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Reine Street Home Destroyed by Fire BY MELANIE WADE • news@mypulsenews.com A local woman’s home is a complete loss following a fire on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. Calls came in to 911 dispatch just after 6 p.m. after a passerby and neighbors saw the flames. Initially, the home’s occupants were unaware of the blazes. Witnesses said shortly after notifying 911, people began to exit the residence while on their phones as the blaze was consuming a back corner of the home. Once they were aware of the fire, others began to exit as well. When Mena Fire Department arrived on the scene at 404 North Reine Street, CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
18-Wheeler Overturns Off Hwy 71 BY MELANIE WADE • news@mypulsenews.com
A fully loaded 18-wheeler overturned on Highway 71 North on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at the intersection of Polk 71, also known as Holly Springs Road. Officials on the scene said the truck slid off of the roadway, overturning onto its topside into a deep ditch. The accident caused the trailer of the semi to burst open in the middle, losing a small part of the loaded pallets inside. As of 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, officials CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
Daughters of the American Revolution Host District Meeting BY MELANIE WADE • news@mypulsenews.com Polk County’s Farm Family of the Year have now been named District Farm Family of the Year following a visit from the farm family judges. The Alstons are among 7 other district finalists who are all now contenders to be named State Farm Family of the Year in December of this year. The Pulse was privileged to feature the Alston family and their diverse operation in a special supplement to the June 14 issue. The online publication is still available at MyPulseNews.com. SEE FULL STORY ON PAGE 8.
The James K. Polk Chapter of Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) hosted the district meeting for the Caddo District Daughters at the Ouachita Center on Wednesday, June 14. Eleven chapters from the district attended the all-day meeting. The local chapter was chartered in 2009 and this is the first time they have hosted the district meeting in some time. The James K. Polk Chapter was named after the 11th President of the United States, James K. Polk, who served from 1844-
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ena Regional Health System will host their 8th Annual Health Fair on September 16, 2017, and wants all to save the date for the ever-growing event. Organizers say the mission of the event is to offer the community and surrounding areas a free day of health and wellness education, combined with fun for the whole family. In addition to getting discounted health screenings, exhibitors line the hallways displaying their healthy-driven products and information. And, as always, there will be free giveaways throughout the day. Exhibitors are encouraged to reserve their spot now by contacting Sonya Maye, MRHS Marketing/Public Relations Specialist, at 479-243-2378. Deadline for booth registrations is August 18, 2017. Space is awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Pediatric Cancer Survivor Elijah Barnes Receives $3,500 CARTI Jungmeyer Scholarship SUBMITTED
Elijah Barnes, 19, of Mena, is among 18 pediatric cancer survivors selected this year to receive Dennis Jungmeyer Scholarships valued at $3,500 each and awarded by the CARTI Foundation in Little Rock. Presented annually to current or former CARTI pediatric cancer patients, the scholarships are named in honor of Dennis Jungmeyer of North Little Rock. Jungmeyer is a CARTI Foundation Board Member and prostate cancer survivor. Recipients of the 20th annual CARTI Kids Dennis Jungmeyer Scholarship Awards were honored at a special presentation ceremony held May 31 at the Arkansas Governor’s Mansion in Little Rock. First Lady Susan Hutchinson assisted Jungmeyer in presenting scholars with their awards. Diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of three, Barnes is currently enrolled at the University of Arkansas – Rich Mountain where he is majoring in theatre with a minor in music. He is the son of Katherine and Jason Barnes of Mena. Barnes also received recognition as the recipient of the Delta Dental of Arkansas Fellowship Award. Presented for study in the liberal or Mena pediatric cancer survivor Elijah Barnes received the Delta Dental of Arkansas Fellowship Award along with a CARTI Kids Dennis Jungmeyer Scholarship valued at $3,500 during a special ceremony at the creative arts, the award is sponsored by Delta Dental of Arkansas in Arkansas Governor’s Mansion on May 31. (Pictured, from left: Arkansas First Lady Susan Hutchinson; Sherwood. Barnes; Delta Dental chief financial officer Phyllis Rogers; and Dennis Jungmeyer.) In addition to Barnes, other 2017 Jungmeyer Scholarship recipients include: Heidi Abston, of Searcy; Brayden Beshears, of Greenwood; Lucas Cauthren, of Subiaco; Creed Chapman, of Norfork; Shelby Clinton, of North Little Rock; Spencer Ewing, of Little Rock; Haley Goodwin, of Conway; Ty Granberry, of New Boston, TX; Keori Guinn, of Hot Springs; Cheryl Harp, of Bentonville; Caleb Loe, of Prescott; Patrik Rollefson; Breanna Stoufer, of Fort Smith; CheyAnn Trantham, of Conway; Tasha Turner, of Pocahontas; Chase Wellenberger, of England; and Kirsten Worley, of Benton. CARTI is a not-for-profit, multi-disciplinary cancer care provider offering medical and surgical oncology, diagnostic radiology, and radiation oncology at locations throughout the state to provide convenient access for cancer patients. Chemotherapy is offered in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Benton, Clinton, Conway, El Dorado, Heber Springs, Monticello, Russellville and Stuttgart. Radiation therapy is offered in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Mountain Home and Searcy. The CARTI Foundation was incorporated in 1983 as a non-profit organization to assist CARTI in meeting the current and future needs of Arkansas cancer patients and their families.
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Contestant Recruitment Underway for Mrs. Arkansas Officials Seeking Mrs. Mena, Mrs. Polk County
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Pageant officials are actively recruiting contestants statewide to represent local preliminary titles at the 41st annual Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant scheduled for November 11 in Hot Springs. “We invite all married women throughout Arkansas who are interested in participating to claim their local title and begin preparing for competition,” says Lynn DeJarnette, executive director of the Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant. Among the titles currently available for potential contestants this season are Mrs. Mena and Mrs. Polk County. For details on how to qualify and register as a preliminary titleholder in the Mrs. Arkansas America contestant, visit www.mrsarkansas.org. “Mrs. Arkansas America should be someone with a servants heart who wants to represent all of the women of Arkansas as they serve their community and state,” explains DeJarnette. “She should be someone who takes care of herself, is approachable and can communicate to others with love and passion for what she is doing. She is a giver, not a taker.” Elks Members DeJarnette would know. Before assuming her duties as executive director of & Guests the state pageant, DeJarnette was Mrs. Arkansas America 1994. “Women today have eternal beauty and can compete at any age,” says is proud to present a Patriotic and fun DeJarnette. “We believe that wisdom and life experiences can only add to a filled evening for the whole family. woman’s beauty.” “When women feel important, needed and beautiful, it can help their self esteem and open them up and into the person they should be, and that helps to make them a happier person in all areas of their lives,” says DeJarnette. “I have seen the lives of so many women changed, including my own, as a result of the pageant experience.” Presented annually since 1978, the Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant is a direct preliminary to the Mrs. America Pageant. In turn, the Mrs. America Pageant feeds into the Mrs. World Pageant. “The Mrs. Arkansas Pageant is all about family, and we feel God and family always come first,” says DeJarnette, the mother of two and grandmother of five. She and her husband, Ronnie DeJarnette, have been married for more than 40 years and now live in Hot Springs. Mrs. Arkansas America 2017 is Kristen Thomas, an elementary school teacher from Crossett who competed last year as Mrs. Southeast Arkansas. Thomas will represent Arkansas this year at the Mrs. America Pageant on August 26 in Las Vegas. With a platform titled “Farm to Table,” Thomas is using her year of service to travel throughout the state to promote healthier ways to feed America through non-processed foods. “My title has given me the opportunity to reach even more children throughout the state,” says Thomas. “I am able to educate my students and their parents on the importance of eating healthy and utilizing the resources available in their area.” Thomas has also been busy making public appearances on behalf of several nonprofit charities, including an annual partnership with CARTI. “Clay was very supportive in my efforts to become Mrs. Arkansas,” says Thomas, speaking of the husband she met in 2008 and married in 2014. “My husband knew that winning the title would be a year of excitement and he has embraced the journey with me.” Deadline for registering as a contestant in the 41st annual Mrs. Arkansas America Pageant is September 1, 2017. For more information on how to become a qualified preliminary titleholder, visit www.mrsarkansas.org.
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Guns & Hoses Blood Drive Showdown
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The annual Guns & Hoses blood drives are back, with the Mena Police and Fire Department facing off in the friendly competition. During the Guns & Hoses drives, local firefighters ‘battle’ local police officers to see who can have more blood donated to benefit patients across the state through the Arkansas Blood Institute (ABI). Pictured above are firefighters from Station 2 and officers from the Mena Police Department competing in tug of war. The Mena Community Blood Drive will be Monday, June 26 from 12:15-6:30 P.M at the Mena National Guard. Every donor receives a voucher for one entry to Magic Springs and a FREE Guns & Hoses t-shirt.
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2017 Ouachita Quilt Show Winners T
he Ouachita Quilt Show Committee stated that this year’s Quilt Show was a success and appreciates everyone who participated. Organizers are pleased to announce the winners in the following categories: DONATION QUILT WINNER: Jeri Pearson, Mena, Ar. BEST OF SHOW: Marcia Norris, “I Solemnly Swear I’m up to no good!” PEOPLES’ CHOICE: Francis Smith “Heritage Medallion” VIP AWARDS: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Gerry Bailey, “Baby Quilt” CIRCUIT JUDGE: Billy Shepard, “State Birds & Flowers” CITY CLERK: Debra Lay, “Retro Daisies” COUNTY JUDGE: Mary-Sheba Graves, “Liberty Quilt” COUNTY SHERIFF: Francis Smith, “Heritage Medallion” CHIEF OF POLICE: Susan Wilcher, “Christmas Folk Art” MAYOR OF MENA: Nancy Philpot, “Christmas Snowflake” MAYOR OF COVE: Mary Sheba Graves, “Autumn in Arkansas” PROSECUTING ATTORNEY: Susan Carter “Beautiful Cats, Pins & Paws” COUNTY CLERK: Sharon Judkins, “Lazy Sunday” MENA STAR: Linda Prestage, “The Peacock” THE PULSE: Mary Sheba Graves, “Blue & Green Crosstitch” KENA: Francis Hilton, “Rainbow Connection” ART GALLERY: Carol Carlyle, “Funky Chickens”
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“Memories” BABY QUILT: 1st Debra Lay, “Baby Circus, Matching Tote”, 2nd, Debra Lay, “Hexy Baby”, 3rd, Carol Timberlake, “For the Love of Lori Ann” ORIGINAL DESIGN: 1st, Anne Dahm, “Sample by Group”, 2nd, Linda Prestage, “The Peacock”, 3rd, Kathryn Stucker, “Starry Night” FIRST QUILT: 1st, Sheila Hannaman, “Kaleidoscope Pinwheel”, 2nd, Ann Garrett, “Stack n Whack” HOME DÉCOR: 1ST, Alice Skumautz, “Fun Flowers”, 2nd, Sheila Hannaman, “Quilted Ottoman”, 3rd, Alice Skumautz, “Asian Lilies” OTHER: 1st, Judy Myers, “Patchwork Purse”, 2nd, Erica May, “Tote bag” ART QUILTS/EMBELLISHMENTS: 1st, Marcia Norris, “I Solemnly Swear I’m Up to no Good”, 2nd , Judy McClara, “Girls Party”, 3rd, Debra Lay, “ Connect the Dots”
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Keith & Sharon Aleshire, Broker/Owners www.hollyspringsrealestate.com 3748 - This is an operating Tire Shop, just outside the Cove city limits. This property features a 1999 mobile home with several outbuildings. There are 2 Muscadine orchards on this property. The Tire Shop has an office with bathroom and a 14 x 20 area for private office or storage space. The 16 x 40 upstairs area is currently used for new tire storage but could be a living space. Great location on Hwy 71 with an established business with lots of extras. Inventory to be negotiated separate from Real Estate. MLS17015448 $135,000
3705 - Off the grid get-a-way with 3/4 mi of National Forest boundary on over 36 acres, There’s a cabin with a screened in porch, plus a patio overlooking a mountain stream that flows over rocks filling a small pond. There’s a barn to keep your ATV's under cover. Abundant wildlife to make the fall hunting season a real pleasure and every season spectacular. MLS17002989 $185,000
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much of the home was engulfed by fire. Four engines responded, dumping hundreds of gallons of water on the home, eventually quenching the flames. Although some of the exterior walls remain standing, most everything inside the home was either consumed or destroyed by smoke damage. Homeowner Anne Gonzalez said she and her two grown sons that live with her lost “practically everything” including her two cats. They were able to save her dog. One of her sons, Casey Darr, lost his eyeglasses in the fire. Gonzalez said, “He is totally blind without them. He doesn’t even have shoes right now.” They have also lost a key to one of their vehicles. Her son Caleb Darr also lost everything. Although the cause of the fire is still being investigated, Gonzalez said, “My two things most important are ok,” she said as she motioned to her sons. “We’re ok, and we’re going to make it.” If anyone would like to help the family recouped from their loss, Gonzalez can be reached at 870-784-1166.
were waiting on a wrecker to remove the truck, trailer, and load. Drivers were advised to use caution in the area while they work to remove all debris. The driver was transported to Mena Regional Health System with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries. As of press time, Arkansas State Police had not released the name of the driver or if any citations were issued.
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CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE 1848. A chapter of DAR with the same name existed in Mena from 1939-1974. Daughter of the Regent of the original chapter, Sarah Mosley Fricks, attended the district meeting along with dozens of others. Fricks also serves in the Texarkana chapter of DAR. Arkansas Daughters are committed to serve their communities through activities following the National Society objectives promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America’s future through better education. The Caddo District meeting attendees were honored with the presence of Jerrie J. Townsend, State Regent of the Arkansas Society, Daughters of the American Revolution. When asked why she has dedicated much her life to DAR, Townsend said simply, “For a love of country.” Kathy Haglar, Vice Regent for the James K. Polk Chapter, said they were very honored to have hosted the meeting and look forward to serving their community and country through keeping history alive and at the forefront of minds. PICTURED LEFT: Front Row - Cortez Copher; Mary Deere, District Delegate; Kathy Haglar, local Vice-Regent; Jerrie Townsend, State Regent; Susan Veal, Arkansas Delegate. Back Row - Carol Ann Hunter, Caddo District Director; Jane Buttermilk, Charlotte Jeffers, Caddo District Director-Elect.
Luke & Deedee Alston Now Named District Farm Family of the Year BY LEANN DILBECK • editor@mypulsenews.com
The eight district winners in the 70th annual Arkansas Farm Family of the Year Program have been selected, representing the diversity of Arkansas agriculture, the state’s largest industry. Locally, Luke and DeeDee Alston of Mena were named for the Western District. The Alston family had been named as Polk County’s Farm Family of the Year and featured in the June 14 issue of The Polk County Pulse. The Alstons have a diversified operation ranging from strawberries and sweet corn, to cattle, broiler houses ncer:and even honeybees. They also have a six-acre corn maze. The Alstons have two children, Ryan and Drey. The Alstons were humbled by the continued recognition, “So many hard working farm families are just good people and would be deserving of this recognition. We feel extremely blessed to be honored for doing what we to love get to do day in and out.” The Alstons will now advance as contenders for the State Farm Family of the Year honor. “The contributions made by our state’s farm families
are beyond measure,” said Randy Veach, president of will now be judged to determine a state winner to be announced December 7 at the Farm Family of the Year the Arkansas Farm Bureau. “While collectively, agriluncheon at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in North Little culture makes up our state’s largest business sector, it is almost impossible to calculate the impact our family Rock. farms have on the economy, our rural communities, and to the character of our great state.” "The Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved" (Acts 2:47). Only those “No other business secwho are saved according to God’s instructions are in the Lord’s church. But how many tor has a larger economic impact in Arkansas than churches does the Lord have? Jesus says in Matthew 16:18, ".., and on this rock I will build agriculture,” Veach said. my church,.." The word "My" shows possession and that the church belongs to Jesus The men and women of agChrist. The word church is singular not plural. The Lord only promised to build His one riculture, and their families, church . work diligently every day In Ephesians 4:4-6 we read, "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to to maintain a business and one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism;.. " Just as there is only a lifestyle that represents one God, there is only one body. What is this one body? In Ephesians 1:22-23 we find, the very best our state has to offer. "And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for The district winners the church, which is his body,.." Here we see that the Bible says the church is the body. So
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................................................................................................................................ SHIRLEY AILEEN EVANS JONES Shirley Aileen Evans Jones, age 78, of Mena passed away Saturday, June 17, 2017 in Mena, Arkansas. Shirley was born on November 30,1938 in Newellton, Louisiana to the late Orvile Lee Evans and the late Della Tarver Evans. She was married to the late Harold Jones on August 12, 1959 and worked as an office manager by profession. Shirley was a loving and kind mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all who knew her. She is survived by one son, Hugh Jones; daughter-in-law, Nikki Jones; two brothers; one sister; ten grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Della Evans, her husband, Harold Jones; daughter, Robin Jones; and siblings, Virginia Foster, Rayburn Evans, and Arlin Evans. Mrs. Jones was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. A private family service will be planned at a later date and time.
GARLAND WAYNE FORD JR. Garland Wayne Ford Jr., age 59, of Mena, Arkansas died Monday, June 19, 2017 at his home. He was born on Sunday, September 22, 1957 to Garland W. and Arrita Martin Ford in DeQueen, Arkansas. Garland was of the Protestant faith and
a United States Army veteran who was head of the motor pool during the Vietnam War. He went to computer and mechanic school and spent much of his life working as a diesel mechanic for Schuster’s Transportation in California. Garland was very outspoken and had a strong moral compass. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and especially spending time with his father. Garland had a knack for teaching dogs tricks with great patience. He loved NASCAR and his favorite driver was Mark Martin. Garland was incredibly proud of raising his three self sufficient children. He supported the NRA and was a member of the Houndsmen Club in California. Garland was a loving son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, and a great friend and will be missed by all who knew him. Garland is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Susan Ford of Mena, Arkansas; his parents, Garland W. and Arrita Martin Ford of Mena; two sons and daughters-inlaw, Scott and Cathy Kitterman of Kennebunk, Maine; and Jerad and Char Ford of Mena; one daughter and son-in-law, Vicki and Paul Shibata of Ukiah, California; one brother and sister-in-law, Mitchell and Becky Ford of Sonora, California; two sisters, Nancy McMilan of Oregon, and Diane Ford of California; one sister-in-law and husband, Nancy and Glen Moore of Alta Loma, Georgia; ten grandchildren, William Ford, Dale Ford, Tyler Ford, Cheyenne Ford, Meka Shibata, Justin Kitterman, Jake Kitterman, Robbie Kitterman, Kelley Kitterman, and Sophie Kitterman; one great grandchild, Aleyah Ford; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena. Cremation services are entrusted
to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers please send contributions to the Colon Cancer Fund C/O the American Cancer Society.
KATHRYN ROBB LAWRY Kathryn Robb Lawry, age 88, of Dallas, Texas passed away Sunday, June 11, 2017in Texas. She was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on July 19, 1928 to the late Harry Taft Robb and the late Gladys Moore Robb. She was married to Lloyd Lawry until his death. Kathryn worked for the Irving Public Library for many years and finally retired from Goodyear. She enjoyed many things such as reading, needlework, jigsaw puzzles, playing card games with family and friends. Kathryn loved serving God, helping and teaching Sunday school. One of her favorites missions was to send out greeting cards for all occasions, to those needing to be uplifted and encouraged. She was a loving and kind mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed by all. She is survived by one son Phillip Lawry and wife Heather of Mena, Arkansas; two daughters, Jane Arce and husband Joe of Pleasant Grove, Texas; Ruth Foote and husband Tom of Sanger, Texas; seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; one brother, James Van Bibber and wife Pavla; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by parents, Harry and Gladys Robb; her husband, Lloyd Lawry; a son, Paul Brian Lawry; sisters, Joanne Robb and Janette Cauley; and a grandson, Benjamin Allen Lawry. Funeral service was Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 1:00 p.m. at Beasley Wood Chapel with Brother Richard Lawry officiating. Interment followed in the Pinecrest Memorial Park under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Pallbearers were Michael Arce, Joe Arce, Aaron Foote, Tom Foote, Tim Stuart and Gary Cota.
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he following awards were presented to students at the Academic Awards Banquet on Thursday, May 18, 2017. Mr. Barr: Chantry Blake (Bridge to Algebra II), Matthew Nance (Geometry), Aubrey Harvey (Algebra I), Jack Ha (Algebra III). Ms. Haggard: Makenna Goss (Computer Business Applications), Heather Frady (Digital Communications III-IV), Kinzie Kyle (Digital Communications II), Kinzie Kyle (Digital Communications I), Halli Holland (Career Development), Raeghan Weddle (Business Technology & Communications), Kirsten Gee (Keyboarding), Dalton Lane (Essentials to Computer Programming). Mr. Hawkins: Brookelyn Goss (Science 6), Raeghan Weddle (Science 7), Corryn Holland (Science 8). Ms. Jackson: Makenna Goss (Family & Consumer Science), Cristina Auces (Food Production), Kierston Larucci (Family CSI 2nd Semester), Makayla Anderson (Food & Nutrition), Josh Staggs (Food Safety), Raeghan Weddle (Family CSI 1st Semester), Brooke Bates (Parenting), Harly Dearing (Parenting), Brooke Bates (Child Development), Abbi McCarroll (Leadership & Service Learning), Jaden Miller (Exploring Personal Finance), Taylor Heifner (Career Ready 101), Avery Wood (Financial Literacy). Mr. Ledbetter: Kacey Head (Driver Education), Brody Webb (Driver Education), Aaron Bissell (Driver Education), Josh Staggs (Driver Education), Brady Lyle (Health). Ms. Ledbetter:Reed McGee (Math 6), Raeghan Weddle (Math 7), Sarah Wallace (Math 8). Ms. McGee: Tessa Kesterson (Pre-AP Biology), Harly Dearing (AP Biology), Warren McPherson (Environmental Science), Zane Barr (Chemistry), Haley Richardson (Pre-AP Biology), Makenna Goss (Physical Science), Matthew Nance (Physical Science). Ms. Neufeld: Rachael Miller (English 6), Kiersten Larucci (English 7), Corryn Holland (English 8). Ms. Padilla: Makenna Goss (Geometry), Makayla Anderson (Algebra II), Harly Dearing (College Algebra), Harly Dearing (College Trigonometry), Rachel Murr (Spanish I), Zane Barr (Spanish II), Zane Barr (Pre-Calculus), Halli Holland (Algebra I). Ms. Singleton: Haley Sandoval (Pre-AP English 9), Makenna Goss (Pre-AP English 9), Mekinzie Kyle (Pre-AP English 10), Makayla Anderson (Pre-AP English 10), Cristina Auces (English 11), Braxlie Strother (Journalism), Josey Webb (AP Language/Comp I). Mr. Spradlin: Brookelyn Goss (6th Grade Social Studies), Raeghan Weddle (7th Grade Geography/Arkansas History), Corryn Holland (8th Grade American History). Ms. Stapp: Justin Richmond (Art 1: 1st & 2nd Semester ), Haley Richardson (Art I: 1st & 2nd Semester), Chantry Blake (Art I: 1st & 2nd Semester), Charlotte Davasher (Art II), Haley Richardson (Art II). Mr. Willsey: Mekinzie Kyle (Pre-AP World History), Haley Richardson (Pre-AP World History), Drew Philpot (Civics), Zane Barr (AP U.S. History), Josey Webb (AP U.S. History), Jack Ha (U.S. History), Matthew Nance (Economics). CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
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The Cossatot River EAST Program is partnering with Old State House Museum (OSHM) to 3D print artifacts from the Old State House Museum and busts of Arkansas historical figures. EAST students have been assembled for the OSHM Innovators of Tomorrow Team. This EAST Beyond the Bell project is funded by the EAST Initiative and is made possible by the Arkansas Department of Education.
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he President’s Award for Educational Achievement is given to students in the 6th, 8th, and 12th grade who meet the following qualifications: Have shown tremendous improvement and growth in their academics; Have a commitment to learning and improving in their academics; Have an excellent school record, but do not meet the criterion for the President’s Award for Excellence. The following students were selected: 6th Grade Achievement Awards: Ally Bissell, Braylan Bohlman, Johnathan Bodkin, Zacharie Bodwell, Brookelyn Goss, Charish Hill, Olivia Maechler, Rachael Miller, Reed McGee, Lori Richardson, Makayla Sandoval, Rachael Weddle, Jayden Willborg , Addison Wood. 8th Grade Achievement Awards: Madison Blair, Keelan Brown, Emmylynn Goss, Halli Holland, Jayden Miller, Trysten Richey, Tyler Smedley, Kimberly Strasner, Autumn Strother, Sarah Wallace, Nathan Watts. 12th Grade Achievement Awards: Aaron Bissell, Chantry Blake, Matthew Davis, Jacob Haddox, Dalton Lane. The President’s Award for Educational Excellence is given to students in the 6th & 8th grade who meet the following qualifications. Students must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5 and PARCC Achievement Scores in Math and Literacy of a level four. The following students were selected: 6th Grade Excellence Awards: Kaelin Harding, Michael Laing, Rachael Miller. 8th Grade Excellence Awards: Corryn Holland, Harlee Rodgers. The President’s Award for Educational Excellence is given to students in the 12th grade who meet the following qualifications. Students must maintain a minimum G.P.A. of 3.5 and have above average A.C.T. College Entrance Test Results. The following students were selected: 12th Grade Excellence Awards: Brooke Bates, Harly Dearing, Morgan Fagan, Blake McCourtney, Josh Staggs, Brittany Wilhite.
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THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
Celebrating Schedule of events 3-3 Basketball Tournament
(REGISTRATION FOR YOUTH - 11:00 ADULTS)
Parade Grand Marshal Sherriff Scott Sawyer & Polk County Sheriff’s Office “Show & Shine” in the parade - Anybody with a vehicle is invited.
Music Entertainment Begins (SPONSORED BY UARM)
Vendors with arts, crafts, food, fried pies, & snowcones Free Kids Games & Activities all day
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June 24th
JUBILEE IN JUNE
Hatfield City Park
LIVE music • Water Slides • Bouncy Houses • Food & Crafts • Drawings Pre-registration: To pre-register, go to www.cministries.info *To ensure a free t-shirt at the day of race, please pre-register* Registration will be begin at 7:00 am. Please arrive before 7:30 am to register so race can be ready to start at 8:00 am. Registration fee is a donation of $30 minimum.
Fireworks
Donated by: Liberty Gun & Loan
THE POLK COUNTY PULSE
Ye ars!
(SPONSORED BY AREA CHURCHES)
1st Drawing: Henry Golden Boy 30-30 2nd Drawing: Ruger .22 Magnum Bolt Action Rifle
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he Mena Barracuda swim team hosted their first home meet of the season Saturday, June 10. There were several divisions of swimmers for the meet including: 6 & Under Boys, 8 & Under Boys, 10 & Under Boys, 10 & Under Girls, 12 & Under Boys, 12 & Under Girls, Senior Girls, and Senior Boys. Listed below are the results in each division: 6 & Under Boys- Auden Woods; 3rd 25 Meter Freestyle. 8 & Under Boys- Ryan Jiang; 1st 25 Meter Backstroke, 3rd 50 Meter Backstroke, 1st 25 Meter Freestyle, 3rd 50 Meter Freestyle. Auden Woods; 4th 25 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 25 Meter Breaststroke, 5th Meter Backstroke. Malachi Lea; 4th 25 Meter Backstroke, 6th 25 Meter Freestyle. Ayden Dong; 5th 25 Meter Freestyle, 3rd 25 Meter Backstroke. 10 & Under Boys- Brenden Ricker; 1st 50 Meter Butterfly, 1st 50 Meter Backstroke, 1st 50 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 100 Meter Individual Medley. Brandon Dong; 2nd 50 Meter Freestyle, 3rd 50 Meter Breaststroke, 4th 50 Meter Backstroke. Andrew Erickson; 4th 50 Meter Freestyle. 10 & Under Girls- Moriah Lea; 4th 100 Meter Individual Medley, 8th 50 Meter Backstroke. Summer Nix; 7th 50 Meter Backstroke, 7th 50 Meter Freestyle. Jaeli Fields; 3rd 50 Meter Butterfly, 6th 50 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 50 Meter Freestyle, 1st 100 Meter Individual Medley. 12 & Under Boys- Anon Adams; 2nd 50 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 50 Meter Backstroke, 2nd 50 Meter Freestyle. 12 & Under Girls- Ranessa Ricker- 1st 50 Meter Butterfly, 1st 50 Meter Freestyle, 1st 100 Meter Individual Medley, 2nd 200 Meter Freestyle. Abigail Nance; 1st 50 Meter Backstroke, 1st 50 Meter Breaststroke, 2nd 50 Freestyle, 2nd 100 Meter Individual Medley. Jordan Mcbroom; 3rd 50 Meter Freestyle. 14 & Under GirlsTabitha Levering; 3rd 100 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 100 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 50 Meter Breaststroke, 3rd 50 Meter Freestyle. Allison Bates; 1st 50 Meter Butterfly, 1st 50 Meter Backstroke, 2nd 100 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 50 Meter Freestyle. Senior Boys- Brad Bates; 1st 100 Meter Butterfly, 2nd 100 Meter Breaststroke, 2nd 100 Meter Freestyle, 1st 200 Meter Freestyle. Ian Garrett; 2nd 100 Meter Butterfly, 3rd 100 Meter Breaststroke, 4th 100 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 50 Meter Freestyle. Caleb Bowers; 3rd 50 Meter Freestyle, 5th 100 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 100 Meter Backstroke. Matthew Nance; 4th 100 Meter Breaststroke, 3rd 100 Meter Freestyle, 1st 200 Meter Individual Medley, 1st 400 Meter Freestyle. Senior Girls- Lilly Garrett; 1st 100 Meter Butterfly, 1st 100 Meter Breaststroke, 1st 100 Meter Freestyle, 1st 50 Meter Freestyle. Emily Sorge; 1st 100 Meter Backstroke, 1st 400 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 100 Meter Freestyle, 2nd 50 Meter Freestyle. Cierra Metcalf; 4th 100 Meter Breaststroke, 3rd 50 Meter Freestyle.
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ustin Rose & Evan Graves, members of the Mena Basscat Bass Team, qualified and competed in the AYFA State Championship held this weekend at Dierks, Gilham, & DeQueen lakes. After the qualification days on Friday & Saturday, Austin & Evan fought their way into 5th place. The field was cut in half following the qualification days. Only 10 teams would make Championship Sunday on DeQueen Lake. Austin and Evan took 3rd place in the State Championship on Sunday.
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fter participating in several 7-on-7 camps across the state, the Mena Bearcat Football team is ready to take their talents north. June 23-24th the Bearcats will play in a USA Football 7-on-7 camp in Kansas City Missouri. The camp will be held in the raucous Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Kansas City Chiefs. Coach Harper will take 20-23 players to compete in the event and he is excited for his players, “We have competed well all summer in our team camps and I think that the boys will compete well here as well. Not only do they get to play against some of the best teams in the Midwest, they get the opportunity to play in an NFL stadium. Not too many of these kids would ever get that opportunity.” The tournament is hosted by USA Football, a national organization that builds these tournaments for high teams. Other host sites for the camps are New York, Alabama, California, and Texas just to name a few. Playing in this tournament will expose the Bearcat team to talent from surrounding states that will help them prepare for this upcoming season. “We are guaranteed January 6, 2016 to play five to six games while we are there before we enter the single elimination tournament. This is kind of exposure and competition only prepares us to play one of the toughest schedules in our conference this year,” remarks Harper. The team will start pool play Saturday around 9am and will play until 2pm. Afterwards, the single elimination tournament will consume the rest of the Saturday. In addition to playing in Arrowhead stadium, the football players will have some fun during the trip as well. While they drive up Friday, the team will stop in Joplin Missouri and visit the Missouri Southern campus where they will have lunch and visit with the football coaches. “That will give us a chance to rest on the way up and allows for a couple of our guys to be around some college coaches,” explains Coach Harper. Once arriving in Kansas City, the Bearcats and the other teams competing will have an opportunity to tour the stadium and football facilities. Look for an upcoming edition of the Pulse for follow up on the Bearcats and their 7-on7 camp in Kansas City.
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Thursday, June 22 • 7:00 a.m. until sold out – The Polk County Farmer’s Market is open next to the Mena Depot. • 10:30 a.m. – Gator & Friends will be performing at The Mena Senior Center. • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/Polk County will meet at Papa’s Mexican Café. Call Lisa Martin 216-3383 or Charles Pitman 216-4882 for more info. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3671 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. • 5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries building. • 5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s Meeting at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy, 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-2430297. • 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Family Life Center. Call 479-234-2297 for more information. • 6:00 p.m. – Live Country, Bluegrass and Gospel music in the Daisy Room at Janssen Ave Florist. • 7:00 p.m. – Amputee Support Group meets at First Christian Church. Call Laura at 479-385-5130 for more information. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. Friday, June 23 • 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room unless the roads are wet. Written tests are given at 1:00 p.m. • 12:00 p.m. – PCDC Board of Directors will meet in the MRHS Conference Room A. • 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South. • 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. - Gator & Friends will play at The American Legion in Acorn, admission $6. Potluck and 50-50 drawing, with door prizes. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping
Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. Saturday, June 24 • 7:00 a.m. until sold out – The Polk County Farmer’s Market is open next to the Mena Depot. • 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Overnight Snorkeling & Kayaking Campout Adventure – Cossatot River State Park. Cost is $75 per person. Must register by calling 870-385-2201. • ALL DAY – 16th Annual Hatfield Jubilee in June Celebration – Hatfield City Park • 12:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery will host The Art of Seasoning Cooking Class. Cost is $15 per person. Space is limited. Register by calling 479-394-3880. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-2430297 or 479-216-4606. Sunday, June 25 • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. 2:00 p.m. - Special Meeting of the Concord Cemetery Committee in the Concord Church Fellowship Hall. Everyone in Ink area with ties to the cemetery are encouraged to attend. • 2:00 p.m. – Feed the Critters, Cossatot River State Park – Natural Area. Meet at the Visitor Center. • 3:00 p.m. – Sulpher Springs Church meets at Sulpher Springs. • 5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. Monday, June 26 • 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – God’s Feeding Hands Mission Center will serve free Groceries & free Toiletry to the needy at 1200 Reeves Ave, Mena. • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 6:00 p.m. - Clarice’s Room of Hope group gathering will be held at 403 North Morrow St., Suite C. • 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 meeting at Limetree Restaurant. Meeting follows meal. • 6:00 p.m. – We The People Tea Party meets at Polk County Public Library
North Room. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Mena Elks Lodge meeting. All Elks are invited to attend. Tuesday, June 27 • 7:00 a.m. until sold out – The Polk County Farmer’s Market is open next to the Mena Depot. • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardener Community Men’s Breakfast 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. • 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Attorney General Mobile Office at the Mena-Polk County Senior Center: The mobile offices assist constituents with consumer-related issues in filing consumer complaints and providing information about scams, identity theft, fraud and other protections. • 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Prescription Drug Take-Back at the Mena-Polk County Senior Center. Authorities will be collecting prescription medicines, overthe-counter medicines, vitamins, pet medicines, medicated ointments and lotions, inhalers, liquid medicines in glass or leak-proof containers and medicine samples. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena St. Bring your current project and work with other artists. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3671 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield 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. • 7:00 p.m. – Al-Anon for the families of addicts and alcoholics meets at the ABC Club. • 7:00 p.m. – The Marine Corps League Detachment will meet at Lighthouse Fitness, 2011 Hwy. 71S, Mena. For more information, call 479-234-0769. • 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Bluegrass music at Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room.
• 7:30 p.m. – Mountain Meadow Masonic Lodge #218 will meet at the Hatfield Lodge. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043. Wednesday, June 28 • The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Mena at noon. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open. • 1:00 p.m. – Salvation Army assistance will be available until 4 p.m. • 5:45 p.m. - The Mena First United Methodist Church Kidz will meet. • 6:00 p.m. – Warriors for Christ will meet at the Southside Church of God. • 6:00 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries at Mena Church of God Hwy 88 East. • 6:15 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church hosts Discovery Kids – Kindergarten Thru 5th Grade; Collide Youth Ministry – 6th Thru 12th Grades; and Adult Bible Study. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-2164606 or 479-243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Inquiry classes into the Catholic Faith begins in the Parish Hall of St. Agnes Catholic Church at 203 8th St. No cost or obligation. Everyone is invited. Call 394-1017 or 3945655 for more info.
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POLK COUNTY BIRTHS
AT MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Megan and Eric Rowe, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 11th. Summer Carney and Logan Wright, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 11th. Oveta Rea and Matthew Hartin, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 13th. Marissa Johnston and Darrel Jones, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 14th. Catherine and Josie Thompson, of Parks, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 17th. Bennetta Morris and Ty Arnold, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 14th. Victoria and Steven Davis, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 16th.
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can also be dangerous if you are not prepared. Cope with the heat this summer and stay healthy and safe with these helpful tips. • Maintain your air conditioner. The last thing you need is a broken air conditioner on a hot day. Regular maintenance of your unit can help ensure it will work all summer long. The easiest, and perhaps most important maintenance task you can perform yourself is to clean or change the filter routinely. For more complicated tasks, you may wish to hire a professional technician. Likewise, you’ll want to be sure your car’s air conditioner is in good working order, particularly before a major road trip or heat wave. • Stay informed with accurate weather information. Accurate weather information is one of the best ways to make informed decisions and be prepared for daily outdoor activities, family vacations,
and travel plans. Consider a source recognized for its superior accuracy – the AccuWeather app can be a good go-to resource not only this summer, but yearround, to help keep you safe. It features AccuWeather MinuteCast, an exclusive minute-by-minute precipitation forecast for the next two hours specific to your exact GPS location. Plus, the app’s AccuWeather RealFeel feature lets you know how it actually feels outside so you can properly plan for outdoor summer activities and the day ahead – from what to pack to what to wear. If you’re constantly on the go, don’t worry, because the app delivers severe weather push alert notifications that can help keep you safe and better prepared for anything that comes your way. The award-winning AccuWeather app is available on all of Android mobile devices, as well as on iOS, for free. • Know what to wear. During the summer, lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing can make all the difference to your comfort. The less fabric you have actually touching your body, the
cooler you will be. • Schedule outdoor activities carefully. During periods of intense heat, stay indoors and, if at all possible, remain in an air-conditioned location. If your home does not have air conditioning, consider going to a shopping mall or public library for a few hours – spending time in air conditioning will help your body stay cooler once you go back out into the elements. Limit your outdoor activities to morning and evening hours when it’s cooler. • Stay hydrated. Summer fun often means being outdoors, but listen to your body and take breaks to rest, rehydrate and cool off. Bring water or a sports drink with you when you are exercising, at the pool or even just making your way around town. Make sure to avoid alcohol and caffeine, as they can quickly dehydrate you. With up-to-the-minute knowledge at your fingertips and the right preparation, you will be ready to cope with heat and all weather conditions the summer season brings.
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Reverend Donley Hesse - A Student of the Word M
BY LOGAN MCCOURTNEY
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artin Luther, one of the great men that led the protestant reformation 500 years ago, was wrapped up in ministering the Bible to those around him. He desired that the common man could know God through the Scriptures. He once said this about the Bible, “The Bible is alive, it speaks to me; it has feet, it runs after me; it has hands, it lays hold of me.” This type of thinking characterized Martin Luther and centuries later, another gospel minister, Reverend Donley Hesse. Donley is originally from Minnesota where his dad was a farmer. Like most farm boys growing up he had chores and jobs he had to tend to on the farm. “I milked the cows and put up hay everyday,” recalls Donley with a smile. While growing up, he sensed through different situations God’s leading into pastoral ministry. “I first sensed that call when I was 16. My cousin was a pastor and I received encouragement from people around me. One particular Sunday, a family member was absent from church and when they asked what the sermon was about, I started to tell them and I realized I was telling them almost word for word. They encouraged me that ministry may be something I would be good in.” After high school, Donley attended college in St. Paul. This is where he would begin his ministerial training and began his learning in what he feels to be the most important subject, the original languages. “The Bible was originally written in Greek and Hebrew and so I started then to learn the languages so that I could get back to the root of the word. I also studied German during this time as well,” explains Donley. After leaving Minnesota, he would attend seminary at Concordia in St. Louis, Missouri where he would graduate in 1957 and receive his first call to serve Calvary Lutheran Church in Rosemount, Nebraska. It was in his first pastorate that Donley would meet his wife, Lois Osten. The pastor would continue his pastoral ministry for the next 60 years. He would serve congregations in Nebraska, Minnesota, and South Dakota before moving to Mena in 1994. Upon arriving in Mena, he and Lois served at Trinity Lutheran Church. Donley Weekly Publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .would . . . . . shepherd . . . . . . . . .the . . . flock .............................................................. and preach at Trinity for 15 years. He retired from the gospel ministry in 2009 and since has been active at the Mena Senior Center and has continued to be a faithful member of Trinity. Among his favorite things to do in retirement is to continue studying the Bible, “I daily refresh myself in the languages and work through books of the Bible. I would encourage any young pastor that he should do the same,” says Donley with a smile. Trinity Lutheran Church is going to honor Reverend Hesse on his 85th birthday and celebrate his 60th Anniversary of his ordination at their Sunday worship service, June 25th beginning at 10:00am. The worship service will be followed by a reception and potluck dinner in the fellowship hall. There will sure to be smiling faces of friends and family alike celebrating the life of service, “I have greatly enjoyed Mena and the people here. They have been so wonderful.” All are welcome to join the celebration of Donley’s life this Sunday. Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 1010 DeQueen Street in Mena.
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Corner Shoppe- Perfect Main Street Combination L
BY LOGAN MCCOURTNEY
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ife is all about finding the right combinations. Whether it is making your favorite dish in the kitchen, building a sports team to win, or establishing a strong marriage, they all take the right combinations to make everything work. Every now and then, two different businesses are able to exist together under the same roof and it is great. This is the case with one of Mena’s newest store fronts that is home to Pony Express Printing and the Corner Shoppe. Owner Kathy Burks considers it the perfect set up for this mom and daughter duo. The Corner Shoppe is on the south end of Mena Street next to ReMax/Mena Real Estate. Realty. The building has been owned by Kathy for 10 years and there have been a couple of businesses previously in the space. Kathy herself had a local business, Kathy’s Home Décor, but had taken a break and was now looking to start something a little different. “There was an opportunity to buy Pony Express because the previous owner was retiring and at the same time the Front Porch Antiques and Flea Market closed. It was a perfect storm and an opportunity to try something new,” explains Kathy. As she was making plans to transition some of the same attractions from the Front Porch to the new store people were encouraging her to rent out space for vendors. “I took people’s advice and we opened up part of the store for vendors. We have been full since day one and have several people on a waiting list.” There are a variety of items for sale that will meet a wide range of interests of customers. Currently, there are 21 vendors renting out space in the building. Some vendors have rented a few shelves and others have floor space and a booth set up. “We have a big variety for anyone that is coming in. There is new clothing along with antiques and things you would find at a flea market.” The Corner Shoppe carries a lot of the farmhouse and vintage décor that is loved by so many today. Along with what is typically expected at a store like the Corner Shoppe, jams & jellies, bread mixes and spices, essential oils, and soaps and lotions are available. In addition to the diverse selection of items and gifts, florals are also available for customers. “We have a floral designer who designs and creates the arrangements. Florals for funerals, memorial sprays, wreaths, and table top arrangements are all things that can be prepared for customers,” says Kathy. In addition to those who might be shopping for antiques or looking for a gift for a friend, customers will realize that Pony Express Printing shares the same space. “Many people may not know that Pony Express is still open, but we are and we want to have the opportunity to take care of people’s printing needs,” Kathy says with a smile. Kathy is able to take care of printing needs for businesses and personal use. From business cards to party invitations, Pony Express is fully capable to meet any need. “When we took over the business, we wanted to continue the tradition the previous owner had created. Our goal is to provide good work at reasonable prices. The previous graphic designer still does work for us, we are trying to stay as consistent for customers as possible,” recalls Kathy. Kathy and her daughter, Ashley, enjoy the variety of printing work that is available to them and they want customers to know that they can really take care of any printing need. “We can do copies, faxing, business cards, binding, invitations, and so much more. One of the things we enjoy the most is that we have the ability to print banners for people. We can make banners for a variety of things, including birthday parties,” says Kathy proudly. Trusting Pony Express with any printing need also provides a local printer advantage to customers with a quick turn around. “We had somebody come in the other day that was heading to business meetings and realized they ran out of business cards. We were able to turn around and get the cards printed so that they could get on the road. That kind of service can’t be provided if customers don’t print locally. I take it seriously when people trust us with their printing needs and I want to do my best to take care of whatever they need as quickly as I can.” The Corner Shoppe and Pony Express Printing are locally owned, which means familiar faces and great service. “I want people to feel like we care about them when they come in. Whether they are shopping and looking for a gift or they have printing needs, we want them to come see us.” To see all the wonderful items in the Corner Shoppe, stop by 822 Mena Street or call 479-3216-8911. For information about printing services, or to place an order, call 479-394-7377 or visit ponyexpress-printing.com. Kathy can also be reached at ponyprint@gmail.com.
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Don’t Let Your Wireless Bill Ruin Your Big Trip (StatePoint) Travel can be rife with inconvenience, from delayed flights to lost luggage and more. And the high cost of staying connected via mobile devices is an additional headache for a growing number of travelers, especially those with international adventures ahead. This summer travel season, T-Mobile and research firm GfK released a new study that shows Americans’ reliance on their smartphones and how potentially pricey travel could be for those who don’t understand the costs of international roaming. The study found that 69 percent of Americans take their smartphone when they leave the country, and travelers are willing to make extreme tradeoffs for connectivity and the ability to maintain contact with friends and family. Indeed, more than half (55 percent) of Americans would rather lose their luggage than their smartphone, and two thirds (66 percent) of Americans would trade their preferred seat on a plane to ensure they have their cell phone when traveling abroad. While people plan for the cost of hotels, airfare and other travel expenses, they can sometimes underestimate the cost of connectivity while traveling if they are not careful. To help you prepare for the busy travel season ahead, T-Mobile is offering tips to make sure you and your family can stay connected without coming home to an outrageous wireless bill. • Know your plan. Shockingly, 6 in 10 survey respondents (59 percent) confessed to not knowing what their international plan rates were. Considering that the average week abroad for a family of four can be more than $7,000 if you don’t plan ahead, this could be a major setback when you return from that fun vacation! In order to avoid bill shock, seek out a plan that helps eliminate unexpected expenses. For example, T-Mobile www.unionbankofmena.com ONE is designed with passport-holders in mind and automatically includes texting and data at no additional cost in more than 140 countries and destinations. And if you travel to Mexico and Canada a lot, you’ll be happy to know that high-speed data in those countries is included. To learn more about the plan offerings, visit t-mobile.com. • Use data to your advantage. Fifty eight percent of survey respondents reported being worried about not knowing the language in a foreign country and 66 percent are worried about getting lost. With the right carrier, and access to unlimited data, your phone can break down these barriers for you! Make sure you have the apps you need and a plan that lets you utilize those apps for everything from maps and navigation to translation technology. • Use Wi-Fi when you can. If you don’t have a data friendly travel plan, put your phone in airplane mode and only use Wi-Fi when it’s available. You won’t be alone. Staying connected is such a concern that one in five (21 percent) smartphone users reported going to Ginger Sterner Financial Advisor extreme measures, like eating at a restaurant they didn’t like, just to use the Wi-Fi, or even illegally pirating strangers’ Wi-Fi connec501c Hwy 71 North Mena, AR 71953 tions! 479-394-7940 So, take your family somewhere exciting this travel season and don’t forget your smartphones! You’ll be glad you have them while traveling, particularly if you take steps to keep your bill in-check. www.edwardjones.com
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The Art of Seasoning BY JULIE VANDE ZANDE
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n June 24, at noon, Mena Art Gallery will offer a cooking class conducted by Barbara Tobias. The class will include lunch, recipes, and lots of ideas on seasoning with herbs and spices. Many of you have attended Barbara’s classes on making bread, and this is an opportunity to broaden your cooking skills. Often, the difference between “blah” and “wow” is knowing which herb will make green beans taste great even to carnivores, or which spice helps carrots inspire a desire for a second helping. And for those of you who have been told by your doctor to reduce your salt intake, it is a chance to pick up ideas for making food tasty even with less salt. Barbara says she is still experimenting with recipes that will best showcase what you can do with herbs and spices. There will be recipes for everything served and a couple of herb samples from Barbara’s herb garden. Cost will be $15 per person; to register, please call the gallery at 479234-3104. Or stop by the gallery at 607 Mena Street and see some great visual art while you’re at it. The Annual Photography Show is on display with some beautiful work from photographers all across Arkansas.
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four-session beginners’ knitting class will start with an hour-and-a-half class on Saturday, July 1 at 1:00 pm. If you have never knitted before (but it’s one of those things you’ve always thought you would enjoy doing), this is your chance to
learn. Missy Williams, who leads the weekly fiber arts group at the gallery, is an accomplished knitter and can show you step-bystep what you need to do. The class will begin with how to cast on (that’s getting the stitches on the needles) and go on to “knit” and “purl” which are the two basic stitches on which everything else builds, whether you are creating a hat, a lace scarf, or a sweater. After you are comfortable with the basics, Missy will show you how to put them together and follow written instructions to create a scarf in the basketweave pattern. It’s one of those things that looks complicated and is actually very easy. From there, she will go on to bring you up to speed on what sorts of yarn you would select for which project and why. If you already have needles and yarn, that will be all you need to get started. If not, the gallery can order what you will need for when you register for the series of classes. Cost will be $20 for the four classes plus the supplies (yarn and needles). After you complete your first project, you can either go ahead on your own or select one of the intermediate or advanced classes that the gallery will offer. We can only handle about a dozen people in the class in order to be able to give each participant individual attention as needed, so be sure to get your reservation in early. Call the gallery at 479-394-3880 during regular gallery hours: 11 am to 2 pm Tuesdays or 10 am to 3 pm Wednesdays through Fridays.
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BY LEANN DILBECK
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he cast and crew of OLT’s upcoming fall production of Hamlet have been announced. Playing the lead as Hamlet will be Alex Atchley with Logan Sweeten as the understudy. The rest of the cast are as follows: January 6, 2016 Ophelia- Alexa Night, Tara Cornelius (understudy); Queen Gertrude- Kaitlyn Haines, Jane Buttermilk (understudy); King Claudius- Justin Fenwick, Kevin Loyd (understudy); Polonius- Bruce Bills; Laertes- Cody Gee, Elijah Barnes (understudy); Ghost- Scotty Jenkins; Horatio- Tyler Lane; Rosencrantz- Ian Cameron; Guildenstern- Justin Richmond; Marcellus- Chris Beaver; Bernardo- Keith Graves; Francisco- Annie Baker; Osric- Malcolm Moe; Grave Diggers- Kara O' Donnel, Heather Wilson; Courtiers, Nobles, and Attendants- Pamela Cost, Mary Neese, Lea Grant, Abby Langin, Jackie Biard, Melanie Wade, Brittany Ducote, Kristie Kenyon, Kammie Sweeten, Eva McCallister, Morgan Caldwell, Beth Coogan, Laura Saunstaire, Julie Moe, Angel Moe, Tia Moe, Morgan Richmond, McKayla Lane; Stage Manager- MaKayla Kenyon-Ortiz. Director Brad Storey commented after releasing the name of the cast members, “Probably the hardest job that directors have is selecting a cast from many qualified actors. This was especially true after our auditions for "Hamlet". We had 42 people try out for 16 roles. We had to bypass many candidates, mostly for the two women's roles, who would have been very good on our stage. We added five understudies, and while it makes it more difficult to schedule rehearsal times, it gives 5 more people the opportunity to learn these major roles.” Story said that directors have taken a chance by auditioning early. “We want to give everyone the time to work on their lines over the summer, otherwise who knows? Seven weeks may have been too short a time to learn them, especially for the larger roles.” Rehearsals will begin Monday, August 28th.
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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 June 11, 2017 Johnny Howard, 53, of Mena was charged with public intoxication. A Mena woman reported that her purse had been stolen from her vehicle while she was in a local restaurant. Case is pending. A Mena woman reported that her cell phone and purse were missing from her vehicle. Case is pending. June 12, 2017 Report was taken of a custodial parent saying the non-custodial parent would not return the child home. No charges were filed at the request of the complainant. June 13, 2017 Mariah Fender, 41, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant. Vicky Lee Franz, 53, of Mena was charged with public intoxication after officers were called to a local address regarding an intoxicated woman who refused to leave the residence. Report was taken of an attempted break-in at a local residence. Case is pending interview of suspect and further investigation. June 14, 2017 John Joe Mejia, 42, of Mena was arrested on a felony larceny warrant from Houston, Texas. Matthew Warren Hackworth, 32, of Mena was charged with battery after a complaint by a resident. June 15, 2017 William Patee, 23, Adam Bailey, 30, Joshua Gregory, 20, Seth Caughern, 19, all of Mena were charged with possession of marijuana. A 17-year-old Mena youth was charged with possession of schedule VI controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. Case was referred to juvenile authorities. Ian Murphy, 21, of Mena was charged with public intoxication and possession of drug paraphernalia. Eric Thacker, 29, of Mena was arrested and charged with public intoxication, theft of property, and two counts of felony breaking or entering after officers were called to a local residence. Isaac Cain, 23, of Mena was charged with felony battery after an investigation. June 16, 2017 Brandon Rose, 19, of Mena was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license. June 17, 2017 Timothy Robertson, 30, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding felony warrant. Rodney Morrison, 31, of Mena was charged with violation of an order of protection and possession of schedule VI controlled substance.
Polk County Sheriff’s Department June 12, 2017 Report from a county facility on Hickory Avenue in Mena of vandalism done to the building. Investigation continues. Arrested was Christopher D. Gortemiller, 49, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with Child and Sex Offender Reporting Requirements. Report from an employee at the Polk County Courthouse of an individual with suspicious behavior led to the arrest of Michael S. Hook, 57, of Mena, on a Charge of Public Intoxication. Report from complainant on School Street in Cove of the theft of a weedeater, valued at $80.00. Investigation continues. Request for assistance from an ambulance service on Highway 375 West near Mena. Deputy responded. Request for a welfare check on Polk 26 near Hatfield. Deputy responded. Arrested was Jeffery D. Parnell, 56, of Mena, on three Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order. Arrested was Jaylon R. Parnell, 19, of Hatfield, on Charges of Theft by Receiving, Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card and Leaving the Scene of an Accident. June 13, 2017 Report of a domestic disturbance on Highway 8 East near Mena. Deputies responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report of an ATV accident on Polk 151 near Hatfield. Report from complainant on West Johnson Street in Hatfield of an individual that refused to return money to them. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Polk 647 near Ink of stolen and forged checks. Investigation continues. Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Guy F. Jaycox, 33, of Wickes, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance with Purpose to Deliver. June 14, 2017 Report from complainant on Polk 24 near Cove of the break-in and theft of prescription medication, valued at $30.00. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Polk 67 near Cherry Hill of damage done to a fence by a vehicle. June 15, 2017 Report from complainant on Buttercup Lane near Acorn of vandalism done to a residence. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Highway 71 North near Mena of suspicious behavior led to the arrest of Zackery W. Benson, 24, of Mena, on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct. Report from Mena Regional Health System of a battery victim. Deputy responded. Investi-
gation continues. Arrested was Brandon L. Everett, 26, of Mena, on a Warrant for Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. Arrested by an officer with the Arkansas State Police was Donald R. Brown, 46, of Waldron, on Charges of Simultaneous Possession of Drugs and Firearms, Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance, Registration and Licensing Violations and Physical Qualifications Violation. Also arrested was Justin S. Claunts, 34, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of a Schedule VI Controlled Substance. Arrested was Timothy J. Robertson, 30, of Hackett, on a Warrant for Probation Violation. June 16, 2017 Report of a disturbance on Polk 76 East near Mena. Deputy responded. June 17, 2017 Arrested was Kimberly J. Smith, 56, of Mena, on a Warrant for Theft of Public Benefits. Arrested was Brandon S. Riddle, 25, of Cove, on a Warrant for Endangering the Welfare of a Minor 1st Degree. Arrested was Zeke W. Jones, 24, of Mena,
on a Body Attachment Warrant. Arrested was Scotty W. McCauley, 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Harassment. Report from a Mena woman of inappropriate conduct with a minor. Investigation continues. Report from complainants on Polk 188 and Polk 76 East near Acorn of damage done to several mailboxes. Investigation continues. June 18, 2017 Arrested was Miranda R. Harris, 37, of Cove, on a Warrant for Forgery. Arrested was Neisha F. Wikel, 24, of Cove, on two Warrants for Failure to Appear. Report from a Mena woman of problems regarding child custody exchange. Report from a business on Polk 74 near Mena of an alarm being sounded. Investigation determined there was no foul play. Report from complainant on Heritage Lane near Hatfield of individuals riding on the hood of a car. Investigation continues. Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 27 Incarcerated Inmates, with 7 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.
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Dan’s Pawn Shop is closing. All pawned items must be picked up by June 23rd. Almost everything in the store is 20% off. 100 Hwy 71 S at 1st Street, Mena. 479-3945515. 6/21 Rabbits for sale. Rabbits fertilize for sale as well. Goats & horses for sale. 870-450-1606 or 870-326-5584. 6/21 Brodix, Inc. is accepting applications for an experienced CNC Machine Operator. Applications may be picked up at the Brodix office, located at 301 Maple in Mena, for 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Competitive starting wages with benefits available. Notice to Applicants: Screening tests for alcohol and illegal drug use may be required before hiring and during your employment. 7/5 Community Wide Yard Sales at Yocana. Several families will have sales. Watch for signs on Hwy 88 E June 23 & and 24th. 6/21 Fraternal Order of Eagles Family Fun Cookout – 4th of July, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Open mic from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Watermelon & water balloons are involved. 479-3942887. 6/28 Clean and comfortable housing since 1969, J. Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals. Hwy 71 North, Mena, AR. 479-216-3085 TFN Mena Sound Company – Sound systems with professional technician. Small to medium large live shows. Indoor or Outdoor (weather permitting) Reasonable Rates. Rick Gerard 479-394-1617. 6/28
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House For Sale, 5 acres – 3 bedroom, 2 full bath with office space. Laundry room, Large walk-in pantry. Call for more details, 394-6429. 6/21
Garage Sale – 310 7th St. Friday-Saturday, 23rd – 24th. Lots of cookware & glassware, furniture, clothing and more! 6/21
Fresh sweet corn for sale!! Thursday and Friday, June 22 & 23 until sold out! Proceeds go towards the Dwayne Morris Scholarship Fund! Hwy 71 South of Mena where the 4 lane ends. 6/21
For Sale: Gun safe, cash register, 8 camera surveillance systems, wooden desk, bullet-proof glass and steel enclosure, large shopsmith dust collector, flashing sign/letters, quarter sliding game and various signs to be picked up after June 23, 2017. Dan’s Pawn Shop 479-394-5515. 6/21
Book Sale – Friday, 23rd. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. One block behind Bowser Funeral Home on Rodeo Drive. Family Saga’s (3 to 7 books in a series) Authors from USA, England, Australia, New Zealand, and Africa. Antique books with hand painted illustrations. Instructional DVD’s by National Geographic Master Photographer. Prices from $2 to $10. 6/21 House Cleaning and more. Call Winnie Cotter at 2343418. 7/5 Reward: Lost on N. Adams in Mena, small gray cat with green eyes. If found or seen call 479-243-7923.7/5 J&N Dozer- Trackhoe, Backhoe, Dump Truck, Ponds, Pads, Clearing, Roads, Hauling, Rich Top Soil, Fill Dirt, Shale, Gravel. Dozer operator Randy Egger, over 30 years’ experience. We appreciate your Business! Call 479-234-1357 TFN Dugan Lawn Care and Landscaping a complete ground maintenance company servicing both residential and commercial lots in Polk, Sevier, and Scott County. Call for a free estimate on any of your lawn care or landscaping needs. 479-394-2699. TFN
Backhoe and concrete work. Licensed – dependable. Over 30 experience William J. (Jack) Barnes. 479-3946175. 6/21 Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting, home repair, decks, fence rows, underpinning, etc. Also lawn and garden work. Call 479-216-1101 or 479-216-2299. 6/21 Moving Sale: Couches, full & queen size bedroom sets. Bunk beds, sheets, household items, plus size women’s and kid’s clothing. 4021 Hwy 88 E, June 23 & 24th. 6/21 DVDs $1.00 – 10 or More. Retirement Sale. Dan’s Pawn Shop. 100 Hwy 71 S at 1st Street, Mena. 6/21
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