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Rachel M. Lisko of Hazen is a December 2022 University of Central Arkansas graduate. She graduated with a Master of Arts in Teaching in Teaching. The University of Central Arkansas conferred nearly 500 undergraduate and more than 180 graduate degrees
and certificates through the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; College of Health and Behavioral Sciences; College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; and Graduate School.
and 1 to the Nursing Home in Hazen. A big thanks for all of you that came out and supported your veterans.
The Auxiliary was welcomed by the Madame President Dee Smith of our State Auxiliary that came and helped with
our unit on serving our Veterans of Prairie County Pancake Breakfast. Valentine Wreaths and candy bags were made up and delivered to the Veterans at our Nursing Homes on February 14, 2023.
Stuttgart Baptist named in top 100
STUTTGART, Ark. –Baptist Health Medical Center-Stuttgart has announced that it has been recognized for a second consecutive year as a Top 100 Rural Community Hospital.
Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, this annual recognition program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™.
“We have a great group of physicians, employees, volunteers and board members who are all dedicated to delivering quality care and putting our patients’ needs first,” said Kevin Storey, president of Baptist Health Medical Center-Stuttgart. “While we do not strive to earn
awards, it is great to be recognized for the work we provide to our patients every day.”
“Across the nation, top 100 rural providers continue to serve as a source of inspiration for hospital leadership teams and staff working diligently every day to improve the delivery of care within their local communities,” said Michael Topchik, national leader with the Chartis Center for Rural Health. “The list of award winners in each category is as geographically diverse as we’ve seen in some time, which is wonderful to see. We’re thrilled to be able to honor the outstanding efforts of these top performing rural hospitals.”
Now in its 13th year, the INDEX has established itself as the
industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is trusted by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations and state offices of rural health across the country to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance. Baptist Health Medical Center-Stuttgart is committed to serving Stuttgart and surrounding communities with a complete range of medical services and support groups. Learn more about the hospital and its services by visiting Baptist-Health.com or by calling Baptist Health HealthLine at 1888-BAPTIST.
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Serving left to right front row, Madame President Dee Smith, Toni Wilson, Lisa Voumard, Patricia Cook, Erica Lott, Beth Robinson, Second Row: Johnna McClain, Alex Prince, Melody Pace, Sherry Dale, and Megan Brown.
the Prairie County Sheriff invited the other local departments within the county to be sworn in and deputized under his term
emergency purposes. It is a step in ensuring the safety of all residents of the county.
The Hazen First United Methodist men held their annual Shrimp Supper on Friday, March 10. This year’s event was drive-through only, but at least there was no snow in the forecast.
Leo S. Martin
Leo S. Martin, 93, passed from this earth on March 8, 2023 at his home in DeValls Bluff. He worked most of his working years at Treadway minnow farms and loved being outside. Leo coached softball in his younger days and was an active member of the volunteer fire department for years until age crept up on him. He attended the First Baptist church in DeValls Bluff. Leo was determined to stay active even after retirement and dabbled in scrap metal and cut wood to sell long after he should have quit. He was not a quitter in life. He was married to is wife, Fannie Robinson Martin for 72 years and they had five children.
Leo was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Bessie Martin; eleven of his twelve brothers and sisters and two children, Doyen Martin and Regina Martin Golleher. Leo is survived by his wife; one son, Eric Martin; two daughters, Marlene Martin and Glendora all of DeValls Bluff; nine grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.
Larry Wayne Mayher
Larry Wayne Mayher of Des Arc, Arkansas passed from his earthly home on Tuesday, March 7.
Larry was born to the late, Adrian Mayher and
LaVern (Mayher) Barnes on April 3, 1955 in Des Arc. He attended the Des Arc School system from elementary through high school, graduating with the Class of 1973. Following graduation, Larry chose a life of driving trucks for McFarlin Trucking, Harold Ives Trucking, Harold Dean Brazil Trucking and for the last 30 years M & T Paving. In his spare time, he enjoyed a life of fishing, hunting, riding his Honda 1800 and relaxing with his guitar.
Larry was a member of the Assembly of God Church of Des Arc.
He is proceeded in death by his dad, Adrian, brother, Donnie Lee and daughter, Randi Mayher.
Larry is survived by his Stepfather Herndon and mother LaVern Barnes, brother, DeWayne Mayher and wife, Jodie, sister Sharon Castleberry and husband Billy of Des Arc, two daughters, Amanda Heffington of Des Arc and Faith Snider and husband, Coy of Hazen and special friend, Mona Buck of Des Arc. Larry had the joy of seeing his seven grandchildren born: Dillon Moye, Dawson Holloway, Landon Heffington, Dallas Cearley, Chesnee Langley, Maverik Snider and Sidney
Snider and two great grandchildren: Oakley and Paisley Cearley. Service details are listed below with Pall Bearers attending: Dawson Holloway, Maverik Snider, Josh Castleberry, Dillion Moye, Nathan Buck, DeWayne Mayher, Landon Heffington and Sonny Cawthorne. Honorary Pall-Bearers: Ronny Snead, Max Castleberry and Dennis Mayher.
Larry will truly be missed by his family, friends and driving
acquaintances.
Martha Louise Stallings
Martha Louise Stallings was born on May 1, 1925. The family of Fletcher and Martha Lea Livesay made their home in Oak Prairie, Arkansas, when they welcomed the birth of their second born. The small community was located just outside of Des Arc where Martha attended and graduated from Des Arc Public Schools. She was introduced by another family member to a young soldier by the name of E.B. Stallings. On January 30, 1946 they were married. For a time they made their home in California before returning to the Oak Prairie community, where they remained and raised their children.
Martha’s earthly journey came to an end, as she entered the gates of her eternal home. She was preceded in her journey by parents Fletcher and Martha Livesay, her husband E.B. Stallings (2008), infant daughter, Lanell, siblings, Harold Livesay, Tom Ed Livesay, Patsy Harvey and grandson, Jonathan.
Martha is survived by sons, Tarry Stallings (Sandra) and Jimmy Stallings, both of Des Arc, daughters, Janet Billeck (Robert) of Cabot, Karen Grubbs (Derrell) of DeValls Bluff, sister, Lucille Traylor (Bill) of Little rock, and amazing 10 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Martha was an inspiration to many, in so many ways. She will be truly missed by her community, family and friends.
DVB C o un cil a ppr o v e s m ic r o ph o n e pur c h a s e s
By Lisa Mills
The DeValls Bluff City Council met March 9th.
A motion was approved to purchase four microphones at a cost of $140 as proposed by Mayor Thelma Gray. Council Member Pam Del Giorno suggested that one 4-foot long and two 6-foot long folding tables be purchased for city council meetings. Leah Woodall stated that the city has two long folding tables that are currently at the Fire Department. A motion approved to purchase
one 4 foot long table, and the two 6 foot long tables will be brought back to City Hall. With the microphones and three tables, the mayor and council members will be seated in a U shape so the audience can see and hear them better. Attending the meeting were Mayor Thelma Gray, Recorder/Treasurer Darlene Connor and Council members Shirley Goff, Alice Metcalf, Jackie Adcock, Carol Griffin, Marie Flanagan and Pam Del Giorno.
the Estate of Anna B. Johnston, deceased, that Anna B. Johnston died intestate with no known last will and testament, and that the undersigned has been appointed Administrator thereof. Contest of the probate can be effected only by filing a petition within 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
By Marsha Heien
The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met on March 8, 2023 for their Sit 'n Sew at the First Christian Church's fellowship hall, Stuttgart with 7 members present. Shelley opened the meeting with the Thought for the Day, "There is no Quilter's Anonymous because no one wants to quit!" The February minutes and treasurer's reports were given. A letter from Arkansas Childrens' Hospital was read thanking the group for their donation of several bags of small pillows for the patients.
Under Old Business, the members were reminded that all entries for the Arts Festival are to be delivered to the Arts Center of the Grand Prairie on Friday, March 10 from 12-5, and on Saturday, March 11, from 10-2. The Arts Festival exhibit dates are March 17-19 at the
GRAND PRAIRIE CENTER from 10-5 daily, 125 on Sunday. The Awards and Presentation will be Sunday, March 19 at 3:00; Exhibit check-out is at 4:00. In addition to the juried entries, the festival will be hosting a special quilt show and tribute honoring Joyce Dempsey.
Members were asked to bring ideas to the next meeting on a possible Quilt Day Camp sometime this summer.
Show and Share: Lou Anna asked advice from members on the arrangement of the rows of her originally designed quilt top. The different patterns of her quilt blocks were admired and they offered several suggestions on the placement of the blocks.
Kay showed a lovely wreath of Prairie Point blocks.
Charlotte had a vintage
book of needlework patterns published in a Home Economics book. After the business session, everyone enjoyed pizza and tea and talked of all the projects they wanted to accomplish outside when the weather finally warms up. We were all reminded to "Spring Forward" on Saturday. After lunch, we all settled down to our projects: Glenda made several little girls' skirts for the Christmas Shoe Boxes; Shelley finished several bibs for Hope of the Delta; Marsha crocheted on a lap robe for Crestpark; Charlotte also crocheted on her afghan entry for the Arts Festival; Kay worked on her needlepoint basket of flowers; Lou Anna tried out the various suggestions she received from the members on her quilt design. The next meeting will be April 12, come join us.
GFWC E l s ie M c C ai n cl ub m eet s
By Chris Weems
With four members present, GFWC Elsie McCain Club met Thursday at the DeValls Bluff Dairy Bar. The meeting opened with members discussing current events. Chris Weems, president, presided.
Miss Gracen Felty, bride-elect of Zachary Dale, of DeValls Bluff, was honored with a bridal shower at Calvary Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Saturday morning, March 4th.
The guests signed in at a table covered with a pink and white tablecloth.
Gracen opened and displayed her gifts assisted by her cousin, Madison Harper of Elaine. Madison is also Gracen's choice of matron-of-honor. The gifts were displayed on tables along the wall covered with white floor length tablecloths. Hostesses also assisted them.
Special guests included: Donna Felty, Gracen's mom, and Sherry Dale, Zach's mom, of DeValls Bluff, Gracen's grandmother, Doris Bonds, of
they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.
This notice first published on 15th day of March, 2023.
Carl Anderson 402 West Cleveland Street, Hazen, Arkansas 72064
ADMINISTRATOR
Prepared By:
C. Pierce Caviness, Bar No. 2020253 Campbell and Grooms P.O. Box 1123 Hazen, AR 72064 (501) 313-4967
Rita Farris read the minutes that were approved. The financial report was given by Rosetta Van Houten.
The treasurer read a note of appreciation from the Arkansas Methodist Children's home for the memorial for Eugene Miller.
The president said that
Morrilton, and Zach's grandmother, Nina Holloway, of Biscoe, and Gracen's stepmother, Sandy Felty of Hazen. Other special guests were Gracen's cousins: Tracie Vail, Sara McMullen, and Robin McMullen; Zach's great aunts, Barbara Hutchens, of Devalls Bluff, Brenda Nickolsen, Cabot and aunt, Tanya Biggers, of Cabot.
The serving table was covered with a white floor length cloth with a pink cloth in the center with a white lace overlay. The centerpiece was an arrangement of bridal wreath with pink roses and greenery in a
the list of Past presidents is nearly complete.
The State Convention will be in Little Rock in May.
The next meeting will be at 6:00 Thursday, March 30 at Murry's Restaurant, Hazen. Libby Hutson will be the lesson leader.
tall crystal vase. The guest tables were covered with white tablecloths with miniature arrangements of bridal wreath blossoms with pink rose petals surrounding the vases. The guests signed in at a table covered with a pink and white tablecloth.
Gracen opened and displayed her gifts assisted by her cousin, Madison Harper of Elaine. Madison is also Gracen's choice of matron-of-honor. The gifts were displayed on tables along the wall covered with white floor length tablecloths. Hostesses also assisted them.
City Wide Tire Cleanup
The City of Hazen will be conducting a city-wide cleanup for unwanted tires on Tuesday March 21, 2023 and Wednesday March 22, 2023. Please put your unwanted tires by the curb no later than Monday March 20th for pick up. Rims must be removed from the tires to be picked up. Your efforts to help us clean up this town are appreciated.
(This ad cost the City of Hazen $42.)
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Legal Notice
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF PRAIRIE COUNTY, ARKANSAS SOUTHERN DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA B. JOHNSTON, DECEASED CASE NO. 59SPR-23-6 NOTICE Last known address of decedent:
B. Johnston,
West Cleveland Street, Hazen, Arkansas
Date of Death: February 7, 2023. Let it be known that on February 28, 2023, a probate was opened for
Anna
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FOR THE ESTATE Gr ace n F elt y h o n o r e d w it h sh o w e r Gr a nd Pr ai r ie Qu ilt S ociet y m eet s
ATTORNEY
Everyone admires Lou Anna's originally designed quilt pattern.
On February 25, twelve of Des Arc’s eighth grade students competed in the Region 8 National History Day Competition at Harding University. This was the first time that DAHS students competed in the event, and they performed very well.
Emma Buckner and Layla Gardner placed first and Addison Gehring, Baylee
Thank You
We would like to thank the many people that showed us love and support during the loss of our family member. The cards, visits, food and flowers were very comforting and appreciated. Carrell will be missed but never forgot-
ten. The family of Carroll Evants, Shirley Evants, Darren and Stephanie Evants, Paula and Tim Fraley, Dylan and Brianna Evants, Dawson and Gracyn Fraley, Shelby and Sam Williams, Luke and Ellis Williams.
Master Gardeners learn about bulbs
Am er ic an L e gi on h as E ssa y C ontest
The Americanism Essay Contest information will be sent to the Hazen and Des Arc Schools. We are asking all teachers and parents to help students and children third through twelve grade to participate in this. It is a great learning experience for everyone.
By Chris Weems Prairie County Master Gardeners met at noon Tuesday at the Fair Grounds with nine members and a visitor atttending. Roxanne Bradow presided and gave a welcome. Sue Clayton gave the financial report.
Amanda Stark distributed the monthly newsletter, "Gardening on the Grand Prairie." Sherry Sanders, Extension Office in White County was guest speaker. She talked about plants that grow from bulbs or rhizomes. Examples of plants from bulbs are daffodils, jonquils and onions and the
iris is an example of the rhizome. The aboveground modified stems include crowms, stalons runners or spurs and the below ground stems include bulbs, corms, rhizomes and tubers.
All these plants need to be transplanted in the fall. They need their above ground foliage to grow at least six weeks before being mowed over to have a healthy plant for the next year.
The daffodil differs from the jonquil in that the daffodil plants produce one bloom per bulb and has no fragrance. Rhizomes are similar to stolon, but they grow underground. Irises
Arkansas Senate News
By Senator Ron Caldwell
LITTLE ROCK – As the legislative session enters its final weeks, activity is in high gear.
The highlight of the week was the final passage of the governor’s historic reform of Arkansas education. Dozens of other important measures were advanced out of committee and approved by the Senate and House of Representatives.
Both chambers approved HB 1419 to change the rules for citizens’ groups trying to place an issue on statewide ballots.
Currently, supporters of an initiative or proposed amendment must submit signatures from at least 15 counties. HB 1419 would require a minimum
number of signatures from 50 counties. Arkansas has 75 counties. The bill’s sponsors say it is too easy for wealthy special interests to get an issue on the ballot. Opponents question whether the bill is constitutional.
Senate Bill 199 was sent to the governor for signing. It would extend the period in which a person can sue a physician for malpractice for performing gender transformation procedures on a minor. Those procedures include surgery and hormone therapy.
People who have had the procedures could file a malpractice suit up to 15 years after they turn 18.
The Senate passed SB 270 to expand the definition of sexual indecency with a child to include adults who knowingly enter and remain in a bath-
room assigned to the opposite sex, if a minor is present. It does not apply to parents with their own children who are under the age of seven.
The House passed HB 1156 to require schools to designate all bathrooms and changing areas as exclusively for boys or girls. If a student is unwilling or unable to use the boys or girls bathrooms, the school must provide a reasonable accommodation, such as a single-use room.
The Senate approved SB 262 to remove the power of the state Board of Education to require consolidation or annexation of a school districts whose student population falls below 350.
Act 195 repeals a state law that required teenagers under the age of 16 to get an employ-
should not be planted in deep soil but need to have a little of the rhizome exposed. They overwinter here well if the soil is not "wet."
Lu Chamblee reported on the PalestineWheatkey Master Gardener Day. She said, "It was a day well spent. It was well attended with good speakers, good subjects and good food".
The PCMG plant sale will be May 6, at the Community Center and in the City Park just across the street. The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, April 4 at noon at the Fair Grounds.
ment certificate from the state Department of Labor as a condition for getting a job.
The House Committee on State Agencies and Governmental Affairs advanced HB 1513 to create an election integrity unit within the office of the state Attorney General.
The unit will work with the state Board of Election Commissioners and the Secretary of State. Its staff will track all violations of election and voter registration laws, and will oversee the hotline for reporting violations that is maintained by the Attorney General.
The House approved and a Senate committee advanced HB 1401 to cut from two years to one year the cumulative period that an able-bodied adult is eligible for welfare.
According to the bill’s sponsor, more than half of the recipients of cash welfare in Arkansas have received it for longer than 18 months. Technically, the cash assistance program is under the Department of Workforce Services and is called the Transitional Employment Assistance Program. HB 1401 would not affect children, people who cannot find work due to circumstances beyond their control, parents or caregivers over 60 and parents or caregivers with disabilities.
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Partain, Braylin Hudson, and Reagan Kittler placed second. Hayden Stuckey Placed third. Harley Latourrette and Alicia Lemoine placed first. They will advance to the state competition on April 22.
D A HS 8t h g raders part ici pate i n Nat i onal H i stor y Da y C o m pet i t i on
Hornets presented State Championship rings in ceremony
Congratulations to the 2022 Hazen Hornet State Champion Football Team who received their championship rings Tuesday night, March 7, in a ceremony held at Big K Fish Barn. Friends and family members made up the large crowd that attended.
A big thank you goes to Farmers and Merchants Bank for sponsoring the ring ceremony and to Big K’s Fish Barn for a great meal.
Those who donated to the purchasing of the rings included
Agheritage, Cadence Bank, Greenpoint Ag, Greenway Equipment, Hazen 1st United Methodist Church, Lennox Industries, Prairie Farmers Association, Producers Rice Mill, R&S Skarda Farms, Riceland Foods, Toll Farms, and Westbrook Funeral
Home. Individual donors were Charles & Pam Toss, Loy Sr & Debbie Kee, Johnny Raper, Dee Black, Vicki Skarda, Barbara Rogers, Byrum Kelly, Matthew & Haley Burkhammer, Jeff & Cherie Dulany, and Phillip & Janet Boothe. Several anonymous cash donations were also received. Championship medallions were presented to the HHS Cheerleading Squad and also to Nancy Chlapecka, who has filmed the Hornet games for many years.
Lady Eagles start season 2-1
By Mark Buffalo
Sports Editor
The Des Arc Lady Eagles softball team is 2-1 after the first three games of the season.
Des Arc lost to McCrory 1-0 in the season opener March 6. The Lady Eagles came back the next day to beat Bald knob 17-1. They beat Carlisle 5-4 on Friday in the 2A-6 conference opener at Bobby Glover Field.
Against Carlisle, Des Arc led 1-0 after the first inning. The Lady Eagles pushed their lead to 3-0 after four innings.
The Lady Bison got on the board with a single run in the bottom of the
fifth. They scored twice in the sixth to tie the score at 3-3.
After a scoreless seventh inning, Des Arc plated two runs in the top of the eighth. Kymber Buckner started the inning at second base. She scored when Kaylee McDonald hit a two-run homer to give the Lady Eagles a 5-3 lead.
Carlisle got a run in the bottom of the eighth. Laken Golden started at second base. She scored on a ground out by Anna Stovesand. McDonald scored three runs to lead the Lady Eagles. Also scoring were Buckner and Harleigh Holloway.
Golden, Jessa Wiles, Stovesand and Madison Goodman each scored runs for the Lady Bison. McDonald got the win for the Lady Eagles. She struck out 12 in eight innings of work. Maddie Castelberry picked up the loss. She allowed only one earned run while striking out 15 in eight innings of work.
In the win over Bald Knob, Grace Knight scored five runs for the Lady Eagles. Makenzie Williams and McDonald scored three runs each. Buckner scored twice. Also scoring were Gabi Berry, Holloway, Bella Flanagan and Terryana Daniels.
Lady Hornets drop game to PW
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Hazen Lady Hornets dropped their first game of the season last week, falling to Palestine-Wheatley 3-1. Hazen’s lone run came
in the top of the first. Lexi Dulany walked and scored on a double by Savannah Glover.
The score remained the same until the Lady Patriots scored three run in the bottom of the
fifth to lead 3-1. Hazen out-hit Palestine-Wheatley 5-3. Layton Rogers, Dulany, Glover, Jordyn Besancon and Allie Mooney each had hits for the Lady Hornets.
B ison B ase b all pic k u p t w o w ins
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor
The Carlisle Bison baseball team won its only two games last week, beating Barton 15-0 and Episcopal 5-4. Carlisle is now 4-2 on the season.
In the win over Barton, Carlisle scored five in the first, six in the second and four in the third to end the game after three innings.
Zach Busick scored three runs to lead the Bison. Holden Jones,
Jonathan Pickard and Dalton Ward each scored twice. Also scoring were Gabe Boyle, David Hayes, Hayden Ingle, Eli Roberts, Evan Webb and Joseph Cook. In the win over Episcopal, Carlisle scored a run in the bottom of the eighth to get the win at Rockefeller Park. The score was tied 4-4 after seven innings. Pickard walked to start the eighth. He went to second on a flout by
Busick then scored on a double by David Hayes.
The Wildcats led 3-0 after the top of the sixth. The Bison plated four runs in the bottom of the sixth to take a 43 lead. The Wildcats then scored a single run in the seventh to tie it up at 4-4. Hayes, Jones and Ward combined to strike out 16 Episcopal batters. Boyle, Pickard, Busick, Roberts and Cook each scored runs for the Bison.
HHS band attends Solo/Ensemble contest...
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(This ad was paid for by the Prairie County Clerk’s Office and Recording Fund in the amount of $388.50.)
Hazen Band students attended the District IV Solo and Ensemble Contest Cabot JHS. The students earned 5 Superior ratings, and 6 Excellent ratings! Pictured are: (L-R) Brooklyn Graham. Hunter, Fox, Ryan Turner, Anna Brown, Kylie Scruggs, Ryan Martin, Lonnie Grable, Rayna Hester, Destiny Martin, and Cheyenne Yarbrough. Their director is Johnna Creasey.
Notice is given that the City of Hazen will be accepting sealed bids for the sale of the following
equipment:
(1) 2020 Honda Four Trax Rancher 420 ES 4x4, 370 miles, 102.5 hours, 1.5 year warranty remaining.
Bidding starts at $8,000.00
(1) 28" Case Vibromax 110S asphalt roller, gasoline powered, not running. Bidding starts at $200.00
(1) 14 ft. tandem axle trailer, 65" wide, needs floor and tires, frame is straight.
Bidding starts at $400.00
(1) 2006 Yamaha Golf Cart, gasoline powered, not running. Bidding starts at $100.00
(1) wood L-shaped office desk with right side return. Bidding starts at $20.00
Equipment will be sold as is with no warranty or guarantee. All bids shall be priced per piece of equipment. Equipment may be
viewed upon request Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (closed 12 p.m.1 p.m. for lunch). To set up a viewing call 870255-4521 and ask for Trilby, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (closed 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. for lunch). The City of Hazen will ONLY accept signed, sealed bids dropped off at the City Hall Office at 111 N. Hazen Avenue, Hazen, Arkansas 72064. Bids will be received until 12 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023. Bids received after that date will not be accepted. The City of Hazen reserves the right to refuse any and all bids. Payment must be made to the city by 12 p.m., Monday, April 3, 2023 in the form of cash or a cashier’s check. All equipment MUST be picked up by 4 p.m.
Friday, April 7, 2023.
David Hardke, Mayor Chad Swaim, Director of Public Works
Trilby Shelman, Public Works Assistant
THE CITY OF DES ARC IS CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR A MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL FOR THE POSITION AS UTILITY FOREMAN/SUPERINTENDENT. THEY WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERSEEING THE UTILITY CREW IN CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND DAILY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AS ASSIGNED. THEY WILL REVIEW AND ASSIGN WORK ORDERS, COMPLETE REPORTS, ORDER SUPPLIES, AND KEEP INVENTORY. THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO CALL INCLUDING NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE, BE ABLE TO PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING,
HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF WATER DISTRIBUTION, OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT, WORK SAFETY, GENERAL MAINTENANCE, AND BASIC COMPUTER OPERATION. INDIVIDUAL MUST ALSO BE ABLE TO INSTRUCT AND LEAD WORK ACTIVITIES, PERFORM MANUAL LABOR OUTDOORS IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHER, AND LIFT A MINIMUM OF 80 LBS. THIS IS A FULLTIME SALARIED POSITION WITH RETIREMENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE BENEFITS. APPLICATIONS MAY BE PICKED UP AT CITY HALL AT 107 S 3RD STREET IN DES ARC. RESUMES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL CITY HALL AT 870256-4316.
THE CITY OF DES ARC IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING BIDS FOR MOWING THE WALKING TRAIL, PLAYGROUND & PARK, MOWING THE WATER TANKS & PUMPING STATIONS, AS WELL AS MOWING THE AMBULANCE BAY PROPERTY. SEALED BIDS MUST BE TURNED IN TO CITY HALL AT 107 S 3RD STREET IN DES ARC BY MARCH 21, 2023 AT 12:00 NOON. BIDS WILL BE OPENED AT THE COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 21, 2023 AT 6:00 PM. SPECS ARE AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL CITY HALL AT 870-256-4316.
The Des Arc Housing Authority will hold a public meeting to receive comments on its FY 2023 Public Housing Authority Agency Plan to be presented to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Des Arc Housing Authority will hold their public hearing at 505 South 2nd Street, Des Arc, AR 72040 at 10:00 A.M., March 30th ,2023.
A 45-day public review and comment period commences as of the date of this notice.
Written comments can be mailed or submitted in person to the Des Arc Housing Authority administrative office.
The Housing Authority Agency Plan identifies basic goals
and strategies over a five-year period as required by HUD Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. Said Agency Plan will be available for review and/or inspection by the public at the Des Arc Housing Authority Office during office hours.
The hearing location is accessible. Should you have any questions, need interpreter services, or other accommodations are needed, please contact 501-268-8547 fortyeight (48) hours in advance of the hearing so that arrangement can be made.
David Gates Executive Director
Page 5 - The Grand Prairie Herald - Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Free Ads for Free Stuff If you’re giving it away, we’ll give you an ad for free Call 2554538 Heating, Air Conditioning, Electrical Keith Knupp 501.516.8285 knuppinc@hotmail.com CDL DRIVERS NEEDED Local hauling. Home every night. Weekly pay. Call T J Pauschert Trucking at 870-552-9400. Des Arc Bank Teller Must possess excellent customer service skills, Good math skills, and ability to work 8:00 –5:00 Monday – Friday. Fulltime or part time position available Competitive salary Please send resume to: Bank Teller Attn: Human Resources P O Box 650 Newport AR 72112 EOE
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