments with two people and has been without anyone else since 2021. She said that she might be able to cut out some of her capital outlays and that she would work on that.

Skarda said that he might be able to reduce some phone costs and that others might be able to do that as well.

The Budget Committee will meet again on Thursday, June 15, at 3:00 p.m.

Darlene Connor, and Council members Shirley Goff, Jackie Adcock, Carol Griffin, Alice Metcalf, and Pam Del Giorno were in attendance. Connor presided in the absence of Mayor Thelma Gray.

The DeValls Bluff City Council met on May 11th for their monthly meeting. Attending the meeting were Mayor Thelma Gray, Recorder/Treasurer

Darlene Connor, and Council Members Shirley Goff, Jackie Adcock, Carol Griffin, Marie Flanagan, Alice Metcalf, and Pam Del Giorno.

Police Chief Jeremy Murphy reported one traffic citation and numerous calls answered. He said that he has been busy working on case files and open cases with the prosecutor’s office. His report stated that all city ordinances, and state and federal laws will be enforced and investigated in the same lawful manner for every citizen in DeValls Bluff. The report went on to say “I encourage everyone to get copies of city ordinances and read them. If you then have questions, feel free to contact me or anyone else that can help.”

After Murphy finished his report, Goff told him that she wanted his phone number. “I have asked you for it, and you have never given it to me.” Murphy told Goff “I gave you my card.” Goff replied, “No, you said you would, but you haven’t.”

Murphy said that anyone can contact him at City Hall during office hours and any other calls need to be dispatched through the county. An audience member said, “You better

not call 911 or he will threaten to write you a ticket for abusing 911 like he did me.”

At this point, Adcock made a motion to go into executive session to discuss a personnel matter. When the meeting resumed, Metcalf stated that no action would be taken on the matter.

The Fire Department reported one brush fire and one vehicle fire and five EMS assists. Two drills and two workdays were held.

Connor read an email from Engineer David Hilsdon concerning the grant/loan from the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission.

The email stated that the ARNC has extended the deadline for completion of paperwork for those who have received funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to July 31st and the deadline for projects to be under construction has been extended to March 31, 2024. Hilsdon said that he is developing the engineering agreement between DeValls Bluff and the ARNC.

June 8th meeting

At the June 8th regular DeValls Bluff City Council meeting, City Attorney Mike Stuart presented the council with a written offer from MFA Oil to purchase city owned property. MFA Oil currently leases .43 acres from the city where the convenience store, Jumpstart, is located. MFA has offered to pay $7,500 for the property. The council approved a motion to sell the property and to make a counter offer of $10,000.

The Police Department reported four arrests and seven traffic citations. No other reports were given.

The new Family Dollar/Dollar Tree store opened in Hazen last week. The store offers a wide variety of items, and Store Manager Talisha Chapple and Assistant Manager Amanda McDaniel invite everyone to come by to visit. As of last week, the store was still looking for part-time workers.

Evelyn Ball Goacher

Evenley Ball Goacher

100, of Carlisle died Wednesday, June 7, 2023. She was a member of the Carlisle

First United Methodist Church for many years. She was a homemaker, 4-H sponsor, and room mother for both of her girls’ classes for 25 years.

Evelyn was married to the love of her life, Joe Bob Goacher, for 58 years.

She was survived by two daughters and sonin-laws, Sissi and Truman Warren of Odessa, Texas, and Ann and Billy Lenderman of Carlisle; four grandchildren, Heather Valenzuela and Jason; Brian Lenderman and Luka; Kevin Lenderman and Leslie, all of Carlisle; Joey and Brooke Warren of Lubbock, Texas; eleven great-grandchildren, Davis and Jenson Valenzuela, Camille, Knox and True Warren, Taylor and Lindley Lenderman; four stepgrandchildren, Kim Gavin, Lucy Lott, Michael Stellwell and Kelsey Horton; one nephew, James Herrington Ball; and one niece, Chloe Cunningham. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at the First United Methodist Church in Carlisle.

Visitation will be prior to the funeral service from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Interment will be in the Hamilton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers give memorials to Carlisle First United Methodist Church or the Hamilton Cemetery.

Charl Sue Etchieson Young

On June 4th, 2023, Charl Sue Etchieson Young went to be with our Lord where she will join her beloved husband, Gaines Young. Sue is survived by her sister, Betty Patton, of Nash, Texas; her son, Greg (Michelle, Charl), and her daughter Mary Charl Korita, (Eric, Parker, Lawson, Caroline). Sue graduated from Okalona High School and attended Henderson State University where she studied Music Education and met Gaines Young. She graduated in three years as the Valedictorian of the class of 1955.

While awaiting Gaines’ return from Germany, Sue moved to Lonoke to teach choir at Lonoke High School. When he returned, they married and moved to Fayetteville where Gaines finished college.

After graduation, they moved to Carlisle where they lived for 65 years.

They both enjoyed being active in their community and their church. Sue was the First United Methodist Church

Athletic Director Joe Besancon made a request for an increase in coaches’ stipends at the Hazen School Board’s regular monthly meeting held on Monday, June 5. “Our stipends have not changed in the 23 years that I’ve been here,” Besancon said. He handed out stipend information from districts the size of Hazen that the district plays against in various sports, including Carlisle, Poyen, Hampton, Palestine/Wheatley, and Brinkley. Besancon asked that coaching stipends be raised to be compatible with those of other surrounding districts. Presently, the district pays out about $15,000 a year for stipends, and Besancon would like to double them, adding an additional $15,550 to the amount spent on stipends. After the presentation, the board agreed to discuss the matter at the next meeting in an executive session before making a decision. Board President Mason Sickel and Board Members Rusty Rogers, Debbie Carlyle, David Hare, Freddie Rogers, and Bradley were present, along with District CFO Sarah Snider. In regular business, the board voted to approve Superintendent Donnie Boothe’s recommendation to purchase a grand master key system for the district.

organist/pianist for over 60 years. Sue loved music. She was a lifelong member of the Carlisle Progressive Club and was a devoted Bridge player. She was passionate about books and played a key role in establishing the Carlisle Library. She also loved all things beauty and fashion and had a style all her own. She was a homemaker who took great pride in raising her family and supporting her children and grandchildren in their activities – the grandchildren knew her as Mommee.

She was an amazing cook, but no matter how good the food tasted it was no match for the beauty of the tablescape she created for serving it.

She was the ultimate optimist and only saw the good in everyone. In many ways she was an angel here on earth. The choirs are singing in Heaven today under the direction of her sweet hands. She is in Jesus’ arms and together again with Gaines.

A Memorial Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 9th , at the Carlisle First United Methodist Church, and visitation was at 1:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church choir or the Carlisle Public Library.

Arrangements by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.

Hazen First Responders honored...

WoodmenLife, Chapter 621 from Carlisle recently recognized Hazen First Responders with a cookout to show our appreciation for all they do. Approximately 60 hamburgers were grilled and served with all the trimmings.

Haz en C hamb er d i s c uss e s e v ent s

The Hazen Chamber of Commerce had their regular monthly meeting at the Cadence Bank community room on Monday, June 5 at noon. Eleven members were present representing only six businesses and the City of Hazen. The secretary and treasurer reports were given. There are several businesses that still owe their $100.00 annual 2023 dues. Please pay those to either Sara Brown or David Hardke. The Chamber encourages

Hazen businesses to get involved for input into making Hazen a desirable place to shop, eat and have family fun events locally. One such event will be Maple Healthcare’s Luau Friday, June 16 from 2-6 p.m. Enjoy a great afternoon filled with activities for kids, food vendors and music. (See their ad in this week’s Herald.)

Megan Anderson presented her design for the new Hazen Chamber logo. It was approved by the members. Logo stickers will

be given to every paying member business to be displayed on their window or door.

Plans for the 2023 Rice Festival that will be held this fall are underway. The Chamber’s Facebook following has increased and so residents are encouraged to visit the page to get updates to events.

The next regularly scheduled meeting will be Wednesday, July 12, 12 noon at the Cadence Bank community room. Bring your lunch and join the discussion!

school English teacher, and Anthony Elliot was hired as a high school teacher/assistant football/head basketball coach. Pennington has taught in Stuttgart and Lake Hamilton and is moving back to this area. Elliot has been a coach at Hazen in previous years and worked with Coach Besancon. Only Rogers opposed the hiring of Elliot.

The master key system was a recommendation of the state School Safety Commission to provide a safer school environment for students and staff and will be paid for out of a School Safety Fund grant. The system will be purchased from Locksmith 24/7 of Stuttgart for $68,483.60. Additionally the district will purchase six electronic access control exit doors for $21,000.

The board also approved the purchase of 48 student desks and chairs for two high school classrooms from

Virco for $15,640.80 which includes installation and set up costs.

Elementary Principal Tiffany Glover reported that work has begun on replacing the cafeteria’s ceiling tiles. Boothe told the board that summer school has begun for the high school students, and that the elementary school needs another 6th grade math and science teacher. “We’re just about out of time for contract releases,” Boothe said, so he asked that the board allow new superintendent Andy Barrett to find and hire one with the permission of

Sickel. The board agreed with this.

The resignations of Elementary Teacher Aaron Cobb and High School Teacher/Football/Basket ball/Track Coach B. J. Harrison were accepted. Kendra Pennington was hired as a high

The contract days of the high school instructional interventionist/teacher was from 205 days to 190 days for next year.

The next regular school board meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 17, at 6:00 p.m. in the high school library.

DAR holds induction ceremony

By Judi Jones

Grand Prairie Chapter

Daughters of the American Revolution held the last meeting of the 2022-23 year on Saturday, May 20, at the First Christian Church in Stuttgart.

Haley Ligon, nurse practitioner with Mid Delta Health Services in Stuttgart, presented the program on Women's Preventative Health.

Also at the meeting, Courtney Bisswanger was inducted as the chapter's most recent new member (pictured above). Grand Prairie Registrar Laura Beth Place pins new member Courtney Bisswanger while Chaplain Ashli Ahrens, left, and Regent Nonnie Carroll, right, assist in the ceremony. At right, Regent Nonnie Carroll, presents guest speaker

Haley Ligon with a National Society DAR Certificate of Recognition for Excellence in Nursing.

The citation was presented in celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the DAR Hospital Corps.

Former Bauxite softball star Taylor Sledd was recently hired as an assistant coach for the Carlisle Lady Bison softball team. Sledd’s mother and grandmother are graduates of Carlisle High School. (Mark Buffalo photo)

New C HS softb a ll a ssist a nt

h a s ties to C a rlisle

By Mark Buffalo Sports

Editor

A former college softball player with ties to Carlisle has been hired as an assistant softball coach for the Lady Bison.

Taylor Sledd, whose mother Shannon (Class of 1992) and grandmother Debbie Snider Mayher (Class of 1971) graduated from Carlisle High School, was recently hired to assist head coach Jason Golden. Sledd, who won a state title while playing at Bauxite High School, played two years at

Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. Sledd earned her bachelor of science degree in health and physical education from Henderson State in May.

Coaching at my mother’s and grandmother’s alma mater is extremely special to me,” Sledd said. “It’s surreal that I’m walking in the same footsteps my family basically grew up in. I know my mom is excited, and there’s no doubt that my grandma Debbie will be watching down on me, every step

of the way.”

Carlisle is Sledd’s first teaching job.

“I’m very thankful for all those who have made this happen,” she said. “I’m also looking forward to working with Coach Golden.

“What I’d like to accomplish this year is learn how to apply what I have learned as a softball player now as a coach. As a player and student, I had a lot of fun and success in my days, so I hope to help the girls be successful on and off the field as well.”

2 nd S emester H onor Roll a t Haz en H i g h

Listed below is the 2nd semester Honor Roll for Hazen High School.

7th Grade Kiera Anderson, Payten Bacon, Zoey Barnhill, Reece Cash, Jaxon Craig, Madison Graham, Makaela Guenther*, Weston Hare*, McKenzi Owens*, Taylor Reynolds, Bella Roberts,

Paycen Seely, Kenedy Self, John Simmons*, and Ryan Turner.

8th Grade Jaelynne Barnhill, Michael Bowman*, Cayden Calvert, Ryleigh Cook*, Alyssa Douglass-Dodge*, Isabelle Gray*, Stormy Harwood, Rayna Hester, Christian Hune, Hannah Linder, Destiny Martin*,

Kylee McElroy, Kiersten Shatzer, Jase Simmons, Bailey Sims*, Luke Snider, Jalynn Thomas*, and Kadence Weems*.

9th Grade

Peyton Anderson, Alantis Blancett*, Wesley Clifton, Chase Heinmiller, Ethan Lisko, Allyson Mooney, Maddox Prine*, Sophie Raper*, Maci Sickel*, Dylan Skarda*, and Paris Smith.

10th Grade Mattison Alberson*, Rileigh Barnhill*, Chloe Caldwell, Emma Cantwell, Sam Clayton, Faith Duell, Alexis Dulany*, Pheonix Ervin, Jaci Hackelton, Joseph

Hurley III, Carson Kee*, Karly Kinard*, Austin Kocourek, Luisa Leonhardsberger, Makayla McCray, Chloe Rose*, Laila Schultz, Hope Seeber, Ethan Simmons, Owen Simmons, Kendall Sisemore*, and Brance Williams*.

11th Grade Kamryn Blackard, Austyn Booth*, Savannah Glover, Gage Heinmiller*, Yuika Imai*, Faith Johnson, Mattie Perry, Allison Prine, Adrianna Reynolds, Joshua RomeroDawson*, Diego Rossa*, Kaycie Seely*, Karizma Sullivan, and Brooke Wooten.

Denotes All A’s *

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NORTHERN DISTRICT PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS PROBATE DIVISION

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY D. TATE, DECEASED 59N PR-23-1

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Last Known Address of Decedent: 1503 Pike St., Des Arc, Arkansas 72040

Date of Death: August 28, 2022

The undersigned was appointed Personal Representative of the estate of the above-named Decedent on April 11, 2023. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.

This notice first published this 7th day of June, 2023.

VINCE TATE 2419 EOFF-CONDER RD

DES ARC, ARKANSAS 72040

ROBERT M. ABNEY, P.A.

ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE

What’s a Whopper got to do with anything ...

by Dr. James L. Snyder

After my heart attack, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage enacted a dietary regimen in accordance with improving my health. The theme of this dietary regimen is vegetables, vegetables, vegetables. I did not know there were so many vegetables in the entire world. Her primary vegetable, much to my disdain, is broccoli. Even though she is quite persuasive and persistent I have refused to eat any broccoli. If there is broccoli on my dish for lunch or supper I refuse to eat anything on that dish.

My dietary regime is quite strict, and there are more things I can't eat than I can eat. I have, however, suffered through this dietary persecution for the last several years.

One thing I am not permitted to do is go to a fast food restaurant. Particularly, I am not to have any cheeseburgers of any sort. That has been rather hard for me because the cheeseburger is one of my favorite foods. I'm expecting to have cheeseburgers in heaven when I get there.

I'm trying to keep up with her schedule; at least I've survived so far.

The other week something happened that changed my attitude along this line. The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage had several lunchtime appointments with her friends. It's one of those girl's time out in which I'm not involved.

I love it when an opportunity comes together. There were about three days she would not be home for lunch. At the beginning of the week, she said, "I’m going to be away most of the time for lunch this week. Can you get your own lunch?"

It caught me by surprise, and I was slow in responding. After clearing my throat, I said, "Oh, yes, my dear, I can take care of my lunch. Go and have fun with your girlfriends."

After hearing that, my head was abuzz with all kinds of thoughts about lunchtime specials.

The one thing I could not get out of my thinking was those delicious Whoppers at Burger King. I'm not sure why that was on my mind, but it was, and I couldn't get rid of it. Some of my best times have been at that restaurant munching on their delicious Whoppers. When I’m eating it I have

peace of mind. Of all the fast food restaurants in my town, why was I thinking of Burger King and their Whoppers? This is the one thing violently rejected on my dietary regime. I'm not sure how it got into my head, but I could not get it out of my head. All I could think of was how delicious it would be to nibble on one of those delicious burgers. And then beside it would be French fries. Oh, what a wonderful thought. And then, to wash everything down was a large Pepsi. My heart is beating.

I had to be very careful because I have learned over the years that The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage can read my mind. How she does it, I don't know. But I been caught in many a scheme because of this skill.

If she knew what I was thinking then, boy, would I be in trouble. In order to camouflage these thoughts, I began to whistle whenever she was around. When I was a young kid, whistling was one of my favorite hobbies. Therefore, whenever she came in view, I began whistling, and it didn't matter what I was whistling as long as I was whistling.

Carlisle First United Methodist Church 215 East Third St., Carlisle, AR Phone (870) 552 - 7789

Rev. Michael Daniel, Pastor

Immanuel Baptist Church Pastor Bill Ricks Highway 13 North Carlisle, AR. Phone (870) 552 - 3100

Sunday School: 9:45 AM

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 6:05PM

Friday (except First Friday) Mass 8:30AM

Saturday Mass in Spanish 7:00 PM

United Methodist Church of DeValls Bluff Highway 70 West, DeValls Bluff AR.

Pastor Chris Wright

Sunday Morning Worship: 9 AM

Friendship Lunch: 3rd Wed. of Month, 11:30 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

My plan was to ask her each morning as cautiously as possible if this was the day.

On Tuesday morning, with subdued enthusiasm, I said, "So, you will be going to lunch today with your friends." Then something happened I wasn't prepared for. She said, "No, we had to change our plans, and we won't be able to go to lunch until Wednesday."

I cannot tell you how much that discouraged my heart because I had been looking forward to having a big Whopper with all the accouterments. I tried to bounce a cheerful demeanor so she would not have any suspicions about me. I'll need to wait another day before indulging in my dietary pleasure. Looking at me, she said, "That doesn't spoil your plans for the day, does it?"

Faking a smile, I told her that everything was okay.

I still could not get that Whopper out of my mind. I'm not sure what I will do if she doesn't have a lunch date very soon. Wednesday came and the same message was given. The lunch date for today was canceled until Friday.

St. John's Baptist Church Biscoe, AR 870-998-2777

Sunday School 10 A.M.

Worship 11 A.M.

Rev. William Brown - pastor

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 Alan Minton Hwy.

70 West of DeValls Bluff

Sunday School-10:00 a.m.

Sunday morning -11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening-5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Night-7:00 p.m.

Zion Lutheran Church Hwy 79 PO Box 158 Ulm, AR 72170

Phone: 870-241-3778 email: zionlutheran@hotmail.com

How I will last until Friday is beyond any expectations I might have. I have never been haunted by such a dietary preference in all my life. Friday finally came, and as I was sitting at the fast food restaurant nibbling on my delicious Whopper, I could never be happier. I guess it pays to be patient, and I'm going to enjoy myself. My biggest challenge is not allowing her to find out my dietary plans for the day.

As I was nibbling my whopper I was reminded of a verse of Scripture. “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.” (James 1:2-3). The development of patience in my life is one of the greatest challenges that I face, but the reward is heavenly.

Dr. James L. Snyder lives in Ocala, FL with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Telephone 1-352-216-3025, e-mail jamessnyder51@gmail.co m, website www.jamessnyderministries.com.

Sunday School at 10 am Worship at 11am Bible study: Wed at 5:30

The Apostolic Church of Des Arc 712 Calhoun Street Services Sunday at 10:30 and Wednesday at 7:30

Pastor Russell Penn St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Biscoe

Pastor Jerry Saxton

Sunday School 10:00-11:00 Service 11:00-12:00

Oasis Church of Hazen

113 North Hazen Ave.

Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Service 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Teddy Walker 870-255-5640

Family Worship Center

9th & Main St. Des Arc, AR 72040

Sunday School 10 am

Sunday Service 11 am & 6 pm

Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm

Pastors Mike Edwards and Patrick “Woody” Lantrip

AR

Elder Lee Russel Penn, Pastor

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

and College

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 Worship Service: 11 AM & 7 PM Training 6 PMWed. Serv. 7 PM

First Assembly of God Hwy 33 and U.S. 70 Biscoe, Arkansas

Sunday Services: 10:30 A.M., 6 P.M.

Wednesdays

Joshua D. Jacobs & Yvonne J. Petrus

“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.”

(James 1:2-3)

To Whom It May

Concern: A 2005 Honda Pilot Vin# 35FNYF18525B010853 was picked up on 5-1223 at the I-40 194 WB at the request of the Prairie County Sheriff’s Department. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service 1111 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar. 72064, (870)255-3305. Towing, storage, & administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner. Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first prior-

To Whom It May

Concern: A 2011 Hyundai Sonata Vin# 5NPEC4AC2BH139310 was picked up on 5-31-23 at the I-40 202 WB at the request of the Arkansas State Police. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service 1111 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar. 72064, (870)255-3305. Towing, storage, & administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner. Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority possessory lien on the

ity possessory lien on the said vehicle and its content 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 lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, MonFri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.

said vehicle and its content 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 lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, MonFri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.

To Whom It May

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Bison slated to move to 3A for football in 2024; Eagles, Hornets stay in 2A

By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor

For the first time since 1989, the Carlisle Bison football team will not be playing in the state’s smallest classification.

The Arkansas Activities Association released its reclassification numbers for schools across the state for the two-year cycle period which starts in August 2024.

Two Bison play in Xtra Innings showcase baseball event

By Mark Buffalo

Sports Editor

Two Carlisle Bison baseball players participated in the Xtra Innings Classic at Marion High School last week. Seniors-to-be Holden Jones and Jonathan Pickard played for team 2.

In their first game, a 60 win, Jones went 1 for 2 with a single and one run scored. Pickard was 0 for 3 at the plate.

In the second game, which team 2 won 10-3, Jones was the starting pitcher. He threw 1 1/3 innings, giving up no hits while striking out two. He walked in his only plate appearance.

Pickard was 1 for 2 at the plate.

In the third game, which team 2 lost 6-3, Jones was 1 for 2 with a walk, two stolen bases and two runs scored. Pickard was 2 for 2 at the plate.

coach Steven Tew said having Pickard and Jones play in the classic was good for the program.

“They got to showcase their talents among some of the top sophomores and juniors in the state,” Tew said. “We’ve been fortunate at Carlisle to have several of our players get invited to the showcase since I’ve been at Carlisle. I think it shows where our program is currently. People from one side of the state to the other are now talking about Carlisle baseball, and ever time that stuff gets back to me, it puts a giant smile on my face.”

For Jones, it was his second appearance in the Xtra Innings Classic.

“He is always impressive on the mount with his ability to pitch,” Tew said. “Some guys I’ve coached are more throwers up there, but it’s

great when you get a player like Holden, who really understands pitching and who has the tools to go with it.”

Tew said it was a great opportunity for Pickard to show his hitting against some really good pitchers.

“I’ve coached in Xtra Innings a few times, and it is definitely hard on the hitters,” Tew said.

“They see a different arm each at-bat, and it’s from a kid who is emptying the tank each appearance. You gotta step into the box against a guy throwing everything he has at you. It’s very challenging.

“But Pick is able to accept that challenge and have a good showing. He is one of the better pure hitters I’ve coached in my 12 years

‘I’m very proud of how they represented our program, and I know others in the future will do the same.”

For football, Carlisle is classified as a Class 3A school for the new cycle. Carlisle is the third smallest Class 3A school with a three-year average of 151 1/3 students for grades 10-12. Hector and Mountain Pine, which has played eightman football the previous two years, are the two smallest Class 3A schools.

Cross County High School is the largest Class 2A school with 147 2/3 students. Hazen is the sixth largest with 134 students. Des Arc is 11th with 124 students.

The last time Carlisle played in the second smallest classification was the old Class 2A during the 1988 season.

The Bison were coached by Steve Shock, whose son Caleb led the Bison to the Class 2A state title game last season.

By Lisa Mills

The Des Arc Eagle Band held it’s annual spring concert on May 7th at the high school gym. The 7th grade band performed three pieces and the senior high band performed four pieces.

On May 9th the band held it’s annual honor banquet at the elementary cafeteria, catered by King Kat.

The classifications for football are determined this way: the top 16 schools are Class 7A; the next 16 are Class 6A; the next 32 are Class 5A, the next 48 are Class 4A, the next 48 are Class 3A; and the remainder of the 11man football schools are Class 2A. The private schools have not been placed into the numbers as of yet. They will be placed before conference assignments are made.

The largest Class 3A school is Harrisburg High School with 248 2/3 students.

Carlisle High School principal and athletic director B.J. Greene said he’s happy the school has grown.

“We knew when the numbers came out in the last cycle that we were going to be borderline this coming cycle,” he said. “We are, I believe, the second or third largest 2A school in football.

“The Arkansas Activities and members are doing all they can, along with the voting schools to make this fair for every kind playing sports, which we can never forget we have to do right by all athletes across the state.

“As an administrator, I am excited to know our

Individual awards were presented to Junior High and Senior High students for Most Improved and Outstanding students in the percussion section, woodwind section, and brass section. Band Director David Yarbrough first announced the 20232024 front-line members of the marching band. Drum Major is Lizzie

school is growing. I believe that is a testament to our academic growth, teachers, students, community, coaches, facilities and our athletic programs.”

Greene said Carlisle had 17 new students through school choice.

“We, at Carlisle, are excited about our opportunities that lay before us,” Greene said. “If look at the 3A classification, it is mostly what 2A once was.”

Greene said he believes the Bison will still be able to play rivals Hazen and Des Arc in non-conference games.

“The only fear I would have is what the travel will look like for our 3A conference,” he said. “I believe, for sure, we will be in a conference with Barton, PalestineWheatley and Rison. From there, I do not know which direction we will go.”

Carlisle will be in Class 2A for all other sports.

The AAA has a proposal, which will be voted on later this summer, which returns the state to seven classifications for all sports other than 11-man football. Football would remain at six but Carlisle would more than likely be placed in Class 2A.

Elam and assistant Drum Major is Emma Petty. Feature Twirler is Callie Baxter and Majorettes are Karly Woodall and Bella Vaughn. Flag Line members are Emily Huggins (Captain), Madison Keith, and Maddy Layrock.

Seniors Zoey Taylor, Gracie Weatherly, Eryn Walker, and Harli Davis (not present) were presented with their senior posters from the football field and personalized band blankets. Gracie Weatherly received the “John Phillips Sousa” award and the “Governor’s Excellence in Music” award. Zoey Taylor received the “Patrick Gilmore” award, and Eryn Walker received the “Band Director” award.

Karly Woodall and Maddox Ward received plaques for making Junior High All-Region Band. Mallory Baxter and Callie Baxter received plaques for making Senior High State Honors Band. Yarbrough presented an appreciation plaque to Band Booster President Ann Weatherly. Weatherly is resigning after serving as president for six years. Yarbrough said, “I don’t know what I will do without her. I have always been able to call her for anything and she gets right on it.

I’m sure going to miss her.” Weatherly received a standing ovation from the crowd.

Band Council Members Emma Petty, Will Sprat, Mallory Baxter, and Maddox Ward presented Yarbrough with two gifts from the band students. The first was a wall clock, at which he laughed, then explained it was to replace the band room clock that was broken during renovations because he and the students keep looking at the empty wall to see what time it is. The second gift was a beautiful, personalized quilt made from band t-shirts from the last ten years.

Carlisle Bison baseball players Jonathan Pickard and Holden Jones played in the Xtra Innings Classic last week at Marion High School. (Hollie Jones photo)

Carlisle Bison baseball

D es Arc Eagle Band holds concert and ann u al awards ban qu et