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Mena School District Underbudget on LDES Project (MENA) Members of the Mena School Board heard from Superintendent Benny Weston on various updates that the district has been involved with. The meeting got underway with “deepest regrets” from the school district on the loss of two longtime educators that served Mena Schools for a longtime. Mary Margaret Fassler and Bill Abernathy. Fassler was a teacher for 43 years, many of which was spent at Mena. . Abernathy was a Superintendent for the school district from 1972 to 1987, when he left the district to become the President of then Rich Mountain Community College, later on becoming a State Representative for three terms. The board approved renewals on various contracts. Their approval with Aramark on the school breakfast and lunch programs, came with a ten cent across

the board increase in ticket prices. That increase came as a result of minimum wage increases that have taken effect. The new prices for lunch will be $2.75 for students and $3.70 for adults; while breakfast will go to $1.70 for students and $2.35 for adults. In that same area, the board approved a renewal with Verizon Software on the districts food service collection software program. The board also approved purchasing a 2016 School Bus for $60,500, that comfortably seats 72 passengers. The district is also being pro–active on the attracting of potential new students and how they will deal with that process. Weston mentioned that the district will have two ways of accepting new students. The first way is by allowing a two-week

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Mena School District Superinterdent, Benny Westin was presented a refund check from Phil Jones and Scott Stokenbeder of the CR Crawford Construction Company. Submitted photo.

Dale ‘DC’ Spencer Way Dedicated Monday Morning

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(MENA) The roadway leading into Aubrey Tapley Park in Mena now has a new name. The roadway has been known as RECREATION LANE and on Monday morning, members of Mena City Council and family members of the late Dale Spencer, were on hand for the rededication of that lane that was renamed DALE DC SPENCER LANE. This comes after council approved at their May Council meeting to rename the roadway after longtime area resident and engineer whom provided a lot of guidance and assistance on area projects. Spencer passed away earlier this year and formerly worked for the Arkansas Highway Department and was the architect for the Talimena Scenic Byway, that starts in downtown Mena.

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Picture shows the family members of the late Dale DC Spencer on Monday, June 3, 2019.

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(MENA) After having storms or rain for the last three monthly Cash Mobs, Judy Thompson, Downtown Liaison, says it’s time to have fun in the sun. Therefore, the theme for the June Mob is beach party fun. The event will be held at American Artisans on Saturday, June 8, 10 AM. There will be complimentary refreshments, door prizes, games and other fun prior to the name of the shop to be ‘mobbed’ being drawn. The Cash Mob is an on-going project of the Mena Downtown Partners since October, 2017, to promote its Buy Local campaign and provide an opportunity for fun and socializing. A Cash Mob is a community effort that joins people together to support local businesses. In this effort, the Cash Mob converges on a participating downtown shop that is a member of the Downtown Partners. Cash Mobs bring an immediate economic impact to a locally-owned business with long-term positive results. The Mob meets the second Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM at a predetermined place for morning refreshments. All participating MDP retailers who have not yet been selected on this round will have their business names placed in a con-

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Through the MDP member businesses, door prizes and special incentives are given to Mob’sters. Rules are simple 1) Commit to spend at least $20 at each Cash Mob and 2) Have fun. Thompson advises that one does not have to be pre-registered as a Mob member. Just show up and sign in at the door. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and hang out with old friends. Everyone is invited.

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tainer. One of the Mob’sters will draw the name and then the Mob will proceed to the selected business for a fun shopping experience. Cash Mobs continue to be more popular throughout the country and are an entertaining way to encourage shoppers into businesses where they not only normally shop but also to stores that they are not familiar with. The monthly Mobs provide an opportunity to shop at various businesses.

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Reflections From Faith and History by Jeff Olson Attempting to appropriately honor an event the magnitude of D-Day in only a single article is futile at best, but this should suffice not only as a concise reminder of history’s largest and most consequential amphibious military operation but also as a sobering reminder of the high cost of freedom. In addition, I hope this missive may serve as an impetus to inspire you to learn more because within this epic event can be found individual acts of courage and sacrifice unsurpassed in the annals of human endeavor and military history. And, I think you also will discover that there was much more than just humanity and circumstances involved. As expressed in a prayer offered by Lt Col Robert L. Wolverton to his battalion shortly before the D-Day parachute drop behind enemy lines. It reads in part, “God almighty, in a few short hours we will be in battle with the enemy. We do not join battle afraid. We do not ask favors or indulgence but ask that, if You will, use us as Your instrument for the right and an aid in returning peace to the world.” Soon thereafter he was killed by German machine gun fire in an orchard outside SaintCome-du-Mont, Normandy, France. After France fell to the Nazis in 1940 during World War II, the idea of an Allied invasion of Western Europe began to develop. The Allies understood that in order for the Germans to be soundly defeated they would have to eventually be driven back to their homeland. The decision to undertake a cross-channel invasion was addressed at the Trident Conference in May 1943. At the Quebec Conference in August 1943, Winston Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt accepted the initial draft of the plan, which was code-named Overlord. The decision to mount the invasion was cemented at the Teheran Conference held in November

and December 1943. Dwight D. Eisenhower described the assemblage of Allied forces in Britain for the D-Day invasion of northern France as “a great human spring, coiled for the moment when its energy would be released and it would vault the English Channel in the greatest amphibious assault ever attempted.” Seventy-five years ago this week, that assault occurred on the beaches of Normandy. The Normandy campaign involved 39 Allied divisions, totaling over one million military personnel, including the combined forces of 156,115 U.S., British and Canadian troops, 6,939 ships and landing vessels, 13,000 aircraft and 867 gliders that delivered airborne troops. Those crossing the English Channel faced German forces well-fortified across a 60-mile front. The invasion was originally set for Monday, June 5, but bad weather and rough seas forced a delay. On the morning of June 5, Eisenhower, assured by his chief meteorologist of a break in the weather, announced, “O.K. We’ll Go.” In his message, sent just, prior to the invasion, the general told the troops, “...You are about to embark upon a great crusade...The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty loving people everywhere march with you....you will bring about the destruction of the German war machine, the elimination of Nazi tyranny over the oppressed peoples of Europe, and security for ourselves in a free world. Your task will not be an easy one. Your enemy is well trained, well equipped and battle-hardened. He will fight savagely....I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty and skill in battle. We will accept nothing less than full victory! Good luck, and let us all beseech the blessings of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.”

Minesweepers had gone ahead to clear the water and paratroopers dropped behind enemy lines to capture bridges and railroad tracks. At dawn, June 6, 1944, battleships opened fire on the beaches and at 6:30 am troops from America, Great Britain, Canada and France stormed ashore releasing that tense coiled spring that the General described. One commander told his men that only two types of people would stay on the beach, those dead and those going to die, so they had better push forward - and push forward they did! At D-Day’s end, all five landing beaches had been secured and at a cost of approximately 10,000 Allied casualties, including more than 4,400 dead. By the end of June 11, 326,547 troops, 54,186 vehicles and 104,428 tons of supplies had been landed on the beaches. In addition to the troops

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who landed in Normandy on D-Day and those in supporting roles at sea and in the air, hundreds of thousands more men and women in the Allied countries were involved in the preparations for D-Day. They played many different roles, both in the armed forces and as civilians. By the end of July, Allied forces had broken through the German lines into open country thus establishing a toehold in northern Europe. The enemy’s retreat inland was underway, marking the beginning of the end for Nazis Germany. As stated during a D-Day anniversary some years back: “...so the men we are celebrating today and commemorating those dead are the people who not only liberated Europe but made possible the freedoms we all enjoy today.”

UA-Rich Mountain Student Center Groundbreaking Ceremony Set For June 11th (MENA) The University of Arkansas – Rich Mountain will undertake one of its largest projects to date with a scheduled groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, June 11th that will see a $7.5 million dollar on – campus housing and student union building. Dr. Phillip Wilson, Chancellor of the University describes the project as “the most transformative building project in its history” and will take place directly behind the Ouachita Center on the main campus. The ground breaking ceremony will take place at 5:30pm and the public is invited to

attend the event. The groundbreaking ceremony was originally scheduled for Monday, June 3rd, but, was postponed and will be combined with their Foundation’s Picnic Fundraiser scheduled for June 11th at 6 p.m. The public is invited for a casual summer evening on the Beam Veranda and Union Bank Plaza behind the Ouachita Center for Barbeque and all the fixings. The cost for the picnic is $30 per person. Attendees are asked to RSVP by June 8th to (479)394-7622 ext. 1221.

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Police Reports... 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.

Polk County Sheriff’s Report May 27, 2019 • Report from complainant on Polk 141 near Cove of the theft of a pressure washer, valued at $250.00. Complainant called the next day to advise that their property had been returned. May 28, 2019 • Report from complainant on Race Lane near Mena of an incident that had occurred at an earlier date. • Report from complainant on Polk 78 near Potter of the theft of a vehicle. Investigation continues. • Report from complainant on Saddler Drive in Wickes of the violation of an Order of Protection. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. • Report from complainant on Polk 76 West near Mena of an attempted scam. • Report from complainant on Polk 57 near Nunley of a domestic disturbance that had occurred earlier. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. May 29, 2019 • Report from complainant on Polk 130 near Rocky of damage done to two vehicle tires. Investigation continues. May 30, 2019 • Report from complainant on Polk 54 near Mena of an abandoned wrecked vehicle on their property. Deputy responded. • Report from complainant on East Street in Cove of the break-in to a vacant property. Investigation continues. • Report of a disturbance on Polk 168 near Potter. Deputies responded. • Arrested was Shawn M. Leach, 27, of Mena, on Charges of Battery 1st Degree and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a Warrant for Probation Violation. May 31, 2019 • Report from a Mena man of problems regarding child custody exchange. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration. • Report of a domestic disturbance on Highway 71 North near Mena led to the arrest of Natasha S. N. Drager, 20, of Mena, on a Charge of Domestic Battery 3rd Degree. • Report from complainant on Sunset Lane near Vandervoort of a missing family

member. Deputy responded. The individual was later located. • Report from a Cove man of a disturbance involving juveniles. Deputy responded. Information has been forwarded to the Polk County Juvenile Office. June 1, 2019 • Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation/Parole was David C. Egger, 29, of Mena, on a Warrant for a Parole Hold. June 2, 2019 • Report of a domestic disturbance on Polk 671 near Mena. Deputy responded. Suspect fled the scene before deputy arrived. Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 24 Incarcerated Inmates , with 6 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

Mena Police Department Report Mena Police Department Reports for the Week of May 26, 2019 through June 1, 2019 follow: May 26, 2019 • Officers took a theft complaint from a local residence. • Patricia Jackson, 51, was arrested for criminal trespassing at a local department store. May 28, 2019 • Kacey Murray, was arrested on a warrant after a traffic stop May 29, 2019 • Vicky Franz, 55, was arrested for public intoxication and criminal trespass after a call to a local residence. • Patricia Mcallister, 49, was charged with theft of property after a complaint was made from a local department store. • A theft report was taken from a local department store. The case is under investigation. May 30, 2019 • A theft complaint was taken from a man at a local convenience store. Due to the man not wanting to press charges, the case is closed. • A theft complaint was taken from a local department store. The case is under investigation. • Christopher Ridley, 56, was charged with public intoxication after a call to a disturbance.

• Ashley Cain, 24, was arrested on a warrant at a local business. May 31, 2019 • Monica Quillin, 37, was arrested on a warrant at a local residence. • Karson Crawford, 26, was arrested for possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and careless or prohibited charges after officers responded to an accident on Highway 71. • Harold Ingram, 67, was arrested for DWI, careless or prohibited driving, and no vehicle license after officers responded to an accident on Highway 71. • A theft report was taken at a local residence. The case is under investigation. June 1, 2019 • A report of fraudulent use of a debit/ credit card was taken. The case is under investigation. • Robert Pierce, 40, was arrested for driving on a suspended license and no liability insurance after a traffic stop. • Joshua Wilson, 39, was charged with theft of property after a complaint was made from a local department store.

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Arkansas Tourism Open For Business And Ready To Help

(LITTLE ROCK) Summertime is fun time in Arkansas, and our state is open for business and waiting to welcome you to The Natural State. From our majestic mountains to our sparkling blue recreational waters, Arkansas is ready to help families make new vacation memories. “The flooding in our state has been challenging for those impacted,” said Jim Shamburger, chairman of the State Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission. “However, it is isolated and confined to areas along the Arkansas River. The rest of the state is in great shape and our interstate system, including Interstates 30 and 40, are clear for travel.” Only Pinnacle Mountain State Park in central Arkansas is currently closed. Arkansas public and private lodging accommodations, federal recreation areas, and outdoor sporting venues are open and ready for your business. “No matter the activity – water sports, fishing, biking or road trips – our tourism industry is ready to make this a summer to remember with the outstanding hospitality for which Arkansas is known,” Shamburger said. Tourism is the second largest industry in Arkansas with an annual economic impact of approximately $7.5 billion and employing more than 116,000 Arkansans.

Walmart Stockholders Meeting This Week In Bentonville

(FAYETTEVILLE) About 16,000 people from around the world will converge on Northwest Arkansas this week for Wal Mart Inc.'s annual shareholders meeting and celebration for employees. While the latter event, held Friday morning and known for its party like atmosphere with A-list celebrities, typically draws the most attention, this year's formal business meeting on Wednesday is already grabbing much of the spotlight. That's because presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders is scheduled to attend to present a proposal filed by a Walmart employee and shareholder seeking to add an hourly employee to Walmart's board of directors. The Wednesday meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. at the John Q. Hammons Center in Rogers. Wednesday's agenda also includes votes on two shareholder proposals listed in the Bentonville retailer's recent proxy statement: a request to strengthen prevention of workplace sexual harassment, and a request to adopt cumulative voting. Wal Mart's board of directors has recommended shareholders reject both proposals. Shareholders also will vote on 12 director nominees, eight of whom are for independent seats. The nominees are Cesar Conde, Steve Easterbrook, Tim Flynn, Sarah Friar, Carla Harris, Tom Horton, Marissa Mayer, Wal Mart President and Chief Executive Officer Doug McMillon, current board chairman Greg Penner, Steve Reinemund, Rob Walton and Steuart Walton. Wednesday evening, Walmart employees will be treated to a free concert at Bud Walton Arena on the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville campus. On Thursday, the retailer will host tours of its stores and clubs. Another popular spot for visitors during shareholders week is the Walmart Museum, Sam Walton's original Five and Dime in downtown Bentonville. All the activities lead up to the main event -- Friday's star-studded celebration and business update for employees and shareholders. It will be held at Bud Walton Arena starting at 8 a.m.

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Razorbacks Selected In Major League Baseball Draft

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(FAYETTEVILLE) Dominic Fletcher and Isaiah Campbell had to wait until nearly the end of the first two rounds of Monday night’s Major League Baseball Draft were completed, but then the University of Arkansas teammates went back-to-back with two of the last four picks of the day. Fletcher, a junior center fielder from Cypress, California, was taken 75th as a second-round compensatory pick by the Arizona Diamondbacks. Campbell, a redshirt junior right-handed pitcher from Olathe, Kan., then was picked 76th by the Seattle Mariners. The slotted signing bonus for Fletcher is $818,000, and $805,600 for Campbell, according to MLB.com. Arkansas junior left-handed closer Matt Cronin figures to be picked early today when the draft continues at noon with rounds 3 though 10. Cronin (1-0, 2.00 ERA) was a second-team All-SEC pick who has 12 saves this season and 40 strikeouts with 14 walks in 27 innings. Other Razorbacks who could be drafted Tuesday or Wednesday include senior first baseman Trevor Ezell, junior second baseman Jack Kenley, junior pitchers Kevin Kopps and Cody Scroggins, junior infielder Jordan McFarland, senior catcher Zack Plunkett and redshirt freshman third baseman Jacob Nesbit.

(MENA) Mena City Council’s Finance Committee held a special meeting Monday morning at Aubrey Tapley Park, just after the conclusion of the rededication of Recreation Lane to Dale DC Spencer Lane. Committee members met in the pavilion area near the concession stand. Members commended the way that the Tapley Park staff has kept the park looking very good. Linda Rexroad advised the committee that the renewal of the city’s Certificate of Deposits were coming due in early July and asked committee members about seeking a Request for Proposal to get the best possible rates on the existing CD’s. Rexroad suggested that the city explore the possibility of adding an additional CD, that would give the city the ability of making some interest on some of their funds, to have for any future projects that the city may want to work on. The question on what the penalty would be if the city would need to cash a CD in for a project was asked, with Rexroad commenting that the only penalty would be that the interest payment would not be garnered for that month that the funds would be used. Councilman Andy Brown made the motion to explore those options, with Dwight Douglas seconding the motion. Rexroad will solicit those proposals from area banks and report back to Council.

Scripps National Spelling Bee Finalist Gets Frogged (WASHINGTON, DC) Pavani Chittemsetty of Bentonville fared well in the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals, correctly spelling her first two words Thursday before misspelling a third. A seventh-grader at Northwest Arkansas Classical Academy, Pavani is the daughter of Murali Chittemsetty and Dhana Varikunta. Out of 562 contestants, Pavani was one of 50 to advance to the final day of competition and one of 40 who gave correct answers during the day's initial round. Her word was "anastylosis." Derived from Greek, it means "the reconstruction of a monument from fallen parts." In the next round, the second of the day and the fifth overall, Pavani correctly spelled "ornithichnite" -- the "fossil footprint of a bird." One of 34 spellers who made it to the sixth round, Pavani was finally defeated after misspelling "ferreiro" -- a type of Brazilian tree frog. After thanking the bee's official pronouncer, 1980 spelling bee champion Jacques Bailly, Pavani walked off the stage, gently slapping hands with fellow

contestants as she departed. At age 13, Pavani still has one year of eligibility remaining. A two-time winner of the Arkansas State Spelling Bee, Pavani claimed the state title in 2016 and 2018. She reached this year's national competition by way of the RSVBee program, an alternative route for those who haven't won their state or regional contests. Unlike traditional entrants, these competitors pay a $1,500 fee. To qualify for the finals, she correctly spelled two words on stage Tuesday while also acing Monday's multiple choice spelling and vocabulary test. Pavani's little brother, Srikar Chittemsetty, also gained admission to the national competition via the RSVBee program. The 11-year-old sixth-grader at Creekside Middle School in Bentonville correctly spelled two words during Tuesday's rounds, but his overall score wasn't high enough to qualify for Thursday's finals. Ahilan Eraniyan of Bentonville, winner of this year's state bee, also spelled two words correctly, but the Haas Hall Academy eighth-grader didn't advance.

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GARY RYAN

SEBREN Gary Ryan Sebren, age 68, of Mena, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at the VA Hospital in Little Rock after a long battle with heart disease and diabetes. He was born on Tuesday, August 29, 1950 to Howard and Nelly Allen Sebren in Houston, Texas. Gary served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. Gary was baptized at Berean Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. He enjoyed woodworking and hunting in his younger days. He also worked at a horse stable in his youth. Gary worked in the tugboat business as a Port Captain. He loved books, music, cooking and made very good barbecue. He was loved by four cats and a large dog. Gary was a loving

RACHEL LOUISE

HOWARD Rachel Louise Howard age 80 of Mena, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 27, 2019 in Mena. She was born on April 19, 1939 in Brownstown, Arkansas to the late Earl Jones and the late Imogene Gladys Hall Jones. Rachel had a beautiful soul and was loving person. She enjoyed “junkin” as she was a collector of anything and everything. Rachel also liked to relax by sitting in the sunshine and was a talented seamstress. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grand-

husband, father and a great friend and will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents. Gary is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Susan Sebren of Mena; one son, Andy Ryan Sebren of Missouri; and a host of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with brother Jerry Musgrove officiating. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. In Lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project via mail at PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517 or online at https:// www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

mother, and friend to all who knew her. She is survived by her son Johnny Walter Brock; daughters: Edith McCloud, Kathy Richie, Deanna Bullard, and Debra Howell; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rachel was preceded in death by her parents; a son Kenneth Lewis Brock; daughter Joyce Faye Brock, five brothers and four sisters. Graveside service was Monday, June 3, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Witherspoon Cemetery with Brother Donnie Jewell officiating. Service under the direction of the Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. Online obituary at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com

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Arkansas Strong - Historic Flooding on Arkansas River The Arkansas River is experiencing historic flooding that has unfortunately resulted in Natural State homes, businesses and communities now finding themselves underwater. The water level has surpassed the record floods of 2015, 1990, 1941 and 1927. What we are facing is unprecedented, however the strength of Arkansas is its people. Arkansans are rising to meet this challenge. As I travel around our state, I have seen the willingness of friends, neighbors and strangers who are helping and supporting Arkansans in need. We can be encouraged by volunteers who filled sandbags to build barriers against the water, businesses that opened their doors to provide families displaced by floods with food and housing and individuals who helped others get to higher ground. The all-hands-on-deck efforts demonstrate how so many communities are eager to assist their families, friends and even strangers in these difficult circumstances. This natural disaster is truly bringing out our best. Having spent much of this week visiting communities hard hit by flooding and surveying damage, I am heartened to see the strength and mental fortitude of Arkansans. While we don't yet know the full impact of this disaster, it is considerable. President Trump issued an emergency declaration for Arkansas, allowing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide assistance for emergency protective measures for 16 counties spanning across our state. On Thursday, Governor Asa Hutchinson invited members of the Arkansas Congressional Delegation to participate in an aerial tour of flooding across the state. We saw the scope of the disaster at Toad Suck,

Dardanelle, Ozark, Trimble Lock and Dam, Van Buren and Fort Smith. Having grown up in Fort Smith, I’ve never seen water levels in the community this high. The power of Mother Nature is truly remarkable. This continues to be a dangerous situation and we are fortunate to have the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management, law enforcement, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Arkansas National Guard and many other organizations and individuals who are closely monitoring the water levels, levees and dams and are ready to respond to potential emergencies. President Trump recognized these efforts, tweeting that Arkansas’s “local officials are doing a great job” in responding to the flooding. I have been in close contact with state and local leaders and have maintained an open line of communication with the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM). Personnel are working extended shifts in order to keep residents safe. I appreciate their tireless efforts to respond to this historic natural disaster. This is one of the worst natural disasters in our state’s history, but we can be proud of the resolve that Arkansans have demonstrated to face this challenge. There is a long road ahead to recovery and my office stands ready to help. Federal government resources are critical in the immediate aftermath of this devastating event. I’m committed to ensuring the federal response is appropriate and timely. My staff and I will continue to support the needs of our state as we get through this disaster and lead coordination between the federal government and state and local officials that will be necessary for recovery and rebuilding.

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Helicopter Crash at Music Festival

Three people died and a fourth person was injured in the crash of a sight seeing helicopter on Sunday in Franklin County. The helicopter was conducting flying tours over the Backwoods Music Festival at Mulberry Mountain north of Ozark. Search and rescue crews were called when a report was received Sunday afternoon that the helicopter was missing. After the first call came in, rescue crews found the downed helicopter through a cell phone ping from a passenger's 911 call. Franklin County Sheriff, Anthony Boen, confirmed the deceased as Pilot Chuck

Dixon, and passengers Sarah Hill and Marco Ornelas. A fourth passenger who has not been identified as yet was airlifted from the scene of the crash and is listed in critical condition at Saint Francis Hospital. According to its website Mulberry Mountain is a 650 acre event facility capable of sustaining small and large gatherings of all kinds. The festival hosted top Bluegrass acts, The Infamous String Dusters, Yonder Mountain String Band and this years Lum and Abner headliner, Arkansauce.

Attorney General Mobile Office To Visit Mena

(MENA) The Arkansas Attorney General Mobile Office will visit Mena and Polk County on Tuesday, June 25th at the Mena / Polk County Senior Center. The mobile offices assist constituents with consumer-related issues in filing consumer complaints and providing information about scams, identity theft, fraud and other protections. The various events of focus that day will be on Prescription Drug Take Back with Polk County Sheriff Scott Sawyer, in which authorities will be collecting prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines,

vitamins, pet medicines, medicated ointments and lotions, inhalers, liquid medicines in glass or leak-proof containers and medicine samples. Another topic that day will have a presentation that will focus on Senior Scams and Identity Theft Prevention. Seniors and older adults can learn about common scams that target them, along with ways to spot and prevent identity theft. The mobile office will be at the Mena / Polk County Senior Center, located at 401 Autumn Drive in Mena. The office will be on site from 10am to 11:30am.

Regional Circuit Court Schedule (MENA) The Polk County Circuit Court will be busy on Monday, as criminal arraignments and status updates will be addressed beginning at 9am.. However, on Wednesday more arraignments and pleas will be made with additional Jury trials getting underway with two cases on the docket.

Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner will present cases against Eric Thacker and Ashley Churnley on Thursday. Before heading to Montgomery County on Friday for four cases. Riner will present cases against Harry Laird, Gary Dillard, Waylon Cogburn and Jonathan Cogburn in Mount Ida.

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OLT Benson Awards Held at The Ouachita Center (MENA) The Benson Awards were held on Saturday evening, June 1st at The Ouachita Center on the campus of the University of Arkansas – Rich Mountain. The BIG winners were Tom Sawyer, Miracle Worker and Southern Hospitality and Mary Poppins. Jerod McPherson, who played Bert in Mary Poppins, won for Best Lead Actor in a Musical. Lana Gail Coogan won Best Lead Actress in a Musical.

Scotty Jenkins won Best Lead Actor and Amanda Baker for Best Lead Actress in a Comedy. George Bailey from It’s A Wonderful Life, played by Mike Moe won the Best Lead Actor for a Drama. Meanwhile, Alexa Night won the Best Lead Actress for a Drama. The three hour event was well attended and was hosted by Polk County Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner who did an outstanding job in keeping the audience attentive.

Cadaver Cooler Issue Settled (MENA) Polk County Coroner will see a new cadaver cooler coming his way, after the Polk County Quorum Court approved purchasing a new unit for $7,071 from a Tennessee firm. The current cadaver cooler that is located at the Beasley–Wood Funeral Home, was put up for bids and only one

bid was accepted, by Beasley–Wood Funeral Home for $2,500. The appraised value of the cooler was $3,300. The cadaver cooler is needed for the occasional use of holding a body for the State Crime Lab. In addition, the coroner must have continued custody and access to the cooler, according to state regulations.

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-Projects from pg. 1 The first way is by allowing a two-week transfer window prior to the start of the new school year and also a two week window prior to the start of the 2nd semester. The other way is through the state’s School Choice window of March 1st through May 1st. That initiative allows parents and students to transfer to another district within the state, whether they live in that district or not. The competitive nature of attracting students and providing the best educational opportunities for those students has gotten more creative for districts like Mena and other nearby ones in recent years. The school board also heard last Tuesday night from maintenance officials on what will be an aggressive approach in keeping the schools facilities in “tip top shape” and have prioritized those projects. Most of those improvements will be seen at Holly Harshmann Elementary, Mena Middle School and at the high school. The district administrative and maintenance staff, along with the building principals are working together to maintain a coordinated

effort in keeping the facilities in the best shape possible. The board will also be adding L.E.D. lights at some of the districts gymnasiums. This will give the district a true cost – savings over time, that will be beneficial in the more efficient costs and the brighter lights that will light up those areas, at a cost of approximately $25,000. Weston noted that the $8.1 million project at Louise Durham Elementary School is almost complete. The district came in under budget on the project and was able to save $74, 758. Weston mentioned that the district staff will be going to a four day work week beginning June 3rd and lasting until August 1st. During that time, new High School Principal David Maxwell will have started. Maxwell is coming into the district from Arkadelphia. Maxwell was originally slated to start July 1st, but, Maxwell will be getting an earlier start to his new position, after the board voted to give Maxwell an interim contract so that he may be able to participate in the district training sessions and by also attending other district meetings.

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Vandervoort Elementary School - Honor Roll 2nd Semester Honor Roll Kindergarten - All A’s; Madelyn Ashcraft, Starla Ashcraft, Averiona Burkett, John Burks, Jace Butler, Lynus Campbell, Cara Cumpton, Bryce Cureton, Sarah Davis, Jazlyn Elder, Brayden Erwin, Katie Gibbons, Addelyn Glenn, Kimber Green, Bryce Herndon, Corbyn Long, Brynlee Mayo, Jaxon Mullen, Easton Owens, Kylaa Provence, Cedric Rogers, Amanda Romine, Natalie Seigrist, Layla Sparks, Aubree Turner, Joey Wade, Brody Ward. Kindergarten - All A’s & B’s; Shooter Beggs, Braden Perales. First Grade- All A’s; Adelyn Barton, Evan Baxter, Alleigh Bennett, Vivi Brewer, Aiden Broach, Jasmine Dunn, Adalyn Elder, Kaden Erwin, Amelia Espinola, Christian Fairless, Shaelynn Manning, Aleigha Perales, Savanna Seigrist, Max Watkins. First Grade - All A’s & B’s; Alicia Aaron, Smitty Baxter, Easton Bryce, Makenzie Butler, Loki Christensen, Christopher Dickens, Lacy Robinson, Jeliza Turner, Jolena Turner, Kristina Wilkinson. Second Grade- All A’s; Leliana Anglin, Bentley Deaton, Cambree Manning, Ariana Shaver, Joslyn Watkins. Second Grade - All A’s & B’s; Makenzie Arthur, Gracelee Burk, Easton Johnson, Drake Jopling, Tristan Pollard, Natalie Rushing, Jace Shouse, Braxton Wilkinson, Saphina Zimmerman. Third Grade- All A’s; Tempy Bell. Third Grade - All A’s & B’s; Makayla Arthur, Brody Creel, Ashley Hopkins, Beaudy Lile, Jacee McGhee, Connor Rogers, Trinity Standridge. Fourth Grade- All A’s : Tayden Broach, Flint Dickerson, Rylee Manning, Jade Watkins. Fourth Grade - All A’s & B’s; Ayden

Arthur, Natalie Bailey, Laycee Burt, Thomas Chesser, Anthony Johnson, Jamey Johnson. Fifth Grade- All A’s; None Fifth Grade - All A’s & B’s; Ella Ballew, Jake Barrett, Maleena Hopkins. Sixth Grade - All A’s: Elijah Smith, Bradley Wade Sixth Grade - All A’s & B’s; Jennifer Arce, Dani Atchley, Michelle Broach, Tatiana Bromlow, Laci Dixon, Riley Dunn, Shawn Harris, Bradley Harwood, Jayden Johnson, Karley Loveless, Kyler McKee, Mattie Ross, Kaylee Ward All Year Honor Roll Kindergarten - All A’s; Madelyn Ashcraft, Averiona Burkett, John Burks, Jace Butler, Lynus Campbell, Cara Cumpton, Bryce Cureton, Sarah Davis, Jazlyn Elder, Katie Gibbons, Addelyn Glenn, Kimber Green, Corbyn Long, Kylaa Provence, Cedric Rogers, Amanda Romine, Natatlie Seigrist, Layla Sparks, Aubree Turner, Joey Wade, Brody Ward. Kindergarten - All A’s & B’s; Starla Ashcraft, Shooter Beggs, Easton Owens. First Grade- All A’s; Adelyn Barton, Evan Baxter, Vivi Brewer, Aiden Broach, Adalyn Elder, Amelia Espinola, Christian Fairless, Shaelynn Manning, Korben Neal, Savanna Seigrist, Max Watkins. First Grade - All A’s & B’s; Alicia Aaron, Smitty Baxter, Alleigh Bennett, Jasmine Dunn, Jeliza Turner, Jolena Turner, Kristina Wilkinson. Second Grade- All A’s; Lely Anglin, Cambree Manning, Ariana Shaver, Joslyn Watkins. Second Grade - All A’s & B’s; Bentley Deaton, Gracelee Burk, Tristan Polllard. Third Grade- All A’s; None

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June Is Great Outdoors Month in Arkansas-Get Out And See the Outdoors By Zoie Clift, Travel Writer (LITTLE ROCK) June is Great Outdoors Month, and with a name like The Natural State, it's no surprise that Arkansas is an outdoor haven and perfect place to celebrate. The state's terrain is showcased via mountain ranges, waterfalls, natural bridges, lakes, rivers and different varieties of flowers and plants. You can take a deep breath of fresh Ozark or Ouachita mountain air or revel in the breeze crossing one of Arkansas's great lakes and rivers. The outdoors are a playground and perfect backdrop for your next fishing, boating, camping, hiking and biking adventure. There are also exciting opportunities for birding and wildlife watching, which are found within easy reach of every Arkansas community, including the state's largest cities. Starting out the month is National Trails Day, which takes place the first Satur-

day in June. On this day hikers, bikers, paddlers, horseback riders, trail clubs and more come together to clean up and maintain trails. Hiking in Arkansas is a great way to experience the beauty of The Natural State. Arkansas is home to several long-distance trails and dozens of shorter hikes that are enjoyable in any season. The state’s diverse topography offers a range of scenic territory to explore. The variety of landscapes includes mountains, pine and bottomland hardwood forests, and rivers and streams. Arkansas is also home to 52 state parks, three national forests and a wealth of terrain to choose from for your Arkansas adventure, whether you prefer mountain biking, cycling, floating, kayaking or hiking. (Please remember that staying hydrated is crucial in the summer in Arkansas as well as having access to escape the heat if need be.)

With pristine lakes, rivers, and fishing holes across the state, Arkansas is a haven for fishing too. During the “Free Fishing Days” event, which begins at noon on June 7 and goes until midnight June 9, you can fish anywhere in Arkansas without fishing licenses or trout permits, according to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. Pack your swimsuit and come splash the summer away on an Arkansas beach or swimming hole. The state is home to more than 600,000 acres of lakes and 9,700 miles of streams with many campgrounds and RV parks located on or near the water for fun water activities like fishing, boating, kayaking, swimming and more. The Great American Campout takes place June 22, which spotlights the enjoyment camping with your family and friends can bring. Great Outdoors Month was established

in 1998 to celebrate nature and the outdoors. The national annual event is designated through governor proclamations and highlights the many benefits from the great outdoors. For more details on Great Outdoors Month and the events taking place during this time, visit greatoutdoorsmonth.org. For more information on outdoor offerings in Arkansas, visit arkansas. com/things-to-do/outdoors. Arkansas Tourism, a division of the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism, strives to expand the economic impact of travel and tourism in the state and enhance the quality of life for all Arkansans. The division manages 14 Arkansas Welcome Centers and employs more than 60 staff members across The Natural State. For more information, visit www.arkansas.com.

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Travel Directions by Lum & Abner Lum: Ya’ll come down and visit us at the Jot ‘Em Down Store in Pine Ridge. Abner: Lum, you art to tell folks how to get here. Don’t want ‘em turnin’ ‘round in Cherry Hill! Lum: We’re just 20 miles east of Mena on Arkansas Hwy 88. Mozy on over and tour the Lum & Abner Museum. Abner: We’ll be waiting for ya!

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS DAY ONE - FRIDAY, JUNE 7 8:00AM - SENIORS (55+) FISHING DERBY 9:45AM - PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED FISHING DERBY 10:00AM - OPENING CEREMONIES, VISIT MENA STAGE VENDOR BOOTHS OPEN PETTING ZOO & PONY RIDES OPEN 10:30AM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW 12:00PM - THE NEW CURMUDGEON COUNTRY RAMBLERS, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 1:00PM - DUNKING BOOTH OPENS, ELKS FUN CORNER 1:30PM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW 2:00PM - LOGAN LIND, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 4:00PM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW 6:00PM - THE CRUMBS, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 7:00PM - CHICKEN DROP, ELKS FUN CORNER 8:00PM - JESSE DEAN & CO., ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 8:00PM - VENDOR BOOTHS CLOSE

7:00AM - LUM & ABNER 5K REGISTRATION 8:00AM - LUM & ABNER 5K RACE LUM & ABNER 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT, HISTORIC ARMORY LION’S CLUB CAR SHOW REGISTRATION 9:00AM - KIDS (AGE 5-12) FISHING DERBY 10:00AM - OPENING CEREMONIES, VISIT MENA STAGE VENDOR BOOTHS OPEN PETTING ZOO & PONY RIDES OPEN 10:20AM - RE/MAX BABY CRAWLING CONTEST 10:30AM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW 10:45AM - RE/MAX BABY CRAWLING CONTEST 11:00AM - DUNKING BOOTH OPENS, ELKS FUN CORNER 12:00PM - MIDNIGHT WAGON, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 1:00PM - HOT DOG EATING CONTEST (YOUTH UP TO AGE 12), ELKS FUN CORNER 1:30PM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW HOT DOG EATING CONTEST (13+), ELKS FUN CORNER 2:00PM - CHAZ O’NEILL, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 3:00PM - PIE EATING CONTEST, ELKS FUN CORNER LIONS CLUB CAR SHOW ENDS 3:30PM - FLYING HOUNDS FRIZBEE TRICK DOG SHOW 4:00PM - HIGHCOUNTRY BOYS, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 5:00PM - CHICKEN DROP, ELKS FUN CORNER 6:00PM - OPAL AGAFIA & THE SWEET NOTHINGS, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE 7:00PM - LARGE CHICKEN DROP, ELKS FUN CORNER 8:00PM ARKANSAUCE, ALESHIRE ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT STAGE VENDOR BOOTHS CLOSE

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Lum & Abner... A History (MENA) How often does it happen when two boys from Polk County get noticed and hits the bigtime? For these two longtime childhood friends, Chester Lauck and Norris Goff, their lives were immensely changed between 1931 and 1954. Body Text Success from this era in the early days of radio, related to much of America, especially after the Depression and during the days of World War II. Columbus “Lum” Abner, played by Lauck and Abner Peabody, played by Goff, owners of the Jot ‘em Down Store in the fictional town of Pine Ridge, Arkansas. The town was originally known as Waters, Arkansas until local residents petitioned the town council to change its name to Pine Ridge in 1936. Only two distinctive buildings still stand in Pine Ridge, The Huddleston Store and McKinzie Store, both of which serve as The Jot ‘em Down General Store and The Lum and Abner Museum. The duo constantly came up with “crazy hair-brain” ideas to making a quick dollar, inspired by Squire Skimp’s fleecing them, before finally finding a way to redeem themselves. The two radio actors played multiple roles on the show. Common for most radio programs back in the day. They also had a LIVE house band, pretty much a string band, that kept with the show’s theme of hillbilly humor. The premise behind each episode was to emphasize that the “city slickers” would get their “just due” sooner or later and didn’t mind that they knew that they would be getting paid back in a matter of circumstances. Lauck was born in Alleene, Arkansas in 1902 and died in 1980, at the age of 80. Lauck was raised in Mena and graduated from Mena High School in 1920. Lauck was buried in Hot Springs. Lauck is a member of the Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame and the National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame – Radio Division. Goff was born in 1906 and was nicknamed as “Tuffy” and was born in Cove, Arkansas. Goff appeared in other comedies in the 1960’s, on The Andy Griffith Show and Gomer Pyle, USMC. Ironically, the two characters attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, where they honed their craft before landing an audition on a Hot Springs radio station, KTHS. After appearing in just a few shows, the program was picked up NBC Radio. The show was sponsored by the Quaker Oats Company and ran on NBC until 1932. Afterwards, the show ran independently on two Dallas / Fort Worth stations, WBAP and WFAA. One year later, in 1933, The Ford Dealers of America became their principal sponsor for a year. They saw various sponsors become associated with the program, as was typical back in the day. During this period, the show started picking up affiliations with some of the nations largest radio stations, WGN – Chaicago, WLW – Cincinnati, KNX – Los Angeles and KFRC – San Francisco. Then, the program found a permanent home on the former Mutual Broadcasting System. This was the radio network that was airing The Lone Ranger, and after picking up Lum and Abner, became one of their all-time popular programs on the network. The radio program appeared on all four major radio networks, including CBS Radio and ABC (formerly known as NBC Blue). Other notable sponsors of the radio program were Postum Cereal, Alka-Seltzer, and One-A-Day Vitamins. The dynamic comedy duo broadcast more than 5000 shows. However, only 1630 shows exist today. Most radio programs were not recorded for posterity sake, compared to today. Especially, with fifteen minute programs. In 1948, the program changed its formula to a 30 minute version, but, the new format was extremely unpopular and eventually changed back to its original 15 minute format and landing with the ABC Radio Network, before concluding its run in 1953. The duo even produced seven films between 1940 and 1956. Their last film was produced in Yugoslavia.

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Photo (above) submitted by Coach Pete Rose of Mena Public Schools. Basscat Austin Rose placed third with a 5.69 lb bass Saturday, May 25th at the 2019 Tri-Lakes Big Bass Tournament sponsored by DeQueen/Sevier County Chamber of Commerce. His fish ranked within a pound of the winning catch. Results as follows: 1st Jim Presson 6.46 DeQueen Lake, 2nd - Kevin Brown 5.70 Dierks Lake, 3rd – Austin Rose 5.69 DeQueen Lake, 4th - Brandon Tulis 5.52 DeQueen Lake, and 5th – Ray French 5.40 DeQueen Lake. Photo of top catch individuals shown with Austin circled.

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Mena BassCats Austin Johnston and Cason Cannon qualified to fish in the 1st Annual Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation Commissioner’s Cup held this past weekend on Lake Hamilton. Johnston and Cannon finished 10th out of 59 of the best high schools anglers in the state. Next up for the BassCats is the Bradford Cup June 8 & 9 on Lake Millwood.

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Sutton Honored with Naming of Mens Practice Gym at UA (FAYETTEVILLE) College Basketball Hall of Famer and former Razorback head men’s basketball coach Eddie Sutton has been honored with the naming of the men’s practice gym at the University of Arkansas’ Basketball Performance Center. A resolution submitted by Chancellor Joseph Steinmetz to the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees to name the men’s practice gym for Sutton, was adopted at Thursday’s Board of Trustees meeting in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Coach Sutton is an integral part of the history of Razorback Basketball and it is fitting that he be honored in this way for his contributions to our program,” Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek said. “Coach Sutton helped transform the way our state thought about college basketball and provided Razorback fans with countless memories. His legacy is not only shaped by his many victories and championships, but also by the immeasurable impact he made in the lives of the young men who called him ‘Coach’.” Sutton spent 36 years as a NCAA Division I basketball coach and became the first coach to take four schools to the NCAA Tournament. In 1974, Sutton took over the Arkansas program and over the next 11 seasons, he compiled a record of 260-75, including five Southwest Conference championships, nine NCAA tournament appearances and a Final Four appearance in 1978. Sutton helped lead the Razorbacks to national prominence, including coaching the the famed Triplets - Sidney Moncrief, Ron Brewer, and Marvin Delph - Joe Kleine, Scott Hastings, Alvin Robertson, Darrell Walker, and numerous other Razorback greats. His Arkansas winning percentage of .776 is the highest in the history of the Southwest Conference. He is a member of both the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor, the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame and the Southwest Conference Hall of Fame. In 2011, Sutton was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in Kansas City, Mo. In 2016, the University of Arkansas honored Sutton with a banner in Bud Walton Arena. Sutton coached at Tulsa, prior to being named the Razorbacks head coach in 1974. After leaving Arkansas, Sutton coached at Oklahoma State.

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“Smoke Free” and well maintained. The cooking and heating in most apartments is natural gas which is paid by the housing authority. Water, sewer and garbage pick-up are also paid by the housing authority. You will be responsible for your own electric service. Rent amount is based on income. Lawn mowing service is provided to elderly/disabled residents and available for a fee to all other residents. Apartments have washer and dryer hook-up and are equipped with a range and refrigerator as well as central heat and air conditioning. PCHA also has an income based rental assistance program for housing anywhere in Polk County. or visit our website at www.polkarhousing.com

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Hogs Baseball Advances to Host Super Regional (FAYETTEVILLE) The Arkansas Razorbacks showed why they have the #5 overall ranking in the NCAA Baseball playoffs. The Diamond Hogs won all three games from Friday through late Sunday night in the Fayetteville regional. The Hogs beat Central Connecticut State, 11-5 on Friday afternoon. Then, the Hogs faced a tough TCU Horned Frogs

squad and won 3-1. Then, the Hogs played those same Horned Frogs on Sunday evening before a nationally televised audience. Where they came away with a 6-0 win to advance to the Super Regionals round and its expected that the Hogs will host that round and play Ole Miss, who won the Oxford Regionals on Sunday afternoon.

Razorbacks Get Former All American As Executive Director of Student Athlete and Staff Development (FAYETTEVILLE) Turner Gill, an All-American quarterback at Nebraska who became a college head coach at Buffalo, Kansas and Liberty, has been hired to an administrative position by University of Arkansas Coach Chad Morris. Gill will be the Razorbacks' executive director of student-athlete and staff development the UA announced Thursday. He will provide direct oversight for football student-athlete programming designed to foster leadership, personal accountability, social development, academic direction, self-identity and awareness along with emotional intelligence, according to a news release, and also provide guidance and development while engaging the community and former UA players. "Adding someone with Turner's experience and knowledge to our staff is going to provide a tremendous boost for our student-athletes and our staff," Morris said in a statement. "From his time as a player at Nebraska to working in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers to serving as a head

coach, he has so much to offer our athletes, coaches and staff. "We're excited for him to be a Razorback and have him help build our culture." Gill said in a statement that he's thrilled with his new job. "When I retired from head coaching, I knew that I still wanted to be involved in athletics in some way," Gill said. "This job could not have been more perfect for what I believe I was called to do. It is a blessing to be able to work with student-athletes to prepare them for success both on and off the field, for the rest of their lives." Start times, TV set for 3 UA games The University of Arkansas' first three football games in 2019 all will be televised by the SEC Network, it was announced Thursday. The Arkansas-Portland State game in Fayetteville will start at 3 p.m. on Aug. 31, the Razorbacks' SEC opener at Ole Miss will start at 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 7 and their game against Colorado State on Sept. 14 in Fayetteville will start at 3 p.m.

Travs Hurler Named Texas League Pitcher of the Week (NORTH LITTLE ROCK) Arkansas Travelers pitcher Andrew Moore was named Texas League Pitcher of the Week for May 20-26 as announced today by League President Tim Purpura. Moore allowed just one hit and faced the minimum 18 batters over six shutout innings with seven strikeouts in his lone start of the week against Springfield. It was a return to Arkansas and the Mariners organization for Moore after being claimed on waivers by Seattle just a few days prior to that start. Moore had been in the Rays and Giants

organizations previously this season. This is his first career Texas League Pitcher of the Week award and he joins teammate Darren McCaughan as 2019 league weekly honorees. Moore was originally drafted by the Mariners in the 2nd round of the 2015 draft out of Oregon State. He was the Travs Opening Night starter in both 2017 and 2018 compiling a 4-3 record and 2.65 ERA over 15 games (14 starts) with the Travs the past two seasons. The 24-year old made his Major League debut on June 22, 2017.

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Southern Arkansas University Raises Fees, ASU May Be Next (MAGNOLIA) Tuition and fees are rising at yet another Arkansas university. With other institutions in sight to also raise their rates as well. Southern Arkansas University, the second-to-last of the state's public universities to vote on its tuition and fees for next year, is increasing academic costs by 3%. Room and board, required of students 21 or younger or who have completed fewer than 60 credit hours, will be 4.5% more. In their meeting Thursday, SAU trust-

ees did not raise tuition or housing costs at the SAU Tech campus in Camden, according to the university news release. They did, however, add a $3-per-credit-hour safety fee. All but one of the state's public universities has raised tuition so far. Last week, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock became the first to decline to raise tuition but increased fees by 3%. Arkansas State University trustees will vote on tuition and fees at the Jonesboro university next week.

Local Residents Graduate from Harding University SEARCY, AR (05/31/2019)-- The following local residents are among the more than 800 graduates who received a diploma at Harding University's commencement exercises May 11, 2019. Alejandra Taylor of Mena (71953) received a doctorate in physical therapy Luke Bowser of Mena (71953) received a Bachelor of Arts in kinesiology Graduates include students from the

College of Allied Health, College of Arts and Humanities, College of Bible and Ministry, Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration, Cannon-Clary College of Education, Carr College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, College of Sciences, and the Honors College. University President Bruce D. McLarty presented the diplomas to the graduates.

Voter-mandated minimum-wage increases mean higher custodial costs, Allen said. The university also will continue increasing academic support, which Allen said recently resulted in a 6.5% increase in the university's graduation rate during the past three years. For years, the sustainability and expanding colleges and universities footprint has increasingly been on the students attending those schools. Annual tuition increases long have been blamed on the lack of any additional government funding that doesn't keep up with inflation and other needs. They were standard in Arkansas for years before last year's tuition freeze, requested by Governor Asa Hutchinson. SAU increased fees last year while keeping tuition flat. The increased tuition and fees have helped create student-loan debt that now totals more than $1.5 trillion nationwide. The cost of college is gaining more attention among Democratic presidential candidates, who have called for varying levels of free tuition programs and even the cancellation of most borrowers' current

debt. In-state students who take 30 credit hours over two semesters next year at SAU will pay $8,935 in tuition and fees, up from $8,676 this year. Room and board will be $6,416 next year, up from $6,140 this year. The room rate will increase to pay for student housing renovations, and the board rate will increase to pay for higher minimum wages at the university's food contractor, according to the news release. Tuition plus an athletic fee will be $233 per credit hour. For the first time, the university will separate its athletic fee from its tuition price next year. This year, students paid $228 for both, and next year tuition will be $214 with an athletic fee of $19. The university left several fees at the same price but raised the academic excellence fee from $3 to $5, the computer technology fee from $12.50 to $13, the facility fee from $19 to $19.50 and the library fee from $2.50 to $3 -- all per credit hour. The document fee increased from $8 to $10 per semester.

Work on Fairgrounds Road Has Begun (MENA) Polk County Judge Brandon Ellison reports that roadwork on Fairgrounds Road has begun with prep work underway to repair and resurface that roadway. The county and the City Of Mena are working together to take care of the entire roadway that will cost a total approximately of $185,000. The city will spend only about $42 to $45 thousand dollars for their portion of the road.

Judge Ellison said that drainage work will be done first and may take up to June 7th, before the overlay portion will take place during the week of June 10th. Motorists are asked to take an alternate route, if necessary from having to use that road and for motorists to obey all safety signs and being cautious of construction workers on the roadway during this construction phase.

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Humane Society of the Oauchitas PET OF THE WEEK

Bean wants to grow up with you!

This handsome boy has long black fur with

touches of white. He is a Shepherd X Great Pyrenees mix. Bean is friendly and is good with both children and dogs. Pick Bean! Bean is the best! Celebrate his birthday in August! (BD 08/08/18 ) ALL ANIMALS AT HSO ARE SPAYED/NEUTERED AND ARE CURRENT ON THEIR VACCINATIONS PRIOR TO ADOPTION. OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: (479) 394-5682 • WEB SITE: www.hsomena.org • HSO is a 501(c)(3) organization. Please consult your tax advisor to see if your donation is tax deductible.

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• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Sue Cavner at 234-5844 or Linda Rowe at 234-2575 for more info. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Good Vibes Art Day at the Mena Art Gallery. All mediums welcome, from ﬁber art, painting and crafting. Open to public. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open. • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities. • 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – LIVE Country & Gospel Music. Open to the public at the Daisy Room, Janssen Florist in downtown Mena. • 5:30 p.m. – Weight Watchers meets at Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Education Wing, West End. Call 479-2342297 for more information. • 5:30 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous women’s meeting at the ABC Club at 1159 Hwy, 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. • 6:00 p.m. – Disabled American Veterans & Auxiliary meeting and potluck. Meeting follows dinner, American Legion at Veteran’s Park at Acorn. • 6:00 p.m. – GriefShare weekly seminar/support group will meet at the Ouachita Regional Hospice, 602 DeQueen Street in Mena. Anyone in the community grieving the death of a loved one is welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Big Fork RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the Fire Station. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – The Ink RVFD Business Meeting & Training will be at the community building. • 7:30 p.m. – Dallas Masonic Lodge #128 meets at the Mena Lodge located in the Old Post Ofﬁce by Janssen Park.

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• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Fibers Arts Group meets at Mena Art Gallery. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Hatﬁeld Auditorium Country-Western Dance Admission is $6 and 50/50 drawing. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. • 9:30 p.m. – Karaoke Contest at Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 3091 Hwy. 71 North. $5 Entry fee. Must be 21 years old.

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• 10:00 a.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous men’s meeting – ABC Club across form Chopping Block: 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena – 281-387-0400. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Children’s Art Class at the Mena Art Gallery, for children ages 10 & up, including adults. Cost is $3. Call 479-394-3880 to reserve spot. • 12:00 p.m. – Ouachita Amateur Radio Association monthly meeting at Prairie Creek Manufacturing on Hwy. 8 East. Potluck will be served. • 12:00 p.m. (Noon) – Walston Family Reunion will be held at Shady, AR. Potluck lunch. Everyone welcome. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 7:00 p.m. – Holly Grove Church in Grannis will have Gospel Music. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-243-0297 or 479-216-4606.

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• 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

• 3:00 p.m. – Worship service is held at Sulpher Springs Church.

MONDAY, JUNE 10TH –

• 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 1:30 p.m. – Polk County Genealogical Society will meet at the Polk County Library. • 3:00 p.m. – The Airport Commission’s meeting will be held at the UARich Mountain Boardroom in the Spencer Building, 1100 College Drive. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn. • 6:00 p.m. – Democratic Party of Polk County meets at Papa’s Mexican Café. Anyone interested is welcome. You do not have to be a member. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – Mena Elks Lodge meeting. All Elks are invited to attend.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11TH –

• 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardner Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena. • 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The written portion of the drivers test will be given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority, and as long as road conditions are optimal the driving portion of the test will be given. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – “Art Day” at Mena Art Gallery, 607 Mena St. Bring your current project and work with other artists. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatﬁeld Branch Library will be open. • 5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weigh-ins, followed by a meeting.

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• 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 Bible Study at the Limetree Restaurant. Public is invited. • 6:00 p.m. – American Legion Post 18 potluck dinner, at Veteran’s Park in Acorn, with meeting to follow at 7 p.m. • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Polk County Housing Authority Community Room live country and gospel music. • 6:30 p.m. – Shady Fire and Rescue District 10 will meet at the Shady Community Center. • 7:00 p.m. – The Dallas Valley R.V.F.D. will meet for training at the Firehouse. • 7:00 p.m. – The Acorn Fire and Rescue will meet at the Fire Department. • 7:00 p.m. – Ross-Tunnell Post #249 will meet at the Wickes Community Center. • 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. 479-234-2887 or 479-234-3043.

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• 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Shepherd’s Closet open at First Baptist Church 4802 Hwy 71 S Hatﬁeld, AR 870-389-6412. Accepting and distributing clothing/usable household items/and nonperishable food items. • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Mena Art Gallery Art Group meeting. • 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Mena. • 12:00 p.m. – Polk County Retired Teachers will meet at the New China Restaurant. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open. • 12:00 p.m. – Quality of Life Outreach meeting at Lavilla Restaurant. • 5:30 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Bible Study Service. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-243-0297.

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Marc Wilson, Mena’s only student representative, attended Arkansas Boys State recently in Conway at the University of Central Arkansas. This camp is a week long, immersive program in civic education designed for high school boys who completed their junior year. Marc is a senior at Mena High School where he excels in both academics and athletics. He has enjoyed success both in football and basketball. He is the son of Dr. Phillip Wilson and Kristi Wilson, both of whom work in the educational capacity. [PHOTO SUBMITTED]

Arkansas State Senate Report (LITTLE ROCK) Elementary school students in Arkansas will get at least 40 minutes a day of recess under legislation approved earlier this year by the General Assembly. Act 641 of 2019 amends state law concerning the school day. It requires at least 40 minutes of each day be used for recess, which will be outdoors when the weather allows. Recess will be unstructured, although of course it will be supervised. Recess includes opportunities for free play and vigorous physical activity, whether it takes place inside or outside. Why was it necessary for lawmakers to guarantee a certain amount of time for children to play? And why did lawmakers feel the need to define recess? To anyone over a certain age, it seems ridiculous. That’s why Act 641 recognizes what has occurred in the classroom over the past few decades, during which numerous instructional requirements have been added to the typical school schedule. “Educational leaders cannot allow for a sufficient amount of time in the school day for recess within the current construct of the instructional requirements and time allotted in a school day,” the act reads. The consequence is that students have decreased focus on academics, and fewer opportunities to develop social skills with their fellow students. Among the valuable lessons that young children learn in school is how to engage with each other, thus increasing their social awareness. Much of this learning takes place during recess. Schools may apply for a waiver from the state Education Department, but they must propose an alternative allowing children social time that is either structured or unstructured. Each year the Education Department will report to the legislative Senate and House Education Committees the schools that have been granted a waiver. The act was approved easily during the regular session, passing the House by a vote of 90-to-0 and the Senate by a vote of 34-to-0. Act 641 is one of many ways in which adults are trying to change a social trend that has seen children spending more time sitting in front of a screen. It may be a television, a video game, a cell phone or a computer monitor. One example is Play 60, a program sponsored by the National Football League. NFL players join non-profit organizations, children’s hospitals and schools to encourage children to be active for at least 60 minutes a day. Children learn about nature through hikes and field trips sponsored by hunting, fishing and conservation organizations. The preamble of Act 641 summarizes the consensus among adults, that children “need more opportunities for physical activity during the school day in order to promote healthy and active lifestyles.” Another new law passed earlier this year will affect high school students. Act 617 of 2019 repeals the requirement that when teenagers apply for a driver’s license, they must show proof that they have a grade point average of at least a C. Under Act 617, when teenagers pass the written test their score will be valid for two years. That gives them more time to pass the driving portion of the test.

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Former Waldron Assistant Principal Sentenced to Jail A former assistant principal of the Waldron School district will spend 9 months in jail for having a sexual relationship with a 16 year old student. Jessica Williams, 37, pleaded guilty in Scott County Circuit Court to two counts of first degree sexual assault and one count of indecent exposure. In her plea agreement Judge Don Ramey dismissed the remaining sexual assault charges she faced. Along with the 9 month jail sentence Williams was sentenced to 10 years probation and will have to register as a sex offender. If Williams violates the parameters of her probation, she will face a $15,000.00 fine and 30 years in a state prison. The relationship came to light when an anonymous letter was sent to Waldron Public Schools, which triggered an investigation. Along with investigators, a School Resource Officer interviewed the 16 year male student. During questioning the student admitted to the relationship with Williams stating that they began the sexual relationship in the summer. He also said they had exchanged â&#x20AC;&#x153;inappropriateâ&#x20AC;? pictures. During the investigation Williams

Walmart To Offer Free College Classes Walmart, the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private employer, said Tuesday it will begin offering free college ACT and SAT prep for its workers in high school, while offering two to three free general education college classes through an educational startup. Walmart estimates it has about 25,000 employees under the age of 18. The program was launched last year offering affordable access to a college degree for full-time and part-time workers who have been with the company a minimum of 90 days. Walmart is working with Denver, Colorado based Guild Education that offers a program costing only a dollar a day at several non-profit universities with online programs that have had success working with adult learners. Walmart is also expanding the number of degrees beyond business and supply management to an additional 14 that will include cybersecurity and computer science. Walmart says these programs will help provide workers with skills it needs in the future. About 7,500 adult workers are already enrolled in the program with an expected 68,000 employees enrolled in the next several years.

admitted to having sexual contact with the student. In November of 2018 Williams was arrested again for violating conditions of her release for repeated contact with the 16 year old boy.

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FEMA Funds Available for Flood Victims (LITTLE ROCK) Whether it is rebuilding a family home or planning for the loss of crops, our state will be recovering from these historic floods for months to come. The Federal Emergency Management Agency / FEMA, just recently announced that federal emergency aid has been made available to Arkansas to supplement state and local response efforts. While our emergency management teams across the state address the immediate needs, we want to direct your attention to several services and advisories being issued by our state agencies. The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ArDOT) has opened a Traveler Information Call Center to assist drivers in navigating around flooded highways. The call center is available by voice or text at (501)-569-2374 daily between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. You can also download the IDrive Arkansas app for up to date information on road closures. The Arkansas Attorney Generalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is reminding flood victims to beware of â&#x20AC;&#x153;home improvementâ&#x20AC;? loan scams. Scammers may offer to arrange financing or fill out disaster loan applications for a fee. Beware of anyone who offers to inflate the amount of your disaster damage assessment.

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May 24, 2019 - May 31, 2019 Teresa Evans and Fernando Diaz DeLeon, of Mena, Arkansas, are the proud parents of a baby girl born May 25th 3 Kryshnna Munoz and Javier Munoz Arriaga, Sr., of De Queen, Arkansas, are the proud parents of a baby boy born on May 29th 3 Lenice Hackworth, of Mena, Arkansas, is the proud parent of a baby boy born on May 30th 3

Arkansans should also be aware that Act 376 of 1997 prohibits businesses from price gouging during a state of emergency. The law prohibits businesses from charging more than 10 percent above the pre-disaster price of goods or services. The scope of the law is broad and is intended to cover anything that may be needed in the event of a state of emergency. The ban on price gouging remains in effect for at least 30 days and can be extended another 30 days by the local governing body if necessary to protect the lives, property or welfare of the citizens. For home repairs, the law remains in effect for 180 days. Arkansans can file a consumer complaint with the AGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office online at www.arkansasag.gov or by calling (800) 482-8982. The Arkansas Insurance Department (AID) announced a 60-day moratorium on the cancellation/non-renewal of policies for the non-payment of premiums by Arkansans affected by the flooding. This action does not waive the obligation of Arkansans to pay their insurance premiums, it is only an extension of the time period to make your payment without the threat of cancellation.

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