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Community Calendar of Events
Serving all of Prairie County and the Grand Prairie
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Join the parade - It’s fair time
Wednesday September 22 Prairie County Fair Grounds Senior Citizen hour 10:0 a.m. Thursday September 23 Food Distribution Hazen Methodist Church Drive-Thru 10:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. Saturday September 25 Prairie County Fair grounds Bow Shoot 11:30 a.m. Prairie County Fair Grounds Kids Activities 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Prairie County Fair Grounds Pet Show 2:00 p.m. Demolition Derby Prairie County Fair Grounds 7:00 p.m. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Tuesday September 28 Prairie County Health Unit Drive thru Flu Clinic Hazen Methodist Church 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Hazen High School Alumni Meeting Hazen Methodist Church 6:00 p.m. Saturday October 2 Prairie County Master Gardeners Pumpkin Sale Hazen City Park East across from the Community Center
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The Prairie County Fair was kicked off by a parade through Des Arc on Saturday, September 18, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Lots of floats and vehicles carrying Fair Queen winners passed by throwing candy to eager children who lined the street.
Carlisle School District extends agreement, purchases cameras Leigh Ann Biernat, CPA and Senior Vice President for Stephens, Inc. in Little Rock, addressed the Carlisle School Board at their regular meeting held on Monday, September 13, in the school board meeting room. Board Member President Adam Ellis and members Jereme Carter, Shari Crouch, Whitney Jones, and Debbie Reid were in attendance; along with Superintendent William Rountree, High School Principal B. J. Greene, Assistant Principal Megan Aukes, COVID Contact Person Lea Anne Measels and Technology Director Lucas Evans. Biernat told the board that the district had saved approximately $2.9
million by refinancing its bonds. The bond fund is now up for extension. The district has two outstanding bonds, and according to Beirnat, the low interest on the bonds is “still a win for the district.” Currently, the district qualifies for the low interest rate until 2037. Rountree reported that there has been some social media activity complaining about the food at the cafeteria. Quantity, not quality, seems to be the problem according to Rountree. “I've had more positive comments than negative,” he said. “My position is not to hide when people are unhappy,” he said. Rountree also reported that, “through the four weeks (of school) we’ve
Superintendent Rountree signs the agreement with Stephens, Inc., while Biernat and Ellis look on. kept our kids taking classes face to face.” “I’m appreciative of the good
work everyone has done,” he said. Assistant Principal
Aukes said that the 2nd grade had been most affected by COVID, which showed up in a drop in NWEA test results. “We lay the foundation for reading in kindergarten and first grades,” she said. Coach Green said that the NWEA scores in the high school were also low, but that the professional learning community (PLC) had been working on interventions by having a math week and an English week. Progress reports will be handed out next week. Aukes said that the elementary bootcamp had gone very well, with approximately 50 students attending. Carol Plant told the (Continued as Carlisle schools on p. 5.)
Prairie County Quorum Court to give COVID bonuses The Prairie County Quorum Court passed two ordinances to designate where some of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) money received will be spent. The county has received over $650,000 from the federal government so far, and the first ordinance (Ordinance 2021-4) created a separate fund number for the funds that can be specifically used for COVID relief. The account will be federally audited, and the funds can be used for clinics, broadband, and to pay bonuses to county employees and library
employees who have been working during the COVID pandemic. Ordinance 2021-5 appropriates the ARP funds, allowing for county employees who worked during 2020, and who are still employed by the county, $5200 in retroactive premium pay. This is an extra $100 a week, and the amount was based on 2080 hours of work at $2.50 an hour. Every employee will get the same amount, regardless of the position, because they are considered essential workers under the ARP Act. The ordi-
nance also appropriates money to pay the workers compensation, Social Security, and retirement for the employees in addition to the $5200. Prairie County’s plan was based on the Conway County plan, and was approved by the Arkansas County Association. The Prairie County Library Board also
approved bonuses for its workers out of its own budget on Monday night. Those bonuses will include County Librarian April Highfill and five library workers. This does not change the money that the county has already budgeted for the year. Rather, it adds to it. The premium pay will amount to $339,000,
which is half of the total money received. The county expects to receive another $786,000 sometime after the first of the coming year. (The specific amounts appropriated are printed in the ordinance which is in this week’s paper.) All of the ARP money must be spent by 2026. (See Quorum Court continued on p. 3)
Des Arc School District asks community input
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The Des Arc Board of Education has selected McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development to assist them in the important task of selecting superintendent candidates for the board to interview. The consultants will be
meeting with community members on Tuesday, September 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school gymnasium to gather input regarding the qualities of the next Superintendent. This meeting is open to any patron who wishes to provide input.
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Biscoe EHC discusses Prairie County Fair, Delta Rally
Geraldine Aycock Geraldine (Jerry) Aycock, 95, of Hazen, passed away September 18, 2021. She was b o r n January 9, 1926 in C o t t o n P l a n t , Arkansas, the daughter of Joel and Nellie Deason. Jerry was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hazen, The Red Hatters and the Hipson Club both in Cotton Plant. She worked for Fred Ragland at the professional Pharmacy in Stuttgart for years and later worked for the Prescription Shop in Hazen before her retirement. Jerry loved her family and friends and will be greatly missed by all. She was preceded in death by her husband, Scotty Aycock and a son, Sam Tipton. Jerry is survived by her son, Billy Max Aycock and wife, Cindy of Hazen and her daughter, Scottie Lynn White and husband, Gayle of Port Barre, Louisiana; 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mary Ellen Gentry Mary Ellen Gentry, 82, of Des Arc died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at her home in Des Arc. Mary was
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born August 17, 1939 in Des Arc to Hobart and Ruby Irene (Williams) Parker. She was a homemaker. Survivors include one daughter, Kay (Kevin) Treadwell, two sons, Bill (Jill) Gentry, Dale (Stephanie) Gentry, five grandchildren, Eric Treadwell, Jonathan Gentry, Evin (Natalie) Treadwell, Erin (Andrea) Treadwell, Sydney Gentry, three great grandchildren, Samuel Treadwell, Ashburn Treadwell, Jaxten Treadwell, one brother, Howard Parker, one sister, Lydia (Chris) Parker-Sullivan. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Jerry Gentry, one grandson, Seth Gentry, one great grandchild, Poppy Treadwell, two brothers, and one sister. Visitation was Friday September 17, 2021 at Garth Funeral Home. Funeral services were 10:00 am Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Assembly of God Church in Des Arc with burial in Lakeside Cemetery by Garth Funeral Home. Reverend J. R. Armstrong and Reverend Alton Evans officiating. Pallbearers are Troy Geisler, Dewayne Britt, Eddie Britt, Terry Gentry, Craig Treadwell, and Glen Lightsey.
Benjamin Franklin Horton Benjamin Franklin "Frank" Horton, 81, of DeWitt passed away September 19, 2021. He was born July 25, 1940, in Selmer, TN, to Jodie and Lois Taylor Horton. Frank was a mechanic for many years before retiring. He enjoyed rabbit hunting and fishing, and spending time in his shop. Frank was a member of Faith Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 48 years Ann Duncan Horton; and three brothers Ray Taylor, Earl Horton and Clay Horton. Frank is survived by his sons Jodie Horton (Melanie) of Carlisle and Michael Horton (Becky) of DeWitt; seven grandchildren Tiffany Horton, Adam Horton, Eric Horton, Amanda Horton, Porter Parr, Blake Horton, and Suzanna Horton; two brothers David Horton of Dallas and Jimmy Horton of West Memphis; and three sisters JoDoris Bothwell of Dallas, Estelle Dale of Little Rock, and Lenora Pace of DeWitt. A memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. September 23 at Cedarcrest Memorial Gardens. Cremation arrangements by Essex Funeral Home. www.essexfuneralhome.com
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By Mitzi Osborne Eight members and a guest of Biscoe EHC met Monday, September 13, at the Biscoe Baptist Fellowship Hall for their monthly meeting. Those attending were Bernadette Mosby, Brenda Prince, Rita Farris, Connie Smith, Barbara Williams, Mitzi Osborne, Juanita Hutchinson, and Janice Corpier. Our guest was Emilee Moody, the new Prairie County Extension Family and Consumer Science Agent. Welcome, Emilee! We look forward to collaborating with you. President Mitzi Osborne called the meeting to order at 10:30 am with roll call answering with a favorite thing about
fall. Members reported 151 volunteer hours. Secretary Janice Corpier read the minutes and treasurer Juanita Hutchinson gave the financial report. Items of business members discussed: Prairie County Fair September 19 – 26 Biscoe workers are Barbara Williams, Mitzi Osborne, Bernadette Mosby Delta District Rally Searcy October 21 to attend: Mitzi Osborne, Barbara Williams, Connie Smith, Karen Golden Prairie County EHC Fall Rally October 28 fair building Christmas Community Kids Project Barbara Williams, Brenda Prince
Walk Across Arkansas: Mitzi Osborne, Juanita Hutchinson, Brenda Prince, Bernadette Mosby, and Rita Farris Food Insecurity State EHC project Project Book completed and ready for submission Education Exhibit for fair completed and ready to exhibit Leader for September Janice Corpier presented the program, “Ever Had a Leak?” URINE Not Alone!’ She led a highly informative discussion with handouts explaining causes, remedies, and exercises to help with this situation. This handout is available at the Prairie County Extension Office at the DeValls Bluff Courthouse.
For an eye-opener, Mitzi Osborne shared burial receipts she found in her mother’s files. The cost in 1948 for her grandfather’s (Franklin Singleterry) funeral was $52.65. The cost of her father’s (Allen Singleterry) funeral in 1979 was $1,679.43! Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen conducted both services. September birthdays celebrated were Brenda Prince 4th, Rita Farris 11th, Debby Priest 17th. Members presented Emilee the door as a welcome gift. Biscoe EHC meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 am at the Biscoe First Baptist Fellowship Hall. Anyone is welcome to visit/join.
Community flu vaccine clinic in Hazen On Tuesday, 28th, the September County Health Unit of the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) will offer flu vaccinations at no charge at the United Methodist Church from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. People should bring their insurance cards with them to the flu vaccine clinic. If they do not have insurance, or the insurance does not cover flu shots, the vaccine will still be available at no charge. “We want Prairie County residents to stay healthy this flu season, and getting a yearly flu vaccination is the best line of defense,” Erika Lott, Prairie County Health Unit Administrator, said. “We encourage everyone to come to the community
clinic or the local health unit to get their flu shot.” Annual flu vaccination is recommended for most adults and children six months and older. The flu virus changes from year to year, and this year’s vaccine protects against the flu viruses that are expected to cause the most illness this flu season. “The flu should not be taken lightly,” said Dr. Jennifer Dillaha, ADH Chief Medical Officer. “We are encouraging everyone to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their families, because it is hard to predict in advance how severe the flu season is going to be.” Certain people are more likely to have serious health problems if they get the flu. This includes older adults, young children, pregnant women,
people with chronic health conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease), people who smoke, and people who live in nursing homes. Therefore, ADH strongly recommends that people in these groups get a flu vaccine. It is also recommended that friends, family members and people who provide care to people in these groups also get a vaccine—not only to protect themselves but also to decrease the possibility that they might expose the people they love and care for to the flu. The flu vaccine is safe and does not cause the flu. Some people may have mild soreness and redness near the site of the shot and a low fever or slight headache. There are very few medical rea-
sons to skip the flu vaccine. These include lifethreatening allergic reactions to a previous dose of the flu vaccine or an ingredient in the vaccine. People with allergies to vaccine ingredients can often receive the vaccine safely, if it is given in a doctor’s office where they can be monitored. The flu is easily spread through coughing or sneezing and by touching something, such as a door knob, with the virus on it, and then touching their nose or mouth. Good hand washing habits are important in preventing the flu; however, the best way to prevent the flu is to get the vaccine. For more information, go t o www.healthy.arkansas.go v or www.flu.gov.
Carlisle City Council accepts airport grant Mayor Ray Glover called the special meeting of the City Council to order at 5:00 PM on September 7th, 2021 at the Carlisle Civic Center. Present were Council Members Anne Anderson, Mike Walker, Kevin Kegley, Jon Plafcan; Mayor Ray Glover; Clerk/Treasurer Angelia James; and City Attorney Mike Stuart. Council Member Larry Flynn was present via phone. Council Member Todd Turner was absent.
Mayor Glover advised the Council that the airport received a grant offer, which is funded 100%, to rehabilitate the airport runways. The council voted to accept the grant offer in the amount of $808,151.00. Clerk James advised that the bids have been received for a $200,000.00 line of credit for a new airport entrance road. Airport Chairman Larry Pasley was called and advised that this a 90/10 grant; with the Airport Fund paying 10%. Clerk
James advised three bids were received from the banks. First State Bank bid an interest rate of 3,609%. Bank of England/Carlisle Banking Center bid a rate of 2.85%; BancorpSouth bid 2.99%. Walker moved to accept the Bank of England's bid of 2.85%, and the motion passed unanimously. There was also discussion regarding the area for rocks/gravel. Council Walker told those present that
Ritchie Crow has offered up the lot to the side of his storage units, with the first year's rent being free, provided that the city cleans up. Crow is also willing to sell the lot. The city is presently paying rent on land used for gravel storage from Mary Sumner. City Attorney Stuart stated that the city should just pay $600.00 to Sumner for the current yearly rent, which would give the city time to consider the other offer.
CareLink announces schedule for free Medicare Part D reviews in Des Arc CareLink, Central Arkansas’s Area Agency on Aging, released their schedule for free Medicare Prescription Drug Plan reviews during the insurance provider’s annual open enrollment period Oct. 15 – Dec. 7. Des Arc Senior Center Oct. 22nd 8:30 a.m. CareLink is not affiliated with any insurance plan and their certified Medicare counselors provide an objective review of medications and offerings from Medicare Part D insurers to determine the best plan to meet a person’s needs in 2022. CareLink aids Medicare recipients year-round but shifts focus to Part D plans
during open enrollment. As health needs and insurance plans change annually, CareLink recommends Medicare recipients should reevaluate their plans to ensure they have the best coverage for the next year. Medicare recipients will need to make their final selection for Medicare coverage by Dec. 7 to ensure their coverage continues without interruption on Jan. 1, 2022. Last year, in response to COVID, CareLink’s Medicare counseling was by phone only. Largely in part to safety procedures and the availability of vaccines, the nonprofit and partnering senior centers will resume in-person appointments this fall in conjunction with phone
and Zoom options. To make an appointment for a free review, call CareLink at 501372-5300 or toll-free at 8 0 0 - 4 8 2 - 6 3 5 9 . Homebound older people may request a review of medications in their homes. All in-person appointments will require a COVID screening and for masks to be worn. For more information about Medicare services and qualifications, call CareLink’s Information
& Assistance Department at 501.372.5300, toll free at 800.482.6359 or visit CareLink.org. CareLink has provided services for active older people, homebound older people and family caregivers in Faulkner, Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Pulaski and Saline counties since 1979. For more information, call CareLink at 501-372-5300, toll free at 800-482-6359 or visit CareLink.org.
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Skarda is new Hazen Fire Chief
Hornets win over Stuttgart Junior Varsity team By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor A quick turnaround was no problem for the Hazen Hornets. Hazen beat Stuttgart’s junior varsity team 36-0 on Tuesday, Sept. 14, just four days after beating Earle. “I was a little worried about it,” Hazen coach Joe Besancon said, referring to the quick time to play Stuttgart. “We started slow, which we’ve done that the last couple of games. That is something we’ve got to work on. But, we held up pretty good.” Hazen quarterback
Luke King completed 22 of 34 passes for 311 yards and four touchdowns. The Hornets used for 234 yards. Braylan Anderson rushed for 107 yards and a touchdown. He also caught four passes for 68 yards and a score. Justin Schlenker caught five passes for 130 yards and two more scores. Collen Key led the Hornets defense with 14 tackles, including five tackles for losses. He had 2 1/2 sacks in the victory. Hunter Smith had 10 tackles. Hazen is not scheduled
to play again Oct. 1 when it hosts the Magnet Cove Panthers at Hornet Field. “Now, we’ve got us a pretty good layoff,” Besancon said. “I think that will help us get through some bumps and bruises.” Besancon said a game could be added if another team loses a game because of COVID-19 quarantines. “If I feel like it’s a team we can compete with, we’ll do it,” he said. “I’m not going to play some really hard team just to play a game. That is smart on my part.” (Ruth Corley photo.)
Miss Ashleigh Streetman bride-elect of Dakota Aycock honored with shower Miss Ashleigh Streetman of Hazen, bride-elect of Dakota Aycock of Hazen was honored with a wedding shower Brunch at Calvary Baptist Church Fellowship hall, Saturday September 11. Ashligh, assisted by Allie Burroughs opened and displayed her gifts on round tables covered by white tablecloths along the wall. Special guest included the bride-elect’s Mom, Melanie Hecke Streetman of Benton LA, and her sisters Skylar Jackson of North Carolina, and Adi Hester, Dakota’s mother, Nanette Belford of Hazen, his grandmother, Cindy Hill of Hazen, and his sister Taylor
Aycock, of Dallas Texas, his aunt Candy Straus, of Stuttgart, her sisterin-law Brittany Aycock and nephew Rhett, of Hazen. Other out of town guest was Amber Elders from Carlisle. Guests were invited to sign her book on a stand covered with a pink floor-length cloth with a lace over-lay, attached with a pink bow. The serving tables were covered with white floor-length cloths with lace overlays. Part of the centerpiece was a oblong cake with white icing and flowers in pinks and blues and the statement “She Said Yes!” Other foods and punch were in crystal or silver serving dishes
The hostesses were: Cheryl Jenkins, Amy Van Houten, Carla Nichols, Wendi Stock, Caroline Van Houten, Stephanie Van Houten, Monica Lisko, Christi Rounsavall, Wanda Young, Carolyn Beam, Donna Watson, Sherry Bullock, Jimmye Marek, Trilby Shelman, Lucy Raper, Susan Anthony, Betty Greenwalt, Chris Weems, Sharron Stallings, Paula Hackleton, Tracie Vail, Angie Cagle, Kim White, Pat Parker, Sandy Felty, Robin McMullen, Jane Smith, Joie McCarty, Carolyn Benafield, Julie Benafield, Terri Chapman, Sara Perry, Glori Strohl, and Connie Swaim.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 2021-4 Be it enacted by the Quorum Court of the County of Prairie State of Arkansas, an Ordinance Entitled: An Ordinance to Establish a Special Revenue Fund to be called the American Rescue Plan Fund; and to declare an Emergency. ARTICLE 1. AFFIRMATION. It comes before this Court that there is a need to establish a fund on the books of the county to track revenues, expenditures and/or appropriated transfers of federal assistance through the American Rescue Plan Act. This Court recognizes and affirms the need for such a fund to properly account for and control all such revenues and expenditures made in compliance with all applicable laws and guidance from the U.S. Treasury. ARTICLE 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF FUND. There is hereby created on the books of The Prairie County Treasurer and the books of the Prairie County Clerk or Comptroller a special revenue fund to be known as the American Rescue Plan Fund with a fund of 3046 as assigned by Arkansas Legislative Audit. The Revenue code for the federal assistance through the ARP Act, as assigned by Legislative Audit, is 7112 – Federal Coronavirus Relief. ARTICLE 3. OPERATION OF FUND. The American Rescue Fund is subject to all the normal county budgeting, appropriation and expenditures regulations of Arkansas Code Annotated, Title 14, and the County Financial Management System implemented in accordance with 14-21-101. Funds must be used only in accordance with guidelines issued by the U.S. Treasury concerning the legal expenditures of revenues received pursuant to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (P.L. 11-2), which established the Federal Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. Proper records and documentation must be maintained for federal audit purposes. ARTICLE 4. EMERGENCY CLAUSE. It is found by this that the deposit of federal assistance funds from the American Rescue Plan Act are imminent making it necessary to establish the American Rescue Plan Fund in order to be able to properly track the revenue, appropriate expenditures and/or appropriated transfers. Therefore, an emergency is declared to exist and this ordinance shall be in full force and effect from the date of passage and approval. PASSED AND ADOPTED on this 14th day of September, 2021.
The Hazen City Council met on Thursday, September 16, to hear committee reports and to appoint a new fire chief. Ashley Loudermilk, the present fire chief who has worked for the Hazen Fire Department for a total of 30 years, gave his final report to the council. He will be retiring on September 30. Seth Skarda, who has worked for the Fire Department as a volunteer for several years, was elected to take the place of Loudermilk as fire chief. The council thanked Loudermilk for his years of service and recognized his work by presenting him with a plaque. Mayor David Hardke was not present, and Recorder/Treasurer David Hoover presided over the meeting. Council Members Larry Anthony, Barbara Rogers, Steve Chlapecka, Rick Wiggins, Tim Juola, and Dallas Taylor were in attendance along with Mayoral Assistant Tracie Vail, Fire Chief Ashley Loudermilk, and Utilities Secretary Trilby Shelman who gave the Utility Department report. Shelman told the council that the Utilities Department workers had repaired eight leaks and replaced some of the lines. She said that the department is waiting to hear from the Suez company about the water tank painting. They had
Outgoing Fire Chief Ashley Loudermilk (right) turns over the reigns of the Fire Department to Seth Skarda. spent $575 for a back Softstart. The UV lights in the sewer plant have been ordered. The larger meters, especially those servicing large companies, have been checked for inaccuracies, the bucket truck has been repaired, and the workout room door has been fixed. Loudermilk reported that two houses had been burned down by his department, one on Water Street and one on Jefferson, and that they had helped with two 18wheeler wrecks. Hoover gave the Police Department report, stating that all of the police department cars have been fitted with e-ticketing software which connects the cars directly to a server at the
Police Department. Vail gave an update on the Aristotle internet installation within the city. She said that Aristotle was laying lines in five different locations at present and that the northeast side of town will be done next. She also reported that the transformer at the grain bins on the south side of the city had been moved, so the bins can now be torn down. Councilman Juola expressed concern that children were climbing the structure and said that at least the ladder on the outside of the bins needs to be removed as soon as possible. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned.
Local DAR celebrates Constitution Week Constitution Week is an American observance commemorating the adoption of the United States Constitution and is celebrated September 17-23, annually. Officially enacted on August 2, 1956, by President Dwight D. Eisenhower from a congressional resolution petitioned by the Daughters of the American Revolution [DAR], Constitution Week did not become an official celebration until September 2002 when President George W. Bush officially declared the first Constitution Week celebration. The goal of Constitution Week is to promote study of and education about the United States Constitution, which was officially adopted by Congress on September 17, 1787. As the original sponsor of the resolution creating Constitution Week, the Daughters of the American Revolution encourage Americans to read the Constitution
and a. remember our nation’s responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution, b. inform people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and the foundation for our way of life, and c. encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution In September 1787. As the original sponsor of the congressional resolution, the Daughters of the American Revolution encourage all patriotic Americans to honor and celebrate the U. S. Constitution this year on September 17-23. It is the backbone of the American freedom. DAR, founded in 1890, is one of the largest non-profit, patriotic women’s organizations in the world, and has more than 190,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters across the country and
several foreign countries. Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal, bloodline descent from a patriot ancestor who aided in achieving America Independence is eligible to join DAR. Membership is usually achieved through a local DAR chapter. Grand Prairie Chapter was founded in Stuttgart in 1966, and anyone interested in applying for membership may contact the chapter at grand.prairie.chapter@a rkansas-dar.org; Grand Prairie Chapter information can be located at https://arkansas-dar.org/ and additional information about the national work of DAR may be found at www.dar.org.
Quorum Court_______ (Cont. from p. 1) There were no committee reports, but Judge Skarda told the court that bids on the land by the baseball field that the county wants to sell will take bids through September 16. “I don’t think anyone will want it,” Skarda said. He also said that the county is having problems finding pipes to use for road repair. Justice asked Skarda to give a report on the used galvanized pipe that the county is selling for scrap. Gary King was the only justice absent from the meeting this month. In addition to all the other justices who were present, Judge Mike Skarda, County Clerk Gaylon Hale, County Treasurer Tamara Dabney, and County Attorney Abram Skarda were at the meeting.
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Medlock addresses Carlisle City Council Sarah Medlock addressed the Carlisle City Council about complaints that she has with the city’s utility department at the council’s August 17 meeting. Council members Anne Anderson, Mike Walker, Jon Plafcan; Mayor Ray Glover; Clerk Angelia James; and City Attorney Mike Stuart were present at the meeting. Medlock told the council that while she was away on a trip, the water to her home was turned off causing her hot water heater to explode, flooding her house and resulting in water damage to the walls and floors in multiple rooms. Medlock was asked by Walker if her bill had been paid. She stated that she pays her water bill “all the time and ahead of time.” Walker told Medlock that when the water is turned off, it depressurizes the tank, so turning off the water would not have caused the tank to blow up. Medlock told him that the plumber she called after she returned home said that having the water turned off could have been the problem due to the type of water heater that she has. Anderson said that homeowners’ insurance would cover the cost of repairs. She still has a warranty on her hot water tank. There were questions as to why the water had been turned off at all, and since no one with knowledge of the incident was present at the meeting, the council members could only speculate. All Medlock knew was that when the plumber called the city to have the water turned off, he was told that the water was already turned off. Clerk James suggested that high water usage is sometimes caused by a leak somewhere, and the city will sometimes turn off the water. After continued discussion that at times was heated, Mayor Glover asked City Attorney Stuart what the city could do to help Medlock. Stuart told the council that the city could do nothing about the damages to her home. Medlock also had a complaint about a sink hole that she said was in an alley next to her house. She had complained to the city about the holes that were forming in 2019, and at that time the city workers came out and filled the holes with dirt. Medlock felt that the city should have repaired the sewer line instead of just filling in the holes because the city owns the alley. Stuart said that this is probably not the case. He told Medlock that the alley is hers, and the city just has an easement through it. Walker said that if the problem is with the city’s main sewer line, then the city can repair it, but if the problem is with the sewer line going to her house then she is reponsible for fixing it. Utilities Superintendent Walters told the council that the damaged pipe was not on the city’s easement. It had been dug up after the department got the call from the plumber, thinking that part of the city main might have
collapsed, but the problem was with two feet of line that was plumbed with thin-walled pipe had collapsed on her property. Stuart told the council that when an alley is closed, the property owners get to the center of the alley, and the city has a right to the alley way for easements. “You own the land,” he said, “but you can’t remove the water and sewer line.” Anderson stated that Medlock would not be able to get any help from the city, but her insurance company should be able to help.Walker asked if it was repaired now. Supt. Walters stated yes. Clerk James advised that the first deposit of the ARPA funds has been received. She stated that the city would need to move the funds from the General fund into a separate interestbearing account. A motion was passed to allow this. Librarian Sherri Rollins advised that they have finished their summer feeding program, and they gave out 1,020 lunches in two months. She gave everyone a calendar of the events that will be going on at the library. She also stated that the library is going to start handing out produce boxes every Thursday or Friday. They will be handing out 117 throughout the program, Rollins also advised that the grant came through for the Master Gardeners to start work on the garden program. Clerk James pointed out the agreement that the city has with Mary Sumner, which is for $50,00 a month rental fee for the three lots that the city uses to store gravel and dirt. Sumner wants to raise the rent from $50.00 to $70.00 per lot, which would be $210.00 a month or $2,520.00 per year versus the $600.00 that the city has currently been paying. She stated she came up with the $70.00 based on the rent she collects for the 4th lot that is not rented by the city, Council Member Walker asked if the city has any place that could be used. Supt. Walters said the city did not have any land that close; the only space they have would be on Highway 13 South. He stated that at one time they discussed putting in retaining walls for rocks and dirt, but there was never a place to put it. He stated that has been the place that they have used since he was worked from the city. City Attorney Stuart asked if anyone ever thought about buying that property. Walters said no. Mayor Glover asked if the Council would like for him to inquire to see if she would be willing to sell, Council Member Walker advised yes because the city is at her mercy right now. City Attorney Stuart stated that he doesn't know of any lots that have sold in that area. He stated that the only lots he can think of are out on the highway and they were $3,500.00 for a residential lot. City Attorney Stuart advised that it is a month-to-month lease; and in the agreement it says that if it is not leased then the city would only have to
remove the gravel and dirt and not have to return it to its original state. Council Member Walker stated that there is an issue that needs to be resolved and that is the pink water that residents have been having around town. Supt. Walters stated that a potassium pump cyphered a barrel full of potassium into the system. These are the pumps he just replaced. Arkansas rural water came down today and inspected the pump. He said that the city does not have a spare pump. Walters wanted to assure the Council that it is not because they aren't doing their jobs. Walters stated that mechanical issues are the problem, Supt. Walters stated he was given information today regarding legislation on a bill that was passed that states the city has to put into an account 5% of what is made out of water and sewer. How they get the 5% is based on Arkansas Rural Water, which will come in and figure that out. This will take place by July 1st, 2025. The 5% can only be used for water and sewer refurbishment and replacement. City Attorney Stuart advised that the city already holds this amount. He said that the evaluation, that takes place approximately every five years, is actually when the city generally looks to refinance. He stated he thinks that they will find the city puts that much and more into the current bond issues. He stated that this is all used for the same thing. He asked if the city had debt service funds and a depreciation fund. Clerk James advised that the city has two debt service funds, one short lived asset fund and a depreciation fund; and the depreciation fund is 3% already. Anderson asked about the note in the packet regarding Bigham paving. Supt. Walters stated that it concerns International Drive. He stated that since they are building that new building that they wanted that street paved. City Attorney Stuart stated that at one time they wanted it to stay gravel. Clerk James advised that CASB did. Glover stated that the City put in for the state street aid, and the city is supposed to get it next summer. Glover said that it will have to dig out the road and it is going to be an extensive project. Chief Burks advised that all of the fire hydrants are flushed. An electrician told him that there was not three-phase in the building, but he could put three-phase in the building but it is going to be costly. He is doing a quote on that. Council Member Walker asked Chief Burks to see if he can get a quote on single-phase. City Attorney Stuart asked if this is what is used to fill the oxygen tanks, and how long does it take to fill the tank; how big are the tanks. Chief Burks advised they are a 45gallon tank but it doesn't take that long to fill the tank when the system is working right. He provided the invoice from AirGas. Since the compressor is down, he
had to buy two bottles from them for $570 so they would have them on hand over here. He stated that there are five packs on each truck, and it takes about ten minutes to fill them. Burks stated that he would get the quotes for them. Chief Burks advised that the repair bill was sent out a couple weeks ago. It was $1,500.00 for them to come and look at it, but they don't make the parts anymore. The bill was for just to service the compressor, not fixing it. Doing an overhaul on the system would be
County fair winner... Eleven year old Emerson Pannell of McRae poses with his Holstein bull, "Bullseye", and the awards he won at the White County Fair in Searcy on Wednesday, September 15. Bullseye was entered in the Holstein Dairy Bull division and won First Place, Junior Champion, and Grand Champion. Emerson is the son of Drew & Jocelyn Pannell of McRae, the grandson of Johnny & Louise Simmons of Cabot, and the greatgrandson of Betty & BR Holmes of Hazen and the late John & Marion Simmons of Des Arc.
APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE NO. 2021-5 BE IT ENACTED BY THE QUORUM COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, STATE OF ARKANSAS; AN ORDINANCE TO BE ENTITLED; “AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH PREMIUM PAY AND TO AMEND THE ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2021, TRANSFER FUNDS, MAKE ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATIONS, CHANGE PROJECTED REVENUE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES” SECTION 1. WHEREAS, the American Rescue Plan, Public Law No. 117-2 (March 11, 2021) was adopted into law and provided States, Cities, counties and Tribal Governments Funds for the purpose of addressing the various adverse impacts of Covid-19 upon those governmental units and society, including premium pay for essential workers defined by Interim Final Rule definition, in pertinent part, as any work performed by a county employee involving regular in-person interactions or regular physical handling of items that were also handled by others; SECTION 2. WHEREAS, 31 C.F.R. Part 35, the US Treasury Interim Final Rule, sets forth the authority and need for providing premium pay to assure the retention and support for essential workers and public functions; SECTION 3. WHEREAS, the Quorum Court of Prairie County recognizes the need to provide resilience to our local government and provide premium pay including retroactive pay back to January 27, 2020 to our county employees as authorized by the American Rescue Plan and guidance by the United States Treasury; SECTION 4. THEREFORE, the Quorum Court of Prairie County, hereby approves premium pay for eligible county employees continuously employed by the county for the entire period of January 27, 2020 to December 31, 2020. Each eligible Prairie County employee shall be provided the lump sum payment of $5,200.44 premium pay for that period, from which all applicable payroll deductions shall be deducted. SECTION 5. Appropriation Ordinance No. 2020-19, the “Annual Budget Ordinance for the Calendar Year 2021”, is hereby amended and the respective sums shall be transferred from the American Rescue Plans Funds allocated to Prairie County and credited to Fund # 3046, the American Rescue Plan fund; to the following funds in the amount set forth below: FUND Transfer in from ARP Funds Projected Revenue Changed to; County General Fund $198,832.55 $3,512,706.55 County Road Fund $103,391.00 $2,440,074.73 911 Fund $ 30.916.55 $309,845.66 Library $ 6,400.70 $335,234.40 SECTION 6. Ordinance # 2020-19, the 2021 budget is hereby amended by appropriating the following: FUND 1000 - COUNTY GENERAL $24,554.74 0100 0101-1001 Salaries Full Time County Clerk $1,879.00 0101-1006 Social Security $3,762.00 0101-1007 Retirement $27.01 0101-1010 Workers Comp
$30,222.75
$10,400.88 0103-1001 Salaries Full Time Treasurer $795.67 0103-1006 Social Security $1,593.42 0103-1007 Retirement $11.44 0103-1010 Workers Comp $9,918.72 $759.00 $1,520.00 $11.00
$12,801.41
0104-1001 Salaries Full Time Collector 0104-1006 Social Security 0104-1007 Retirement 0104-1010 Workers Comp
$12,208.72
$10,400.88 0105-1001 Salaries Full Time Assessor $796.00 0105-1006 Social Security $1,593.42 0105-1007 Retirement $75.00 0105-1010 Workers Comp
$12,865.30
$9,000.00 0107-1001 Salaries Quorum Court$688.50 0107-1006 Social Security $5,200.44 $397.83 $796.71 $92.05
$9,688.50
0108-1001 Salaries Full Time Courthouse Janitor - $6,487.03 0108-1006 Social Security 0108-1007 Retirement 0108-1010 Workers Comp
$36,563.80 0400-1001 Salaries Full Time Sheriff $2,798.00 0400-1006 Social Security $5,602.00 0400-1007 Retirement $519.23 0400-1010 Workers Comp
$45,483.03
$5,200.44 0415-1001 Salaries Full Time Juvenile Court $397.86 0415-1006 Social Security $796.72 0415-1007 Retirement $73.85 0415-1010 Workers Comp
$6,468.87
$5,200.44 0416-1001 Salaries Full Time Prosecuting Attorney - $6,400.74 $397.86 0416-1006 Social Security $796.72 0416-1007 Retirement $5.72 0416-1010 Workers Comp $37,769.20 0418-1001 Salaries Full Time Jail $2,890.00 0418-1006 Social Security $5,787.00 0418-1007 Retirement $537.00 0418-1010 Workers Comp $2,554.02 0419-1001 Salary Coroner $195.38 0419-1006 Social Security $4.60 0419-1010 Workers Comp
$46,983.20
$2,754.00
OEM $5,200.44 0500-1001 Salaries Full time $397.96 0500-1006 Social Security $796.75 0500-1007 Retirement $73.85 0500-1010 Workers Comp Total OEM - $6,469.00 Total County General – $198,832.55 COUNTY ROAD $82,231.24 0200-1001 Salaries Full Time $6,290.76 0200-1006 Social Security $12,598.00 0200-1007 Retirement $2,271.00 0200-1010 Workers Comp Total County Road – $103,391.00 LIBRARY $5,200.44 0600-1001 Salaries Full Time $397.83 0600 1006 Social Security $796.71 0600-1007 Retirement $5.72 0600-1010 Workers Comp 911 $24,854.20 0501-1001 Salaries Full Time $1,901.35 0501-1006 Social Security $3,808.00 0501-1007 Retirement $353.00 0501-1010 Workers Comp
Total Library – $6,400.70
Total 911 – $30,916.55
SECTION 7. SEVERABILITY. If any of the provisions of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provision or application, and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are declared severable. DATE: APPROVED:
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Bison fall to Lamar Warriors 42-22
Carlisle’s Ben Smith and Gage Parker try to get through the Lamar offensive line. (Brenda Foster photo.) By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor LAMAR — The Carlisle Bison fell to 0-4 with a 42-22 loss to the Lamar Warriors on Friday night. Carlisle led 8-7 in the first quarter. J.J. Sullivan scored on a 44yard run. Holden Jones scored the two-point conversion. Lamar scored the next 21 points to lead 28-8 at halftime. Carlisle’s Gage Parker scored on an 89-yard run in the third quarter. The two-point conversion failed, leaving the score at 28-14. Lamar pushed its lead
to 42-14 before the Bison scored its final points on a 17-yard pass from Jones to Parker. The two-point conversion was good. Parker led the Bison with 113 yards rushing on 11 carries. Sullivan had 64 yards on six carries. Devin Cooney had 62 yards on 11 carries. Kaleb Elliott had 42 yards on 11 carries. Michael Staton led Carlisle with 10 tackles. Parker had eight. “I”m sure everyone is ready for a win, and I can assure you our players and coaches are tired of losing as well,” Carlisle coach Caleb Shock said. “We make
too many mistakes to win games, and we have to get it fixed and there is now ay to make excuses for that. “With that being said, I do want to back our players on this: they haven’t laid down at Allin three out these four games. Till the click hits all zeroes, these young men have given great effort and that shows a lot about something inside of them. As disappointed as we all are in these results, I want to make sure everyone knows they have played with great physical effort. Now we’ve got to play just as hard mentally.”
Des Arc’s Ty Lewis and Jacob Roach line up before a play during the Eagles’ win over Earle on Friday. (Amanda Smith photo.)
Eagles edge Bulldogs for third win By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor EARLE — The Des Arc Eagles did what it needed to do to secure their third win of the season. The Eagles improved to 3-1 with a 12-6 win over the Earle Bulldogs on Friday night. “It was a sloppy game,” Des Arc coach B.J. Paschal said. “The field was in terrible condition. I was standing on the sideline in ankle deep slush. We turned the ball over three times. The conditions were sloppy. The ball
was slick. It was just a nasty game.” Des Arc took a 6-0 lead with 1:37 left in the first quarter when Brock Devorak scored on a 6-yard run. The two-point conversion was no good. Earle tied the game at 6-6 late in the first half on a 1-yard run. The score remained 6-6 until the 6:39 mark of the fourth quarter when Des Arc’s Trevion Reed scored on a 12-yard run. The two-point conversion was no good. Earle never seriously threatened to tie or take
the lead. “It was an ugly win but it was a win,” Paschal said. Jack Kearby led the Eagles with 87 yards rushing. Devorak had 59 yards rushing and Reed had 47 yards rushing. Des Arc has this Friday off before playing at Mount Ida on Oct. 1 “We’ve got a muchneeded bye,” Paschal said. “The kids need the rest. We’ve got a couple of kids banged up. We’ll use the week to try to correct ourselves and to heal a little bit.”
PC Northern and Southern District juror lists The jury lists for both the Northern and Southern Districts for September through December are listed below. Northern District Juror List September-December 2021 Glenda J. Atkins John D. Babb James J. Barlow Mandy D. Barnes Judith S. Barnett Carthel R. Bell John C. Bell Rebecca L. Bell McKenzie Berry
Dovie R. Britton Anne V. Bryles Ricky J. Bush Lamanda A Calhoun Vilynndia M Calhoun Justin C. Carnathan Gary A Carter Michael Chambers Emily D. Chappell James C. Collins Melissa M. Cook Sandra G. Cooper Vickie A. Covington Bradley W. Covington Wyatt R. Covington Robert W. Crider Opal E. Crouch Jamie L. Davis Joseph G. Dear
Marcus D. DeVorak Zachary DeVore Paul A. Dickson Jacob A. Eans Jennifer L. Edwards Chance L. Eldridge Gary L. Eldridge, Jr. John Ellis James L. English Stephanie L. Evants John A Ferguson Marilyn A Files DeVins W. Flanagan Debra B. Fritts Joshua T. Gibson Rachel A. Gierth Ronnie D. Goodman Jacob S. Goodwin Carla S. Greenwood
Carlisle school district___________________ (Continued from pg. 1) board that the school’s budget will be the same as last year, but the debt service will increase from $300,000 to over $600,000 next year. Evans reported that the phones will be functional soon. The district used the erate to upgrade two servers to the latest version. Both server harddrives had ceased to function. Measels told the board that two staff members and two students had tested positive for COVID, and presently no one is quarantined. There have been a total of 13 positive cases so far. She turns in a weekly report to the state. “So far our numbers have been pretty low,” she said. The board was given a copy of the Carlisle School District COVID policy. Students are required to stay home if they are sick, with the option of contacting Measels. If a student is showing symptoms of COVID at school, the cild will be assessed by the school nurse, who will encourage COVID testing and quarantine. If Covid testing is performed, the entire household must quarantine until results are received unless they are fully vaccinated and the individual is symptom free. If anyone in the home is COVID tested,
then everyone must quarantine until the results are back unless they are fully vaccinated and have no symptoms. Students must contact the Point of Contact (POC) person if they test positive for the virus and stay home and away from others for 10 full days from the start of the symptoms or test date if no symptoms are apparent. If anyone is is close contact with a person with Covid, but had a mask on appropriately, the close contact does not have to quarantine, but they will be notified by the school so that they can watch and test if they become symptomatic. A fully vaccinated does not have to quarantine after an exposure if they have no symptoms, but it is recommended that the person test 3 to 5 days after exposure. A full day quarantine after exposure is considered the safest with a 10 day quarantine with no testing while monitoring for symptoms and wearing a mask for a full 14 days. The district recommends that if a student is symptomatic and has a negative rapid test to have a PCR to confirm results. The siblings of students that are sent home are not required to go home unless they
are also symptomatic. Documentation of a negative result is required in order to return from quarantine. The district has contracted to replace the security cameras in the district. Only one quarter of the high school is now covered by cameras. The district will use federal ESSER funds to cover the hallways and classrooms with video/audio cameras with a system that is current and can be maintained “across the board,” Evans said. There will be a five year warranty on the cameras which will be replaceable. This will save a lot of time and effort when investigating incidents. Each camera will have storage. The district will also purchase HALO vape detectors which will be connected to the security camera system. “Vape is a problem in all schools,” Rountree said. The cost to the district for the security system will be $30,832.04, and alerts will be given through administrative phones. After an executive session, the district hired Phylicia Jarrett to be a special education paraprofessional. They then unanimously approved the 2021-2022 budget, and the ESOL handbook.
Malika L. Griffin Wesley K. Hambrick Nancy J. Hambrick David Hamilton Curtis E. Hamric Dustin E. Harper Marilyn S. Highfill Charles R. Hill Chelsea L. Hinshaw Jimmy F. Holland Jr. Cole Hollis Barbara L. Holloway Brenda F. Holloway Kelcie E. Huffstickler Rachel E. Huggins Cristina N. Ivey Natasha I. Jackson Rebecca A. Jenisch Jennifer L. Jennings Joshua S. Jobe Patsy A. Johnson Lamott Johnson Rebecca C. Johnson Kourtney B. Joshlin Charlotte Kidwell James Kirkland A. Nina P. Kittler Elvis K. Knupp Earnestine Larkin James E. Lauderdale Michaela E. Layrock Lyle L. Leggett Blake A. Lewis Malcom V. Long Alicisan L. Lowe Emily R. McAnally George A. McBryde Richard O. McFarlin Steven M. McIntosh Sarah McMullen Mya Q Medley Danny W. Miller Katie M. Minton Cheryl A. Moran Sunny Morton Stewart Morton Denice R. Mosby Frances C. Owen E. L. Parker Anthony Pasley Freddie G. Polk Pamela A. Prichard Kourtney C. Reed Julie A. Reidhar Jonathan R. Ripper Sandy F. Robinson Paige M Roe Randy R. Rosel Michael D. Shumaker Jason W. Simmons Kirby M. Smith Chester Smith Christopher G. Standridge Raven N. Stovall Clare L. Stinger Michael A. Stuckey Jesse D. Tackett Larry D. Tate Shelia R. Vest Kelvin J. Wagner Bobby Waters Carrie A Weatherley Brenda F. Weaver
Sarah M. Whittaker Emma C. Wiest Deborah R. Wiest Brandy M. Williams Southern District Juror List September – December 2021 Darlene C. Agee Kenneth R. Alexander Chrystal L. Anderson Magie L. Anderson Edward L. Baker Brianna L. Banks Timothy K. Baxter Dustin L. Bayless Shelia F. Bednar Barbara J. Bonds Shirley A. Bowen Carolyn J. Brakensiek Nancy E. Brown Drake H. Browning Michael B. Capps Katrina D. Carroll Charlene Castleberry Kristi L. Caviness Lisa C. Chambers Carrie L. Childress Joseph A. Ciganek Linda L. Coffman Kayla L. Cook Holly D. Crosby Danielle B. Davis Robert L. Davis Jr. Jeri L. DeVore Adam G. Denton Lori L. DeVore Kyle B. DeVore Ben R. Dierks Sonja B. Dillard Hunter L. Dixon Robert D. Dodds Kenneth W. Doepel Martin E. Douglas Matthew C. Dye Maliah M. Elms Marie Flanagan Benjamin B. Foot Cory T. Forrester James A. Fricker Malcon T. Geans Donovan R. Gilmore James A Gray Mary V. Gray Kenneth F. Gray, Jr. Donnie L. Griffin Carol Griffin Amie L. Griffin Hannah L. Guenther Sawyer H. Hagar Christopher L. Hall Kristie D. Harsson Jimmy S. Hill James B. Hubbard Kathy A. Hughes Jacqueline D. Hughes Mary A Hurt Taylor Ibbotson Richie E. Ingle Erma D. Jackson Erica L. Jackson Raven S. Jones Juanita Jones Lionel O. Jones
Clara S. Kasiah Barbara L. Kee Ann L. Kerksieck Danielle R. Kerr Ronnie O. King, Sr. Deven Q. Larkin Iesha N. Larkin Gerry L. Lawman Jared W. Leach Jerry E. Lee Jennifer N. Lee Jessie L. Lingerfelt Richard A. Lisko Brenda A. Long Mason E. Martin Jerry D. May John H. Meadows Glenn A. Mertens Alicia M. Minor Melissa S. Moore Cynthia D. Morgan Makaylah D. Mosby Carla Mosby Bernadette K. Mosby Donna L. Mulherin Mary C. Munnerlyn Carl B. Murphy Bonita W. Nethery Peggy S. Nicholas Joseph B. Ortego Melody J. Pace Brenda Parker Leonard A. Petrus Jr. Nathan D. Rankin Linda D. Raper Joel S. Ritsema Vanessa M. Roddy Don L. Rush Leann B. Sanders William D. Sanders Ernest D. Saunders Michael Sayger William L Saygers Diane L. Schwede Sharon L. Seidenschwarz Joan Shannahan Rose Shinley Janan L. Sickel Corinne C. Skarda Carlton C. Smith Leslie L. Smith Judy V. Stater Alexis N. Streetman Matthew H. Strohl Teresa M. Swaim Michelle L. Taylor John R. Thomas Todd W. Thompson Dora J. Tolleson Michael S. Tosh Joseph R. Uhiren Lauryn M. VanHouten Ronnie T. Walker Kristie L. Ward Haden L. Weems Shannon L. Weems Terry L. Weems Christine Weems Shellie L. Wiggins Brenda S. Willeford Janice L. Williams John F. Williams
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Bowman Plumbing Serving the Entire Grand Prairie Adam Bowman, MP 6142 Repair - Remodel New Construction Dependable Service Free Estimates Family Owned and Operated Call: (870) 256-5230
2008 corvette convertible, 48000 miles. The car can be seen at the jail in Des Arc. A minimum bid will be required. Send bids to: Prairie County Sheriff’s Department 200 Courthouse Square, Suite 101, Des Arc, AR 72040.
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Getting ready for the Prairie County Fair