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OLT Spring Musical “BIG” is Cast! It’s always exciting to see which of your friends and neighbors will be showing up in Ouachita Little Theatre’s spring musical. Jessica Kropp is directing “BIG”, the high energy Broadway Musical smash-hit version of the beloved Tom Hanks movie of the same name. She is assisted by Musical Director Judy Kropp and choreographer, Gini Burt. Makeup and hair will be overseen by Gayle Krahn. Makayla Kenyon-Ortiz and Alexis Payne will be keeping things calm and organized backstage as Stage Managers. Rudi Timmerman is designing and overseeing the building of the set, and Lorraine Timmerman will lend her artistic talents as she paints scenery to beautifully enhance the production.

Auditions are over, and the cast is selected. In the leading roles, we will see James Taylor as adult Josh Baskin, Anna Burt as young Josh, Jocelyn Parsons as love interest Susan Lawrence, Jefferson Smith as “the boss” Mr. Macmillan, Tiffany Cavelli as young Josh’s best friend, Alexyss Hildebrand as Mrs. Baskin, and Jaimeson Biard as Paul, a junior executive. The ensemble includes arcade workers, parents, office workers, and lots of kids played by the following people: Annie Baker, Gregory Blashka, Jeanie Bunyard, Kelhan Howell, Kiylee Hughes, Jacob Kenyon-Ortiz, Kristina Kenyon-Ortiz, Gayle Krahn, Larry Kropp, David McDonald, Cristian Miller, BIGCONTINUED ON PAGE 15

Arkansas Century Farm Program Seeks Applicants The Arkansas Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for the 2020 Arkansas Century Farm program. This program recognizes Arkansas families who have owned and farmed the same land for at least 100 years. There is no cost to apply. To qualify, Arkansas farms must meet the certain criteria. The same family must have owned the farm for 100 years by December 31, 2020. The line of ownership from the original settler or buyer may be through children, grandchildren, siblings, and nephews or nieces, including through marriage and adoption. The farm must be at least ten acres of the original land acquisition and make a financial contribution to the overall farm income.

Three family farms in Polk County have previously been named Arkansas Century Farms. They include: The Wiles Family Farm, established in 1889; the Fred Alston Farm, established in 1897; and the Ronald Alston Farm, also established in 1897. Applications must be postmarked by May 31st. Applications are available at the Arkansas Department of Agriculture website at: www.aad.arkansas.gov . For more information about the Arkansas Century Farm program, call 501-225-1598. Arkansas has more than 42,500 farms, of which 97% are family-owned and operated. Since the Arkansas Century Farm program began in 2012, 464 farms have been certified.

Winning Lottery Ticket Sold in Wickes A cigarette stop in Wickes led to the ultimate payoff for a Shreveport woman Tuesday afternoon. Tiffany Schubert claimed a lottery prize worth $1 million at the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery Claim Center. Her win came from the lottery's $20 instant-ticket game, Millionaires Club. Schubert purchased the ticket from E-Z

Mart on Highway 71 in Wickes Tuesday afternoon. Schubert was traveling with her family to visit relatives in the area. Schubert plans to pay her tithes and donate to her church with her winnings. Schubert is the 70th person that has won a lottery prize worth $1 million or more in Arkansas since 2009.

Nancy Lewis, Manager of the Salvation Army Family Store with Ann Garrett, Second ViceRegent of James L. Polk Chapter in Mena. Submitted photo.

DAR Speaker Shines Light on MENA Salvation Army The February 20, program of the James K. Polk Chapter NSDAR was about "The Art Of Giving." The presentation was by the Mena Salvation Army Family Store Manager, Nancy Lewis. The Family Store is an off-shoot of the original Salvation Army founded by Methodist Minister William Booth and his wife Catherine in 1865 in London, England. Under the Booths' leadership, the Army grew to a worldwide organization known for its integrity, generosity, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of the people who so desperately need help - in time the motto became, "We go to the worst." When you donate goods or money, shop at the store, or when you drop a few coins or bills in the Kettle at Christmas, you're part of that mission that they started. The Mena Family Store is based on the original mission and vision: "Our Message is Based on the Bible; Our Ministry is Motivated by the Love of God; Our Mission is to Preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to Meet Human Needs in His Name." The Mena Family Store is entirely self-sufficient, meaning the sale of donated

goods along with monetary gifts, including the annual Kettle Campaign (Bell Ringing), goes to pay all operating expenses including the salaries of two paid employees and funds all assistance. That assistance includes such things as lodging in the case of a burn out or natural disaster, food, gasoline for medical appointments, utility assistance once a year, and household items. Nancy Lewis retired to the Mena Area from Texas in 2016. Her last position in San Antonio was Program Manager for the largest military contract company located at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. She became the Store Manager of our local Salvation Army Family Store in June of 2018. She and her husband "Love Mena, and after only three and a half years, Mena has truly become our home. " The next meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution is Thursday, March 12, at 1:30 p.m. in the Polk County Library Community Room. Ladies interested in the DAR are invited to attend. - For membership information, contact Dotty Kinnun, Registrar(thekinnuns@gmail.com).

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With spring just around the corner, it's important to remember that state and federal income tax forms are due soon. Both state and federal income tax forms must be Representative John Maddox postmarked no later than April 15, 2020, to avoid penalties and late fees. The legislature prioritized and passed several changes to its tax laws during the 92nd General Assembly, which means that your income tax rate may have changed from last year. The passage of ACT 182 during the 2019 legislative session, for example, reduces the top income tax rate in our state from 6.9% to 6.6%. The income tax rate will lower again in 2021 to 5.9%. This rate reduction took effect on January 1, 2020, for individuals and will be phased in for corporations by 2021. This is in addition to previous tax cuts passed in recent years impacting every income group. Because of these reduced tax rates, the Arkansas Department of Finance and

Polk County Pulse Administration announced to employers that the income tax withholding tables will change. As a result, you may see an increase in the amount of your paycheck starting this month. This increase will be offset in the future by lower tax refunds. As tax refunds issued now relate to tax year 2019 they are not affected by the withholding changes. The upcoming withholding changes will not impact annual refunds until calendar year 2021. Many Arkansans can utilize the IRS’s Free File program. This web-based program is a free federal tax preparation and electronic filing program for the approximately 70% of taxpayers who earn less than $60,000 in annual adjusted gross income. Eligible consumers can go to IRS.gov and choose from multiple private companies that will file federal returns at no charge. If you cannot afford to pay for tax preparation assistance, you may also be eligible to receive free help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). Consumers can call (800) 829-1040 for information about VITA volunteer locations near them. Additionally, seniors can contact AARP at (888) 227-7669 to find the nearest TCE Tax-Aide site.

Mena Spring Clean-Up Starts April 28th The City of Mena Annual Spring CleanUp is scheduled to begin Tuesday, April 28, 2020. City trucks will pick up items you want to dispose of at no charge. This Clean-up service is free for residences within the City limits of Mena only. Materials will not be picked up unless they are placed at the curb-side and separated. Street Department crew and equipment will not go onto private property to move or aide in moving items. It is very important to separate any items that you want to keep away from those that are to be discarded (such as trask cans). The following items cannot be picked up: concrete, brick, rocks, dirt, shingles, batteries and construction debris.

Please separate your items to be discarded into 5 distinct piles as follows: 1. Furniture: couches, chairs, televisions, window frames etc 2. Household trash: paper items etc (Please place trash cans, that you wish to keep, to one side so that they will not be disposed of inadvertently) 3. Metal material: hot water heaters, stoves, appliances etc 4. Large yard wastes: tree limbs, shrubs etc 5. Tires. Note – It is required that all small yard debris such as small limbs, gum balls, grass and leaves be placed in garbage CLEAN-UP CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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Unity Among Diversity

By Jeff Olson The history of the church is indeed an amazing story, not only one of survival, success and failure but also one of its humanity and complexity. It is a paradox; a startling reality of how a diverse rabble of individuals coalesced into a unified people, an institution which by all practical reason and rationale should have perished many years ago. Instead, it is nearly two thousand years old and still a relevant force in the world today. It began with only a handful of dedicated followers of Jesus Christ; fishermen, farmers, tent makers, peasants, tax collectors, and others who differed not only in occupation but also in culture and religious beliefs to name but just a few. In future years, decades and centuries, the diversity and complexity within the church would continue to grow - but so would the unity. Why is that? How did this motley lot of folks survive throughout the many years of challenges, persecution, and countless efforts to eliminate them? What is it that has kept this institution not only alive but growing in many parts of the world? One could argue that it was principle, but many institutions of principle have come and gone over the years. One could also propose that it was purpose, virtue or lofty goals but none of these would be sufficient to explain why the church still exists and remains a viable force – at least to the degree it still is. So, what is the key to the church’s longevity and success? Perhaps it has something to do with relationships, love, and something or someone beyond ourselves. In John 10:30, Jesus said, “ I and my Father are one.” And, in His high priestly prayer in John 17, Jesus prayed in verse 11, “Holy Father, keep them in Your name, the name which You have given Me, that they may be one even as we are.” In Galatians 3:28, Paul stated, ‘There is neither Jew or Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.” In Ephesians 4:5-6, Paul tells us also, “There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism; One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.” What does all this say to us about the survival of

the Church, her relationship to the Head of the Body of Christ, and among those other members of that Body? This relationship, as stated in Galatians, transcends culture, race, ethnicity, gender and all other human distinctions. While human distinctions in themselves can and do serve as necessary and positive elements to the functions and success of the church, the Body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12), we must be careful not to let them take on identities of their own in the forms of what today would be called multiculturalism or diversity. These nice-sounding innocuous terms can potentially become a mission or ideology in themselves and misdirect, circumvent or dilute the true identity and purpose of the church. Christ gave himself for us and the church (Ephesians 5:2,25), and it is His design and desire that the multiplicity of our backgrounds and the variety of our abilities, talents, gifts, creativity and experiences serve to edify the Body of Christ (Ephesians 4) in its purpose and mission. As Ephesians 4:11 reminds us, “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers,” And the list can go on even beyond these. Essentially then, our unity within the Body of Christ is contingent first and foremost on a personal oneness with Jesus Christ and not on all the similarities and differences we bring with us to the table and to the altar. In fact, we have nothing in ourselves to offer that make us worthy to receive the grace of God through Christ Jesus (Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:10). Philippians 2:2 tells us, “Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” And in 1 Peter 3:8, “Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.” “...that they may be one even as we are” is Jesus' deepest prayer of desire for each of us. If we get that right with Him then we can get it right with one another, therefore making true unity in the Church a reality. Only in this way can the Church profess, portray, and share the same Jesus to a lost and dying world.

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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed, or that they have been found innocent, and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.

POLK COUNTY ARRAIGNMENTS All criminal information is merely an accusation and the Defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty. Prosecuting Attorney Andy Riner, within and for the 18th-West Judicial District of the State of Arkansas, of which Polk County is a part, in the name and by the authority of the State of Arkansas, on oath, do hereby accuse the defendants of committing in Polk County, Arkansas the following crimes: State of Arkansas Vs. Charles M. York, White Male, age 37, Count I: Probation Violation. The original offense was Possession Of Schedule II Substance, not methamphetamine, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Bond was set at $10,000.

POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT March 2, 2020 Report from complainant on Polk 36 near Hatﬁeld of a trespasser causing damage to a door lock in the amount of $50. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Mill Street near Cove of items missing from a mailbox valued at $37.00. Investigation continues. Report from complainant of Polk 125 near Rocky of a scam involving a computer and banking information. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Hwy 278E near Wickes of a missing family member. Investigation continues. Arrested was Kymberlie A. Chaney, 22, of DeQueen on three Failure to Appear Warrants and a Parole Revocation. Arrested was Nevada Woodruff, 30, of Cove on two Failure to Appear Warrants and a Charge of Contempt of Court. Arrested was David W. Howell, 38, of Waldron on a Failure to Appear Warrant. Arrested was Andrea D. Main, 30, of Mena on two Warrants for Delivery of Meth or Cocaine and a Charge of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a Charge of Possession of Schedule I or II. March 3, 2020 Report from complainant on Colin

James Lane near Cove of a person violating a no contact order. Report from complainant on Polk 21 near Cove of possible credit card fraud or identity theft. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Polk 676 near Acorn of problems between neighbor's dogs. Deputies responded. March 4, 2020 Report from complainant on Bunyard Lane near Ink of a theft of household items. Investigation continues. Report from complainant on Gleinare near Mena of theft of porch furniture valued at $225.00. Investigation continues. Arrested was James R. Pierce, 33, of Mena on a Seven Day Sanction Arrested was Annie L. Aswell, 39, of Mena on a Warrant for Failure to Appear. March 5, 2020 Report of an altercation between Juveniles led to a Charge of Battery 3rd Degree. March 6, 2020 Traffic stop led to the arrest of Tylyn E. Morlang on Charges of Fleeing in a Vehicle and Driving Left of Center Report from complainant on Hwy 278E near Wickes of missing money in the amount of $100.00 led to a Juvenile Citation for Theft of Property being issued. Report of an unattended death on Polk 712 near Shady Grove. March 7, 2020 Report from complainant of a busted windshield led to the arrest of Skyler Allen, 18, of Mena on a Charge of Disorderly Conduct 1. Report from complainant on 246W near Hatfield of being scammed in a business agreement. Information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office for further consideration. Report from complainant on Rushing Lane near Shady Grove of unauthorized persons on their property. Investigation continues. March 8, 2020 Traffic stop on Polk 18 near Cove led to the arrest of Dustin C. Hopper, 28, of Cove on Charges of Reckless Driving, Failure to Yield to a Stop Sign, Improper Turn at an Intersection, Failure to Use a Turn Signal, and Driving Left of Center. Traffic stop on Hwy 71S near Mena led to the arrest of Katrina K. Hendricks, 48, of Mena on a Charge of DWI.

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Report from complainant on Polk 676 near Acorn of a domestic disturbance led to a Juvenile Citation for Disorderly Conduct being issued. Report from complainant on Polk 48 near Potter of a disturbance. Deputies responded and information has been forwarded to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office for further consideration. Arrested was Ricky D. Miller, 59, of Cove on a Warrant for Forgery 2nd Degree. Arrested by an officer with the Drug Task Force was Robert H. Williams, 43, of Mena on a Charge of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Firearm by Certain Persons and a Warrant from another Agency. Polk County Sheriff's Office worked two vehicle accidents this week. Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 27 Incarcerated Inmates , with 9 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

MENA POLICE REPORT March 1, 2020 A criminal trespassing complaint was taken at a department store. A theft complaint was taken from a walkin complainant. Officers responded to a disturbance in the parking lot of a salon. Candi Brown, 37, was arrested on a warrant after a traffic stop. March 2, 2020 Officers responded to a disturbance call in the parking lot of a motel. Fredric Howard, 51, and Denise Howard, 43, were arrested for Disorderly Conduct after officers responded to a disturbance call in the street in front of a residence. March 3, 2020 A theft complaint was taken from a de-

partment store. Bobby Procter, 33, was arrested for Possession of a Schedule 6 Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after a traffic stop. Officers responded to a medical assist at an airport hangar. Billy Fletcher, 33, was arrested for Possession of a Schedule 6 Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Resisting Arrest, Fleeing, and Disorderly Conduct after a disturbance call in front of a residence. March 4, 2020 A complaint of a lost wallet was taken from a walk-in complainant. A harassment complaint was taken at a car detailing business. March 5, 2020 Jesaca Warner, 34, was arrested for Theft of Property (Shoplifting), Possession of a Schedule 2 Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after a call to a department store. Sheryl Felix, 44, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest after a disturbance call to a residence. March 6, 2020 Jimmy Wright, 34, was arrested on a warrant after a traffic stop. Kyle Williams, 25, was served with a warrant at the jail. Benjamin Gheorghiu, 44, was arrested on a warrant at municipal court. Shane Hogan, 30, and Rachel Tarkington, 22, were arrested for Possession of Schedule 2 Controlled Substance, Possession of Schedule 6 Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Probation Violation after a traffic stop. Alexis Hansard, 23, was arrested for Theft of Property (Shoplifting) after a call to a department store. (All subjects should be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law)

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Dairy and Egg Contest Winners Named Polk County 4-H members competed in the first annual Dairy and Egg Recipe Contest on February 17, 2020. The contests were sponsored by the Farm Bureau Women’s Committee and Farm Bureau. Winners for the Dairy Recipe Contest – Party Idea included: Cloverbuds (5-8 years old) 1st place- Tuck S., 2nd place Cody R.;

Lottery Announces Problem Gambling Awareness Month LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery (ASL) wants to spread the word that help is available around the clock to those who need it. “We are dedicating March to helping people ‘have the conversation’ about problem gambling,” said Bishop Woosley, ASL director. “Approximately 2 percent of U.S. adults are considered problem gamblers; yet for many, gambling remains a hidden addiction. “The mission of the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery is to provide proceeds for scholarships in a responsible way. We want people to remember that lottery should be considered entertainment and not a way to make money.” Last summer the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery received Responsible Gambling Certification from the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries and the National Council on Problem Gambling. The certification involves a multi-step verification program to ensure the lottery provides best practices in training for lottery employees and retailers and treatment options for players who may have a gambling problem. Problem Gambling Awareness Month is designed to help raise awareness of the prevention, treatment and recovery services available for those adversely affected by gambling. Woosley said problem gambling includes all gambling behavior that damages personal, family or vocational pursuits. In extreme cases, problem gambling can result in financial ruin, legal problems, loss of career and family or suicide. According to the National Council of Problem Gambling, most problem gamblers will answer yes to at least one of the AWARENESS CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

Juniors (9-13-year-old) 1st place Shelby R., 2nd place Savannah C.; Senior (14-19 years old) 1st place Lily O. Overall Party Dish was Shelby Rusert. Main Dish Category winners included: Juniors- 1st place Kohlea C.; Seniors- 1st place Lily O. Overall winner for Main Dish was Lily O. Each of the overall winners in Dairy Contest received a thermal bag, an apron, mixing bowl, and mixing spoons sponsored by Farm Bureau. The Egg Recipe Main Dish category winners were: Cloverbud- 1st place Tuck S.; Seniors- 1st place Shayna B., 2nd Place Lily O. Each of the winners in both contests received monetary awards sponsored by the Polk County Farm Bureau Women’s Committee. Polk County 4-H is open to all youth ages 5-19, for more information about 4-H or other Extension programs please call 479-394-6018. The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

March 3-4, Acorn FCCLA attended FCCLA State Star Competition and State Conference in Hot Springs. The Chapter received a Gold Star Chapter Award, Community Service National Program Award, and Platinum State Project Award. Colten Quebedeaux and Kenzie Daniels earned State Star Events Awards. Quebedeaux received a bronze medal. Daniels received a silver medal. Both will represent Acorn High School and the state of Arkansas at the Nationals FCCLA Star Competition and National Conference in Washington DC this July. Submitted photos.

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Timothy Glenn Bailey

Cynthia Lou Buchanan

Timothy Glenn Bailey was born on December 18th, 1977 to Kimberly (Ralls) Bailey and Kenneth Glenn Bailey in Mena, AR. Timmy went to Van-Cove school and then went to work for his father in the log woods. He could run any piece of machinery in the woods. He loved to hunt and fish and ride 4-wheelers. He could get anything he drove stuck in the mud if given the chance. Timmy had a big heart and would give his shirt off his back to someone in need. Timmy passed away from this life on March 2nd, 2020. Timmy is preceded in death by his son, Kenneth “Lance” Bailey; father, Kenneth Glenn Bailey; grandmother, Rodena Bailey; grandfather, Waymon Ralls; uncle, Troy Bailey; and aunt Sue and uncle Larry Manasco. Timmy is survived by his daughters, Tristene Bailey of Ponca City, OK, Ashten Bailey, Hope Bailey and Brooklynn “Boo” Bailey of Talihina, OK; brother, Robert Bailey of Hatfield, AR; mother, Kim Bailey of Hatfield, AR; grandson, Ayden Ray Street of Ponca City, OK, and many cousins, aunts, uncles, and a host of friends. Visitation will be on Sunday, March 8th, 2020 from 4PM to 8PM at McCarn Funeral Home in Talihina, OK. Graveside services will be on Monday, March 9th, 2020 at 2:00PM at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Cove, AR with Bro. Ron Ladd officiating. Services are under the direction of McCarn Funeral Service of Talihina, OK.

Cynthia Lou Buchanan, age 69, of Mena passed away at her home Thursday, March 5, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Cynthia was born on February 17, 1951 to the late Ray Phillips and Peggy (Hensley) Phillips in Mena, AR. Mrs. Buchanan loved her family. Her grandkids were the best thing that ever happened to her and she loved watching them play sports. She also enjoyed kayaking, being outside, and working in her yard. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by; Son Billy Sockey and wife Tammy; Daughters: Amy Martin and husband Bobby, Jamie Jordan and husband Sammie, Angela Hubbard and husband Daniel; Grandchildren: Brittney Sockey, Brent Sockey, Kacey Sockey, Cody Martin, DJ Jordan, Sammie Jordan, Mariska Jordan, Zaydin Sockey, Kameron Hubbard; Great-Grandchildren Reed Sockey and AJ Sockey; Brother Steve Phillips and wife Kathy; Sisters Mitzi Peters and Ray Allen; 4 nieces, 2 nephews and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and nephew Joshua Phillips. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Beasley-Wood Funeral Home of Mena. No services are scheduled at this time. FIND UP-TO-DATE

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Marcus “Tony” DeLord Marcus “Tony” DeLord, age 57, of Shady, died Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at the Mena Regional Health System in Mena, Arkansas. He was born on Tuesday, April 17, 1962 to David Clay and Loretta Rose VanMeter DeLord in Creole, Louisiana. Tony was a Christian man who served God and country proudly. His philosophy for life was always to keep it simple. Tony worked for Rose Aircraft for nineteen years as the Chief Inspector and Director of Maintenance. He was very proud of his career and took great pride in the work he did. Tony liked to shoot guns and deer hunt and was a longtime member of the NRA. He enjoyed Country and Christian music and rebuilding his old ‘82 Chevy. His family was always his top priority and he loved them all dearly. Tony was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his father. Tony is survived by his loving wife, Tonya DeLord of Shady; one son, Mark DeLord of Shady; his mother, Loretta DeLord of Texarkana, Texas; one sister, Mitzi Moraniec of Texarkana, Texas; his father and mother in laws, Malvin Sr. and Rachael Mize of Hatfield; one brother in law, Malvin Mize Jr. and wife, Kassandra of Cabot; one sister in law, Anna Mize of Rogers; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. A celebration of life will be held on Monday, March 9, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. at The Crossing Church in Mena. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

J.R. “Jake” Murphy J.R. “Jake” Murphy, age 75, of Mena, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at his home. He was born on Monday, May 22, 1944 to John Wesley and Cora Rowena Fallis Murphy in Potter, AR.

Jake worked as a wrangler in Colorado for many years but was definitely a jack of all trades. He liked woodworking and western music. Jake loved his family very much, and always enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandchildren. Jake was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Donald Ray Murphy; one brother, Walter “Sonnie” Murphy; four sisters, Mary Bain, Ruby Spencer, Betty Jo Hammond, and Orbra Hamner, and one granddaughter, Michelle Murphy. Jake is survived by his loving wife, Angela Murphy of Mena; two sons and daughter in law, Ronnie and Bessie Murphy of Gillette, Wyoming, and Tim Murphy of Elk City, Oklahoma; two daughters and son in law, Beverly and Burton “Buzzy” Huber of Mena, and Evelyn and Marilyn Murphy of Mena; one stepson, Johnny Kienitz of Mena; two stepdaughters, Shonna O’Leary of Mena, and Sharlina Kienitz of Mena; one brother and sister in law, George and Debbie Murphy of Potter; two sisters and brother in law, Charlotte Mayfield of Pine Ridge, and Fern and Loyd Knight of Cherry Hill; nineteen grandchildren; twenty-nine great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; several nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel in Mena with Brother Troy Denton officiating. Interment will follow at Rocky Cemetery in Rocky, Arkansas. A visitation will be held Friday, March 6, 2020 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Murphy, Randy Murphy, Garrett Murphy, Colby Murphy, Loyd Knight, Wayne Putman, and Dillion Sweeten. Honorary Pallbearers are George Murphy and Tim Murphy. Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

Billy John Davis Billy John Davis went to his heavenly home on Monday, March 2, 2020 in Fort Smith, AR. He was born on May 1, 1928 to Harvey Hemp Davis and Tiney Pear Pannell Davis. He attended Cove First Baptist Church. In his younger years, he worked on the pipeline. When returning to Cove, he was employed by Polk County on the road crew. After retirement, he kept the parking lot swept at Scotty’s Convenience Store where he will be greatly missed there

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Billy John Davis continued there by his friends and coffee drinkers. Our town looked forward to gardening season, for B.J. was notorious for his “home grown tomatoes” which he generously shared with the community. He willingly gave nicknames to most of his friends and acquaintances, some not so flattering, but given fondly. Being an alumni of VanCove High, he was an avid Van-Cove Hornet fan. He supported the teams with monetary gifts and his faithful attendance to their games and graduations. Truly a genuine friend to the young and old. He is survived by his nephew, Percy and wife Pom Cartwright, a niece Joeann Walker and husband Dale and cousin, Terry and wife Joan Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Charles Henry Davis, Carrie Leona Davis, Pleas Nat Davis, James Carroll Davis, Pearl Davis, Emma Ethel Davis, Clarence Odell Davis, Harvey Junior Davis and an infant brother. Funeral services will he held Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cove First Baptist Church, with Brother Ron Ladd officiating. Interment follows in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery at Cove under the direction of the Beasley Wood Funeral Home. Visitation will be general. Pallbearers include Tim Scott, Leon Gibbons, Brian James, Jimmy Watkins, Charles Baker, Ken Jacob, Kelly Larson, David Tipton and Brad Roberts.

Dorothy L o u i s e Wetherington Dorothy Louise Wetherington, age 87, of Hatfield, Arkansas died Sunday, March 8, 2020 at her home. She was born on Sunday, October 30, 1932 to Edward Harry and Nadine Dupraw Everett in Durango, Colorado. Dorothy was a Godly woman who was of the Church of Christ faith. She provided a loving home for all her children and was very proud of her fifty years of marriage to her late husband, Robert. Dorothy like to garden, read, crochet and was a talented piano and organ player. Her children meant everything to her, and she loved each of them dearly. Dorothy was a loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend and

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Shirley Ann Thornton Shirley Ann Thornton, age 83, of Mena, died Friday, March 6, 2020 at Peachtree Mena Assisted Living. She was born on Tuesday, February 2, 1937 to Antone and Louise Ella Osgood Nunes in Hartford, Connecticut. Shirley loved God with all her heart. She spent eight years as a United Methodist Church Pastor in New England serving God. Her spirituality and love for God fueled her life and was of great importance to her. She attended the Rhode Island School of Design and later worked as an Architect for twelve years. She loved nature, sewing, making cloth dolls, and gardening. Shirley was the first woman Clerk of the Works in architecture. After moving to Mena Shirley became involved in many community activities. Some of her favorites were Ouachita Little Theatre, Community Choir, Polk County Democrats, and Remembering Hearts Forever. She was a very loving woman and enjoyed every moment with her family. Shirley was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents; and two sons, Kevin Pelletrier, and Michael Pelletrier. Shirley is survived by one son, Kenneth Pelletrier of Exeter, Rhode Island; two THORNTON CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

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Mena’s Baseball Squad Sweeps the Mena Classic The Mena Bearcats swept the Mena Classic at Union Bank Park this weekend in high school baseball action. The Bearcats slipped past Acorn 8-6 on Friday afternoon. Mena came back Saturday to nip Mount Ida 6-5, before finishing up the day with a convincing 13-5 victory

Acorn Season Ends at State The Acorn Lady Tigers saw their season come to an end Tuesday afternoon in the opening round of the Class 2A State Tournament at Quitman High School. The Lady Tigers fell to Riverside 55-38. Coach Mike Jackson's Lady Tigers finished the season with an outstanding 31-5 record. They were the undefeated 2A Region 7 regular season and conference tournament champions. They also claimed the 2A South Regional Tournament championship. Congratulations to the Acorn Lady Tigers!

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Mena Lady Cats Softball Team Competes in Ashdown The Mena LadyCats softball team competed in the Ashdown Invitational Tournament over the weekend. The LadyCats pounded Avery, Texas Friday night 15-5. Macie Johnson, Reigha Smith, Morgan Puckett, and Emmi Hines had homeruns in the win. On Saturday, the LadyCats defeated

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Wednesday, March 11th • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Shepherd’s Closet open at First Baptist Church 4802 Hwy 71 S Hatfield, AR (870)3896412. 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. • 11:30 a.m. – The Mena High Class of ’59 will meet at Little Italy. • 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency Warning Sirens will be tested in Mena. • 12:00 p.m.- Retired Public School employees will meet at Branding Iron. • 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 La Villa Restaurant. • 5:30 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church Bible Study Service. • 6:00 p.m. – Warriors for Christ will meet at the Southside Church of God at 101 Dallas Ave. All local youth is invited for games and refreshments. • 6:30 p.m. – Ouachita Little Theatre is celebrating Judy Garland at the Lyrics presentation. Admission is free and donations are always welcome. • 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Highway 71 North, Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)2430297. Thursday, March 12th • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 368 Polk Road 50. • 10:00 a.m. – Grief Share Meeting at First Presbyterian Baptist Church in Mena. • 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/ Polk County will meet at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Sue Cavner at (479)2345844 or Linda Rowe at (479)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. • 12:00 p.m. – The Mena Lioness Lions meet at the Limetree Restaurant. • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities. • 1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – The First Assembly of God distributes food at 2111

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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 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)243-0297 or (479)2164606. Sunday, March 15th • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)2430297. • 3:00 p.m. – Worship Service is held at Sulphur Springs Church. Monday, March 16th • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open. • 12:30 p.m.- Dr. Omkar Joshi will speak at the Ouachita Center at UARM on Ecosystem services, benefits, and threats in the southern United States. • 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Mena Seventh-Day Adventist Church Food Pantry across from the Polk County Fairgrounds. Non-perishable food, personal care items, and nutritional help. No one will be turned away. • 5:30 p.m. – Polk County Republican Committee meets at Polk County Library, North Room. • 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Highway 71 North, Acorn. • 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome. • 7:00 p.m. – Ouachita Bee Association meeting at Union Bank of Mena. • 7:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club, 1159 Highway 71 South, Mena. (479)216-4606 or (479)243-0297. • 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn, next to The Crossing Church. • 7:00 p.m. – Ouachita Beekeepers Association meeting at Union Bank Community Room. Tuesday, March 17th • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardener 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 driver’s 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. • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield Branch library will be open.

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The Polk County Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Community Room of the Housing Authority office located at 509 South Morrow Street, Mena, AR to allow interested persons to comment on the proposed adoption of the Five year plan for the years 2020-2024 pursuant to the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. A copy of the proposed plan will be available for public inspection and copying at the Housing Authority office at 509 South Morrow Street, beginning Thursday March 4, 2020 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The public may submit written comments to Dixie Shrade Shrader, Executive Director of the Polk County Housing Authority, 509 South Morrow Street, Mena, AR 71953, no later than 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 29 th , 2020.

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Enjoy the Spirit of the Leprechauns at March Cash Mob Submitted by Judy Thompson Judy Thompson, Downtown Business Liaison and Cash Mob Coordinator, grins and says that if you’re looking for the leprechaun’s pot of gold, you need to visit downtown Mena because the shops in downtown are truly a treasure. Thompson invites everyone to the monthly Downtown Cash Mob. The Cash Mob meets the second Saturday of each month. The March Mob is being hosted by American Artisans at 10:00 AM, March 14. Cash Mobs continue to be 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 and promote the Buy Local effort of Mena

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AWARENESS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 8. Have you felt remorseful after gambling? 9. Have you felt depressed or suicidal because of gambling losses? 10. Have you broken the law or considered it to finance gambling? Problem gambling is a preventable and treatable disorder. If gambling is causing a problem for you or someone you know, help is available. Call or text the 24-hour confidential National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700, visit ncpgambling.org or contact Gamblers Anonymous at gamblersanonymous.org. BIG CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1

Tank Morgan, Jocelyn Parsons, Philena Rath, Jamie Rath, Robbilee Rath, Hannah Thacker, Cheyanne Windham, Annie Windham, and Alyvia Wooden. Production dates are May 14-16 and 2224. The show will open on a Thursday and not include a Sunday performance that first weekend due to Mena graduation ceremonies. Saturday, May 16, will be a matinee. The second weekend of shows has a more

traditional schedule, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30 PM. Reserved tickets are on sale at the OLT office weekdays 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. You can also buy a season ticket for all the upcoming shows, including the musical version of “Little Women” which will be showcased in August.

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Lady Eagle Season Ends with 24-13 Record The Cossatot River Lady Eagles saw their season come to an end Thursday afternoon in the Class 2A State Tournament at Quitman High School. The Lady Eagles dropped a 48-26 decision to the Earle senior girls. Cossatot River's girls, coached by Tyler

Timms, wrapped up a very successful 2413 season. The Lady Eagles were runnersup in the 2A Region 7 regular season and conference tournament. The Lady Eagles were also runnersup in the 2A South Regional Tournament.

CLEAN-UP CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 bags. The Mena Street Department will begin pick up in the Northwest part of the city and work their way across town following the same routes as Southern Disposal. Trucks will run 1 to 3 days after the day of your normal trash pick-up.

The response to this Clean-Up is usually overwhelming, so please be patient if the trucks are running somewhat behind. Each route will only be covered one time. It is not necessary to call City Hall in order to receive this service.

THORNTON CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 daughters, Sandra Campanale of Narragansett, Rhode Island, and Teresa Spencer of Caribou, Maine; twenty grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; and

a host of other relatives and friends. No services are planned at this time. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, AR.

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