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July 29, 2015

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Mena School District Announces Stadium Upgrades & KQOR 105.3 FM as Official Bearcat/Ladycat Sports Station YOU N R OF ATIO FICIAL BEARCAT/LADYCAT ST

BY MELANIE BUCK

Mena Superintendent Benny Weston (RIGHT), Athletic Director/Head Football Coach Tim Harper (LEFT) and Pulse MultiMedia General Manager LeAnn Dilbeck have announced that beginning this fall, all Mena radio sports broadcasts can be found exclusively on the local KQOR 105.3 FM station. Pulse Multi-Media will be expanding its radio sports coverage for Mena beyond just football & basketball to also include volleyball, baseball and softball. Harper expressed his enthusiasm and what it means for the sports programs, “We are excited about the Bearcats and Ladycats having their own channel for our fans to follow us!”

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40th Annual Rod Run to Honor Founder, Mark Campbell

BY MELANIE BUCK Approximately 200 hot rods are expected to roll into Mena for the 40th Annual Street & Performance Queen Wilhelmina Rod Run, one of the area’s longest-standing and much anticipated events for car enthusiasts. The event will kick off on Friday, August 28, and continue through Saturday, August 29.

This year will be unlike the 39 events before it as it will be the first without its founder, Mark Campbell. Campbell, the legendary owner and founder of Street and Performance, lost his life to pancreatic cancer in April and his family is keeping their promise to host the 40th year of the popular event to honor his memory and legacy.

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Healthy Connections, Inc., Sponsors Back to School Bash

BY MELANIE BUCK The annual Back to School Bash sponsored by Healthy Connections, Inc., will take place this Thursday, July 30, at the HCI - Mena Campus where families can receive free backpacks and school supplies for their children ages K-12.

The event starts at 4 p.m. and will last until 6 p.m. at 136 Health Park Drive, across from Handy Hardware. All children and adults need to sign in and then they will receive a backpack with their school supply list. Once the student has their backpack and list, they will go to the various tables that are set up to gather what they will need for the upcoming school year. All adults and children must accompany each other to receive supplies.

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Rodeo Board Seeking to Bring Parade Back to Tradition

BY MELANIE BUCK The Polk County Fair and Rodeo Association is inviting all businesses and the public to participate in their annual Rodeo Parade, and help them celebrate the 61st Annual Polk County Rodeo and Rodeo Days Celebration.

The Association encourages everyone to join the fun and dress your business and yourselves up Westernstyle in honor of the Rodeo held each year in the Andy Risenhoover Arena at the Polk County Fairgrounds. This year’s rodeo will be held on August The 1st annual rodeo parade was held in 1954, organized by andy and tish risenhoover. The 6th-8th. First and second place priz- Polk County Fair and Rodeo Association hope to es will be awarded to businesses for bring the glory days back to the parade.

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Association member, Sharon Walston said, “We have made some changes to this year’s Rodeo Parade that we hope will involve more participation. We have moved the parade back to Thursday (August 6th) at 5 p.m. so that it will kick off the Rodeo.” The parade will begin at 5:00 pm at the Old Bus Barn/The Crossing Church on the North end of Main Street. The route will be as follows: From the Crossing South to Sherwood Avenue; Sherwood Ave. to 7th Street; 7th Street to Hickory; ending at the Crossing.

Any horseback rider in the parade will be given a ticket upon their arrival at the back entry gate and will receive free admission to the rodeo IF they ride in the Grand Entry that night.

The parade line-up/categories will be: Police, Emergency Vehicles, Off-road Vehicles, Wheeled (Floats, Antique Cars, Tractors, anything with wheels not categorized elsewhere), Horseback, Pick-up Men, Royalty, Drill Teams, Riding Clubs, Individuals.

Walston hopes the community will come together and bring the parade to the level of tradition it once was. “We hope that local businesses will participate. We would love to see some floats this year! If you have any questions, feel free to contact any of the Parade Committee.” They are: Jack Davis, 479-216-4303; Sharon Walston, 479-2160141; and Cheryl Edwards, 479-234-2477.

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“It’s more than an education. It’s an experience. Come experience it with us!”

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• Applications for free/reduced lunch will be given out at open house.

The City of Mena has budgeted $400,000 for this year’s street overlay projects and an additional $50,000 for sidewalk repair and construction. The Mena Street and Sidewalk Committee met last week and discussed proposed bids for the overlay projects.

The lowest bid was received by B & L Paving, of Oden, at a cost of $105.50 per ton. Other bids received were McCormick’s Asphalt and Paving, of Ozark, at $132.10 per ton and Tri-State, of DeQueen, at $108.81 per ton. Discussion and action on accepting a bid will take place at the next Mena City Council meeting, set for Tuesday, August 11, at Mena City Hall, 6 p.m.

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City Streets & Sidewalks to Receive Improvements

Mena Fire Dept. Receives New Fire Rescue Truck

Please return as soon as possible to your child’s campus

• ONGOING Kindergarten Registration at Louise Durham Please come by any day Monday – Friday from 8:00-3:00.

We look forward to having your child join us!

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7TH – Pre-K orientation at Louise Durham Elementary School from 8:00-3:00.

MONDAY, AUGUST 17TH – District-wide OPEN HOUSE 3:00-5:00pm at Louise Durham Elementary 4:00-6:00pm at Holly Harshman Elementary 5:00-7:00pm at Mena Middle School 3:00-4:30pm Freshman and Seniors at Mena High School 4:30-6:00pm Sophomore and Juniors at Mena High School

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH - First Day of School

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The Mena Fire Department picked up a new pumper truck last week in Louisiana. The truck was a much-needed piece of equipment for the department and will carry 1,000 gallons of water and be used as a rescue truck. The truck was purchased at a price of $314,954 and was paid for with the city’s portion of county sales tax revenues.

The City of Mena also picked up a new 1-ton truck with flat bed purchased from Landers Chevrolet for the Street Department.

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Dilbeck explained that in expanding the radio broadcasts to include the additional sports, some of the games, such as volleyball, baseball, etc., will begin in the afternoon and would conflict with the 5:05 p.m. KENA 104.1 FM news broadcasts and other scheduled programming that has a very loyal audience. “By us dedicating KQOR for all Mena sports, faithful Bearcat and Ladycat fans will always know where to go to find the radio broadcasts.”

Radio broadcasts will also be streamed at MyPulseNews.com for desktop/laptop users and may also be listened to from all smart devices via a new TuneIn app that is in development and will be launched by the first game.

The radio sports broadcasts are at no cost to the Mena district. Dilbeck added her appreciation to the local businesses who continue to step-up each year buying sponsorships and making these Bearcat/Ladycat radio broadcasts possible. “And I know many family members and alumni around the globe are going to appreciate being able to follow online and with apps from their smart phones and tablets as well. It’s the beauty of technology!”

During the July school board meeting, school board member Robby Hines expressed concern since KQOR was a smaller station than KENA; however, fellow school board member Clint Montgomery explained that with the app, the wattage of the station became a moot point. Dilbeck added that the latest Nielsen ratings showed KQOR’s audience to be gaining with the well-known KENA station.

As an added bonus, Pulse Multi-Media is planning a live remote for the season kick-off with plenty of giveaways. “You know when you put a bunch of loyal Bearcat fans and radio fans together, you’re going to have a good time!” Dilbeck added, “Radio has enjoyed broadcasting Bearcat football for over 45 years and this year is certainly no exception!”

Dilbeck said that while the Pulse has thoroughly enjoyed providing livestreaming video of the Bearcats/Ladycats, that service has been relinquished to the Bearcat Foundation, Inc. (BFI), “We wish them well in their endeavor.” She clarified that while they will not be providing any Mena video broadcasts, Pulse Multi-Media is still very much in the video business and will be announcing additional video broadcasts in the future.

Also a topic of discussion during the meeting was an advertising agreement presented by Weston in response to a directive from the school board for a more aggressive marketing campaign as a result of the district’s loss of 60+ students in the preceding academic year. The agreement with Pulse Multi-Media would provide multi-platform advertisements in print, radio and online to coincide with new billboards recently purchased by the district as well. Hines made a motion to accept the CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 agreement that was unanimously

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ena radio has enjoyed broadcasting Bearcat football for over 45 years and this year is certainly no exception...”

[left] Picture illustrates the delapidated conditions of the visitors’ bleachers at Bearcat Stadium which has become an urgent safety concern for the district as the stadium and those bleachers are used for multiple school and community events, such as Fields of Faith, Special Olympics, etc.

Proposal will allow for new seating and the preservation of the framing to construct new band bleachers in Phase 2 of the 3-phased project.

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approved 5-0 by fellow members Edd Puckett, Clint Montgomery, Kyle Cannon and Judith Roberson.

Weston also presented a proposal from the Union Bank of Mena to replace the current scoreboard at Bearcat stadium in return for a minimum of 10-year naming rights for the bank on the new board. Montgomery made the motion to accept that was seconded by Puckett and unanimously approved by fellow board members.

The board also approved a 3-phase project involving upgrades to seating at the stadium that, when complete, would provide new stands for the visitors, a separate section for the Bearcat marching band, and approximately 200 chair back seats on the home side.

The Bearcat Foundation, Inc., (BFI) and the Mena Youth Football Association agreed to donate a combined $60,000 toward the project contingent upon the school board approving all three phases.

Phase 1, which will begin immediately and will be funded through the district, includes new 175’, 10-row elevated bleachers, for the visitors side of Bearcat stadium that Weston explained had become a severe safety concern. The new bleachers will offer approximately 983 seating capacity, 10 of which will be ADA compliant. The project that was approved during the July meeting will allow for the removal and disposal of the current wooden seats and treads but preserve the angle framing to be used in the construction of new bleachers for the Mena band. The visitors’ bleachers will receive a galvanized steel angle understructure, chain link guardrail system, and handicap ramp at a cost of $116,000. The cost for the new concrete piers and slab are not included in that bid. Weston said work will begin as soon as --BENNY WESTON possible and is projected to be complete by the first home game.

Phase 2 would utilize the angle framing from the old visitors bleachers to construct a new 8-row 36’ band section. The aluminum stringers and planks needed for the seating would be removed and preserved from a section of the current home bleacher system, which rolls into Phase 3.

Phase 3 would be the removal of 10 rows from the center section on the home side and replaced with chair back seating, a request that school officials explain has been continuous for the last several years. The first 9 rows of the section would remain bench style and the chair backs would begin on row 10. There was discussion that the chair backs would be reserved seating per season but who would receive those funds, BFI or the district, was not determined.

After lengthy discussion, the board approved to move forward with the three-phased project but with no timeline restrictions. Phase 1 is funded and will begin immediately.

Phase 2 and 3 will be completed as funding is allowed. Weston expressed his approval by saying, “The most heavily used facility in the district will be safe and accommodating for our own students, community members, and visitors.”

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he most heavily used facility in the district will be safe and accommodating for our own students, community members, and visitors.”

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supply list or entry ticket at the counselor’s table to be entered in a drawing.

All Polk County school children and their parents/guardians are welcome to attend the annual event.

Healthy Connections’ Barbara Klutts said that you can also call ahead of time to schedule your school physical during the event if you have not already had one. For more information, you can reach Barbara Klutts at 479-437-3449, ext. 157.

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BY MELANIE BUCK After much debate, the Arkansas State Board of Education approved a change of testing throughout Arkansas schools on July 9th to begin using ACT Aspire instead of the long-used PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) testing. The governor-appointed Council for Common Core Review had previously made a recommendation for the change but was initially shot down by the Board of Education.

The Council for Common Core Review believes that students will benefit more from ACT Aspire because it follows ACT (American College Testing) closely and ACT testing is what most colleges require for acceptance into their programs.

Arkansas Approves ACT Aspire Testing

Lieutenant Governor Tim Griffin, who heads up the Council, said, “I applaud the Board’s decision to support the recommendation of the governor and his Council on Common Core Review to replace PARCC with ACT. Today’s vote will serve our children well and bring quality, relevancy and certainty to the testing process.”

The Council recommended using a test prepared by ACT for various reasons, including: the national recognition of ACT; the comparability between states; the minimal time spent testing relative to PARCC (about half the time of PARCC); and the ACT’s relevance to students.

ACT Aspire provides a standards-based system of assessments to monitor progress toward college and career readiness from grade 3 through early high school, connecting each grade level to the next. They also provide statewide assessment, data management and reporting functions for all students, districts, schools, aggregated and disaggregated groups of learners, and the individual learner. The ACT Aspire is aligned with the ACT College Readiness Bench-

marks and student outcomes align to the Domain and Cluster reporting categories of the Common Core State Standards and have the capability to predict outcomes on the ACT. Along with assessments and data reporting, there is ongoing research, support, and validation of the system to reflect changes in college and career readiness standards and a flexible professional development on the state, district or school levels

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Governor Asa Hutchinson issued a statement that said, “I applaud the Board of Education for its vote in switching from PARCC to ACT/ACT Aspire. The board members were thoughtful and deliberate on this issue and reached a final decision that I think is best for our students and teachers over the long term. It provides stability and aligns Arkansas with a nationally recognized testing system.”

Church Provides School Supplies to South County Schools

BY MELANIE BUCK Vandervoort First Baptist Church has committed to a very generous gift for the Vandervoort and Cossatot River Elementary campuses in South Polk County. The Church has said they will be providing all school supplies for the schools, with the exception of backpacks and kindermats, for all students in grades Pre-K thru Sixth grade for the 2015-2016 school year.

Principal of the schools, Jana Richardson, said, “I would like to express my gratitude to the church for providing all school supplies. The school supplies will be brought to the school and handed out to teachers. I appreciate the Vandervoort First Baptist Church and our community for always supporting our school.”

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in the industry and community. His daughter Tammy explained that the family discussed it with him before he passed and he very much wanted them to celebrate the event’s 40th year, “As hard as it is going to be to do this without him,” Tammy said, “we’re going to because it was so important to him.”

The “Mena Bunch,” a group of dedicated volunteers who have worked with Street & Performance owners Mark and Lisa Campbell for almost four decades in hosting and organizing the event, says the event is much like a “family reunion” for participants. All proceeds from the event will benefit “Our Promise” Cancer Resources at the Genesis Cancer Center in Hot Springs.

The event kicks off on Friday, August 28th, at the KCS Depot on Sherwood Street, where an average of 200 hot rods and street rods will be on display.

Saturday, rods will be on display on top of Rich Mountain at Queen Wilhelmina State Park during the day and will make their way to South Mena Street (next to Washburn’s) for the Downtown Street Dance and Concert (sponsored by Mena Advertising and Promotion Commission). This year’s line-up of music is sure to bring a huge crowd, with Randal VonButte live at 7 p.m. followed by the Mayor’s Choice Awards, special awards, and announcements from 8 – 8:30 p.m. and Polk 74 will entertain the crowd from 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Concessions will be available Saturday night.

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Cossatot River High School has announced the dates of their orientation for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year. The 7th Grade orientation will be held on August 3, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 8th & 9th Grade orientation will be August 4, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 10th & 11th Grade orientation will be August 4, from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.; and 12th Grade orientation will be August 4, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The make up day for missing orientation will be August 5, at 10:00 am.

Both Ouachita River School Districts’ Acorn and Oden Campuses will hold their Open Houses on Thursday, August 13. The 6th grade parents’ Smart Core meeting will be at 5:30 p.m., with the public meeting being held at 6 p.m., and Open House beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Mena Public Schools will hold all of their campus open houses on Monday, August 17th. Louise Durham Elementary School will have open house from 3 – 5 p.m.; Holly Harshman Elementary from 4 – 6 p.m.; Mena Middle School from 5 - 7 p.m.; and Mena High School will split their sessions to include seniors and freshmen from 3 – 4:30 p.m. and sophomores and juniors from 4:30 – 6 p.m.

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The Sidewalk Project, supported by Extension Homemakers from around the County, has a fundraiser coming up to help build a sidewalk around the Education Building at the Polk County Fairgrounds. The sidewalk will run from the front door of the building, around the side, and to the road behind it. The sidewalk will benefit both exhibitors and visitors to the fair and more.

A queen-size ‘Trail Mix’ quilt, made of reproduction Civil War fabrics, is the prize for the latest fundraising effort. Tickets for a chance to win the quilt are one dollar each, six tickets for $5, and twenty tickets for $10. Tickets will be available in the Education Building during the Polk County Fair, Wednesday, September 2nd thru Saturday, September 5th. The drawing for the winning ticket will be held on Sunday, September 6th, at 2 p.m.

The quilt was donated by a member of Back Country Extension Homemakers Club, which is comprised of members from all corners of Polk County. Back Country has several other projects currently underway such as, hosting the Polk County Fair, judging exhibits at neighboring county fairs, assisting in the quilt show, and working on projects that benefit Arkansas Children’s Hospital in Little Rock.

If you would like more information on the club or its projects, contact Nancy Philpot at 479-394-3507.

Polk County Cattlemen’s Pie Auction is a Success

The Polk County Cattlemen’s Association held their annual pie auction fundraiser on Tuesday, July 21st, at the Polk County Fairgrounds. The auction is held each year to raise funding for their scholarship program and for add-on money for cattle exhibitors at the fair. President Duane Webb opened up the program sponsored by Edward Jones and Pulse Multi-Media and Farrell Cole was the auctioneer for the popular auction event that raised over $2,600. The highest bid on a dessert was a carrot cake that sold for $190.

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A celebration of life will be Saturday, August 1, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena.

There is a benefit account set up at Union Bank for Chris Williams to help with expenses.

Dolores Oglesby Dolores Oglesby, age 83 of Hatfield, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2015 in Mena, Arkansas.

She was born April 7, 1932 in Hatfield, Arkansas to the late George Washington Crane and the late Myrtle Cordelia Griffin.

She was married for many happy years to the late Harold Oglesby and was a bookkeeper for the Son-Light Center and worked as a lunchroom supervisor. Mrs. Oglesby was the last charter member of the Hatfield Assembly of God Church and was a member for 65 years. Dolores loved God, her family and church family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was a loving and kind mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all.

She is survived by children Mike Oglesby and wife Lynn of Lavaca, Ar-

Annie Josephine Ralls Annie Josephine Ralls was born May 4, 1931 in Cove, Arkansas.

“Mrs. Jo” spent the last 17 years volunteering in the Mena Public Schools and working with students that needed loving, care and academic help. She was always ready to help others. She

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dearly loved her “children” from school and followed their progress all the way to graduation. Her “children” were the main thing that kept her going since her husband died in 2000.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Sidney Ralls, her parents Grace and Cleburn Milam, brothers, Lloyd Milam, Marvin Earl Milam, Curtis Baker, sister, Winnie Jean Cecil, and infant daughter, Pamela Jean Ralls.

She leaves two daughters, Yvette May and husband Jerry, and Paulette Crawford; three grandchildren, Chris May and partner Kayla Borin, Kelly Joe Crawford and wife Kelly, and Glen Wayne Crawford, Jr. and partner Delia Farley; and ten great-grandchildren, Olivia May, Hayden May, Gavin Crawford, Kayla McLellan, Noah Crawford, Nick Crawford, Nathan Crawford, Chloe Crawford, Sydney Crawford, and Bradley Crawford; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Memorial services were Monday, July 27, 2015, at 4:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Chapel with Brother Donnie Jewell officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Louise Durham School Library.

James “Jimmy” Rogers James “Jimmy” Rogers, age 68, of Grannis, Arkansas passed away Friday, July 24, 2015 in Grannis.

He was born August 5, 1946 in De-

Queen, Arkansas to the late Dave Rogers and the late Billie Burke. He was married to Tammy Parnell Rogers and he was a carpenter, but most enjoyed operating heavy equipment. He served his country in the United States Army. Jimmy tried to enjoy life to the fullest degree and tried to treat people as he would like to be treated. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed.

He is survived by his wife Tammy Rogers of Grannis, Arkansas; daughters Shauna Johnson and husband Greg of Houston, Texas, Amy Stinson and husband Jerod of Carthage, Missouri, and Tracy Sharp of Grannis, Arkansas; sons Dave Rogers of Texarkana, Arkansas and Chris Sharp and wife Cari of Mena, Arkansas. He had 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents Dave and Billie Rogers, and one grandchild.

Graveside service were Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in Overturf Cemetery in Gillham, Arkansas with Brother Tim Smedley officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Pallbearers were Jerod Stinson, Chris Sharp, Eligh Julian, Gregory Briggs, Stan Alexander, Waymon Alexander, Michael Parnell and Patrick Parnell.

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kansas; Steve Oglesby of Hatfield, Arkansas; Karen Jester and husband Steve of Springfield, Missouri; Randy Oglesby and wife Sue of Mena, Arkansas; two brothers Reverend Doyle Crane and Harold Crane; twelve grandchildren Chad Oglesby, Josh Oglesby, Jennifer Holman, Julie Golden, Jacob Jester, Jill Jester, Ashley Crow, Cody Oglesby, Stacie Oglesby, Michaela Wood, Riley Oglesby, and Lily “Bob” Oglesby; eleven great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Myrtle Crane, her husband Harold Oglesby, grandchild, Ben Jester.

Funeral services were Saturday, July 25, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at Hatfield Assembly of God Church in Hatfield with Reverend Tony Busby, Reverend Kevin Price and Reverend Bill Anderson officiating.

Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Family and friends visitation was Friday, July 24, 2015 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood.

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OPINION

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Imitation and Originality

By Michael Reisig We’ve all heard the expression: “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.” I believe, in most cases imitation has little to do with flattery. It’s mostly just a lack of imagination. The key to life is to remain true to yourself, while seeking higher ground. There must be equal amounts of intelligence, knowledge, and originality, if you are to rise above…

The problem is, many young people today confuse eye-popping bizarre with originality. The concept of originality is based on quality, and unique thought, not freakish appearance or outlandish behavior. These outlandish people are trading character and quality for notoriety and celebrity. Let me put this in basic terms, because this is important, and I want everyone to get this: You can tattoo your entire body with red ink, dye your hair blue, and pierce your ears with horseshoes.

But while you may have raised the level of attention you’re getting, you haven’t raised the level of admiration or the appreciation of your character one iota. That is done by having a unique mind or a true talent, and it’s accomplished with dedication and effort, not cavalier mentality and circus sideshow acts.

The trick to life is to seek inspiration while avoiding becoming a cheap imitation – to be an individual or perhaps an enigma, without becoming so complex you’re confusing to yourself and to others.

The writer Mary Astell once said,” “In ignorance and a narrow education lay the foundation of vice, while imitation and custom shore it up,” which leads me to the second part of this essay – social intimidation and imitation. cont. on page 20

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Dear Editor, Last Thursday evening, my husband and I along with four friends enjoyed music in Janssen Park. The only disappointing part of this experience was that so few enjoyed this with us. Besides us, there were probably only ten others in attendance at any given time. The four members of the Polk 74 band donated their time and efforts to provide almost two hours of fun and music.

I am not sure why there were so few in attendance. Of course, there are always some conflicts. My husband and I have not attended as many of these summertime performances as I would have liked. In all instances where we have attended, I have wondered why there were not more people. This is such a great chance to get family and/or friends together for an enjoyable, affordable evening. It is a time for picnics or barbecues. Your children have a safe environment to play. You can relax in your lawn chair or on a blanket. This is an opportunity that so many in other towns would love to have. Even though it was in the upper 90’s Thursday, it was very pleasant sitting in the shade on the grassy knoll. Later on in the evening, it was downright delightful.

The setting is wonderful with the mountains in the skyline and surrounded by beautiful churches and older homes. The park itself is such an asset to our town. What a great time…an evening of good music and fellowship for free!

I would encourage everyone to get out and attend one of the remaining Thursday evenings in Janssen Park. It may not always be your particular choice of music, but it is a great opportunity to enjoy small town USA. My appreciation goes out to Kevin Sweeney for getting these events together and to all the musicians who have made it possible.

Sincerely, Judy Thompson Letters to the Editor Policy - The Polk County Pulse reserves all rights to reject submissions. Anonymous letters are not permitted. All letters to the editor must be signed, include author’s town of residence, and be free of the threat of libel. Letters must be 300 words or less. We prefer they stay in the bounds of sensibility and good taste. We reserve the right to authenticate letters before publishing.

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CITIZEN

July 29, 2015

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Coach Craig Bentley - A Bearcat, Born and Bred

BY JACLYN ROSE Coach Craig Bentley began his athletic career as a Mena Bearcat, when his family moved back to town. After graduating from Mena High School in 2003, he went on to obtain his Bachelor’s of Science in Education from Henderson State University. After graduating in December of 2007, Coach Bentley moved back to Mena, where he helped out with spring football and substituted at the school before accepting his first coaching job at Pea Ridge. Coach Bentley then spent two years coaching at Springdale High School in Northwest Arkansas before moving back to Mena in 2001, where he has been since, first coaching junior high football before moving to the senior high defensive coordinator and the senior high boys soccer coach, he also is the 7th grade head football coach and he teaches Physical Education, Health, and a Lifetime Wellness class for 6th graders at Mena Middle School.

“I’m a Bearcat, born and bred. It’s hard to put into words what it means to be able to coach at my school, but it means a lot more than the next guy. I bleed red and black and I know the pride the community takes in our schools and how important it is to represent our city and school. It’s special to have lived it and then to be able to teach others how to live it,” said Coach Bentley.

After a highly impressive football season in 2014, the Bearcats and coaching staff are working hard to be ready for another great year. “We have another great group of kids and they are really getting after it. We have another great senior class and we are ready for next year,” explained Coach Bentley. “I have never been a part of a better staff than we have here in Mena. Coach Harper is the most PHOTO BY CELESTE ASHCRAFT genuine person I’ve ever been around. He practices what he preaches and genuinely cares for the guys. I owe so much to him personally and professionally. It’s not every day that your boss also baptizes you and your wife and daughter, but Coach Harper is also our pastor and he has done a lot for my family. Professionally, he gave me the opportunity to move up to the senior high defensive coordinator which allowed me to fulfill a dream of mine. I couldn’t ask for a better guy to work for. The other coaches are all great. We all get along and have a lot of fun. They all care about the kids and treat them right and try to lead by example and everyone pitches in. We just have a lot of fun,” Coach Bentley added with a smile.

Coach Bentley and his wife, Sarah, graduated from high school the same year and were the best of friends, though they did not date until after graduating college. They were married in 2010 and have two daughters, Rylie and Harper. Without a doubt, family is of utmost importance to him. “Sarah is definitely my rock. She has sacrificed a lot of herself as a coach’s wife, especially during my seasons, both football and soccer. She’s always supportive, very loving and caring and is the most thoughtful person I know. She’s changed my life so much. We have both focused on our faith and that has brought us so much closer together. She is the first person I look for every Friday night after a game because she is as excited as I am. She’s always there through the good and the bad. I really enjoy watching my daughters grow up and become their own little people. We try to teach them right from wrong and to lead them through faith and help them understand that God is important in their lives. Every day they change and grow and do something different and it’s really fun to watch,” said Coach Bentley.

The Bentley’s attend Faith Missionary Baptist Church, where Coach Harper serves as the Pastor. “We started going to Faith Missionary Baptist a year ago and joined two months ago and it has had a major impact on us as a family. They are a great group of people and are really growing in size. We love it,” Coach Bentley explained.

“We love Polk County because of the people, my family and my wife’s family are here and the people are great. I love the pride everyone takes in the town and the school. It’s a special place. I’ve lived in bigger places where you don’t know everybody and it’s not the same, it’s not like the relationships you are able to build with people in a small town,” Coach Bentley said.

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BY JACLYN ROSE Located at 617 Mena Street in Mena, The Mena Antique Mall boasts an impressive 4,000 square feet of shopping space, that is the equivalent to half a city block.

The store opened 12 years ago, under the management of Ken McKinnis, and in February of 2015 was purchased by Michael and Maggie Eddy, who had worked with McKinnis as vendors previously.

Maggie graduated from Mena High School, while Michael graduated from DeYour Satisfaction is Our Goal Witt and the couple met while attending Arkansas State University in Jonesboro and were married in 1996. While spending some time working in Memphis, Michael got interested in flea markets and opened a booth at the Mena Antique Mall after moving back to Mena.

Mena Antique Mall was recently voted number one in onlyinyourplace.com’s Eight Most Enjoyable Antique Shopping Trips for the State of Arkansas. Being named number one for the entire state is a high honor that Eddy attributes to the hard work done by the previous owner, McKinnis, and the people that worked with House Wash - $199* him.

Mena Antique Mall has everything you could imagine, from vintage glass, to repurposed furniture, *1800 sqft vinyl home antiques and homemade goods. “We have antiques, vintage everything and new merchandise. We have some from the 1920’s to the 1940’s and a lot from the 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s and some that is currently modern. We are heavily vintage with a flair of antique and a hint of modern,” said Eddy with a laugh. “We also have a lot that is repurposed and up cycled and we pay attention to trends and styles and try to keep up with what people are looking for,” Eddy added.

Though all of the Mena Antique Mall’s 30 vendor booths are currently full, they definitely welcome Manufacturer people to come by and put their names on a waiting list for when a booth opens up. They guarantee of Quality CNC Parts that they will call the names in the order they request space.

479.394.4248 “Each booth has it’s own personality, we also have businesses that are located elsewhere in town 104 Port Arthur Avenue that have booths because it is good advertising for their store. We have a local mechanic who makes Mena, AR 71953-3344 his own lamps and I love having them in the store, we have Doc’s Emporium and Doc is still here, he spends a lot of time at home taking care of his wife, but he was a flea market owner from decades past and a lot of people come looking for him. He’s still here. The biggest personality is the local talent we have in the store. We sell art and frames and we try to keep a good stock of vintage music, but FULL ATV it is hard because the good stuff does sell quickly. We truly have something for everyone,” explained SERVICE Eddy. & REPAIR The Mena Antique Mall offers a 10% discount on most purchases over $20.00 based on the vendor’s Hwy 71N/Hwy 88E Junction discretion and you can find them at www.facebook.com/menaantiquemall and www.menaantiquemall.

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CALENDAR

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS

Friday, 7/31 * 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Driver’s License Tests will be given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room. Road tests begin at 1:00 p.m. * 11:00 a.m. - Union Bank of Hatfield will be honoring Aloma Gilbert on her retirement after 45 years of service. Stop by and enjoy refreshments and wish Aloma well. * 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 South, Mena, For information call 243-0297 or 216-4606.

Saturday, 8/1 * 7:00 a.m. until Sold Out - Polk County Farmer’s Market at the Historic Mena Depot. Come and enjoy meeting local farmers and providing your family with fresh health seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as baked goods, eggs, jellies and crafts. * 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Vacation Bible School at Concord Baptist Church, 3467 Hwy 88 E in Ink, 3 years to 6th grade. Come and enjoy the fun. * 10:00 a.m. - Heath Family Reunion, American Legion, Acorn, bring a covered dish. For more information, contact Orval Heath at 479394-5255. * 1:00 p.m. - The M.S.A.A. Support Group meets in Room 156 at RMCC. * 2:30 p.m. - Old Lyric Players (Seniors Readers’ Theater) meets at OLT, 610 Mena Street.

Participants 50 years of age and older are welcome. For more information, call Janelle Baldwin at 479-243-6486. * 6:00 p.m. - Wickes Church of Christ, north of Wickes will have Christian Country Singer and Actress, Holly Spears speaking and singing and the movie “Virtuous” will be shown. Free to the public. Call Marc Rosson at 870-584-9434 for directions or more information. * 6:00 p.m. - Gospel Singing at the Little Hope Baptist Church near Pine Ridge with dinner following. * 6:00 p.m. PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S. Mena. For info call 243-0297 or 216-4606.

Sunday 8/2 * 2:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S. For information call 243-0297 or 2164606. * 2:30 p.m. - ABATE (Arkansas Bikers Aiming Toward Education) monthly meeting at Lime Tree Restaurant. Officers meeting at 2:30; general meeting at 3:00 p.m. You don’t have to ride to attend or be a member. * 6:30 p.m. –Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall.

Monday, 8/3 * 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. - Cove Branch Public Library is open to the public. * 1:00 p.m. - Cove Public Library presents Summer Fun Mondays, learn all about bugs, oceans, farm, and zoo animals.

* 5:00 p.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) – Hatfield City Hall, For more information call 870-389-6678. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo, American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6:00 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S., Mena. * 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church, Everyone is welcome. * 6:30 p.m. - Shady Grove RVFD business and training meeting. * 7:00 p.m. - Potter RVFD meeting at the Fire Station. * 7:00 p.m. - Acorn RVFD meeting will be at the Fire House * 7:00 p.m. - Mena Emblem Club meets at the Elks Lodge. * 7:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – 12 +12 Study at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. For information call 2430297 or 216-4606.

Tuesday, 8/4 * 7:00 a.m. until Sold Out - Polk County Farmer’s Market, at the Historic Mena Depot, come and enjoy meeting local farmers and providing your family with fresh healthy seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as baked goods, eggs, jellies and crafts. * 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission will be open in the 9th Street Ministries building. * 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Mena Art Gallery’s first “Art Day” in their newly remodeled gallery. Bring your current project and join other artists. * 11:00 – 2:00 p.m. – FREE Delicious Lunch at Vegetarian Soup Kitchen, Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 149 Polk Rd. 43 (Fairground Road), Mena. 479-394-7404. Take-out is available. All are welcome! * 12:00 Noon – 3:00 p.m. Son Lighters in Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West. For more information call 216-0719. * 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. TOPS meeting in the Union Bank Community Room for Weigh Ins. Meeting follows from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. * 6:00 p.m. - Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 646 meet at the Lime Tree. For more information, contact Henry/Hank Todara at 870334-2638. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S, Mena. * 7:00 p.m. - Dallas Valley RVFD meets for training at the Fire House. * 7:00 p.m. - Acorn Fire & Rescue meet at the Fire Department * 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Bluegrass music at Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room. * 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, First United Methodist Church, 9th Street & Port Arthur. For information call 479-234-2887 or 479234-3043.

Wednesday, 8/5 * 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Mena Art Gallery will be accepting entries for the Ouachita Expressions Show. For entry forms call Mena Art Gallery at 394-3880 or go online at www.menaartgallery.org.

* 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. - Cove Branch Public Library open. * 1:00 p.m. - The Windy Wednesday Quilters Guild meet at the Mena First Baptist Church.

For more information, call 216-9041. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71S, Mena. * 6:00 p.m. - Ouachita Arts & Crafts Guild meeting and demonstrations, Union Bank Community Room. For more information call 479234-0451. * 6:15 p.m. - Dallas Avenue Baptist Church’s Discovery Kids - Kindergarten thru 5th grade; Collide Youth Ministry - 6th thru 12th grades and Adult Bible Study meet. * 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Southside Church of God Warriors for Christ meet at the church. * 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Bible Study with Minister/Teacher Steve Stillwell, Oden Methodist Church, Hwy 379 South. Studying the Book of Revelation - End Time Prophecy. For more information, call 479-394-5058. * 7:00 – Alcoholics Anonymous, - Book Study, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. For information call 2430297or 216-4606.

* July - August 4 - The Mena Art Gallery will be closed for remodeling. Meetings and classes will be meeting at the Old Armory Building on the corner of DeQueen and Maple Streets.

Please call Julie if you have any questions at 479-394-3880. * Mena Head Start is taking applications for FALL enrollment for preschool children 3-5 and Early Head Start Children, birth – 3. The program is free to those who qualify. For an application, come by Mena Head Start at 606 Pine Avenue, 8:00 a.m.

– 3:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday. For more information, call 479-437-3733. * Coming up August 15 - the Annual Mary Davis Softball Benefit. Coed Slow-Pitch Tournament at Aubrey Tapley Ballpark. $150 per team. Contact Brooke Bates at 479-234-0158 or at bbates@orsd.k12.ar.us for more information or to sign up your team. * Every Monday 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Learn American Sign Language for free. Cove Branch Library with teacher Casey Kelley. * Every Thursday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Learn to knit or crochet with teachers Patricia Ruskauff and Mollie Thomas, Cove Branch Library. * HSO will accept your clean-out and yard sale leftovers for Rummage Sale in Sept. Call Cheryl Murphy at 243-0771. * PCDC/Jumpstart serving children with developmental delays. If you have questions, call Sally or Carolyn at 479-394-7572.

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Thursday, 7/30 * 7:00 a.m. - Until Sold Out - Polk County Farmer’s Market at the Historic Mena Depot. Come enjoy meeting local famers and providing your family with fresh healthy seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, eggs jellies and crafts. * 11:30 –Rotary Club of Polk County /Mena meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Lisa Martin at 216-3383 or Charles Pitman at 216-4882 for more info. * 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. - Cove Branch Public Library open. * 12:00 Noon – 3:00 p.m. – Son Lighters In Action Card Shop, 3671 Hwy 8 West. For more information call 216-0719. * 5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries Building. * 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers – meet at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Family Life Center.

Call 479-234-2297 for more information. * 6:00 p.m. - Country, Bluegrass and Gospel Music at the Daisy Room behind Janssen Avenue Florist. * 6:30 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous – meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall. * 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting – at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Highway 71 S. For information call 2430297 or 216-4606.

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July 29, 2015

Another View at the Scopes Trial

SUBMITTED BY ROY VAIL The July 22nd issue of The Polk County Pulse carried an historical article about the Dayton, Tennessee trial of John Scopes. The article mentions that the film “Inherit the Wind” is about the trial, but dismisses it as “theatre.”

“Inherit the Wind” is also a stage play. Although not intended to be an historical recital of the trial, most accounts agree that question patterns in the play are very close to those in the trial.

The article fails to mention the importance of the journalist H. L. Mencken to the events, nor the fact that William Jennings Bryan died just days after the trial.

I directed “Inherit the Wind” for Ouachita Little Theatre in November of 2002. The play required the back half of the stage set be two feet higher than the front half. The back half was for city street scenes, the front half was the courtroom. The cast description was: “21 men, 6 women, 2 boys, 1 girl, and a monkey.” It was the largest cast ever for a drama at Ouachita Little Theatre.

The main historical characters were, Matthew Harrison Brady (William Jennings Bryan) played by Tom McClanahan, Henry Drummond (Clarence Darrow) played by Brad Storey, and E. K. Hornbeck (H. L. Mencken) played by Roy Vail. Other cast members included: Rebecca Tully, Aaron Fenwick, Jay Rodgers, Craig Sanders, Vanessa Sanders, Tony Habeger, Roi Best, Janelle Baldwin, Ben Finley, Dr. Dick Black, Tom Baldwin, Bruce Patterson, Valerie Sanders, Roland Sanders, Alexander Sanders, Douglas Sanders (the monkey), Michael Lamb, Bob Madden, Lou Geiger, Joe Badger, Betty Fuller, Tammy Stockton, Wende Forsythe, Carol Ann McClanahan, Arthur Johnson, and others drafted for crowd scenes.

Attendance was low. Only one “Inherit the Wind” item was ever displayed on the walls of Ouachita Little Theatre, a 1925-style radio microphone. It has been used in other plays and not returned to its location. Now there is nothing.

William Jennings Bryan ran for President three times, but never won. He is credited for being the leader of the Democratic Party for 30 years. He spoke in Mena, at the Davis Opera House, January 4, 1908. His said that bank deposits need to be insured, and a work day should be 8 hours. By July of 1925 his long battle with diabetes had taken its toll. There was no air conditioning. In the July 27, 1925 issue of the Baltimore Evening Star, H. L. Mencken wrote, “The Bryan I shall remember is the Bryan of his last weeks on earth -- broken, furious, and infinitely pathetic.”

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This fall there will be great opportunities for artists to improve their skills right here at home. Here are some of the details: On September 12, Greg Disch will conduct a photography workshop from 10 am to 4 pm. It will include such things as “hyperfocal distance” and “live view focusing.” You will learn how to get the most from the sky, create sunbursts, research locations, improve your composition, build panoramas and create natural HDR images. Greg is an excellent photographer with well over 20 years experience. To see some of his work, check out his website www.gallery.gregdisch.com. Fee for this one-day workshop is $75; call the gallery at479-394-3880 to sign up.

There are two painting workshops coming up in October as a part of the Art of the Heartland national juried painting competition being held in the gallery: Nancy Meadows Taylor will teach “How to Paint Beautiful Water” and Bill Garrison will conduct a plein-air landscape painting workshop.

On October 8, 9, and 10, Arkansas plein-air landscape painter Bill Garrison will have a workshop where he will first demonstrate his painting technique and then assist students individually. For more details and a look at some of Bill’s paintings, go to his website: http://pages.suddenlink.net/billandgloria/ where you will find his biography, paintings, and the supply list for his workshop. Fee for this three-day workshop is $300.

On October 12, 13, and 14, Nancy Meadows Taylor will teach students how to paint beautiful water.

They can work in either oils or watercolor. For background information about Nancy and a look at some of her work, go to her website: http://nancymeadowstaylor.com/. Fee for this three-day workshop is $300.

Ann Dahm will hold a two day Realistic Glazed Ceramic Flower Workshop on September 17 from 10 am to noon and September 24 from 10 am to noon. The first day students will make clay flowers. Ann will fire them and on the second day the students will glaze and complete. The cost will be $25 per person and there is a 10 person limit for the class.

You can sign up for any of these by calling Mena Art Gallery, 479-394-3880. You will also find entry forms online for the two painting workshops and the photo shoot at http://theartoftheheartland.com/ under “Events.”

And to add to the fun, there will be a Paint Out and Photo Shoot led by a local photographer on Saturday, October 10. You can visit several locations with Betty Acheson and take photos at each. This is a great opportunity to go with a guide to some of the most beautiful locations we are blessed with. Details about this are available on http://theartoftheheartland.com/ under “Events” also. If you are a plein air painter and feel comfortable going out on your own, we can supply a list of locations and directions. Or you can follow Betty and set up your easel at whichever location most appeals to you rather than continuing with the rest of the trip. To sign up, call the gallery at 479-394-3880.

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Woods Celebrate 60th Wedding Anniversary

Seara Trammel and Randy Hall, of Cove, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on July 14th.

Shauna and Jacob Wagner, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born July 17th.

Kayla Phillips and Chris May, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on July 18th.

Alexia and Rusty Holtzclaw, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on July 21st.

Kimberly and Jimmy Bailey, of Horatio, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on July 21st.

Angelica Medina and Joshua Lopez, of DeQueen, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on July 23rd.

Sandra and Eduardo Martinez, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on July 24th.

Charles and Janice Wood will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary in a reception this coming Sunday, August 2, at 2:00pm, hosted by the Northside Church of Christ. The Woods were married in Drew, MS, on August 7, 1955, and have lived in Mena since 1994.

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A rookie police officer was assigned to ride in a cruiser with an experienced partner. A call came over the car’s radio telling them to disperse some people who were loitering.

The officers drove to the street and observed a small crowd standing on a corner. The rookie rolled down his window and said, “Let’s get off the corner.”

No one moved, so he barked again, “Let’s get off the corner!”

Intimidated, the group of people began to leave, casting puzzled glances in his direction.

Proud of his first official act, the young policeman turned to his partner and asked, “Well, how did I do?”

“Pretty good,” replied the veteran, “especially since this was a bus stop.”

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July 29, 2015

HISTORY

Moments From American History A True Hero

BY JEFF OLSON “Hero” is a word commonly used these days, but perhaps too commonly at times. Of course, a definition of a hero is in the dictionary but it may be that the best description to be found is from those whose lives have been strongly influenced by someone in a positive and lasting way. I believe real heroes leave a legacy which encourages us to honor, emulate and perpetuate the sacred patrimony of integrity, virtue and principle which represent the best of humanity and America, and inspire us to aspire beyond our own capacities, limitations and fears. I would like to share with you a brief account of an ordinary young man with an extraordinary love for America. He is little-known to most of us, in part due to the passage of time, but nonetheless of immense importance because of his timeless example of courage and commitment to the cause of freedom which would ultimately define his life of only 24 years.

Martin Treptow was a barber in Cherokee, Iowa when in 1917 he enlisted in the U.S. Army to serve his country. With World War I raging in Europe, he soon found himself part of the 168th Infantry of the 42nd Division, the famed Rainbow Division, headed for France. The 42nd was committed to defeating the Germans in the Second Battle of the Marne. In spite of the strafing machine gun fire and heavy artillery bombardment, the 168th achieved its objective. As the battle drew to an end, a messenger was needed to deliver an important word to one of the platoons. On July 29, 1918,

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Private Martin August Treptow, barber turned warrior, did not hesitate but grabbed the message and moved out under fire. As he reached the platoon leader, Treptow was shot down by a hail of bullets. Later, in collecting Treptow’s personnel effects, a diary was found in his blood-stained shirt. On December 31, 1917, under the heading of “My Pledge,” he had written: “America must win this war.

Therefore I will work, I will save, I will sacrifice, I will endure, I will fight cheerfully and do my utmost, as if the issue of the whole struggle depended on me alone.”

Today we still face wars, but they are much more complex than earlier ones and they include a culture war with a greater myriad of battles than ever before. Treptow’s pledge reflects transcendent values - moral clarity, selflessness, sacrifice, character and resolve. These need to resonate within each of us and become a reality through a stronger commitment to God, family, church and community - all needed to shore up America’s weakened foundation.

Ronald Reagan, in his first inaugural address in January 1981, referenced Martin Treptow’s courage and legacy when he stated, “the crisis we are facing today..... [Requires] our best efforts, and our willingness to believe in ourselves and to believe in our capacity to perform great deeds; to believe that together, with God’s help, we can and will resolve the problems which now confront us. And, after all, why shouldn’t we believe that? We are Americans.” In the words of author Bertolt Brecht, “Unhappy the land that is in need of heroes.” America has had no such need, but only to recognize them, remember them, and carry on their legacy.

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In our country today (and other countries where violence is prevalent and growing), sometimes imitation is little more than self-preservation. In our school systems and inner cities, a “pack mentality” has emerged, and imitation of the fiercest and the cruelest has become necessary for survival. The greatest example I can offer is this “baseball hat on backwards” concept. I don’t believe more than a handful of people really ever felt this was “cool”, let alone practical – I mean, for God’s sake, there’s a purpose for the brim on that hat! Otherwise we all might as well be wearing “beanies.”

But in big city school systems (and beyond) where cool is integrated with intimidation, and fashion is dictated, not suggested, this backwards hat thing became avant garde. Every time I see some upper class suburbs kid in his baggy pants and hat on backwards, I want to grab him and remind him that the only times real Americans wear their hats on backwards are when they’re sighting their sniper rifles in combat, or playing the position of catcher in a baseball game. The rest are just social copycats – letting someone else tell them what is cool. I’m reminded of the words of the English writer, Samuel Johnson: “No man was ever made great by imitation.”

Move away from imitation, and seek innovation. Be yourself – because, as everyone knows, an original is worth more than a copy.

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HOME & GARDEN

Keep the Heat Out of the Kitchen

July 29, 2015

by kim hughes, extension office agent, fcs When it’s blistering hot outside, I am not a big fan of spending a lot of time in the kitchen cooking.

Look for ways to prepare quick, easy meals that will not heat up the kitchen but still feed your family healthy, wholesome meals.

Make fruits and vegetables the building blocks of your meal. Most can be served raw or cooked quickly; and are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals we need in our diets. How about a main dish salad for dinner? Try tossed salad with leftover rice and cooked chicken; or something as simple as tuna or chicken salad. Serve on top of a romaine lettuce salad and add a whole wheat roll and you have a quick, nutritious meal, without heating up the kitchen.

Don’t neglect the appliances in your kitchen; put them to work for you. The microwave you may only use for reheating items, or maybe popping popcorn is being underutilized, and can save you time, plus keep the heat out of the kitchen. In as little as 4-6 minutes, you can have a baked potato. When finished, remove and wrap in foil. You can even cook corn on the cob in 2-3 minutes per ear.

There are also appliances such as electric skillets that you can use to make skillet lasagna, omelets, or even pineapple upside down cake. A toaster oven will allow you the opportunity to have baked items without heating up the kitchen with your range’s oven.

Grilling adds flavor, keeps the heat out of the kitchen, and means less mess to clean up, too. If you don’t have equipment or space to grill outdoors, use a small electric grill inside. When cooking meats on the grill, remember they cook quickly and don’t add much heat to the kitchen. Start with good quality cuts of meat and poultry and be sure to trim excess fat for good health.

Plan ahead and cook once and serve twice. Prepare enough the first time that you can add it to another dish for a different meal. Baked potatoes one night might be used for potato salad or twice baked potatoes the next night. Grilled chicken could turn into chicken quesadillas, chicken salad, or chicken spaghetti.

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POLICE

July 29, 2015 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 July 19, 2015 Officers responded to a local residence when a Mena man said that someone had thrown a rock through a window on his front door, striking him in the head.

He reported seeing two men run from the area when they realized someone was at home. The man advised that he does not wish to press charges.

July 20, 2015 A local woman reported that her children had not been returned to her after a weekend with their father. She advised that the father lived in South Polk County, so the case was turned over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

July 21, 2015 A Mena man complained that his father-in-law was harassing him. Case is pending.

A Benton man reported that a gun was stolen from his unlocked vehicle when he was staying at a local motel. The gun has been entered into NCIC as stolen.

The gun is described as a Remington 870 Express shotgun, camouflage, with a tactical stock and pistol grip and a fiber optic sight.

July 22, 2015 Officers responded to an incident at the DHS building regarding a woman who was causing a disturbance. Officers spoke with the woman and she agreed to leave.

Joy M. Reed, 27, of Mena was arrested on two outstanding warrants for failure-topay fines and court costs.

July 23, 2015 Officers were asked to check on a woman at a local mobile home park. She was later taken by ambulance to the local hospital.

July 24, 2015 A local woman was taken by ambulance to the local hospital after neighbors notified authorities that she was in need of assistance.

Weekly Publication Report was taken of a trailer losing a wheel and doing damage to a parked vehicle.

July 25, 2015 Nikita Polk, 28, of Mena was charged with disorderly conduct and refusal to submit to arrest after an incident at a local retail store. She was later cited for theftof-property (shoplifting) after review of surveillance tapes.

Jeffrey M. Smith, 38, of Mena was charged with possession of schedule VI controlled substance (marijuana) and possession of drug paraphernalia after a call to a local apartment building.

Officers completed an additional seven reports and worked 6 accidents.

Polk County Sheriff’s Department July 20, 2015 Report of a domestic disturbance on Highway 71 North in Acorn. Deputies responded, one of the subjects had already left the residence.

Report from walk-in complainants of being harassed by an acquaintance.

Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report of a disturbance on Rocky Lane near Mena led to the arrest of Ronald D. Staggs, 52, of Mena, on a Charge of Public Intoxication.

Report of a verbal disturbance on Polk 72 near the Yocana community.

One of the subjects left for the night.

Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation & Parole was Jason J. Brock, 37, of Alma, on a Probation/Parole Warrant.

July 21, 2015 Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 282 near Hatfield led to the arrest of Douglas A. Beck, 32, of Hatfield, on Charges of Aggravated Assault, Assault on a Family Member 1st Degree, Battery 3rd Degree, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance and Terroristic Threatening 2nd Degree.

Arrested was Charles M. York, 32, of Hatfield, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested was Pat-Sand Barber, 34, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

July 22, 2015 No reports were filed.

July 23, 2015 Report from complainant on Cheeter

Lane near the Cherry Hill community of the theft of a firearm, valued at $300.00.

Investigation continues.

July 24, 2015 Arrested was Joseph D. Gonyea III, 26, of Mena, on Warrants for four counts of Failure to Appear.

Traffic stop on Highway 71 North near Acorn led to a 16-year-old Waldron runaway being taken into custody. The juvenile was released to the custody of the Waldron PD. Arrested was Michael J. Harvey, 41, of Mena, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Barbara P. Kelly, 42, of Grannis, on a Charge of Obstructing Governmental Operations.

July 25, 2015 Report of an ATV on fire on Polk 410 near Hatfield. The origin of the fire is believed to be mechanical.

Report of a disturbance at a church on Polk 282 in Hatfield led to the arrest

of Brandon W. Gates, 30, of Hatfield, on Charges of DWI, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, No Driver’s License and Disorderly Conduct.

July 26, 2015 Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 93 near the Rocky community. Subject refused to press charges.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 North near Acorn of damage to a mailbox and a vase, causing losses of $75.00.

Investigation continues.

Arrested was James E. Wilkinson, 49, of Hatfield, on Warrants for two counts of Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Brandon R. Falls, 29, of Mena, on Charges of DWI, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and Refusal to Submit.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates; 7 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility, of which 5 are currently out of jail on a monitoring system.

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