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Semi Rollover Causes Traffic Jam in South County BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com
A semi-truck rollover caused an all-day traffic am in South olk County on Thursday, December , a day after the actual accident. Grannis olice Chief ichael Selinas explained that around 0 p.m. Wednesday night, December , the -wheeler’s tires lost contact with the asphalt and drove into a ditch, near ighthouse Caf north of Wickes, and rolled onto its side, loosing a full load of lumber. A husband and wife were inside the cab of the truck when the accident oc-
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VA Clinic to Relocate in Spring 2017 BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com The ena’s Community ased utpatient Clinic C C will soon change its location to better serve veterans in the community. The current clinic is on ighway in ena, but will move to South orrow Street, next to the ost ffice. The decision to move was made, in part, to implement more services and the ACT atient Aligned Care Team model, in which each veteran has a team that provides primary care services, and helps coordinate services for specialty care when needed. Acting Chief of Staff, Dr. ohn Theus, who is based in ittle ock explained CONTINUED ON PAGE 27
Mena Ushers in Holiday Season with Annual Christmas Festival BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com
The ena olk County Chamber of Commerce arade of ights was held in downtown ena riday night, December th, with hundreds lining the streets to catch a glimpse of this year’s floats, gather up candy, and of course, see the big olly guy in red, Santa Clause. The parade was led off by the ena ioness as grand marshals escorted in a oon car courtesy of Vintage Tin estorations, followed by Team ena lashcats and the olk County arching and, comprised of more than 0 band students from Cossatot iver, Acorn, and ena.
As reported previously in the Pulse, three-year old Aurora Pitman was granted a Make-A-Wish trip to Give Kids the World Village and Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Aurora and her family are back, and the trip was, as it should have been, the trip of a lifetime. READ THE COMPLETE STORY ON PAGE 10.
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Polk County Farm Bureau Recognized at Arkansas Farm Bureau Convention
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olk County Farm Bureau President Allen Stewart ( center) of Mena received recognition for the county’s work at the 82 nd Arkansas Farm Bureau annual convention on Dec. 1 in H ot Springs. Presenting the award were Randy V each ( left) and Rich H illman, president and vice president of Arkansas Farm Bureau. Each county Farm Bureau is measured in 10 program areas and awarded Gold Stars for exemplary effort in each one. Polk County earned seven Gold Stars. Arkansas Farm Bureau is a non-profit, private farm and rural advocacy organization of more than 19 1,000 families throughout the state working to improve farm and rural life.
Remembering Hearts Forever Announces Bronze Statue Raffle Winner BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com
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emembering H earts Forever drew their lucky raffle winner at their annual Candle L ighting Ceremony on Sunday, December 11th. After selling tickets for weeks on a boy and girl leapfrog bronze statue, the winner was declared as K ENA’s own, Mark H obson, a.k.a Mr. Swap Shop. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit emembering H earts Forever Memorial Garden, located at the Polk County Courthouse, as well as other annual events held by the group including Mother’s Day and Father’s Day events. Remembering H earts Forever is a group that gathers in support of one another to those who have lost children, grandchildren, and siblings. For more information on the group, contact Diane Mathis at 47 9 -2 43019 1.
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Nicked Water Line Causing Two-Hour MRHS Brings in Another BY MELANIE BUCK BY MELANIE BUCK OB/GYN news@mypulsenews.com Break in Service news@mypulsenews.com M
ena Regional H ealth System has brought in a new O B/ GY N to help better serve area residents. Dr. Ronnie Dennis, O bstetrics/ Gynecology, graduated medical school from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. H e completed his residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Dennis brings 2 8 years of experience in Women’s H ealth to the area. H e will be serving patients at Mena Medical Associates at 1103 College Drive in Mena and also at Dr. Walker’s O utpatient Clinic on Collin Raye Drive in DeQ ueen. H e is now accepting new patients for both locations. To schedule an appointment, call 489 39 4-1414.
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busted water line in Mena had businesses and residences out of water for a couple of hours on Thursday, December 8. K laasmeyer Construction of Conway, Ark. are in town installing fiber optic lines for an unknown company and ‘ nicked’ an adj acent water line. According to Charles Pitman, manager of Mena Water Utilities, this isn’t the first time it has happened, but is j ust part of the process when working in such close proximity to other utility lines. “It’s a normal occurrence. They have to stay in the easement, and its unfortunate, but there are a lot of utilities underground that people don’t realize are there,” Pitman explained. The break, on the corner of 1st Street and Martin, caused an approximate two-block shut off in water services while the line was repaired. It took around two hours before services could be restored. “This crew works in the area a lot and it’s a normal, unfortunate occurrence, but it happens. The most memorable is when it happened in front of Dollar General and water was ‘ rooster tailing’ out into the highway.” Pitman said he appreciates customers’ patience when problems like this arise and thanks his crew for their quick response.
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rafting is a great part of the H appiness Extension Club’s early activities. ictured are Extension members Charlotte iterell and ose c ain, who shared holiday craft making with club members. The H appiness Extension H omemaker’s Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at atfield City all and brings programs concerning the needs of the homemakers of olk County. This very active club welcomes men and women of all ethnic and gender affiliation to oin. ocations of olk County clubs are posted at the olk County Extension ffice or by calling 4 - 4-60 .
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ebecca Romine, secretary of the H appiness Extension H omemaker’s Club of atfield, shared an upcoming Christmas craft, eads of Courage Collection ags,’ for an Ari ona-based organi ation for children dealing with extreme sickness or heath problems. A child is given a bead for each medical procedure they are sub ected to. omemade collection bags are gifts made by volunteers for the child to collect their beads in. omine, a talented crafter, not only shares these gift bags for the needs of children, she is also talented in uilt making, crocheting, knitting, and other areas, which she shares with the E C club. She makes and ships the eads of Courage bags to the organi ation as gifts to the children. Information on the eads of Courage program can be found online and interested persons are welcome to volunteer to contribute to the program through the E C club. The club consists of men and women who share their many talents. Information for oining one of the local E C clubs can be found by calling 4 - 4-60 .
The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Auxiliary recently raf e a Sanyo tele ision onate y almart to help raise fun s to assist eterans in Polk County. aye artin was rawn as the winner. D is est known for the D an ser ices that transport eterans to an from octor appointments in ittle ock. hey also place owers on eterans’ ra es urin eteran’s holi ays as well as isitin eterans in local nursin facilities an hospitals an so much more.
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Acorn Student Overcomes Blindness and Deafness with Perfect Pitch BY MELANIE BUCK • news@mypulsenews.com
One of Dalton’s dreams came true when he was able to be among the 170 fellow students in the Polk County Band marching in the 2016 Mena Christmas Parade, with the assistance of Mrs. Valerie Couch and fellow student Kaylea Shuey.
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reams really do come true. If you don’t believe that, then ask Dalton L ane, an extremely talented senior at Acorn H igh School, who has overcome more adversity in his young nineteen years than most do in decades. Dalton was born blind, but with his upbeat attitude, you can’t tell that it has ever affected him. H is personality shines bright and the students that surround him seem to love him and dote on him like siblings. Not only is Dalton completely blind, he’s also def in one ear. And with all of that, he has a quality that some strive to achieve their whole lives, and it j ust comes naturally to him… perfect pitch. For those that don’t know what that means, perfect pitch is “a rare auditory phenomenon characterized by the ability of a person to identify or re-create a given musical note without the benefit of a reference tone.” Another way to put it is, he plays ‘ by ear.’ Any note Dalton hears, he can reproduce on a variety of instruments, or by using his voice. While practicing for their Christmas Choir Concert, his teacher, Valerie Couch, said, Dalton, give us a -sharp,” and he belted it out without a thought. H is love of music came early in life. “When I was little, I had a small model guitar and I would play it until my fingers would bleed,” said Dalton. I wouldn’t know my fingers were bleeding and they would take the guitar away.” e knew from the beginning that he had perfect pitch and said, music is my way of escaping into my own world.” In school, Dalton is not only part of the choir, he is also in band. O ne of his dreams was to play in a marching band and play the sousaphone. “Thanks to Mr. Charles Morgan [ Mena H igh School Band Instructor , I got to play a sousaphone for the first time last year. I marched with it in the parade last year and this year,” smiled Dalton. e described a sousaphone as a very heavy tuba that weighs about 40 pounds. In ena’s Christmas arade of ights, Dalton was one of more than 0 students from around the county that marched, something most blind students would never dream of being able to accomplish. H e was escorted by Mrs. Couch and fellow band student, K aylea Shuey, through the streets as he played and marched. “She has helped with him a lot. She plays bass guitar so they are on the ‘ low notes’ together. K aylea has also spent a lot of time helping him get to his classes and such,” said Couch. Dalton admitted he has loved the sousaphone since he first saw one and passionately described when that love first surfaced. We had an old fiberglass one that had never really been played. I was in awe of how the horn felt and looked.” e also loves to play the piano accordion, especially around Christmas time. “Every year, I drag out my accordion and play Christmas Carols. I love Christmas Carols.” To be able to overcome the adversity laid upon him, encouragement was definitely needed. Dalton said his mother is his biggest source of encouragement. “She always tells me I can do it. No matter how bad a day I am having, she always pulls me back on my feet.” To encourage others that face adversity, Dalton said, Keep practicing. Don’t ever let troubles get in your way. Don’t let someone know you’re down. Get back up on your feet and try again.” Dalton will graduate from Acorn H igh School in the Spring with classmates he has been with since the second grade. ooking forward to what the future holds, he will first go to rehab services and the L ouisiana Center for the Blind. There, he will be able to
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take college classes, learn life skills, and receive j ob training. H e hopes to maj or in media broadcasting. e will get his first taste of broadcasting life when he j oins Mark H obson on the Mena Morning Show on K ENA 104.1FM one day next week. When he heard the news of being invited as a co-host, his excitement was uncontainable. Be sure to tune in to hear details of what day and time he will co-host. Dalton with Tessa Kesterson at Choir practice on December 12, 2016.
Dr. Paul Buschman and wife, Deborah, have opened a new facility in Mena that specializes in Dysport, Restylane, and Botox services. Dr. Paul Buschman, MD Aesthetic Medicine is locate at anssen enue in ena. he uschman’s hel a recent open house on Decem er 3, allowing everyone an opportunity to learn more about their services.
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Polk County’s 2016 Christmas Parade CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE ena egional ealth System’s float came in first place in the est in Show Category. Nidec won second and enuel Assembly of God, third. Elite ome ealth was awarded est Theme epresentation and Don’s E ay won Chamber avorite. ollowing the parade, everyone headed over to anssen ark where they were entertained with a Christmas Concert by ana Gail and Gail orce. The ena Advertising and romotion Commission ended the night with the annual fireworks display and official lighting of anssen ark.
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curred and both were wearing seatbelts. The husband was driving and was uninj ured. H is wife was pinned in the cab between the seat and the passenger door for some time before emergency responders were able to pull her out through the windshield. H er foot was inj ured and she was transported to Mena Regional H ealth System where she was treated and released. As the lumber scattered across the landscape, it was determined that traffic would have to be shut down to reload it onto another trailer. After making sure the roadway was cleared for the night, guards were posted to watch the lumber overnight and cleanup was scheduled for Thursday morning. In order to load the lumber in the precarious portion of ighway , traffic was shut down for 12 minutes at a time, causing the cleanup to take near six hours, and backing traffic up until Thursday afternoon. Two officers from Grannis D, two olk County deputies, and a state trooper worked the initial accident, while Grannis D took over controlling traffic during cleanup efforts.
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The Honorable Judge Jerry Ryan is shown swearing in a new CASA Volunteer, Kevin Smallwoo for Polk County. C S is a non pro t or ani ation that is appointe y the Judge to be the voice for foster children. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer and advocating for abuse and neglected children, contact Cynthia Martin or Renee Hendrix at 479-243-9277.
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WASH INGTO N – The National Association of State Foresters ( NASF) presented Congressman Bruce Westerman of Arkansas with the 2 016 Bernard L . O rell Award at the NASF Partners Reception in Washington, DC, December 7 . Rep Westerman is a Y ale School of Forestry-educated forester and is the only professional forester in Congress. In the past, he said, “Working forests are our nation’s number one renewable resource. H ealthy working forests promote clean air and water. There is no downside to healthy forest.” “Congressional leaders like Rep. Bruce Westerman allow State Foresters to more effectively conserve, protect and enhance America’s trees and forests. Congressman Westerman understands the importance of science-based forest management, cross-boundary partnerships, and bipartisan efforts to work across the landscape. We are thrilled to present the Bernard L . O rell Award to a fellow forester this year,” said Wyoming State Forester and NASF President Bill Crapser. Congressman Westerman works across the aisle with his colleagues to promote, support, and strengthen the forestry community nationwide. “Working forests create j obs and opportunities using a natural, renewable resource. State Foresters are an important part of the forest economy and help ensure that this natural resource remains healthy and vibrant. I commend State Foresters across the country for their efforts that benefit the American economy in ways large and small,” Congressman ruce Westerman said today. ep. Westerman introduced 64 , the Emergency Wildfire and orest anagement Act of 2 016, a bill with bipartisan support that streamlines process, encourages collaboration and supports more active forest management. H e also initiated the bipartisan “Working Forests Caucus,” a voice in Congress for active and responsible forest management. The Caucus hosts informational sessions for Congressmen and their staffs on the value of active management and the latest forest management challenges. State Foresters have been invited to speak and participate at the Work Forests Caucus sessions. Robert Farris, the State Forester of Georgia and the Chair of the Southern 5 keyForesters facts about Prostate Cancer: Group of State addressed the caucus during its inaugural event on Capitol 1. Affects 1 in every 6 men H ill. Farris spoke about Forest Action Plans, how these plans help target limited re2. Deadlier than breast cancer sources where they are needed most, and why these strategies and assessments are 3. Detectable in early stages critical to 4. sustain healthy working NOT an old man’s diseaseforests. The ernard . rell wasavoid named in memory of r. rell 4, State 5. Does NOT go Award away if you testing. Gentlemen: Wefrom encourage orester of Washington State 4 -you to.getrell left the state forestry agency to a PSAand blood test. enter industry eventually became the vice president at Weyerhaeuser where he became a leader in the development of national forestry policy. This award is limited to embers of Congress and is presented periodically to a deserving representative of Congress who has made significant contributions to state and private forestry.
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s reported previously in the Pulse, three-year old Aurora Pitman was granted a Make-A-Wish trip to Give K ids the World V illage and Disney World in O rlando, Florida. Aurora and her family are back, and the trip was, as it should have been, the trip of a lifetime. Charles and Neva Pitman, along with Aurora and sisters, Melanie, age 10, and O livia, age , spent five days in the sunny weather of lorida and brought back memories that will last forever. Aurora is a special needs child with a life expectancy of only 6-12 years. “Aurora being a special needs child, we can’t go all places,” explained Charles. With the exception of Give K ids the World, where everything is centered around special needs children, and all the ‘ needs’ that come with them, there aren’t many places the Pitman’s can go as a family. The Pitman’s explained how hard traveling is for families with a special needs child. “There are too many limitations with a special needs child. This place helps with that. We shipped a box of things we would need and couldn’t take on the plane. Give K ids the World had it waiting on us when we got there. That’s the kind of stuff they do on a daily basis,” Charles said. Upon arrival, the Pitman’s were given their own villa and tickets to area attractions. They spent three days touring the Epcot Center and the Magic K ingdom, meeting princesses and cartoon characters, team mascots, and seeing of course, Cinderella Castle. The first one we saw when we got there was Daisy Duck and livia did not want to let go of her,” laughed Charles. “Even though she’s not vocal, Aurora is very expressive. She loved Daisy Duck,” Neva added. When Aurora met Princess Ja smine, the princess didn’t want to let go of Aurora. Neva said The Fairy Godmother was the same, “she said let me have her and kept her for about 30 minutes,” she laughed. The family also met the real-life dolphin from the movie Dolphin Tale and were able to touch his prosthetic fin. That was one of elanie’s favorite activities. They all loved the beach,” said Neva. Not only was Disney on the agenda, Give K ids the World makes sure that there are plenty of activities at the V illage, and not j ust for the special needs child, but their siblings as well. Neva explained, “In hospitals, Aurora would get special gifts but not the other girls. At Give K ids the World, a gift fairy would come around each day while we were gone and leave gifts for all the girls. Siblings of special needs children have an understanding that others don’t.” Charles added, “That’s why Give K ids the World focuses on family. It’s special for everyone, not j ust the special needs child.” In addition to the three days at Disney World, they spent time at the V illage, j ust relaxing and taking advantage of pool weather. “They provide activities at the V illage so you really don’t have to leave. Disney was j ust the whipped cream on top of the ice cream,” Charles beamed. They also said at the villa, the parents’ room is the small room and the kids get the master room with an extra large bathroom, complete with a Ja cuzzi tub, making the kids feel like they rule the roost, and the world. At Give K ids the World, rules are virtually out the window as “they encourage ice cream for breakfast and hot dogs and popcorn poolside,” said Neva. “Whatever they
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IVA MAE SIKES Iva Mae Sikes, age 96, of Mena, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2016 at Rich Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Iva Mae was born on May 5, 1920 to Ora L. and Ida Jane Holmes. She was united in marriage to Lee Sikes on November 24, 1934. She was blessed with three children, Mildred, Larry, and Virginia. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She worked at Renova Shirt Factory and Teague Leather Goods. After retirement, she and her daughter, Virginia, opened a quilt shop named Stitches. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed quilting, sewing, cooking, and ironing. She lived for family get-togethers with homemade pizza and fried potatoes and the annual Sikes’ reunion. She had many friends and became a special grandma to all of her caregivers at Rich Mountain. She is survived by daughter-inlaw, Ginger Sikes of Silver City, New Mexico; son-in-Law, Arville Busch of Mena, Arkansas; grandchildren, Bryant Busch and wife Ellen, Bruce Busch and wife Susan, Tyra Hobson and husband Mark, and Mitch Sikes and wife Sherri, all of Mena; great-grandchildren, Brandon Busch, Chase Busch, Bradley Busch, Kris Hobson, Wade Hobson, Race Hobson, Reagan Sikes, Lauren Sikes; several great-great grandchildren; siblings, Rose Lea Beck, Charles Holmes, and Glen Holmes; and a spe-
cial friend who she loved as a daughter, Sue Powell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Sikes; children, Mildred Sikes, Larry Sikes, and Virginia Busch; and siblings, Bunnie Holmes, Jesse Holmes, Robert Holmes, Fred Holmes, Mary Lou Phillips, and Ida Jane Breitenstein. Pallbearers will be Brandon Busch, Chase Busch, Bradley Busch, Kris Hobson, Race Hobson, John Wise, and Ryan Tipton. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bud Graves, Allen Hale, Earl Hale, Joe Head, Mark Hobson, Ty Jones, Eddie Lunsford, Larry McMellon, and Jorli Sikes. Funeral Services are Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith Missionary Baptist Church on Hwy 8 West in Mena, Arkansas. Burial will follow at Board Camp Cemetery under direction of Beasley Wood Funeral Home. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 13 at the Beasley Wood Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rich Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation Activity Fund, 306 Hornbeck Ave., Mena, Arkansas 71953.
BLANCHE ALLEYNE BEALERT Blanche Alleyne Bealert, age 88, of Mena, died Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the Peachtree Assisted Living in Mena. She was born on Sunday, February 12,
1928 to Jonah Jewel and Allie Rebecca Sexton Hart in Gillham, Arkansas. Alleyne loved serving her Lord, reading her Holy Bible, and attending her church, Anointed Faith Tabernacle in Old Dallas. Blanche enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to cook and some of the family’s favorite dishes were her pot roast and her homemade chocolate pies. Blanche was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Bealert; one brother, Sidney Hart five sisters, Lorne riffith, Bessie Mae Wilds, Louise McRee, Pauline Little, and Florence Hart; and one grandson, Carl Jarschke Jr. Alleyne is survived by her two sons and daughter in law, James and Isabelle Bealert of Bullhead City, Arizona and Ronald Bealert of Tucson, Arizona; two daughters and sons in laws, Paula and Carl Jarschke Sr. of Royal Oaks, California and Lorrie and Matthew Glover of Mena; two sisters, Helen Parsons of Van Buren, Arkansas and Dolly Hampton of Mena; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were Friday, December 9, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Pastor ary Wilson officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Park in Mena. Visitation was Thursday, December 8, 2016 from 6-8 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Pallbearers were Paul Hooper, Bob
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Carrol F. Jesse, age 86, of Mena, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016 in Mena, Arkansas. Mr. Jesse was born in Mexico, Missouri on September 24, 1930 to the late Carl Raymond Jesse and the late Mayme Buchanan Burton. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 23 years, retiring as MSgt. He then worked as maintenance chief for Pepsi and retired after 25 years. He was a loving and kind father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to all and will be dearly missed. He is survived by children, Carrol Franklin Jesse, Jr., Teresa Meisner, Wil6, 2016 liam “Bill” Jesse; sevenJanuary grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Jesse and Mayme Burton, his wife, JoAnn Jesse, and a daughter, Cynthia Ann Jesse. The family would like to extend special thanks and heartfelt gratitude to Janet, LeAnn, Dr. Brown, Dr. Henderson, and the staff at Mena Regional Health System. Mr. Jesse was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. No services are planned at this time.
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he Acorn H igh School Faculties have chosen the following students for the November Students of the Month: 6th Grade: Braylan Bohlman, son of Scott and Amanda Bohlman; 7 th Grade: Abby Smedley, daughter of Je ssica and Danny Smedley; 8th Grade: K imberly Strasner, daughter of Je rry and Misti Strasner; 9 th Grade: Makenna Goss, daughter of Greg and K im Goss; 10th Grade: Braxlie Strother, daughter of Tim and Je wel Strother; 11th Grade: Monica Cottrell, daughter of Colby and Daniella Philpot; 12 th Grade: Nathan Chaney, son of Ja son and Andrea Chaney. These students were chosen based on the following characteristics: performing at ability level, participating in the classroom, respectful to faculty and peers, demonstrating a good work ethic, and demonstrating all-around good citizenship. Students receive an academic plaque as well as have their lunch furnished by Nidec at a restaurant of their choice.
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he Acorn H igh School Faculties have chosen the following students for the December Students of the Month: 6th Grade: Reed McGee, son of Ja ime and Michelle McGee; 7 th Grade: Michael Auces, grandson of Debbie Gee; 8th Grade: H arlee Rodgers, daughter of Ju stin and Dina Rodgers; 9 th Grade: H aley Sandoval, daughter of David and H eather Pryor; 10th Grade: L eo Ja cinto, Grandson of Robert and Sharon Q uillin; 11th Grade: Warren McPherson, son of Clint and Tracy McPherson; 12 th Grade: Nick L yle, son of K ris and Mindy L yle. These students were chosen based on the following characteristics: performing at ability level, participating in the classroom, respectful to faculty and peers, demonstrating a good work ethic, and demonstrating all-around good citizenship. Students receive an academic plaque as well as have their lunch furnished by Nidec at a restaurant of their choice.
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Cossatot Wins Nail-biter Against Mena BY EASTON LEONARD
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he Cossatot Eagles traveled to Mena last Friday to take on the Bearcats at the Union Bank Center. After a back-and-forth first eight minutes, the earcats held onto a - 0 lead going into the second quarter. The Eagles of Cossatot outscored the Bearcats 19 -11 in the second quarter, making the score 2 9 -2 3, in favor of the Eagles going into halftime. The Bearcats came out of halftime on an 8-0 run, causing Cossatot to call a timeout with 5 :08 left in the third quarter and the score 31-2 9 Mena. Mena continued their strong third quarter, outscoring the Eagles 6- , making the score - 6 going into the final uarter of play. With : left in the fourth quarter, Cossatot called a timeout leading by one point, 5 2 -5 1. After a few free throws, Mena was unable to catch up to the Eagles, making the final score - Cossatot. Connor H arvey led the Bearcats in scoring with 11 points, while Cross H ughes and Carson Cannon both added 9 points a piece.
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oth teams started off slow, and after the first eight minutes of play the L ady Eagles led by three points, 10-7 . After calling a timeout with 5 :35 left in the second quarter, leading 12 -9 , Cossatot went on a 15 -2 run, to make the score 2 7 -11 at halftime. In the third quarter, the L ady Eagles outscored Mena 14-4, making the score 4 - going into the final uarter of play. Cossatot held the L adycats to only two points in the fourth quarter and added on eleven points of their own, making the final score - . Reagen Richardson led the L ady Eagles in scoring with 15 points, while number thirty-three Gonzalez added 12 points. For the L adycats, O livia Cannon led in scoring with 7 points, and Grace Wagner added 6 points of her own.
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ickes Elementary Principal, L inda L yle, has announced their annual Christmas Musical will be performed on December 19 th at 6 p.m. at Wickes Elementary. The annual Tour of L ights inside the Elementary building will begin following the Musical. Everyone is invited to watch the musical and j oin the tour. For more information, contact Wickes Elementary at 87 0-385 2 346.
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The Cossatot River High School and Junior High Cheerleaders were given the opportunity to cheer at an Arkansas Razorbacks basketball game on Saturday, December 7 in Bud Walton Arena. Cheer coach, Janelle Howard said, “I am so proud of these young ladies they did an awesome job. They represented Cossatot River School with pride today and lots of memories were made. Pictured in the top photo are Cossatot River High School Cheerleaders. Cossatot River Junior High Cheerleaders are shown in the bottom photo.
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Cossatot River High School Band and Choir will host their Christmas Concerts on Thursday, December 15th in the Holbert Auditorium at Cossatot River High School. The band concert will begin at 6 p.m. with choir beginning at 7:30 p.m. More than 200 musicians from Cossatot River High School are involved in the project. A few band students toured area businesses last week to show off their bell ringing talents and invite locals to watch the show. Cossatot River Band is led by director Timothy Walston and Cossatot River Choir is led by Susan Brewer.
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olly H arshman Elementary 4th Grade GT students received 4th place out of 14 teams competing in the November 17 th Ashdown Q uiz Bowl. Students competing were: Sitting, L to R: Adrian Carter, Colton Q uebedeaux, and Reagan Gates; Standing, L to R: Asabel V acca, Avalyn Sexton, Rylie Bentley, Addison Thomas, Destiny H ogan, and Dorian K night.
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he first round of the National Geographic Bee, the school Bee, was held on December 2 , 2 016 at Mena H igh School Performing Arts Center. Sophia V acca, a 5 th grader at H olly H arshman Elementary, won the school competition. With V acca’s win, she will now proceed to the next round of the competition, which is a qualifying test to determine state competitors. All school champions are eligible to win the national championship and its first place pri e, a 0,000 college scholarship, at the national championship May 15 17 , 2 017 in Washington, D.C.
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ena H igh School participated in the National Mock Election on O ctober 31st and November 1st. Student’s acted as the clerks, bailiffs, and observers, instructing other students in the process of voting. Students went through two checkpoints, showing a picture ID at both and providing a signature at the 2 nd one. They were shown to the L ibrary Media Center, where they would login to the computers and click on the icon that lead to the election ballot. Students then cast their vote for President, Senate, Congress District 04, State Representative District 2 0, Circuit Clerk, Unopposed Candidates, and Issue numbers 1,2 ,3,6,7 . 2 7 0 students out of approximately 5 2 3 voted. H istory teachers ( Thomas Powell, Trent Wilson, Ju lie Gordon, Brad L yle, and Annita H endrix) taught the voting processes and the things that contribute to voting. O ther people that contributed to the mock election are: Celeste Ashcraft, Cathey Burger, Terri H arrison, Tyra H obson, and Scott Sawyer. Results for the Presidential vote: Donald J. Trump, with 2 05 votes, 7 5 .9 % . H illary Clinton, with 32 votes, 11.9 % . Gary Jo hnson, with 17 votes, 6.3% . Ji m Stein, with 7 votes, 2 .6% . Darrell L . Castle and Evan McMullin, with 3 votes each, 1.1% . L ynn S. K ahn, with 2 votes, 0.7 % . Ji m H edges, with 1 vote, 0.4% . Results for U.S. Senate: Senator Jo hn Boozman, with 19 6 votes, 7 2 .6% . Connor Eldrige, with 45 votes, 16.7 % . Frank Gilbert, with 2 6 votes, 9 .6% . There were 3 write-in votes, 1.1% . Results for U.S. Congress District 04: Congressman Bruce Westerman, with 2 08 votes, 7 7 % . K erry H icks, with 62 votes, 2 3% . Results for State Representative District 2 0: J ohn Maddox, with 2 41 votes, 89 .3% . H enry T. Neilson, with 2 9 votes, 10.7 % . Results for Circuit Clerk: Michelle H eath Schnell, with 2 7 0 votes, 100% . Issue Number Terms, Election, and Eligibility of Elected fficials : 2 07 votes For ( 7 6.7 % ) and 63 Against ( 2 3.3% ) . Issue Number 2 ( Governor Retains Power When O ut of State) : 2 03 votes For ( 7 5 .2 % ) and 67 Against ( 2 4.8% ) . Issue Number 3 ( Jo b Creation, Jo b Expansion, and Economic Development) : 2 17 votes For ( 80.4% ) and 5 3 Against ( 19 .6% ) . Issue Number 6 ( Medical Marij uana Amendment) : 164 votes For ( 60.7 % ) and 106 Against ( 39 .3% ) . Issue Number 7 ( Medical Cannabis Act) : 15 6 votes For ( 5 7 .8% ) and 114 Against ( 42 .2 % ) . Issue Number was officially struck from the ballot on ctober , but was not taken off the mock election ballot.
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BY LEANN DILBECK • editor@mypulsenews.com he holiday shopping season is getting shorter as the big day draws closer but there’s no need to panic! This year’s Shop Mena First H oliday Gift Guide offers several solutions for those left on your shopping list, especially if originality is key in your quest for the perfect gift! Cowhides aren’t j ust for the rustic home dé cor anymore! Cowhides are all the rage today from the sleekest of city studio apartments to rugged hunting cabins and everything in between! They are used as rugs, wall accessories or even upholstery and Mike at the Cowboy & Indian Trading Post at 5 15 Sherwood Avenue in Mena has a large selection at very affordable prices. While you’re there, you’ll see a large selection of other unique gift items that can be perfect for that person on your list that already has EV ERY TH ING! L oaves and Fishes located at 335 4 H wy 7 1 j ust south of Mena has the gift that embodies what Christmas is all about – Bibles. They have a wide-variety of sizes, colors, translations, bold print, and can be personalized by being embossed with their name. They also have a variety of study Bibles to help grow spiritually in their walk of faith. Sharing truth and love as a gift this Christmas season, not only remembers the reason for the season but shows how much special they are to you to give a gift that gives life and life everlasting! Imagine co ying up next to a warm fireplace this winter Washburn’s ome urnishings at 0 0 ena Street has a large selection of electric fireplaces that would be a fabulous addition to any living room, den or maybe even a master suite. No construction or chimneys
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required! Supplemental heat plus the comfort of snuggling up to a glowing fire is the perfect way to end your day. ne of the go to” shops for Christmas shopping is always the Sears H ometown Store at 9 08 South Mena Street! J ust like no woman ever has enough shoes, no garage ever has too many tools What better way to show your r. or s. ix It than the tool that will make all the honey-do’s even easier. During this holiday season, they will have great offers of up to 0 off of tools rom a Craftsman C . drill to a complete tool bag set, Sears is your tool head uarters for Christmas 0 6 American Artisans in the downtown Arts District at 6 ena Street definitely has originality’ covered with a line featuring the artistic talents of glass blower on ynatt of Callahan ountain Studios in Arkansas. ynatt’s work is carried in galleries across the country, including the prestigious Crystal ridges in northwest Arkansas and the Corning Glass museum. ynatt was a former woodworker that discovered and nurtured his talent of glass blowing and shares his talents with art students at Terra Studios in ayetteville. American Artisans offers a significant variety of ynatt’s pieces and may be the perfect solution for someone on your holiday shopping list! rotecting your health against contagious germs, especially this time of year, doesn’t have to be expensive or time consuming What a uni ue gift but it may be one you want to buy two of and say erry Christmas to me ’ The le’ arm ouse, now in their new location at wy South across from ulse ulti- edia carries Thieves essential oils. This is a most ama ing blend of highly anti-viral, antiseptic, antibacterial, and anti-infectious essential oils that has a very interesting history It was created from research based on legends about a group of th-centry thieves who rubbed oils on themselves to avoid contracting the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead and dying. When apprehended, the 479-394-1112 thieves were forced to tell what their secret was 615 Mena Street • Mena, AR 71953 Located in the and disclosed the formula of the herbs, spices, Downtown Mena Arts District and oils they used to protect themselves in exchange for more lenient punishment Studies conducted at Weber State niversity during demonstrated the killing power of these ama ing oils against airborne microorganisms. The analysis showed that after 0 minutes of Thieves diffusion in the air, there was an reduction in the gram positive microorganisms Giving the gift of good health is the gift that keeps on giving!
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f you want to avoid one of the biggest holiday season j umbles, remember the batteries when giving gifts to kids and tech lovers. Ninety percent of Americans have forgotten batteries for a holiday gift in the past, according to a survey by Energizer in 2 016. And 44 percent of consumers take batteries out of their other devices to power a holiday gift if they forgot to purchase batteries at the store. So don’t let the phrase “Batteries Not Included” crush holiday cheer or require an anti-climactic run to the store. Parents will want to be especially mindful of ensuring gifts are ready to use, as kids can be extra eager to play with their new toys once opened. But whether it’s a remote-controlled car, video game controller or robotic pet, recipients of all ages will want to enj oy their gifts right away, so don’t forget to read the labels on holiday items and be prepared. Remember, batteries make for great stocking stuffers. And this year, you can get prepped for holidays present and future, as Energizer MAX AA batteries allow them to hold power for up to 10 years while in storage. They also offer long-lasting power and are designed to prevent damaging leaks, so gifts stay fun longer. More information can be found at energizer.com. Even the best holiday gifts can lose their luster without batteries to operate them. Ensure the holidays end on a high note by remembering the batteries with your gifts this year.
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Courtney and Chance Zanzeberg, of Grannis, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on December 2nd. Brandy and Justin Mallett, of Cove, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on December 4th. Vanessa and Joshua Neal, of Cove, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on December 8th. Casey and Ray Hines, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on December 8th.
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Eve Strother - Giving Value
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umans are unique and are unlike everything else in all of creation. We have the capacity for meaningful relationship with others. The Grand Canyon, Mount Everest, or even the Atlantic O cean, as beautiful as they are, can not hold the positions that humans possess. This view is embraced by Eve Strothers who serves as the Employment Specialist at PCDC ( Polk County Developmental Center) . Eve grew up in Mena and has lived all of her life here in Polk County. Before coming to PCDC Eve was working at Nidec, which was called U.S Motors at the time. “My cousin Stephanie was working at PCDC and told me there was a j ob opening and so I applied. I got the j ob and have been here ever since, I love it here,” recalls Eve. “I started in the recycling center, then J ump Start, and when I found that there was an opening in the classroom as the j ob coach I applied for the position. I’m so glad I did, it has been the best move I have ever made,” stated Eve. “Even though I have only been here four years, it feels like I have been here forever. O nce you start working here, it is like you are a part of a big family.” “I work with anyone that comes in, or anybody in the community that has developmental disabilities. We work through Arkansas Rehab services and bring them into Supportive Employment. During this time, we teach them how to dress for a ob, fill out a resume, fill out the application, and if they get the ob, I will help them prepare for the interview. I’m also with the clients after they get the j ob, I help them through their training and make sure they understand everything,” stated Eve. She lights up when she talks about her clients and her excitement is contagious. The first client I served sent me a thank you letter when she got her j ob. The client said that it meant a lot to her that I believed in her. When we believe in people and they believe in themselves, a whole other world is open to them. That is the best part of my j ob,” said Eve. She loves the clients she is working with and it’s her hope that her clients will begin to see themselves as she sees them, and that people in the community will see the value that they have as well. “When I believe in our clients, then they begin to believe in themselves. Believing in somebody changes their lives and you can’t beat that. This is a team effort, Mena is a wonderful community and it will take all of us believing in each other to make this work,” says Eve. Family is often our biggest supporting cast and this is no different for Eve. “I am very lucky to have the family I have. They have been so supportive of me and everything I have done. I hope that what I do honors my family and at the end of my life, I will see that I made a difference. My family has always shown me what it means to serve others and care about them,” recalls Eve. Without doubt, Eve is making a difference in the lives of people at PCDC because of this attitude handed down by her family. Eve continued, “I will know that I have lived my life the best I can if at the end of my life, I helped change one person’s life.” Eve shared a memory that shaped her as a person, and ultimately shaped the way she views her j ob. “We have a client who is non-verbal and I would always try to spend a little extra time with him. O ne day somebody came up and said, ‘ Eve’, I turned around and it was him. I always helped him get a snack and he hadn’t gotten one yet so he was getting my attention. I was so surprised that he even knew my name, let alone that he would say it. That day I saw the importance of what we do; we are helping clients and their families see that they have great value,” said Eve. Eve says excitedly, “My goal is to help our clients believe. When they believe their whole world opens up. There is brilliance in every person.” Eve Strothers is more than somebody that works at PCDC. She is a friend to her clients, an encourager, and their biggest cheerleader. Eve’s smile lights up a room, it is evident that if there were more people like her, the world would be a better place. And count on me to help. When it comes to affordable, reliable health, dental and vision insurance plans, there are two names you can count on: Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield and LaDon Copelin.
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Jeanne Sterner Photography –Finding the Magic P
BY LOGAN MCCOURTNEY
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ictures capture a moment, a moment that even though it’s gone, you can still be a part of years later. This kind of experience is what J eanne Sterner Photography is trying to create. J eanne is from Mena, graduated from Mena H igh School, and has been here most of her life. She and her husband have two kids. H er family is a big part of her photography business. “My kids are usually with me a lot of the time and my husband helps me with all the props,” says J eanne. She didn’t start in photography originally. She opened her own dress shop and starting taking photos of the dresses to help sell them online. “I started taking pictures of the dresses for my website and then that grew into people wanting to buy pictures of the little girls wearing the dresses. That then grew into people wanting their girls to take pictures in the dresses. It j ust kind of morphed from a hobby into a second business that I love,” recalls J eanne. She says, “The photography business wasn’t my intention at first, but I think I en oy it as much, if not more than making the dresses.” A neat aspect of J eanne’s photography business is that she makes and designs her own props and the dresses that a lot of the little girls wear during a session. “I make all kinds of dresses for the sessions. Some of my dresses are sent around the world so that other photographers can use them,” says eanne. Some days she may spend five hours in the sewing room preparing her dresses. Although J eanne has been taking pictures for 10 years, it has only been in the last couple of years that she has made it available to the public. She takes pictures for babies, families, and anything in between. H ave you ever taken a photo that perfectly captured the moment in time and the j oy and excitement on someone’s face? This moment is exactly what J eanne is looking for each time she takes pictures. J eanne especially loves taking photos of children. There is no filter on their excitement and expressions at times. What you get with them is truly how they feel in the moment,” states J eanne. Creative photography is a passion of eanne’s. We plan that session around that child, if it was a little girl, I may make her a princess dress and she will have a tea party. If it’s a little boy, we may go fishing and plan the photo shoot around that. This allows us to capture these kid’s personalities fully as they do something they enj oy. “A 3 year old boy doesn’t want to sit still in a chair and take his photo and you can’t fully capture his personality. When we plan our session around him and his interests then we are more likely to capture the moment,” explains eanne. The results of eanne’s meticulous creativity isn’t ust a portrait for the wall or for the family album, but is a timeless work of art. When eanne captures that perfect expression in the priceless moment she calls that finding the magic.” inding the magic is when the parents and I planned the whole session around their child and their personality, and it pays off with an expression that captures everything that little boy or girl is,” explains J eanne. Every parent loves looking back over photos and laughing as they recall a priceless memory. eanne loves helping make those moments possible. ne time I met with parents who said their year old son loved dinosaurs. or his shoot we tied dinosaurs to the tree limbs above him, and when he figured out what was going on he completely forgot I was there. e started roaring and we were able to capture some moments I know his parents were excited about. Moments like this are possible because J eanne takes time before the photo shoot ever starts to call parents and talk with them about their child and their likes and dislikes. “I want parents to be creative and tell me what they think would create that special moment for their child. I think that most parents think their idea is too far out there, or we wouldn’t try it, but we love getting creative. O ne of my shoots was mermaid themed. We had the little girls dressed as mermaids and the little boy as a pirate. We really can do ust about anything,” says eanne. eanne says the most satisfying thing is the reaction of the kids when you created a fairy-tale for them, or when the parent contacts her and say that she was able to capture their child’s personality in the picture. A photo can open doors to the past and capture a moment in reality that seems can never go away. J eanne would love to help you create a story with the photos she takes. “I want to make taking pictures fun, again. Pictures can tell a really neat story,” says J eanne. Children’s sessions aren’t the only thing that J eanne does, she also takes senior portraits, family, and newborn sessions. If you are looking to take pictures that are outside the box, or you want a personalized experience, J eanne Sterner Photography may be j ust for you. Y ou can contact J eanne and ask about special sessions, or her dresses by calling 47 9 -437 -9 5 45 or going to her website, eannesternerphotography.com. If you are on acebook check her out there, as well.
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Remember Il Primo Pizza... the great Pizza Maker, Bob Wolfe and staff. We’re now under the new name of
Jenny’s Italian Kitchen
located in Acorn at 102 Hwy 270 & 71 North, at the junction. Some great Pizza, Pasta, Sandwiches & more. Some old dishes and some new. So, call 479-243-0614 or Delivery: 479-243-0615 Winter Hours: Tues.-Sat. 11am-8:30pm Sunday 1pm-8pm Closed on Monday Drive-up Window NOW available! Come see us! Thank you, the Wolfe Family & Staff
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Thursday, 12/15 •10:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. – The Board Camp Baptist Church at 107 Country Road 63 will distribute food. •10:30 a.m. – Gator & Friends will be performing at The Mena Senior Center. •11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/ Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Caf . Contact Lisa Martin at 216-3383 or Charles Pitman at 216-4882 for more information. •12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. •12:00 p.m. – 3:00p.m. - The Sonlighters In Action Card Shop will be open at 3671 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. •3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Wickes Pentecostal Church of God is hosting a soup kitchen. Potato soup will be served •5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries building. •5:30 p.m. – Polk County Cancer Support Group meeting at the Polk County Library, 410 8th St. •5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas venue Baptist Church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more
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• ST. AGNES FOOD PANTRY is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The parish office has moved to the building next to the church. There is a sign that says St. gnes Parish ffice, this is where you can re uest emergency food. Thank you. • THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE POLK COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO ASSOCIATION will be held Tuesday, anuary 3, 2017 at 6 p.m. at the Polk County fairgrounds. This yearly meeting is to elect new members and new officers for the 2017 year. The meeting is open to anyone who lives in Polk County and has an interest in the Polk County Fair and Rodeo ssociation.
information. •5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous women’s meeting at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy, 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. •6:00 p.m. – Live Country, Bluegrass and Gospel music in the Daisy Room at anssen ve Florist. •6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint gnes Church Parish Hall. •7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. •7:30 p.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 meets at the Mena Lodge located in the ld Post ffice by anssen Park. Friday, 12/16 •8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are given at the Morrow Street Housing uthority Community Room unless the roads are wet. Written tests are given at 1:00 p.m. •12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South. 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. – The Crossing Church will host ‘Friday Night at the Movies’. Double feature: it’s a Wonderful Life The rinch. dmission is donation. Concessions available. •7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Leon Page Band will be playing at the merican Legion in corn. $6.00 admission. •8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. Saturday, 12 17 •6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at merican Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., corn. •8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-2430297 or 479-216-4606. Sunday, 12 18 •2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. • p.m. p.m. Clarice’s Room of Hope is hosting a Christmas athering at 403 North Morrow Street, Suite C. •5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. •6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous
meeting at Saint gnes Church Parish Hall. Monday, 12/19 •12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. •5:30 p.m. – Republican Party meets at Polk County Library. •6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at merican Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., corn. •6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. veryone is welcome. •6:30 p.m. – The Lady Ouachitas meet at Bear State Bank Main Branch for their monthly meeting. •7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. •7:00 p.m. – Ouachita Beekeepers Association monthly meeting at Union Bank. Tuesday, 12 20 •8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community en’s reakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. •10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building. •11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena rt allery, 607 Mena St. •12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters In Action Card Shop will be open at 3671Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. • p.m. p.m. he at el Branch Library will be open. •5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weighins, followed by a meeting. • p.m. he re ular at el own Council meeting is at the Town Hall in Hatfield. •6:30 p.m. – Shady Fire and Rescue District 10 meeting will be held at the Shady Community Center. •7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Bluegrass music at Morrow Street Housing uthority Community Room. •7:00 p.m. – The Dallas Valley R.V.F.D. meets for training at the Firehouse. •7:00 p.m. – The Acorn Fire and Rescue meets at the Fire Department. •7:00 p.m. – The Wickes V.F.W. Post #10484 will meet at the Wickes Community Center. •8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th Port rthur. 479-234-2887
or 479-234-3043. Wednesday, 12/21 • he mer ency warnin sirens will be tested in Mena at noon. •11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Charm Quilters will meet at the Free Will Baptist Church on the corner of Petros and Cherry St. •12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open. •5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. – The Mena First United Methodist Church id will meet. •6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – The Southside Church of God Warriors for Christ will meet. •6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries “Regenerating this eneration” at Mena Church of od Hwy 88 ast. •6:15 p.m. – Discovery Kids – Kindergarten Thru 5th rade Collide outh Ministry – 6th Thru 12th rades and dult Bible Study at Dallas venue Baptist Church. •6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at race Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. ll rea Middle and High School students are welcome. •7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the BC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. •7:00 p.m. - VFW Post 44451 will met at the merican Legion Building at corn. •7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Inquiry classes into the Catholic Faith begins in the Parish Hall of St. gnes Catholic Church at 203 8th St. There is no cost or obligation and anyone interested is invited to attend. Call 394-1017 or 394-5655 for more information.
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that currently, the local office is run by an independent contractor, and therefore, use their own model of patient care. In the new clinic, the V eteran’s Administration ( V A) will have oversight of the employees and the practices they use. “Throughout the V A system, there is a combination of both V A’s and contracting groups. We would like to make an effort to make all of our clinics V A run,” Theus explained. “It gives us a better control over operations, and a lot of times there are tax savings for taxpayers. It also allows us to control employee work environment, compensation for the employees, and engagement with both veteran patients, as well as the community,” he added. The new 10,000 square foot facility is being constructed by an independent contractor, SI Construction, as the building is owned by a third party. The V A will lease the building once construction is complete. They hope to make the move by Spring 2 017 . Theus also explained that facilities and services are based on the need of the patients in the community. The implementation of PACT is hoped to make a large impact on how veterans receive care. According to their website, PACT is “the cornerstone of the New Models of Care initiative that is intended to transform the way V eterans receive care. PACT assists V H A in transforming V eterans’ care by providing patient-driven, proactive, personalized, team-based care focused on wellness and disease prevention. This results in improvements in V eteran satisfaction, improved healthcare outcomes, and costs. The PACT model is built on the well-known concept of the patient-centered medical home staffed by high-functioning teams.” They also plan to implement more tele-medicine methods at the new facility as well. As construction completion dates get closer, the administration will focus on specific programs that will exist at the facility. “If there is a need in the community, we try to provide the services required,” said Theus. Employment opportunities will also present themselves as the time draws near. “We are an equal opportunity employer and positions will become available. The bottom line is, we want the very best staff there to make sure our veterans are taken care of.” Mena’s facility also keeps locals from traveling so far out of the area to receive services. The nearest CBO C’s are Conway, El Dorado, H ot Springs, Mountain H ome, Pine Bluff, Russellville, and Searcy. Although they try to keep veterans at clinics within their geographical area, no veteran is denied treatment at any of their facilities. Two large hospitals are located in L ittle Rock and North L ittle Rock where veterans receive services. Christopher Durney, Public Affairs Specialist for Central Arkansas V eterans H ealth System, said that they are still in the very early stages of development and more details will be released as progress develops. H e also wants veterans to make sure they are receiving all their benefits. We encourage veterans to check with veteran’s benefit s u programs to make sure they are getting all the benefits they are allowed.” To learn more, g allowin ade! http:/ / www.littlerock.va.gov/ . r
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can do to make sure a child doesn’t feel left out, they’ve done,” said Charles, referring to wheelchairs made from PV C so they can get in the pool. It also gives parents a chance to be waited on themselves, so that for a change, they are the ones being cared for instead of being the caregiver. Neva said, “Something as simple as getting our kids’ food is hard. O ne of us gets food while the other is corralling kids. They had volunteers stationed to help with that.” Charles added, “They would carry all of our trays and constantly ask if we needed anything.” Meeting other families that have similar situations and understand was another perk. “There you can converse and share with other people that understand. L ike asking about new equipment. I’m always looking for new things to help Aurora and you can get information like that from other families who are going through the same things,” Neva said. Give K ids the World gave the Pitman’s a place to have a family vacation that catered to all of their needs, and j ust when they needed it. Because of Aurora’s condition, waiting to take a vacation isn’t an option. “We couldn’t wait until she was older because we don’t know how much time she has,” explained Charles. And thanks to Make-A-Wish Mid-South and Give K ids the World V illage, the Pitmans will forever hold memories of the perfect family vacation and seeing Aurora’s dreams come true.
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he Board of Directors of the O uachita L ittle Theatre ( O L T) invite community members to visit downtown businesses on Third Thursday Downtown to shop and eat, and then attend a Christmas movie classic. O L T will be showing Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful L ife on December 15 th at 7 :30. There will be no admission charge. The movie starred J ames Stewart and Donna Reed and was initially released in 19 46. Since that time, it has become one of the movies shown repeatedly during the holidays… a warm, moving story that is for the entire family. At intermission, there will be $ 1 concessions on sale. It is the intent of O L T to routinely show a classic movie during upcoming Third Thursdays as a part of an effort to introduce more people to the theatre. O L T board members, actors, directors, and backstage helpers are all volunteers. O L T also enj oys collaborating and educating the members of the J unior O L T ( J O L T) in the art of theatre and has been providing a workshop each Third Thursday since the Summer for students in the third grade and up. The activity for December will not be a workshop, but will be a Christmas party with the viewing of the Muppets’ Christmas Carol. All young people in the above age group are invited to attend from 4:00 – 5 :30 PM on December 15 th at no charge. At other activities, J O L T members are always welcome at no cost, and others from third grade through high school can j oin the J O L T group for $ 10 per year. J udy K ropp, O L T board member and J O L T adviser, notes that in J anuary, workshops will begin again on the third Thursday of each month, stressing the importance of lines by having the students write their own scripts. Past monthly activities have included stage fighting, auditioning with a script, blocking and performing a short clip from The O utsiders. Be a part of our heart and come play with us at O L T: Attend It’s a Wonderful L ife December 15 .
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s usual, Mena Art Gallery will be open until 8 pm on Thursday, December 15 for “Third Thursday”, when most of the downtown merchants will be staying open late for your shopping convenience. This week, in addition to the gifts available for purchase at the gallery ( unique works of art are j ust the thing for some of those on your gift list who seem to have everything) , there will be a Sing-a-L ong from 6 to 8 pm. Bring your instrument, whether it is a guitar, violin, harmonica, or your voice, and j oin the fun. Don’t forget the Christmas Pot L uck dinner on Wednesday, December 14, from 6:30 to 7 :30. This is a perfect opportunity to get to know some of the people who make it possible for Mena to have an art gallery that exhibits everything from the oung Artists’ Show to the work of local artists, as well as some of the finest work of artists from our region as well as across the nation. We are a non-profit organi ation CASTLES: BAIL EY • BARBICAN • BASTIAN • BATTL EMENT • BO WER • BUTTERY staffed primarily by volunteers ( we have one part-time employee, our Executive • BUTTRESS • CASTL E • CH APEL • CRUSADES • DRAWBRIDGE • DUNGEO N • Director, J ulie V ande Z ande) . Y ou don’t have to be a member, or even an artist to EURO PE • FO RTRESS • GATEH O USE • GREATH O USE • GREAT H AL L • K EEP • attend— j ust bring a covered dish and get to know some new friends. MIDDL E AGES • MO AT • PAL ISADE • PARAPET • PO STERN • RAMPART • STABL ES • STO NE • TO WER • TURRET
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exercise arena, but usually were only found in one or two areas, one being the aerobics room, or on the aerobic machines. Women for a long time, and I might add for way too long, have avoided the weight lifting areas. Some in 2 016 still believe that lifting weights will make a woman bulky and muscular like a man. H owever, that would be like saying, ‘ the more a man does aerobic dance, the more he will look like a woman.’ Weight lifting has for many years helped people live more functional lives and even helped eliminate some disease conditions. Ever heard of osteoporosis? Many women succumb to this disease largely because they are doing very little on a weekly basis to keep their bones dense and strong. Most of the time in today’s world when osteoporosis is diagnosed, that person will be directed to participate in load bearing activities, like lifting weights. Working with weights enables one to not only strengthen the muscles, but by lifting these weights, this constant tugging and pulling on January 6, 2016 the bones by the muscles and tendons, alerts the body to lay down more bony material, thereby increasing the density of the bone. L ifting weights also allows a woman to develop muscles. Muscles on a woman tend not to bulk, but to get lean and dense. This means, ladies, that lifting weights will harden and shape your body, allowing you to wear those cute little outfits with confidence. L ifting weights can also help you ward off type-two diabetes and beat up on your body fat. So, by lifting weights women can tighten their bodies, burn body fat, shut down some disease processes, and live a much more functional lifestyle. So you see, the benefits are far too great for you ladies not to be weight lifting and if done properly, you can lead a much healthier and more productive lifestyle. There is a method to the madness, so make sure you get help when you embark on your weight lifting j ourney, and the best help comes from O uachita Wellness and Sports Center right here in Mena.
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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.
Mena Police Department December 4, 2016 Report was made of a local man leaving his cell phone in the restroom of a local convenience store. Case is pending. Stacie Leeann Shores, 26, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after a call to a local retail store. She was additionally charged with fleeing in a vehicle, driving on a
suspended driver’s license, and having no liability insurance. December 5, 2016 Mark W. Ferguson, 27, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department. A Mena woman reported that her payroll card had been stolen from her residence. Case is pending interview of suspects. December 6, 2016 David Fraser, 28, of Hatfield was arrested and charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license. Dickie M. Landrum, 34, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct after an incident at a local fast food restaurant. December 7, 2016 Ray Martinez, 30, of Grannis was arrested on an outstanding warrant from the Polk County Sheriff’s Department.
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he holiday season is always a special time of year. It is also a time when busy people become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. Y ou can never be too careful, too prepared, or too aware. Shopping • Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member. • Dress casually and comfortably. • Avoid wearing expensive j ewelry. • Do not carry a purse or wallet, if possible. Always carry your Arkansas Driver icense or Identification Card along with necessary cash, checks and/ or a credit card you expect to use. • Even though you are rushed and thinking about a thousand things, stay alert to your surroundings. • Avoid carrying large amounts of cash. • Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible. • K eep cash in your front pocket. • Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen, or misused. • K eep a record of all of your credit card numbers in a safe place at home. • Be extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, transportation terminals, bus stops, on buses, and other rapid transit. • Avoid overloading yourself with packages. It is important to have clear visibility and freedom of motion to avoid mishaps. • Beware of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year, “con-artists” may try various methods of distracting you with the intention of taking your money or belongings.
Veronica Mae Maddox, 19, of Cove was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license. Donnie Dollarhyde, 43, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding body attachment warrant. Gary Dean Collier, 56, of Mena was charged with felony possession of methamphetamine or cocaine, felony possession of drug paraphernalia, and was served two felony warrants, one from Mena and one from Montgomery County. In the same incident, Erica Chantel Henry, 27, of Mena was charged with felony possession of methamphetamine or cocaine, felony possession of drug paraphernalia, and misdemeanor possession of an instrument of crime and possession of schedule VI (marijuana) controlled substance. December 8, 2016 A Mena man reported that someone
had vandalized the wiper arms on his vehicle while he was shopping at a local retail store. Case is pending identification of suspect seen in surveillance video. December 9, 2016 Report was made of a verbal altercation at a local residence. No arrests were made. December 10, 2016 A 17-year-old Mena youth was charged with underage DUI, possession of alcohol by a minor, and running a red light. Polk County Sheriff’s Department was unavailable at press time. Please see MyPulseNews. com for this week’s report.
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Moments from America’s History: Thank You, National Guard CONTRIBUTED BY JEFF OLSON • olsonjd@arkansas.net
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f we had to choose one word to describe our nation, I suspect that it would be the word “freedom.” Most of us have probably heard the phrase “freedom doesn’t come free.” In no arena of the American experiment in ordered liberty has this been truer than through the commitment and sacrifice of those patriots who have served in America’s military, which has proudly and effectively defended and preserved the American way of life for nearly four hundred years. An indispensable component of our military has been the National Guard, which celebrates its anniversary this week. The National Guard is the oldest part of our nation’s armed forces, with its roots going all the way back to the time when the 13 original English colonies required able-bodied male citizens to train and be prepared to defend their communities. It was 380 years ago, December 13, 1636, that the Massachusetts Bay Colony organized various militia companies from villages around Boston into three regiments. In subsequent years other colonies would follow suit, and when conditions compelled the colonies to defend against the forces of British tyranny, it was the local and colonial militias that provided the initial military response and would serve to augment the Continental Army commanded by General George Washington. Several years later, the drafters of the U.S. Constitution would include guidelines in Articles I and II providing for the National Guard. Since then, America’s National Guard has served in a multitude of ways: assist communities and states to battle fires, face the onslaught and aftermath of floods, tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes and other crises, and of course serve on the front lines and in supporting roles in wars - from America’s War of Independence to the Civil War to two World Wars, Korea, Vietnam, and to the continuing war on terror. In some of these, the National Guard was among the first to go into battle. Today’s Guard is made up of more than 460,000 men and women, including factory workers, scientists, teachers, carpenters, electricians, doctors, ranchers, police officers, farmers, and the list goes on. These are ordinary hometown Americans fulfilling an extraordinary mission. Each state and territory, as well as the District of Columbia, has its own National Guard commanded by a governor who has the authority to activate it if needed. Army National Guard units are part of the U.S. Army, and Air National Guard units are part of the U.S. Air Force. In all, the Reserve and National Guard components of the U.S. military make up nearly 40 percent of the U.S. Armed forces. The National Guard maintains a deep-rooted connection to the more than 3,300 communities across our country that allows the men and women of the National Guard to be an accessible, strong, and vital asset to freedom’s preservation. Mena and other Polk County communities are proudly a part of this. Undoubtedly, without the National Guard there would be no United States of America as we know it. These local citizen soldiers and airmen are indispensable to the protection and preservation of all that we hold dear as Americans. We should take every opportunity to thank them and their families for their service and sacrifice, without supportive families there would be no National Guard. As we have learned first-hand in our own communities and county, our National Guard stands steady and ready to risk life itself, and some have indeed given their lives so that you and I can remain a free people. As the National Guard Motto expresses it: “Always ready, always there.”
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Light tractor services. Brush hogging, light driveway repair, stump removal. General property clean up. Dirt, top soil, fill dirt, and gravel available. DLC-Dirt Dawgs. “We do the small jobs ‘bog boys’ wont.” For more information, call 479-234-6555. 12/21
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