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SMP Comes to MRHS To Help Understand Medicare Fraud

BY SONYA MAYE The Mena Regional Auxiliary recently hosted a Medicare Fraud Prevention Program at MRHS. The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) empowers seniors to prevent healthcare fraud. Dee Edwards, SMP Coordinator and Margie Jones, Assistant, provided attendees with a wealth of information regarding ways to protect themselves from fraudulent activity. Starting April 2018, each person enrolled in Medicare will receive a new Medicare number and a new Medicare CONTINUED ON PAGE 4

Local Soldier Returns Home and Surprises Mom

BY ERICA MELTON • news@mypulsenews.com The last thing Robyn “Cricket” Hirshfield expected to see on March 19th was her son, Army National Guard Specialist Brandon Zacarias. He was in Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas for almost 8 months, and wasn’t supposed to be home until mid April. He actually planned to drop in and surprise her for two months. When I asked how he managed to pull off a secret for that long, he said, “I don’t recommend it, but lying to my mother.” It was later clear to see CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

Ouachita Mountain Bike Race Expecting Over 500

BY ERICA MELTON • [PHOTO COURTESY OF UA RICH MOUNTAIN] On Wednesday March 14th, Governor Asa Hutchinson appeared at UA Rich Mountain for the rededication of the Bill Abernathy Building, and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Mena Workforce Center.

Hutchinson was the keynote speaker for the event, and spoke briefly about the importance of the Workforce Center and its partnership with colleges, including UA Rich Mountain. After the event, there was a reception held in the Abernathy Building in which Governor Hutchinson met with people and posed for photos.

SUBMITTED The Ouachita Challenge mountain bike race will be March 24th and 25th this year and will involve approximately 500 riders. This 60 plus mile race is produced by the Ouachita Mountain Challenge Association and will take place over parts of the Ouachita Trail and the Womble Trail as well as connecting roads between the two CONTINUED ON PAGE 7

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his week, we saw state government at its best when state legislators approved next year’s state budget, which included spending authority for the Division of Medical Services, the agency that oversees Arkansas’s Medicaid and Arkansas Works programs.

The vote was the final piece of business for the General Assembly as lawmakers wrapped up the 2018 fiscal session. And until the final vote, many doubted the appropriations bill would pass.

Not only did both houses pass the bill, but each passed the bill on the first vote. Legislators from both parties rallied to do what is best for their state.

This was an important vote for working Arkansans who need help to cover their health-insurance premiums. It also is important for taxpayers because we put in place reforms that combine government assistance with personal responsibility.

The week began with a visit by Seema Verma, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. She came to the capitol to personally deliver the Trump administration’s authority for Arkansas to require healthy Arkansans who are receiving Medicaid benefits to work, go to school, or to perform volunteer services.

The authority to implement the work requirement came in the form of a waiver that allows Arkansas to deviate from federal Medicaid regulations. Arkansas is the third state to win approval of the work requirement.

The work requirement is not intended as a punishment but as a way for Arkansans to actively engage in their community and to enjoy the dignity that comes with earning a paycheck and providing for a family.

Our hope with Arkansas Works is that those who take advantage of the program ultimately will enjoy better physical, mental and emotional health as they become self-sufficient and work their way up the economic ladder.

The fact is we would not have been able to sustain Medicaid without the type of reform included in the waiver. We needed the flexibility to best address the needs of Arkansas, and that is what this waiver allows.

This week in Arkansas will go down as a turning point. Our clear-eyed legislators put the interests of Arkansas ahead of their political differences. This is a fundamental change to the way we have administered health care in Arkansas.

It’s a return to a conservative approach that recognizes the value of self-sufficiency and values the contributions of individuals to the community.

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uachita Little Theatre is very close to adding Junior Ouachita Little Theatre and The Lyric Players, a Readers’ Theatre group, under its umbrella of theater experiences available to the public. The Lyric Players have been around for a long time, acting independently and performing at various locations as an “off-shoot” of OLT. JOLT has also been a popular organization giving our younger actors a perfect start to the performing arts both backstage and in the spotlight, although it has operated independently as well. The OLT constitution is presently being reworked to include both of these groups, as well as the Just 4 Fun Players, under the auspices of the Ouachita Little Theatre and their Board of Directors.

Members of OLT will have the opportunity to vote on the constitution changes approving this joint venture during the May 9 general membership meeting.

The Lyric Players have been performing on the second Wednesday each month at the theater during the Free Movie Party. They specialize in presenting short sketches, radio scripts, and other scenes with little or no costumes, sets, or props. It has been very well received by the OLT audiences in this venue. The Lyric Players are looking for more actors to join their group, in particular mature adults who love to perform but find it challenging to memorize a lot of lines or participate in elaborate staging. If you are interested, contact Janelle Baldwin at duzmags@sindstream.net, or join them for their monthly meetings. The Lyric Players meet the first Saturday every month at 2:30 PM at the Subway restaurant on Hwy 71.

JOLT is also getting ready for it’s next production at the OLT. Jackie Biard is the director of “Alice in Football Land,” a fast-paced retelling of the classic Alice in Wonderland updated to modern times and set in a high school football stadium. Jackie will be looking for young actors aged 10 to upper teens to play several roles. Auditions will be held May 1st and 3rd from 3:30 until 5:00 PM at the theatre. Performances will be the weekends of June 30th and July 7th.

Be watching your local paper for further details; this will be a fun one!

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Local Author Releases New Book

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ichael Reisig, author and Mena resident, has released his new novel The True Tales of the Road to Key West. Mr. Reiseg told the Pulse he expects this book to draw more attention than usual, as it’s a bit different from his previous works.

According to the description, this book is a “madcap recollection of real experiences that took place in the Caribbean throughout the early and middle years of his life.”

Mr. Reisig’s new book is essentially memoirs that were the inspiration behind his bestselling The Road to Key West series.

This book, as well as his other works, can be purchased on Amazon.

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he Polk County Courthouse Heroes Relay for Life Team is having a fundraiser lunch on Thursday March 29, 2018. Lunch consists of a hamburger, pickles, chips, a cookie, and a bottle of water for $5.00, or you can have an extra hamburger added for $2.00 more.

If there are five or more orders going to the same location, they can be delivered. Orders can be called in to (479) 394-8140, or faxed to (479) 394-6199. When ordering, please include your name, time to be delivered, number of orders, and specify if you want one or two burgers. All orders need to be placed by Monday March 26, 2018.

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ard between April 2018 and April 2019. Replacing the number will address the current risk of beneficiary vulnerability to identity theft; and help protect private healthcare and financial information from fraud and abuse; however, your Medicare number will still be beneficial to criminals who want to bill Medicare fraudulently.

Things You Should Know: •Each person enrolled in Medicare will receive a new Medicare number and a new Medicare card. The new number will be made up of 11 letters and numbers.

•Medicare recipients may start using their new Medicare card as soon as it is received, some will receive their care as soon as April 2018.

•MAKE SURE your mailing address is up to date. If your address needs to be corrected, contact Social Security at 800-772-1213.

•You may not receive your card at the same time as your spouse, family member, neighbor or friend.

•This card WILL NOT change any Medicare benefits.

•The new card WILL NOT cost you anything.

•You do not have to take any action to receive your new card.

•The new cards will no longer show gender or have a signature line.

•You may use either card during the transition period (April 2018-April 2019).

•Starting January 2020 you can no longer use your old Medicare card.

•Do not throw away your old card! After January 2020, SHRED your old Medicare card or keep it in a safe deposit box along with your Social Security card.

•Medicare or Social Security will not call you about the new cards.

•Neither Medicare nor Social Security will ask you for any personal information.

•Neither Medicare nor Social Security will call, text, or email to tell you they are issuing new cards, reprocessing cards, or assigning new numbers.

•You will be notified by mail of any changes to your Medicare-please verify the legitimacy of any correspondence you receive before giving out any personal information!

•Be wary of scam artists contacting you “help you with the change,” “verify your information” or say you have to “pay for your new card.” These scams have already surfaced.

•Be wary of scam artists contacting you threatening to cancel your health benefits if you don’t share your Medicare number or other personal information.

•Never give your Medicare number or your bank account information to anyone who contacts you.

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that she wasn’t upset with him.

SPC Brandon Zacarias messaged Robby Hines at a local ambulance company to help him, and Mr. Hines let him know that they would do anything they could. That’s when the plan began coming together. “My mom recently had some tests done with her doctor, so we decided that, with the help of her boss, Dane Ward, we could call her outside and tell her the doctor wanted her vitals checked.” SPC Zacarias was sitting hidden in the front of the vehicle, when Cricket came outside timidly, most likely wondering how bad her test results must have been, if her doctor wanted her vitals checked at her office. When she climbed into the back of the ambulance, everyone within earshot knew this was a great surprise. There were tears of joy when the two hugged.

When they went into the building, she clung to him as if she were afraid he’d go away again. Between tears, hugs, and the occasional playful slap on the arm for the wonderful shock, she said with obvious pride in her voice, “He’s the best son a mother could ask for.

It’s people like him that make this country great.”

SPC Zacarias is a 2017 graduate of Mena High School. He was recruited by SSG Chance Lyle, and stated he loves what he does. “I love the National Guard,” he told me during a follow-up phone interview, “If you know anyone who is thinking about joining, I highly recommend talking to Staff Sergeant Lyle.”

“It’s so wonderful for him to be here,” his mother gushed in the background. Her excitement still hadn’t worn off and it was contagious.

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Rich Mountain Announces New Mascot

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n Tuesday March 13, 2018 the University of Arkansas at Rich Mountain held a press conference to announce the new college mascot. The college conducted a thorough nomination and selection process to choose the mascot that best represents the region, and decided on the Rich Mountain Bucks. Mena native Amelia Loftin, who is now President and Creative Director of FosterLoft Creative Communications in Denver, Colorado, designed the logo.

This mascot will be used for college apparel, athletic uniforms, and for the institution’s marketing and advertising.

During the press conference, the college also announced that it would be launching a new athletic program, which will begin this year. The National Junior College Athletic Association Cross Country team will run this fall for Rich Mountain. Recruiting has begun as the college is preparing to compete with other two and four year colleges throughout the region. The tryouts for Cross Country will be held on April 28th with Coach Samantha Shores.

The recently formed UA Rich Mountain Fishing Club has competed in a number of tournaments and has earned superior rankings in many competitions. Fishing Club team member and college sophomore Ty Whisenhunt is ranked in the top 5 competitively in the Arkansas Collegiate Fishing Series.

If you would like more information about Cross Country, you can contact Coach Samantha Shores at (479) 394-7622, ext 1421 or email her at sshores@uarichmountain.edu. If you would like to know more about the Fishing Club, you can contact Jerod McCormick at (479) 394-7622, ext 1430 or email jmccormick@uarichmountain.edu.

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rails. This is a very challenging race course that features steep mountain ascents and descents, creek crossings, and narrow rocky trails. Encounters with wildlife are not uncommon for the riders. The race begins and ends at the Oden School starting at 8 a. m. both days.

The fastest riders will cover this course in about four hours and thirty minutes. There are categories for men and women as well as age groups and a single speed bike class. In past races, riders come from about 20 different states. The attraction to our area is partly due to the fact that the International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) has designated three trails nearby as Epic Mountain Bike Trails.

These are the Womble Trail, the Ouachita Trail and the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail. The grouping of three epic trails in such a small area is unusual in the United States. This epic designation adds not only to the rider’s interest in this event, but also to increased tourism year round.

The Ouachita Mountain Challenge Association is an all volunteer group that represent the organizations who will benefit from the revenue the event produces. All proceeds from the event are distributed to the local non-profit organizations that help put on the race. These include the Oden School, Friends of the Ouachita Trail, the Traildogs, Polk County Development Center, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Joplin, Volunteer Fire Department, Cove Volunteer Fire Department, Sims Volunteer Fire Department, and the Ouachita Amateur Radio Association. The event has a very positive impact on these agencies and their operations.

The Ouachita Challenge has a large economic impact for this area of the state. Motels, campgrounds, and cabins will be filled in the area. Most riders will bring friends and families to the event for the weekend. Many racers spend several weekends in the area practicing for the event prior to the race weekend. With this economic impact in mind, we all need to welcome the visitors to our beautiful part of the state. Helping them to have an enjoyable time on race weekend will insure return visits and additional tourism benefits for our area.

Please be careful driving and watch out for riders on our area roads over the next week.

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enators John Boozman (R-AR) and Patrick Leahy (D-VT), members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry, introduced the Veteran and Beginning Farmers Technical Assistance Act. This bipartisan legislation would reauthorize the Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas (ATTRA) program to continue educating farmers and ranchers on farming practices and assist veterans in becoming successful producers.

“Arkansas farmers and ranchers feed the world. Providing access and connecting producers to information helps them make smart business decisions, which is important to our economy and our food supply,” Boozman said. “Developing veterans’ agriculture skills equips them to become the next generation of producers. I’m pleased to work with Sen. Leahy to advance this legislation and preserve this critical program.”

Leahy said, “Farmers are constantly learning and searching for ways to improve their operations and strengthen their profitability. The valuable information and resources that ATTRA provides to Vermont farmers and to farmers across the country -- for free, on a wide range of farm topics -- is vital for American farmers’ survival, particularly as they work to diversify and thrive in competitive markets.”

ATTRA’s Armed to Farm program assists veterans in the transition to civilian life by training them for a career in farming. More than 20 participants in Arkansas have been trained through the program.

"ATTRA has served our nation's farmers for thirty years through training and technical assistance. In addition, we have been honored to assist military veterans as they enter farming careers through our ATTRA-supported Armed to Farm. We have seen veterans start and expand farming operations, enter new markets, and contribute to their local economies. We look forward to continuing this work for Arkansas farmers, and all the farmers and veterans across the country," said Margo Hale, Southeast Regional Director of the National Center for Appropriate Technology.

ATTRA was reauthorized in the 2014 Farm Bill. The program is set to expire this year.

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Chamber of Commerce News Fiscal Session Winding Down

BY ERICA MELTON • news@mypulsenews.com he Mena Polk County Chamber of Commerce held their annual fundraiser on Saturday March 17th in the Jim Rackley Gymnasium. This event contained basketball related activities, including 3 on 3, a free throw contest, and a three point competition. The competitors were divided into three age divisions as well as men’s and women’s divisions.

Ashley Smith told the Pulse that the Chamber would’ve considered ten teams a success, and they ended up with twenty teams. “This is the type of thing The Chamber would like to do more of,” she said, “we want to gear more toward community events to raise funds.”

In other Chamber news, there were two new businesses opened last week. The Market on Highway 71 opened on Friday March 16th.

This business provides different booths for a variety of items and the owners plan to have market days about once a month. The Fish Net Lodge also opened on Friday March 16th with a ribbon cutting. The building has been completely redone, and has accommodations for 12 currently, with plans to add more. The lodge can be used for an event venue for corporate meetings, weddings, or parties, and it also has an RV park.

Ashley would like to remind everyone that 41st Lum and Abner Festival is on June 1st and 2nd. The Chamber is currently accepting vendor applications that can be downloaded at www.visitmena.com.

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SUBMITTED The 2018 Fiscal Session is now winding to a close. In the final week, members voted on legislation detailing the state budget for the next fiscal year. The fiscal year begins on July 1, 2018.

The $5.6 billion balanced budget includes a $172.8 million, or 3.1%, increase in spending from the current fiscal year.

The increases in spending are as follows: • $1.3 million for the public school fund • $3.5 million for the Department of Correction • $1.7 million for the Department of Community Correction • $12 million for 2 and 4 year colleges showing productivity in student retention and achievement • $7.3 million for foster care • $4 million for county jail reimbursements • $8 million for performance raises for state employees • $137 million for traditional Medicaid and Arkansas Works The majority of the Medicaid increase is directed to traditional Medicaid. There are close to 700,000 Arkansans on traditional Medicaid, most of the recipients are children. There are approximately 285,000 Arkansans on Arkansas Works (Medicaid Expansion). The federal reimbursement rates for both programs are decreasing in the next fiscal year.

Before we took a vote on the Medicaid appropriation, we learned that thefederal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the state’s request to implement a work requirement for Arkansas Works enrollees.

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athy Drew, executive director of the Ozark Gateway Tourist Council, and Mike Mills, owner of Buffalo Outdoor Center, were inducted into the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame on Monday, March 12, 2018 at the 44th Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism in West Memphis at Southland Park Gaming & Racing.

The Hall of Fame honor is presented annually to an individual or individuals who have been actively involved in tourism for many years and who have made substantial contributions to the betterment of the industry as a whole.

Drew is a lifelong resident of the region she loves to promote – the Ozark Gateway. She was born in Batesville and worked for Media Market Inc., a former ad agency that handled the Ozark Gateway Tourist Council account. In this role, Drew helped to design the region’s tabloid publication. She later worked at WRD Entertainment in marketing and graphic design and in 2000 began her career with Ozark Gateway.

Drew’s many contributions to the tourist council include converting the traditional tabloid-style publication into a magazine-format regional guidebook, attending several AARP tradeshows to represent the state as a travel and relocation destination, opening a 24/7 welcome center for the region, creating a new regional motorcycling pocket map and guide and significantly improving the region’s website. Drew has also created a regional golf tournament to help promote the area, established a social media presence for the region and travels the state and southern Missouri to deliver Ozark Gateway publications to visitor information sites. She is a member of the Arkansas Travel Council, the Ozark Foothills FilmFest board of directors and the Batesville Rotary Club. She also serves as an Independence County Election Commissioner. Drew has been a featured profile for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and has been highlighted on the cover of Eye on Independence.

Mills is an Arkansan through and through. He grew up on a farm west of Lowell and later graduated from Rogers High School, Hendrix College and the University of Arkansas Graduate School, and served in the United States Marine Corps. Mills founded Buffalo Outdoor Center in 1976 and expanded it into Arkansas’s first log cabin resort in 1985. With 44 years in the business, he has clocked in over 150,000 hours for the tourism industry and has served more than 3 million guests. Mills has also served 36 years on the Arkansas Travel Council, 36 years on the Arkansas Tourism Development Foundation, 22 years on the Ozark Mountain Region board of directors and 18 years on the Arkansas State Parks, Recreation and Travel Commission. He was the Director of Arkansas Tourism from 1982 to 1986.

Mills has been a board member of America Outdoors for 24 years, served four years on the board of Travel South USA, two years with the Travel Industry Association of America and four years with the Council of Ozark Governors. Mills was a charter member of Arkansas Scenic Highway 7, a founding member of Arkansas Resorts, a commissioner for Arkansas Scenic Rivers, was awarded the Jim DeVito Award from the Ozark Mountain Region and named the Tourism Person of the Year by the Harrison Chamber of Commerce. He has served as president for many organizations within the tourism industry, including the Ozark Mountain Region, the Arkansas Travel Council, the Arkansas Hospitality Association, Travel South USA, Council of Ozark Governors, the Professional Paddlesports Association and the Buffalo River Foundation. Mills’ genuine hospitality and expertise in the Arkansas tourism industry has been featured in many publications, including National Geographic, Southern Living, Outside, Canoe, Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle, Midwest Living and countless other national and local media.

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HAROLD DEAN RICHMOND Harold Dean Richmond, age 73, of Mena, died Monday, March 12, 2018 at VA Hospital in Little Rock. He was born on Monday, May 29, 1944 to Dean and Laura Hudgens Richmond in Waldron, Arkansas.

Harold served his country in the United State Army during the Vietnam Era and was honorably discharged. He enjoyed spending time with his grandson and teaching him all about his antique tractors

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he had restored over the years. Harold enjoyed taking his tractors to all the local parades in Polk County, proud of each and every one of them. Harold also had his daily morning coffee and sausage biscuit at Kess’ Corner every morning with all his buddies. Harold was a hard worker and raised chickens for many years. He enjoyed raising a vegetable garden and deer hunting. Harold was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Ruby.

Harold is survived by his son and daughter in law, Andrew and Sara Richmond of Hugo, Oklahoma; his grandson,

Morgan Richmond and several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Graveside services and interment with Military Honors was held Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 3:00 P.M. at Six Mile Cemetery in Hatfield under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena. Visitation was Friday, March 16, 2018 from 6-8 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel.

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Jesse was born in Cherry Hill, Arkansas on September 7, 1935 to Charles Monroe Miller and Arnetta Bow Miller. He was married to Jackie Jackson Miller. He worked in the Forestry Industry as a timber contractor. Jesse enjoyed fishing and hunting with family and friends. He also loved being outdoors and enjoyed working. He was a loving and kind husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Jackie, his son Danny Lee Miller and wife Jean, his daughter Tina A. Mateo, two sisters, Ina Standridge and Wanda Dowdy and husband Bob, eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Arnetta Miller, a son Bruce Miller, daughter, Carolyn June Hopper, brothers, Roy E. Miller, Willie Miller, Bobby Gene Miller, sister, Ellie Miller and a grandson, Jason Murhin.

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Wickes Elementary Announces It’s February Star Students

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Front Row (L-R) Alondra Miranda, Janette Garcia, and Kaili Pannell Middle Row (L-R) Brent James, Lance Thomas, Autumn Frachiseur, Sophia Salinas, Kamp Frachiseur, and Jose Ruiz Back Row (L-R) Joyce Antunez, Dillon Loving, Nathalia Trinidad, Ethan Youngblood, and Raylee Youngblood Not Pictured: Luke Dinkins, Axel Moreno, Keyla Tena, and Billy Verdic

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MARCH 26-30, 2018 MONDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, waffle w/ syrup, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Beef Taco, Steak Fingers, Spanish Rice , Refried Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk, HIGH SCHOOL: Beef Taco, Steak Fingers, Pizza, Spanish Rice , Refried Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. ACORN SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety Cereal, Breakfast Pizza, Parfait, Fruit, Juice, Milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Chicken Spaghetti, Meatball Sub, Breadstick, Green Beans, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken Spaghetti, Meatball Sub, Potato Bar, Breadstick, Green Beans, Fruit, Milk , Salad Bar. TUESDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, chicken biscuit, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Chicken Quesadilla, Orange Chicken, Fried Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Chicken Quesadilla, Orange Chicken, Pizza, Fried Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. ACORN SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety Cereal, Pancakes, Sausage Link, Parfait, Syrup, Fruit, Juice, Milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: MIDDLE SCHOOL: Popcorn Chicken, White Bean Chicken Chili, Seasoned Potato Wedge, Fritos, Cornbread, Fruit, Milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Popcorn Chicken, White Bean Chicken Chili, Hamberger, Seasoned Potato Wedge, Fritos, Cornbread, Fruit, Milk.

WEDNESDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, mini powdered donuts, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Grelled Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Salisbury Steak w/Brown Gravy, Wheat Roll, Corn, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Grelled Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Salisbury Steak w/Brown Gravy, Pizza, Wheat Roll, Corn, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. ACORN SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Veriety Cereal, Biscuit, Sausage and Cheese, Jelly, Parfait, Fruit, Juice, Milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Baked potato w/ broccoli & cheese, chicken tenders, hot roll, turkey chef salad, sun butter & jelly sandwich. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Chicken tenders, hamburger/cheeseburger, turkey chef salad, ham or turkey sub, pepperoni or cheese pizza. HIGH SCHOOL: Mexican Chicken, Beef Taco, Pizza, Spanish Rice, Pinto Beans, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. THURSDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety cereal, graham crackers, egg & cheese bagel, fruit, gogurt, juice, milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Beefy Macaroni, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Breadstick, Green Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Beefy Macaroni, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Pizza, Breadstick, Green Beans, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk. ACORN SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety Cereal, Chocolate Donut, Parfait, Fruit, Juice, Milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: MIDDLE SCHOOL: Mexican Chicken, Beef Taco, Spanish Rice, Pinto Beans, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. HIGH SCHOOL: Sweet n Sour Chicken, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Patty Sandwich, Broccoli, Roll, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. FRIDAY COSSATOT RIVER SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety Cereal, Graham Cracker, Egg, Ham, & Cheese Bagel, Gruit, Juice, Milk LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: Cheeseburger, Corn Dog, Fries, fruit Salad Bar, Milk. HIGH SCHOOL: Cheeseburger, Corn Dog, Pizza, Fries, fruit Salad Bar, Milk. ACORN SCHOOLS: BREAKFAST: Variety Cereal, Biscuit, and Gravy, Parfait, Fruit, Juice, Milk. LUNCH: ELEMENTARY: MIDDLE SCHOOL: Turkey and Gravy, Dressing, Roll, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. HIGH SCHOOL: Turkey and Gravy, Dressing, Potato Bar, Roll, Mashed Potatoes, Fruit, Milk, Salad Bar. This weekly info proudly sponsored by:

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osh Graves (L) and Hadrian Lynch (R) both seniors at Acorn High School were recently awarded scholarships to United Welding Institute located in Pottsville, AR. On Friday March 9 they went to Pottsville to the welding school and performed various arc welding skills to compete for scholarships against other high school students from all across Arkansas. Lynch won first place and was awarded a $10,000 scholarship.

Graves placed 4th and was awarded a $1000 scholarship. Both of these young men will attend UWI to complete their training after their high school graduation.

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UA Rich Mountain TRiO Programs UA Rich Mountain Hosts Calculator Host Career Day SUBMITTED SUBMITTED Workshops

he University of Arkansas Rich Mountain TRiO Talent Search and Upward Bound Programs hosted Career Day on March 6, 2018 in the Ouachita Center on the main campus in Mena. Over 170 students enrolled in the Talent Search and Upward Bound Programs from Polk, Scott, and Montgomery counties attended the event. In addition to students attending, over 40 area professionals participated in the event by providing an “information exchange” and displays on various careers. Keynote speaker and author of Faceplant! Lessons For When Life Trips You Up, Amanda Hammett encouraged students to “define what their success is in life”.

The UA Rich Mountain Foundation Board hosted a hospitality reception with lunch provided by the TRiO Programs. The event was a success as the community, College, and area high school students were engaged in discussion about career options, education and certification requirements, and training opportunities for various careers.

For more information about the Talent Search Program, contact Jeff Neufeld, TS Program Director at (479) 394-7622, x. 1654 or jneufeld@uarichmountain.edu and Upward Bound Programs, contact Lura Powell, Upward Bound Program Director at x. 1452 or lpowell@uarichmountain.edu .

Fish Fry

March 23, 2018

Serving from 4 pm - 7 pm St. Agnes Hall, 203 8th Street Menu will include: catfish, hushpuppies, beans, cole slaw, desserts and drinks.

ALL YOU CAN EAT!

Adults - $10, Children - $6

The University of Arkansas Rich Mountain Math & Science Department and TRiO Student Support Services Program hosted graphing calculator workshops in February for the spring 2018 semester. The winner of the TI-84CE graphing calculator door prize was Shanna Ham. For more information about the graphing calculator workshops, contact Kim Meeks or Marsha Jenkins at 479-394-7622, kmeeks@uarichmountain.edu or mjenkins@ uarichmountain.edu .

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Thursday – 3/22/18 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

– Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50.

• 10:30 a.m. – Gator & Friends will be performing at The Mena Senior Center.

• 11:30 a.m. – Rotary Club of Mena/Polk County will meet at Papa’s Mexican Café. Contact Sue Cavner at 234-5844 or Linda Rowe at 234-2575 for more info.

• 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - The Cove Branch of the Polk County Library is open.

• 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. - The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3665 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham.

• 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Salvation Army Family Store helps families with utilities.

• 5:00 p.m. - 9th Street Ministries will have a free dinner and fellowship in the 9th Street Ministries building.

Friday – 3/23/18 • 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Road tests are given at the Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room unless the roads are wet. Written tests are given at 1:00 p.m.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50.

• 12:00 p.m. – PCDC Board of Directors will meet in the MRHS Conference Room A. • 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Fibers Arts Group meets at Mena Art Gallery.

• 12:00 p.m. – The Lions Meetings are held in the Lions Club House on Highway 71 South.

• 7:00 p.m. – Narcotics Anonymous meets at the old bus barn next The Crossing Church.

• 7 – 10 p.m. – Vernon Johnson & Pure Country Band will be playing at the Hatfield Auditorium.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S.,

Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-2430297.

Saturday – 3/24/18 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50.

• 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71 S., Mena. 479-243-0297 or 479-2164606.

Sunday – 3/25/18 • 2:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-2430297.

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

• 5:00 p.m. – United Methodist Youth Group at the First United Methodist Church in Mena.

Monday – 3/26/18 • 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. – The Cove Branch Library will be open.

• 6:00 p.m. – PCVO Bingo at American Legion Building, Hwy 71 N., Acorn.

• 6:00 p.m. - Clarice’s Room of Hope group gathering will be held at 403 North Morrow St., Suite C. • 6:00 p.m. – Home Front Warriors CMA Chapter 377 meeting at Limetree Restaurant. Meeting follows meal.

• 6:00 p.m. – We The People Tea Party meets at Polk County Public Library North Room.

• 6:30 p.m. – Boy Scouts of America Troop 92 meets at First United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome.

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-2430297.

• 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 – 3/27/18 • 8:00 a.m. – The Reynolds Gardener Community Men’s Breakfast at the First United Methodist Church in Mena.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Polk County Family Mission is open in the 9th Street Ministries Building.

• 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 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. – 3:00 p.m. – The Sonlighters in Action Card Shop will be open at 3665 Highway 8 West, one mile from Louise Durham.

• 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Hatfield Branch library will be open.

• 12:00 p.m. – Polk County Chamber Board Meeting will take place at La Villa Mexican restaurant • 5:00 p.m. – T.O.P.S. will meet in the Union Bank Community Room for weigh-ins, followed by a meeting.

• 6 – 8 p.m. – Country and Gospel music is played at the Polk County Housing Authority Community Room.

• 7:00 p.m. – The Marine Corps League Detachment will meet at Lighthouse Fitness, 2011 Hwy. 71S, Mena. For more information, call 479-234-0769.

• 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Bluegrass music at Morrow Street Housing Authority Community Room.

• 7:30 p.m. – Mountain Meadow Masonic Lodge #218 will meet at the Hatfield Lodge.

• 8:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous meeting at First United Methodist Church, 9th & Port Arthur. 479234-2887 or 479-234-3043.

Wednesday – 3/28/18 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Humane Society of the Ouachitas is open at 366 Polk Road 50.

• 12:00 p.m. - The Emergency warning sirens will be tested in Mena.

• 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – The Polk County Library Cove Branch is open.

• 5:45 p.m. - The Mena First United Methodist Church Kidz will meet.

• 6:00 p.m. – Warriors for Christ will meet at the Southside Church of God. • 6:00 p.m. – Regeneration Youth Ministries at Mena Church of God Hwy 88 East.

• 6:15 p.m. – Dallas Avenue Baptist Church hosts Discovery Kids – Kindergarten Thru 5th Grade; Collide Youth Ministry – 6th Thru 12th Grades; and Adult Bible Study.

• 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Trek and Varsity for Middle and High School students at Grace Bible Church, 1911 Hwy 71 N. Mena. All Area Middle and High School students are welcome.

• 7:00 p.m. – Alcoholics Anonymous at the ABC Club across from Chopping Block, 1159 Hwy 71, S., Mena. 479-216-4606 or 479-2430297.

• 7:00 p.m. – Inquiry Classes into the Catholic Faith will be held in the St. Thomas House at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 203 8th Street, and continue through Easter 2018. No cost or obligation, anyone interested is invited. Call 479-394-1017 for more information.

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Proud Agriculture Supporter!

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Servicing Mena & Surrounding Areas

(479) 394-3419

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Ouachita Equine Clinic Serving all your small & large animal needs.

Saluting Agriculture!

Hours: Mon. Tues. Wed., and Fri. 8am-5pm Closed on Thurs.

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5 Ideas for Last Minute Gift Giving

STATEPOINT hen someone is celebrating a special occasion and you procrastinated, there’s no reason to get stressed. Think about readily accessible, yet thoughtful items that don’t require a lengthy shipping process.

Let these five ideas help solve your eleventh-hour gift-giving woes.

1. DIY-It: DIY gifts can be heartfelt, and many items can be made in a pinch.

Bake a tray of cookies and tie them up with a bow or make scented homemade candles. The possibilities for crafty folks are endless.

2. Get Accessorized: Don’t get stumped. Consider a classic fashion accessory, such as a Casio Vintage Watch, which can be found in many national retailers, in a range of affordable prices. Functional and fashionable, these water-resistant timepieces that feature both an alarm and stopwatch will complement an array of style preferences.

3. Head to the Box Office: Quickly check the schedule of your gift recipient’s favorite band, team or theater company for tickets to an experience, such as a musical, concert or game. This thoughtful gift can be purchased and received in an instant, thanks to e-ticketing.

4. Pamper Them: Life is stressful. Help your loved ones unwind during a busy time of year. Consider a gift certificate for a spa or beauty treatment somewhere local to your recipient. The gift can be enjoyed exactly when it’s needed most.

5. Let Them Pick: When you’re really in a pinch and you’ve waited until the last minute, don’t stress. A gift card can be a great way to show you thought of someone, without having to spend too much time or energy in search of the perfect item.

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• Bookkeeping • Compilations, Reviews and Contractor’s Licenses • Payroll Services • Individual, Farms, Corporate and Partnership income tax preparation

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POLK COUNTY BIRTHS AT MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM Virginia and Eric Sutherland of Mena, AR are the proud parents of a baby boy born on March 12th.

Baili Shuler, of De Queen, AR is the proud Mother of a baby girl born on March 12th.

Kody Underwood and Ryan Caldwell, of Idabel, OK are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on March 13th.

Alexa and Lucas Graves of Mena, AR are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on March 12th.

Kaly and Johnny Bour, of Story, AR are the proud parents, of a baby girl, born on March 14th.

Robyn and David Tipton, of Watson, OK, are the proud parents, of a baby girl, born on March 14th.

Juana and Ariel Ruiz, of Wickes, AR are the proud parents of a baby girl, born on March 15th.

Presley and Joel Ashcraft, of Mena, AR are the proud parents, of a baby girl born on March 15th.

CUTEST PET PIC

Please share your favorite photo of your pet.

You may drop it off or mail it to: The Polk County Pulse 1168 Hwy 71 S. Mena, AR 71953 or email: e.melton@mypulsenews.com

This week’s Cutest Pet Pic made possible by your friends at:

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• Health Care/ Vaccinations • Dentals • Spays/Neuters WE HONOR ALL SPAY/NEUTER ADOPTION VOUCHERS

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Baseball & Boys Soccer Sixto Agular, Christian Alarcon, Daniel Alarcon, Luis Arias, Callum Buchanan, Elmer Delgado, Manuel Esquivel-Amador, Raul Gutierrez, Hector Hernandez, Brandon Marrufo, Eduardo Maya, Sebastian Medina, Miguel Ortiz, Alex Perez, Daniel Perez, Jose Rois, Jesus Rodriguez, Jordy Roldan, Brian Ruelas, Jonathon Rye, Timur Shek, Juan Trinidad, Ruben Trinidad, Daniel Zuniga

BASEBALL SCHEDULE Sixto Agular, Christian Alarcon, Daniel Alarcon, Luis Arias, Callum Buchanan, Elmer Delgado, Manuel Esquivel-Amador, Raul Gutierrez, Hector Hernandez, Brandon Marrufo, Eduardo Maya, Sebastian Medina, Miguel Ortiz, Alex Perez, Daniel Perez, Jose Rois, Jesus Rodriguez, Jordy Roldan, Brian Ruelas, Jonathon Rye, Timur Shek, Juan Trinidad, Ruben Trinidad, Daniel Zuniga, Johan Hernandez.

3/9 3/15 3/27 3/29 4/2 4/5 4/6-7 4/10

BOYS SOCCER SCHEDULE

@Greenbrier 5:00 @Arkadelphia 5:30 @Nashville 4:00 @Centerpoint 5:00 Gurdon 4:30 Mena 4:00 Southside Tourn. TBA Arkadelphia 4:00

4/13 Nashville 4:00 4/17 Centerpoint 4:00 4/20 @Gurdon 5:00 4/23 @Mena 5:00 4/27-5/5 Over 30 Years Experience District Tournament TBA 5/10-12 District Tournament TBA

3/14 3/16 3/20 3/22 3/22 3/26 4/2 4/3 4/6 4/9 4/11 4/17 4/20 4/23

Prescott Mena Forman Ashdown Ashdown Horatio Mena Gurdon Nashville Genoa Central Prescott Fouke Horatio Waldron

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Away Away Home Away Away Away Home Away Home Home Home Away Home Away

4:30 4:30 TBA 4:30 6:00 5:00 4:30 4:30 4:30 4:00 TBA 4:30 4:00 4:30

MILES CONSTRUCTION & HANDYMAN SERVICE OWNER - JASON MILES

Proudly Supporting the Eagles & Lady Eagles!

hail dent repair windshield repair and replace collision repair all work guaranteed

Good Luck Cossatot River Eagles!

Free estimates 5594 Hwy 71 S Owners Lonnie and Deanna Miller Cove AR 71937

We are proud to support the Cossatot Eagles & Lady Eagles!

Grannis/Broken Bow Complex

*Free Estimates*

“We‛ll go the extra mile for you!”

Good luck to the Cossatot River Eagles & Lady eagles!

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Softball & Girls Soccer Melissa Johnson (manager), Lauren Driver, Shanna Johnson, Mackenzie Winkley, Litzy Brito (manager), Megan James, Justina Smith, Ali Austin, Jaden Dering, Rylee Dering, Jasey Holm, Kaylin McKee, Shayla Reel, Kayla Richardson, Savannah White, Tommie Whitmire

3/15-17 3/26 3/27 3/29 3/30 4/2 4/3 4/6 4/9 4/12 4/13 4/16 4/17 4/20 4/26 5/3 5/10

SOFTBALL SCHEDULE

Spring Hill Tournament Horatio* Ashdown Dierks Acorn Mena Acorn Nashville Genoa* Mount Ida Ashdown Prescott* Fouke* Horatio* District Tournament Regional Tournament State Tournament

Away TBA Away 4:30 Home 4:30 Home 4:30 Home 4:30 Home 4:30 Away 4:30 Home 4:30 Home 3:30 Home 4:30 Away 4:30 Away 4:30 Away 4:30 Home 4:30 TBD TBD TBD *3A Conference Games

Natalie Alarcon, Ingrid Cortes, Lizbet Delgado Delgado, Ashlen Gonzalez, Katya Gonzalez, Brenci Marrufo, Rhyen Martin, Esperanza Ortiz, Elizabeth Richardson, Crystal Salgado, Zebera Schmidt, Landrie Tadlock, Jacie Wilkerson, Sissy ??, America ??

GIRLS SOCCER SCHEDULE 3/15 3/27 3/29 4/5 4/10 4/13 4/17

@Arkadelphia @Nashville @Centerpoint Mena Arkadelphia Nashville Centerpoint

5:30 4:00 5:00 4:00 4:00 4:00 4:00

Stevenson Tree Farms Ed & Dorothy Stevenson

the 2018 Cossatot River Eagles!

Good Luck to the 2018 Cossatot River Eagles!

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Good Luck,

Cossatot River Eagles and Lady Eagles!

Supercenter 67

600 Hwy 71 N, Mena

4/23 @Mena 5:00 4/27-5/5 District Tournament TBA 5/10-12 District Tournament TBA

Your Hometown Grocery Store

Good Luck, Cossatot River Eagles & Lady Eagles!

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Jr. Boys & Girls Track & Sr. Girls Track

JR. BOYS

Enrique Loredo, Dalton McKenzie, Justin Frachiseur, Dakota Gentry, Koty Martin, Jerrod Frachiseur, Victor Trinidad, Trayton Johnson, Pete Taylor, Izaq Luna, Mauricio Medina, Rudy Arce, Hunter Burke, Lucas Trinidad

JR. GIRLS Jaden Dering, Laura Flores, Josey Johnson, Rendi Warren, Labrayla Robb, Alissa Wilson, Kyla Ferguson

SR. GIRLS Makaya Floyd, Bianca Ralls, Yazmin Medina, Shanna Johnson

TRACK SCHEDULE NOT AVAILABLE AT PRESS TIME. VISIT MYPULSENEWS.COM FOR COMPLETE SCHEDULE.

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Lady Eagles Blow Past Prescott

BY EASTON LEONARD

eastonsports@yahoo.com

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ast Wednesday, March 14th, the Cossatot River Lady Eagles softball team took on the struggling Prescott Lady Curley Wolves.

Johnson starting the game on the mound for the Lady Eagles. Cossatot allowed one run in the top of the first, but answered right back with a run of their own in the bottom half of the innings.

The Lady Curley Wolves came back to bat in the top of the second and scored three more runs, while holding Cossatot scoreless, to make the score 4-1 after two complete.

Cossatot then held the Lady Curley Wolves scoreless in the top of the third, as their offense erupted for nine runs in the bottom of the third, to give the Lady Eagles the lead 10-4.

In the following four innings, the Lady Eagles allowed five more runs, but Prescott was unable to hold Cossatot, as the Lady Eagles scored seven more runs of their own, to make the final score 17-9.

Also last week, on Monday, March 12th, the Lady Eagles defeated Fouke 3-1, and defeated Springdale 10-9, on Friday, in the first round of the DMAC Tournament.

Mena Softball Wins Close One Against Lady

BY EASTON LEONARD Curley Wolves eastonsports@yahoo.com

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his past Monday, March 12th, the Mena Ladycats softball team defeated the Prescott Lady Curley Wolves for their first win of the season.

Autumn Powell pitched a complete game for the Ladycats, and made a mark on the offensive side of the ball as well, with a home run to left field.

The Ladycats allowed two runs to Prescott in the opening inning, but cut their lead in half with a run of their own in the bottom of the first. After a scoreless second inning for both teams, Mena and the Lady Curley Wolves scored one run a piece in the third inning, to make the score 3-2 after three complete.

To take the lead, the Ladycats drove in three runs in the bottom of the fourth, and added on one more in the fifth. For Prescott, the Lady Curley Wolves scored one run in both the fifth and seventh innings, but were unable to catch up to the Ladycats, making the final score 6-5 Mena.

Also last week, on Tuesday, the Ladycats lost to Horatio (12-0), and to Farmington on Friday (12-0).

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BY EASTON LEONARD eastonsports@yahoo.com

ast Friday, March 16th, the Mena Bearcats (0-6) baseball team hosted the Cossatot River Eagles (2-4), at Union Bank Field.

Mason Brotherton started the game on the Bearcats, and after allowing the first two batter to reach base, induced two fly outs and a strikeout to get out of the inning.

Cody Brown began the evening on the mound for the Eagles of Cossatot. The first batter for the Bearcats, CJ Brown, lined a single to right field on the fourth pitch he saw. Cossatot’s Cody Brown then went on to strikeout the next two batters, and then got Mason Brotherton to fly out, for the third out.

In the top of the second, Brotherton struck out two batters and induced a groundout to second base, allowing only one runner to reach base after a throwing error by Mena’s second baseman. Cody Brown then came back out for the Eagles in the bottom of the second, and struck out the side on fourteen pitches, to keep the game scoreless after two complete innings.

The Eagles’ first two batters reached base in the top of the third, to bring up their Cody Brown to the plate with runners at the corners and no outs. Brown grounded a ball to the third baseman, who threw the runner out at home. The next batter, Brayden Smith, batted a misplayed ball to the shortstop, that went into centerfield, scoring one run for the Eagles, and putting runners back at the corners. Cossatot ’s next batter lined a single into left field, scoring one more run, and putting runners at first and second, with the score 2-0 with one out. Brotherton struck out the next Eagle batter, but one more run was scored in the inning on a passed ball.

Making the score 3-0 Cossatot after two and a half innings of play.

In the bottom of the third, Cody Brown struck out the first two batters of the inning, then allowed a triple to left center field to CJ Brown. Cossatot escaped the inning with a groundout to second base by Kyndon Schueller, ending the inning, with the score 3-0 after three complete.

After the first runner of the top of the fourth inning reached base on a fielding error by the third baseman, Brotherton struck out two batters and induced a grounded to shortstop, to end the inning with the score still 3-0.

Colton Sawyer reached base on a double to left center field, to lead off the bottom of the fourth for Mena. Cody Brown then went on to strikeout Mason Brotherton and Brycen Aynes, then walked Sam Efird, before getting Ian Martin to fly out to center field, to end the inning.

Mason Brotherton struck out the first batter he faced in the top of the fourth. He then went on to allow a single to center field and a walk, before Ian Martin was brought into the game to pitch. Martin took over the mound with one out and runners at first and second, and struck out the two batters he faced on nine pitches.

Cody Brown continued his dominate performance on the mound, striking out the first two batters he faced in the bottom of the fifth. Brown then allowed a double to left center field to CJ Brown. n struck out the last batter of the inning, to make the score 8-0 after five and a half innings.

In the bottom of the sixth inning, the Bearcats began to hit off of Brown, scoring two runs, on a double, a few singles, and a walk.

Mena kept the Eagles scoreless in the top of the seventh, as Martin induced two groundouts and a foul out to the catcher. The Bearcats, however, scored two runs of their own in the bottom of the seventh, off of the Eagles’ new pitcher, Brayden Smith. Smith struck out the first batter he faced, Schueller, but gave up a double to Colton Sawyer four pitches later. Mason Brotherton then drove in Sawyer with a triple to right field, to make the score 8-4. The next batter, Brycen Aynes, hit a sacrifice fly to left field, to score the Bearcats final run of the game, to make the final score 8-4, in favor of the Cossatot River Eagles.

Cody Brown finished the game for the Eagles with twelve strikeouts

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More Students are Going to Grad School: How are Eagles Take Down They Paying for It? Mena STATEPOINT

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areer aspirations are driving more students to graduate school these days, and nearly two thirds believe an advanced degree is the new minimum standard level of education for any professional occupation. According to “How America Pays for Graduate School,” the new national study from Sallie Mae and Ipsos, an independent global market research company, nearly all grad students (95 percent) said an advanced degree is necessary to enter, advance, accelerate or remain competitive in their chosen career. Cost is less of a factor in the enrollment decision than it is at the undergraduate level, as more than eight in 10 surveyed based their enrollment decision on a school’s academic offerings, prestige, location, campus culture, or other personal consideration. However, eight in 10 grad students said they took more responsibility for paying-forschool decisions than they had for their undergraduate studies. “It is human nature to plan for what you value, and that includes graduate school. Today’s students see graduate school as their ticket to a successful and prosperous career, and most have a plan to pay for their advanced degree before they enroll,” says Raymond J. Quinlan, chairman and CEO, Sallie Mae. “That planning pays off: the overwhelming majority are confident in the financial decisions they’ve made about how to pay for their graduate education.” How much did they pay? Students spent an average of $24,812 on grad school in academic year 2016-17, and more than three-fourths of them (77 percent) paid for it, at least in part, by borrowing. Funds borrowed by students covered more than half of the cost (53 percent), while money students earned, including income and savings, paid for 24 percent.

Grants, fellowships, scholarships, and tuition waivers accounted for only 15 percent, while eight percent of grad school costs came from funds borrowed or contributed by parents or others. The study also reveals that scholarships and grants are less available for grad students than for undergrads, accounting for just 15 percent of grad school costs.To view the complete report, visit SallieMae.com/HowAmericaPaysGrad and join the conversation using #HowGradsPay.As a graduate degree continues to become the educational norm, students will continue to plan and find creative ways to meet the cost.

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pitches later. Mason Brotherton then drove in Sawyer with a triple to right field, to make the score 8-4.

The next batter, Brycen Aynes, hit a sacrifice fly to left field, to score the Bearcats final run of the game, to make the final score 8-4, in favor of the Cossatot River Eagles.

Cody Brown finished the game for the Eagles with twelve strikeouts over six innings.

Also last week, the Eagles played Fouke and lost (10-2), and traveled to Presoctt and lost (24-1). This week, Cossatot hosted Foreman on Tuesday, and will travel to Ashdown on Thursday.

For the Bearcats, Mena hosted Prescott last Monday, March 12th, and lost (12-2), before they hosted Horatio last Thursday and lost (17-2). This week, the Bearcats will compete in the Magnolia Tournament.

BUSINESS & FINANCE

Are Common Myths Holding You Back from Buying a Home?

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January 6, 201 STATEPOINT

spirations of home ownership is strong for America’s families, yet findings from the fifth annual America at Home survey from NeighborWorks America indicate several perceived barriers to homeownership among the majority of consumers. Findings from the survey, which consisted of 1,000 U.S. adults and 500 millennials include many misconceptions about what it takes to buy a home: • The average millennial mistakenly thinks the minimum required down payment is 21.6 percent. Approximately 73 percent of all consumers and 62 percent of millennials said they were not aware of or are unsure about down payment assistance programs in their communities for middle-income homebuyers.

• Seventy percent of adults feel they don’t have enough money saved for a down payment. Experts believe that confusion about down payment requirements and lack of awareness about assistance programs are holding back many people from pursuing homeownership. “Before deciding if owning a home is right for you, take time to understand your down payment options, and separate myths from facts,” says Freddie Mac Vice President, Danny Gardner.

For example, the average down payment among first-time homebuyers in 2016 was just 6 percent and, for repeat buyers, just 14 percent. What’s more, mortgage options, such as Freddie Mac’s Home Possible Mortgages, make it possible for qualified borrowers to put down as little as 3 percent.

If your down payment is less than 20 percent with a conventional loan, you’ll have to pay private mortgage insurance, an added insurance policy that protects the lender if you are unable to pay your mortgage. However, mortgage rates -- despite their rise in recent years -- remain at historic lows, providing you with a significant advantage.

There are also millions of dollars available for down payment assistance. A great place to start is right where you live. Many state, county, and city governments provide financial assistance for people in their communities who are well qualified and ready for homeownership.

To help demystify down payments and the homebuying process, free tools and resources are available at myhome.freddiemac.com.

Ginger Sterner Don’t let misconceptions hold you back from pursuing homeownership.

Financial Advisor Check out the facts to learn how much home you can afford.

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The following information was received from Polk County law enforcement agencies. The charges against those arrested are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts.

Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed, or that they have been found innocent, and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.

Mena Police Department

March 11, 2018 Steven R. Hogan, 43, of Mena was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

March 12, 2018 A local woman turned in a counterfeit fifty-dollar-bill to officers. She had received it from an acquaintance. Case is pending.

A local woman reported that her car had been stolen by an acquaintance. The car was returned and no charges have been filed at this time.

William Scott Davis, 47, and Darcy Davis, 39, both of Mena, were charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after officers were called to a local retail store.

Misty Dawn Parish, 31, of Waldron was arrested and charged with theft of property (shoplifting) and criminal trespass after officers received a call from a employees at a local retail store.

March 13, 2018 Tatum Veal, 27, of Mena was charged with theft of property (shoplifting) after a call from a local retail store. She was later charged with furnishing prohibited articles after she had been booked into the Polk County Jail.

A local youth reported that two unknown inividuals had accosted him as he walked on a local street, but that he was able to get away from them. Case is pending further investigation.

March 14, 2018 Marshall Blackwell, 35, of Minneapolis, Minnesota was arrested on an outstanding warrant the Minnesota Department of Corrections. Local authorities were contacted about the individual by the Texarkana, Texas police and were able to apprehend Blackwell.

A 12-year-old Mena boy was charged with disorderly conduct after officers were contacted by school personnel. Case has

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been referred to juvenile authorities.

Joseph J. Davis, 39, of Mena was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license, having no vehicle insurance, and having no current vehicle registration.

March 15, 2018 No reports filed.

March 16, 2018 Ashley Lewis, 38, of Mena was charged with third degree assault and terroristic threatening after officers were called to a local residence.

March 17, 2018 Jayden Ray Lee, 20, and Norman Ray Morgan, 21, both of Mena were charged with public intoxication (drinking in public) after officers received a call from a local citizen.

A Mena woman reported that she is being harassed by two acquaintances. Case is pending further investigation and location and interview of suspects.

Polk County Sheriff’s Department

March 12, 2018 Report of suspicious activity at a residence on Highway 270 near Acorn.

Deputies responded, ordered subjects to return items that had been removed.

Report from walk-in complainant of problems with an acquaintance. Deputy advised of legal options.

March 13, 2018 Discovery of a suspicious item led to the arrest of Donnie R. Dollarhyde, 44, of Mena, on Charges of Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a Child Support Warrant.

March 14, 2018 Report of a disturbance on Polk 49 near Shady Grove. Deputies responded. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

March 15, 2018 Report from complainant on Merren Creek Lane near Shady Grove of missing tools and equipment. The items were later located in storage.

Report from complainant on Highway 71 South near Hatfield of being harassed by acquaintances. Information has been provided to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for further consideration.

Arrested by an officer with Arkansas Probation & Parole was Jason A. Wood, 39, of Oklahoma, on a Warrant for Parole Revocation.

March 16, 2018 Report from complainant on Polk 72 near Cherry Hill of the theft of a game camera, valued at $50.00. Investigation continues.

Traffic stop on Highway 375 West near Potter led to the arrest of David M. Fraser, 49, of Vandervoort, on two Warrants for Failure to Comply with a Court Order.

Report from a Hatfield woman that a 16-year-old family member had ran away.

Investigation continues.

Arrested was Staci R. Weinart, 30, of Mena, on a Warrant for Criminal Trespass and Assault 2nd Degree.

March 17, 2018 Report from complainant on Polk 76 West near Mena of debit card fraud in the amount of $912.68. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Highway 8 East near Big Fork of an attempted phone scam.

March 18, 2018 Report of a disturbance on Polk 419 near Potter led to the arrest of Lawrence V. Smith, 63, of Mena, on a Charge of Possession of Firearm by Certain Person.

Report from complainant on Polk 32 near Cove of the theft of a chain and I-beam, valued at $200.00. Investigation continues.

Report from Mena Regional Health System of a dog bite victim. Deputy responded. Investigation continues.

Report from complainant on Polk 18 near Cove of the theft of a truck. The vehicle was located and returned to the owner. Additional information has been provided to the proper agency for further consideration.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office worked one vehicle accident this week.

Polk County Detention Center Jail Population: 24 Incarcerated Inmates, with 9 Inmates currently on the Waiting List for a State Facility.

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Advertisement for bid: The Polk County Judge is soliciting bids for the construction of a concrete bridge located on Polk County Road 60, near Board Camp. A copy of bid documents and specifications may be obtained at the Polk County Judge’s Office at 507 Church Avenue in Mena, Arkansas. Bids are due and will be opened at 9:00 AM on March 28th, 2018 in the basement of the Polk County Courthouse. Each bid much be accompanied by a 5% surety or cashier’s check drawn upon a bank or trust doing business in the state of Arkansas. Polk County reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive any formalities. Polk County encourages the participation of small, minority, and woman’s business enterprises. Questions can be directed to Polk County Judge, Brandon Ellison, at 479-394-8133. 3/21 Dugan Lawn Care & Landscaping, now accepting customers for the 2018 mow season. Call for a free estimate on any of our lawn care or landscaping services. Liming, spring fertilization, ornamental tree/grass trimming, property clean up, brush hogging and more! 479-394-2699. 3/21 Mobile Dog Grooming, bath, nails, ears, brushing, clipping.

Deanna Boyd, 479-234-1866. www.scmobiledogwash.com. I will come to you. 4/18 Bush hogging 15’ batwing and 7’ mowers available. No-till pasture seeding. Reliable and Insured. 479-234-0119 or 234-5798. www.millcreekenterprisesllc.com 4/11

Clean and comfortable housing since 1969, No Pets. J. Ray & Maria’s MH Park and Rentals. Hwy 71 North, Mena, AR. 479216-3085 TFN John’s Lawn Mowing and Yard Care. 394-5837. 4/11

For Sale – 2000 Buick Lesabre $3000. Call 479-394-5539 or 479216-1945. 3/21

J&L Café – Next to Book Store. Sherwood Ave. Fresh hash browns, veggie or ham & cheese omelets. Taco omelet. Waffle.

Patty melt. Salad bar. New Hours – Closed Mondays. Tue-Sun 7am-2pm. Orders to go. 479-216-4807. 3/28

Yard Mowing, weed eating, bush hogging, handyman services, power washing, garden tilling with tractor. Have tractor with implements for larger jobs. Bill Duff. 479-216-5204. 4/4

The Family of Lucy Escobar would like to thank the Mena Regional Health System ICU Staff, Bowser Funeral Home, Southwest EMS, Papa’s Mexican Café, Chiccolo’s – Jason Goodner, Cocina Flores, Stewman’s Flower Shop, Mena Police Department/ Brandon Martin, Chief, The Corner Gang, Brother Mark Lyle, Steve McMellon, Brodix, Bobby Copelin, Sarah Gorden, the Richmond Family in our time of loss. –Escobar Family, Zemaitis Family, Swope Family, Delmastro Family, Brown Family, Sanches Family. 3/21

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sterling Machinery Co., Inc. 104 Port Arthur. Mena, AR 71953. We are currently taking applications for a CNC Lathe/Machining Center Operator with 3 years or more experience. This is a great opportunity to work for a locally owned company with benefits including Medical, Life, Dental insurance, paid holidays, paid vacations, Christmas Bonus. Pay depends on experience. Drug Screen before and during employment. Candidates must possess High School Diploma/GED. Fill out an application At Department of Workforce Services. Mena, AR. Equal Opportunity Employer. TFN Daniel’s Carpentry and Painting, home repair, decks, privacy fences, fence rows, underpinning, etc. Also lawn and garden work. Call 479-216-1101 or 479-216-2299. 3/21 Seeking Yards to mow. Call DeWayne 479-234-0509. 3/28

Cossatot River School District

accepting applications for the following positions: District:

• Gifted and Talented Teacher for 2018-2019 school year.

Cossatot River High School:

• LPN for 2018-2019 school year • Math Teacher for 2017-2018 school year • Special Education Teacher for 2018-2019 school year • ALE Teacher for 2018-2019 school year • ESL Para Professional for 2018-2019 school year • Instrumental Music Teacher for 2018-2019 school year

Wickes Elementary:

• Elementary Teacher for 2018-2019 school year • Special Education One on One Professional for 2018-2019 school year

Umpire:

• Guidance Counselor

Submit application to 130 School Drive, Wickes, AR 71973

Our Clinic is searching for a dedicated LPN to work in our pediatric office. This is a full time position with benefits. This position will work close with our providers and staff in order to provide the best care possible for our patients. Compassion and a love of working with children is a must. Please apply online or at our office at 1102 Crestwood Circle. Resumes may also be emailed to mvcpm@ sbcglobal.net. TFN

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Brodix, Inc. is accepting applications for a full or parttime office position. Bookkeeping, business letter typing/ drafting, and computer experience (accounting software, e-mail/internet, spreadsheets, etc.) would be helpful.

Applications may be picked up at the Brodix Office, located at 301 Maple in Mena, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Competitive starting wages; benefits available for full-time positions. Note to Applicants: Screening tests for alcohol and illegal drug use may be required before hiring and during your employment. 4/4 Alterations, Sewing, Patching garments, Draperies, Bedspreads, Stitching done and light upholstery. Call or text 479-2341909. 3/28 General outside labor job. Must be able to pass a background check/screening, references, and be able to work on weekends.

479-394-2699 for more info. 3/28

We want to thank the surrounding areas, local businesses, and communities for your help to make the Browning Neal benefit a success. Thank you for your donations, time, and mostly prayers during Browning’s surgery (scheduled for April 4) and healing. We are very fortunate to live in such a giving and generous community. Thank you again to all that made this possible. -The Browning Neal Family. 3/21

POLK COUNTY JAIL REHABILITATION MENA, AR

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CM PROJECT NO. 7097 JANUARY 24, 2018

NOTICE TO BIDDERS 00010 NOTICE TO BIDDERS POLK COUNTY JAIL REHABILITATION MENA, ARKANSAS Bid Submission Deadline: March 28th, 2018 @ 2:00pm Notice is hereby given that Polk County, Arkansas Government is requesting bids for work included in the following bid packages for the rehabilitation for the existing POLK COUNTY JAIL to be located on County owned property at 507 Church Ave., Mena, AR 71953: Bid Package No. DESCRIPTION Bid Package No. 1 General Trades Package Bid Package No. 2 Detention Equipment & Security Electronics Package Sealed bids will be received in the Polk County Judge’s Office located at the Polk County Courthouse, 507 Church Ave., Mena, AR 71953 until 2:00 PM on March 28, 2018 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Polk County Courtroom.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at the Polk County Courthouse in Mena, Arkansas on March 21, 2018 @ 10:00am. All potential bidders are encouraged to attend.

All bids must meet or exceed the requirements of the bid documents and must be submitted on the proper bid form as prepared and provided by the Construction Manager.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive informalities, negotiate with any bidder and/or accept any bid that is deemed to be in the best interest of the Owner.

All bidders must meet the requirements of the Arkansas State Licensing Law for Contractors (Act 150 of 1965 with all Amendments and Revisions). All bids are required to include a 5% bid security with the bid.

Interested bidders should contact the Construction Manager for complete bidding documents at this address: Smith-Doyle Contractors, Inc. 1635 Wynne Road Cordova, TN 38016 ATTN: Jason Roberts, Project Manager jroberts@smithdoyle.com Telephone #: 901-213-3993 • Fax: 901-213-3994

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2018 Must own a 99 or newer import or non GM vehicle

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Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew 4x4 Z71 Texas Edition

Must finance w/GMF

MSRP $48,530 Gentry Discount -$2,824 Consumer Cash -$1,000 Inc Cash -$3,000 GMF DPA -$1,000 Import Conquest -$2,500

Gentry Price $38,206

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Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew 4x4 Z71 Texas Edition

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MSRP $49,450 Gentry Discount -$3,305 Consumer Cash -$1,000 Inc Cash -$3,000 GMF DPA -$1,000 Import Conquest -$2,500

Gentry Price $38,645

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Chevy Impala

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4 to choose from MSRP $29,905 Gentry Discount -$1,713 Standalone offer -$4,963

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Chevy Spark Hatch LS

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MSRP $15,025 Gentry Discount -$475 Standalone Offer -$2,709

Gentry Price $11,841

Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew 4x4 LT Z71 Texas Edition

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Must own a 99 or newer import or non GM vehicle

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Gentry Price $38,739

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MSRP $49,910 Gentry Discount -$3,671 Consumer Cash -$1,000 Inc Cash -$3,000 GMF DPA -$1,000 Import Conquest -$2,500

Chevy Tahoe MSRP $50,445

Must own a 99 or newer import or non GM vehicle

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MSRP $50,230 Gentry Discount -$3,076 Consumer Cash -$1,000 Inc Cash -$3,000 GMF DPA -$1,000 Import Conquest -$2,500

Gentry Price $39,654

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Only 1 in stock 2018 model

MSRP $15,025 Gentry Discount -$824 Standalone Offer -$3,161

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0% APR 72 Months $664.75 W.A.C. $0 Cash Down - TTL Extra

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