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Quorum Court Approves Sheriff’s Plan to Seek 1-Cent Sales Tax for New Jail
BY LEANN DILBECK Polk County’s Quorum Court approved by a vote of 11-0 Polk County Sheriff Mike Godfrey’s plan to seek a 1-cent sales tax to construct a new county jail following a recommendation from JP Basil Kesterson on behalf of the Jail Committee. The committee had met July 1 and was given a tour of the facility. The approval of such a tax must ultimately be decided by Polk County voters. Godfrey gave a step-by-step presentation during last week’s standing room only meeting that included the lengthy list that remains to be accomplished prior to voters ultimately making the final decision on their ballot. Godfrey said he doubts that they will have it prepared in time to be on the November ballot, at which time the JPs will then have to decide whether to wait until November 2015 or to have a special county-wide election. A “money-pit” was how Godfrey explained the current 34-year old jail that no longer meets state requireCONTINUED ON PAGE 4
Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.– The 2014 Sales Tax Holiday is this Saturday and Sunday, August 2-3. According to the Department of Finance Administration, the sales taxfree holiday begins Sat., Aug. 2 at 12:01 a.m. and end Sun., Aug. 3 at 11:59 p.m. SEE OUR SALES TAX HOLIDAY SPECIAL SECTION, PAGES 14-15.
Dangerous Vandervoort Intersection Receives Improvements
BY MELANIE BUCK Over the last year the entrance and a short portion of Polk 17, at the Vandervoort junction, has had a tremendous makeover. This location is near the new Cossatot River High School and this portion of Polk 17 is used for the back entrance to the school. It also is heavily used by large trucks that frequent Provence Recycling. There had always been a problem CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
The Long Trail Home BY MELANIE BUCK On a journey to bring awareness to suicidal veterans, Matthew Littrell and friend Raymond Avery, are expected to pass through Mena on Saturday as part of their cross country trip on horseback. Both from Elbert, Colorado, they began their journey at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on May 1 and will end the ride at Camp Pendleton, California. They expect the journey to last until December or maybe even as far away as January. Littrell, a former Marine Infantryman, wants to bring awareness to suicidal veterans and let them know that they are not alone. “There are 22 veterans a day committing suicide, every single day. There’s only 22 states out of the union that report veteran suicides, not including Texas or California so we can assume that the number is much higher than that, around 50 to 70,” stated Littrell. The idea for his long journey began in January 2013 when Littrell himself came dangerously close to taking his own life. “I spent a long night looking at a pistol on the table in front of me, didn’t do it. I called up the VA Crisis Line that night just to talk to somebody and the person I got on the other end of the line just didn’t CONTINUED ON PAGE 6
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for trucks and trailers exiting onto 17 from US Highway 71, when there was stopped traffic waiting to get on the highway. There just wasn’t enough room to swing in and keep the trailers on the roadway. With the addition of school traffic, which also brought inexperienced drivers to the intersection, the problem had to be dealt with. The Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department (AHTD) requires a permit to improve or work in their right of ways (ROW). To obtain a permit, engineered drawings must be submitted and other criteria must be met. One such requirement was that any widening of the portion of 17, that was in the AHTD’s ROW, must perfectly align with State Highway 246. This caused a problem for the county because any widening of Polk 17 would need to be within the county’s right of way and the proposed location for alignment was beyond the limits of county authority. In an effort to assist, the Cossatot River School Board purchased a strip of land needed to perfectly align Polk 17 and State Highway 246. Now that the needed property was available, existing utilities had to be relocated. Telephone and electrical facilities were moved by their respective owners. The Polk County Road Department assisted the local water company to re-bury and fortify the water line. New drainage pipes were installed and extended. The Polk County road crew then elevated and widened the road to three lanes at the intersection of US 71. The road was elevated by as much as 3 feet to improve drainage and to increase visibility as motorists approach the highway. The surface was improved with a three inch layer of hot mix asphalt. The project was concluded with the appropriate striping and lane designation. “We spent a lot of time and money on a short piece of road, but, buses and students are very vulnerable at that intersection. I believe our efforts were worth it because this completed project has made this dangerous intersection safer,” stated Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison.
Live Music Coming to the BRANDING IRON
[MENA, Ark.] Beginning Thursday, July 31, The Branding Iron Steakhouse and BBQ at 623 Sherwood Avenue, in Mena, will begin a Thursday Night Music Series. The country duo, Gatling and Hoffpauir, from Austin, Texas, will perform from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. “We have been thinking about bringing music to the Branding Iron for some time," commented Crystal Veryken, who, with her husband, Greg, own The Branding Iron, as well as the new Paisano's Italian restaurant, south of town. “Our restaurant is spacious and has a perfect spot for music just inside the main dining area across the room from the beverage serving location. We believe that Mena is a great spot for music, and that Gatling and Hoffpauir, with their Texas, country style will be a great source of entertainment for people who come to the Branding Iron to dine,” she went on to say. Gatling and Hoffpauir are Connie Gatling and David Hoffpauir, husband and wife, who recently moved to this area from Austin, where they have performed both singly and together, for more than 20 years. Both are guitarists and singers, though Connie is the lead singer, and David the lead guitarist. They have produced numerous CDs and currently perform regularly around Oklahoma. To begin with, they will be the "house band," performing every Thursday. Other bands may be added to The Branding Iron Thursday Night Music Series, as time goes by. In addition to music from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, Thursdays at The Branding Iron are also what is known as "Crab Night." The restaurant features both very popular all-crab and crab-and-steak dinners at a great price. For more information or reservations, which are not required, call (479) 437-3240.
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Locals Cast in Jurassic World
BY MELANIE BUCK Three Mena residents got the opportunity of a lifetime when they were called to be cast in the fourth installment of the popular Jurassic Park movie series, Jurassic World, set to be released in June 2015. Floyd Knight, who is pursuing an acting career, was initially cast to be an extra in the movie that is being filmed in New Orleans, Louisiana. “This is something I’ve wanted to do since I was four. I went to college on a theater scholarship, I went to the Hollywood Film Institute,” said Knight. He added, “It’s something I’ve been chasing for a while.” Knight has always been a fan of the Jurassic Park movies and had been keeping track of when and where the new film would be made. When casting agents realized he was driving so far, they asked if he could bring some friends to be extras as well. He incorporated his sister Linda Marschall, a stay at home mom, and their niece Katie Lance, a bank teller at First National Bank who also models in Dallas. Being no strangers to TV, the trio quickly jumped at the chance to work on set. The three come from a family of pro-wrestlers who had their own show, SWA (Southwest Wrestling Alliance), in the early and mid 1990’s. Knight and Marschall both wrestled in their younger years and grew up around families such as the Von Erich family who are some of the most well known wrestlers of the past.
Jurassic World is being directed by Colin Trevorrow and stars actors Chris Pratt and Judy Greer. Not much is being given away about the plot of the movie other than the official opening of Jurassic Park to the public. Knight was able to share with The Pulse what scene the three shot but said he’s not sure whether that needs to be published, no spoilers. However, they all said it was a lot of fun and none can wait to go back for another film. “The crew was excellent and the cast was fun to work with. I’ve never had so much fun in my life,” stated Knight. Lance said, “It’s neat to see in the end how it all comes together from something so small.” Marschall added, “It was awesome! Really cool to be there to see how it works, and the experience. Very enlightening! I can’t wait to go back and do it again.” Knight and Lance have already received the call for that opportunity. Both are set to begin filming on August 9 in Shreveport for CMT’s ‘My Big Redneck Family.’
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BY MELANIE BUCK A Wickes man was arrested on Monday, July 21, after officers received several calls of a motorist losing large pieces of scrap metal from the trailer he was hauling behind his pick-up truck along Hwy. 278 east of Wickes. Gerald Watkins, 37, was traveling along Hwy. 278 when Cossatot River State Park Ranger Will Strain located and apprehended him until Polk County Sheriff’s Deputies could respond. Watkins was then transported to the Polk County Detention Center. Watkins is charged with a total of 8 misdemeanors including: DWI, Speeding, Following Too Close, Careless and Prohibited Driving, Driving Left of Center, No Seatbelt, Refusal to Submit to Arrest, and Littering. Watkins was able to post his $2,138 bond on Thursday evening and will be required to make an appearance in court on September 12 for arraignment.
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ments as he outlined the number of items that are not in compliance ranging from inmate over-population, no exercise yard, segregation of inmates, etc. that all mean a “shut-down is inevitable,” Godfrey told JPs. The Sheriff said an inspection is due this Fall. JP Ben Finley inquired if the Quorum Court was in the process of pursuing a new jail, if that could deter the state from closing the facility. Godfrey said that he had seen that in another Arkansas county and because construction was underway, the state granted them a grace period. Godfrey noted that if a closure of the Polk County facility occurred, based on the current inmate population, it would cost $45,000 per month to outsource inmates to other counties, not including transportation costs for court appearances. Godfrey shared with JPs a resolution that was approved by the Mena City Council, showing their support, and donation of 6+/- acres in the Industrial Park for construction of a new jail. The property is located on a wooded lot between Brooks Ice Co. and Healthy Connections, Inc. Godfrey said that location was ideal and would remove inmates from a residential area. He said the donation by the City of Mena easily saved the County at least $500,000. Godfrey explained that they would continue to work in partnership with the Mena Police Department but their offices would remain in the annex adjacent to the Courthouse where they are currently housed. Godfrey proposed a new 100-bed pod system design that would also include the Sheriff’s Office ... the City of as well as dispatch, a small courtroom suitable for Mena easily saved hearings, infirmary, and a 309 Depository. The 309 Depository would be a possible reimbursable prothe County at least gram from the State of trustees that are not from the $500,000.” area and he suspects would improve turn-over. With the Quorum Courts approval to move forward, the County will defer to Western Arkansas Planning & Development (WAPD) who will prepare the Request for Qualifications advertisement to secure possible builders. Once they have identified the top candidate, WAPD will present to the Quorum Court for approval. Once approved, the builder will come to Mena to do a site-study. The site-study will cost the County approximately $16,000. Once the sitestudy is completed, the County will then know the exact cost of construction and can move forward having an attorney draft the ordinance that will ultimately appear on the ballot. Based on the current tax base, a 1-cent sales tax would yield approximately $2.2 million of which Godfrey is requesting 3/4-of-a-cent be allocated for jail construction and the remaining 1/4-of-a-cent budgeted for jail maintenance and operation. Godfrey said the 3/4-of-a-cent tax would dissolve once the jail was paid for but said, ideally, the 1/4-of-a-cent would remain and be budgeted strictly for ‘jail maintenance and operation.’ The Quorum Court’s action continues to move the County forward in their pursuit of a new jail, and according to Godfrey, construction costs are continually rising so time is of the essence with a looming jail closure inevitable.
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[FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.] The City of Mena will host the University of Arkansas (UA) Municipal Clerk’s Institute District 4 Summer Workshop from August 7-8 at Rich Mountain Community College (RMCC) in Mena, according to Linda Rexroad, Mena’s City Clerk/Treasurer and District 4 Director who is planning the event. Approximately 30 people are expected to attend the continuing education workshop at the new Ouachita Center on the RMCC campus. An Executive Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday morning, and four speakers are scheduled to make workshop presentations on Friday. Speakers include Tom Bonkofsky, Office Manager of the Dept. of Workforce Services in Mena, Tracy McKenna, Director of Community Development for the Western Arkansas Planning and Development District, Jody Carreiro, Actuary with Osborn, Carreiro & Associates and David Coles, Field Audit Supervisor, IT Division of Legislative Audit. Participants plan to attend the opening night of the Polk County Rodeo after dinner on Thursday evening. “We are appreciative that many Mena area businesses will be contributing products and services for this event,” said Rexroad. “This is an opportunity to showcase our beautiful city in the heart of the Ouachitas, and I anticipate many will come back with their families to visit in the future,” she said. The shared goal of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), Arkansas City Clerks, Recorders, Treasurers Association (ACCRTA) and the UA Municipal Clerks Institute is to provide relevant, timely educational opportunities to municipal clerks, recorders and treasurers. Quarterly workshops assist municipal clerks as they endeavor to accrue credit hours to become certified at the national and/or state levels, and advance the profession as a whole. Attendees who participate in the workshop will earn six hours of credit toward certification as an IIMC Certified Municipal Clerk and/or Arkansas Certified Municipal Clerk. The workshop gives them an opportunity to network with other clerks for their area and across the state, discover new places within Arkansas, and gain valuable knowledge and skill related to their position.
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Residents Continuing Clean-Up Following Storm Packing Strong Winds
BY MELANIE BUCK Toppled trees and debris littered yards and roadways last Thursday morning after a storm with high winds wreaked havoc on Polk County Wednesday evening. Reports of trees being uprooted, roofs torn off, and roads being blocked began pouring in early Thursday, July 24, as home and landowners began assessing the damage. Nita Krebbs, of Hatfield, had several broken limbs and uprooted trees on her property, some of which were oaks that were 100-years old. One old oak had a large limb break and missed her mobile home by mere inches. “The Lord was truly watching out for us,” stated Krebbs. The County was able to clear the roadway at the end of her driveway, which was blocked by yet another old oak. Half of the roof was torn off of Barbara Szymanski’s hilltop home outside of Cove. “I’ve been needing a new roof for a while, just trying to save money for it, now I really need one,” said Szymanski. No injuries were reported to be caused by the storm that left as quickly as it arrived in this unusual summer weather that Polk County has experienced. Additional storm photos available at MyPulseNews.com.
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The Long Trail Home
care, somebody just reading a script. I woke up a few days later and just knew I was doing this. I never came up with the idea for this ride, it was never a question of what am I going to do to help, This ride was meant to happen and somehow, someway, the ride
picked me.” About a month before the trip, longtime friend of Littrell’s father Raymond Avery, asked if he could join the venture. Littrell didn’t want Avery to feel obligated to come to which Avery replied, “this is one of the biggest things I’ve ever heard of anybody doing and I want to come.” Littrell stated, “I looked at him and said well, I guess there’s only one thing left to say…’Woodrow, you wanna go to Montana?’” Traveling on with a mustang and three quarter horses, they only ride about 15-20 miles per day. Littrell chose to ride a mustang because they have to fight everyday in the wild to survive, like a soldier. “They have a hard edge to them and that’s what it takes to get across the country. They are rough and edgy like me,” stated Littrell. Every place they’ve been and every act of kindness they’ve received “is not for us, it’s for the guys that are suffering. Everyone who has seen us and brought us a cold drink of water during the heat of the day, or put us up, we want them (veterans) to see that those people are not doing it for us, they are doing it for the veterans.” They want them to know that they are not alone, that people do remember them, that they are not forgotten. Through their Facebook page The Long Trail Home, the veterans they
ride for are seeing those good things happen. “We’re still fighting for them,” said Littrell. “We can raise all the money in the world but money is meaningless without meaning behind it. These guys are seeing that people still care and that’s the point of all of this.” The name of the journey has significant meaning to Littrell, “I call it the Long Trail Home because these guys that are coming back home from overseas are physical back home, but we’re not, we’re still fighting. It’s a long, arduous, hard, gut-wrenching journey to get back home.” His journey here reflects that same long, hard road. The destination point, Camp Pendleton, California was Littrell’s home military base, when he wasn’t on one of his two tours to Iraq. So in a sense, he’s heading home. Sometimes having no place to stay, Littrell and Avery have slept next to the road and in fields along the way and eating only peanuts for dinner. Such was the case on July 4 when they stopped to stay in a field and were later surprised when a man pulled up to bring them BBQ and cold beer. “They weren’t going to let us not have a decent meal on the 4th of July,” smiled Littrell. “It was incredibly touching. It was a reminder that we’re not overseas, we’re back home. That guy will never know what that meant to me.” When asked if he felt the journey has helped others, Littrell replied, “Absolutely! I’ve gotten 4 messages on our Facebook page from guys that said they thought they were completely forgotten, that they were all alone and about to pull the trigger. But after seeing what these people do for us and all the words of encouragement on the page, they didn’t do it.”
Education Station Sells to PCDC
BY LEANN DILBECK After providing daycare and pre-school services since 1996, Ray and Linda Willard, owners of Mena’s Education Station, have announced its closure. The couple explained that they have sold the business and property to PCDC and it is their understanding that it will be incorporated into the Jump Start Daycare program. “It’s hard to find the words,” began Linda. “We have so much gratitude to this outstanding community and feel privileged to have been trusted to care for their children… We feel like a part of so many families.” Linda continued to say that the parents of this community are stellar in their devotion and love they have for their children. “It’s touched us in so many ways.” PCDC could not make comment on the purchase or their future plans for property. Thursday will be the final day for Education Station. The Willards plan to, at this time, remain in Mena.
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Polk County has come together to make sure these gentlemen feel welcome. Staying at the Johnsons’ in Pine Ridge Thursday night, Friday night were spent in the hospitable company of Juliann Boyd of the Yocana community who took them into town for a good meal and a haircut. With a good place for their horses and a nice bed for themselves, the pair enjoyed good company, good food, and good music. Traveling through town on Sunday, the two caused a stir at Skyline Café when they stopped for lunch and met several locals. After traveling west on Highway 8, Littrell and Avery found sanctuary at the home of Jeff Jones. From there, they were transported to Talihina to attend a barrel racing event that was held in their honor and raised over $700 for the Semper Fi Fund. Coming back to Jones’ late Sunday the pair got a short rest before heading out early Monday morning and leaving Arkansas, and the people they met, changed forever. “We loved Mena, it was really great to us. Everybody there was so welcoming and you guys have our gratitude,” stated Littrell. Their journey will resume early each morning as they head west. They still have many miles to go, but neither Littrell or Avery are averted, as Littrell relayed, “It is absolutely the honor of my life to do this ride.” If you would like to support Littrell’s cause, you can donate to Semper Fi using the on link The Long Trail Home Facebook page or by going to http://fundraising.semperfifund.org/fundraise?fcid=249300.
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New Mena Basketball Coach, Aaron O’Brien, Discusses Plans for Upcoming Season
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Saturday's festival on July 26 was a hit featuring the Buddy Jewell Trio singing originals, country and gospel favorites. George O'Daniel led the presentation of the Fallen and Standing Heroes tribute, which was instituted by festival promoters Orville and Cheryl Murphy and will always be a part of the music festival. This year's honors went to Fallen Heroes Herbert A. Littleton and Captain Chris Dunaway son of Linda and Larry Dunaway of Ink, on the 20th anniversary of his passing, with Standing Hero honor recognizing John McGuire of Mena.
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BY MELANIE BUCK New Mena High School Senior Boys Basketball Coach Aaron O’Brien has his formula for success well mapped and intends to build the program to exceed all expectations. Hard work and dedication seem to be the key ingredients. O’Brien attributes his reason for coaching to Jack Bridges, his own high school coach at Lakeside High. “Just the way he dealt with kids, and with me, he took me under his wing and it manifested from that,” said O’Brien. His senior year was spent at Lake Hamilton with Coach Richard Payton, “one game he was wrapping my ankle and he said, you know Aaron, you should think about coaching…and I love it.” Over the last 19 years, O’Brien has worked as head coach at Shirley High School for three years, five years as assistant coach at Fountain Lake, and the past eleven years as head coach at Brinkley, where he also coached senior high girls. “My favorite group to coach is grades 7-12, they just love the game,” O’Brien stated. If you work a group all the way through 7-12, by the time they’re seniors, you just kind of direct, because they’ve learned your system. Kids are sponges…you just have to keep them focused.” O’Brien is no stranger to the play-offs, taking Fountain Lake to the quarter-finals once and Brinkley hit the quarter-finals and the semis. In addition to being head of boys’ basketball, O’Brien will also coach tennis and teach Civics and Economics at MHS. When asked about his plans for the upcoming season, O’Brien stated, “We’re going to utilize the weight room quite a bit this year. I coach and teach a more aggressive style of basketball, both offensively and defensively and hopefully the personnel matches the style so that’s what we’re working on now. That’s my goal for this year, is to incorporate what I want done and get the most out of it, it’s a building process.” He added, “We have quite a bit of skill work left to do. These boys are hungry and are working hard and have good attitudes. They work really hard and are doing everything I ask them to. That’s all I can ask for right now.” O’Brien realizes they are up against tough competition this year but is ready to meet the challenge. “The conference we’re going to be in is really tough. But the thing is that they can only put five boys on the court at one time. We just have to outwork them, and outsmart them, and outplay them.”
Meeting God in the Way - 1
A continued story, adapted from the book, The Marked Bible by Charles L. Taylor (#23)
What’s Happened: Mrs. Gregory, becomes convinced of the Sabbath truth after studying with Mr. Anderson and Harold Wilson, who had rescued her after she fell overboard. “Husband,” said Mrs. Gregory, when they were alone in the seclusion of their cabin, “what are you going to do about this truth of the Sabbath?” A rap announced a short call from Mr. Spaulding. “Brother Spaulding, I am so glad you came in,” said Mrs. Gregory, “for my husband and I have just been talking about a matter of personal duty, and I want to take you into our confidence.” Mr. Spaulding glanced about the stateroom somewhat nervously, instinctively detecting that the matter of personal duty was one which, above all others, he would at this time avoid. His distress was apparent, particularly when he saw lying near, Harold Wilson’s Bible, which in the young man’s haste had been left behind. “Perhaps you have not long to stay with us,” continued Mrs. Gregory, “so I will come at once to my point. You see, Brother Spaulding, my husband and I have been taken through the valley of the shadow; and as I consider all the circumstances, I am profoundly convinced that it was to teach me to be willing to bear my cross as the Lord Jesus would have me. I have been bitterly opposed to the idea of observing the true Sabbath of the Lord, although ever since I was a child, I have heard something ever telling me that Sunday is not the Christian’s day of rest. Yesterday that bitterness nearly cost me my life, and only the heroic act of a Sabbath keeper saved me. However, I have come to see what God wants me to do, and I mean to do it. “My husband, too, is convinced that the things spoken yesterday are truth which calls for surrender on our part. My question is: Do you not think we should both come out at once and openly take our stand in favor of the Sabbath? You are an ambassador for Christ, and I want you to give me your sincerest thought.” Little did the good woman know that the day before, at the very time she was precipitated into the sea, Mr. Spaulding was seeking to persuade her husband that Harold Wilson was a menace to the Christian belief of a vast majority of the pas-
sengers, and that Mr. Anderson was one who should be shunned by both ministers and people. “Mrs. Gregory, you have placed me in an exceedingly trying position, yet you have done so unwittingly. You may not be aware that I have been strongly opposed to the seventh-day Sabbath idea, and have regarded it as a delusion, something that was calculated to hinder the progress of the gospel in this time of great world evangelism. But to be perfectly frank, I will say that it is everyone's privilege and duty to obey his conscience.” “Brother Spaulding,” queried Mr. Gregory, “do you feel absolutely confident that you are right in the positions you have taken regarding the Sabbath? For instance, are you ready to stake your salvation on the thought that the Sabbath is not to be kept, because the law is abolished? Really, didn't Jesus honor the Ten Commandments, and die to satisfy their claims? Does not the story of Calvary show that the law of the new covenant, the law written in the heart, is the law proclaimed from Sinai? Before God, tell me. Let us be honest with our own hearts.” “Well, Brother Gregory, I don't know how to analyze my position. When I read such Scriptures as Matthew 5:17, 18; Romans 3:31; 8:3, 4; James 2:8-12; Matthew 19:17, and other like passages, there does flit through my mind a bit of doubt. No, I cannot truly say I am absolutely confident.” “Another question then,” continued Mr. Gregory, “Ought we not to regard the example and teaching of Jesus as vital?” “Yes, I believe we ought.” Mr. Spaulding began to relax, and speak freely. “Well, that is my opinion too,” continued Mr. Gregory, “and for a long time, I have had in mind that if I would yield my pride, and freely follow the Saviour's plan, I would be a Sabbath keeper. He certainly was, yet not as a Jew; Jesus was the Universal Man, and therefore His Sabbath keeping was of universal import. He is my example, and I see no way to escape the conclusion that I should do as He did.
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July 30, 2014
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RMCC Announces Ouachita Center Legacy Campaign
[MENA, Ark.] The new Ouachita Center, a 13,000+ sq. ft. state of the art conference/community center located on the main campus of Rich Mountain Community College, is scheduled to open in August 2014, and the public is being given the distinct opportunity to be a part of this momentous occasion through the Ouachita Center Legacy Campaign. Rich Mountain Community College is committed to meeting the needs of the Ouachita Mountain residents and adjacent Oklahoma counties. The new Ouachita Center will be the premier place for bringing people together to share meaningful experiences such as: social and educational events, banquets, business and community events, wedding receptions, just to name a few. “Our commitment is to organizations, schools, businesses, and the community to encourage the creation, appreciation, and pursuit of mutual goals and richer cultural experiences. The Ouachita Center is a place where the arts and cultural related experiences will stimulate innovative programming in west central Arkansas. With your help, Rich Mountain Community College will offer many opportunities to both improve livability, as well as, incorporate the arts and culture into economic development strategies for our constituents. Your gift will support a venue that fosters initiatives designed to advance community and economic development. The uniqueness and aesthetic appeal of the Ouachita Center will bring innumerable benefits to residents, businesses, and tourists and will contribute to the economic success of other sectors. Please join us with your support and engagement in this endeavor,” said Tammy Young, Director of Community Relations. There are multiple donor recognition levels that start as low as $100 with their Name-A-Seat (theatre seating in the Ouachita Center) – that can bear a donor plate with your name, signifying your contribution. The grand opening of the Ouachita Center is tentatively scheduled for late August or early September 2014.
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The Rocky Rural Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched after a caller reported that his neighbor's two-story house was on fire on Polk Rd 130 Monday morning. At that time, the exact address was unknown. Shady Grove Rural Volunteer Fire Department was immediately dispatched for mutual aid. Shady Grove requested assistance from both Potter and Acorn Fire Departments for tanker trucks as an additional water supply. Engine 1 from Shady Grove was the first to arrive on the scene to discover fire through the roof of the two-story home at 176 Polk Rd 130, owned by Stephen Bradley & Paula Bailey. Bailey serves as the Executive Director for the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce. Approximately 15 firefighters battled the blazes and were able to contain the fire to the second floor and attic; however, the home is a complete loss due to heavy smoke and water damages.
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ROBERT LEE AKERS
Mr. Ronald L. Rogers, age 72, of Mena passed away Friday, July 18, 2014 in Mena. He was born March 10, 1942 in Corsicana, Texas to the late David Crockett Rogers and the late June Barnett Rogers. Ronald was united in marriage to Joyce Schultz Rogers for fifty-one years. He was a Fleet service clerk for American Airlines for 30 years. Ronald enjoyed golf and working in his yard. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by wife Joyce Rogers of the home; son Doug Rogers and wife Judi of Gainesville, Texas; daughter Chris Hartwig of Mena, Arkansas; grandchildren Max Hartwig and wife Holly, Samantha Rogers, Tim Farr and Chaney Farr; many nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 2, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Board Camp Baptist Church with Brother Brett Lee officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home. Visitation will be Saturday, August 2nd from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Board Camp Baptist Church and the Board Camp Volunteer Fire Department.
Robert Lee Akers, age 66, of Mena, died Sunday, July 20, 2014 at his home. He was born on Friday, December 12, 1947 to Burlen Ellis and Marjorie Ruth Dunaway Akers in Seguin, Texas. Robert graduated from Glenwood High School in 1965 and enjoyed attending a dinner every month with his classmates. After high school, he went to Henderson State and graduated in Business and then attended Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and received his Master’s Degree in Banking. He worked most of his 30 year career in banking in Waldron, Arkansas. Robert was into street rods and loved to enter car shows with his 1936 Ford 2 door sedan. Robert was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Mena, a former president of the Waldron Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club and Ouachita Rodders. Robert loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren. Robert was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend and he will be greatly missed by all. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Janice Lee Akers. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law Amy and Chris Phelps of Mena, Emily and Austin Gilliland of Mena; one sister Mary Ann Forrest and husband, Jeff of Benton; one half brother Roger Akers of San Antonio, Texas; two half sis-
ters Janelle Neal and Pamela Lopez both of San Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren Hollee Phelps and Nicholas Phelps both of Mena; a niece and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service were Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the First United Methodist Church in Mena at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Tom Frase officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Mena. Visitation was Tuesday, July 22, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Pallbearers were Chris Phelps, Nicholas Phelps, Sam Snead, James Kelley, Orville Norris, Dickie Newberry, Max Smith and James Laird. Honorary Pallbearers were Austin Gilliland and Danny Joe Jenkins. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the First United Methodist Church 501 9th Street, Mena, Arkansas 71953 or the Mena Regional Health Support Foundation, P.O. Box 1526, Mena, Arkansas 71953. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com
TERRY GENE DAVIS
Mr. Terry Gene Davis, age 56, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2014 at his home in Mena. He was born on August 24, 1957 in Mena, Arkansas, the son of the late
Harvey Davis and the late Letha Fagin Davis. He spent many happy years married to Linda Jones. Terry was a truck driver by trade and really loved running his dump truck. He was an Elk and a member of the Teamster’s Union and a Steward for them. He was an avid hunter and could be frequently found in the deer woods with friends and grandkids. Terry enjoyed the simple life, raising his cows and horses and always had a smile and tale for a pal or a stranger. He was a kind soul, gone too soon, and a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who will be forever missed. He is survived by wife Linda Davis of the home; sons Matt Dean and wife Janet of Mena, Arkansas, Weston Dean and wife Cindy of Cove, Arkansas; brothers John Davis and wife Micky of Mena, Arkansas, Harold Davis and wife Linda Marie of Greenwood, Arkansas; sister Marquita Manning of Little Rock, Arkansas; grandchildren Jordan Dean and Justin Dean of Mena, Arkansas. Funeral services were Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church of Mena with Brother Donnie Jewell and Brother Gary Garrett officiating. Interment followed in Pinecrest Memorial Park under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home. Visitation was Monday, evening, July 28th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers were Alvin Rosson, Andy Brown, Scott Egger, Jeff Johnson, Dan Lindy, and Joe Bill Ward. Online obituary available at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com.
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CITIZEN
July 30, 2014
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BY LEANN DILBECK Pam Ferguson grew up in the west, an avid equestrian, she loved horses and rodeos and riding club. After losing her younger sister, her family felt the need to leave Casa Grade, Arizona and moved to Rich Mountain, where her father was raised. Ferguson started Acorn High School, where her entire school was the size of her former freshman class. “It was definitely culture shock. Even in the 1960’s it was very different out west, I was so tan and had real long hair and wore jeans and boots everywhere, I didn’t fit in very well here at first,” said Ferguson. Ferguson met her husband Travis in 1969 right after he arrived home from Vietnam and the couple married in 1970, 44 years ago. “The key to a long and happy marriage is lots of patience and understanding, mainly on the part of my husband,” said Ferguson with a grin. “He has always been the stable one.” The couple has two children, Amy and Craig, and two grandchildren, Jake and Tate. “Amy is a blessing and she has been since the day she was born. She is the nearest thing to a perfect child and honestly never gave us a bit of trouble. Craig, well, he made up for it,” Ferguson said with a laugh. “He pushes everything to the limit.” Craig has recently gone into complete kidney failure and will need a transplant. The family takes turns driving back and forth to Nebraska, where they assist him in any way they can. After 36 years of raising broiler chickens for Tyson Foods, they retired two years ago, and Ferguson now manages six cabins, owned by the Fergusons and her daughter, at Wolf Pen Gap, The Outback Cabins and Macks Creek Cabins. Passionate about Wolf Pen Gap ATV System, Ferguson is the secretary/treasurer of the Ouachita ATV Club, where she has worked for the past five years, writing grants and assisting the Ouachita Forest Service in any way possible to maintain the trails. “We work very closely with the Mena Chamber of Commerce and together we did an economic impact study and learned at that Wolf Pen Gap brings in $78,000,000 annually to Polk County,” explained Ferguson. The Ouachita ATV Club has over 450 members from all over the United States, each of which uses and enjoys the beautiful trails in Polk County. They have, through grant monies, purchased several pieces of equipment which have been donated, or are used by the Ouachita Forest Service to maintain and improve the trails, they have also bought and maintain 12 bear proof trash cans and are in the process of pouring cement planks on all the creek crossings. The Club was recently awarded a $224,700 Federal RTB Grant, which is funded by the fuel tax paid by ATV drivers. This will be used to rebuild the current trail service, with the hopes to narrow the footprint. Ferguson, along with club members Tim Kiser, Roger Morphew, and Jeff Cunningham were awarded the Southern Region Volunteer of the Year for the Forest Service three years ago. They have spent countless hours working to maintain and improve Wolf Pen Gap. “Right after Amy was born, my parents moved back out west, and around the time Craig was born, I noticed on trips to visit my family, how bad things had gotten out there. I saw old friends and how things were and prayed to God and thanked Him for getting me out of there. I wonder at times where I would be if we hadn’t moved here. I am very thankful God moved me to Polk County and very thankful I raised my kids here. I love the calmness and friendliness of the people. It’s kind of like everyone is family. It is a wonderful, small, and quiet community,” explained Ferguson.
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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – Arkansas will hold its annual sales tax holiday on Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3. The legislature created the sales tax holiday by approving Act 757 of 2011. The intent of the act is to help families with children in school, and is commonly known as the “Back to School” sales tax holiday. However, everyone benefits from the holiday, whether or not they have children of school age. Clothing and footwear that cost less than $100 per item will qualify for the exemption. Keep in mind that if you buy an item that costs more than $100 you must pay the state and local sales taxes on the entire amount. Here’s an example provided by the Department of Finance and Administration: a person buys two shirts for $50 each, a pair of jeans for $75 and a pair of shoes for $125. The sales tax will only be collected on the shoes. Even though the total price of the shirts and the jeans added up to $175, no sales tax will be collected on them because each individual item cost less than $100. Accessories costing less than $50 qualify for the exemption. Examples include wallets, watches, jewelry, sun glasses, handbags, cosmetics, briefcases, hair notions, wigs and hair pieces. School supplies also qualify, including binders, book bags, calculators, tape, paper, pencils, scissors, notebooks, folders and glue. Textbooks, reference books, maps, globes and workbooks will be exempt from sales taxes. So will art supplies needed for art class, such as clay and glazes, paint, brushes and drawing pads. Bathing suits and beach wear will be exempt as long as they cost less than $100 per item. Diapers and disposable diapers will not be taxed. Boots, including steel toed boots, slippers, sneakers and sandals will be exempt from the sales tax as well. Not exempt from the sales tax are sporting goods, such as cleats and spikes worn by baseball, soccer and football players. Recreational items such as skates, shoulder pads, shin guards and ski boots will be taxed. Computers, software and computer equipment are not exempt and you will have to pay sales taxes if you purchase those items on the holiday. Act 757 provides that the sales tax holiday will be the first weekend of August every year. All retail stores are required to participate and may not legally collect any state or local sales taxes on qualified items during the tax holiday. Medicaid Fraud The newly created office of Medicaid Inspector General recovered $1.56 million in fraudulent charges during its first year of operation. The legislature created the office when it passed Act 1499 of 2013. Its duties are to investigate fraud, waste and abuse in the Medicaid program, which accounts for more than $6 billion a year in state and federal spending in Arkansas. Arkansas is one of many states that have expanded their Medicaid fraud divisions in response to the national Affordable Care Act, which has significantly increased government spending on health coverage. Medicaid is a government-subsidized health program for poor people, the elderly and people with disabilities.
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BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE NATE BELL This week I’m wrapping up short explanations of the 3 issues referred to the November ballot by the 89th General Assembly. Issue 3 would impact legislative term limits, pay for elected officials, corporate contributions to candidates and gifts from lobbyists. As you may remember, the Regnant Populus group failed to get enough signatures in the 2012 election cycle to get a proposed amendment on the ballot. Their amendment would have banned lobbyists from giving gifts in any amount to a legislator. It also would have increased the cooling off period for members to register as a lobbyist from 1 year to 2 years and would have banned all corporate contributions. Issue 3 is the result of discussions between legislators and the Regnant Populus group. The measure prohibits corporate campaign contributions, limits gifts from lobbyists to travel expenses for educational conferences & meals that are available to the general public and extends the ban on lobbying from one to two years. The measure addresses pay for elected officials by creating an independent citizens commission of 7 individuals who do not work in the public sector. Those individuals will review and adjust, if necessary, the salaries for the Governor, all Constitutional Officers, Supreme Court Justices, District and Circuit court Judges, and members of the General Assembly. Issue 3 adjusts term limits to allow individuals to serve a total of 16 years in the legislature in either chamber. For example, a member could serve 16 in the House or 16 in the Senate, or 10 years in the House and 6 in the Senate. Currently, members serve up to 3 two year terms in the House, and 2 four year terms in the Senate. In many cases, redistricting allows for a Senator to serve up to 12 years in the Senate. Issue 3 is a complex proposal. I voted for its referral to voters because I believe the important issues it addresses need careful consideration. We currently have about 40% turnover in the House. No private business could function well with 40% turnover and managing a $5 billion dollar budget and more than 70,000 FTE employees requires a reasonable level of expertise and experience. The cooling off period before members can begin lobbying of the legislature also needs to be extended. There are cynical people who will claim referring this issue to the voters is self-serving. I can’t speak for others but if re-elected this November I’ll be leaving elected office in 2016 regardless of voter’s decision on Issue 3. I’ve enjoyed public service but after 6 years of 60 hour weeks for a less than $16K salary it will be time for me to devote more time to my private sector work and get my income back to pre-legislature levels if I’m ever going to be able to retire. As with the other 2 amendments I’ve presented in recent weeks, this is where you, the voter, will decide what is in the best interest of our state. For a copy of Issue 3 go to: http://www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/Documents/Initiatives%20and%20Referenda/HJ R1009.pdf
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OPINION
July 30, 2014
Bees, America, and Money
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BY MICHAEL REISIG Stepping away from the political arena for a moment, I’d like to offer a warning of another nature – something that is equally important. Most of us have heard about it. It’s called Colony Collapse Disorder. In 2006, beekeepers began to notice a strange and disconcerting phenomena. Bee colonies that appeared to be healthy and normal in all aspects were suddenly abandoning their hives, never to return. In just less than a decade, nearly one-third of the honeybee colonies in America have collapsed and disappeared. There’s hardly anyone who doesn’t enjoy natural honey. It’s delicious, and remarkably healthful in numerous fashions. But Colony Collapse Disorder is a huge problem for bees (and for humans, who rely on bees more than most people understand). Some of the crops that will fail without honeybees are apples, onions, oranges, avocados, cucumbers, broccoli, pumpkins, carrots, and almonds. The list is frighteningly extensive. In addition, the U.S. would lose up to $15 billion in revenue without the pollination of many of our favorite fruits and vegetables. But some of the problem, as always, lies in politics and government. While almost one-third of our food supply relies on pollination, our government can’t seem to make any significant decisions, because of the contradicting reports between the various agencies the government “owns,” and the activists for a safer environment for the fruits and vegetables we grow. While the risk for catastrophe is huge, our government has only invested a thimbleful of money to solve the problem -The U.S. Department of Agriculture has set aside a paltry $20 million over the next five years for research. (We spend that weekly on illegal aliens). This country is faced with the potential loss of $15 billion worth of crops that bees pollinate every year, and while the USDA admits that agricultural production hinges on the honeybee, it has done little more than bark about the problem, and has failed to aggressively seek out solutions. Why? It’s simple. The big money is in pesticides, and the companies that produce them. Once Dr. Patrick Fox Dr. Ron Tilgner Dr. Leslie Lisdell again, the harlots in Congress would rather have cash than conscience. MD DDS MD While the USDA recently allocated $8 million in a program to help “save the bees,” beeMain Street Clinic HCI Main Clinic HCI Main Clinic keepers aren't seeing that money. The money is going to landowners, who are already receiving government incentives. Once again the government throws money at a challenge without trying to understand the nexus of the problem. This time they are paying farmers to stop crop production on endangered lands, rather than becoming proactive by planting better crops to facilitate bee foraging. It’s the typical government handout process that solves very little. While there is no question that pesticides kill bees, there is still a good deal of mystery behind the frightening phenomena of Colony Collapse. Parasites, disease, and loss of quality habitat are issues, but the one thing most beekeepers agree on is that pesticides kill bees, and America is using pesticides like never before. 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THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
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FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE MEALS Ouachita River School District today announces its policy for providing free and reduced price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Each school and/or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party. The price charged for a paid student breakfast is $.75; the price charged for a paid student lunch is $1.75. HOUSEHOLD APPLICATIONS The household size and income criteria identified below will be used to determine eligibility for free and reduced price benefits for SY 2014-15. Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free or reduced price meals. REDUCED PRICE MEALS 185%
FREE MEALS - 130%
Federal Twice Every Twice Every Household Poverty Annual Monthly per Two Weekly Annual Monthly per Two Weekly Size Guidelines Month Weeks Month Weeks 1
11,670
15,171
1,265
633
584
292
21,590
1,800
900
831
416
2
15,730
20,449
1,705
853
787
394
29,101
2,426
1,213
1,120
560
3
19,790
25,727
2,144
1,072
990
495
36,612
3,051
1,526
1,409
705
4
23,850
31,005
2,584
1,292
1,193
597
44,123
3,677
1,839
1,698
849
5
27,910
36,283
3,024
1,512
1,396
698
51,634
4,303
2,152
1,986
993
6
31,970
41,561
3,464
1,732
1,599
800
59,145
4,929
2,465
2,275
1,138
7
36,030
46,839
3,904
1,952
1,802
901
66,656
5,555
2,778
2,564
1,282
8
40,090
52,117
4,344
2,172
2,005
1,003
74,167
6,181
3,091
2,853
1,427
4,060
5,278
440
220
203
102
7,511
626
313
289
145
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Household application forms are being distributed by the school with a letter informing households of the availability of free and reduced price meals for their children. Only one application should be submitted for each household. Applications are also available at the principal's office in each school. To apply for free or reduced price meals, households must complete the application and return it to the school. Applications cannot be approved unless it contains complete information as described in the instructions provided with the application. Applications may be submitted at any time during the school year as circumstances change. The information households provide on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and verification of data. Applications may be subject to verification at any time during the school year by school officials. CATEGORICAL ELIGIBILITY Children who are members of a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly food stamps, household are categorically eligible for free meals. School officials will determine eligibility for free meals based on documentation obtained directly from the SNAP office. School officials will notify households of their eligibility. Households who are notified of their eligibility but who do not want their children to receive free meals must contact the school. SNAP households should complete an application if they are not notified of their eligibility by August 18, 2014. Households with children who are members of currently approved Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly food stamps) may submit
application with abbreviated information as described in the application instructions. Children who are enrolled in Head Start / Even Start programs are categorically eligible for free meals. Contact N/A at N/A with questions regarding Head Start / Even Start meal benefits. Children certified as migrant, homeless or runaway by the district are categorically eligible for free meals. Contact Linda Heath at 479-243-0396 with questions regarding migrant, homeless or runaway meal benefits. Foster children who are the legal responsibility of a welfare agency or court are also eligible for benefits regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside. Eligibility for the foster child is based on the child being the legal responsibility of welfare agency or court. An application for a household that includes both foster children and non-foster must be completed for eligibility to be determined for the nonfoster children. Contact Tammi Faught at 479-394-2348 with questions regarding foster children. Children in households that receive WIC may be eligible for benefits. An application must be completed for determination of eligibility. If a household member becomes unemployed during the school year, the household may be eligible for free or reduced price meals PROVIDED that the loss of income causes the household income to be within the eligibility criteria. An application should be completed for determination of eligibility benefits. Under the provisions of the free and reduced price meal policy Determining Official, will review applications and determine eligibility. Acorn Campus - Tammi Faught 479-394-2348 Oden Campus - Crystal Hill 870-326-4311 Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the determining official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. Parents wishing to make a formal appeal for a hearing on the decision may make a request either to: Jerry Strasner, Superintendent Hearing Official
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A household may SUBMIT an application ANYTIME DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. Non-discrimination Statement: The U.S Department of Agriculture prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.) If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/index.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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for more information. * 7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. FRIDAY, 8/1 * 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. - The Fiber Group will be meeting at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come and birng your project and join this group working with variety of fibers. * 7 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. SATURDAY, 8/2 * 7 a.m. - Polk County Farmer’s Market at the Depot, 520 Sherwood Avenue, Mena. Local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps, and other crafts. Vendors will be there until sold out. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Cove Library will be offering a combo bake and book sale. Stop in for some delicious homebaked goods, gourmet coffee, homemade root beer, and bargain proced books to benefit your local Polk County Branch library in Cove. * 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. - The Photography Show Reception will be at the Mena Art Gallary, 607 Mena Street. * 6 p.m. - PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. SUNDAY, 8/3 * 2 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. * 2:30 p.m. - A.B.A.T.E. (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Towards Education) monthly meeting at the Limetree Restaurant. Officers meeting at 2:30, General Meeting at 3. You don’t have to ride to attend or become a member. We are a non-profit organization. * 6:30 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Perish Hall. MONDAY, 8/4 * 5 p.m. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) at the Hatfield City Hall. For more information call (870) 389-6678. * 6 p.m. - PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6 p.m. - FREE Weightloss Warriors. First National Bank across from Depot. For information call 437-3560. * 6 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 6:30 p.m. - Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome to attend. * 7 p.m. - Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 monthly meeting at the Limetree Restaurant, in Mena. * 7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous - 12+12 Study at the ABC Club across from
Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. TUESDAY, 8/5 * 7 a.m. - Polk County Farmer’s Market at the Depot, 520 Sherwood Avenue, Mena. Local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps, and other crafts. Vendors will be there until sold out. * 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Polk County Family Mission will be open in the 9th Street Ministries building. * 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - “Art Day” at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come join other artists, from beginners to pros, working on their individual projects in the gallery classroom. For more infomation, please call 479-394-3880. * 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - FREE Delicious Lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen at Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Chirch, 149 Polk Rd 43 (Fairground Road), Mena. 479394-7404. Take-out is available. All are welcome! * 5:15 p.m. - Cyclists and Walkers: The Ouachita Cycling Club meets at the Visitor’s Information Center on Earthquake Ridge. Please come join us. Everyone is welcome. * 6 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 6 p.m. - Ouachita Arts & Crafts Guild meeting at Acorn Elementary Library, 479234-0451. * 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Mena Community Chorus meets at the First United Methodist Church, 501 9th Street, Mena. They are presently rehearsing a collection of Broadway songs to be performed. If you enjoy singing, they invite you to join them. For more information, call Vicki at 479234-1109. * 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the 1st United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. For info call 479-234-2887 or 479234-3043. WEDNESDAY, 8/6 * 6 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 6 p.m. - DABC Celebrate Recovery will meet in Room #112. Join us at 300 Dallas Avenue, Mena, 479-394-2697. * 7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous - Book Study at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419.
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* RED HAT HOTTIES are volunteering at Mena Manor the 1st Monday of each month for BINGO sessions with residents. They also hold BINGO at Rich Mountain Nursing on the 2nd Monday of each month. Additional volunteers are needed for each of these activities. For more information call Charlie at 870-334-3010 or Connie at 479-437-3766. * FREE SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES will be offered at the Cove Library located at Cove City Hall each Monday, July 14 through August 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Classes taught by Casey Kelley. Call 870387-3753. * BOOK NOOK READING CLUB will meet at the Cove Library on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. -5 p.m., and Thursdays from 9 a.m. -7 p.m. Come in, set a goal, check out and read your books, win a prize. Prizes will be awarded at the Book Nook Reading Club Recognition Party July 31 at 3 p.m. Call 870-387-3753. *FIRST ANNUAL MARY DAVIS COED PITCH SOFTBALL BENEFIT at Aubrey/Tapley Sports Complex, on Saturday, August 16. The registration is $150 and all the proceeds will go to Mary Davis who is fighting Leiomyosarchoma cancer. * HEALTHY CONNECTION, INC. will have a Back to School Bash on July 31. They are in need of school supply donations including backpacks. *COVE LIBRARY CROCHET GROUP begins Thursday, August 7 at 2:30 to 4p.m. All ages, all skill levels, welcome. Come learn, share, create. For more infomation call 870387-3753. * MENA ART GALLERY Through September 2, you can view the Photography Show. The show can be seen during regular hours, Tuesday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. *THE OUACHITA AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION will not have their meeting for the month of August.
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THURSDAY, 7/31 * 7 a.m. - Polk County Farmers Market will meet at the Depot, 520 Sherwood Street, Mena. Stop by for local produce in season, baked goods, jams, soaps, and other crafts. Venders will stay until sold out. * 11:30 a.m. - Rotary Club of Polk County/Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Cafe. Contact Lisa Martin at 479216-3383 or Charles Pitman at 479-216-4882. * 3 p.m. - Cove Library will host its summer reading program recognition party. We have a $5 Wal-Mart gift card, and a certificate for each participant. We’ll also have juice and cookies. * 5:30 p.m. - Weight Watchers meet at the Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information. * 6:30 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church in the Parish Hall. * 7 p.m. - Al-Anon, a support group for anyone affected by someone else’s drinking, meets at the First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur, Mena. Call Dotty at 479-437-3111 or Sarah 479-234-3620
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Lindy’s Jewelry - A Hometown Jewel
July 30, 2014
BY JACLYN ROSE Renell Lindy’s passion for jewelry making began in her parent’s garage, where she played with her brother’s jewelry tools. After graduating high school in her hometown of Metairie, Louisiana, right outside of New Orleans, in 1997, she completed two years of college before moving back home to work at a large jewelry store, Aucion Hart Jewelry. “I worked polishing for six bench jewelers. I apprenticed there and learned to size rings, replace chains, re-tip prongs, and many other things. It was a hard job, but I learned a lot,” said Lindy. After working there for five years, Lindy began working for Symmetry Jewelers in New Orleans, where she worked for thirteen years. “They did a lot of custom work and I learned so much and made some friends for life,” explained Lindy. Lindy married her husband, David, in 1980 and they raised three sons: Allan, Paul, and Eric, they knew they did not want to raise their children in the city so in 1993, they packed up and moved to Mena, where they had visited many times to see David’s family. “We moved in 1993, just in time for the first torna811 4th Street, Mena 479-385-2136 or 479-385-1085 do, as I call it, Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am - 5 pm • Sat. 8:30 am - 1 pm and I had no idea I would still be here for the second tornado in 2009,” said Lindy. Shortly after moving to Mena, Lindy visited with Mr. Korey, who owned Korey’s Jewelry and began working for him. “Mr. Korey and his wife 703 F Hwy. 71 North kept asking me when I would take over and I finalMena, AR 71953 ly did in 1996,” Lindy explained. (479) 394-7766 Lindy’s Jewelry located at 1000 Mena Street, Dry Cleaning, Laundry, on the corner of Mena Street and Gilham, offers Starch, Press, and an impressive selection of well priced jewelry, Alterations. including Sieko brand watches, both new and 30% OFF Comforters ANY SIZE used. But Lindy’s is much more than just a retail Back to School $5 Pant Hemming jewelry store, with her extensive background as a jeweler she also offers: custom work, repairs and maintenance, she sells and replaces watch batteries, size rings and much more. “I am a jeweler first and a salesperson second,” said Lindy with a laugh. Lindy does the vast majority of the work in house and is able Machinery Co., to keep her prices competitive and many times, much lower than out of town jewelers. “I am the secretary, Inc. the salesperson, the janitor and mostly the jeweler. I greatly enjoy refurbishing jewelry and making old things MANUFACTURER look new. People forget to maintain their jewelry, but it is as important as changing the tires or the oil on your OF QUALITY car,” said Lindy. CNC PARTS For many years, Lindy considered Louisiana her home and was slightly resistant to becoming a true 479.394.4248 Arkansan but after years in Polk County, the thoughtfulness and compassion of the local community won her 104 Port Arthur Avenue over. “When Hurricane Katrina Mena, AR 71953-3344 hit in 2005, Polk County opened its arms wide for the people of my old home. Strangers, people I did not know just went over Mountain Pawn and above to help. Then my middle son passed away in 2009 and my family was shown such kindness and that’s when I Jewelry, Electronics knew that this was my home! I love the slow, honest pace and New Owner - Paul Cox the people, they have such 1510A Hwy 71 N, Mena good morals,” explained Lindy.
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HEALTH
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T ickbo rne Dis e as e ( TB D) - Kn ow t he S ign s a nd Sy mpt om s
CONTRIBUTED BY TERRI BARRADA, RN, MSN, APRN Tickborne Disease (TBD) is a type of zoonotic disease (an infectious disease transmitted between animals and humans) that is transmitted by ticks, a member of the arachnid family of insects. In Arkansas, ticks are responsible for more human disease than any other insect, but not all ticks transmit disease. Of the many different tick species found Terri Barrada is an RN, MSN, and APRN at in Arkansas, only a select few bite and Healthy Connections, Inc. and has been a transmit disease to humans. In Arkansas, the tickborne diseases healthcare provider for 26 years. Family, urgent care, and internal medicine are her known to occur are: Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, areas of experience. Ehrlichiosis, and Tularemia. While Lyme disease is an important tickborne disease, ticks in Arkansas do not currently transmit Lyme disease. However, individuals who have travelled to other parts of the country, especially the Northeast and Midwest, might have become infected while traveling. Many tickborne diseases can have similar signs and symptoms. If you have been bitten by a tick and develop the symptoms below within a few weeks, a health care provider should evaluate the following before deciding on a course of treatment: • Your symptoms • The geographic region in which you where bitten • Diagnostic tests, if indicated by the symptoms and the region where you were bitten The most common symptoms of tick-related illnesses are: • Fever/chills: With all tickborne diseases, patients can experience fever at varying degrees and time of onset. • Aches and pains: Tickborne disease symptoms include headache, fatigue, and muscle aches. With Lyme disease you may also experience joint pain. The severity and time of onset of these symptoms can depend on the disease and the patient's personal tolerance level. • Rash: Lyme disease, southern tickassociated rash illness (STARI), Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), ehrlichiosis, and tularemia can result in distinctive Find the weekly sales rashes. Tickborne diseases can result in mild circular and symptoms treatable at home to severe daily specials that infections requiring hospitalization. Although easily treated with antibiotics, these diswill help you save eases can be difficult for physicians to diagnose. However, early recognition and treateven more at ment of the infection decreases the risk of serious complications. So see your doctor
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immediately if you have been bitten by a tick and experience any of the symptoms described here. Tickborne diseases cannot be spread by person-to-person contact. Use an EPA-registered insect repellent such as those with DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Even a short time being outdoors can be long enough to get a tick bite. Protect children • Read label instructions and be sure the repellent is approved for use on children. • Do not use mosquito repellents containing oil of lemon eucalyptus on children less than three years of age. • Do not use DEET on children younger than two months old. To help reduce tick populations in your yard: • Remove leaf litter • Clear tall grasses and brush around homes and at the edge of lawns. • Place a 3-ft wide barrier of wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas to restrict tick migration into recreational areas. • Mow the lawn frequently. • Stack wood neatly and in a dry area (discourages rodents). • Keep playground equipment, decks, and patios away from yard edges and trees. • Discourage unwelcome animals (such as deer, raccoons, and stray dogs) from entering your yard. • Remove old furniture, mattresses, or trash from the yard that may give ticks a place to hide.
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Mrs. Dolly Garrison of Harrison, AR announces the engagement of her daughter, Dalia Garrison to Garrick Ferry, son of John and Vickie Ferry of Mena, AR, and the grandson of Mrs. Audrey Hollington also of Mena. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Alpena High School and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock where she earned a B.S. degree in International Business. She is employed with the U.S. General Services Administration in Little Rock, AR as a Property Manager. The groom-to-be is a graduate of Mena High School and the National School of Realty. He is employed at Keller Williams Realty in Little Rock, AR as a Professional Realtor. A private wedding is planned for August 9, 2014 in North Little Rock, AR at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. The couple will reside in Benton, AR.
Sayers – Adams to Wed
Kenneth and Paula Sayers of Mena are proud to announce the marriage of their daughter, Tabitha Sayers, to Shawn Adams of Searcy, AR. The wedding will take place at Janssen Park in Mena on August 16, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The reception will follow at Northside Church of Christ. All family and friends are invited to attend.
CUTEST PET PIC
Chris & Cathy Chris and Cathy love hiking and swimming at state parks. Here they are resting before going to the next stop. Their owner is Michael Witt. Please share your favorite photo of your pet. You may drop it off or mail it to: The Polk County Pulse • 512 Seventh St. • Mena, AR 71953 or email: ads@polkcountypulse.com
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Rita Eversole was named the Jane Anderson Award recipient during Rich Mountain Community College’s Capping and Pinning Ceremony. The award honors the outstanding nursing student, a student selected by medical professionals who worked with the class. Eversole, a Single Parent Scholarship recipient, is being congratulated by Charla Hollin, Chair of RMCC’s Allied Health Department and by her children, Andrew and Presley.
Heath Family Reunion
The Heath Reunion will be held Saturday, August 2, 2014 at Veterans Park in Acorn from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The meal is potluck. Bring your favorite dish and dessert. Drinks and tableware will be furnished. Bring old photos and enjoy a time of fellowship. If you have any questions or need more information call Orval Heath at 394-5255.
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Raeanna and Jesse Vandegrift of Cove are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 17th. Elizabeth Trusley and Levi Gentry of Lockesburg are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 19th. Carie and Gary Buckley Jr. of Mena are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 20th. Brandi Hale and Tyrel Miles of Wickes are the proud parents of a baby boy, born July 22nd. Alex Bell and Kyle Alexander of Wickes are the proud parents of a baby boy, born July 22nd. Nicole and Donald Muns of Mena are the proud parents of a baby boy, born July 22nd. Jackie and Leobardo Gonzalez of DeQueen are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 23rd. Kelly Hopper and Raymond Padgett Jr. of Hatfield are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 23rd.
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ARTS
July 30, 2014
Beading Contest at Ouachita Arts Celebration
BY BARBARA M. TOBIAS As a part of the November 1 Ouachita Arts Celebration, Four Winds Trading Post is sponsoring a beading contest. Instead of judges, Four Winds will let the public pick the winners during the Celebration. If you are one of the talented artists who works in beads, this is for you. It is open to all artisans from Polk, Scott, and Montgomery Counties in Arkansas over 15 years of age. All pieces must be handcrafted by you and at least 75 percent of the work must consist of beads. The first prize is $50 cash plus a $50 gift certificate to Fire Mountain Gems. Second and third place winners receive ribbons. There will be an entry fee of $5 per entrant for a maximum of two pieces. Entries should be checked in either September 23 or 30 between 9 am and 4 pm at Four Winds Trading Post, 616 Mena Street in the Downtown Arts District. If you need more information, please call Lyn Dilbeck at 479-243-0713. And whether you are an artist or not, mark your calendar for November 1 from 10 am to 4 pm to join in the fun celebrating the arts in Mena and help judge the winners. This Saturday, August 2, Mena Art Gallery will host a reception for its 12th annual photography competition from 1 to 3 p.m. While temperatures are soaring outside, you can be enjoying a collection of outstanding photographs in air-conditioned comfort. The gallery will be filled to capacity with beautiful landscapes, colorful flowers, fascinating wildlife, and eye-catching portraits, all by some of Arkansas’ best photographers including youth ages 12 through 17. At 2 p.m. cash prizes totaling over $2,800 will be presented to the winners in each of seven categories including youth. Four lucky individuals who attend Saturday’s reception will take home $25 gift certificates to the Chopping Block Restaurant given as door prizes by owners, William and Sherri Rainey.The Photography Show will remain on display through September 2.
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Bell, Book, and Candle Auditions Next Week
BY MELANIE BUCK Time to freshen up your monologue and step on stage to audition for Ouachita Little Theatre’s next production - Bell, Book, and Candle. Bell, Book, and Candle is a romantic comedy Broadway play written by John Van Druten. The movie version was released in 1958 and starred James Stewart and Kim Novak. The story was an inspiration to the television series, Bewitched. In the play, Gillian discovers that her secret love interest is about to marry her college rival and is willing to use her magic to make him fall in love with her instead. The play will be directed by Melanie Buck and assistant director Suzanne Snow. The cast will consist of 3 adult men and 2 adult women. Auditions are scheduled for Thursday, August 7, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Saturday, August 9, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., at the theatre, 610 Mena Street. Having a prepared monologue is encouraged. Perhaps one of the most unique auditions will be for a live black cat. Yes, a living black cat! Please bring your cat to auditions in a pet carrier and only bring cats that will not be disturbed by loud noises and bright lights. Rehearsals are set to begin Tuesday, September 9 at 7 p.m. and will continue on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday nights through October 23. Production dates will be October 24, 25, 26, 31, November 1 & 2; Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. If you have any questions concerning auditions you can reach Melanie Buck at 580-314-8994 or melaniebuck62@yahoo.com. The OLT has a big heart because of all those involved, but it will only become stronger and more vital as new people are drawn in. For more information about becoming involved with OLT, call 243-0186.
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Saturday, August 23, 2014
Shotgun Start at 8:00 am at the beautiful Glenwood Country Club!
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• 4-Person Scramble • Flights with prizes* • Various levels of skill, include: putting, longest drive, hole-in-one contests and closest to the pin. * A 2nd flight may be scheduled for 1:30 pm if team registrations exceed first flight capacity
Team: $400 Per Team Each Player Receives:
• RMCC monogrammed polo style shirt • 1 dozen RMCC logoed golf tees • Golf cart/course fees & lunch included with registration
Hole Sponsor: $1,250
• Ouachita Center Legacy Campaign major donor wall recognition • Priority tee time if registered by August 8 • Golf cart/course fee & lunch for 1 team (4 players) • 4 RMCC monogrammed polo-style golf shirts (1 per team member) • 1 additional RMCC monogrammed polo-style golf shirt for sponsor • 1 dozen tournament golf balls • 4 dozen RMCC logoed golf tees • Golf team photo for sponsor team • Hole sponsor sign on course • Sponsor ad & media release
Register by Friday, August 8, 2014!
The inaugural Bert Hensley Memorial Golf Tournament was established in 2012 to honor Bert Hensley and his service to the College and the RMCC Foundation. Bert Hensley was a life-long resident of Mena and worked in the banking industry over 47 years. He began his service to Rich Mountain Community College on the Foundation Board of Directors in 1996 and continued his service to the Board for nine years. His wise counsel, commitment, and work ethic helped to grow the Foundation exponentially during his tenure on the Board of Directors. His desire was for the Foundation to grow and continue to support the mission and goals of Rich Mountain Community College and the RMCC Foundation. The RMCC Foundation is a nonprofit organization 501 c3 designed to benefit the needs of Rich Mountain Community College. The RMCC Foundation awarded over $53,000 in scholarships in 2013 and continues to grow opportunities for RMCC students and the College in the form of scholarships and grants. A number of events and activities are hosted each year by the RMCC Foundation.
For registration and sponsorship information, contact:
RMCC Foundation Attn: Tammy Young 100 College Drive | Mena, AR 71953 (479) 394-7622, ext. 1220 | tyoung@rmcc.edu
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HISTORY
July 30, 2014
Moments From America’s History Jamestown Established
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BY JEFF OLSON The colony of Jamestown in Virginia was founded in May LOCAL 1607. Established by the London Company, Jamestown began with 3 ships and 105 settlers who departed from England in 1. Pulse Lauches On-Line December 1606. After more than 4 months at sea, they marPublication veled at the "faire meddowes and goodly tall trees" along the Virginia coast. 2. Mena Woman Drowns in Originally known as "James Cittie," it was the site of the Scott County first English settlement in America. From the First Charter of Virginia, we can see from the very beginning something of the initial identi3. Marshall Tucker ty of our nation. "...We, greatly commending, and graciously accepting of, Headlines Crystal Music their Desires for the furtherance of so noble a Work which may, by the Festival - Fallen Heroes Providence of Almighty God, hereafter tend to the Glory of his Divine Majesty, in propagating of Christian Religion to such People, as yet live in Darkness and miserable Ignorance of the true knowlHonored edge and Worship of God........." One of the first acts of the settlers was to kneel down and commemorate the Last Supper together. Their chaplain, the Reverend Robert Hunt, presided over it and he became the first minister of the colony. Today, a bronze memorial to Robert Hunt stands on this site and includes the colonist's own testimony which reads in part, "We all received from NATIONAL him the Holy Communion together, as a pledge of reconciliation, for we all loved him 1. White House Touts Slow for his exceeding goodness. He planted the First Protestant Church in America and laid Increase in Health Care down his life in the foundation of America." Costs The church tower is all that remains of the original 17th-century structure. 2. Sources: Clintons’ Jamestown was also the meeting place Patience Growing Thin with for America's first representative legislative Anthony Weiner assembly, called the House of Burgesses. From July 30 to August 4,1619, it met "to 3. A Narrow Boarderestablish one equal and uniform government Security Agreement Could of the people there inhabiting.....But foreasmuch as men's affares doe little prosper Pave The Way For Broad where God's service is neglected, all the Immigration Reform Burgesses tooke their places in the Quire till prayer was said by Mr. Bucke the Minister, that it would please God to guide and sanctifie all our proceedings, to His own glory and the good of this plantation." Jamestown early on was almost abandoned. The choice of a swampy site location, impure water, meager diets, illnesses and diseases, and sharp contrasts of climate resulted in about two-thirds of the settlers dying within a short time. Fortunately, the colony received additional settlers and supplies in 1610 and, with the strong leadership of John Smith and Governor Thomas West, it survived. In 1676 and again in 1698, fire destroyed the Jamestown settlement which served as the the capital of Virginia until 1699 when it was moved to Williamsburg. Afterward, the town of Jamestown fell into decay but today it is restored as a monument to those whose faith, principles, sacrifice and courage planted the first seeds of a great nation.
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BY MELANIE BUCK You may be saying, ‘hasn’t she talked about this subject before?’ however, this is a subject that can’t be talked about enough...online stranger danger. Everyday we hear more stories about young ones being raped, kidnapped, and murdered by someone they ‘met’ online. I’ve discussed the matter of how these predators find your children online, however, I haven’t told you about what our children are doing to accidentally encourage the predators. Disclaimer: I understand we all want to think the best of our children, but as parents it is our duty to also understand that they are not perfect and will push the limits when given the opportunity so please know that I am not criticizing, just being informative. Your child’s online activity can, and does, bring attention to themselves and attracts predators if they don’t follow simple privacy rules. According to a study conducted by American Psychological Association: • Internet offenders pretended to be teenagers in only 5 percent of the crimes studied by researchers • Nearly 75 percent of victims who met offenders face-to-face did so more than once • Online sex offenders are seldom violent, and cases involving stalking or abduction are very rare • Youth who engaged in four or more risky online behaviors were much more likely to report receiving online sexual solicitations. The online risky behaviors included maintaining buddy lists that included strangers, discussing sex online with people they did not know in person and being rude or nasty online • Boys who are gay or are questioning their sexuality may be more susceptible to Internet-initiated sex crimes than other populations. Researchers found boys were the victims in nearly one-quarter of criminal cases, and most cases included facts that suggested victims were gay or questioning their sexuality Another survey, conducted throught Cox and NCMEC, revealed: • Many teens are unconcerned about the dangers of sharing personal info online. • A majority of teens (58%) do not think posting photos or other personal info on social networking sites is unsafe. • Nearly half of teens (47%) are not worried about others using their personal info in ways they do not want. About half (49%) are unconcerned posting personal info online might negatively affect their future. Please keep talking to your children about this ever-growing danger. You wouldn’t let them talk to one in public, right? Do the right thing and stalk your children until they understand. Until next week, Happy Talking & Stalking (only your children)!
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SECRET GOURMET
July 30, 2014
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Paisano’s Italian Restaurant - Simple is Good!
BY THE SECRET GOURMET, POLK COUNTY PULSE RESTAURANT CRITICIf you would like to have a great pizza, or pasta, or Italian sandwich, the brand new Paisano’s, Italian-from-Scratch restaurant is just what you are looking for! Crystal and Greg Vereyken, the owners of The Branding iron, understand what people around here want, and they have given it to us. They have redesigned and opened their former Branding Iron location at 1110 Highway 71 S. into a whole new, simple, super-affordable Italian dining experience. Here is how it works. You walk into the spacious front dining area, pick your own table, and study an extensive menu. Once you have decided what you want, you go up to the counter and order and pay for your meal. Very soon, your order is delivered to you at your table, by helpful, young servers. The whole process is smart and totally efficient. Let’s start with appetizers, of which there are nine, ranging from Italian nachos, to calamari, to mozzarella sticks, and excellent breadsticks. They also have eight salad choices. There are nine pasta entrée choices ranging from the traditional spaghetti with meatballs, to chicken Parmesan, to ravioli, to lasagna, in addition to a create-yourown-pasta option, which I love, and includes a choice of spaghetti, linguine, or penne, with an unbelievable number of sauces like marinara, meat, Alfredo, pesto, etc., with inexpensive additions like meatballs, chicken, Italian sausage, and mixed veggies. Let’s not forget pizza, the real thing, a lot of us think has been missing since Really Great Pizza, on Mena Street, shut down. One of Paisano’s specialties is a choice of wonderful hand tossed or Sicilian pizzas in a variety of sizes, with every imaginable topping you can think of, to choose from. They also have such a variety of calzones, paninis, and subs that it will blow your mind, trying to figure out which one to order. Now, let’s talk price for dining in, picking up, or having your dinner delivered from Paisano's. The Vereykens have got it right, again! Dinner entrées range from $6.49 to a maximum of $12.99. Pizza prices for an 8-inch personal pizza start at $5.99. The largest, 16-inch extra-large pizza starts at only $11.99. Additional toppings cost as little as $.50 each. That’s pretty hard to beat for made-fromscratch super-tasty pizzas. Calzones and subs start at $6.99, while panini's start at $5.99. Salads also start at $6.99. Appetizers range from $4.99 to $9.99, but most are in the $5.99 range. Paisano’s Italian-from-Scratch is clean and welcoming. They are open every day except Tuesday from 11 AM to Midnight. Wow, a not-fast-food food place that is open till midnight, in Mena! Their phone number is (479) 385-5055. So, for a great dine-in, carry out, or home-delivered Italian meal that you can afford and are guaranteed to love, don't miss Paisano's Italian-from-Scratch restaurant.
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Mena Police Department July 20, 2014 David Chase Egger, 24, of Mena was arrested on outstanding felony warrant. July 21, 2014 Wesley Weeks, 24, Anthony Laxamana, 22, and Ilia Rushin, 33, all of Mena were charged with theft of property after an investigation by a local retail store. July 22, 2014
Austin Kain, 18, of Mena was charged with two counts of theft of property after an incident at a local retail store. Billy Hicks, 26, was charged with theft of property (shoplifting), third degree assault, and possession of a schedule VI controlled substance after a call to a local grocery store. July 23, 2014 A local woman reported that her former husband has been harassing her. Case is pending. July 24, 2014 Casey J. Walters, 33, of Mena, was arrested on two outstanding warrants. One was for theft of property and the other was for violation of Arkansas’ Hot Check Law. Employees at a local convenience store reported someone trying to pass a forged check to pay for merchandise. Case is pending interview of suspects. July 25, 2014
Tyler Wade Everett, 22, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure-to-pay fines and court costs. July 26, 2014 Deven Danielle Haddock, 26, a transient, was charged with criminal trespass after a call to a local convenience store. Employees at a local convenience store reported a gas-skip in the amount of $40.50. Case is pending location of suspect. A local couple reported that they are being threatened and harassed. The suspect is the former boyfriend of their niece. Case is pending. Officers completed an additional eight reports and worked seven accidents.
Polk County Sheriff’s Department July 21, 2014 Report from complainant on Pinecrest Lane near the Nunley community of vandalism to a vehicle, causing $500.00 in damages. Investigation continues. Arrested was Gerald E. Watkins, 37, of Wickes, on Charges of DWI, Speeding, Following Too Close, Careless/Prohibited Driving, Driving Left of Center, No Seatbelt, Littering and Refusal to Submit. July 22, 2014 Report from complainant on Strider Lane near Mena of the theft of a vehicle, valued at $3,000.00. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on West Oak Street in Cove of the theft of parts, electronics and gas from a vehicle, totaling losses at $160.00. Investigation continues. A 17-year-old Mena female was issued Juvenile Citations for Hindering Apprehension and Resisting Arrest. The juvenile was released to the custody of a parent/guardian. July 23, 2014 Report of a disturbance on Polk 290 near Cove led to the arrest of Jonathan D. Atchley, 34, of Cove, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. Report from a business in Cove of the theft of motor fuel, totaling losses at $61.68. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Dogwood Lane near Mena of the theft of a package from a mailbox, valued at $75.00. It was determined that the package had been delivered, and was located on the premises. July 24, 2014 Report of a burned out house on Polk 18 near Vandervoort. Origin of blaze is under investigation. Arrested was Michael A. White, 48, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons and Intent to Defraud a Drug/Alcohol Screening Test. Report from complainant on Highway 375 West near the Potter community of the theft of a sign, valued at $1,500.00. The sign was later recovered and returned to owner. Report from complainant of a broken door lock on a house that was being remodeled, totaling losses at $120.00.
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Investigation continues. Arrested was Joseph F. Hinkle, 36, of Cove, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. Arrested was Yavonne D. Miller, 49, of Mena, on a Warrant for Battery 3rd Degree. July 25, 2014 Report from complainant that a storage unit in the Potter community had been broken into and several tools and camping equipment had been taken, totaling losses at $650.00. Further investigation revealed that two other units had been broken into. Investigation continues. Request for a welfare check on an infant female. The child was found to be in satisfactory condition. July 26, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 36 near Hatfield of problems with a dog killing a chicken, totaling losses at $52.74. Officer spoke with both parties involved and advised of options. Report from complainant on Highway 88 East near the Ink community of the theft of an antique piece of furniture valued at $1,200.00. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Polk 32 near Cove of a possible attempted break-in, causing $250.00 in damages to a patio door. Investigation continues. July 27, 2014 Report of an alleged battery that had occurred at an earlier date. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Polk 188 near the Acorn community of the break-in and theft of faucets and a sink, totaling losses at $600.00. Investigation continues. Report from a business in Hatfield of the theft of motor fuel, totaling losses at $40.85. Investigation continues. Report of a disturbance on Highway 88 East near the Cherry Hill community. Officer advised one of the parties not to return to the residence. Complainant refused to press charges. Arrested was Thomas L. Kidwell, 35, of Mena, on a Warrant for Theft of Property. Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was James E. Simmons, 27, of Fort Smith, on Charges of Speeding and Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and a Body Attachment Warrant.
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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 33 Incarcerated Inmates; 15 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility, of which 5 are currently out of jail on a monitoring system. Archive reports MyPulseNews.com.
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HOME IMPROVEMENT THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
July 30, 2014
Home Improvement Tips to Make the Most of Small Spaces
(StatePoint) No matter where you live, you want to make the most of your available living and storage space. This is especially true for residents in urban areas who typically have smaller living spaces. And urban living is on the rise. As of 2010, more than half of all people lived in an urban area, and by 2030 it is anticipated that six out of every 10 people will be living in a city, according to the World Health Organization. But less space doesn’t mean that you have to go without, say experts. “A few simple adjustments can help you maintain your comfort in a small home,” says Robin Wilson, celebrity interior designer with expertise in creating healthy spaces. There are plenty of ways to “open up” your living spaces to create more room. The Living Room Choose furniture for a small living room that is appropriate for the space. For example, avoid sofas with skirts and select couches which are raised off the floor to create a more open look. A large, strategically placed mirror can also help create the illusion that your living room is actually much larger than it is. The same goes for lack of clutter. Be sure to keep a small space organized with a daily once-over. Storage Living simply can go a long way toward making your home feel larger. Every season,
go through your closet and toss aside items that are worn out, no longer fit, or are out of style. Use creative storage solutions to make more space. For example, an ottoman that doubles as a trunk is a great place to store old photos and keepsakes. A bike rack that mounts to the wall can clear valuable floor space in your foyer. The Kitchen The kitchen is often the heart of the home, particularly if you like entertaining or love to cook. Unfortunately, kitchens can get overcrowded quickly by excessive gadgetry. “If counter space is at a premium, consider highly functional appliances that have multiple uses,” says Wilson. For example, the Panasonic Genius NN-SD681S microwave is equipped with inverter technology, which gives this kitchen essential the ability to function like an oven and ensures every dish is cooked evenly throughout. Though it is compact in size, it still maintains a spacious interior and comes with an optional trim kit that easily converts this microwave to a built-in, freeing up counter space while giving a stylish accent to cabinetry. More information can be found at www. Panasonic.com. The Bathroom Give the illusion of space by decorating with pale or pastel colors on the walls and floor. Avoid using bolder colors, except on towels and ornamental pieces Throughout the Home Ensure that you have lighting at floor, table and eye level to help limit shadows. Another trick is to use a tall lamp to draw eyes upwards and add height to the room. A small home is no excuse for feeling cramped. With a few interior design strategies in place, you can make even the smallest space feel larger in size.
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Humane Society of the Ouachitas Pet of the Week for the Week of June 25, 2014
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION (RFQ) Marketing Director - The City of Mena Advertising and Promotion Commission is seeking a qualified candidate or agency for the position of Marketing Director. This position is responsible for providing festival and event planning, marketing plans, and marketing campaigns to promote tourism in Mena. Must have a background in event planning and/or marketing. This is a contact-only position. For more information please contact Becky Horton at 479-394-4585.
Zander I. has got to be one of the most regal looking dogs in Arkansas! He is a German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever mix. Zander loves other dogs but is wary of new people. Once you win his trust, he will be all yours! Zander has a gentle nature, is very compliant and has nice house manners. He is house trained and walks well on leash. He was born November 13’12 so he’s quite young. He is neutered and has all his shots. Truly a joy to photograph as handsome a dog as Zander, his noble profile, deep red tones in his shining fur, expressive face and eyes that will melt your heart. Zander would like to have a family that will love him forever.
I, Zachary Moore, would personally like to thank each and every person who participated in the gun raffle, bake sale, quilt raffle, and donated to help me get to Gearge Mason University for the annual Youth Summit on the Environment. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience. I had the opportunity to discuss environmental issues with the nation’s top scientists. I visited many historical sites in our nation’s capital including: The Smithsonian, The National Aquarium, The White House, and The National Geographic Insitute. I would also like to thank the following businesses for their sponsorship: Allbaugh’s Florist, Allen Herod CPA, Brodix, Davis Bros, Handy Hardware, KENA, Medi Shop, Mena Ford, Miller’s Signs and Graphix, Miner’s A and B Tires, Sterling Machinery, Street & Performance, Tellissa Montgomery/Shelter Insurance, The Pony Express, Tim’s Yamaha, Wal-Mart, and Washburns.
Give us a call. You’ll be glad you did! OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM until 2 PM 368 Polk Co. Rd. 50, Mena, AR OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: (479) 394-5682 WEB SITE: www.hsomena.org HSO is a NO KILL Shelter HSO is not affiliated with any other local, state or national animal rescue organization. HSO is a 501(c)(3) organization and your donations are tax deductible.
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THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
‘11
SUMMER BLOWOUT
Gentry Price $23,381
‘11
ON ANY VEHICLE IN STOCK
Kia Soul
0 CASH DOWN
Gentry Price:
$209/MO.*
‘10
MSRP: $27,505 - GM Rebate: $3,000 - Gentry Discount: $1,124
0 CASH DOWN
$239/MO.*
* Based on sales price of $15,900 @ 3.9% APR interest at 75 months WAC.
Jeep Patriot
Gentry Price:
$197/MO.*
* Based on sales price of $10,900 @ 4.9% at 63 months WAC.
‘06
P5760
Toyota Corolla
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Nissan Armada Leather, sunroof, loaded
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‘07
NEW ‘14 Chevy 1500
Gentry Price:
$11,900
Hyundai Accent 0 CASH DOWN
Gentry Price:
$224/MO.*
‘09 ‘06
* Payment based on sales price of $14,900 at 3.9% APR interest at 75 months WAC.
GMC 1500 4x4
Gentry Price:
$6,900
Nissan Maxima
Gentry Price:
$16,900
‘13
$7,950
Chevy Sonic LT
‘08
‘13 ‘05
Gentry Price:
$8,900
Honda CRV
* Payment based on sales price of $13,900 @ 3.9% APR interest at 75 months WAC.
Chevy Colorado
July 30, 2014
Chevy Impala LT
Gentry Price:
$16,680
Sunroof, great gas mileage, a very nice car
Gentry Price:
$9,900
Chevy 2500 HD NEW ‘14 4x4 T5660 MSRP: $37,650 - GM Rebate: $5,000 - Gentry Discount: $2,281
Gentry Price $30,369