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City Experiencing Increase in Complaints Regarding Dilapidated Properties
BY LEANN DILBECK The City of Mena’s Ordinance No. 2051, better known as the “Beautification Ordinance,” came under discussion during the August City Council meeting held recently as City Attorney Danny Thrailkill explained that Tammy Stockton had six citations waiting to be issued to property owners that were in violation. City officials said that there had been an increase in complaints. The “Beautification Ordinance” was passed in 2003 and as Thrailkill explained to those in attendance,
Arkansas Native Plant & Wildlife Receives Remarkable Donation
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BY MICHAEL REISIG Arkansas Native Plant and Wildlife Center and director Tommy Young have recently received a remarkable donation. Long-time area resident Laura Lee Head has donated 71 acres of heavily forested timberland to Young’s organization. The property is located on Highway 71 South, just past The Fish Net Restaurant. Young explained that about three months ago a friend of his, Everett Fairless, was working for Laura Lee Head when she expressed a desire to help conservation and animal organizations. Everett offered a suggestion about Young and his group. Young met with Head, and
It’s Polk County Fair Time! BY MELANIE BUCK The Polk County Fair and Rodeo Board (PCFRB) are pleased to bring the 2014 Polk County Fair to the area’s kids, of all ages and sizes. There will be something for everyone at this year’s event. Carnival rides are the most popular activiCONTINUED ON PAGE 18 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS & TICKETING INFO ON PAGE 21
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ARCO Launches “One More Day” Branding Initiative
[MENA, Ark.] The Arkansas Coalition of the Ouachitas has just announced a new branding initiative called “One More Day”. “The purpose of the branding initiative is to develop a brand – a common theme and graphic that can be used to market the many things to see and do in the ARCO region (Montgomery, Polk, and Scott Counties),” states Gar Eisele, ARCO Chair. “We want to encourage visitors to stay one more day in the region.” This initiative is sponsored by the Partners for a Vibrant Sustainable Future, a collaboration between the CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
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BY MELANIE BUCK The Janssen Park Spring has been a staple of many Polk County citizens since the beginning of Mena when ‘the log cabin’ was the only building in town, back in 1895. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
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Everyone wants to feel valued and wanted. Feeling insignificant… even invisible… is incredibly painful, whether you’re 5 or 50. Whether it’s being the last kid picked for kick-ball, or being a teenager seeing pics of all your “friends” at a party you weren’t invited to on Instagram, or maybe it’s working your hardest to earn a promotion… nobody ever enjoys feeling left-out or continuously overlooked. Nobody knows me. Nobody will even notice I’m not there… are all too familiar feelings for some. We know we are all created to be unique but there are those certain people who are so charismatic that regardless of what room they enter, everyone wants to know them… but that is essentially a small percentage of people, and deep down inside, if we were all truly honest, we desire to be that person just once in our life. Everyone wants to find a place where they belong and when they do find that niche, socially, academically, etc., they can flourish. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs identifies this as a crucial element to achieving self-actualization. There’s nothing wrong with performing or working hard for the respect of others but more importantly, we need to examine our motives and remember that we are not here to promote ourselves but to be His servants and witnesses. We are to do all that we do to His glory and not our own. Ironically, it is one of the least known people of the Bible, Haggai, who helps us deal with feelings of insignificance. The little-known prophet is tucked away in a spot where pages are seldom turned. One short Old Testament book. Two chapters. Thirty-eight verses. Easily missed. Haggai knew about being unknown and unappreciated and worked with people who felt this way. They lived in a distant corner of the powerful Persian Empire, a little cubicle in a giant office complex. Their accomplishments seemed meager compared to those in other portions of their world. Haggai had one task: motivating people who felt invisible to attempt something great for God. He challenged them to build the temple in Jerusalem. His words were simple, but very challenging. "Give careful thought to your ways" (Haggai 1:5). When facing feelings of insignificance, keep your eyes focused on Him (instead of yourself) and remember that He created you in His image. Continue to invest in the kingdom and remember that your rewards and praises are not here on this Earth and it may require you to make deep sacrifices. Even though you think others may not see, find comfort in knowing that He sees all. Thirdly, just as Haggai reminded those who grew weary, let God supply the significance… His story is much bigger than just our tiny piece of it. His story is about redemption. It’s the story with the greatest significance and you can have a supporting role in it. No one is insignificant in the eyes of God. He knows the numbers of the hairs on your head! It’s all in the perspective. Don’t minimize your importance. If your job is cleaning houses, see the value you bring to others’ lives. They trust you in their most private spaces to clean and to bring order to their lives and their families. It’s a privilege. Nobody knows me. Nobody cares about what I do… are attitudes that signify selfishness and according to author Patrick Lencioni, these feelings are two sure signs that a person isn't doing tasks to the best of his or her abilities. Is that you? At work? In school? In church? Give Him your all without expecting anything else because He has already given you His very best in His Son. Keep pressing on toward the goal to win the prize! Philipians 3:14
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Montgomery Elected to Union Bank Board of Directors; Maddox Promoted
[MENA, Ark.] Philip B. Hensley, President and CEO of Union Bankshares, Inc., has announced the election of Jeff Montgomery to the Board of Directors of the Union Bank of Mena and the election of David Maddox as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Union Bankshares, Inc., and as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Union Bank of Mena. Montgomery is a 1969 graduate of Mena High School and a 1974 graduate of the University of Arkansas obtaining a degree in finance. Montgomery is co-owner of Montco, Inc., a local company which manufactures parts for the classic automotive industry. Jeff resides in Mena with Penny, his wife and business partner. He is a member and past president of the Mena Lions Club, a member and past chairman of the Mena Airport Commission, served on the Mena School District Board, and currently serves on the Freedom Water Board. He and his wife are members of the Crossing Church. Maddox has served on the Board of Directors of Union Bankshares, Inc., and the Union Bank of Mena since the early 1980’s and will continue to also serve as secretary of both boards. Hensley said “we are very fortunate to have Jeff elected to the Union Bank of Mena Board of Directors and to have David named as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of both Union Bankshares, Inc., and Union Bank of Mena. Union Bank of Mena is the only locally owned bank in Polk County while providing financial products and services to the Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma region.
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Richard Myhand, Director of Operations for Beasley Wood Funeral Home, has named Sonya Kesterson as Manager of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home in Mena. Kesterson, a life-long resident of Polk County, has been serving families through the funeral home since 1993 and is looking forward to her new role. Myhand expressed his complete confidence in Kesterson. Beasley Wood Funeral Home will be featured in an upcoming issue of The Pulse as a Business of the Week.
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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge that has taken social media by storm and as of Friday, had raised $48 million, has circulated through the county. Mark Kinder, Plant Manager at the local Nidec was not exempt from being challenged by Regina Lawry. He accepted the challenge Monday afternoon just outside the plant entrance.
Lock-Down Issued at Cossatot River High School BY LEANN DILBECK The administration of Cossatot River High School issued a ‘code blue’ Friday afternoon, August 22, at approximately 2 p.m. putting the entire campus in full lockdown mode after learning of a possible shooting in Cove. The action triggered Cossatot’s automatic notification system to issue alerts to parents of the lock-down and to not come to the campus, causing wide-spread panic and confusion. Officials from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that the shooting was actually a suicide in Hatfield. Someone hearing of a “possible shooting” from the scanner then posted it to Facebook and the snowball of misinformation ensued, ultimately leading to a school-wide lock-down. Standard protocol states that schools are required to go into lock-down when there has been a shooting reported within a certain radius of the campus. Officials from the Sheriff’s Department said the school’s principal was operating under the misinformation that the shooting was in Cove. Students were later dismissed in normal routine without any incident.
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On Thursday, August 14, the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce welcomed new members Paisano’s Italian from Scratch Restaurant. Paisano’s is owned by Greg and Crystal Vereyken and Brandon Vereyken and is located at 1110 Hwy. 71 South in Mena.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION IN MENA SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 23 OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS In accordance with the requirements of Ark. Code Ann. §6-14-109. notice is hereby given that the annual school election in the above named school district will be held on September 16, 2014, for the following purposes: To elect 1 member to the Board of Directors for a term of 3 years; To submit the question of voting a total school tax rate (state and local) of 35.9 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable property located in this School District. The proposed tax includes the uniform rate of tax (the “Statewide Uniform Rate") to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 35.9 mills includes 25.0 mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operation and 10.9 mills for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be used by the District for other school purposes. The total proposed school tax levy of 35.9 mills represents the same rate presently being collected. The Mena School District has chosen to hold their election with Absentee and Early Voting only. No polls will be open on Election Day. The School has no candidates with opposition and there will be no change in millage. Absentee and Early Voting will be held at the Polk County Clerk’s office, 507 Church, Mena, Arkansas beginning Tuesday, September 9th through Monday, September 15th during the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
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Feeding the Infantry
BY MELANIE BUCK Three Mena businesses gave the troops a big ‘thank you’ in the form of a BBQ dinner with all the trimmings. Boyd Interiors, 71 Diesel, and Hampton Aviation traveled to the 1st Battalion, 153rd Infantry Regiment National Guard unit in Malvern and prepared a feast for the soldiers during a Change of Command ceremony. Rodney Lay of Mena was Company Commander for the unit. During the ceremony he was honored with the new position of Executive Training Officer. Other Mena natives in the unit include James Schnell and Reece Boyd. Dean & Cindy Boyd, Frank & Nina Moore, Emily Schnell, and Larry Davis, began cooking ribs, brisket, baked beans, potato salad, and cobblers at about 5 a.m. that morning. Wanting no credit, the cooks want all to know that the troops were more than deserving and thankful and, that they intend to do it again. This ‘thank you’ was the beginning of an idea to serve Polk County Veteran’s this fall. The trio plans to incorporate other businesses to help prepare, cook, and serve all veterans of the county, and their families, on Veteran’s Day, November 11. Keep watching in The Pulse for details about this upcoming event.
The Bearcat Foundation Inc., held its first annual Powder Puff Football tournament last Friday in conjunction with the Bearcat Scrimmage. Necessary Roughness dominated the field and the tournament, winning undefeated. For more pics from this event, check out the Schools/Youth page at MyPulseNews.com.
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Semi-Rollover Accident in Hatfield
BY MELANIE BUCK An 18-wheel tractor-trailer carrying a full load of lumber overturned recently next to Hatfield First Baptist Church resulting in the driver being taken to Mena Regional Health System. According to officers on the scene, the driver, from Memphis, Tennessee, was south bound on Hwy. 71, when his front right tire dropped off the shoulder of the road. The truck then traveled down the steep embankment when, due partially to the heavy load, the truck began to overturn. It made one complete roll before landing upright and scattering the contents of the truck and trailer. Fortunately, the driver was considered not critical at this time. The accident was worked by Arkansas State Trooper Chris Garner.
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after hearing about his plans to create an exceptional nature center and preserve in Polk County, it led to the magnanimous gift. While the process has begun, it will be quite some time before all the paperwork is completed, but eventually Young said he hopes to turn his present facility on 270 West into a bird of prey hospital and use some of the pine timber from the new location to build a remarkable facility that will not only be a boon to animals everywhere but a fine addition to the county’s tourist industry. For well over a 30-year span Young has been a major part of rehabbing and conservation for our community and the Central U.S. In his career he has received “The Governor’s Award” for Wildlife Rehabilitation, he was chosen as “Wildlife Conservationist of The Year” by The Audubon Society, as well as “Citizen of The Year” by The Elks and The Rotary Club of Mena. Young has also received the prestigious “Modern Woodsman Hero of The Year” and the Governor’s “Conservation Achievement” award, among many others. Young explained that this could well be the opportunity he has sought all of his life. The money will put him over a legal hurdle he has struggled with for years. “I have been required to have a net worth of $200,000 to operate successfully within the parameters of government and state,” he explained. “We’ve always been the red-haired stepchild when it comes to government, never having that kind of net worth, we have not been eligible for most Federal and State grants. This will provide us the financial success to become legitimate in the eyes of the system.” Now with this unprecedented opportunity, Young can have the wildlife center of his dreams. “The property contains a wealth of pines,” he explained. “We can harvest them and allow the area to go back to a natural hardwood forest, and use the revenue from the pines to build the new center. The new center will be called DARR Facility, as per Laura Lee Head’s wishes – in honor of her parents.” But while this has been a remarkable blessing for Young and his group, it won’t be completed for some time to come. Young estimates as much as two years before he will be totally operational. In the interim, he still has to maintain his present facility with dozens of creatures to feed and nurse to health. Young is planning a remarkable mass release of animals and birds he has nursed back to health in the first part of November and he wants everyone to watch for the dates on the release. It should be an exceptional experience for nature lovers. In the meantime, he has lots of mouths to feed, and the center can always use donations of dry dog food, and fruits and vegetables (especially those that are dropping from trees now and won’t be eaten by humans). Anyone who would like to donate money to this very worthy cause can contact The First National Bank in Mena, where there is a donations account set up. Mena Fire Department responded to a fire call on August 20, at The Chopping Block restaurant in Mena. According to Fire Chief John Puckett, three pumper trucks arrived on the scene when they realized it was not the restaurant itself, but the 'smokehouse building' that sits adjacent to the main restaurant. William Rainey, owner of The Chopping Block, reported that an employee had failed to close the lid on the smoker inside the building which caused the fire. No one was injured; however, the building is a total loss. [PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBERT CLARK]
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there was significant “push-back” from citizens. Thrailkill described the ordinance as “watered-down” because of a difficult meeting held on June 9, 2003, in which citizens were very vocal in their resistance of having the standards imposed. Thrailkill explained that there are a myriad of situations surrounding the cases and enforcing the ordinance is very complex. He cited the former Councell’s Corner property in which efforts have been made to clean-up and bring into compliance but now the property owner has appealed the District Court’s decision to the Circuit Court. A court date was scheduled for August 13 but a continuance has been filed due to an illness. He said in many cases, there are absentee owners, or it is in an estate and the value of the real estate is worth less than the cost of the clean-up or demolition. Thrailkill explained that the City had been very lenient since the tornado in allowing residents sufficient time to cleaned-up or seek assistance to cleanup. “But now is the time to get things clean-up.” Concurring with Thrailkill, Mena Mayor George McKee explained, consideration now has to be given to the community as a whole, how tourists view the community, and the effects that dilapidated properties have on surrounding property owners. A complete copy of the ordinance may be found with this story at MyPulseNews.com
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Janssen Park Spring
The spring has been used by countless citizens and visitors, to not only grab a quick drink while enjoying the park, but also to fill jugs full of water for home use, and much more. Shirley Manning reported, “that was the only water available for us at Central School.” There are many memories and old stories that were created at the edge of the spring. Pictures and news articles tell the story best. One such article was printed in The Mena Star on August 19, 1909, where Judge J.P. Kelly employed a company to clean out the spring. Many items were found inside including, “24 marbles, a doll head and many tin cups.” Another article from November 9, 1933 tells the horrific story of a 77-year old man giving up on life and sticking his head through the small opening under the concrete covering in the spring until he drowned, citing in letters nearby, “I am tired of life and the world as I find it.” Many happy memories surround the spring as well. Family picnics, weddings, and a “water cooler” type social gathering place, the spring means more than just a place to get a cold drink of water. It is a part of Mena’s history, from the very beginning. Also printed in the article from 1909, was a statement that sums up just how important the spring has been, “Each season more people realize the value of this fine spring, and more water is carried away for drinking purposes, some by railway men to cities many miles away. There are cities that would give thousands of dollars to own such a spring.” Manning recently asked The Pulse, “why we can no longer drink the water from the spring in Janssen Park?” Manning stated that she has had many people ask her why, but she has no answer. “I grew up drinking it, and my kids and grandkids drank it. So where is the truth behind the sign that says it is no longer safe to drink?” said Manning. Manning is referring to the sign that hangs under the eve of the gazebo, built to protect the spring. The sign reads: “THIS WATER IS NOT SAFE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION DO NOT DRINK!” Through investigating the subject, The Pulse was led to City Attorney Danny Thrailkill, who stated, “Because of where the spring is located, the number of people that are near, and things such as fertilized lawns, the groundwater is not suitable. We don’t know what kind of contaminates may be in the water. It has been a long time since it’s been tested and the city chooses to take an abundance of care for the health and safety of the public. It may be fine but we just don’t know and don’t want to take the risk.” Though many fail to see the sign, it’s been there for at least 25 years to encourage people to not take the risk themselves. Regina Walker, formerly City Clerk/Treasurer for more than 26 years, was in office when the city decided to hang the sign. Walker stated, “We tested the water to see if it could be consumed and it was a precautionary measure Arkansas Coalition of the Ouachitas, Rich Mountain Community College, and the to insure the safety of our citizens, on behalf of the city to warn the public because of the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. liability the city could face.” “Thousands of people visit the ARCO region each year, and they often are not As part of Mena’s founding history, the spring has given much of itself to the many aware of the many things to see and do in each of the three ARCO counties,” states generations that have visited and, by hope, it will be there for many, many more. Carla Vaught, ARCO Board Member and Polk County Extension Agent. “Based on FOR A COMPLETE HISTORICAL PHOTO GALLERY OF THE the 2013 Arkansas Tourism Annual Report, if we can entice them to stay one more day in the region, this would increase travel and tourism by 31%- an increase in travSPRING, CHECK OUT MYPULSENEWS.COM. el and tourism, expenditures in the region by $16.5 million. This would support our travel and tourism businesses, increase jobs, and increase local government tax revenues.” The ARCO brand logo would be used in many ways, such as on websites, signage, advertising, printed materials, e-mail, social media, press release and banners. In addition, organizations and businesses would be invited to add this brand logo with a hotlink to their websites and use it in their marketing efforts. Because a great brand expresses who a community is and what it offers, the public is encouraged to go on-line to complete the branding survey here: http://arcostrong.org/Survey.html If you would like an ARCO board member to discuss this with your organization, contact Tammy Young, ARCO Board Member and Community Relations Director for Rich Mountain Community College at 479394-7622. Creating a brand for the region – a logo and slogan that expresses who we are and what have to offer, is the first step in this process. If we are successful in encourAssociate Broker aging our visitors to stay ”one more day”, we will all benefit, Eisele concluded.
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The 3rd Annual Bert Hensley Memorial Golf Tournament hosted by the RMCC Foundation was a tremendous success! The tournament was held at the Glenwood Country Club with over 112 players and 28 teams registered for the event. Mark your calendar for the 4th Annual Bert Hensley Memorial Golf Tournament.
Play “The Bert” Saturday, May 30, 2015!
1st Flight Winners:
1st Place - MENA MEDICAL ASSOCIATES - TEAM 1 Tim Bowen, Ki Hartsfield, Thomas Sullivan, Blake Cansler
2nd Place - UNION BANK - TEAM 1 Avel Mendoza, Lucas Graves, Reed Mendoza, Ronnie Graves
2nd Flight Winners:
3rd Place - CREWS & ASSOCIATES Paul Phillips, Rick Angel, Roland Pennington, Ron Smith
3rd Flight Winners:
1st Place - MOSIER TEAM Aaron Pasquinzo, Drew Plunkett, Caleb Ward, Georgie Davis
2nd Place - THE EXPENDABLES Steve Rook, Neil Springborn, Bill Stoneman, Leo Diaz
1st Place - PRESIDENT’S MEN - TEAM 1 Phillip Wilson, Marc David Wilson, Bill Johnston, Austin Johnston
2nd Place - NABHOLZ TEAM 2 Todd Piepergiedes, Josh Thessing, Joel Blansett, Michael Parker
3rd Place - FIRST NATIONAL BANK Jason Lenderman, Sean Mullinex, Mike Mullinex, David Owens
In addition to flight winners, over 75 drawing and contest prizes were awarded!
3rd Place - MENA CENTER FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH Carlos Rocha, Scott Vacca, Bryan Hebert, Jon Pate
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Margaret Elizabeth Henry Bell, age 89, of Mena passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2014 in Mena. She was born May 27, 1925 in Dierks, Arkansas to the late Reese Davis Henry and the late Rosa Etta Leeper Henry. She was married to the late Champ Bell and was a school secretary for Acorn School System for many years. She is survived by grandson Rodney Grenier and wife Heather of Mena, Arkansas; great-grandchildren David and Sarah Grenier; daughter-in-law Margaret Head. She was preceded in death by her parents Reese and Rosa Etta Henry; husband Champ Bell; son Alfred Lawrence Grenier; daughter Mary Elizabeth Bell; sisters Lois Burr, Ruth Walters, Rosemary Metz, and Racheal Henry; brothers Reese D. Henry, Jr. and William Henry. Funeral services were Saturday, August 23, 2014, 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Mena, Arkansas with Brother Tom Frase and Brother Bobby Bell officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Vistation was general. Pallbearers were Jim Barton, Wingo Johnson, Rick Kauffman, Ernie Overcast, Billy Wood, and Jim Montgomery. Honorary pallbearers were the Bill Spencer Sunday School class.
Scott Delaney Morris, age 59, a nearly lifelong resident of Mena, Arkansas passed away Friday, August 22, 2014, after a long decline in his health. He was born August 13, 1955 in Amarillo, Texas to Jack Delaney Morris and Lauragene Lewis Morris. Scott was raised by his maternal grandmother, Ms. Ruby Lewis a Mena resident from 19671976. He attended Mena High School where he played football, graduating in 1975. After high school Scott worked for the Rural Electric Association for 10 years before joining the staff of the Arkansas Farm Bureau where he was a lead agent for many years until his retirement in 2012. He married Karen Goodner, also of Mena, on April 18, 1987. Their two sons Britain and Braeden also of Mena, were his proudest life achievement. They were married for 27 years. He was an active member of the Dallas Avenue Baptist Church, where he served on the praise team. Scott was a past Exalted Ruler of the Elks and was a member of Promise Keepers. He served on the board of Polk County Developmental Center and loved to coach Little League football and inspired the youth of his community as well as the youth of his church. Scott was an avid hunter, and greatly enjoyed the outdoors and will be remembered for his laugh and making others smile.
In addition to his wife and children, he is survived by his sister Shannon Morris Rogers of Augusta, South Carolina and her husband Billy Rogers, both former Mena residents; his brother Brett Morris and wife Cynthia of Richmond, Kentucky; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Ruby Lewis, and parents Jack and Lauragene Morris. A memorial service will be Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the Dallas Avenue Baptist Church with Brother Justin Leonard and Brother Donnie Edwards officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dallas Avenue Baptist Praise Team.
DONALD EDWARDS
Donald Edwards, age 71 of Mena, passed away Monday, August 25, 2014 in Mena, Arkansas. He was born September 7, 1942 in Big Fork, Arkansas to the late Andy Edwards and the late Ruby Bates Edwards. He was married to Loretta Nault Edwards and was a machinist by profession. Donald was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He was called “Daddy Don” by many. His love transcended all barriers of race, age, or creed. Donald loved to grow a garden
and share the harvest with family and friends. He loved visiting with people, fishing, and hunting. Donald was a very hard worker with a strong work ethic. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by wife Loretta Edwards of the home; son Leslie Edwards of Big Fork, Arkansas; daughter Lisa Cooper and husband John of Memphis, Tennessee; grandchildren Cody Edwards and wife Haily of Mena, Arkansas, Matthew Cooper, Amanda Cooper; great-grandchildren Zoe Edwards, Jolene Edwards; sisters Argielee Brown, Jewell Roberts; numerous nieces and nephews; extended family Sharon McGee, Charlene O’Flinn. He was preceded in death by parents Andy and Ruby Edwards; brothers Henry Lafayette and David D. Edwards Funeral services will be Thursday, August 28, 2014, 10:00 a.m. at Beasley Wood Chapel with Brother Walter Graham. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Big Fork, Arkansas under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Family and friends visitation will be Wednesday, August 27, 2014 6:00-8:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be John Atchley, Marty Philpot, David Young, John Napier, Thomas Marshall and Bruce Edwards. Honorary pallbearers will be D.C. (Dale) Spencer, Hoyt Graves and sons, Jorilee Sikes, Bobby Bunyard, and all his Hunting Buddies.
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August 27, 2014
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Jeff Field - On the Front Lines in the War on Drugs
BY JACLYN ROSE Jeff Field was born in Detroit, Michigan, where he lived until his father retired from Ford Motor Company in 1991. At the age of 15, Field, along with his family, moved from the hustle and bustle of one of the biggest cities in the Midwest to small town, Mena, Arkansas. “It was very different for me, definitely culture shock. I went from a school district with 3,000 students to Acorn School District with 300 students, but it’s home now,” explained Field. After graduating high school in 1994, Field went on to obtain his Associate’s Degree from Rich Mountain Community College. During that time, he took a Criminal Justice class and interned at Mena Police Department. “I always knew I wanted to be a cop, even as a child I loved to play cop games. Ray Shelley started me in the office doing databases and clerical stuff, basically starting at the bottom,” said Field. Field was a full-time officer with the Mena Police Department by the year 2000 and he graduated from the Police Academy in 2001. He continued as a patrolman until 2004, at which time he was approached and asked to join the 18th West Judicial Drug Task Force. The Drug Task Force works in both Polk and Montgomery Counties and is governed by a Board which includes both the counties’ sheriffs, as well as, Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner. The Drug Task Force is grant funded and holds long and shortterm investigations. They also approach houses and knock on doors and collect information. This group fights on the very front lines in the war on drugs. “Drugs are connected to everything: theft, violence, abuse - many problems are drug related. It’s terrifying sometimes. If anyone says they are not scared doing what we do, they are lying. I strictly deal with people not wanting my help. It’s humbling because I see people at their worst, but I also see them at their best. Don’t get me wrong, it’s very rewarding. I can’t imagine doing anything else.” Most recently this group, along with assistance from many agencies including the local sheriff’s office, conducted Operation Pilled-Up, which began as a six-month long investigation into the sales of prescription drugs. “I couldn’t ask for a better outcome. With the sale of prescription drugs, you also fall into the sale of other narcotics but everyone was safe and multiple agencies came out to support us,” explained Field. “With drugs it’s not if they get caught, it’s when. This is a small town and a round-up like that is nothing in a lot of places, but it’s a big deal here. I do this to make the community better, because this is home.” Field married his wife, Elicia, in July of 2012 and between the two, they have six children and one grandchild. “My wife is a wonderful person. She has a very strong Christian heart and is very virtuous. She is the best thing that ever happened to me,” said Field. Quite the contrast from Detroit, Mena is a place Field is now proud to call home. “I am blessed. I love my town. I love my job. I love my church. It’s safe here. We have good schools. Even though I don’t have much family here, I don’t feel alone. I feel like I have family here. Even the worst day in Polk County is better than any day anywhere else,” Field explained.
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am blessed. I love my town. I love my job. I love my church. It’s safe here.”
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BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – Almost 60 percent of Arkansas public school students take the bus to school, and each morning they spend an average of about 49 minutes on the bus, according to an extensive survey by legislative analysts. On average, they spend another 49 minutes riding home. The survey was required by Act 1288 of 2013. Under the Arkansas Constitution it is the legislature’s duty to provide an adequate and equitable education and there is research indicating that lengthy student travel time can have a negative effect on students’ academic achievement levels. It also can limit their opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities. The longest average rides are by a few students who spend two hours and 47 minutes on the bus each morning, and the same amount of time on the bus going home. They attend magnet schools in Little Rock but live outside the district. The shortest average times on the bus are for a student who gets to school three minutes after boarding the bus. The most common bus ride is for 45 minutes to and from school. The 50 percent of students who are in the middle range, in other words those between the 25th percentile and the 75th percentile, spend from 35 minutes to an hour on the bus each morning and again on the bus going home. It’s common for districts to stagger the starting time for elementary, middle and high schools to give bus drivers time to drop off young students and then pick up older ones. There are 238 school districts in Arkansas and they run 5,360 buses. Every day each bus carries an average of 48 students. Every day, Arkansas school buses drive a total of 5,321 miles. Bus drivers were paid an average of $9,794 in salary last year. Over the past 10 years about 60 percent of the public school students in Arkansas have ridden the bus to school. Last year 59 percent of the 460,000 students rode the bus. That is more than 270,000 students. Arkansas schools spent $184 million on transportation costs in Fiscal Year 2013. Those costs include drivers’ salaries, financing vehicles and maintenance. It would require more buses and drivers to reduce the long ride times. It would cost $2.7 million to limit all bus rides to 90 minutes, and 106 districts would have to add vehicles and drivers. To limit all bus rides to an hour, it would cost $18.6 million and 124 districts would have to add vehicles and drivers. Lottery Scholarships The state Lottery Commission projected that in the current fiscal year $78.2 million will be available for scholarships. In Fiscal 2012 the lottery generated more than $97 million for scholarships, and in the following two years the total fell to $90 million and $81 million. Lottery experts say that in every state where a lottery is created, revenue tends to decline after a few years because the initial excitement wanes. The legislature has had to reduce scholarship amounts because of declines in lottery ticket sales. Higher education and lottery officials anticipate that there will be enough money to fund scholarships for all college students whose grades make them eligible this year.
BY STATE REPRESENTATIVE NATE BELL There's a lot of false information being spread and rumors about the possibility of a new state prison in Polk County are continuing to run wild. First of all, I’d like to remind everyone once again that the discussion of a state prison and the sheriff’s jail proposal are completely unrelated. As I said at the town hall meeting, after I heard from a number of people who believed that Polk County could compete for the prison project proposed by ADC, I decided it would be in everyone's best interest to know exactly what the project requirements are and to learn more about ADC's plans for the facility if it is eventually built. Based on the formal criteria established, there are several sites in our local area that could potentially qualify for the project. Owners of a couple of them contacted me to offer them for consideration as potential sites. It is a part of my job as your representative to inform communities about potential economic development opportunities. My role in these situations is to provide the public and community leaders with as much factual information as possible and to support whatever decision they make. I called for a community meeting simply to provide local leaders and the public with factual information about the project from the ADC officials responsible for making the location determinations. I'd like to reinforce a few key points. 1. ADC has no preferred location for their proposed facility. 2. No location will be considered unless a proposal is submitted by 10/24/14. 3. There are at least 4-5 communities that plan to submit proposals. Based on recent reports, some of them plan to include incentive packages that are out of reach for our community. This basically means that even if a local proposal was submitted the project would likely go to one of the other communities that is offering incentives. 4. The project has not yet been funded or approved by the legislature. At this time it is likely that I will oppose funding of the project due to concerns about funding of the ongoing cost of operations. 5. I don't personally know of anyone or any community within 90 miles of Mena that is planning to submit a proposal for the project. Judge Ellison announced last week that he does not intend to submit a proposal and listed the reasons why he does not believe it’s feasible to pursue the project. The Mena Mayor has also indicated that he does not intend to pursue the project. There's nothing to oppose or to support because no proposal exists, has ever been planned, or is likely to be planned. If I find another development opportunity that might be available to any of the communities in HD20, I’ll once again do my best to bring factual information to everyone who might be affected. It's my belief that our communities benefit when we have as much information as possible. Knowledge is power and open discussion is healthy. I don't believe in keeping the people in the dark about potential economic development opportunities and I don't support back room decision making. That's simply not how I operate. My children are the 6th generation of my family to live in this area. I spent my childhood here and returned after a few years of living out of state because I wanted to raise my children here. I love this area because of who its people are and what it has to offer. It's my home and I’m gonna work hard to see it continue to be a great place to live, work and raise a family for the next 6 generations and beyond.
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SCHOOL
August 27, 2014
County Schools Closed
Mena Public Schools, Ouachita River School District, and Cossatot River School District will be closed on Monday, Spetember 1, 2014 in observance of Labor Day. Schools will resume at the regular time on Tuesday, September 2nd.
Mohr Awarded Scholarship
Layton Mohr was awarded a scholarship from the Dallas Masonic Lodge #128. Members, W.M Dean Whitener and D.D.G.M. Jack Peebles presented the $500.00 scholarship to him.
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Mena Public Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Cereal, Toast, Peaches, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Sausage Patty, Biscuit, Sliced Pears, Juice, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Cereal, Toast, Banana, Juice, Milk Friday: 9/5 Super Donut, Grapes, Juice, Milk Mena Public Schools Lunch Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Main: Pork Rib Patty on Bun, Corn Chips, Baked Beans, Mixed Fruit, Milk; Choice: Hot Dog, Tots, Baked Beans, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Main: Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes w Gravy, Green Beans, Hot Roll, Fruit, Milk; Choice: Mini Corndogs, Spinach Salad, Green Beans, Fritos, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Main: Baked Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Carrots, Roll, Fruit, Milk; Choice: Salisbury Steak, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Carrots, Roll, Fruit, Milk Friday: 9/5 Main: Hamburger, Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Side Kicks, Milk; Choice: Chicken Patty on a Bun, Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Side Kicks, Milk Acorn Breakfast Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Poptart, Fruit, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Cereal, Fruit, Juice, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Breakfast Bagel, Fruit, Juice, Milk Friday: 9/5 Biscuit with Sausage, Fruit, Juice, Milk Acorn Lunch Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Ribbett Sandwich, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Chickn Strips, Mashed Potatoes, Spinach Salad, Fruit, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Beef Taco, Ranch Style Beans, Lettuce/Tomato, Oatmeal Cookie, Fruit, Milk Friday: 9/5 Pepperoni Pizza, Tossed Salad, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Fruit, Milk Cossatot River School Breakfast Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Sausage Biscuit, Grapes, Juice, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Breakfast Bagel, Apples, Juice, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Sausage Roll, Strawberries, Juice, Milk Friday: 9/5 Super Donut, Orange Wedges, Juice, Milk Cossatot River School Lunch Menu Monday: 9/1 No School - Labor Day Tuesday: 9/2 Hamburger, French Fries, Lettuce/Tomato, Pickles, Mandrain Oranges, Milk Wednesday: 9/3 Chicken Fajita, Lettuce/Tomatoes, Cheese/Salsa, Pinto Beans, Sliced Bread, Peaches, Milk Thursday: 9/4 Beef Strips, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Blackeyed Peas, Tossed Salad, Fruit Cocktail, Milk Friday: 9/5 Sub Sandwich, Lettuce/ Tomato, Pickles, Corn, Pineapple/Bananas, Milk
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Old Friends…
BY MICHAEL REISIG My old friend Bill, the fellow with whom I shared so many adventures in the Caribbean so many years ago, visited us recently with his wife, Linda. It was wonderful to reconnect to a piece of my life that I treasure, and I was reminded how important old friends are. We talked about the people we knew way back when – the ones who are still with us and the ones that have taken a hiatus in the play of life, and I remembered that old friends are a lot like good books. You have to visit them from time to time, to be reminded of their depth and their value. I thought of the poet Robert Southey, who said, "No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other’s worth…” It seems to me that friends are the bulwarks in life – the old ones help us grow old gracefully with the pleasure of reminiscence, and the new ones help us to maintain our vitality, our sense of purpose, and our zest for living. Finding old friends again is like finding a sparkling gem in the dust of life – it glitters and your eyes brighten and sometimes mist when you contemplate its making. It takes a long time to grow a real friend, and we must always remember that value when life grants us an encounter. Time changes all things slightly, and we must be willing to compromise and to compensate occasionally, and never allow our ego or our pride to sully the delight in that special possession. The conversations with someone who has walked a few miles with you are precious. It’s like stepping into a time machine. You become surrounded with a collage of recollections – a trip down memory lane. I sometimes wonder how deep and broad that lane is, for there are occasions when we meet someone for the first time, and it seems like nothing more than finding them again. You see a face, and the whole world seems to go eerily silent, and funnels down to nothing more than the person in front of you. The eyes, the smile, and the voice are so familiar you just want to say, “Lord! It’s so good to see you again!” If you haven’t experienced this, then it all sounds like so much esoteric moonshine, but for those of you whom the gods have graciously allowed this remarkable, perhaps ageless connection, you understand. You’re smiling now and nodding your head, because you know exactly what it feels like. Although there may be a distance between us, we’re really not that far apart, because friendship is never measured by miles, it’s gauged by the heart. You can’t concoct old friends – it’s an alchemy of sorts that is born of giving, sharing, laughter, and pain. Old friends are the ones who can remember with you, and remember how far you’ve come…
Thomas Sullivan, M.D. General Surgery
Steve Forrest, M.D. Family Medicine
Stephen Luker, D.O. Family Medicine
Richard Eccles, M.D. Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
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I would just like to say thank you very much to everyone involved with honoring me during the Polk County Rodeo. It meant much more than y'all will ever know. I'm proud to be associated with such fine people and love all of the memories that have been made. I look forward to many more. Thank you all again. Gene Ross Mena, Ark. Letters to the Editor Policy - The Polk County Pulse reserves all rights to reject submissions. Anonymous letters are not permitted. All letters to the editor must be signed, include author's town of residence, and be free of the threat of libel. Letters must be 300 words or less. We prefer they stay in the bounds of sensibility and good taste. We reserve the right to authenticate letters before publishing.
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how to improve your Fire Dept. * 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 479437-3111 or Sarah 479-234-3620 for more information. * 7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting will be at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. FRIDAY, 8/29 * 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. - The Fiber Group will meet at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Come and bring your project and join this group working with a variety of fibers. * 7 p.m. - Overeaters Anonymous will be meeting at Christ Episcopal Church, 803 Church Ave. No dues. No fees. No weighins. No diets. Call 501-413-4498 or 479394-4240. * 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, 8/30 * 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. - Hug A Tree! Come join Park Interpreter Rawlings and explore the different trees of the Cossatot River. Also investigate why these towering life forms live in the areas they are located. Be sure to bring bug spray and wear outdoor clothing. Don’t forget to bring a bottle of water! Meeting Place: Waterleaf Trail by Visitor Center. * 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. * 6 p.m. - Yocana Baptist Church worship sing, pray, and testimony. Public attendance and participation is cordially invited. Potluck meal before the worship service at 7 p.m. * 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, 8/31 * 2 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. * 6:30 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall. MONDAY, 9/1 * 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. - Alcoholics Anonymous - 12+12 Study at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419. TUESDAY, 9/2 * 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.. * 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 479394-3880. * 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - FREE Delicious Lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen at Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 149 Polk Rd 43 (Fairground Road), Mena. 479-3947404. 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. * 5:15 p.m. - Healthy Connections Inc. will hold its monthly Board of Directors Meeting at the HCI Mena location, Community Room. The meeting is open to the puplic. * 6 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 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 479-2341109. * 8 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the 1st United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. For info call 479-234-2887 or 479234-3043. WEDNESDAY, 9/3 * 6 p.m. - Narcotics Anonymous Meeting at 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 6 p.m. - Ouachita Arts & Crafts Guild meeting at Union Bank Community Room, Mena. Call 479-234-0451 for more information. * 6 p.m. - DABC Celebrate Recovery will meet in Room #112. Join us at 300 Dallas Avenue, Mena, 479-394-2697. * 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Inquiry Classes into the Catholic Faith in the Parish Hall of St. Agnes Catholic Church, 203 8th Street. There is no cost or obligation, and anyone interested is invited to attend. Call 3941017 or 394-5655 for more information. * 7 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous - Book Study at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block. For info call 394-7396 or 234-5419.
* 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 870-3343010 or Connie at 479-437-3766. * COVE LIBRARY CROCHET GROUP began Thursday, August 7 at 2:30 to 4 p.m. All ages, all skill levels welcome. Come learn, share, create. For more infomation call 870-387-3753. * 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. * COVE LIBRARY is happy to welcome all students, both public and home schooled, to use the library facilities for study, homework, and research during our business hours. (Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.) * HSO’s HUGE 2-day Rummage Sale, Friday and Saturday, September 5 and 6, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Mena Elks Lodge (on Hwy 375 S, east of Mena). GREAT BARGAINS! WE WANT TO MOVE ITEMS! 100% of proceeds will benefit the shelter pets at Humane Society of the Ouachitas. * MENA HEAD START is taking applications for preschool children 3-5 and Early Head Start children, birth - 3. The program is free to those who qualify. For an application come by Mena Head Start at 606 Pine Ane. 8:00-3:00 Monday through Friday. For more information call 479-437-3733. * DOUBLE ELIMINATION MINECRAFT TOURNAMENT Saturday September 6th from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at K.O.P.S. Thrift Store (901 Mena St.) $5/person Ages 13 & under 1/2 price - Free to watch. All participants must register on day of event. Participants 15 & under must have parent/guardian’s signature before they may enter their first Mena Gaming Association Event. For more information visit www.MenaGaming.2ya.com or call Nick at 479-216-8961. Proceeds to benefit K.O.P.S. Thrift Store.
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THURSDAY, 8/28 * 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. Vendors will stay until sold out. * 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Natural History of the Ouachita Mountains Have you ever wondered how the Cossatot River cut through the ridges of the Ouachita’s, or what unique plants and animals live here? Then come to this informative presentation. Meeting Place: Visitor Center’s Classroom. * 11:30 a.m. - Rotary Club of Polk County/Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Cafe. Contact Lisa Martin at 479-216-3383 or Charles Pitman at 479-216-4882. * 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. - Board Camp Fire Dept. will be holding its August meeting. We will be dicussing the need for additional Fire Dept personnel. Training will follow. The community is encouraged to attend. Bring ideas on
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BY JACLYN ROSE Derreck Smallwood was raised in Mena, a 2003 graduate of Mena High School; he also completed his Associate’s Degree in Computer Programming in 2003. After graduation Smallwood moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, where he lived until 2006. During that time, he started several small businesses including a home theater business, where he built some of the largest ‘smart homes’ in Little Rock. Smallwood moved back to Polk County in 2006 to be near his family and quickly learned he wanted to continue to work for himself. “I had a business associate who had a window washing business in Little Rock and we would help each other out on occassion. He had since moved, but I knew it had potential to be a good business. I started riding with a friend who would travel and when he would stop to do his work, I would get out with my bucket and squeegee and go from business to business asking if I could clean their windows,” explained Smallwood. Originally named Brilliant Windows, Smallwood’s business started quickly collecting accounts, among those, Atwoods, which today is one of his largest accounts with Squeaky Kleen currently servicing 24 stores. “I started cleaning windows under the name Brilliant Windows in 2007. At the time my only intention was to clean windows, but as we grew, I realized the need to accommodate all forms of cleaning, so I decided to change the name to Squeaky Kleen in 2010. You can have our teams come to your home and clean everything from top to bottom. We cover all services including, but not limited to: window cleaning, power washing, soft washing, concrete cleaning, gutter cleaning, roof cleaning and solar panel cleaning. We also do a lot of specialized work like rust removal, graffiti removal and glass scratch removal,” Smallwood explained. Squeaky Kleen has continued to grow and currently services 2,500 residential accounts and 400 commercial accounts. Depending on the season, Smallwood employs anywhere from three to four, two-man crews, with a very strong emphasis on service. “We are a customer service company that just happens to clean windows. We put our employees through a 5-Star Training Program so that they are constantly learning and improving their own lives. Our crews are consistent. You will get the same positive experience every time we come to your house because we have strong systems in place that every employee always follows,” said Smallwood. Smallwood also puts a strong emphasis on family time. Part of his mission statement states that his crews want to take the “to-do list” away from his customers, so that they can be in their homes enjoying time with their families. “We like to help out our communities too. We do some fun things like the Little Old Lady Contest, where through our Facebook page, people can nominate a sweet little old lady who can’t clean their windows anymore and we will pick one and go clean them. We also often clean playground equipment for free, because children deserve clean equipment to play on. If we are doing a house and they have outdoor toys for their children, we always clean them too,” said Smallwood. Due to their meticulous attention to detail and dedication to customer service, Squeaky Kleen has won the Angie’s List Super Service Award for two years in a row. “I came back to Polk County because of my family. It is a great little community. People are well connected and close and the slower pace brings me happiness instead of being in the rush of the big city. It is also centrally located which is great for my crews that travel as far east as Little Rock, Arkansas, as far west as Tahlequah, Oklahoma, as far north as Bella Vista, Arkansas and as far south as Texarkana, Arkansas. It’s a neat business and we enjoy what we do,” Smallwood explained. You can reach Squeaky Kleen for a residential or business quote by calling 479.239.5894 or by logging on to their website at www.squeakykleenwashing.com.
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The Nat ur e of Thin gs
Ten Tips to Help You Stretch Your Food Dollars
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By Kim Hughes, County Agent -FCS Get the most for your food budget! There are many ways to save money on the foods that you eat. The three main steps are planning before you shop, purchasing the items at the best price, and preparing meals that stretch your food dollars. 1. Plan, plan, plan! Before you head to the grocery store, plan your meals for the week. Include meals like stews, casseroles or stir-fries which “stretch” expensive items into more portions. Check to see what foods you already have and make a list for what you need to buy. 2. Get the best price. Check the local newspaper, online and at the store for sales and coupons. Ask about a loyalty card for extra savings at stores where you shop. Look for specials or sales. 3. Compare and contrast. Locate the “unit price” on the shelf directly below the product. Use it to compare different brands and different sizes to determine which is more economical. 4. Buy in bulk. It is almost always cheaper to buy foods in bulk. Before you shop for frozen foods, remember to check if you have enough freezer space. 5. Buy in-season. Buying fruits and vegetables in season can lower the cost and add to the freshness 6. Convenience costs – go back to the basics. Take the time to prepare from scratch and save. 7. Easy on your wallet. Certain foods are typically low-cost options all year round. Try beans for a less expensive protein food. Carrots, greens, or potatoes; apples and bananas are good choices. 8. Cook once – eat all month! Prepare a large batch of favorite recipes on your day off. Freeze in individual containers. Use them throughout the month and you won’t have to spend money on take-out meals. 9. Get your creative juices flowing. For example, try leftover chicken in a stir-fry or over a garden salad, or to make chicken chili. Remember, throwing away food is throwing away your money! 10. Eating out. Save money by going out for lunch instead of dinner, or looking for “2 for 1” deals. Stick to water instead of ordering other beverages, which add to the bill.
The Mark of the Beast (Part 1)
A continued story, adapted from the book, The Marked Bible by Charles L. Taylor (#27)
What’s Happened: After his visit with Mr. Conan, Mr. Anderson received an invitation from Mrs. Slocum, one of the San Fransisco ladies who was present at the service the Tuesday previous, to speak to the group in the parlor the next day upon the Sabbath topic. The hour came, and the parlor was filled. Mr. Spaulding and Mr. and Mrs. Gregory sat in the front, their faces really beaming with anticipation. Judge Kershaw occupied a commanding position, while nearby were Mr. Severance, and Harold Wilson, with his Bible in his hand. Even Mr. Conan was present and, of course, Mrs. Slocum and her friends were where they could see and hear all. How different was the atmosphere of this service from that of a few days before! Within so brief a space of time, the grace of God had wrought mightily on hearts, yet working through the humblest of agencies. Today there was freedom in the lives of both ministers and people, which had never before been known, because never before had they yielded to the truth, which makes and keeps one free. John 8:32, 36. To the utter astonishment of a large number present, Captain Mann opened the meeting by prayer, a prayer such as that parlor had never heard before, and perhaps would not hear again. “O God in heaven,” he began with trembling tone, “we indeed thank Thee at this hour that Thou hast called us to Thy side. We thank Thee for our beautiful mothers, who, while we were children, taught us to pray and to love and obey Thy commandments. We want today to have Thee take us and hold us in Thy great, strong arms. We yield to Thy Spirit. Now teach us. Thou art guiding, and we are following. Bring us fully out of the darkness of all erroneous belief, and give us courage to do the right no matter what the cost, that one day, at the journey’s end, we may see our mothers again, and see Thee in glory. Grant it all through the merits of Jesus, Thy Son and our Saviour, we ask it. Amen.” There were frequent amens; and as the captain arose from his knees more than one handkerchief was used to dry eyes that had been moistened by tender memories of early days. As Mr. Anderson arose and was about to speak, Mrs. Slocum spoke. “Pastor,” she said, “are you willing to use the marked Bible on this occasion? Somehow the prayer has caused me to regard this meeting as a kind of mothers’ meeting, and this Bible is surely a mothers’ bible. This is only a bit of sentiment, it is true; yet it will prove a blessing to some.” Harold Wilson gladly brought forward the Bible, and placed it on the speakers stand. Thus a mother’s voice continued to speak, a mother’s prayer to be answered. How truly do one’s works follow when God is permitted to have His way in the life!
ty, which will be available each night and twice on Saturday. Bracelets for unlimited rides will be sold at the gate for $18 each. Also available for viewing will be the gardening riches grown, picked, and canned by locals vying for a blue ribbon. 4-H students will have their projects displayed for judging as well as, quilts, crafts, potted plants and arrangements, photography, and the annual livestock show and sale. All of these exhibits and more can be found in the Commercial Building, Livestock Barn, and Education Building. Board member Phyllis Bell would like to remind the community that, “Education is very important to the fair board. Our goal is to continue to educate citizens and have a thriving system and that only happens through our citizens, businesses, and volunteer involvement. Agriculture is the backbone of our community.” Speaking of how important the local fair is to our youth Bell states, “Students that are involved in 4-H and FFA leadership type programs are the future leaders of our state.” The PCFRB is a non-profit 501c3 organization that relies heavily on volunteers to maintain the grounds and educate the community. They will continue to sell Hunters’ Draw raffle tickets to improve the bleachers at the Andy Risenhoover Rodeo Arena. Those tickets will be available at the fair or by contacting any board member.
“My friends,” said Mr. Anderson, “as you probably know, I am speaking today by request. There are those who are eager to know more fully of the truth of the gospel as revealed in the Sabbath of the Lord; and to help such, I will briefly set before you a few principles not before noticed. I can do no better, I think, than to answer a question that was handed in by some one last Tuesday. The question reads, ‘What do you understand by the mark of the beast in Revelation 13:17?’ “I will first call your attention to the fact that the beast of Revelation 12, 13, and 17 is referring to a religeo-political power standing in opposition to God. It is, so far as Revelation 13 is concerned, the power of earthly government swayed by the papal church, which for forty and two months of prophetic time (one thousand two hundred sixty literal years, reaching from 538 A. D. to 1798 A.D.) spoke great things and blasphemies, and to whom it was given to make war with the saints, and to overcome them. See verses 5-7. It was that terrible system known as the man of sin, the son of perdition, which took its place in the church of God, secured control of the Roman Empire, put tradition in the place of the Bible, and actually changed God’s law, substituting Sunday for the Sabbath. See 2 Thessalonians 2:3, 4; Daniel 7:25; and other scriptures. All these things are matters of history. “You will see at a glance, therefore, that the mark of the beast must be something intimately associated with this power in its work of opposing God’s truth and people; for Revelation 14:9-11 distinctly states that to receive this mark puts one into direct warfare against God, and makes him a subject of wrath. The mark, then, is a terribly serious proposition; and surely inspiration must make plain to us what it is. “So far as the mere word is concerned, mark is equivalent to seal or sign. The words are used interchangeably. For instance, in Ezekiel 9:4, God tells the heavenly messenger to set a mark upon the foreheads of the men who honor Him; while in Revelation 7:3 we find these same people sealed . . .in their foreheads. In Romans 4:11, the words sign and seal stand as equivalents: Abraham received the sign of circumcision, a seal of the righteousness of the faith which he had. It would be perfectly proper, therefore, to speak of the mark of God; for one would be well understood as meaning the seal of God, or, if you please, the sign of God.
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Randy and Molly Lindsey of Mena are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Alyssa Danielle (Dani) Lindsey, to Seth Matthew Singleton, son of Tim and Donna Singleton, also of Mena. Grandparents of the bride-to-be are Jim Moody and the late Pauline Moody, and the late Sam Rhodes. The prospective groom’s grandparents are Dorothy Davidson, and Jerry and Wanda Singleton, all of Mena. The wedding will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Mena with a reception following. All friends and relatives are invited.
Hollin – Castor to Wed
Rick and Charla Hollin of Mena, AR, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayla Dyan Hollin, to Rodney Lee Castor, son of Richard and Robin Castor of Mena, AR and the late Carala Castor. The future bride is employed as a radiology technician at Mountain View Clinic. The future groom is employed at Sterling Machinery. A beach wedding is planned for August 30, 2014 in Biloxi, MS with a reception to follow at Mena Mountain Resort in Mena, AR on September 27, 2014.
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POLK COUNTY BIRTHS
at Mena Regional Health System Jamie and Clayton McMahen of Mena are the proud parents of a baby girl, born August 15th. Melanie Hobart of Waldron is the proud parent of a baby girl, born August 17th. Stephanie and Salvador Elizalde of Mena are the proud parents of a baby girl, born August 18th. Marissa and Rusty Brothers of Waldron are the proud parents of a baby girl, born August 19th. April and Jeremy Kelly of Wickes are the proud parents of a baby boy, born August 19th. Latrisha and Joshua Hulliberger of Mena are the proud parents of a baby girl, born August 19th. Kinsey and Brett Lowrie of Dierks are the proud parents of a baby girl, born August 19th. Kimberly and Jared Moore of Mena are the proud parents of a baby boy, born August 20th.
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Four Winds Trading Post and the Ouachita Arts Celebration
BY BARBARA M. TOBIAS November 1 (and the Ouachita Arts Celebration) will be here before you know it, and the Four Winds Trading Post is aiming to have something for everyone. Here are some of the things coming up: Ruth Howell will demonstrate creating Pine Needle Baskets. This is an art form developed by Native American craftswomen. The needles from long-leaf pines are gathered, carefully cleaned, and worked one-by-one into the design of the basket. The result is beautiful, sturdy, and unique. There will also be a demonstration of flint knapping: the art of creating useful tools from particular kinds of rock. This procedure takes a tremendous amount of skill and patience, and the results are amazing. Lyn Dilbeck will show us how to weave Dream Catchers. Dream catchers are one of the most fascinating traditions of Native Americans. The traditional dream catcher was intended to protect the sleeping individual from negative dreams, while letting positive dreams through. The positive dreams would slip through the hole in the center of the dream catcher, and glide down the feathers to the sleeping person below. The negative dreams would get caught up in the web, and expire when the first rays of the sun struck them. And, in addition, they are beautiful. Beading Competition: come in to the Four Winds Trading Post to cast your vote and help decide who wins the beading competition. Bonus—you get to see some gorgeous work. There will be story telling and book readings for children. Also, the Trading Post is looking for someone to do face painting. If you want to volunteer, call the Four Winds Trading Post. In addition to all of this, there will be a sampling of Native American art and crafts on display in front of the shop to encourage folks to come in.
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Auditions to be Held at OLT for The Glass Menagerie
BY BRAD STOREY There is an unusual scheduling of plays this fall at the Ouachita Little Theatre. The Board of Directors has approved the production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie to be staged from November 7-10. This show will immediately follow the last weekend of Bell, Book and Candle, OLT’s regularly scheduled fall/Halloween play, directed by Melanie Buck. The Glass Menagerie is a serious drama and will be directed by Brad Storey. The cast has only four roles – A woman in her forties and 3 more persons, 2 men and a woman in her late teens or twenties. Ages may vary some, but the older woman plays the mother of two of the younger performers. Auditions will be held on Thursday, September 4, from 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. All are welcome and encouraged to try out. No previous experience or memorized material is required to audition. These two productions will be followed in December with the staging of Little Women, to be directed by Mike Martin. All together, three plays in three months packs a lot of varied entertainment into the OLT’s fall schedule. As always, if the stage is not for you, we still have plenty to do. If you are interested in any aspect of the theatre, contact us at 479-243-0186 or stop by the theatre at 610 Mena Street.
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* Non-Canned Foods & Fresh Cut Flower Exhibits in Education Building - 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Judging of Education Building - 12:00 noon Dairy Goat Show - 1:00 p.m. Commercial Building Open - 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Poultry Judging - 4:00 p.m. Meat, Pygmy and Market Goat Judging - 5:00 p.m. Beef and Market Steer Judging - 6:00 p.m. Carnival Open
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Rabbit & Guinea Pig Judging - 4:00 p.m. Sheep and Swine Judging - 6:00 p.m. Senior Citizens’ Night (62 & Over Free) Carnival Open
FRIDAY All Exhibits on Display - 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Commercial Building - 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Livestock Show Awards - 6:30 p.m. Junior Livestock Premium Sale - 7:00 p.m.
Skillathon - 10:00 a.m. All Exhibits on Display - 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Carnival Open - 12:00 noon Commercial Building - 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Check Out Livestock - 8:00 p.m. (CANNOT LEAVE ANY EARLIER)
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HISTORY
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BY JEFF OLSON In 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed a bill making Labor Day a national holiday. For America, it symbolically marks the end of the summer season. While many of us enjoy a day off from work, there are those of us for which Labor Day is just another (but perhaps busier) Monday on the job. It is for you that this article is dedicated most. Labor, for a lot of people, amounts to little more than something that has to be done in order to survive and hopefully to prosper some. While this is certainly the crux of why we work day-in and day-out, maybe a more in-depth look at Labor Day can offer a renewed perspective of our work - our labor. Countless moments in America's history consisted of work - work rooted in and necessitated for the function and proliferation of the family, and dependent upon individual freedom and private property rights. These were instrumental to America’s founding, strength, and duration, and reflected the personal virtue, self-reliance and initiative of her people. Some of that labor lead to technological and scientific innovation and progress, much of which improved our quality (and quantity) of life, and it propelled America to the pinnacle of economic independence and world leadership. This didn't happen overnight nor did it even originate in America. The greatest man who ever lived spent most of His life engaged in manual labor. The Christian apologist Justin Martyr said that during his lifetime, in Galilee in the second-century, it was still common to see farmers using plows made by the carpenter Jesus of Nazareth. Evidently he did his job well and for the right reasons, exemplifying what the Bible teaches in 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Colossians 3:17. During the Middle Ages, the guild movement grew out of the Church. It set good standards for workmanship and encouraged members to develop a strong work ethic and to take satisfaction in the results of their labor. It was through the Protestant Reformation that a vocation, whether or not one within the Church, came to be understood as an integral part of a person's life of faith and obediLOCAL ence to God. Thus the phrase – “The Protestant Work Ethic.� 1. State Terminates Contract That "Ethic" came to define much of the American character and inspired the evolvement of labor from little more than a necessity to an with W.A.I. on Queen avenue where men and women were free to fulfill their identity and desWilhelmina Lodge Project tiny; to invent, to discover, to shape, to heal, to teach, to bring order out of disorder- and yes, to take on the equally important but 2. Three Sebastian County often thankless mundane behind-the scenes tasks as well. In his book “The Call,� theologian Os Guinness reminds us that even the humblest work is important if done for God. Women Convicted in Polk As we approach the 120th anniversary of Labor Day, we can realize that it is not the absence of labor we should celebrate but County of Cruelty to Animals rather the fundamental and cultural value of labor and the worth and dignity of the laborer. Whatever work we do, provided it's 3. Mena School District Hires honest and credible in its purpose and beneficial in its goal, may it: be accomplished with dedication and pride, be characterized by excellence, bring respect to our family, contribute to success for our employer, provide strength to our community and nation, Full-Time Armed School and above all else - honor and please The God who designed, created, and purposed us for it.
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WHAT IS YOUR OPINION ON THE USE OF CELL PHONES BY STUDENTS WHILE IN SCHOOL? Martha Grunwald Koelemay No phones during class. They can check their messages at lunch break.
Fonda Miller Phones used as a tool is one thing, but I would safely say that 9 out of 10 are not!
Sharon Brooks Smith it don't hurt them to have cell phones in school as long as they follow the rules! if a shooting was to take place at our school, Lord forbid it don't ever come to that, cell phones could save alot of kids lives!!!
Lanette Shewmake-Stubbs I survived without one in school. I believe they can as well. Kids nowadays don't know the feeling of getting caught passing notes in class when they can just text. Wonder if they have their texts read aloud in class like our notes when we got caught?
Sarah Brown Billings I'm a teacher in Arkansas and honestly cell phones are really good tool for students to use in the classroom. I only have 6 iPads for the kids to use in my class so it helps when students can research current events or look up vocabulary terms on their phones. Yes they can become a problem if the educator doesn't monitor them, but I'm always walking around the room keeping them on task.
Joshua Paul Marshall We were not allowed to have phones in school, I still had mine and I still used mine.... My parents taught me enough respect to pay attention to others. If no one was talking and I was already done with my work, I would be on my phone. I excelled in school, academically and socially. I believe it all goes back to respect, on both the students and faculty.
James Gunn Cell phones shouldn't even be allowed through the door
Robert Lancaster Nope. Emergencies only. Too disruptive in a group dynamic.
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A pastor and a taxi driver both died and went to heaven. St. Peter was at the Pearly gates waiting for them. 'Come with me', said St. Peter to the taxi driver. The taxi driver did as he was told and followed St. Peter to a mansion. It had anything you could imagine from a bowling alley to an olympic size pool. Wow, thank you', said the taxi driver. Next, St. Peter led the pastor to a rugged old shack with a bunk bed and a little old television set. 'Wait, I think you are a little mixed up', said the pastor. 'Shouldn't I be the one who gets the mansion? After all I was a pastor, went to church every day, and preached God's word.' 'Yes, that's true,’ said St. Peter. ‘But during your sermons people slept. When the taxi driver drove, everyone prayed.'
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BY MELANIE BUCK Last week I wrote about the disadvantages of cell phone use in schools - not paying attention in class, cheating, and (we learned from our Pulse Question of the Day), drug dealing while in school. This week, we’ll talk about the advantages. Yes, there are advantages of cell phone use in school. Let’s look at a few... • Use of phones as learning tools are becoming more prominent each year. As one teacher pointed out in our survey, there are not always enough technological tools in the classroom to provide each child with so cell phones are used to look up vocabulary words or to do research for essays. This is growing popularity with many teachers. • With the disturbing fact of school shootings becoming a part of daily life, it can be scary for children, and parents, to think of being in the classroom without a viable way to contact home if something arises. There have been instances where the students with phones were able to help authorities when a violent situation occurred or were able to call their parents to ensure them that they are safe. • Keeping up with our childrens’ schedules are sometimes a full time job in itself. With growing numbers of practices, ballgames, and club events, it becomes confusing, to the parents and students. Having a cell phone keeps parents connected, and more calm. According to Pew Research Center, 73% of Advanced Placement and National Writing Project teachers stated that their students use phones in their classrooms to complete assignments. A report was recently published called, ‘Making Progress: Rethinking State and School District Policies Concerning Mobile Technologies and Social Media.’ In this report, it was found that “one of the most powerful reasons to use social media and mobile devices in the classroom is to allow students to learn about their use in a supervised environment that emphasizes the development of attitudes and skills that will help them be safe outside of school.” So now that you’ve heard both sides of the story, do you still stand where you stood before reading last week’s article? It’s a tough decision on the part of parents - whether to let your child enter the school building with or without their phones. However, that same tough decision lies with the school administration. I would encourage you to talk with your children about PROPER cell phone use. Be an advocate for your child but always abide by the policy that has been set forth as a protection for your child. Let’s all learn to work with one another and define a proper policy. Until next week, Happy Debating!
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Relay for Life
August 27, 2014
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Celebrity Waiter Event Raises Over $18,000 for Relay for Life
SUBMITTED BY RICHARD LAWRY The Relay For Life of Polk County held its third annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner on Friday, August 22, at the Mena Mountain Resort. Local celebrities waited tables for tips and Farrell Cole held a live auction of items that had been donated. By the time the evening was over, more than 18,000 dollars had been raised for the American Cancer Society. The local celebrities that participated this year were Jim and Joyce Stroope, Monroe Miller, Tanya Sickles, Belinda Jones, Brenda Hamilton, Betty Johnson, Jared Standridge, David Jones, Terry and Rita Keener, George and Rhonda McKee, Ginger Sterner, Lawana Callahan, Nina and Frank Moore, Josh Marshall, Greg Goss, and George Davis. After the meal, provided by Mena Mountain Resort, the guests provided their own entertainment with karaoke and dancing. At the conclusion of the event, awards were handed out in the following categories: Sneakiest Waiter – Jim Stroope; Best Theme - Ginger Sterner and Lawana Callahan; Best Dressed Table – Frank and Nina Moore; Most Spirited Waiter – Josh Marshall; Best Dressed Waiter – Greg Goss; Celebrity Waiter of the Year – Jim Stroope; Second Place Celebrity Waiter of the Year – Nina and Frank Moore; Most Tips – Jim Stroope; Second Most Tips – Nina and Frank Moore. The Relay For Life of Polk County Committee thanks all the 2014 celebrity waiters and each person who attended the Celebrity Waiter Dinner. Your participation made it another successful event. Relay For Life is working to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays, and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in our community.
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Mena Police Department August 17, 2014 A Mena woman reported losing her wallet. Her ATM card was used several times in Waldron. Case is pending further investigation. August 18, 2014 A local woman reported that someone
had kicked in the front door of her apartment. Case is pending further investigation. Employees at a local emergency transport facility reported that someone had cut one of the tires on an ambulance. Case is pending. August 19,2014 Report was taken of someone cutting television cable wires at a local residence. Case is pending. Employees of a local retail store reported a man and woman taking a cart filled with merchandise and leaving without paying for it. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes. August 20, 2014 A local woman reported that an acquaintance is harassing her and will not leave her alone. Officers talked to the suspect, and he agreed to stop bothering the
woman. He advised that he did not know that the victim did not wish to have a friendship with him and that he would leave her alone. Report was taken that sometime during the late evening someone gained access to the local swimming pool and vandalized the area. Case is pending interview of suspect. A 16-year-old Mena youth was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local grocery store. Manager of a local convenience store reported that someone had written two checks on two separate occasions that proved to be forged. Case is pending. Jessica M. Fox, 33, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant for failure to pay fines and court costs. August 21, 2014 Two Mena youths, ages 16 and 17, were charged with criminal trespass and breaking or entering after they entered an impound yard to retrieve items from a vehicle. David Padjuodis, 38, of Mena was charged with having a suspended driver’s license and having no proof of insurance after officers were called to an accident on a local street. Kevin Mark Sullivan, 54, of Mena was charged with public intoxication officers were called to a local convenience store. Joseph Nevil Evans, 30, of Mena was arrested on a warrant for failure-to-appear. August 22, 2014 Kevin Mark Sullivan, 54, of Mena was charged with criminal trespass. A local man reported that someone had stolen a slide-in trailer hitch from his vehicle. Case is pending. Officers found a gray colored firearm case with several kinds of ammunition in the men’s room at Janssen Park. August 23, 2014 No criminal reports filed. Officers completed an additional five reports and worked five accidents. Polk County Sheriff’s Department August 18, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 280 near Cove of receiving harassing text messages from an acquaintance. Complainant refused to press charges. Report from complainant on Polk 70 in the Cherry Hill community of being threatened by an acquaintance. Investigation continues. Report from a Mena woman of concerns regarding a modeling agency that has contacted her 17-year-old daughter. Investigation continues. Arrested was Misty L. Johnson, 34, of London, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. August 19, 2014 Request for assistance in a high speed
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pursuit on Highway 270 near the Acorn community that ended in Scott County. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Vandervoort of being harassed by an acquaintance. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Arrested by an officer with Probation and Parole was Justin T. Keaster, 31, of Mena, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. Report from complainant on Polk 66 near the Opal community of six missing pigs. Four of the pigs were located and returned to the owner. Investigation continues. Arrested was Nathan G. Wilson, 32, of Savanna, OK, on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. August 20, 2014 Report from complainant on Highway 71 South in the Potter community of $200.00 in damages to a vehicle done by a Mena juvenile. Officer spoke with the juvenile. Complainant refused to press charges. August 21, 2014 Report from complainant on Polk 141 near Cove of the theft of a vehicle valued at $800.00. Vehicle was located and returned to owner. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from a KCS employee of being threatened by an individual while stopped in the Rich Mountain community. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from a business in Cove of having taken two counterfeit twenty dollar bills. Investigation continues. August 22, 2014 Report of a domestic disturbance on Hatton Lane near the Hatton community led to the arrest of John C. Tanner, 43, of Cove, on a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also arrested was Leatha L. Robey, 41, of Cove, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct. Arrested was Martin R. Henry, 47, of Mena, on a Warrant for Criminal Trespass and Theft of Property.
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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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can look better longer with minimal maintenance. Choosing Carpet There is a vast selection of styles, colors, and fibers to choose from in today’s marketplace, but a simple checklist can help. “The activity level of the home should be considered first,” says Hargis. “For example, a traditional, patterned wool carpet may not be the right choice for a busy family with toddlers and pets.” Nylon fibers will hold up well to foot traffic, but may not offer the stain resistance a well-used room may need. Carpets manufactured in today’s polyester and polypropylene fibers resist staining and can be found in vibrant colors and sharp multi-toned patterns, but may not last through years of heavy wear. Newer fibers, however, are allowing for softness and durability to co-exist. For example, the Innovia Touch Collection has built-in stain and soil protection. Backed by a 20-year warranty, it can offer the resilience a carpet in a well-used room needs. Some homeowners may want professional help in making their decisions. Think about consulting a qualified flooring specialist. Design tips, home improvement advice and information about innovations in flooring are available at www.FlooringAmerica.com. Flooring is a long-term investment, so consider factors like maintenance and usage before making a final decision.
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ALL CLASSIFIEDS MUST BE PREPAID. Ad deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday. Payment is due with ad. Publishing and distributing 8,000 copies weekly. Education Homemakers Club (EHC) will be having a rummage sale, Saturday, Sept 6, from 8-4 in the education building at the Polk County Fairgrounds. Lots of good stuff and baked goods. Best Price Scrap! I pick up old cars, trucks, and other scrap metal. Please call Sonny (Mena) Home: 479394-1174. Cell: 479-234-9079. Clean & Comfortable Housing since 1969 J Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals, Hwy. 71N, Mena. 479394-1252.
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Final Moving Garage Sale - Household and Yard & Garden Items. This Friday & Saturday, August 29-30. Bethesda Heights - Follow the Signs. Fall Classes start the last week in August. PreSchool - Elementary - Teens - Boys & Girls Gymnastics - Ballet - Tap - Jazz/Hip Hop Twirling - Cheerleading. Fassler Academy of Dance & Gymnastics 819 Mena Street, Mena, AR 71953. 479-394-4330 or 479-394-5102. Joe Bill Ward: Specializing in Concrete, Septic Tanks, Gravel, Backhoe, and Dump Truck Services. Over 40 yrs. experience. 479-883-9298. For Sale: Solid Wood Espresso Console/Sofa Table with drawer and bottom shelf. In excellent condition. Asking $300. Call or text 479-216-3091.
Farmers Market: Kids going back to school? Feed them healthy local produce. Fall items coming soon. Mena Depot. Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday. 7 a.m. Deramus Family Reunion: The Reunion will be held August 31 at McMillian Park Pavilion from 10 to 2. It’s potluck, so bring a dish and enjoy the fellowship.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION IN OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS In accordance with the requirements of Ark. Code Ann. §6-14-109, notice is hereby given that the annual school election in the above named school district will be held on September 16, 2014, for the following purposes: To elect Cheryl Boyd, Toy Adams, and Robbye Strother to the Board of Directors for a term of 4, 2, and 1 years; To submit the question of voting a total school tax rate (state and local) of 31.3 mills on the dollar of the assessed value of taxable property located in this School District. The proposed tax includes the uniform rate of tax (the “Statewide Uniform Rate”) to be collected on all taxable property in the State and remitted to the State Treasurer pursuant to Amendment No. 74 to the Arkansas Constitution to be used solely for maintenance and operation of schools in the State. As provided in Amendment No. 74, the Statewide Uniform Rate replaces a portion of the existing rate of tax levied by this School District and available for maintenance and operation of schools in this District. The total proposed school tax levy of 31.3 mills includes 25.0 mills specifically voted for general maintenance and operation and 6.3 mills for debt service previously voted as a continuing levy pledged for the retirement of existing bonded indebtedness. The surplus revenues produced each year by debt service millage may be used by the District for other school purposes. The total proposed school tax levy of 31.3 mills represents the same rate presently being collected. The polls will open at 7:30 a.m. and will close at 7:30 p.m. at the following polling places: Ward or Precinct/ Polling Place Absentee ballot and Early Voting Only Zones 1,2,3,4,5 Polk Co. Courthouse Zones 5,6,7 Montgomery Co. Courthouse Signed, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS By C. Eugene Monk Secretary J & N Dozer - Dozer, Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dumptruck. Ponds, Pads, Clearing, Roads, Hauling. Rich Top Soil, Fill Dirt, Shale, Gravel. Dozer Operator Randy Egger, over 30 years experience. We Appreciate Your Business! Call 479-234-1357.
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