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Community Events Calendar Tuesday August 16
DeValls Bluff Public Library Bingo at 11:30 a.m. PC Retired Teachers Meeting at DeValls Bluff Methodist Church at 1:00 p.m. Lonoke and Prairie County IPM Meeting at 11:00 a.m. at Advada’s Diner in Carlisle; Dr. Jason Kelley, Ext Agron Wheat and Feed Grains and Dr. Jarrod Hardke, Rice Extension Agronomist PC Master Gardeners Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at BancorpSouth
Wednesday August 17
2016 School Year Begins Friendship Luncheon at DVB United Methodists Church 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m Sponsored by Mt. Olive and Methodist Church
Thursday August 18
Hazen Masonic Lodge Meeting at Lodge Hall at 7:30 p.m.
Friday August 19
Municipal Office Filing and DeValls Bluff Filing ENDS at Noon
Saturday August 20
Swarmfest 2016, Hazen City Park, 5:00PM to 7:30PM
Thursday August 25
PC Democratic Women Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Murry’s Restaurant
Tuesday August 30
School board hires new Kindergarten Teacher and Special Education Aide
Jr. High first game vs. Palestine-Wheatly, Hornet Field at 7 p.m.
Friday September 2
Sr. High first game vs. Piggot, Hornet Field at 7 p.m.
Monday September 12
Hazen Chapter 35, OES, Hazen Lodge Hall 6:15 PM
Sunday September 18
PC Master Gardenders, PC Fair Grounds for Fair Exhibit Set-UP
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Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Team Downrange Wins 2016 Jr. Gold
The Hazen School Board held a special meeting on Tuesday, August 9 at 6:05 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office. Those in attendance were board members Vicki Skarda, David Williams, Rich Ingle, David Strohl, Sandra Penn, Superintendent Nanette Belford, Secretary Cindy Ciganek and Sarah Snider. ACTION ITEMS The Superintendent's recommendation to transfer $195,998 from the operating fund into the building fund was approved. The Superintendent's recommendation to purchase a John Deer lawn mower (Z930M Commercial ZTrak) from Greenway Equipment in Des Arc for $8,002.04 (State Contract #4600031553) was approved. The Superintendent's recommendation to grant a legal transfer of Diyari Watson a kindergarten student to the Stuttgart School District was approved. PERSONNEL The Superintendent's recommendation to hire Casondra Sims as an elementary teacher for 20162017 school year was approved. The Superintendent's recommendation to hire Elizabeth Curlett as a Special Education Aide for the 2016-2017 school year was approved. The meeting adjourned at 6:21 p.m., the regular school board meeting will be held on Monday, August 29 at 6:00 p.m. in the High School Library.
Area VI Officer Training, ARTRA Headquarters
Thursday September 1
Hazen/DeValls Bluff, Prairie County, Arkansas
Pictured: Camerson Layes, Cabot, Mitchell McCarty, Hazen, Macie Woods, Marshall, Cole Woolard, Corning, And Noah White, Rosebud.
On August 2, 2016 The Team Downrange won the 2016 Jr. Gold AIM National Title at Sparta, Illinois. The team competed against 33 other teams. Team Downrange won the title breaking 982 out of 1000 targets.
Greenwalt Company drops off first load of rice for 2016-2017
Hazen Riceland Foods-First received it’s first load of rice for the 2016-17 crop. The Greenwalt Company driver Cory Tallent dropped of the Express, grade 1, moisture was 20.7, rice recieved August 1st 2016
Quorum Court Meeting Held On August 9 Meeting was called to order by Judge Skarda. Opening prayer was given by Judge Skarda. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Judge Skarda. Those present were Justice Ciganek, Justice Roe, Justice Holloway, Justice Sims, Justice Eans, Justice Sullins, Justice Tipton, Justice Willeford and Justice Sterling. Minutes were accepted by a motion from Justice Sullins, seconded by Justice Sterling, all in agreement. Judge’s Report: August 18there will be a meeting at the Annex with County Judges from Prairie, Woodruff, Monroe and Jackson with a representative from UALR regarding dredging the river. All four counties have lost Bungee. Jackson County had another company buy the Bungee building, so it is still in use. The other three are empty. Riceland cannot hold all the grain that is being produced so it will have to be taken elsewhere. For every dollar the court spends it has to have a dollar and a half returned. The river has
changed completely since the flood. One of the bends in the river 4 years ago was 65-75 feet wide, now it is 118 feet wide. Treasurer’s Report – Bid from CenturyLink to install fiber-optic lines for both courthouses is $17,056.38. When the contracts are done it should take no more than 60 days. The bids for the Judicial Building and Annex are not in yet, but should be much less than the courthouses. It will be in the contract that all wires and conduit be removed from the outside of the courthouses. There was a $20,000.0appropriation last meeting, but it will probably be more than that. There was a motion made by Justice Roe, seconded by Justice Ciganek and all approved a $5,000.00 increase to the appropriation.
Justice
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Eans expressed concern that they want to see the contracts
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accepting. The internet will be much faster that what we
have now. As of now, we cannot transfer large files or pictures. The phones will be able to transfer office to office and be much more dependable than what we have now. All Justices decided they did not want to hold up the process. Judge Skarda will call all Justices with the total amount. Both bids will be combined in one contract. $30,000.00 for GIS mapping has come in and will be in fund 3405. Appropriation needs to be made. Justice Holloway made a motion to accept, Justices Sims and Sullins seconded. All approved. Sheriff’s Office report Deputy Sheriff Bill Duerson gave us a report on the condition of the communication systems for the Sheriff’s office, fire departments, ambulance department and first responders. It is in very rough shape. Two repeaters would cost around $45,000.00 to $50,000.00. Riceland has given us permission to put repeaters on the Hazen and Des Arc dryers. *Continued on page 4
Agenda For City Council Meeting AGENDA 6:00 P.M. August 18, 2016 City Hall Call to order Roll Call Approve the meeting’s minutes Standing committee
reports & department head reports Bradley Taylor Phillip Foot Ashley Loudermilk Old Business New Business Announcements Adjourn
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Obituaries Burk Sims Irvin Burk Sims, 76, of Hazen, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2016. Burk was born February 20, 1940, the son of Irvin and Alyene Hanson Sims. Burk was a farmer and a heavy equipment salesman most of his life, a member of the First United Methodist Church in Hazen, and a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He is survived by his two son's, Buck Sims and wife, Hillary of Hazen and Shane Sims and wife, Kristi of Benton; one daughter, Scarlett Goodwin and husband, Chris of Colorado; stepchildren, Kathy Carter, Joey Carter, Lori Caviness, and Luke Carter; grandchildren, Keri Snyder, Sage Goodwin, Sam Goodwin, Bo Sims, Brett Sims, Stone Goodwin, Spencer Carter, Slade Goodwin, Carley-Jo Carter, and Blake Sims; brothers, Buddy Sims and wife, Marilyn, and Chuck Sims; one sister, Melinda Sims. Burk was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife, Patti, and grandchildren, Braydyn Sims, Kylee Dulaney Sims, and Sophie Goodwin. A memorial service was held 11:00 A.M., Wednesday at the First
United Methodist Church in Hazen by Pastor Carolyn Doering. Visitation was from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M., prior to the service at the church.
Sammie Carlyle Sammie Franklin Carlyle, 81, of Hazen, left this earth on august 9, 2016. He was b o r n September 10, 1034 in Tennessee to Frank and Sallie Mae Carlyle. Sammie was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Sallie Mae Carlyle; brothers, Donald, Edward, and Gilbert Carlyle; sisters, Eula Matheney and Janie Bush and grandson, Ezekiel Carlyle. Sam is survived by his wife, Emma Carlyle; son, Tyrone (Linda) Carlyle; son, Kevin (Denice) Carlyle; daughters Deborah Carlyle and Amanda (Chris) Stock; brother Harold (Wanda) Carlyle; grandchildren, Keith Carlyle, Danielle Carlyle Villegas, Micah Rogers, and Alex Rogers and six great-grandchildren. He had many cousins, nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends that he cared for and loved. Sam was a member of Morris Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. He also was a member of the Highway 86 gospel singing band for many happy years. He was a
dedicated husband, father, and grandfather that will be missed by so many. Funeral services were at 2:00 P.M., Friday, August 12, 2016 at Morris Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation was from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. prior to the service at the church. Burial was in the Center Point Cemetery.
Marcus Sexton Marcus Robert Doyle Sexton, aka Marky Mark, age 22, passed away Thursday, August 4, 2016. Marcus was born May 1, 1994, in Little Rock. He was a carpenter. He was loved by his family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mark Sexton and Diane Mowrey; and maternal grandfather, Bob Dougan. Survivors are his parents, Jacob Sexton and wife Krystal of Stuttgart and Jessica Reinhart Neill of Little Rock; his daughter, Shelby Sexton; one brother, Tyler Sexton; two sisters, Ashtin Crawley and Haylee Benedetti; and maternal grandparents, Diane Dougan and Billy and Shirley Reinhart. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at Turpin Funeral Home. The family will gather at Sportsman’s Drive-In after visitation.
Lattie Autry Jr. Lattie Lester Autry Jr.,
age 75 of Wheatley, died Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016, in McCrory. "Lat", as he was known to his family and friends, was born April 2, 1941, in Wheatley, the son of Lat Lester Autry Sr. and Esther Pearl Autry. He was a retired maintenance worker, having worked at Warwick and Sanyo Manufacturing. He was most recently employed at Tri-County Farmers Association in Brinkley He is survived by three sons, Lat Lester (Buddy) Autry of Forrest City, Chuck and Donnie Autry of Tennessee; two daughters, Cindy Autry Worley of Memphis and Karen
Autry Dale of Ohio; two sisters, Pearline (Lenoard) Tripp of Wheatley and Charlotte Rutledge of Holub's Crossing and several grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Willie Mae Gilliam. Visitation for Mr. Autry will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016, at Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home in Brinkley, with the funeral service beginning at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Johnsons Cemetery in Wheatley, under the direction of Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home of Brinkley.
Chad Duch Chad Wayne Duch, 46, of Searcy died Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Unity
Health-White County Medical Center in Searcy. Chad was born September 10, 1969 in Stuttgart, Arkansas to Bennie and L i n d a (Robnett) Duch. He was a farmer and truck driver. Survivors include one daughter, Raven Ayala and husband, Phil, his parents, Bennie and Linda Duch, one brother, Clay Duch and wife, Lisa, one granddaughter, Gabriella Ayala, two nieces, Brianna Duch and Kristen Duch, one nephew, Tyler Meredith. A memorial service will be announced at a later date by Garth Funeral Home.
New Bethel News By Donna Kelly Hello again this week. It seems the weeks get shorter. We had very good services today. It was quite wet outside but we kind of expected it. We had a family reunion Saturday. We didn’t have as many present as last year, but a good crowd. Everyone seemed to have other places to go. We had rain all day on Sunday. Our prayers and sympathy go out to
the family of Sam Carlisle. Denise and Chuck Greenwalt reported that her dad Tommy Martin would be going home this week. He has been in therapy for around 2 months. It was reported that Terry Taylor preached at 3 revivals at Humonoke last week. The youth Rally will be at Center Point Monday night August 15.
They always have alot of young people who are faithful. John Kelly is scheduled for eye surgery on the 24th. We ask your prayers for him. We wish everyone a good week. I am sure the farmers hope for dry weather so they can get their crops put. Corn is ready and some fields of rice is looking pretty yellow.
From Arkansas Farms to Arkansas Tables By Governor Asa Hutchinson Arkansas has a rich tradition of family farming. Out of the 45,000 farms in Arkansas, ninety-seven percent are family-owned. We lead the nation in rice production and are among the top ten states in the production of poultry, catfish, sweet potatoes and lumber. The agricultural industry adds nearly $20 billion to our state’s economy each year, all the while sustaining a long tradition of homegrown production. Yes, in Arkansas, our agricultural roots run deep. This week, to show my support of our farmers, I issued a proclamation for “Farmers Market Week” in Arkansas. From August seventh to thirteenth, nearly 100 farmers markets sold their homegrown products in every corner of the state. These markets – stocked full of everything from bacon to jellies – allow our farmers an outlet to sell their goods and contribute to the health of local communities. And let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the taste of a freshly picked
tomato or ear of corn that was grown less than 50 miles away. In fact, last week I picked up a watermelon and it reminds me that our Hope and Cave City watermelons are the best in the world. To put the industry in perspective, farms span across 13.8 million acres of Arkansas land and account for one out of every six jobs. But not only are farmers critical to Arkansas’s economic success, they also lay the foundation for a healthier Arkansas. An important part of our mission is to increase access to fresh, affordable, healthy foods. Farmers markets have played a major role in helping us accomplish this goal, bringing nutritious, topquality produce right where you live and eat. Through the federal SNAP benefits program, Arkansas can double the purchasing power of SNAP benefit cards at farmers markets. That means more people will have access to healthier food choices and greater opportunities for a balanced diet. And every year, “Farm to School” programs gain more popularity as
schools choose to buy fresh fruits and veggies from local farmers to feed students. These programs provide healthy choices for our kids, invest in communities and support local farms. The momentum of the farm-to-table movement and our efforts to advocate for farmer’s markets have tripled the number of markets in Arkansas over the last three years alone. That means more jobs are created, families and children are eating healthier and local farms become more sustainable. It’s a win-win. And it is part of my Healthy Active Arkansas plan. As governor, I am proud to support Arkansas agriculture and the farm community. To our farmers – our greatest natural resource – thank you for bolstering our economy and supporting our uniquely Arkansas way of life. And to those who have a hankering for some homegrown produce and Arkansas hospitality, find out when a local farmers market is open near you, and come hungry. C o n t a c t : press@governor.arkansas. gov
Prairie County Fair Queen Pageant Saturday, August 27th Prairie County Fairgrounds Pageant Starts at 1:00 p.m. Admission is $4.00 for adults and students - free Teen, Miss, Mrs. have to be residents of Prairie County. Other Categories do not have to be residents of Prairie County.
Entrees for Pageant Only $30.00 Photo Entree $10.00 Both are $35.00
Contact Sheila Tosh at 870-255-5008 for more info. Entree forms are available at Banks in Des Arc and Hazen.
Mrs. Angie Cagle talks to parents and students at the 9th grade open house held Tuesday, August 9.
Thank You The family of Eldon “Doug” Conner would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to those who comforted us in our time of grief. The personal visits, cards, memorials, flowers, plants, food and especially all of your prayers will always be Member 2015
remembered. We have been overwhelmed and touched with the many expressions of love and sympathy. Who knew that humble working man could touch so many
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EMS Corner - Ectopic Pregnancy By Pam Padget Despite advances in prenatal care and pregnancy planning, pregnant women still die at a high rate in the U.S. The mortality rate is about 15 deaths per 100,000 live births, this doesn't sound like much, but one is too many. This is much higher than in the previous decades. African-American women continue to experience a pregnancy related death rate up to fo u r times greater than C a u c a s i a n fe m a l e s . Acute complication can occur in all trimesters. The most severe are, ectopic pregnancy in the first trimester, pregnancy induced hypertension in the second trimester and abruptio placentae in the third trimester. Many of these are accompanied by vaginal bleeding sometime l i fe t h r e a t e n i n g . Pregnancy hypertension does not c a u s e b l e e d i n g , fo r this article will discuss vaginal bleeding in pregnancy, pregnancy hypertension will be another time. An ectopic pregnancy is a complication i n w h i c h t h e fe r t i l ized and developing embryo implants itself outside the uterus. Ectopic pregnancies are not viable and are a p o t e n t i a l l i fe t h r e a t to the mother. If the embryo implants itself in the Fallopian tube its growth can rupture the tube, leading to massive hem-
orrhage capable of causing death if not treated quickly. Some of the risk f a c t o r s fo r e c t o p i c pregnancy include history of pelvic inflammatory disease, advanced age, tubal ligation or other tubal surgery, a history of previous ectopic pregnancies, smoking, spontaneous or medical induced abortion, and use of intrauterine device. The most common symptom is abdominal pain or discomfo r t w h i c h o c c u r s i n 90 percent of p a t i e n t s . Fo r E M S , an ectopic pregnancy is a trauma that we cannot fix, the patient needs to be treated with surgery to stop the internal bleeding. Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) is also a fairly common occurrence. Va g i n a l bleeding, with or without abdominal pain, is the most common complaint. This bleeding may be heavy and contain blood clots, and depending on the gestational age, fe t a l tissue. The pre-hospital care of a spontaneous abortion is usually supportive only, although, often of particular importance will be the emotional care. The l o s s o f a fe t u s c a n be very disturbing to the mother. The incidence of mass i v e h e m o r r h a g e fo r these patients is quite low. The patient does need to seek medical attention to make sure no tissue remains within the womb.
Abruptio placentae, the premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall, is thought to be as high as 30 p e r c e n t fo r a l l v a g i nal bleeding during the second half of pregnancy . This is a s e r i o u s a n d l i fe threatening issue fo r t h e m o t h e r a n d fe t u s . I t c a n d i s r u p t the flow of circulation and ox y g e n s u p p l y t o t h e fe t u s c a u s i n g l a c k o f ox y gen and death. Excess blood loss can lead to a low blood pressure, s h o c k , o r d e a t h fo r the mother. Abruption may occur spontaneously or be associated with seemingly minor trauma. Symptoms include vaginal bleeding, which occur in 70 percent of patients, uterine pain, and uterine contractions. These contractions are not true contractions of labor. Any vaginal bleeding during pregnancy can be a very s e r i o u s p r o b l e m fo r the mother and fe t u s u n t i l p r o v e n otherwise. Light vaginal bleeding is not uncommon during pregnancy, but if the bleeding is severe, the nearest EMS needs to be contacted at once and the patient transported to the nearest hospital with OB capabilities as quickly as possible. Do not risk the l i fe of either the mother o r fe t u s b y w a i t i n g too long or attempting to drive the p a t i e n t y o u r s e l f.
Biscoe Native Honored at Undergraduate Research Symposium
Tyler White poses next to his project for the Arkansas Undergraduate Summer Research Symposium Arkadelphia- Three Ouachita Baptist University students were among those honored at the fifth annual Central A r k a n s a s Undergraduate Summer Research Symposium held July 20 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The symposium attracted a total of 114 undergraduate researches from 15 colleges and Universities from 14 other states. Ouachita had the largest undergraduate representation with 22 students. Tyler White, a senior biology major from Biscoe won second place among 92 posters presented. Two Ouachita, students Camden Dwelle, a senior biology, chemistry, and mathematics major from Camden, were among 12 participants selected to make oral presentations based on their research abstract submissions. “My project focused on a new method of treatment for triple-
DeValls Bluff City Council Holds Public Meeting The DeValls Bluff City Council held a public hearing and regular business meeting on Thursday, August 11 that began at 5:45 p.m. Aldermen that attended both meetings were Bill Arnold, Alice Metcalf, Jackie Adcock, Richard Henry, Arbie Nesbitt, Mayor Kenny Anderson and Reporter Thelma Gray. The thirty minute public hearing discussed the closing of the alley between the property owner, Jackie Adcock, City Council and Citizens. They discussed the utility lines, which, do not run through the alley that was discussed. Nesbitt said that he was for the closing of the alley as long as they put in the agreement that Adcock would draw up an easement. Some of the public discussed the alley, the house that will be built and previous discussions about closing other alleys, which, Anderson said was a case by case discussion. After no other discussion from the public, the City Council began their regular buiness meeting. The previous buiness meeting minutes and bills were approved. The council briefly discussed a street closing, located at Rumbaugh and Bridges Street, in the old business that will have to be taken to the District Court from the individual wanting to close the street and to determine if it is owned
by the individual. The Alderman all voted to approve the closing of the alley for Adcock as long as an easement would be provided (driveway). Tom Greenleaf from WCA in Hazen, made a presentation to the council and public about the trash pickup service they offer a WCA. Anderson said that the contract with N Triple J has ran out and they are looking into other options. The public and council discussed the pest control from the use of the new trash cans, pick up service and bulk service that woud be done each week. Greenleaf said if the council approved the use of WCA, then they could start October 1. Metcalf reported for Doyen Martin, Fire Chief, that there were 28 calls and 95 people that participated (19 First Responders Incidents with 56 people that participated; 5 Public Assist with 17 people that participated and three meetings). Gabby Delgornio had nothing to report for Utilities. Police Chief Charles Atkins reported 5 warrants served, 5 citations, 2 no liability insurance, 5 warnings, 1 1 defective equipment, 3 speeding over 12, 3 unsafe driving, 2 no contact orders for battery charges, 3 motorist assist, 1 vehicle accident, 0 medical calls for county, 0 city medical
calls, 0 alarms, 0 disturbance, 0 civil standby, 1 funeral escort, helped assist Mr. Childress at the DeValls Bluff Food Bank, 3 incidents (air conditioner stolen, recovered, and returned; 4 wheeler left after house damage returned to owner; and intruder). He said he has spoken with Sheriff about the agreement with the City Van and County Trail Blazer. He hopes they will be able to re-nogotiate things. He's trying to get in contact with the former Police Chief to do the Evidence Inventory at the Police Department and Drug to do it by the books. He said that they had a search and rescue for a boater that the boat got away from him. Atkins expressed his gratitude towards the Game and Fish, State
Police, Prairie County Sheriff's Department, Highway Police, DeValls Bluff Search and Rescue and DeValls Bluff Fire Department that assisted in finding the boater safely. Atkins gave an update on the donations from Wal-Mart and Kenny Anderson. He said they were able to purchase fans for the elderly and disabled in the community. Atkins said he spoke with the owners of the duck club and new hair and beauty supply store about contact information. Atkins met with Allen Childress to set up youth activities at the gym for two afternoons a week after it starts to cool down. He said they will have times, age groups and more information at a later date. The meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
negative breast cancer called photodynamic therapy, “White explained.” This treatment method has the potential to be very targetspecific and would leave the tissue surrounding the tumor relatively unharmed. This is due to a photodynamic agent, in my case a porphyrin, being injected into a body to be taken up by the cells. The beauty of this treatment method is that the agent will only become toxic when exposed to light. My main objective this Summer was to test a variety of porphyrins to find which one will have the best cell uptaker and toxicity. “I have had the wonderful opportunity to work under Dr. Tim Hayes this Summer as a student of the Patterson Summer Research Program here at Ouachita,” W h i t e added.”Research allowed me to bring to life to what I read in textbooks. I finally opened my eyes to the
broad picture of science that I had been missing for so long. Not only did I learn the importance of research, I learned the importance of research. I learned the patience that it takes to conduct research.””Tyler has been a pleasure to work with. He’s selfmotivated, he works hard and he’s done a good job, not just on the experiments that he’s doing but also on understanding the larger context those experiments,” said Dr. Hayes, associate professor of chemistry.”While we worked together on preparing his poster for printing he took it upon himself to make sure that he could explain it in layman’s terms as well as explain details for those who were interested. I am very proud of Tyler winning this award because it recognizes his taking ownership of this project since day one.” Tyler is the son of Billy and Tina White of Biscoe
Biscoe EHC Contributes to the Community By Mitzi Osborne The Biscoe Homemakers met Monday, August 8, 2016, at the Biscoe First Baptist Church at 10:30am. Seven members and a guest were present: Rita Farris, Irene Hampton, Lennie Holmes, Juanita Hutchinson, Mitzi Osborne, Brenda Prince, and Darlene Sickel with guest Illiana Canoles There were 138 volunteer hours reported. President Osborne opened the meeting with the Thought-a-quote by Bryant H. McGill. Juanita Hutchinson presented an inspirational reading by Helen Steiner Rice called “No Cloud Too Dark” based on Micah 7:7. The poem ends with :So remember there’s no cloud too dark For God’s light to penetrate if we keep on believing And have faith enough to wait!” There were no minutes due to the absence of the secretary. Treasurer Hutchinson gave the financial report to be filed for audit. As for the Community
service project, A love box was filled by members to be delivered by Osborne. Approved giving gas money to a cancer patient traveling to Little Rock for treatments. Donated diapers for the county EH community service project “The Call.” Osborne reviewed the county Eh Newsletter with members to remind of upcoming events. Plans were made and work begun on the exhibit board for the Prairie County Fair September 20-24. Members were reminded that volunteers are needed to work at the fair. Several members have already volunteered: Mitzi Osborne, Darline Sickle, Bernadette Mosby, Lennie Holmes, and Karen Golden. The August Birthday was Clara Lightsey. There are two in September, Brenda Prince and Rita Farris. The meeting adjourned with the Homemakers Prayer. Biscoe EHC meets the second Monday of each month at Biscoe First Baptist Church at 10:30 am. Vistors are welcome.
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Prairie County Jail Report As of Monday, August 15 at 3:52 p.m. the Prairie County Sheriff's Office had 37 inmates booked at Prairie County Jail in Des Arc, AR which included: Good, Latorrey L., black male, age 36, incarcerated on August 6 for battery third degree. Berry, Recho, black female, age 29, incarcerated on August 4 for battery domestic - 3rd degree and parole violation. Earl, Teresa, black female, age 37, incarcerated on June 8 for aggravated assault. Graham, Johnell Delacy, black male, age 19, incarcerated on June 6 for aggravated assault, theft of property, theft by receiving, breaking or entering and contributing to delinquency - minor. Hudson, Keenan Letrell, black male, age 18, incarcerated on June 6 for aggravated assault, theft by receiving, theft of property, breaking or entering and contributing to delinquency - minor. Bullock, Jason Blake, white male, age 37, incarcerated on July 26 for theft of property, criminal mischief -1st, criminal trespass, theft of property and burglary - residential. Pirtle, Ernest (Billy) Wilford, white male, age 61, incarcerated on August 1 for hold for PC hearing. Rhyne, David Neal, white male, age 47, incarcerated on July 25 for theft by receiving, resisting arrest and public intoxication. Ward, Jacob Edward,
white male, age 26, incarcerated on May 27 for battery - first degree. Brady, Melissa D., white female, age 38, incarcerated on July 11 for possession of controlled substance felony, possession of drug paraphernalia, refusal to submit, DWI #1 and driving on suspended D.L. Bullock, Jennifer Rebekah, white female, age 42, incarcerated on July 29 for theft by receiving, possession of drug paraphernalia and possessing instrument of crime. Dulaney, Malary L., white female, age 32, incarcerated on December 19, 2015 for attempted murder, kidnapping and terroristic threatening - felony. Jackson, Jelecia M., black female, age 24, incarcerated on July 14 for commitment. Mills, Deborah Lynn, white female, age 55, incarcerated on August 7 for failure to pay fine and cost. Nelson, Beunka K, black female, age 24, incarcerated on August 2 for failure to pay fine and cost. Clendenin, Ramona Kay, white female, age 51, incarcerated on July 27 for probation revocation and failure to pay fine and cost. Monroe, Traci, white female, age 23, incarcerated on May 5 for commitment. Thomason, Trisha D., white female, age 35, incarcerated on August 2 for commitment. Allen, Wallace, black male, age 69, incarcerated on February 24 for commit-
ment. Carrell, Alejandro Ryan, white male, age 19, incarcerated on August 1 for commitment. Dilworth, Joseph, black male, age 62, incarcerated on August 4 for failure to pay fine and cost and failure to pay fine and cost. Johnson, Daymeun D., black male, age 18, incarcerated on July 6 for theft of property and possession of controlled substance. Langhorn, Courtney Deontea, black male, age 27, incarcerated on July 9 for contempt of court and parole violation. Lewis, Marco L. black male, age 29, incarcerated on August 5 for failure to appear. Lipsey, Levester, black male, age 40, incarcerated on August 7 for possession of controlled substance. Robinson, Xavier, black male, age 21, incarcerated on August 5 for failure to pay fine and cost. Scott, Harold Christophe, white male, age 51, incarcerated on August 5 for failure to pay fine and cost. Walker, James Nicholas, white male, age 30, incarcerated on August 4 for possessing instrument of crime. Young, Lance Trendell, black male, age 29, incarcerated on August 6 for failure to appear. Sweatt, Tyler Wayne, white male, age 26, incarcerated on July 26 for hold for another department, burglary - residential and theft of property. Sayger, Jeremy Howard,
Quorum Court Meeting *Continued from Page 1 GraceCommunications is working with 6 private foundations that are giving money for public safety, specifically communication. We have already applied for around $500,000.00 to replace all communication equipment for emergency services. After everything has been submitted it will be 90 to 120 days to find out if we are approved. Annex report - The annex needs to buy two coolers for the shop. The temperature has been up to 121 degrees in the shop. Justice Holloway made a motion to
approve, Justice Sims seconded and all agreed. Clerk’s Office – The Devalls Bluff location desperately needs two new computers. They have no public computer for research. The county computer they have for all court documents, child support, marriage licenses, deeds and mortgages is barely hanging on. There is money in fund 30120101-4004 of $7470.00 to pay for these at a cost of $5,984.10. This included set up, programming, installation and three years support. Justice Willeford made a motion to accept and Justice Tipton second-
ed. All approved. Quorum Court Meeting Prosecutor’s Office report - Tim Isaac on Conceal and Carry. After collecting all information it was discovered that the JP’s would not be included in this. We will have armed security at all Quorum Court meetings. Only county employees that work in a building would be included. All Justices decided to put this measure to rest. Motion was made for meeting to be adjourned by Justice Willeford, seconded by Justice Sullins and was approved by all.
white male, age 36, incarcerated on August 6 for all other offenses. Langhorn, Necko Damein, black male, age 26, incarcerated on June 30 for failure to appear felony. Ramirez, Jose Rios, hispanic male, age 31, incarcerated on May 14 for hold for PC hearing. Cohen, Eric E., black male, age 34, incarcerated on June 28 for delivery/manufacturing of cocaine - cocaine and possession of firearms/certain persons. Counts, David, white
attempt to force the EPA’s political agenda on many states and ignore what is in the best interest of a particular state. The EPA should fully consider the effects of these rule changes before thinking about proceeding with implementation.” Joining Rutledge in the letter are the attorneys general of Alabama, Colorado, Kansas, Michigan, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Carolina. About Attorney General Leslie Rutledge Leslie Carol Rutledge is the 56th Attorney General of Arkansas. She is the first woman and first Republican in Arkansas history to be
elected to the office. Since taking office, she has begun a Mobile Office program, a Military and Veterans Initiative, a Metal Theft Prevention program and a Cooperative Disability Investigations program. She has led efforts to teach Internet safety, combat domestic violence and make the office the top law firm for Arkansans. Rutledge also re-established and cochairs the National Association of Attorneys General Committee on Agriculture. A native of Batesville, she is a graduate of the University of Arkansas and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met August 10 at the Stuttgart Public Library with 8 members present. Glenda opened the meeting with the thought for the day..."You know you are a quilter IF you consider chores to be an interruption of quilting time." Happy Birthday greetings were extended to J e a n . . . H a p p y Birthday, Jean! Old Business: The Stitching Circle at the Plantation Museum at Scott was July 23rd. Those in attendance worked on their own projects and made Bow-tie blocks for the first time. Much hilarity ensued as they tried to remember which way to pin their block to achieve the desired result. All were successful in finishing a block. The next Stitching Circle will be August 27 at the Plantation Museum...bring your sack lunch and join us...bring your own project and also learn to make a 10 minute block. You will need five 5" or 6" blocks....4 dark coordinated prints and 1 light color block for the center. Marsha shared an article from the
of Law. Rutledge clerked for the Arkansas Court of Appeals, was Deputy Counsel for Gov. Mike Huckabee, served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Lonoke County and subsequently was an Attorney at the Department of Human Services before serving as Counsel at the Republican National Committee. Rutledge and her husband, Boyce, have a home in Pulaski County and a farm in Crittenden County.
Glenda's nine-patch house quilt blocks
American Legion Auxiliary magazine...The Quilts of Valor Foundation was founded in 2003 by Catherine Roberts to honor her son, Nat, who was deployed in Iraq. Since 2003, more than 136,000 quilts have been presented to veterans and service members. Shelley completed her registration for the Country Quilt Camp III to be held in June, 2017 at Cross Heirs Retreat Center. There are only a few downstairs rooms available at this time. For registration information, call Marsha at 870-673-1430. New Business: The quilt club has decided to hold our Sit 'n Sews every other month in 2017 starting in January. Winnie will bring some prepared blocks to the Sit 'n Sew in October...the members will make quilt tops for the Dorcas Quilt group in Gillett. At the next Sit 'n Sew we will make pillowcases for Children's Hospital. Show and Share: Shelley showed photos of the skirts her niece, Michaela made last week. She also
displayed the One Man Show ribbons her craft group will make and present to the winners at the Grand Prairie Festival of Arts. Betty had some lovely machine appliqued quilt blocks. Glenda showed how she embellished her tote bags with individualized pockets. She also amused everyone with her creative nine-patch "house" quilt blocks...she had a "chicken house," a "cat house," a "bird house," and an "outhouse." She will have twenty blocks when she is finished. The members had fun suggesting more "houses" for her to create. Glenda also explained how she arranged her exploding blocks into groups of similar colors which made it easier for her to design her quilt top. Members were reminded of the Rice Expo that day and to be sure to go and check it out... The next meeting will be September 14 at 9:30 at the Stuttgart Public Library.
7th ANNUAL SWARMFEST 2016 When: Saturday, August 20th Where: Hazen City Park
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Berry Recho, Black Female, Battery Domestic3rd Degree, Parole Violation, (F) (UCR), incarcerated August 4. Smith, Hairl, Perry, Black Male, Hold For ADC, Incarcerated August 13. Gregson, Thomas,White Male, Battery-Second Degree, False Imprisonment-second degree, Assault Domestic, 3rd degree (M0 (UCR) all Other offenses, incarcerated August 8. The information above is given directly from the Prairie County Sheriff’s Office.
Grand Prairie Quilt Society meeting report, August 10
Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge Leading Coalition LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge is leading a coalition of eight attorneys general, calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to fully consider the effects and costs of proposed amendments to the regulations governing regional haze. The attorneys general believe that the proposed changes are inconsistent with the plain text of the Clean Air Act, would increase costs on Arkansas utilities and ultimately ratepayers and drastically reduce the role of the states in establishing their own guidelines. In the letter, the attorneys general write, “if adopted, the proposed amendments would dramatically alter existing definitions, divest the states of their long-established role in determining what is a reasonably attributable visibility impairment source or set of sources, dramatically expand the authority of Federal Land Managers at the expense of the states, replace measurable impairment standards with amorphous and illdefined concepts and cast aside the understood link between reasonable progress and long term goals.” “The EPA is proposing improper changes to the rules to wrest control from states like Arkansas that approach regional haze in a balanced way,” said Attorney General Rutledge. “These proposed changes are part of an
male, age 39, incarcerated on July 23 for failure to appear. McGee, Nickey A., black male, age 55, incarcerated on May 19 for commitment. Williams, Justin W., black male, age 34, incarcerated on June 1 for commitment. Dacus, Justin R,White Male, Age 23, Commitment. Burton, Markistan Lavern, Black Male, Theft of Property, Possession of Firearms/Certain Persons, incarcerated on August 11. Rhodes, John, White Male, Hols for ADC, incarcerated August 13.
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Prairie County Reps attend 2016 Arkansas Rice Expo
Pictured (l to r) Amy Carroll-Prairie County Ag Agent, Shea Wilson, Prairie County FCS/4-H Agent, Jenny Ross-Lonoke county Ag Agent, and Sara Beth Johnson-Lonoke County 4-H Agent.
Ketrina Wallace-Miss Prairie County Rice was there with other queens from across the state distributing her Personalized Fried Rice recipe.
Grand Prairie Rice Bread - Dorothy Clayton, Prairie County Top 10 Finalist ind the Rice Recipe Contest 2/3 cup milk 1/3 cup water 1/2 cup margarine, cut up 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cup parboiled or brown rice – cooled 1/4 cup sugar 1 pkg active dry yeast 1 tsp salt 3 eggs, room temperature In small saucepan combine milk, water and margarine. Heat until very warm (120oF-130oF). In
large mixing bowl combine 1 cup flour, sugar, yeast, and salt; mix well. Gradually add warm liquid to dry ingredients. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed of mixer. Beat in eggs. Gradually beat in remaining 2 cups flour and rice. Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in bulk, about 1 hour. Grease a 10-inch bundt pan. Stir dough well and pour into prepared pan.
Cover and let rise until double in bulk, 30-40 minutes. Preheat oven to 375oF. Bake 30-40 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack 5 minutes. Remove from pan and finish cooling. Freezes well: Wrap in foil. Thaw at room temperature. Reheat wrapped in foil for 30 minutes. Yield: 12 servings Cost per serving: minimal (most items are in your pantry)
Cream of Chicken Wild Rice Soup - Maegan Hendricks, Prairie County Top 10 Finalist ind the Rice Recipe Contest 6 cups chicken broth 2 c a n s chicken (25 oz.) 1/2 cup parboiled long grain white rice 1/2 cup wild rice (mixed with brown is fine) 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp onion powder (divided) 2tsp. chicken bouillon powder 1tsps. dried parsly 1/2 tsp garlic 1/2tsp basil 1 / 2 t s p rubbed sage 1/2 tsp.celery salt 3/4 cup butter (12 Tbsp or 1 stick of butter) 1 cup carrots, diced 1 cup celery, diced 3 cups light cream (using ingredients below)
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7th Annual Swarmfest set for August 20, 2016 The 7th Annual Swamfest 2016 will be held on Saturday August 20th at the Hazen City Park (across from the Hazen Community Center.) The event will start at 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There will be inflatable and water slides . Armbands will be sold for $10.00 that
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