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Hazen Schools hold open houses. (See pictures on p. 6.)
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Serving all of Prairie County and the Grand Prairie
Wednesday, August 18, 2021
Local children return to school
Tuesday August 17 Prairie County Master Gardeners meeting Mehtodist Church 6:00 p.m. Thursday August 19 Hazen City Council meeting 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Hazen City Hall Tuesday August 24 Hazen High School Alumni meeting 6:00 p.m. Thursday August 26 Commodities distribution Hazen First United Methodist Church 10:00 a.m. - noon Junior High Hornets vs Riverview Hornet Field 7:00 p.m. Friday August 27 Senior Hornets vs McCrory McCrory Field 7:00 p.m. Senior Des Arc Eagles vs Palestine-Wheatly Eagle Field 7:00 p.m. Senior High Carlisle Bison vs Lonoke Jackrabbits Fred Hardke Field 7:00 p.m. Monday September 6 Labor Day Local and County Offices and schools will be closed Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce
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Hazen Elementary School opened its doors to excited students on Monday. The district is requiring masks for all students for the first month of school in classrooms without individual student barriers and in hallways. The mask mandate will be revisited in September. The Hazen, Carlisle, and Stuttgart School Districts have begun the 2021-22 school year with mask mandates for staff and students. The Des Arc School District strongly recommends mask wearing but is not requiring it at this time. The Hazen School Board unanimously voted to start the school year with a mask mandate for all students and staff in a special meeting held in the superintendent’s office on Thursday, August 12. The mandate will be enforced on both of the school campuses in class-
rooms, hallways, and whenever social distancing is not possible. It will not be enforced on the playground or at meals, according to Superintendent Boothe. Boothe said that classrooms that have barriers which separate students at their desks will not have to require students to wear masks. Classrooms in the elementary school have dividers, but the high school classrooms do not. The schools’ ability to require masks comes after Act 1002 of the Arkansas Legislature was blocked by the
courts. The board members present for the meeting were Mason Sickel, Freddie Smith, Sandra Penn, Vicki Skarda, and Ritchie Ingle. Also present were Superintendent Donnie Boothe, High School Principal Mark Price, and Administrative Assistant Cindy Ciganek. Also present was Amy Beam Shultz, a parent who spoke against the mandate saying, “I don't see a justification to (mandate masks) at all.” The mask mandate will be revisited at the next regular meeting of the
school board that will be held on September 20th. The board also voted to approve a COVID-19 Leave Extension Resolution that became effective on August 16, 2021 and will continue until December 17, 2021. Under this program, COVID leave may be taken in certain situations. The amount of COVID leave available for each employee will be ten days if the employee has tested positive for COVID-19; if the employee is placed under quarantine or isolation by a physician, the Arkansas Department of Health,
or the District’s Point of Contact; if there is a need for the employee to care for a dependent who is subject to quarantine; or if the employee has an adverse reaction to the COVD-19 vaccine and needs to stay home. The district will be purchasing refrigerated sensor bottle fillers for the high school and elementary school from Falk Plumbing Supply for $20,853.79 to be paid for from American Relief Plan ESSER funds. (See related stories pertaining to the Hazen and Carlisle School Board mask rulings on page 3.)
DeValls Bluff hears plans for water and sewer system By Lisa Mills At the August 12th city council meeting, Engineer David Hilsdon addressed the council and citizens with information on what is needed to update the city’s water and sewer system. Hilsdon explained what issues need to be addressed what needs to be replaced and updated. Hilsdon and Utility Manager Eric Martin answered several questions from citizens about various current water problems but made it
clear that all water quality reports show that the water is safe. Citizens’ main questions were “why isn’t something being done?” and “when is something going to be done?” Mayor Dodson stated “we know what the problems are and how much needs to be done, but we don’t have the money to do it. That’s why Mr. Hilsdon is here. He is going to help get the paperwork started to apply for Rural Development
DA Council to apply for Legion Hut grant On August 5th, the Des Arc City Council held a special meeting to discuss applying for a grant to repair the roof at the Legion Hut. The grant is an Arkansas Rural Community matching grant so the city would have to provide $7,500 toward the project. Mayor Garth reported that it would be difficult to match the grant. It was suggested that the money come from the Special Projects Fund, but Mayor Garth said that since $14,700 had just been spent on the park gazebos from that fund there isn’t much available in that fund. Alderperson Gail King stated that if the roof was repaired so that the building would be usable, a grant could be applied for through
H i s t o r i c a l Preservation. Mayor Garth stated that the funds could be taken from the Special Projects Fund, leaving it low for now, but the fund would have to be reimbursed somehow. The council voted to apply for the grant and take the matching funds from the Special Projects Fund. The council also approved opening a special account at Farmers and Merchants Bank for the $160,000 received from the American Rescue Plan. Attending the meeting were Mayor Jim Garth, Treasurer/Recorder Chrisanna Knupp and council members Jodie Mayher, Gail King and Ray McVay. Mayor Garth voted in order to form a quorum.
grants.” A citizen asked, “Once we get a grant, how long will it take to everything done?” Hilsdon said “from beginning to end for a project like this would take approximately two years.” Mayor Dodson reported that $57,000 has been received from the “American Rescue Plan”. The council approved a motion to use the money to pay city employees for their work during the pandemic. The Fire Department reported 5 EMS runs, 1 Public Assist call and 1 meeting. Sheriff Rick Hickman reported 198 patrols and 11 calls which included 2 arrests, 2 traffic stops, 2 alarm calls, 1 welfare
David Hilsdon check and 1 death. Attending the meeting were Mayor Brian Dodson and council
members Marie Flanagan, Raymond Watson, Alice Metcalf and Carol Griffin.
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Robert J. Black, Jr. Robert J. Black, Jr. of Hazen, Arkansas passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021 at the age of 74 surrounded by those he loved the m o s t . Robert was born and raised in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert “Polly” Black and Wilma Black and his sister, Carolyne Hunnicutt. Robert is survived by his best friend and wife of 52 years, Dee Mathis Black, and their three children, Kristy (Doug) Grunwald, Jenny (Jason) Simmons, and Robert III (Abby) Black and the pride and joys of his life, his six grandchildren, Elleson and Molly Grunwald, Owen and Ethan Simmons and Wyatt and Will Black; his sister, Thea (Black) Mathis, as well as many special nieces and nephews, cousins, and a very dear Aunt, Lola Mae Ladd and his best friend of 62 years and brother-in-law, Mike Owen. Robert attended Jonesboro schools and enjoyed playing sports which developed into his first career along side his Dad refereeing basketball, baseball and football games. Robert graduated from Arkansas State University and had a career of 30 years in electrical sales with ITE, General Electric and Eaton. He retired to Hazen, Arkansas to spend his time hunting. In 2005, he purchased
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the Hazen True Value Hardware store. Robert enjoyed supporting the community and attending as many Hornet Sporting events as possible, but his favorite place to spend his days were on his tractor and on his porch sitting beside his wife watching the one of kind sunsets that can only be seen looking across his prairie. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Hazen United Methodist Church. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorials to be sent to: Hazen Baseball Association c/o Jenny Simmons, P.O. Box 544 Hazen, Ar. 72064 and/or Hazen United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 712. Hazen, Ar. 72064. Arrangements are by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.
John Mack Daniels
John Mack Daniels, 87, of Carlisle, a U.S. Navy Veteran went home to be with his L o r d , Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Born February 8, 1934 in L o n o k e County’s Hamilton community, Mack was the 4th child of the late JC “Doc” and Ethel Daniels. Mack was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Dan Daniels of North Little Rock and Jack Daniels of Sherwood; three sisters, Marilyn Parker and Bonita Huey of Carlisle and Kay Hill of Sherwood. Also, “the best dog I ever had” was his beloved Grizzly. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kathy Daniels; two sons, Clint Daniels (wife-Cathy) of Rosemark, Tennessee and Wess Daniels (wifeKatherine) of Benton; four grandchildren, Garrett Daniels of Antioch, Tennessee, Caroline Henderson of San Antonio, Texas, Hayden Smith and Grace Daniels of Benton and one great-granddaughter, Harper Henderson of San Antonio, Texas, and a dog, Poco. A graduate from Carlisle High School, he served in the Navy, trained as a machinist, acquired a diesel mechanic degree from Oklahoma State Tech, and became an oil rig driver in New Mexico and Colorado. He then bought a service station in North Little Rock on Broadway as the local mechanic. Later, Mack worked for Jacuzzi and then Remington as a machinist, with his last job being a rural mail carrier in Carlisle for 18 years. Mack retired but continued to be busy with his favorite hobbies fishing, hunting, estate sales, and anything sports. Self-proclaimed “jack of all trades, but master of none,” hardly ever a day went by when he wasn’t busy in his shop where you would find him working on projects or creating space for newfound treasures. In addition, he was a talented craftsman, known regionally as an accomplished duck call maker, using skills and a craftsman’s eye to turn working pieces of art. Today his work is on display in the
Museum of the Arkansas Grand Prairie under the name Two Prairie Bayou, a nod to his childhood farm. Mack loved spending time with his family and friends. He filled his days playing golf with his brothers, talking sports with his sons, and playing numerous rounds of Chickenfoot or Pitch. In addition, he was proud to have hosted the 4th of July party where everyone was welcome for 27 years. Visitation was held Friday, August 13, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Services were 10:00 A.M., Saturday, August 14 at the Hamilton Baptist Church South of Carlisle. Interment was in the Hamilton Cemetery. Arrangements were by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.
Sullivan and Lois Sullivan both of Biscoe, AR; and Annie (Eddie) Lewis of Little Rock, AR; and a host of cousins and friends. Funeral services were held on Saturday, August 14 at 11 AM at Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, 209 East Clair Street in Des Arc with Reverend Russell Penn Jr. officiating. Interment took place at Harrison Cemetery in Biscoe by Branscumb Johnson & Gilchrest Funeral Home of Brinkley (870) 7342772 email: branscumbfuneralhome1928@yahoo .com and Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home. Pallbearer were: Andrew Maxwell, James Fuller, Ruben Pinkney, Larry Adkins Jr., Quin Bonds, Bryant Jones, Brandon Miller and Jamal Abdullah.
Carelink hosts free caregiver workshop North Little Rock, Ark. (August 12, 2021) – CareLink, Central Arkansas’s Area Agency on Aging, announces the launch of a community workshop for caregivers in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Arkansas and the Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative at UAMS. The free, virtual event will be held online Sept. 29 from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Featuring speakers from all three organizations, the focus of the sessions is to educate, encourage, and support caregivers in the community. “CareLink is thrilled to have the help of our friends at Alzheimer’s Arkansas and UAMS with this workshop. Being a caregiver can
be very hard and isolating, which makes it even more important for events like these so they can connect with other caregivers,” Elise Hensley, Care Coordination Manager said. “As well as learn about resources and services for their own mental and physical health, and the people they’re serving.” To register or learn more about the sessions, visit the official event page at CareLink.org/familycaregiver-workshop. For more information about family caregiver support, call C a r e L i n k ’ s Information & A s s i s t a n c e Department at 501372-5300, toll free at 800-482-6359 or visit CareLink.org.
Scott Allen Jackson Jr.
Scott Allen Jackson Jr., 37 of North Little Rock, formerly of Biscoe, passed away on Saturday evening, July 31 at Baptist H e a l t h Medical Center in North Little Rock. Scott was born November 6, 1983 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Denise D. Sullivan and Scott Allen Jackson Sr. Scott attended Fellowship M.B. Church in Des Arc, for many years. Scott received his education from the DeValls Bluff Public School in DeValls Bluff. He was a member of the DeValls Bluff High School Class of 2002. Scott was an employee of Midtown Construction Company in Little Rock for more than 8 years, before his passing. He was formerly employed by La’Harpe Furniture Company in Little Rock. His father, his maternal grandparents: James Jim Sullivan Sr. and Dorothy Sullivan; his uncle James Jim Sullivan Jr., his aunts: Patricia Jackson, Mary Alice Scales and Shirley Scaife; his cousins: James “Lil James’ Sullivan, Gregory Cohen and Courtney Scaife Jr. All preceded Scott in death. Survivors are: His mother Denise D. Sullivan of Biscoe, AR; his sister Latoya Jackson of North Little Rock, AR; his fiancé Amber Robinson of Little Rock, AR; five children he was helping to raise: Brandy Robinson, Aldris Grimes, Anthony McBride, Jaycee Clayton and J’Nari Clayton all of Little Rock, AR; seven uncles: Jerry “Pops” Sullivan and Reggie (Brenda) Sullivan both of Little Rock, AR; Curtis Sullivan of Forrest City, AR; Ceotis Sullivan, Cleotis Sullivan, Monroe Sullivan and Paul Sullivan all of Biscoe, AR; three aunts: Joann
DAR meets at Grumpy Rabbit... These members of the Grand Prairie Daughters of the American Revolution gathered at the Grumpy Rabbit in Lonoke for lunch on Saturday, July 31. They discussed and finalized plans for 2021-22 meetings and locations. Front L to R, Nonnie Carroll, Chrissy Smith, Anna Marie Woodell. Back L to R, Cheryl Vickers, Jan Hodge, Regent Allison Holland, Karen Carnahan, Sarah Snider, Lynne Siems, Raeann Braithwaite, Glennda Fread. Also pictured is Paul Braithwaite. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership in DAR. For more information go to grand.prairie.chapter@arkansas-dar.org. Or, arkansas-dar.org\arkansas-chapters\chapters-e\i\ (Judi Jones photo.)
Whitney Strohl honored with bridal shower By Chris Weems Miss Whitney Strohl, bride-elect of Luke Skipper of Translvania, LA., was honored with a wedding shower brunch Saturday, July 31, at 10:00 at the fellowship hall of Calvary Baptist Church in Hazen. Whitney was presented a wrist corsage from the hostesses. She was assisted by her sister, Taylor Ferguson, and some hostesses in opening and displaying her gifts while her guest were seated and looked at her gifts. The guest signed her book on a stand covered with a white cloth and tied with a large pink bow. The serving table was covered with a floorlength tablecloth cen-
tered with a pink and white floral cloth witha white lace overlay. The centerpiece was two vases with multi colored Summer flowers which flanked the cake featuring the named of the engaged couple. The gifts were dispalyed on a round table along the wall facing the serving tables. Special guests were the mother and grandmothers of the bride-elect, Cindy Strohl, Barbra Hutchins and Gloria Strohl all of DeValls Bluff, the mother and grandmother of the bridegroom-to-be, Denice Skipper and Earline Murse of Transyvania, LA, Whitney’s aunt Angie Hutchins of DeValls Bluff. Hostesses were Nanette
Belford, Cheryl Jenkins, Amy Van Houten, Carla Nichols, Betty Greenwalt, Sonja Owens, Sherry Bullock, Stephanie Van Houten, Sara Perry, Tribly Shelman, Sandy Felty, Carly Bokker, Wendy Perry, Donna Watson, Brittney Owens, Megan Anderson, Fredia Isbell, Angie Cagle, Pat Parker, Holly Boothe, Monica Lisko, Hazel Swinney, Sharon Stallings, Connie Swaim, Haley Burkhammer, Christi Rounsavalle, Wanda Young, Tracie Vail, Chris Weems, Jimmye Marek, Cinsy Hill, Wendi Stock, Kim White, Joie McCarty, Nancy Brown, Carolyn Beam, Emily White, Verda Mae Caviness, Donna Felty and Amber Edge.
Slovak Lutheran Cemetery donations Slovak Lutheran Cemetery Donations Upkeep: Kathy Hahn Geneva Chlapecka In memory of Loved ones: Jeanie Shimek In memory of Steve Chlapecka, Jr: Mr. & Mrs. Larry Bednar Catherine Bednar Geneva Chlapecka Marilyn Cox Chambers Nursing & Rehab Frances Dorough Hula Farms Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Marek Mr. &Mrs. Paul Marek
Mr. & Mrs. David Simpson Jeanie Shimek Angie Simpson Mr. & Mrs. Henry Strohl Joanne Thoma Mr. & Mrs. Don Vaught
Cary Whitehead Mr. & Mrs. William H. Griffin III Mail donations to: P O Box 224, Hazen, AR 72064.
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Hazen School Board discusses mask requirement at meeting The regular meeting of the Hazen School Board was held on Monday, August 9, in the high school library to carry on regular business and to discuss the continuing COVID pandemic. Present were Board Members Roben Cohen Darlene Connors, Mason Sickel, Sandra Penn, Freddie Rogers, Vicki Skarda, and Board President Ritchie Ingle. Also present were Superintendent Donnie Boothe, Principals Mark Price and Tiffany Glover, District Financial Officer Sarah Snider, and Administrative Assistant Cindy Ciganek. The first order of business was to approve the 2021 Election Resolution to conduct the November 2, 2021, school board election by absentee and early voting. The board also approved the five percent salary increase report of certain employees according to Act 1120. The district will purchase student supplies and sanitation supplies using ESSER II funds. The district will also purchase 200 Lenovo Chromebooks and the
Google Chrome management licenses for them using ARP ESSER funds for the high school. The chromebooks will cost $82,704 and will be purchased from White River Services. Price said that the new computers will be given to the 11th and 12th graders to start. Chromebook operating systems expire over time, and as Glover said, “You have to keep on replacing them.” The board also approved the transfer of $319,595.02 from the operating fund to the building fund in order to comply with Act 1105, which requires a net legal balance. Also transferred from the operating fund to the building fund was $88,056.26 from the refunded bond savings and $341,301.01 from the operating fund to build and renovate future projects. Elementary Principal Glover reported that her staff had undergone active shooter training. She also said that the floors in the Kindergarten through 3rd grade building had been laid, including the library floor. Furniture has been ordered for the library
as well. High School Principal Price said that “most of our stuff is in,” including the new camera system. The Inschool Suspension building will have three cameras overhead and facing students, and that the ISS teacher will be able to see what students there are watching on their computers. Superintendent Boothe said that the buildings will need to get the barriers up in the classrooms and that the buildings will be fogged with disinfectant after school. “In the end, we think the legislature will change (it’s position on masks),” he said. “Anything can happen.” The 10 AMI (online or hard-copy assignment) days can still be used for COVID days. “After that, you have to make it up,” Boothe said. Boothe reported that the legislative audits for the district were good. Wes Noble was hired to help his brother Caleb Noble, who is the present district technology director, as a technology assistant on a part time basis.
Carlisle School Board to require masks on campuses By Debbye Harrison Masks will be mandated for all students, staff and visitors in any indoor venue of Carlisle Schools beginning August 16 until October 1. This includes school buses. Masks are not required for outdoor activities and sports. The school board will review the policy on October 1. Board members met in a called meeting on August 12 to address
the mask issue following the recent Arkansas Supreme Court ruling. The school will operate under the same COVID leave policy as last year. All COVID precautions will still be applied including full face coverings, temperature checks, hand washing and social distancing. If these precautions are observed, it should cut down on quarantining and minimize absenteeism.
Krystal Boyle was hired as a clerical/paraprofessional. If ESSER II money is approved, a new 2023 bus will be purchased. (Editor’s note: Last week, ACHI’s Health Policy Board urged all K-12 schools, colleges, and universities in the state to begin the school year with indoor mask requirements for students, teachers, and staff members, regardless of vaccination status. The board cited the current surge of infections, driven by the delta variant, in its call to action. The Arkansas State University System Board of Trustees has also authorized its institution chancellors to require face coverings on campuses to help limit the spread of COVID-19.)
Getting ready for the new school year... Johnny Dukes (left) of GreenPoint Ag in Hazen donated individual hand sanitizers to Hazen High School and Hazen Elementary School students. He made the presentation to Superintendent Donnie Boothe. (Wendy Perry photo.)
Grand Prairie Quilt Society discusses upcoming events
Betty's Christmas blocks and Shelley's Fabric Cross By Marsha Heien The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met Wednesday, August 11, 2021 in the fellowship hall at First Christian Church, Stuttgart, with 9 members present and one guest. Glenda opened the meeting with the Thought for the Day, "The Rules of Quilting: Don't Bleed on the quilt; Measure twice/cut once; It's not a mistake, it's a creative opportunity; There are no Quilt Police; Rules? There are Rules? The July minutes and treasurer's report were given. August Happy Birthday greetings were extended to Jean,and Vivian Happy Birthday, Jean and Vivian. Everyone received an updated membership list. Several members brought dry beans for the ICCM Food Bank. The 2022 Country Quilt Camp VIII will be June 2-5, 2022 at Cross Heirs Retreat Center in
Humphrey. The rates will be: $235.00 for 3 nights; $195.00 for 2 nights; and $95.00 for 1 night. Registration is now open, call Marsha for more info. Maeola, Betty and Glenda have paid their deposits. Beth informed the members that the Hope of the Delta will be having a Banquet on October 18, location to be announced. Glenda wanted everyone to think about having an Antique Quilt Show at a future meeting to showcase any family quilts we may have that are special to us that were made by our mothers or grandmothers. Glenda asked everyone what they have been working on: Kay has been needlepointing and making fabric crosses; Lou Anna has been cutting out quilt block pieces; Betty has been putting together a Christmas Sampler quilt top; Shelley has been putting together scholarship baskets for her church retreat; Glenda is researching and making antique felt Christmas ornaments and also making items for the Christmas Shoe Boxes; Sherrye brought a dozen pillowcases she made for Crestpark; Ann has also been making pillowcas-
es; Maeola has been putting together a Unicorn quilt top and dresses for children in a homeless shelter. Show and Share: Lou Anna showed the first quilt she made in 2003 that was taught by Mary Frances Erstine called a Split Rail Fence; Shelley had a framed fabric cross; Betty had several blocks of the Christmas quilt top she is making; Ann showed a mystery quilt top on her phone that she made years ago and later repurposed into a shower curtain. Glenda explained what a mystery quilt was. You would receive a page of instructions outlining how much and what type of fabric to buy and what pieces to cut out. Every month you would receive instructions for that month's block. You didn't know what kind of quilt it was until it was finished. That's why it was called a Mystery Quilt. Kay will give a demo at next month's Sit 'n Sew on how to make Fabric Crosses. Everyone will be able to make one and take it home. She will bring everything needed to complete a cross. The next meeting will be September 8th. from 9-4. Come bring your projects, and lunch and join us.
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Des Arc Eagles working hard to prepare for 2021 season By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Des Arc Eagles are working hard to get ready for the 2021 season, according to secondyear head coach B.J. Paschal. A year ago, Des Arc mowed through the competition before losing to Fordyce in the Class 2A state championship game. The Eagles finished 13-1. “They’ve been doing well,” Paschal said. “They’ve practiced hard the first two weeks. The second week, the temperatures were really high but they practiced hard. They did well. I’ve been very impressed with their attitudes and their work ethic this fall camp.” The Eagles have 25 players in fall camp. “Since I’ve been in Des Arc, we’ve been between 25 and 30,” Paschal said. “We went into fall camp with 26, and had one young man move. It’s pretty much on par. I think we came out of fall camp last year with 28.” The biggest strength
Des Arc's Trevion Reed carries the ball against Fordyce in the Class 2A state title game last December. Reed is the Eagles' returning running back, having rushed for 1.061 yards and 14 touchdowns. for the Eagles this year
is the offensive line with
five seniors returning.
Des Arc lost one senior,
starting center Garrett Hambrick, off last year’s offensive line that helped the Eagles rush for over 5,000 yards. “I’m really excited about those guys,” Paschal said. “They are going to be seniors this year. They are going to be the core group on our team, like they’ve been since they were in junior high. Having those guys back for another season is going to be huge for us.” They include left tackle Chance Eldridge, left guard Cooper Childers, center Ty Lewis, right guard Jacob Roach and right tackle Dalton Sears. Replacing all-state quarterback Luke Morton is senior Jake Reidhar, who backed up Morton a year ago. Reidhar rushed for 188 yards and three touchdowns as a junior. “Jake has really taken strides during fall camp,” Paschal said. “He’s shown a lot of maturity.” The Eagles open the season Aug. 27 at home against PalestineWheatley.
Senior Des Arc Eagles 2021 Football Schedule
Senior Carlisle Bison 2021 Football Schedule
Senior Hazen Hornets 2021 Football Schedule
Aug. 27 Palestine-Wheatley Sept. 3 at McCrory Sept. 10 Barton Sept. 17 at Earle Oct. 1 at Mount Ida Oct. 8. Hazen Oct. 15 at Carlisle Oct. 22 Marked Tree Oct. 29 at England Nov. 4 Clarendon
Aug. 27 Lonoke Sept. 3 at Bigelow Sept. 10 CAC Sept. 17 at Lamar Oct. 1 at Fordyce Oct. 8 at McCrory Oct. 15 Des Arc Oct. 22 at Clarendon Oct. 29 at Hazen Nov. 5 at England
Aug. 27 Hazen @ McCrory Sept. 3 Hazen vs Cross County Sept. 10 Hazen @ Earle Sept. 14 Hazen @ Stuttgart Oct. 1 Hazen vs Magnet Cove Oct. 8 Hazen @ Des Arc Oct. 15 Hazen @ Clarendon Oct. 22 Hazen vs EnglandHomecoming Oct. 29 Hazen vs Carlisle Sr. Night
Prairie County tax auction results LITTLE ROCK – The recent auction of tax-delinquent properties in Prairie County raised over $67,000, the Commissioner of State Lands announced. The auction drew 17 bidders, who purchased 15 of the 18 available parcels for a total of $67,848.74 for county and state government. The Land Commissioner’s office holds one auction in each county each year to return tax-delinquent land to active status. Since all 2020 public auctions were canceled due to the COVID pandemic, this year’s auctions offer properties that were scheduled for sale last year. “Only a small of property certified to our
Blood donors for August Blood donors for August 9, 2021 at the Hazen Methodist Church were: David Gannon Charles Schwede Sharon Cagle Gary Shelman Roland Eichler Sydney Hamilton Rick Stallings James Gray Stacey Bowman Betty Juola Nancy Chlapecka Barbara Rogers Chris Wright Kenneth Alexander Alan Alexander Jana Tarter
office goes to auction,” Commissioner Tommy Land said. “The vast majority of owners redeem their property by paying the delinquent taxes. Of course, we always prefer that property be redeemed, but it is vital that the parcels return to the county’s active tax rolls.” The COSL office forwards taxes and interest to the county, whether that money is collected through redemption or
sale. “Last year, this office sent more than $17 million to school districts and county governments,” Land said. “Of that, $9,915.98 went to Prairie County, helping fund everything from roads to schools.” Property owners have 10 business days to redeem parcels that were sold at auction. This can be done online at www.cosl.org, using a credit or debit card, or owners can call 501-324-
9422 to request a Petition to Redeem. If a parcel is not redeemed within 10 business days of being auctioned, the COSL will issue a Limited Warranty Deed to the buyer. Property that did not sell at the public auction will be available after 30 days and can be purchased through an online auction by viewing the Post-Auction Sales List at www.cosl.org.
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of the owner. The wrecker company claims a first priority possession lien on the vehicle and its contents for all charges. Unless the vehicle is claimed within 45 days the owner and/or lien holder waives all rights, title, and interest in the vehicle and its contents and consents to the sale of the vehicle. The vehicle will then be sold for towing and storage fees.
To Whom It May Concern: A 2009 Ford F u s i o n V i n # 3FAHP07149R140987 was picked up on 6-8-21 at the Travel Inn Hwy 63 Hazen, AR at the request of the owner of the Travvel Inn. 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-
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.
To Whom It May A 2005 Chevy Cavalier Vin# 1G1JC52F757112327 was picked up on 7-15-21 on Hwy 63 near Loves at the request of the Hazen Police 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 priority 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.
To Whom It May Concern: A 2005 Nissan M a x i m a V i n # 1N4BA41E15C816783 was picked up on 6-5-21 at theTravel Inn Hwy 63 Hazen, AR at the request of the Prairie County Sheriff’s Office. 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-
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.
To Whom It May Concern: A 2008 Mazda Tribute Vin# 4F2CZ02Z18KM22048 was picked up on 6-29-21 at the 183 WB I-40 at the request of the Prairie County Sheriff’s Office. 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 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, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges.
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Hazen Schools hold open houses The Hazen Elementary and High School held their annual open houses for the 2021-2022 school year students and their parents on Thursday, August 12 beginning at 5:00 p.m. The students met with their new teachers in their classrooms. High School students first met in an assembly to be introduced to their teachers and hear about the changes for the new school year from High School Principal Mark Price.
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