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Hazen/DeValls Bluff, Prairie County, Arkansas
Community Events Calendar
DVB Council makes decisions on hotel/permits
Thursdays August 24 Adult Bingo Hazen Public Library 12:00pm - 1:00pm Thursday August 24 Commodities distributed at Hazen First United Methodist Church 10:30am - 12:30pm
All over town Hazenites looked to the sky, as the moon covered approximately 90% of the sun. The sky darkened and the temperature dropped. The last eclipse like this happened 40 years ago. Here, the elementary students gaze upward.
Hazen enjoys solar eclipse
Saturday August 26 SWARMFEST 2017 City Park/East Hazen 4:00pm Monday August 28 Hazen School Board Meeting 6:00pm - 7:00pm High School Library
High school students take time out from classes to see the phenomenom.
Monday September 4 Labor Day Hazen Schools Closed Hazen Chamber of Commerce Meeting 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm BanCorp South Hazen
The employees at Farmers and Merchants Bank got into the spirit by handing out Sunchips and Moonpies to customers.
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At a special meeting held Tuesday, August 15, the DeValls Bluff City Council voted to open bids for the old Castleberry Hotel in downtown DeValls Bluff. The building, which has been vacant for some time, was discussed at the last regular meeting of the council, and the subject of the hotel sale was tabled at the time. Present at the meeting were council members Bill Arnold, Wanda Atkins, Raymond Watson, Richard Henry, and Marie Flanagan. Recorder/Treasurer Shante Matthews and Mayor Kenny Anderson. Alice Metcalf was absent from the meeting. The Castleberry Hotel, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, is in disrepair, and the council was asked by Allen Childress during their last meeting to purchase the property for $5000. At that time, Childress promised that if allowed to purchase the hotel, he would restore it and use it as housing for young mothers. The council could not come to a decision on this offer, and tabled the proposal until the mayor was able to attend the regular meeting. Councilman Arnold moved to open the sale of the hotel to open bids for 60 days, and suggested that the council limit the bidding to non-profit organizations only. Anderson agreed. During the following discussion Anderson stated that the hotel is a safety hazard. He said that the building is in danger of falling down and that it would take $1 million dollars to repair the building and get it back to its original state. “I don’t want the city to be sued for neglect,” he said. Arnold said so large a sum would require government grants that could only be obtained through cooperation between a non-profit
organization and the city. He stated that a private entity would not be able to acquire such grants. Anderson told the council members, “ I’ve been trying to do something with the hotel since I got here. We just do not have the money.” He agreed with Arnold that the bids should be limited to nonprofits only. Lacking a second, Arnold’s motion failed. Throughout the meeting, one of the onlookers continually spoke out loud, interrupting the discussion and telling members how to vote. When asked by the mayor to stop, she refused and continued throughout the meeting. The council then moved on to the subject of allowing Dallas Taylor to continue with building a house on his property in DeValls Bluff. A former council member, Dwight Isbell, was invited to speak and told the council that during his tenure as a council member no building requests were ever questioned or voted upon in a council meeting. This called into question whether the ordinance passed requiring council approval of all building permits could or should be invoked. After a short discussion, the council the council members voted to allow Taylor to build his house. The council returned to the subject of the sale of the hotel. Arnold and Anderson posed the argument that a private entity could refuse to do anything with the hotel once they purchased it and that in that event, the deterioration of the structure would continue. Despite this, the council voted to open the bids to both non-profit organizations and private individuals and organizations. Two members, Henry and Watson, abstained from voting. Without further business, the meeting was adjourned.
County receives AAC safety award
Biscoe City Council Meeting Biscoe City Hall 7:00pm - 8:00 pm Saturday September 9 Prairie County Fair Queen Pageant 4:00pm DeValls Bluff Community Center
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
LITTLE ROCK – The Association of Arkansas Counties awarded its annual safety awards during the AAC’s 49th annual conference in August in Little Rock. Counties that met three main safety requirements received the annual awards. These counties that were honored scored at least 80 percent on the AAC’s safety survey, had a loss ratio of less than 50 percent and had not been in the Arkansas Workers’ Compensation Commission Rule 32
Mrs. King shows Mrs. Caviness her cereal box pinhole camera, and Ethan and Ross stare at the sun.
Hazard Program currently or within the past two years. In addition to Prairie County, the counties receiving 2017 AAC safety awards were: Arkansas, Baxter, Benton, Boone, Bradley, Calhoun, Clay, Columbia, Conway, Craighead, Dallas, Garland, Greene, Jackson, Lafayette, Lincoln, Montgomery, Nevada, Perry, Poinsett Pope, Pulaski, Saline, Sevier, St. Francis, Stone, Union, Van Buren, White, and Yell.
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Obituaries Edward Burnard Schafer Edward Burnard Schafer, 89, of Carlisle, Arkansas left this life peacefully surrounded by family on August 15, 2017. He was born May 28, 1928 to Ben and Lois Jackson Schafer of Carlisle. He is survived by his current wife of 18 years, Betty Kelly Schafer and her two sons, Eddie (Mary) Kelly and Jerry (Janet) Kelly; siblings, Melvin (Judy), Elbert (Nell) and Thelma Munnerlynn, by his four sons, Donald (Donna), Ronald (Deeanne), Roger (Pammy), and Cliff (Rachel); five grandchildren, Scott Snider (Tiffany), Lee Schafer, Emily Durden (Reed), Morgan Clark (Tyler), Nicholas and Savannah Schafer. Edward is also survived by his seven great-grandchildren. Edward was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Betty S. Tefteller Schafer and by his brother, Albert Schafer. Edward was born and raised in Carlisle into a long-line of farmers. The love of farming flowed deeply within his blood. He graduated school at Carlisle High School. Edward was an active member of the St. Rose of Lima Catholic church. He was a man of many talents within the agricultural industry. Due to his strong work ethic and love of farming, he never retired. Visitation was held Thursday, August 17, from 6-7:30 P.M. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church followed by Rosary at 7:30 in the church. Funeral services were held Friday, August 18, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church with Fr. Shaun Wesley officiating. Graveside burial followed the funeral at the Carlisle Cemetery under the direction of Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Pallbearers were Danny
Rieke, Mitch Golleher, Clint Miller, Tommy Joe Pauschert, Mike Walters, and Willy McCallie. The family would like to extend a special thanks to care givers, Cynthia Morgan, and Clara Neighbors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, P.O. Box M, Carlisle, Arkansas 72024. (870-552-3601).
Terry Ray Linam Te r r y Ray Linam 44, of Hazen, was born August 26, 1972 and passed a w a y August 8, 2017 to be with the Lord. He is survived by his mother, Carlotta Linam and brother, Jeff Linam, both of Hazen; nephew, Jeffrey Linam of Hazen, niece, Jessica Linam of Little Rock and greatniece, Kaylee Robinson of Little Rock. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Ray Linam of Hazen; grandparents, Doye and Edna Linam of Carlisle and Roland and Lottie Jenkins of Hazen. There was a memorial service 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 19, 2017 at the Westbrook
Jimmy Wayne Tate Jimmy Wayne Tate, 76, of Griffithville died Sunday, August 13, 2017 at Unity Health White County Hospital in Searcy, Arkansas. Jimmy was born May 6, 1941 in Des Arc to Wayne and Alice (Skarda) Tate. He was a retired farmer and Pharmacist. Survivors include his wife, Sarah (Conder) Tate, three step daughters, Andrea Holloway, Krista (Wade) Allwhite, Courtney (Abram) Skarda, five grandchildren, Liam, Nolan, Lauren, Brandon, Cody,
two great grandchildren, Cameron, Isaac, one brother, Larry (Patsy) Tate. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Mandy Mason, one son, Tony Tate, one brother, Jackie Tate, one grandson, Kane Mason. Visitation is 6-8 Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Garth Funeral Home. Funeral services are 10:00 A M Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Garth Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Lakeside Cemetery by Garth Funeral Home. Bro. Pat Skarda officiating. Pallbearers are Wade Allwhite, Abram Skarda, Sam Conder, Jared Conder, Steve McIntosh, Charles Churchwell. www.garthfuneralhome.c om.
Lloyd Derrel Grubbs Lloyd Derrel Grubbs, Sr., 92, of DeValls Bluff died Monday. Survivors include one son, Derrel Grubbs, Jr. and wife, Karen. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annetta (Schlageter) Grubbs, his parents, Joe and Hattie (Beebe) Grubbs and one grandson, Jonathan Grubbs. Visitation is 2:30 Wednesday at Peppers Lake Cemetery with graveside services following at 3:00 P M. www.garthfuneralhome.c om.
Hazen Cemetery donations In Memory of: Loved Ones By: Ruby Harper In Memory of: Ella, Clara, and Lena Rogers By: Roger Taylor In Memory of: John & Marion Simmons By: Ronnie & Kathy Simmons In Memory of: Elizabeth Partlow By: Sophia Lambeth Upkeep: Geraldine Rhodes and Betty Tyson
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On August 15th, 2017, Alex Bennett was arrested for friving on suspended drivers license. Bond esd set at $ 620. On August 17th, 2017, Seth Mosenthin was arrested for Felony Terroristic threatening. Bond was set at $ 5000. On August 18th, 2017, Bethany Grady was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia (felony), possession of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor), and possission of a controlled substance (misdemeanor). Bond was set at $ 5000. On August 18th, 2017, Howard Wayne Evans was arrested for posses-
sion of drug paraphernalia (felony), possession of a controlled substance (felony), possion of drug paraphernalia (misdemeanor), and possession of a controlled substance (misdemeanor). Bond was set at $ 5000. On August 18th, 2017, Teresa Earl was released from the Arkansas State Hospital and transported back to the Prairie County Jail. Earl was originally arrested for aggravated assault on June 8th of 2016. On August 20th, 2017, Victoria Gordon was arrested for failure to appear. Bond was set at $1000.
Obituary policy Because of the 117 year history as a family and community newspaper, The Grand Prairie Herald is happy to publish a picture and the first 300 words of an obituary for free as a courtesy to the families of our community. Unfortunately, with the ever increasing cost of printing and other business expenses the paper cannot provide longer obits for free. Beginning with the 301st word, the rate will be 10 cents per word to publish. Due to the fact that a majority of obituaries are received from funeral homes, the paper reserves the right to edit unpaid obituaries down to 300 words. The entire obituary will only be published if the paper is contacted directly either by email or by phone. The cost of the obituary will be billed to those with accounts or will need to be paid for in advance. Phone: 870-255-4538 Email:heraldpublishing@gmail.com
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ACT Aspire scores released by state Grade 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
HAZEN SCHOOL DISTRICT English Math Science Reading Writing 69% 58% 21% 27% 0% 70% 46% 44% 40% 20% 71% 51% 34% 29% 66% 64% 37% 35% 28% 38% 73% 29% 29% 27% 34% 53% 17% 13% 30% 36% 44% 26% 25% 34% 52% 59% 32% 40% 45% 57%
Grade 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
DES ARC SCHOOL DISTRICT English Math Science Reading Writing 88.6% 81.8% 56.8% 40.9% 22.7% 88.2% 88.2% 73.5% 47.1% 5.9% 92.7% 75.6% 63.4% 39.0% 51.2% 89.7% 96.6% 79.3% 69.0% 72.4% 89.4% 76.6% 48.9% 57.4% 38.3% 80.0% 73.3% 55.6% 55.6% 48.9% 75.8% 48.5% 54.5% 57.6% 48.5% 74.5% 38.2% 43.6% 41.8% 69.1%
Grade 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
CARLISLE SCHOOL DISTRICT English Math Science Reading Writing 74.0% 54.0% 32.0% 34.0% 2.0% 65.8% 50.0% 28.9% 28.9% 18.4% 58.2% 49.1% 32.7% 20.0% 29.1% 84.0% 76.0% 52.0% 42.0% 74.0% 73.2% 45.2% 38.1% 39.0% 29.3% 87.7% 49.1% 54.4% 63.2% 40.4% 51.9% 22.6% 18.5% 26.4% 37.0% 40.4% 12.5% 18.8% 23.4% 38.3%
Grade 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
2016-2017 English 72.0% 70.0% 73.0% 73.0% 75.0% 74.0% 61.0% 62.0%
NATIONAL RESULTS Math Science Reading 60.0% 37.0% 38.0% 55.0% 41.0% 42.0% 51.0% 44.0% 39.0% 57.0% 47.0% 47.0% 43.0% 41.0% 41.0% 37.0% 40.0% 50.0% 36.0% 32.0% 44.0% 32.0% 34.0% 38.0%
Writing 17.0% 21.0% 26.0% 44.0% 28.0% 29.0% 44.0% 52.0%
The percentages tell the number of students who are ready or exceeding grade level on the listed tests.
School Election Notice In accordance with Election Law 6-14-102(2)(A) and since there are no contested races or millage increases on the ballots, the Des Arc School District has recommended to the Prairie County Election Commission that the upcoming election for positions on the Des Arc School Board be conducted by Early and Absentee Ballots only. Candidates who have filed for the Des Arc School District are:
Zone 5 - Sylvester Holloway and At Large-Position 1 - Eric Kennedy Early Voting will begin on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 and end on Monday, September 18, 2017 during regular office hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the Clerk's Office in the Prairie County Courthouse in Des Arc. Applications for absentee ballots can be requested by calling the Clerk's office at 870-256-4434.
Prairie County Election Commission Rita Dobson (501) 516-7264 Harvey Joe Sanner (501) 516-7000 Stan Ferguson (501) 516-6156
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School Election Notice In accordance with Election Law 6-14-102 (2) (A) and since there are no contested races or millage increases on the ballots, the Hazen School District has recommended to the Prairie County Election Commission that the upcoming election be conducted by Early and Absentee Ballots only. Candidates who have filed for the Hazen School District are:
Zone 7 - Sandra Penn Early Voting will begin on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 and end on Monday, September 18, 2017 during regular office hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the Clerk's Office in the Prairie County Courthouse. Applications for absentee ballots can be requested by calling the Clerk's Office at 870-256-4434.
Prairie County Election Commission: Rita Dobson (501)516-7264 Harvey Joe Sanner (501) 516-7000 Stan Ferguson (501)516-6156
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The view from my window by Roxanne Bradow I was rummaging through the back room at the Herald the other day, cleaning out some things that were of no further use, when I came across an old edition of the Herald dated August 23, 2006 under a kindergarten writing tablet of my grandson, Jacob, who is now a junior in high school. I don’t know why the tablet had been kept. Probably because it had some superhero drawings that Jake had done in Ms. Lucinda’s class. Maybe because I am a packrat at heart. Anyway, when I picked up the tablet I saw the paper, and, wondering why it had been kept, I started looking through it. As many of you will remember, my husband Bill wrote a column for the paper called “The Way I See It”, and this particular column had the account of the first time that Bill and I met. Of course, the reading of it brought back memories and tears. You see, we were married on September 7, 1974, and as that date approaches each year I remember how lucky I have been in my life. Very few are afforded the great blessing of being married to their soul mate. And here it was. A reminder from the past in black and white. Now he told that story many times throughout the years. And I’m sure that was how he remembered it. But now I get to give my side of the story. And since he’s not here to stop me, and retribution
will not come until a later time, here it is. It is true that we met in a bar, really more of a coffeehouse where live music was played. And it is true that I was in my dorm room, studying for a German exam, but the dorm was not too noisy, as he told it - it was too quiet. So I called my friend who was a waitress at the place (the Folklore, to be exact), and she said that she had a table set up in the back where she was also studying. So I packed up my books and headed down there. Seated at that back table, trying to pay attention to the Deutches worten I was supposed to be memorizing, my ear kept picking up the grumblings of a guy at the next table who had apparently lost all of his camping equipment down the Eleven Point River in a flash flood. He wasn’t very happy it about it and seemed to want to take it out on everyone at his table. But I couldn’t stop listening. Strange really. I was usually pretty good at focusing on my studies. Anyway, when I got up to head toward the little girls’ room, my friend, Terry the waitress, followed me there and told me that the grouchy guy at the next table wanted to ask me out. Then she told me in several words how bad the idea was. “He’s dangerous,” she said. Not criminally dangerous, mind you, but dangerous, nonetheless. Does anyone else see that red flag? Ok. So I told Terry, “Tell him yes.” After a gri-
State Archives to host foodways symposium Little Rock - The Arkansas State Archives will host its fourth annual Arkansas foodways symposium from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sat., Sept. 16, at the north campus of UA Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Department of Arkansas Heritage Director Stacy Hurst announced today. The symposium's theme, Fruit of the Vine: Arkansas's Italian Communities and Foodways, will feature presentations by Chris Dorer, Dr. Rebecca Howard, Regina Moyer and State Archives staff member Terra Titsworth. Topics will include Little Italy, Arkansas: A Bootlegger's Oasis; Aren't Grits Just Polenta?: Italians in the Ozarks; and Sunnyside: Italian Tradition from Past to Present. The day will conclude with a cooking demonstration by professionally trained chef, Terra Titsworth, who will be preparing cannoli. The seminar is $12 and registration is required. Check-in will begin at 9:15 a.m. Teachers can earn up to four professional development hours through attendance. An Arkansas Italian fare lunch will be prepared by chefs from UA - Pulaski Tech Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Institute and a wine tasting will be provided for
symposium participants. Deadline for registration will be Sept. 11. The Arkansas State Archives is an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage and is responsible for collecting and maintaining the largest collection of historical materials on Arkansas in the world. The State Archives has two branch locations: the Northeast Arkansas Regional Archives is located in Powhatan and the Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives is located in Washington. Other agencies of the Department of Arkansas Heritage include the Arkansas Arts Council, the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, the Delta Cultural Center in Helena, the Old State House Museum, the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission, the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, and the Historic Arkansas Museum. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Arkansas State Archives and funded in part by a grant from the Arkansas Natural and Cultural Resources Council. For more information about the symposium, e m a i l events.archives@arkansas .gov or call 501-682-6900. To register, visit https://italianfoodways.eventbrite.com.
mace, and I’m sure a prayer to heaven, she left me to relay the message. And yes, for our first date he did take me to a movie that was a performance by the Royal Ballet Company of London entitled “The Tales of Beatrix Potter.” The theatre where the movie was shown was what Bill liked to call a “two stick theatre.” (That means you needed two sticks when you went there - one to prop up the seat and one to beat off the rats.) It was an “art theatre” that yearly showed “Rocky Horror Picture Show” to a crowd that dressed like the characters, spoke the movie’s dialog back at the screen, and threw toast at the appropriate time. (But that’s another story.) I think there may have been two other people in the movie theatre, but I’m really not sure. What I do remember is that Bill and I spent the entire evening laughing at the people dressed up like animal characters and shouting remarks at the ballet animals on the screen. How could I not be charmed? A man who can make you laugh is a rarity. But is that when I fell in love with him? Nope. Not even close. So when did it happen, you ask. The answer is simple - I heard him sing. Yep, that did it for this small-town girl from deepest, darkest Arkansas. A long-haired, bearded, intelligent and complex man who could could make me laugh and who could sing like an angel. What’s not to love?
Band holds carwash Hazen High School Band students held a carwash at Allen Minton’s Oak Prairie Cabinet Company on Saturday. This is their first fundraiser of the season. The senior band has been practicing since the first of August for
their marching season. The group is under the direction of Band Director Johnna
Creasey and assistant Band Director, Lance Turner.
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Winners of the Library Summer Project Program
Holmes completes Job Corps program
Alex Holmes with his uncle, Carroll Holmes; grandfather, Jackie Holmes, and cousins Maeleigh and Nicole.
2nd place winner is Samareah Earl 1st place winner is Felicity Avalos
Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BECKY A. BECK, DECEASED CASE NO. 59S PR-1712
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NOTICE Last known address of decedent: Becky A. Beck 21460 McCollum Road Stuttgart, Arkansas 72160 Date of Death: February 16, 2017 The undersigned were appointed co-personal representatives of the estate of the abovenamed decedent on the 29th day of June, 2017. All persons having claims against the estate, including personal injury claims, must exhibit them, duly veri-
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RESOLUTION NO. 535 A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED PROPERTY TO BE A NUISANCE, REQUIRING ITS REMOVAL OR REHABILITATION, FIXING THE PROCEDURE THEREFORE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAZEN, ARKANSAS: SECTION 1: OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY. Philander Roland is declared to be the owner of the following described property (hereinafter "property"), to wit: Lot 2, Block 5 Yopp Addition, Section 19, 2N5W: Parcel No. 72200678-000 SECTION 2: DECLARATION OF NUISANCE. There exists upon said property a structure in a dilapidated, damaged condition, unfit for human habitation. The structure on this property constitutes a nuisance and a health and safety hazard to the citizens of Hazen. SECTION 3: ORDER FOR REMOVAL. Pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated 14-56-203 and Hazen City Ordinance No. 333, the owner thereof is hereby ordered to raze and remove or rehabilitate said structure within thirty (30) days of notification of passage of this resolution. In the event the owner fails to so remove said structure, the City shall take such further action to remove said structure as is authorized by statute, ordinance, and law. DATED this 17th day of August, 2017 APPROVED: _________________________ David Duch, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ David Hardke, Recorder/Treasurer
fied, within six 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 23rd day of August, 2017. Katherine Sue McNay 21490 McCollum Road Stuttgart, Arkansas 72160 Terri Lynn McKee 20582 McCollum Road Stuttgart, Arkansas 72160 CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES Randall L. Gammill Gammill & Gammill P. O. Box 532 Hazen, AR 72064 (870) 255-4583 Jerry O. Kelly Kelly Law Firm P. O. Box 390 Carlisle, AR 72024 (870) 552-7513 ATTORNEYS FOR THE ESTATE 8-23-17/2tc
Alex Holmes of Hazen recently graduated from the Arkansas Job Corps program. While there, he earned his high school diploma and a certificate in welding. The Job Corps program was created during the administration of President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 as part of Johnson’s War on Poverty and Great Society initiatives that sought to expand economic and social opportunities for Americans, especially minorities and the poor. Job Corps is one of the oldest social programs in the federal government today. A product of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, the Job Corps was modeled on the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s, which provided room, board, and employment to thousands of unemployed people. The Job Corps program is currently authorized under Title I-C of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998.
Swarmfest to take place this Saturday The annual Hazen Booster Club Swarmfest will take place this Saturday, August 26, from 4 PM - 7 PM in Hazen City Park East (across from the Hazen Community Center). Come out and celebrate Hornet Athletics as we
prepare for another great year!! Your Hornet Football 2017 Teams and Cheerleaders will be introduced!! There will be lots of food and fun with inflatables with water and a dunking booth!! Come and share the fun. GO HORNETS!!
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8th Annual Swarmfest 2017 When: Saturday, August 26th Where: Hazen City Park (across from Hazen Community Center) Time: 4:00 p.m.
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INFLATABLES & WATER SLIDES DUNK TANK, FACE PAINTING, & SNOW DAZE (Armbands will be sold for $10.00 that will give you unlimited turns)
INTRODUCTING THE HORNET FOOTBALL PLAYERS, THE CHEERLEADERS, THE PRIDE OF THE PRAIRIE MARCHING BAND, and MORE!! COME HELP KICK OFF THE 2017 HORNET SEASON!!! THE HAZEN HORNET BOOSTER CLUB WILL BE SELLING HAMBURGERS, CHIPS and a CAN DRINK all for $5.00!!!
Prairie County Fair Queen Pageant Saturday, September 9th DeValls Bluff Community Center Pageant Starts at 1:00 p.m. Admission is $4.00 for adults and students are free Teen, Miss, Mrs. have to be residents of Prairie County. Other Categories do not have to be residents of Prairie County.
Entrees for Pageant Only $30.00 Photo Entree $10.00 Both are $35.00
Contact Sheila Tosh at 870-255-5008 for more info. Entree forms are available at Banks in Des Arc and Hazen.
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NOTICE To Whom It May Concern: A 03 Nissan Frontier W6DD26T03C434504 was picked up on 6-11-17 at the Highway 63 at the request of Hazen Police Department. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 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 in 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. 8-16-17 2tc
NOTICE To Whom It May Concern: A 05 Toyota Corolla 1NXBR32E55Z469203 was picked up on 7-2-17 at Hwy 70/ Hwy 63 at the request of the Hazen Police Department. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s
Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 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 in 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. 8-46-17 2tc
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NOTICE To Whom It May Concern: A 05 Ford Sport Trac 1FMZU67K95UA88189 was picked up on 7-14-17 T-Ricks at the request of Hazen Police Department. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 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 in 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. 8-16-17 2tc
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2017-1 18 school year begins for Hazen High School and Hazen Elementary
Seniors of 2017-2018
Student Council president, Jenna Ronquest, addresses the crowd.
High School Principal Clint Williams goes through a few rules. Ninth graders get their first introduction to high school assemblies.
Senior boys begin to fill their lockers.
The Grand Prairie Herald wishes the best of luck for a great 2017-2018 school year!!!
Lisa Martin’s kindergarten class.
Janan Sickel is the new high school counselor.
Hazen School Menu
AUGUST 28-SEPTEMBER 1 2017
Elementary students do not have the sandwich line option. **Menus are subject to change without notice** Hot Line Sandwich Line Breakfast
Tamara Griffith’s kindergarten class.
Phyllis Mitchell will be in high school this year.
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