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Wednesday, September 26, 2018
2018 Rice Festival Community to be on October 27 Events Calendar
Wednesday September 26 White River Irrigation District Board of Directors Meeting District Office 207 East Front St. Hazen 9:00am Thursday September 27 Distribution of Commodities First United Methodist Church in Hazen 10:00am- 12:00pm Hazen Junior Hornets VS Brinkley Tigers Hornet Field 7:00pm Hazen Junior Eagles VS Carlisle Bisons Bison Field 7:00pm Friday September 28 Hazen Hornets VS Brinkley Lions Tiger Field 7:00pm Des Arc Eagles VS Carlisle Bisons Eagle Field 7:00pm Monday October 1 Chamber of Commerce Meeting BancorpSouth Hazen 6:30pm -7:30pm Monday October 8 Columbus Day City and County offices will be closed Tuesday October 9 Quorum Counrt Meeting Annex Building Des Arc 6:00pm Community events brought to you by Hazen Chamber of Commerce and the
Please call F&M Bank (255-3042) or The Grand Prairie Herald (255-4538) to list events.
The 42nd Annual Grand Prairie Rice Festival will be October 27 in the east city park beginning at 10:00 a.m. with the traditional antique tractor parade. There will be great entertainment throughout the day featuring the I-40 East Band and Chase Mauk and the Steezy Street Band. Also in the lineup are Brian and Terri Kinder presenting a rollicking, good time concert for kids. Raptor Rehab of Arkansas will be presenting a popular program featuring injured birds of prey that are being rehabilitated at their facility.
The second annual talent show is scheduled at 1:30 and is open to all ages. First prize $250, second prize $150 and third prize $75. Registration forms for the talent show are available at Farmers & Merchants Bank and BancorpSouth in Hazen and must be turned in by October 5. All in all, it will be a great morning and afternoon of family fun and entertainment. For information regarding the festival or about setting up a booth or activity, call David or Sandy at Farmers & Merchants Bank 870-255-3042 during business hours.
Burned-out car found by Sheriff’s Department
PCSD recovers stolen vehicle by Leah VanHouten Prairie County Sheriff Department (PCSD) Criminal Investigation Division employee and PCSD Deputies recovered a stolen vehicle at 8:49 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 19. The vehicle was burned and found by an individual, "who stated that he found the burned up vehicle on the Briley Farm and requested that a deputy come out and make a report."
The witness did not know or recognize the vehicle, "The license plate (and vehicle) was reported stolen out of White County Sheriff's Department (WCSD) on Sept. 19 at 8:13 a.m.," according to the PCSD incident report. The investigation is being handed over to the WCSD, since the vehicle was reported stolen from their county.
2018 Angel Tree donations sought The Department of Human Services will be sponsoring the 2018 Angel Tree for Prairie County. Applications can be picked up at the Prairie County Department of Human Services. Applications will be accepted 10/01/18 – 10/31/18. Applications received after this date will not be accepted. Each family will be interviewed and determined to meet guidelines in order to be eligible for the Angel Tree. We are also asking for your support by either adopting an angel or donating to the Angel Tree Project. The angels can be found on one of the Christmas trees located in our local banks at Hazen and Des Arc the Monday
after Thanksgiving. We also need donations to assist in buying for angels that are not selected from the tree. If you would like to help with this project please contact Kelly Chapman at 870998-2581 ext 114. Donations can be made in the form of a check made payable to the DCO Community Cash Account, Department of Human Services. Thank you for supporting the Angel Tree Project and making Christmas merrier for the children in our county that are less fortunate. Without the help of persons like you, Christmas would be a sad time for some of the children in our county.
KTHV 11 anchor Craig O’Neill read to children at the Des Arc Library on Thursday morning, September 20. Over 70 students and adults attended the event.
Des Arc Council approves rezoning for craft distillery At the monthly Des Arc City Council meeting on September 18th, an ordinance was approved to rezone property located at 2702 Main Street from R1 Residential to I-1 Industrial. The property owner, William C. Harris, requested the zoning change in order to start a craft distillery business, which will produce wine and spirits for shipment. Attending the meeting were Mayor Jim Garth, Recorder/Treasurer Chrisana Knupp and Council Members Jodie Mayher, Welton Robinson, Steve Bryan, Ray McVay, Janice Huffstickler and Anna Beth Fisher. The council also approved an ordinance
authorizing the use of grant funds from the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management to replace/refurbish a wastewater lift station. Engineer Richard Penn provided plans and specifications for the project to development bid documents. A bid was accepted from Big Creek Contractors from Heber Springs for the total amount of $159,488. Work on the project will start right away with an approximate completion date of October 30th. A resolution was approved setting the city’s millage tax rate at 5 mills. The council approved a request from Mandy Barnes, Executive Director of the Des Arc Housing Authority to
appoint Tyler Cox to the board of commissioners. Cox will replace Sharon Brown for a five year term. Mayor Jim Garth reported that a request was made for the city to open an account at Farmers and Merchants Bank to accept donations for building a pavilion at Lakeside Cemetery. It is estimated that the structure will cost $25,000. The council approved the request. The Police Department reported 10 traffic tickets issued, 7 misdemeanor charges and 4 felony charges filed. Animal Control reported that 5 dogs picked up, 2 of which were returned to owners and 2 warnings issued.
Quorum Court discusses 2017 state audit of county A letter from the Prosecuting Attorney of the seventeenth Judicial District of Arkansas Rebecca Reed McCoy concerning the 2017 audit of county finances and other reports was the main order of business at the Prairie County Quorum Court meeting held on Tuesday, September 11. Present at the meeting were Aldermen Ronald Eans, Lawrence Holloway, Dennis Tipton, Gary King, Lucas Childress, Bobby Willeford, and County Clerk Gaylon Hale. Judge Mike Skarda presided over the meeting. The auditors noted an issue with a $1000 donation made by the county to the Arkansas Children’s Hospital which, while a “technical violation of the Arkansas Constitution regarding political subdivisions’ appropriation of money” according to the letter, was praised as a donation to a “noble endeavor.”
The second area of concern was the donation of sick leave to a former employee of the Sheriff’s Department. Although sufficient time was donated to cover the claimed hours, the county “did not have a policy authorizing the transfer/donation of sick leave hours or vacation hours to other county employees.” The county now has a policy in place for leave sharing. Skarda told the court that County Attorney Eric Kennedy will need to revise the partnership agreement that the county has with the Des Arc and Hazen School Districts concerning the School Resource Officers. The county will pay one third of the salaries for these officers, but will not be responsible for paying any overtime. Skarda told the aldermen that the county had purchased a 2011 Equinox for Sandra Patterson, the OEM, so that the county truck
that she has been driving can be used in the southern end of the county. Skarda also said that the county had received a bid of $99,000 from Red Stone for the new parking lot to be built at the White river Landing. The court allocated $124,000 in grant money for the project at the August meeting. He also asked that the elected officials get their budgett into his office by the middle of October. Skarda wants to give county employees a raise if possible. Prairie County Treasurer Tamara Dabney reported that the balance for County General Fund was $27,386.03 at the end of August. The balance for the County Road Fund was $275,639.59. The amounts of the 2018 general sales taxes and road improvement sales taxes are both down from the 2017 sales taxes taken in during the same period.
Hazen City Council hears property purchase request The Hazen City Council heard a request to purchase three acres of city property located near Interstate 40 at the council’s regularly held meeting, Thursday, September 20. Present were Councilmembers Tim Juola, Clevella Mosby, Rick Wiggins, Barbara Rogers, RecorderTreasurer David Hardke, and Mayor David Duch. Bryce Sims told the
group that he would like to build a 40’x50’ barbeque restaurant on the city property, and offered $10,000 an acre for the land, for a total of $30,000. The establishment, which would be called “Pig Dad’s Restaurant” would employ nine waitresses, three dishwashers, and three cooks according to Sims. (Continued on p. 4)
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Hazen FUMC to hold “Ladies’ Night Out”
Rose Marie Knupp gives Bobbie Dean Meiner her flu shot during the Mass Flu Shot Campaign held at the First United Methodist Church in Hazen. Other days that Prairie County residents can get their free flu shots include flu shot day at Hazen High School for students and staff members, the Des Arc Mass Flu Shot Day on October 4, and the flu shot day at Des Arc High School for students and staff to be held on October 10.
Carelink offers free Medicare reviews Shirley Sue Campbell Shirley Sue Campbell, 80 of Carlisle, was called home September 21, 2018. She was born September 22, 1937 in Hazen. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Wesley and Clarice Campbell; two sisters, Betty Nell Campbell, Claudia Williams, and brother, Lester Campbell. She is survived by one son, Jack Grantham; two daughters, Cathy Arkless and Sonya Scott; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Visitation was held on Monday, September 24, 2018 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.. at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Funeral services were Tuesday at 2:00 p.m.. at Landmark Baptist Church in Carlisle followed by graveside service at Center Point Cemetery.
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North Little Rock, Ark.– The Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage open enrollment period begins on October 15. As the Open Enrollment Period for Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage nears, CareLink, central Arkansas’s Area Agency on Aging, is offering free plan reviews. Central Arkansas Medicare recipients can call CareLink at 501-372-5300 or toll-free at 800-482-6359 to make an appointment today for a free Medicare Drug Plan review between Oct. 15 - Dec. 7. As health needs and health insurance plans change from year to year, Medicare recipients need to re-evaluate their plans during the open enrollment period to ensure they have the best coverage for the coming year. “CareLink is a local nonprofit not associated with any insurance plan,” said CareLink Community Services Manager Karen Schneider. “Our counselors provide an objective review of your medications and the offerings from Medicare Prescription Drug insurers to help you determine your best plan for 2019. In the past, these reviews have saved some people hundreds of dollars each month.” Medicare’s enrollment period gives older people ample time to review their plans and make changes to their coverage. Medicare recipients will need to make their final selection for 2019 Medicare coverage by Dec. 7 to ensure Medicare coverage continues without interruption on Jan. 1, 2019. Medicare recipients must have an appointment for a review during
the open enrollment period. Homebound older people may call for a CareLink review of medications in their homes, but most reviews occur at CareLink’s office in North Little Rock or during scheduled times at these central Arkansas locations: Oct. 16 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Clarendon Senior Center Oct. 18 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Jack Evans Senior Citizens Center | Sherwood Oct. 22 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Betty Fort Senior Center | Lonoke Oct. 23 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Patrick Henry Hays Center | NLR Oct. 30 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Cabot Senior Center Nov. 1 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Des Arc Senior Center Nov. 6 8:30 am – 2:00 pm CareLink Fitness and Wellness Center | LR Nov. 12 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Jacksonville Senior Wellness & Activity Center Nov. 20 8:30 am – 2:00 pm Patrick Henry Hays Center | NLR Nov. 29 8:30 am – 2:00 pm CareLink Fitness & Wellness Center | LR Oct. 15 8:00 am – 3:30 pm CareLink, 706 West 4th Street | NLR Last year more than 15,000 people in Faulkner, Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Pulaski and Saline counties were CareLinked with information and resources to help them stay active and in their own homes, avoiding more costly care. Older people and their caregivers can get the information and assistance they need from CareLink at 501-3725300, toll-free 800-4826359 or by visiting CareLink.org.
Letter to the Editor SNAP keeps food on the table for working families The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a vital, short-term lifeline that helps thousands of Arkansans who are forced to make tough decisions between food, gas and rent on fixed budgets. As the cost of living goes up and salaries lag behind, it's getting harder for families in Arkansas to make ends meet. Because of SNAP, people in our community can afford to feed their families while finding a job that covers their bills. THOUSANDS of Arkansans rely on SNAP, but they don't often need it for long. More than 80 percent of participants work in the year before or after receiving SNAP, proving that it helps workers temporarily stay afloat. If Congress makes
cuts to SNAP, it would be harder for these working families - the majority of whom are caring for children, seniors and people with disabilities - to get back on their feet. Congress needs to work together to protect working families. I urge Representative Rick Crawford and Senator John Boozman to include the Senate's bipartisan provisions in the final Farm Bill and show they care about our neighbors in need. Without having to worry about how to put food on the table, people in our community can focus on getting and keeping jobs that support their families. And that's good for everyone. Sarah Fowler United Way Ouachitas
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The women of the Hazen First United Methodist Church in Hazen invite all the women of Prairie County to a “Ladies’ Night Out” featuring Christina Munoz Madsen. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the church, which is located at 211 N. Hazen Ave. Christina Munoz Madsen is the Associate Vice President of Communications, Public Relations, and Marketing for the University of Central Arkansas. She oversees the Division of University Relations and Creative Services which includes photo, video, website, creative services, media and social media for the university. Christina made the switch from television news to higher education in March 2014. Prior to joining UCA, Christina spent 11 years at KATV Channel 7 where she was the evening anchor alongside Scott Inman for nine years. Throughout her time at KATV, Christina covered a variety of stories and events which took her all over the state, nation, and even to Mexico to highlight the work of Arkansans there. She covered presidential campaigns, sporting events, and her favorite feature stories about Arkansans overcoming adversity. Christina came to Little Rock from Duluth, Minnesota, where she was a reporter for
Christina Munoz Madsen KDLH, the CBS affiliate. Prior to that she worked behind the scenes at WCCO in Minneapolis. Christina received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Spanish from the University of Minnesota. She started out as a musical theater major and performed professionally in Minneapolis theaters for four years while pursuing her degree. Christina was born and raised in Yankton, South Dakota, her dad's hometown. Her mom was born and raised in La Serena, Chile. Christina started out as a radio broadcaster at 1450 KYNT in Yankton at the age of 15. Christina is also a published author. She and former KATV News Director, Randy Dixon,
created a book in memory of Anne Pressly, a KATV anchor/reporter who was murdered in her home. The proceeds go to a scholarship in Anne's name. Christina and her husband Dave have two daughters, Sydney Raquel (born in 2008) and Reagan Anne (born in 2011). She's a member of Conway Kiwanis and is an honorary member of the League of United Latin American Citizens. Her hobbies include singing, playing guitar and violin, dancing, teaching Sunday School at First United Methodist Church in Conway, and cheering on the UCA bears. She is also the lead singer in a Conway-based band, Just Cause, which performs for various events in the central Arkansas area.
Health Department rolls out county certificate services Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is now offering vital records services in all counties. At least one Local Health Unit (LHU) in every county is now ready to process same-day, in-person requests for birth certificates and death certificates. In addition to inperson and mail requests, a new .gov online system recently launched in partnership with Information Network of Arkansas (INA) for online orders. “The Department of Health has achieved simplicity by providing easy and quick access to copies of important documents in every county in the state,” said Governor Asa Hutchinson. “I commend Dr. Smith and the Department of Health for this first-rate efficiency, which is a continuation of the department’s good
NOTICE OF SALE OF $6,285,000 DES ARC SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 5 OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS REFUNDING AND CONSTRUCTION BONDS Dated October 1, 2018 Sealed bids will be received until 11:00 o’clock a.m., local time on October 10, 2018 for the above Bonds, which mature serially on February 1 of each year of the years of 2020 to 2048, inclusive. All bids must be on the Official Bid Form or submitted electronically, via PARITY. Copies of the Preliminary Official Statement, Official Notice of Sale and Official Bid Form may be obtained from the undersigned. Danny P. Lovelady First Security Beardsley First Security Center 521 President Clinton Avenue, Suite 800 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 Telephone (501) 978-6392
work to eliminate backlogs and to meet the needs of Arkansans which is our highest priority. This is a great example of government transformation at its best.” ADH has already issued over 37,000 birth and death certificates from the LHUs as services have become available locally this year. Offering vital records locally helps reduce travel time for Arkansans and has provided an easier option for them to get these important documents. “We are thrilled to now offer these same-day services to Arkansans in every county,” said Nathaniel Smith, MD, MPH, ADH Director and State Health Officer. “It is important for Arkansans across the state to have convenient access to their records.”
These services are available in all county health units except WIC-only clinics and health units that are not open every weekday. Same-day services are available in most instances, but there are a few situations that will require more time. Any requests to change or correct information on existing birth or death certificates must still be handled in the Little Rock office located at 4815 W. Markham St. For more information about ordering vital records, please visit: https://www.healthy.arka nsas.gov/programs-services/program/certificatesand-records. For more information about local health unit locations and services, please visit: https://www.healthy.arka nsas.gov/health-units.
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USDA launches trade mitigation programs
J. B. Wells from “Arkansans for Jobs and Justice” looks on as Kristin Foster of the “Nineteen Twenty Group makes her presentation.
PC Republicans continue meetings on ballot issues The Prairie County Republican Party heard presentations on ballot issues 1 and 5 at their regular September meeting held on Monday, September 10, in the SnoWhite Restaurant in Des Arc. The first to speak was J. B. Wells from “Arkansans for Jobs and Justice” who spoke in favor of Issue 1, the amendment concerning tort reform in civil lawsuits and the powers of the Arkansas General Assembly and Supreme Court to adopt court rules. Wells told those present that Issue 1 would help draw doctors
J. B. Wells
Warning Order IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICTPROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF RIVER AUSTIN CLIFTON CASE NO. 59SPR-201812 REID G. CLIFTON and KELLY D. CLIFTON PETITIONERS VS. ADAM J. MILTON RESPONDENT WARNING ORDER You are hereby notified that the Petitioners, Reid G. Clifton and Kelly D. Clifton, whose attorney is Christina Boyd, and whose attorney’s address is 308 Court Square, DeWitt Arkansas, 72042, has field a petition herein against you. A copy of such petition will be delivered to you or to your attorney upon request. You are also notified that you must appear and defend by filing your answer or other responsive pleading within thirty (30) days of the date of the first publication of this Warning Order, and in the event of your failure to do so, judgement by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint as circumscribed by the laws of this State. In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and seal as Clerk of the Court on this 20th day of July, 2018. This Notice first published on September 19, 2018 GAYLON HALE PRAIRIE COUNTY CIRCUIT & COUNTY CLERK
to Arkansas by limiting the amount of compensation allowed for malpractice lawsuits. It would also help rural hospitals and avoid “lots of frivolous lawsuits,” according to Wells. The law would not cap the economic compensation in damage lawsuits. The issue would also allow the state legislature to create rules for the policies of the Arkansas courts. Wells said that the law would be good for farmers. Presently the issue, which is on the ballot, has been thrown out by Pulaski County Circuit Judge Mackie Pierce who ruled on Thursday, September 6, that sections of the proposed amendment were not all “reasonably germane” and failed to meet the “single-subject test.” The case has been appealed to the Arkansas Supreme Court. When asked if he thought that the Supreme Court would have time to rule on the appeal, Wells had no response, but he said, “Our camp is dedicated to getting this passed.” Kristin Foster of the “Nineteen Twenty Group” spoke in favor of Issue 5 on the Arkansas ballot. This issue would increase the minimum wage for Arkansans from $8.50 to $9.25 per hour on Jan. 1, 2019, then to $10 per hour on Jan. 1, 2020, and finally to $11 per hour on Jan. 1, 2021. Foster is the director of a child hunger agency based in Russellville. Foster said that many
Arkansans are making less than $18,000 a year. A rise in wages would inject money into retail and small businesses, she said, because lower income Arkansans tend to spend the extra money that they receive. When asked about whether raising wages would raise costs, Foster said, “I think that is really a valid concern.” Foster said that in states that have raised wages gradually, as Issue 5 proposes, have not had that problem. “When you see gradual increases...you don’t see that increase in prices,” she said. Arkansas’s present minimum wage is $8.50 per hour. In contrast, Texas’ minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, and Missouri’s minimum wage is presently $7.85 per hour, although it is indexed by law to inflation. Most states only meet the federal minimum wage of $7.50 per hour which has not changed since it was passed in 2009. The law would apply to non-exempt employers with four or more employees, but jobs where gratuities are custom, such as restaurant workers, some small businesses, and certain agricultural jobs would be exempt. After the presentations, the group discussed their booth at the fair and the upcoming election. Chairman Rick Dobson said that he hoped to have speakers for and against the other ballot issues at the October meeting.
PC Sheriff’s Report by Leigh VanHouten As of Wednesday, Sept. 19, the Prairie County Sheriff's Department currently has 52 individuals in custody on both felony and/or misdemeanor charges at the Prairie County Detention Center, located in Des Arc. Recent additions include -- zero female for misdemeanor, one female on a felony, one male on felony and one male for misdemeanor -- charges. Recent arrests include: Brittany Robinson was arrested on a seconddegree felony charge; Aaron Gibson was picked up on a probation revocation felon charge; and Thomas Hart was harassment, which is a
misdemeanor. For more information on current incarcerated inmates in Prairie County and other detention centers across the state visit www.vinelink.com. To report an incident or to give information on ongoing cases call (870) 256-4137, which is answered 24 hours a day, seven days of the week. Residents can also email the sheriff at rick.hickman@prairiecountysheriff.org. Keep up to date with the Prairie County Sheriff's Department by following the department on F a c e b o o k : www.facebook.com/prairie countysheriffdept. In any emergency situation dial 9-1-1.
Legal Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NO. 59SPR-18-20 JOHNNIE UHIREN, DECEASED Last known address of decedent: 8170 Hwy 86 West, Hazen, AR 72064. Date of Death: June 24th, 2018. An instrument dated the 4th day of September, 2013, was on the 11th day of September, 2018, admitted to probate as the last will of the above named decedent, and the undersigned has been appointed executrix there-
under. A contest of the probate of the will can be affected only by filing a petition within the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit the claim, duly verified, to the undersigned within six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate. This notice first published 19th day of September, 2018. Linda F. Uhiren, Executrix 8170 Hwy. 86 West Hazen, AR 72064
USDA launched the trade mitigation package aimed at assisting farmers suffering from damage due to unjustified trade retaliation by foreign nations. Producers of certain commodities can now sign up for the Market Facilitation Program (MFP). USDA provided details in August of the programs to be employed. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will administer the Market Facilitation Program (MFP) to provide payments to corn, cotton, dairy, hog, sorghum, soybean, and wheat producers. An announcement about further payments will be made in the coming months, if warranted. USDA is currently working to determine how to address market disruptions for producers of almonds and sweet cherries. The sign-up period for MFP is now open and runs through Jan. 15, 2019, with information and instructions provided at www.farmers.gov/mfp. MFP provides payments to cotton, corn, dairy, hog, sorghum, soybean, and wheat producers who have been significantly impacted by actions of foreign governments resulting in the loss of tradi-
tional exports. Eligible producers should apply after harvest is complete, as payments will only be issued once production is reported. A payment will be issued on 50 percent of the producer’s total production, multiplied by the MFP rate for a specific commodity. A second payment period, if warranted, will be determined by the USDA. MFP payments are limited to a combined $125,000 for corn, cotton, sorghum, soybeans, and wheat capped per person
or legal entity. MFP payments are also limited to a combined $125,000 for dairy and hog producers. Applicants must also have an average adjusted gross income for tax years 2014, 2015, and 2016 of less than $900,000. Applicants must also comply with the provisions of the Highly Erodible Land and Wetland Conservation regulations. For more further information or to locate and contact local FSA offices, interested producers can visit www.farmers.gov
Cotton
Market Facilitation Program Initial Payment Rate $0.06/lb.
Corn
$0.01/bu.
$96,000
Dairy (Milk)
$0.12/cwt.
$127,400
Pork (Hogs)
$8.00/head
$290,300
Soybeans
$1.65/bu.
$3,629,700
Sorghum
$0.86/bu.
$156,800
Wheat
$0.14/bu.
$119,200
Commodity
Est. Initial Pmt.** (in $1000’s) $276,900
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$4,696,300
**Initial payment rate on 50% of production
State ADH discusses efforts to prevent suicide-rrelated deaths Little Rock, Ark. – There were 621 people who died by suicide in Arkansas in 2017, making it the leading cause of violent death in Arkansas in that year. The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and partners want Arkansans to know there is help and hope. ADH and the Attorney General’s office came together on Monday, September 10, at the onset of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week to discuss the state’s efforts to reduce the number of suicide-related deaths at an event at the State Capitol. Dr. Nathaniel Smith, ADH Director and State Health Officer, spoke in detail about the public health impact of suicide, including the steps the ADH is taking to combat the high rate of suicides in the state. These steps include training community leaders and educators about how to help prevent suicides and running campaigns like “Let’s Talk About It,” which promotes
the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. An average of over 1,000 Arkansans call the lifeline each month. The Arkansas Lifeline Call Center, which answers calls to the national line made in Arkansas, is housed by ADH. The call center was mandated by Act 811 of 2017 and opened in December 2017. “Where there’s help, there’s hope,” said Dr. Smith. “The Arkansas Department of Health is committed to providing help to Arkansans in the midst of crisis when they need it the most through training community leaders, education, and the Arkansas Lifeline Call Center.” In 2016, 67 youth between the ages of 10-24 died by suicide. An important component for the suicide prevention program is improving continuity of care and follow-up for youth identified at risk. The suicide prevention program is implementing integrated networks of
care for community populations to ensure that follow-up care and evidencebased treatments are effectively in place. “On average fifty Arkansans per month lose their battles with mental illness or depression and too often, family and friends are not aware of or do not understand the sense of hopelessness of their loved one,” said Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge. “Arkansas is one big small town, and we must work together to give hope to those in need and bring awareness across the state in order to save the lives of our neighbors and friends.” The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Veterans can access the Veteran Crisis Line by calling the national line and pressing 1. Anyone can also text the crisis line by sending TALK to 741741, or chat online at www.chat.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
PUBLIC RELEASE Mid-Delta Community Services, Inc. today announced its sponsorship of the USDA Food Program. Meals will be available at no charge or at a reduced charge to enrolled persons at the participationg institution(s) listed below. In accordance with Federal law and the United States Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from descriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination write to U. S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue NW, Washington, D. C. 20250-9410. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202)720-2600 (voice or TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800)877-8339). USDA is an equal opportunity provider. Institution or Facility Addresses: Des Arc Head Start: 3rd & Erwin Streets, Des Arc, AR 72040 DeValls Bluff Head Start: Sycamore & Ash Street, DeValls Bluff, AR 72041
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2,720
628
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3,870
893
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3,188
736
54,427
4,536
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3,656
844
62,419
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1,201
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49,478
4,124
952
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78,403
6,534
1,508
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Cobweb broom workshop at LWRM Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc is offering a cobweb broom workshop on Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Explore the world of broom-making with a traditional cobweb broom. This long-handled broom with a narrow, tapered end is perfect for sweeping high ceilings and
hard-to-reach corners. For more information or to register, contact museum staff at: (870) 2563711 or lowerwhiterivermuseum@arkansas.com. Lower White River Museum State Park is one of 52 state parks administered by the State Parks Division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism.
White River bridge plaque installation
Craig O’Neill poses with the Des Arc first graders above and the Des Arc pre-schoolers below in front of the new library on Storytime Day.
Hazen City Council
(Continued from p. 1) He showed the councilmembers a drawing of the proposed restaurant which would seat approximately 80 people. “Eventually, we plan to have a full-scale bar on the back,” Sims said. The hours would be from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. everyday. The council tabled the discussion until City Attorney Randy Gammill could be consulted and a possible appraisal of the present value of the land be done. In other business, Utilities Manager Phillip Foot said that the pavilion in City Park East is almost done and that a bid for $9000 for the picnic tables had come in. The ditch project along Crowley Street will continue as soon as the city’s backhoe is repaired. Firechief Ashley Loudermilk reported 10 first-responder calls this past month. He said that
the new fire truck is doing well, and that that his department had applied for a $3000 forestry grant. Police Chief Bradley Taylor reported that the new Tahoe was in, K-9 training had been completed by Officer Clayton, and that the School Resource Officer placement was going well. Duch said that the city is still spraying for mosquitos. He told the council that after looking at the city’s budget there was no possibility of hiring a city park director, but the city would help with a salary if an organization want to hire someone. Duch also said that the city website was going to be upgraded to allow online utility payments. The Love’s station has let out bids, and once the bidder is chosen the building will begin. The station will take a year to complete.
New books at library Books To Have and To HarleyRegina Cole Jealously- Nancy Bush The City Baker's Guide to Country Living- Louise Miller The Haunting of Blackwood House- Darcy Coates Everyone Dies in the EndBrian Katcher The Haunting of Gillespie House- Darcy Coates The Ghost of You- Heather Graham Beach Walk- Grace Greene Beach Christmas- Grace Greene Twilight's Spell- Sela Croft Beach Wedding- Grace
Greene Tear Me Apart- J.T. Ellison Fly Girls- Keith O'Brien DVDs Woman Walks Ahead Black Water The Flash season 4 Gotham season 4 The Walking Dead season 8 Once Upon a Time season 7 Book Club Blue Bloods season 8 This is Us season 2 Siberia Distorted Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom Paw Patrol Mighty Pups Barbie Dolphin Magic
On the bank of the White River within sight of the lighted bridge arches in the shade of a pavilion just north of Dondies’ White River Princess Restaurant, a plaque was installed this week that recognizes contributors to the bridge-lighting project. An official unveiling of the plaque will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. for all interested parties to come and celebrate the event. The bridge lights were a community project that was launched in 1994 to bring people together and to add beauty to the Tom Roe Memorial Riverfront Park in Des Arc. The project was dedicated on Labor Day Monday, September 4, 1995. The Des Arc Police Department estimated that 2000 people were on hand to celebrate that event. There are three sections of names on the plaque: a memorial section for those who contributed to honor family names or contributed in honor of lost loved ones; a contributors section that recognizes every person who donated funds large and small;
and a corporate sponsor section that lists businesses who invested in the project. There is also a recognition section for those who gave anonymously. “Circumstances that were unavoidable caused the delay in reaching this point,” Harvey Joe Sanner, Chairman of the Bridge Lighting Committee said, “and I appreciate the patience and understanding of the contributors. I hope they feel some consolation for the years of enjoyment the lights have delivered while we waited to see this permanent marker erected.” “This plaque recognizes those who had the vision and love for this community to take on a project that some thought was too much for a small town to accomplish,” he said. “Gratitude and admiration for those people who stepped up in 1994-95 fills my heart.” Everyone is welcome to drop by and view the plaque and visit with neighbors and friends. Hopefully as you view the lighted arches, you will feel pride in what we did together several years ago.”
Moving toward an educated citizenry by Roxanne Woods s Bradow "An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people," Thomas Jefferson once said. Our former President knew the importance of voters walking into the voting booth educated on the issues of the day. The county Republican Party and the Extention Service should be given kudos for doing their part in the effort to inform Prairie Countians about this year’s ballot issues. What I learned from their meetings is reflected in this article. A lot of the information provided here comes from the University of Arkansas Extension Service website found at www.uaex.edu. Once you are there, search for “state ballot issues” and read to your heart’s content. A copy of each proposed issue is there, with definitions of the terms used in the bill. This website also lists what organizations are supporting and opposing each issue. Two other websites that might also be helpful to you are the Arkansas Secretary of State’s “VoterView” at www.voterview.ar-nova.org (where you can look up your voter registration information, view the status of your absentee ballot, and possibly see a sample ballot), and the Arkansas Ethics Commission’s website at www.arkansasethics.com (where you can see the names of supporters and opponents who spend money on campaigns and how the money was spent). So in an attempt to help readers of The Grand Prairie Herald understand what our ballot issues actually mean before voting time, an explanation of each will be presented in, hopefully, an unbiased way over the next few weeks. But first a little background. Here is how an issue gets on the Arkansas ballot. Since 1874 when the
Arkansas Constitution was written, voters have approved 94 amendments to the document that contains our state laws. We Arkansans choose the laws by which we live, and can approve or reject any constitutional amendments put before us. That is why voting is so important. Only 18 states allow voters to propose changes to their state constitutions by petitioning the government. This process requires that the number of signatures on the petition for a constitutional amendment must equal at least 10 percent of the number of people who voted for governor in the last election. This year 84,859 signatures were needed. To propose a state law the petition must have 8 percent of that number, which is 67,887 this year. Three ballot issues were proposed by citizens of Arkansas this time. They are Issue 3, which reinstates term limits for state legislators; Issue 4, which would allow casino gambling in four specific places in Arkansas; and Issue 5, which proposes a graduated minimum wage increase for Arkansans. Legislators can refer up to three issues. This year we have two legislatorproposed issues on the ballot. Issue 1 seeks tort reform that will “limit contingency fees, lawsuit damages, and powers of Supreme Court.” The other is Issue 2 which would add photo identification as a requirement for Arkansans to vote. This fall, Arkansans will have the opportunity to vote on these five ballot issues, or possibly four if the votes on Issue 1 are not counted. Issue 1 has been thrown out by the Circuit Court because as Max Brantley of the Arkansas Times so precisely wrote, “it unconstitutionally proposes four separate constitutional amendments to voters in
one ballot measure and fundamentally rewrites the balance of power in the Arkansas Constitution without informing voters of the fact.” The Arkansas Supreme Court will have to make the final decision on whether votes for and against Issue 1 are counted. Ballot issues often have misleading names, and sometimes embedded within their clauses there are things that have very little, if anything, to do with what the title actually says. Proponents of the bills try to put the best “spin” on what is being voted on, knowing full well that few voters will read the entire bill before voting day. A perfect example of this is the so-called “ethics” bill that was passed a while back. Deep within it was a section that basically repealed a term limits law that Arkansans had previously passed on two separate occasions. Voters thought that they were voting to force legislators to do the right thing, all the while unknowingly allowing those same legislators to undo the term limits that the voters had already passed twice. I guess the legislators thought that “ethics” was in the eye of the beholder as opposed to doing what was right. The courts have said that basically this is what the writers of Issue 1 have done. The title of the bill is “An Amendment Concerning Civil Lawsuits and the Powers of the General Assembly and Supreme Court to Adopt Court Rules.” The first part deals with tort reform, but the second (questionable) part is what got the issue thrown out. That part would give the legislature the authority to tell the courts how to rule on issues the members of the legislature might not like by lowering the number of votes needed by state legislators from 2/3 to 3/5 to abolish
The deadline to register to vote for the General Election is
Tuesday, October 9th.
Those who would like to request an Absentee ballot may call the Prairie County Clerk's Office in Des Arc at (870) 256-4434 to request application. Should you have any question do not hesitate to call.
or change rules established by the Supreme Court related to Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, District Courts and “referees, masters and magistrates.” So, it’s important to know what is in the ballot issue that you vote for or against. You cannot trust the title, and you cannot trust the advertising that you see and hear that is paid for by special interest groups. In our system of government (which is a republic by the way, not a true democracy), it is important that voters be informed. So when you make a decision on each issue, you should try to answer these three questions suggested by the Extension Service on its website: 1. “Who is behind the information?” 2. “What is the evidence for the position?” 3. “What do the other sources say?” The last day to register to vote is October 8, early voting starts on October 22, and election day is November 6. So get registered and get informed. Voting is your constitutional right and your constitutional responsibility.
American Pickers to return... Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz, and their team are excited to return to Arkansas! They plan to film episodes of the hit series American Pickers throughout your area in November. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on History. The hit show follows Mike and Frank, two of the most skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America's most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find sizeable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, Mike and Frank are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way, the Pickers want to meet characters with remarkable and exceptional items. The pair hopes to give historically significant objects a new lease on life, while learning a thing or two about America's past along the way. Mike and Frank have seen a lot of rusty gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they've never seen before. They are ready to find extraordinary items and hear fascinating tales about them. AMERICAN PICKERS is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a large, private collection or accumulation of antiques that the Pickers can spend the better part of the day looking through, send us your name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-OLDRUST.
Prairie County Republican Party is hosting a
Meet & Greet 2018 Republican Candidates
Thursday, September 27, 2018 6:30 p.m. at the award winning
Murry’s Restaurant Hwy. 70, Hazen, AR Come meet the future leadership of Prairie County
(paid for by the Prairie County Republican Party)
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AGFC passes non-rresident waterfowl permit changes effective 2019 season FORT SMITH – Commissioners voted to amend nonresident waterfowl permits to be valid only during certain portions of the duck season at today’s regularly scheduled Commission meeting at the Temple Live Event Center in Fort Smith. The change, however, will not go into effect until the 2019-20 waterfowl season. According to the new regulation, nonresidents will be able to hunt waterfowl on certain Arkansas WMAs only during the first nine days of the first segment of waterfowl season, the first 12 days of the third segment of the season and the last nine days of the third segment of the season, beginning in the 2019-20 season. The 2018-19 season still will follow the same framework as last year, with nonresidents allowed to hunt ducks on certain WMAs any time during an open waterfowl season, but being limited to a maximum of six 5-day permits. The proposal to regulate certain dates in which the permits are valid was introduced by Commissioners during the Commission’s August meeting. The proposal was a response to public comments about crowded conditions at some of Arkansas’s most popular public duck hunting areas. “This isn’t about us versus them,” said
Commissioner Stan Jones of Walnut Ridge. “It’s about maintaining the quality of the hunt. Right now there’s a hunter behind every tree.The nonresidents may even see where residents decide not to show up to those most popular places during those days because they know there will be crowds and choose to go elsewhere.” A public survey to gather comments from residents and nonresidents has been available at agfc.com and was widely publicized during the last month. Nearly 5,000 people completed the survey. Four members of the public also addressed the commission at today’s meeting. They presented different potential impacts from the regulation change. AGFC Director Pat Fitts said the vast majority of residents were in strong support of the proposal, but he suggested the delay to be fair to nonresidents who already had made plans for the coming season. “We have residents who pay into the Conservation Sales Tax who deserve to have some preference just like some other states do for some species,” Fitts said. “But we also want to give staff the opportunity to make the changes in permits to do this right.” Commissioner Bobby Martin of Rogers spoke against the proposal, offering that changes made last year may have
already resolved any overcrowding issues. “The number of nonresident WMA waterfowl permits issued dropped 42 percent last year,” Martin said. “We can’t seem to figure out a way to get sportsmen to come alongside, work with our staff and really do what they do best … the collective good in sportsmen and women will always do more for the betterment and enjoyment of duck hunting than a library full of regulations that we could ever write.” Commissioners also heard the first reading of proposed changes to the Commission’s captive wildlife regulations, including those relating to permitting of medically significant venomous reptiles . The list of regulation-change proposals submitted to Commissioners is available at https://www.agfc.com/en/r esources/regulations/code. The Commission is expected to vote on these changes at its Oct. 18 meeting. If approved, they will allow individuals and businesses until January 1, 2020, to submit applications for the proper permits to possess, breed or sell regulated animals. In other business, the Commission: Voted to increase the statewide bag limit on northern pintail ducks from one per day to two per day to align with the bag limit for the
Mississippi Flyway set by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Formally added 436-acre Village Creek Wildlife Management Area in Jackson County to the AGFC’s WMA system. Gave Director Pat Fitts approval to enter into an agreement to resolve a property encroachment on Harris Brake Lake from a neighboring landowner. Heard the first reading of a proposed regulation change to allow an increased permit length from 1 to 3 years for boat docks on Commissionowned lakes. Recognized Rick Young, vice president of operations for Pheasants Forever, for an update on the progress of cooperative Quail Forever work in Arkansas. Recognized Lt. Col. Darrell Martin and other staff at Ft. Chaffee with a special partnership award for their outstanding work to enhance wildlife habitat and hunting opportunities at the military facility. Recognized Stacey Clark and Wes Wright from the AGFC’s wildlife management division for the work they and other staff have done on Bearcat Hollow WMA, which recently earned a special conservation partnership award from the Arkansas Wildlife Federation. Heard an update from Marlis Douglas, Ph.D., about ongoing CWD and Arkansas white-tailed deer research.
Training attendees... Mayoral Candidate Thelma Gray and Pam DelGiorno, Recorder/Treasurer for the City of DeValls Bluff, attended the 2018 Municipal Financial and Budgeting workshop on September 12 in North Little Rock. They received 5 core certification hours
Correction The Prairie County Police report published in the September 19, 2018 edition was in error. The third paragraph should have read: “She (Tasha Rankin) was charged with furnishing prohibited articles to jail inmates. The charge included possession providing prohibited articles to inmates inside the jail, according to Hickman.” The Sheriff’s Department apologizes for the mistake.
Herbert Free presented with a Quilt of Honor for service
On Friday, September 21, friends and family members gathered for the presentation of a Quilt of Honor to Herbert J. Free for his service to our nation during World War II. The quilt, sewn by the Never Forgotten with Honor Chapter in Pine
Bluff, AR, was presented by Bro. Allen Minton, also a veteran. The presentation and touching poem written by Never Forgotten Chapter recognized Free for his service and sacrifice to protect and defend the United States of America. Each quilt is different,
but all are used to say "thanks" and provide comfort to the recipients. Some have notes from the people who made them by hand; others have specialized colors for the recipient's branch of service. . The quilts are a thank you to each veteran for their service and for their
willingness to lay down their lives for their county. It is the hope of the organization that each quilt provides healing, peace and comfort. Since 2003, over 200,000 veterans and military service members have been touched by the Quilt of Valor Foundation.
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Posted No hunting without written permission on the land owned by Woe and Kim Walicki located at Hwy. 323 and Skarda Road in Des Arc. Violators will be prosecuted. (9-19-18 3tp)
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Hornets victorious over the Carlisle Bison 54 - 8 by Atticus Davis It didn’t take long last Friday night for the fans in the stands to decide which team would win the football game between the Hazen Hornets and the Carlisle Bison. Carlisle was able to pull off only a single touchdown followed by an extra point before being beaten by the Hornets an astounding 54-8. The 1st quarter of the game rolled by with Hornet touchdown after touchdown. The Hornets gave no wiggle-room to the Bison by keeping their number of mistakes small. Carlisle wasn’t able to score even once in the 1st quarter, and it ended with an already substantial Hornet lead of 22-0. The 2nd quarter took just a few minutes longer to kick into play when, with 6:51 left, Ay’jon Green (21) shook off the Carlisle defenders and broke free of the defensive line to carry the ball all the way for an 80 yard touchdown. Following, the extra point attempt was successful and which gave Hazen another 8 points to add to their lead, changing it to 30-0. The Bison caught their first and only break when, about a minute later, a failed onside kick put Carlisle on the Hornet’s side of the field with possession of the ball. The Hornet fans were disappointed when closer examination of
what was called a turnover in favor of Hazen, turned out to actually be a first down for Carlisle giving them 4 more tries to score a touchdown from what looked to be 15 yards. They only needed 2 of the 4 downs to score their touchdown which was followed by an extra point, depleting the Hazen to 22 points and the score at 30-8. Just when everybody was starting to the think the Hornets were too tired to do anything else before halftime, Terrell Penn got a chance to show his potential and came through with a touchdown that the team was able to follow up on with an extra point, putting the game at 38-8 with 2:51 left in the 2nd. Demariea Buchanan (33) refused to quit in the last bit of the 2nd quarter when he made a tackle, grabbing the leg of Carlisle’s runner after being taken down by a blocker on the Carlisle team. Not finished with showing what he can do, Demariae impressed the crowd yet again when, not long after making this tackle, he snatched a pass from the Bison out of the air for an interception. Only one touchdown and extra point were scored in 3rd before the game entered the 4th with Hazen leading a safe distance from Carlisle with the score at 46-8. With the field heavily
Quarterback Blayne Toll hands off to number 22 Terrell Penn. (pictures by Ruth Corley) saturated with the rain that had been falling since halfway through the 2nd quarter, Austin Hill (31) was able to score the last touchdown of the game. The game ended with Hazen up by 46 points and a 54-8 victory over Carlisle on the Bison’s own home field.
Senior Des Arc Eagles dominate Marvell Mustangs 50-1 12
#52 Cooper Childers leading the charge against the Mustangs
#8 Brock Devorak on a carry that led to a touchdown for the Eagles. (Pictures courtesy of Hallie Fleck.)
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