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Historic Depot Receiving Overdue Roof Repairs

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BY MELANIE BUCK Work continues this week on the roof of the historic 1920 Kansas City-Southern Depot in Mena in an effort to complete the project before yet another weather related delay occurs. The project has been delayed twice after the area received record rainfalls.

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Leaks & Sludge Removal Topics for Water Utility

BY MELANIE BUCK Mena Water Utilities held their monthly meeting Monday evening and discussed several topics including more water loss and a possible leak finder program.

Among those topics was discussion of a geotube to be placed at the water treatment plant pending approval from the Ark. Dept. of Health CONTINUED ON PAGES 10

Mena Represented Well at State

TEAM ROCK, a team of national champion martial arts experts recently thrilled audiences at Janssen Park with their highflying, jaw-dropping performances that showcased an extraordinary display of martial arts skills and theatrics.

The group was brought in by the First Christian Church of Mena and served during two weeks of childrens and teen summer camps besides providing the free community performance in Janssen Park.

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BY MELANIE BUCK Mena High School had five athletes chosen to represent the Bearcats and Ladycats for the honorable distinction of All Arkansas Preps.

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette’s All Arkansas Preps celebrates high school athletes from CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

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A NOTE FROM THE

We’ve all met those people that are their own worst enemy… heck, we may have even been that person at one time or another. The word ego doesn’t have a positive connotation to it at all but is actually simply defined as a person’s sense of self-esteem or self-importance. The issue comes when that ego becomes self-inflated. There’s a very fine line between having self-confidence and being the ego-centered person that is unable to be open to other’s ideas or able to take correction.

There are those whose ego proceeds them by a mile before they enter the room and those are easy to identify but if we are not careful, there are other subtle ways that our ego can set us up to not reach our full potential, cause discourse, and destroy creativity and relationships. So, in a very delicate way, I suggest – get over yourself.

The first destructive way is by dawning your helmet, shoulder pads, and jersey to try to be the next “Mean Joe” Green steel curtain of life in defending your turf. We’ve all served with people in one capacity or another that are always the smartest people in the room – the expert at all things L-I-F-E – and there’s no need for anyone to contribute because regardless of what the issue is, they have the answer… and when they think someone is encroaching on their area of expertise (which is vast), they feel a very strong need to defend and protect their voice or role. Being open to new ideas or reaching a compromise is not their goal but rather to dominate and defeat. Some are more obvious than others bulldogging their way through but others are much more cunning.

They confuse the situation with countless questions in an effort to illustrate their way is the only way.

These people usually appear so strong it’s challenging to recognize that their ego is fueled by insecurities that scream to them that they have to defend in order to protect their role or contribution. Being confident in your own abilities says “I can help get this right” while the ego driven person is touting, “I can do no wrong.” That is an incredibly different mindset.

And on the opposite end of the spectrum and difficult to recognize as ego are the “victims.” That is the ego that is similar to the kid in the sandbox who doesn’t like how the game is being played because they feel ignored and take their toys and slink to a different sandbox in search of getting the recognition they feel they deserve. This kind of disengagement impedes the goal with attitudes of, “if they’re not going to listen to my ideas, why waste my time!” It’s just as destructive as the defensive player who tries to bull doze through because it boils down to the fact that your ego is telling you that you can do no wrong and your idea is the only idea. When that is coupled with a strong need for the credit and recognition, you have all the ingredients for an adult bully.

It takes a secure person to be open-minded to new ideas or to nurture a compromise between two distinct ways of thinking. The ego-driven person so often thrives on pitting groups or individuals against each other rather than finding common ground in which to build. There are certainly those issues that require us as Christians to draw a line and choose a side but more often than not, we can show the loving character of Christ by showing humility and grace to others, Philippians 2:3.

We can graciously agree to disagree and not alienate ourselves, and others, for differing views. There’s no need to create a “great divide” but rather focus on the commonalities that are not destructive in nature. Hebrews 12:14 – Strive for peace with everyone and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.

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Beta Sigma Phi made a donation to Dog Tired Ranch. Dog Tired Ranch is a 501c3, dedicated as a Living memorial to Kristi Gwen O’Pry...and since 2007 have adopted over 1700 dogs! Founder and President, Janet Dodson rescues homeless dogs from five area shelters, as well as from breeders and Mena’s general public. Due to pet over population, 1400 dogs have been transported to loving families in the Northeastern states. Janet and her husband, Bobby, are gettting older and would like to find homes particularly for some of the sweet, but overlooked dogs at the shelter. Please visit DTR online for more details www. dogtiredranch.com or call Janet at 479-394-2524.

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Mena Public Schools Undergoing Personnel Changes

BY MELANIE BUCK As of last week, the Mena School Board and Superintendent Benny Weston had accepted four resignations from personnel and hired or transferred several others in preparations for the 20152016 school year.

Chad Frost and Camryn Mitchell turned in their resignations, while Mysti Gates resigned from only her school newspaper advisor position but will continue in her other normal duties, and Hannah Powell resigned from 8th & 9th grade cheer, and will also continue her other duties.

Under transfers, Todd Coogan transferred from 7th grade social studies to AE Director; Perry Curry’s days increased in his custodial duties from 182 days to 250 days; Tisha White transfers from an HHE paraprofessional to HHE classroom; Lynn Ashley moved to 7th grade social studies; Kristy Hall from Louise Durham to 6th grade Social Studies; Sarah Bentley moved to 1st grade; Mandy Maddox moved to Kindergarten; Amy Dollar moved to 2nd grade; Janie Lynch to 5th grade Math; Hollie Montgomery to 5th grade Literacy; Paula Cox to 3rd grade Literacy; Andy Philpot will be the school newspaper advisor; Mika Hooper will be the 8th and 9th grade cheer coach; and Vicky Maye will transfer from Holly Harshman Counselor to the District Dyslexia Interventionist, District Test Coordinator, and District Parental Involvement position.

Weston explained that there was a new law passed this year that requires schools to now have a dyslexia interventionist, which is a district wide position. There will be two more personnel that will work with Maye as interventionists. Diane Richardson will take Maye’s place as HHE Counselor.

The Holly Harshman Elementary Principal torch has been passed from Paulette Sherrer to Tamara Smart. “Paulette is now the Federal Programs and Instructional Specialist for all buildings and the Compliance Administrator, for federal and state, from a building level that will transfer into a district level. She’s going to be in all buildings and CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

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she’ll still be able to spread her cheer,“ said Weston. “Tamara is going to do a wonderful job.

She was chosen by a committee of her peers and it was an unanimous decision.”

New hires coming into Mena Public Schools will be Rachel McDaniel as 6th grade Literacy teacher; Christy Harrison, HHE Special Education; Jonathan Bates, Head Baseball and Secondary Science at Mena High; Candice Bates, LD Special Education; Tawana Ricker, Paraprofessional at LD; Rachel Bowling, Paraprofessional at LD Pre-K; Patricia Jackson, Literacy at Mena High; Lisa Standridge, Special Education and Literacy at Mena High; Landon Dover, Assistant Jr. and Sr. Football and Track; Teresa Warner, Math, Mena High; and Randy Peters, Cross Country Coach and Assistant Basketball and Baseball Coach.

“Every year, we go into this time of year, looking at ways to get better, and ways to help our district, and I ask all principals and those that are involved in the hiring process to always look for ways to make us better. As we hire new positions, we look at other ways that we can transfer people and have more opportunities to make us more solid than we already are,” said Weston.

Mena School Builds Sidewalk to Connect Campuses

BY MELANIE BUCK

Mena School Superintendent Benny Weston said that new sidewalks that can be seen running in front of school property on South Morrow Street are part of a $60,000 grant that was applied for several years ago. Weston explained that the state gives Sidewalks to Schools grants and that it takes time for the grants to come through.

The new sidewalks will create a safer environment for pedestrians, especially students, and will also connect Mena High School, Mena Middle School, and Holly Harshman Elementary campuses.

The sidewalk will connect and create a path that goes all the way down the front of the high school and middle school parking lot, turning north on Morrow running in front of the middle school and Bearcat Stadium, and then on to Holly Harshman.

The school is thankful for the grant and glad to see the project come to fruition.

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Depot Roof

Private Nicholas Rose, 19, of Mena, Ark. graduated from United States Marine Corps boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on June 12.

Pvt. Rose successfully completed 13 weeks of intensive basic training at MCRD San Diego as one of 307 men assigned to Fox Company, 2nd Battalion. While in recruit training Pvt. Rose achieved ranking as an honor graduate and also obtained the highest rank as an Expert Marksman.

Following ten days home on leave, Pvt. Rose will report to Camp Pendleton for nine weeks in Infantry Training. He is the son of Kent and Julie Rose.

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There is a grant period attached to the project and the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program’s fiscal year ends on June 30th so they were hoping the project would have been completed by Monday, June 22.

There has been concern among the Depot Commission that if the project was not completed by June 22, that the AHPP would not extend the grant period. Upon completion of the project, it will be inspected by City Inspector Frank Meade.

The City of Mena approved Covington Roofing Company of Conway to replace the roof of the Depot early on in 2015. Nabholz Construction Services is the construction management company for design services and assists the city in coordinating plans and specifications to identify contractors familiar with and experienced in repair and renovation work on historic buildings. Nabholz had predicted the cost of the depot roof project to be $268,000, assuming all worst-case scenarios. However, after further examination of the building, the original cost was lowered by a significant amount. Executing a Change Order at February’s City Council meeting, Resolution 1315 passed unanimously revising the total amount of construction costs down to $89,978 and allowing the contract for the roof project to be awarded to Covington Roofing.

In July of 2014, the Mena Depot Commission, through the City of Mena, received a $50,000 Historic Preservation Grant to restore the roof, and soffit and fascias at the Depot. Mena Mayor George McKee had stressed that the matching grant received was contingent upon the City matching it with $25,000. He said the City was able to obtain a portion of the needed match through the state’s General Improvement Fund. Serving on the local Depot Commission are Tiffany Lane, Steve Mosley, LeAnn Dilbeck, and Vicki Agee, and Tim Masters.

The Arkansas Historic Preservation Program, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, awarded $2,043,454 in grants for projects in 33 Arkansas counties last July - including Polk County - through its County Courthouse Restoration Subgrant, Historic Preservation Revitalization Grant, Certified Local Government Subgrant and Main Street Downtown Revitalization Grant programs.

“We’re glad to finally get the repairs made. It’s a historic building and we don’t want to let it deteriorate,” said McKee.

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Local Amateur Radio Operators Take Part in National Field Day Event

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The Amateur Radio operators or ‘Hams’ as they are called, from Mena and the surrounding region will join thousands of other operators to show off their emergency capabilities this weekend at the Fire Tower on Rich Mountain.

Over the past year, the news has had many reports of ham radio operators providing critical communications during unexpected emergencies in towns across America, including wildfires, winter storms, and tornadoes. During these events, Ham Radio was often the only way people could initially communicate. Hundreds of volunteer operators traveled south to help save lives and property during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Internationally, Hams played significant roles in both the Haiti earthquake and the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Locally, Hams were involved in the Mena tornado of 2009, as well as the 2010 flooding in Albert Pike campground. These activities reinforce their slogan, “When All Fails, Ham Radio Works.”

The annual National Field Day event is the climax of Amateur Radio Week and is sponsored by the ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio. Using only emergency power supplies, Ham operators will construct emergency stations in parks, shopping malls, schools, and backyards around the country.

With the widespread use of the Internet and cell phones today, Amateur Radio is often thought of as an obsolete or dying activity, however, it is far from it. Many amateur operators now communicate via digital forms of radio and take advantage of technologies such as satellites and GPS. In fact, Hams continue to innovate and push the very boundaries of electronic communication.

Mena’s mayor, George McKee, signed a proclamation making June 21-27, Amateur Radio Week in Mena.

The Ouachita Amateur Radio Association will be holding Field Day activities on June 27th and 28th. They invite the public to join them on Saturday, June 28, from 1p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Fire Tower on Rich Mountain to see the new capabilities, meet local Hams, and enjoy their hospitality. This year, the event will be powered by solar and wind energy. They said that some folks will be allowed to get on the air. To learn more about Amateur Radio, go to www.emergency-radio.org The Ouachita Society of the Martial Arts was welcomed into the Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, June 18, with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

OSMA teaches several styles of martial arts classes, five days a week.

OSMA is owned by Bill and Wendy Scott, and is located at 800 Highway 71 South in Mena.

James Carnathan and Cecil Boyd hitting the airwaves at the Ouachita Amateur Radio Association’s trailer on Field Day, June 2014.

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Final Weekend for Ouachita Little Theatre’s Charlotte’s Web

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BY JESSICA KROPP This will be the final weekend for the Junior Ouachita Little Theatre’s performance of Charlotte’s Web, based on a Newbery award winning children’s classic of the same name. Wilbur, who is played by Jerrin Parsons, saved in his first few hours of life by the young Fern (Ella George) simply longs to have companionship and that search leads him to finding hope and joy in this tale of friendship, love, life, and death. This beloved tale is for the whole family and is brought to life by young talents ranging in ages from 5-18. The admission is $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors.

The shows are: June 26-28, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

Other notable characters include Charlotte (Amanda Wiggins), who leads the cast of animals to care about Wilbur and persuades Mr. Zuckerman (Brynn Harvey) by her words to spare Wilbur, and Templeton (Gabriel Jackson), who comically tries not to care at all for anyone but himself. Besides the awesome cast of 35 young students, we have some great crew members including Logan Sweeten on costumes who just graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a theatre degree and Allison Austin on makeup, costume assistant, and web design, who is currently working on her musical theatre degree at Ouachita Baptist University.

The director Jessica Kropp, who is the Theatre teacher at Mena High School, is no stranger to the OLT stage. She has been busy this year as Vernadette in Dixie Swim Club and designing and running lights for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Kropp says, “This show has been a joy to work on. I have great kids and an awesome crew backstage and in the light and sound booth, and Justin Fenwick created one of the best looking sets I’ve ever had. You’ll be amazed at what a group of predominately young people can accomplish. Working with children is rewarding in so many ways. Besides the inherent academic and intellectual benefits, it is a wonderful collaborating experience, which ironically helps them to understand some of the same lessons as the story of Charlotte’s Web. Generations have found inspiration and wisdom about how sweet true friendship can be, and I hope you’ll take the time to bring your family to the show. “

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Janssen Park Players - Great Summertime Family Entertainment

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BY MELANIE BUCK Janssen Park is alive with the sound of music! Every Thursday evening, weather permitting, the voices, strums, and drums of local talents can be heard filling the air with their sweet melodies. The event is called the Janssen Park Players and each Thursday, a different band takes the stage and performs for free as a service to the area from Memorial Day to Labor Day. John Vacca said that Kevin Sweeney is the brainchild behind the idea and that it’s proved to be a popular attraction. Vacca said that Sweeney, a musician himself has a band called Straight Tequila with partner Tony Robbins and he came up with the idea to perform free concerts in the park and put his thoughts into action. “Kevin wanted to do this so he drove across Tennessee to buy a stage, he purchased a trailer to carry the stage and sound equipment in, he got permission from the city to do it, the Mayor gave his blessing, and Janssen Park Players was created,” said Vacca.

Some of the bands that play for the crowd are Straight Tequila, Brothers and Sons, Richie Owens, Polk 74, and Rick Gerard. A variety of music is played from a venue similar to an amphitheater. Vacca explained that the stage is set on the hill close to the springhouse and people will fill the bottom of the hill with their chairs and blankets. He also said that some bring their families and picnic style dinners with them and just sit back, eat, and enjoy the show. “We have anywhere from 30-50 people come each week. Sometimes when there are members from other bands in the crowd, they’ll invite them on stage and just jam,” said Vacca.

Vacca added, “It’s a great idea that Kevin came up with. There’s a group of us who help out. A couple of guys will show up and help set up and it’s just volunteers.” He said that if you’d like to help volunteer, they start setting up in the park about 5 p.m. and set up the stage and sound system. The music starts at 6 p.m. and goes until about 8, every Thursday in Janssen Park.

Mena’s 4th of July Celebration

The Mena Advertising and Promotion Commission will be sponsoring a fantastic fireworks display at Tapley Park on Friday, July 3rd. In addition to the fireworks there will be live entertainment, great food, and activities for children.

At 7:30 pm the local Contemporary Gospel band, Harmony, will perform. The fireworks will begin around 9:15 (dark). The concession stand will be open, beginning at 6:30 pm, serving all of your summer favorites, such as, hot dogs, hamburgers, frito chili pie, and MORE. Everyone is invited to come enjoy a family friendly night of entertainment and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day! Organizers encourage everyone to be sure to bring your lawn chairs. Event sponsored by Bear State Bank of Mena.

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On National Law Enforcement Day, June 12, Polk County Farm Bureau honored members of the Mena Police Department, Polk County Sheriff’s Department and Arkansas State Police - Troop K with a cookout and plaques for the service that they provide to the local area.

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Boy Scouts Appreciation Dinner

The local Boy Scouts held their annual Scout Master Steak Burn at Camp Pioneer to honor those who have helped them the most throughout the year. Scout Masters, law enforcement, fire department personnel, and local government officials lined up under the pavilion to be served a steak dinner with all the trimmings.

Hunter Wolf, District Executive for Cossatot said, “This is a chance for us to give back. There are many people who come out and support us throughout the year. Police officers, fire fighters, a lot of them volunteer their time and efforts towards our camp and so this is our opportunity to show our appreciation.”

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and Ark. Dept. of Environmental Quality. Mena Water Utilities Manager Charles Pitman explained the use of a geotube, “There are two parts that go down in sewer system, water and solids. The solids fill up the lagoons and to be able to treat water, you have to get the sludge out.

When using a geotube, you pump the ponds into the geotubes and it allows the water to release and when what’s left dries, you’re left with fertilizer. The alternative is to put it in a tanker and dump it in pastures, wet.

This method allows them to be more efficient with time and it’s easier to spread than the tanker trucks are.”

Also discussed was the new fixed based meter reading system, which is still in the process of being installed in the area. They are in the process of purchasing land in Nunley for a new collector communications box. The communications boxes read the meters in the nearby area and relay the information back to Mena Water.

The Commission approved the implementation of a leak finder reward program. Pitman said that Acorn Water already has the program and it shows to be effective. Through the program, Mena Water will give customers a bill credit of $20 if they report a leak on one of Mena water’s lines. “It’s worked really well for Acorn water and we are going to try to see if it will help with our water loss,” said Pitman.

The water leakage problem at Mena Water Utilities is continuing, however, some recent fixes on large leak areas are showing to help the situation. Pitman explained that a big problem with the issues is with the recent floods. The extra water makes the leaks hard to spot. Also, he said, there is a big tank on the side of the hill by Ward Lake and a pipe that leads down to Missouri Avenue. The pipe runs near the original creek bed of Ward Creek. “That line was put in about 15 years ago and at that time, there was a new product made from plastic that was suppose to be great. It lasted about ten years and we started seeing breaks. It’s a 16 inch line and comes from a 2 million gallon water tank so when it breaks, it’s a significant leak.” A major leak was fixed in that area on Friday.

“Numbers wise, we will see what this fix did in August. What we are able to see now is how much less they are pumping out of the plant and we have seen a dramatic drop in the last week. We can tell by how much less we are producing.” Pitman said.

RMCC’s Science Club Initiates Community Clean-Up Event

The Rich Mountain Community College Science Club kicked off their first Community Clean-Up event earlier this year. The first phase of the event was to gather trash around campus and nearby businesses between north Morrow Street and Polk Road 77. The seven member team included Dr. Gaumani Gyanwali, Terry Francis, Naomi Ponthieux, Hailey Knittig, Ray Bellows, Jonathan Fosdick, and Hunter Sullivan. Items such as cans, bottles, plastic sheets, and construction materials were the most common found. Many of the items were buried under the mud or accumulated in ditches due to floodwaters from storms. The team had both energy and courage to pick up every piece of abandoned waste that posed a threat to the beauty of our community. Each participating student received two hours of community service from this event. The RMCC Science Club is planning on organizing more events similar to this in the future and would like to cover a larger area of the community. Their goal is to help spread awareness about keeping the community clean as well as the hazards of littering non-degradable waste.

Dr. Gyanwali will be keeping records of the findings from these field observations and plans to involve students in research in the future. A report will be prepared after additional data is collected from more areas and substantial information is gathered.

For more information about this event or the RMCC Science Club, contact: Dr. Gaumani Gyanwali at 479-394-7622 x.1339 orgyanwali@rmcc.edu .

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Zada Mae Knight, age 74, of Mena passed away Thursday, June 18, 2015 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

She was born February 16, 1941 in Mena, Arkansas to the late Edward Jones and the late Amy Shaw Jones. She was married to the late Ray Knight and was a loving and kind homemaker for her family. Mrs. Knight was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to all who knew her.

She is survived by children, Linda Cox and husband Tony of Mena, Arkansas, Donna Hartsell and husband James of Piedmont, Oklahoma, Retha Hooper and husband Albert of Mena, Arkansas, Eldon Bias of Piedmont, Oklahoma, Randy Bias and wife Tammy of Jenks, Oklahoma, Sue Taylor and husband Bob of Colorado Springs, Colorado; brother, Athar Jones and wife Ann of Coleman, Texas; 19 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ray Knight of 15 years, and Bert Windham of 18 years, and parents, Edward and Amy Jones.

Graveside services were Saturday, June 20, 2015, 2:00 p.m. at Octavia Cemetery with Brother Tim Rose officiating under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home of Mena.

Visitation was general.

Ray noble KNIGHT Ray Noble Knight, age 84, of Mena, died Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at his home. He was born on July 26, 1930 to John Lewis and Mary Argel Noble Knight in Andrews, Indiana.

Ray served his country for 26 years in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam Era. After the military, Ray started working in construction and was

john anthony easterling John Anthony Easterling, age 41, of Cove, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at the CHI St. Vincent in Hot Springs. He was born on March 25, 1974 to Lonnie Forest and Cecilia Sue Wilson Easterling in Pontiac, Michigan.

John was a loving, gentle person that was willing to help anyone that needed it. He loved spending time in nature and with his family. He loved spending time with his wife, Tammy, and family. He also enjoyed fishing, swimming, and playing his video games. John was a loving husband, son, brother, and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

John is survived by his wife, Tammy Boyd of Cove; father, Lonnie Easterling of Cherry Hill and mother, Cecilia Easterling of Cove; one brother, Lonnie Easterling, Jr. of Shirley, Arkansas; sister, Hollie Hall of Clarkston,

Visitation for

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will be from 10 am - 11 am on the morning of June 27th at the City Hall in Hatfield, AR. Please feel free to drop by and share stories.

The scattering of the ashes will be at 11 am at the 6 Mile Cemetery.

Michigan; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service was held Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at the Cherry Hill Baptist Church with Brother Grant Geiger officiating. Cremation services are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

charley darris Wiles Charley Darris Wiles, age 84, of Mena, died Saturday, June 20, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on Wednesday, July 30, 1930 to Hamp R.L. and Clara Ward Wiles in Posey Hollow, Arkansas.

It is written in Psalm 116:15 that “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” I love how this verse uses the word precious; because that is what the Reverend Charley Wiles is and always will be to me and countless others.

There are no words to adequately describe how loved he was, nor how immensely he loved others, but especially the way he loved and served his Heavenly Father. He always answered when duty called. A true servant - he served his country in the Air Force, his community as a trusted leader, his wife and children as a dedicated husband and father for 65 years, and a host of people too great to number as a spiritual adviser, pastor, and friend for the last 54 years of his life here on earth.

There is comfort even through such tremendous pain in knowing he has crossed that final river, passed through those pearly gates, and is now kicking up gold dust with all his friends and loved ones who’ve gone before him to that Home on high which he preached about so many times.

People often say things like “the world is a little bit of a darker place now that my loved one is gone,” but I am blessed and proud to say the opposite - this ole world remains a brighter place because of Charley Wiles and the light of God’s love that shone through him on everyone he met.

His legacy of faith, servitude, integrity, godliness, and love will live on forever; in the same manner as he now does in our hearts, our memories, and with all the other precious saints of God in Heaven. Charley was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Hamp Darrell Wiles.

Charley is survived by his wife of 65 years, June Wiles of Mena; his son, Daryen Wiles of Springdale, Arkansas; two daughters and sons-in-law, Darla and Allen Martel of Mena and Dana and Marty Harvey of Mena; one sis-

ter and brother-in-law, Doris and Leo Lott of Mena; four grandchildren, Jona Rogers of Mena, Colton Wiles and wife Brittany Wiles of Bentonville, Arkansas, Alex Harvey and wife, Kristen of Monticello, Arkansas and Brock Harvey of Fayetteville, Arkansas; four great grandchildren, Payton Tomblin of Mena, Beau Tomblin of Springdale, Arkansas, Hudson Harvey and Hadleigh Harvey both of Monticello, Arkansas several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

A memorial service was held Monday, June 22, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Mena Church of God with Brother Mark Lyle officiating. Visitation was held Sunday, June 21, 2015 from 6-8 P.M. at the Mena Church of God with cremation services entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Mena Church of God, 2771 Highway 88 East, Mena, Arkansas 71953.

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Ray was a loving father, brother, grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Zada Knight; one brother, Wilbur Knight and one sister, Ruth Lee. Ray is survived by his two sons, Terry Knight of Huntington, Indiana and Lewis Knight of Abilene, Texas; daughter, Roni Whitas of Panama City, Florida; step daughter, Beverly Weed of Mena; two brothers, Norman Knight of Lexington, Kentucky and Lewis Knight of Cary, North Carolina; three sisters, Neva Stonebraker of Huntington, Indiana, Phyllis Hoke of Clearwater, Florida and Judith Lee of Fort Wayne, Indiana; five grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

No services are planned at this time with cremation services entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

Linda Niquette Manson Linda Niquette Manson, age 76, of Mena passed away Monday, June 22, 2015 in Mena.

She was born January 11, 1939 in Daily City, California to the late Peggy Leekley. She was happily married to Norman Manson for 38 years. She worked in the customer service department for Russberrie and Company.

Linda loved painting art and enjoyed singing with family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend to all who knew her.

She will be dearly missed by all.

She is survived by husband, Norman Allan Manson of Mena, Arkansas; daughters, Jamie Lynn Pringle of Mena, Arkansas, Noreen Yvonne Parry; son, Ronald Adrian Niquette; grandchildren, Kayla Noel Pringle, Michael Vincent Alvarado, Christopher Michael Wilbur, Lindsay Nicole Lane; and brother, Blackie Leekley.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Peggy Leekley.

Mrs. Manson was sent for cremation under the direction of the Beasley Wood funeral Home of Mena.

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AT THE CAPITOL

Strict Policies Equal More Prison Overcrowding

OPINION

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Tragedy, Opportunity, and Facts

BY STATE SENATOR LARRY TEAGUE LITTLE ROCK – Stricter parole policies are driving a sharp increase in the number of inmates in Arkansas prisons.

Legislators are paying close attention to the effect of new state laws enacted earlier this year, which they hope will stabilize growth in the prison population.

The Criminal Justice Oversight Task Force received a report from a consultant who has studied trends in Arkansas prisons over the past several years. Two years ago the rate of growth in the state’s inmate population was seven times the national average.

Changes in parole revocation policies were a driving factor. Authorities and citizens were frustrated by evidence that some offenders who were being paroled out of prison were a threat to public safety. Parole officers had to cope with caseloads that made it difficult for them to closely monitor all the parolees under their supervision.

A Little Rock teenager was murdered by a man who had violated the conditions of his parole eight times. The state Parole Board tightened policies, and the result was a sharp increase in the number of parole revocations. According to the consultant’s report to the legislative task force, in 2012 there were 1,726 parole revocations in Arkansas, and in 2013 there were 4,005.

State prison units and county jails house more than 18,000 inmates. Of those, more than 2,600 are in county jails waiting to be transferred to one of 12 state prison units.

In addition, officers supervise more than 29,000 people on probation and more than 21,500 inmates on parole. Probation is an action imposed by a court in lieu of time in prison. Parole is granted only by the state Parole Board after an inmate has served a portion of their prison sentence.

There is a process under which crime victims can oppose parole being granted to the inmate who victimized them.

The cost of prisons has become a difficult budget issue for the state and the 75 counties in Arkansas.

Last fiscal year, according to legislative budget analysts, the state spent $389 million on corrections. Ten years before, in Fiscal 2004, the amount of state spending on prisons was about $240 million.

In the 2015 regular session the legislature approved Act 895 to address prison overcrowding. Also, the legislature authorized hiring 52 additional parole officers and support staff.

The state Correction Department signed a contract to house more than 200 Arkansas inmates in Bowie County, Texas. The legislature approved funding of more regional jails. Non-profit organizations that operate halfway houses and re-entry programs will receive bonuses if the inmates in their care have a reduced recidivism rate.

In order to better prepare inmates for re-entry into society, they must go through a more thorough treatment for drug and alcohol problems. A new law clears the way for all inmates to apply for Medicaid, which would pay for drug and alcohol abuse programs.

The constant challenge for correction officials and legislators is how to balance conservative budgeting with tough laws that protect the public from dangerous criminals. That often means exploring options for non-violent offenders, such as drug courts and probation, many of which are not available for violent offenders.

by michael reisig I can’t imagine a single soul in this country not being psychologically brutalized by the massacre of nine African Americans in a Charleston, S.C. church last week. Not only does it bring the horror of mentally corrupt mayhem home to each of us – the terror and the arbitrary possibility – but it rends the fabric of our society once more, in a time where race and violence perch at the top of our national dilemmas.

Dylann Roof, a self-proclaimed “white supremacist” once again reminded all of us of the heinousness and horror that can live in the soul of man. But perhaps even worse, he has rendered the tenuous fabric that holds the racial tensions in this nation intact, and he has given the proponents of gun control new and fresh ammunition with which to destroy the second amendment.

Anyone who thinks that racial animosity and vehemence are fading in America hasn’t spent any time in Ferguson, or Chicago, or Detroit, and the repercussions from these locals reverberate throughout the U.S. There seems to be an odd phenomenon in this nation that few people will admit to. White America owns the majority of guns in this nation by far. But it seems to be a rarity (proportionately and statistically) for them to use weapons on each other, or any other race for that matter. Yet it appears (statistically) that they are more inclined to go off the deep end and use weapons in specific mass killings. It’s as if the Caucasian nature is to not react violently as often, but to bottle up the inertia until it simply erupts.

On the other hand, there is absolutely no question (proportionately and statistically), that African Americans use guns and other devices to kill each other (and other races) far more consistently than any other race in America. Our cities, our news agencies, and our nation in general have sadly grown accustomed to blacks killing each other.

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Dear Editor, What is the meaning of the word “responsible”? Let me tell you a short story to explain the meaning of the word.

About a week ago some irresponsible person dropped off a very loving and loyal dog in my neighborhood. The story of how irresponsible this is, and this dog is, is not the point. What is the point is how someone else’s irresponsibility changes someone’s life. This dog was so traumatized she immediately adopted my wife and I. She was emaciated and covered with ticks. Being compassionate dog lovers we fed her and bathed her and gave her a dry place to sleep while trying to contact her owner. We spent about a $100.00 on flyers, newspaper ads, food, and meds. She will not let me our of her sight as I’m sure she is terrified of being dropped off again.

My wife and I had an extended vacation planned for early July. I can’t leave now as, who is to feed and care for the dog while we are gone? I can’t financially afford to have someone come to the house daily to care for the dog. Additionally: what about the emotional trauma on the dog of being left alone again. Whether I wanted it or not, I now have the responsibility of a dog I did not ask for, just because someone else is irresponsible. Someone needs to man up and come get this dog and live up to the responsibility you assumed when you got this beautiful animal. You assumed the responsibility, now live up to it rather than make it someone else’s responsibility. My life is now turned upside down and completely changed because of YOU. The local Humane Society is completely full and cannot accept this animal because of the other irresponsible people; just like YOU! H Wayne Johnson, New Potter, AR 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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OPINION

Tragedy

While I’m left in shock at the mayhem this demented Dylan Roof has created, I’m far more concerned with what he has done to America. Our president (applying the “never let a good crisis go to waste” philosophy) has already grasped the reins of opportunity and begun using this incident to, once again, propose legislation to remove guns from the American landscape. “It’s in our power to do something about stopping such mass violence,” he has immediately announced, and no one is confused about what he has in mind.

And, given the fact that this was a white man shooting black people, the sense of social indignation is doubled. (I’m sorry, this is something I simply don’t understand – when did any one race become more significant than others? When did the death of any American of any color become more tragic than the rest of the population?)

Here is the truth – and I would direct this to President Obama in particular: You will never stop determined, violence-minded people from getting a gun in this society.

Worse, if you should attempt to take the guns away from everyone in America because of the arbitrary act of an occasional maniac, then only the lawless (who don’t give a rat’s posterior about regulations) will be left with weapons.

The “Social Freedom/Pro-Anarchy” elements have already beaten down and intimidated our police in cities to a point that they are almost useless – afraid to act for fear of legal and social repercussions. When the police can no longer help us, and we are no longer allowed to protect ourselves, we become little more than a nation of cattle.

Somewhere in hell Stalin and Lenin are smiling…

The views and opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the ownership and staff of The Polk County Pulse. Michael Reisig is a freelance writer and published author whose works are reproduced throughout the globe.

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CALENDAR

Thursday 6/25 * 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. * 10:00 a.m. - Super Hero’s Summer Reading Program, Polk County Library, continuing through 25. * 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. - Aquatic Program sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, McMillan Park pool. Cost of $30 for 6 weeks plus pool fees. For more information, call Naomi Thompson at 479-234-1145. * 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 for more info. * 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. - Cove Branch Public Library is open to the public. * Noon to 1:00 p.m. - Physical Fitness Principles & Exercises, combination of yoga, Dance and Fitness elements; instructor is Henry Neilson, Maddox Building, Room 127, RMCC. To register, call Maureen Keese at 479-RMCC, x1311.

12:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Son Lighters In Action

Monday 6/29 * 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 animals and zoo animals. * 5:00 p.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) –Hatfield City Hall, For more information call 870-389-6678. * 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Lifelong Learning Class Cake Decorating: Flowers and Baketweave Technique, $25. You must bring a double layer un-iced round cake to all cake decorating classes. There is a limit of 6 students. Call Maureen Keese at Rich Mountain Community College at 479-394-RMCC x 1311 for more information and sign up. * 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo, American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. * 6:00 p.m. – FREE Weightloss Warriors – Bear State Bank across from Depot. For information call 437-3560. * 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 to attend. * 7:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – 12 +12 Study at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. For information call 243-0297 or 216-4606.

Tuesday 6/30 * 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. “Art Day”, Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. Bring your current project and join other artist working in the classroom at the gallery. * 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. * Noon to 1:00 p.m. - Physical Fitness Principles, RMCC, Maddox Building, Room 127. For more information and to register call Maureen Keese at 479-394-RMCC x 1311. * 12:00 – 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. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71 S, Mena.

* 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous, First United Methodist Church, 9th Street & Port Arthur. For information call 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043.

Wednesday 7/01 * 12 Noon - 5:00 p.m. - Cove Branch Public Library open. * 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - The Windy Wednesday Quilters Guild will meet at The First Baptist Church of Mena. For information, call 2169041 * 6:00 p.m. - The Ouachita Arts and Crafts Guild meets at the Union Bank Community Room. * 6:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 812 Hwy 71S, Mena. * 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Southside Church of God Warriors for Christ meet at the church. * 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. * 7:00 – Alcoholics Anonymous, - Book Study, ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. For information call 243-0297or 216-4606.

June 30th through 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 479-3943880. * 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. * 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.

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Weekly Publication 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. Hospital Commission Meeting at the MRHS Boardroom. * 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. - The Ouachita Valley Al-Anon Family Group will have their weekly meeting at the First United Methodist Church, 501 9th Street, Mena. * 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting – ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Highway 71 S. For information call 243-0297 or 216-4606.

Friday 6/26 * 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. * 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - The Writer’s Guild meets in the classroom at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena Street. * 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 812 Hwy 71 South, Mena. * 7:30 p.m. - Celebrate Independence Day at Faith Baptist Church, 1 mile east of Watson, Ok on Hwy 4. There will be live music, hamburgers and hotdogs followed by Fireworks (weather permitting). Everyone is welcome. Bring your lawn chairs. * 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 6/27 * 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. * 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 6/28 * 2:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S.. For information call 243-0297 or 216-4606. * 6:30 p.m. –Narcotics Anonymous meeting at Saint Agnes Church Parish Hall.

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POLK COUNTY BIRTHS

Parents: Inspire Kids to Create Their Own Adventures

AT MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Whitney and Kelly Higgins, of DeQueen, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 9th.

Rachel and Seth Christner, of Altus, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 10th.

Alexis Huante and Thomas Smith Jr., of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 13th Ashli and Justin Kincaid, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 15th.

Gabrielle Hembree and Raul Toribio, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 15th.

Jazzmyn Hoskin, of Mena, is the proud mother of a baby boy, born on June 16th.

Tommy and Judy Floyd of Hatfield, AR are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Stacie Floyd to Phillip Spears II. Phillip is the son of Kelly and Dub Helms of Barling, AR & Phillip Spears of Wichita, KS. The wedding will take place at the Ouachita Country Club in Mena, AR Saturday, June 27th, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.

Stephanie Nash and Jason Boyd, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 16th.

Deanna and Matthew Andrews, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on June 17th.

Deborah Clark and Jessie Keiffer, of Mena, are the proud parents of a baby boy, born on June 18th.

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Kyle Robertson – A Gracious Giver of Care and Time

BY JACLYN ROSE Even as a child growing up in Redwater, Texas, Kyle Robertson knew he wanted to enter the medical field, and through a series of events he settled into respiratory therapy, a field that was not his original choice but based on the accolades he has received over the past year, has proven to be the correct choice.

After graduating from high school in 1998, Robertson completed his first Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Central Arkansas with an emphasis in Health Sciences. With his future plans up in the air, he answered an advertisement that his mother found in the Texarkana newspaper, saying that the Texarkana hospital would pay for the respiratory therapist’s education, if they would in turn work for them upon graduation. Robertson joined the program and completed his second Bachelor’s Degree in Cardio – Respiratory Care. “Basically, I help people who can’t breathe, from the emergency room to long term disease management. I work with simple breathing treatments up to people who are on a ventilator,” explained Robertson.

An Eagle Scout, Robertson met his wife, Jenny, while he was working as a counselor at Camp Pioneer, the local Boy Scout Camp. A proud husband and father, his face lights up when he begins talking about his family. “Jenny and I were married in 2006, she’s very supportive. I work several different jobs and I’m gone a lot, but she is very understanding and very loving and she is a great mother to our two girls,” said Robertson. The couple’s daughters, Finleigh, age 6, and Briggs, age 3, are very active children, from dance and violin lessons, to the First Baptist Church of Mena’s children’s choir, mission friends, and after school zone. “Finleigh is very busy, and Briggs, well, she tries to do everything her sister does,” said Robertson with a smile. “I like spending time with them and just doing things with them, like taking them out to eat or going to the library, like daddy and daughter dates.”

After working in Texarkana, Robertson moved to Tyler, Texas, where Jenny ran her own photography studio and Robertson worked in the hospital. When Finleigh arrived, they chose to move back to Jenny’s hometown of Mena to be close to family and Robertson started his career at Mena Regional Health System (MRHS) in 2009.

In addition to his work as a Respiratory Therapist, Robertson works as a CPAP Consultant for Hometown Medical Home Health Company and he also teaches several continuing education and lifesaver classes, for MRHS every quarter. Robertson received the high honor of being named MRHS Employee of the Year for 2014. Robertson also served as the 2014 South District Chairman for the Arkansas Society for Respiratory Care and was named the South District Practitioner of the Year. “I am pretty honored and very humbled; 2014 was a really great year for me,” said Robertson. Part of his title of South District Practitioner of the Year required Robertson to make a presentation, which is something he also enjoys. “I really enjoy teaching, I found an interesting case study and enjoyed teaching it to others so they can also learn about the topic. I’m looking forward to presenting again in Batesville this week,” Robertson explained.

Robertson and his family are also very involved in all aspects of their church, First Baptist Church in Mena. Robertson serves as a deacon and Jenny is very involved in the nursery.

They host a young adults group one day a month, and they serve as the Church Chefs, planning, shopping for, and preparing meals for the church-wide dinner on Wednesday nights.

“Jenny and I both love cooking so it’s neat, it’s something we can do together that is a service back to our church,” explained Robertson. Also as a volunteer for 9th Street Ministries, Robertson is able to save back and freeze left over meals to donate to that ministry.

“I really like that Mena is small and that there is a real sense of community here. It seems like I know somebody everywhere I go. I like that the people really support their local economy,” said Robertson.

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BY JACLYN ROSE Twenty-five years ago, in November of 1990, The Country Express was opened at 1146 Highway 71 South in Mena, at the corner of Bethesda and Highway 71. This full service fueling station and convenience store offers four types of gasoline, one with ethanol and three without, and received new fuel pumps last year. More than your average service station, though, they are also a restaurant and catering business. Specializing in catfish and BBQ, including baby back ribs, coleslaw, baked beans and a variety of sides, they also serve burgers and breakfast. Years ago, they began catering and in the last few years expanded this area of their business by adding a catering trailer, which is a kitchen on wheels. “We added the truck so that we can accommodate larger groups. We are fully self-contained and can cook on site. We can provide electricity without disturbing the crowd and can fry catfish on site, so the food is hot and fresh,” explained Eugene Taff, owner. The County Express is happy to partner with other local businesses to work together to better serve their catering customers.

The Country Express is managed by local resident, Tuny Hunt, and is opened from 5:30 am until 8:30 pm, Monday through Saturday.

In addition to The Country Express, Taff also opened The Sun Country Inn, a 60-room motel, located at 1309 Highway 71 North in 1995. This hotel works hard to accommodate people for local events and offers a quality product with an emphasis in customer service, and exceptionally clean rooms.

At the Sun Country Inn, upgrades are an ever-continuing process. “This year we re-plastered the pool and we freshen the place up daily, maintenance is a continued operation,” said Taff. “We are daily making changes and updating and making things new and upgraded,” added Lora Rawlings, one of the two managers of The Sun Country Inn, with Ashley Patton being the other.

The people that visit both businesses are fascinating, especially for a small community. “One day not long ago, I had guests from France, Germany, and China, as well as a local couple from the area and they were all in the lobby talking in their own languages. I thought, only at the Sun Country Inn would I be able to have this experience in Polk County, Arkansas,” said Rawlings with a laugh.

Between the two businesses, Taff employs around 30 people and is quick to explain that he could not do anything without his capable and dedicated employees. Taff also believes that the community works best when everyone works together. “We have to have the public, they don’t have to have us. I like the people in Polk County, and the mountains. I’m really proud that we have Rich Mountain Community College and a good city and county government. Queen Wilhelmina State Park and The Talimena Scenic Drive are great assets to our community, as is the Mena Airport.

Without everybody working together, we wouldn’t have anything. I really appreciate Mark Hobson and KENA, Mena Radio and the people of Mena and Polk County for keeping us in business for 25 years,” Taff said.

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SUBMITTED Cossatot River High School students recently participated in creating character analysis and poetry t-shirt projects. Students had to research topics and follow specified criteria for their projects, and it addressed many Common Core Standards. Teachers involved in the project include: Suzanne Kesterson, 7th grade English, Salina Rodriguez, 8th grade English, and Helen Buxton, 7th-12th English.

Mena Middle School’s Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry Campaign Share our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign presented two service grants to the Mena Middle School. Lauryn Maechler and Molly Schnell were selected as winners in the Generation No Kid Hungry #PoweredByBreakfast slogan contest. Thanks to generous support from Sodexo Foundation, with the oversight of Share our Strength, each student has been chosen to receive the grant to support a youth service learning project. Lauryn was awarded $250 for her slogan “You can do anything when you are “PoweredByBreakfast”and Molly was awarded $300 for her slogan “Power Up.Learn Up.” As their service learning project Lauryn and Molly have chosen to support the backpack program at Mena Middle School by using the funds to purchase fruit and healthy breakfast foods for the L.L.C. MMS backpack program in the Dr. Robert S. Williams, M.D. Fall. Lauryn and Molly will lead All Major Insurance Accepted the Mena Middle School FCCLA in making the food purchases and 403-E N. Morrow St., Mena, AR 71953 loading the backpacks. They want 479-243-9024 to insure that Mena Middle School New Patients students are #PoweredByBreakfast.

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Polk County 4-H Members are Shining Stars

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BY CARLA VAUGHT, County Extension Agent Polk County has some high achievers in the Polk County and Arkansas 4-H program. Several of our county members have been recognized for excellent service in leadership and project work this spring and summer.

One of the greatest achievements in the Arkansas 4-H program is to be selected as an Arkansas 4-H Recordbook winner. The Recordbook Program recognizes 4-Hers at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. As a 4-H member grows and develops through the program, their 4-H record books fill with their accomplishments and achievements. The goal as a senior 4-H member is to win their project area and attend the National 4-H Congress held each fall in Atlanta, Georgia. This recognition is also recognized with a scholarship to further their education.

Two senior 4-H members have been selected as State Recordbook winners this year. Jacob Ezell and Rebecca Lehmann are both members of the Mountain Fork Growing Clovers 4-H Club and the Lead for Life Teen Club. At 4-H National Congress, Jacob and Rebecca will meet other 4-Her’s from all over the United States. These members will be officially recognized at the Arkansas 4-H Awards of Excellence Banquet at the State 4-H O-Rama in July.

Another high achievement in the program is the recognition of excellence in leadership through the Arkansas 4-H Teen Star program. 4-H members ages 15 and up can submit applications for the Teen Star designation. This year, 4-H members Eden Barney from the Kountry Kids 4-H Club and Rebecca Lehmann from the Mountain Fork Growing Clovers were recognized as Teen Stars at the annual Arkansas 4-H Teen Leader Conference. Teen Star designation allows members to compete in a speaking contest to become Arkansas 4-H Ambassadors. As ambassadors, 4-H members are eligible to run for state officer positions as well as represent their county in planning various state 4-H events and activities. Teen Star and Ambassador status also qualify for additional 4-H scholarship opportunities in the 4-H program.

This year, Rebecca Lehmann was selected as at State 4-H Ambassador to represent Polk County. She joins outgoing State Ambassador, Caroline Ezell in this elite status in Arkansas and Polk County 4-H. Seven 4-H Teen Leaders and 4-H Volunteer, Tina Lehmann attended the state 4-H Teen Leader Conference earlier in the month where these awards were bestowed on our local 4-Hmembers. They joined 4-H members from across the state at this conference.

• Commercial/Residential 14th Annual Junior 4-H district Recordbook winner, • Contract Work Hannah Lehmann and intermediate win• Service Work ners from Polk County at the district level • Provide Bucket Truck Eden Barney, Keilah Barney, Tessa Kesterand Backhoe Work son, Elizabeth Hachtel, and David Lehmann • Generac Generator Dealer were recognized at the Ouachita District 4-H • 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICES O-Rama on Tuesday in Gurdon.

Twelve 4-H members from Polk County in Hatfield City Park participated in competitions at the District O-Rama. Placings were: 1st Sr. Animal Science Talk – Elizabeth Hachtel; 1st Sr. Horse Talk – Caici Hannaman; 1st Jr. Veterinary Science Talk – Hannah Lehmann; 1st Sr. Innovative Technology Talk – Jacob Ezell; 1st Sr. Entomology Talk – Rebecca Lehmann; 1st Sr. Safety Talk – William Dickerson; • Show and Shine 1st Jr. Safety Talk – Joy Dickerson; 2nd Sr. Environmental Stewardship Talk – David • Craft Vendors Lehmann; 2nd Sr. Ornamental Horticul• Barbecue Cook Off ture Contest Keilah Barney; 4th Sr. Public for Braggin’ Rights Speaking – Kaylee Lunsford; 4th Sr. Vocal Caroline Ezell; and 6th Jr. Vocal Mallory • 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament • Down Home Music All Day Long Farringer. Polk County participants were also recognized with a plaque as Runner Up for the 4-H Spirit Award.

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Wood to Play in Volleyball All-Star Game

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BY NORM BETZ Mena High School graduate, and four-year Ladycats starter, Rachael Wood, has been selected to play in the 2015 Arkansas High School Coaches Association Volleyball All-Star game, as a member of the West All-Stars. The All-Star game will be played on June 24th at the Farris Center on the University of Central Arkansas campus, with the first serve scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Wood graduated from Mena in May of 2015 and is looking forward to putting on the Ladycats uniform one more time.

“It is an incredible honor to be playing in the All-Star game,” said Wood. “I’m so grateful to have the opportunity!”

The AHSCA Volleyball East vs. West All-Star game is made up of 15 players on each team, from five different Arkansas Athletic Association classifications. The West All-Stars will be made up of: two players from 3A, three players from 4A (Wood and two players from Berryville High School), two players from 5A, and four players from both 6A and 7A. “I’m very happy for Rachael,” said Mena Ladycats head volleyball coach Brad Lyle. “She’s a great player, easy to coach and a very hard worker.”

Wood, a member of the 2014-15 4A State Championship team, talked about her career at Mena High School. “Playing for Mena has been the most incredible experience of my life,” explained Wood. “I became a part of a family, one I will never forget.”

The Mena Ladycats won it all this past year for the first time in school history and Wood was proud to be a part of that accomplishment. “My most memorable moment would have to be winning the State Championship and making school history,” exclaimed Wood. The Ladycats defeated Shiloh Christian in four games (25-21, 25-11, 15-16, 25-20) to capture the 4A State Title.

Coach Lyle discussed how deserving Wood is to participate in this All-Star game, talking about how she did whatever he asked for the betterment of the team. “I asked Rachael to switch positions heading into her senior year,” explained Lyle. “Not only did she not complain about the change, but she learned the position quickly and excelled.”

Wood racked up several awards during her four-year career at Mena High School. Wood was selected to 1st team All-Conference both her sophomore and junior year. During Wood’s senior year, she was selected MVP at the Paris Lady Eagles Invitational, named to the Ladycat Classic All-Tournament Team, named All-State, named to the All-State Tournament Team, and finally to play in the 2015 AHSCA All-Star Game.

Despite the fact that Wood has been invited as an individual to play in the All-Star game, she was quick to recognize her coaches and Ladycats teammates.

“Coach Lyle is an incredible coach,” said Wood. “He did everything in his power to become a more aggressive and active coach when we asked him, and it truly changed our team for the better!”

As for her teammates, Wood spoke of the family-like team atmosphere that they lived by throughout the season. “My teammates are some of the most caring people I’ve ever been around,” said Wood. “When we played together, we played for each other, not ourselves. I’m blessed to have them, as well as Coach Lyle and Coach Foster, in my life.”

Wood, the daughter of Larry and Sherry of Mena, plans to attend Rich Mountain Community College for a year before transferring to another college or university. Wood has one brother, 21 year-old, Daniel.

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pictured l to r: Daryan Torix, zach jewell, kenzi spurgin, and jordan ward.

across the state and their accomplishments. The All Arkansas Preps Awards Banquet was held Saturday, at the Wally Allen Ballroom in the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock. The keynote speaker was college basketball analyst Dick Vitale and Governor Asa Hutchinson and Keith Jackson attended as special guests.

Daryan Torix was named Volleyball First Team; Kenzi Spurgin, Softball Second Team; Jordan Ward, Softball First Team; Jackson Daugherty, Football Second Team Defense, and Zach Jewell, Track.

All but Daugherty were able to attend the event where they enjoyed listening to the highly motivational Dick Vitale and met fellow athletes and coaches from across the state.

Drew Harris, a senior at Benton High School, was chosen as the Male Athlete of the Year and Lexi Weeks, a senior at Cabot High School, was chosen as the Female athlete of the Year. Johnny Rice of North Little Rock was chosen as Coach of the Year. The Hussman Community Award Winner was Kendra Dinsmore of Bentonville High School. The P.A.R.K. Education Award Winner was Markell Foreman, Jr., of Parkview Arts and Science Magnet School and Nate Carter of Hope High School was chosen as the CHI St. Vincent Health Award Winner.

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Barracudas Continue to Dominate the Water

SUBMITTED BY WESLEY BATES Eight Mena Barracudas traveled to Monticello Saturday, June 20, to compete in a swim meet. In the boys’ age 8 and under division, Brenden Ricker placed 3rd in the 50m Breaststroke and 2nd in the 200m Individual Medley.

In girls’ 10 & under, Ranessa Ricker placed 7th in the 50m Breaststroke, 4th in the 50m Freestyle, and 3rd in the 200m Individual Medley. Allison Bates competed in the girls’ 12 & under division and placed 3rd in the 50m Butterfly, 8th in 50m Breaststroke, 7th in 50m Freestyle, and 7th in 100m Individual Medley.

In girls’ 14 & under, Emiley Sorge placed 2nd in 50m Backstroke, 2nd in 100m Freestyle, and 3rd in 50m Freestyle.

Caleb Bowers competed in the boy’s 14 & under division and placed 8th in 50m Butterfly, 7th in 100m Breaststroke, and 8th in 50m Backstroke. Ian Garrett placed 6th in 50m Butterfly, 1st in 50m Breaststroke, 7th in 100m Freestyle, and 7th in 50m Freestyle.

Senior Brad Bates placed 5th in 100m Butterfly, 4th in 100m Freestyle, 7th in 100m Breaststroke, and 2nd in 200m Freestyle.

Year-round swimmer, Taylor Heifner, placed 2nd in 100m Freestyle and 1st in 200m Individual Medley.

The Barracudas will be traveling to Magnolia this Saturday for their next meet.

Jewell Takes Another Step Towards His Goal

BY MELANIE BUCK Zach Jewell has proven himself to be a stellar track and field athlete this year. Breaking records at two events, winning state medals, and becoming a champion at the Meet of Champions are just some of the highlights.

As a member of the Bearcat Track and Field team, Jewell specialized in the 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, and long jump. His numbers are more than impressive. His best time in the 100m is 10.74 seconds, 200m in 22.27 seconds, 55.17 seconds in the 400m, and his best long jump was 23 ft. 1 in.

Since the school track season has ended, Jewell has spent his weekends traveling to various USA Track and Field (USATF) events around the state.

This past Saturday, before heading to the All Arkansas Preps Banquet where he and other athletes from around the state were honored, Jewell competed in the district qualifying rounds for the USATF. On Saturday, he won the 100 meter dash and the long jump and will move on to the next round to be held in Joplin, Missouri. If successful in Joplin, he will see his ultimate goal reached – making it the Jr. Olympics in Norfolk, Virginia in August.

Also at Saturday’s meet, two other Mena residents competed. Robbie Holmes, age 44, won the 100 meter dash in the open division with a time of 12.26 and Ronald Tilgner, age 69, (pictured left) competed in the triple jump, long jump, 100 meter dash, and javelin throw.

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Smart Ways to Spruce up a Small Space

(StatePoint) Giving a design facelift to small spaces may seem challenging. But you can make more of every square inch with creative solutions.

Light - Small spaces need natural light. Try hanging curtains beyond the window frame and near the ceiling to let in more. This drapery placement makes windows look larger and adds to the perceived height of the room. Add a large decorative mirror on an adjacent wall to reflect every sliver of available light.

While conventional decorating wisdom doesn’t recommend placing furniture in front of windows, in a small room such as a bedroom, it makes sense to use windows as the focal point and center furniture in front of them. In tiny bedrooms, options can be limited, and it’s often better to create a strong focal point with a bed than to awkwardly push it to one side.

Focal Wall - Light walls make small rooms feel larger, but there can be exceptions to this rule. An accent wall can bring definition and scale to a tiny space. The first step is to choose the right wall to paint. Depending on the room, it’s typically a fireplace wall, one that anchors a key piece of furniCommercial • Residential • Auto ture, an interesting nook or a bookcase wall.

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For drama, use darker shades to add depth to the room. However, keep furniture and adjacent walls lighter to prevent the room from feeling cluttered.

For medium color walls, a bright color or fun pattern on an accent wall will help enliven the space. Also, consider repainting trim a bright white to make the accent wall stand out.

Smart Shelving - Shelves, cabinets and pegboard racks can promote organization without exhausting limited floor and counter space. Bring cozy kitchens to the next level with shelving that reaches the ceiling. Install electrical outlets within shelving so you don’t have to move appliances to use them.

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Ben Campbell won First Place in Landscapes with Structures for his photo of the Nazi death camp in Auschwitz-Birkenau, Poland, titled, “Never Again.”

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Winners in Mena Art Gallery Photography Competition

by Janis Geyer Shull Mena Art Gallery opened its 13th annual photography show with a reception Saturday, June 6. The gallery was filled with 100 outstanding photographs. Awards were presented to the winners in each of six adult categories and one youth category.

The Richard Shull Best of Show award went to Brittney Miller for her photograph, “Long Way Home.” The Best in Floral was awarded to a Hot Springs photographer, Sharon Prislipsky. Her husband, Vic Prislipsky, took the Best Wildlife award while Jo Eldridge received the R.L. Norris Memorial Award. By vote of those attending the reception, the People’s Choice Award was given to Jennifer Millsaps.

Other awards by category were as follows.

Landscapes Only: First Place: Jim Anderson; Second Place: Michael Leonard; Third Place: Betty Acheson; Honorable Mention: Vic Prislipsky.

Landscapes with Structures: First Place: Ben Campbell; Second Place: Jim Anderson; Third Place:

Sharon Prislipsky; Honorable Mention: Michael Leonard.

Animals: First Place: Ken Vonk; Second Place: Donna Atkinson; Third Place: Steve Mosley; Honorable Mention: Susan Sebren, Leon Fink, Jo Eldridge.

Floral: First Place: Larry Millican; Second Place: Pat Brown; Third Place: Pat Brown; Honorable Mention: Larry Millican.

People and Portraits: First Place: Michael Leonard; Second Place: Sharon Prislipsky; Third Place: Joseph Corcoran; Honorable Mention: Jennifer Milsaps.

General: First Place: Brittney Miller; Second Place: Sharon Prislipsky; Third Place: Donna Atkinson; Honorable Mention: Kurt Bickerstaff.

Youth: First Place: Mercy Chiapparo; Second Place: Alexiza Lawrence; Third Place: Mercy Chiapparo; Honorable Mention: Ka See Moua; Rising Star.

This show will remain on display through June 26. Gallery hours are Tuesday, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Retiring president, Ronda Lambert (Left) of Hatfield’s Happiness Club, Polk County Extension Homemakers Club receives a croched afghan from Ruby Murphy (right). This was a gift to say thank you for the hard work done by the president. At the Quilt show in the Lum & Abner Festival, Rebecca Romine and Ruby Murphy’s quilt won a first place blue ribbon on the original design, and a first place vote from the show’s committee.

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The Fishy Smell During a divorce settlement, the husband got the house, and moved his girlfriend in with him.

The ex-wife went to the house to get the rest of her things. While she was there, she decided to shove shrimp in the curtain rod.

After a few days, the ex-husband and his girlfriend started smelling something fishy. They thought they would deep clean the house to get rid of it.

The smell was still there.

They thought the smell may be in the walls, so they tore the walls down, and rebuilt them with brand new supplies.

The smell was still there.

So the ex-husband and girlfriend decided to give the house to the ex-wife because they couldn’t deal with the smell anymore.

The ex-wife moved back in, removed the curtain rods, and enjoyed her newly remodeled home.

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HISTORY

Moments From American History Timeless Words of Wisdom

IN THE NEWS One Year Ago

BY JEFF OLSON This September will mark the 228th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Being so LOCAL far removed in time and the logistics and other limitations of the age, it is easy for us not to consider 1.

New Ouachita Center Nearing the commitments and sacrifices that were made over the 4 months of the Constitutional ConvenCompletion tion. Not only was it a sweltering hot summer in Philadelphia, but the travel was time consuming and uncomfortable AND the costs involved were extensive to many who took time away from their 2. Manis Announces Retirement livelihood. While this writer ardently believes that America had greatness to spare among those 55 3. Ouachita ATV Club Receives delegates, the fact still remains that they were imperfect men - subject to the frailties, weaknesses, $224,700 Federal Grant fo New Trails temptations, and other vices of humanity. at Wold Pen The Convention had been in session for over a month, and it was embroiled in a bitter debate over how each state was to be represented in the new government. The delegates from the smaller states NATIONAL expressed hostile feelings toward those from the larger ones, and to the point that some delegates 1. Obama Talks Working Families, actually left the Convention. They were obviously at an impasse; a “critical juncture” as described by Meeting World Leaders With No historians, and it was even questionable whether or not the Convention would continue. At 81 years “Cheerios Stuck to My Pants” of age, Benjamin Franklin was the senior member of the Convention and Governor of Pennsylvania.

He commanded the respect of all delegates and, as recorded by James Madison, he rose to speak in this moment 2. Lois Lerner’s Hard Drive as Issa of crisis on June 28, 1787. Following is an excerpt: Investigates IRS “The small progress we have made after 4 or 5 weeks close attendance & continual reasoning’s with each other 3. Republican Senate Primary Drawing our different sentiments on almost every question, several of the last producing as many noes as ayes, is methinks Conservative Groups from Across the a melancholy proof of the imperfection of the Human Understanding....In this situation of this Assembly, groping as U.S. it were in the dark to find political truth, and scarce able to distinguish it when presented to us, how has it happened, Sir, that we have not hitherto once thought of humbly applying to the Father of lights to illuminate our understanding? In the beginning of the Contest with G. Britain, when we were sensible of the danger, we had daily prayer in this room for Divine protection. - Our prayers, Sir, were heard, & they were graciously answered.... And have we now forgotten that powerful Friend? or do we imagine we no longer need His assistance?

I have lived, Sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth - that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid? We have been assured, Sir, in the Sacred Writings, that “except the Lord build the House, they labor in vain that build it...I therefore beg to leave to move - that henceforth prayers imploring the assistance of Heaven, and its blessings on our deliberations, be held in this Assembly every morning before we proceed to business....”

The truth in Franklin’s words changed the countenance of those present, and helped calm the Convention. Soon, progress was being made towards completing a document which would have no equal of its kind in human history. I can’t help but think of how much Franklin’s wisdom is needed in the hallowed halls of our government today.

For indeed - America is at another “critical juncture.”

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Summer Squash

by kim hughes, extension office agent, fcs Squash is a gourd fruit belonging to the genus Cucurbita. Other edible members of this family include cucumbers, melons, pumpkins and gourds. The earliest cucurbits – probably originating in Mesoamerica – were considerably smaller. Cultivation dates back 9,000 years, judging by scattered remains of seeds and stems found in prehistoric caves in Mexico. The Zuni of the Southwest traditionally ate squash blossoms in soups. Flowers of the crookneck squash and zucchini are both edible and flavorful.

Summer squash differs from winter squash because it is harvested before the rind hardens and the fruit matures. It grows on bush type plants that do not spread like the plants of winter squash and pumpkin.

Squash bugs are possibly the most aggravating insect pest in vegetable gardens. They feed on plant foliage using specialized mouthparts to pierce the foliage and suck plant sap. Large numbers cause plants to wilt and sometimes die. The eggs are small, reddish-brown ovals laid in clusters on the underside of the leaves.

Place a flat board in the garden next to plants. At night the squash bugs will congregate underneath it and can be easily killed. Insecticides are most effective if applied while nymphs are small. Products from Ortho, Sevin and Bayer are labeled for control. In the fall, all garden debris as well as dead leaves should be cleaned up.

To get the best quality summer squash harvest when small and tender. Pick most elongated varieties when less than two inches in diameter or six to eight inches long.

Harvest pattypan types when three to four inches in diameter. Do not allow summer squash to become large, hard and seedy. Remove oversized squash and discard to maintain the yield potential of the plants. Your chickens will love these!

Squash grows rapidly and is usually ready to pick within two to four days after flowering. Although summer squash has both male and female flowers, only the female flowers produce fruit. Since the fruit is immature when harvested, it bruises easily.

Handle with care and use immediately after picking. Some gardeners also pick the open blossoms before the fruit develops. These blossoms are a delicacy when dipped in batter and fried.

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POLICE

June 24, 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 June 14, 2015 Report was taken of a stranger trying to make inappropriate contact with adolescent children at a local residence. Case pending.

June 15, 2015 No reports on file.

June 16, 2015 Daniel Chaney, 19, of Mena was served an outstanding warrant for probation violation.

June 17, 2015 Officers responded to an alarm call at a local pawn shop. The area was cleared, and a key-holder arrived.

June 18, 2015 Report was taken of a dispute over the ownership and care of a dog. The parties came to an agreement and the matter resolved itself.

Hannah Leeann White, 32, of Mena was served an outstanding warrant for theft-ofproperty.

June 19, 2015 A Mena man reported that he had been threatened with bodily harm. Suspect has not been located. Case is pending.

Report was taken of an altercation between siblings regarding the estate of a late parent. No charges have been filed at this time.

Report was taken of a woman leaving her wallet in the restroom at a local convenience store. When she returned, the wallet was gone. Case is pending review of surveillance tapes.

Cora Leeann Wright, 34, of Mena was arrested and charged with public intoxication after a call to the local hospital regarding a woman who damaged a door at the facility.

She was additionally served an outstanding warrant for failure-to-appear.

June 20, 2015 No reports filed.

Officers worked six accidents.

Polk County Sheriff’s Department June 15, 2015 Report from complainant on Highway 4

Weekly Publication West near Cove of vandalism to a vehicle, causing $1,000.00 in damages, and of being threatened by an acquaintance. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near the Big Fork community of a missing license plate, valued at $25.00.

Report from a church on Polk 282 in Hatfield of the theft of electronics, valued at $200.00. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 57 near the Nunley community of vandalism to a mailbox, causing $40.00 in damages. Investigation continues.

Arrested was David P. Schmidt, 50, of Mena, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

June 16, 2015 Report from complainant on Polk 71 in the Yocana community of an unauthorized person on their property led to the arrest of Ashley A. Cashi, 31, of Mena, on a Charge of Criminal Trespass.

Traffic stop on Highway 71 in Mena led to a Citation for No Liability Insurance being issued to Shanna Kahn, 50, of Mena. Arrested was Jeremiah C. Kahn, 30, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of Meth or Cocaine with Purpose to Deliver and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Also arrested was Christopher M. Sanders, 27, of Mena, on Charges of Disorderly Conduct and Possession of an Instrument of Crime.

Report from complainant on Polk 624 near the Board Camp community of damage done to personal property by livestock running at large. Investigation continues.

June 17, 2015 Report from complainant on Polk 35 near Hatfield of the theft of a chainsaw, valued at $600.00. Investigation continues.

Arrested was Howard W. Blume, Jr., 20, of Mena, on a Warrant for Bond Revocation.

June 18, 2015 Arrested was James E. Shewmake, 51, of Fort Smith, on a Warrant for Violation of Suspended Imposition of Sentence and a Body Attachment Warrant.

Arrested was Justin L. Wray, 33, of Mena, on a Charge of Public Intoxication.

Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Joey S. Higgins, 30, of Grannis, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

June 19, 2015 Report of a structure fire on Highway 71 South in Hatfield. Investigation continues into the origin of the fire.

Report of a disturbance on Polk 18 near Vandervoort. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested was David P. Schmidt, 50, of Mena, on a Warrant for Theft of Property.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Burnie L. Clark, 58, of Wickes, on Charges of DWI-Drugs, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License and Endangering the Welfare of a Minor 2nd Degree.

Arrested by a trooper with the Arkansas State Police was Kelly S. Watson, 28, of Wickes, on Charges of DWI, Careless/Prohibited Driving and Public Intoxication.

June 20, 2015 Arrested by an officer with the Grannis Police Department was Trevor C. Hodges, 27, of DeQueen, on a Warrant for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

June 21, 2015 Report from complainant on Polk 48 near the Potter community of the theft of a pellet rifle, valued at $188.00. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 90 near the Acorn community of a break-in and theft of electronics, valued at $50.00. Investigation continues.

Report from walk-in complainant of a do-

mestic disturbance that had occurred earlier.

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

Traffic stop led to a 17-year-old Cove male being issued a Citation for Failure to Obey a Stop Sign. A 15-year-old Cove male was issued a Juvenile Citation for Possession of Intoxicating Liquor by a Minor. Both juveniles were released to the custody of a parent/ guardian.

Report from a business on Highway 71 North near the Acorn community of a vehicle driving into a building, causing $8,000.00 in damages. Suspect agreed to pay for repairs.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked two vehicle accidents this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 23 Incarcerated Inmates; 21 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility, of which 9 are currently out of jail on a monitoring system.

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Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting. Home repair and painting. Small to medium jobs. Also lawn and garden 7/1 work. Call 870-334-2068

Clean & Comfortable housing since 1969, J. Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals. Hwy 71 North, Mena, AR. TFN 479-394-1252.

Books & Stuf, 704 Mena Street - Books on cassette tape 6/24 are 50% off, Star Trek books $1.00, check us out I buy gold jewelry, scrap, dental and sterling silver. Also

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Dan’s Cash-N-Gun. 100 Hwy 71 S at 1st Street, Mena.

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4 Rent - 2Br, 2BA Brick in Mena. Has Central H/ A, stove, fridge, WD Connection. No pets or indoor smoking. Rent $475.00, Deposit $400.00.References Needed. 394-4634.

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Scott’s Lawn Care - Small, Medium and Large properties. Reasonable rates and Friendly service. 394-7599 or 234-3707.

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Dylan is ready to go anywhere to be your new puppy! He is neutered, current on his puppy shots and started on crate training. He knows sit, shake and is learning to retrieve too! Friendly, handsome, happy, playful, intelligent...he has it all! He will prove to be a faithful and loyal companion. Imagine inviting Dylan to share your life with you! Dylan is in a foster home. Please contact the shelter to make an appointment to meet him.

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