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Community Events Calendar Thursday January 26 Commodities at Hazen First Methodist Church 10:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday January 26 Hornets vs P-W Hornet Gym 4:30 p.m. JG, JB, SG, SB Thursday January 26 PC Democratic Women’s Meeting 6:00 p.m. Murry’s Restaurant Hazen Friday January 27 Hornets vs Clarendon Clarendon Gym 4:30 p.m. 7thB, JG, SG, SB Monday January 30 The Center Point Fire Department Association meeting for January 30th at 6:30 pm at the residence of Amy G.. Carroll Saturday February 11 12:00 Noon District 10 Official WGM & WGP Jacksonville Lodge Hall
Hazen/DeValls Bluff, Prairie County, Arkansas
Thirty-ffive Arkansas 4-H H members attend National 4-H H Congress meeting in Atlanta Thirty-five Arkansas 4H State Record Book winners were among the nearly 900 youth who gathered in Atlanta for the annual National 4-H Congress, a premier leadership event for Senior 4H’ers. The event, held Nov. 2529, 2016, provided an opportunity for 4-H Youth from 44 states and Puerto Rico to network, learn from one another and be recognized for their achievements. Delegates attended educational workshops covering the 4H initiatives of leadership, healthy living, and science and technology. “Among the outstanding youth we had going to Atlanta was one selected to serve on the Leadership team and three who were chosen as official Congress enter-
tainers,” said Priscella Thomas-Scott, State 4-H Events Coordinator. “The four had to submit applications and videos and were selected from among all applicants by the Congress design team.” Kennedy Blue of Howard County served on the Congress Leadership Team. Lane Fritch of Benton County performed “Popular,” from the musical “Wicked.” Katie Gardner, Washington County, performed a tap dance to James Brown’s “I Feel Good” and Timothy Davis of Jackson County performed a dance routine to another James Brown song, “Super Bad.” Among the highlights of the delegation’s trip to Atlanta were visits to the CNN studios, Coca Cola headquarters, Martin
Luther King, Jr., Visitor Center and the Georgia Aquarium. Miss America Savvy Shields, a fellow Arkansan, was the Gala speaker. Delegates also participated in a day of community service. For more information about the 4-H Youth Development program, contact your county extension office. A list of numbers may be found h e r e : http://uaex.edu/counties/d efault.aspx. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs to all eligible persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic informa-
Rusty Smith, Arkansas Farm Bureau State Board Member, of Des Arc took part in the delegate session of the 98th American Farm Bureau Convention held Jan. 6-11 in Phoenix, Arizona. At the annual meeting of Farm Bureau, voting delegates, farmers and ranchers set the national organization’s policies for the next year. These policies — surfaced and debated from the grassroots level on up — guide national policy implementation efforts throughout the following year. Arkansas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit, private
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(Walnut Ridge, Ark.) Hunter Ingle, son of Richie and Sonja Ingle of Hazen has been named to the Williams Baptist College President’s List for the 2016 fall semester. The President’s List includes those full-time students who achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average, while the Dean’s List is comprised of those with at least a 3.5 GPA. Williams is a four-year, liberal arts college at Walnut Ridge. Hunter is a 2014 graduate of Hazen High School.
Rusty Smith farm and rural advocacy organization of more than 190,000 families through-
out the state working to improve farm and rural life.
Hazen City Council discusses 2017 budgets
Tuesday February 14 Valentines Day
Tuesday February 21 6:00 p.m. PC Master Gardeners BancorpSouth Hazen
Sara Beth Toll of Hazen-State 4-H Officer-At-Large, Lane Fritch-State 4-H Officer At Large, Cheyenne Gillliam-Ozark District Vice-President, and Mallory Perkins-Delta District Vice-President.
Des Arc resident attends Ingle named to Farm Bureau Convention President’s List
Monday February 13 6:15p.m. Hazen Chapter #5 OES Hazen Lodge Hall
Thursday February 16 6:00 p.m. GFWC Elsie McCain Club Murry’s Restaurant Hazen
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
The Hazen City Council members were sworn in before the regularly scheduled meeting. The Hazen City Council held their regular monthly meeting on January 19 at 6:00 P.M. Present were: Mayor David Duch, Recorder David Hardke, Council members Steve Chlapecka, Tim Juola, Clevella Mosby, and Barbara Rogers. The Mayor announced that Constance Rose had resigned from her position as a Council member and that a replacement for that Ward will be sought by the next meeting. The Council members were then sworn in by Prairie County Circuit Clerk Gaylon Hale. The Mayor then called the meeting to order. A copy of the December meetings minutes were then passed out and approved.
New Business The mayor reviewed significant items in the 2017 proposed budget. The proposed sales tax budget will devote $15,000 to improving sidewalks, $15,000 to replacing the interstate lighting with LED lighting and reerecting light poles, and $15,000 to perform brush clearing inside the interstate cloverleaf. The proposed hotel/motel tax will devote $30,000 to a splash pad in the east city park. Jessica Berry representing SplashPads U.S.A also attended the meeting and presented pictures and details on the construction. The pad would be 1,100 square feet in size, it would Continued on p. 3
AR Highway 323 closed for repairs PRAIRIE COUNTY – Crews have closed State Highway 323 in Prairie County due to a failed box culvert under the roadway, according to Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) officials. The road closure takes place immediately and is located approximately one-half mile south of Main Street in the city of Des Arc. Lanes in both directions of the highway are closed for approximately 100-feet. The road closure is due to a failed concrete box culvert. The failed culvert has caused the roadway above to sink and
presents a hazard to motorists. AHTD officials have yet to determine how long the highway will be closed. A decision will be made after crews complete a more thorough inspection. Motorists are urged to use local roadways in the area and State Highway 11 to the west to bypass the closure. A map of the closure is attached. Drivers should exercise caution when approaching and traveling through all highway work zones. Additional travel information can be found at IDriveArkansas.com or ArkansasHighways.com. You can also follow us on Twitter @AHTD.
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Obituaries
Guss Williams Guss Williams, 60 of Jacksonville, formerly of Carlisle, died Wednesday, January 11 at North Metro Medical Center in Jacksonville. Guss was born January 21, 1956 in Hickory Plains, Arkansas to Clifton Williams and Creamola BradleyWilliams. Guss was currently a member of New Zion Temple Church in Jacksonville, Arkansas under the Leadership of Scott Waterman for four years, where he was a faithful member. He was formerly of member of Pleasant Ridge Missionary Baptist Church in Hickory Plains for the majority of his lifetime. Guss received his education from the Des Arc Public School System in Des Arc, Arkansas. He was a member of the Des Arc High School class of 1976. “Gusto,” or “Guss Peter,” as Guss was lovingly called, was a former employee of Bell Flying Services in Des Arc for more than 35 years before ill health forced him to retire in 2006. He was also self-employed as a freelance Auto Mechanic. A loving and helpful to all he knew, Guss was a gentle and very kind hearted individual. He would go out of his way to be as helpful as he could to anyone in need.humor and loved to make others laugh. He greatest pass Member 2017
time was spending time with family and friends whenever he had the opportunity. His parents, a brother Lester Williams, a sister Virginia Wilson, his father in law Hosie Burnett all preceded Guss in death. Survivors are: his wife of 32 years, Carolyn Burnett-Williams of Jacksonville, AR; two sons: Anthony (Tashenia) Burnett of Jacksonville, AR; and Lynn Fuller of Jacksonville, AR; three daughters: LaTasha Fuller and Shannon Tensley both of Jacksonville, AR; and Tonia Fuller of North Little Rock, AR; three brothers: Herman Ford of Carlisle, AR; O.C. Williams of North Little Rock, AR and Thornell (Linda) Williams of Des Arc, AR; seven sisters: Ezetta (Earnest) Harper, Justine Thomas, Barbara (James) Tom and Lisa Jackson all of Carlisle, AR; Dorothy Scruggs and Clo (Leland, Sr.) Robinson both of Des Arc, AR; and Maud (Dana) Hood of Lonoke, AR; his mother in law Carrie Burnett of Carlisle, AR; twelve grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Friday January 20 from 6 until 8 PM at Second Baptist Church, 206 West Main Street in Carlisle. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 21 at 11 AM at Second Baptist church in Carlisle with Elder Scott Waterman officiating. Internment will take place at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Hickory Plains by Branscumb Johnson & Gilchrest Funeral Home of Brinkley (870) 734-2772 www.branscumbfuneralhome.com; Facebook: Branscumb Funeral Home & email: brans c u m b f u n e r a l home1928@yahoo.com Pallbearers are: Edward Harper, Duane Hood, Clifton Wilson, Aaron Jackson Jr., Deon Williams, Jonathan Hood, George Robertson and Carlos Thomas.
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Lorene C. Roberts was born November 12, 1932 in Slovak, Arkansas to John and Mary (nee Marek) Chlapecka. She died January 18, 2017 at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights. Lorene is survived by her children Roger Roberts, Jr., Rozann (late Bill) Luepkes, Robyn (Ron) Borchert, Rondya (Barry) Stevenson, Rolayne Roberts, Royd (Jeannie) Roberts and Rolyssa (Roger) Scott; her grandchildren Grant, Breck (Shaughnessy), Melissa, Kyle, Kelsey and Jordan Roberts, Nichole (Tom) Pauson, Arianne Borchert, Elliott and Madeline Stevenson, Leah, Hannah and John Roberts, William and Samantha Scott; her great grandchildren Gage, Liam, Chloe and Owen Roberts and Penelope Pauson; her sister Marilyn Cox; her sisters in law Geneva Chlapecka and Diane Chlapecka. Lorene is preceded in death by her husband Roger Roberts; her siblings Rudy Chlapecka, Lucille House and Charles Chlapecka and by her parents. Visitation Saturday, January 21, 2017 from 9:00 AM until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 PM at the Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, (4 blocks south of Palatine Road) Arlington Heights. Interment at Mount Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to ASPCA, P.O. Box 96929, Washington D.C., 20090-6929. Funeral information and c o n d o l e n c e s www.GlueckertFH.com or (847) 253-0168.
William Skarda William “Bill” J. Skarda, 79, of Carlisle passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017. He was born February 1, 1937 in Hazen, Arkansas. He was a Business Manager for 37 years for Lone Pine Enterprises, Inc. and Carl Garrich, his uncle, father figure and mentor. Bill was a graduate of the College of the Ozarks in 1958 where he received the honors of Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference “outstanding scholar athlete award.” He was an avid football fan and loved hunting. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Kathy Darlene Wheeler Skarda of Carlisle; daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Darrell Dean of Little Rock; son and daughterin-law, Todd and Britani Skarda of Malvern; granddaughter, Bailey Skarda of Little Rock; step-grandson, Ethan Golz, of Malvern; brother, Robert Skarda and his wife, Cissy of Little Rock; sister, Elizabeth Knopp of Vilonia; brother-in-law, Don Wheeler of Moro; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Skarda and Marie Skarda Hamel and his brother, Jim Skarda and step father, Joseph Arthur Hamel. Services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at St. Rose of Lima Church 603 E. Park, Carlisle AR 72024. Internment scheduled at later date.Visitation will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at St. Rose of Lima Church 603 E. Park, Carlisle AR 72024. Rosary will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at St. Rose of Lima Church 603 E. Park, Carlisle AR 72024. Memorials may be made to St. Rose of Lima Church in Carlisle or Prospect Cemetery in Moro, Arkansas. Online obituary at www.SmithFamilyCares.c om.
Cathy VanHouten Cathy Van Houten Nugent, age 61, died at her home on January 18, 2017 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 13, 1955 to Lonnie and Juanita Van Houten.
Just A Pinch Recipes She was a 1973 graduate of Hazen High School and a homemaker.She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Dennis Van Houten. She is survived by her precious grandson Spencer Weems who was the light of her life, her beloved daughter Mandy Weems, and her steadfast husband Tommy Nugent all of Stuttgart. Two sisters Martha (Mike) Sells of Stuttgart and Diane. And many friends and relatives. A Memorial Service will be officiated by Brother David Inzer on Monday, January 23rd at 2 P.M. at the Harmony Baptist Church in Stuttgart. Visitation will be held the hour before.
Elna Hamric Elna Louise Rogers Hamric, 98, of Carlisle, passed away January 19, 2017. She was born September 15, 1918, the daughter of Walter and Ruth Rogers. Louise married Wesley Paul Hamric on May 29, 1937. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Carlisle. Louise is survived by four children, Wesley (Dub) Hamric and wife, Barbara and Bobby Hamric and wife, Delorse both of Hazen, Charlotte Elmore Glover and husband, Bobby of Carlisle and Marilyn Grudnowski and husband, Dave of Cave Springs, Arkansas; nine grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren; one brother, Charles Rogers of California; three sisters, Mildred Vaughn of Louisiana, Rebecca Patterson of Biscoe, and Verna Dean Dollar of Texas. The family wishes to express special thanks to Chambers Nursing Home and the wonderful staff and Baptist Hospice for their loving care. Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, January 23, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Carlisle. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 prior to the service. Burial will be in the Hazen Cemetery. The family requests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church, Chamber Nursing Home, or charity of your choice. Arrangements are by Westbrook Funeral Home of Hazen.
Slow Cooker Meatball Stroganoff by Brenda Downey
After I married my husband, which was over thirty years ago, this used to be my most favorite comfort dish. I use to love making it in my Crock Pot on Saturdays, and just sitting in front of the television and enjoying it. I almost forgot about it, and for the first time after thirty years, thought about it, and just had to make it again. It is still so delicious! I don't know why or how I could have forgotten about it but wanted to share this very old Crock Pot meatball stroganoff recipe with everyone. One of my most favorite dishes that I love! Ingredients 3 Tbsp butter 1 medium onion - diced 2 lb gound beef chuck 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp tarragon 1/4 tsp basil 2 Tbsp flour 1/3 cup tomato paste 3/4 cup beef stock or beef buillion 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp vinegar 1/2 lb mushrooms sliced 1 cup sour cream 1 French bread - loaf, sliced Directions 1.) Melt half of the butter in a large frying pan and on med-high heat saute onion until golden color. Transfer to the Crock Pot. 2.) Quickly shape the ground beef chuck into
bite-sized meatballs, about one inch in diameter size. Add the meatballs to the frying pan and saute them on medhigh heat, shaking them, until they are brown on all sides. 3.) Sprinkle the browned meatballs with the salt, pepper, tarragon, basil, and flour. Cook for a few more minutes, carefully stirring the meatballs so not to crumble them, and to coat the seasonings on all sides. Transfer to Crock Pot. 4.) In the same frying pan add: tomato paste, bouillon or beef stock, Worcestershire, and vinegar. Stir to loosen drippings, and then pour into Crock Pot. 5.) Cover the Crock Pot with its lid and cook on high (300 degrees) for 11/2 to 2 hours. Meanwhile, saute the mushrooms with the remaining butter in the frying pan, until mushrooms are a little limp. Save the cooked mushrooms for later use, in a bowl, and in the refrigerator. 6.) When cooking time for meatballs in the Crock Pot has finished, add the already cooked mushrooms and the sour cream to the Crock Pot and cook on high for another ten minutes. Turn off Crock Pot, and serve over sliced and buttered French Bread. **this is also delicious with a nice salad** http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/maincourse/beef/meatballstroganoff-3.htm
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State Capitol Week in Review From Senator Jonathan Dismang By a unanimous vote in both chambers, the General Assembly approved legislation to postpone for 60 days implementation of the medical marijuana amendment. Arkansas voters passed the amendment in the November general election. It created a commission responsible for writing new regulations for the growing and selling of medical marijuana. For example, the commission will determine how cultivation facilities and dispensaries will keep records, and how they will maintain security. The commission is to determine restrictions on advertising, and how often growing facilities are to be inspected. Under House Bill 1026, which both chambers passed and sent to the governor, the commission will accept applications from entities that want to grow medical marijuana by July 1. The bill passed the House by a vote of 91-to0 and the Senate by a vote of 27-to-0. In other news, the Senate Committee on Revenue and Taxation recommended approval of Senate Bill 115, to reduce individual income taxes for about 657,000 Arkansas taxpayers in the low income brackets. About 120,000 Arkansas residents who earn less than $4,300 a year would
not have to pay any state income taxes at all. The bill was proposed by the governor. It would take effect in 2019 and would save taxpayers about $50.5 million a year. SB 115 also creates a 16-member legislative task force to work on broader tax reductions. The group will begin work within a month after the final day of the 2017 session. The other major tax cut bill of the 2017 session would exempt retirement income of retired military veterans from the state income tax, saving them about $13 million a year. The state Department of Finance and Administration estimates that about 29,000 veterans live in Arkansas. The income tax repeal for veterans’ retirement is in SB 13 and HB 1003. They would take effect this tax year, beginning January 1, 2017. Under current law, the first $6,000 of veterans’ retirement income is exempt from state income taxes. The proposed legislation would exempt all their retirement income. In other business the Senate passed legislation to limit all fines for failure to wear a seat belt to $25, effectively preventing local traffic courts from raising the fine. It is SB 102, and it now goes to the House. The House Committee
on Public Health, We l f a r e and Labor recommended legislation whose intent is to prohibit purchases of soda and candy with food stamps. Supporters want to promote healthier diets and reduce obesity. Grocery store executives expressed concerns that the burden of enforcement would fall on them. The bill is HB 1035. The food stamp program is officially known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. It is funded mainly by the federal government and the state cannot limit food stamp purchases without a federal permit. HB 1035 directs state officials to ask for authority from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to impose the soda and candy prohibition. The House Public Health Committee also recommended HB 1033 to use money from a tobacco settlement to pay for home assistance services for people with developmental disabilities. It would benefit more than 500 people on a waiting list that has about 3,000 on it. HB 1033 would authorize additional spending of about $28 million in combined state and federal funds.
Currently there are 3,000 Arkansans with intellectual or developmental disabilities waiting for community-based or in home services. The needs range from adaptive equipment at home to day treatment programs. This week the House took the first step in an effort to eliminate this waiting list. In a vote of 93-0, we approved HB1033. This legislation calls for the diversion of $8.5 million from the tobacco settlement fund to fund the needs of the waiting list. This money is currently not being used on any other program. The state funds would be then matched by $20 million in federal funds. It is expected the funds will assist 500-900 of those on the list. This bill is now heading to the Senate. Meanwhile, heading to the Governor’s desk is a bill that allows the Medical Marijuana Commission more time to implement rules for growers and dispensaries. The Medical Marijuana Amendment passed by voters in November, gave the commission 120 days to be appointed and create all rules and regulations regarding growing
Turnage Elected to lead PC Master Gardeners
New officers for 2017 are (l to r)Janet Turnage, Sue Clayton, Rhonda Betzner, Linda Price, Gail Norman, and Chris Weems. By Chris Weems Janet Turnage of Des Arc was re-elected president of Prairie County Master Gardeners for 2017 at the regular meeting Tuesday night, January 17, at the regular meeting. Turnage presided with 17 members and one guest present. Other officers elected are Sue Clayton, vicepresident, Rhonda Betzner, secretary, Linda Price, treasurer, Chris Weems, reported and Gail Norman, telephone chairman. They will assume the duties of office at the next meeting. The president announced a Master Gardener Workshop at Lonoke Extension Office Thursday, February 23, at 9:00 a,m, The subject
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will be “Pruning Roses.” The Arkansas Flower and Garden Show will be at the Little Rock Convention Center February 24-26 and registration will begin February 1. Programs are available on-line or at the County Extension Office in DeValls Bluff or Des Arc. February 1, is the beginning date for registration for Master Gardeners State Conference, to be held in Little Rock, May 21-23. More information will be available on-line. The group voted to set the tentative date for “Gardenering on the Grand Prairie,” for April 22, 2017, to coincide with Earth Day if plans can be made for that date. The AR MG District Meeting will be Monday
March 6, in Forrest City for the newly formed districts of Master Gardeners. More information available at the next meeting. The president announced that this is the year that White County Master Gardeners will have their training program for new members. The dates will be each Wednesday in March, from 8:00 a.m.until 4:30 p.m. The
cost will be $75.00 and will include lunch, the teaching manual and other items used in the classes. Members are asked to tell their friends who might be interested. Preliminary business was taken care of and “Work Sheets” were filled out and turned in. The next meeting will be Tuesday, February 21, at 6:00 p.m., at BancorpSouth, Hazen.
Rudy VanHouten Celebrates 90th
A 90th Birthday celebration was given for Rudy Van Houten Sunday afternoon at his home. Some of those present for this Happy Occasion were his Siblings: (L to R) Skinny Van Houten, B.R. Van Houten, Rudy’s wife Rosetta Van Houten, Kenneth Van Houten,Bobbie Van Houten Petty, and Ruby Van Houten Petrus.
and dispensing. The sponsor of the bill said while rules can be passed quickly, 120 days did not allow enough time for public input and participation in the process. HB1026 gives the commission 180 days. And it requires the commission to begin accepting application by July 1, which aligns with the start of the fiscal year. The date in the amendment approved by voters in November was June 1. It has passed both the House and the Senate and is now waiting on the Governor’s signature. The House Revenue and Taxation Committee has advanced two tax cut proposals. HB1159 targets tax cuts to those making under $21,000 a year. HB1161 provides an earned income tax credit for those who already
qualify for the federal credit. The full House will be considering these proposals in the third week of the session. We will continue to keep you updated. Remember you can watch all House proceedings and committee meetings held inside the Capitol on our website.
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Legal Notices IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET SUE ROGERS, DECEASED NO. 59SPR-16-25 Last know address of decedent: Margaret Sue Rogers Date of Death- October 10, 2015 An instrument dated 27th day of January, 2004, was on the 9th day of January, 2017, admitted to probate as the Last Will and Testament of the above-named decent, and the undersigned has been appointed Executor thereunder. A contest of the probate of the will can be effected only by filing a Petition with in the time provided by law. All persons having claims against the estate
must exhibit them, 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. Provided, that claims for injury or death caused by the negligence of the decedent shall be filed 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 such estate. This notice first published on the 18th day of January,2017. Terry Rogers 206 Mimosa Bald Knob, AR. 72010 Robert Hudgins Attorney for the Estate 407 West Race Searcy, Arkansas 72143
GFWC Elsie McCain Club holds meeting GFWC Elsie McCain Club met in regular session Thursday night, January 19, at Murry’s Restaurant with Meg Miller hostess. The meeting opened with the current events. A thank-you note was read from the Department of Human Services for the food given to the Food Pantry for use in the Food Stamp Program. The president, Chris Weems, presided and reminded members to bring the articles to be sent to Operation Smile in February. The president also talked about the General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ Signature Project: Domestic Violence Awareness. She said that the shelters ask for hygiene products, such as
shampoo, tooth paste and tooth brushes, lotions, sleepware, underware, and childrens clothing. This is the month to prepare the annual reports. New report forms have been received. Meg, gave the program on “How Old is Grandma?. It is dealt with the articles of technology that had not been heard of about 70 years ago. It also dealt with some changes in some manners and customs. Entertainment prizes were won by Rita Farris, Carolyn Brakensiek, Nell Pich and Chris Weems. The next regular meeti ng will be Thursday night, February 16, at Murry’s with Rita Farris, conservation chairman, hostess.
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Williams Baptist Singers perform at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church The William Baptist Singers performed at Pleasant Ridge Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday, January 22nd at 7:00 P.M. Two of the choir members, Hunter Ingle and Monica Griffin, are Hazen High School alumni. Ingle is the son of Richie and Sonia Ingle, and is a native of Hazen. Griffin is the daughter of Joey Griffin and Shannon Vincent, and is a native of Cotton Plant. Following the concert, the church provided a spaghetti supper for those who attended the service.
Whereas, it is the opinion of the City Council that the schedules and exhibits of financial information prepared and reviewed anticipated revenues and expenditures for the calendar year appear to be as accurate as possible for budgetary purposes,
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that the city farm contract at the airport is up for the three year term extension. The council approved the extension of the contract. The council then accepted and approved the extension of the contract with Elizabeth Curlett for the day care facility. Department Heads Police Chief Bradley Taylor informed the council that the department had recently solved several burglaries. A 2012 Dodge Charger will be replaced this year with a
pick up, as they are more suitable for the area. Utility Department Supervisor Philip Foot reported that seasonal maintenance is currently be performed, and that he is currently working on a proposal to have a service contract on the lights on the interstate ramps. $51,736.61 remains in the construction fund of the 2014 Water and Sewer System Improvement and Refunding Bonds. Foot informed the board that those funds will continue to be used to repair and
replace sections of sewer lines. He told the council that due to these improvements he has seen less infiltration of rainwater into the sewer system. Fire Chief Ashley Loudermilk reported 1 interstate wreck, 2 grass fires, and 8 responder calls. He also informed the council the required certifications for 2016 were completed in December, and that the 2017 certifications have also been completed.
Nine things to do across Arkansas during the winter It's easy to hate winter, that special time of year when any hint of inclement weather may cause mass hysteria at the grocery store and you could wake up to frozen water pipes on any given morning. But winter in Arkansas can be a great time to get out and explore with your family, too. Battle cabin fever and bond as a family with these 14 things to do when it's cold in central Arkansas. 1. Go On a Cruise No, we don't mean an escape to the warm Bahamas (although that would be nice). Take a mini cruise right here in central Arkansas! If you dress appropriately (and it isn't 10 degrees), you won't freeze. Head to the Jolly Roger's Marina in Pinnacle Mountain State Park for an Eagle Lake Cruise or Winter Discovery Lake Cruise in January and February. Visitors will try to spot wintering bald eagles and other wildlife on and around Lake Maumelle. 2. Experience the Outdoors ... Inside
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING FOR THE CITY OF HAZEN, ARKANSAS FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2017, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2017, APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN PROVIDED FOR, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Whereas, the City Council has made a comprehensive study and review of the proposed budget, and
City Council accommodate 15-30 children, have 12 water jets, a 30 year warranty, and be a 3-5 inch thick concrete slab. Following questions by the council and a request for the warranty no further action was taken. $16,000 of the Natural Gas Fund would go to the purchase of an infra-red natural gas detector. A $34,938 transfer in from the Emergency Sales Tax Fund to effect the purchase of a new pick up for the Police Department. The Mayor reported
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Can't entice your family to brave the chilly temps outside? Get a dose of the Arkansas outdoors at the Witt Stephens Jr. Central Arkansas Nature Center in downtown Little Rock. Pass through various living habitat exhibits that depict the different regions of Arkansas, from the Mississippi Delta to the Ozark Plateau. The center is completely free and hosts special events for the public, including a weekly storytime for kids ages 6 and younger, fish and animal feedings, and other workshops. Find more free events at the Nature Center here. 3. Have a Movie Marathon Hibernate at home and plan a movie marathon. Introduce the kids to one of your favorite "oldies," and allow them to choose a flick they love, too. Don't forget the popcorn! Or, head to the Maumelle Library every Friday at 3:30 p.m. for a free movie and snack! 4. Plan a Play Day When claustrophobia starts to set in, take the kids for a play day.
Children under 8 can slide, climb, splash, build and create at The Wonder Place. 5. Head to the Arcade There are lots of fun indoor spots for older kids, too! Try arcade games and amusements at Big Rock Fun Park or Playtime Pizza. Or take the whole family to Dave & Buster's and enjoy a delicious lunch at the restaurant after you've gamed your hearts out. 6. Get Competitive Knock down some pins at Professor Bowl West in Little Rock or Millennium Bowling Center in Maumelle. If the kids have a lot of energy, it may be the perfect time to try out paintball and laser tag at Jack's Ultra Sports in Conway. 7. Visit the Library Pick out a new book to read individually or as a family. Then, stick around for one of the many free activities at your local library: movie screenings, games, snack times, crafts, tea parties, storytimes, concerts, knitting classes, gardening
and more. There are more than 200 events happening at the 14 branches of the CALS in January and February! 8. Cheer on a Sports Team Visit UALR's Jack Stephens Center to root for the Trojans! In January and February, both the men's and women's basketball teams will be in Little Rock for home games. Find the full schedules online. 9. Go to a Show Visit the Arkansas Arts Center Children's Theatre to see "Stone Soup," an old folk story, on stage from Jan. 20-22. Then, from Feb. 3-19, the Arts Center will show "The Laughable Legend of Fancybeard the Bully Pirate." If you're looking for something a little more energetic, then head to Verizon Arena on Jan. 31 for the Harlem Globetrotters. These aren't any ordinary basketball players - they'll showcase hilarious comedy and have fun fan interaction.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAZEN, ARKANSAS: That Section 1: this ordinance shall be known as the budget ordinance for the City of Hazen, Arkansas for the twelve (12) month period beginning January 1, 2017 and ending December 31, 2017, reflecting estimated revenues and expenditures as hereinafter set forth on the succeeding pages. All revenues herein are estimated and subject to change, and all appropriations are calculated upon available revenues; Section2: The respective amounts of funds for each and every item of expenditure classification herein proposed in the budget for 2017, are hereby approved by the City of Hazen, Arkansas and are hereby authorized and appropriated for the purposes herein set forth for the calendar year ending December 31, 2017; Section 3: Whereas, it is necessary for the efficient operation of municipal government that a budget be planned and adopted, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this ordinance being necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 19th January 2017.
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Signed: __________________________ David Duch, Mayor Attest: _____________________________ David Hardke, Recorder/Treasurer
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NOTICE To Whom It May Concern: A 08 Mercedes C308 VIN#WDDGF54X49F242 369 was picked up on 1224-16 at the I-40 EB MM195 at the request of the Ark. State Police.This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar, 72064, (870) 255-3305. Towing, storage,& administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner. Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority possessory lien on the said vehicle and its content for all such charges. The vehicle and its contents will be dismantled, destroyed, or sold at public sale to the highest bidder if not claimed in 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges. __________________
NOTICE .SUPPORTIVE LIVING POSITION: Lonoke Exceptional Development Center is looking to hire for 6 staff positions for our Community Services Department. (1AM-9A M-F with a female client) (3:30PM-7:30PM M-F with a male client) (10A-2P M.T.Th.Fr 8:30A-12:30P Wed with a male client) (6A-10P Sat&Sun with female client) (6A-6P M-F with a male client)(3P-9P M-F with a male client). Serious applicants can contact Brittany Davis or Holly McMurtry at 50 disabilities, in helping them live a more independent life. Some lifting required. Must have high school diploma/GED, valid AR driver’s license, be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen test. 1-843-0340 for more information on the above positions. These positions include working with those who have If you are looking for a career that is rewarding please contact: Lonoke Exceptional Development Center at 501-628-5580; 8/4, M/F, or Fax 501-6285583. Application on-line at HYPERLINK "http://www.lonokeexceptional.org" www.lonokeexceptional.org Equal Opportunity Employer. __________________
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NOTICE To Whom It May Concern: A 2000 Isuzu Rodeo VIN#452DM58WOY4317 734 was picked up on 1225-16 at the I-40 EB MM203 at the request of the Prairie County Sheriff’s Department. This vehicle is in the possession of Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service, 801 Hwy 70 W, Hazen Ar, 72064, (870) 255-3305. Towing, storage,& administrative costs are accruing as legal liability of the owner. Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority possessory lien on the said vehicle and its content for all such charges. The vehicle and its contents will be dismantled, destroyed, or sold at public sale to the highest bidder if not claimed in 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, povide proof of ownership an pay all associated charges. __________________
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Hazen Basketball Scores Hazen vs Marvell Senior Boys Final: Hazen 41 / Marvell 87
Senior Girls Final: Hazen 60 / Marvell 19
Junior Boys Final: Hazen 53 / Marvell 19
Hazen vs Jacksonville Lighthouse
Hazen vs Brinkley Senior Boys Final: Hazen 56 / Brinkley 60
Senior Girls
Senior Boys
Final: Hazen 36 / Brinkley 41
Final: Hazen 39 / JLCS 76
Junior Girls
Senior Girls
Final: Hazen 29 / Brinkley 24
Final: Hazen 37/ JLCS 52
Junior Boys
Junior Boys
Final: Hazen 60 / Brinkley 22
Final: Hazen 42 / JLCS 54
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