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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Community Calendar of Events Hazen Senior Center opens daily from 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Tuesday November 14 Election Day Go Vote Thursday November 16 Hazen City Council meeting 6:00 p.m. City Hall Friday November 17 Carlisle Bison vs Hector Fred Hardke Field 7:00 p.m. Des Arc Eagles vs Bigelow Bigelow Field 7:00 p.m. Saturday November 18 Hazen Chamber of Commerce and Community Christmas Decorating 11:30 a.m. City Gazebo November 20-24 Local School Districts will be closed for Thanksgiving Holidays
DeValls Bluff Oakland Cemetery restoration... The Oakland Cemetery on Prairie Street in DeValls Bluff was recently given a facelift, with the fall cleaning and restoration of some of the old headstones that were in need of repair. The conservation effort was guided by the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program which provided the pictures so that the Herald could share them with you. More pictures of the project can be found on page 6 of this edition.
DVB Council approves hiring grant writing service By Lisa Mills The DVB City Council met on November 9 with Mayor Thelma G r a y , Recorder/Treasurer Darlene Conner, and Council Members Shirley Goff, Carol Griffin, Alice Metcalf, and Pam Del Giorno present. Fire Chief Glen Gladish asked the council to approve hiring a grant writing service to apply for grants for the Fire Department. The fee is $5,000 per year and allows for one free writing and writing others are half price. Gladish said the department needs to apply for a grant in January to replace the brush truck and that using this service will improve the chance of approval. Council Member Alice Metcalf asked Bookkeeper Leah Woodall if the city could not apply for the grant through Central Arkansas Planning. Woodall said that they do not do a lot of these type grants and don’t do this one. Metcalf asked Woodall if the money is available in the Fire Department Fund to which she replied, “yes,
they are quite a bit under budget.” A motion was approved to hire the service. Police Chief Jeremy Murphy reported that the dog shelter needs to be back up and running because stray dogs are becoming a huge issue. He said that the budget committee is working on a budget for the shelter for next year, but donations are being taken now. “Little Rock and Jacksonville Animal Services have offered donations of houses, food bowls, fans, blankets, and other items.” Goff asked Murphy about someone to take care of the dogs. Murphy said that is what is being discussed in the budget meetings because there is no need for a shelter if the city doesn’t hire a dog catcher. Mayor Thelma Gray reported that two ladies from Hazen had recently looked at the bank building that is for sale. Woodall stated that they were from the Prairie County Library Board. Gray said she hasn’t heard back from them yet, but they did seem very interested. Woodall reported that the council members
have received the 2022 audit report. The only finding is in the Fire Department fund where the former Fire Chief allegedly embezzled fundraising money and possibly misused the department’s credit card. She stated that all the information has been turned over to the
Prosecuting Attorney and charges have been filed. The auditor is aware the situation, she said. No action was necessary, as it is just required to be noted in the minutes that the council has received the report. Police Chief Murphy reported four arrests
and four traffic citations in October. Fire Chief reported that the old Excursion needs to be sold. A motion was approved to advertise to accept sealed bids. A building permit was approved for Nancy Roach on East Brinkley Street for a 16x12 building.
HIPPY learns about leaves
By Linda Strohl The Hazen HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) had their November Group Meeting at the Pavilion across from the Hazen Community Building on Monday, November 6, 2023, at 10:00 in the morning. Samantha McDonnel and Linda Strohl welcomed the families to the group meeting. Each child received a make a Scarecrow Stickers sheets and a bag for the leaf hunt. The sticker pages entertained the children while waiting for others to arrive. We
started about 10:10; the first activity was a leaf hunt. The children’s instruction were to find different kind of leaves. They also had to take their parent with them on the leaf hunt and to make sure to go slow so their parent could keep up. After the leaf hunt, they made several leaf rubs of the leaves they had found. Other leaf activities consisted of a leaf reef with a turkey in the center and giving a picture of a person hair made of leaves. Upon on leaving all the children received a goody bag, a storybook, and their own Leaf book
to color. The children who attended the group meeting were Innosence Jimmerson, Zander Moore, Kennedy Nall, Bryson Penn, Waylon Sooter, Roland Stallings, and Jacey Tipton. The next HIPPY Group Meeting will be December 18, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. the theme is going to be Grinchmas. HIPPY is still enrolling for the 2023 – 2024 school year. Contact us at Facebook.com/Hazen Hippy or call 501-7439247, 501-516-6224. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
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Skarda in regional tourney... Cache Skarda, a 3rd grade student at Hazen Elementary School, recently placed third at the Fall Regional Chess Tournament held at Wilbur Mills Coop.
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James Lynn Price James “Jimmy” Lynn Price, age 79, of Hazen, Arkansas passed away peacef ully with his family by his side on November 6, 2023, after a long battle with lymphoma. Jimmy was born in DeValls Bluff, Arkansas to James and Marie Price and graduated from DeValls Bluff High School in 1962. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Jimmy was a life-long farmer in Prairie Country. Farming was his life’s passion, and he respected the land and trusted that it would provide for his family. He worked every day, always finding something to do to stay busy. Before having a stroke in 2013, Jimmy enjoyed the horse races, duck and pheasant hunting, and fishing. Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, James Henry Price, and his sister, Barbara Schlenker. He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Linda McMullen Price of Hazen; his sons Jeff Price of Searcy and Kevin (Misti) Price of Maumelle; his grandchildren Jackson, Ethan, Saylor, Peyton, and Reese; and, his mother, Marie Price, and brother, Dennis (Barbara) Price, both of DeValls Bluff. Visitation was held Thursday, November 9 at 10:00AM at the
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Westbrook Funeral Home Chapel in Hazen, Arkansas, with services following at 11:00AM. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Danny Michael Shedd Danny M. Shedd, 86, of Searcy, passed away November 6, 2023 at home. He was born to Otto K. Shedd and Lillie B. Shedd on October 22, 1937 in the Ellawhite Addition of Uniontown, Alabama. Danny performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Arkansas at Monticello and obtained his master’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University. For over 40 years, Danny taught advanced mathematics courses to thousands of students in school districts across Arkansas before retiring from the Searcy School District. Danny was a member of the First Baptist Church in Searcy. Danny is preceded in death by his wife Eloise, his parents, and his siblings Lila Shedd, Peggy Shedd, H.D. Shedd, James Shedd, Betty Shedd Wyles and her husband, Edgar Wyles. Survivors include: his son David Shedd (Erin) of Columbus, Ohio; his daughters Becky Dunn (Brandon) of Shirley, Arkansas, and Mandy Marsh (Robbie) of Searcy, Arkansas; his sister Gloria Conway of Colorado Springs, Colorado; many grandchildren; and numerous relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Searcy High School Math Department, Searcy High School; 301 North Ella, Searcy, Arkansas 72143. Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, and services will be conducted the next morning at 10:00 a.m.
(Wednesday, November 15, 2023). Both visitation and the funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church at 105 S. Spring St. in Searcy, Arkansas. Interment will follow at Center Point Cemetery, 2997 W. Center Point Road in Hazen, Arkansas. All Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Searcy McEuen Funeral Home.
Glenn Edward Williams Glenn Edward Williams, 56, of Biscoe, Arkansas passed away November 7, 2023. Glenn was born on May 10, 1967 to Rex a n d Barbara Williams. He was an employee of Lennox in Stuttgart for 29 years, served on the Biscoe Fire Department for 32 years and served in the US Navy for 4 years. Glenn was preceded in death by his father, Rex Williams. Glenn is survived by his wife of 30 years, Kelly Williams; his children, Rebecca Anderson, Husband Cody, of Des Arc, Samuel Williams, wife Shelby, of Biscoe, Jacob Williams of Biscoe; one granddaughter Lilyanne Grace Anderson and three grandsons, Luke Everett Williams, Ellis Brooks Williams, and Beau Edward Williams; mother, Barbara Williams of Biscoe; one brother, John Williams, wife Sherry, of Biscoe; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation was held Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 5:00PM – 7:00PM at Westbrook Funeral Home in Hazen. Funeral Services were held Friday, November 10, 2023 at 2:00PM at Biscoe First Baptist Church, interment followed at Biscoe Cemetery with Military honors.
GFWC Elsie McCain has planning meeting By Chris Weems GFWC Elsie McCain Club held a "Planning for the Year" meeting Wednesday, November 8, at Nick's Catfish and Barbecue in Carlisle at noon.. This is the 78th year for the Club which was organized in June, 1945, and Federated in January, 1946. Chris Weems, president presided as members selected the date of their meeting. This being the second year of the GFWC biennial term, the officers are already elected and installed, Rita Farris, secretary reported on the Fall Board meeting. The state president, Jane Jackson, of Stuttgart, presided. She briefly gave the projects of the year. Each of the state department chairmen gave highlights for her area. Robiyn Stayton, vice president, reviewed some of the rules for the annual reports, which will be due in January. Just before lunch, the members were introduced to an exercise in painting on a small canvas. Members were given a few instructions on using the paints and brushes. They selected
their paints and proceeded with the project. The instructors showed them how to scrape the paint off the canvas and start over.The members showed their painting which they took home. After the painting session, a "sack lunch" was served. After lunch the group assembled and had a silent auction and a few items in a live auction, the proceeds going to state projects. Announcements were made and the meeting adjourned.
The Class of 1973 (Standing L – R): Becky Plafcan Johnson, Beth DeVorak Perry, Pam Hillyard Tipton, Terry Taylor, Lawana Lambert Shuck, Mark Meiner, Jackie Holmes, Glenn Carrell, Paul Betzner, Flip Foot, Vivian Curlett, Carolyn Minton VanHouten, Marvin Reid, Theresa Desmuke Percy, Jeffery Teague, Gwendolyn Mills Cooper, Shirley Reinhart, and Albert Perry. Seated L-R: Donna Losak Shaner, Pam Boothe Sweeden, Daphne Crowder Swint, Donna Perry Glaze, Denice Martin Greenwalt, Diane Ciganek Barker, Sandra Skarda Hardwicke, Scottie Pich Leslie, and Sherry Templeton Walters. (Photo by Steve Shaner.)
HHS classmates enjoy a walk down memory lane By Lawana Shuck On May 14, 1973, fiftyfour students walked across Hazen High School’s auditorium stage, shook hands with L.F. Seidenstricker school board president, and proudly accepted their diplomas from Superintendent Elbert Kizzia. On Friday, November 3, 2023, twenty-six of those students attended their 50th class reunion at Murry’s Restaurant. Classmates shared stories and laughs as though half a century had not passed. Twelve spouses joined in the fun or at least tolerated the frivolity. Other than spouses and dates, guests in attendance included Jeffery Teague who attended HHS with the class but moved before graduation and Carolyn Stallings along with daughter Cathy Byrd. Mrs. Carolyn Stallings was representing her son, Gary, a 1973 graduate, as he is living in Uruguay. Mrs. Stallings was also warmly greeted as the
teacher who started the educational journeys of several of those in attendance. She was a first grade teacher in the Hazen district for many years. The Hazen High alumni were also happy to see Mrs. Shirley Reinhart who was an English teacher, a senior high cheerleader sponsor, and along with Coach Tommy Louks a sponsor of the 1973 senior class. After a welcome by class president Glenn Carrell and the invocation by Terry Taylor, classmates took turns updating attendees on what has been occurring in their work and family lives as this group has not met together since their 1983 ten year reunion. Following the open mic session, classmates were treated to a video presentation, “A Walk Down Memory Lane”, which was created by Marvin Reid and which depicted the students’ academic years from 1st through 12th grade in the Hazen school system. Marvin also included a moving tribute to the 13 gradu-
ates who have passed on - Barbara Abston Mills, Phyllis Dunlap Mitchell, Terry Ingle, Kenneth Erwin, Chuck Haygood, Harold Jones, Ginny Carter Lewis, Johnny Martin, Jarvis Mosby, Bill Stocks, and Cathy VanHouten Nugent, Chucky Warren, and Donnie Wiggins. To complete the festivities, a purple and white cake was served and the final picture was taken. Classmates departed with new memories of old friends and a gift bag containing a purple cup - personalized with a Hornet logo and graduation year, an up-todate class directory, and directions on how have continued access to the Walk Down Memory Lane video. The reunion planning committee members were Marvin Reid, Pam Hillyard Tipton, Sherry Templeton Walters, Vivian Curlett and Lawana Lambert Shuck. They would like to thank Stanley Young and family for their gracious hospitality and their undeniably delicious food.
As we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving, we encourage Arkansans to take a moment to acknowledge the unsung heroes of this holiday season—our farmers. Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for the blessings in our lives, and the hardworking men and women who toil in the fields, day in and day out, deserve a special place in our hearts this season. Arkansas farmers are the ones responsible for growing the crops and raising the livestock that grace many of our tables. In fact, Arkansas ranks 3rd in the nation in turkeys raised. But that’s not the only popular Thanksgiving dish that may have started its journey on an Arkansas farm.
Arkansas is the 4th largest producer of sweet potatoes and our state ranks 6th in the nation in the acreage of pecans. In the last year, Arkansas farmers harvested more than 695,000 acres of corn. Arkansas currently ranks 11th in the nation in soybean production. Soybean oil is used to make hundreds of foods, including mayonnaise, peanut butter, and ranch dressing. From casseroles to rice pudding, another Arkansas crop makes its way to the Thanksgiving table every year. Arkansas ranks first among rice-producing states, accounting for more than 50 percent of U.S. rice production.
Agriculture is Arkansas’s largest industry, adding around $16 billion to our state’s economy every year. There are 49,346 farms statewide and 97 percent of Arkansas’ farms are family-owned. So, as you savor each bite of your Thanksgiving meal, remember to give thanks to the individuals who make this feast possible. Let's make this holiday a true celebration of gratitude, not only for the food on our plates but for the hands that nurture the land. You can help show your appreciation to our Arkansas farmers and food service workers by looking for the “Arkansas Grown” label at your local supermarket.
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Quilt Society holds November meeting By Marsha Heiens The Grand Prairie Quilt Society met November 8, 2023 at First Christian Church fellowship hall in Stuttgart for their Sit 'n Sew with four members present. The October minutes were read. The Thought for the Day was taken from "The Patchwork Quilt" by Carrie A. Hall: Of all the things a woman's hands have made, The quilt so lightly thrown cross her bed--The quilt that keeps her loved ones warm-Is woven of her love and dreams and thread. November Happy Birthday greetings were extended to Maeola, Happy Birthday, Maeola! A card was read from Arkansas Childrens Hospital announcing the Festival of Stars, a Toy and Donation Drive on Thursday, December 14 from 7:00am to 7:00pm at both the Little Rock
Jackie's mother's Rooster quilt and Springdale locations. "Did you know? Donated items support Arkansas Children's year-round in clinical care areas across the state, enhancing adaptive plans for children with autism, promoting infant development and fostering health coping strategies!" Members were reminded of the field trip to Batesville the next day. Those planning to go should meet at the
Best onstage conversation... Maci Sickel was the overall winner of the Best Onstage Conversation on Thursday evening, Oct 19 at the Arkansas Junior State Fair Queen Preliminary. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs. Mason Sickel of Hazen.
DAHS recycle project... The Des Arc High School Family and Consumer Science students have been working on Repurpose and Redesign projects. Anna Argiles (L) and Elena Fuentes (R) created this portrait of an Eagle using water bottle caps.
Hazen Cemetery Donations In Memory of: David Duch By Jerri Duch In Memory of Randy Booe By Jerri Duch In Memory of Leroy & Geraldine Booe By Jerri Duch In Memory of Joanna Parker By Vicki Stephens and
Sue Bryant In Memory of Jimmy Price By Jim and Susie Price Donations are greatly appreciated and may be mailed to: Hazen Cemetery P.O. Box 92 Hazen, Ar 72064
church at 8:30. Plans were finalized for the Xmas party on December 13 at the church at 10:00. Everyone should bring 5 small things for the Left/Right game, a dish to share for the potluck, along with plans for a great time of fellowship. Show and Share: Winnie and Sherrye admired Maeola's new pink and purple Minnie
Mouse quilt top pieces made up of half-square triangles. Winnie brought her table runner made from the Disappearing 4-patch pattern. She also had a lovely Wiggles and Giggles quilt. Marsha had her blue and green crocheted afghan in progress. Lou Anna and Winnie both brought several bags of fabric samples for the Treasure table. There were many Holiday themes among the pieces. Everyone enjoyed looking through them to find that special one. After the meeting we all enjoyed a delicious pizza lunch along with a great visit. The next meeting will be Xmas party on December 13 at 10:00 with a potluck, come join us.
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Bison shut out McCrory in first round of playoff By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Carlisle Bison knocked off McCrory 160 in the first round of the Class 2A state playoffs Friday night at Fred C. Hardke Field. With the win, the topranked Bison improve to 10-1 on the season and will host Hector in the quarterfinal round this Friday. In the win over McCrory, the Bison led 7-0 after one quarter
and 13-0 at halftime. Scoring touchdowns were Kayleb Elliott and Holden Jones. Jimmy Cham then kicked a field goal in the third quarter to make the score 16-0. “They were a really solid team,” Carlisle coach Gary Wilson said of the Jaguars. “They made us earn it. We knew it wouldn’t be easy. We got the film on them. They could have easily been a two seed. We’re just happy to get
the win.” Hector is coming off an upset win over Mineral Springs in the first round of the playoffs. Wilson said this will be another tough game. “They are going to be a little different than anybody we’ve seen,” Wilson said. “They throw the football well. They’ve got a good receiver. They’ve got a quarterback who is able to move around in the pocket. Their kids play hard too.”
Hornets fall to Marked Tree Eagles rally past Lions in first round of playoffs
to advance in playoffs By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor The Des Arc Eagles are moving to the quarterfinal round of the Class 2A state playoffs after beating England 40-14 on Friday night. With the win, the Eagles improve to 8-3 on the season. They will play undefeated Bigelow this Friday at Bigelow. In the win over England, Des Arc fell behind 14-0 midway through the first quarter. The Eagles trailed 14-8 at halftime.
They took the second half kickoff and scored, then took control of the game. Des Arc quarterback Cache Flanagan rushed for 214 yards and three touchdowns on 22 carries. He also scored a two-point conversion. Dayvion Bell had 105 yards rushing and a touchdown. He scored three two-point conversions. Bari Rockens scored a two-point conversion. Hayden Brown caught a 27-yard touchdown pass from Flanagan.
They jumped on us like they did Carlisle,” Des Arc coach Brandon Barbaree said of England. “The kids just made plays, and they didn’t panic. We just went with what we do.” Barbaree said Bigelow will be a challenge. “They are very fundamentally sound,” he said of the Panthers. “They don’t have an exotic, spread offense, but they do a good job of getting the ball out of the quarterback’s hands. They have some talent and some speed.”
HHS students attend STEM Fest... Hazen 10th and 11th grade students enjoyed their day at STEM Fest held at the Little Rock Air Force Base. Sponsors for the trip were Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Lisko.
Hazen High announces 2023 1st nine weeks Honor Roll Denotes All A’s* 7th Grade Addie Carroll*, Addyson Elliott, Mathew Essex, Xachary Geroge*, Matthew Gladish, Calle Gray, Kayleigh Linder, Nevaeh Metcalf, Kaiden Mills-Dixon, Elan Moore, Kami Perry* 8th Grade Kiera Anderson, Daniya Calahan, Reece Cash, Hunter Fox, Madison Graham*, Weston Hare*, Chloe Hinshaw, Emma Hollis, Avion Maxwell-Mertens, Rileigh McIntosh, Jacob Mills-Dixon, Jaylon Mullins, McKenzi Owens, Jeremy Paris, Taylor Reynolds, Bella Roberts, Paycen Seely, Kenedy Self, Emilee Sexton, John Simmons IV*, Tesla Van Houten, Paityn Watson 9th Grade Makynlee Anderson, Jaelynne Barnhill, Michael Bowman*, Sidney Bragg, Cayden Calvert, Ryleigh Cook*, Alyssa Douglass-Dodge, Isabelle Gray*, Rayna Hester*, Graylie Lawless, Hannah Linder, Destiny Martin*, Kiersten Shatzer, Bailey Sims, Luke Snider, Jalynn Thomas*, Alyssa Tiner, Skylar Walker, Kadence Weems*
10th Grade Peyton Anderson, Wesley Clifton, Sarah Douglas, Remington Fegley, Chase Heinmiller, Eli Kitchens, Peyton Kocourek, Ethan Lisko, Allyson Mooney, Gabrielle Morgan, Maddox Prine*, Sophie Raper, Maci Sickel*, Dylan Skarda*, Christopher Whiteside 11th Grade Mattison Alberson, Rileigh Barnhill*, Chloe Caldwell, Faith Duell, Karly Kinard*, Ryan Martin*, Makayla McCray*, Pol Gerard, Lonnie Grable, Jaci
Hackelton, Austin Kocourek, Dakota Randleas, Ethan Simmons, Owen Simmons, Kendall Sisemore*, Hunter Smith, Jameion Stigall. Eli Weems, Brance Williams 12th Grade Jordyn Besnacon, Kamryn Blackard*, Austyn Booth, Taylor Griffin*, Gage Heinmiller*, Colton Holloway*, Abby Hopkins*, Grayson Lott*, Hershel Minor*, Lilly Schulze*, Kaycie Seely, Aydin Self*, Brandon Vaughn*, Katelin Wallace.
By Mark Buffalo Sports Editor There will be a new Class 2A state champion this year. Hazen, the defending state champion, could not overcome its sluggishness in a 22-12 loss to Marked Tree in the first round of the Class 2A state playoffs Friday night at Hornet Field. With the loss, Hazen ends its season at 8-3. “We didn’t play very well,” Hazen coach Joe Besancon said. “Defensively, I thought we played well, but offensively, we just kinda got in a rut. We
had too many mistakes.”
On the first play from scrimmage, Hazen star running back Braylan Anderson injured an ankle and was a nonfactor in the game. “He hobbled all night,” Besancon said. “He was pretty much a non-factor. When you take a hit like that right off the bat then some miscues here and there, it’s hard to overcome.” Kolton Tosh led the Hornets with 112 yards rushing and a touchdown on 19 carries. He also caught three passes for 45 yards. Tosh led
the Hornets with 13 tackles. Josh Dawson scored the Hornets’ other touchdown. Besancon said losing in the first round is tough. “It’s been a struggle for us all year,” he said. “We constantly had to overcome an obstacle. First game of the year, we lose our best offensive and defensive lineman. Naturally, you’ve got your attitudes you’ve got to deal with. I had to remove one of our better athletes halfway through the year. It’s been a battle.” (Ruth Corley photo.)
Hazen School awarded grant for calming room The Hazen School District is excited to begin working on a new campus addition. The school was recently named among 75 schools in the state to receive $2,500 to construct and furnish a calming room, aimed at addressing the mental well-being of students. The funding is part of Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Take Good Care Calming Room initiative. According to state data, more than 14%, or 83,135 Arkansas children and teens, are dealing with anxiety and depression. Calming rooms are designed to
give students who are feeling stressed or anxious a quiet place to reflect and refocus so they can perform their best when they return to the classroom. Calming rooms often feature items such as: · Soft lighting · Tranquil colors · Comfortable furniture · Positive, inspirational messages · Journals, coloring books and other sensory objects “To mark Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s 75 anniversary this year, we wanted to do something that would make an impact on the health and well-being of
young people in our state,” said Arkansas Blue Cross President and CEO Curtis Barnett. “What better way than to help 75 schools provide a safe space where their students can decompress and learn healthy coping skills that will last them a lifetime.” In conjunction with its 75th anniversary, Arkansas Blue Cross has also trained nearly 900 people in communities across Arkansas in Mental Health First Aid, surpassing its goal of 750. Construction of the calming room will be completed by May 2024.
DAHS EAST photographers... Jayda Renfro and Jurnee Washington attended a photography training at EAST Initiative in Little Rock!! Both are aspiring photographers and plan on using and growing these skills back home!
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VIN#1FTNW21F43EA41144 To Whom it May Concern. A 2003 Ford F250, Blue. The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on October 13, 2023 per request of the Police Department and was towed to storage lot of 801 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $250.00. The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $130.00 for the processing of the lien, the processing of a stolen vehicle report by our Police Department and the processing of certified letters sent to the owner and lien holder (if any) via mail. The above mounts do not reflect the 11% tax that is due upon releasing the vehicle. Tower storage & administrative costs are accuring daily as legal lia-
bility of the owner, Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority lien on the said vehicle and its contents 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 within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and the lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, Monday-Friday 8am5pm, and provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges. Please contact us immediately at 870-255-3305 if you wish to pick up the abovementioned vehicle. Rick Wiggins, Owner Rick’s Automotive and Wrecker Service.
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VIN#2GCEC19W32120 0355 To Whom it May Concern. A Chevy 1500 Extend Cab 2024 The above mentioned vehicle was towed to our lot on October 21, 2023 per request of the Police Department and was towed to storage lot of 801 Highway 70 West in Hazen. The initial fee due is $150.00. The storage fee due is $50.00 per day and continues to accumulate daily. The administrative fees due are $130.00 for the processing of the lien, the processing of a stolen vehicle report by our Police Department and the processing of certified letters sent to the owner and lien holder (if any) via mail. The above mounts do not reflect the 11% tax that is due upon releasing the vehicle. Tower storage & administrative costs are accuring daily as legal
liability of the owner, Rick’s Automotive & Wrecker Service claims first priority lien on the said vehicle and its contents 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 within 45 days and constitutes a waiver by the owner and the lien holder of all right, title, and interest in the vehicle. To take possession of this vehicle, you must appear during normal business hours, MondayFriday 8am-5pm, and provide proof of ownership and pay all associated charges. Please contact us immediately at 870-2553305 if you wish to pick up the above-mentioned vehicle. Rick Wiggins, Owner Rick’s Automotive and Wrecker Service.
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AR Historic Preservation workshop at Oakland Cemetery Oakland Cemetery in DeValls Bluff was the object of a conservation workshop sponsored by the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program held on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The program was held at the cemetery which is located at E. Brinkley and Waldon Streets from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023. The free workshop taught those in attendance the basics of cemetery conservation, covering common concerns in the preservation and maintenance of cemeteries. The training was led by Jonathan
Appell of Atlas Preservation. Appell began his career in cemetery restoration in 1986 as a monument installer. Attendees were encouraged to participate in cleaning, making basic repairs, and in the leveling and straightening of the gravestones. About Jonathan Appell Jonathan Appell of Atlas Preservation Special thanks go to Bruce and Brenda King, the Oakland Cemetery Committee, who provided the opportunity for the participants and the information for this article.
Miss Merry Christmas Pageant held in Des Arc
The Miss Merry Christmas Pageant was held in conjunction with the “Christmas on the River” events held on Saturday, November 4. The winners are pictured above from left to right. 1. Photogenic - Marilyn McAnally, 2nd runner
up & people's choice: Lorelai Gardener, 1st runner up & photogenic: Matily McAnally, Deb Miss Merry Christmas: Piper Skarda. 2. People’s Choice-Layla Gardener, 2nd runner up & Photogenic: Lilly Hinson, 1st Runner Up: Emma Buckner, Teen
Miss Merry ChristmasKaitlyn Barbee. 3. 2nd Runner Up-: Stelina Fisher, 1st Runner Up: Cara Hollingshead, Ms. Merry Christmas, people's choice, photogenic: Shawna Parnell. 4. People’s choice & photogenic Whembley
Bell, 2nd Runner Up: Zella Luck, 1st Runner Up: Presley Cook, Baby Miss Merry Christmas-: Laekyn Seidenschwarz. 5. 2nd Runner Up: Ellison McAnally, 1st Runner Up: Abbie Payne, Petite Miss Merry Christmas, people's choice & photogen-
ic: Lamry Hooks. 6. 1st Runner Up: Callie Baxter, Miss Merry Christmas, Photogenic & people's choice: Abby Richardson. 7. 2nd Runner Up & people's choice: Aubrey Cox, 1st Runner Up: Makenna Greenwalt, Tiny Miss Merry
Christmas & photogenic: Azlee Weaver. 8. 2nd Runner Up: Emersyn Loyd, 1st Runner Up, people's choice & photogenic: Averie Jane Anderson, Toddler Miss Merry Christmas: Kendall Ann Calhoun. (Lisa Mills photos.)