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Peebles Appointed as Interim Sheriff

It’s Fair Week in Polk County!

BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com

Jack Peebles has been appointed as the interim Sheriff by the Polk County Quorum Court following the early resignation of Sheriff Mike Godfrey who was recently named as Deputy Director of the Arkansas Sheriff’s Association. Peebles brings much exp erience with him and has a long history with the Polk County Sheriff’s Department beginning in CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

McMillan Pool Opens Following Repairs BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com

The McMillan Park Pool opened it’s doors once again on Saturday, August 27th, after weeks of waiting to have ﬁlters replaced and pass inspection. he pool will be open for one more weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 3 rd and 4 th. On Saturday, adult swim hours will be 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and general swim hours will be 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. This Sunday, the pool will open for general swim from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. and Monday, L abor Day, the pool will be open for adult swim from 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8

Mena PD and ASP Join ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign

Mena Police Department has announced that they will be participating in this year’s annual ‘ Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign now through September . hief of Police randon Martin said, “During this time we will have extra ofﬁcers working to enforce the drinking and driving laws. Our goal is to maintain the safety of the streets and highways within the city.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Bearcats to Tackle Leopards in Season Opener at DeQueen It was BATH TIME FOR ADELE, as Josey Johnston, a 7th grade student from Cossatot River Schools, was busy Tuesday morning getting her heifer ready at the Polk County Fairgrounds following months of work in anticipation of showing Adele this week. Johnston will be among 150 county students who will be showcasing their poultry or livestock for their chance to earn a place in the Premium Livestock Show to be held Friday evening in the Dale Rodgers Arena. This year, KENA 104.1FM is proud to announce that it will be broadcasting the auction. SEE PAGE 13 FOR A COMPLETE FAIR SCHEDULE AND TICKET INFORMATION.

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The Mena B earcats football team will face the DeQueen L eopards on the gridiron in their season opener, this F riday, September 2nd at 7: 3 0 p.m. at L eopard Stadium. The two teams have played annually since 194 8 and will spar off for the 79th time in their history. heir ﬁrst recorded meeting was in 1 30 when the eopards beat the ear-

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Fundraiser Dinner to be Held for Morris Memorial Scholarship

BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews

fundraiser is going to be held soon for a memorial scholarship in memory of the late Dwayne Morris, who was the owner of Mena F eed and F arm House Health F ood Store in Mena. K ayla Walston, Morris’ longtime companion, wants to keep his memory alive and knows that helping kids was a passion of his. Also knowing the struggle that widowed parents have, Walston said, “ We want to give the scholarship to a Mena High School Senior that has lost a parent.” To build the scholarship funding, a B B Q Dinner with all the ﬁxings will be held on September 10th at 6 p.m. in the Commercial B uilding at the Polk County F airgrounds. The cost of the meal is donation only. Musical entertainment will be provided by Polk 74 .

Salem Baptist Delivers to Louisiana BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews

olunteers from Salem B aptist Church delivered a bus full of supplies to help restock the pantries of L ouisiana who is dealing with maj or ooding in several areas of the state. On August 25 th, Sherry Hughes, along with a helper made the long trek to Shreveport, L A to unload the large amount of goods donated by Polk County citize ns. Hughes said, “ It was a long day but what a blessing! ” The pair delivered the goods to Houghton F irst B aptist Church, j ust east of Shreveport. “ They were preparing for a senior adult dinner and told us to j ust drop our donations by the door. Amber and I kind of smiled and said, ‘ Um, we brought a bus.’ The nice lady starts scrambling to find out where to put it, ughes explained. They pulled around the side and backed up to the door. “ Then we opened the back door of the bus and they about fell over,” smiled Hughes. “ A bus emptying brigade was started and it took around 15 minutes, with seven people working, to unload it all.” Hughes said they were “ gracious, gracious people,” and the group invited them to stay for lunch. “ hey even insisted mber and I go first in line. She added, “It was a hot ride down since I’ve not had a chance to fix the bus air conditioner, but such a blessing to get to tell them of the generosity of Polk County. Thank you, thank you Polk County for doing God’s work! ” ead more about how Polk ounty has helped the ood victims of ouisiana in our school section on page 12.

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Mena/Polk Senior Center Hosts Area Law Enforcement BY MELANIE BUCK • m.buck@mypulsenews.com

ena/ Polk Senior Activity Center hosted area law enforcement officers during lunch on Wednesday, ugust 2 , 2106 to say thank you for their dedication to keep Polk ounty safe. Sara olliday, Executive Director of the enter said, “We want to recogni e all the sacrifices you give for each and every one of us. round two do en officers were fed a delicious meal at the enter, and for those unable to attend, to-go meals were prepared. aw enforcement agencies represented at the lunch were members of Mena Police Department, Polk ounty Sheriff’s Department, rkansas State Police, 1 th West udicial Drug ask orce, and Mena ire Department. oard Member erry Smith said to the large crowd in attendance, “We certainly appreciate all you do and for being our line of defense. We thank you.

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41st Annual MARK CAMPBELL Queen Wilhelmina Rod Run BY LEANN DILBECK • editor@mypulsenews.com

he 4 1st Annual Mark Campbell Queen Wilhelmina R od R un attracted 16 1 cars for this year’s event. L isa Campbell said she and the family were very pleased with the turnout and very grateful for the community’s support. riday night’s Show Shine was the first ever in the event’s history to be able to be held on N orth Mena Street. Sandy Jewell, longtime member of the ‘ Mena B unch’ who helps to host and organiz e the annual event said, “ I sure wish Mark was here to see this [cars parked on N orth Mena Street]. It’s something he always wanted but I know he’s looking down right now with a big ol’ smile on his face saying I finally got my way,’ she said smiling with pride as she watched the street rods and muscle cars continue to file in. Partnering with the Campbell family this year for the event was the Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce. Several businesses stayed open late and participated in an event organiz ed through the Chamber to encourage shopping in the local area. Weather held off for the event held atop R ich Mountain at the Queen Wilhelmina State Park on Saturday. F ollowing a full day of displaying their pride and j oys, the community and R od R unners made their way to South Mena Street to enj oy live music from ‘ N ight Hawk,’ compliments of the Mena Advertising & Promotion Commission. Sunday morning, awards and door priz es were presented. Winning the “People’s hoice award voted by the R od R un participants was Jeff K insey [PICTUR E D F AR R IGHT ] with his 193 7 Dodge. K insey, is a maj or name in the antiq ue and classic car restoration industry. His company, Hotrods by JSK in Cumby, Tex as, is one of the most sought out. The Pulse caught up with K insey following the awards where he shared that Mark’s R od R un is something he’s been coming to for years and is one of his favorites. “ This show is one of the smallest … and sure I could be at other N ational shows that are 10-times this si e but this one has heart, a testament to the lasting friendships and comradery of the show’s participants.

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4H Mum Fundraiser Now Mena Lioness Presents Check to Lions Club T Underway BY MELANIE BUCK m.buck@mypulsenews.com

he Mena L ioness L ions presented a 1,000 check to the Mena L ions Club on F riday, August 1 , during the ions’ weekly meeting. The L ions Club was instrumental in the success of this year’s annual L ioness auction that was held at the L ion’s disc golf course. F or their part, the L ioness made a donation to the men’s club. L ioness treasurer, Jolynn V acca said, “ We thank you for your wonderful help with the auction – for providing the venue, donating dishes, helping with the food, and much more.” The L ioness were able to raise $ 9,26 0 at the event that will beneﬁt several local charities.

he Polk County 4 H annual Mum F undraiser is currently underway across the county and you won’t want to miss out. E ach year, 4 H participants take orders for colorful, fresh mums as a fundraiser to help with their many activities throughout the year. E x tension Agent Carla V aught said the mums come in six colors and cost $ 20 each. “ Our 4 H clubs are some of the best in the southwest part of the state and we don’t get any tax dollars so everything is done with donations and fundraisers,” ex plained V aught. “ This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year.” Coming from an Arkansas nursery, V aught said, “ The mums are good q uality and are gorgeous; they’re huge mums.” She also said they are hardy enough that if watered through the winter, they will last through nex t year as well. he mums will be delivered the ﬁrst week of ctober, ust in time for fall. V aught said a few ex tras will be ordered, but to insure you get the colors you want, pre- ordering is recommended. The mums can be pre- ordered by contacting a 4 H member or by stopping by the Polk ounty Extension fﬁce located at 211 De ueen Street in Mena. ou can also call -3 -601 .

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Demolition began on 107 Hwy 71 North in Mena. The commercial property is owned by local developer Danny Powell. The building once housed the Ouachita Trading Post and later James’ Florist but has spent the last several years vacant before being purchased by Powell.

POLK COUNTY CLERK Terri Harrison gives the oath of ofﬁce to Jack Peebles last week after he was appointed by the Polk County Quorum Court. Peebles will once again step in as the County’s Interim Sheriff.

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1992. He served as Chief Deputy of the Sheriff’s Department before retiring in the late 90’s. Peebles later served as interim Sheriff of Polk County for eight months, after Sheriff Mike Oglesby was appointed as a U.S. Marshal, and Peebles has come out of retirement several times acting as a reserve officer and a special investigator for the Sheriff’s Department. He also served as interim Chief of Police in Grannis for a time to train their new Chief. Peebles will remain interim Sheriff until Sheriff-Elect Scott Sawyer takes office on January 1, 2017. The decision by Justices of the Peace, of which all were present, was unanimous at their monthly meeting on August 23, 2016. Peebles was sworn-in to office the next morning by Polk County Circuit Clerk, Terri Harrison. Peebles said he looks forward to working with the Sheriff’s Department again and specifically Sawyer. “Mike Godfrey notified me that he was getting ready to move on and asked me if I would consider being the interim sheriff and finish his term. Scott [Sawyer] and I started around the same time in law enforcement and went to the academy together. When they came to me and asked if I would be the interim, I told them it would be my pleasure. With the vote of confidence that I got tonight from the Quorum Court, I know I have their backing and I know I have most of the county’s backing. I also hope to help Scott go through the transition period.”

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a.m. – 12 p.m. and general swim from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. General admission is $ 3 for or years Ouachita L ittle Theatre supporters general swim; kids 5 and under, $ 1.5 0; and have been struggling with seats that were adult swim, $ 1.5 0. installed during the E isenhower administration in The pool has been closed since June the 195 0’s. R ecently B ill Hays, OL T Treasurer, due to necessary repairs to the filtering located some very nice used seats that were system. L uther Stem Pools and Spas was being replaced by a church in Hot Springs. The approved to replace the filters that were church needed the chairs removed q uickly, so installed in the 1970’s. The cost was estiby email ballot the board decided to act on the mated to be at least $ 18 ,4 00 for the eight offer and organiz ed a convoy of trailers to Hot new filters and their installation. Springs. Since installation was completed, the B ill Hays, Monte B arrow, Justin Goodnight, pool had to pass state inspection. Although Scott O’R ear and his wife, and R udi Timmerman it failed the first inspection, it passed the dodged the rain and brought 220 chairs back to second inspection last week, allowing for the theatre where Jared Spangler, Tyler L ane, area swimmers to enj oy the pool a couple Casey B ass, Trey L aCoste, Scotty Jenkins, Z ack of more times before the season ends. Pearson, N icholas Worth, B rad Storey, and R obParks Director N athan F owler, said, by B urt helped unload the chairs. “ While OL T’s “ E verything went really well this past weekcredit is good, eventually the piper must be paid,” end. We had approxi mately 15 0 people on said Timmerman. Saturday and that many again on Sunday. To pay for the new seats, Judy K ropp, OL T Come enj oy the last weekend with us. We Secretary, started a GoF undMe account online, which can be accessed through the Ouachita L ittle Theatre F acebook page. “ It hope to have some really good weather.” is hoped that through this effort, as well as other direct donations, the chairs will be paid for. The estimated cost of the chairs, the removal of the old chairs and the installation of the new chairs will approach $ 3 000,” Timmerman said. On their GoF undMe site K ropp stated, “ OL T and its j unior organiz ation ( JOL T) provide the Polk County community with a number of performances, year- round, including plays, dramatic, comedic, and musical, recitals, one- person shows, in addition to q uarterly gatherings of local talent, performing as musical groups and single acts of all kinds, in an event called Saturday N ight at the L yric ( SN L ) . We have been given an awesome opportunity to replace our 5 0- plus year old seats if we can raise the money. N ot only will our organiz ation be grateful for your donations, but the community will enj oy the more comfortable seats at our events. A donation over $ 25 .00 will include your name being added on a nameplate to the seat. Thank you so much for your support! ” As part of the seat replacement proj ect B rad Storey, OL T V ice President, said that Saturday, September 10, 2016 • Elks Lodge, Mena AR during the momentary absence of seats, the auditorium oor will be repaired and repainted. On the stage left side of the theatre, there are j oists that need to be replaced, as the oor is sagging and the beams are sliding off their supports. Storey and enkins BBQ Contest Rules: will take on this proj ect, with a little help. Categories to be judged: A. Pork Ribs - Must turn in four (4) full ribs, cut apart. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11

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ar E isele and John V acca, co- chairs for the Arkansas R egional Coalition of the Ouachitas ( AR CO) , have been presenting a new site launched by AR CO to all of the area Chambers of Commerce. Most recently, the duo presented to the Mena/ Polk County Chamber of Commerce during their regular August board meeting. The new site’s mission, www.V isitOuachitas.com, is promoting tourism and the concept of “ one more day,” to encourage visitors to our area to stay one more day. E isele shared during his presentation that if each visitor added j ust one more day to their time in the AR CO region, tourism revenue would increase by 3 1% , totaling $ 16 .5 million. E isele and V acca are seeking feedback and encouraged Chamber members to review the site. AR CO is encouraging business owners to not only review their business information within the site and notify them of any updates but to also “ link up.” V acca reported that the site is already performing well organically in search engines but that it could improve its performance with additional links. The site provides links to multiple tourism sources and AR CO is req uesting that local businesses link back. AR CO is formulated partnerships representing Polk, Scott and Montgomery Counties who recognize that there is strength in numbers and have thereby formed a regional coalition to lead in promoting and advancing sustainable prosperity and well being for the people of west central Arkansas through broad- based development including economic, community, educational and leadership initiatives.

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he 1 th annual ich Mountain ende vous is coming to town once again and one local charity benefits greatly from this long en oyed motorcycle rally event. ynthia Martin, Director of CASA of the Ouachitas, a child advocacy agency, said last year the event brought in a record $ 6 ,5 00 that helped 8 4 children in foster care. She hopes this year’s event brings even more and is inviting the local community to participate in this uniq ue event. September 1 th thru 1 th, motorcycles from around the country will stay atop ich Mountain at night to visit and en oy motorcycle rides throughout the day, all while benefitting CASA. Some attendees stay in tent camping, while others choose R V sites or a room at the Queen Wilhelmina State Park L odge. The event offers meals as well. Martin said that a continental breakfast is served on F riday and Sunday mornings, while Saturday morning is reserved for their big, country breakfast. On F riday night, grilled hamburgers will be served for supper, along with beans and homemade desserts. Saturday night, the menu will consist of pulled pork, brisket, all the fixings, and dessert. here will also be pri e giveaways during the rally. Martin said during the day, participants generally take their own rides through the scenery of the Talimena Drive and the surrounding area, sometimes in groups and sometimes in pairs. During the evenings, the participants visit with others who have been a part of the event for years, and meet new participants as well. Martin said, “With plentiful food, excellent entertainment, a tour through a private clasRegister online at sic car and motorcycle collection, miles and miles of beautiful scenery, the hospitality of the organize rs, and camaraderie and fellowship with attendees from across the country, this R endezvo us will be remembered for a long time.” or day of event at the Campground Facility. o oin the rally, contact Martin at the local S office, -2 3- 2 or their website, www.R MR 4 CASA.com. R egistration is $ 5 0 per person and includes breakfast and All Brands Motorcycle Rally to Raise Funds for CASA of the Ouachita Region dinner each day.

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A record $6500 was donated to CASA of the Ouachita from RMR 2015 – that is 84 children who were given care, comfort, and assistance by their dedicated volunteers. With plentiful food, excellent entertainment, a tour through a private classic car and motorcycle collection, miles and miles of beautiful scenery, the hospitality of the organizers, and camaraderie and fellowship with attendees from across the country, this Rendezvous will be remembered for a long time.

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The local DAV Auxiliary (Disabled American Veterans) recently visited both Mena Manor and Rich Mountain Nursing and Rehab in Mena to honor veterans. Each of the pictured veterans received a plaque for their door in recognition of their unwavering service to the nation. DAV Auxiliary partners with the DAV parent organization in their mission of service to disabled veterans and their families.

Mena j oins other law enforcement agencies across the nation in an effort to deter drinking and driving. In a statement issued by Arkansas State Police SP the agency said, “During the final days of summer leading up to L abor Day weekend, Arkansas families and friends will come together for seasonal celebrations. It’s a dangerous time during this season as drunk drivers inevitably take their chances by getting into the driver seat of their vehicle and head toward the nex t party or try to make it home.” ASP has partnered with the N ational Highway raffic Safety dministration S to stop those drunk drivers and help save lives. The ‘ Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign began on August 19 and there is a standing order for “ z ero tolerance” for local and state law enforcement officers. According to N HTSA, on average, over 10,000 people die each year in drunk driving crashes. During the 2014 L abor Day holiday weekend, 4 0% of crash fatalities involved drivers who were legally impaired by alcohol and resulted in 16 2 deaths.

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“ David Chaney, a young man working on his E agle Scout Community Proj ect, has accepted the challenge of seeing that the seats are all installed in time for our nex t show,” said Timmerman. The aim of the Scout proj ect is to develop leadership and organiz ational skills. “ While he and his group will be working hard we will need to provide additional help,” Timmerman ex plained. “ If you are free on Monday evenings, I am sure he would appreciate your help.” Many improvements both inside and outside the theatre have been made, with more on the drawing board. The improvements will not only make the theatre experience more pleasant, but will also add to the beatiﬁcation of downtown Mena. Other improvements include a new roof, at a cost of $ 15 ,000 and sprucing up the ex terior walls with a new paint j ob at a cost of $ 7,5 00. OL T was able to complete those proj ects with the help of the Arkansas Gives program, which raised over $ 13 ,000 for the theatre, and a loan from a local bank. L orraine Timmerman was able to touch up the mural on the north facing wall and it was coated with a clear seal to preserve it for many years to come. If you would like to help, whether by donating your time, purchasing a name plate for a seat, or a direct donation, contact Ouachita L ittle Theatre at 4 79- 24 3 - 018 6 .

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MADGE PATRICK Madge Patrick, age 90, of Mena, died Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at the Mena Manor. She was born on Tuesday, March 9, 1926 to Joseph Bert and Maude Lou Ralph Deramus in Cherry Hill,

Arkansas. Madge loved life and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Madge was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Lloyd Deramus, James Ed Deramus and Charles Deramus; three sisters, Dollie Lawrence, Mollie Cole and Dean Lawrence.

The Family of Melba Treece

would like to express our heartfelt thanks for your love, support, and sympathy. Our mom (and grandma) was full of love and compassion for others in everything. She was that true example of a Proverbs 31 Woman. Her family always came first in her priorities, her sons-in-law wer her “sons” and she loved all of us deeply. We would like to thank Visiting Nurses (Area Agency), her aid Melissa Redding, Mena Regional Health System, Mountain View Clinic, Southwest EMS, Ouachita Rehab Center, National Park Medical Center and the ICU staff for your care. Special thanks to Union Mission Pentecostal Church of God and Baker Rock Church for your help and support and also the staff of Beasley Wood Funeral Home. Mom loved Christian music and the music at her service by Darla Martel, Jan Shaddon, and Ronnie Johnson was beautiful. Pastor Bill Dunahoo, Paster Billy Nash, and nephew Scott Martin, thank you for the wonderful messages of comfort and memories. Bethel Christian Students, thank you for your daily visits and for bringing her lunch that was delivered by Betty Miller from the Polk County Senior Center. Your love, hugs, and prayers for her were precious. Barbara Hill, thank you for your friendship and for making her hair beautiful for over 50 years. Your visits were a highlight for her week.

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Donna Sloan and the late Phillip Sloan, Reginna and Richard Hennings, and the grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Madge is survived by her two son and daughters-in-law, Bobby and Pam Pullen of Mena and Jeff and Emily Pullen of Mena; four grandchildren, Andrew Pullen of Wink, Texas, Sherry Van Zandt of Odessa, Texas, Jeff Pullen Jr. of Mena and Shannon Abbott of Mena; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Graveside services were Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at the Cherry Hill Cemetery with Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Visitation was Friday, August 26, 2016 from 6-8 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

CURTIS DANIEL YATES Curtis Daniel Yates, age 42, of Mena, Arkansas died Sunday, August 28, 2016 at his home. He was born on Tuesday, June 25, 1974 to Hershel H. Yates Jr. and Betty Jane Hendrick Yates Pate in Springfield, Missouri. Curtis graduated from Mena High School in 1992. He enjoyed the outdoors and going hunting and fishing. He was a carpenter by trade and loved woodworking. Curtis was known for making birdhouses. He loved his

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family and spending time with them. Curtis was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, two sisters, Teresa Campbell and Melody Yates, grandparents, Curtis M. Hendrick, Betty R. Love Hendrick, Hershel H. Yates, Sr. and Thelma Yates. Curtis is survived by his mother and stepfather, Jane and Glen Pate of Mena; his brother and sister-in-law, Nathan and Regina Yates of Smithville; uncle and aunt, Ed & Sunny Hendrick of Granite Bay, California; nieces and nephews, Zachary Campbell of Watson, Oklahoma, Lindzy Campbell Henry of Jacksonville, Florida, Tylor Williams of Fort Smith, Ryan Williams of Brownwood, Texas, Kaitlynn Yates of Wynn, Arkansas and Izik Yates of Wynn, Arkansas and a host of other relatives and friends. Graveside services will be Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Pinecrest Memorial Park with Brother Ron Ladd officiating. No public visitation. Arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

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For your care and concern for Dan Parmenter during his cancer battle and for the prayers and support of our family, we thank: Grace Bible Church; Christian Motorcyclists Association; Ouachita Regional Hospice (Sadie you are awesome!); Genesis Cancer Center nurses: Charity, Kenya, Laura; Bowser Family Funeral Home; and the priceless family & friends who came around us during this extremely challenging time.

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Acorn-Oden Elementary Cossatot River FFA Delivers Donations to Flood Ridden Louisiana Residents BY MELANIE BUCK• news@mypulsenews.com Receives Walmart Community Grant

ossatot iver students made it their mission last week to help victims of severe ooding in our neighbors to the south, ouisiana. With more than 30 inches of rain and up to six feet of water entering homes, businesses, churches, and schools, the citi ens of ouisiana have lost almost everything they own. fter seeing the devastation, the students in ossatot iver wanted to do something to help. “We were traveling to the Polk ounty airgrounds to help get ready for the air and it was pouring down rain, said acie Wilkerson. “I looked at my buddy who said, It’s pouring and ooding here.’ o which acie said, “no, it’s not ooding, it’s ooding in ouisiana. We need to ﬁgure out something to do. Why don’t we donate food or something fter the idea came to her, acie explained how it all got underway. “I got a hold of more of my fellow members and people began to bring food and toiletries and water anything that a regular person uses on a normal day, she explained. he group made yers to distribute throughout the county and even into klahoma in an effort to collect as much as they could before riday. “We made yers and talked to Mena igh School. We put yers everywhere and announced it on acebook and Instagram. thers in did the same and everybody heard about it. De ueen found out, Smithville found out, acie said. “We had tons of stuff coming in from all over the county. n riday, ugust 26th, fﬁcers of ossatot , along with their advisor, loaded everything up on their stock trailer and started their southbound adventure. he group made their way to Gon ale ire Department where they unloaded the large amount of donations. he donations will be distributed by the Gon ale ire hief as needed. ne ouisiana resident posted her thanks to the team for their sel essness on acebook. achel ordelon said, “I am so proud and humbled by all of you. he girls for having the heart to help, the communities that kicked in and stood behind the heart of these girls, the parents and friends who took the time to drive almost hours to bring a livestock trailer full of things we ouisianans are so in need of. nd also a camper for friends in need. o turn around and head back hours to their home. God bless you a hundred fold ossatot iver couldn’t be more thankful for those that helped. “We are so grateful to live in such a giving and kind community. hank you so much to everyone who donated

corn- den Elementary received the Wal-Mart ommunity Grant in the amount of 12 0 to support reading instruction. ll corn and den teachers of reading have been trained by the Institute for Multisensory Education to teach reading using rton Gillingham methodology. he rton Gillingham strategies are multi-sensory incorporating all of the learning pathways. he instruction is direct and exp licit and teachers observe and assess daily to be sure the student is progressing. eceiving the Wal-Mart ommunity CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOL’S BREAKFAST MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 Biscuit & gravy, applesauce, juice, milk WEDNESDAY 9/7 Poptart, banana, orange juice, milk THURSDAY 9/8 Pancake on a stick, apple wedges, juice, milk FRIDAY 9/9 Super donut, fruit cup, apple juice, milk COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 Chicken nuggets, french fries, corn on the cob, slice of bread, pears, milk WEDNESDAY 9/7 Frito chili pie, tossed salad w/ dressing, peaches, cinnamon roll, milk THURSDAY 9/8 Baked chicken mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, pineapple, milk FRIDAY 9/9 Hamburger, lettuce, tomato, pickles, chips, beaked beans, mandarin oranges, milk

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MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 Cereal variety, fruit, bar, apple juice, juice, milk WEDNESDAY 9/7 Cereal variety, toast, oatmeal, yogurt, bananas, cranberries, sausage link, juice, milk THURSDAY 9/8 Cereal variety, toast, scrambled eggs, apricot halves, bananas, yogurt, juice, milk FRIDAY 9/9 Cereal variety, toast, french toast sticks, yogurt, oranges, sausage link, juice, milk ACORN SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 Hot dog, french fries, veggie & fruit bar, milk WEDNESDAY 9/7 Orange chicken, fried rice, broccoli, pizza, oranges, juice, salad bar THURSDAY 9/8 Popcorn chicken, Salisbury steak, pizza, black-eyed peas, roll, oranges, juice, salad bar FRIDAY 9/9 Chicken nuggets, spicy chicken patty, pizza, mashed potatoes, wheat roll, diced peaches, salad bar

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Carnival Open Senior Citizens Night (62 & Over Free) • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm - All Exhibits on Display • 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm - Commercial Building • 4:00 pm - Rabbit & Guinea Pig Judging • 6:00 pm - Sheep & Swine Judging

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Wickes Masonic Lodge Holds Scholarship Banquet

Masonic L odge 5 4 8 of Wickes held it’s annual Scholarship B anq uet. Guest speaker was Mr. Donnie Davis, Superintendent of the Cossatot R iver School District. Mr. Davis spoke on the values of America and how higher education was a part of that. Herb B rogdon of Glenwood presented a B ible to Stephanie Cannon, Amanda Parsons, R osa Salinas and K ara R ichardson. E ach young lady was presented a scholarship by Weldon R ye, Past Master. E ntertainment was provided by Seth R ye, Grand Musician of the Grand L odge of F lorida. E ach of the recipients have plans to attend college this fall. Congratulations to Stephanie Cannon, Amanda Parsons, R osa Salinas, and K ara R Ichardson from Worshipful Master Jim B rett and all of the members of Masonic L odge 5 4 8 .

Louise Durham’s Super Students SUBMITTED BY MENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

L ouise Durham E lementary has selected their Super Students for the week of August 29th.B ack- E mmi Hensley, Ashlyn Short, R oss Henry, Alec E rickson, R yan Jiang, K arson B owles,Jerzi e Abel, Jordan L yle, L illianne L oyd. Middle- Peyton Quillin,K ambree Martin, Makinnley V ega, Mollee Sharp, Ashlyn Aguilar, Tycen B aber, Aiden Whisenhunt, Cady Minoza , Andrew Threlkeld, Abbigale Cook. F ront- Jasmine Anderson, K arsyn B aber, F rancesca acca, livia ang, Isaac Grifﬁn, shton oyd, Sophia endrick

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Grant enabled the teachers to purchase materials to supplement and enhance their instruction. Acorn and Oden teachers met on August 1st at Acorn E lementary to practice reading strategies and to prepare materials for the upcoming year. We appreciate the Wal- Mart F oundation for recognizi ng that supporting our schools to help our students reach their full reading potential strengthens and builds our community. We also thank Union B ank who contributed to this effort and for always being ready to help.

MENA PUBLIC SCHOOL’S BREAKFAST MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 G lazed donut, butterscotch oatmeal bar, mix ed fruit, fruit blend juice, milk WEDNESDAY 9/7 Bosco apple sticks, animal crackers w/ yogurt, applesauce, orange juice, milk THURSDAY 9/8 Breakfast pizza, cheerios, fruit loops, string cheese, raisins, cherry star juice, milk FRIDAY 9/9 French toast sticks, yogurt w/ graham crackers, diced peaches, apple juice, milk MENA PUBLIC SCHOOL’S LUNCH MONDAY 9/5 LABOR DAY - NO SCHOOL TUESDAY 9/6 ELEMENTARY: Chicken nugget bowl w/ gravy, breadstick, carrots, cucumbers, oranges, apple juice, milk; CHOICE: Chicken melt sub, carrots, cucumbers, oranges, apple juice, milk. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Chicken nugget bowl w/ gravy, breadstick, carrots, cucumbers, oranges, apple juice; CHOICES: Chicken melt sub, Chicken fajita. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken nugget bowl w/ gravy, breadstick, chicken melt sub, hot dog, chicken sandwich, beef or chicken taco, beef, chicken, or cheese nachos, cheese q uesadilla, pizza line WEDNESDAY 9/7 ELEMENTARY: K orean meatball stew, cilantro rice, campfire beans, celery sticks, banana, grape juice, milk; CHOICE: Chicken nuggets, breadstick, campfire beans, celery sticks, banana, grape juice, milk. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Korean meatball stew, cilantro rice, campfire beans, celery sticks, banana, grape fruit; CHOICES: bean burrito, beef taco pizza, cheese or pepperoni pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: K orean meatball stew w/ rice, bacon melt sandwich, chicken tenders, hamburger, beef or chicken tacos, beef, chicken or cheese nachos, bean burrito, pizza line. THURSDAY 9/8 ELEMENTARY: Mesq uite chicken, hot roll, zucchini sq uash, baby carrots, cantaloupe, orange juice, milk; CHOICE: G rilled cheese, zucchini sq uash, baby carrots, cantaloupe, orange juice, milk. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Mesq uite chicken, hot roll, zucchini sq uash, baby carrots, cantaloupe, orange juice; CHOICES; Chicken nachos, cheese or pepperoni pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Mesq uite chicken, chicken sandwich, hot dog, chicken melt sandwich, beef or chicken taco, beef, chicken, or cheese nachos, santé fe rice, pizza line. FRIDAY 9/9 ELEMENTARY: Cheese pizza, tortilla chips, broccoli, jicama, fruit salad, milk; CHOICE: Chicken nacho salad, tortilla chips, broccoli, jicama, fruit salad, milk. MIDDLE SCHOOL: J ambalaya, rice, jicama, broccoli, fruit salad; CHOICES: Cheese or pepperoni pizza, fish tacos. HIGH SCHOOL: Jambalaya, BBQ chicken on flatbread, chicken tenders, hamburger, beef chicken or fish tacos, beef, chicken or cheese nachos, pizza line This weekly info proudly sponsored by:

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One Sunday a pastor told his congregation that the church needed some extra money and asked the people to prayerfully consider giving a little extra in the offering plate. He said that whoever gave the most would be able to pick out three hymns. After the offering plates were passed, the pastor glanced down and noticed that someone had placed a $1,000 bill in offering. He was so excited that he immediately shared his joy with his congregation and said he’d like to personally thank the person who placed the money in the plate. And there sat our Rosie all the way in the back shyly raised her hand. The pastor asked her to come to the front. Slowly she made her way to the pastor. He told her how wonderful it was that she gave so much and in thanksgiving asked her to pick out three hymns. Her eyes brightened as she looked over the congregation, pointed to the three most handsome men in the building and said, “I’ll take him and him and him!”

Deramus Family Reunion

Deramus family reunion will be held September 4th at McMillian Park Pavillion, from 10 am to 2 pm. Come, bring a dish, and enjoy family.

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Kenneth Posey - Spreading God’s Word

BY LEANN DILBECK • editor@mypulsenews.com enneth Posey is the founding pastor of Southside Church of God, located on Dallas Avenue in Mena. The church opened its doors the ﬁrst Sunday in une 2001. “ I was born and raised in Mena,” said Posey. “ I’ve been here pretty much all my life.” He has been married to his wife, Debbie, for 1 years and the couple has three sons, ason, osh and errod. enneth graduated from corn igh School in 1 and went to work for the Polk ounty oad Department until 1 . e also had a tie yard where he purchased cross-tie logs. “ hen I worked for Mena eady Mix for a couple of years before going to work for . . Walker onstruction. I stepped out on my own building houses. I built several local homes.” “ hen the ord called me into the ministry in 1 , said Posey. The call into ministry is a lifelong dream building up into j ourney. It’s a process for those who are truly called to preach God’s Word. “It’s not a choice, it’s a God thing, said Posey. “I was attending the Mena hurch of God, which was pastored by rother harley Darris Wiles. enneth went through the hurch of God Ministrial Internship Program to receive his credentials while he was the assistant pastor at the Mena Church of God. “ I was the assistant pastor and for a short time the interim pastor after rother Wiles retired, said Posey. enneth moved on to pastor at the ooneville hurch of God for a couple of years. In une of 2001 enneth and his wife Debbie felt led to begin a hurch of God in the rock building across from the old Mena ord ractor company. “We started in the building on Dallas venue in ctober 2002, said Posey. “ ur ﬁrst Sunday in the rock church building we had 6 in attendance. efore we left that building we had attend on an Easter Sunday. Southside hurch of God is blessed to have about 120 in attendance on Sundays these days. Southside hurch of God meets Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. for Sunday school with morning worship at 10 0 a.m. and Sunday night at 6 p.m. “ ur Wednesday night’s are devoted to youth ministry from 6 to 30 p.m. We feed them, have a devotion and then activities for them, said Posey.

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cotty’s, located on Highway 71 South in Cove, has been serving up biscuits, chicken strips, burgers, ﬁsh and more for breakfast, lunch and dinner for many years under owner and founder, erry Scott. hat tradition of excellence continues under the present owner, Denise Provence. Provence took over Scotty’s in une of 201 and business has been great. “ B asically the business was already set up, and we continued things the way erry had set it up, said Provence. “We run Scotty’s they way he ran it. I had managed this store before, so when I took it over, I was ust carrying on with what they had started. erry and oan did an awesome ob with the store. I couldn’t have gotten to where I am at now without them. I owe them so much. Scotty’s has world class chicken strips, burgers, and, don’t forget the ﬁsh. “ hese are our biggest sellers, said Provence. “I hear raves about our food even when I go out of town. Scotty’s daily specials are always among the local’s favorites. “ ur employees are the backbone of this business, said Provence. “Without good employees, you’re not going to have a good business. I have some employees who have stuck with me, that had been

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Thursday, 9/1 • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/ Polk County will meet at Papa s Me ican Caf . Call Lisa Martin or Charles Pitman for more info. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - The Sonlighters in ction Card Shop will be open at Highway est, one mile from Louise urham. • 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Cossatot River State Park Ouachita National Forest It’s alue to “The Natural State”- Meeting place Legacy Room in isitor Center • 5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will ha e a free dinner and fellowship in the th Street Ministries building. 0 p.m. Ouachita Regional Hospice’s “Growing Through Grief” support group meets at the Hospice office, South Mena Street. or more info, call . • 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at allas enue Baptist Church amily Life Center. Call for more information. • 5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous women s meeting at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy, , S., Mena. or . 00 p.m. Disabled merican eterans & Auxiliary meeting and potluck. Meeting follows dinner, merican Legion at eteran s Park at corn. • 6:00 p.m. – Live Country, Bluegrass and ospel music in the aisy Room at anssen

BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy S., Mena. or . Sunday, 9/4 • 9:00 a.m.-10: p.m. Cossatot River State Park “Skull Crusher” Jeopardy Meeting place Legacy Room in isitor Center. • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Deramus Family Reunion at MCMillan Park Pa illion. Come bring a dish and en oy family. • 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Cossatot River State Park Snorkel e uipment pro ided. Minimum age . Meeting Place Sandbar Parking lot. • 2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. Cossatot River State Park Feed the Critters Meeting Place isitor Center. • 2:30 p.m. – ABATE (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Toward Education meeting at Limetree Restaurant. fficers meeting at general meeting at p.m. eryone is welcome. on profit organi ation. • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy , S., Mena. or . • 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Cossatot River State Park Firewood Fugitives Meeting place isitor Center mpitheater. • 5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the irst nited Methodist Church in Mena. • 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint gnes Church Parish Hall. Monday, 9/5 • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 6:00 p.m. – Polk County Fair & Rodeo meets at the Fairgrounds. 00 p.m. PC O ingo at merican Legion Building, Hwy ., corn. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at irst nited Methodist Church. eryone is welcome. 0 p.m. Shady rove R FD business and training meeting. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy , S., Mena. or . 7 00 p.m. Potter R FD meeting at the ire Station. 7 00 p.m. corn R FD meeting will be at the ire House. • 7:00 p.m. – Mena Emblem Club meets at the lks Lodge. Tuesday, 9/6 • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s reakfast at the irst nited Methodist Church in Mena. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the th Street Ministries Building. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena rt allery, Mena St. 11 00 a.m. 00 p.m. Free lunch at egetarian Soup Kitchen at Mena Se enth ay d entist Church, Polk airground Road , Mena. . ake ut a ailable. ll are welcome. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters

in ction Card Shop will be open at Highway est, one mile from Louise urham. 1 00 p.m. 00 p.m. The Hatﬁeld Branch Library will be open. • 5:00 p.m. - T.O.P.S. will meet in the nion Bank Community Room for weigh ins, followed by a meeting. 00 p.m. Sons of Confederate eterans Camp 646 will meet at the Limetree. or more info, call Henry Hank odara at . 7 00 p.m. Dallas alley R FD will meet for training at the ire House. • 7:00 p.m. – Acorn Fire & Rescue will meet at the ire epartment. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at irst nited Methodist Church, th Port rthur. or . Wednesday, 9/7 • The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Hatfield, ickes, rannis, ander oort, Co e, and Mena at noon. • 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Charm Quilters will meet at the ree ill Baptist Church on the corner of Petros and Cherry St. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library is open. • 5:45 p.m. – The Mena First United Methodist Church Kidz will meet. • 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, Hwy S., Mena. • 6:00 p.m. – Warriors for Christ will meet at the Southside Church of od. • 6:00 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries Regenerating this eneration at Mena Church of od Hwy ast. • 6:15 p.m. – Discovery Kids indergarten hru th rade Collide Youth Ministry th hru th rades and dult Bible Study at allas enue Baptist Church. 0 p.m. 0 p.m. Trek and arsity for Middle and High School students at race Bible Church, Hwy . Mena. ll rea Middle and High School students are welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy , S., Mena. or . • 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Inquiry classes into the Catholic aith begins in the Parish Hall of St. gnes Catholic Church at th St. o cost or obligation. eryone is in ited to attend. Call or for more info.

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e lorist. • 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint gnes Church Parish Hall. 7 00 p.m. ig Fork R FD Business Meeting raining will be at the ire Station. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy , S., Mena. or . 7 00 p.m. The Ink R FD Business Meeting raining will be at the community building. • 7:30 p.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 will meet at the Mena Lodge located in the ld Post ffice by anssen Park. Friday, 9/2 • 8:30 a.m. -9:30 a.m.- Cossatot River State Park Ouachita Walk Meeting place Harris Creek railhead. • 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are gi en at the Morrow Street Housing uthority Community Room unless the roads are wet. ritten tests are gi en at p.m. • 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway South. 1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m.- Cossatot River State Park Arkansas! The Natural State- Meeting place Legacy Room in isitor Center. • 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at ickes irst Baptist Church. nd Street, ickes R. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Highway South, Mena. 7 0 p.m. Christian rotherhood Men’s meeting at Cannanland Church, Sutherland Hwy est. ll men in ited. and older. or more information, call Brother llen . • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, Hwy , S., Mena. or . Saturday, 9/3 • 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Wickes Masonic Lodge Pancake Breakfast will be held at the Lodge. ll proceeds go the the Scholarship Program. • 8:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. - Cossatot River State Park Skins and Skulls Meeting Place Legacy Room in isitor Center. • 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. - ewell amily Reunion at ander oort st Baptist Chruch. t s pot luck. • 1:00 p.m. – There will be an M.S.A.A. Support Group meeting in Room at RMCC. • 1;30 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. Cossatot River State Park Natural History of the Ouachita Mountains Meeting place Legacy Room in isitor Center. • 2:30 p.m. – Old Lyric Players (Seniors Readers’ Theater meets at Subway on the highway. Participants years of age and older are welcome. or further info, contact anelle Baldwin . • 6:00 p.m. – Gospel Singing at the Little Hope Baptist Church near Pine Ridge with dinner following. 00 p.m. PC O ingo at merican Legion Building, Hwy ., corn. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the

• SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH will host Buddy Liles in concert on Sunday, September , at a.m. he church is located miles east of Mena on Hwy. ast. eryone is welcome to attend.

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cats 3 8 - 0. B eginning in 196 0, the two schools opened the season for one another until that tradition ended in 1998 , when the B earcats moved into DeQueen’s 4 A conference. The season- opening tradition resumed in 2010 as again, the B earcats and L eopards became non- conference opponents. The B earcats are in Class 4 A, the toughest in the state. The L eopards moved up to Class 5 A a couple of seasons ago. DeQueen leads the series against the B earcats 5 0- 23 , with 5 ties. The L eopards have won six of the last nine meetings in the rivalry, but the B earcats won two in a row prior to last year’s 4 1- 13 DeQueen victory. The B earcats more than held their own against 6 A Jacksonville in last week’s scrimmage at B earcat Stadium. “ Condition wise, I was pretty pleased,” said B earcat Head F ootball Coach Tim Harper. “ I’m exci ted about what the season holds. I’m looking forward to it and hopefully we will have a good year.” The game will be broadcast live on K QOR 105 .3 F M, home of the B earcats, with playby- play action from Phillip Wilson and Todd Aynes, beginning with pre- game action at 7 p.m. Y ou can also catch the B earcat Coaches’ Show on Thursday at 6 : 05 p.m., on K E N A 104 .1F M.

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Pictured in the center is Rich Davis, age 7, of Mena, Arkansas, who won the U.S. Kids Golf Tournament this past weekend hosted by The First Tee in Little Rock with a low score of 41. Rich is the son of Adrianna and George Davis.

he Junior High B earcats hosted the Dierks Junior Outlaws Thursday, August 25 th in B earcat Stadium. One of Menaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scrimmage highlights came when Junior B earcat q uarterback Max Montgomery completed a long pass to wide reciever Chris B allmeyer who sprinted into the endz one to complete a 70- yard touchdown play. Montgomery completed a two- point conversion pass to cap off the Mena offensive series.

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he Mena L adycats hosted the 2016 L adycat Classic Saturday, August 27th at Mena High and Mena Middle Schools, finishing as the tournament’s R unner- Up. The L adycats faced L akeside in the F inals, falling to the ady ams 2 -21 and 2 -22. In a tremendous battle, the adycats knocked off the Paris ady Eagles in the semi-final round. Paris took the first game of the match 2 -1 . Mena battled back to win the second game 2 -23 forcing a 1 -point tiebreaker game. he adycats knocked Paris out of the tournament with a 1 -13 victory sending Mena to the inals. Earlier in the tournament, the adycats also defeated Malvern 2 -12, 2 -1 in their first match of the day and dominated shdown 2 -16, 2 -1 in their second match. owever, the adycats fell to the akeside ady ams 2 -1 and 2 -21. Mena got things back on track in their next match, smashing utter Morning Star 2 -1 , 2 -10. he adycats followed with a victory over ake amilton, defeating the ady Wolves 2 -1 and 2 -21 to set up their match with the Paris ady Eagles in the tournament’s semi-final round. he adycats travel to Paris to take on the ady Eagles hursday, September 1st with games starting at 6 p.m.

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e have a lot of seniors this year,” said Head Mena High School Cross Country coach R andy Peters. “ Compared to last year, we only had two seniors. We have seven seniors and two of those seniors are foreign ex change students from N orway and Germany, which is really cool. So we get to see the E uropean style of running. We have a lot of new people. We had about five returning from last year and this year we have 24 all together, that’s including boys and girls.” Coach Peters has tried to get the cross- country participation numbers up. He has tried to spread the word promoting cross- country. “ ou’re running three miles, said Peters. “It’s difficult to get kids interested in something that’s so hard.” Some of the kids have been running all summer long. “ ive of the kids ran all summer long, said Peters. “I didn’t get to work with them until last week. ut lint uck is a big one, our most experienced runner and most skilled in the fact of winning almost every meet he goes to. Abbie Smith on the girls side does a really good j ob as does Evelyn Smith. ast year was obert Mcintyre’s first year to run and now he’s right there with uck and he’s only a sophomore this year. So we are looking for big things out of him.” he first cross-country meet is September 13th at corn. “ De Queen usually has the largest turnout with at least 4 0 runners,” said Peters. “ So they are one of the biggest teams that will be there. On our schedule we go to Mansfield which is a really good meet and Maga ine is another good one. “ he hile Pepper ationals is in ayetteville at the niversity of rkansas, at the runners complex ,” said Peters. “ It’s an awesome ex perience, because we bring our top two boys and girls there. hey get to see the college and kind of show them what college running is all about, because S , rkansas all the big D- nes that run have a race before ours. So our kids get to see that level of competition. nd a lot of those get to go to the Olympics. So they get to see Olympians running before their race, which is awesome. I’ve got video of the actual race with over 00 kids at one time on the starting line. It’s ama ing to see that. Coach Peters is not only coaching cross- country this year but is also coaching unior high basketball, assistant senior high basketball and boys unior high track. This is Peters second year teaching and coaching in the Mena Schools system. He is a Mena graduate, then graduated with his ssociates Degree from orth rkansas before transferring to Southeastern klahoma State niversity to play basketball and received his teaching degree there. oach Peters and corn oach eith Wilsey are working together to hold a cross- country meet at the L ion’s MENA BEARCAT AND LADYCAT Club Disc Golf Course in the future. 2016 CROSS-COUNTRY SCHEDULE Team members include: Sept. 13th at Acorn Seniors lint uck, Gary oehler, Abbie Smith, Dennis V irsch, Sept. 24th at Mansfield reanna Sanders, Evelyn Sept. 27th at Magazine Smith, redrik Gudim uniors Will Shanear and raven ane Oct. 1st Chile Pepper Nationals sophomores ick Myers, onnor Oct. 4th Acorn/Mena at Mena arvey, reanna Elliot, obert Oct. 10th at Idabel McIntyre and oseph ooney freshmen atie Mesko, ulianna Oct. 22nd at Lake Hamilton K ennedy, Curtis Curry, and JustiOct. 27th TBA na Smith eighth graders Mathew ravens and ogan Myers Nov. 2nd Regional Meet at Acorn seventh graders Alex Harper and Nov. 12th State Meet Ashley Smith.

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One Hundred Years of Growing Men: C amp P ioneer’s C entennial – P art III CONTRIBUTED BY JEFF OLSON • olsonjd@arkansas.net

y the spring of 1920, the R ailroad Y MCA had granted a 99- year lease of their camping property in Polk County to the B oy Scout council. Mr. Powell named the property “ amp Pioneer and the first council encampment was held there une 1-1 , 1 20. bout Scouts from local troops attended. Special coaches were provided by the S ailroad for the hour trip from exarkana to atfield. aking the train to camp from exarkana was the standard and best mode of transportation until the 1 0s, but even into the 1 0s the S ailroad continued to be very supportive, providing special cars and also cooks. y 1 2 the S council had expanded to include several neighboring counties. y 1 36, more counties were added and more troops formed and the council re- chartered with a new ( their current) name: Caddo Area Council - recogniz ing the American Indians who had originally occupied the area and more inclusive of all the communities imparts of northeast exas and southwest rkansas. Since then, troops in the Mena area formed, including roops 60, 2 and all of which spent time and made many great memories at amp Pioneer. his is not to mention all the ub Scouts who were introduced to Scout camping through “Mom and Me campouts and other outings there preparing them for their advancement into B oy Scouts. In subse uent years, many permanent structures were built at amp Pioneer and many improvements and maintenance work has been accomplished. Much of the latter two have been done by volunteers within the council and local scout troops. eading the way in this work has been the ld imers of amp Pioneer. his nationally recogni ed volunteer organi ation has been dedicated to the betterment of amp Pioneer and Scouting since its founding in 1 . Its membership consist mainly of former and current campers, Scouters, and Staff Members of amp Pioneer. amp Pioneer’s success story doesn’t end here. It is entering a new era re ective of the technical and scientific advances of the 21st century. he traditional activities and programs will continue for the most part, but new ones will gradually be incorporated into summer camps to challenge our boys in ways consistent with modern-day advances in a changing world. owever, some things will no change Scouting’s core values which have been it’s foundation and the heart of its success for 106 years. If you haven’t been to amp Pioneer recently, you might want to take a drive out there some Sunday afternoon or other convenient time. When you do, en oy the beauty it has to offer and in our own back yard at that his I think we too often take for granted. If you park your car and roll the windows down or step out for a stroll and listen, among the whispering pines you might hear or maybe ust imagine the faint sounds of a living, thriving camp full of boys who are having the time of their lives which most hope will never end. r, perhaps what you sense is the gathering invasion of new generations of oy Scouts on the hori ons of tomorrow who will come to experience the treasure that is amp Pioneer - a treasure that will truly never end in the memories of thousands of men who are still boys at heart.

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here will be a plein air workshop, two plein air paint- outs, and a photoshoot, all connected with Mena Art Gallery’s 2016 N ational Juried Painting Competition. The workshop, to be held at a beautiful lakeside estate near Mena on October 2 and 3 , will be conducted by Dave Ivey, one of the artists in the 2015 painting competition. To get an idea of his style and lots of exa mples of his work, visit his website at http: / / daveivey. com/ . F or details on how to sign up, check out our webpage at http: / / theartoftheheartland. com. The two days of plein air paint- outs will be held at the same lakeside estate on October 1 and 2 with a wealth of scenes to choose from. These are sponsored this year by Oil Painters of America, one of the largest ( over 4 ,000 members) and most prestigious art organiza tions in America. They are inviting their members in this region to participate in our paint- out. Our 2016 Photo Shoot, led by B etty Acheson, a talented local photographer who knows all the sweet spots, will be at Crooked Creek. To see what the location is like, search for “ Crooked Creek, Arkansas” on the Internet and click on “ More Photos.” We’ll leave Mena early enough on Sunday, October 2, to get the best light, and your $ 4 0 fee will include a box lunch. To register for any of these, go to our website at http: / / theartoftheheartland.com. And don’t forget the exh ibit that goes with all of this: it will be on display at the gallery during the month of October with a reception from 6 to 8 pm on F riday, September 3 0. This year we have some fabulous work entered. It’s a chance to see world- class art without leaving Mena.

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Is Your Lawn and Garden Bird-Friendly? January 6, 2016 ( StatePoint) B irds are more than j ust beautiful visitors to your lawn and garden, they are an important component of a healthy local ecosystem. Making your property a safe haven for birds will beautify your garden and is the right thing to do. Here are a few simple steps to take to keep birds safe. Offer F ood and Shelter Many birds will simply be using your yard as a rest stop on a long migration. eep this in mind and ﬁll your yard with native species of trees, shrubs and owers to provide shelter and food. Y ou can supplement this nourishment with strategically located bird feeders that will prevent birds from striking your home’s windows. Ideally, bird feeders should be located within three feet of a window or more than 3 0 feet from a window. Prevent B ird Strikes N inety- eight million birds are killed annually in the U.S. when colliding with windows, according to Western E coSystems Technology estimates. Stem the loss of life by exp loiting the keen vision of birds. “ When windows are visible to birds, they will enj oy a safer migration,” says Spencer Schock, founder of WindowAlert, a company that offers decals and UV L iq uid that is visible to birds but not people. Products from Window lert are proven to effectively alter the ight path of birds and prevent window strikes. An easy weekend proj ect to complete this season is applying decals to your home’s windows and using i uid to ﬁll the gaps in order to form a visual barrier for birds. he ultraviolet re ecting coating will look like etched glass to humans, but be q uite visible to birds. The coating can fade over time, so remember to periodically replace decals. More best practices can be found at windowalert.com. L imit Other Haza rds Pet cats can prove haza rdous to birds. K eep cats inside or monitor their time outdoors in order to prevent attacks. Promote a natural food source for birds by avoiding the use of pesticides and fertilize rs that kill off the insects that birds need to thrive. B y taking a few important measures at home, you can create a haven for migratory birds right in your own backyard.

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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.

involving a local woman and Mr. Mayo. A Mena woman reported that someone had stolen a package that had been delivered to her residence. Case is pending. August 25, 2016 A Mena man reported that someone had entered a building he owns and had opened several windows and doors and left lights on. Case is pending. A local woman reported that her 15-yearold daughter had not returned home on the bus after school. fficers were able to locate the girl and released her to her mother. August 26, 2016 Chad Lowder, 41, no address given, was transported from Logan County to Polk County by city officers and was ser ed an outstanding felony warrant for probation violation. August 27, 2016 Report was taken of a local man s former wife harassing him. Case is pending.

Mena Police Department August 21, 2016 Management at a local retail store reported that one of their employees had been scammed by a quick-change con artist in the amount of $500.00. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes and identity of suspect. August 22, 2016 Brandi Fay Sanders, 29, and Adam Lee Dollarhyde, 28, were both charged with third Polk County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department degree battery after a call to a local residence. August 22, 2016 August 23, 2016 Report from a Mena woman of inappropriLaura Kay Giesel, 45, of Mena was ate behavior involving a juvenile. Investigacharged with possession of drug parapherna- tion continues. lia, possession of meth or cocaine, disorderly Report from complainant on Polk 36 near conduct, and public intoxication. Hatfield of . in damages to a mailbo Richard Lee Smiley, 58, of Mena was and fence by an unknown vehicle. Investigacharged with criminal trespass after a call to tion continues. a local medical based facility regarding an unAugust 23, 2016 wanted indi idual in the office. Report from complainant on Switchback fficers responded to a disturbance at a Lane near the Opal community of problems local residence regarding a domestic dispute. with a neighbor. Information has been proNo arrests were made. ided to the Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for August 24, 2016 further consideration. Report 5was someone filling the August 24, 2016 keytaken factsofabout Prostate Cancer: diesel tank of a tractor with water. Case is Report from complainant on Grove Lane 1. Affects 1 in every 6 men pending. near Cove of being harassed by an acquain2. Deadlier than breast cancer Report was taken ofinaearly fight stages on the parking tance. Information has been provided to the 3. Detectable lot of a local retailan store. Whendisease authorities ar- Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for further con4. NOT old manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rived, some of theNOT suspects had area. sideration. 5. Does go away if left you the avoid you to get fter inter testing. iewing Gentlemen: all parties inWeolencourage ed, officers Report from a church on Polk 70 in the PSA bloodtotest. forwarded athe report the prosecuting attor- Cherry Hill community of damage done to a ney for possibly issuing a warrant. yard by an unknown vehicle. Investigation Charles Michael Mayo, 67, of Mena was continues. cited for harassment after several incidents Report of a disturbance at a business on

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Highway 8 East in the Big Fork community. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for further consideration. Report from a Wickes woman of problems with child custody exchange. August 25, 2016 Report from complainant on Polk 116 near Mena of problems with a neighbor concerning a dog. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for further consideration. Report from complainant on Polk 302 near the Cherry Hill community of being threatened by an acquaintance. Information has been pro ided to the Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for further consideration. August 26, 2016 raffic stop on Highway est near Mena led to the arrest of Lawrence C. Elander, 42, of Hollister, MO, on Charges of Careless/Prohibited Driving, Obstructing Governmental Operations, and Sexual Indecency with a Child.

August 27, 2016 Report from complainant on Polk 48 near Potter of forged checks, totaling losses at $115.00. Investigation continues. Report of a disturbance on Polk 19 near Cove. Deputies responded. Information has been pro ided to the Prosecuting ttorney s ffice for further consideration. August 28, 2016 Report from complainant on Polk 23 near Cove of gates that were tampered with. Investigation continues. rrested by an officer with the rannis Police Department was Wesley R. Dunning, 51, of Watson, OK, on a Charge of Possession of Untaxed Liquor. Arrested was Jennifer K. Williams, 45, of Mena, on a Warrant for Communicating a False Alarm. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 22 Incarcerated Inmates, with 1 Inmate currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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Home Safety: New Ways to Protect Your Family (StatePoint) While you may think of smart home technology as a convenience -- something to save you a few steps of walking between the couch and the nearest light switch, smart home offerings also include important preventative measures that can help you protect not only your valuables, but your home itself and everyone in it. Take some time to learn how to use new technology to help protect your family: • Beyond the Burglar: The first thing that comes to mind when most people think about home security is almost certainly burglary. But intruders aren’t the only thing you have to worry about entering your home. Water damage is the second most common cause of property loss and accounts for a quarter or more of homeowner’s insurance claims. A good early detection device, such as a Z-Wave flood sensor, could be the difference between a damp inconvenience and a soaking wet catastrophe in your home, especially when combined with a smart shutoff valve. • Avoid dangers: Some sensors, like GoControl’s Z-Wave Door/ Window Sensors, for example, are a great way to keep you alerted to potential dangers -- especially on days when the kids get home earlier than you do. A few placed judiciously around the house -- on liquor or medicine LICENSED RESIDENTIAL cabinets, for example, or even the knife drawer, are a great way of keeping your mind at ease. And those same sensors AND COMMERCIAL placed on entry points could alert you in the event of an invasion. CONTRACTOR • Deter intruders: When it comes down to it, though, the best way to deal with home invasion is to deter intruders altogether. When you’re out of town for a vacation or business trip, it’s important to make sure your home still looks lived in, and rigid pre-programmed lighting timers aren’t fooling anyone. Newer smart light bulb systems, like BeON Home, go one step further by recording and playing back your daily lighting routines, and even include a sophisticated listening system that can respond to a doorbell, by turning inside lights on organically, one at a time, exactly the way you would if you were home. Smart home technology is becoming more versatile than ever. To learn more about how it can be used for keeping NEW CONSTRUCTION, ADDITIONS, AND people, pets and property safe, visit Z-Wave.com and BeONHome.com for DIY videos, how-tos and live customer assisREMODELING FROM DESIGN tance. TO COMPLETION. While there’s no replacement for a caring neighbor’s watchful eye, these days there are a great number of ways of CONCRETE, DECORATIVE CONCRETE, taking home security into your own hands -- no matter where you are. Smart hubs, combined with sensors in and around PATIO COVERS, CARPORTS, SHADE the home, can take the worry out of being away from home by alerting you when something goes wrong. STRUCTURES, RETAINING WALLS, With a connected home, you can better keep tabs on your house and keep the things and people in it safe, even when RV COVERS. you’re not home.

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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 20, 2016, for the following purposes: To elect 3 members to the Board of Directors for a term of 5 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 school 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 in the Polk County Courthouse, Polk County Clerk’s Office, 507 Church Avenue, Mena, Arkansas beginning Tuesday, September 13, 2016 through Friday, September 16, 2016, and Monday, September 19, 2016, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS By

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NOTICE OF POLLING SITES FOR ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION IN OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS In accordance with the requirements of Ark. Code Ann. §6-14-106, notice is hereby given that: The school 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 in the Polk County Courthouse, Polk County Clerk’s Office, 507 Church Avenue, Mena, Arkansas beginning Tuesday, September 13, 2016 through Friday, September 16, 2016, and Monday, September 19, 2016, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF OUACHITA RIVER SCHOOL DISTRICT OF POLK COUNTY, ARKANSAS Gene Monk Secretary of the Board

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Ad deadline is 5 p.m. on Monday. Payment is due with ad. Publishing and distributing 8,000 copies weekly. INVITATION FOR BIDS The Housing Authority of the County of Polk, Arkansas, hereinafter called the “Public Housing gency , or PH , will recei e bids for reroofing of appro imately buildings, apartments , until PM on hursday, September , , at the office of the PH located at South Morrow St., Mena, rkansas, , at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. ny bid recei ed after the closing time will be returned unopened. Copies of bidding documents may be obtained from the rchitects ffice by depositing . for each set of bid documents up to a ma imum of two sets. Such deposit will be refunded to each person who submits a bona fide bid and returns the bidding documents complete and in good condition within se en days after the bid opening. dditional sets for Prime Bidders and all documents for non prime bidders such as material suppliers and subcontractors may be purchased at their own e pense by sending their check for . to the rchitects office at the address below. or iewing prior to making plan deposit, Bidding ocuments may be e amined at Mc raw Hill Construction odge Plan Room, Central e, Hot Springs, rkansas , , and at the following additional places im Mc en ie, rchitect, P shbrook Ln Russell ille, rkansas, Housing Authority of the County of Polk South Morrow Street Mena rkansas Burris Reprographics, nc. South rkansas enue Russell ille, R Prime bidder s returning documents prior to the bid date and or not submitting a bona fide bid, shall forfeit their deposit unless documents are returned se en calendar days be fore opening of bids, with notification in writing that a bid will not be submitted. Prime bid ders who ha e not returned the documents by the se enth day after bid date shall forfeit their deposit. he attention of each bidder is called to the re uirements as to conditions of employment to be obser ed and minimum wage rates included in this Pro ect Manual to be paid under the contract. Participation of small, minority and women owned enterprises is encouraged.

the name and address of the bidder, contract ob number, and date and time of bid opening. Bidders must conform to the re uirements of the rkansas State Li censing Law for eneral Contractors and are re uired to ha e a current rkansas C M R B S Housing uthority of the County of Polk, rkansas, Page of Contractor s License in accordance with current rkansas State Statute et se .

here will be a mandatory Pre Bid Conference and walk through prior to Bid ate, at M, on hursday, September , . Bids recei ed from contractors not attend ing the Pre Bid Conference and alkthrough will be returned unopened. ach bid submitted must contain the following items. . Bid orm included in the Pro ect Manual, with all blanks filled in, signed by bidder . cashiers check, certified check, or acceptable bidders bond payable to the wner in an amount not less than of the largest possible total for the bid submitted must accom pany each bid as a guarantee that, if awarded the contract, the bidder will promptly enter into a contract and e ecute such bonds and insurance as may be re uired. . fully e ecuted on Collusi e ffida it as included in the Pro ect Manual . fully e ecuted Pre ious Participation Certification, H included in the Pro ect Manual . fully e ecuted Representations, Certifications, and ther Statements of Bidders, H included in the Pro ect Manual, including . Bidders Section Clause Certification B. Certification of Bidder regarding Section and Segregated acilities C. Certification of Prime Bidder regarding ual mployment pportunity . Certification of Prime Bidder regarding on segregated acilities . Contractors Certification regarding Labor Standards and Pre ailing age Rate Re uirements.

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he successful bidder shall be re uired to furnish an rkansas Statutory Performance and Payment Bond or Bonds in the amount of percent of the Contract Bid for contracts that e ceed , . he PH bidding.

reser es the right to re ect any or all bids or to wai e any informalities in the

o Bidder may withdraw his bid within si ty ing.

days after the actual date of the bid open

i ie Shrader, ecuti e irector Housing uthority of the County of Polk South Morrow St. Mena, rkansas

ll bids must be submitted on forms furnished by the PH as bound in the Pro ect Man ual, submitted in duplicate and submitted in a sealed en elope plainly marked to show

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